Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Monroe public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
6 issues in roads with medium priority
2026-2027 Downtown Snow Removal Contract
Carrousel Excavating won the contract to haul snow off the downtown square this winter, beating five other bidders on price. The city has worked with them before and their crew is local.
Pedestrian crosswalk beacons on 9th Street
The city is weighing $20,601 in rapid flashing beacons at two 9th Street crossings that children and pedestrians struggle to cross. There have been no pedestrian injuries there, and the recommendation came from a student study, prompting cost concerns — but TID 7 funds can cover it without touching the general levy.
New stop signs on 4th Street
Once the 4th Street road reconstruction is done, permanent stop signs go up at 22nd and 25th Avenues plus a stop bar at 22nd — a safety move as traffic is expected to increase on the improved road.
2026 Street Improvements
Patricas Construction will handle this year's curb, gutter and sidewalk work for about $493,500.
2026 Curb, Gutter and Sidewalk Construction
Patricas Construction will handle this year's curb, gutter and sidewalk work for about $493,500.
Roadway functional classification update
The state's ten-year review reclassifies city streets, which affects state construction revenue and grant eligibility. The city pushed back to keep Sixth Street and the school area at higher classifications.