Current Action Needed

The Governor has included Mankato's proposal in his Bonding Bill! One step down, many to go. The next step is to communicate to both the House and Senate leadership your support. Separate letters should be sent addressed to the individuals below using your company letterhead.. Letters can be emailed; however, we strongly encourage you to mail your letter in addition to your email. Please send a copy of your letter to GMG so that we may track as well as archive all support (i.e. project binder to be presented to Government leaders).

1) Sample Letter

You may use the letter template below (provided by the City of Mankato), customizing it and printing on your company letterhead. Please update information that is bold to reflect your information and/or views.   download sample letter here>

Dear ____________:

As a member of the business community (or personalize with your title and business name), I am writing to express my support for the $14.5 state bonding request for “Minnesota State Arena Improvements and Events Center Auditorium/Convention Expansion”.

I would urge the legislature to pass a bonding bill sufficient in size to accommodate not only the state’s building and transportation needs, but local projects that have state-wide significance and economic impact.

Mankato’s project should strongly be considered by the legislature, as it represents a partnership between Minnesota State University, Mankato and the City of Mankato that is in the best interest of state and local taxpayers.

Mankato’s current event center has a significant economic impact on not only the region, but the State of Minnesota. (Include a personal statement about the importance of this project to the community/state/business and why you support it.)

Sincerely,

Your Name

 

2) Send Your Letters to:

3) Send a copy of your letter to the GMG office:

publicaffairs@greatermankato.com

fax: 507.345.4451

Greater Mankato Growth

ATTN: Bonding Proposal

1961 Premier Drive, Suite 100

Mankato, MN 56001