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America City for Health Meeting Nov 18, 2022 11:00 AM Jul 31, 2024 09:52 AM Progress on the co-design training and discuss the 2023 plan for co-design facilitator and leadership training cohorts, as well as look for feedback and direction for recruitment. Share progress and timeline for the Bloomberg Mayors Challenge Prize work.
Rochester City Council Ward 2 Candidate Forum Jul 22, 2024 07:45 PM Jul 12, 2024 10:05 AM
4Q 2022 December HAPP Meeting Dec 08, 2022 09:00 AM Dec 07, 2022 01:30 PM Quarterly Olmsted County Health Asessment & Planning Meeting. The purpose of the health assessment and planning partnership is to engage and inspire all sectors of the community to continually improve our community’s health through assessment, planning, and implementation efforts.
3Q 2023 September HAPP Meeting Sep 14, 2023 09:00 AM Sep 20, 2023 07:20 AM CHAP Communications Project Recap; CHIP Collective Impact Update; Core Agency Updates; Community Announcements and Sharing
1Q 2023 March HAPP Meeting Mar 09, 2023 09:00 AM Apr 16, 2023 05:33 PM Quarterly Olmsted County Health Asessment & Planning Meeting. The purpose of the health assessment and planning partnership is to engage and inspire all sectors of the community to continually improve our community’s health through assessment, planning, and implementation efforts.
2Q 2023 June HAPP Meeting Jun 08, 2023 09:00 AM Sep 20, 2023 07:45 AM Quarterly Olmsted County Health Assessment & Planning Meeting. The purpose of the health assessment and planning partnership is to engage and inspire all sectors of the community to continually improve our community’s health through assessment, planning, and implementation efforts.
4Q 2023 December HAPP Meeting Dec 14, 2023 09:00 AM Dec 18, 2023 11:23 AM Improve health indicators definitions; Community Health Thoughts; 2021-2023 CHIP Recap; Collective Impacts; Mayo Clinic and OMG Updates
RPS Board's Community Focus Team Meeting Aug 21, 2017 08:00 PM Aug 20, 2017 09:38 PM
Asia Mall Private Opening Nov 09, 2022 04:00 PM Nov 14, 2022 04:55 PM CMRC SC members connections with MSP resources to explore collaboration potential.
United Way of Olmsted County Centennial Gala Mar 15, 2025 08:30 PM Mar 08, 2025 04:28 PM In celebration of our founding in 1925, get ready to step back in time to the Roaring Twenties! From live music to themed activities, you won’t want to miss this night of vintage elegance – all while supporting a great cause.
Black Excellence: Where Resilience Meets Brilliance! Feb 20, 2021 12:00 PM Feb 17, 2021 05:51 PM
CNG Housing Message Reframing Workgoriup Aug 24, 2017 09:00 AM Aug 17, 2017 01:12 PM
DEED and Other Small Business Resources for a Free Small Business Event Feb 15, 2024 07:00 PM Jan 30, 2024 12:49 PM In Celebration of Black History Month. Building your Business from the Ground Up Thursday, February 15, 2024 4 – 7 pm - Exhibitor open house featuring lenders, business
Year of Respect: Respect & Calm: Reduce the Rancor Mar 26, 2024 07:00 PM Mar 15, 2024 09:20 AM Guest: Bill Doherty, National Co-Founder of Braver Angels bdoherty@umn.edu; Additional Guest: Dr. Steve Lansing Co-Founder: Veterans Empowered “The significance of valuing others” “Amazingly simple steps of action”
Messaging Training on Race Class Gender Narrative Jan 17, 2025 01:45 PM Jan 17, 2025 11:16 AM Learn how to craft messages that fight back against our opposition's divide-and-conquer tactics, cultivate multiracial solidarity, and move people on issues you care about.
MPR Regional Advisory Council Sep 05, 2024 01:30 PM Oct 04, 2024 11:36 AM
Olmsted County Statewide Health Improvement Partnership Grant Deadline Jan 31, 2023 11:55 PM Jan 06, 2023 11:12 AM Olmsted County Statewide Health Improvement Partnership (SHIP) is announcing Community Partner Funding Awards for 2023. We have a goal of reaching new partners across the county and encourage you to review this information and apply! This year, all funding requests will be accepted only during the application process outlined below.
FAITH COMMUNITY EXPO 2022 Nov 17, 2022 05:00 PM Nov 21, 2022 11:17 AM
LWV-R Candidate Forum Rochester City Council Ward 4 Jul 23, 2024 07:30 PM Jul 12, 2024 10:10 AM
Back to School Block Party & Parade Aug 17, 2024 06:00 PM Jul 09, 2024 05:29 PM Food, Hair Cuts, School Supplies, Family Activities
Collider: 5 Steps to Starting a Business in Minnesota Jul 12, 2023 09:30 AM Jun 24, 2023 04:43 PM Join us for a roundtable and coffee to discuss the requirements and steps to start a business in Minnesota.
Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs 50th Anniversary Vietnam War Commemoration Jun 15, 2024 06:00 PM May 24, 2024 01:03 PM Vietnam-era Veterans and their families, allies of the United States during the Vietnam War and all Minnesotans who wish to thank our Veterans.
SE MN Compass Listening Session Aug 02, 2017 11:00 AM Jul 24, 2017 10:41 PM
SE MN Compass Listening Session Aug 02, 2017 06:00 PM Nov 08, 2019 08:27 AM
Non-Profit Academy--Prospecting for Grants Sep 14, 2017 04:00 PM Jul 20, 2017 07:55 AM
In the City for Good Action Planning Apr 03, 2025 08:00 PM Apr 02, 2025 11:06 AM
In Our Town: We do somthing good to counter something bad Jul 15, 2017 12:00 PM Jul 15, 2017 09:01 AM
2024 Lunar New Year Celebration at Asia Mall Feb 04, 2024 07:15 PM Feb 04, 2024 11:43 AM
RCTC Hosting CHINA Town Hall Oct 28, 2013 08:00 PM Nov 16, 2019 11:41 AM CHINA Town Hall is a national day of programming on China involving 50 cities throughout the United States. Webcast Speaker: Former US Secretary of State, Madeleine Albright, “Issues in U.S. – China Relations"
Community Vaccination Clinic (First 50 shots will get a $50 Incentive) Oct 14, 2022 02:00 PM Sep 29, 2022 11:23 AM Sponsored by Chinese Community Center, MN Department of Health, HomelandHealth
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Upcoming Events
Leave No One Behind Apr 27, 2025 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM — Christ United Methodist Church
11th Annual EarthFest Expo May 03, 2025 09:30 AM - 02:30 PM — Saint Mary's University - Rochester Campus
507 Experience Day May 07, 2025 08:00 AM - 07:00 PM — Anywhere in the 507 (Phone) Area Code
Rochester Pride 2025 May 17, 2025 12:00 PM - 05:00 PM — Soldiers Memorial Field Park
2025 Juneteenth Breakfast Jubilee Jun 19, 2025 09:30 AM - 11:30 AM — Empire Event Center
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Build Wealth Housing Project Proposals

