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Jan 14, 2021 07:00 PM Science is All of Us (For Science Museum Supporters) ('diversity', 'Diversity Council', 'anti-racism', 'Diversity', 'Education')
Jan 13, 2021 06:00 PM Navigating the Stress of Distance Learning ('mental health', 'covid')
Jan 13, 2021 10:00 AM Coaltion for Rochester Area Housing Alliance ('RAF', 'Housing', 'housing') Topics include: Housing grants (Titan, Joseph Development, Three Rivers); Homeless shelter; alliance purpose statement
Jan 09, 2021 09:00 AM The Harmful Effects of Pornography ('addiction', 'public safety')
Dec 28, 2020 05:00 PM Virtual Townhall with the Somali Community ('cmrc', 'covid')
Dec 21, 2020 01:00 PM NPC Commitment to Action towards Racial Justice ('diversity', 'cmrc', 'npc')
Dec 17, 2020 09:00 AM The Salvation Army Toy & Joy Event ('community engagement', 'boys & girls')
Dec 17, 2020 07:00 PM Children First Rochester: A community conversation on educating all of our children ('youth', 'Education', 'Civic Equity', 'Diversity')
Dec 13, 2020 02:00 PM Virtual Townhall with the Asian Indian Community ('crmc', 'diversity', 'covid')
Dec 12, 2020 05:00 PM Virtual Townhall with the Cambodian Community ('crmc', 'diversity', 'covid')
Dec 12, 2020 03:00 PM Virtual Townhall with the Arabic Community ('crmc', 'diversity', 'covid')
Dec 12, 2020 01:00 PM Virtual Townhall with the Ethiopian Community ('Diversity', 'Diversity Council', 'covid', 'cmrc')
Dec 10, 2020 06:00 PM Save a Life: Narcan Education & Distribution ('mental health', 'addition', 'CHIP Mental Health Workgroup', 'governance', 'community health', 'Health')
Dec 10, 2020 04:00 PM DMC 2020 Annual Event ('DMC',) THURSDAY AT 4 PM CST – 4:45 PM CST Destination Medical Center's 2020 Annual Program
Dec 10, 2020 07:30 AM December 2020 Health Assessment and Planning Partnership Meeting ('CHNA', 'Health/Wellness', 'Health')
Dec 09, 2020 05:00 PM Virtual Townhall with the Hispanic Community ('Diversity', 'Diversity Council', 'covid', 'cmrc')
Dec 03, 2020 04:30 PM CMRC December Meeting ('diversity', 'cmrc', 'openbeam') Topics include: United Way: Culturally powered communities & 211 (Grace Pesch); Olmsted County Community Health Assessment and Planning (Derrick Fritz); CMRC Townhalls Summary; Professional Development
Dec 02, 2020 11:00 AM OpenBeam Chat about Collaboration Opportunities ('openbeam',) Opportunity for a more systematic (process/IT) framework to execute American City for Health. DMC Strategic Shift in next 5 year implementation
Dec 01, 2020 12:30 PM Collider Inclusion Open Advisory Board Meeting (Dec 2020) ('commerce', 'diversity', 'workforce', 'Entrepreneurship', 'openbeam', 'collider') Updates on Ecosystem Navigator launch, Keep it Local Grant.
Nov 21, 2020 06:00 PM ICAM Presenting Diwali Cultural Program ('Culture', 'Diversity', 'Asian')
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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 InTheCityForGood@gmail.com 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 DBeal@familyservicerochester.org for Zoom info

 

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

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Administration of Rochester's 3.12M award from Minnesota Main Street Economic Revitalization Program

(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 April 04, 2025


NAACP & AD MERG Homeownership & Wealth-Building

Rochester NAACP and AD MERG to Host Homeownership & Wealth-Building Workshop on April 12. This workshop aims to equip community members with the tools and knowledge needed to achieve homeownership and build generational wealth. The workshop will feature a panel discussion, wealth building strategies, educational resources, and Q & A session.

Last Updated April 03, 2025


2025 City of Rochester Infrastructure Construction Projects

April 2, 2025 – ROCHESTER, MINNESOTA – The City of Rochester has numerous construction projects planned for 2025. These projects have many benefits, including maintaining and replacing the City’s infrastructure and improving safety for pedestrians, bicyclists and motorists.

