Monroe County, OH
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Monroe CountyOH averageUS Census ACS
Municipal budget
Total revenue$37.0M (FY2023)
Total spending$38.8M (FY2023)
Taxes$13.7M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$16.6M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$2,909 (FY2023)
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Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
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Board of Zoning Appeals
September 1, 2026 - 6:00 PM
233 South Main Street, Monroe, Ohio
Call to Order
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Roll Call
Approval of Minutes
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July 15, 2026 Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting Minutes
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August 5, 2026 Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting Minutes
Old Business
New Business
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BZA-2026-9— Consideration of a variance application from Cronin Ford
regarding Sidewalks and Trails.
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BZA-2026-10— Consideration of a variance application from Cronin Ford
regarding parking islands.
Adjournment
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 18:30
City Council
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 18:00
Park and Recreation Board
233 S. Main Street, Monroe
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Park and Recreation Board
September 9, 2026 - 6:00 PM
233 South Main Street, Monroe, Ohio
Call to Order
Roll Call
Approval of Minutes
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July 8, 2026
Old Business
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None
New Business
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None
Administrative Reports
•
Various Updates
Adjournment
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 18:30
City Council
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 17:30
City Council Work Session
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 18:30
City Council
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 18:00
Park and Recreation Board
233 S. Main Street, Monroe
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 17:30
Finance Committee
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 18:30
City Council
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 17:30
City Council Work Session
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 18:30
City Council
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Wed Nov 11, 2026 · 18:00
Park and Recreation Board
233 S. Main Street, Monroe
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Nov 24, 2026 · 18:30
City Council
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 17:30
City Council Work Session
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 18:30
City Council
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Wed Dec 9, 2026 · 18:00
Park and Recreation Board
233 S. Main Street, Monroe
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Dec 22, 2026 · 06:30
City Council
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Jan 5, 2027 · 17:30
City Council Work Session
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Jan 12, 2027 · 18:30
City Council
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Wed Jan 13, 2027 · 18:00
Park and Recreation Board
233 S. Main Street, Monroe
Tue Jan 19, 2027 · 18:00
Planning Commission
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Jan 26, 2027 · 06:30
City Council
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Feb 2, 2027 · 17:30
City Council Work Session
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Feb 9, 2027 · 18:30
City Council
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Wed Feb 10, 2027 · 18:00
Park and Recreation Board
233 S. Main Street, Monroe
Tue Feb 16, 2027 · 18:00
Planning Commission
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Feb 23, 2027 · 06:30
City Council
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Mar 2, 2027 · 17:30
City Council Work Session
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Mar 9, 2027 · 18:30
City Council
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Wed Mar 10, 2027 · 18:00
Park and Recreation Board
233 S. Main Street, Monroe
Tue Mar 16, 2027 · 18:00
Planning Commission
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Mar 23, 2027 · 06:30
City Council
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Apr 6, 2027 · 17:30
City Council Work Session
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Apr 13, 2027 · 18:30
City Council
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Wed Apr 14, 2027 · 18:00
Park and Recreation Board
233 S. Main Street, Monroe
Tue Apr 20, 2027 · 18:00
Planning Commission
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Apr 27, 2027 · 06:30
City Council
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue May 4, 2027 · 17:30
City Council Work Session
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue May 11, 2027 · 18:30
City Council
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Wed May 12, 2027 · 18:00
Park and Recreation Board
233 S. Main Street, Monroe
Tue May 18, 2027 · 18:00
Planning Commission
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue May 25, 2027 · 06:30
City Council
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Jun 1, 2027 · 17:30
City Council Work Session
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Jun 8, 2027 · 18:30
City Council
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Wed Jun 9, 2027 · 18:00
Park and Recreation Board
233 S. Main Street, Monroe
Tue Jun 15, 2027 · 18:00
Planning Commission
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Jun 22, 2027 · 06:30
City Council
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Jul 6, 2027 · 17:30
City Council Work Session
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Jul 13, 2027 · 18:30
City Council
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Jul 27, 2027 · 06:30
City Council
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Aug 3, 2027 · 17:30
City Council Work Session
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Aug 10, 2027 · 18:30
City Council
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Aug 24, 2027 · 06:30
City Council
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Sep 14, 2027 · 18:30
City Council
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Tue Sep 28, 2027 · 06:30
City Council
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Oct 12, 2027 · 18:30
City Council
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Oct 26, 2027 · 06:30
City Council
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Nov 9, 2027 · 18:30
City Council
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Tue Nov 23, 2027 · 06:30
City Council
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Recent meetings
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 18:30
City Council
Council votes on 10-year water contract with Butler County and storm sewer design
The Monroe City Council is scheduled to approve a long-term wholesale water supply agreement with Butler County, which includes a $300,000 payment for existing infrastructure. The body will also authorize a $30,200 design contract for storm sewer improvements at Britton Lane and State Route 63 to coincide with county sanitary work. Additionally, the council will approve a $3,365.68 payment for air conditioning services and accept the Q2 finance reports.
