Governor Mark Dayton

This is an archived account of the Office of Governor Mark Dayton (2011—2019).

[Governor Mark Dayton @GovMarkDayton]

On his final day in office, Governor Dayton issued the following letter to his fellow Minnesotans. #BetterMN

https://t.co/aW4HDOaRi7

[Governor Mark Dayton @GovMarkDayton]

Together with his Administration and the people of MN, Governor Dayton is leaving this state better than he found it eight years ago.

Read more from the news this week about Gov. Dayton’s two terms in office: https://t.co/QXSMg76M7x

#BetterMN

[Governor Mark Dayton @GovMarkDayton]

Today, @MnDNR approved a permit for the proposed Fargo-Moorhead Flood Diversion Project “Plan B.”

A major infrastructure project, Plan B will provide reliable & effective flood protection & create new jobs.

Governor Dayton issued the following statement.

#BetterMN

[Governor Mark Dayton @GovMarkDayton]

Today, the Trump Administration began the process of renewing federal mineral leases for the Twin Metals project near the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW).

In response, Governor Dayton issued the following statement.

Read More: https://t.co/nEOLUj9AzX

[Governor Mark Dayton @GovMarkDayton]

Today, Governor Dayton met with his Cabinet for the final time.

Together, they have worked hard to serve this state and build a #BetterMN.

[Governor Mark Dayton @GovMarkDayton]

Thank you for visiting!

[Governor Mark Dayton @GovMarkDayton]

When Gov. Dayton took office, he promised to build a #BetterMN.

That is exactly what he has done.

Since 2011, Gov. Dayton's Administration has restored fiscal stability, helped improve our economy, invested $2B in our schools, & much more.

Learn More: https://t.co/lZH1wJxtKg

[Governor Mark Dayton @GovMarkDayton]

Today, Governor Dayton greeted singers from the South St. Paul Secondary School choir during the final Holiday tour at the Governor’s Residence in Saint Paul.

Wishing all Minnesotans a Happy Holiday Season!

[Governor Mark Dayton @GovMarkDayton]

To recognize his many contributions to Minnesota and his historic 15 seasons with the @Twins, Gov. Dayton has proclaimed today “Joe Mauer Day” throughout the state.

Congrats, Joe! Thank you for all you have done for MN.

#JM7

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[Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan @LtGovFlanagan]

Hey folks! Welcome to my official Twitter as your Lt. Governor-elect. Here, you can find the latest info from me and my team as we build our Administration. And I’m excited to hear from you, too! #OneMinnesota #mngov

[Governor Tim Walz @GovTimWalz]

Hey Minnesota! Welcome to my official Twitter as your Governor-elect. Excited to hear from you and share updates as we build #OneMinnesota. Follow along!

#mngov

[Governor Mark Dayton @GovMarkDayton]

Great news!

Today, @GarthBrooks announced he will play a 2nd concert at @USBankStadium on May 3, 2019.

Now, more Minnesotans and fans from across the region can enjoy the show!

#GARTHinMINNEAPOLIS

[Garth Brooks @garthbrooks]

My sincerest apologies to Governor Dayton, his staff, and the St. Paul/Minneapolis press. It is my loss I do not get to see you all in person this morning. The GREAT news is I get the chance to double my fun in THE city to play music! Here we go AGAIN! love, g #GARTHinMINNEAPOLIS

[Garth Brooks @garthbrooks]

. @GovMarkDayton THANK YOU for this! Let’s make it happen for the people of Minnesota! I’m in!!! love, g #GARTHinMINNEAPOLIS

[Governor Mark Dayton @GovMarkDayton]

Today, tickets for @GarthBrooks' May 4th concert at @USBankStadium sold out in under 1 hr.

Gov. Dayton tonight asked him to host a 2nd concert to make sure the MNs & fans who missed a ticket today can still enjoy the show.

#GARTHinMINNEAPOLIS

Read More: https://t.co/cDmgGJRylA

[Governor Mark Dayton @GovMarkDayton]

This week in the news: @CBSchicago reports on MN’s return to budget stability under Gov. Dayton’s leadership, @MetroTransitMN plans shift to all-electric fleet, & @Forrester names the Twin Cities as one of nation’s top tech markets.

#BetterMN

Read More: https://t.co/RjiNQFX57c

[Governor Mark Dayton @GovMarkDayton]

This week in the news: @MMBCommunicates projects a $1.5B surplus & shows a record $2.5B in cash & Reserves, @MnAgriculture helps farmers commit to water quality conservation, and @XcelEnergyMN aims for zero carbon emissions by 2050.

#BetterMN

Read More: https://t.co/9o4KeM9Qqb

[Governor Mark Dayton @GovMarkDayton]

Today, @MMBcommunicates released the latest State Budget and Economic forecast, projecting a $1.5B surplus and showing a record $2.5B in cash & Reserves.

In Gov. Dayton’s words:

“This state is in tremendous fiscal shape.”

#BetterMN

Read More: https://t.co/NuYwiERiTt

[Governor Mark Dayton @GovMarkDayton]

In Jan. 2011, Minnesota faced a $6.2B deficit, owed our schools $1.9B, and there was virtually nothing in the Budget Reserve.

Today, we have a $1.5B surplus and a record $2.5B in cash & Reserves.

Eight years of strong fiscal management have built a much #BetterMN.

[Governor Mark Dayton @GovMarkDayton]

Today, Gov. Dayton greeted singers from the Armstrong High School Chamber Singers during Holiday tours at the Governor’s Residence in Saint Paul.

Learn more about upcoming Holiday tour opportunities: https://t.co/WTsjuH4xHD

[Governor Mark Dayton @GovMarkDayton]

Since 2014, @MnAgriculture has worked with 680 MN farmers to enroll nearly 450K acres of farmland in the MN Agriculture Water Quality Certification Program, implement conservation practices, commit to sustainability, and build a #BetterMN.

Read More: https://t.co/4Eu1qKU2HL