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Rochester Infrastructure Bond Measure Allocates Funds for Construction Jobs and Transit Services

City spending on road repairs and public transit upgrades will shape employment options and daily travel costs for Rochester residents starting later this year.

By Rochester Policy Desk · July 8, 2026 · 1 min read

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Rochester Mayor Changes Municipal Contract Rules, Affecting City Services

The revised bidding thresholds in the 2026 Rochester municipal code will change timelines for street repairs, park maintenance and waste collection contracts that serve city households.

By Rochester Policy Desk · July 8, 2026 · 2 min read

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