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Key DEI Events

 

This is a collection of what is deemed to be events having impacts on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.  

 

See the Diversity Beam for notable DEI projects. 

 

Start Date Title Description Tags
Jan 24, 2018 09:30 AM What You Need to Know for the 2020 Census: Organizing for a Complete Count Is your city already planning for the 2020 Census? Make sure you're ready for the Dec. 15 Local Update of Census Addresses deadline. ('diversity', 'CNG', 'community engagement')
Dec 04, 2017 01:00 PM Diversity Council Human Library on UN Enable Day ('diversity', 'Diversity Council', 'compassion', 'Civic Equity', 'human library')
Nov 16, 2017 08:00 AM Midwest Trauma-Informed Schools Conference ('diversity', 'community health', 'youth', 'Health/Wellness', 'Civic Equity', 'poverty', 'education')
Oct 27, 2017 07:00 AM Mayo Clinic Equity and Inclusion in Healthcare Conference 2017 ('Health/Wellness', 'diversity', 'education')
Oct 22, 2017 02:00 PM Journey of Peace VIII: Weaving Compassion ('compassion', 'faith', 'diversity')
Oct 19, 2017 05:30 PM Toward a More Perfect Union: Asian Pacific Minnestans Leadership Award Dinner ('Culture', 'diversity')
Oct 02, 2017 06:00 PM Community feedback session for racial/ethnic data collection and reporting ('education', 'diversity')
Aug 21, 2017 06:00 PM RPS Board's Community Focus Team Meeting ('diversity', 'education', 'community engagement', 'Diversity Council')
Aug 16, 2017 05:00 PM Council on Asian Pacific Minnesotans: Shaping our Shared future -- A Community Forum ('diversity', 'community engagement', 'listening')
Nov 22, 2016 06:00 PM Kim Norton's "Oasis of Peace" Meeting Please stop by the Rochester Public Library Auditorium tonight between 7:30 and 9:00 with ideas and creative thoughts to help assure Rochester is an oasis of peace and safety for everyone living in, working in or visiting our community! ('diversity', 'community')
Nov 03, 2016 06:30 PM Third Judicial District Report on April 2016: Conversation with the Black Community The Third Judicial District Equal Justice Committee (EJC) held this Community Listening Session in collaboration with the Diversity Council of Rochester. The purpose of the session was to listen to the perspective of local underrepresented populations in order to learn what they believe the court can do better with respect to understanding their experiences. ('diversity', 'Diversity Council', 'community', 'listening', 'community 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
BLACK EXCELLENCE EXPO Feb 22, 2025 12:00 PM - 04:00 PM — Discovery Square 2
Cradle to Career Plan Review Due Feb 25, 2025 05:00 PM
A View of Black History Feb 26, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM — 125 Elton Hills Dr NW, Rochester, MN, United States, Minnesota 55901
The Sound of Gospel Music Feb 28, 2025 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM — Mayo Civic Center
Common Cause: Community Townhall (A Private Event) Mar 01, 2025 11:30 AM - 01:00 PM — Zumbro Lutheran Church
TaikoArts Midwest Mar 08, 2025 07:00 PM - 08:30 PM — Historic Chateau Theatre
RPS March 2025 Family Engagement Meeting: Respectful Conversations Workshop Mar 11, 2025 09:00 AM - 11:30 AM — Northrop Community Education Center
United Way of Olmsted County Centennial Gala Mar 15, 2025 06:00 PM - 08:30 PM — J. Powers at the Hilton in Downtown Rochester
DMC 2025 Real Estate Development and Investment Summit Apr 16, 2025 09:30 AM - 03:00 PM — Mayo Civic Center
The Minnesota Juneteenth Experience Jun 07, 2025 12:00 PM - 06:00 PM — Mayo Civic Center
Upcoming events…
Community News

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Chateau Theatre Upkeep

Feb 3, 2025 City Council Proceedings

PB Reporting

Last Updated February 16, 2025


Housing Stats 5 Year Summary 2020 - 2025

5 Year Housing Demand vs Supply (Production)

Rochester, Olmsted County, and Township Production 

Avg Demand vs Avg Production Shortfall

Last Updated February 15, 2025


Minnesota Selected for National Cohort Around Dual Enrollment Policy

Saint Paul, MN – Minnesota is one of seven states selected to join The Next Phase of Dual Enrollment Policy Cohort, a new initiative from the College in High School Alliance (CHSA) that seeks to advance dual enrollment policies across the nation. The cohort also includes New Mexico, Ohio, Oregon, Tennessee, Virginia, and Washington.

