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October 2026<\/span>\n        <h2 class=\"pw5-h2\">2026 Community Update<\/h2>\n        <p class=\"pw5-report-sub\">Working together for strong neighborhoods, quality public spaces and a connected Rochester.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"pw5-letter-card\">\n        <div class=\"pw5-letter-head\">\n          <h2 class=\"pw5-h2\">A Note From Shaun<\/h2>\n          <div class=\"pw5-letter-date\">October 2026<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"pw5-letter-grid\">\n          <div class=\"pw5-letter-photo\">\n            <div class=\"pw5-figure\">\n              <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/palmerward5.org\/rochester-ward-5\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Shaun-Palmer-Rochester-City-Council-Ward-5-2026.jpg\" alt=\"Shaun C. Palmer, Rochester City Council Member for Ward 5\" width=\"652\" height=\"835\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer\">\n            <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"pw5-letter-body\">\n            <p class=\"pw5-letter-lead\">Thank you for staying engaged in Ward 5.<\/p>\n            <p>This year has brought visible progress across our neighborhoods &ndash; from transportation and sidewalk improvements to new recreation amenities and community events.<\/p>\n            <p>I am grateful for every conversation, question and idea that helps inform the work of the City Council.<\/p>\n            <p>I hope this report gives you a useful snapshot of what has been happening in Ward 5 and across Rochester in 2026.<\/p>\n            <div class=\"pw5-sign\">\n              <div class=\"pw5-name\">Shaun C. Palmer<\/div>\n              <div class=\"pw5-role\">Ward 5 City Council Member<\/div>\n              <div class=\"pw5-contact\">\n                PO Box 581 &bull; Rochester, MN 55903<br>\n                <a href=\"tel:5072549484\">507-254-9484<\/a> &bull; <a href=\"mailto:Palmerward5@gmail.com\">Palmerward5@gmail.com<\/a><br>\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/PalmerWard5Rochester\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">facebook.com\/PalmerWard5Rochester<\/a>\n              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <div class=\"pw5-wrap\">\n    <div class=\"pw5-star-band\"><span class=\"pw5-rule\"><\/span><span class=\"pw5-star\">&#9733;<\/span><span class=\"pw5-rule\"><\/span><\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <section class=\"pw5-section\">\n    <div class=\"pw5-wrap\">\n\n      <span class=\"pw5-eyebrow\">Project Progress<\/span>\n      <h2 class=\"pw5-h2\">A Year of Visible Improvements<\/h2>\n      <p class=\"pw5-intro\">Several projects highlighted in last year&rsquo;s report reached important milestones in 2026. These investments support safer travel, better neighborhood connections and more opportunities to enjoy Rochester&rsquo;s public spaces.<\/p>\n\n      <div class=\"pw5-stats\">\n        <div class=\"pw5-stat\"><span class=\"pw5-stat-num\">2026<\/span><span class=\"pw5-stat-label\">North Broadway phase 2<\/span><\/div>\n        <div class=\"pw5-stat\"><span class=\"pw5-stat-num\">AUG.<\/span><span class=\"pw5-stat-label\">Cook Park courts reopened<\/span><\/div>\n        <div class=\"pw5-stat\"><span class=\"pw5-stat-num\">34,000<\/span><span class=\"pw5-stat-label\">Linear feet of sidewalk work planned<\/span><\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"pw5-activity-item\">\n        <div class=\"pw5-activity-grid\">\n          <div class=\"pw5-activity-body\">\n            <h3>North Broadway Reconstruction<\/h3>\n            <p>Work on the North Broadway corridor continued into 2026, including the area between the Silver Lake Bridge and Elton Hills Drive NW. The project improves walking, biking and transit facilities, adds driver safety improvements and strengthens connections to nearby trails and destinations.<\/p>\n            <p>Remaining 2026 work included sidewalks, bus shelters, streetscape features, tree plantings and landscaping.