Randy Petersen
Post-Bulletin
Rochester, MN, United States
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Rochester council censure causes conflict a week later
Council member Molly Dennis delayed participation in session with fellow members due to misunderstanding of limits under reprimand. → Read More
Rochester council recording practice based on location, intent of meetings
Two council sessions have not been recorded in recent months to allow more casual discussion, with concern raised by one member. → Read More
Oversight authority of Rochester parks and library directors under review
Rochester's Charter Commission will continue discussion of possible shift in official policy, giving oversight to the city administrator, rather than assigned boards. → Read More
Community input sought to identify sports and recreational facility gaps in Rochester
Analysis is part of an effort to seek permission to extend Rochester's half-cent sales tax to fund proposed $65 million facility. → Read More
Downtown Rochester Task Force preparing to wrap up initial community work sessions
A variety of themes – from a desire to address how downtown is perceived to wanting to find new ways to support downtown business – have been identified in the first three community work sessions of the Downtown Rochester Task Force, and work is set to go online. → Read More
Rochester expecting to drop to single outdoor pool as aquatics center construction starts
Summer pool attendance has been up since Silver Lake and Soldiers Field pools reopened following 2020 pandemic closings. → Read More
Geese management effort expanding to two more Rochester parks
Slatterly and Bear Creek parks will be included in the annual effort to find nests of resident geese so eggs can be treated or replaced within 14 days of incubation to manage numbers in the city. → Read More
Intimidation cited on both sides amid Rochester council censure
Differing views of council actions are highlighted by decision to reprimand council member Molly Dennis. → Read More
Castle agreement ready to transfer to new owner
Rochester council approved plan to allow purchase of former city-owned armory with expectation that it return to use for arts and cultural community activity. → Read More
Bakery Flats heading to design stage
Rochester council approves zoning change to make way for potential 210-unit apartment complex at site of former bakery. → Read More
Rochester council votes to censure member
Council member Molly Dennis receives former reprimand, citing 'inappropriate conduct' with fellow members and city staff. → Read More
Zoning change for proposed Bakery Flats project heads to Rochester Council
Rochester City Council members are being asked to approve change that would allow new uses for site of former Rochester Bread Company. → Read More
Trial delayed in lawsuit filed by former Chateau Theatre operator
Exhibits Development Group is suing the city of Rochester, citing financial damages related to 2019 operating agreement that was cut short in 2021. → Read More
Opportunities and frustrations fuel downtown discussion
Rochester Downtown Task Force work sessions aim to identify themes for future community sessions and action plan. → Read More
Mayo Civic Center rebound: More bookings, bigger audiences bring profit
Experience Rochester sees numbers continue to grow at Mayo Civic Center as it enters fourth year of five-year contract aimed at streamlining management and increasing activity. → Read More
Downtown recovery discussion set to start Monday
The first of a series of Rochester community discussions are designed to gather insights on concerns and potential action to assist in post-pandemic recovery efforts. → Read More
Design for former YMCA site seeks to highlight surroundings
A proposed 220-unit apartment complex would provide a variety of market-rate housing options with eye toward working with neighboring University of Minnesota Rochester. → Read More
Shelter for families facing homelessness eyed with proposed Olmsted County purchase
Olmsted County staff members are working to determine whether purchase of former Southeast Rochester group home could provide needed family shelter space. → Read More
Olmsted County seeking state and federal funds for Highway 14 interchange
Federal grant application for $60.2 million project is being submitted as county waits on potential state funding. → Read More
Olmsted County commissioners nix land-use change east of Rochester
Neighbors opposed proposal to split ag land for residential use. → Read More