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Seasonal parking requirements are in effect from November 1 to March 31. Learn about Winter Parking.
Applications accepted through the end of business day on Monday, November 30.
The City of Rochester is seeking community members interested in serving on several City boards and commissions. These volunteer opportunities allow residents to get involved in local government, share their perspectives and help shape decisions that impact the Rochester community.
The City of Rochester invites community members to learn more about the Reimagine Sixth Avenue W project at one of the following open houses:
Tuesday, Nov. 17, from 4 to 6 p.m. at Spyhouse Coffee Roasters, 602 Second St. SW
Wednesday, Nov. 18, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. via Teams
Visit the project website for the meeting link.
On Tuesday, November 3, anyone using public transit to get to their polling place may do so for free.
The ordinance implements alternate side parking requirements for vehicles parked on city streets and in the bulb (circular part) of cul-de-sacs from November 1 to April 1. Seasonal parking requirements are in effect regardless of the weather forecast or if there is snow and ice on the roadways.
During this single‑day closure, vehicle traffic will be detoured around the intersection. At least one sidewalk on each side of Broadway Avenue is expected to remain open for pedestrians.
The City of Rochester has received a $200,000 Tennis Venue Services grant from the United States Tennis Association (USTA) to support the reconstruction of six courts at the Rochester Outdoor Tennis Center in Kutzky Park.
The Rochester City Council has approved a new payment card processing fee policy that will take effect Jan. 1, 2027. Under the policy, customers who choose to pay for certain City services with a credit or charge card will pay a surcharge or service charge to help offset the processing fee.
The City of Rochester has received the Heart Safe Community designation, recognizing the community's commitment to improving cardiac emergency preparedness and reducing deaths and disabilities associated with sudden cardiac arrest.
The City of Rochester is encouraging fourth, fifth and sixth graders to answer that question as part of the League of Minnesota Cities' annual Mayor for a Day Essay Contest.
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