April 2023

Dear Residents & Community Members,

It is said that April showers bring May flowers. If that's the case, we will all be enjoying a plentiful garden soon enough! The month of April has been busy on many fronts in Monroe. Most recently, our community came together once again to participate in the annual Monroe Clean Sweep event. We are pleased to share that an impressive number of volunteers participated in this year's event to assist in cleaning up our town. As a result, a 30 yard dumpster was nearly filled with debris and garbage found along areas encompassing the Town of Monroe, Village of Monroe and Village of Harriman. Thank you to those who participated and to those who help to beautify our town day in and day out.

Speaking of gratitude, we often forget how powerful a simple "thank you" can be. Recently, several local residents and officials, including myself, in addition to countless other volunteers, had the opportunity to partake in Hudson Valley Honor Flight, Mission #29. For those who are not familiar, Hudson Valley Honor Flight is a nonprofit organization which "Honors American Veterans" for all their sacrifices by transporting these heroes to Washington, D.C. to visit their memorials at no cost to them. During the course of the flight, "mail call" takes place. Each veteran receives notes of appreciation for their service and well wishes for their Honor Flight experience. Pictured above is a veteran's reaction to receiving his mail. His expression says it all. Sometimes small words and actions have the biggest impact!

Thank you to our veterans and thank you to our residents who continue to find ways to make a difference in our town and in our country. God Bless.

Be well,



Tony Cardone

Supervisor, Town of Monroe

Hudson Valley Honor Flight, Mission #29

April 15, 2023

Monroe Girl Scout Troop 524 was recently recognized at a Town Board Meeting in appreciation for their efforts in writing cards to the Honor Flight veterans. We are grateful for their participation.

Monroe Clean Sweep 2023

The 2023 Monroe Clean Sweep held on Saturday, April 22nd was a great success thanks to the many volunteers who helped to "sweep" the town and villages of littered areas. A special thank you to the Greater Monroe Chamber of Commerce for their efforts in organizing this important event every year.

Orange County Chamber of Commerce Hosts Breakfast at Woodbury Common

County Executive Steve Neuhaus Presents State of the County Address

Pictured above left to right: Town of Monroe Councilwoman Dorey Houle, Orange County Executive Steve Neuhaus, and Jennifer DeFrancesco, Hudson Valley Honor Flight Executive Director

Pictured above left to right: John Douthit, President, John S. Burke Catholic High School & Burke Catholic Academy, Josh Summers, President/CEO & Founder, Focus Media, Heather Bell-Meyer, President & CEO, Orange County Chamber of Commerce, Town of Monroe Supervisor Tony Cardone and Orange County Sheriff Paul Arteta

Hospice Gala Honors Daniel Grady For His Many Years of Service

Hospice of Orange & Sullivan Counties recently honored Daniel Grady for his 34 years of dedication, commitment, and service at the Annual Gala held on Saturday, April 22nd at West Hills Country Club in Middletown, New York.

Pictured above left to right are Fran & Tony Cardone, Donna and Dan Grady and Janet & Tom Sullivan

Orange County Mobile DMV Unit Visits Town Hall

Pictured left to right: Town of Monroe Highway Superintendent Pat Patterson, Orange County Clerk Kelly Eskew, Town of Monroe Supervisor Tony Cardone and Deputy County Clerk Patricia McMullen.

Pictured above left to right: Town of Monroe Supervisor Tony Cardone, Town Clerk Valerie Bitzer, Highway Superintendent Pat Patterson, Town of Monroe Zoning Board of Appeals member, Steve Thau and Orange County Legislator Peter Tuohy.

The Town of Monroe was pleased to welcome the Orange County Mobile DMV Unit to Town Hall on Thursday, April 27th. Many residents took advantage of their visit to process a variety of transactions that normally require a visit to a DMV office. We look forward to welcoming them back to Monroe again in the near future.

Fun for all at the Smith's Clove Park Easter Party!

Village and Town of Monroe residents in attendance at the April 15th Easter Party at Smith's Clove Park enjoyed a bunny petting zoo, cupcake decorating and goodies from the Easter Bunny. A good time was had by all!

Monroe Girl Scout Troop 307 Completes Journey Project with Monroe Senior Center

Pictured above working with the Monroe Seniors are Troop 307 members: Kelly Imhof, Gianna Hagopian, Gianna Miale, Abby Cerillo, and Sophie Marseille.

Monroe Girl Scout Troop 307 recently completed their Journey Project "Growing Herb Bowls," working with members of the Monroe Senior Center. The Girl Scouts researched, presented, purchased items and made the herb bowls on-site with the Seniors that signed up to participate. Congratulations, Troop 307 on a job well done!

Prepare your appetite! The Food Truck Festival Returns June 17th!