Dakota Electric Association®

Independence Day - Office Closed
2019-07-04
Dakota Electric Association is closed on Thursday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day. We wish you and your family a safe and happy holiday!

Board of Directors Meeting
2019-06-27 08:30, 2019-05-30 08:30, 2019-04-25 08:30, 2019-03-28 08:30, 2019-02-28 08:30, 2019-01-31 08:30, 2018-12-20 08:30, 2018-11-29 08:30 (America/Chicago) and 6 more dates | Dakota Electric Association, 4300 220th St. W, Farmington, MN, 55024, United States
As a member-owned cooperative, those who purchase electricity from Dakota Electric democratically govern the cooperative through a member-elected board of directors.
Therefore, all members are invited to attend the board of directors’ monthly meetings. During meetings, the board acts on behalf of all members’ interest to review general operational items and create policies and future plans for Dakota Electric.
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Memorial Day - Office Closed
2019-05-27
Dakota Electric Association is closed on Monday, May 27 in observance of Memorial Day. We wish you and your family a safe and happy holiday!

Dakota Electric Energy Trends Expo
2019-05-09 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | 1501 Central Parkway, Eagan, MN 55121, 1501 Central Parkway, Eagan, MN, 55121, United States
Dakota Electric’s Energy Trends Expo
This event is free and open to members interested in learning about the latest energy trends and technologies.
• Vendor tradeshow (energy efficient products, solar and more)
• Demonstration of battery-powered yard tools
• Electric vehicle car show
• Breakout sessions:
6:30 Home audits: Opportunities, tools and DIY tips
6:50 Resiliency in a changing climate
7:00 Electricity: The key to sustainability
A community even sponsored by Dakota Electric Association in cooperation with Lakeville Friends of the Environment.

Annual Meeting
2019-04-25 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | St. Michael’s Social Hall, 22120 Denmark Ave., Farmington, MN, 55024, United States
As a not-for-profit electric cooperative, Dakota Electric holds annual elections for the board of directors. You can be involved by attending the annual meeting where you can hear about the operation of your cooperative.
6:30 – 7:00 p.m. | Registration and informal opportunity to speak with candidates
7:00 p.m. | Business meeting begins
Watch for more details to come.

Crops Day
2019-03-06 09:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Dakota Electric Association, 4300 220th St. W, Farmington, MN, 55024, United States
For the thirteenth year, Crops Day will bring specialists to Dakota County to share local research results and crop management strategies with producers and other agricultural professionals. This event is free and open to the public, but pre-registration is requested. Please RSVP to Jackie at 651-463-6319 or jbauer@dakotaelectric.com.
WHERE
Dakota Electric Association
4300 220th St. W
Farmington, MN 55024
AGENDA
9:00 AM
4R Nitrogen for Corn Production — Jeff Vetsch, Soil Scientist, University of Minnesota, Waseca
9:45 AM
Irrigation Water Management: Methods and Tools — Vasudha Sharma, Irrigation Specialist, University of Minnesota, St. Paul
10:30 AM
Break
10:45 AM
What weed, what works, what trait? Weed control strategies in corn and soybeans — Lisa Behnke, Regional Crops Educator, University of Minnesota, Rochester
11:15 AM
Feasibility of Perennial Crops in Dakota County — Gregg Johnson, Associate Professor, University of Minnesota, Waseca
11:45 AM
2018: Your Projects, Our Programs — Ashley Gallagher, Resource Conservationist, Dakota County Soil & Water Conservation District
12:00 PM
Energy conservation programs — Mike Plutowski, Energy Services Representative, Dakota Electric Association
12:15 PM
Lunch with the experts and tradeshow
The Southeast Minnesota Irrigators Association will hold their annual meeting after lunch.
Crops Day is sponsored by Dakota Electric Association, Kimmes-Bauer Well Drilling, the Southeast Irrigators Association and the University of Minnesota Extension, Dakota County.
For program information or questions, contact David Nicolai, regional extension crops educator, at 651-490-7700 or nico0071@umn.edu.