City Council Home Ownership Program - Westbury Recommendation Action

PB Reporting:  Rochester’s nearly $4.4M seeks to grow housing opportunities; A pair of housing developments is seeking to help first-generation homebuyers start building wealth, rather than continuing a cycle tied to paying monthly rent.

Last Updated April 11, 2025



RPS School Age Child Care Support

RPS School Board Meeting: School Age Child Care Apr 8 2025  School Board Presentation 

PB Reporting

Last Updated April 11, 2025



Vision 2050 Report and Next Steps

Press Release

Results Report with links to raw data and Copilot AI analyses

City Council Study Session

Last Updated April 08, 2025



Administration of Rochester's 3.12M award from Minnesota Main Street Economic Revitalization Program

(1) Third Phase Grant Ann; (2) Second Phase Grant; (3) DMC Announces First Recipients of Main Street Grant Funding 30 Businesses ($1.6M) ; (4) Launching of Main Street Grant 

Last Updated April 04, 2025



NAACP & AD MERG Homeownership & Wealth-Building

Rochester NAACP and AD MERG to Host Homeownership & Wealth-Building Workshop on April 12. This workshop aims to equip community members with the tools and knowledge needed to achieve homeownership and build generational wealth. The workshop will feature a panel discussion, wealth building strategies, educational resources, and Q & A session.

