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DMC May 2022 Rochester Housing Summit May 12, 2022 12:00 PM Nov 14, 2023 10:16 AM Topics: Housing needs; Financial tools; Innovative housing models; housing developers relationships
CMRC April 22, 2024 Meeting Apr 22, 2024 06:00 PM Apr 25, 2024 08:32 AM Topics: City of Rochester DEI Action Plan Updates ; CMRC Collaboration Status
Main Street Grant Opportunity Apr 08, 2022 02:00 PM Mar 30, 2022 06:47 PM
API Day at the Capitol 2023 Apr 11, 2023 01:30 PM Apr 14, 2023 08:09 AM Moving Forward
API Day at the Capitol 2022 Apr 21, 2022 01:30 PM Apr 22, 2022 09:21 AM Democracy in the Time of COVID: Strengthening Our Ties to One Another.
Highway Heavy Construction Careers Training Apr 18, 2022 03:50 PM Mar 21, 2022 09:59 AM
Small Business Administration: Business Training in Rochester Mar 26, 2022 07:00 PM Apr 20, 2022 11:18 AM Topics include: Business Financing 101 with potential SBA loan and DEED grants; Business Trend in MN - Amour, Ange and Kim
CMRC March 25, 2024 Meeting Mar 25, 2024 06:00 PM Mar 27, 2024 01:00 PM Topics: University of Minnesota Rochester Campus & Climate Action Plan; Three Rivers Community Action, BIPOC Homeownership Mentor Outreach, CMRC Updates: ACHLA and Pamoja Women actions regarding Post Secondary assists
CMRC Feb 2024 Meeting Feb 26, 2024 06:00 PM Feb 27, 2024 01:00 PM Improve Educational Experience for Children of Incarcerated Parents, 2024 Respect, CMRC Future
MPR Rochester RDAC Spring 2024 Meeting; Chandra Kavati, Senior Vice President, Chief Partnerships & Revenue Officer. Mar 28, 2024 01:30 PM Mar 04, 2024 12:46 PM Topics include: Quarterly updates Possible Topics;
MPR Rochester RDAC Spring 2022 Meeting Mar 15, 2022 01:30 PM Aug 15, 2023 06:10 PM Little Moments Count focuses on the critical importance of early brain development in children during the first three years of life.
MPR Rochester RDAC 3Q 2023 Meeting Sep 14, 2023 02:00 PM Sep 20, 2023 09:43 AM Our speaker is Liwanag Ojala, the Senior Vice President and Chief Transformation Officer at American Public Media Group.
C2: Community + Connection Forum - Homeless in Rochester Mar 10, 2022 08:00 PM Mar 10, 2022 06:04 AM
Praying and supporting Ukraine Feb 28, 2022 06:00 PM Feb 27, 2022 10:24 AM Praying and supporting Ukraine
Diversity Council Board Education Series: Mayo's DEI and NAACP Rise Program Feb 22, 2022 06:00 PM Jun 26, 2022 11:52 AM Inform the DC board Mayo Lab's DEI strategy and NAACP's RISE program with Mayo.
Diversity Council: Human Book Training Mar 30, 2022 07:00 PM Mar 28, 2022 05:45 PM
Diversity Council and Thesis: Human Stories Mar 27, 2022 09:00 PM Mar 26, 2022 10:05 AM Diversity Council will be at Thesis delivering a workshop aimed at broadening our understanding and empathy for different lived experiences.
Diversity Council and Thesis: Gracious Hosting Workshop Feb 27, 2022 09:00 PM Feb 22, 2022 12:56 PM Diversity Council is partnering with Thesis to deliver a workshop on how we can be more welcoming to ALL in our day to day and work places.
Part of a Greater Whole -- A Dialogue Series: Restorative Justice Feb 23, 2022 07:00 PM Feb 16, 2022 10:17 AM This month we will be talking about restorative justice. Heard the term but never looked into further?
ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT (ADU) INFORMATION FORUM Feb 15, 2022 03:30 PM Apr 29, 2022 08:21 AM Age-Friendly Olmsted County presents an information forum on ADUs and the current draft of Rochester’s Unified Development Code (UDC) as related to ADUs.
MPRNews In Focus: Celebrating Intersectional Identities with Minnesota's LGBTQ+ Communities Feb 23, 2022 01:00 PM Feb 20, 2022 06:30 AM Join MPR News for In Focus: Celebrating Intersectional Identities within Minnesota’s LGBTQ+ Communities, a virtual community conversation, sponsored by UCare
‘Riverfront Talks’ Informal Open House Mar 25, 2022 10:00 AM Mar 23, 2022 09:58 AM Urban Design and Programming
Riverfront Talks: Equity + Economy Feb 17, 2022 07:30 PM Mar 24, 2022 11:52 AM
Riverfront Talks: Urban Design + Programming Mar 24, 2022 07:30 PM Mar 24, 2022 11:24 AM
Riverfront Talks: Land use + Open Space Feb 08, 2022 07:30 PM Mar 24, 2022 11:44 AM
Riverfront Talks: Historic Preservation + Redevelopment Mar 10, 2022 07:30 PM Mar 24, 2022 11:33 AM
Riverfront Talks: Sustainability + Access Mar 01, 2022 07:30 PM Mar 24, 2022 12:01 PM The Riverfront Small Area Plan project will create a high-level plan for future phased redevelopment. We are looking for input to identify the Community’s vision for this site and create a plan that enhances the overall connectivity to the river. The Riverfront project is focused on the area east of Broadway, between 4th Street SE and 2nd Street SE.
Introducing You to You Feb 10, 2024 12:30 PM Jan 25, 2024 08:11 AM A Free Self Discovery Workshop
A Black History Month Event: Road to Homeownership Feb 17, 2024 02:30 PM May 23, 2024 10:38 AM Join us on a transformative journey towards homeownership in celebration of Black History Month on February 17th. This Road to Homeownership workshop is designed to empower and guide individuals towards achieving the dream of owning a home.
Ukrainian Fundraiser Breakfast Jan 27, 2024 12:00 PM Jan 25, 2024 11:09 AM Supported by Rochester Kiwanis Clubs and VFW Post 1215
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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