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DMC Sustainability Series: Leading with Race to Increase Equity Feb 19, 2020 01:00 PM Feb 18, 2020 07:59 PM Hosted by DMC - Destination Medical Center, Rochester Public Library, and City of Rochester
2025 Community of Wellness: Symposium & Gala Apr 18, 2025 05:00 PM Mar 26, 2025 04:20 PM Topics include: Transformational Healing with Sound; Living Well, Thinking Well: How Lifestyle Medicine Can Preserve Your Cognitive Health; The Power of Sunlight to Improve Health and Well-being; Move to Thrive: How Exercise Transforms Metabolic Health and Overall Wellness; Fasting Mimicking Diet (FMD) for Type II Diabetes Reversal and Longevity; Epiphanies From Losing Nearly 300 Pounds
Gateway Science Fair Apr 15, 2023 04:30 PM Apr 13, 2023 10:19 AM We are looking for science professionals to review the projects and offer the students positive feedback to encourage their love of science. It is not a competition and there are no prizes. The fair gives the 3rd through 6th grade participants an opportunity to meet and interact with scientists and science professionals. Each student receives a t-shirt, the written feedback from their Reviewers, and a certificate of participation.
Gateway Science Fair Feb 22, 2020 04:00 PM Feb 18, 2020 05:38 PM
UMR State of the Campus Nov 2024 Nov 12, 2024 01:00 PM Feb 05, 2025 10:37 AM Award-winning UMR faculty and their students share stories of learning innovations that fuel success for future health professionals.
March 2020 Health Assessment and Planning Partnership Meeting Mar 12, 2020 09:00 AM Feb 14, 2020 02:05 PM
December 2020 Health Assessment and Planning Partnership Meeting Dec 10, 2020 09:00 AM Jan 07, 2021 07:59 AM
March 2021 Health Assessment and Planning Partnership Meeting Mar 11, 2021 09:00 AM Mar 10, 2021 11:37 AM
Strengthening our Human Services Ecosystem by Rochester Nonprofit Consortium Feb 10, 2020 03:00 PM Feb 11, 2020 05:35 PM
RAEDI Annual Meeting & Luncheon 2020 Mar 18, 2021 01:00 PM Mar 18, 2021 03:52 PM
RAEDI Annual Meeting & Luncheon 2020 Feb 25, 2020 01:00 PM Feb 08, 2020 08:09 PM
United Way of Olmsted County’s Listening Session Feb 20, 2020 07:30 PM Feb 03, 2020 09:20 PM United Way of Olmsted County’s volunteer Listening Team is hosting a community conversation and you’re invited!
Children First: A Community Conversation, Educating All Children Feb 20, 2020 08:00 PM Jun 18, 2020 07:45 AM
Hidden Crisis: Confronting Health Care Injustice in Our Local Immigrant Community Feb 03, 2020 07:00 PM Feb 03, 2020 01:27 PM
Asian Pacific Islanders Issues Discussions Feb 06, 2020 06:00 PM Feb 03, 2020 09:13 PM
Community Mobilization Resource Coalition Kickoff Feb 20, 2020 06:00 PM Oct 02, 2021 07:46 AM Launching of CMRC; 21st Century Community Space;
Humanize My Hoodie Feb 26, 2020 08:00 PM May 31, 2020 11:52 AM
Y Pie Cook-Off & Bingo Mar 13, 2020 12:30 PM Jan 29, 2020 11:06 AM
Mayor Kim Norton at the Y's ForeverWell Event Mar 05, 2020 10:00 AM Jan 29, 2020 08:26 AM
Governor Walz Barbershop Talk Jan 29, 2020 01:00 PM Jan 28, 2020 12:49 PM
Destination Medical Center Collaborative Session Feb 06, 2020 02:00 PM Jan 27, 2020 08:10 AM
Destination Medical Center Corporation Board of Directors Meeting Feb 06, 2020 12:00 PM Jan 27, 2020 08:11 AM
Rapid Transit Open House – Midday Option Feb 04, 2020 01:30 PM Jan 27, 2020 07:59 AM
Rapid Transit Open House – Evening Option Feb 04, 2020 07:00 PM Jan 27, 2020 09:40 AM
Rochester City Council Review Intercultural Cities Initiative Submission Jan 27, 2020 04:30 PM Jun 23, 2024 09:00 AM "The Rochester City Council will review collected information expected to help set the city on a path toward becoming an intercultural city. During its weekly Monday afternoon meeting, the council will be presented with information on the Intercultural Cities Initiative, which it agreed to join last year in partnership with the Diversity Council and Journey to Growth."
Barbershop Talk- Mr. Michael Muñoz, Superintendent of Rochester Jan 25, 2020 11:00 AM Jan 24, 2020 09:19 PM
MN Compass Webminar: Discover the "Build Your Own" Data Tool Training) Feb 10, 2020 12:00 PM Mar 18, 2020 01:10 PM
MN Compass Webminar: Tips for using MN Compass data Jan 27, 2020 12:00 PM Jan 24, 2020 01:41 PM
Dr. LaPrincess Brewer- Barbershop Talk South Minnesota Feb 15, 2020 11:00 AM May 31, 2020 12:07 PM
Disability Townhall (4/14/25) Apr 14, 2025 07:30 PM Apr 11, 2025 07:35 AM This event will offer an opportunity for community members to discuss important issues impacting individuals with disabilities
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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

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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 

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Last Updated April 11, 2025



Vision 2050 Report and Next Steps

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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

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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

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3. Sister Cities Relationship Logs

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Last Updated March 06, 2025