Rochester NY Facts
Rochester NY is located in Monroe County. Second only to New York City, it is the second largest economy in the state. It is the third larges city in New York and the center of Monroe County which also includes Livingston, Orleans, Genesee, Ontario and Wayne Counties. It is also called the Flower City or The Worlds Image Center. It is also known as the city of neighborhoods, having 36 neighborhoods with each having their own characteristics that are unique from the others. There is the residential tree lined avenues of Maplewood if you love the serenity of nature. You will love the South Wedge Business district if you are more of the eclectic type. Then there is Browncroft if gracious homes are what you are looking for.
According to Places Rated Almanac, it is the 6th Most Livable Cities among the 379 metropolitan areas. In 2007, it took the number 6 spot for best metropolitan public schools nationwide and the top spot for quality of life given by the Expansion Management Magazine. Because of its available to all wide range of resources Rochester NY is considered to be one of the best places to live in. Whether for a single person or for a family, the city has everything one will need, from the most beautiful architecture, parks, business center and cultural centers.
When it comes to city employment, the city has around 3500 people in different jobs. Comprehensive benefits for employees, opportunities for advancement and competitive pay are what the city boasts of. The city is also very supportive of its local large and small businesses. Assistance to businesses in the city as well as for those who want to relocate to the city is provided by its Economic Development Department.
A wide range of recreational and entertainment opportunities are also offered by Rochester NY. There are always free concerts and other celebrations. The Garth Fagan Dance Troupe which performs around the city for various occasions calls the city its home. For those who love the arts there is the Rochester City Ballet and the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra. Since the city takes a deep pride in its history, you will find the history of Rochester in its architecture and in its museums. Of course other works of art are also showcased, such as the dolls at the Chili Doll Hospital and Victorian Doll Museum and the unique collections at George Eastman House. And for those who love sports, there are the usual indoor and outdoor sports. There are also cycling, mountain climbing and running clubs. Of course you can always enjoy boating on Lake Ontario, the Erie Canal, the Finger Lakes and Genesee River.
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