New Year's Day - Office Closed
2019-01-01
Dakota Electric Association is closed on Tuesday, Jan. 1 in observance of New Year’s Day. We wish you and your family a safe and happy holiday!

Christmas Day - Office Closed
2018-12-25
Dakota Electric is closed on Tuesday, Dec. 25 for Christmas. We wish you and your family a safe and happy holiday!

Christmas Eve - Office Closed
2018-12-24
Dakota Electric is closed on Monday, Dec. 24 for Christmas Eve. We wish you and your family a safe and happy holiday!

Thanksgiving - Office Closed
2018-11-23 | Dakota Electric Association, 4300 220th St. W, Farmington, MN, 55024, United States
Dakota Electric is closed on Thursday, Nov. 22 and Friday, Nov. 23 for Thanksgiving. We wish you and your family a safe and happy holiday!

Thanksgiving - Office Closed
2018-11-22

Labor Day - Office Closed
2018-09-03
Dakota Electric is closed on Monday, Sept. 3 for Labor Day. We wish you and your family a safe and happy holiday!

Member Appreciation Event
2018-07-26 16:00 - 20:00 (America/North_Dakota/Center) | MN, United States
Join us for a FREE night at the Minnesota Zoo!
FREE admission and parking | Special deals on IMAX Theater tickets
Featured Attractions:

Kangaroo Crossing presented by Think Mutual Bank
Wings Financial World of Birds show (weather permitting)
A strolling magician
Music by the Blue Ox Jazz Babies

Tickets and Admission:

Bills received between June 13 and July 5 include member tickets.
One ticket admits your entire family; we will also accept a recent electric bill.
Event is held rain or shine; sorry, no rain checks.
The tickets have no resale value and cannot be sold.

Food Shelf Donation:

Please consider making a donation to our local food shelves by bringing non-perishable food items.

To drop off disabled or senior guests, follow the school bus signs to the bus station near the south entrance.
Motorized carts are available for rent at $10/hour — max. $40.
Wheelchairs are also available at no charge.
Both are on a first-come, first-served basis.
Stroller rental is available for $5 and $8.

For more information, contact Dakota Electric member services at 651-463-6212. For questions regarding rentals or zoo amenities, please call the Minnesota Zoo at 952-431-9500.
See you at the zoo!

Independence Day - Office Closed
2018-07-04
Dakota Electric is closed on Wednesday, July 4 for Independence Day. We wish you and your family a safe and happy holiday!

Memorial Day - Office Closed
2018-05-28 | Dakota Electric Association, 4300 220th St. W, Farmington, MN, 55024, United States
Dakota Electric is closed on Monday, May 28 in observance of Memorial Day. We wish you and your family a safe and happy holiday!

Twins Youth Clinic
2018-05-19 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
Youth baseball players have an opportunity to learn baseball from staff at the Minnesota Twins organization during their visit to Farmington on May 19.
Boys and girls from the ages of 6 to 13 can participate in the 2018 Play Ball! Minnesota Youth Clinic, which teaches basic fundamentals including hitting, fielding and throwing. No registration is required; participants can just show up at Tiger 1 Baseball Field at Highway 50 and Akin Road. The clinic is divided into two 90-minute sessions; the first one for youth 6 to 9 years old begins at 10 a.m.; and youth 10 to 13 should arrive at 11:30 a.m.
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Energy Trends Expo
2018-05-10 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Eagan Community Center, 1501 Central Pkwy, Eagan, MN, 55121, United States
SAVE THE DATE!
Energy Trends Expo | 6-8 p.m. | Eagan Community Center
This free event will feature:

Vendor tradeshow
Electric vehicle car show
Breakout session: 6:45 p.m.
Rides on Minnesota’s first electric school bus

Get more info here.
