City of Rochester

Austin Steward Plaza is now officially open! This new plaza, located on the west side of the Genesee River between the Andrews Street and Main Street Bridges, commemorates one of Rochester’s first prominent Black business owners. Congratulations to everyone involved in this transformational project! #RochesterNY #WhatsGoodRochester

The City of Rochester is looking to hire a talented multimedia content creator to join the Mayor's communications team. This role involves creating captivating videos, crafting engaging social media content, assisting with press events, and utilizing skills in photojournalism to capture City events and community stories. If you're passionate about storytelling and visual creativity, this opportunity is perfect for you to make a meaningful community impact and connect with diverse audiences.  https://lnkd.in/gPug4XyG

Today, Mayor Evans joined Chef Petey King and his wife and co-owner to cut the ribbon on their new food truck! This expansion of Grill Kingz, known for their Famous Fried Lobsters and innovative Southern dishes, will bring their fresh, made-to-order cuisine to more locations. The Grill Kingz Mobile Restaurant will provide jobs and culinary training opportunities for the community, continuing to inspire and uplift local youth. Congratulations to Chef Petey and the Grill Kingz team! #RchesterNY #GrillKingz #ShopLocal #RocFood

Happy Independence Day, Rochester!  Join us in celebrating the 4th of July with a spectacular fireworks display at 10 PM downtown. Let's come together to honor our nation's history and enjoy a night of fun, family, and community. Have a safe and joyful Independence Day!  #RochesterNY #IndependenceDay

Today, Mayor Evans and Assemblyman Demond Meeks joined Dianne Snowden-Johnson to cut the ribbon on Miss Sweet Potato Pie and The Soul Food Babies World. With the assistance of a $10,000 KIVA Loan, this new space will provide 'edutainment' and parties for children ages 12 and under, blending education and entertainment. Congratulations to Dianne and her team for creating such a unique and inspiring space for our community!

ROC the Block is a community-based hiring initiative that will bring businesses and recruiters to the city's four quadrants throughout the summer and early fall. With this fun, local, block-party styled event, Rochester employers and residents can meet to discover employment and wrap-around resource opportunities. The next event is July 10th. Don’t miss out! ROC the Block es una iniciativa de contratación comunitaria que atraerá empresas y reclutadores a los cuatro cuadrantes de la ciudad durante el verano y principios del otoño. Con este divertido evento local al estilo de una tiesta en la cuadra, los empleadores y residentes de Rochester pueden reunirse para descubrir oportunidades de empleo y recursos integrales. El próximo evento es el 10 de julio. No te lo pierdas!

Mayor Evans joined local and state leaders to unveil plans for Harper’s Corner—a $12.7 million project to transform historic buildings into a vibrant mixed-use hub. With commercial spaces on the ground floor and 11 apartments above, Harper’s Corner promises to redefine the heart of downtown. Learn more about this transformative project at Home Leasing's website: www.homeleasing.net.

ROC the Block is a community-based hiring initiative that will bring businesses and recruiters to the city's four quadrants throughout the summer and early fall. With this fun, local, block-party styled event, Rochester employers and residents can meet to discover employment and wrap-around resource opportunities. ROC the Block es una iniciativa de contratación comunitaria que atraerá empresas y reclutadores a los cuatro cuadrantes de la ciudad durante el verano y principios del otoño. Con este divertido evento local al estilo de una tiesta en la cuadra, los empleadores y residentes de Rochester pueden reunirse para descubrir oportunidades de empleo y recursos integrales. #RochesterNY

Mayor Evans and Assembly Member Sarah Clark celebrate the new enhancements at Genesee Valley Park Pool, including a state-of-the-art swim timer, clock, and touch pads. Thanks to a $50,000 state grant, the pool can now host competitive swim meets, inspiring local youth to dive into the sport! #RochesterNY #WhatsGoodRochester #ROCyouth

Each month, Mayor Evans and members of his management team tour a neighborhood in Rochester to bring City Hall into the community. This week, the team visited Scio St. and the surrounding neighborhood to check in with residents and business owners, and to hear their concerns firsthand. #RochesterNY #MayorOnTheBlock #MOTB