For Immediate Release
June 20, 2025
City of Monroe Holds Homelessness Roundtable with Community Leaders
The City of Monroe, in collaboration with Council Member Gary Anderson's Homeless and Addiction Committee, convened a Homelessness Roundtable to address ongoing homelessness challenges in the City, share updates on current efforts, and explore meaningful next steps in tackling homelessness in Monroe.
Representatives from City Council, City Management, local nonprofit organizations, law enforcement, members of the Homeless and Addiction Committee, and members of the public gathered at Old Armory Community Center on Wednesday, June 18 for a facilitator-led discussion on the state of homelessness in Monroe.
“The City continues to provide financial support through the local Homeless Shelter and public safety services as part of our commitment to helping those in need and keep the City safe. But to make a greater impact, the City must develop a broader, collaborative effort to address homelessness more effectively. Together, we’re working towards sustainable solutions. The next step is to create a working group to provide recommendations to implement,” said Council Member Anderson.
The discussion opened with a review of the City’s current efforts, highlighting programs and services already making a positive impact in Monroe. Participants examined service gaps, explored ways to improve inter-agency coordination, and discussed strategies to build pathways to stable housing. A key priority discussed was the need to better understand the scope of homelessness within the City through data collection. The roundtable concluded with a brainstorming session on actionable next steps, with several attendees committing to ongoing involvement.
“Addressing homelessness is a shared responsibility, and as a City, we are committed to doing our part in a compassionate manner. A meaningful solution will require collaboration among our local governments, nonprofits, and service providers. My goal is that through working together, we can create lasting change,” said City Manager Mark Watson.
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