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Dec 11, 2023 12:00 PM Mayo Clinic DEI: Pathway Programs Part II ('Diversity',)
Dec 09, 2023 11:30 AM Journie: Graduation Class of Fall 2023 ('youth', 'Education', 'diversity', 'key') We have reached a milestone in our journey 🎓 RSVP to join us: [email protected]. Our youth who suffer trauma in various ways have successfully completed the 8 Steps to Promotion Workshop. The workshop is an 8 week program that focuses on life skills. Despite the challenges they continue to face at home and in society they continued dedicating their time to personal growth. Because of that, we want to acknowledge their hard work and efforts by giving them memorable experiences outside of their local neighborhoods to expand their creative conscience. An investment in our youth is an investment in our future. Help us celebrate our local future leaders. Support our graduate field trip by donating to our GiveMN fundraiser link in our bio. This program is made possible by our amazing sponsors at @uwolmsted @125livemn
Dec 07, 2023 06:00 PM Olmsted County: Truth in Taxation Meeting ('governance',) Property owners wanting to learn more about county budget information are invited to attend a public hearing, the Truth in Taxation meeting, at the Olmsted County Government Center Board Room on December 7, 2023, at 6 p.m.
Dec 01, 2023 03:00 PM Mayo Clinic Walleye Tank Life Science Pitch Competition ('America City for Health', 'STEM', 'Entrepreneurship') Join us December 1st from 3:00pm - 5:00pm in Rochester, MN to celebrate life science innovators and entrepreneurs! Click here to register to attend Walleye Tank, Ice Fishing Edition 2023
Nov 22, 2023 12:00 PM Business Practices – a key lever to drive equity in the workplace and community ('DMC', 'Diversity', 'CMRC', 'key') Garfield Bowen Vice President of Social & Environmental Justice, 3M
Nov 20, 2023 03:00 PM DEED Informational Session for the Minnesota Expanding Opportunity Fund Program Nov 20, () The Minnesota Expanding Opportunity Fund Program is a new state-funded program providing low-interest loans to nonprofit corporations. Lenders can receive up to $600,000 at one time to provide loans to the small businesses they serve. Applicants must be CDFIs that are currently enrolled and active in one or more federally-funded state programs
Nov 18, 2023 08:30 AM Immigrant Entrepreneurs Summit - The 16th Annual National IES ('Entrepreneurship',) The Summit helps drive success for immigrant-owned businesses. Join our educational workshops to make connections and learn ways to accelerate your business. Minorities and those new to business are encouraged to attend.
Nov 17, 2023 09:30 AM November 17, 2023 DMCC Board Meeting ('EDA', 'key', 'Entrepreneurship') Five year DMC Plan Heads Up, Shared Lab Spaces, Riverfront Small Area Plan 2.0, UMR developing human potential for healthcare industry, Bioech Hub, West Transit
Nov 16, 2023 06:00 PM SBDC: How Do I Start a Business - Session 6 ('cmrc', 'Entrepreneurship') How do I get started?
Nov 15, 2023 08:00 AM Collider: Overcoming Self Doubt to Build your Dream Business ('community',) Collider! Wednesday November 15th will be a full day of activities at Collider. Join us to kick off the day with a panel discussion, "Overcoming Self Doubt to Build your Dream Business." This conversation, featuring 3 female entrepreneurs and leaders in the community, will tackle some very important issues in learning how to break through your own self-limiting beliefs to pursue your passions. We hope you can join us at 8:30AM for this important discussion.