- Resolution 48-2026 authorizes a 10-year renewable water contract with Butler County, including a $300,000 reimbursement for Hankins/Yankee Road infrastructure.
- Resolution 49-2026 authorizes a $30,200 design contract with Choice One Engineering for Britton Lane storm sewer improvements, with estimated construction costs of $350,000 to $400,000.
- Resolution 50-2026 approves a $3,365.68 payment to Air Force One for Station 61 air conditioning services.
- Council will accept the April, May, and June 2026 Finance Reports as submitted.
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Monroe Council Agenda
Regular Meeting of Council
August 25, 2026 – 6:30 PM
233 South Main Street, Monroe, Ohio
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Approval of the Minutes
Council Minutes of August 11, 2026 work session and August 11, 2026 regular meeting
Visitors
Committee Reports
Public Works Committee
Finance Committee
Administrative Liaison Committee
Technology Committee
Public Involvement Committee
Public Safety Committee
Old Business
New Business
Resolution No. 48-2026. A Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a contract by and
between the City of Monroe and the Board of County Commissioners of Butler County for the
Monroe Wholesale Water Supply contract.
Sponsor: Larry Lester
Strategic Priority: Well Managed Services and Infrastructure
Background: The proposed agreement provides greater clarity regarding rates, infrastructure
ownership, the City's service territory, future capital improvements, annexations, and the respective
responsibilities of the City and County.
Key terms and changes include:
Term: The agreement establishes an initial 10-year term, with the ability to renew for up to two
additional five-year periods, for a maximum potential term of 20 years.
Wholesale water rate: The base rate was established at $3.84 per 1,000 gallons effective August 1,
2025. Beginning August 1, 2026, annual adjustments may be based on the specifie …
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Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 17:30
Public Involvement Committee of Council
Committee to review July 4th event and plan upcoming 2026 events
The Public Involvement Committee of Council will meet to approve minutes from May 1, 2026, review the July 4th event, and discuss upcoming 2026 events. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.
- Approval of May 1, 2026 minutes
- July 4th event review
- Discussion of upcoming 2026 events
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Public Involvement Committee of Council Agenda
August 19, 2026 - 5:30 PM
233 South Main Street, Monroe, Ohio
1. Approval of the Public Involvement Committee Minutes of May 1, 2026
2. July 4th Event Review
3. Upcoming 2026 Events
4. Discussion, questions, and requests for future meetings
5. Adjournment
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Sat Aug 15, 2026 · 09:00
City Council
Council holds special meeting on governance roles and priorities
This is a special meeting focused on team-building and governance training, not on specific policy decisions. The agenda includes introductions, discussions on governance roles, shared commitments, and establishing priorities, followed by next steps. No votes or concrete actions are listed.
- Kickoff and introductions
- Discussion of governance roles
- Establishing shared commitments
- Setting priorities and next steps
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Monroe Council Special Meeting Agenda
August 15, 2026 – 9:00 a.m.
233 South Main Street, Monroe, Ohio
City Manager’s Office Conference Room
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Purpose of Meeting
• Kickoff and Introductions
• Why I Run / Why I Serve
• Governance Roles
• Shared Commitments
• Establishing Priorities
• Wrap Up and Next Steps
Adjournment
Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 18:00
Park and Recreation Board
233 S. Main Street, Monroe
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 17:30
City Council Work Session
Council continues discussion on incentive policy
This is a work session agenda with only one substantive discussion topic: continuation of an incentive policy. No votes or decisions are listed; the meeting is for discussion only.
- Discussion: Incentive Policy Continuation
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Monroe Council Work Session Agenda
August 11, 2026 – 5:30 p.m.
233 South Main Street, Monroe, Ohio
Administrative Conference Room
Call to Order
Roll Call
Discussion Topics
Incentive Policy Continuation
Adjournment
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 18:30
City Council
Council to hear roundabout update, consider property purchase in executive session
The Monroe City Council is holding its regular meeting with routine items like minutes approval and committee reports. A presentation on roundabouts by Jessica Rybolt of The Kleingers Group is scheduled. The council will also enter executive session to discuss purchasing property for public purposes and confidential economic development information.
