[ST. PAUL, MN] – Governor Tim Walz and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan today announced the following appointments to the Minnesota Racing Commission. In addition to the appointments below, current member James Laine has been designated as the Chair of the Commission.

Alan Gingold – Wayzata, MN
Commissioner
Effective: November 24, 2019
Term Expires: June 30, 2025
Reappointment

Lisa Goodman – Minneapolis, MN
Commissioner
Effective: November 24, 2019
Term Expires: June 30, 2025
Reappointment

Julie Idelkope – Golden Valley, MN
Commissioner
Effective: November 24, 2019
Term Expires: June 30, 2025
Replacing: Ralph Strangis

The Minnesota Racing Commission operates to ensure the integrity of horse racing and card playing, oversee the proper distribution of funds back into the industry, and provide for the safety and welfare of the human and equine participants.