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Rochester-Olmsted Council of Governments seeks public input on regional transportation Safety Action Plan

Rochester-Olmsted Council of Governments seeks public input on regional transportation Safety Action Plan

Community engagement opportunities through August 24, 2025

We want to hear from you Rochester-Olmsted Council of Governments Safety Action Plan

Rochester-Olmsted Council of Governments seeks public input on regional transportation Safety Action Plan

Community engagement opportunities through August 24, 2025

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  • Jul 17, 2025

The Rochester-Olmsted Council of Governments is developing a new plan aimed at making roads in Olmsted County safer for everyone. The comprehensive Safety Action Plan is part of the federal Safe Streets and Roads for All program. 

Olmsted County Parks and Trails launches survey and invites input on future of county parks

Olmsted County Parks and Trails launches survey and invites input on future of county parks

Surveys will be accepted through August 31, 2025

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Olmsted County Parks and Trails launches survey and invites input on future of county parks

Surveys will be accepted through August 31, 2025

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  • Jun 25, 2025

Olmsted County is seeking public input to help shape the future of its parks through a community survey. The county is currently updating its park master plans and wants to ensure local voices are reflected in the process. 

Sponsor a campsite at Chester Woods Park holiday light festival

Sponsor a campsite at Chester Woods Park holiday light festival

Local businesses invited to reserve sites for December drive-thru event

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Sponsor a campsite at Chester Woods Park holiday light festival

Local businesses invited to reserve sites for December drive-thru event

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  • Jun 18, 2025

Friends of Chester Woods, in partnership with Olmsted County volunteers, is excited to announce Employers of Olmsted Light Festival (E.L.F.) — a drive-thru holiday light experience taking place at Chester Woods Park over the first three weekends of December 2025. 

  • Rochester-Olmsted Council of Governments seeks public input on regional transportation Safety Action Plan
    Rochester-Olmsted Council of Governments seeks public input on regional transportation Safety Action Plan

    Rochester-Olmsted Council of Governments seeks public input on regional transportation Safety Action Plan

    Community engagement opportunities through August 24, 2025

    Rochester-Olmsted Council of Governments seeks public input on regional transportation Safety Action Plan

    Community engagement opportunities through August 24, 2025

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    • Jul 17, 2025
    We want to hear from you Rochester-Olmsted Council of Governments Safety Action Plan

    The Rochester-Olmsted Council of Governments is developing a new plan aimed at making roads in Olmsted County safer for everyone. The comprehensive Safety Action Plan is part of the federal Safe Streets and Roads for All program. 

    • Read more about Rochester-Olmsted Council of Governments seeks public input on regional transportation Safety Action Plan
  • Applications open for Olmsted County cannabis mezzobusiness registrations on July 14
    Applications open for Olmsted County cannabis mezzobusiness registrations on July 14

    Applications open for Olmsted County cannabis mezzobusiness registrations on July 14

    Applications open for Olmsted County cannabis mezzobusiness registrations on July 14

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    • Jul 8, 2025
    Olmsted County cannabis regulations, image of cannabis related products

    Olmsted County is opening the registration lottery application for cannabis mezzobusinesses soon. Starting July 14, 2025, representatives from interested businesses have 10 business days to apply.

    • Read more about Applications open for Olmsted County cannabis mezzobusiness registrations on July 14
  • Chester Woods Park celebrates 30 years
    Chester Woods Park celebrates 30 years

    Chester Woods Park celebrates 30 years

    Free family-friendly anniversary event on July 12, 2025

    Chester Woods Park celebrates 30 years

    Free family-friendly anniversary event on July 12, 2025

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    • Jul 7, 2025
    Two men canoeing at Chester Woods park

    Chester Woods Park is turning 30, and Olmsted County invites the community to celebrate this milestone with a full day of family-friendly fun on Saturday, July 12, 2025.

    • Read more about Chester Woods Park celebrates 30 years
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