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3Q 2018 Health Assessment and Planning Partnership meetings Sep 13, 2018 09:00 AM Aug 24, 2018 09:49 PM
2Q 2018 Health Assessment and Planning Partnership meetings Jun 14, 2018 09:00 AM May 11, 2018 09:32 AM
Diversity Council Human Library at RCTC Student Success Day Jan 25, 2018 12:00 PM Oct 06, 2020 09:18 PM This will be an opportunity to sit with students and faculty as part of the RCTC Student Success Day.
Diversity Council Human Library on UN Enable Day Dec 04, 2017 03:00 PM Oct 06, 2020 05:51 PM
RPS Superintendent's Listening Post Jan 29, 2019 07:00 PM Jan 04, 2019 05:14 PM
Planning 2 Succeed: Rochester’s Comprehensive Plan Update Nov 29, 2017 07:30 PM Nov 19, 2017 05:16 PM
DMC 2024 Real Estate Developer and Investment Summit Apr 24, 2024 02:00 PM May 10, 2024 10:23 AM Welcome to the 2024 Real Estate Developer and Investment Summit presented by Destination Medical Center and ULI Minnesota! Join us on Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at the Mayo Civic Center for an exciting day of networking and learning about the scale and scope of opportunities in Rochester, MN. At this event, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with real estate developers and investment professionals from around the region. Whether you’re an experienced investor or just starting out, this summit is designed to provide valuable insights and opportunities specific to the Rochester, MN market.
Silver Lake Forum May 21, 2024 10:30 AM May 16, 2024 12:56 PM Friends of Silver Lake has scheduled a forum to discuss the proposal to replace the existing Silver Lake Dam with a new structure to allow fish and wildlife passage, along with creating additional recreational opportunities.
Fasting Mimicking Diet At Rochester Clinic And Virtual Feb 15, 2024 12:00 PM Feb 15, 2024 11:09 AM Rochester Clinic will be the first provider in Minnesota to roll out this cutting-edge program as part of the lifestyle medicine practice.
Journey of Building Relationships through Mutual Respect and Understanding Nov 18, 2018 02:30 PM Nov 02, 2018 09:30 PM
December CNG Meeting: A Conversation with new Rochester City Administrator plus Village Updates Dec 19, 2017 10:00 AM Dec 14, 2017 06:55 AM
ICR and Nonprofit Shared Space Conversation Jul 10, 2023 03:00 PM Feb 06, 2024 09:17 AM
March 6, 2024: RAEDI Annual Meeting Mar 06, 2024 01:00 PM Feb 24, 2024 12:19 PM Join the RAEDI as we celebrate and thank our investors and board members and highlight our 2023 accomplishments at our annual meeting and luncheon on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, from 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., at the Rochester International Event Center.
2024 Mayor's State of the City Jan 10, 2024 08:30 AM Jan 11, 2024 09:20 AM
March, 2024 Coalition for Rochester Area Housing Alliance (2023 Housing Coalition Accomplishments Review) Mar 13, 2024 11:30 AM Aug 02, 2024 11:44 AM Topics: Building Affordably: Technology Park Case Study; 2023 Housing Coalition Accomplishments Review; Upcoming Events/Announcements:
April 10, 2024 Coalition for Rochester Area Housing Alliance: "Rural Trends 2024: Housing Supply and Demand" Apr 10, 2024 11:30 AM Aug 02, 2024 11:43 AM "Rural Trends 2024: Housing Supply and Demand" (Ben Winchester from the U of M Extension office) "Economic Vitality Funding Update" (Taryn Edens, City of Rochester)
