Hi! I am your neighbor,
Ruchi Gupta

I am running for Rochester City Council, Ward 5.

I’ve spent the last 4 years working inside Rochester’s planning and zoning development process, learning, and focusing on the growth of our city. Now, I’m running to help Ward 5 grow thoughtfully—with strong neighborhoods, environmental responsibility, and a robust local economy.

I am running for City Council because Ward 5
deserves a representative
who
listens carefully, asks hard questions, and reads the details.

Someone who understands
both the technical side of city planning and the lived experience
of our residents.

  • I am your voice for our neighborhood.

  • I am committed to rebuilding trust via transparency regarding City Council Decisions

  • I am your connection to meaningful change.

  • I am your partner in building the future of Ward 5 Rochester

  • I am your face-to-face tie between you and city leadership.

  • I am your advocate for responsible growth and new opportunities.

My goal is simple:
Bring vitality to our neighborhoods while ensuring that Rochester grows responsibly, equitably, and sustainably.

Ward 5 needs leadership that is practical, informed, and grounded in lived experience. My priorities will reflect what I hear from residents and what I have experienced firsthand through years of service in city planning and having lived in Ward 5 for more than 10 years. Strong neighborhoods are the foundation of a healthy city. Ward 5 residents deserve infrastructure and services that support our daily lives and coordinate with the vitality of our city.

Environment

Economy

Connectivity

After 23+ years, Rochester has become my home — by choice. Running for Rochester City Council, Ward 5, in the 2026 election is a natural next step in giving back to the community that has shaped my life here.

Ways You Can Get Involved

There are many ways to support your neighborhood campaign
depending on your time & interests.