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Title End Date Modification Date Description
Identify Mental Concerns in Your Child and Next Steps Mar 01, 2021 07:25 PM Feb 27, 2021 10:00 AM
Marnita's Table and Blue Cross & Blue Shield Online Healthcare Conversation Mar 11, 2021 08:30 PM Feb 21, 2021 04:59 PM
RCTC: "Get Over It!" with Jane Elliot and Ray Hansen Feb 10, 2021 04:30 PM Feb 05, 2021 05:29 PM
CIVIC EQUITY Reengaging with law enforcement Feb 23, 2021 05:30 PM Feb 13, 2021 11:13 AM PCA representatives to brief Rochester Diversity Council board and DC guests
NAACP Forum on Honesty in Education Aug 28, 2021 12:30 PM Aug 29, 2021 11:16 AM
Covid 19 Disparity Impacts Apr 08, 2021 08:30 PM Apr 08, 2021 05:42 AM COVID 19: A Health Forum on Virus Disparities and Why Receipt of the Vaccine is Critical to the Black Community
NAACP Townhall - The Page Amendment: Pros and Cons of the Proposal (Virtual); Mar 30, 2021 08:30 PM Mar 30, 2021 08:02 AM
COVID 19: A Health Forum on Virus Disparities and Why Receipt of the Vaccine is Critical to the Black Community Apr 08, 2021 08:30 PM Mar 22, 2021 08:17 PM
Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry Forum (DLI) Mar 25, 2021 08:30 PM Mar 22, 2021 08:05 PM
Racial Covenants Update in Housing: Are They Really a Thing of the Past? Feb 11, 2023 12:30 PM Feb 03, 2023 09:40 AM Virtual broadcast live on the Rochester Branch NAACP Facebook page|11:00 AM to 12:30 P.M. Phil Wheeler will provide an update of a statewide and national initiative to eliminate these “covenants” from the deeds and real estate records.
Remembering Tyre Nichols: Rochester, Minnesota Community Vigil Feb 05, 2023 07:00 PM Feb 01, 2023 05:02 PM Join us for a solemn vigil to honor Tyre Nichols, father to a 4-year-old son and known by his family and friends as an avid skateboarder and nature photographer. A traffic stop should not result in the brutal death of an unarmed man, and Tyre is the latest person to die as a result of police brutality. Please join us for an indoor vigil honoring Mr. Tyre Nichols.
Racial Covenants and Redistricting Feb 05, 2022 12:30 PM Feb 01, 2022 09:54 AM Racial Covenants in Housing: Are they really a thing of the past?
Black History Speaker Series - The Transformative Nature of 2020: Where Do We Go from Here? Youth Persectives Feb 20, 2021 12:00 PM Feb 15, 2021 07:55 PM
Black History Speaker Series - The Transformative Nature of 2020: Where Do We Go from Here? Feb 13, 2021 12:00 PM Feb 04, 2021 07:50 AM
Black History Month, Art in Action: Guided Studio Session Feb 17, 2023 03:00 PM Feb 03, 2023 09:57 AM The Rochester Branch of the NAACP is collaborating with Art Heads Emporium for a guided art painting session to commemorate Black History Month. Tierney
Black History Speaker Series - Black Art Excellence Feb 26, 2022 12:30 PM Feb 01, 2022 09:21 AM Celebration of Black Art
Black History Speaker Series - Knowledge Bowl Feb 27, 2021 04:00 PM Feb 01, 2021 08:41 AM
Black History Speaker Series - DMC: What’s in It for Me; Questions and Answers for the Community of Color Feb 12, 2022 12:30 PM Feb 13, 2022 08:10 AM Join W. C. Jordan as he moderates a panel of representatives from DMC, the City of Rochester and members of the community. Hear an update on Destination Medical Center and its impact on Rochester, most specifically the impact on the community of color
Black History Speaker Series - Let’s Take Time to Remember Feb 19, 2022 12:30 PM Feb 01, 2022 09:25 AM A Memorial for the Freedom Fighters and Those Lost to Violence...
Black History Speaker Series - "COVID-19 Vaccine: Just the Facts and Why Should I Trust You?" Feb 06, 2021 12:00 PM Feb 01, 2021 08:42 AM
Asian Media Access Youth Session 2021: Youth Online Forum Jan 29, 2021 07:00 PM Jan 30, 2021 05:54 AM
Black/African American Townhall Jan 25, 2021 09:00 PM Feb 23, 2021 10:03 AM Join the Black/African American Community Townhall with representatives from Mayo Clinic, Olmsted County Public Health, Minnesota Department of Health, and Rochester Public Schools!
2021 Economic Research Launch Jan 20, 2021 05:00 PM Jan 15, 2021 10:53 AM
State of the City: City of Rochester, MN Jan 22, 2021 08:30 AM Jan 14, 2021 11:31 AM
Who's New at City Hall Jan 28, 2021 08:30 PM Feb 13, 2021 07:22 AM
2021 MLK Day: A Virtual Celebration Jan 18, 2021 11:30 AM Jan 13, 2021 01:20 PM
Navigating the Stress of Distance Learning Jan 13, 2021 08:00 PM Jan 13, 2021 07:55 AM
Virtual Townhall with the Somali Community Dec 28, 2020 06:30 PM Jan 25, 2021 09:24 PM
Rochester Human Resource Association : The Sharing of Human Stories Jan 20, 2021 02:00 PM Jul 01, 2021 06:17 PM Rochester Human Resource Association invitation to ‘The Sharing of Human Stories’ with the Diversity Council
36th annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration: Ruby Bridges Keynote Jan 31, 2021 09:00 PM Jan 14, 2021 07:13 PM
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1. A list of Beam aware upcoming community events of all types. 

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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
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

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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

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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