MPR News · 28 Sep, 09:00 · Business briefing

As Rochester builds Destination Medical Center, some businesses say they're falling off the map

Rochester is currently expanding its Destination Medical Center, a major initiative designed to boost healthcare innovation and economic growth.

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Rochester is currently expanding its Destination Medical Center, a major initiative designed to boost healthcare innovation and economic growth. However, recent reporting highlights that while the medical sector thrives, surrounding local businesses feel increasingly marginalised. These smaller enterprises report being overlooked in the broader development narrative, suggesting a potential disconnect between large-scale infrastructure projects and wider community economic integration. This tension raises questions about equitable growth and the sustainability of local commercial ecosystems amidst rapid, specialised urban expansion.

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