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May 06, 2023 01:00 PM Mayo Clinic: Cancer and Culture Conversations ('Culture', 'Diversity', 'Health') Featuring Medical Experts & Personal Stories in collaboration with Pamoja Women and 125 Live
May 04, 2023 07:00 PM Co-Design Facilitator Cohort Graduation ('diversity', 'DMC', 'co-design', 'openbeam') Celebrating the graduation of 2023 cohorts
May 03, 2023 08:00 AM Performance Excellent Network: Ascending Together ('networking', 'Diversity') PEN is excited to announce a powerful lineup of nearly 20 local, regional, and national speakers, each sharing insights, tools, and best practices to improve organizational and community outcomes!
Apr 24, 2023 08:00 AM UMR: Sickle Cell Community Health Fair ('Health/Wellness', 'Health', 'umr') Presentations, Exhibit, Posters & Scavenger Hunt with Prizes
Apr 24, 2023 08:00 AM 2023 E1 Summit & Expo ('Diversity', 'Entrepreneurship') Gain tools, tactics and connections to help you take your startup to the next level from expert entrepreneurs and others from the ecosystem.
Apr 21, 2023 04:00 PM Community of Wellness Life Style Medicine ('Health/Wellness', 'health') Lotus Health Foundation, the non-profit arm of Rochester Clinic, is hosting the 5th annual Community Wellness Symposium Friday, April 21st and Saturday, April 22nd at St. Mary’s University in Rochester. Event theme - LIFESTYLE MEDICINE: Freedom from Chronic Diseases.
Apr 22, 2023 01:00 PM RPL: Coming to the Table Circles | Media Bias ('Diversity',) Join diversity and equity leaders from Olmsted County and the City of Rochester in a healing circle which offers a safe space to explore issues of cultural differences.
Apr 20, 2023 05:00 PM Veterans & Emergency Service Museum/Exhibits ('veterans',) Open House & Ribbon-Cutting, Everyone is invited
Apr 20, 2023 05:00 PM SMIF Sprout Networking Event ('networking', 'smif') Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation's Sprout events are a great way to connect with others and discover the many resources that we have to offer you and your community.
Apr 20, 2023 04:30 PM CMRC April 2023 Meeting ('diversity', 'Diversity Council', 'CMRC', 'openbeam', 'Diversity', 'cmrc') Topics include: City of Rochester/DMC Targeted Business and Workforce Participation Updates; DMC and City Updates
Apr 20, 2023 11:00 AM RAVA monthly meeting Th. April 20; 11am - 12pm ('networking',) ntroductions Leadership Team open position - Co-chair: helps coordinate/lead RAVA meetings MAVA ( Minnesota Alliance for Volunteer Advancement) Update Home - Minnesota Alliance for Volunteer Advancement (mavanetwork.org) Non-profit Spotlight: Jessica Mollison, Catholic Charities; Active Aging Program Administrator; Upcoming Events - Volunteer Fair (see below); Training - United Way volunteer recruitment platform - How do I use it? What are the benefits? presenter: Vangie Castro, United Way of Olmsted County; Sharing - Volunteer Appreciation month, Updates, Q & A
Apr 19, 2023 12:00 PM DMC Sustainability Series ('sustainability', 'dmc') The DMC Sustainability Series is a monthly seminar sponsored by Destination Medical Center and the City of Rochester. The purpose is to introduce sustainability concepts and best practices for everyone to consider. The series is held virtually on the third Wednesday of every month at noon.
Apr 17, 2023 03:30 PM Rochester City Council Study Session: Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Barriers Study ('key', 'Entrepreneurship') Consultant Group: MKC presenting to City Council on DBE study, To understand the current eco-system, challenges, and the barriers of key stakeholders, so that DMC and the City of Rochester can increase participation of Small, Minority/BIPOC, Women and Disadvantaged businesses in its projects.
Apr 16, 2023 10:00 AM ICAM Bone Marrow Registry Drive ('Health',) Thousands of patients with blood cancers could be cured with a blood stem cell donation from a genetically matched donor.
Apr 15, 2023 07:30 PM RMCC: Ramadan Iftar (breaking of fast) Dinner ('Culture', 'faith') Public is welcome to join the April 15 Ramadan dinner hosted by RMCC. Please email to the host by March 10 to reserve your seat. .
Apr 15, 2023 12:15 PM Gateway Science Fair ('education', 'STEM') 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.
Apr 13, 2023 07:00 PM RCTC–PSEO INFORMATION NIGHT ('cte', 'Education', 'openbeam', 'rctc') Minnesota’s Post-Secondary Enrollment Options Program (PSEOP)
Apr 12, 2023 10:00 AM April 12, 2023 Coalition for Rochester Area Housing Alliance (By Invitation) ('RAF', 'Housing', 'housing', 'openbeam') Presentation: Accessory Dwelling Units (Jamie Stopelstad, Yardhomes); City of Rochester ADU Pilot Program (Taryn Edens); RCTC ADU Curriculum (Matt Durand, RCTC); Bigelow Homes ADU Build (Mike Paradise); Upcoming Events/Announcements:
Apr 11, 2023 12:00 PM NPC: April 2023 Quarterly Racial Justice Commitment ('Diversity', 'npc') Committee Updates, Sports Mentorship Academy, LIstos Preschool and Childcare, Indian Cultural Association of MN
Apr 11, 2023 09:00 AM API Day at the Capitol 2023 ('Diversity', 'Asian', 'governance', 'openbeam') Moving Forward
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October 2021 Activities

