Mitch Gruber joins us for a wide-ranging discussion on some of Rochester’s biggest challenges and opportunities. From the housing shortage and downtown development to traffic safety, the future of the Public Market, and the Inner Loop North project, Mitch shares his perspective as both a Rochester City Councilmember and longtime community leader at Foodlink.
What should Rochester prioritize over the next decade? Mitch offers a candid look at where the city is headed, what’s standing in the way, and why he remains optimistic about Rochester’s future.
00:00 Introduction & Mitch Gruber's Background
05:39 From Foodlink to City Council
10:15 Housing Development & Charlotte Street Debate
13:42 Charter Schools, Vacant Buildings & Housing
16:19 Rochester's Housing Crisis
28:25 Traffic Safety & Vision Zero
35:28 The Future of Rochester Public Market
41:42 Why Mitch is Optimistic About Rochester
47:12 Rapid Fire Rochester QuestionsÂ
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