Rochester-Olmsted Council of Governments

01/15/2026

Interested in long range transportation planning in Olmsted County, there is a citizen representative position vacancy on Rochester-Olmsted Council of Governments (ROCOG). ROCOG meets the fourth Wednesday of each month at noon. Here is link to additional information and to apply on line for this volunteer position. Deadline for applications is Friday, January 23, 2026.

Send a message to learn more

07/24/2025

What will transportation look like in 2050? 🚗
Come find out! 🛣️

The Rochester-Olmsted Council of Governments (ROCOG) will be at the Olmsted County Fair on Today, July 24 from 12–6 PM in the Floral Building.

We’re talking Metropolitan Transportation Plan 2050 — and we want your input! This plan will guide transportation priorities and projects across Olmsted County for the next 25 years.

📍 Stop by to:
✔️ Learn about the plan
✔️ Ask questions
✔️ Share your thoughts

07/16/2025

Help make our roads safer for everyone!

ROCOG is developing a Safety Action Plan to reduce serious crashes in the Olmsted County area and we want your input.
Visit our project website to share your transportation safety concerns using the interactive map:
https://rocog-gis-olmsted.hub.arcgis.com/pages/ss4a

You can also find us at community events this summer, including Byron Good Neighbor Days and Eyota Days this Saturday, July 19.

05/15/2025

🚗🚲 What does the future of transportation look like to you? Help ROCOG plan for 2050! Stop by the MTP 2050 Pop-Up Tent on Saturday, May 17 at the Rochester Farmers Markets, next to the RFM info tent!

🗺️ Share your thoughts on regional transportation
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Enjoy a fun, family-friendly activity
🌱 Take home a spring seed packet!

Your input helps shape a more connected, sustainable future. Let’s plan it together!

04/25/2025

🚗🚲 Help shape the future of transportation in our region with ROCOG!
Join us for the MTP 2050 Pop-Up Event on Saturday, April 25 at Oxbow Park in Byron from 10AM–2PM.
🗺️ Share your input
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Participate in a family-friendly activity and receive a seed packet to grow this spring!
🍪 Grab a snack
Your voice matters—let’s build a better tomorrow together!

02/21/2025

ROCOG staff is currently updating our area’s Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP). Learn more about the MTP and how you can participate in this project.

This site will provide users with information on ROCOG's update of the Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) and tools for participating in the planning process.

08/27/2024

The Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) is a required document that lists all major transportation projects in the Rochester-Olmsted County area for the next four years. It includes roadway, transit, bicycle, and pedestrian improvements that are federally funded or important to the region. Learn more about it at today's virtual open house at noon! https://www.olmstedcounty.gov/government/county-news-events/county-news/2025-2028-transportation-improvement-program-tip-open-houses

08/08/2024

Did you know, the Transporation Improvement Program (TIP) is a capital program of proposed federal and state funded transportation improvements? Learn more about them at our upcoming open houses: https://bit.ly/4dDfDqv

03/22/2024

The regular scheduled meeting for ROCOG will be Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at 12:00 PM, 2122 Campus Drive SE, Conference Room A, Rochester, MN.

Below is a link to the Meeting Agenda.

10/30/2023

The public is invited to a meeting to learn more about the interchange design, planned improvements, construction staging, detour information and project schedule. There is not a formal presentation. Attendees can stop by at any time.

Date: Thursday, Nov. 9, 2023
Time: 3:30-5:30 p.m.
Location: Southeast Service Cooperative’s Wood Lake Meeting Center, 210 Wood Lake Drive SE, Rochester, MN