Dakota County Commissioner Laurie Halverson, returns to “Access to Democracy” for an interview with host Steve Francisco, providing insights into county government, including the Dakota County budget, where its revenue comes from and how it spends money to meet local needs.
Laurie previously served four terms in the Minnesota Legislature representing Eagan, and notes that her legislative experience helped to prepare her for the current role of a county commissioner. Laurie is the chair of the Human Services Committee and is passionate about the need for government to address health care needs, including mental health care.
She is also working to identify and eliminate racial disparities in access to education, health care, and housing. The Dakota County Board also works to protect our amazing county parks and trails which add so much to the quality of life in our community.
