PUBLIC WORKS UPDATE (10/30/2026): Paving at the James W. Foley Memorial Community Center is expected to be completed Monday, November 9, 2026. The final paving topcoat is scheduled to begin Monday, November 2, with parking lot striping expected later in the week.

ELECTION DAY PARKING: On Tuesday, November 3, there is no school, and the SHARE Fund is closed. Additionally, 15 designated parking spaces will be available for voters, with a 15-minute parking limit to help accommodate voter traffic. Enter the Community Center parking lot on Wakefield Street, not Chestnut Hill Road. Additional parking is available behind the Richard W. Creteau Regional Technology Center. For more information, contact the City Clerk’s Office at (603) 332-2130.

The Department of Public Works began construction and paving at the James W. Foley Memorial Community Center, 150 Wakefield Street, on Monday, September 28, and expects work to continue through Friday, October 23, 2026 Monday, November 9, 2026.

As shown on the accompanying map, the blue area at the rear of the building (near the tennis courts) is where the construction and paving will take place. Both rear entrances will be closed temporarily during that time.

The red area on the map will be reserved for Community Center businesses and visitors only. Signs will be posted indicating “NO STUDENT PARKING” in this area. Approximately 20 parking spaces between the Spaulding High School parking lot and the red-marked area will be available for student parking. These spaces will be clearly marked with signs. Public Works employees will also be on site Monday morning to assist students and help direct them to the appropriate parking areas.

Public Works is encouraging students to share rides when possible over the next few weeks while this work is underway.

If any area of the parking lot is not being utilized as expected, Public Works may gradually adjust the plan and open sections for student parking. The School Department will be notified if changes are made, and signage will be adjusted accordingly.

There may also be a period between the completion of drainage work and paving when the rear parking lot can be temporarily reopened. If this occurs, the changes will be communicated in advance.

The City of Rochester appreciates your patience and cooperation while this necessary work is completed. For general inquiries and concerns, contact the Department of Public Works at (603) 332-4096.