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"No Parking” and “Snow Removal” on the Downtown Area Business District Streets
Due to the cold weather, snow pickup in the CBD was delayed and now will be completed by 8am on Friday, February 1, 2019.
01/28/2019 9:35 AM
Chateau Theatre Pre-Proposal Gathering Opportunity
The City of Rochester currently seeking request for proposals (RFP) for the operation and management of the historic Chateau Theatre. The RFP is open to all interested parties and has a submission deadline of Friday, February 15, 2019.
01/23/2019 2:58 PM
Notice of “NO PARKING” for the Overnight Hours in the Downtown Area for Snow Removal
City crews will be removing snow on Sunday night into Monday morning from the downtown area streets. The following streets will be posted by 1/20/19 at 11:00am for scheduled snow plowing between the hours of 12 AM and 8 AM on Monday, January 21, 2019.
01/20/2019 6:51 AM
Individuals and Organizations to be recognized for Environmental Achievements in the Community
Rochester Public Utilities (RPU) and the Olmsted County Environmental Commission announce the recipients of the 2018 Environmental Achievement Awards. The recipients will be recognized at an awards banquet tonight, January 17, at the Rochester Golf and Country Club.
01/17/2019 8:53 AM
City of Rochester Opens Request for Proposals for “First of Its Kind” Development Project
The City of Rochester is inviting developers to submit proposals for a potential affordable or mixed income housing development to be constructed in the air rights above a new city parking ramp. This development project is the first of its kind for the City of Rochester.
01/15/2019 8:25 AM
City of Rochester Releases 2018 Year in Review
The City of Rochester highlighted the 2018 year through a video. It touches on some of the many accomplishments and achievements of the various departments.
01/08/2019 9:02 AM
RFD to Hold Christmas Eve Ceremony of Remembrance
On Monday, Dec. 24, the Rochester Fire Department will hold a ceremony at 9 a.m. at the Silver Lake Firefighters Memorial to remember two Rochester firefighters who made the ultimate sacrifice on Christmas Eve of 1953.
12/21/2018 8:53 AM
Miracles & Heroes Event Bring Extra Cheer to Local Children
On Tuesday, December 18, 2018, the Rochester Police Department, Target Corporation and the Rochester Police Athletic League (PAL) joined forces to bring holiday cheer to children at St. Mary’s Hospital.
12/19/2018 11:24 AM
Request for Proposals Open for the Historic Chateau Theatre
The City of Rochester is pleased to announce the opening of the request for proposal (RFP) process for the operation and management of the historic Chateau Theatre. The RFP is open to all interested parties and has a submission deadline of January 25, 2019.
12/19/2018 9:46 AM
Rochester Named First LEED Gold City in Minnesota and Recognized for Achieving Sustainability and Resiliency Goals
The City of Rochester is pleased to announce that it has achieved Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold certification. Rochester is the first Minnesota city to be certified.
12/13/2018 2:59 PM
Local Public Safety Organizations Come Together for Community Giving Event
On December 12, 2018 the Rochester Fire Department, Rochester Police Department, Olmsted County Sheriff’s Office, and Gold Cross will provide 300 hams to community members in need. The gathering will take place from 4:00-6:00 p.m. at the Army National Guard Armory Parking Lot (1715 Marion Road SE).
12/06/2018 5:04 PM
Rochester Named a Bronze Bicycle Friendly Community by the League of American Bicyclists
Today, the League of American Bicyclists recognized Rochester with a Bronze Bicycle Friendly Community (BFC) award, joining 464 visionary communities from across the country.
12/06/2018 8:48 AM
Greater Minnesota Regional Parks and Trails Commission Recommends Legislature Fund $1.1 Million to Develop Portion of Gamehaven Regional Park
The Greater Minnesota Regional Parks and Trails Commission has announced that they will recommend that the Legislature provide approximately $1.1 Million in funds from the Legacy Funding to help develop the west portion of the Gamehaven Regional Park.
12/04/2018 12:25 PM
Notice of “NO PARKING” for the Overnight Hours in the Downtown Area for Snow Removal
City crews will be removing snow on Monday morning from the downtown area streets. The following streets will be posted on Sunday 12/2/18 by 11:00am for scheduled snow plowing between the hours of 12 AM and 8 AM on Monday, December 3, 2018.
12/02/2018 7:42 AM
What to Expect from Snow Plows this Winter
The City of Rochester’s Public Works Department operates a fleet of snow plows that works to clear over 500 miles of roads, 9 miles of alleys, 544 cul-de-sacs, 40 miles of sidewalks and bike paths within the city limits of Rochester.
11/30/2018 4:05 PM
Rochester Police Activity League 2018 Shop with a Cop Program
Around 70+ Rochester Police Officers, Olmsted Country Sheriff’s Deputies, Community Service Officers, Detention Deputies, MN State Patrol Troopers, and Rochester Police Explorers will gather at Wal-Mart North in Rochester (3400 55th St NW, Rochester, MN 55901) on Saturday, December 8th, 2018.
11/30/2018 9:09 AM
The Mayor’s Office is Seeking Applications for the Board of Appeals and Energy Commission
The Mayor’s Office is seeking applications from local citizens residing in Rochester who are interested in serving on boards/commissions/committees.
11/28/2018 9:46 AM
Additional Community Open Houses Planned for Review of Draft Land Development Manual Updates
As a part of the ongoing review process, the community is invited to an additional series of Open House events on Thursday, December 6 and Wednesday, December 18. These gatherings will provide the public an opportunity to learn more about the zoning districts, ask questions directly to staff.
11/28/2018 8:31 AM
City of Rochester Names Cindy Steinhauser as Community Development Director
Cindy Steinhauser will join the City of Rochester as the Director of the Community Development Department. The position, a first for the City of Rochester, will provide key leadership to the department with the vision to be recognized as America’s most innovative developments services team.
11/27/2018 5:28 PM
Mayor Brede Proclaims Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Mayor Ardell F. Brede will proclaim Wednesday, November 21, 2018 as Indigenous Peoples’ Day in Rochester, MN. This is the fourth year that Mayor Brede has provided a proclamation for the day.
11/19/2018 8:11 AM