Rochester public meetings in 2024

Rochester Economic Development Authority

The EDA will hold public hearings on establishing two new tax increment financing districts: one with West 80 Partners, LLC for Development District No. 83, and another for the Civic Center North Lots (District No. 82). It will also consider decertifying two older TIF districts (Town Hall Estates and Cascade Creek). The consent agenda includes approval of September 9, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Public hearing and resolution for Development District No. 83 and TIF District 83-1 with West 80 Partners, LLC
• Public hearing and resolution for Economic Development District No. 82 and DMC Redevelopment TIF District 82-1 for Civic Center North Lots
• Decertification of TIF District 33-1 (Town Hall Estates)
• Decertification of TIF District 39-1 (Cascade Creek Redevelopment Project)
• Approval of September 9, 2024 meeting minutes (consent agenda)

The Rochester Economic Development Authority approved establishing Tax Increment Financing Districts No. 83 and No. 82 for the Prairie Ridge and Civic Center North projects, respectively. The board also unanimously approved the decertification of Districts No. 33-1 (Town Hall Estates) and No. 39-1 (Cascade Creek Redevelopment Project).

• Accepted September 9, 2024, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Established TIF District No. 83-1 for Prairie Ridge (unanimous)
• Authorized Development Assistance Agreement with West 80 Partners, LLC (unanimous)
• Established TIF District No. 82-1 for Civic Center North Lots (unanimous)
• Decertified TIF District No. 33-1 (Town Hall Estates) (unanimous)
• Decertified TIF District No. 39-1 (Cascade Creek Redevelopment Project) (unanimous)

City Council

The council will hold public hearings and vote on a growth management map amendment and annexation petition by Danielson Farms and Stark Enterprises to bring 67.77 acres into the city for low-density residential use. Other significant items include preliminary approval for conduit revenue bonds for four affordable housing projects, adoption of 2025 legislative priorities, and changes to on-street parking time limits based on a recent rate study.

• Growth Management Map Amendment to reclassify 27.1 acres from 'Urban Expansion Beyond 2050' to 'Near Term Urban Expansion'
• Annexation of 67.77 acres by Danielson Farms with zoning change to Low-Density Residential (R-2)
• Preliminary approval for $10.6 million in conduit revenue bonds for DevCo Preservation, Onward Civic Center Drive Phases I & II, and Lincoln Avenue Communities affordable housing
• Implementation of parking rate study time limit changes for on-street meters
• Adoption of 2025 legislative priorities including airport solar parking, sewer investments, and riverfront redevelopment

The City Council approved over $10.6 million in accounts payable and authorized several infrastructure and housing initiatives. Key actions included approving merit increases for the City Administrator and granting preliminary bond approval for four affordable housing projects.

• Approved $10,601,650.19 in accounts payable (Unanimous)
• Approved 3% merit increase for City Administrator (6-1)
• Approved preliminary conduit revenue bonds for four affordable housing projects
• Authorized $613,084.50 for 90 new firefighting SCBA Air-Paks
• Approved $6.86M contract amendment for Downtown Building Energy Transition Phase 2
• Adopted Resolution No. 258-24 to amend 27.1 acres to 'Near Term Urban Expansion'
• Authorized $97,350 annual agreement for aerial photography flights (2025-2030)
• Approved 2025-27 employment terms for Non-exempt/Non-contract and Department Head groups

City Council

The Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the 2025 property tax levy ($111,645,142), operating budget, and 5-year capital plan. Other business includes a development agreement with Mayo Clinic for West Transit Village, multiple annexations, zoning changes, and contracts for roof replacement, BRT software, and sewer design. The consent agenda covers reappointments to boards and commissions and donation of music library holdings.

• 2025 property tax levy of $111,645,142
• Development agreement with Mayo Clinic for West Transit Village
• Rochester Civic Theatre roof replacement contracts totaling $1,373,427.92
• Final plat for Cassidy Farms First: 43 single-family residential lots
• Annexation of 36.84 acres (Olmsted County) and 49.90 acres (City of Rochester)

The City Council approved the 2025 operating budget, the 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Plan, and a general tax levy of $111,645,142. The council also approved a residential subdivision plat for Cassidy Farms First and several board reappointments.

