State Of The County 2024

Infrastructure

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A modernized and inclusive infrastructure is fundamental for a healthy, safe, prosperous and sustainable society. It is literally the physical foundation and system on which our society is built. We rely on our network of infrastructure to connect with critical services for health and safety, to improve our quality of life, and to enhance our access to activities and entertainment. 

Whether it’s the enhanced travel experience at our top-rated airport, seamless connectivity provided by our broadband initiatives, the safer, more accessible pathways created through our Active Transportation Plan, the major investments in our parks system, or strategic development of our multimodal freight infrastructure, every effort is aimed at expanding opportunity and elevating the quality of life for our entire community. Learn more about the initiatives listed below.  

Infrastructure Initiatives

Frederick Douglass-Greater Rochester International Airport modernization

$18M NY State grant funding in terminal modernization projects include enhancements to parking, passenger pick-up and drop-off areas, dining options, and amenities.

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Ongoing Construction Projects

  • Upgrades at the VanLare Water Treatment Plant
  • City Place Renovations
  • Seneca Park Zoo Tropic and Front Entry Project
  • Applied Technology Center at MCC Brighton
  • Genesee Valley Pump Station and Forcemain Project
  • County Building Upgrades

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Innovative Field and Rochester Red Wings

Major League Baseball-required upgrades and patron improvements to enhance the fan experience and comply with league standards.

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Signed Project Labor Agreements (PLAs) and Apprenticeships

PLAs save taxpayer dollars and ensure on-time, high quality results. The County has six signed Project Labor Agreements (PLAs) for projects at  

  • VanLare Water Treatment Plant
  • Innovative Field
  • CDC
  • Seneca Park Zoo
  • MCC’s Applied Technology Center 
  • Airport

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Multimodal

Plans for a multimodal freight infrastructure project aim to improve the movement of goods through Monroe County. Utilizing a cluster approach, the project will develop air, rail, and truck transit facilities.

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Active Transportation Plan (Sidewalks, Bike Lanes)

The Countywide Active Transportation Plan aims to enhance safety, connectivity, and transit access including new sidewalk and bike lanes all while promoting sustainability. 

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DOT-  Roads, Bridges and Wireless Connectivity to Traffic Operations Center

Monroe County is modernizing its traffic management system by connecting all 649 traffic signals to the centralized James R. Pond Regional Traffic Operations Center via wireless connectivity.

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Broadband Access Expansion

$4.2 M contract to provide high-speed, low-cost wireless internet to underserved areas in Rochester. Additionally, a $1.8 M grant will expand Spectrum Internet access to rural parts of the county.

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Housing (Landbank and Zombie Properties)

  • Housing is a critical piece of our community’s infrastructure, and we are making significant investments in affordable housing options.
  • $1M investment in the Monroe County Landbank to acquire properties, partner with agencies and developers to rehab and resell them to first time homebuyers.

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Parks

Monroe County is making significant investments in its park system that focuses on renovating and upgrading facilities, adding new amenities, and ensuring inclusivity and accessibility throughout the park system. In addition, a $200,000 multi-year grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service will fund a purchase and planting of up to 8,645 trees in Monroe County parks over the next three years.

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