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Mayor Callaghan to host ‘City Chat’ Community Engagement Hour on 8/1 at City Hall Annex

Mayor Paul Callaghan, in collaboration with the Office for Public Information and Community Engagement, invites community members to attend ‘City Chat’, a public engagement hour that aims to connect city officials with Rochester residents and business owners. The purpose of the meeting is to encourage...

Rochester Board of Ethics Recommends Censure for School Board Member Stokes; Keans Hearing Postponed

On Tuesday, July 22, 2025, the City of Rochester Board of Ethics held a public hearing regarding the ethics investigation into School Board Members Sandra Keans and Karen Stokes. Established by Ordinance § 7-81, the Board of Ethics is composed of members appointed by the...

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Municipal Offices CLOSED on Monday, November 11, 2024

In observance of Veterans Day on Monday, November 11, 2024, all Municipal Offices, including the...

Mayor Callaghan: ‘I’m Not Going Anywhere’ Amid Lymphoma Diagnosis

On Tuesday, October 29, during a special City Council meeting, Mayor Paul Callaghan announced...

City of Rochester Announces Changes to City Chat Program Schedule and Locations, No November Meeting

The City of Rochester is pleased to announce updates to the City Chat program,...

City Council to hold Special Meeting on Tuesday, October 29, 2024

The Rochester City Council will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, October 29, 2024,...

City of Rochester to Open 60 Wakefield Street Parking Lot for Halloween Events

City Manager Katie Ambrose is pleased to announce that starting at 10:00 am on...

City Council Receives Update on 2024 City-wide Revaluation: Property Assessments to Reflect Rising Market Trends

On Tuesday, October 15, Interim Assessor Mary Beth Walker provided an update on the...

Economic Development Director provides an update on Downtown Parking to City Council

On Tuesday, October 15, Director of Economic Development Michael Scala presented an update on...

Water Service Interruption on Milton Road Area for Hydrant Replacement on 10/22

The Water Department for the Department of Public Works will be temporarily shutting off...

Neighborhood Listening Session for future Park and Playground at Former Nancy Loud School on 11/13

The Recreation Department for the City of Rochester is pleased to announce an upcoming...

City of Rochester Launches Pilot Laundry Cleaning Help for The Unhoused

City of Rochester Welfare Director Todd Marsh has announced a collaborative multi-agency pilot initiative...

Municipal Offices CLOSED on Monday, October 14, 2024

In observance of Columbus Day on Monday, October 14, 2024, all Municipal Offices, including...

City of Rochester Seeks Applications for 2026 Fiscal Year General City Funds and CDBG Program

The Community Development Division will begin accepting applications for the 2026 Fiscal Year General...

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UPDATED: Rochester Police Investigate Deadly Crash on Rochester Hill Road

At 6:46 a.m. on Thursday, July 24, 2025, Rochester Police, Rochester Fire, and Frisbie...

Rochester Pride 2025: A Day of Celebration with Music, Vedors, Food, and More

Rochester Pride will take place on Saturday, August 2, 2025, from 12–3 PM at...

Greater Rochester Chamber Unveils New Community Guide Showcasing the Best of Rochester

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the release of the...

Hope on Haven Hill Hosts Community Open House: A Closer Look at Recovery Services for Women & Families

Hope on Haven Hill, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting women and families in...