ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Rochester City Council approved funding for several projects during Tuesday night’s meeting.
That includes funding for construction at Rundel Library on South Avenue, upgrades to Seneca Avenue, and permission to apply for state funding for two projects. Here’s what city council voted to approve:
Permission to apply for state funding
City Council voted to allow Mayor Malik Evans to apply for up to $10.4 million in state funding for two different transportation projects. One project aims to convert South Avenue between Woodbury Avenue and East Main Street to two-way traffic and to improve bicycle and walking infrastructure.
The other aims to upgrade aging parts of the Genesee Riverway Trail to make neighborhoods more connected. The city also plans to add parking for bicycles and scooters and to improve vegetation management.
Construction project at Rundel Library
Have you noticed construction happening around the Rundel Building of the Rochester Central Library on South Avenue? City Council approved more funding for the fourth phase of a multi-year project to upgrade the Rundel Library, a nationally registered historic place.
Council members authorized bonds for air filtration upgrades as part of the project and established compensation to renovate the terrace. You can read more about the project here.
Upgrades to Seneca Avenue
City Council approved funding appropriations for some upgrades to Seneca Avenue on the city’s northeast side. The project aims to upgrade the curbs, driveways, sidewalks, street lighting, pavement markings, and signs on Seneca Avenue. The city also plans to repair manholes, catch basins, hydrants, and more.
The city is expected to get $6 million in reimbursements from the state Department of Transportation and $828,000 from the Rochester Pure Waters District. You can read about the project here.
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