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Nov 13, 2025 08:00 AM Introduction to Restorative Practices - Circle Training ('compassion', 'RPS', 'Education', 'community') Three Rivers Restorative Justice About the Training: A 16 Hour interactive training for aspiring circle keepers.
Nov 12, 2025 12:00 PM Meeting the Moment: Community Led Systems Change ('city', 'rps', 'dmc', 'diversity', 'key', 'community engagement', 'Education') This session centers on translating community priorities into actionable systems change by activating state decision makers, partners, and advocates.
Nov 12, 2025 10:00 AM Rochester Housing Alliance November 2025 ('RAF', 'housing', 'governance', 'openbeam', 'key') Feature Presentation — Navigating Housing Development Challenges: Restoration Glen Speakers from Bear Creek Development & Three Rivers Community Action ✅ Spotlight — Inventory of Affordable & Accessible Rental Housing Presented by The Arc Minnesota Southeast Region
Nov 11, 2025 04:00 PM Introduction to Restorative Practice - Circle Training ('compassion', 'RPS', 'Education', 'community') Three Rivers Restorative Justice About the Training: A 16 Hour interactive training for aspiring circle keepers.
Nov 11, 2025 09:30 AM Nov 2025 RPS Family Engagement ('RPS', 'Education', 'diversity', 'key') Spotlight on Host Site: Overland Elementary Introductions and Welcome (10:00–10:10) • Highlight Topic: RPS Language Access, Interpretation Services, and Culturally Sustaining Family Engagement
Oct 29, 2025 09:00 AM 2025 C2C Annual Education Summit ('C2C', 'education') Join us for an inspiring day of learning and community collaboration at the Cradle 2 Career Annual Education Summit! From Insight to Impact: Shaping the Future of Our Systems.
Oct 28, 2025 09:30 AM Oct 2025 Mayor's International Relations Committee Meeting ('Diversity', 'global', 'governance', 'culture', 'key', 'education') Coordinate the Sister Cities Program; support international affairs in the city; provide a welcoming and supportive climate for international residents
Oct 26, 2025 03:00 PM Isaiah - Yes to Our Future Summit ('interfaith', 'isaiah') Join this public meeting with state, county, and city elected officials about how we protect our civil rights and social safety nets from federal overreach.
Oct 24, 2025 05:30 PM IMAA Pearl Gala Annual Fundraiser 2025 ('imaa', 'diversity') United for Humanity: Building Bridges to Belonging
Oct 24, 2025 06:00 PM Healing in Action: Nutrition and Lifestyle for Breast Cancer Support ('America City for Health', 'Health/Wellness') FREE EVENT: Join us for an empowering session featuring a recorded presentation by oncology dietitian and breast cancer survivor Alison Tierney: Nourish to Thrive – Whole-Person Strategies for Breast Cancer Risk Reduction & Healing. Alison shares her personal journey and practical, evidence-based strategies to support cancer prevention, treatment, and recovery through everyday choices like nutrition, stress management, and movement.
Oct 23, 2025 06:00 PM Stay Cool, Stay Warm: Heat Pumps Demystified ('sustainability',) Learn about energy efficient air source heat pumps, their benefits, and how to choose the best option for your home.
Oct 22, 2025 06:00 PM How to Start a Business - In English ('diversity', 'community engagement', 'Entrepreneurship') Training Topics: Accounting/Budget, Business Financing, Business Plan, Business Start-up/Preplanning, Legal Issues, Managing a Business, Marketing/Sales, Tax Planning Description: How to Start a Business from Scratch - Part 2: In the final classes, you will dive into the practical implementation of your business idea, addressing key aspects such as legal and financial structure, initial marketing strategies, and preparing to launch your venture into the market. Additionally, you will learn to establish basic accounting systems and financial management to ensure operational soundness from the outset.
Oct 21, 2025 05:00 PM MPR News presents Politics Friday LIVE in Rochester ('mpr', 'community engagement', 'governance') Join MPR News politics editor Brian Bakst live in Rochester for an interesting and informative evening of Politics Friday.
Oct 21, 2025 08:30 AM 2025 Entrepreneurs First (E¹) Summit & Expo ('Entrepreneurship',) Rochester, MN — IgniteMN is proud to host the 2025 Entrepreneurs First (E¹) Summit & Expo on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, from 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM at Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota – Rochester Campus. The E¹ Summit is Southeast Minnesota’s premier gathering for entrepreneurs, innovators, and community partners. This free, full-day event offers inspiration, networking, and resources for entrepreneurs at every stage—from idea to scale.
Oct 21, 2025 01:00 PM 2025 Co-design Leadership Training Session 1 Option 2 ('diversity', 'dmc', 'co-design') We will cover how to evaluate co-design processes, share back insights from the mini-design sprint, and building on those insights discuss how to initiate a co-design project.
Oct 21, 2025 05:00 AM City of Rochester Link or Treat ('transit',) The City of Rochester invites community members of all ages to celebrate the season at Link or Treat, a free family-friendly event on Tuesday, October 21, from 5 to 7 p.m.
Oct 16, 2025 06:00 PM SBDC - Foundations of Effective Marketing Part 2 ('diversity', 'health', 'Diversity', 'Entrepreneurship') Marketing Success starts with clarity. Brand Identity.
Oct 14, 2025 02:00 PM Four Types of Intellectual Property and the Benefits of Federal Protection ('Entrepreneurship',) Marilyn Nash will give a presentation regarding the four types of intellectual property and the benefits of federal protection. She will also have resources available.
Oct 10, 2025 08:30 AM Weaving a Wider Community ('diversity', 'Diversity', 'workforce') Seeing and countering racism in our own backyard -- Key note speakers via Zoom: Jenna Grey Eagle, Dr. Ron Ferguson; Rochester Site Guest Speaker: Justin Terell
Oct 09, 2025 06:00 PM SBDC - Foundations of Effective Marketing Part 1 ('diversity', 'health', 'Diversity', 'Entrepreneurship') Marketing Success starts with clarity. Brand Identity.
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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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Chateau Theatre Upkeep

