Genesee Valley Park Olmsted Pedestrian Bridges Study
Genesee Valley Park Olmsted Pedestrian Bridges Study
Thanks to everyone who joined us on Oct. 28 on the walking tour to learn more about the pedestrian bridges in Genesee Valley Park and for sharing what these historic bridges mean to you.
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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.
Presentation of scope to GTC Planning Committee in June 2025:
Documents
Check back soon to review documents related to the project.
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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