RocVille is a locally owned community resource devoted to improving the quality of life for all Rochester metro area residents by advocating for more walkable, vibrant neighborhoods. We are pedestrian advocates. We believe communities should be designed for people, not cars — no matter where you live. And we encourage all citizens to be involved in their communities at some level, as even the smallest positive contribution will have a ripple effect on the community around you.
Core Values:
- Walkability
- Pedestrian safety
- Proactive and involved communities
- Smart urban planning / historic preservation
- Vibrant locally owned businesses
- Local food, art and music
- Green alternatives
- Mass transit
Blog posts are by Renee.
Renee walks everywhere she can. These are her feet. She loves crosswalks, sidewalks and things you can walk and bike to. Recreationally, she is an avid runner and swimmer. If Rochester decided to put in one of those swimming canals like London, she’d commute that way instead of by foot.
Renee is also Vice-President of Community Engagement and heads up the Pedestrian Safety workgroup at Reconnect Rochester, a non-profit organization working to build a more sustainable transportation network for the greater Rochester area. She contributes to its blog with discussions on making streets safer for everyone, regardless of the mode of transportation. You can also find her at Walk Bike Pittsford, which is striving to make the Village and surrounding areas safer for people who, walk, bike, use mass transit and get around sometimes or all of the time without a car there.
News and Featured have various contributors.