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All DEI Events

 

This is a collection of what is deemed to be events having impacts on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.  

 

See the Diversity Beam for notable DEI projects. 

 

 

Start Date Title Description Tags
Oct 13, 2020 11:00 AM MPR - Rochester Advisory Committee Fall Meeting ('diversity', 'MPR')
Oct 08, 2020 04:00 PM Digital Equity: IT Infrastructure Planning ('Education', 'Diversity', 'IT', 'npc')
Oct 08, 2020 01:00 PM Collaboration Opporotunities ('diversity', 'openbeam', 'governance', 'Entrepreneurship')
Oct 05, 2020 01:00 PM Cradle to Career Fall Convening ('education', 'diversity', 'c2c', 'youth', 'C2C', 'Education')
Sep 30, 2020 04:00 PM Multicultural Education at Macalester College, Brian Lozenski. ('diversity',)
Sep 24, 2020 02:00 PM OpenBeam Chat with Dr. Jess Garcia ('diversity', 'compassion', 'community health', 'Health/Wellness', 'Financial Stress')
Sep 23, 2020 12:00 PM Council on Asian Pacific Minnesotans: Rochester Legislative Listening Session ('diversity', 'community engagement', 'listening')
Sep 20, 2020 01:15 PM Rochester Area - Construction Small Business Support ('workforce', 'Diversity', 'Diversity Council', 'cmrc')
Sep 18, 2020 10:00 AM Community for Health: Discovery Walk Co-design and Intercultural Cities Interlock This month, we will be offering updates on who we are sharing the co-design approach and Discovery Walk project outcomes with as well as other co-design projects we may support in 2021 and beyond. Additionally, we will discuss the role of this working group as we look to expand the use of co-design around the region. Explore relationship with Intercultural City Initiative. ('America City for Health', 'ici', 'discovery walk', 'co-design')
Sep 14, 2020 02:30 PM City Council Study Session On ICI and 2021 Budget Briefing from ICI experts to city council ('culture', 'ici', 'diversity')
Sep 14, 2020 09:00 AM Intercultural Cities Key Stakeholder Engagement We welcome our team of subject matter experts from around the globe who will dig into Rochester's Index Report, field questions on process and planning for implementation, and connect with you, our key stakeholders. ('ici', 'Diversity Council')
Sep 14, 2020 01:00 AM Olmsted County and the City of Rochester celebrate Welcoming Week ('diversity',)
Sep 12, 2020 01:00 AM 2020 SE MN Together: Welcome Week September 12 - 20 ('regional growth', 'diversity')
Sep 10, 2020 05:30 PM IMAA Presents: "The Pearl gala Virtual Fundraiser" ('imaa', 'diversity', 'immigrant')
Aug 13, 2020 03:00 PM Collider SPARK Series: Natalie Nixon ('commerce', 'diversity', 'workforce', 'Entrepreneurship', 'openbeam', 'collider')
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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
Introduction of Seokmum-Hoheup Breathing Practice (In Person) Apr 12, 2025 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM — Assisi Heights
Homeonwership And Wealth Building Workshop Apr 12, 2025 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM — RAEDI Offices Downtown
DMC 2025 Real Estate Development and Investment Summit Apr 16, 2025 09:30 AM - 03:00 PM — Mayo Civic Center
2025 Community of Wellness: Symposium & Gala Apr 17, 2025 08:00 PM - 05:00 PM — Mayo Civic Center / Rochester, MN
Rochester Area Volunteer Fair Apr 21, 2025 09:30 AM - 01:30 PM — 125 Live
RCTC 2025 Administrative Professionals Conference Apr 23, 2025 08:00 AM - 03:30 PM — RCTC Heinz Center
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
Upcoming events…
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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


Build Wealth Housing Project Proposals

PB Reporting ROCHESTER — 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 March 04, 2025


Link BRT a milestone project for Rochester

DMC Feb 2025 Board Meeting Memo 

City of Rochester Receives $84.92 Million Federal Grant for Transformative Link Bus Rapid Transit Project

LINK Progress Report to City Council 

Rochester eyes TIF to support Transit Village, Public Parking

March 2, 2025 Update per PB Reporting

Last Updated March 02, 2025


Mayo Clinic Study Participation Opportunity

 Breathing Study: Enhancing Brain and Mental Health through Breathing Practice

 

Last Updated February 28, 2025