City of Rochester Joins the Just Deeds Coalition to Remove Discriminatory Covenants on City Owned Property; Tran Nguyen Recognized as Minnesota Lawyer Diversity & Inclusion Honoree

On March 22, 2021, the Rochester City Council passed Resolution 051-21, approving participation in the Just Deeds Project, making Rochester the first City outside of the Twin Cities Metro area to join the project. The Just Deeds Coalition was established to help communities and property owners...

10/26/2021 10:36 AM

Rochester City Council to Hear Three Proposals for Chateau Theatre Activation & Operator

The Rochester City Council will hear from three potential Chateau Theatre operators during the October 25, 2021 Study Session. The submission deadline for the Request for Proposals (RFP) was September 20. It is expected that the City Council will provide City teammates with direction on next...

10/22/2021 10:44 AM

N. Broadway Detour Modification to 12 St. NE

Routes affected: 101, 102, 21

10/20/2021 11:16 PM

City of Rochester and Olmsted County Working Together to Facilitate Local Redistricting Process

Olmsted County and the City of Rochester are working together to facilitate the local redistricting process. While the County and the City are required to have their own separate processes, the organizations will collaborate to help ensure community members have the pertinent information they...

10/20/2021 9:19 AM

Be a Water Steward - Remove leaves from your curb line

Rochester residents can help our aquatic wildlife and improve water quality by removing leaves from streets and sidewalks to compost them.

10/19/2021

Rochester Awarded 3.12 Million Dollar Main Street Grant from Minnesota Department of Employment & Economic Development

The City of Rochester and Destination Medical Center Economic Development Agency (DMC EDA) are pleased to announce the acceptance of the award of $3.12 million dollars from the Minnesota Department of Employment & Economic Development (DEED) as a part of their recently created Main Street...

10/14/2021 11:17 AM

Driftless Disc Course at Gamehaven Park to Open to the Public on October 8, 2021

The Rochester Parks & Recreation department is pleased to announce the Driftless Disc course at Gamehaven Park will be open to the public for play starting on October 8, 2021. The course includes a 9-hole recreational course and an 18-hole championship caliber course. The request for the opening...

10/05/2021 8:56 AM

City of Rochester Parks & Recreation Department Receives Grant to Support Repair Work on Historic Plummer Water Tower

The Parks & Recreation Department was notified that it has received a grant to support restoration of Plummer Water Tower. In total, the project to complete the historic repair is approximately $785,000. It is funded by the Save America's Treasures grant program, through the Historic...

10/04/2021 12:36 PM

Virtual Open House: Downtown Waterfront Southeast: 6 Street Bridge Concept Design

The City of Rochester is seeking community input on the future 6 Street SE Bridge. City teammates are preparing a bridge concept that includes the type, size, available transportation modes and location of a future bridge crossing the Zumbro River at 6 Street SE.

10/04/2021 11:01 AM

Celebrate Family History Month

10/04/2021 8:57 AM

Women are Encouraged to Attend Explore Careers in Construction Event

Explore Careers in Construction, a free event for women to learn about construction careers with family-sustaining wages and great benefits, will be held on Wednesday, October 27, 2021 from 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. at Rochester Community and Technical College (RCTC) Heintz Center. National Association...

10/04/2021 8:50 AM

Mayor’s Office Seeking Applicants for 2021 Mayor’s Medal of Honor Nominees

Mayor Kim Norton is seeking nominations for the Mayor’s Medal of Honor. The Mayor’s Medal of Honor recognizes residents who have gone above and beyond to serve the community. There are fourteen categories including, Community-Wide Service, Champion of Diversity, Heroism, Sustainability, Excellence..

09/30/2021 9:40 AM

Rochester City Council Approves Recommended 2022-2023 Budget, Six Year Capital Improvement Plan & 2022 Preliminary Tax Levy

The Rochester City Council approved the recommended 2022-2023 Operating budget, 2022-2027 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) budget and maximum tax levy of $86,823,881 during the September 20, 2021 City Council meeting. The Council also established the public hearing for adoption of the final tax...

09/22/2021 12:41 PM

City of Rochester Community Development Department announces next steps for Unified Development Code project

The City of Rochester is currently updating the City’s zoning ordinance, which regulates the manner in which private property can be developed. The Community Development team released the second installment of the Unified Development Code (UDC) public draft in May 2021. Installment 2 covers...

09/21/2021 11:48 AM

Virtual Open House: 65 Street NW Reconstruction Project

The Public Works Department is providing a virtual update on the 65 Street NW Reconstruction Project.

09/20/2021 9:17 AM

Local Certified Minority (Hispanic)-owned Construction Entrepreneurs Featured in Videos and at Event

In honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 – October 15), the City of Rochester and Destination Medical Center are planning an event for aspiring and current minority construction entrepreneurs on October 7, 2021 from 10:30 a.m.- 2:30 p.m. Entrepreneurs will learn why and how to...

09/15/2021 1:39 PM

Seed Library harvests new gardeners, growers

09/14/2021 3:31 PM

Link BRT Station Model Opens at Civic Center

Scale footprint of rapid transit station packed with info about future service

09/14/2021 9:35 AM

Public Notice: MPCA Intent to Reissue NPDES and MS4 General Permit to City of Rochester

09/14/2021

City of Rochester Supports and Participates in 2021 Welcoming Week

The City of Rochester is proud to support and participate in 2021 Welcoming Week, which takes place September 10-19, 2021. The various activities will begin on September 12, 2021. Welcoming Week brings together people of all backgrounds to build strong connections and affirm the significance...

09/13/2021 10:22 AM