Dakota Electric Association®

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.
Find out more.

Energy Trends Expo
2018-05-10 18:00 - 20:00 | 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.

GreenTouch
2018-05-05 09:00 - 12:00 | Camp Sacajawea, 5121 McAndrews Rd., Apple Valley, MN, 55124, United States
Join us for GreenTouch 2018 being held at Camp Sacajawea at Lebanon Hills Regional Park. Volunteers will do natural restoration work at the camp from 9 a.m. til noon. Lunch is provided. To sign up email publicrelations@dakotaelectric.com by April 27. Watch a video about it, or read more about it.

Annual Meeting
2018-04-26 18:30 - 20:30 | 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 many also 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.

Board of Directors Meeting
2018-04-26 08:30, 2018-03-22 08:30, 2018-02-22 08:30, 2018-01-25 08:30 | 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.
Get more details

Crops Day
2018-03-14 09:00 - 13:00 | Dakota Electric Association, 4300 220th St. W, Farmington, MN, 55024, United States
SAVE THE DATE — CROPS DAY
Wednesday, March 14 | 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Dakota Electric Association
4300 220th St. W
Farmington, MN 55024
For the twelfth 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.
For program information or questions, contact David Nicolai, regional extension crops educator, at 651-490-7700 or nico0071@umn.edu.
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Commercial Member Meeting
2018-02-21 07:30 - 10:00 | Skyline Exhibits, 3355 Discovery Road, Eagan, MN, 55121, United States
Verizon: Innovation Evolution For Your Business
WHEN: Wednesday, Feb. 21
WHERE: Skyline Exhibits, 3355 Discovery Road, Eagan, MN 55121
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7:30 – 8 a.m. — Registration, Breakfast and Vendor Displays
8 – 9:30 a.m. — Verizon: Innovation Evolution for your Business
9:30 – 10 a.m. — Tour of Skyline Exhibits (optional)
Verizon will present on the Internet of Things (IoT) and its ever-expanding ecosystem of Internet-enablement, network security, One Talk and mobile device management solutions.
At Verizon, they have one mission: to give your business the ability to do more in this world. Some of the ways they do this is by:

responding to the evolution within the demands of each industry;
remaining at the forefront of innovation;
and embodying the high level of quality the event delivers each year.

YOU MUST REGISTER TO ATTEND
https://deameeting0218.eventbrite.com
Registration deadline is Feb. 19. Questions? Contact Brenda at 651-463-6234 or bkadlec@dakotaelectric.com

New Year's Day - Office Closed
2018-01-01
Dakota Electric’s office is closed on New Year’s Day. We wish you and your family a safe and happy holiday!

Board of Directors Meeting
2017-12-21 08:30, 2017-11-30 08:30, 2017-10-26 08:30, 2017-09-28 08:30, 2017-08-31 08:30, 2017-07-27 08:30, 2017-06-29 08:30, 2017-05-25 08:30

Careers in Energy Open House
2017-10-24 17:00 - 19:00 | Dakota Electric Association, 4300 220th St. W, Farmington, MN, 55024, United States
Dakota Electric Association
4300 220th St. W
Farmington, MN 55024
Did you know energy companies are projecting 30-50 percent of their workforce will be eligible to retire in the next 10 years?
Dakota Electric is hosting a Careers in Energy Open House on Tuesday, Oct. 24. The event is geared toward high school students and their parents but is open to anyone interested in energy careers. Guests will have a chance to tour the facility and speak with representatives from various Dakota Electric careers, including:

technician electrician
electrical engineer
IT/software developer
finance
energy services
mechanic
lineworker
distribution system operator
human resources
marketing/communications

We will have drawings for college scholarships for students who attend the open house. Students must be attending college in 2018 to be eligible.

Member Appreciation Event at the Minnesota Zoo
2017-07-27 16:00 - 20:00 | Minnesota Zoo, 13000 Zoo Blvd., Apple Valley, MN, 55124, United States
Bring your family and enjoy a free night at the Minnesota Zoo, compliments of Dakota Electric Association.

