City of Rochester
News Release
(Monday, Oct. 22, 2018) – Mayor Lovely A. Warren is again inviting members of the community to help shape the future of Rochester’s transportation system and the city itself.
“I’m excited to again offer the opportunity for our residents to learn about the strides we are making to improve our public transportation systems and to give them another chance to voice their opinions,” said Mayor Warren. “The Comprehensive Access and Mobility Plan provides a unique opportunity for our residents to help design a transportation system that meets the needs of every traveler, and positions Rochester to grow and improve so we can achieve our goal of creating more jobs, safer and more vibrant neighborhoods and better education opportunities for all of our citizens.”
The City will host two public open house meetings on Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2018 to gain additional input for the Comprehensive Access & Mobility Plan (CAMP), which will guide future development of the city’s transportation network for all modes of transportation, including bicycles, pedestrians, transit, vehicles and freight.
Valuable public input received during the first round of public involvement during the summer of 2018 was used to develop five Draft Focus Area Reports, which are now available for review. Each Report will identify key projects and policies to advance the goals of the CAMP. The City is now asking for the community’s help to identify and prioritize those projects and policies.
Rochester’s sustained growth in Downtown and its surrounding neighborhoods has led to a resurgence that is changing the way residents and visitors navigate our city. The car-first mentality is steadily shifting to a car-optional one. Efforts to meet the demands of the community will require a versatile transportation system that accommodates pedestrians, bicyclists and transit users to foster a more unified city.
The CAMP will form the multi-modal transportation component of Rochester 2034 – The Comprehensive Plan for the City of Rochester, which is under development by the Office of Planning. It will produce reports on such transportation subjects as cycling, walking, transit, the delivery of goods and services; and what drives the transportation decisions of users. The study parameters were designed to focus on the needs of Rochester’s most vulnerable citizens, including people living in poverty, those with disabilities, children and the elderly. The study is being funded by a $175,000 federal planning grant through the Genesee Transportation Council and a $25,000 cash match from the City.
The CAMP is being overseen by a steering committee that includes representatives from City and County governments, the Regional Transit Service, the Genesee Transportation Council and advocacy organizations; Reconnect Rochester, the Rochester People’s Climate Coalition and Common Ground Health. Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates are the lead consultants on the project, with assistance provided by TY Lin International and Highland Planning.
The public open house meetings will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2018 from 1-3 p.m. and from 6-8 p.m. at City Council Chambers, City Hall Room 302A, 30 Church St, Rochester. To learn more about the project and to review the Draft Focus Area Reports, visit www.cityofrochester.gov/camp.
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