"... an incredible groundswell of support has formed to realize more equitable outcomes for the neighborhood and specifically the African American community—in housing, business formation, ownership, wealth creation, health, wellness and environmental justice, and social advancement—while preserving the unique character of the Rondo legacy."

Urban Land Institute, Advisory Panel Report

Zoom Series

Register for any of our Zoom Engagement Series below!

Learn more about the creation of an African American cultural enterprise district connected by a land bridge. Ask questions, exchange ideas, provide commentary, and offer solutions.

February X: Relaunch and Learn

Reconnect Rondo has gone through some internal changes. Learn about or get reacquainted with RCR & hear of its proposed land bridge concept.

Date and Time: XX:XX AM/PM on XX/XX/XXXX

Presenters: Keith Baker, RCR Managing Director and Mr. Anderson, RCR Board Chair

March X: Rondo's History, Healing, and Renaissance

Learn more about Historic Rondo, the iconic African American community damaged by the construction of I-94. Let's discuss the community's healing process as a step towards a renaissance.

Date and Time: XX:XX AM/PM on XX/XX/XXXX

Presenters: Nieeta P, Rondo's Legacy Family Member and Kizzy D, Model Cities/Rondo Roundtable Collaborative Member

April X: Connecting the Land Bridge to MnDOT's ReThink I-94

At a healing ceremony in the summer of 2015, the MnDOT commissioner formally apologized to the Rondo community for past transportation policies and practices that dismantled the neighborhood. Thereafter, MnDOT formed Rethinking I-94, promising better transportation planning as it develops a new vision for I-94 between Minneapolis and St. Paul. Hear how RCR is looking to leverage the opportunity in support of community benefits.

Date and Time: XX:XX AM/PM on XX/XX/XXXX

Presenters: Cyrus XX, MnDOT Title and Keith Baker, RCR Managing Director

May X: Community Update

Attend our scheduled community updates to learn about real-time activities associated with the proposed land bridge project.

Please take a look at the drop down to see our upcoming Zoom Series

June X: Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats

Join us in doing a “SWOT” Analysis of neighborhood revitalization. Give us your ideas to get ahead of community change to minimize the negatives affects like gentrification, displacement and maximize the positives like jobs, business development, cultural tourism and more.

Date and Time: XX:XX AM/PM on XX/XX/XXXX

Presenters: Veronica Burt, RCR Community Engagement Team

July X: Key Revitalization Concepts and Terms

Environmental Justice, Title VI, Equity, Equitable Development, Transportation Equity, Restorative Justice, NEPA/MEPA, Cultural Districts & Tourism, Placemaking, Community Benefits, Land Bridge, Asset Based Planning, Sustainability, Ecological/Greening, Historic Preservation, Organizing/Engagement, Wealth Building, Land use, Infrastructure Improvements + more … What do all these terms mean? Come learn about these concepts and more regarding the revitalization of Rondo.

Date and Time: XX:XX AM/PM on XX/XX/XXXX

Presenters: XX, LISC; XX, Alliance; XX, MnDOT/RCR Attorneys

August X: Healing the Community - Identifying Needs and Aspirations

Converse and collaborate with RCR and share what you want for the future of Rondo. Come share your visions, dreams, and aspirations.

Date and Time: XX:XX AM/PM on XX/XX/XXXX

Presenters: Veronica Burt, RCR Engagement Team

September X: Community Update

Attend our scheduled community updates to learn about real-time activities associated with the proposed land bridge project.

Date and Time: XX:XX AM/PM on XX/XX/XXXX

Presenters: XXXX

October X: Ownership Model

To help restore African American ownership and self-determination, the goal of the land bridge is to support community ownership. Come learn and share your thoughts about influencing what is placed on top of the land bridge and increasing the opportunity for locally owned homes and businesses.

Date and Time: XX:XX AM/PM on XX/XX/XXXX

Presenters: Keith Baker, RCR Managing Director

November X: Community Update

Attend our scheduled community updates to learn about real-time activities associated with the proposed land bridge project.

Date and Time: XX:XX AM/PM on XX/XX/XXXX

Presenters: XXXX

"At Rondo, the Intergenerational Wealth Gap that was caused by I-94 and poor land use and planning resulted in a loss of at least $90 million by 2018 ... In the 1980s, when many of the original Rondo owners passed their houses on to their children, the equity that would have been passed had these houses not been razed ($20M) would have gotten full degrees for 2,800 kids at the University of Minnesota"

Yorth Group, "Restorative Rondo: Building Equity for All (add link to RCR website)"

Bring Your Ideas & Stories to the Table!

Visit our ideas wall to share your thoughts and/or concerns about the topic area(s) most important to you. Also, complete the brief survey associated with the topic area(s). Use our interactive map to share with us your knowledge of the Rondo boundaries as well as discussed the community's history and story. Feel free to browse our website or attend our Zoom Series to learn more.

Ideas Wall and Survey

Respond to the ideas wall and fill out the corresponding survey on your chosen topic(s) of interest!

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Interactive Map

Provide feedback on Rondo's boundaries and share key personalities, stories, and events!

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