• Approved 2025 General Tax Levy of $111,645,142 (Unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Operating Budget and 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Plan Budget (Unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Electric and Water Utility budgets and rate adjustments (Unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat for Cassidy Farms First, creating 43 residential lots (5-1-1)
• Approved $11,235,018.31 in accounts payable disbursements (Unanimous)
• Authorized $185,023.82 contract with ProCore Solutions for Link BRT software (Unanimous)
• Authorized $39,905 contract with Kimley-Horn for West Transit Village sewer design (Unanimous)
• Approved 20 Mayoral reappointments to various boards and commissions (Unanimous)

Outside Agency Oversight Committee

The Outside Agency Oversight Committee will review financial statements and operating reliance ratios for 11 agencies receiving city funding, then vote on a $190,893.75 fourth-quarter disbursement. The agenda also includes approving minutes from August and setting the 2025 meeting calendar. Notably, the committee will review finances for the dissolved Human Rights Commission's phone line, which costs $25,000 annually.

• Review financial statements and operating reliance ratio of 125 Live ($110,160 annual allocation)
• Review financials of History Center of Olmsted County ($37,500 annual allocation)
• Approve fourth quarter disbursement of $190,893.75 to 11 agencies
• Review finances of dissolved Human Rights Commission phone line ($25,000/year, city pays 1/5)
• Proposed 2025 meeting schedule (first quarter February 24, 2025)

City Council - Study Session

The City Council will hold a study session to review the 2024 National Community Survey results, the P2S Comprehensive Plan Five-Year Update, proposed changes to the Olmsted County General Land Use Plan, and a Fire Service Contract. No votes are expected; these are discussion items.

• Presentation of 2024 National Community Survey Results
• P2S Comprehensive Plan Five-Year Update
• Olmsted County General Land Use Plan Changes
• Fire Service Contract discussion
• Study Session Schedule review

The November 25 study session featured presentations on the 2024 National Community Survey, the P2S Comprehensive Plan update, Olmsted County land‑use plan changes, and the fire service contract. No votes, approvals, or denials were recorded. The council simply received information and will consider items in future sessions.

City Council

The council will consider a consent agenda with routine items (contracts, leases, appointments, $14.4M accounts payable) and hold public hearings on unpaid special charges, utility bills, and two Mayo Clinic right-of-way vacations. They will also vote on a zone change for a 10-acre site to medium density, an annexation, a text amendment to the Unified Development Code, and a second reading of cannabis ordinance amendments. Reports include a crow abatement plan using air rifles and a $2.368M grant for Silver Lake Dam fish passage.

• Public hearings on unpaid weed, snow, rubbish, tree removal, and utility charges with 4.5% interest
• Two vacation petitions by Mayo Clinic for five public right-of-ways and eight easements
• Zone change for City View Flats from low to medium density on 10 acres
• Second reading of amendments to Rochester's cannabis ordinance (Chapter 5-23)
• Crow abatement in downtown using air rifles and noise devices Dec 1-5

The City Council approved a consent agenda including the appointment of transit advisory board members, accounts payable of $14.46 million, and contracts for airport farm leases, road improvements, and technology services.

• Approved transit advisory board appointments (unanimous)
• Approved accounts payable of $14,464,067.23
• Authorized airport farm leases for 2025-2027
• Approved RTV purchase for RST ($39,857)
• Approved Runway 31 Approach Improvements Phase 2 change order
• Authorized Axon technology integration contract amendment
• Authorized Sustainable Strategies DC consulting contract ($93k-$99k)
• Authorized construction contract for Regional Sports Complex CMAR ($1.4M)

City Council - Canvassing Board Special Meeting

This is a special meeting of the Rochester City Council acting as the Elections Canvassing Board. They will adopt a resolution and sign the abstract report to officially declare the results of the November 5, 2024, General Election for Councilmember-at-large and council representatives for Wards 2, 4, and 6. This is a routine but necessary step to certify the election outcomes.

• Canvassing of Councilmember-at-large election results
• Canvassing of Ward 2 council election results
• Canvassing of Ward 4 council election results
• Canvassing of Ward 6 council election results
• Adoption of resolution and signing of abstract report

The council unanimously adopted the meeting's order of agenda. It then approved Resolution No. 237-24, declaring the results of the November 5, 2024 general election for councilmember-at-large and wards 2, 4, and 6, with a 5‑1‑1 vote. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Adopted Order of Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 237-24 certifying November 5, 2024 election results (5-1-1)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council - Study Session

The City Council will hold a study session following the Canvassing Board meeting. Discussion items include public safety aid recommendations and special liquor license endorsements.

