September 14, 2026 Meeting Notes

     NBN6 Zoom Meeting   September 14, 2026

Facilitator :        Lisa Reagan

Minute Taker:   Linda Baier

Announcement from Judy Hay heard from Lt. Rob Wilson who said Thank you for your wonderful card and over too generous gift and please continue doing all the awesome things you do!

5:30 – 5:50   RPD Crime Prevention Officer Report

 Officer Johnston reported now Goodman section has a new LT Adam Alliet.  Lt. Alliet Thanks for having him learning about the neighborhoods needs, wants, etc. Try to be out of the office as much as possible, will get back to you if you leave a voicemail, very happy to be here.  Q-How crime prevention office is broken down in two different quadrants.  A- From a patrol standpoint, the entire southeast out of the Southeast Neighborhood Service Center (because the RPD section follows the River, not the City Quadrants). Email adam.johnston@cityofRochester.gov, feel free to contact me through email with any questions or concerns.  

Violent and significant issues: robbery at 601 Elmwood Ave was a domestic assault warrant issued with arrest, 100 block of Highland Ave.8/27 domestic with arrest.

 900 block South Ave. Two door dash drivers got into an argument over who got the order first, one punched the other and threatened to shoot him, no weapon displayed, suspect identified, warrant out for arrest. 100 blk Mt. Vernon tenant moved out of the apartment, owner of the apartment found appliances and copper plumbing missing, being investigated.  

1500 Mt Hope Ave. ex-employee fired for stealing money has a very distinctive walk, on video person seen with distinct walk stole money.  Under investigation.  30 blk of Hickory St on the 23^rd few boxes of items on basement rack, other tenants had access to area items stolen, under investigation.  

Stolen vehicles: 19^th 300 blk Gregory Subaru stolen, keys in vehicle, recovered.  900 blk So. Clinton, 23^rd Toyota Corolla vehicle left running and unlocked, involved in one car accident, suspect fled scene. 100 blk of Westfall, Kia ignition and window damaged. 700 blk of So. Clinton, ignition and window damaged, vehicle recovered. Hyundai thefts seem low. With colder months, lock vehicles if warming up. 

 Car larcenies: 50 blk Hawthorne Dr., 10 Moore Road, 100 blk Bueford St, 1000 blk South Ave, window damage, suspect in vehicle ran away. 600 blk So. Clinton 8/28, unlocked vehicle, title stolen. Don’t leave title in vehicle.  900 blk Hill Court Rd, 700 block Mt. Hope, window damage and cash stolen. Someone is going around and looking into cars and if see a wallet, will break the window! DON’T LEAVE WALLETS, LAPTOP BAGS OR PURSES VISIBLE IN CAR. Q – 100 blk of Highland Ave. Did you say that someone was arrested? More info?   A- Yes, domestic situations observe privacy policy. Q- Do you have any updates as to what happened at store South Ave and Hickory? A- under investigation, will find out if there is any information to share. Q- Terrance Bldg now has voice warning to trespassers saying RPD responding, Is there an automatic trigger?  A: Don’t know of one.  But can be.  Q- Was that on 111 Elmwood A- Yes, that camera must be monitored as RPD has been there in the last 30 days.  Q- Was there an arrest on Azalea earlier this month? A- no way of tracking for reporting arrest location. No crimes on Azalea? A- no 

SE and SW Neighborhood Service Centers Admin. reports       

                        John McMahon (SE) and Charles Reaves (SW)

Charles Reaves, Southwest  Neighborhood Service Center – 

Can you please explain as part of your report when to call 311 rather than 911? Recorded the video and willing to share. 311 is more on the lines of parties, loud noises, dog issues, trash that needs to be picked up. In an emergency, please call 911.  How are we supposed to engage the Person in Crisis Team if there is a mental health issue occurring?  Call 911 and let them be the professionals and make the decision.  Need to be careful, even if you know the person in a mental health crisis, please call 911.

 Southwest had a number of complaints from neighbors who are having trouble getting along.  Trying to mediate, such as the property line dispute. Had first SW Quad Meeting, might try to go bi-monthly meeting.  Last Saturday had a cat drive for food, or if you want to adopt a cat, have a lot of feral cats. 

John McMahon, Southeast Neighborhood Service Center – 

FOMO on South Avenue is reopening.  Have an out and about Friday at 11am.  Will meet by Roc Cinema.  Will have a senior inspector.  Moving SENSC to 50 Prince Street, will have a big open house, have tons of giveaways.  Not sure of the date yet, have had some construction delays.  Staff changes in the office: Stephanie retired, individual coming from City Hall will be a full time customer service rep. 

Had a walk today on Field Street, Monroe Ave. and 490 and had a response today from Deputy Mayor. Can expect some changes in the near future.  Sarah Keyes from NIA- no updates.  Everyone’s doing very well with their grants and events, September 24^th invite to city hall for last year and this year’s NIA grant awardees. Tour of Mt Hope Cemetery – group very impressed on Wednesday saw a group of U of R students have been cleaning up parts of the cemetery, very impressed.

Community Sharing

Grand opening for Amaya on 9/23^rd at 12:30, Taste of the Neighborhood 4 to 7pm Ellwanger Berry Park, 9/19 Furman Crescent Block Party this coming Saturday 19^th .

