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Rochester is a city where world-changing breakthroughs meet genuine, hardworking people connected by the traditions we share, the opportunities we embrace, and the progress we seek. 

Tuesday, Oct 15

Featured Stories

Photo of youth in D.C. for the Safe to Be Smart library trip.

Rochester Central Library makes local history: First public library to send youth to nation’s capital
Design concept rendering for Aqueduct Reimagined.

Updated design concept for Aqueduct Reimagined

This project will establish pedestrian and bicycle waterfront connections along both sides of the Genesee River in Downtown Rochester.
Web graphic for NIA program.

City launches new Neighbors In Action (NIA) program

Residents and neighborhood and local organizations will be able to apply for City resources and small grants to support community-driven projects. 
Logo for the Just Law program.

Just Law: Teaching youth about our legal system

Just Law is a program to educate 6th through 9th grade students about the U.S. legal system.

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Popular Resources

Permits for events on City property
Resolving Your Traffic Violation
R-Central
SNAP Benefits At The Market
Office of Financial Empowerment
Athletic Programs
Marriage Licenses
Contracts, Bids, & RFPs
Rochester 2034

Upcoming

Oct
15
October 15
11:00 a.m.

Food for Thought: Book Discussion Group (online)
Oct
15
October 15
6:00 p.m.

Men of Impact: Mentoring Youth, Building Community
Oct
16
October 16
6:00 p.m.

Understanding Small Business Taxes: Part 3 of 4
Oct
16
October 16
7:00 p.m.

Empower Her: Creations & Conversations
Photo of kids cheering at a summer camp in Rochester.
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Oct
08
October 08
3 - 5:30 p.m.

Examining Board of Plumbers

Monthly Examining Board of Plumbers public meeting.

City Council Chambers City Hall, Room 302A 30 Church Street Rochester, NY 14614 United States
Examining Board of Plumbers
Oct
15
October 15
5:30 - 7 p.m.

Virtual Arts & Culture Plan Community Meeting

The City of Rochester is hosting meetings to present and gather feedback on a collaborative Arts & Culture Plan, a key recommendation of the Rochester 2034 Comprehensive Plan.

City/County Arts and Culture Plan
Oct
15
October 15
5:30 - 7 p.m.

Southwest Quadrant Neighbors in Action (NIA) community input meeting

As part of the NIA initiative, neighborhood organizations and residents will have access to City resources and small grants to support community-driven projects.

Arnett Branch Library 310 Arnett Boulevard Rochester, NY 14619 United States
Neighbors in Action (NIA)
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Meet the Mayor

Formal headshot of Mayor Malik Evans

Mayor Malik D. Evans

Malik D. Evans is the 71st Mayor of Rochester. As the leader of the City’s executive branch, Mayor Evans is committed to promoting positive, systemic and structural change by providing transparent and collaborative leadership, offering equitable access to essential municipal services, enabling productive intergovernmental, private, and non-profit partnerships, and promoting increased quality of life through investments that create vibrant neighborhoods and employment opportunities, making Rochester a hope-filled city with an exciting future. He was inaugurated on Jan. 1, 2022.

About the Mayor

City Council

Meet Your Councilmembers

City Council is comprised of five at-large members who represent the entire city and four district members who are the voice for the South, Northwest, East, and Northeast sections of the city.  All Councilmembers serve a four year term in office. 

About City Council

City Council Chambers
By the Numbers

Rochester is Growing

88
Parks
209,352
City Residents
400+
Events Per Year
589,973
Regional Employees

Data courtesy: U.S. Census, NYS DOL, and City of Rochester