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MSBA names Sen. Robling an Outstanding Legislator for 2010

msbaaward The Minnesota School Board Association (MSBA) has named Sen. Claire Robling (R-Jordan) as one of four Outstanding Legislators for 2010 for her work in helping students in K-12 education. This is the second consecutive year Robling has been selected for the Outstanding Legislator Award.

Robling was presented with the 2010 award during MSBA’s Summer Institute which was held Aug. 5 and 6 in Brooklyn Center. Representatives from area school boards, including Shakopee, Prior Lake/Savage, and Jordan, attended the institute.

In presenting the award, Kirk Schneidewind, MSBA’s Associate Director of Government Relations, said, “Sen. Robling is known for her common sense, independent streak, and willingness to ask the difficult questions in committee that most others are thinking but not saying. She saved schools a number of dollars with the amendments she put into bills moving through the K-12 committee.”

Schneidewind, who attends numerous Senate E-12 Education Committee meetings, continued, “Her strength is her willingness to ask the tough questions and proceed with changes that will make the bills more workable for public school districts, families and students. Without her critical eye for detail, school districts would likely have many more rules and regulations that they would have to face each year.”

Also recognized by MSBA, a non-partisan association, were Sen. Tom Bakk (D-Cook), Rep. Marsha Swails (DFL-Woodbury), and Rep. Connie Doepke (R-Orono).

Upcoming Events for the Robling Campaign

The 2010 campaign season is well underway! Senator Robling has been out throughout the district meeting and greeting constituents.

"I've been having a great time attending all the summertime events. That's the best part of campaigning for me! During the weekend of August 14 and 15, I attended the Jordan Fire Department's dinner/dance, Racino Day at Canterbury Park, and the Marystown Church Festival. Thank you to everone who took the time to visit and give me encouragement!

I've been out knocking on doors. I was in the Elko New Market area the week of August 15 with volunteers and enjoyed walking through the community and visiting with folks. The weather was ideal and everyone was friendly."

Upcoming Events:

Jordan Heimatfest, September 10 and 11

" The Jordan community will be hosting its annual heimatfest (German Festival) on Friday and Saturday, September 10 and 11. The celebration opens Friday evening with a classic car show and street dance in the downtown area. We'll be in the parade that begins at 11 a.m. Saturday. If you would like to join our unit, please check out the volunteer opportunities section of my website. After the parade, I'll be down at the festival site in Lagoon Park for a good part of the day. As a member of the Jordan Commercial Club, you can always find me working a shift in the hamburger stand, and I'll have to watch the horseshoe tournament because by husband and son-in-law have to defend their championship title from last year!"

Prior Lake Fire Department's Chicken Cookout, September 12

"The Prior Lake Firemen host their annual Chicken Cookout on Sunday, September 12 at the Prior Lake VFW. This is another event I make every year because the chicken and corn are really good and I like to support the Fire Department that would respond to a fire call at my home, if I needed them."

St. John's Church Festival, Jordan, September 19

"A chicken and ham dinner with all the fixings is one of the main attractions of the St. John's Church Festival in Jordan planned for Sunday, September 19. Of course, there's also music, games, crafts, plants, and garden produce to buy, and the annual quilt auction to enjoy. I haven't seen the work schedule yet, but since I'm a member of the parish, I'm sure I'll be on it. Come and enjoy a fun time!"

Past event - Scott County Relay for Life
"I really enjoyed participating in Scott County’s Relay for Life for the American Cancer Society," said Sen. Robling, who was one of the keynote speakers for the July 9th event in Shakopee. "The local organizers did a wonderful job and the event raised over $170,000 to assist local cancer patients and their families and use for education and research."

One of the main features of the event is the lighting of the hundreds of luminaries to remember those who have died from cancer or those who are currently battling the disease. The luminaries line the track at Shakopee Junior High and participants walk many laps around it throughout the night. "It’s a very powerful and sad walk around that track, but with efforts like the Relay for Life and the cancer research it funds, some day we will find the cure," said Sen. Robling, whose brother is a cancer researcher and professor at the University of Iowa who has received research grants from the American Cancer Society.

Senator Robling Moves To Downsize Legislature

In these days of economic hardship, corporate downsizing is not an uncommon occurrence. However, it's pretty rare when employees choose to downsize themselves for the sake of a more efficient and cost-effective organization. But Senator Robling has committed to doing exactly that!

Legislation to downsize the Legislature to 56 Senate districts and 112 House seats — 33 fewer lawmakers — passed a Senate committee today (Friday, March 12) on a 5-4 vote. Sen. Claire Robling, R-Jordan, appeared with bill author Sen. Gen Olson, R-Minnetrista, before the committee to argue for the bill. Some lawmakers argued against the legislation, saying social networking on the Internet will never replace face-to-face meetings with constituents and bigger districts will be harder to cover. But supporters spoke of more efficient government and cost savings. The downsizing bill was sent to another Senate committee for a further hearing.

Olson’s bill, which is backed by Sen. Claire Robling, R-Jordan, would reduce the size of the Senate by 11 districts, the House by 22.

The bill is geared to mesh with upcoming redistricting.

A politician who looks out for the public rather than their own careers is a politician that deserves our appreciation. Thank you Senator Claire Robling!

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