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September 28, 2023 DMCC Board Meeting Sep 28, 2023 12:00 PM Mar 15, 2024 10:54 AM Metrics, 2024 Work Plan and Budget, Business Development and Lead Generation, Communications Strategy, DEED Main Street, Discovery Square, District Energy, Downtown Riverfront, Equitable Economic Development, Heart of the City, Housing, Mobility, Rochester Downtown Task Force, Soldiers Field Memorial Park, West Transit Village
May 25, 2023 DMCC Board Meeting May 25, 2023 12:00 PM Mar 15, 2024 11:35 AM Topics include: A. Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Utilization B. Downtown Riverfront C. Heart of the City D. Main Street Program E. McKnight Grants F. Mobility G. Private Development H. Equitable Economic Development I. BIPOC Home Ownership J. Soldiers Field Memorial Park
2023 DMCC Board Collaborative Session Feb 09, 2023 02:00 PM Mar 15, 2024 10:54 AM joint gathering of the DMCC board, DMCC EDA board, Rochester City Council & Mayor, and Olmsted County board, along with their respective staff. Goals for the meeting: Allow organizations to share ideas: Learning each group’s priorities, Shared learning on Next Generation Infrastructure with David Gamble, principal of Gamble Associates, Harvard design instructor, and author of several books on city development.
Feb. 2023 DMCC Board Meeting Feb 09, 2023 12:00 PM May 09, 2023 09:36 AM Topics include: Annual Report: 8:24 DMC EDA Chair Report: 14:36 DMC Metrics: 22:15 Soldiers Field: 32:54 Recommendation: 39:59 Riverfront Small Area Plan: 53:16 LINK Bus Rapid Transit and West Transit Village: 1:11:14 Downtown Recovery Taskforce: 1:19:00 Awareness of Rochester as a Life Sciences Destination 1:25:46 Biggest Barriers 1:55:17 Strategic Directions 2:02:16 Team Collaboration 2:05:08 2023 Program of work 2:07:05
Project Community Connect Jan 27, 2023 02:00 PM Jan 23, 2023 09:08 AM After a two-year absence, Project Community Connect – an event designed to provide services and resources for people who are homeless or struggling to make ends meet – is returning on Friday, January 27, 2023.
125 Live Community Talks: RPS Superintendent Kent Pekel Jan 20, 2023 12:30 PM Jan 20, 2023 11:31 AM Community Talks Discuss topics relevant to 125 LIVE members and the Rochester community. Learn about your community, ask questions on issues, and share your input and your ideas for a better tomorrow. This time we will host Rochester School Superintendent- Kent Pekel.
Third Judicial District: Juror Project Presentation Jan 26, 2023 07:00 PM Jan 26, 2023 09:41 AM The motivation for hosting these presentations has been the continued lack of diversity of juries in southeast Minnesota, as shown by this recent report by the state-level Committee for Equity and Justice.
propel nonprofits: Building an Effective CEO & Board Chair Partnership Jan 25, 2023 10:00 PM Jan 11, 2023 08:08 PM It has often been said that a healthy relationship between the board chair and executive director/CEO goes a long way toward building an effective organization.
Mayor Norton to Host 2023 State of the City Event Jan 13, 2023 09:00 AM Jan 15, 2023 10:12 AM Mayor Kim Norton shares, “I encourage the community to join me for this event. The focus of this year’s State of the City will be on how we work together to create a vision for Rochester. We have so much to look forward to and opportunities to work on together.”
Southeast Minnesota Regional Housing Forum Jan 12, 2023 12:00 PM Dec 22, 2022 10:01 AM Expert Panel on Regional Initiatives; Breakout Sessions on Important Regional Topics; Policy, Advocacy, and Legislative Updates
How to be an Effective Board Member Jan 07, 2023 11:00 AM Jan 06, 2023 07:33 AM This training is designed to be an introduction to Board service for those joining a new board or those considering doing so. It is also a perfect refresher course for current nonprofit Board members.
Minority Owned Business Network -- Social Solutions: Lunch & Learn Jan 13, 2023 03:00 PM Jan 06, 2023 07:39 AM A networking event for Minority Owned Businesses. - Keynote speaker - Business Education - Food & Beverage - Vendors
MNCM: Pandemic’s Impact on Health Care Quality by Race, Ethnicity, Language, and Country of Birth Nov 29, 2022 01:30 PM Nov 14, 2022 08:02 AM New report provides data to support health equity investment.
Rochester Branch of the NAACP, 2022 Freedom Fund Banquet Nov 19, 2022 08:30 PM Nov 14, 2022 08:01 AM Dinner, Entertainment, State Conference Remarks, Branch Report, Roll Call of Black Businesses, Black Business Awards
Rochester Branch of the NAACP, 2023 Freedom Fund Banquet - Thriving Together Nov 04, 2023 09:00 PM Oct 29, 2023 09:11 AM Uniting community, leaders, activists, and experts of all ages to build a brighter future for all of us.
Cultural Healing Summit Nov 19, 2022 04:00 PM Nov 13, 2022 09:55 AM Featuring: Healers, Cultural Performances, Music, etc. The Summit welcomes people of all ages and backgrounds to participate in activities around healing and wellness. The Cultural Healing Summit is an all-day virtual experience event, focused on well-being teachings, intergenerational resilience, and culturally specific healing practices.
Culturally Responsive Business Startup Workshop Dec 03, 2022 12:00 PM Dec 02, 2022 10:01 AM Free Work Shop Second Topic: Legal Issues - Business Registration and Trademark
Culturally Responsive Business Startup Workshop Mar 18, 2023 12:00 PM Mar 27, 2023 09:26 AM Managing Your Business and Local Support Services
Culturally Responsive Business Startup Workshop Jan 07, 2023 12:00 PM Dec 18, 2022 01:30 PM Funding Your Business - Loans and Grants
Culturally Responsive Business Startup Workshop Feb 18, 2023 12:00 PM Jan 19, 2023 07:17 AM Money Issues - Payroll, Accounting, and Taxes
Culturally Responsive Business Startup Workshop Jan 21, 2023 12:00 PM Dec 18, 2022 01:33 PM Growing Your Business - Sales and Marketing
Global Market (Cooking Class, Small Business Training, Food & Deserts) Dec 03, 2022 07:00 PM Nov 30, 2022 09:51 AM Rochester's cultural communities hosting family friendly winter activities. Come to experience authentic flavors and vibrant traditions.
Global Market (Cooking Class, Small Business Training, Food & Deserts) Feb 18, 2023 07:00 PM Jan 19, 2023 07:21 AM Rochester's cultural communities hosting family friendly winter activities. Come to experience authentic flavors and vibrant traditions.
Global Market (Cooking Class, Small Business Training, Food & Deserts) Jan 07, 2023 07:00 PM Dec 18, 2022 01:27 PM Rochester's cultural communities hosting family friendly winter activities. Come to experience authentic flavors and vibrant traditions.
Global Market (Cooking Class, Small Business Training, Food & Deserts) Mar 04, 2023 07:00 PM Mar 04, 2023 09:40 AM Rochester's cultural communities hosting family friendly winter activities. Come to experience authentic flavors and vibrant traditions.
Global Market (Cooking Class, Small Business Training, Food & Deserts) Jan 21, 2023 07:00 PM Dec 18, 2022 01:38 PM Rochester's cultural communities hosting family friendly winter activities. Come to experience authentic flavors and vibrant traditions.
Winter Market Nov 05, 2022 07:00 PM Nov 04, 2022 05:06 PM
Veterans & Emergency Service Museum/Exhibits Apr 20, 2023 08:00 PM Apr 24, 2023 08:33 AM Open House & Ribbon-Cutting, Everyone is invited
Veteran Day Free Breakfast and Program Nov 11, 2023 11:30 AM Nov 06, 2023 10:58 AM Breakfast, courtesy of Powers Ventures, will be served from 8:30 to 10 a.m., followed by a program from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Speakers include State Senator Carla Nelson, Army veteran Chad Stowers as the emcee, and the talented singer Brad Boice. o Attend the 2023 Veterans Day Jamboree on November 10-11, 2023, at the Tradition Veterans Complex in Hastings Minnesota. There will be food trucks, a beer garden, bonfire, interactive games for kids, live music, a raffle, online auction, special appearances and much more. This will be a fantastic event for family and friends. It is outside, so please dress appropriately! 􀁸 Volunteer for veterans: Many organizations welcome volunteers such as veterans' hospitals, VA clinics, and
Gifts Delivery to Adopt a Family Dec 15, 2022 04:00 PM Nov 13, 2022 10:37 AM
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Two types of event information being shared in the following:

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
Lotus Health Foundation hosts 6th annual “Community of Wellness” event, Lifestyle Medicine, Path to Health & Happiness. May 16, 2024 - May 17, 2024 — Symposium: 125 Live; Gala. Rochester Golf Country Club
Sabbath and Health May 18, 2024 11:00 AM - 05:30 PM — Rochester Seventh-Day Adventist Church
2024 Rochester Pridefest May 18, 2024 12:00 PM - 05:00 PM — Soldiers Memorial Field Park
Join the Mayor May 19, 2024 05:30 PM - 07:30 PM — 4921 West Frontage Road NW
Silver Lake Forum May 21, 2024 09:00 AM - 10:30 AM — 125 Live, 125 Elton Hills Drive
May 23, 2024 DMCC Board Meeting May 23, 2024 09:30 AM - 12:00 PM — Mayo Civic Center
2024 DMC Collaborative Session May 23, 2024 12:00 PM - 02:30 PM — Mayo Civic Center
Rochester Vision 2050 Community Engagement May 28, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM — TBD
CMRC May 2024 Meeting May 30, 2024 04:30 PM - 06:00 PM
MPR Connects Presents MPR News with Angela Davis Jun 06, 2024 05:00 PM - 08:00 PM — Chateau Theatre
Upcoming events…
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M.O.V.E: Collaboration of SHIP, Joint Study, One Olmsted

M.O.V.E. Promotional Flyer

5/10/2024 Conversation Olmsted County Rep and CMRC Rep. 

