RNeighbors
Neighborhoods create the authenticity and fabric of Rochester. It is vital, as our city grows, to keep neighbors engaged in the ownership of the city as the community develops, after all they are the original investors in Rochester.
In 2001, the City of Rochester determined there needed to be an organization to provide resources to help neighborhoods thrive and with the support of the Mayor and City Council, “The Rochester Neighborhood Resource Center, RNeighbors” was formed. This organization serves as a liaison between neighborhoods and the City to improve communication and collaboration by fostering citizen involvement.
RNeighbors assists in the process of starting neighborhood associations that can actively represent each Rochester neighborhood and foster a spirit of community. One group working together has a stronger impact than many individual voices.
Not in a registered neighborhood association but would like to be?
- Assemble a contact list for your neighborhood.
- Ask if there is a core group of residents interested in helping get a group formed. We recommend 3-5.
- Work with RNeighbors to determine boundaries and complete registration form.
- Email for additional information.
RNeighbors.org is a packed online neighborhood resource that includes how to register your neighborhood group, available project and tree grants, the RNeighborhood Association Toolkit, a Speaker’s Bureau, neighborhood news, and much more.
Movie in a Box
Gather some neighbors and enjoy a movie in your backyard. RNeighbors provides you with everything you need for a family-friendly neighborhood movie night.
This resource has been utilized by neighborhoods in parks, backyards and even garages. Watch a movie or host a video game competition.
Contents include: a large outdoor screen, projector, DVD player, large speakers and all of the cords and instructions to make it work.
All you need is a movie and power source. More info online.
Block Party Trailer
Ever thought about having a big neighborhood party but then got overwhelmed trying to think through all of the logistics and supplies?
The Leadership Greater Rochester Class of 2017 founded Rochester’s first Building Blocks mobile block party trailer. The trailer is available for residents to reserve and use for their own neighborhood block parties.
Contents include: tables, chairs, yard games, and so much more for community members to use for free and will be delivered in a custom trailer.
Interested in reserving the Building Blocks mobile block party trailer for your neighborhood get-together? Check RNeighbors.org for info.
