Parking enforcement by Public Works is used as needed to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the snow plowing by City crews and to provide safe access for emergency vehicles. The Rochester Code of Ordinances 11-6-28 states vehicles are not allowed to park on the street for more than twenty four (24) consecutive hours. Violations are subject to a parking ticket and a possible towing.

Public Works Department have been given authority to issue parking tickets during snow related events: