April 2025

Dear Residents & Community Members,

If April showers bring May flowers, we should be in for a spectacular garden shortly! Speaking of rain, it didn't dampen the spirit of our enthusiastic volunteers who answered the call to assist in cleaning up our town at the annual Monroe Community Clean Sweep event held on Saturday, April 26th. Covering streets in both villages and the town, our volunteers picked up enough trash to fill a 30 yard dumpster! We were also pleased to see residents taking advantage of the shredding and tire recycling event as well as the newly introduced textile recycling available at this year's event. The smallest act every day can often translate into the greatest impact and we sincerely thank you for doing your part to help us keep Monroe clean!

This month's update offers a glimpse into a variety of recent happenings as well as a number of upcoming events. With Memorial Day only a few short weeks away, this year's parade hosted by the Village of Monroe will take place on Sunday, May 25th with step-off at 1:30 p.m. from Smith's Clove Park. Please consider attending to pay tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice in the name of our freedom.

Lastly, we're excited to announce an initiative that is small in nature, but a crucial reminder of the important work our service members perform each and every day for the safety and security of our country. Beginning on Monday, May 12th, please consider stopping by the upper level lobby of Town Hall to pick up a free toy soldier. Alongside the soldiers you will find a sign that reads:

“Please take a soldier home and place it somewhere that will remind you to pray for the men and women serving our country.”

May God Bless all that serve. The Town of Monroe appreciates you and is praying for you!

All the best,

Tony Cardone

Supervisor, Town of Monroe

2025 Monroe Community Clean Sweep! Thank you for your efforts!

“The creation of a thousand forests is in one acorn.”  

Town of Monroe community enjoys Arbor Day Celebration at Mombasha Park

Several residents joined town and local officials, employees, and members of the Monroe Conservation Commission for the Arbor Day Celebration at Mombasha Park on Saturday, April 26th. The Conservation Commission distributed literature about invasive species, appropriate tree plantings for our area, wildlife as well as helpful planting tips.

Residents in attendance received a free Norway Spruce sapling, courtesy of Wickes/Arborists, to plant in their yard. A special thank you to Boy Scout Troop #440 for their assistance in planting three trees at the park in observance of Arbor Day for the community to enjoy in years to come. 

Job Fair Offers Networking and Employment Opportunities for Teens

Pictured above is Trooper Tatiana Edmondson & Trooper Briana Gigante speaking with Town of Monroe ZBA member, Steve Thau and Town Supervisor, Tony Cardone

Dial-A-Ride Employees Recognize Autism Awareness Month

Orange County Executive Steve Neuhaus delivered the annual State of the County address at the Orange County Emergency Services Auditorium on Wednesday, April 23rd.

The main takeaways of the address include:

• Less Debt

• Smaller Government

• Lower Tax Rate

• Lower Tax Levy

• Safer Schools

• Major Investment in Infrastructure

• Orange County Department of Emergency Management is Top Notch

• Protected & Preserved More Open Space

To watch the full State of the County address, please visit https://youtu.be/-pXmF1nBpbw?si=qdgCm96Bcao1TuJp.

Town employees, Elected Officials and Board members recently participated in two training events at Town Hall. The annual Safety Seminar Training provided by Joe Rupinski of Comp Alliance was held on April 15th and 16th and covered topics including Workplace Violence, Bloodborne Pathogens, Right to Know/Global Harmonization, Sexual Harassment & HAZWOPER.

Additionally, Ethics Training provided by Steven G. Leventhal of Leventhal, Mullaney & Blinkoff, LLP took place on April 30th. The training encompassed the importance of understanding Article 18 of the New York General Municipal Law and the Town of Monroe Code of Ethics, while reinforcing the purpose behind completing the annual Code of Ethics Certification and Disclosure Statement Forms accurately. The Town of Monroe remains committed to providing valuable training opportunities to ensure compliance and increase knowledge.

Local Veterans Enjoy Free Movie at Flagship Premium Cinemas in Monroe