Rochester Area Foundation Coffee & Conversation March 6 2024 Mar 06, 2024 10:00 AM Mar 01, 2024 10:35 AM Join us to hear from leaders with Zumbro Valley Health Center, Nexus Family Healing and the Southeast Regional Crisis Center, NAMI - Southeast MN, Olmsted County Community Outreach, and the Coy Family.
June, 2024 Coalition for Rochester Area Housing Alliance Jun 12, 2024 11:30 AM Jun 14, 2024 01:04 PM Topics: Opportunities the IRA has for home remodeling & building; City of Rochester goals, priorities, and Energy Efficiency Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) funding initiatives; Local Case Study: John Hardy’s House
Sep, 2024 Coalition for Rochester Area Housing Alliance: Sep 11, 2024 11:30 AM Oct 03, 2024 10:06 AM We have lots of interesting housing info for you at our next meeting! Overview of the Founders’ Pointe Project in Sheboygan, WI; Matt Durand will update us on the modular homes he is building in Claremont; Mark Engel will share an update on the many Olmsted County Housing Projects in the works
August, 2024 Coalition for Rochester Area Housing Alliance: Mayo Bold, Century Village, Housing Stats Aug 14, 2024 11:30 AM Sep 05, 2024 09:52 AM Developer and builders, Bob and Drew Fleming, regarding their new townhome project, Century Village A Mayo Clinic presentation, "Mayo Clinic’s Bold. Forward. Unbound. in Rochester initiative – an overview," by Ilaya Rome Hopkins
May 2024 Coalition for Rochester Area Housing Alliance (1st Generation Down Payment Assistance Program ) May 08, 2024 11:30 AM Aug 02, 2024 11:42 AM Presentation & Discussion: 1st Generation Down Payment Assistance Program
Nov 2024 Coalition for Rochester Area Housing Alliance Nov 13, 2024 11:30 AM Jan 03, 2025 11:40 AM The non-profit housing provider Aeon, and their proposed local project at Mayo's West Transit Village.
October, 2024 Coalition for Rochester Area Housing Alliance: Real Estate Stats Oct 09, 2024 11:30 AM Oct 19, 2024 10:09 AM Quarterly Real Estate Updates; West 90 Partners; Upcoming Events/Announcements
A Roof Over Our Heads - Who Is Left Out In The Cold? Feb 21, 2024 08:30 PM Feb 05, 2024 09:34 AM People experiencing homelessness is a harsh reality across the country, including for many in the Rochester area. How are our community and local governments responding to the need for temporary shelter, no-income or low- income housing, and affordable homes?
United Way President's Roundtable May 24, 2022 09:30 AM May 26, 2022 12:15 PM
ISAIAH HOUSING LOBBY DAY Feb 22, 2024 04:30 PM Feb 05, 2024 09:27 AM Affordable Healthy Homes Lobby Day (Housing, Climate)
AAPI Economic Development Summit, Part II Feb 16, 2024 01:00 PM Feb 15, 2024 11:38 AM Join us for our 2nd Blue LineExtension Summit. We will explore and discuss the opportunities for business and cultural developments along the Blue Line, in order to meet the needs of our growing communities.
C4G: Age-Friendly Community Action Group Feb 26, 2020 08:00 PM Feb 01, 2020 01:08 PM
C4G: Steering Committee Nov 05, 2019 05:00 PM Oct 31, 2019 08:21 PM
C4G: Age-Friendly Community Action Group Jan 22, 2020 08:00 PM Jan 06, 2020 08:05 PM
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Celebrate Independence Day at Rochester’s 4th Fest 2025 Jul 04, 2025 05:00 PM - 10:00 PM
ICAM: Utsav 2025 (Festival of Colors) Jul 19, 2025 04:30 PM - 08:30 PM — Peace Plaza, Downtown, Rochester, MN
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Mayo Clinic Platform 2025 Conference

