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Latest DMC Press Release
DMC Opens Third Round of Main Street Economic Revitalization Grant Program
Destination Medical Center Economic Development Agency (DMC EDA), in partnership with the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, is excited to announce the launch of the third round of the Main Street Economic Revitalization Grant program, opening today. With over $720,000 in total funding available, this program provides matching grants to help local businesses improve their properties and contribute to a vibrant, welcoming Rochester. "Investing in our Main Street businesses strengthens the fabric of our community," said Patrick Seeb, Executive Director of DMC EDA. "This grant program has already helped revitalize Rochester’s business corridors, and we look forward to supporting even more projects that enhance our city’s economic vitality." Program Details Grants of up to $175,000 are available per project, covering up to 30% of total project costs. Awards will be determined based on demand, and applicants may receive less than requested. Eligible businesses must be located in one of the following areas:- The DMC District – Priority will be given to businesses near the Link Bus Rapid Transit corridor.
- The Lowertown Neighborhood – Home to over 100 businesses within walking distance of downtown.
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DMC Development Plan
DMC Development Plan Executive Summary
Don’t have time to read the 700 page document? This is a condensed 50 page document that highlights priorities for the first five years and DMC project approval criteria.
View/Download DMC Development Plan Executive summary – 62 pages, 23 MB (PDF) »
Comprehensive DMC Development Plan
DMC is guided by a comprehensive, 20-year development plan that serves as a strategic business plan and framework for implementation of the initiative.
View/Download Full DMC Development Plan – 694 pages, 113 MB (PDF) »
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Five-Year Update to the DMC Development Plan
Forward: Creating Rochester’s Future
In 2020, the Destination Medical Center Corporation Board and City of Rochester approved a 5-year update to the DMC Development Plan, which was adopted in 2015 and provides a framework for implementing the mission of the DMCC to transform Rochester, Minnesota as a global destination for health and wellness.
The purpose of the 5-year update, which is required by state statute, is to tailor economic development strategies to market conditions, to account for how DMC catalyzed for economic growth from 2015-2019 and to gather community input.
DMC Leadership
The Destination Medical Center Corporation serves as the governing board responsible for providing oversight and ensuring that planning and implementation of the DMC initiative supports the legislative intent and public purpose as defined in the statute.
The non-profit DMC Economic Development Agency (EDA) is a private economic development corporation authorized by the DMC statute to provide services to the DMC Corporation.
For more info, visit the DMC Leadership page.