County Legislature Report/Q&A – Legislator Albert Blankley

Updates- Monroe County Leg. enshrined Lake Ontario, will not make any changes to the name.  Legislation passed property tax exemption for those who died in the line of duty law officers’ widows to have exemption to property taxes.  Trying for EMS as well as law officers within NYS law. Q- Is it also domestic partners? A- If they fall under requirements under State Law. Animal abuse registry – looking to put together a registry of people convicted of animal abuse to keep them from getting animals in the future.  

Short term rentals – administration will be re-reviewing short term rentals.  Want to be in alignment with any actions the City will take.  Have been very active in advocating for this registry. Having a county registry is beneficial from two perspectives. One, there’s an economy of scale, in terms of having that registry maintained at a county level, rather than municipality by municipality, and the county can work with all the municipalities to make sure that they have access to that and even financially support the process so the towns and city can do what they want to do from a zoning and enforcement perspective, but also ensure the County gets the hotel-motel tax revenue we are due. C- If you are able to find out what the City is doing on STRs and would be willing to share, we would appreciate it. A- don’t currently have any new information.  

Big impact from Federal changes to SNAP and Medicaid. New reporting requirements want to make sure in best position we can be in sharing the information- Q- Under new requirement that Medicaid recipients are required to work how is the county working on that issue? A- Can meet those requirements through work, education or volunteer, putting systems into place to have greater access to the county as well as at the state. Medicaid changes are difficult to mass communication with Medicaid enrollees. Our SNAP federal administrative support is also cut in half to the County. Commissioner and Deputy Commissioner are working on it diligently. County DHS team working on this putting our resources to work on it best as they can.   

Operation Stone Garden – not in support of that, people have trouble telling between two blue uniforms, and there is a lot more attention now concern with ICE and immigration policy. Lot of concern about Federal enforcement and immigration. No publicly run Flock cameras in Monroe County, there are some on private property.  Can be a very effective law enforcement tool. Did have lengthy conversations with the Sheriff’s Department about how to use license plate cameras safely. Going to have follow up with Sheriff’s Department. 

Two events coming up: Co Hosting with legislature – Pinnacle Tower on South Clinton on October 6^th resource fair for County resources – Department of Human Services from 10:30AM to 1:30PM.  On October 15^th 6 to 8 pm, hosting with 3 colleagues a Long Term Care Round Table.  Come and hear the situation in Monroe County at Lifespan on South Clinton.  Q- Anne Marie Cook Lifespan, St. Johns, UR Home Care, RRH Extended Care, Common Ground Health and Assemblymember Sarah Clark to hear what’s going on in the long term care space. Aging in place is a huge thing and want to support that. There is an RSVP. C- So delighted to have you as my representative.  A- Thank you, appreciated to hear.  C- appreciate follow up of license plate readers. C- looking forward to Air B&B discussion! 

Q- Concerns with changes coming to Highland Park with the Reservoir. There was no follow up on Lilac or Pride Fest this year is very frustrating, neighbors need to be heard. A- Shoot me a note and I will follow up.  With changes to reservoir, will be shut down at least 18 months and there’s a financial aspect to it as well and long-term going forward, which of the choices being considered.  Q- Is anyone looking at how the festivals are going to be impacted? A- Don’t know what plan will be chosen or what discussions have occurred. Should be part of the conversation with the County going forward. Q: financial aspects… A: The reservoir is actually run by the city. It happens to be in the County-run park, but the changes, you know, have to be figured out, and who’s paying for what, and then long-term, how are we managing that between the city and the county going forward, depending on what option is chosen.  

Q- Going forward, festivals are going to be more popular within the County. How are the neighborhoods affected being considered? A- Happy to be a part of those conversations.  Linda will send a note to Albert regarding the lack of follow-up from the county on the Lilac Festival and Pride Fest impacts.  Albert will follow up with the County Administration regarding Linda’s concerns about the reservoir project and its impact on Highland Park and neighborhood festivals. He invited setting up a conversation to discuss further.

6:30-6:55      City Council Leg. Report/Q&A – Council Pres. Miguel Melendez 

Couple of things going on in the City. Voting on Peace Village – doing a contract to manage and work with subcontractors to create sanctioned shelters.  Will be able to serve 15 to 30 people at a time, overnight security and case workers and a CASAC worker who will help individuals who are struggling with substance use, to hopefully transition into other opportunities. The main goal of this is funded through opioid settlement dollars.   Want to create a space we hope can be a model for future settlements.  

Zoning – City Council is not planning to rush through zoning passage, been discussed for 5 years or so. Our plan is to have a series of public forums, your Council members’ with have meetings (South District Oct 5 – 6-8 at New Life Fellowship, East District – Oct 13 – R Center Webster Ave 5:30p) and additional district hearings happening, Council meetings mid-October, maybe Oct 21, 22, streamed on you tube for those who can’t attend and formal public hearing in November before we vote on it.  Going to spend the energy going through the zoning code so Council has access to the Zoning staff and Consultant to ask questions.  Finally, any amendments would be voted by the end of the year. Hope in November, but maybe December, Council will make a decision on what direction it’s going in.  Q- Air BNB,  which was pulled out of the Code, when do you think that will even come to the body? A: That is a rub for all of Council.  What we have been told by a memo from the Administration is that STRs would trigger another delay, another environmental review that would have to happen.  If we agree to leave it out, we want a very clear timeline and what the proposal is.  Law department told Council roughly a month after code passed STR would be proposed.The work is to understand where the issues lie.  The rub is with the zoning map, I know that some of the neighborhoods are concerned about being zoned a certain way.  Not looking to rush it or prolong it.  We need some answers soon. 