• Phase Two Public Safety Aid Recommendations
• Special 2:00 a.m. Liquor License Endorsements

The Rochester City Council met in a study session on November 13, 2024. Deputy City Administrator Aaron Parrish presented Phase Two Public Safety Aid Recommendations, with Deputy Fire Chief Holly Mulholland and Police Chief Jim Franklin answering questions. Deputy City Clerk Christiaan Cartwright presented special 2:00 a.m. liquor license endorsements, also fielding questions from Police Chief Jim Franklin. No motions, votes, or formal decisions were recorded.

City Council

The City Council will consider consent agenda items including accounts payable of $14.8 million, a $455,000 contract for water reclamation chemicals, and a $130,166 demolition contract. Public hearings include approval of the 57-lot Hadley Creek 5th subdivision and the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan for federal housing funds. First readings include the 2025 Master Fee Schedule, annexation of 86.74 acres, and extension of the juvenile curfew ordinance.

• Approval of accounts payable totaling $14,825,241.61
• Contract with PVS Technologies for $455,000 for anhydrous ferric chloride
• Contract with Durst Outdoor Services for $130,166 to demolish 18 manufactured dwellings at 1915 Marion Rd SE
• Major Land Subdivision Hadley Creek 5th: 57 residential lots on 17.5 acres
• First reading of ordinance to establish 2025 Master Fee Schedule

The City Council approved the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan and 2025 Annual Action Plan for housing funds, adopted a resolution approving a Major Land Subdivision for 57 lots, and approved $14.8 million in accounts payable and contracts. The Council also moved two items to discussion.

• Approved $14.8M in accounts payable (unanimous)
• Approved 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan for housing funds (unanimous)
• Approved Major Land Subdivision Hadley Creek 5th with 10 conditions (unanimous)
• Added condition requiring temporary bridge completion before grading (6-1)
• Authorized $165K contract for Willow Creek Trail feasibility study
• Authorized $455K contract for water reclamation chemicals
• Authorized $130K contract for demolition of 18 manufactured homes
• Moved 2025 Council Meeting Calendar to discussion

City Council

The City Council will consider a consent agenda including appointment of a new Fire Chief, contracts for sports complex design and bus stop improvements, and approval of subdivision plats. Public hearings are scheduled for the 2025 Master Fee Schedule, Special Service District charges, and several annexations. The council will also hold first readings on ordinances regulating cannabis and establishing a Medical Overlay District.

• First reading of ordinance to regulate cannabis (RCO Ch. 5-23)
• Public hearing on 2025 Master Fee Schedule
• Appointment of Mason Pooler as Fire Chief effective Jan. 6, 2025
• Design contract for Regional Sports & Recreation Complex: $3,445,400
• Approval of final plats for Woodcrest Addition, Scenic Oaks West Third, Highland Hills Townhomes, and Prairie Ridge subdivision

The City Council approved several infrastructure contracts, including $1.8M for bus stop improvements and design contracts for street reconstructions. The council also authorized state transit funding for 2025 and approved the appointment of a new Fire Chief. Multiple public hearings were scheduled for November 18 regarding unpaid charges and citations.

• Approved $14,342,100 in state transit funding for 2025
• Awarded $1,855,380.42 contract to Ti-Zack Concrete, LLC for bus stop improvements
• Appointed Mason Pooler as Fire Chief effective January 6, 2025
• Approved $25,532,655.60 in total disbursements for October 21, 2024
• Authorized $57,060 and $76,510 design contracts with WHKS for street reconstructions
• Scheduled public hearings for November 18, 2024, for unpaid utility, special, and citation charges
• Approved rental car concession agreements with Avis Budget and Enterprise at RST airport
• Authorized development agreement with CF Development, LLC for Cassidy Farms First

City Council - Study Session

The City Council will receive presentations on a citywide fleet evaluation, a transit operations study, and an update on the LINK Rapid Transit project. The council will also set the study session schedule and convene a closed executive session to consider the purchase price of several properties, including parcels from Seneca Foods and Rochester West Campus.

• Citywide Fleet Evaluation Update & Recommendation
• Transit Operations Study
• LINK Rapid Transit Update
• Executive session on property purchases including Seneca Foods, Rochester West Campus, Badger, and 75th AZ LLC parcels

City Council

The City Council will vote on a consent agenda with 22 items, including a $72 million loan for water reclamation plant upgrades, a development agreement for Woodcrest Addition, and appointments to the Police Policy Oversight Commission. Public hearings are scheduled on renewing the Downtown Special Services District and creating a Medical Overlay District. Reports include proposed cannabis regulation amendments and approval of the 2025 Destination Medical Center Corporation budget.

