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.
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.
Burnsville’s Downpayment Assistance Loan Program launched on May 1
The City of Burnsville is launching a new Downpayment Assistance Loan Program on May 1, 2026, for individuals and families who qualify for and are interested in purchasing a home in its community.Roundtable opportunity for Realtors® to provide input to city leaders about West Saint Paul and South Saint Paul
SPAAR is seeking input from members who have done business in West Saint Paul or South Saint Paul. Elected leaders and city staff in both of those cities are interested in hearing from Realtors® about their experiences doing business in their cities.
SPAAR in the news: SPAAR testified against Lakeville development moratorium
SPAAR Government Affairs Director Becky Wegscheid and SPAAR Realtor® member Tony Khambata testified on April 20 in opposition to the City of Lakeville’s proposal to institute a moratorium on development.
Chris Ford is SPAAR’s Realtor® Champion of the Month for April 2026
Chris Ford is SPAAR's Realtor® Champion of the Month for April 2026.