FORUM  WITH INTERIM SUPERINTENDENT DR. KENT PEKEL- October 21, 6:30 to 8:00:

In the City for Good will be presenting an online forum to give all in the community an opportuniy to hear from Rochester Public Schools Interim Superintendent Kent Pekel. Dr. Pekel will give an overview of his time so far in the district, along with more information on the strategic plan he will be proposing. Interested Rochester residents may submit questions ahead of time or during the meeting to be used in a Q&A time period after his primary presentation. The October 21 forum will be from 6:30 to 8.

 

Steering Committee- Tuesday, October 5, 4:00 p.m.

Topic: In the City for Good Steering Committee

Time: Oct 5, 2021 04:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)

 Join Zoom Meeting

Contact [email protected] for Zoom info. 

 

Housing Team- Monday, October 11 7:00 p.m.

Our next In the City for Good Housing Team meeting will be on October 11 at 7 pm. We will be discussing the proposed Unified Development Code with Ryan Yetzer, Interim Deputy Director, Community Development for the City of Rochester leading the discussion along with others in the Community Development area. We will especially focus on what some of the proposed changes could mean related to Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and the role of ADUs in addressing the concerns around the affordability of workforce and senior housing. This will be an online meeting, with the link to be sent out later this week.

 

Age-Friendly- Oct 12th and 26th 2:30 to 4:00

Meeting Information:

Age-Friendly Olmsted County Planning Group

Tues. Oct 12 and 26

2:30pm - 4pm

 

Contact [email protected] for Zoom info

 

Social Services/Social Justice- Watch for info of upcoming November meeting

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City of Rochester 2026-2027 Budget Planning

Sep 3, 2025 Study Session;  Aug 25, 2025 Study Session; Press Release; 

June 23, 2025 Study Session: 2026 Capital Improvement Plan & Outside Agency Funding 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 September 01, 2025



2024-2025 RPS Data Analysis

2024-25 Fastbridge Data Analysis and Literacy Plan Update

PB reporting on MCA

Last Updated August 30, 2025



RPS 2025 Strategic Planning Updaters

Superintendent Goals

Strategic Planning Updaters

"Rochester Public Schools kicks off rebranding effort to gain an edge in a ‘competitive environment”

Last Updated August 30, 2025



SBDC Training Fall 2025

SBDC Admin Message

More About SBDC

Trainings: How to start a business, Financial Planning, Marketing

Last Updated August 29, 2025



2025 Maxfield Report and 2024 Housing Coalition Investments

2025 Maxfield Report and Reporting

May 2025 Reporting on 2024 Investments:

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

Last Updated August 20, 2025



Democracy Innovation Engagement Study

Aug 18, 2025 City Council Meeting Passed Resolution: Improve civic engagement and recognize the National Civic League's "Better Public Meetings" project as a valuable opportunity for the community to explore a diverse set of ways to connect with residents.  