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"pw5-activity-photo\">\n            <div class=\"pw5-figure\">\n              <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/palmerward5.org\/rochester-ward-5\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Palmer-Ward-5-2026-North-Broadway-Reconstruction.jpg\" alt=\"Aerial view of the North Broadway corridor in Rochester Minnesota looking toward downtown\" width=\"800\" height=\"350\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer\">\n            <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <hr class=\"pw5-activity-rule\">\n\n      <div class=\"pw5-activity-item\">\n        <div class=\"pw5-activity-grid\">\n          <div class=\"pw5-activity-body\">\n            <span class=\"pw5-tag\">Reopened in August<\/span>\n            <h3>Cook Park Pickleball Courts<\/h3>\n            <p>The reconstructed courts reopened in August, providing a refreshed neighborhood recreation option and a place for residents to gather and play.<\/p>\n            <p class=\"pw5-thanks\">A special thank you to RAPA for funds contributed for this project!<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"pw5-activity-photo\">\n            <div class=\"pw5-figure\">\n              <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/palmerward5.org\/rochester-ward-5\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Palmer-Ward-5-2026-Cook-Park-Pickleball-Courts.jpg\" alt=\"Reconstructed blue pickleball courts at Cook Park in Rochester Minnesota\" width=\"528\" height=\"396\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer\">\n            <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <hr class=\"pw5-activity-rule\">\n\n      <div class=\"pw5-activity-item\">\n        <div class=\"pw5-activity-grid\">\n          <div class=\"pw5-activity-body\">\n            <h3>Ward 5 Sidewalk Work<\/h3>\n            <p>Rochester&rsquo;s Sidewalk Improvement District work continued in 2026, improving accessibility and pedestrian connections in Ward 5 and across the city.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"pw5-activity-photo\">\n            <div class=\"pw5-figure\">\n              <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/palmerward5.org\/rochester-ward-5\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Palmer-Ward-5-2026-Sidewalk-Work.jpg\" alt=\"New sidewalk construction with safety cones on a Ward 5 residential street in Rochester Minnesota\" width=\"528\" height=\"396\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer\">\n            <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <div class=\"pw5-wrap\">\n    <div class=\"pw5-star-band\"><span class=\"pw5-rule\"><\/span><span class=\"pw5-star\">&#9733;<\/span><span class=\"pw5-rule\"><\/span><\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <section class=\"pw5-section\">\n    <div class=\"pw5-wrap\">\n\n      <span class=\"pw5-eyebrow\">Neighborhood Investments<\/span>\n      <h2 class=\"pw5-h2\">Parks, Recreation and Walkability<\/h2>\n\n      <div class=\"pw5-activity-item\">\n        <div class=\"pw5-activity-grid\">\n          <div class=\"pw5-activity-body\">\n            <h3>Silver Lake Pool &amp; Splash Pad<\/h3>\n            <p>The all-new Silver Lake Pool was completed in summer 2026. Amenities include a 25-yard activity and lap pool with zero-entry ramp, a climbing wall, aqua zip, basketball hoop and a new pool house.<\/p>\n            <p>The updated aquatic area adds another family-friendly destination at Silver Lake Park.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"pw5-activity-photo\">\n            <div class=\"pw5-figure\">\n              <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/palmerward5.org\/rochester-ward-5\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Palmer-Ward-5-2026-Silver-Lake-Pool-Splash-Pad.jpg\" alt=\"New splash pad with spray hoops and picnic tables at Silver Lake Park in Rochester Minnesota\" width=\"661\" height=\"495\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer\">\n            <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <hr class=\"pw5-activity-rule\">\n\n      <div class=\"pw5-activity-item\">\n        <div class=\"pw5-activity-grid\">\n          <div class=\"pw5-activity-body\">\n            <h3>FORWARD at Cook Park<\/h3>\n            <p>A neighborhood park concert paired live music with a chance to celebrate improvements at Cook Park. Rochester Public Music&rsquo;s FORWARD series continues to bring free performances and community connection into neighborhood parks.