C- City residents are unaware of ZAP; it’s the neighborhood leaders that are working diligently to identify concerns with zoning and let them know, but they can’t visualize it.  So this process got few non-neighborhood leaders to go to the meetings.  Many times it was just us. C- Administration’s excuse because of SEQR is crap unless you’re going to put a separate law in place like Irondequoit did. A- Largest issue we’ll hear about is STR’s, and many other issues. Q- When you are going over the code with staff, will you be looking at the administration of the code and implementation by other departments?  Zoning says they can’t answer that because they don’t administer the code, but some of this will be almost impossible to administer.  How are they supposed to tell if a property with an ADU is being occupied by the owner, or if the owner lives in another state or the Country of Greece, when people come and go all the time? Code enforcement officers so over-burdened, they can’t do the volume of work they have.  And if B& Bs are regulated like STRS, and STR regs are not in the Code, what does that mean for administering regular B&Bs already existing in our neighborhoods? A- Two things happening at the same time, what is the future vision of our City, can we come to an agreement on that and how fast can you move to change to the new code. Always concerned about how we are going to implement.   

Neighborhood groups to provide key issues and concerns regarding the zoning update, especially on STRs, ADUs, and enforcement, to inform Council’s discussions with the administration.  This is incredibly helpful.  The burning questions you all feel Council needs to ask the Administration during hearings is where you can help us identify issues that are important to your neighborhood based on your experience over the last several years engaging in this process.  I’d like to get those answers on record so that we can then talk about those things. And I think the STR piece is probably the biggest thing that Council has talked about, and probably the largest issue that we’ll hear about in this process.  But, I know there’s much more…and I think people have different opinions on things like ADUs, and whether or not they’re helpful or a hindrance. I think people have different concerns about things like parking requirements and whether or not that should or should not be in the zoning code. So these are the types of things I’d love to get neighborhood-level perspective. C- We’ve been at this for 5 years, if you take part of next year to make sure this is fully vetted, the neighborhoods would support that. C: Part of the problem with getting neighbors involved is the year and a half gap between last look and this next look. C- Plus, you’ll have an additional council person to deal with this stuff next year.  

How much are you involved with the reservoir project, which may be the most expensive project Council has ever voted on? A: Many issues involved, I will follow up with the administration to understand the current status and plans for the reservoir project, including potential disruptions to the neighborhood.  Hopefully, another federal administration will help with the infrastructure and financing of it.  C- The earlier you can get someone involved the better. 

A: City Budget process starts getting made in January if you think there are items that are of value and necessary share.  Concerns about the future and the resources we do have and what’s coming for costs in the future.  We need some support and advocacy to convince people from downstate in Albany that Rochester needs help as well, at least to the level of Syracuse and Buffalo.    If this group would be willing to write a letter to the governor in support of AIM Aid, would appreciate that.  I can come back to a future meeting to discuss other things.                   

Closure 7:02

No August meeting

Good Afternoon NBN6 Members,

No NBN6 meeting is scheduled for August. We are taking a break. The next scheduled meeting is September 14th at 5:30 on Zoom.

Have a restful night off,

NBN6 Leadership Team

NBN6 In person Meeting

July 14, 2026

5:30-7:00p.m.
 
Facilitator: Judy Hay 
Minute Taker:   Linda Baier

Light Dinner Thank you to Peter Psyllos owner of Pellegrino’s and NIA grant for the sub and salads, and the NIA grant for the funds to supply the drinks, desserts and meeting space.

Presentation of flowers to Rev. Judy Hay to acknowledge and honor the effort and commitment she has made to organizing NBN6 for more than a decade after the City ended its formal support of the Neighbors Building Neighborhoods decision-making and community organizing program.

Guest Speaker Erik Frisch Director of Neighborhood and Business Development 

Judy Hay thanked the sponsors of the meeting and introduced Erik Frisch. The following was presented:

Judy Hay moderated a discussion with Director Frisch on the various City projects he’s been involved in and the numerous changes the city is undergoing.

-Oversaw the bicycle program and getting a bike lane put in 2007. We have come a long way, now taking greater steps to make the City a safer place to be more walkable and a bikeable, and not be the city that has the highest numbers of accidents in the state. 

-Has been Deputy Director of NBD for 4 years under Dana Miller, and worked in many areas within city departments and learned the depth and breadth of NBD.  Considers himself a student of cities and been in many large projects for many years, such as the inner loop project—was the Project Manager, worked with the design process and public meetings. That project has been featured in publications throughout the world.  

Projects happening right now and most excited about — projects that have that transformative capability, looking at areas that are under developed and finding a project that will develop that area and provide the City with a more productive area such as the Inner Loop North.  Working with residents in MarketView Heights who want housing development in that area to be more focused on individual homes as opposed to large apartment buildings.  

Also focusing on historic areas, such as Schiller Park/ Franklin Square: in late 50’s State built a highway through it. In Schiller Park at the end of Anderson Street there was a bust of Schiller, a gift from the German Community, that was moved from Franklin Square.  Looking at whether the statue should go back to the original space once that park is restored.  Looking at how do we bring back areas and restore history.  

