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Dec 12, 2023 05:30 PM Chaunukah with Chabad of Southern Minnesota ('faith', 'Diversity', 'community')
Dec 12, 2023 03:30 PM Dec 12, 2024: The Year of Respect--Mission:Valuing Others! ('networking', 'key', 'civic engagement') 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!
Dec 12, 2023 11:00 AM PowerShift (TM) Launch with Thomas Thomison ('openbeam',)
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: journieproject@gmail.com. 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.
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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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RPS Family Engagement Reports

Oct 2024 Reports

Reading Literacy Updates

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DMC 2025 Budgets

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Last Updated October 16, 2024



2024 Destination Medical Center Reports

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November 2024 Selma Film and Discussions

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Rochester Community Initiative (RCI)

Students Decoded: The Mental Health Database

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Last Updated October 09, 2024



Rochester Vision 2050

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Vision 2050 AI-Powered Interactive Survey LINK

Mayor Norton Memo to the Public

 

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OpenBeam to support collective impact

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Results Based Accountability

Collective Impact: Spectrum of working together

Tech Support

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Resources for Homeless Students and Families in Rochester

Collaboration of Rochester Public Schools, Olmsted County, and Three Rivers Community Action

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Early Childhood Resource Hub Launch

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West Transit Village

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Last Updated September 30, 2024



Economic Vibrancy & Growth Management

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Last Updated September 30, 2024



DMC Housing Reporting

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A Study of Financial Hardship

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Sustainability and Resiliency Action Plan

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Rochester Public Schools Referendum Nov 2024

RPS Superintendent Video and Presentation Slides

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