- Presentation on roundabouts by Jessica Rybolt, The Kleingers Group
- Executive session to consider property purchase for public purposes
- Executive session on confidential economic development assistance information
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Monroe Council Agenda
Regular Meeting of Council
August 11, 2026 – 6:30 PM
233 South Main Street, Monroe, Ohio
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Approval of the Minutes
Council Minutes of July 28, 2026
Visitors
Roundabouts - Jessica Rybolt, The Kleingers Group
Committee Reports
Public Works Committee
Finance Committee
Administrative Liaison Committee
Technology Committee
Public Involvement Committee
Public Safety Committee
Old Business
New Business
Administrative Reports
Executive Session
Consider the purchase of property for public purposes, if premature disclosure of information
would give an unfair competitive or bargaining advantage to a person whose personal, private
interest is adverse to general public interest;
Consider confidential information related to the marketing plans, specific business strategy,
production techniques, trade secrets, or personal financial statements of an applicant for
economic development assistance. Executive session is necessary to protect the interests of
the applicant or possible use of public funds in connection with the project.
Adjournment
Wed Aug 5, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Zoning Appeals
School district seeks variance on sidewalks and trails
The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a variance application from Monroe Local Schools regarding sidewalks and trails. This is the only substantive item on the agenda; the rest is procedural.
- Variance application BZA-2026-6 from Monroe Local Schools concerning sidewalks and trails
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Board of Zoning Appeals
August 5, 2026 - 6:00 PM
233 South Main Street, Monroe, Ohio
Call to Order
• Roll Call
Approval of Minutes
Old Business
• BZA-2026-6— Consideration of a Variance Application from Monroe Local
Schools regarding Sidewalks and Trails.
New Business
Adjournment
Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 17:30
Finance Committee
Finance Committee to review 2025 annual audit and 2026 financial reports
The Finance Committee will review the 2025 Annual Audit Report and the financial reports for the second quarter of 2026. The body will also discuss a Request for Information (RFI) regarding banking services.
- 2025 Annual Audit Report
- 2nd Quarter 2026 Financial Reports
- Banking Services RFI
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Finance Committee of Council Agenda
July 28, 2026 - 5:30 PM
233 South Main Street, Monroe, Ohio
1. Approval of the Finance Committee Minutes of April 28, 2026
2. Discussion, questions, and requests for future meetings.
2nd Quarter 2026 Financial Reports
2025 Annual Audit Report
Banking Services RFI
3. Adjournment
Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 18:30
City Council
Council to vote on emergency loan for water interconnect, $809K in supplemental appropriations
The Monroe City Council will consider an emergency ordinance accepting a $181,079 OPWC loan for the Union Road/Navigator Way emergency interconnect vault, and an ordinance supplementing the 2026 budget by $808,925 for various funds. Resolutions are up for contract awards: a $359,408 construction contract for the interconnect vault to KT Holden Construction, a police equipment and services agreement with Axon Inc., and a road salt supply contract with Morton Salt valued at about $347,340. The meeting also includes a ceremonial swearing-in of four new firefighters and a presentation on the Safe Streets 4 All Transportation Master Plan.
- Emergency Ordinance 2026-21: Accepting $181,079 loan from OPWC for Union Road/Navigator Way emergency interconnect vault (0% interest, 30-year term).
- Ordinance 2026-22: Supplemental appropriations totaling $808,925, including $275,000 transfer from General Fund to Fire Levy Fund for vehicle maintenance and apparatus refresh.
- Resolution 45-2026: Authorizing contract with Axon Inc. for police tasers, body-worn cameras, in-car cameras, and data storage upgrades.
- Resolution 46-2026: Awarding $359,408 construction contract to KT Holden Construction for the emergency interconnect vault at Navigator Way.
- Resolution 47-2026: Road salt supply contract with Morton Salt for 3,000 tons at $115.78/ton, estimated total $347,340.
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Monroe Council Agenda
Regular Meeting of Council
July 28, 2026 – 6:30 PM
233 South Main Street, Monroe, Ohio
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Approval of the Minutes
Council Minutes of July 14, 2026 work session and July 14, 2026 regular meeting
Visitors
Ceremonial Swearing-In of Firefighter/Paramedic Erik Dow, Firefighter/Paramedic Bradley Lawson,
Firefighter/EMT Elijah Thacker, and Firefighter/EMT Caden Kolb
Safe Streets 4 All (SS4A) Transportation Master Plan Update Presentation — Jon Wiley, Project
Manager and Traffic Engineer
Committee Reports
Public Works Committee
Finance Committee
Administrative Liaison Committee
Technology Committee
Public Involvement Committee
Public Safety Committee
Old Business
New Business
Emergency Ordinance 2026-21. An Ordinance accepting the loan agreement between the Ohio
Public Works Commission and the City of Monroe for the Union Road/Navigator Way emergency
interconnect vault project, and declaring an emergency.
