Rochester Reporter

Mayor Malik D. Evans announced today that the City is developing an ADA Transition Plan to guide improvements to accessibility in the City Right-of-Way. This comprehensive plan, mandated by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), focuses on identifying physical barriers in transportation systems and facilities and creating a plan to eliminate those barriers to improve accessibility for individuals with disabilities.

The ADA Transition Plan will identify accessibility challenges across key areas such as sidewalks, crosswalks, bus stops, and other pedestrian infrastructure within Rochester. The plan will document changes needed to infrastructure in the right-of-way required to meet the City's commitment to inclusivity and ensuring equitable access for all residents.

“As we work to make Rochester more safe, equitable and prosperous, we are committed to ensuring that we have a more accessible and inclusive environment for everyone in Rochester,” said Mayor Evans. “This ADA Right-of-Way Transition Plan marks a significant step towards identifying barriers and creating a comprehensive plan to improve accessibility and create an inclusive urban environment, ensuring every individual is able to navigate our city with dignity and accessibility.”

Supported by funding from the Genesee Transportation Council, the City is collaborating with Precision Infrastructure Management to spearhead the development of this plan. Precision Infrastructure Management brings extensive expertise in infrastructure planning and accessibility solutions to ensure the effective execution of the ADA Transition Plan.

Residents and stakeholders interested in participating or learning more about the ADA Transition Plan are encouraged to contact Project Manager Darin Ramsay at darin.ramsay@cityofrochester.gov or 585-428-6695.

For updates and information on the progress of the ADA Right-of-Way Transition Plan, visit www.cityofrochester.gov/adatransitionplan.