Dome lighting requests must:
- be requested or endorsed by a Rochester resident who would be willing to provide a quote/statement to the media, if requested. Out-of-state requests will be declined.
- reflect inclusiveness, not exclusiveness, and recognize that the strength of our democracy is our diversity. It must not take sides in matters of political, ideological, or religious controversy, or individual convictions. The Mayor will not recognize any group whose policies or aims advocate violence, hatred, or any other position contrary to the well-being of the citizens of Rochester or the quality of life in Rochester.
- affect a broad group of people. Dome lighting requests may not be individualized or specialized or in honor of a specific individual unless specifically approved by the Mayor.
- not take sides in matters of political controversy or suggest an official position on a matter under consideration by the City Council.
- not duplicate other requests. Requests that are similar to already approved requests will be declined.
Dome lighting requests will generally be denied for the following: family reunions, class reunions, retirements, pastoral, church, or wedding anniversaries, birthday celebrations, recreational events, conferences, deceased individuals (unless they are a current office holder), requests from Rochester non-residents, and/or organizations in other cities who have no locally-based chapters or connections to Rochester. Instead, the Mayor will recognize individual achievements via social media, letter, personal note, visit, phone call, on social media, and/or announcement at a City Council meeting.
