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Mayor· 2022-2029

Malik D. Evans

Rochester

About

Malik D. Evans's campaign focuses on public services and community welfare, highlighted by investments in Rochester Animal Services. As the incumbent mayor, his platform aligns with municipal governance, local coalition building against gun violence, and garnering endorsements from key Democratic leadership.

Campaign promises (1)

  • public-safety
    The mayor announced new investments aimed at improving Rochester Animal Services.

At a glance

News mentions
4

Term ending Dec 31, 2029.

Voice

Meetings spoken in
5
Total speaking time
55:14
Avg per meeting
11:03
Segments
1108

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Top issues during term (20)

high↑Jul 2026[45]

elections

No direct costs here, but future council spending priorities could shift depending on who wins.

high→Jan 2026[33]

Historic Preservation and Architectural Standards

Property values and renovation costs may be impacted by mandatory historic material standards such as Simulated Divided Lites.

critical→Sep 2026[28]

Zoning Code Alignment Project (ZAP)

Affects long-term land use and property development values across the city.

medium↑Oct 2026[25]

crime statistics

Lower crime usually means a boost in property values and local business, keeping your hard-earned money working for you.

high↑May 2026[22]

Automated Bus Patrol and Traffic Enforcement Revenue

Grant-funded pedestrian safety enforcement program.

high↓May 2026[22]

Parking Area Regulations and Lot Coverage Limits

Private investment in commercial property infrastructure.

critical↑May 2026[22]

Lead Service Line Replacement Project

Involves a $14,000,000 municipal bond issuance matched by federal infrastructure grant funding.

high→Feb 2026[21]

Police Officer Candidate Disqualifications and Appeals

Impacts police recruitment pipeline and staffing levels.

medium↑Jun 2026[20]

state investment

It injects a fresh pool of state dollars right into our local economy to fund city projects without putting the squeeze on your wallet.

critical↑Apr 2026[18]

Police Accountability Board Restructuring and Oversight

Null

critical→Sep 2026[17]

Peace Village Agreement Review

The city is appropriating $1.6 million for the Peace Village pallet shelter project.

medium↑Aug 2026[17]

police shooting

Potential lawsuits and settlements could hit taxpayers hard if liability is established.

high↑Oct 2026[15]

Terrence Building Demolition and Environmental Abatement

A $20 million state grant passes through the city budget with developer-guaranteed cost overruns.

critical↑Apr 2026[15]

Affordable Housing and Homeownership Initiatives

Includes state grant funding and project investments for affordable housing construction.

medium↑Oct 2026[15]

Golisano Way street memorialization

No direct cost to residents — it's an honorary renaming on the city's Official Map.

high↑Aug 2026[12]

building safety enforcement

Taxpayers could dodge a massive emergency response bill, though the property owner is likely looking at heavy compliance costs or potential loss of revenue.

high↓May 2026[12]

Commercial Signage and Property Improvements

Supports local business visibility and property investment.

high↑Jan 2026[12]

Compensation Policy Commission and Council Governance Reforms

Determines future elected official compensation structures.

high↑May 2026[12]

Fire Department Operational Readiness and Medical Response

$2,167,000 bond authorization.

high↑Jul 2026[12]

Solid Waste Fleet Modernization

$4,900,000 bond issuance

Decisions during term (739)

Recorded while Evans was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.

approved5-0Oct 26, 2026

Official Map Amendment — 'Golisano Way' (OMA-001-26-27)

approved5-0Oct 26, 2026

Special Permit — ecoATM kiosk at PriceRite (E-008-26-27)

approved5-0Oct 26, 2026

Special Permit — additional drive-through lane and 24-hour operation (E-009-26-27)

approvedOct 20, 2026

Approval of September 22 and October 6 Meeting Minutes

approvedOct 20, 2026

Introductory No. 355: Sale of Real Estate

approvedOct 20, 2026

Introductory No. 356: Rochester Land Bank Corporation Agreement

approvedOct 20, 2026

Introductory No. 357: Terence Building Demolition

approvedOct 20, 2026

Introductory No. 358: Property Acquisition Compliance Services

approvedOct 20, 2026

Introductory No. 359: Monroe County Inter-Municipal Agreement for Lead Paint Prevention

tabledOct 20, 2026

Introductory No. 360: High Falls Business Improvement District District Plan Amendment

approvedOct 20, 2026

Introductory No. 361: Rezoning 30 Elmerston Road

approvedOct 20, 2026

Introductory No. 362: Rezoning 965 North Goodman Street and 576 Bay Street

approvedOct 20, 2026

Introductory No. 363: Raise Recommendations Oversight Agreement

approvedOct 20, 2026

Introductory No. 364: Financial Empowerment Center and Our Future Fund Agreements

approvedOct 20, 2026

Introductory No. 366: Financial Education for Our Future Fund

approvedOct 20, 2026

Introductory No. 366 (Duplicate Reading): Financial Empowerment Center

approvedOct 20, 2026

Introductory No. 367: Supervisory Skills Training Programs

approvedOct 20, 2026

Introductory No. 368: Computer Training Services

approvedOct 20, 2026

Introductory No. 369: 2026 Rock and Rollout Holiday Village Event

approvedOct 20, 2026

Introductory No. 370: Library Construction Grants