Jan 2026 City Council Study Session

Dec 2025 DMCC Board Meeting

Feb 2025 DMCC Board and  City Council Proceedings

References: AI summary of PB Reporting  

Last Updated January 13, 2026



Public Transit Sustainability

Jan 2026 City Council Study Session

Last Updated January 13, 2026



Community Education Connector Wanted

Connector Description and Application

Last Updated January 13, 2026



Rochester Cultural Center Grand Opening

Announcement

Grand Opening Flyer

Photos

 

Last Updated January 10, 2026



Del Webb Senior Housing

Jan 5, 2025 City Council Meeting: Request for Actions: Adopting a Resolution approving Major Land Subdivision No. CD2025-042PLAT, by Pulte Homes of Minnesota LLC, to subdivide approximately 141 acres into 300 residential lots and six outlots.

AI Summary 

Last Updated January 07, 2026



1Q 2026 Announcements

Jan 5, 2026: Resolution: Reaffirming Rochester’s Support for its Somali Community and Commitment to Inclusion.

2026 Summer Paid Internship Positions: City Clerk, community Development, Communications & Engagement, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Legislative Affairs, Library Communications, Office of the Mayor, Parks & Recreation , Public Music, Rochester Public Utilities Safety, and Transit & Parking.

 

 

Last Updated January 05, 2026



Loom Apartments (Onward)

Dec 2025 DMCC Board Meeting: Request for Extension Authorize an extension of the $4 million GSIA allocation to this project until August 15, 2026.

May 2025 DMCC Board Meeting

Last Updated December 20, 2025



Civic Center North (Sherman)

Dec 2025 DMCC Board Request 

 May 2025 DMCC Board Meeting

Last Updated December 19, 2025



2026 County Property Tax

Press Release: Olmsted County’s 2026 budget was approved by the Olmsted County Board of Commissioners on December 16, 2025.

Olmsted County Truth in Taxation Info

Last Updated December 17, 2025



DMC Home Innovation Lab - Aging in Place

Dec 2025 DMCC Board Meeting: The Home Innovation Lab will combine research, technology, and design to create and evaluate “tech-enabled age-in-place” living environments that improve health, comfort, and independence for older adults.

Apr 2025 DMC Real Estate Summit: Aging in place talk

Last Updated December 15, 2025



Discovery Square Biolbab In Rochester

December 2025 DMCC Board Meeting:

  • Request for Action Memo
  • Business Development Quarterly Review about Biolabs

Last Updated December 14, 2025



10 Year Housing Units

2025 Downtown and All Housing Units

Last Updated December 13, 2025



Riverfront Small Area Plan

Dec 2025 DMCC Board Report

November 2023 DMCC Board:

  • Presentation Slides
  • Video Clips

 

May 19, 2023 Report to DMC

Nov 20 City of Rochester Study Session

Last Updated December 11, 2025



UMR Expansion Plan

2025-12-10 Talent as infrastructure presentation to DMC 

PB ePaper Reporting: 2 new campus buildings are planned to accommodate student growth

AI Summary of PB Reporting

Last Updated December 11, 2025



DMC 2025 5 Year Plan Update

DMC 2025 5 Year Plan Draft Dec 15, 2025 DMC Board Meeting

  • Request for Action; Video Recording; Presentation
  • 2025 5-year plan draft

References: City Council Study Session Materials

Last Updated December 11, 2025



Downtown Historic District Investment

 DMCC Board Meeting Dec 10, 2025

  • Request Memo
  • Video Recording
  • Presentation 

Last Updated December 11, 2025



DMC Equitable Economic Development

Dec 2025 DMCC Board Meeting Report

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 December 10, 2025



Rochester Sports and Recreation Complex

City Council Discussions:

  • Dec 8, 2025 City Council Meeting
  • Oct 6, 2025 City Council Meeting
  • July 28, 2025 City Council Study Session 

PB Summary; Sample of community feedbacks on Facebook

Last Updated December 09, 2025



City of Rochester, MN Mayor's Medal of Honor Recipients

Mayor Norton Honors 2025 Mayor's Medal of Honor Recipients

Mayor Norton Honors 2024 Mayor's Medal of Honor Recipients

Mayor Norton Honors 2023 Mayor's Medal of Honor Recipients; Mayor Norton Honors 2022 Mayor's Medal of Honor Recipients

Last Updated December 06, 2025



Looking Back Equity Alliance Series Topics

Collection of Topics from alliance start to Dec 2025 to offer "a grounded reflection on our collective progress and the work still ahead to strengthen equity across our community."

Last Updated December 06, 2025