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Mayor Burns Creates Winchester Revitalization Committee by Proclamation

4/15/2024 8:45:00 AM

Proclamation P-2024-10

WHEREAS, the Winchester Community of the City of Monroe has a long, rich, and important history; and

Eight Individuals Recognized, Two Proclamations Issued During City Council Meeting

4/10/2024 9:02:00 AM

Top 100 Most Powerful Women

Eight individuals were recognized as being in the Top 100 Most powerful Women in Union County according...

Monroe Police Announce Appointment of Assistant Police Chief

4/5/2024 9:56:00 AM

Bolen, Rhett

The Monroe Police Department is proud to announce the promotion of Captain William “Rhett” Bolen to Assistant Police Chief.

Bolen has...

Lake Monroe Reopens After Successful Precautionary Inspection

4/4/2024 1:30:00 PM

Lake Monroe Reopened April4 2024

The City of Monroe Water Resources Department has announced the reopening of Lake Monroe effective immediately.

Lake...

Annual Drinking Water Treatment Change and Fire Hydrant Flushing Schedule Extended

4/3/2024 9:07:00 AM

Drinking Water Treatment Notice

APRIL 3, 2024 UPDATE: Extension of Annual Drinking Water Treatment Change and Fire Hydrant...

City of Monroe Employees Recognized in Top 100 Most Powerful Women of Union County 2024

4/1/2024 2:34:00 PM

2024 UC Most Powerful Women

Six City of Monroe employees and two Council Members have been recognized...

City Offices Closed March 29 in Observance of Good Friday

3/26/2024 4:25:00 PM

City Offices Closed March 29

The City of Monroe's administrative offices will be closed on Friday, March 29, in observance...

Monroe's Easter Eggstravaganza Date and Time Changed due to Inclement Weather

3/21/2024 4:31:00 PM

Easter Eggstravaganza Postponed to March 24

Due to forecast inclement weather, our Easter Eggstravaganza event...

City of Monroe Launches "MonroeWorks" To Connect Job-Seekers With Manufacturing Employers

3/20/2024 7:30:00 AM

MonroeWorks

The City of Monroe has launched MonroeWorks, a new initiative designed to connect Monroe’s job-seekers with precision manufacturing firms and educate...

Help Prevent Sewer Spills; Do Not Pour Grease Down the Drain

3/14/2024 1:52:00 PM

help prevent sewer spills

The City of Monroe's Water Resources Department is asking customers for their help to prevent...

Public Notice of City Council Special Meeting Called for March 15

3/12/2024 3:03:00 PM

Special meeting notice

The Mayor of the City of Monroe has called for a City Council Special Meeting to be held on Friday, March 15, 2024 at...

Public Notice: March 12 City Council Meetings Canceled

3/11/2024 10:59:00 AM

notice of cancelation

The City Council Strategic Planning Meeting scheduled for 4:30 p.m. and the Regular Meeting scheduled...

Roots and Grease Cause a Sanitary Sewer Spill

3/2/2024 6:06:00 PM

Sanitary Sewer Spill Notice

The City of Monroe Water Resources Department responded to a sanitary sewer spill on Saturday, March...

Important Update: Enhanced Online Bill Pay Security Upgrade Set for March 9

2/28/2024 12:11:00 PM

Online bill pay upgrade announcement

The...

Upcoming Water Resources Utility Improvement Projects

2/27/2024 10:51:00 AM

Utility Improvement Notice Graphic

The City of Monroe’s Water Resources Department will be performing several upcoming projects...

Monroe Selected to Host Southeast Council of Air Shows 2024 Summit

2/23/2024 9:30:00 AM

SECAS announcement

The City of Monroe has the prestigious honor to serve as the distinguished host city for the Southeast Council of Air Shows (SECAS)...

Monroe Police to Welcome Law Enforcement Assessor on March 3-7

2/22/2024 3:34:00 PM

MPD Public Notice

An Assessor from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA®), will arrive March 3, 2024, to examine all aspects...

Debris Causes Sanitary Sewer Spill

2/22/2024 2:23:00 PM

Sanitary Sewer Spill Notice

The City of Monroe Water Resources Department responded to a sanitary sewer spill on Wednesday, February 21, 2024. The spill...

Seasonal Opening of City Lakes Set for March 1

2/20/2024 3:50:00 PM

Lake Twitty

The City of Monroe’s Water Resources Department announces City lakes are scheduled to open on Friday, March 1 for seasonal boating and fishing.

Lake...

Public Notice: Sanitary Sewer Pipe Bursting

2/20/2024 2:56:00 PM

Utility Improvement Notice Graphic

The City of Monroe Water Resources Department will be conducting sewer pipe bursting beginning...

City Offices Closed for President's Day on Monday, February 19

2/15/2024 10:26:00 AM

City offices closed February 19 in observance of Presidents' Day

The City of Monroe's...

Upcoming Paving Project to Improve Streets and Parking Lots

2/15/2024 9:45:00 AM

2024 road resurfacing

The City of Monroe’s Engineering Department will oversee the resurfacing and repair of several streets and two parking...

City Council Unanimously Approves Across the Board Law Enforcement Raises

2/13/2024 2:05:00 PM

Monroe Police Department

Monroe City Council unanimously approved across-the-board...

2024 Employee Service Awards Honor Service Milestones

2/9/2024 11:38:00 AM

Collage of City employees receiving awards

On the morning of Friday, February 9, City employees gathered at the Monroe...

Scheduled Highway 74 Lane Closure and Power Outage on February 13

2/6/2024 10:35:00 AM

Lane Closure

The City of Monroe’s Electric Division will be closing a single lane of W. Highway 74 and conducting a scheduled power outage for a select number...

Three New Advisory Committees Created By Proclamation

1/31/2024 4:44:00 PM

Three New Advisory Committees

Mayor Robert Burns has created three new advisory committees to address concerns about animal...