Last Updated April 03, 2025



2025 City of Rochester Infrastructure Construction Projects

April 2, 2025 – ROCHESTER, MINNESOTA – The City of Rochester has numerous construction projects planned for 2025. These projects have many benefits, including maintaining and replacing the City’s infrastructure and improving safety for pedestrians, bicyclists and motorists.

Last Updated April 02, 2025



Persons Experiencing Homelessness

Rochester Police Department: Persons Experiencing Homelessness (PEH) Resource Impact Report

City and County Updates on Unsheltered Homelessness 

Last Updated April 02, 2025



Record Mayo Clinic DMC investment seen as other private development drops

 

Annual Report to DEED Prep 

PB Reporting

" Overall private investment related to the Destination Medical Center initiative bounced back in 2024, but non-Mayo Clinic development continued to decline in the DMC district for the sixth year."

Last Updated March 28, 2025



RPS 2025 Strategic Planning Updaters

2025 Strategic Planning Updaters

"Rochester Public Schools kicks off rebranding effort to gain an edge in a ‘competitive environment”

Last Updated March 27, 2025



Planning 2 Succeed: Rochester 2040 Comprehensive Plan Updates

City Council Study Session regarding strategic planning for the city

DMC Updates 

Last Updated March 27, 2025



SBDC Rochester, Spring 2025

SBDC Apr 2025 Business Workshops 

SBDC Day and workshop opportunities: "If you have an upcoming business event or celebration, please let us know! We would love to stop by for a RIBBON CUTIING for any of your business." milestones:

 

Last Updated March 26, 2025



Collider Mar 2025 News

Collider Cup

Collider Incubator

 

Last Updated March 23, 2025



Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Funding Opportunity

Strengthen collaborations to reduce and prevent substance use in communities. Drug-Free Communities Support Program: NEW (Year 1)

Last Updated March 21, 2025



Minority Business Academy

The MBA is an 8-week business and professional development program designed to equip minority entrepreneurs/individuals with the skills, resources, and connections they need to grow and succeed (offering business and professional development education).

Last Updated March 21, 2025



Olmsted County HRA Approval

Red Hawk Updates

Woodcrest: Olmsted County’s Housing and Redevelopment Authority board approved an up to $1.72 million loan to support the creation of eight new for-sale homes priced under $350,000 in southeast Rochester. 

Last Updated March 17, 2025



ISAIAH: Rochester Faith in MN Calendar and Strategic Missions

Mar 2025 News and Call for Actions

Feb 2025 News and Call for Actions

Jan 2025 Rochester Faith in MN Calendar and Strategic Missions

 

Last Updated March 14, 2025



Rotary Club Presidential Peace Conference

Update from a trip to Istanbul on behalf of Rotary Club as their annual Presidential Peace Conference in mid-Feb. Key topics included: 1) reducing polarization, 2) the role of technology and media in peacebuilding, and 3) the intersection of environmental issues with peace efforts that last.

 

Last Updated March 14, 2025



311 Service

March 11, 2025 – ROCHESTER, MINN. – The City of Rochester is excited to celebrate National 311 Day by highlighting its 311 service. Launched in October 2024, 311 is designed to make it easier for residents, businesses and visitors to connect with City services and access information.

Last Updated March 11, 2025



2025 Call for Proposals Proposal Deadline: March 18, 2025 (3 p.m. ET)

RWJF is launching the Local Data for Equitable Communities grant program that supports collecting, analyzing, and using data to catalyze action on timely issues within communities.

Last Updated March 09, 2025



Rochester International Relations Committee

1. 2025 Sister City Trips: Japan, Germany

2. Rochester Sister City Application (Roles and Responsibilities)

3. Sister Cities Relationship Logs

4. IRC Meeting Logs

Last Updated March 06, 2025