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Snaps of the City
Between July 25 and July 31, 2024, our friends were busy on social media, including these snaps.
Council refuses to replace Dhaliwal on SEDD Board
In a contentious meeting on Tuesday night, the Monroe City Council decided against removing Karl Dhaliwal from the SouthSide Economic Development District (SEDD) Board of Commissioners, despite efforts from the Monroe Chamber of Commerce to replace him. The decision came…
Groundbreaking deal to bring high speed internet to city by AT&T
In a unanimous decision, the Monroe City Council has approved a significant contract with AT&T to initiate the construction of a comprehensive fiber optic network across Monroe. This project, valued at approximately $27 million, includes a $25 million investment from…
Council makes good on promises, repeal actions begin
Southside “Brown Bombers” have begun series of repeals of actions by former city council, setting up potential veto showdown with Mayor Ellis The Monroe City Council, led by its Southside members, has begun taking steps to undo several actions passed…
Snaps of the City
Between July 18 and July 24, 2024, our friends were busy on social media, including these snaps.
Eight groups to receive SEDD mini-grants
The Southside Economic Development District (SEDD) has taken a significant step towards revitalizing Monroe’s Southside by awarding $2,000 mini-grants to eight non-profit organizations. The SEDD, meeting at the Powell Avenue Community Center heard proposals from eight applicants in response to…