State Senator David Hann and Representative Jenifer Loon, both of Eden
Prairie, announced today that they will join with local business
leaders, plus Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty, Minnesota Department of
Employment and Economic Development Commissioner Dan McElroy, Human
Services Commissioner Cal Ludeman, and Revenue Commissioner Ward Einess
in an economic roundtable discussion, Tuesday, September 8, at 2 p.m. at
the Eaton Corporation in Eden Prairie.

The roundtable kicks off a statewide series of meetings that will bring
together regional business leaders, state government decision makers,
and others to exchange ideas about jumpstarting Minnesota’s economy. A
media availability will follow the roundtable discussion at 3:30 p.m. to
announce other locations in the statewide tour.

“We chose Eaton as the springboard for these discussions because they
are a diversified global innovator that has been able to weather the
tough economy,” Hann said. “We are pleased that they are willing to
open their doors to us and to other businesses for an exchange of
ideas.”

“We want to hear from people trying to stay one step ahead of the
curve and learn from them what they need to meet their goals for
expansion and job creation,” Loon said.  “Growing private sector
jobs is essential for economic recovery in Minnesota.  This will be the
first of many roundtables that will help guide our agenda for the 2010
legislative session.”

“As a leader in electrical, fluid, and mechanical power management,
including the emerging hybrid power, Eaton welcomes Job Summit
participants. With manufacturing expertise spanning 98 years, Eaton is
honored that you have chosen to be here today,” – said William
VanArsdale,
President of the Hydraulic Group at Eaton.

Other attendees include House Republican Minority Leader Kurt Zellers,
Maple Grove, Senate Republican Minority Leader David Senjem, Rochester,
and more than 30 business leaders from the southwest metro.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
Tuesday, September 8th
Eaton Corporation (14615 Lone Oak Road)  in Eden Prairie

Business Roundtable
begins at 2 p.m. with the arrival of Gov. Pawlenty and commissioners.
2:05 Governor speaks
2:20 Governor Q & A with attendees
2:35  Rep. Loon/Sen. Hann begin roundtable
3:30 Event concludes
Media Availability to follow immediately