Regarding Olmsted County Community Council's DEI initiative called Mobilizing Olmsted Voices for Equity (M.O.V.E) 

Last Updated May 11, 2024



Free FAFSA Support for Community Based Organizations

5/6/2024 Announcement: CBO hosting a College Financial Aid Event to receive $1000 grant

Cradle 2 Career (C2C), Rochester Public Schools (RPS), and Arch to Philanthropy are launching a College Coordinator Pilot to provide College Based Organizations (CBOs) resources for College Readiness.

Last Updated May 06, 2024



Downtown Waterfront Southeast: 6th Street Bridge

Online Survey for Community Inputs

Asian Community Inputs Outreach

Last Updated May 03, 2024



Minnesota Department of Health May 2034 News

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Last Updated May 03, 2024



2024 Targeted Business Enterprise Utilization Plan Reports

2Q 2024:

April 2024 - Admin Message, TBE Report

1Q 2024:

Feb 2024 - Admin Message, TBE Report

Jan 2024: Admin Message, TBE Report

Special callouts 

Last Updated May 02, 2024



Community Outreach Public Relations

Austin KSMQ R-Town Program Interview Segment about CMRC

Last Updated May 01, 2024



Isaiah Rochester Agenda

Focus Area: 

Housing

Our Next Generation

Healthcare

Community-Building, Climate

 

Last Updated May 01, 2024



Braver Angels

Braver Angels Newsletter

2024 National Convention

National Debate: Should we be colorblind?

Listen to (and learn from) the other side

Last Updated April 28, 2024



2024 Destination Medical Center (DMC) Updates

DMC Updates April 29 Presentation to City Council Study Session 

Transit Village

Business Development

Historic District

Last Updated April 27, 2024



Credible Mind and Collective Impact

Introducing Credible Mind to support CHNA collaboration. 

Last Updated April 22, 2024



Rochester Vision 2050

The visioning effort calls for soliciting broad community input to help propose desired strategic initiatives based on desired outcomes through 2050.

Last Updated April 19, 2024



Rochester Public Library Facilities and Operations Master Plan –Request for Proposals

The Rochester Public Library in Rochester, Minnesota, is seeking proposals from consultants and groups with experience working with libraries to engage in a robust, community co-design and collaborative process for a Facilities and Operations Master Plan.

Last Updated April 18, 2024



EBE Presentation to City Council Study Session

1. Part of Feb 26, 2024 City Council Study Session on DEI: Presentation Slides include actions and measures to City Council Study Session and Link to City Council video 

2. Career Opportunities for Women of Color

Last Updated April 01, 2024



Full-Time Career Navigator: Built Environment Wanted

Application Due April 5, 2024: Workforce Development, Inc. is seeking a friendly and professional Career Navigator to join our team.  

Last Updated March 27, 2024



Community Asset Building and Early Literacy Grants

Grant Opportunities: 

Due April 17, 2024 Community Asset Building and Health and Wellness Priorities Grants

Due March 5, 2024 Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation seeking applications for Early Literacy Grants

Last Updated March 26, 2024



Requests for Action Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Action Plan

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Contract 1: 2024: Professional Development: Cultural Humility Series $41.3K; 

Contact 2 : Critical Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI) Audit ($30K); Cultural Humility Professional Development Series: Digging Deeper $13.5K ;  

Video clip of council discussions and voting and related info about GoodEnough.

Last Updated March 21, 2024



NIH Community Engagement Alliance Consultative Resource

We invite community organizations and partners who expressed interest in the Community Partnerships to Advance Science for Society (ComPASS) initiative to participate at no cost in several opportunities hosted by CEACR.

Last Updated March 20, 2024



Action Request March 18, 2024

Comment at the 3/18/2024 City Council Meeting:

To act on September 21, 2020 council resolutions for the city staff to develop a Intercultural City action plan.  

Last Updated March 19, 2024



P2S Implementation and Comprehensive Plan Request for Proposal

P2S Implementation Report

P2S Update Request for Proposal 

Last Updated March 18, 2024



DEED Funding Opportunities and Workforce Training Available for Minnesota Employers

Funding Opportunities: DEI for Small Employers, Targeted Populations Capacity Building

Employer subsidies: 1. The state of Minnesota Job Skills Partnership (MJSP) program offers grants to help train or retrain your workforce.; .2. New Minnesota Fund Reimburses Employers for Costs of Reasonable Accommodations

Last Updated March 13, 2024