Envisioning the forthcoming High Falls State Park

24/10/2025 51 min

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Episode Synopsis


As WXXI's Brian Sharp reports, the vision for a new state park in downtown Rochester is gaining focus. The state recently released renderings of the planned High Falls State Park. Construction will begin late next year. The 40-acre space will include restored green space, playgrounds and seating areas, overlooks, and more. This hour, our guests discuss the plans for the new park. In studio:
Vincent Esposito, senior vice president for regional economic development at Empire State Development
Carl Flora, associate architect for New York State Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, and lead architect for High Falls State Park
Stephanie Hyde, engagement planner at Highland Planning
Brian Sharp, investigations and enterprise editor for WXXI News
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