Receive FREE admission and parking
Special deals on IMAX® theater tickets

Featured Attractions
In addition to your favorite exhibits, check out the zoo’s newest attraction — Kangaroo Crossing presented by Think Mutual Bank. Additional free entertainment includes the Wings Financial World of Birds show (weather permitting), a strolling magician and music by the Rosemount High School Marching Band.
Tickets and Admission
Bills received between June 13 and July 6 include member tickets. One ticket admits your entire family. We also accept a recent electric bill. The 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.
Other details
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 per hour — maximum $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.
We hope to see you at the zoo!

Memorial Day - Office Closed
2017-05-29
Dakota Electric will be closed on Monday, May 29 in observance of Memorial Day. We wish you and your family a safe and enjoyable holiday.

MN Twins Youth Clinic
2017-05-13 10:00 - 13:00 | Farmington
Kids aged 6 – 13 can participate in the MN Twins Youth Clinics. A free event held at Tiger Baseball Field 1. Find out more here.

Energy Trends Expo
2017-05-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Eagan Community Center, 1501 Central Pkwy, Eagan, MN, 55121, United States
What’s trending in energy technology?
The energy landscape is changing rapidly. Many options are available to homeowners today for optimizing and controlling energy use and consumption. Stop by the Energy Trends Expo and hear from industry leaders and experts about the latest in residential solar options, electric vehicles, energy efficiency, home automation, community storage and more.

Residential solar installations
Home automation technologies
Community storage technologies
Energy-efficiency & environmental resources
Electric vehicle car show

Energy Trends Expo

Vendor tradeshow, 6-8 p.m.
Electric vehicle car show, 6-8 p.m.
Breakout sessions, 6:30 p.m. and 7:15 p.m.
Check the April issue of Circuits newsletter for more information.

Did you know?
The Energy Trends Expo hosts industry experts to answer your questions about the latest in home energy technologies.
FREE!

Breakout sessions
Vendor tradeshow
Door prizes
Watch the April issue of Circuits for more information.

GreenTouch
2017-05-06 09:00 - 12:00
Help do nature restoration work at White Tail Woods Regional Park. Fun for the whole family. Email for more info.

2017 Annual Meeting
2017-04-27 18:30 - 20:30 | 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 many also be involved by attending the annual meeting where you can hear about the operation of your cooperative.

6:30 – 7 p.m. — Registration and informal opportunity to speak with candidates
7 p.m. — Business meeting begins

Dakota County Crops Day
2017-03-15 09:00 - 14:00 | Dakota Electric Association, 4300 220th St. W, Farmington, MN, 55024, United States
Agenda
Splitting nitrogen applications: When are they worth your time?
Dr. Fabian Fernandez, nutrient management specialist, U of M Extension
Rolling out the nitrogen fertilizer management plan in Dakota County
Ron Struss, supervisor, Fertilizer Field Unit, Minnesota Department of Agriculture
Understanding nitrogen best management practices for Dakota County
Gregory Klinger, extension educator, Ag Water Quality Protection, U of M Extension
Understanding corn root zone water use, evapotranspiration and yield
Jeppe Kjaersgaard, research specialist, Minnesota Department of Agriculture
Are you resistance ready? Weed control update for corn and soybeans
Lisa Behnken, regional extension crops educator, U of M Extension
Unlocking the secrets to soil health: Soil health tips for Dakota County
Kristin Brennan, assistant state soil scientist/soil health specialist, USDA-NRCS
Minnesota’s water strategy: Why should farmers care?
Ashley Gallagher, resource conservationist, Dakota County Soil & Water Conservation District
NRCS & FSA updates
Michelle Wohlers, USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service
Scott Newburg, USDA Farm Service Agency
Energy conservation programs
Mike Plutowski, Dakota Electric Association
Lunch with the experts and trade show
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.
For program information or questions, contact David Nicolai, regional extension crops educator, at 651-480-7700 or nico0071@umn.edu.
The Southeast Irrigators Association Annual Meeting will be held in the same space immediately following the Crops Day meeting.
