Rochester, MN

Public Works construction projects in 2022

The Rochester Public Works Department has numerous construction projects slated for 2022. This work has many benefits including keeping the city’s infrastructure in good working condition, replacing infrastructure that has reached the end of its lifespan and improving safety for all.

Construction to resume on the North Broadway Project

Phase two of the reconstruction of North Broadway Avenue will begin on Monday, March 28, 2022. Construction will focus on the alleyways and side streets adjacent to North Broadway.

Virtual Open House: Viola Road NE (County State Aid Highway 2) & Cassidy Drive NE Intersection Improvement Project

The City of Rochester and Olmsted County are hosting two Virtual Open House sessions for the Viola Road NE (CSAH 2) and Cassidy Drive NE Intersection Improvement Project.

Rochester City Council consents to Local Declaration of Emergency

The Rochester, MN City Council has consented to Mayor Norton’s Declaration of Local Emergency issued on January 15, 2022. With this action, the mask requirement for all indoor public spaces remains in place through 11:59 pm on February 7, 2022.

Virtual Open House: Downtown Sidewalk Experience Enhancement Project

The City of Rochester is hosting two public information sessions on January 13 for the upcoming Downtown Sidewalk Experience Enhancement Project.

Virtual Open House: Country Club Manor Traffic Calming Project

A set of Virtual Open Houses is scheduled for Thursday, December 2, 2021.

Community Members Encouraged to Participate in Survey for City of Rochester Surface Water Planning

The survey includes 14 questions and a set of demographic questions and is available via Polco

Seasonal parking requirements to begin on November 1

Alternate side parking requirements are in place city-wide from November 1 to April 1 from 2am to 3pm.

Be a Water Steward - Remove leaves from your curb line

Rochester residents can help our aquatic wildlife and improve water quality by removing leaves from streets and sidewalks to compost them.

Virtual Open House: 65 Street NW Reconstruction Project

The Public Works Department is providing a virtual update on the 65 Street NW Reconstruction Project.

Public Notice: MPCA Intent to Reissue NPDES and MS4 General Permit to City of Rochester

City of Rochester Experiences Minimal Leak in Coolant Line at Foster Arend

The City of Rochester Public Works Department became aware of a minimal leak in a propylene coolant line that runs from the Public Work Transit and Operations Center to Foster Arend water. Testing does not indicate concerns to people, fish, animals or the environment. The coolant is a food grade..

Citywide 25 yard signs available

Rochester residents and businesses are invited to display Citywide 25 educational yard signs on their property. The yard signs, which are available at no cost, help remind the public that the speed limit on unmarked city streets is now 25 mph.

Open House: Country Club Manor Traffic Calming Project

he Public Works Department is seeking feedback from residents of Country Club Manor on the traffic issues and concerns in their neighborhood. Teammates will meet with neighbors on August 10, 2021 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. at People Of Hope Church.

Sidewalk replacements and repairs must be completed by contractors with valid City of Rochester Sidewalk License

Sidewalk work completed by an unlicensed contractor that doesn’t meet specifications will be replaced at the owners expense as the City cannot warranty unlicensed work.

Construction to begin on 13 Avenue SW and 12 Avenue SW sanitary sewer and storm sewer relief lines

Construction will begin on the 13 Avenue SW and 12 Avenue SW sanitary sewer and storm sewer relief line project on Monday, June 21, 2021.

Permanent closure of East River Road between East River Lane and 23 Street NE

The City of Rochester is permanently closing East River Road NE between East River Lane NE and 23 Street NE on June 21, 2021.

Virtual Open House: East River Road NE Traffic Calming Project

The Public Works Department is seeking feedback on the potential traffic calming solutions for East River Road NE. A Virtual Open House is planned for April 29, 2021.

Speed limit changes are taking place in the City of Rochester

Speed limit changes are taking place in Rochester. The speed limit on un-posted streets will be 25 mph. For streets with a speed limit other than 25 mph, any changes take effect as soon as signage is installed.

Notice of Environmental Assessment Worksheet for the Silver Lake Dredging and Dam Modification Project

The Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW) for the Silver Lake Dredging and Dam Modification Project is now available for review.