Sponsor: Zach McNutt
Strategic Priority: Well Managed Infrastructure
Background: Passage of the ordinance accepts a loan from the Ohio Public Works Commission
(OPWC) in the amount of $181,079, with a 30-year term at 0% interest and an annual payment of
$6,035. The City applied for this loan in 2025, and it was officially awarded on July 8, 2026. The
2026 Capital Budget was approved in anticipation of receiving this funding.
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Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
233 South Main Street, Monroe
Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Zoning Appeals
Board to consider three variance applications from Monroe Local Schools
The Board of Zoning Appeals will review three variance requests submitted by Monroe Local Schools. These requests concern sidewalks, trails, street trees, and development landscaping.
- BZA-2026-6: Variance application for Sidewalks and Trails
- BZA-2026-7: Variance application for Street Trees
- BZA-2026-8: Variance application for Development Landscaping
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Board of Zoning Appeals
July 15, 2026 - 6:00 PM
233 South Main Street, Monroe, Ohio
Call to Order
• Roll Call
Approval of Minutes
• May 28, 2026 Board of Zoning Appeals meeting minutes
Old Business
New Business
• BZA-2026-6— Consideration of a Variance Application from Monroe Local
Schools regarding Sidewalks and Trails.
• BZA-2026-7— Consideration of a Variance Application from Monroe Local
Schools regarding Street Trees.
• BZA-2026-8— Consideration of a Variance Application from Monroe Local
Schools regarding Development Landscaping.
Adjournment
Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 17:30
City Council Work Session
Council to discuss Incentive Policy at work session
The Monroe City Council will hold a work session to discuss an Incentive Policy. No other topics are listed on the agenda. The session is for discussion only; no formal votes will be taken.
- Discussion of an unspecified Incentive Policy
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Monroe Council Work Session Agenda
July 14, 2026 – 5:30 p.m.
233 South Main Street, Monroe, Ohio
Administrative Conference Room
Call to Order
Roll Call
Discussion Topics
a. Incentive Policy
Adjournment
Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 18:30
City Council
Council to consider $18.67 million in notes for Public Works facility
City Council will discuss three ordinances to issue and consolidate bond anticipation notes for a new Public Works facility. The body is also considering a grant and loan agreement for Garver Road infrastructure improvements.
- Emergency Ordinance No. 2026-19: Issuance of up to $18,675,000 in bond anticipation notes for Public Works Building improvements
- Emergency Ordinance No. 2026-20: Grant of $1,024,213 and loan up to $800,000 from Ohio Public Works Commission for Garver Road
- Resolution No. 42-2026: Contract with JTM Smith Construction, Inc. for $1,718,116.40 for Garver Road water main, asphalt, and drainage work
- Resolution No. 43-2026: Amendments to professional services agreement with Fishbeck for water main improvements
- Design-build contract with HGC Construction and Emersion Design not to exceed $18,669,358.10 (referenced in background)
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Monroe Council Agenda
Regular Meeting of Council
July 14, 2026 – 6:30 PM
233 South Main Street, Monroe, Ohio
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Approval of the Minutes
Council Minutes of June 23, 2026
Visitors
Committee Reports
Public Works Committee
Finance Committee
Administrative Liaison Committee
Technology Committee
Public Involvement Committee
Public Safety Committee
Old Business
Emergency Ordinance No. 2026-17. An Ordinance authorizing the issuance of not to exceed
$5,000,000 of various purpose general obligation bond anticipation notes, 2026 renewal, by the City
of Monroe, Ohio, in anticipation of the issuance of bonds, and declaring an emergency.
Sponsor: Jake Burton
Strategic Priority: Well Managed Services and Infrastructure
Background: City Council passed Resolution 12-2023 on February 14, 2023 to allow for
reimbursement of expenditures related to a Public Works Facility. Council also passed Ordinance
2023-12 on May 9, 2023 authorizing the City Manager to execute a purchase and sale agreement of
~113 acres in an amount not to exceed $3,200,000 as part of a future development investment and a
new public works facility. The city officially purchased the property on July 20, 2023 for the amount
of $3,143,233.75 utilizing General Fund dollars that were reimbursed with the issuance of
$3,200,000 Bond Anticipation Notes (BANs) with the passage of Ordinance 2023-25. City Council
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Wed Jul 8, 2026 · 18:00
Park and Recreation Board
Park and Recreation Board meets for administrative updates
The Monroe County Park and Recreation Board will convene to review administrative reports and approve minutes from a previous meeting. No new business or old business items are scheduled for discussion.
