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Reconnect Rochester @reconnectroc.bsky.social · 14h

We compiled your thoughts and reflections on the 2025 #WeekWithoutDriving and put them on our blog! Thanks again to all who participated! Read here: reconnectrochester.org/2025/10/week...

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Reconnect Rochester @reconnectroc.bsky.social · 1d

Come see our new Harro East office space at our community open house on October 23rd! The open house will go from 3pm-7pm. All are welcome for a space tour, mingling, and light refreshments.

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Reconnect Rochester @reconnectroc.bsky.social · 2d

We know which "Best Idea for the Future" WE'RE voting for in the City Magazine poll! www.roccitymag.com/special-sect...

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Reconnect Rochester @reconnectroc.bsky.social · 3d

It’s now even easier to pay for your RTS ride!!

RTS graphic that says “No pass? No app? No problem! Pay for a single ride using your Visa, Mastercard, Apple Pay, or Google Wallet”

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Reconnect Rochester @reconnectroc.bsky.social · 4d

Don't forget to drop by our office to
pick up your free sticker! Finally, congratulations to our
winners who took the most non-car trips and racked up
the most non-driving miles! We'll report these
numbers to the national campaign to show the
collective impact of people getting around without a
car!

Reconnect Rochester @reconnectroc.bsky.social · 4d

We are thrilled to share that 44 people
logged a stunning 616 non-car trips for a total of 1,970.
41 non-driving miles!

Thank you to everyone who participated in the
#WeekWithoutDriving! We truly hope you have gotten
something out of this initiative that you will take with
you going forward.

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Reconnect Rochester @reconnectroc.bsky.social · 6d

Legislative advocacy is a major part of transit choice. Today's challenge is to email your elected officials why you personally care about safer streets and/or frequent transit. Tell your story and ask for an improvement, like a 25 MPH on your street or 15 minute bus service along your route.

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Reconnect Rochester @reconnectroc.bsky.social · 6d

The #WeekWithoutDriving is almost finished! Make sure to report all of your non-car trips and non-driving miles by the end of the day on Saturday to be eligible for prizes! docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

People biking and a bus witn a graphic that reads “sustainability isn’t just about recycling or reducing emissions. It’s also about how we take care of ourselves and the systems that support us.”

Person holding a sign that says “I would bike to work but I don’t feel safe on south Ave”

Two people holding signs. One says “I want to ride the bus downtown but I can’t because there’s no service in W Henrietta”

The other says “I love riding RTS because it’s cheap and reliable and I like the app”

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Reconnect Rochester @reconnectroc.bsky.social · 7d

We've been really enjoying the feedback from our #WeekWithoutDriving participants! Make sure you're logging your non-car trips and non-driving miles in our tracking form to be eligible for prizes! docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

“The trio takes 18-20 minutes and allows me to hear the birds, get a bit of sunshine on my face and avoid the line of cars backed up…”

“I head to MCC in the morning, walking to a nearby bus stop along N Goodman. I take the 6, then the 13 (this route gets PACKED, I’m shocked it doesn’t run every 15 minutes).”

“Mixed use buildings are the way to go! Two of the five places I went were such in the same building as another one of my destinations.”

“I biked to the grocery store to get a few things for dinner and wondered why more people didn’t do the same…With the right planning, it’s actually easy and fun!”

“I walked to Tru Yoga, did a class, and picked up groceries on the way home for a little over a two mile walk. It was a slightly longer trip but I didn’t have to park, and the weather was nice. I wish I had something to carry my yoga mat with, though, as it was unwieldy to carry.”

“Home Depot on Portland Ave. was very tricky, but I managed it!”

Graphic of phones showing maps with bike routes on them.

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Families for Safe Streets @familiesforsafestreets.org · 8d

"This is a big opportunity to correct [the myth] that people who don't drive are [living] some sort of fringe lifestyle — that not having access to a car is something that only hippies do, or pp who are obsessed w/ biking.. there's a lot of nuance [here]" www.nrdc.org/resources/wh...

Who Doesn’t Have a Car?

