L. “Marie” Brown, a tireless Monroe community advocate known for championing the needs of the poor, has been offered a position as community liaison to the Monroe City Council, though she says her acceptance depends on salary negotiations and the…
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Mayor vows to repeat veto of Southside demands for Black inclusion
The political landscape in Monroe took a contentious turn Tuesday night as the city council, led by its Black majority, reignited a battle with Mayor Friday Ellis over his authority to negotiate sizeable contracts without oversight. In a tense meeting,…
City Council rejects Rev. Ike Byrd as Community Affairs Director
In a contentious meeting on Tuesday, the Monroe City Council voted down Mayor Friday Ellis’s appointment of Rev. Ike Byrd as the new Director of Community Affairs for the City. The decision came after a 3-2 vote, with the council…
City council salutes six year old for outstanding intellect
Tuesday, the Monroe City Council in Monroe, Louisiana, honored an exceptional young resident during its meeting. On recommendation of Minister Verbon Muhammad of District 5, Mayor Friday Ellis issued a proclamation declaring Tuesday, August 27, 2024 as “Taurian Collins Jr.…
Atty Sarah Smith named to SEDD Board
Attorney Sarah Smith has been unanimously approved by the Monroe City Council to join the Southside Economic Development District (SEDD) board. The appointment, made by District 4 councilman Rodney McFarland, was confirmed on Tuesday, August 13, 2024. Atty Smith, daughter…
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…