ROCHESTER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Master Plans, Studies, and Maps
Master Plans & Studies
The City’s comprehensive plan envisions smart development, economic and community vibrancy initiatives into the future.
The City’s master plan is committed to continuing to grow a community rich in entertainment, retail/commercial districts and an excellent quality of life The Plans Library can be accessed here.
The Rochester Economic Development Commission (REDC), is an advisory group to the City Council, to develop economic development goals and objectives, including strategic planning. This commission leads the economic development strategic planning process, which is incorporated into the overall Master Plan. The most recent economic development strategic plan highlights the continued focus on a vibrant downtown and the growing advanced manufacturing sectors.
Representatives from Rochester businesses, real estate and finance industries, with the mission to encourage growth and vitality of the City, meets monthly to focus on topics such as energy, transportation, way finding and infrastructure.
Additionally, the City of Rochester has participated in Americans for the Arts – Arts & Economic Prosperity Surveys in 2011 and 2016 to paint a picture of not only the powerful economic engine, the established vibrant arts and cultural community in the City, but it also means Rochester is acbeautiful place to call home.