- Approval of May 13, 2026 minutes
- Review of administrative reports
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Park and Recreation Board
July 8, 2026 - 6:00 PM
233 South Main Street, Monroe, Ohio
Call to Order
Roll Call
Approval of Minutes
• May 13, 2026
Old Business
• None
New Business
• None
Administrative Reports
• Various Updates
Adjournment
Mon Jul 6, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
Public hearing on site plan for Monroe Municipal Services Center
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a site plan and conditional use permit for the Monroe Municipal Services Center. No other substantive business is on the agenda.
- Case No. 2026-7-4: Public hearing and consideration of a Site Plan and Conditional Use Permit for Monroe Municipal Services Center
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Planning Commission
July 6, 2026 - 6:00 PM
233 South Main Street, Monroe, Ohio
Call to Order
Roll Call
Approval of Minutes
• April 21, 2026 Planning Commission Meeting Minutes
Old Business
New Business
• Case No. 2026-7-4- PUBLIC HEARING, Consideration of a Site Plan and
Conditional Use Permit for Monroe Municipal Services Center
Administrative Reports
Adjournment
Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 18:30
City Council
Council considers $18.675 million in bond notes for new Public Works facility
City Council is reviewing several ordinances to finance a new Public Works facility and a subdivision plat for Monroe Crossings. The body is also discussing a City Manager contract extension and audio/visual upgrades for Council Chambers.
- Ordinance 2026-19: Issuance of up to $18,675,000 in bond anticipation notes for Public Works Building improvements
- Ordinance 2026-16: Final plat for 30 single-family lots in Monroe Crossings Subdivision (Block E)
- Resolution 40-2026: 5-year lease for Monroe Lending Library at 6 East Avenue for $1.00 per year
- Resolution 39-2026: Agreement with Bright Technologies, Inc. for Council Chambers AV modernization
- Resolution 37-2026: Two-year extension of City Manager Larry Lester's employment agreement
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Monroe Council Agenda
Regular Meeting of Council
June 23, 2026 – 6:30 PM
233 South Main Street, Monroe, Ohio
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Approval of the Minutes
Council Minutes of June 9, 2026 work session and June 9, 2026 regular meeting
Visitors
Alfred Rizkallah, Cascade Car Wash - Commercial Water Rates
Matt Boone, Scannell Properties and Lenny Robinson, Corridor 75 Park LTD - Project Clear
Development Project
Committee Reports
Public Works Committee
Finance Committee
Administrative Liaison Committee
Technology Committee
Public Involvement Committee
Public Safety Committee
Executive Session
Consider confidential information related to the marketing plans, specific business strategy, production
techniques, trade secrets, or personal financial statements of an applicant for economic development
assistance. Executive session is necessary to protect the interests of the applicant or possible use of
public funds in connection with the project.
Old Business
Ordinance No. 2026-16. An Ordinance approving a final plat for Section 5, Block E, in the Monroe
Crossings Subdivision.
Sponsor: Kameryn Jones
Strategic Priority: Strategic Growth and Development
Background: Monroe Crossings II LLC has submitted an application for final plat for Monroe
Crossings Section 5 Block E. The preliminary plat associated with this phase of the subdivision was
approved by Planning Commission on October 20, 2020, which …
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Thu Jun 18, 2026 · 14:00
Records Commission
Records Commission to approve RC-2 retention schedule
The Monroe Records Commission will vote on approving RC-2, the Schedule of Records Retention and Disposition. The meeting will also set the dates for future commission meetings. Standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, discussion, and adjournment are included.
- Approval of RC-2 (Schedule of Records Retention and Disposition)
- Establish future meeting schedule
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Monroe Records Commission Agenda
June 18, 2026 – 2:00 p.m.
233 South Main Street, Monroe, Ohio
City Manager Conference Room
Call to Order
Roll Call
Discussion
Approval of RC-2 (Schedule of Records Retention and Disposition)
Establish future meeting schedule
Adjournment
Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
Public hearing on Monroe Municipal Services Center site plan
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a Site Plan and Conditional Use Permit for the Monroe Municipal Services Center. Other items include approval of previous meeting minutes and administrative reports.