Mayor Proclaims February as Black History Month

1/19/2024 9:57:00 AM

Proclamation P-2024-02

CITY OF MONROE

Proclamation Observing Black History Month

February...

Winter Weather Tips

1/16/2024 3:02:00 PM

The City of Monroe is expected to experience a drop in temperatures below freezing overnight this week. It's important...

Monroe Golf Course Temporarily Closed Due to Weather

1/16/2024 2:00:00 PM

Weather Alert: The front nine is closed Tuesday, Jan. 16, due to inclement weather and temperatures. The back nine will remain open on Jan. 16.

The...

Water Resources to Conduct Sewer Smoke Testing

1/12/2024 7:32:00 AM

The City of Monroe Water Resources Department will conduct sewer system smoke testing on January 16 through mid-March.

This will impact approximately 52,000 feet of sewer main within the Sunset area between Hayne Street and Griffith Road, and along the Wolf...

Mayor Proclaims January 15 as Dr Martin Luther King, Jr Day

1/11/2024 1:30:00 PM

CITY OF MONROE

Proclamation Observing Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

January...

Celebrating the First Anniversary of the Monroe Science Center Honoring Dr Christine Mann Darden

1/11/2024 6:00:00 AM

The City of Monroe is celebrating the first anniversary of the Monroe Science Center Honoring Dr. Christine Mann Darden on Thursday, January...

January City Council Meetings Postponed to New Date

1/10/2024 9:03:00 AM

Due to inclement weather, Mayor Robert Burns of the City of Monroe has postponed the City Council...

City Offices Close Early due to Severe Weather

1/9/2024 3:06:00 PM

City Manager Mark Watson has made the decision to close all City buildings, functions, and services to the...

City of Monroe Announces Partnership to Offer Water and Sewer Line Warranty Coverage to Homeowners

1/3/2024 2:57:00 PM

The City of Monroe has partnered with Service Line Warranties of America (SLWA) to offer Exterior Water Service...

Water Resources Sanitary Sewer Main Replacements to begin January 8

1/2/2024 3:59:00 PM

The Water Resources Construction Division will be replacing sanitary sewer mains in the street right-of-way on the following streets:

King Street from Cherry Street to Skyway Drive

Winchester Avenue from Beard Street to Hill Street

Winchester Avenue from Stafford...

City of Monroe to Observe Christmas, New Year Holidays

12/18/2023 11:25:00 AM

The City of Monroe's administrative offices will be closed in observance of the Christmas holiday on Friday,...

New Mayor, Council Members Take Oaths of Office

12/14/2023 12:22:00 PM

The Mayor of Monroe, along with three new Council Members, took their oaths of office during the regular Council meeting...

Santa's Workshop Opens December 7 in Downtown

12/7/2023 8:07:00 AM

Santa Claus is coming to town! Experience the magic of the holiday season right here in the City of Monroe as Santa prepares...

Mayor, Council Members Honored During Reception

12/4/2023 2:38:00 PM

The City of Monroe honored Mayor Marion Holloway, Council Member Lynn Keziah,...

Christmas on Main Postponed due to weather

12/1/2023 9:56:00 AM

Christmas on Main has been postponed due to forecast...

Prevent Frozen Pipes and other Cold Weather Tips

11/27/2023 10:45:00 AM

Prevent Frozen Pipes

As cold weather sets in this winter, it's important to stay...

Santa's Workshop to open in Downtown Monroe for the Holidays

11/16/2023 11:01:00 AM

Santa Claus is coming to town! Experience the magic of the holiday season right...

City of Monroe to host Reception Honoring Mayor, Council Members

11/13/2023 12:37:00 PM

The City of Monroe cordially invites members of the public to a drop-in...

City of Monroe to Observe Veterans Day Holiday

11/8/2023 12:18:00 PM

The City of Monroe's administrative offices will be closed on Friday, November...

2023 Warbirds Over Monroe Air Show November 11-12

11/3/2023 1:14:00 PM

The City of Monroe is pleased to announce the 2023 Warbirds Over Monroe Air Show featuring...

City of Monroe Convenes 80 Leaders in Government, Business and Nonprofit Sectors to Address Hiring Barriers in the Manufacturing Sector in Mayor’s Symposium

11/3/2023 1:13:00 PM

The City of Monroe recently hosted 80 leaders in government, business...

Monroe Police Holds Swearing In, Promotion and Awards Ceremony

11/2/2023 11:11:00 AM

The City of Monroe's Police Department held a “Swearing In, Promotion & Awards Ceremony”...

Seasonal Loose Leaf Collection Begins

11/1/2023 12:00:00 PM

The City of Monroe’s four...

City of Monroe to host Annual Fall Festival on November 4

10/31/2023 3:00:00 PM

The City of Monroe's Parks and Recreation Department will host its annual Fall Festival on November 4 between 2 -6 p.m. at...

Public Notice: Highway 74 Sweeping

10/27/2023 7:30:00 AM

The City of Monroe Engineering Department in conjunction with North Carolina...

Temporary Lowering of Lake Lee Water Levels

10/26/2023 12:28:00 PM

The City of Monroe Water Resources Department is temporarily lowering Lake Lee levels to make repairs on the dam.

This is an annual repair to the flashboards. This does not impact the water supply. Residents who live along the lake may see lower...

City of Monroe Recognized as Good Jobs, Great Cities Destination City by National League of Cities and US DOL; Holds 2-Day Symposium with Service Agencies and Employers

10/24/2023 4:47:00 PM

The City of Monroe has been named a Good Jobs, Great Cities Destination City, only one of 16 nationwide, as part of a new program by...

Upcoming Community Halloween Events Hosted by City of Monroe

10/24/2023 1:24:00 PM

The City of Monroe is excited to celebrate Halloween this year with...

