ADA Transition Plan  (February 27, 2013)

Bikes must be walked on sidewalks in the Downtown Business District

For the safety of pedestrians and cyclists alike, bicycle riding on sidewalks is not allowed in the Downtown Rochester Business District. Cyclists are required to walk their bicycles on sidewalks or ride their bicycle in the street when in this zone. Signs and sidewalk stencils will help designate this area. Violations are subject to a $75 fine, plus the associated court costs.

• Click here for more information about this Ordinance
• Click here to read Rochester Code of Ordinances Section 11-3-2

Map of the Downtown Business District (click map for larger image)

Most citizens realize the importance of vehicle safety and the need to keep our roadway free of hazards. Few think much about the thousands of pedestrian injuries resulting from falls on sidewalks. Rochester strives to provide a hazard free sidewalk system for the use of our citizens and visitors.