Also excited about the Vacuum Oil area on the river, the birth place of Exxon Mobile, over a hundred years old. Exxon is paying for the cleanup.  Then City looking at what will go there.  Looking at breaking ground by next spring and looking at what will go there in terms of development. Commercial, housing are possibilities.  Also, little things  —how do we take care of those spaces.  Franklin court behind the Sibley building looking for the right developer to blend into the neighborhood. The city is taking the initiative to make sure something good happens there. 

Philosophy is to prioritize first, Internal Communication making sure NBD’s 4 primary bureaus Business and Housing Development, Building and Compliance, Code Enforcement and Contract Services, Zoning and Permitting, and Neighborhood Service Centers communicate with each other. People are empowered to make decisions and work with the Commissioner and the Mayor’s office effectively. Responsiveness is number 2. When people when reach out to the city, they should get a response. Support with the department and working up and down within the department.  Need to be able to move things when need to move them and make hard decisions. 

Q and A: 

Q: What are the next steps in the ZAP process, and do you have a couple of issues you’d like to lift out for explanation? The City Planning Commission voted unanimously to pass ZAP and moved it to the City Council with the Planning Commission’s recommendation. After many years, I believe we have the best possible code updated at this time.  It’s wide reaching, respecting our neighborhoods and creating the environment to move the city forward. It’s a living document.  If Council adopts the code, there can still be amendments. Changes will occur over time as applications will come in.  Chose to leave out regulations related to short term rentals because of how passionate people are about that.  Didn’t want to make that the focal point around the zoning code.  

Q: What will be City’s part in the Highland and Cobbs Hill Reservoir process? Who is the ultimate decision maker? Don’t have any information specific to this process, final decision rests with the Federal government.  Hoping that can maintain the historic aspects of the parks.

Q: How can neighborhoods partner with NBD before major projects are announced? For example, 151 Mt. Hope RFP came out before neighborhoods were notified. The same process occurred with Science Parkway?
Secured a 2-million-dollar grant for site development for 151 Mt. Hope.  Hoping to find the developer for the site.  Gives the City time to explore other developers. Likewise, for Science Parkway has had offers for the land but there is a specific focus for that land and hoping to have development there in the future. Proposals are due in August.

Q- Process of demolition of the Terrance Building, what’s the potential of involving the neighborhood and Brighton with the development? A- Have to work with the ownership group, first step is to abate and demolish the building. We have been engaged with the town of Brighton, some of the work is advancing on their side.  Have seen some preliminary plans, have to wait for them to tell us what their plans are.  The city will be involved with the process. Follow-up Q- Until the building comes down, can they secure the building, to prevent a major incident and someone getting seriously hurt? A- It is an issue of vandalism, etc. when a building has been breached we cite the violation, board the building up.  Will follow-up with our department to address this. 

Q- Who do you go to when you have a problem with the electric bikes, scooters on lawns, sidewalks, being thrown in the river, etc.? Who do we contact? A-In the contract with Environmental Services, the vendor is supposed to respond within a certain amount of time to address those issues. Not sure how that is going. 

Q: What is the plan for parking at the skatepark? A- Working out an agreement with Charter Communications/Spectrum for parking.  Also want to have a conversation about the berm area the North end of the cite and have worked out an agreement. 

Q- South Clinton revitalization and business development – how much control do you have there? A- Looking at increasing business character and vibrancy in the corridor. The City doesn’t control the properties but does have some incentives to encourage business owners.

Meeting ended 7PM.

In Person Meeting with Erik Frisch

Come Meet Commissioner of Neighborhood and Business Development Erik Frisch July 14 5:30-7:00 p.m. Artisan Church 1235 South Clinton Avenue

“Rochester is in the midst of a long-awaited resurgence, one defined by revitalization, opportunity, and lasting growth. For the first time in generations, our city is building forward with real momentum, and the Department of Neighborhood & Business Development is proud to help lead the way.” 

That statement taken from the City website is about vision and opportunity. Who better to lead that vision than Erik Frisch, the new Commissioner of Neighborhood and Business Development. Erik is no stranger to our South East neighborhoods, having been a strong supporter of various neighborhood activities and developments. He has played a major role in shaping Rochester’s infrastructure and development, including the Inner Loop East and North transformation projects, the “Roc the Riverway” waterfront revitalization, the Bicycle Master Plan, and the Complete Streets policy.

NBN6, the coalition of the six South East neighborhoods (Azaela, Lilac, Highland Park, South Wedge, Swillburg, and Upper Mt. Hope) will host an opportunity to hear firsthand from Commissioner Frisch. Learn more about the exciting developments in the City, and the plans for the Zoning Alignment Project and the Highland Park Reservoir.

The gathering will be on July 14 from 5:30-7:00 p.m. at the Artisan Church 1235 South Clinton Avenue. The event will begin with a light meal compliments of Pelligrino’s owner Peter Psyllos and the Neighbors In Action (NIA) grant. Commission Frisch will present from 6:00-7:00 p.m. with a Q@A. You are invited to attend.

Please spread the word for this  opportunity.