Public Notice: Energy Services Public Awareness Survey

10/24/2023 12:38:00 PM

The City of Monroe's Energy Services Department will be...

Monroe to host Halloween Happenings on October 21

10/19/2023 10:03:00 AM

Join the Monroe Parks and Recreation Department...

Seasonal Closure of City Lakes 2023

10/17/2023 12:07:00 PM

The City of Monroe Water Resources Department will...

Fiber Optic Installation Underway in the City of Monroe

10/3/2023 3:17:00 PM

City of Monroe residents are asked to be aware of the ongoing and upcoming installation of fiber optic lines in parts of the City.

A...

City of Monroe Recognizes Public Power Week

9/29/2023 10:50:00 AM

The City of Monroe will celebrate the value of our locally owned and operated electric...

City of Monroe Observes National Public Natural Gas Week

9/29/2023 10:45:00 AM

The City of Monroe will observe National Public Natural Gas Week from October 1 - 7, 2023.

This...

Monroe Fire Department Receives State Farm Donation for Fire Prevention Week

9/25/2023 8:56:00 AM

The Monroe Fire Department graciously accepted...

Water Resources Reports Sanitary Sewer Spill

9/18/2023 6:36:00 PM

The City of Monroe Water Resources Department responded to a sanitary sewer spill on Monday, September 18, 2023.

There is no risk to the City water supply.

The spill was coming from a sewer force main located in the 4100 block of Secrest...

City of Monroe Natural Gas Division Conducts Annual Natural Gas Leak Survey

9/18/2023 1:39:00 PM

The City of Monroe’s Natural Gas Division is conducting its annual natural gas leak survey and atmospheric corrosion inspection on a portion of the distribution system.

The intended outcome is to provide safe, responsible, and reliable natural gas service to our customers.

This...

Water Resources Utility Improvement: West Franklin Street

9/12/2023 3:00:00 PM

The City of Monroe Construction Division will conduct a water main replacement along W. Franklin Street between N. Charlotte Avenue to Stewart Street starting on or around Monday, September 18, and anticipated to conclude by Wednesday, October 25.

The improvement will be replacing approximately...

City of Monroe Receives Grant Toward Parks and Recreation Projects

9/8/2023 11:33:00 AM

The City of Monroe has been awarded a $500,000 grant toward the development of two major Parks and Recreation...

City of Monroe to Observe Labor Day Holiday

8/30/2023 9:43:00 AM

The City of Monroe's administrative offices will be closed on Monday, September 4, in observance...

City of Monroe Releases 2023 Annual Wastewater Performance Report

8/28/2023 1:41:00 PM

The City of Monroe Water Resources Department has published its 2023 Annual Wastewater Performance Report.

This report provides an overview of our wastewater system performance as well as important information regarding what the City does to maintain sewer lines and what customers can do...

Monroe Police Celebrates Grand Opening of Bobby G Kilgore Law Enforcement Center

8/23/2023 11:24:00 AM

The Monroe Police Department proudly announced the Grand Opening of the Bobby G. Kilgore Law Enforcement Center (LEC) with a public ceremony and reception on Wednesday, August 23, 2023.

The new LEC is approximately 33,000 square feet and is located at 450 W. Crowell St. across from...

Monroe Fire Chief Ron Fowler Recognized for 40 Years of Service

8/21/2023 4:16:00 PM

The City of Monroe's Fire Chief Ron Fowler was recognized...

Water Resources Utility Improvement: Correll Street

8/10/2023 10:15:00 AM

The City of Monroe Construction Division will conduct a water...

Parks and Recreation: More Than An Internship

8/3/2023 3:18:00 PM

Every Summer the City welcomes a handful of college students seeking...

Lake Twitty Opens for the Season

7/29/2023 7:59:00 AM

The City of Monroe Water Resources Department announces the opening of Lake Twitty beginning on Saturday, July...

City of Monroe Calls for Submissions for Veterans Banner Program

7/24/2023 11:05:00 AM

Downtown Monroe is...

Monroe City Council Enhances Transparency and Accessibility with Planning Board Meeting Recordings

7/20/2023 3:52:00 PM

The Monroe City Council has decided to implement the recording of video and audio for future planning board meetings in a proactive effort to provide residents with broader access to these important meetings.

These recordings will be promptly posted on the

Water Resources Utility Improvement: Steele Street

7/20/2023 10:44:00 AM

The City of Monroe Water Resources Construction Division will conduct a water main replacement along

City of Monroe Employees Recognized in Top 100 Most Powerful Women of Union County 2023

7/19/2023 2:36:00 PM

Five City of Monroe employees and one Council Member have been recognized as being among the Top 100 Most Powerful Women of Union County in 2023.

The employees were named in the Union County Weekly's article...

City of Monroe’s C-46 ‘The Tinker Belle’ finds new home at Military Aviation Museum

7/11/2023 9:48:00 AM

Monroe City Council approved the sale of the City of Monroe’s C-46 plane “The Tinker...

City of Monroe Awarded Prestigious Government Finance Achievement

7/10/2023 2:30:00 PM

The City of Monroe has been awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for its annual comprehensive financial report for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022.

This is the 30th consecutive year the City of Monroe has received this award.

The

Dowd Center Theatre Announces July Movie Lineup

7/7/2023 9:06:00 AM

The Dowd Center Theatre has announced...

City of Monroe Fourth of July Fireworks Show

7/3/2023 10:06:00 AM

The City of Monroe will host its annual fireworks show starting at dark on July...

City of Monroe to Observe Independence Day Holiday

7/3/2023 9:00:00 AM

The City of Monroe's administrative offices will be closed Tuesday, July 4, for the Independence Day holiday.

There will be no solid waste collection on July 4. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday customers will be on a one-day delay.

Emergency services are...

