Senator Amy Klobuchar

Working for the People of Minnesota

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Senator Klobuchar and Family Visit Southeastern Minnesota for Labor Day Weekend

Klobuchar urges Minnesotans to visit and invest in damaged towns

August 31, 2007

Minnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar, her husband, and twelve-year-old daughter will spend part of their Labor Day weekend in Southeastern Minnesota, spending time together and visiting with area residents and businesses who are rebuilding their communities and economies.

“Our family is visiting Southeastern Minnesota to urge Minnesotans to invest in the flood-affected areas,” said Klobuchar.  “This has always been a beautiful part of our State, and with everyone’s help they can be as strong as they were before.”

Business owners in the area have reported a marked downturn in revenue from a loss of tourism dollars and the departure of many area residents, in addition to bearing the costs of clean-up.  Yet, many hotels, inns, and area attractions remain open, including most of the Root River Trail.
 
Senator Klobuchar and her family will visit with local residents and business owners to discuss the progress being made toward re-opening businesses and community facilities and will also visit local FEMA offices. 

Last week, Senator Klobuchar visited the area twice, touring the towns of Rushford, Stockton, Minnesota City, Goodview, La Crescent, and Winona.  She has pushed for federal and state action, and her staff has been actively working on the ground to assist area residents and businesses.

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