NBN6 Meeting Notes June 8, @026

NBN6 Zoom MeetingJune 8, 20265:30-7:00 p.m.   Facilitator:        Lisa Reagan Minute Taker:   Linda Baier 5:30 – 5:50   RPD Goodman Section Lt. WilsonBurglaries and robberies zero across the board, three violent incidents 5/14 700 blk South Goodman menacing of store clerk with machete. arrest made, 5/24 100 blk of Field St. large house party, 911 call with person with hand gun, took off running went around corner and then came back out without pack. Found back pack with illegal handgun, arrested. 5/28 900 blk South Clinton suspect friend of witness threatened him with cane, didn’t strike, considered a menacing.  Thefts from vehicles, there were 4 vehicle larcenies. May 19th, 200 block of Hamilton St.; May 22nd, low numbers of Raymond Street; May 23rd, 100 block of Comfort Street; and May 27th low numbers of Alexander St.. Stolen Cars: the 28th600 blk of South Goodman; 29th 1000 blk of Elmwood Ave; 6/1 1100 blk of South Clinton Ave. one vehicle recovered, 2 outstanding.    Nuisance points against 165 Field Street, house party described above –first night for illegal weapon and second night for disorderly conduct.  C- Credit to the police and the youth who dispersed without any violence, thank you. C: Mother was on vacation 16-year-old home alone, the second night adult daughter showed up and cleared everyone out of the house.  Q- Incident on the very last day of the Lilac Festival – any arrests? A- Don’t remember, could show up in crime report. Q- On the stolen vehicles, any indication what happened to them while gone, A- One recovered, not through system yet. Q- On Traffic Enforcement –seeing a large recent increase of late model cars racing at high speed down Linden between Mt. Hope and South, straight through the stop sign at Poplar.  Also have recently seen just regular drivers turning left on a red light at both Linden and South and Gregory to S. Clinton. A- Will let Cpt. Stewart know.  Believe have 4 officers in traffic unit. Q- Saw something on social media on Ashland Street, any information on that on the news? A- no  Q- Filling empty roles on force a challenge if we can’t fill positions by officers, are there any positions the other resources could fill? A- Have used Social Workers for some things, but one of the biggest ways an officer is killed is pulling over a car, or checking a disabled car. wouldn’t want the public to do that for safety reasons. Q – are there other things we could do to help with the situation. A- The speed signs can be helpful, some people try to get the top speed.  5:50-6:00    SE and SW Neighborhood Service Centers Admin. reports                          John McMahon (SE) and Charles Reaves (SWField Street party, sixteen nuisance points given. going to meet with the owner. trying to sell the property, trying to evict the tenet, property is rundown. Outreach July 28th at 5:30pm at Marie Daly Park. New Office by September or October at the latest. C- Kudos with the dealing on Field Street.  that landlord shouldn’t own property. Q- Zoning update later, but the section on permeability in yards in my single family block — two properties have turned backyard using pea gravel into a parking lot. A- Will look at that. old code has aspects about that. include amount of green space, number of cars, etc. Q- Anybody know about the blue bin full of dead squirrels between Hickory and Averill? A- Hopefully that person contacted the city. Please call 311 is it’s still there. 6:00-6:25    Update Skate Park  –  Sara Scott, Dir. Programs and Park   Stewardship in the Dept. Recreation and Human ServicesPowerPoint presentation. Completed phase one and on to phase two now, future phases depended on funding. Q Where is the Skate Park Located? A: City and DOT property under the Frederick Douglas/Susan B Anthony Bridge at section of Woodbury and 490 entrance ramp.  Construction moving along very well, tentative completion this Fall. right now, park itself is still open. anything under the bridge is closed off.  There’s a very wide range of cameras in this park at the moment.Can use some bridge elements, and provide amphitheater sitting. Been getting people in from other areas- the word has gotten around how good the park is. Park closes in conjunction with city security policies. Fencing will remain throughout construction. There is potential for phase three, pending future funding and would include restrooms, and a concession stand  Q- Where would people park to use the skate park? A- Parking along Woodbury, Washington Square Park. We have to update our map. Everything is vetted through public meetings before any construction happens. Have some possibility of grants. Q- Are there other events planned this summer in the park? A- Not at this point. Since part of it is DOT property, haven’t entertained any events in the park. Any cash in hand has to be shown to the state.The trail for biking and walking is still available.  