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November 4, 2021 DMCC Board Meeting Nov 04, 2021 12:00 PM Mar 15, 2024 11:35 AM Topics Include: Metrics (downtown post-occupancy analysis); Discovery Square; Development Framework (America City for Health/Lead Generation); DMC Project Updates (Heart of the City, Riverfront, Rapid Transit, District Energy, McKnight Foundation Grants)
Februray 3, 2022 DMCC Board Session and Collaborative Session Feb 03, 2022 02:00 PM Feb 08, 2022 01:39 PM
Hispanic Heritage Month Kickoff Oct 02, 2021 02:00 PM Nov 07, 2021 09:06 AM
Age-Friendly Planning November 9 Nov 09, 2021 04:00 PM Nov 09, 2021 02:42 PM
RISE Up, RISE High: Empowering our Community’s Youth Nov 10, 2021 07:30 PM Nov 02, 2021 06:23 PM
Barbershop Talk and NAACP: How we RISE Up Together in the Community Nov 20, 2021 11:30 AM Nov 22, 2021 10:53 AM Topics include: NAACP participation; Mayo Clinic partnership; How to apply
RISING Beyond Barriers: Challenges and Opportunities in Education and the Workforce Nov 17, 2021 07:30 PM Nov 02, 2021 06:25 PM
RISING Together: A Conversation About Creating Equitable Pathways Nov 04, 2021 07:30 PM Nov 02, 2021 06:04 PM
P-Tech 535 Information Meeting Nov 18, 2021 08:00 PM Nov 22, 2021 01:46 PM Topics include: IT, IBM partnership; Practical Nursing, RCTC; LPN Opening, Mayo
Productive Hacks by Collider Oct 29, 2021 01:00 PM Oct 29, 2021 09:01 AM
C4G Housing: Unified Development Code Oct 11, 2021 08:00 PM Dec 13, 2021 11:31 AM
Minnesota Alliance for Volunteer Advancement (MAVA) Oct 27, 2021 10:30 AM Oct 26, 2021 11:03 AM
DMC Community For Health Steering Committee October Meeting Oct 29, 2021 11:00 AM Oct 25, 2021 07:23 PM
October Age Friendly Meeting Oct 26, 2021 04:00 PM Oct 29, 2021 08:10 AM
Community Health Assessment and Planning Updates to DC Board Oct 26, 2021 06:00 PM Oct 25, 2021 07:49 PM
Mayowood Grand Opening and Ribbon-Cutting for New Supportive Housing Oct 26, 2021 02:00 PM Dec 13, 2021 11:33 AM Mayowood Apartments will provide permanent supportive housing for 30 homeless adults
Rochester on Tap Oct 30, 2021 09:00 PM Oct 16, 2021 09:06 AM Rochester on Tap is making it's way back to the Mayo Civic Center on Saturday, October 30th, 2021 with a VIP Session and two General Admission Sessions! Sample over 100 releases from some of America’s best craft breweries!
Project HEALINGS Retreat Oct 16, 2021 02:00 PM Oct 15, 2021 05:35 PM
Training for Good: Grant Writing for Nonprofits Nov 30, 2021 12:00 PM Oct 13, 2021 11:00 AM
Plone 2021 Conference Oct 31, 2021 12:00 PM Nov 14, 2022 04:17 PM Open Source Software Conference with Keynote Speaker Annette B Lewis, Six Feet Up
MPR Presents MN Diverse Communities Lunch and Learn Oct 12, 2021 01:00 PM Mar 13, 2022 08:09 AM
NORTHEAST MINNESOTA EQUITY SUMMIT: OCT. 27 Oct 27, 2021 11:30 AM Oct 27, 2021 11:02 AM The Equity Summit is an opportunity for community leaders, businesses, educators, creatives, workforce and economic development, government, health care, philanthropy, and YOU to engage around themes related to diversity, equity, and inclusion and forge a more inclusive future in northeast Minnesota.
Virtual Open House: Downtown Waterfront Southeast: 6 Street Bridge Concept Design Oct 07, 2021 01:00 PM Oct 04, 2021 12:40 PM
November, 2021 Rochester Area Foundation DEI Event (By Invitation) Nov 05, 2021 02:00 PM Apr 30, 2023 01:53 PM Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Practitioner gathering facilitated by RAF’s DEI Committee
FORUM WITH INTERIM SUPERINTENDENT DR. KENT PEKEL Oct 21, 2021 08:00 PM Oct 04, 2021 10:27 AM
Nonprofit Board Chair Networking Oct 21, 2021 01:00 PM Nov 14, 2022 10:18 AM The Consortium is excited to announce that we are hosting a Nonprofit Board Chair Networking on Thursday October 21 from 12-1pm. Please feel free to share with your Board Chair and with other nonprofit organizations.
Bolder Options' 2021 Gala Sep 30, 2021 08:30 PM Oct 09, 2021 08:45 AM
Entrepreneurial Bridge Sep 28, 2021 04:00 PM Oct 27, 2021 11:04 AM
Housing Alliance Presentation to Diversity Council Board Sep 28, 2021 06:00 PM Dec 13, 2021 10:23 AM Topics include Housing Priorities: Homeownership; Housing Innovation; Affordable Rental Housing
Racism and the Economy Series: Focus on the Wealth Divide Oct 20, 2021 01:30 PM Nov 14, 2022 10:20 AM The ninth installment of our virtual event series focuses on how racialized barriers to wealth accumulation deny families and communities long-term economic mobility and financial resiliency.
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1. A list of Beam aware upcoming community events of all types. 

2. A list of noteworthy past events that have one or more of the following contents: presentation slides, video recordings as well as takeaways. 

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
Upcoming events…
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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