Rochester City Council and Mayor to Hold Community Forum in November

Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News)- The City of Rochester is inviting the community to a forum that will feature the city’s elected leaders next month. 

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A news release issued by the city describes the event as an “evening of conversation about our community and its future.”

Rochester Mayor Kim Norton and members from the Rochester City Council will be on hand. 

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What's Working Rochester? What Would You Like to See and Experience in Rochester's Future? Questions to Guide Upcoming Forum

The event will center around two questions: What is working in Rochester and What would residents like to see and experience in Rochester’s future. 

“We want to hear from people about the Rochester they experience every day and the Rochester they hope to see in the future,” said City Council President Randy Schubring. “Whether you’ve shared your thoughts with the City before or this would be your first time, your perspective belongs in the conversation. I hope you’ll join us and invite someone else whose voice we need to hear.” 

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Officials say residents planning to attend do not need to prepare remarks and do not need prior experience of partaking in city meetings. 

Survey Results to be Revealed During Rochester Community Forum

In addition to hosting a conversation, city officials also plan to share the results of the 2026 National Community Survey to help frame the conversation. 

The survey is conducted every two years and asks residents for feedback on quality of life and city services. 

Rochester Community Forum Set for Nov. 30

The event is set for November 30 at the Historic Chateau Theater in downtown Rochester. An informal meet and greet with the City Council and Mayor runs from 5:30-6 p.m. and the forum takes place from 6-8 p.m. 

RSVP’s are encouraged for planning purposes but are not required. More information and the ability to RSVP is available on the Community & City Council Forum event page.