Any issues, please reach to Sara Scott. call, email or text. Q- Any disruptive thing, call 911 or 311. A- Yes, but if a sign is down call Sara Scott. C- There have been very few incidents in the park.  A- Correct. Q- Since you mentioned DOT property, the land along exit 17 is all grass, is there anything that can be done with that? A- All DOT property, 490 farms had a pilot permit to use DOT space, asking DOT could they repurpose part of that property. Complicated.  Sara Scott 585-820-8860 6:25-6:40    ZAP Update  Judy Hay Bob, Lisa, Reggie and Judy met to outline questions for the Zoning Alignment Project that was just released, then got feedback from other leaders. Public Process for notification: first being postcard sent to neighborhoods, should also be on city website, property owners and tenants should be informed. Presently when there is a project, we have had to go downtown to look at plans. asking to put the plans on the city website. Second piece is maps and designations, density of neighborhoods– the north end of Mt. Hope was named as a Downtown Mixed Use District, which allows unlimited heights and uses. Zoning did narrow the DMU district, yet South Wedge objects to the classification as Downtown. The area surrounding  Edge of the Wedge is designated as Flexible Mix Use, on South Clinton that is predominately Neighborhood Mixed Use. The difference is height in building, and use. Discrepancy between St. John’s, Episcopal Senior Life and Al Sigl, now designated as High Density Residential. The map says Al Sigl is in Flexible Mixed Use. Manor Parkway has been designated as High Density Residential (HDR) which means they can build up to 6 stories next to single family residences and Child care center/school and Preservation District. Neighborhood mixed use lowered height to 4 stories but with a potential 2 story roof.   What are the standards they are using to demolish a building? Our suggestion — notice to neighbors should be given. Community Character – preservation of buildings with historic significance not named in the City’s list. Zoning board was looking at a lot of historic issues, not the Preservation.  Vacant lots, no minimum lot size, so vacant lots can be turned into tiny homes. What about front and side setbacks?  Short Term Rentals– took it out of the ZAP, put a staff committee together to look at it. No guidelines for STR.  Boarding house prohibited in low density but allowing in medium density (MDR) neighborhood. ADU’s– changes went from 400 sq. ft. to 800 sq. ft., height changed. Proof of ownership– all you have to do is have a utility bill to say you live there.  Shouldn’t there be a deeper level of proof?  Outdoor entertainment, do any of the protections apply for the 200 ft. if it is across a street, like at a corner?  Traffic Access Plan, who makes a lot of the decisions? the traffic board doesn’t seem to be involved anymore.C- Sent a note to Commissioner Frisch — notice received Friday for meeting today. The further we get in the process, the harder to change. NOTE: AFTER THE MEETING THE OPPORTUNITY TO COMMENT TO THE CITY PLANNING COMMISSION WAS EXTENDED TO JUNE 18 AT 4 PM…  6:40-6:50    Vision Zero Update    Reggie Mccann(BikeBlvds and Ped Improvements) is the link to the safety survey for people to map out the dangerous intersections. The second (2601 ROC Vision Zero booklet REPORT 0120 web_0.pdf) is to the latest Vision Zero report that lists their plans for the next year in case people want to see the next steps. The actual website is https://www.cityofrochester.gov/departments/bureau-equipment-services/roc-vision-zero    https://www.cityofrochester.gov/departments/department-environmental-services-des/priority-bicycle-boulevards-implementation-phasehttps://survey123.arcgis.com/share/cfe4c948d94e45a4a72f575f1954143e?portalUrl=https://maps.cityofrochester.gov/portal           6:50-7:00     Community UpdatesReservoir changes for Highland and Cobbs Hill, options: buried tanks, UV light filtration, or decommissioning. Public meeting at Olmsted Lodge at 5:30pm on the 24th and a tour of Highland Reservoir on June 16th at 5pm Please email Judy Hay if you would like to go on the Tour.( judylhay.jh@gmail.com)  Kelly Cheatle is staying on Albert Blankley at the County to have an STR Registry. Farewell to Lt. Wilson. This is his last meeting, as he will be retiring the end of July. Wishing Lt. Wilson All the BEST on his new adventures!  Meeting ended 6:59PM.