City of Monroe to host Independence Day Celebration on July First

6/30/2023 11:00:00 AM

The City of Monroe will host...

Grand Opening for Belk Tonawanda Park Splash Pad

6/28/2023 2:11:00 PM

The Parks and Recreation...

New Downtown Deli Approved for Incentive Grants

6/28/2023 12:58:00 PM

City Council approved Rocko’s Italian Deli for two Downtown Economic Development...

City of Monroe Releases Annual Water Quality Report

6/27/2023 4:50:00 PM

The City of Monroe is pleased to present its annual...

City of Monroe hosts Ribbon Cutting for Philip Bazemore Active Adult Center

6/21/2023 5:38:00 PM

The Parks and Recreation Department hosted a ribbon cutting for the Philip E. Bazemore Active Adult Center on Wednesday, June 21 at 8:30 a.m.

The Active Adult Center is a 21,440 square foot facility that includes state of the art audio/visual equipment, a small cardio room, a...

Bazemore Active Adult Center Grand Opening Events Postponed

6/20/2023 9:50:00 AM

The Philp E. Bazemore Active Adult...

City Council Recognizes Staff, Resident for Charlotte-Monroe Executive Airport Improvements

6/16/2023 2:56:00 PM

Monroe City Council and City Manager Mark Watson recognized nine staff members and one resident for their efforts to improve the Charlotte-Monroe Executive Airport during its regular meeting on June 13.

City staff from a number of departments gave their time and resources to providing much-needed...

City of Monroe to Observe Memorial Day Holiday

5/25/2023 2:47:00 PM

The City of Monroe's administrative...

Suspects Identified in Charlotte-Monroe Executive Airport Bomb Threat

5/25/2023 12:33:00 PM

Monroe Police Department detectives successfully identified the suspects responsible for calling in a bomb threat to officials at the Charlotte-Monroe Executive Airport on May 24, 2023.

Officers identified two juvenile subjects located in Harnett County, North Carolina with assistance from...

Monroe Schools Awarded in City School Recycling Campaign

5/23/2023 9:25:00 AM

Seven City schools...

City of Monroe Chosen for National Partnership to Create New Jobs

5/16/2023 2:56:00 PM

The City of Monroe has...

Ellen Fitzgerald Senior Center Celebrates Older Americans Month

5/15/2023 12:52:00 PM

The City of Monroe's

Utility Improvement Notice: Miller St

5/10/2023 1:49:00 PM

The City of Monroe will conduct a water main replacement project...

Downtown Monroe Maintains Main Street Accreditation

5/8/2023 2:35:00 PM

The City of Monroe is proud to announce that its Downtown has maintained its Main Street...

City of Monroe Wins Excellence In Communications Award

5/8/2023 1:06:00 PM

The City of Monroe was recognized for winning an award at the North...

City of Monroe Earns National Recognition as Reliable Public Power Provider & Outstanding Safety Practices

5/2/2023 11:04:00 AM

The City...

Monroe Aquatics & Fitness Center to host 25th Anniversary Celebration

4/28/2023 10:51:00 AM

The Monroe Aquatics and Fitness Center is celebrating...

City Council Appoints New City Attorney

4/21/2023 9:15:00 AM

Monroe City Council voted to approve an agreement to appoint Richard G. Long, Jr. of Plyler, Long, Corigliano, LLP as City Attorney.

Richard G. Long, Jr. received his J.D. from Wake Forest School of Law and was admitted to the North Carolina Bar Association in 1982. In 1995, Richard...

New Downtown Eatery Approved for Incentive Grants

4/17/2023 2:05:00 PM

City Council approved High Octane Coffee Creamery & Eatery for two Downtown Economic...

City of Monroe Celebrates National Lineworker Appreciation Day

4/17/2023 1:54:00 PM

The City of Monroe is celebrating National Lineworker Appreciation Day, held on April 18, to honor and celebrate lineworkers and the difficult and important work they do to power our lives.

“These unsung heroes, who brave dangerous conditions and work long hours in all kinds of weather,...

City of Monroe Recognized for Reliable Electric Service

4/14/2023 11:27:00 AM

The City of Monroe has received national recognition for achieving exceptional electric reliability in 2022. The recognition...

Water Resources Improvement: West Crowell & North College Streets

4/13/2023 9:33:00 AM

The City of Monroe Construction Division will be replacing approximately 1,690 linear feet of existing 12-inch steel water main along W. Crowell Street between N. Charlotte Avenue and N. Johnson Street. Crews will also add a new 2-inch FPVC approximately 263 linear feet along N. College Street between...

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Sunset Park Improvements

4/6/2023 1:25:00 PM

The City of Monroe’s Parks and Recreation Department is proud to announce the completion...

Leewood & Fuller Drive Water Resources Utility Improvement

4/3/2023 2:08:00 PM

The City of Monroe Construction Division will be replacing approximately 1040 linear feet of existing 2-inch steel water main along Leewood Drive between Club Drive and Fuller Drive, approximately 1330 linear feet of existing 2-inch steel water main along Leewood Drive from Old NC 20 to Fuller Drive...

City of Monroe Celebrates National Safe Digging Month

4/1/2023 2:13:00 PM

April marks National Safe Digging Month, reminding North Carolina residents to always call...

Street Sweeping Notice: US Hwy 74

3/28/2023 10:20:00 AM

The City of Monroe Engineering Department in conjunction with North Carolina Department of Transportation will be sweeping US Highway 74 (Roosevelt Boulevard) during the weeks of April 17 and April 24.

During street sweeping operations, temporary lane closures will occur during the hours...

Annual Drinking Water Treatment Change

3/27/2023 8:10:00 AM

The City of Monroe will complete the annual drinking water treatment process change using chlorine on March 31.