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"pw5-activity-photo\">\n            <div class=\"pw5-figure\">\n              <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/palmerward5.org\/rochester-ward-5\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Palmer-Ward-5-2026-FORWARD-Cook-Park.jpg\" alt=\"Speakers on the FORWARD Park Concerts stage at Cook Park in Rochester Minnesota\" width=\"660\" height=\"495\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer\">\n            <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"pw5-callout\">\n        <h3>Why These Investments Matter<\/h3>\n        <p>Parks, sidewalks and neighborhood gathering spaces are everyday infrastructure. They support health, accessibility, recreation and stronger connections between neighbors. Continued investment in these places helps make Rochester more welcoming and easier to navigate for residents of all ages.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <div class=\"pw5-wrap\">\n    <div class=\"pw5-star-band\"><span class=\"pw5-rule\"><\/span><span class=\"pw5-star\">&#9733;<\/span><span class=\"pw5-rule\"><\/span><\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <section class=\"pw5-section\">\n    <div class=\"pw5-wrap\">\n\n      <span class=\"pw5-eyebrow\">Ward 5 in the Community<\/span>\n      <h2 class=\"pw5-h2\">Showing Up, Connecting and Celebrating<\/h2>\n      <p class=\"pw5-intro\">Community life is about more than projects. It is also the conversations, celebrations and shared experiences that bring Rochester residents together. Here are a few moments from 2026.<\/p>\n\n      <div class=\"pw5-events\">\n\n        <div class=\"pw5-event\">\n          <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/palmerward5.org\/rochester-ward-5\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Palmer-Ward-5-2026-Silver-Lake-Pool-Opening.jpg\" alt=\"Park Board and City Council members at the Silver Lake Pool opening in Rochester Minnesota\" width=\"474\" height=\"341\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer\">\n          <div class=\"pw5-event-body\">\n            <span class=\"pw5-event-date\">June 2026<\/span>\n            <h3>Silver Lake Pool Opening<\/h3>\n            <p>Park Board and City Council members attend the Silver Lake Pool opening.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"pw5-event\">\n          <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/palmerward5.org\/rochester-ward-5\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Palmer-Ward-5-2026-Safe-City-Nights.jpg\" alt=\"Shaun Palmer with City Council members and community members at a Rochester Safe City Nights event\" width=\"612\" height=\"344\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer\">\n          <div class=\"pw5-event-body\">\n            <span class=\"pw5-event-date\">June &ndash; August 2026<\/span>\n            <h3>Safe City Nights<\/h3>\n            <p>Free community events created welcoming opportunities to meet neighbors, elected officials and public safety staff.<\/p>\n            <div class=\"pw5-event-stat\"><strong>4,400<\/strong> hot dogs were served this summer!<\/div>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"pw5-event\">\n          <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/palmerward5.org\/rochester-ward-5\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Palmer-Ward-5-2026-World-Cup-Watch-Party.jpg\" alt=\"Crowd of soccer fans at a downtown Rochester World Cup watch party\" width=\"612\" height=\"344\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer\">\n          <div class=\"pw5-event-body\">\n            <span class=\"pw5-event-date\">June 12, 2026<\/span>\n            <h3>World Cup Soccer<\/h3>\n            <p>A downtown watch gathering brought soccer fans together for a shared community experience.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"pw5-event\">\n          <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/palmerward5.org\/rochester-ward-5\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Palmer-Ward-5-2026-Rochesterfest-Parade.jpg\" alt=\"Rochester City Council members carrying a City Council banner in the Rochesterfest Parade\" width=\"612\" height=\"344\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer\">\n          <div class=\"pw5-event-body\">\n            <span class=\"pw5-event-date\">June 27, 2026<\/span>\n            <h3>Rochesterfest Parade<\/h3>\n            <p>City Council members joined residents in one of Rochester&rsquo;s signature summer traditions.