Rochester business owners push back on proposed downtown parking change

Rochester business owners push back on proposed downtown parking change

ROCHESTER — Business owners and staff are asking the Rochester City Council to nix future discussions about changes to First Avenue on-street parking. “While well intentioned, this change would create serious disruption for one of the most vibrant business corridors in downtown Rochester,” Natalie Victoria told the council during its public comment period on Monday. The owner of Victoria's Ristorante & Wine Bar, 7 First Ave. SW, and The Tap Hous…

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