Genesee Street Improvement Project

Project Description

This project includes the street reconstruction of Genesee Street from Scottsville Rd/Elmwood Ave to Brooks Ave/South Plymouth Ave. Improvements will include, but are not limited to pavement reconstruction, new curbs, sidewalks, curb ramps, driveway aprons, drainage basins, water main, water services, hydrants, street lighting, signals, signage, pavement markings, tree plantings, and other various streetscape improvements. Recommendations for bicycle facilities, parking regulation changes, curb bump-outs at select locations, and safety improvements at the intersection of Genesee Street and Congress Avenue.

Project Status

The project is in construction. Construction is anticipated to be completed in late 2025.

Please see the Street Beat Webpage for weekly construction updates and current contact information.

Project Team

• City of Rochester
• Monroe County
• New York State Department of Transportation
• Federal Highway Administration
• Genesee Transportation Council
• Design Consultant: Stantec

Key Stakeholders

• Southwest Quadrant Neighborhood Service Center
• University of Rochester
• 19th Ward Neighborhood Association

Project Documents

• Project Location Map
• PIN 4CR015 Approved IPP

Public Engagement

A Final Design meeting was held on Wednesday, July 19, 2023 on Zoom and in-person at the Neighborhood Service Center.

• Meeting Presentation
• Meeting Display Board

A Public Information Meeting #1 was held on February 8, 2023 on Zoom, and February 9, 2023 at the Neighborhood Service Center.

• Feasible Alternative 7
• Feasible Alternative 8
• Presentation

Project Timeline