The City of Monroe will convert back to the practice of “chloramination” to disinfect the drinking water. Some customers may have noticed a slightly different taste...

Morgan-Windsor Alley Project Construction in Full Swing

3/24/2023 9:45:00 AM

Construction on the City of Monroe’s...

City Council Appoints Interim City Attorney

3/23/2023 4:36:00 PM

City Council voted to appoint Ken Honeycutt as Interim City Attorney with immediate effect during its special meeting on March 22.

Mayor Pro Tem Gary Anderson moved to appoint Ken Honeycutt as Interim City Attorney. Council Member Lynn Keziah seconded the motion, which passed unanimously.

City...

City Council Appoints New City Manager

3/15/2023 1:35:00 PM

City Council voted to appoint Mark Watson as City Manager with immediate effect during its regular meeting...

March 3 Interim City Manager's Report

3/3/2023 4:38:00 PM

Please follow the link below to the Interim City Manager's biweekly report to City Council with new and relevant information regarding City departments and projects.

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Water Resources Utility Improvement: Icemorlee Street

3/2/2023 11:43:00 AM

The City of Monroe Construction Division will be replacing approximately 471 linear feet of existing 2-inch steel water main along Icemorlee Street between N. Charlotte Ave. to 906 Icemorlee Street beginning on or around Tuesday and anticipated to conclude by March 28.

The improvement will...

City Streets Resurfacing Project to begin March 15

3/2/2023 11:41:00 AM

The City of Monroe’s Engineering Department will launch a project to resurface and repair several streets beginning on March 15 through June 15, starting on Concord Ave and Breckonridge Center Dr. The roadway repairs will include various types of work including milling, full depth patching,...

Monroe Science Center-Public Parking Lot Improvements Project

2/28/2023 4:53:00 PM

From...

Temporary Switch in Disinfectants Optimizes Water Quality

2/21/2023 8:53:00 AM

In a continuing effort to distribute high-quality water, water utilities serving five regional counties will coordinate and conduct their annual Water Quality Preventative Maintenance Program throughout the month of March. This routine effort involves temporarily switching water disinfectants from...

February 17 City Manager's Report

2/17/2023 3:29:00 PM

Please follow the link below to the City Manager's biweekly report to City Council with new and relevant information regarding City departments and projects.

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Seasonal Opening of City Lakes

2/17/2023 9:49:00 AM

The City of Monroe Water Resources...

UPDATE: Monroe Police K9 "Kilo" Passes Away

2/15/2023 3:51:00 PM

The cause of death has been released for K9 Kilo. Griffin Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory has determined the cause of death was Mesenteric Volvulus. The examiner provided the following explanation:

“A mesenteric volvulus occurs when the intestines twist around the root of the...

SCAM ALERT: Utility Billing

2/15/2023 12:25:00 PM

The City of Monroe is advising the public to be aware of a potential door to door scam in which individuals posing as salespersons attempt to collect money.

The...

Water Resources Utility Improvement Project

2/15/2023 10:49:00 AM

The City of Monroe Construction Division will be installing approximately 111 linear feet of new 2-inch PVC water main along Dover Street between 1513 Dover Street to near 1507 Dover Street.

The improvement will enhance water service to customers in this area.

Construction activities...

February 3 City Manager's Report

2/7/2023 9:13:00 AM

Please follow the link below to the City Manager's biweekly report to City Council with new and relevant information regarding City departments and projects.

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City Utilities to Operate on New Software System

2/3/2023 4:56:00 PM

Effective Feb. 6, 2023 City utilities will be operating on a new software system. The utility account numbers will be changed. This will affect payments made by credit card & electronic check. The new account numbers will be on the Feburary bill. If you would like to make a payment by phone or...

Water Resources Responds to Sanitary Sewer Spill

1/26/2023 11:38:00 AM

City of Monroe Water Resources Department responded to a sanitary sewer spill on Jan. 25, after heavy rains occurred across the region. The overflows entered Richardson Creek at the locations shown below. The impact to Richardson...

January 20 City Manager's Report

1/23/2023 8:25:00 AM

Please follow the link below to the City Manager's biweekly report to City Council with new and relevant information regarding City departments and projects.

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Black History Month Proclamation

1/12/2023 10:59:00 AM

Please see the adopted Proclamation recognizing Black History Month.

January 6 City Manager's Report

1/10/2023 8:04:00 AM

Please follow the link below to the City Manager's biweekly report to City Council with new and relevant information regarding City departments and projects.

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Cold Weather Tips & Precautions

12/20/2022 7:45:00 AM

Prevent Frozen Pipes

As cold weather sets in this winter, it's important to stay informed and prepared to...

Downtown Master Plan Vision Survey

12/15/2022 6:38:00 PM

The City of Monroe has started the process of crafting a new vision for the future of Downtown.

We want to hear your ideas for the heart of the community. What would make our DOWNTOWN better? What is your “Dream Downtown”?

December 9 City Manager's Report

12/12/2022 9:05:00 AM

Please follow the link below to the City Manager's biweekly report to City Council with new and relevant information regarding City departments and projects.

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Emotional Reunion: Monroe Firefighters Meet Woman They Saved

12/2/2022 4:23:00 PM

On Nov. 23, approximately 20 Monroe firefighters responded to an apartment fire in the 1400 block of Fairley Avenue. Crews were met with heavy smoke and fire coming out of the middle apartment of the three-unit building. Firefighters received reports that there may have been occupants trapped...

November 25 City Manager's Report

11/29/2022 12:06:00 PM

Please follow the link below to the City Manager's biweekly report to City Council with new and relevant information regarding City departments and City projects.

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General Services Committee to Consider Traffic Study Proposal

11/28/2022 4:10:00 PM

On December 1, 2022, the General Services Committee will consider a proposal for a planning study update of the conversion of Franklin Street and Jefferson Street from one-way to two-way streets.

