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.
Touring The Nine at Lexington Station: a model for affordable housing
Projects like The Nine at Lexington Station demonstrate that it is possible to create attractive, affordable housing without sacrificing quality.
Advocacy in Action with the GADs: an September 2025 update
SPAAR's Government Affairs Directors (GADs), Becky Wegscheid and Simon Opatz, engaged with several city and county elected officials and staff throughout SPAAR’s jurisdiction in September.
Amy Peterson is RPAC Investor of the Month for September 2025
Amy Peterson is RPAC Investor of the Month for September 2025.
SPAAR endorses Kaohly Her for Saint Paul Mayor
The Saint Paul Area Association of Realtors® (SPAAR) has endorsed Kaohly Her to be the next Mayor of Saint Paul.
See something, say something: SPAAR’s Advocacy Team welcomes input
In an effort to better advocate for Realtors® with local and county governments SPAAR has created a new program, the Key Contacts Program. The Key Contacts Program is designed to leverage SPAAR member networks to enhance SPAAR’s Advocacy work.
Tour The Nine at Lexington Station
SPAAR members are invited to tour The Nine at Lexington Station (411 Lexington Pkwy N, St. Paul, MN 55104) on Tuesday, September 23, from 10-11:30am.
Golden Valley ADU welcomed visitors and provided project overview
On Thursday September 4, SPAAR members and staff attended an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) open house in Golden Valley.