“If you can't fly then run, if you can't run then walk, if you can't walk then crawl, but whatever you do you have to keep moving forward.”
-Martin Luther King Jr.
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Dear Residents & Community Members,
We hope this monthly update finds you and your family staying safe and healthy and doing your best to keep things in perspective as we continue to find our way through these uncertain times. On a positive note, the COVID-19 vaccine rollout has begun and with it, comes hope for better days ahead. However, on the other side of that hope has been frustration regarding the lack of available appointments and the shortage of vaccines. Please know that we understand your dismay over the vaccine distribution process. The rollout reflects a trickle down effect from the Federal Government to New York State to Orange County. There are many things out of our control right now, but please know that we will continue to communicate any and all updates pertaining to this. We've included useful vaccine information previously shared with you in this month's update for your reference.
In speaking with small businesses in our town over the past month, they are most appreciative of the support our community has shown, especially throughout the holiday season. We continue to emphasize the importance of supporting local businesses. There are some wonderful and exciting happenings around town these days. Whether it's a dine-in or take-out meal or a small or large purchase from a local store, your support means EVERYTHING to our local business owners. Time and time again, our community shows up to support those in need. Let's keep the momentum going with the belief that truly great things are on the horizon.
Cordially,
Tony Cardone
Supervisor, Town of Monroe
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To follow are several links that you can continue to monitor for COVID-19 vaccine appointments. In addition, we suggest broadening your search to include the widest location radius that you are comfortable traveling to in order to increase your chances of securing an appointment. If you are willing and able to travel out of the local area, this may be the most viable option for you.
Useful information:
New York State COVID-19 Vaccination Hotline: 1-833-697-4829
Appointment Links for Local Vaccination Sites:
*Please note some of these links may show "no appointments available." Please check these webpages on a regular basis for updates.
As always, we will continue to advocate for our residents and community members and will share updated information as it becomes available.
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Town of Monroe Awarded $5,000 Grant to Assist Community Members in Need |
The Town of Monroe was recently awarded $5,000 through the Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan County for COVID—19 relief. Half of the grant money will be used to purchase food items with the other half being used to purchase PPE for low-income residents. The Town of Monroe is grateful for this funding and is thankful to the Community Foundation for their ongoing support to those in need.
The Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan is a tax exempt, non-profit, publicly supported, philanthropic institution with the long-term goal of building permanent, named funds for the broad based charitable benefit of the individuals and families in the region. Funds are established through contributions from individuals, families, businesses or 501(c)3 organizations, each one with its own specific purpose.
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Members of The Greater Monroe Chamber of Commerce have launched an initiative to help small businesses who are struggling during the COVID-19 pandemic.
"Support Monroe" merchandise is now available through the Support Small Business Initiative Shop. One hundred percent of the profit from sales of “Support Monroe” merchandise will be donated to a Monroe Small Business Hardship Fund to support those businesses in need. Please take a moment to check out the available merchandise. We appreciate any support you can offer!
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Monroe Marketplace Set To Return For Spring Event! |
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Saturday, March 20th: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sunday, March 21st: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Saturday, March 27th: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sunday, March 28th: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
26 Still Road
Monroe, New York
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Clothing and Houseware Collection to Benefit Sacred Heart Church's Sonshine Boutique
Town Hall is a Drop-off Site
Immaculate Heart Academy students, Natalie DiLorenzo and Ciara Walsh have organized a donation drive to collect new or gently used clothing and houseware items to benefit the Sonshine Boutique at Sacred Heart Church. Electronic items cannot be accepted.
There is a collection bin in the lobby of the upper level of the Town Hall building for those interested in supporting Natalie and Ciara's service project efforts.
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Important Reminder Regarding
2021 Tax Payments
2021 Town & County Tax Season
The Town of Monroe Tax Collector will be accepting the following payment methods only for the 2021 Orange County Town and County Real Property Tax Bills: personal checks, money orders, or cashier checks. Please note that online payments are subject to a convenience fee that will be applied for the service.
The fees are as follows:
- Visa, MasterCard and Discover Credit cards: 2.45% percent
- Visa Debit: $3.95
- E-Check: $1.75
NO CASH PAYMENTS WILL BE ACCEPTED.
If you have any questions, please contact Mary Ellen F. Beams, Tax Collector via e-mail at maryellen@monroeny.org or by phone at (845) 783-1900 ext. 100.
Tax Collection Hours:
Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
For payments received after February 1, 2021, a 1% penalty is added.
For payments received after March 1, 2021, a 2% penalty is added.
Tax payments made after March 31, 2021 must be paid to the Orange County Commissioner of Finance. They can be reached at (845) 291-2480.
Useful Links:
Mail Payments To:
Town of Monroe
Tax Collector
1465 Orange Turnpike
Monroe, New York 10950
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Town Board:
February 1st, 16th at 7 p.m.
Planning Board:
February 16th at 7:15 p.m.
Zoning Board of Appeals:
January 26th, February 23rd at 7:30 p.m.
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Orange County COVID-19 Information |
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