Rochester City Council Announces Review Process For 2020-21 City Budget

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the City Council has made the decision to conduct Budget Hearings via videoconference on June 10.

Rochester School No. 50 Joins List Of Meal Distribution Sites Effective Monday, May 18

City R-Center locations are open from 8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., also on Monday through Friday. The complete list of current distribution sites is:

Bicycle Boulevards Implementation Project In Rochester City

The purpose of this project is to design all of the traffic calming elements, bicycle wayfinding signage and pavement markings.

Rochester Land Bank To Hold Monthly Meeting May 21

Due to COVID19 social distancing guidelines, the meeting will be conducted online and made available to public via teleconference on May 21.

City of Rochester Mount Hope Avenue Infrastructure Improvement Project Update

An infrastructure-improvement project on Mount Hope, will begin May 18 and alter traffic pattern until the end of 2020.

Rochester City Council And Board Of Education Joint Budget Meeting

The Rochester Board of Education will participate in a joint budget meeting with Rochester City Council on May 13 via ZOOM.

Statement From Rochester City Council President Loretta C. Scott Regarding Today's Court Decision

Court’s decision negates the will of citizens of Rochester, and the City Council stands ready to appeal Judge Ark’s ruling to higher courts.

Rochester Mayor Warren Announces Protective Masks To Be Mailed To City Residents

Nearly 96,000 homes will receive five masks each for a total distribution of nearly 480,000 masks.

Statement From Rochester Police Accountability Board Chair Shani Wilson

Our intent is to continue to do the work for which we have been appointed and within the confines of the law.

Rochester’s Department Of Environmental Services Will Resume Bulk Refuse Collection From May 18

Bulk items include furniture, tree branches and other large items that don’t fit within the usual refuse toters.

Rochester Public Market Announces Special Events Cancellations, Changes

The Rochester Public Market remains open with regular hours.

Rochester City Council Meetings May 2020

All meetings will instead be streamed live online on the City Council’s Facebook Page.

Rochester Public Libraries Expand Reference Services

Patrons in need of assistance can call 585-428-8066 and leave a message for library staff, who will return the call within 48 hours.

Rochester Police Accountability Board Continues Search For Executive Director

Executive Director position for the Police Accountability Board (PAB) has been posted, and applicants may apply through June 10, 2020.

Concerts By Shore Series At Ontario Beach Park In Rochester Cancelled

Due to the ongoing COVID-19 crisis, the 2020 season of “Concerts by the Shore” at Ontario Beach Park has been cancelled for this summer.

City Of Rochester Public Meeting Notice For May 5, 2020

The following City Of Rochester public meeting is scheduled for May 5, 2020.

Rochester Traffic To Be Affected On Scottsville Road

From April 30, traffic on Scottsville Road (from Moore Road to Kingsboro Road) will be affected due to milling and paving operations.

City Of Rochester Offering Property Tax Payment Agreements To Owners In Need

"Residents in need of assistance can visit cityofrochester.gov/taxagreement to request an agreement which allows for delayed."

City Of Rochester Motorist Advisory

On Monday, April 27 through Tuesday, April 28, there will be no on-street parking on Alexander Street between Main Street and East Avenue.

Rochester City To Open 30 Day On-Line Public Comment On HUD Funding Documents

Rochester City is inviting residents to participate in a 30 day Public Display and Comment Period to review draft documents for HUD Project.

Rochester City Council Finance Committee Meeting

All meetings will instead be streamed live online on the City Council’s Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/RochesterCityCouncil/).

Rochester City Publishes Updated Schedule Of Meetings During April

All meetings will instead be streamed live online on the City Council’s Facebook and Youtube Pages.

Rochester News Release - A Ramadan Message From Mayor Lovely A. Warren

"The principals and virtues of Ramadan can serve as guidance for all, binding us together in harmony and in love as one human family."

Statement From Rochester Mayor Warren On Passing Of Donald Starver

"I offer my condolences to his family and many friends and associates in City government and throughout our community."

Adjusted Hours In Effect At Rochester R-Center Meal Distribution Sites

Starting Monday, April 20, four additional school sites will begin distributing meals.

Rochester City Council Approves Legislation To Advance 3 ‘keystone’ Housing Developments

Rochester City Council has approved legislation to advance three affordable and workforce housing developments.

Rochester Public Market Cancels Special Events For April Due To Coronavirus Pandemic

All future special events scheduled to take place at the Market have currently been placed on hold until further notice.

Rochester La Marketa Community Business Resource Meeting Scheduled For April 20 Is Canceled

The La Marketa Community Business Resource Meeting that was scheduled to take place on April 20, 2020 has been canceled.

Rochester Mayor Warren Announces Pad Lab - At Home Video Activity Series

News Media: For more information, contact Bill Schwappacher at 428-6016.

Rochester City Council Updated Council Meetings April 2020

The following is a list of meetings to be held by the Rochester City Council for the month of April 2020.

Rochester City Council Meetings April 2020

4:30 PM                             Agenda Review                Streamed on Facebook & YouTube

Rochester City Pauses Bulk Refuse Collection During Coronavirus Outbreak

From April 6, the City of Rochester’s Department of Environmental Services will pause bulk refuse collection until further notice.

Big Band Dances At Ontario Beach Park Cancelled For April

The status of Big Band Dances currently scheduled for the month of May will be determined later in April.

Outdoor Public Recreational Facilities Close In Response To NYS Pause Order

All City of Rochester playgrounds, outdoor fitness equipment and athletic fields are closed until further notice.

Coronavirus: Rochester Public Libraries Offering Mobile Hotspots

Five hundred additional mobile hotspots are now available for residents to borrow from the Central Library.

Rochester's March 28 Black Heritage Gala Postponed

The Community and College Gospel Explosion at First Genesis Baptist Church from 6 – 9 p.m. April 4 has been canceled.

Coronavirus: Rochester Central Library, Neighborhood Branches Suspend Programming

The Rochester Public Library will suspend library programs at its Central Library and 10 city neighborhood branches.

Rochester Motorists Advised To Show Caution During Winter Storm

“Rochesterians are used to snow and ice, but it is never a good idea to be complacent when dealing with Mother Nature.

Rochester City Council Swearing-In Ceremony

The City Council will hold its biennial Swearing-In Ceremony and Organizational Meeting at 3:30pm in the City Council Chambers at City Hall.

Rochester’s Connie Andolino Turns 103 at Creekview

Once Highly Outgoing, Very Popular With Many Friends and Loved Dancing, Connie Hasn't Missed a Beat