NBN6 Meeting Notes May 11, 2026

NBN6 Zoom Meeting   May 11, 2026        5:30-7:00 p.m.  MINUTES    Facilitator:        Judy Hay Minute Taker:   Linda Baier  5:30 – 5:45    Episcopal Senior Life Community – Shelby GreenVolunteer Coordinator Episcopal Senior Life, nonprofit 10 different communities. Talked about Skilled Nursing Facility, wanted to share volunteer opportunities at 505 Mt. Hope Ave that serves about 150 people. Provide activities 6 out of 7 days.  Shared activities volunteers could be involved in included such as visitation to a game such as bingo. First come first serve for programs, do outings every Tuesday during the warmer months and need a one-to-one ratio. Volunteers meet at the Home and help load and unload the bus, have pet volunteers, Friendly Visitors one on one with residents. More contact information on website.  Q- What is the first step in somebody wanting to volunteer?  A-Go to web page and sign up;  Shelby will reach out. Once you go through the on boarding in the system it is good for three years. Q-How old do you need to volunteer?A-14 for independent volunteer. There are Pet visit volunteers, recognition celebrations summer picnic and in September banquet and yearbook. Q- Has Nazareth Academy been a partner with you? A- No we do a lot with Aquinas  5:45- 5:55    SE and SW Neighborhood Service Centers Administrator reports – John McMahon (SE) and Charles Reaves (SW) John – The Zoning Alignment Project map and materials in NSC office for anyone who wants to see one. SENSC lease ending in September, looking at moving to Prince Street going to have a large community room with all the amenities, move will be in the fall. High grass season is over 10 inches citable, have 10 business days to cut, if not ticket and city will mow it for cost.  United Way of Caring May 21st, Swillburg going to do clean up in Otto Hendenberg Park, Other neighborhoods North Winton village has projects going on. Q- Could you do a summary of Clean Sweep? A- More volunteers than in a long time, no negative feedback this year -went very well and thanks to Sarah Keyes, the SE organizer. C-Rose was very pleased, two groups came early had people going all over the place they found all kinds of stuff to do. Q- Which departments and which city council members are in charge of the information on the red-light cameras? A- Not sure, Kelly Chelate said it may fall under a couple of different departments. If you have more questions, please contact Mary’s office. C- Noticeable increase in people running red lights at Azalea and Elmwood Q- Anyone know the date about 3 years ago a person died in a motorcycle accident at South and Gregory? A- Call Ron Maier or son Sean may know.  5:55 – 6:00       Update Lilac Festival (any issues?)            All C- The City,  the County and the promoter need to pay attention to the ramps at South Goodman which needs attention. C- Did bring that up with Patrick to talk with DOT about this. C- Pleased with responsive of Sound Engineer and managing the volume of the bass.  Getting a lot of parking on South Goodman in the west side posted as No Parking Contact Shawna Hicks Shawna.Hicks@dot.ny.gov C- Sound responsive, parking on South Goodman between Highland and Elmwood, C- Bus route being rerouted-the change needs to be posted earlier, was only posted the week before.  C- Anybody having problems with service animals let Mary Lupien know. C- Fire hydrants are going to need cones or barrels people parking in front of hydrants. Parking Authority has been out on Saturday and Sunday if see any problem call 311. It’s logged if get multiple complaints will prioritize C- Got a notice on email the command van phone not working this year and to call 911. C- Large moving van will they get ticketed. Call 311.  C- had large pod on Irvington and they were paying $50 a day to leave it there. 6:05- 6:10      Update Pride Festival                            Linda Baier Met with Bella Events earlier this month for updates, Fest is 7/18 parade starts at Science Parkway up South Avenue to Highland Avenue, Highland Avenue will be closed from Sluth Avenue to Goodman St. Parking on eastside of street, still working on offsite parking, planning on sending postcard in June. If don’t get a postcard let me know.  Requesting Trillium to limit parade to 2 hours goes from 11am to 1:30PM, even the promoters saying the parade is too long. C- Promoters have met with the neighbors to make things work well. 6:10-6:20      Vacant buildings and Code Enforcement     Judy Hay Owners need to report the vacant buildings themselves, 60 days to stabilize, demo or present work plan. Ticketing and fees associated when work hasn’t been done. It is a violation to not be registered. Dan Arena is code compliance coordinator communicating with the owners for the Terrance building. Ann Wallace made clearly aware of the issue of kids doing Urban Adventures in Terrance building. A neighbor asked if a fence could be put around the Terrance building as a deterrent. Code officer going to test that out as a possible deterrent.   Several properties on South Clinton are vacant, some lack current C of O. Code enforcement is on deck at looking at some of these properties. Health and Safety violations are the top priority for Code Enforcement such as sewage, or broken windows. Every six weeks the City looks at reported properties and updates to Code corrections. Abandonment- if the City has boarded up a property, could be considered under abandonment and could go to legal department.  If a building is vacant it is ok to have windows covered to break-in. Leaders discussed the Landlords in our area –one landlord owns 82, with 398 violations.  Another owns 89 properties and 220 violations. The SE wants to see Landlords held accountable for Code Violations and Health and Safety violations. Occupied stores with front facing windows that have cardboard blocking them, is a violation. This is where John or Charles talk with the business to find solutions. Such as 999 South Clinton shelving and refrigerator in front of windows, work with them issuing business permit will take a bit longer.  Mike Ferlono city legal going after the biggest offenders.  If you have vacant buildings, or health and safety concerns be proactive, let John McMahon or Charles Reaves know.  Will follow up in 6 months to a year, for safety issues. Code Compliance Officers are responsive to complaints field. Can reach out to Neighborhood Leaders if you have any questions as well. 6:20- 6:30         ZAP Process and Issues      Bob ThompsonFinal draft released of the Zoning Alignment Project. The Zoning Code has not been updates since 2003. All the information is in 358 pages and will change land uses in the City. A hard copy of it is available at all NSCs and main library, and on line as well https://rochesterzap.com/04_documents-presentations/ https://rochesterzap.com/blog-2/   Also look at the Environmental Impact Statement that cites the changes in the Code (only 40 pages). City council will have the final vote.  Actual comment period closed 3 years ago.  One of the more continuous issues is how short-term rentals will be handled, also known as AirBnBs or virbo– rental of less than 30 days. Short term rentals owner is renting out all or part of the property. Owner occupied will be handled differently –proposed right now for those properties in lower density residential area short term rentals will not be allowed except with special permission, commercial areas more relaxed. And the big question is how they will enforce short-term rentals. Do get involved in the public hearings, that’s the last chance to voice your opinion before things become law. Lots of details that will affect the quality of life.  Kelly Cheatle Short term rentals need to make your feelings known including short term registry.  If you have concerns feel free to send over to Mary Lupien’s office.  Dates have not been set yet, Council waiting to get through the budget process. https://rachbarnhart.substack.com  6:30-6:35  Digital Billboard City Council Moratorium  Bob Thompson                         A number of neighborhoods have banded together to object to digital bill boards. City Council is proposing a Moratorium on billboards for one year or till it is resolved in the new Code. Digital billboards are replacing static billboards.  Encourage to be involved.  Number of cannabis shops opened, billboards that advertise cannabis are illegal.  New York State has control over those. https://cannabis.ny.gov/report-an-incident   to report billboards or any incidents or illegal cannabis shop. Lawn signs on cannabis shops just take them down or call Neighborhood Service Center.            6:35 – 6:41         Community Updates

Swillburg Pig Party June 13^th from 12 to 4PM , bounce house children’s activities and      tool library.  Plant swap May 17 also tool swap and seed swap Sunday 2PM to 4PM

    Upper Mt. Hope wonderful Clean Sweep looking forward to National Night out.