- Public hearing on Case No. 2026-6-4 for Monroe Municipal Services Center
- Consideration of Site Plan and Conditional Use Permit
- Approval of April 21, 2026 meeting minutes
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Planning Commission
June 16, 2026 - 6:00 PM
233 South Main Street, Monroe, Ohio
Call to Order
Roll Call
Approval of Minutes
• April 21, 2026 Planning Commission Meeting Minutes
Old Business
New Business
• Case No. 2026-6-4—PUBLIC HEARING, Consideration of a Site Plan and
Conditional Use Permit for the Monroe Municipal Services Center
Administrative Reports
Adjournment
Wed Jun 10, 2026 · 18:00
Park and Recreation Board
233 S. Main Street, Monroe
Tue Jun 9, 2026 · 18:30
City Council
Council to vote on $124M food distribution facility deal with tax abatement
The council will vote on a development agreement and tax abatement for a 390,000-square-foot food distribution facility (Project Clear) expected to create 93 new jobs and $6.7M in payroll, along with a final plat for 30 single-family lots, several construction contracts, a police sergeants' collective bargaining agreement, and a resolution committing to eliminate traffic fatalities by 2045.
- Emergency ordinance for Project Clear development agreement (up to $4.5M TIF reimbursement)
- CRA tax abatement 75% for 15 years for the same project
- Final plat approval for 30 single-family lots in Monroe Crossings Subdivision
- Resolution adopting Vision Zero to eliminate traffic deaths by 2045
- Emergency water main repair contract for $41,330 to Majors Enterprises
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233 South Main Street, Monroe
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Monroe Council Agenda
Regular Meeting of Council
June 9, 2026 – 6:30 PM
233 South Main Street, Monroe, Ohio
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Approval of the Minutes
Council Minutes of May 26, 2026
Visitors
Committee Reports
Public Works Committee
Finance Committee
Administrative Liaison Committee
Technology Committee
Public Involvement Committee
Public Safety Committee
Old Business
Emergency Ordinance No. 2026-14. An Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to enter into a
development agreement by and between the City of Monroe, Scannell Properties #787, LLC and
Corridor 75 Park, LTD to facilitate construction of Project Clear, and declaring an emergency.
Sponsor: Gary Morton
Strategic Priority: Strategic Growth and Development
Background: The proposed Development Agreement establishes a public-private partnership
between the City of Monroe, Scannell Properties #787, LLC (Developer), and Corridor 75 Park, LTD.
(Seller) to facilitate construction of Project Clear, a proposed 390,000 square-foot food distribution
facility with office space at 4850 Butler Warren County Line Road. The project is anticipated to
create 93 new full-time equivalent jobs and retain 127 existing positions, generating approximately
$6.7 million in new annual payroll and retaining approximately $9.1 million in annual payroll.
Key Components of the Agreement
Private Development
- Construction of a 390,000 SF food distribution facili …
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Tue Jun 9, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Council to discuss building permits at work session
The Monroe City Council will hold a work session with discussion topics including a building permit presentation. No votes or formal decisions are scheduled; the meeting is primarily procedural and informational.
- Building Permit Presentation
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Monroe Council Work Session Agenda
June 9, 2026 – 5:30 p.m.
233 South Main Street, Monroe, Ohio
Administrative Conference Room
Call to Order
Roll Call
Discussion Topics
a. Building Permit Presentation
Legislative Review
a. Upcoming Legislation
Adjournment
Thu May 28, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
Board considers appeal from Solid Rock Ministries International
The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider an appeal application from Solid Rock Ministries International (BZA-2026-5). A variance application from Atlantic Sign Company for Izzy's has been withdrawn and will not be discussed. The board will also approve minutes from the March 23, 2026 meeting.
- BZA-2026-5 — Appeal application from Solid Rock Ministries International
- BZA-2026-6 — Variance application from Atlantic Sign Company for Izzy's (WITHDRAWN)
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Board of Zoning Appeals
May 28, 2026 - 6:00 PM
233 South Main Street, Monroe, Ohio
Call to Order
• Roll Call
Approval of Minutes
• Meeting Minutes from the March 23, 2026 Board of Zoning Appeals meeting
Old Business
New Business
• BZA-2026-5— Consideration of an appeal application from Solid Rock
Ministries International.
• BZA-2026-6— Consideration of a Variance Application from Atlantic Sign
Company regarding the maximum height of a proposed monument sign for
Izzy’s. WITHDRAWN
Adjournment
Tue May 26, 2026 · 18:30
City Council
City Council to approve a $124 million development agreement for Project Clear
The council will consider Emergency Ordinance No. 2026-13 to create the Clear Commercial Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district. It will also consider Ordinance No. 2026-14 authorizing a development agreement with Scannell Properties #787, LLC and Corridor 75 Park, LTD for a 390,000‑sq‑ft food distribution facility at 4850 Butler Warren County Line Road, including up to $4.5 million in city reimbursement and a 75% tax abatement. A resolution will award the Monroe Bicentennial Park Loop Trail contract to Majors Enterprises for $1,046,025.62. A motion will be considered to spend $18,500 from the capital budget for a police department network switch refresh.