Last Updated August 19, 2025



Aug 18, 2025 City Council Study Session and Council Meeting Topics

2040 City Action Plan

DMC Plan 5 Year Plan Update

Democracy Innovation 

Last Updated August 18, 2025



PS2 Comprehensive Plan - Five-Year Update

Aug 2025 P2S Public Review

Apr 14, 2025 City Council Study Session: PS2 Comprehensive Plan - Five-Year Update

Last Updated August 18, 2025



Rochester Mayor Communications

Aug 2025 Videos; Apr 2025 Mayor's YouTube Rochester Voices Channel ;  Mar 2025: City of Rochester Mayor Kim Norton to attend the National League of Cities (NLC) 2025 Congressional City Conference in Washington, D.C. from March 8-12, 2025.; City of Rochester Mayor Kim Norton to attend the U.S. Conference of Mayors (USCM) 93rd Winter Meeting in Washington, D.C.

Last Updated August 08, 2025



LINK - Bus Rapid Transit New Budget Increase

DMCC Special Board Meeting July 22, 2025 Approving Budget Increase

City Council July 20, 2025 New Budget Increase: A nearly $73.2 million contract for construction of key elements of Rochester’s Link Bus Rapid Transit project is spurring a call for added transit aid.

2025-08-08 Updated to include PB articles

Last Updated August 08, 2025



2025 Race to Lead Survey

Building Movement 2025 Race to Lead Survey Announcement:

This survey is intended for individuals who currently work for pay at nonprofit organizations based in the U.S. or U.S. territories. Those in unpaid, volunteer or advisory roles will not meet eligibility. 

Last Updated August 06, 2025



2024-25 RPS Positive Behavior Data Review

July 15, 2025 RPS Board Updates

AI Summary of data

PB Editorial

Last Updated August 02, 2025



Graham Park Exhibition Center Groundbreaking

Groundbreaking Construction began Wednesday on a $48.7 million project at Graham Park, Rochester. The centerpiece is an 80,000-square-foot exhibition center with a performance arena seating 1,500 people.

Last Updated August 01, 2025



Rochester Sports and Recreation Complex

July 28, 2025 City Council Study Session 

Sample of community feedbacks on Facebook

Last Updated July 26, 2025



RPS 5 Year Budget Reduction Strategy

RPS Board Presentation July 15, 2025 

AI generated summary of budget reduction strategy 

Last Updated July 16, 2025



Future Development of Graham Park

OLMSTED COUNTY Commissioners to review exhibition center construction contracts

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 July 15, 2025



Mayflower mixed housing project

Mayflower mixed housing project summary 

North side of Second Street Southwest across the street from Ronald McDonald House.

Last Updated July 12, 2025



Life Style Medicine Podcasts

Energy Medicine

Rochester Clinic featured on The Exam Room podcast by Chuck Carroll alongside Rochester's Mayor Kim Norton.

 

Last Updated July 05, 2025



DMC 2015-2025 Review and Next 10 Years

DMC’s next decade will focus on deepening its impact—through infrastructure, entrepreneurship, and community engagement—while continuing to support Rochester’s evolution into a vibrant, health-focused destination.

Last Updated July 01, 2025



Mayo Clinic Platform 2025 Conference

June 3–4 in Minneapolis, PlatforMed 2025 Proceedings

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

Last Updated June 27, 2025