    Highland Park looking forward to National Night out as well. 

    National Night out on Highland Park Neighborhood Schedule partnered up with Pac           .      20 Boy scouts.

    South Clinton Crosswalks have been finally marked ,as well as School 35.

    South Wedge getting ready for June and July Scavenger hunt in South Wedge.

    Highland Hospital has Food Trucks for this summer. 

Adjourn at 6:41PM

AGENDA NBN6 Zoom Meeting May 11, 2026 5:30-7:00 p.m.

Facilitator:        Judy Hay

Minute Taker:   Linda Baier

5:30 – 5:50    Crime Prevention Officer Report – Goodman Section 

5:50-6:05       SE and SW Neighborhood Service Centers Administrator reports  –       

 John McMahon (SE) and Charles Reaves (SW

6:05 -6:10       Update Lilac Festival  (any issues?)            All

 6:10-6:15      Update Pride Festival                            Linda Baier

6:15-6:30       Vacant buildings and Code Enforcement     Judy Hay

6:30-45         ZAP Process and Issues                         Bob Thompson

6:45-6:505      Digital Billboard  City Council Moratorium    Bob Thompson                        

6:5057:00          Community Updates

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NBN6 AGENDA April 13, 2026

            NBN6 Meeting by Zoom   April 13, 2026        5:30-7:00 p.m.

Facilitator:         Lisa Reagan

Minute Taker:    Linda Baier

5:30 – 5:50       Crime Prevention Officer Report – Goodman Section

5:50 – 6:25       City Council President Miguel Melendez discusses his report                                                                      “Homeless” with Q & A

6:25 – 6:35       County Legislator Albert Blankley discusses County funding of                                                                   resources for homeless

6:35 – 6:45       Lt. Connor Smith provides Narcon/naloxone training

6:45 – 6:55       SE and SW Neighborhood Service Centers Administrator reports  –                                                           John McMahon (SE) and Charles Reaves (SW)

6:55 – 7:00      Community Updates     

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March 9, 2026 Minutes

NBN6 MINUTES  MARCH 9, 2026

Agenda 5:30PM – 7:00PM

Facilitator:       Judy Hay

Minute taker: Linda Baier

5:30PM – 5:40PM Dinner and conversation

Welcome and Thank you to the NIA Grant for the funds to purchase the dinner from Episcopal Senior Life Center.  Attendees were given a paper to write down any suggestions for future topics for NBN6 meetings.

5:40PM – 5:50 PM Neighborhood Service Center Updates and Neighborhood Updates

Southeast John McMahon : May 2 Clean Sweep-need to register projects asap. Focusing on vacant buildings this year.  

Charles Reaves Southwest Reminder also on Clean Sweep and preparing National Night Out in  August. Q- What are the boundaries for the southeast and the southwest? A- Innovative Field to Costco and Mt. Hope to Elmwood Avenue.  If you use the city website and enter the building address it will tell you what quadrant the house is in. https://maps.cityofrochester.gov/portal/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=b437e24a96e9498d9c49214bd1717613

5:50-6:00 Neighborhood Updates

Jenn Posey South Wedge Planning Committee: Numerous programs being offered this year all free on the website, working with Neighbor Works, Abundance and Episcopal Church Home. Currently working on a new website, and newsletter looking for writers to contribute to the newsletter.  

Bob Thompsone Highland Park Neighborhood April 26th, cheering Flower City Challenge on Goodman Street. Watch the Facebook Page for information on the Lilac Festival. There’s a meeting on the Lilac Festival March 11th at 4PM in Olmsted Lodge. 

Joan Lindberg Lilac Neighborhood : Boundary-South Avenue to Reservoir to Mt. Hope Avenue to Furman Crescent . Lilac has the South Avenue Firehouse, Werner castle and Mercy Center. They are ground zero for the Lilac Festival, Pride Fest and the African Fest.  Planning an Ice cream Social with the Azalea Neighborhood in the summer and Furman Crescent garage sale, as well as ,block parties in the summer and fall. 

Linda Baier Azalea Neighborhood Association: boundaries include Meadowbrook Road, Highland Avenue to Laney Road, to Elmwood Avenue. We are also ground zero for the Lilac and Pride Fests. We will cohost an Ice Cream Social with Lilac Neighbors and have a block party the Sunday after Father’s Day.  

Mary Tyndale Upper Mt. Hope Neighborhood: Dan Hurley Leader will be doing Clean Sweep and National Night Out in August and meeting with new venue on Mt. Hope -Pat’s Twice Baked.  

Judy Hay with Swillburg : three concerts planned for this summer, as well as the June 13 Pig Party all evens in the Otto Hendenberg Park. 

6:00PM – 6:10PM What Interests Neighbors Have for Future Meeting Topics

RGE questions and why the county opted out.

Community Resources Fair for Seniors

New Commissioner of Business Development 

Lifespan Presentation on fraud. 

Short Term Rental registry

History of Highland Park

Youth who are successful speakers

Proper dog care

Highland hospital and impact construction has on neighbors

6:10 -7:00 PM 

Music presented by Connie Deming and Steve Piper