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Dear Residents & Community Members,
As we head into November, we're reflecting on the busy, fun, successful month we've had as a community...and it's not over yet! A sincere thank you to those who attended our Food Truck Festival on Saturday, October 15th. The weather was perfect, the food and music enjoyable and overall it was a wonderful opportunity to experience the great sense of community that is very much alive and well in the Town of Monroe. We are pleased to announce that $1,980 was raised for Monroe Gives in support of those in need in our community. There are so many extraordinary people that work tirelessly to ensure the success of this event. From our town employees, local law enforcement and emergency services to the support from our neighboring municipalities and volunteers, it truly is a team effort that we are fortunate to know.
This past Saturday, the sentiment continued as the Greater Monroe Chamber of Commerce hosted its 2nd Annual Trunk or Treat at Monroe Town Hall. The event was well attended, the costumes fantastic and the trunks truly unique. A special thank you to Jen Carrillo for her coordination of this event. We wish her well as she moves on from her position as Chamber President. Stay tuned for details regarding a new location for next year's event. We've outgrown the space at Town Hall for this event in just two short years-a good problem to have! We've shared some pictures of the event in this update in case you missed it. With Halloween just a few short days away, please be sure to check out the Halloween festivities in the Village of Monroe this Saturday, October 29th. More information on this celebration can be found below.
As always, thank you for supporting all that our great community has to offer. Be well.
Cordially,
Tony Cardone
Supervisor, Town of Monroe
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Flags For Our Heroes at Town Hall | |
As we look ahead to November and Veterans Day, we are pleased to announce the Town of Monroe will be participating in the Flags for Our Heroes program. This program will also continue in the Spring and beyond for Memorial Day and Fourth of July. Flags for Our Heroes was created as a program to celebrate the heroes in our lives, both living and deceased. Flags are sponsored through a monetary donation and flown for the heroes in your life, including the men and women who are serving or have served as members of the military, police officers, firefighters, first responders, parents, teachers, coaches, and/or mentors, to name a few.
The Field of Honor displaying all the flags will be the front lawn of Town Hall. If you have had a chance to see this display in some of our neighboring municipalities, we believe you will agree it is truly a breathtaking sight, not to mention an important reminder of how fortunate we are to be Americans. Additional information on how to sponsor a flag will be shared in the next few days. In the meantime, to learn more about the Flags for Our Heroes program, please visit www.flagsforourheroes.org.
Pictured above left to right are Town of Monroe employees Jackie Matusziewski, Barbara Singer and Roberta McBride working to prepare the flags for display.
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Ceremony Honors County Residents Who Perished in Battle of the Hindenburg Line | |
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In late September, a ceremony was held at the Orange County Veterans Cemetery to pay tribute to the 40 Orange County residents who were killed in action more than 100 years ago in the Battle of the Hindenburg Line in Northern France during World War I. Let us never forget their sacrifice in the name of our freedom.
Pictured above left to right are Lisa LaBue, Town of Woodbury Councilwoman Kate Luciani, Vietnam Veteran Dave McTamney, Town of Monroe Councilwoman Dorey Houle and Orange County Executive Steve Neuhaus
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The Clothesline Project Visits Town Hall
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
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Pictured left to right: Orange County Legislator Pete Tuohy, Nichole Purcell, Domestic Violence Advocate, CPS, Town of Woodbury Councilwoman Kathryn Luciani, Town of Monroe Councilwoman Dorey Houle, Naflie Jallow, Education & Volunteer Engagement Manager, Maddy Willis, Crime Victim Case Manager (District Attorney's Office) Raven, Sexual Assault Advocate, Sullivan County, and Town of Monroe Supervisor Tony Cardone. | |
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On October 18th, The Clothesline Project was on display at Monroe Town Hall. Presented by Fearless Hudson Valley, formerly known as SafeHomes, The Clothesline Project is a visual display of t-shirts created by survivors of intimate partner violence or by the friends or family members of victims. "Walking the line" helps to increase awareness about the impact of violence in people's lives; celebrate the strength of survivors; and break the silence that often surrounds domestic violence. For more information on Fearless Hudson Valley, please visit their website at www.fearlesshv.org.
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A Scary Good Time at the Monroe Senior Center Halloween Celebration! | |
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The Monroe Senior Center had a "ghostly" Halloween celebration on October 27th. The luncheon was catered by The Captain’s Table, followed by a costume parade. The top three winners were Delores as a "Nun", Joan as a "Pumpkin Patch" and Paula’s "Snow White’s Grandmother."
The afternoon wrapped up with some BINGO games and a wonderful time had by all!
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Supervisor Sweeton named Warwick Rotary Citizen of the Year
Town of Warwick Supervisor Mike Sweeton received the Warwick Rotary Citizen of the Year Award at a celebration at The Landmark Inn in Warwick on October 26th. Councilwoman Dorey Houle and Town Supervisor Tony Cardone were honored to be in attendance. Mike & Tony co-host "The Tuesday Morning Round Table"on WTBQ (AM 1110, FM 93.5) every Tuesday at 9:30 a.m.
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2022 Early Voting Information
Monroe Town Hall Is An Early Voting Site
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Orange County to Host Free Showing of "Devotion" for Veterans at Flagship Cinemas in Monroe | |
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Orange County Executive, Steve Neuhaus and Veterans Service Agency Director, Christian Farrell will host a free showing of the soon to be released movie "Devotion" at Flagship Cinemas in Monroe on Tuesday, November 29th. Two showings of the movie will be available that day at 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. The County coordinated the event with assistance from Flagship Cinemas, Shoprite Supermarkets, Inc. and the Monroe Town Board. In speaking about this ongoing initiative, County Executive Steve Neuhaus noted,
“The County’s veterans' movie showings have become popular and we look forward to hosting another successful event. These outings provide our veterans with an opportunity to come together, enjoy a great movie and share some of their experiences.”
Devotion, an aerial war epic based on the bestselling book of the same name, tells the harrowing true story of two elite U.S. Navy fighter pilots during the Korean War. Their heroic sacrifices would ultimately make them the Navy’s most celebrated wingmen.
Veterans can reserve a spot to view Devotion on November 29th for themselves and a guest by contacting Christian Farrell at 845-291-2470 or via email at cfarrell@orangecountygov.com. Complimentary popcorn and soda will be served.
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Toys for Military Tots Returns This Holiday Season | |
Several community groups, elected officials and Orange County and local municipal employees joined Taylor Sterling and Frank Truatt of WTBQ Radio to help kick off this season's Toys for Military Tots Campaign. | |
WTBQ Radio recently kicked off its 7th Annual Toys for Military Tots Campaign. Monroe Town Hall will once again serve as a drop-off site. | | |
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Mark December 3rd On Your Calendar!
Join us on Saturday, December 3rd at Town Hall for our Wreaths & TREEt event!
More information on this fun-filled seasonal event will be shared in the coming weeks!
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Town Board:
November 9th, November 21st, 7 p.m.
Planning Board:
Workshop Meeting
November 10th, 6 p.m.
Regular Meeting
November 15th, 6 p.m.
Zoning Board of Appeals:
November 22nd, 7 p.m.
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