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Genesee Valley Park Olmsted Pedestrian Bridges Study

Genesee Valley Park Olmsted Pedestrian Bridges Study

 

 
 
OCT 28

Open House and Walking Tour #1 - Genesee Valley Park Olmsted Pedestrian Bridges Study

Wed, Oct 28 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Email gvppedbridges@publicinput.com
Genesee Waterways Center, 149 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, NY 14611, USA Map

Public Open House & Walking Tour: Genesee Valley Park Pedestrian Bridges

Whether you use the bridges regularly for walking, bicycling, commuting, or recreation, or simply have an interest in their history and future, we encourage you to share your experiences. 

Monroe County is leading multi-agency committee to assess the century old pedestrian bridges and recommend long term use and maintenance plans. Join us to learn more about the historic pedestrian bridges in Genesee Valley Park and share your experiences using these structures. 

The meeting will include an informational open house from 5 to 7pm where attendees can learn about the project, ask questions, and provide feedback on how the bridges are used today and what should be considered for their future.

An optional, guided walking tour will begin at 5:00 pm, offering participants an opportunity to visit the westernmost pedestrian bridge and discuss its history, use, and connections to the surrounding trail network. Beginning at the parking lot at the Genesee Waters Center, the walk will follow approximately 1,800 feet (one-third of a mile) of accessible, paved trail to one of the pedestrian bridges.


Getting There

Parking: Free parking is available.

Public Transit: Nearby RTS bus stops include:

  • Elmwood Loop (Stop ID 1274)

  • Elmwood Avenue opposite Genesee Valley Park (Stop ID 1273)

Visit myRTS.com to plan your trip and check current routes and schedules.

Walking & Bicycling: The meeting location is accessible via the Genesee Riverway Trail and Erie Canalway Trail, with connections through Genesee Valley Park's pedestrian bridges.

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publicity flyer announcing the Public Open House and Walking Tour on Wed Oct 28 from 5 -7 pm at the Genesee Waterways Center building.

 

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  • Genesee Valley Park Olmsted Pedestrian Bridges Study Public Open House & Walking Tour
  • Wednesday, October 28 5 -7 pm
  • Genesee Waterways Center, 149 Elmwood Avenue, Rochester
  • Join us for a Public Open House & Walking Tour to learn more about the century old pedestrian bridges, explore their roles in Genesee Valley Park, and share how you use them today.
    Walking Tour | 5:00 PM - Visit one of the pedestrian bridges during a short, guided walk along an accessible, paved trail. (The distance is approximately 1,800 feet (one-third of a mile) from the parking lot.
    Informational Open House | 5 - 7 PM Stop by to learn about the study, ask questions, and share your stories, experiences, and ideas for the bridges.
  • Getting there, accessibility, and accommodation information
  • Registration link and contact information publicinput.com/gvppedbridges 
    Yixuan Lin | 585.753.2026 Monroe County Department of Planning & Development, gvppedbridges@publicinput.com, 855-925-2801 code: 9511

 

Historic image of GVP bridges

 

Genesee Valley Park Olmsted Pedestrian Bridges Study​ - Task #6536

 

Project Overview

The Genesee Transportation Council is providing federal planning funds through the 2026-2027 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) to assist Monroe County establish a feasible framework for the long-term stewardship of the three Olmsted pedestrian bridges in Genesee Valley Park (GVP). The study will evaluate the condition of each bridge, historical significance, accessibility, and maintenance needs while documenting existing ownership and management responsibilities.

The study will develop both near-term and long-term recommendations, including cost estimates, implementation priorities, and potential funding sources. The study will also examine future ownership and maintenance frameworks to support the long-term stewardship of these important community assets.

Public engagement will play a central role throughout the process, with opportunities for residents, stakeholders, and partner agencies to help inform recommendations through surveys, interviews, a website, and public meetings.

 

Contact
Contact staff liaison Christopher Snyder for more information about GTC's role in this planning study by emailing him at csnyder@gtcmpo.org or calling (585) 252-1262. 

Contact project sponsor Yixuan Lin via email at yixuanlin@monroecounty.gov or via phone at (585) 753-2000 to learn more. 

 

 

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Presentation of scope to GTC Planning Committee in June 2025:

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