Last Updated April 02, 2025


Persons Experiencing Homelessness

Rochester Police Department: Persons Experiencing Homelessness (PEH) Resource Impact Report

City and County Updates on Unsheltered Homelessness 

Last Updated April 02, 2025


Record Mayo Clinic DMC investment seen as other private development drops

 

Annual Report to DEED Prep 

PB Reporting

" 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 28, 2025


RPS 2025 Strategic Planning Updaters

2025 Strategic Planning Updaters

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

Last Updated March 27, 2025


Planning 2 Succeed: Rochester 2040 Comprehensive Plan Updates

City Council Study Session regarding strategic planning for the city

DMC Updates 

Last Updated March 27, 2025


SBDC Rochester, Spring 2025

SBDC Apr 2025 Business Workshops 

SBDC Day and workshop opportunities: "If you have an upcoming business event or celebration, please let us know! We would love to stop by for a RIBBON CUTIING for any of your business." milestones:

 

Last Updated March 26, 2025


Collider Mar 2025 News

Collider Cup

Collider Incubator

 

Last Updated March 23, 2025


Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Funding Opportunity

Strengthen collaborations to reduce and prevent substance use in communities. Drug-Free Communities Support Program: NEW (Year 1)

Last Updated March 21, 2025


Minority Business Academy

The MBA is an 8-week business and professional development program designed to equip minority entrepreneurs/individuals with the skills, resources, and connections they need to grow and succeed (offering business and professional development education).

Last Updated March 21, 2025


Olmsted County HRA Approval

Red Hawk Updates

Woodcrest: Olmsted County’s Housing and Redevelopment Authority board approved an up to $1.72 million loan to support the creation of eight new for-sale homes priced under $350,000 in southeast Rochester. 

Last Updated March 17, 2025


ISAIAH: Rochester Faith in MN Calendar and Strategic Missions

Mar 2025 News and Call for Actions

Feb 2025 News and Call for Actions

Jan 2025 Rochester Faith in MN Calendar and Strategic Missions

 

Last Updated March 14, 2025


Rotary Club Presidential Peace Conference

Update from a trip to Istanbul on behalf of Rotary Club as their annual Presidential Peace Conference in mid-Feb. Key topics included: 1) reducing polarization, 2) the role of technology and media in peacebuilding, and 3) the intersection of environmental issues with peace efforts that last.

 

Last Updated March 14, 2025


311 Service

March 11, 2025 – ROCHESTER, MINN. – The City of Rochester is excited to celebrate National 311 Day by highlighting its 311 service. Launched in October 2024, 311 is designed to make it easier for residents, businesses and visitors to connect with City services and access information.

Last Updated March 11, 2025


2025 Call for Proposals Proposal Deadline: March 18, 2025 (3 p.m. ET)

RWJF is launching the Local Data for Equitable Communities grant program that supports collecting, analyzing, and using data to catalyze action on timely issues within communities.

Last Updated March 09, 2025


Rochester International Relations Committee

1. 2025 Sister City Trips: Japan, Germany

2. Rochester Sister City Application (Roles and Responsibilities)

3. Sister Cities Relationship Logs

4. IRC Meeting Logs

Last Updated March 06, 2025


Build Wealth Housing Project Proposals

PB Reporting ROCHESTER — A pair of housing developments is seeking to help first-generation homebuyers start building wealth, rather than continuing a cycle tied to paying monthly rent.

Last Updated March 04, 2025


Link BRT a milestone project for Rochester

DMC Feb 2025 Board Meeting Memo 

City of Rochester Receives $84.92 Million Federal Grant for Transformative Link Bus Rapid Transit Project

LINK Progress Report to City Council 

Rochester eyes TIF to support Transit Village, Public Parking

March 2, 2025 Update per PB Reporting

Last Updated March 02, 2025


Mayo Clinic Study Participation Opportunity

 Breathing Study: Enhancing Brain and Mental Health through Breathing Practice

 

Last Updated February 28, 2025