Last Updated February 14, 2025


Journie 2025 Activities

Journie Juneteenth Recognition: 2025 Mr. & Miss Juneteenth Scholarship Recognition Application and Sponsorship Opportunities

The Juneteenth Experience Event at Mayo Civic 

 

Last Updated February 13, 2025


Peace Plaza paver adjustment plan

City Council Study Session PB Reporting

DMCC Board Meeting Proceedings  

Public Media Reporting: Post Bulleting, Star Tribune

 

Last Updated February 12, 2025


City SUPPORTING TRANSFORMATION - BOLD Unbound

City Council Study Session:

Video Recording Link

Presentation

Collaboration Commitment

Last Updated February 11, 2025


Vision 2050 Report and Next Steps

Press Release

Results Report

City Council Study Session

Last Updated February 11, 2025


Prenatal to Age 3 Network Strategy Refinement

Seeking feedback to refine network's chosen strategy.:

1. Collaborative Care Models: Expand access to doulas and peer supports 2. Community-Based Outreach: Strengthen community-based support groups and networks 3. Culturally Competent Care: Create trauma informed care protocols 4. Transportation Assistance: Leverage existing community transportation systems

Last Updated February 09, 2025


Accountability and Metrics

DMCC Feb 2025 Meeting Accountability and Metrics engagement:

Presentation, Memo and Video Recording

Last Updated February 08, 2025


DMC Equitable Economic Development

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 February 07, 2025


DMC Feb 2025 Key Topics

Feb 2025 DMC Board Meeting Key Topics:

Annual Report; Metrics and Accountability; 2nd Street SW Public Realm Enhancement; Public/Private Collaboration to advance City for Health brand; Video Recording

Last Updated February 06, 2025


City Council Approval of Seneca Site for Sports Complex

Authorizing finalization of negotiations with Seneca Foods Corporation to purchase the approximately 160 acres of property in the amount of $5,000,000 for the Rochester Sports and Recreation Complex, to be finalized by survey of the property.

PB Reporting

Last Updated February 04, 2025


ISAIAH: Rochester Faith in MN Calendar and Strategic Missions

Jan 2025 Rochester Faith in MN Calendar and Strategic Missions

Feb 2025 News and Call for Actions

Last Updated February 01, 2025


2024 – 2026 OLMSTED COUNTY COMMUNITY HEALTH IMPROVEMENT PLAN (CHIP)

A Collaborative Community Effort Led by: Olmsted County Public Health Services, Olmsted Medical Center, and Mayo Clinic

The Community Health Assessment and Planning (CHAP) Process is about improving the health and well-being of residents in Olmsted County. Every three years the community conducts a health needs assessment to determine Olmsted County’s health priorities; formulate a plan to address the needs; and publish an annual progress report. Olmsted County Public Health Services, Mayo Clinic, and Olmsted Medical Center engage with diverse partners across our community to lead this process.

Last Updated January 31, 2025


Black History Month Series of Events

(1) 2025 Blank History Month Press Release (2) 2024 Black History Month Press Release

(3) 2023 Black History Month Press Release (4) 2022 Black History Month Press Release;

(5) 2021 Black History Month Press Release  

Last Updated January 30, 2025


2024 Action Plan Mid-Year Update

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 January 29, 2025


Channel One Winter 2025 Newsletter

Overcoming Rural Food Insecurity

"At Channel One, 2024 was a record setting year. Across the region, we served over 32% more shopping visits compared to 2023 – 80% more compared to 2022."

Last Updated January 27, 2025


Local family foundation gifts $250,000 to Ronald McDonald House

Per PB ePaper Reporting  

ROCHESTER — Ronald McDonald House Charities Midwest has received one of its largest individual donations to date, courtesy of a local foundation, the charity announced Thursday, Jan. 23, at its Rochester house.

Last Updated January 27, 2025


Rochester International Relations Committee

1. 2025 Sister City Trips: Japan, Germany

2. Rochester Sister City Application (Roles and Responsibilities)

3. Meeting Info: Dec 2024 Meeting Minutes; Dec 2025 Mtg Agenda

Last Updated January 25, 2025


Truth, Racial Healing & Transformation Guidebook

W.K. Kellogg Foundation Publication: Truth, Racial Healing & Transformation Guidebook: "Truth, Racial Healing & Transformation (TRHT) is a proven method for activating our collective dreams for our children. It enables communities to look at the root cause of the issues children and families face, namely racism; to begin healing from trauma and the embedded belief system that upholds racism; and to envision and build a more equitable future."

Last Updated January 21, 2025