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Vikings issue letter to legislature, find Met Council report 'generally positive' on Arden Hills

The Minnesota Vikings issued a formal letter to members of the Minnesota Legislature, responding to issues addressed in the Met Council report. The report, commissioned by Gov. Dayton's administration, questioned the timing and viability surrounding the Arden Hills site.
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The Minnesota Vikings issued a formal letter to members of the Minnesota Legislature, responding to issues addressed in the Met Council report. The report, commissioned by Gov. Dayton's administration, questioned the timing and viability surrounding the Arden Hills site.

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