Upcoming Meetings

The Board of Ethics is a seven-member board established by Section 2-18 of the City Charter and appointed by the City Council. The board renders written advisory opinions to City officers and employees with respect to the City’s Code of Ethics and Article 18 of the General Municipal Law.

The City Council holds public hearings as required by law for specific legislative items on the agenda, as well as a monthly Speak to Council session.  These meetings are open to the public in order to allow an opportunity for constituents to voice their opinions, ideas, concerns or support for either legislation that the Council will be voting on that month, or any other issue that may...

Rochester Land Bank Corporation – Monthly Board Meeting

This seven-member citizen commission has jurisdiction and authority in the issuance of Special Permits, subdivision approvals, and a wide range of other matters. The Planning Commission also makes recommendations to City Council regarding Zoning Text and Map amendments.

The members of the Rochester City Council meet monthly to vote on proposed legislation.

The Traffic Control Board regulates matters relating to traffic within the City of Rochester.

This five-member commission is responsible for the administration of the Civil Service Law, and prescribes rules and implements them by classifying employment positions, establishing list of eligible job applicants and hearing appeals.

This seven-member citizen board hears requests for Variances to the City’s Zoning Code, and Administrative Appeals of decisions made by the Manager of Zoning.