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"pw5-event\">\n          <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/palmerward5.org\/rochester-ward-5\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Palmer-Ward-5-2026-4th-Fest.jpg\" alt=\"Live music on the main stage at Rochester 4th Fest Independence Day celebration\" width=\"612\" height=\"344\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer\">\n          <div class=\"pw5-event-body\">\n            <span class=\"pw5-event-date\">July 4, 2026<\/span>\n            <h3>4th Fest<\/h3>\n            <p>Live music and family activities brought residents together for Rochester&rsquo;s Independence Day celebration.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"pw5-event\">\n          <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/palmerward5.org\/rochester-ward-5\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Palmer-Ward-5-2026-Night-to-Unite.jpg\" alt=\"Ward 5 neighbors gathered outdoors for Night to Unite in Rochester Minnesota\" width=\"613\" height=\"345\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer\">\n          <div class=\"pw5-event-body\">\n            <span class=\"pw5-event-date\">August 4, 2026<\/span>\n            <h3>Night to Unite<\/h3>\n            <p>Neighborhood gatherings helped residents connect with one another and local public safety partners.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n      <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <section class=\"pw5-section pw5-issues\">\n    <div class=\"pw5-wrap\">\n      <span class=\"pw5-eyebrow\">Communication<\/span>\n      <h2 class=\"pw5-h2\">Stay Connected With Ward 5<\/h2>\n      <p class=\"pw5-intro\">Open communication remains a priority. Questions, concerns and ideas from residents help identify issues early and shape better decisions for Rochester.<\/p>\n      <div class=\"pw5-cards\">\n        <div class=\"pw5-card\">\n          <h3>Community Meet-Ups<\/h3>\n          <p>Watch the Ward 5 Facebook page for opportunities to stop by, ask questions and talk about neighborhood issues.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"pw5-card\">\n          <h3>Facebook<\/h3>\n          <p>Follow <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/PalmerWard5Rochester\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">PalmerWard5Rochester<\/a> for city updates, local events and ways to participate.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"pw5-card\">\n          <h3>Direct Contact<\/h3>\n          <p>Call <a href=\"tel:5072549484\">507-254-9484<\/a> or email <a href=\"mailto:Palmerward5@gmail.com\">Palmerward5@gmail.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <section class=\"pw5-section\">\n    <div class=\"pw5-wrap\">\n      <div class=\"pw5-ahead\">\n        <span class=\"pw5-eyebrow\">Future<\/span>\n        <h2 class=\"pw5-h2\">Looking Ahead<\/h2>\n        <p>I am grateful for the opportunity to serve Ward 5 and to work alongside residents who care deeply about Rochester. As projects move forward and new questions arise, I will continue to focus on practical improvements, strong neighborhoods and responsive city government. Thank you for being part of the conversation.<\/p>\n        <div class=\"pw5-involved\">\n          <h3>Stay Involved<\/h3>\n          <p>City Council meeting information and public participation details are available at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochestermn.gov\/government\/city-council\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rochestermn.gov\/government\/city-council<\/a>.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <section class=\"pw5-section\">\n    <div class=\"pw5-wrap\">\n      <h2 class=\"pw5-h2\">Helpful Contacts<\/h2>\n      <div class=\"pw5-contacts-box\">\n        <div class=\"pw5-contact-row\">Rochester non-emergency &mdash; <a href=\"tel:311\">311<\/a><\/div>\n        <div class=\"pw5-contact-row\">Parks &amp; Recreation &mdash; <a href=\"tel:5073282525\">507-328-2525<\/a><\/div>\n        <div class=\"pw5-contact-row\">Public Works &mdash; <a href=\"tel:5073286890\">507-328-6890<\/a><\/div>\n        <div class=\"pw5-contact-row\">Planning &amp; Zoning &mdash; <a href=\"tel:5073287100\">507-328-7100<\/a><\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <div class=\"pw5-wrap\">\n    <p class=\"pw5-disclaimer\">This report was paid for by Shaun C. 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