2. One City, One Future
Established 175 years ago
Rochester's city population
according to the 2010 census
is approximately
210,565, making it New
York's third most populous
city after New York City and
Buffalo.
3. According to the 2010 Census, the city's
population was 43.7% White (37.6% non-
Hispanic White alone), 41.7% Black or African
American (38.8% non-Hispanic Black or
African American alone), 0.5% American
Indian and Alaska Native, 3.1% Asian, 0.0%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific
Islander, 6.6% from some other race and 4.4%
from two or more races. 16.4% of the total
population were Hispanic or Latino of any
race, mostly made up of Puerto Ricans.
4. Drove a car alone: 7,578 (67%)
Carpooled: 1,671 (15%)
Bus or trolley bus: 1,245 (11%)
Railroad: 16 (0%)
Taxi: 32 (0%)
Bicycle: 14 (0%)
Walked: 467 (4%)
Other means: 72 (1%)
Worked at home: 226 (2%)
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10. The city has many neighborhoods and streets of
various types. Many housing issues in the city are
a problem related to poverty, and missing or
disinterested landlords. It leads to abandoned
homes, homes boarded up , burned or even
removal by the city, leading to empty lots.
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21. E. Ridge Road (104) up and to south side of
Long Acre Rd. to the North; Clifford Avenue
to the South; N. Goodman Street to the East
and St. Paul Street (Genesee River) to the
West. (Region breakdown as follows: East-
between N. Goodman Street and Carter
Street; Central-between Carter Street and
Joseph Avenue; and West-between Joseph
Avenue and St. Paul Street/Genesee River)
22. Extending across much of the north-central cityscape of Rochester, now
including parts of the old Hudson Avenue and North Clinton
neighborhoods, is the 14621 community. Today this neighborhood is
predominantly African American and Hispanic, this community suffered
being the center of the 1964 riots. The riots did produce some benefits in
the long run: the north-central area has been the site of ongoing urban
renewal projects since the late 1960s, and, as noted by "JULY ’64"
filmmakers Carvin Eison and Chris Christopher, inspired the
development of such important African American organizations such as
The Urban League of Rochester as well as Rochester’s first anti-poverty
organization (Action for a Better Community), and black community
activist organization Freedom, Integration, God, Honor, Today
(F.I.G.H.T.). (F.I.G.H.T.) was founded by Rev. Franklin Florence and
Deleon McEwen, who would become the first president of (F.I.G.H.T).
The establishment of this program came the assistance of Saul Slinky.
However, the neighborhood is still considered the most dangerous part of
Rochester and is blighted by crime, drugs and gang activity.[
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25. Elementary Schools:
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Secondary Schools
23
Roberto Clemente School No. 8
Graduation Rate for 2011 (last reported): 46%
28. Rochester General Hospital is inside the 14621
community.
Rochester General Hospital (RGH), a 528-bed tertiary-care facility and the
flagship of Rochester General Health System, is served by more than
1,500 medical and dental staff members and more than 7,000 employees.
Strong referral relationships with several regional hospitals, as well as
relationships and affiliations with nationally renowned institutions
including Cleveland Clinic and Roswell Park Cancer Institute, amplify
the ability of RGH to provide superior clinical care to the men and
women of the greater Rochester area and beyond.
29. Rite Aid Pharmacies: 4
Walgreens: 1
CVS: 1
Tops: 1
Wal-Mart: 1
Target: 1
Your Local Pharmacy: 1 (opened 3/1/2012)
30. Northridge Medical Group
McCree McCuller Wellness Center (AIDS/HIV Care)
RGMG White Pines Medical Group
Behavioral Health Network
31. Quint 6/Midi 6: 1207 North Clinton Ave.
Engine 16: 704 Hudson Ave.
38. There are numerous churches in
the community. They are
located in churches, in regular
buildings and in storefronts and
are all different denominations.
The last listing totals 27 churches
In the 14621 zip code.
39. There are a total of 43 different stores to shop
for groceries in the 14621 zip code. They vary
from Wal-Mart and Tops to local stores of
every culture and type.
Shaiba Grocery King Food Mart Little Brooklyn Mini Mart
40. These is no obvious signs of gang activity in
the area but it has been reported that there are
several rival gangs.
There is graffiti on buildings in different
locations throughout the area as well.
There were numerous people walking around
the streets, mostly males. Due to the fact that it
has been cold outside, there are less people
interacting together. Many people sit on
porches to see the neighbors and traffic going
by.
41. These were several cats wandering around the
neighborhoods. No loose dogs were seen.
Many of the local people are Hispanic or
Latino as well as African American. There is a
lot of ethnic influences in the area.
There appears to be little respect for peers and
neighbors in this area. People were observed
speaking in angry tone of voices and
considerable profanity.
42. Many of the areas that inside the 14621 zip
code are not very safe. One must be vigilant in
keeping eyes and ears open to prevent one
from becoming a victim.
43. The windshield survey was done in the area
were I normally work as a community health
nurse. Although I do not necessarily feel
unsafe in the areas, I also have to be acutely
aware of my surroundings. It is predominantly
a low income/poverty ridden area with high
crime.
I would not for any reason choose to live there.
44. There is a strong cultural allegiance in this area
and people who are looking at trying to change
the overall economic issues.
Many stores and necessities are within walking
distance so the residents can obtain their needs.
Faith is another great allegiance.
45. Poverty is a great challenge in this area.
Crime in this area is one of the highest rates in
the city.
There appears to be little pride in the area and
in the streets. Even when observing the
sanitation workers (city workers) gathering
garbage, anything that fell out of the cans to the
ground, stayed on the ground.
46. Show pride in the neighborhoods, encouraging
clean ups frequently to get the garbage off the
ground.
Add gathering places in the neighborhoods to
keep neighbors in contact with each other.
Have the city sponsor projects to help with the
overall maintenance of homes and fine or
charge landlords who do not keep up the
appearance of the homes they rent.
47. This is one of the poorest and unsafe area of the
city. Although I work there daily, I do not care
to spend much time there.
I choose to avoid going into my of the shops
and stores even to use the facilities.
I certainly would not live there.
