ROCHESTER — Sen. Michael Rodrigues and State Rep. Mark Sylvia will host a public meeting at the Rochester Council on Aging on Wednesday, March 26 at 6 p.m.

The “Evening of Conversation” will center around the state budget process in relation to the Town of Rochester, with local town officials offering their insight as well. Rodrigues and Sylvia represent the town of Rochester in the state senate and House of Representatives.

“I’m delighted to have the opportunity to meet Rochester public officials and the local community to get a better understanding of their most important needs as we prepare the fiscal Year 2026 state budget," said Rodrigues. “It is so beneficial to have this open discussion and have Rep. Sylvia and I hear the concerns and the issues that people care most about first-hand.”

“I’m thrilled to co-host this community discussion with Senator Rodrigues in Rochester,” said Sylvia. “Engaging directly with our residents helps us better understand their concerns and priorities, and I look forward to continuing this dialogue to address the needs of our community.”