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Featuring: leaders from Google, Thrive Global, Mount Sinai, Nvidia, and the Gates Foundation. 

Last Updated June 27, 2025



MN 2025 Joint Disparity Study — External Stakeholder Group Meeting

Copilot Analysis and Summary of City of Rochester Procurement Profile Summary

Copilot Analysis and Summary of Hennepin County Procurement Profile Summary

Comparison between Hennepin County and Rochester 

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Minnesota Council of Nonprofits (MCN)

Spring 2025 Nonprofit News

Financial Planning; Federal Funding Importance; Nonprofit Services; etc

Last Updated June 25, 2025



City of Rochester 2026-2027 Budget Planning

2026 Budget Update

May 27, 2025 City Council Study Session ; Apr 28, 2025 City Council Study Session Materials

Press Release: The City of Rochester is beginning its 2026-2027 budget process and invites residents to learn more about the factors shaping the City’s financial outlook.

Last Updated June 23, 2025



2025-2026 RPS Budget

RPS Budget Cut 

The Rochester School Board has officially approved a $445 million budget for the 2025–26 school year, setting the stage for a year of stability and strategic investment in local education.

 

Last Updated June 22, 2025



Rochester International Relations Committee

1H 2025 Meeting Materials

Last Updated June 21, 2025



NAACP, Rochester Chapter

Juneteenth 2025 Celebration Report 

Rochester NAACP Statement on Racist Hate Incident Targeting Black Child in Public Park

Last Updated June 20, 2025



Multicultural Center Concept Enablement

One Page Summary of Concept - Fact Sheet

Detailed Project Description

Last Updated June 17, 2025



Financial Aid Support Sessions

2025 Summer Financial Aid Sessions  

Locations: RCTC, Rochester Public Library

Information for CBO hosting Financial Aid Sessions

Last Updated June 14, 2025



Future Development of Graham Park

PB Editorial - Need to include Seneca Site and County/City planning together

PB Reporting on background of the project including engaging local governments 

 

Last Updated June 14, 2025



State Funding Supports Silver Lake Skate Park and Traffic Calming Grants

June 10, 2025 – ROCHESTER, MINN. – The City of Rochester is grateful for state funding and legislative actions this session that will help enhance public spaces and improve quality of life for residents.

Last Updated June 11, 2025



May 2025 DMCC Board Meeting Reports (10-Year Milestone)

May 2025 DMCC Board Meeting Report

10-Year DMC Looking Back

 

Last Updated May 29, 2025



Discovery Square Shared Lab Infastructure

Biolabs as shared space partner

A shared lab space for a community of like-minded entrepreneurs associated with one or more academic research partners

Last Updated May 28, 2025



Three Housing Projects with DMC Assistance

DMCC Board Meeting Approval May 2025: Civic Center North (Sherman), Looms, West Transit Village 

Last Updated May 28, 2025



DMC Equitable Economic Development

May 2025 DMC Board Meeting Report

Feb 2025 DMC Board Meeting Report: Community Co-design, Equity Alliance Topics, Community Connection & Capacity Building, Pitch Event, Targeted Business Metrics, Affordable Housing

Last Updated May 24, 2025



Minnesota Main Street Economic Revitalization Program

May 2025 DMC Board Meeting Report

(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 May 24, 2025



West Transit Village DMC Board Meeting

May 2025 DMCC Board Meeting Report

Feb 2025 DMCC Board Meeting Memo

PB reporting re Jan 6 City Council Meeting

"A final plan for dividing a 14.1-acre Mayo Clinic parking lot into developable sections is expected to be reviewed Monday by the Rochester City Council. The site, being dubbed “West Transit Village,” sits between Second Street Southwest and Cascade Lake. It is currently used as a Mayo Clinic employee shuttle lot, and Mayo Clinic plans to construct a 2,500-stall parking structure."

Last Updated May 24, 2025



Rochester Public Library - Master Plan Study

Community Survey Request 2025-05-19

Rochester City Council Study Session 4/1/42025

Post Bulletin Reporting

 

Last Updated May 19, 2025



Downtown Waterfront Southeast: 6th Street Bridge

May 2025 City Council Updates

May 2024 Online Survey for Community Inputs and Asian Community Inputs Outreach

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2024 Housing Coalition Investments

2024 Investments:

$8,491,000 supporting 11 projects totaling over $77M

Last Updated May 17, 2025