• Loan of up to $72,000,000 for Water Reclamation Plant Liquid and Solids Upgrade (Project J4411)
• 2025 DMCC operating budget of $4,675,650 and 2025-2029 capital plan of $161,530,036
• Text Amendment CD2024-001TA to establish a Medical Overlay District, replacing existing special districts
• Delegation of cannabis registration and regulation to Olmsted County with code amendments
• Up to $60,000 contingency for demolishing 18 manufactured homes at Bob's Trailer Park (1915 Marion Rd SE)

The council adopted a resolution to accept a $72,000,000 loan and related grants for the Water Reclamation Plant upgrade. It also renewed the Downtown Special Services District for 2025‑2034 and approved a series of contracts, licenses, and development agreements. All consent agenda items were approved unanimously.

• Approved $72,000,000 loan and related grants for Water Reclamation Plant upgrade (Resolution 198-24)
• Approved renewal of the Downtown Special Services District (2025‑2034) (Resolution 200-24)
• Approved On‑Sale 2:00 a.m. liquor license for Tollso LLC DBA Lumi Restaurant and Bar (Resolution 193-24)
• Approved contract award to Better Lawns LLC for snow removal services (Resolution 195-24)
• Approved contract with Evans Companies for drainage improvement project, $67,951.10 (Resolution 197-24)
• Authorized contract amendment with WSB for additional design services, $81,700 (Resolution 195-24)
• Authorized development agreement with Commercial Property Management LLC for Woodcrest Addition residential subdivision
• Approved installation of traffic control devices on 22nd Ave NW between East Frontage Rd US 52 NW and 48th St NW

City Council - Study Session

This study session agenda includes four informational presentations: a recap of the recent legislative session, an update on the local sales tax, progress on the Supporting Transformation initiative, and a review of the study session schedule. No voting or public hearings are scheduled.

• Legislative Session Recap
• Local Sales Tax Update
• Supporting Transformation Update
• Study Session Schedule

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting the final environmental review for Mayo Clinic's Bold. Forward. Unbound. initiative. The consent agenda includes a $9.8M accounts payable, a USDOT grant application for South Broadway planning, and a $220,724 contract for pond restoration. Public hearings are set for the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan and a six-lot subdivision. The council will also vote on ordinances allowing golf carts on low-speed streets and amending the Police Policy Oversight Commission.

• Adoption of Final Alternative Urban Areawide Review for Mayo Clinic Bold. Forward. Unbound.
• Request for up to $180,000 in contingency funding to demolish 18 manufactured homes at Bob's Trailer Park (1915 Marion Rd SE).
• Application for a USDOT Reconnecting Communities Grant for planning and design of South Broadway Ave from 9th St SE to Civic Center Dr.
• Ordinance amendments to allow motorized golf carts on streets with speed limits of 25 mph or less.
• Ordinance amendment to establish membership parameters for the Police Policy Oversight Commission.

The City Council approved over $9.8 million in accounts payable and authorized several contracts for snow removal, pond restoration, and home demolition. The council also approved a final plat for a six-lot residential subdivision called Oak Ridge Villas.

• Approved accounts payable disbursements of $9,833,652.78
• Authorized up to $180,000 to demolish 18 manufactured homes at 1915 Marion Rd SE
• Approved contract with S.L. Contracting, Inc. for $220,724.65 for Pond 90 restoration
• Awarded on-call sidewalk snow removal contract to Koball's Poured Walls, Inc.
• Approved Final Plat No. CD2024-023PLAT (Oak Ridge Villas) for six single-family lots
• Authorized a $10,000 grant application for a historic stone wall condition assessment
• Adopted 4.50% interest rate on non-WQPP special assessments (Aug 1, 2024 - July 31, 2025)
• Authorized RFQ/RFP for a Construction Manager at Risk for the Regional Sports & Recreation Complex

City Council - Study Session

This is a study session, not a voting meeting. The City Council will receive presentations on the Unified Development Code yearly clean-up, the Rochester Public Utilities Power Supply Resource Plan, the Clock Tower project, and the upcoming study session schedule.

• Clock Tower project update
• Unified Development Code (UDC) yearly clean-up update
• Rochester Public Utilities Power Supply Resource Plan
• Study session schedule discussion

The City Council held a study session with four presentation items: a clock tower restoration update, the Unified Development Code yearly clean-up, Rochester Public Utilities' power supply resource plan, and the study session schedule. No votes or formal decisions were taken; the session was informational only.

