The City of Rochester Celebrates the Opening of Castle Community

This week the historic armory building, which was built in 1915, will open its doors to the public once again. The City of Rochester wishes to congratulate all of those involved with the Castle Community project.

11/19/2018 7:58 AM

UPDATE: Downtown Bus Stands Realigned

Monday, Dec. 3 new location for Routes 2, 3, 17

11/15/2018

Library Recognized for Innovative Program

For the second time in four years, Rochester Public Library (RPL) has been recognized for its innovative work in the city. On Tuesday, the Humphrey School of Public Affairs at the University of Minnesota named RPL as one of 19 winners of this year’s Local Government Innovation Awards (LGIA).

11/14/2018 2:21 PM

Meet and Greet with the Finalists for the Community Development Department Director Position

The City of Rochester invites community members and organizational leaders to a meet with the two finalists for the Director of Community Development Department position. This gathering will take place on Tuesday, November 20 from 4:00-5:30 p.m. at the Rochester Art Center.

11/14/2018 9:37 AM

Rochester Fire Departments Seeks Community Input on Strategic Plan

This will be the first time in over 25 years that the department completes a comprehensive strategic plan.

11/09/2018 11:04 AM

City of Rochester Parks & Recreation Department to Review Geese Management Options

The City of Rochester Parks and Recreation Board of Commissioners will discuss geese impacts in the park system at the November 13 Park Board meeting. Humane management strategies will be reviewed but no action is expected from the Park Board at this meeting.

11/08/2018 9:34 AM

The Bookmobile is Getting a Makeover

Six years after launching the library's latest bookmobile, the library-on-wheels is getting a makeover.

11/08/2018 8:18 AM

Rochester Fire Department New Ladder Truck Ceremony

The Rochester Fire Department will dedicate its new ladder truck with a “push-in” ceremony Thursday, Nov. 8, at 10 a.m. at Fire Station 1 (521 S. Broadway). The new 107-foot Pierce Velocity ladder truck replaced the old Truck 12 last week and began responding out of Fire Station 1.

11/07/2018 4:19 PM

City of Rochester Begins Crow Abatement Activities

Crows have been an issue in Rochester and throughout the world for decades. The City of Rochester continues to make crow abatement a priority. Due to an increase in crow activity, abatement activities will begin for the season on November 5, 2018.

11/05/2018 7:39 AM

City of Rochester Collaborates with Art4Trails on Various Public Art Installations

The City of Rochester Parks and Recreation Department and Art4Trails is pleased to announce two calls for public art. The first being a call for four installations for the bike trails near Downtown Rochester. The second being a call for eleven art installations at Cascade Lake Park.

11/01/2018 9:15 AM

City of Rochester Forestry Department Conducts Annual Inspections for Emerald Ash Borer

Between November 1 and December 31, 2018 the forestry department will conduct their annual inspections for EAB. Inspections will be conducted on both public and private property in accordance with City Ordinance 47.

10/31/2018 7:42 AM

City Administrator to Recommend Formation of Convention and Visitor Authority

City Administrator Steve Rymer will be recommending that a Convention & Visitor Authority (Authority) be formed in early 2019. The non-profit Authority would be responsible for all functions currently performed by the Mayo Civic Center and Experience Rochester in a singular organizational structure.

10/26/2018 12:14 PM

PSA: Route 1D afternoon pick-up times to change

Route to begin Downtown then pick up at St. Marys Hospital (Canadian Honker).

10/25/2018 3:00 PM

New Commute Options Arrive in Rochester

Arrive Rochester launches as state’s first transportation management association outside of the Twin Cites.

10/23/2018 9:42 AM

Service on Route 191 – The Crosstown – Starts Saturday

New route creates transfer points outside of downtown

10/23/2018

Rochester Parking Ordinance Updated to Assist in More Equitable Access

10/12/2018 1:09 PM

Rochester Public Transit reaches all-time high for daily ridership

Fare holiday and thousands of rally goers contribute to increased volume.

10/09/2018 9:44 AM

President Trump Campaign Rally Free Event Parking

Free event parking and shuttle service is available at the Rochester Community Technical College Park & Ride.

10/03/2018 7:33 AM

RPT Detours for President Trump Campaign Rally

Several routes will follow a detour along 4 St SE

10/02/2018 3:46 PM

City of Rochester Prepares for President Trump’s Visit

The President of the United States is scheduled to be in Rochester, MN on Thursday, October 4, 2018. City officials are making preparations and encouraging residents and visitors to be aware of increased vehicle and foot traffic.

10/02/2018 2:25 PM