City & Local

Green Spaces

2 articles

Split image contrasting a lush green park with a new apartment building, symbolizing the conflict between urban development and green spaces.
Community

Urban development impacts green spaces, prioritizes housing needs

Rochester's City Council approved the sale of a half-acre Charlotte Street green space for $150,000 on April 21, 2026.

Derek Molina·May 30, 2026
Diverse group of people walking and enjoying a vibrant, green, and architecturally rich urban street, showcasing the benefits of walkability.
Neighborhoods

What Are the Benefits of Walkability in Urban Planning?

While a new park might seem like a simple amenity, it can quietly add millions to nearby commercial property values.

Derek Molina·May 11, 2026