Nov 14, 2023 10:00 AM RPS November 2023 Family Engagement Meeting at Franklin and MAF Elementary School ('RPS', 'education', 'diversity', 'community') Thank you to Principal Sam Pearson for welcoming us, to staff and families at Franklin for hosting our meeting, and special thanks to Jennine Staven (Franklin Family Engagement Liaison) and Intisar Khan (Franklin Community Schools Site Facilitator), who presented on Franklin Family Engagement & Community Schools Highlights.
Nov 11, 2023 04:30 PM ICAM: DIWALI CULTURAL EVENT ('Diversity', 'Culture', 'openbeam', 'key', 'CMRC') Indian Cultural Association of Minnesota (ICAM), with the support of the Hindu Samaj Temple, will be organizing in person Diwali cultural event this year. This vibrant affair combines Music, Dance, and other attractions that have come to be intrinsically associated with Diwali.
Nov 11, 2023 08:00 AM Veteran Day Free Breakfast and Program ('veterans',) Breakfast, courtesy of Powers Ventures, will be served from 8:30 to 10 a.m., followed by a program from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Speakers include State Senator Carla Nelson, Army veteran Chad Stowers as the emcee, and the talented singer Brad Boice. o Attend the 2023 Veterans Day Jamboree on November 10-11, 2023, at the Tradition Veterans Complex in Hastings Minnesota. There will be food trucks, a beer garden, bonfire, interactive games for kids, live music, a raffle, online auction, special appearances and much more. This will be a fantastic event for family and friends. It is outside, so please dress appropriately! 􀁸 Volunteer for veterans: Many organizations welcome volunteers such as veterans' hospitals, VA clinics, and
Nov 09, 2023 06:00 PM SBDC: How Do I Start a Business - Session 5 ('cmrc', 'Entrepreneurship') How will people know my business?
Nov 09, 2023 12:30 PM Olmsted County Adult Mental Health Local Advisory Council Info Sharing ('mental health', 'Health') Do you live with a mental illness or have a family member who does? Share your experience and knowledge by joining the Olmsted County Adult Mental Health Local Advisory Council! An informational meeting is being held Thursday, November 9, 2023, from 12:30 to 2 pm. at Family Service Rochester (4600 18th Ave NW, Rochester).
Nov 08, 2023 11:30 AM UMR State of the Campus 2023 ('Education', 'UMR')
Nov 08, 2023 10:00 AM November 8, 2023 Coalition for Rochester Area Housing Alliance (By Invitation) ('RAF', 'Housing', 'openbeam', 'key', 'housing') Barriers to both rental and homeownership along with a great discussion.
Nov 04, 2023 05:00 PM Rochester Branch of the NAACP, 2023 Freedom Fund Banquet - Thriving Together ('diversity', 'NAACP', 'openbeam') Uniting community, leaders, activists, and experts of all ages to build a brighter future for all of us.
Nov 03, 2023 12:00 PM CMRC Special Meeting: BUILD Up Trust ('mental health', 'Diversity', 'health', 'openbeam', 'key', 'CMRC') Open meeting to gauge interests in coordinating NIH Build Up Trust Grant or future similar opportunities.
Nov 02, 2023 06:00 PM SBDC: How Do I Start a Business - Session 4 ('cmrc', 'Entrepreneurship') Managing your money
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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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2026 City of Rochester: 2020 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Updates