A new NRDC map shows car-free living and the factors affecting car usage in United States.

www.nrdc.org

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Reconnect Rochester @reconnectroc.bsky.social · 8d

Bringing an electric guitar setup on a bike. #WeekWithoutDriving

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Reconnect Rochester @reconnectroc.bsky.social · 8d

Day 4 #WeekWithoutDriving try the Veo e-scooters! Use the code CARFREE25 for $5 off your ride.
Veo says its vehicles replaced 69,000 car trips in Rochester last season. Download the Veo app and see how convenient it is to use one and leave it behind to move around unencumbered.

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Reconnect Rochester @reconnectroc.bsky.social · 9d

Cycling #WeekWithoutDriving challenge: Ride your bike to work! The average Rochester commute is 4.1 mile (25 min on bike). Start your day outside, connected to the community, and getting some light exercise.

Bonus: join our Light Up The Night bike ride this Friday at 6:15 pm.

Photo of a group of people on a bike ride at night in a promotional poster for “light up the night bike ride”

Photo of a smiling woman with a bike helmet with the Rochester skyline behind her.

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Reconnect Rochester @reconnectroc.bsky.social · 10d

Here's a #WeekWithoutDriving challenge: The GTC wants to hear from YOU on Thursday for which modes of transportation to fund through the year 2050. This is a major opportunity to advocate for public transit funding and safe walking/cycling/wheelchair infrastructure. publicinput.com/u16356

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Reconnect Rochester @reconnectroc.bsky.social · 10d

“It only gets better if we make it better.” As part of #WeekWithoutDriving it was great to chat with Simeon Banister, President & CEO of Rochester Area Community Foundation, about public transportation in Rochester!

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Reconnect Rochester @reconnectroc.bsky.social · 11d

We LOVE to hear that! Hope you will consider participating in the campaign and tracking your miles either way! reconnectrochester.org/week-without...

Week Without Driving 2025 (Sep 29-Oct 5) – Reconnect Rochester

reconnectrochester.org

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Reconnect Rochester @reconnectroc.bsky.social · 11d

Happy #WeekWithoutDriving! What mode of travel will you try today? Sign up on our website for daily emails with tips and a chance to win prizes. reconnectrochester.org/week-without...

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Reconnect Rochester @reconnectroc.bsky.social · 11d

Happy #WeekWithoutDriving!

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Reconnect Rochester @reconnectroc.bsky.social · 11d

This week has perfect weather to get you out of your car for the #WeekWithoutDriving! Take the pledge on our website today! reconnectrochester.org/week-without...

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Reconnect Rochester @reconnectroc.bsky.social · 12d

Almost time for #WeekWithoutDriving!
Thanks Spectrum News for covering our local initiative! You can still sign up on our website. spectrumlocalnews.com/nys/rocheste...

Participants join nationwide campaign to spend a week without driving

"Reconnect Rochester" is hoping this will give regular drivers a chance to step onto sidewalks and merge onto bike lanes to get a close look at the road pedestrians and cyclists face.

spectrumlocalnews.com

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Reconnect Rochester @reconnectroc.bsky.social · 14d

To kick off "WeekWithoutDriving, our Marketing Manager, Chaz Goodman, will be moderating a panel on Monday on accessibility for those who live with disabilities, young people, seniors, and people who can’t afford cars or gas. Join us to learn how to create a more accessible community for all!

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Reconnect Rochester @reconnectroc.bsky.social · 14d

Don't miss the ROC the Riverway Guided Bike Ride on Saturday at 1PM! Anyone interested in bike infrastructure should come check out this tour highlighting riverfront investments for next decade. www.cityofrochester.gov/roc-riverway...

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Reconnect Rochester @reconnectroc.bsky.social · 15d

You know you work for an active transportation organization when... your indoor secure bike parking is full up on a rainy day!

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Reconnect Rochester @reconnectroc.bsky.social · 15d

Monday begins our #WeekWithoutDriving campaign! Sign up on our website and we'll send you an email on how you can get started. reconnectrochester.org/week-without...

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Reconnect Rochester @reconnectroc.bsky.social · 16d

Revisiting Jasmine's story about going Car-Lite in Rochester. There are many benefits to taking the bus! Read more about what inspired her on our blog. reconnectrochester.org/2025/07/spra...

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