The Committee will also consider recommending Budget Ordinance (BO-2022-13)...

November 11 City Manager's Report

11/15/2022 11:04:00 AM

Please follow the link below to the City Manager's report to City Council with new and relevant information regarding City departments and City projects. This will be an ongoing message sent out every other week as a means to keep City Council updated.

Citizens Academy Graduates Recognized by City Council

11/9/2022 9:29:00 AM

The 2022 Citizens Academy graduates were recognized for completion of the program during the regular City Council meeting on Nov. 8.

The graduates are Narissa Blackwell, Phillip Bowers, Ellen Dowling, Deanna Gambino, Lisa Kerner, Barbara Mills, Brian Reedy, Jennifer...

October 28 City Manager's Report

10/31/2022 10:48:00 AM

Please follow the link below to the City Manager's report to City Council with new and relevant information regarding City departments and City projects. This will be an ongoing message sent out every other week as a means to keep City Council updated.

Monroe Hosts Marshall Memorial Fellows

10/25/2022 3:54:00 PM

The City of Monroe proudly hosted seven members of the Marshall Memorial Fellowship program today, Oct. 25, at Monroe City Hall. The seven European fellows included Anna Ingrisch Krasnik (Denmark), Dumitru Svinarenco (Moldova), Kalli Giannelos (France), Mihnea Samoila (Romania), Nikos Kakavoulis (Greece),...

October 14 City Manager's Report

10/18/2022 1:47:00 PM

Please follow the link below to the City Manager's report to City Council with new and relevant information regarding City departments and City projects. This will be an ongoing message sent out every other week as a means to keep City Council updated.

Breast Cancer Awareness Proclamation

10/6/2022 3:05:00 PM

Please see the adopted Proclamation recognizing Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Public Input Hearing

10/4/2022 5:22:00 PM

CITY OF MONROE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING OF OCTOBER 11, 2022
NOTICE OF PUBLIC INPUT FOR NAMING OF CERAMICS AND POTTERY ROOM AT
PHIL BAZEMORE ACTIVE ADULT CENTER TO ROSA BELL...

State of Emergency Termination

10/3/2022 11:51:00 AM

Please see below or click on this link to see the termination of the State of Emergency for Monroe.

Monroe State of Emergency

9/29/2022 4:47:00 PM

Please follow this link to find the full State of Emergency Declaration for the City of Monroe.

Hurricane Ian Ready

9/28/2022 4:28:00 PM

City of Monroe Officials have been monitoring the path of Hurricane Ian. As of now, it looks like Monroe and Union County may see some heavy rain and strong winds later this week into the weekend. Strong winds could lead to power outages.

Police and Fire will...

Resolution Concerning Drag Queen Story Hour

9/14/2022 9:15:00 AM

RESOLUTION CONCERNING DRAG QUEEN STORY TIME EVENT ON SEPTEMBER 18, 2022

R-2022-64

WHEREAS, the Union County Pride Festival...

September 2 City Manager's Report

9/6/2022 10:07:00 AM

Please follow the link below to the City Manager's report to City Council with new and relevant information regarding City departments and City projects. This will be an ongoing message sent out every other week as a means to keep City Council updated.

Annual Wastewater Performance Report

8/31/2022 2:14:00 PM

Protecting the environment is a top priority for the City of Monroe Water Resources Department. We are pleased to announce our Annual Wastewater Performance Report. This report provides an overview of our wastewater system performance as well as important information regarding what the City does to...

August 19 City Manager's Report

8/22/2022 1:57:00 PM

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End of COVID 19 Emergency Declaration

8/15/2022 3:14:00 PM

Please click on this link to see the full proclamation of the Recission of Declaration of A State of Emergency.

District Court Upholds Council Decision

8/12/2022 1:03:00 PM

On Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022, the City of Monroe received notification that District Court Judge Robert J. Conrad denied former City Councilwoman Angelia James’ motion for a preliminary injunction regarding her removal from...

August 5 City Manager's Report

8/8/2022 1:05:00 PM

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July 22 City Manager's Report

7/25/2022 8:05:00 AM

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July 8 City Manager's Report

7/11/2022 9:10:00 AM

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City Receives Financial Reporting Award

7/8/2022 10:26:00 AM

Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada has awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting to the City of Monroe for its annual comprehensive financial report for the fiscal year endined June 30, 2021.

The report has been judged...

City of Monroe Lakes and the Effects of New Development on Water Quality Impairments

7/2/2022 12:38:00 PM

City of Monroe lakes placed on the NCDEQ Impaired Waters 303d list.

City of Monroe lakes (Twitty, Lee, and Monroe) are listed on the 2018 North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality Impaired Water 303(d) List. This means that the raw water quality in the lakes does not...

Water Discoloration

6/28/2022 3:14:00 PM

The City of Monroe is experiencing mild discoloration of the drinking water in the central and eastern parts of the City. The water has been and is continuing to be tested to confirm there is no health risk at this time. The testing indicates slightly elevated levels of manganese in the drinking water....

June 24 Manager's Report

6/27/2022 12:24:00 PM

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Water Quality Report Available

6/24/2022 11:27:00 AM

The City of Monroe Water Resources Department has completed the annual Water Quality Report as required by the United States Environmental Protection Agency, Federal Safe Drinking Water Act, and the State of North Carolina.

The report provides an overview of the City’s drinking water...

June 10 Manager's Report

6/13/2022 4:28:00 PM

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May 27 City Manager's Report

5/31/2022 2:49:00 PM

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Give Input on Public Transportation in Union County

5/20/2022 11:15:00 AM

Union County is seeking public input from residents regarding the future of public transportation services along the Monroe Road and U.S. 74 corridor.

Residents currently have access to public transportation options, including Union County Transportation's "dial-a-ride"...

