The Dakota County Board of Commissioners meeting on September 9, 2025, began with a presentation from Holly Ovegard, the Talent Acquisition Program Manager for the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community and Mystic Lake Casino. Ovegard, who serves as chair of the evaluation committee and is a member of the executive committee, provided an overview of the community's workforce initiatives.

Ovegard highlighted the importance of the internship program, community outreach, and recruitment marketing efforts aimed at enhancing local employment opportunities. She emphasized the need for collaboration with the community to address workforce challenges and find effective solutions.

During her presentation, Ovegard reiterated the mission and vision of the workforce development board, along with the three overarching goals that guide their efforts. She noted that while these goals remain consistent, the committees have developed dynamic plans of work to adapt to changing needs. One key focus is the community relations goal, which aims to establish the board as a recognized expert in addressing local workforce solutions.

Ovegard also mentioned the monthly initiative called "Eye on the Future," which discusses various workforce-related topics, further demonstrating the board's commitment to staying proactive in workforce development.

The meeting underscored the ongoing efforts of the Dakota County Board of Commissioners to enhance workforce solutions and engage with the community effectively. Further discussions and updates on these initiatives are expected in future meetings.