- Emergency Ordinance No. 2026-13 creating the Clear Commercial TIF fund for a 30‑year district
- Ordinance No. 2026-14 development agreement for Project Clear, $124 million private investment, 93 new jobs
- Resolution No. 31-2026 awarding $1,046,025.62 contract to Majors Enterprises for Bicentennial Park Loop Trail
- Motion to authorize $18,500 for police department network switch replacement
- Public infrastructure improvements: extension of Gateway Boulevard and new roundabout at Butler Warren Road/Mason Road
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Monroe Council Agenda
Regular Meeting of Council
May 26, 2026 – 6:30 PM
233 South Main Street, Monroe, Ohio
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Approval of the Minutes
Council Minutes of May 12, 2026 work session and May 12, 2026 regular meeting
Visitors
Committee Reports
Public Works Committee
Finance Committee
Administrative Liaison Committee
Technology Committee
Public Involvement Committee
Public Safety Committee
Old Business
Emergency Ordinance No. 2026-13. An Ordinance to create a TIF area pursuant to Section 5709.40(B)
of the Ohio Revised Code; declare improvements to certain parcels of real property located in the TIF
area to be a public purpose; exempt from real property taxation 100% of those improvements; require
the owners of those parcels to make service payments in lieu of taxes; establish a municipal public
improvement tax increment equivalent fund for the deposit of the remainder of those service
payments; specify the public infrastructure improvements to be made within the TIF area that directly
benefit those parcels, and declaring an emergency.
Sponsor: Jake Burton
Strategic Priority: Strategic Growth and Development
Background: This Ordinance will officially create the Clear Commercial Tax Increment Equivalent
Fund "TIF", establishing the district for a term of 30 years, creating the "Project Clear (C15)" TIF
Fund, and allowing the compensation agreement to be signed between the City of Monroe and
Lakota Loc …
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Tue May 19, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to hold public hearing for Municipal Services Center
The Planning Commission will meet to consider a site plan and conditional use permit for the Monroe Municipal Services Center. Other agenda items are procedural.
- Public hearing for Case No. 2026-5-4 regarding the Monroe Municipal Services Center site plan and conditional use permit
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Planning Commission
May 19, 2026 - 6:00 PM
233 South Main Street, Monroe, Ohio
Call to Order
Roll Call
Approval of Minutes
• April 21, 2026, Planning Commission Meeting Minutes
Old Business
New Business
• Case No. 2026-5-4—PUBLIC HEARING, Consideration of a Site Plan and
Conditional Use Permit for the Monroe Municipal Services Center
Administrative Reports
Adjournment
Wed May 13, 2026 · 18:00
Park and Recreation Board
Board to consider event application from Wee Hornet Football and Cheer LLC
The Park and Recreation Board will consider a City of Monroe Initial Event Application/Use Agreement from Casey Walters of Wee Hornet Football and Cheer LLC. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and receive administrative updates. No old business is on the agenda.
- Casey Walters, Wee Hornet Football and Cheer LLC – City of Monroe Initial Event Application/Use Agreement
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233 S. Main Street, Monroe
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Park and Recreation Board
May 13, 2026 - 6:00 PM
233 South Main Street, Monroe, Ohio
Call to Order
Roll Call
Approval of Minutes
• March 11, 2026
Old Business
• None
New Business
• Casey Walters, Wee Hornet Football and Cheer LLC - City of Monroe Initial
Event Application/Use Agreement
Administrative Reports
• Various Updates
Adjournment
Tue May 12, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Council discusses grant and cannabis revenue updates
This is a work session, not a voting meeting. The council will discuss updates on grant funding applications and adult-use cannabis revenue, plus review upcoming legislation. No action is scheduled.
- Grant funding application status update
- Adult-use cannabis revenue update
- Review of upcoming legislation
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233 South Main Street , Monroe
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Monroe Council Work Session Agenda
May 12, 2026 – 5:30 p.m.
