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Get Involved in Municipal Government: Sign up for Civics 101

Civics 101 is a one-time course designed to empower Rochester residents and business owners with the knowledge and skills needed for active citizenship. Hosted by the Office for Public Information and Community Engagement, this interactive presentation and discussion provides tools for understanding how local government works and...

Longtime Chair Steps Down, Rochester Trustees of the Trust Fund Seek New Member

The Trustees of the Trust Fund for the City of Rochester are seeking a new member, following the resignation of longtime Chair Robert Pallas. Member of the Trustees Brett Johnson thanked Pallas for his years of dedication, stating, "Unfortunately, our long-time Chair has resigned from...

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City of Rochester celebrates inauguration of Mayor, City Council, School Board, Police Commission, and Election Officials

In a public ceremony held at the Rochester Opera House, on Tuesday, January 3rd,...

Mayor Callaghan: ‘City Chat’ Community Engagement Hour postponed to 2/2/2024

IMPORTANT: City Chat will not occur on Friday, January 5th, due to an all-day...

Kim Conley assumes role of Deputy Chief Administrative Officer for the City of Rochester

City Manager Katie Ambrose is pleased to announce that Human Resources Director Kim Conley...

Municipal Offices CLOSED for Christmas and New Years, trash and recycling delayed

Municipal offices will be closed on Monday, December 25, 2023, in observance of Christmas...

Councilor Amy Malone (Ward 2/Seat B) submits resignation, Matthew Richardson appointed to fill Ward 6 vacancy

On Tuesday, December 5th, members of the Rochester City Council moved to appoint Matthew...

UPDATED: Department of Revenue Administration finalizes tax rate, Tax Bills delayed until approximately 12/22

City Manager Katie Ambrose reports that the Department of Revenue Administration has finalized this...

Mayor Callaghan recognized by Workforce Housing Coalition of the Greater Seacoast for Municipal Leadership

On Thursday, November 30th, the Workforce Housing Coalition of the Greater Seacoast hosted its...

City Council to hold Public Hearing to fund Lilac Family Fun Festival on 12/19, public input encouraged

Resolution Authorizing Supplemental Appropriation of $45,000 to the Recreation Special Events Fund-Lilac Family Fun...

Parking Review Group presents findings to City Council, recommends formal Parking Committee

On Tuesday, November 21st, the Parking Review Group (a City Manager's self-directed work team)...

‘City Chat’ Community Engagement Hour scheduled for 12/1 at Community Center

City Chat is a 1hr informal meeting held every first Friday at 10:00 am...

Community Development Division seeks public input for Community Development Block Grant program

The City of Rochester’s Community Development Division has released its 2023-2024 Community Development survey...

Municipal Offices CLOSED on 11/23-24 for Thanksgiving, trash/recycling delayed 1 day

Municipal offices will be closed in observance of Thanksgiving on Thursday, November 23, and...

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Get Involved in Municipal Government: Sign up for Civics 101

Civics 101 is a one-time course designed to empower Rochester residents and business owners with the...

The Franklin Gallery to Showcase (Un)Mask Pride Art Exhibit in August

The Seacoast LGBTQ History Project and The Franklin Gallery are thrilled to announce the...

Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce Announces 51st Annual Golf Tournement and Clambake

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce it will hold its...

Eversource promoting bill assistance as higher bills are driven by increased summer usage and upcoming August rate changes

With increased summer usage coinciding with upcoming August rate changes, Eversource is hosting a...