Aug 10, 2026 City Council Study Session 

Last Updated August 09, 2026



CHATEAU THEATRE OPERATING ANALYSIS UPDATE

Aug 10, 2026 City Council Study Session  Council to review planning-level capital investment needs identified through both the City’s facility assessment and the Legends Global operating analysis.

Last Updated August 09, 2026



Air Quality News

Aug 2026: Rochester Air Quality Alliance Marks Mid-Year Progress on Community Air Quality Initiatives

Sep 2025: The City of Rochester is offering another set of workshops to help residents improve indoor air quality, reduce utility costs, and enhance housing safety.

Last Updated August 07, 2026



Community Health Improvement Plan Priorities and Updates

2027 - 2029 Health Planning Improvement Priorities

2026 CHNA Newsletters: Jul 2026Jan 2026, 

2025 Newsletters: Admin Message, Oct 2025 Newsletter 

Ref: PB Report

Last Updated July 23, 2026



Housing as an Element of America's City for Health

Jul 2026: PB reporting -- Downtown population and housing boom

Sep 2025: DMC Housing Presentation at Rochester Housing Alliance September, 2025 Meeting 

  • Video Recording
  • Presentation Slides

Last Updated July 21, 2026



America's City for Heath and Older Adults Needs

Jul 2026: AARP Tech and Agining 

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 July 20, 2026



Lifestyle Wellness

Jul 2026: Brain Health Series Workshops

Apr 2026: Rochester Mayor Proclamation 

March 2020: Rochester Mayor Proclamation  

Lotus Health Foundation Workshops 

Last Updated July 17, 2026



Sports Complex Phase 2 - Indoor Facilities

Jul 13, 2026: City Council Study Session - Funding Options for Indoor Phase 2 

Apr 27, 2026 City Council Study Session Community Engagement Rochester Regional Sports Center, Stadium & Sports Fields

Last Updated July 14, 2026



RPS Long Term Technology Plan

July 7, 2026 RPS Board Meeting: The Long Range Technology Plan (LRTP) serves as a comprehensive roadmap, defining the strategic direction for technology deployment and technical support within the district over the next three to five years.

Last Updated July 10, 2026



America's City for Health (ACH)

Jul 2026 PB Op Ed on America's City for Health and Wellness 

May 2026: DMC University Trademark Handling -The DMCC holds several DMC-related trademarks, including “Destination Medical Center,” “Discovery Square,” and “America’s City for Health.” 

References: Reimagine what can be done to fulfill the vision of ACH -- info LINKS

Last Updated July 09, 2026



Silver Lake Stadium Concept

The Rochester City Council has unanimously approved a six-month exclusive negotiation agreement with Madison-based Landmark Development to explore a potential sports-focused redevelopment of the Silver Lake Power Plant site.

Last Updated July 08, 2026



Mayo Clinic Bold. Forward. Unbound.Grainger Linear Park

Jul 6, 2026 City Council Lourdes Grainger Linear Park The project involves the construction of a 30-foot linear park

Last Updated July 07, 2026



Peace Plaza paver adjustment plan

Jul 6, 2026 City Council Meeting Paver Improvement

2025: City Council Study Session PB Reporting; DMCC Board Meeting Proceedings; Public Media Reporting: Post Bulleting, Star Tribune

 

Last Updated July 07, 2026



Sherman Mixed Housing Mayo Civic Center Parking Lot

July 6, 2026: City Council Meeting - Extension of agreement

May 2026 DMCC Board Meeting: Status Update

June 3, 2024 City Council Meeting 

Council action is requested to continue development negotiations with Sherman Associates and conditionally approve development assistance of up to $13,000,000 in Tax Increment Financing (TIF) assistance and up to $3,000,000 in DMC General State Infrastructure Aid.  

Last Updated July 06, 2026



Rochester Transit Contract Award

Jul 6, 2026 City Council Meeting: Action Requested: Adopting a Resolution awarding a contract and facilities lease with Via Transit Twin Cities LLC for operating Rochester's public transportation system.

Last Updated July 06, 2026



Co-design Information

Jun 20, 2026 Co-Design as Civic Infrastructure Video Recording and Presentation

Co-Design as Structural Accountability White Paper

 

Last Updated July 02, 2026



City of Rochester Housing Enablement

Jun, 2026 Planning commission supports planned infill project

Apr, 2026 The City of Rochester is now accepting proposals for the sale and redevelopment of two City-owned residential parcels located in the Durand Subdivision and Hilmer’s High View Acres.

Reference: AI Analysis of Infill Strategy

Last Updated June 27, 2026



Rochester International Relations Committee

2026 NewsSpring, Winter Newsletters; Apr 2026 Siheung, Korean Newsletter;  Sister City Visits Germany Visit

2025 News: Sister City Trips: Japan; Rochester Sister City Application (Roles and Responsibilities)

General Info: Sister Cities Relationship Logs; IRC Meeting Logs

Last Updated June 22, 2026



Curriculum Development

Jun 2026: Social Studies Curriculum Three Shifts in the New Standards

Ethnic Studies Strand, Disciplinary Literacy Practices. Centering Student Inquiry

Last Updated June 18, 2026



Housing Program DevCo Rochester

Adopting a Resolution adopting the Housing Program, the issuance of Conduit Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds and the execution of related documents relating to the DevCo Rochester Apartments Project.

Last Updated June 14, 2026