Neighborhood Resources

Community Food Garden Resources

March 18, 2019 Comments 0 Comment

Spring is finally on the horizon and it’s the time to start thinking about gardening. If you’re interested in tending your very own garden plot there are several options for you in Rochester. Neighborhood Gardens Slatterly Park Please see attached contract and the link to SignUp Genius to reserve your plot(s). Note: the contract includes a map of the garden so you can reference that map when selecting your plot(s). Prior to planting, you’ll need to: 1) mail/drop-off/return electronically a…

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Building Blocks Neighborhood Party Trailer

October 18, 2017 Comments 0 Comment

Building Blocks Party Trailer Always wanted to have a block party for your neighborhood but it seemed like too much work to pull of the necessary items together to pull one off? Thanks to the Chamber’s Leadership Greater Rochester Class of 2017 and partnership between Park and Recreation and RNeighbors you can utilize an entire trailer full of what you need for a successful neighborhood bash free of charge. All you need to provide is your neighbors. The Building Blocks Neighborhood…

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Make a Difference in Your Neighborhood

July 15, 2014

RNeighbors, the Rochester Neighborhood Resource Center, works in our community to efficiently and collectively organize resources, and encourage neighbors of all ages to interact with one another to build relationships that foster a diverse, welcoming community. The tips below, as well as important local phone numbers are available in a brochure format that can be accessed on our website. 12 Ways were adapted with permission from training materials for: Community Involvement Training: A course in community renewal. Copyright 1999-2000 @…

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Guide to Talking with Elected Officials

May 27, 2013

This guide will assist you in the process of discussing an issue, concern, proposal with your elected official(s). A PDF of the guide can be accessed here. Outlined are steps to help you effectively communicate with elected or appointed officials in writing, through e-mail, phone, or in person. With neighborhood issues, most likely you’ll need to deal with your local elected city or county officials, but the following tips should apply to all levels of government. Key Points Keep your…

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Working with Your City Forum

September 6, 2012

WHEN: Wednesday, September 26, 2012, 6:30-8:30 pm WHERE: Rochester Public Library Auditorium PURPOSE: To help neighbors and city staff work more effectively together to meet the changing needs of our community. AGENDA WELCOME and INTRODUCTIONS Ardell Brede, Mayor; René Lafflam, Exec Dir. RNeighbors; Bob Nowicki, President RNeighbors CITY PANEL Brief overview of their function as relates to neighborhoods and neighbors can work efficiently within the set structure of the department. City Council Representative — Interim Council President Randy Staver…

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2012 Community Safety Survey Response Summary

May 23, 2012

March 2012 The vision of the grassroots group Citizen Advisors for Public Safety (CAPS) is for Rochester to have the safest neighborhoods in Minnesota. The mission of CAPS is to give City residents an active role in promoting neighborhood safety. This survey was created by our all-volunteer committee and distributed across community sectors with the goal of collecting community feedback on the issue of perceived public safety in Rochester. No funds were requested for creation or distribution of the survey….

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Citizen Advisors for Public Safety

May 9, 2010

Neighbors for Safety is growing into the City recognized Citizen Advisors for Public Safety Committee. This is a grassroots effort to develop strategies to address Rochester neighborhood livability concerns. Community organizers and neighborhood members from each city ward will make up this 12 member group. Citizen Advisors for Public Safety will serve as a communication link between residents and local government to improve public safety. The Citizen Advisors for Public Safety Committee will address the following: Define what constitutes a safe city by utilizing the priorities of our residents….

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Neighbors for Safety Meeting

April 11, 2010

Be a part of the solution. The Neighbors for Safety effort has resounded with my Neighborhood Association and shown to me that concern for public safety is a widely felt issue. I underestimated what my neighbors felt. I’ve learned people want to help, to contribute in finding ways to address public safety in our city.” -Dave Edmonson, Kutzky Park Neighborhood Association President This meeting will update you on safety and welfare concerns of Rochester Citizens. Your presence is important. Get…

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Neighbors for Safety January Update

February 8, 2010

Since our large public information meeting in December, the Neighbors for Safety group continues to work in the background collecting information and building a strategic plan that we will bring to the City Council in March. The ongoing goal of this group of neighborhood leaders and business people is to strengthen neighborhood safety through improved neighborhood, city, and police relationships. Our focus is not to delve into the social aspects that we realize also play into this topic, as there…

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Neighbors for Safety November 2009

November 16, 2009

Does our city have a problem with crime? Do you feel safe in your neighborhood? Make your opinion heard. Public Safety Meeting A Meeting of Neighbors for Safety (a growing grassroots organization, made up of Rochester neighbors and business owners) Tuesday, December 1 6:30 pm Rochester International Event Center 7333 Airport View Dr SW • Rochester, MN Appetizers and non alcoholic beverages will be provided, compliments of the Event Center. This meeting will address concerns about the safety and welfare…

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