Rochester Economic Development Authority

The Rochester Economic Development Authority will meet to review previous meeting minutes and consider a new development agreement. The body is reviewing an Exclusive Negotiating Rights Agreement with BGD5 Development LLC regarding the former Michael's Restaurant site.

• Exclusive Negotiating Rights Agreement with BGD5 Development LLC for the former Michael's Restaurant site
• Approval of June 17, 2024, meeting minutes

The Rochester Economic Development Authority approved an Exclusive Negotiating Rights Agreement with BGD5 Development LLC for the former Michael's Restaurant site by a 5-2 vote. The board also unanimously approved a motion requiring staff to return within 45 days with a plan to secure the building. The consent agenda, including minutes from the June 17 meeting, was approved unanimously.

• Approved Exclusive Negotiating Rights Agreement with BGD5 Development LLC for former Michael's Restaurant site (5-2)
• Approved motion for staff to return within 45 days with a plan to secure the building (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including June 17, 2024 minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Rochester City Council will consider certifying a 2025 preliminary tax levy of $112,041,952 and a preliminary operating and capital budget of $689,419,593. The consent agenda includes multiple infrastructure contracts, such as a $14.8 million award for the North Broadway reconstruction project and a $1.045 million contract for Second Street parking ramp repairs. Public hearings are scheduled for a vacation petition and the Olmsted County Hazard Mitigation Plan. The council will also discuss a settlement offer for the LINK Bus Rapid Transit project and hold a closed session on eminent domain strategy.

• 2025 preliminary tax levy of $112,041,952 and budget of $689,419,593
• Contract award of $14,813,216.57 to A-1 Excavating LLC for North Broadway reconstruction
• Contract award of $1,045,087.50 to Paragon Restoration II for Second Street parking ramp repairs
• $100,000 loan to Cytotheryx from the Economic Development Fund
• Authorizing property acquisitions and possible eminent domain for LINK Bus Rapid Transit project

The City Council approved several major infrastructure contracts, including a $14.8M road project and a $1M parking ramp repair. The council also authorized property acquisitions for the Link Bus Rapid Transit project and approved a new police supervisors' collective bargaining agreement.

• Awarded $14,813,216.57 contract to A-1 Excavating LLC for North Broadway Reconstruction (Project No. J7341)
• Awarded $1,045,087.50 contract to Paragon Restoration II, Inc. for Second Street Parking Ramp Repairs (Project No. J2594)
• Approved 2025-27 collective bargaining agreement for Police Supervisors (Local 371)
• Authorized property and easement acquisitions for Link Bus Rapid Transit (Project No. J8707), including use of eminent domain if necessary
• Approved $1,490,171 contract with Midwest Mechanical Solutions for Downtown Building Energy Transition Phase 2
• Approved $170,922.85 contract with Beckley’s Office Products for City Hall furniture
• Approved $137,130 contract with Spika Manufacturing for EV bus maintenance stand
• Cancelled $590,523.30 contract with Fitzgerald Excavating & Trucking for pedestrian facilities (Project No. J4692)

Outside Agency Oversight Committee

The Outside Agency Oversight Committee will review financial statements and operating reliance ratios for 10 outside agencies that received 2024 allocations from the City Council. The committee will also approve the fourth-quarter disbursement of funds, totaling $190,893.75, to organizations including 125 Live, the History Center, and RAEDI. Additionally, the committee will consider the financial review of the now-dissolved Human Rights Commission, whose remaining funding supports a phone line.

• Approval of $27,540 fourth-quarter disbursement to 125 Live
• Approval of $44,625 fourth-quarter disbursement to Rochester Art Center
• Approval of $31,250 fourth-quarter disbursement to Rochester Downtown Alliance
• Financial review of dissolved Human Rights Commission phone line (annual cost $25,000, City pays 1/5)
• Note that Small Business Development Center financial statements are not conducive to operating reliance ratio calculation

City Council - Study Session

The Rochester City Council study session on August 26, 2024 will present three items. Council members will hear the recommended operating budget for 2025, the allocations for the 2025 Community Development Block Grant, and the schedule for future study sessions. No formal decisions or votes are indicated on the agenda.

• Recommended 2025 Operating Budget
• 2025 Community Development Block Grant Allocations
• Study Session Schedule

The City Council held a study session to review the Recommended 2025 Operating Budget, 2025 Community Development Block Grant Allocations, and the upcoming study session schedule. Presentations were given by city staff, but no formal votes or decisions were made during the session.

