About Us

COMMUNITY - COORDINATION - COLLABRATION

Understanding the Assignment 

The Lyell Otis region and its surrounding communities are committed to achieving more together by creating a shared plan that addresses our collective needs and priorities. United in purpose, we aim to deliver a message of hope—one in which every individual has the opportunity to contribute to the betterment of our neighborhoods.

The Lyell Otis Community Association (LOCA), founded in July 2021, was created to fill a gap in community leadership and engagement. Our members recognized that the people best equipped to revitalize the neighborhood are those who live within it. Guided by our motto, “Community Unity,” LOCA works to address local concerns and develop a dedicated model for neighborhood improvement.

Our office, located at 1060 Lyell Avenue, serves as a vibrant community hub for gathering, sharing, and celebrating the positive aspects of our area. Through partnerships with local politicians and community-based organizations, we bring together subject matter experts to engage in meaningful conversations, inform strategies, and help build initiatives that improve the lives of all residents in our region.

LOCA actively collaborates and coordinates with agencies across the City of Rochester to create a foundational roadmap for growth and revitalization. As a community, we are committed to ensuring that all voices are heard, and your feedback is essential to shaping our initiatives.

We are bordered by Lexington Avenue to the north, the old subway bed near Dewey Avenue to the east, Lyell Avenue to the south, and the Erie Canal to the west