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The following are Upcoming and Past Beam-Aware Civic Engagements

 

 

 

 


 

Title Start Date Description Tags
United Way of Olmsted County: Community Involvement Session Mar 07, 2024 02:00 PM Join other BIPOC individuals to learn about ways to get involved in our community! ('Diversity', 'compassion', 'key', 'civic engagement', 'CMRC', 'united way')
Feb 23, 2024: The Year of Respect Feb 2024 Feb 23, 2024 07:15 PM This is a magnificent mission worthy of every effort we can individually and collectively give. 2024 The Year of RESPECT is a community-wide initiative that strives to reshape our attitudes and actions toward each other. Join us in this HEAD and HEART experience, as we take actionable steps to build a kinder community that is a light and example for the world. Let’s do this Together! ('networking', 'key', 'civic engagement')
Council on Asian Pacific Minnesotans: 2024 Holiday Get-Together Feb 02, 2024 01:00 PM You are invited to join the for a holiday get-together! Council on Asian Pacific Minnesotans ('networking', 'civic engagement')
Ukrainian Fundraiser Breakfast Jan 27, 2024 08:00 AM Supported by Rochester Kiwanis Clubs and VFW Post 1215 ('civic engagement',)
Courageous Change Collective Jan 24, 2024 08:00 AM A three day deep dive workshop for folks working to build equitable systems! Join us for an experiential learning opportunity exploring three new tools & frameworks developed by the Community Engagement for Equitable Systems collaborative: ('sustainability', 'civic engagement')
2024: The Year of Respect--Mission: Kick-Off Jan 19, 2024 05:30 PM We have two REMARKABLE guests plus a GREAT evening planned that will both bless and INSPIRE YOU. George Thompson back in the day was not allowed to attend High School with white students. Today George is one of Rochester's most respected citizens. To know George is to love the man...He is an INSPIRATION. Israel Rocha has an equally inspiring story. Within the past two years Israel went from a life long drug addict who was homeless to DRY, marrying his girl friend, uniting their family and 7 year old son PLUS gaining sobriety. His presence exudes valuing people of all kinds. The Rocha's now have an apartment and bless others. Other guests will lift your spirit as we talk about what will happen this year in 2024 Year of RESPECT. ('networking', 'key', 'civic engagement')
Dec 19, 2024: The Year of Respect--Mission:Valuing Others Strategy Meeting Dec 19, 2023 03:30 PM Get acquainted: A wide spectrum of leadership are involved We will introduce the tool "Your Story-My Story" to meet people and observe a fun resource benefiting all. Summarize the introductory meetings ('networking', 'openbeam', 'civic engagement')
Dec 12, 2024: The Year of Respect--Mission:Valuing Others! Dec 12, 2023 03:30 PM You and many other community leaders are invited to join in this effort to begin to bring about positive change in 2024. We need your influence during the next 12 months to transform a negative environment into a community which is Full of Respect, and Who Value Others! ('networking', 'key', 'civic engagement')
C.E.R.T. 2nd Annual Gala Sep 16, 2023 05:00 PM A Night of Soulful Jazz ('public safety', 'Diversity', 'cmrc', 'civic engagement')
United Way: Community Connections Feb 28, 2023 12:00 PM This event is part of United Way’s issue-based series Community Connections previously known as President's Roundtable. Community Connections provides attendees with the opportunity to learn, network, and discuss innovations that are critical to helping our community thrive. ('civic engagement',)
Caring Conversations Sep 29, 2022 06:00 PM ('community', 'civic engagement')
C.E.R.T. 1st Annual Awards Banquet Sep 16, 2022 06:00 PM ('public safety', 'Diversity', 'civic engagement')
Commemoration of Peace Plaza May 18, 2022 01:30 PM ('arts', 'dmc', 'civic engagement')
City Council President Brooke Carlson: Community Talks May 13, 2022 11:30 AM ('networking', 'civic engagement')
Minnesota Alliance for Volunteer Advancement (MAVA) Oct 27, 2021 09:00 AM ('social services', 'civic engagement')
September 2021 Night Market Sep 18, 2021 05:00 PM NIGHT MARKETS ARE A PART OF DAILY LIFE AND ENTERTAINMENT ACROSS ASIA, AND WE’RE BRINGING IT TO ROCHESTER! ('welcoming', 'food', 'Culture', 'civic engagement', 'CMRC')
August 2021 Night Market Aug 21, 2021 05:00 PM ('food', 'Culture', 'CMRC', 'civic engagement')
July 2021 Night Market Jul 17, 2021 05:00 PM ('food', 'Culture', 'CMRC', 'civic engagement')
League of Women Voters: Know Your Local Government: City of Rochester Mar 18, 2021 07:00 PM ('civic equity', 'community engagement', 'governance', 'civic engagement')
League of Women Voters: Know Your Local Government: City of Rochester Mar 18, 2021 07:00 PM ('civic equity', 'community engagement', 'governance', 'civic engagement')
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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
Music Therapy and Cognitive Vitality: The Role of Music in Brain Health Mar 23, 2026 01:00 PM - 02:30 PM — 125 Live
Community Listening Session on Mental Health Clubhouse Mar 25, 2026 12:25 PM - 03:00 PM — Rochester Public Library
Candidate Training Program Session 2 by Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce Mar 28, 2026 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM — Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce [220 Broadway Ave S. Suite 100 Rochester, MN 55904]
Lifestyle Medicine Community of Wellness Symposium & Gala 2026 Apr 09, 2026 - Apr 10, 2026 — Mayo Civic Center, 30 Civic Center Drive SE, Rochester, MN 55904
RAVA 2026 Annual Spring Volunteer Fair Apr 15, 2026 09:30 AM - 12:30 PM
2026 Cambodian New Year Celebration Apr 25, 2026 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM — 4462 29th ST SE | Rochester, MN 55904
Rochester's Sister City - German Trip Jun 12, 2026 - Jun 22, 2026
Upcoming events…
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ADA Public Input

Olmsted County is inviting community members to review and provide feedback on a draft update to its Americans with Disabilities (ADA) Act Transition Plan for public right-of-way.

Last Updated March 20, 2026



Community Ed and Parks & Rec Survey

The survey asks residents about their current participation in recreation programs, how they learn about activities, and what types of programs or opportunities they would like to see offered in the future.

Last Updated March 20, 2026



Chamer of Commerce 2026 Case for Investment

Request for Investment to Olmsted County Board March 3 2026

Video Clip, Presentation Slides, Whitepaper

Last Updated March 18, 2026



Olmsted County Health Focus Topics

1Q 2026 HAPP Meeting Features:

Overdose SPIKE

Mental Health Club House

Last Updated March 17, 2026



DMC Private Investment Status

 Annual Report to DEED Prep 

  • Mar 2026 DMCC Exec Committee Meeting - Video Recording, PB Reporting - Private Investment Status
  • Mar 2025: DMCC Exec Committee Briefing " 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 15, 2026



Rochester Learning Center Mural Night

UMR and ALC Collaboration Research Study Introduction

The Artist Mindset Research Study

 

Last Updated March 14, 2026



City SUPPORTING TRANSFORMATION - BOLD. Forward. Unbound.

City Council Study Session:

Mar 2026 Video Recording, Presentation

Feb 2025 Video Recording Link, Presentation, Collaboration Commitment

Last Updated March 10, 2026



America's City for Heath and Older Adults Needs

Mar 2026: Tech Enabled Aging In Place Talks Postings

Oct 2025 AI Summary of Dave Beal's PB Op Ed: "Include older adults in Rochester's Plans"

Last Updated March 09, 2026



Braver Angels News

Listen to (and learn from) the other side

  • 2026 - Mar 6 Volunteer Opportunities, Feb Citizens Commission on Immigration Outreach
  • 2025, 24 - Mar 2025 Newsletters: End birthright citizenship? Apr 2024 Braver Angels Newsletter: 2024 National Convention; National Debate: Should we be colorblind?

 

Last Updated March 06, 2026



2025-26 RPS Superintendent Goals Check

Feb 3 2026 Midyear Review: 

  • Video Clip
  • Talking Points 

Last Updated March 04, 2026



Development Assistance Agreement Relating to the Citywalk Apartments for Tax Increment Financing

Mar 2, 2026: Rochester Economic Development Authority 

Approving and Authorizing the Execution of Development Assistance Agreement (Citywalk Project)

Last Updated March 03, 2026



Downtown Mobility Network

Mar 2 2025 City Council: Memo, Video, Presentation

Sep 2025 Press Release: City of Rochester Launches “Reimagining Sixth Avenue W” to Reconnect Downtown Mobility Network

Last Updated March 03, 2026



RPS 2030 Strategic Plan Design

Mar 3, 2026 RPS Board Meeting: Background Memo, Video Clip, Presentation 

Last Updated March 03, 2026



Public Office Candidate Trainings

Two sets of candidates training programs: 

1. Ready to Run: Community Partners Training: March 11, March 25, April 1

2. Chamber of Commerce Sponsored Training: March 7, March 28 

Last Updated February 28, 2026



City Council and Mayor-Better Public Hearing Meeting

Feb 9, 2026 Study Session: Report, Video, Presentation

Summarizing interviews, survey responses, scorecard and public forum 

Last Updated February 27, 2026



Hope at Home

Nearly $60,000 has been distributed to help prevent evictions

The Hope at Home Fund, created by Family Promise Rochester

Last Updated February 26, 2026



2026 and 2025 Action Plan Updates

Feb 2026 Action Plan Update

Jan 2025 City of Rochester’s Action Plan, first implemented in 2021, serves as our roadmap for success. It outlines current initiatives aimed at advancing City Council's Strategic Priorities. 

Last Updated February 26, 2026



Downtown Historic District Investment

Feb 23, 2026 City Council Study Session 

DMCC Board Meeting Dec 10, 2025

  • Request Memo
  • Video Recording
  • Presentation 

Last Updated February 26, 2026



Olmsted County Press Release:

We are Water MN Traveling Exhibit Feb 25 thru Apr 20, 2026: A statewide partnership that deepens connections between Minnesotans

and the water we rely on.

Last Updated February 19, 2026



Rochester Area Volunteer Administration

2026: April 15 Volunteer Fair

2023: RAVA October 19 2023 Meeting Notes; RAVA Meeting Notes: 6/15/2023 featuring inclusive language and use of pronouns; 2. 2021 survey announcement 

2021: Survey

Last Updated February 18, 2026