City Council

Council will consider a consent agenda including a $91.3M contract for the Water Reclamation Plant upgrade, a $2.3M engineering contract, and $10.4M in accounts payable. Public hearings will be held on the 2024 Transit Program and the Century Village subdivision plat. Reports will cover a parking system evaluation and a sustainability work plan.

• Approving a $91,289,525 Guaranteed Maximum Price for Water Reclamation Plant Liquid and Solids Upgrade (Project J4411)
• Approving final plat for Century Village, 72 residential lots on 17.80 acres
• First reading of ordinance amending Police Policy Oversight Commission membership
• Transferring city-owned lot at 421 3rd St NW to Three Rivers Community Action for housing
• Adding $50,000 to Community Building Fund for 2025 applications

The City Council approved a guaranteed maximum price of $91,289,525 for the Water Reclamation Plant Liquid and Solids Treatment Upgrade. Other actions included authorizing airport design services, transit camera replacements, and affordable housing tax incentive modifications.

• Approved $91,289,525 contract for Water Reclamation Plant Liquid and Solids Treatment Upgrade (Project No. J4411)
• Authorized $2,303,550 engineering agreement with Brown and Caldwell for Water Reclamation Plant upgrades
• Approved $10,405,752.57 in accounts payable disbursements
• Authorized $136,471.85 for cameras on 25 Rochester Public Transit fixed-route buses
• Awarded $160,606.19 contract to Ti-Zack Concrete, LLC for bus stop improvements
• Authorized $61,627 agreement with Bolton & Menk to update the Comprehensive Plan (P2S Rochester 2040)
• Approved modifications to the Rochester-Olmsted County Affordable Housing 4(d) Tax Classification Incentive Program
• Authorized a full-time Rehab Coordinator/Program Manager role using an EPA Community Change Grant

City Council - Canvassing Board Special Meeting

The City Council is meeting as a canvassing board to certify the August 13, 2024, primary election results. The sole substantive item is adopting a resolution and signing the abstract report for the races for Councilmember-at-large and council representatives for Wards 2, 4, and 6. The meeting otherwise consists of procedural items like the Pledge of Allegiance and adjournment.

• Canvass of the August 13, 2024, Primary Election results for Councilmember-at-large and Wards 2, 4, and 6

The City Council acting as the Canvassing Board adopted Resolution No. 154-24. The board signed the abstract report declaring the results for the August 13, 2024, Primary Election for Councilmember-at-large and representatives for Ward 2, Ward 4, and Ward 6.

• Adopted Resolution No. 154-24 (Unanimous)
• Approved abstract report declaring August 13, 2024, Primary Election results (Unanimous)

City Council - Study Session

This is a special learning session where City Council members will ride an electric bus and tour city facilities, hosted by various City Leadership. The meeting will not be livestreamed or recorded. No votes or formal decisions are scheduled; the agenda is primarily procedural and informational.

• Bus tour of City facilities starting at City Hall Parking Lot, 201 4th St SE
• Study Session Schedule discussion (item A.2)

Outside Agency Oversight Committee

The Outside Agency Oversight Committee will review financial statements and operating reliance ratios for 11 agencies that received City Council-approved allocations for 2024. They will also consider approving the third quarter disbursement of funds totaling approximately $191,000. The agenda includes a special review of the dissolved Human Rights Commission phone line, which continues to operate with City funding.

• Approval of $191,000 in Q3 disbursements to 11 outside agencies, including $27,540 to 125 Live and $44,625 to Rochester Art Center
• Review of the dissolved Human Rights Commission's phone line, costing $25,000 annually with a 1/5 City contribution
• Review of 125 Live's financial statements and operating reliance ratio (2024 allocation: $110,160)
• Review of History Center of Olmsted County's financial statements (2024 allocation: $37,500)
• Approval of minutes from the February 26, 2024 meeting

Outside Agency Oversight Committee

The Outside Agency Oversight Committee will select a chairperson for 2024 and review the minutes from October 10, 2023. The committee is also scheduled to approve the first quarter disbursement of funds for several outside agencies.

• Selection of the 2024 Outside Agency Oversight Committee Chair
• Approval of 2024 first quarter disbursements including $44,625 for Rochester Art Center and $31,250 for Rochester Downtown Alliance
• Review of financial statements and operating resilience ratios for various agencies
• Approval of the 2024 second quarter disbursement of funds