[ST. PAUL, MN] – Governor Tim Walz today visited Hastings to meet with local legislators, city leaders, and residents to discuss the city’s spring flood preparations. Governor Walz was joined by Senator Judy Seeberger, Representative Shane Hudella, city councilmembers, city engineers and administrators, and local law enforcement. Photos from the event are attached and linked here.

“It was great to be in Hastings today to discuss how our local, state, and federal partners are working behind the scenes to prepare for spring flooding and keep Minnesotans safe,” said Governor Walz. “From the Rainy River Basin and Red River to the Mississippi, the state stands ready to provide assistance to local communities across the state as we prepare for a tough spring flooding season.”

Yesterday, Governor Walz hosted a briefing with state and federal partners to provide information about the state’s current spring flood outlook and statewide preparations. He was joined by Twin Cities National Weather Service Meteorologist in Charge Dan Hawblitzel, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Deputy Commander Lt. Col. Rob Wilkins, Homeland Security and Emergency Management Interim Director Kevin Reed, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Floodplain Manager Ceil Strauss, and Minnesota Department of Commerce Deputy Commissioner Julia Dreier.