233 South Main Street, Monroe, Ohio
Administrative Conference Room
Call to Order
Roll Call
Discussion Topics
1. Grant Funding Application Status Update
2. Adult-Use Cannabis Revenue Update
Legislative Review
1. Upcoming Legislation
Adjournment
Tue May 12, 2026 · 18:30
City Council
City Council considers $9.73 million water main improvement project
The Monroe City Council will vote on resolutions authorizing an engineering services agreement with Fishbeck for water main upgrades, with fees up to $615,000. It will also consider a $9,730,000 construction project to replace aging mains along Wicklow Lane, Macready Avenue, Elm Street and State Route 63. Additional items include a TIF ordinance, certificates for health services and public‑records software, and a police utility vehicle purchase.
- Resolution 17‑2026/28‑2026: authorize engineering services agreement with Fishbeck, fee not to exceed $615,000
- Resolution 28‑2026 (Alternative 2): approve $9,730,000 water main construction project along Wicklow Lane/Macready Ave/Elm St/SR‑63
- Resolution 29‑2026: approve Then‑and‑Now Certificate $3,448.52 to Premier Occupational Health for department physicals
- Ordinance 2026‑13: create Clear Commercial Tax Increment Financing (TIF) area
- Resolution 30‑2026: approve Then‑and‑Now Certificate $7,978.74 to CivicPlus for NextRequest public records software renewal
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Monroe Council Agenda
Regular Meeting of Council
May 12, 2026 – 6:30 PM
233 South Main Street, Monroe, Ohio
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Approval of the Minutes
Council Minutes of April 28, 2026
Visitors
David Bond, President of the Monroe Lions Club - Seeking Approval for Beer Sales at the Light Up the
Sky Event
Committee Reports
Public Works Committee
Finance Committee
Administrative Liaison Committee
Technology Committee
Public Involvement Committee
Public Safety Committee
Old Business
Resolution No. 17-2026. A Resolution authorizing the City of Monroe to enter into an engineering
services agreement with Fishbeck for water main improvements and authorizing the City Manager to
execute any and all documents related to said agreement.
Sponsor: Gary Morton
Strategic Priority: Well Managed Services and Infrastructure
Background: The City's water distribution system along Yankee Road, Wicklow Lane, Todhunter
Road, and Deneen Avenue includes aging 6-inch and 8-inch water mains that are undersized to meet
current fire flow and service demands. This project was previously identified as a priority
infrastructure need, including in connection with the Monroe Local Schools water supply deficiency
at the Yankee Road campus. The proposed improvements will upgrade approximately three miles of
distribution system to 12-inch water main, improving system capacity, fire flow reliability, and long-
term operational resilience.
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Mon May 11, 2026 · 17:30
Technology Committee
Technology Committee to discuss cyber workshop, A/V equipment
The Technology Committee will approve minutes from December 2025 and discuss A/V equipment. A cyber security leadership workshop for local government executives is listed for discussion. No specific expenditures or decisions are listed; the agenda is largely procedural and discussion-oriented.
- Approval of December 15, 2025 committee minutes
- Discussion of A/V equipment
- Cyber for Local Government Executive Leadership workshop discussion
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233 South Main Street, Monroe
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Technology Committee of Council Agenda
May 11, 2026 - 5:30 PM
233 South Main Street, Monroe, Ohio
1. Approval of Technology Committee Minutes for December 15, 2025
2. A/V Equipment
3. Cyber for Local Government Executive Leadership workshop
4. Discussion, questions, and requests for future meetings
5. Adjournment
Fri May 1, 2026 · 16:00
Public Involvement Committee of Council
Committee to discuss Memorial Day and July 4th events
The Public Involvement Committee will discuss planning for the Memorial Day Ceremony and the July 4th 'Light Up the Sky' event. No formal decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and future agenda requests.
- Memorial Day Ceremony planning
- July 4th 'Light Up the Sky' event discussion
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233 South Main Street, Monroe
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Public Involvement Committee of Council Agenda
May 1, 2026 - 4:00 PM
233 South Main Street, Monroe, Ohio
1. Memorial Day Ceremony
2. July 4th "Light Up the Sky" event
3. Discussion, questions, and requests for future meetings
4. Adjournment
Showing the 30 most recent meetings of 54 on record. See the yearly meeting archives below for the full history.
🌐 County-level context (Monroe County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities1 (2024)
Business establishments244 (1,923 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$884/mo (143 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy19.5% (low numeracy 33% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
Everything below is drawn from this city’s own public record and primary-source government data. AI-written summaries are a finding aid, not a citable quote.
$37.0M
Annual budget
$16.6M
Debt outstanding
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$37.0M
Spending$38.8M
Operating spending ran ahead of revenue this year.
Debt load MODERATE
Outstanding debt$16.6M
Debt-to-revenue0.45×
Debt-load index65 / 100
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the research explorer.