The Rochester Land Bank Corporation's purpose is to acquire, hold, and dispose of vacant, abandoned, or underutilized properties, using the powers enumerated in Section 1600 of the NY Not-for-profit Corporation Law (known as the “Land Bank Act”) to facilitate, manage, and implement City community development projects or redevelopment plans.
This 7-seven-member citizen board hears requests for Variances to the City’s Zoning Code and Administrative Appeals for decisions made by the Manager of Zoning.
Presented by the Friends of Mount Hope
This foundational tour is a 90-minute walk of approximately a mile on paved roads and uneven terrain. This includes the graves of Susan B. Anthony and Frederick Douglass, as well as topics of local history, horticulture, geology, architecture, monument symbolism, and more.
NOTE: Tours are not always kept to paved paths. We recommend comfortable walking shoes, not open sandals.
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Presented by the Friends of Mount Hope
A walk through 200 years of our architectural history with a local preservation architect.
Guide: Christopher Brandt
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The Project Review Committee (PRC) reviews all major site plans referred to it by the Manager of Zoning and makes a recommendation to approve, approve subject to conditions or deny the application.
Presented by the Friends of Mount Hope
Learn about those who faced the horrors and challenges of the American Civil War.
Guides: FOMH Ensemble
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Presented by Friends of Mount Hope
Mysteries and unanswered questions abound in the cemetery. Join us for an eclectic assortment of head-scratching conundrums and curious unknowns. Are you good with puzzles?
Guides: Chris Grooms
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Presented by Friends of Mount Hope
These 75-minute tours include some topics covered on Sunday North Section tours as well as new material on an alternative route in the North Section.
NOTE: Tours are not always kept to paved paths. We recommend comfortable walking shoes, not open sandals.
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The Examining Board of Plumbers’ duties are conferred by Article 4 of the General City Law of New York State.
Learn more: Examining Board of Plumbers
The City of Rochester is offering AAA safe driver courses for employees. Passing these courses typically reduces car insurance rates and takes points off licenses.
Classes will be held on August 19 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Office of Training and Safety 107 Bridge View Drive. The classes cost $20 on the day of the training. 15 seats are available for each class. All cancelations must be given 48 hours before the class. You must wear your ID badge for all training sessions.