How to Engage with Your Legislators

 

Legislator Outreach: Now is the time

With all of the legislative seats up for grabs and elections right around the corner, now is a critical time for EDAM to continue to build on its reputation as a statewide leader in the economic development arena.

Tips & Resources

 
Invite legislators to your community events

letter Use our letter template to invite your local legislators to events in your community. Build engagement and provide legislators with a chance to see local successes in person, whether virtually or in-person.

Download template

 

Video Series

Check out our video series to learn how to effectively engage with your legislators, with helpful tips about how and why to advocate on behalf of issues that are important to you. Watch them here or on our YouTube Channel.
 

Introduction to Lobbying & Advocacy

Featuring:
Kevin Walli, Attorney, Fryberger Law Firm & EDAM Lobbyist

How to Prepare for Your Meeting

Featuring:
Chris Eng, Economic Development Director, Washington County CDA & Chair of EDAM Government Relations Committee
Judy Johnson, Sr Director of Investor Relations, GREATER MSP & Vice Chair of EDAM Government Relations Committee
Nancy Hoffman, Executive Director, Chisago County HRA/EDA & Member of EDAM Government Relations Committee

Information to Share with Legislators

Featuring:
Senator Paul Anderson (District 44)
Senator Eric Pratt (District 55)
Senator Matt Little (District 58)

Effective Strategies for Engaging with Legislators

Featuring:
Senator Paul Anderson (District 44)
Judy Johnson, Sr Director of Investor Relations, GREATER MSP & Vice Chair of EDAM Government Relations Committee
Senator Matt Little (District 58)
Senator Eric Pratt (District 55)

Why Lobby or Advocate?

Featuring:
Chris Eng, Economic Development Director, Washington County CDA & Chair of EDAM Government Relations Committee
Judy Johnson, Sr Director of Investor Relations, GREATER MSP & Vice Chair of EDAM Government Relations Committee
Kevin Walli, Attorney, Fryberger Law Firm & EDAM Lobbyist
Senator Eric Pratt (District 55)
Senator Matt Little (District 58)
Nancy Hoffman, Executive Director, Chisago County HRA/EDA & Member of EDAM Government Relations Committee