Iam writing to express my concern about the proposed Highway 371 Baxter bypass by MnDOT and its potential impact on small businesses, including my own — Curated Closet, located on Excelsior Road and Golf Course Drive. Small businesses are the heartbeat of our community, not just as economic engines but as pillars of support for local causes.

Over the years, my business has contributed to numerous community initiatives, from cancer and accident benefits to school and sports programs, as well as supporting our fire departments and local library, to name a few. This spirit of giving and community engagement is shared by many other small businesses that will be directly affected by this project. The more our local business thrives, the more our community does, and the opposite is also true.

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