Public Affairs

Committee Purpose

The Public Affairs Committee works to inform, educate, engage, and advocate for the Brookings business community regarding relevant public policy initiatives at the state and local level.

Monitoring local, state and national issues is an important function of the Public Affairs Committee. But it's not only political trends the committee works with. Societal trends and emerging local issues are studied and evaluated based on their influences on business and economic health. These evaluations form the basis for policy recommendations and programs that should be created to help inform members. Thanks to this committee, the Brookings Chamber members are always up-to-date.

Public Affairs Committee Staff Liaison
Kelsey Doom
President & CEO
kelsey@brookingschamber.org

Public Affairs Programming & Events

Candidate Forums

Legislative Coffees

Day at the Capitol

Day at the Capitol is a partnership between the economic development agencies in Brookings and South Dakota State University. This full-day event is designed to allow individuals the opportunity to see how our state government works. Community members travel to Pierre for the day and engage in conversation about Brookings with state Legislators.

The 2024 event will take place on January 17. Registration is open and can be found by clicking here.

Many thanks to our Season Sponsors!