The Community Advisory Council to Flint Hills Resources Pine Bend Refinery (CAC) is a thoughtful and committed group of volunteer citizen representatives working to fulfill the organization’s vision of creating open dialogue between the community and the Flint Hills Resources Pine Bend refinery.

The CAC empowers residents living near the Pine Bend refinery to provide input and collaborate with Flint Hills Resources on environmental, safety, and operational issues and projects.

An inset map of the state of Minnesota showing the cities and towns surrounding the Pine Bend Refinery.

The CAC and Flint Hills Resources work together in Dakota County through:

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    Vibrant relationships

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    Transparent communication

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    Purposeful action

Upcoming Meetings

Open to the public

No Meeting in April

Recruiting break (click CAC Application button to apply)

View Agenda

No Meetings June-August

Summer Break

Monday, May 11, 2026
5:30-8:00 p.m.

CAC Annual Retreat (closed to the public)

CAC Application