Capitol Days 2025
SIMPCO Executive Director Michelle Bostinelos had a busy and productive month visiting various state capitols.
- January 29: Michelle accompanied the Siouxland Chamber of Commerce to Des Moines, Iowa. They met with Governor Reynolds, state legislators, and department heads.
- February 4-5: She joined the Dakota Valley Business Council in Pierre, South Dakota, for meetings with Governor Larry Rhoden, state legislators, and department heads.
- February 25: Michelle along with the Iowa Association of Councils of Governments (ICOG) hosted a legislative breakfast at the capitol in Des Moines.
- March 11: Michelle along with the South Sioux City Area Chamber of Commerce attended a successful day of meetings with senators in Lincoln.
Topics of Discussion at the Legislative Events:
- Workforce
- Quality of life
- Child care
- Health care
- Education
- Economic development
- Taxes
- Flood mitigation
- Housing
- Infrastructure
- Support of Councils of Governments (COGs)