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City of Rochester Seeking Applicants for Boards and Commissions
The Mayor’s Office is seeking applications from local citizens residing in Rochester who are interested in serving on boards/commissions/committees.
10/02/2018 11:56 AM
City Leadership in Building Performance: A Case Study from Münster, Germany
Please join the Destination Medical Center Economic Development Agency (DMC EDA) and the City of Rochester at the Bleu Duck on Tuesday evening, October 2nd.
09/27/2018 2:39 PM
RPT Lends a hand in Cannon Falls
RPT paratransit vehicles come to the aid of neighbors needing to temporarily relocate.
09/27/2018 10:49 AM
In-Person Absentee Voting Now Open
In-person absentee voting is available for the general election starting on Friday, September 21, 2018
09/21/2018 10:09 AM
Rochester Values Its High Quality of Life - Community Survey Results Now Available
Between May 22 and June 20, 2018, 400 City of Rochester residents were randomly selected for telephone interviews to collect data for the City of Rochester Community Survey. The survey results were compiled and in July 2018, the data was presented to the Mayor, City Council, and community.
09/17/2018 8:34 AM
City of Rochester Parks & Recreation Department Makes Available the Action Trackchair
In a continued effort to create accessibility and enjoyment of the parks and trail systems for all residents and visitors, the Parks & Recreation Department has made available the Action Trackchair, which is an all-terrain wheelchair.
09/12/2018 1:19 PM
Reopening of a Pilot Bike Share Program in Rochester
The pilot bike share program is scheduled to roll out between Monday, September 10 - Wednesday, September 12, 2018. There will be approximately 40 bikes available at six locations.
09/10/2018 9:10 AM
Help Celebrate the Rochester Public Library's National Medal Win & StoryCorps Contest
On Sunday, September 9, from 2pm-5pm, the City of Rochester, along with the Rochester Public Library Foundation and Friends of the Rochester Public Library will be hosting an outdoor Block Party for the entire community.
09/04/2018 4:04 PM
City of Rochester Initiates New Budget Process and Publishes Digital Format
The budget development process for 2019 has been revised as the City of Rochester transitions to a revenue first, multi-year budget. It is anticipated to be fully implemented over a two year period (2018 and 2019), with significant progress being made this year.
08/31/2018 2:06 PM
Ward 1 recount ends with no change to top two finishers
Following a recount of all ballots in Ward 1, Patrick Keane and Heather Holmes will be moving forward to the Nov. 6 General Election.
08/28/2018 6:25 PM
Seeking Applicants for Police Policy Oversight Commission
The Mayor’s Office is seeking applications from local citizens residing in Rochester who are interested in serving on boards/commissions/committees.
08/24/2018 8:18 AM
What happens next after the Aug. 14 Primary in City elections
Rochester residents voted in record numbers as part of the Aug. 14 Primary to select candidates to move forward to the general election. At least two races are close enough to warrant possible recounts.
08/16/2018 2:30 PM
Experience Rochester Shares Annual Report
Experience Rochester presented the organization’s annual report to the City Council during the Committee of the Whole meeting on Monday, August 13. The report highlighted the accomplishments of the past year, as well as the organization’s strong commitment to promoting the vitality of the community
08/15/2018 3:25 PM
City Statement on Minnesota Court of Appeals Ruling Issued Today
The Minnesota Court of Appeals affirmed the district court's judgement in favor of the City of Rochester and First Transit.
08/06/2018
Joint Ceremony for Police and Fire Chiefs
On Monday, July 30, 2018 the City of Rochester celebrated a historic day. Sworn in by City Clerk/Communications Director, Anissa Hollingshead, Eric Kerska took the oath of office as the Fire Chief and James Franklin took the oath of office as the Police Chief.
08/03/2018 4:14 PM
Coalition of Greater Minnesota Cities Recognizes Mayor Brede and Gary Neumann
The Coalition of Greater Minnesota Cities honored Mayor Brede and former Assistant Gary Nuemann on July 26th.
08/01/2018 1:51 PM
Rochester’s First Communications & Engagement Manager Named
Jenna Bowman has been named as the City's Communications and Engagement Manager, and will start July 26
06/29/2018
Candidate Filing Closes with Mayor, Ward 1, and Ward 5 heading to the Primary
The Primary will be Tuesday, August 14, for all contests with more than two candidates on the ballot.
06/05/2018 6:00 PM
Eric Kerska named as the next Rochester Fire Chief
Battalion Chief Eric Kerska has been named by the Rochester City Council as the next Fire Chief of the City of Rochester.
06/04/2018 9:55 PM
Rochester Alert is moving to CodeRED
The City of Rochester and Olmsted County is moving to CodeRED emergency notification system. Our old system, Rochester Alert, will end on June 13, 2018. Enroll in the new CodeRED alert system to be informed of emergencies. It's free, and your information is never shared. Enroll now to get alerts!
05/30/2018 4:15 PM