May 13 City Manager's Report

5/16/2022 10:44:00 AM

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City Offers Site for Bulk Water Service

5/9/2022 10:54:00 AM

The City of Monroe Water Resources Department offers a bulk water sales program to provide service to individuals and contractors while ensuring protection of water quality in the City’s water system. The “self-service” bulk water fill station is located at the City Operations Center,...

April 29 City Manager's Report

5/2/2022 10:56:00 AM

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Information Addressing Ethics

4/21/2022 3:15:00 PM

Good afternoon all, please see the information below into continued claims and accusations that are just not true. We hate we have to take time to address these issues, but we feel they are important enough to take the time and provide accurate facts to the misleading allegations being shared.

In...

April 15 City Manager's Report

4/20/2022 11:19:00 AM

Please follow the link below to the City Manager's report to City Council with new and relevant information regarding City departments and City projects. This will be an ongoing message sent out every other week as a means to keep City Council updated.

Economic Development Proclamation

4/13/2022 2:25:00 PM

Boards and Commissions Information

4/10/2022 2:24:00 PM

Language regarding City Boards and Commissions related to Planning functions is located in two areas of the City’s Ordinance. Chapter 32 titled “Boards, Commissions and Departments” of the City’s Code of Ordinances (City-wide ordinance) provides ordinance language for...

HELPER Act Support Letter

4/6/2022 9:51:00 AM

Mayor Marion Holloway, on behalf of the City of Monroe, submitted a letter of support of S. 2981 and H.R. 3172, the Homes for Every Local Protector, Educator, and Responder (HELPER) Act.

Click here to view the support letter.

Unified Development Ordinance and Zoning Map Timeline

4/5/2022 2:06:00 PM

Please click the link below to find the timeline and actions City staff and council have taken with regards to the proposed Unified Development Ordinance and Zoning Map that would replace the current ordinance that dates back to 2003. This timeline shows the City’s efforts to educate, inform...

April 1 City Manager's Report

4/4/2022 2:35:00 PM

Please follow the link below to the City Manager's report to City Council with new and relevant information regarding City departments and City projects. This will be an ongoing message sent out every other week as a means to keep City Council updated.

Annual Drinking Water Treatment Change And Water Quality Information

3/29/2022 12:33:00 PM

The City of Monroe will complete the annual drinking water treatment process change using chlorine on March 31 and will convert back to the practice of “chloramination” to disinfect the drinking water. Because of the change to chlorine during the month of March, customers may have noticed...

Hearing Officer's Report - Amotion Hearing Involving Council Member Angelia James

3/25/2022 7:25:00 PM

This is the report of the hearing officer in the amotion hearing involving Council Member Angelia James. The final phase of the hearing process will be held before City Council at 4:30 p.m. on April 7, 2022.

Proclamation in Support of Ukraine

3/21/2022 12:52:00 PM

March 18 City Manager's Report

3/21/2022 12:42:00 PM

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New Monroe Police Station To Be Named for Kilgore

3/14/2022 2:36:00 PM

At its March 8 meeting, the Monroe City Council unanimously agreed to name the new police headquarters building the “Bobby G. Kilgore Law Enforcement Center.” Currently under construction, the facility, located at 450 W. Crowell St. in Monroe, is anticipated to open in 2023 and will centralize...

Public Notice - Hillcrest/Suncrest Cemeteries

3/9/2022 2:30:00 PM

Please click here for a PDF of the notice below.

March 4 City Manager's Report

3/8/2022 3:56:00 PM

Please follow the link below to the City Manager's report to City Council with new and relevant information regarding City departments and City projects. This will be an ongoing message sent out every other week as a means to keep City Council updated.

City Council Special Meeting April 7, 2022

2/28/2022 1:10:00 PM

Please click here for a PDF of the notice below.

Annual Drinking Water Treatment Change and Fire Hydrant Flushing Schedule

In order to meet stricter Federal and State drinking water regulations, the City of Monroe operates its water treatment plant located on Lake Twitty using the practice of...

February 18 City Manager's Report

2/22/2022 8:22:00 AM

Please follow the link below to the City Manager's report to City Council with new and relevant information regarding City departments and City projects. This will be an ongoing message sent out every other week as a means to keep City Council updated.

Mask Mandate Lifted Monday Starting Monday February 21

2/18/2022 12:47:00 PM

City Mask Mandate lifted as of Monday (Feb. 21)

With the decreasing COVID numbers, and in line with Governor Cooper’s recommendation, the City of Monroe will move to “Mask Optional” starting Monday (Feb. 21) for staff and visitors to city facilities. Staff and visitors...

Amotion Hearing Proceeding Information

2/17/2022 11:02:00 AM

As a follow up to Hearing Officer Valecia McDowell's February 15, 2022 Order, the parties to the Angelia James amotion proceeding provided an email and a letter to the Hearing Officer. At Hearing Officer McDowell's request, the email and the letter are being posted for public access...

Order of Hearing Officer in Amotion Hearing re: Councilmember James

2/15/2022 2:00:00 PM

This is the Order of the Hearing Officer in the Amotion Hearing involving Councilmember Angelia James on allegations of bias by members of the City Council raised during the hearing.

Please click...

February 4 City Manager's Report

2/7/2022 9:43:00 AM

Please follow the link below to the City Manager's report to City Council with new and relevant information regarding City departments and City projects. This will be an ongoing message sent out every other week as a means to keep City Council updated.

Amotion Hearing Video Links

2/3/2022 1:47:00 PM

Please follow the links below to the City of Monroe Amotion Hearing from Jan. 27 and Jan. 28.

