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Mayor Dennis Egan  dennis egan

Term: February 28, 2011 to January 2013
Home Phone: 651.388.9841
Office Phone: 651.385.3610
Email: dennis.egan@ci.red-wing.mn.us

Welcome to Red Wing!

Red Wing is a community without bounds - a special place to live, work and raise a family. This rivertown truly represents the best of the past, present and future.

Our city cherishes its historic past as demonstrated by the preservation of numerous landmarks. Red Wing was ranked 23rd among the most historic places to visit in the world by the National Geographic Traveler magazine. We have benefited immensely from the investments of our city fathers who took steps to ensure Red Wing will remain vibrant for their children, grandchildren and generations thereafter.

Economic prosperity for all citizens is at the core of our city's and citizens' success, and that depends upon economic diversity. Agriculture has been a mainstay of the local economy since the beginning. Distinctive retail stores in our downtown and elsewhere ensure that Red Wing remains a regional retail center. Our manufacturing sector represents a mix from small to large, light industry to heavy industry. The technology ranges from century-old processes at Red Wing Pottery to the latest in technology at the Xcel Energy Prairie Island Nuclear Generating Facility.

Our new fiber telecommunications infrastructure will help to ensure that our current and future business owners will have all of the tools to compete in the world market place while enjoying our historic city.

The Mdewakanton Prairie Island Indian Community is an important part of our rich heritage, too. And its main business venture, Treasure Island Resort & Casino, is a centerpiece of the local tourism industry.

Red Wing is a blue-ribbon community attractive to young and old, no matter your needs or your interests. It has all the amenities for you to call home and live comfortably - excellent schools, diversified employment and top-notch health care. It's close enough to the Twin Cities to take in a sporting event. And it is far enough away to maintain its distinctive charm. Together, these elements add up to a superb and vibrant quality of life.

Please visit http://www.red-wing.org/ to see how you can become more involved in community activities. The City of Red Wing and I truly appreciate your ideas and participation as we constantly work to improve our community. As the city's chief ambassador, economic vitality is at the forefront of my personal initiatives. Red Wing is open for business. We especially extend an invitation to young families and anyone with an entrepreneurial spirit.

My door is always open. If you would like more information or have any comments, please contact me at (651) 388-9841 or by e-mail at dennis.egan@ci.red-wing.mn.us.

Thanks for giving us the opportunity to share our great city with you. Come for a visit, or stay for a lifetime.

Sincerely,

Dennis Egan, Mayor