Monroe County Climate Adaptation & Resiliency Public Workshops Held in April and May 2026

Five public workshops were held on the to provide input on the county’s Climate Adaptation & Resiliency Plan (CARP) on the following dates and locations: 

• April 28, Chili Community Center, 3237 Chili Ave, Rochester, 6.-7 p.m. 

• April 29, Webster Public Library, 980 Ridge Rd, Webster, 6-7 p.m. 

• May 5, Arnett Branch Library, 310 Arnett Blvd, Rochester, 5:30-6:30 p.m. 

• May 6, Parma Public Library, 7 West Ave, Hilton, 6-7 p.m. 

• May 7, Perinton Community Center, 1350 Turk Hill Rd, Fairport, 6-7 p.m. 

The CARP will assess the vulnerability of the County’s infrastructure, programs, and human and environmental services to a changing climate. It aims to establish a strategic framework of policies, programs, projects, and partnerships that will provide a clear, actionable pathway to build a more resilient Monroe County for all. The CARP builds on the work of Phase 1 and Phase 2 of the County’s Climate Action Plan. 

“Our county has made significant progress to reduce its carbon footprint and create a more sustainable environment. From reducing greenhouse gas emissions from county fleet vehicles to saving energy at county buildings and facilities and improving sustainable materials management to reduce waste, we have been busy working toward the goals set by the Climate Action Plan,” said County Executive Bello. “At these upcoming meetings, I encourage everyone to get involved in this critical process and help us transform Monroe County into a cleaner and healthier community for generations to come.” 

The Monroe County Sustainability Group gave an overview of climate hazards and public feedback received previously, with an interactive activity to explore climate vulnerabilities throughout Monroe County. 

The Monroe County DES team was also at the following events throughout April and May, providing additional opportunities for residents to learn more about the CARP, and share feedback: 

• April 18, Earth Day at Seneca Park Zoo, 2222 Saint Paul St., Rochester, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 

• April 18, MCC Sustainability Fix It Fair, LeRoy V. Good Library, Monroe Community College Brighton Campus, 1000 E Henrietta Rd, Rochester, Noon- 3 p.m. 

• April 25, Town of Gates — Earth Day Eco-fest, Gates YMCA, 920 Elmgrove Rd., Rochester, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. 

• April 25, Village of Honeoye Falls — Environmental Fair, Harry Allen Park, 23 N. Main St., Honeoye Falls, 11 a.m. -3 p.m. 

• May 2, Town of Penfield — EV Car Show and Arbor Day Celebration, Penfield Community Center, 1985 Baird Rd., Penfield, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 

• May 9 & 16, Rochester Lilac Festival, Highland Park, 1440 South Ave, Rochester, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 

*All of these events were open to the public and FREE to attend with the exception of Earth Day at the Seneca Park Zoo, which required payment for admission to the Zoo. 

For more information, visit the CARP page and visit the Get Involved page to learn about upcoming events and activities.