Advocacy News
SPAAR advocates for you and your business.
Our Government Affairs team works to make sure both REALTORS® and homeowners are represented in government.
In addition, the Government Affairs Committee works to expand the Association’s sphere of influence in local, regional, state and national public policy areas focusing on issues affecting communities throughout the Association’s jurisdiction.
Considering a run for local office?
Any members who have ever considered running for office at the city of county now or in the future can be assured that they will be supported at the local, state and national levels.
SPAAR’s Housing Book Club met with Author Jamie Madden
This spring, SPAAR’s Housing Book Club read Bittersweet Lane: Creating Homes(s) in the American Affordable Housing Crisis.
South Saint Paul and West Saint Paul Realtor® Roundtable was a success
On Tuesday, May 12, SPAAR hosted a Realtor® Roundtable at the newly renovated Wentworth Library in West Saint Paul.
City of Oakdale housing grant and loan programs available
The City of Oakdale has partnered with the Washington County Community Development Agency (CDA), to offer eligible homebuyers and homeowners with financial assistance through two grant and loan programs.
Dennis Mathis is SPAAR’s RPAC Investor of the Month for May 2026
Dennis has contributed to RPAC for 25 years, demonstrating a longstanding commitment to both RPAC and the real estate industry.
Oakdale Mayor Kevin Zabel is SPAAR’s May 2026 Realtor® Champion of the Month
Oakdale Mayor Kevin Zabel is SPAAR’s May 2026 Realtor® Champion of the Month.
Advocacy in Action: an April 2026 Update
SPAAR’s Government Affairs Directors (GADs), Becky Wegscheid and Simon Opatz, actively engaged with numerous elected officials, government staff and housing stakeholders on behalf of SPAAR members.Realtor® roundtable member opportunity on May 12
Realtor® roundtable member opportunity on May 12.