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M y name is Ayodeji Emmanuel Oyebola. I am the founder of a business that provides management and consulting services to small businesses. We help business owners take care of the tedious stuff so that they can focus on what they do best and grow their businesses. Based on my humble beginnings, I am a firm believer in the underdog story. I believe that small businesses can thrive and compete at the highest level with the proper support structure. We have heard several times that small businesses are the engines of the economy. However, most small businesses do not have access to the knowledge and resources that big businesses have, limiting their ability to compete favorably. Creative resources and education can help small businesses keep their engines firing on all cylinders. I joined SCORE as a Subject Matter Expert to share my knowledge and experience with small business owners and entrepreneurs. I lead workshops on topics such as financial management, strategy management, process improvement, and leadership. I enjoy working with startups and small businesses because they have products that meet people’s immediate needs and ideas that can change the world. SCORE can assist YOU with FREE business mentoring on almost any issue in which you need help, from pre-planning, to startup, to helping an existing business, or even, exiting a business. Don’t need assistance? You can share your expertise and experience by joining us as a SCORE volunteer. Mentoring is fun and can make a real difference to local businesses. To acquire a Mentor or become a Volunteer, visit: http://WWW.SEMNSCORE.ORG and follow the prompts or give us a call at 507-200-0760. SCORE Business Mentoring
UDC Update
T he City of Rochester is currently updating the City’s zoning ordinance, which regulates the manner in which private property can be developed. The new zoning ordinance (known as the Unified Development Code) is being drafted in three major installments. Installment 2, which regulates site development and project appearance, was released in May. As part of the City of Rochester’s efforts to engage with the community, the Community Development Department will be hosting virtual and in person opportunities to discuss this installment and collect community member, business, and organization feedback. Community Development will seek public comment through: Virtual Q&A cafes; Neighborhood Week, a new outdoor event at a city park in each quadrant; community events such as Thursdays Downtown and the Farmer’s Market; presentations at neighborhood meetings; and various targeted outreach. Light food and refreshments will be served at each event and no RSVP is required. Visit https://bit.ly/2TO7E6G for a complete schedule of the public engagement events. The entire UDC Installment 2 draft is now accessible via the project website. The goal is to have the Unified Development Code finished by late 2021 and approved in 2022.
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August 2021
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