Day 1:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=njZ7SDhbYI0

Day 2:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s3UB7a6Tlgo

January 21 City Manager's Report

1/24/2022 11:51:00 AM

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Notice of Hearing on Petition in Amotion

1/10/2022 7:46:00 PM

December 10 City Manager's Report

12/15/2021 3:58:00 PM

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Foreclosure Assistance

11/23/2021 1:02:00 PM

Homeowners in Foreclosure? You may be eligible for assistance. Contact the Community Development Division: Teresa Campo at tcampo@monroenc.org or (704) 282-4526. For more information, please visit

Home Repair Assistance

11/23/2021 12:57:00 PM

Does your home need urgent repairs? You may be eligible for assistance. Contact the Community Development Division: Teresa Campo at tcampo@monroenc.org or (704) 282-4526. For more information please visit

City Manager's Report October 29, 2021

11/1/2021 9:53:00 AM

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City Manager's Report October 15

10/18/2021 4:33:00 PM

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City Manager's Report Oct. 1

10/4/2021 10:58:00 AM

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City Manager's Report

9/22/2021 11:59:00 AM

Please follow the link below to the City Manager's report to City Council with new and relevant information regarding city departments and city projects. This will be an ongoing message sent out every other week as a means to keep City Council updated.

Body Camera Release Scheduled

9/16/2021 9:40:00 AM

The City of Monroe is releasing police body camera video at 4:15 p.m. today, Thursday, September 16. The video will be released on the City’s YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzrGKOKR72fmCEn7D0f9mlg) and...

City Council Meeting Canceled

9/14/2021 5:51:00 PM

At the request of the Union County Health Department, The Monroe City Council meeting for tonight at 6 p.m. has been canceled.

Incident on September 9

9/13/2021 7:19:00 PM

On behalf of the City Manager, in response to requests from media, staff and the public, a statement has been prepared regarding what occurred the evening of Sept. 9 involving Monroe Police Officers and Council Member Angelia James.

On the evening of Thursday, Sept. 9, 2021 staff at the...

City Manager's Report

9/7/2021 1:14:00 PM

Please follow the link below to the City Manager's report to City Council with new and relevant information regarding city departments and city projects. This will be an ongoing message sent out every other week as a means to keep City Council updated.

City Managers Report

8/10/2021 8:58:00 AM

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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee

3/16/2021 2:47:00 PM

A new Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee has been established, and applications are currently being accepted.

Interested applicants can click on the following link for more information: https://www.monroenc.org/City-Council/Committees/Committee-Vacancies....

Union County Critical Intersection Information

3/8/2021 9:44:00 AM

Union County Critical Intersection Program Information

https://storymaps.arcgis.com/.../a375971cb47b41e4a8080f12...

Poplin...

March City Council Meeting

3/5/2021 2:40:00 PM

The Monroe City Council will have their regularly scheduled Regular Council Meeting at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, March 9, 2021.

The meeting will be conducted virtually with council following their adopted electronic meeting rules. The meeting will also be live-streamed on the city...

Mayoral Message

2/2/2021 3:30:00 PM

Well, here we are; nearly a year after we had to stand up and take notice of a new overseas viral threat, we are still fighting a battle that has caused nothing but mayhem in our personal and professional lives. COVID has made many of us sick and has taken too many of the lives of friends, family,...

Monroe Aquatics and Fitness Center Re-Opening

9/22/2020 12:55:00 PM

We can no longer MASK our excitement!

The Monroe Aquatics and Fitness Center is happy to announce our reopening on Monday, September 28, contingent upon adequate staff being secured and trained. We will operate at limited capacity following guidelines set forth by Executive Order #163,...

Joint Support for Law Enforcement

5/30/2020 4:37:00 PM

Joint Press Release:

City Building Re-Openings

5/29/2020 8:34:00 AM

While these past few months have been difficult to say the least, the leadership and staff at the City of Monroe have continued to provide the high level of service our businesses and residents have grown accustomed to. We trust that you, your friends, neighbors, and family members are well.

While...

Coronavirus/COVID-19 City Information and Updates

4/18/2020 1:59:00 PM

In an effort to consolidate all information about City closings, cancellations, modifications, and other actions in response to COVID-19, we have created a dedicated Web page. Please click...

City Utilities and Executive Order 124 Information

4/1/2020 12:11:00 PM

In accordance with Governor Roy Cooper’s Executive Order 124, the City of Monroe will do the following with respect to our residential utilities customers (water, sewer, gas and electric) from March 31, 2020 to May 30, 2020 (unless otherwise extended by Governor Cooper):

• The...

Yard Waste Delay

3/31/2020 7:46:00 AM

The City of Monroe would like to inform all residents that there may a delay in yard waste pickup over the next few weeks. With the number of residents staying home at this time, there is a larger than normal quantity of yard waste on each service day. Waste Pro will continue collection and will work...

Amended Proclamation Declaring State of Emergency

3/16/2020 3:12:00 PM

Please click here for a PDF of the images below.

Please click here for helpful information and tips.

Yard Waste and Debris Collection Information

9/18/2018 2:07:00 PM

Yard Waste and Debris Collection Information

Due to the debris resulting from Hurricane Florence, the City of Monroe would like to remind its residents of the general guidelines for yard waste collection.

Residents should not place any debris...

Union County Damage Assessment Self-Reporting Webpage

9/17/2018 8:32:00 AM

To report damage sustained to your property, please follow the link below to the Union County Damage Assessment Self-Reporting Webpage.

https://www.crisistrack.com/public/unionNC/citizenRequest.html

Special Event Food Vendor Information

4/4/2018 7:19:00 AM

If you are interested in being a food vendor for a City of Monroe event, please click on the link below for rules, regulations, selection criteria, and application.

Special Event Food Vendor Information

Monroe City Council Meetings on YouTube

11/1/2017 7:33:00 PM

Please follow this link to the City of Monroe's You Tube Channel for City Council Meetings:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzrGKOKR72fmCEn7D0f9mlg/feed?view_as=subscriber

News

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