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Senior Day at the Farmers Market
Calendar Date:
Repeats every month on May, June, July, August, September, October on the last Saturday.
Saturday, October 27, 2018 - 8:30am to 12:30pmAdd to your calendar:
The Monroe Farmers Market and the Walton County Health Care Foundation have teamed up to celebrate Walton County Senior Citizens! Every last Saturday of every month starting May 27 through October will be Senior Day at the Market. The first 40 Walton County Senior Citizens age 65 and up will get $5 in Senior Bucks to spend at the market. The Senior Bucks may be used to buy fresh produce and more! The Monroe Farmers Market and Walton Wellness are proud to celebrate our Senior Citizens and encourage everyone to eat well.
Follow us on the Monroe Farmers Market Facebook Page!
We also have live music at every market! If you would like to perform for one of the Saturdays, please email us.
For more info: monroefmdowntown@gmail.com
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Monroe is a special place. Full of history, full of character, full of authenticity. It is the “Real Georgia”. The City of Monroe is proud to be the full-service provider for the dreamers and the doers that make Monroe such a vibrant city. It is THE place to be in North Georgia. We strive to go above and beyond to make Monroe work FOR you.
As your City Administrator, I enjoy each day and the ability to interact with our citizens, business owners, and visitors to help everyone find success, livability, and fun in Monroe.
Public Meeting Schedules
The Monroe City Council meets once a month, on the second Tuesday of each month. The meetings start at 6:00pm and are held at City Hall at 215 North Broad Street.
The Downtown Development Authority meets once a month on the second Thursday of the month.
The meeting starts at 8:00am and is held in the Municipal Auditorium located inside City Hall at 215 North Broad Street.
The City of Monroe is a pro-business community. Our officials and staff place a high priority on business recruitment and retention. We are proud of the level of personal, expedited service our city offers and the quality of our business environment. If we can be of any assistance in locating or growing your company in our community, please contact us today, (770) 266-5334.
The Finance Department is comprised of the Accounting, Call Center, Customer Service, Meter Reading and Utility Billing functions of the city. The Finance Department oversees all revenues and expenditures of the city as well as the annual budget, setting the millage rate and annual audit.
You can find annual budget, annual audit reports and annual millage rates HERE.
All requests for payment through the City’s Accounts Payable department should be Net 30.
Welcome to the City of Monroe’s virtual home. You will find that our city has some of the most dedicated and skilled employees anywhere. We take pride in offering the best public services available.
The City of Monroe executive branch of government consists of the Mayor, who is elected, and a full time City Administrator who handles the day-to-day executive operations of the city government. Our legislative branch consists of a City Council of eight elected members.
Nestled in the Alcovy River basin between the urban sprawl of Atlanta and classic Athens, Monroe offers the best of both worlds. Our rich history draws visitors to Monroe; our small town atmosphere, engaging cultural life, and high tech capabilities entice them to stay. Monroe's colorful history is typified by ante-bellum homes, historic downtown, and venerable government buildings. Monroe's future is exemplified by intermingling these historic areas with planned residential growth and high-tech industries
Purpose
The Monroe Utilities Department is a full service municipal utility provider, offering its customers electric, cable television, broadband cable internet, voice over IP phone service, natural gas, water, and wastewater services.
Location
The Customer Service Department is located at City Hall, 215 North Broad Street, Monroe, Georgia.
In order to guide and accomplish a coordinated and harmonious development of the city which will, in accordance with existing and future needs, best promote the public health, safety, morals, order, convenience, prosperity, and the general welfare, as well as efficiency and economy in the process of development, the Monroe Planning Commission, hereinafter referred to as the planning commission, is hereby created and established.
Planning and Zoning committee members are appointed by the Mayor and City Council, and serve five year terms.
Welcome to the Code Department page of your City of Monroe website! We wish to provide as much information and assistance as possible. Should the need arise, please do not hesitate to let us know of concerns regarding the health, safety, and welfare of the community as well as community standards which we all strive to improve. We also handle questions about zoning issues, plan review, code enforcement, and permitting of construction projects. We are available to assist in these endeavors as well. Serving in this capacity is why we are here.
~Patrick Kelley, Code Director
Mission Statement
"To protect and to serve our community with the highest quality of law enforcement service by providing fair, firm, and consistent public safety services in partnership with the community."
NOTICE: Effective February 14, 2024, the City of Monroe will place a $15 charge for every mattress or box spring picked up from each residence on their utility bill.
The city provides full curbside solid waste and recycling service to citizens within the city limits of Monroe. The city also owns and operates a MSW Transfer Station located at 213 Cherry Hill Road, Monroe, GA 30655. Hours of operations are Monday through Friday from 5 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Our Mission
The City of Monroe Fire Department is dedicated to protecting the lives and property of our citizens and visitors to the community through fire prevention, public education, training, and the delivery of professional fire and emergency services.
Thank you for visiting our Streets & Transportation page of our website. Here you will find information regarding our streets, sidewalks, right of ways, as well as several other areas that could affect you as a citizen of Monroe. If you, for any reason, cannot find the information you are looking for here, please feel free to contact us directly by phone at 770-267-6933.
~Jeremiah Still, Director of Streets & Transportation
Information on hangar space, land leases, and tie-down service are also available at bharrison@monroega.gov
Dr. Kenneth Grubbs Terminal Building
510 Richard Parsons Drive, Monroe, GA 30655
The Airport Committee meets every other month on the second Wednesday of that month. The meeting starts at 10:00 am and is held in the second floor conference room located at City Hall at 215 North Broad Street. The terms of membership are set forth in an Ordinance adopted in July of 2017.
The Downtown Development Authority meets once a month on the second Thursday of the month.
The meeting starts at 8:00am and is held in the Municipal Auditorium located inside City Hall at 215 North Broad Street.
For more information about the DDA Board and it's development efforts, visit MonroeDowntown.com.
The Finance Committee meets once a month on the first Tuesday of the month.
The meeting starts at 6:00pm and is held in the Municipal Auditorium located inside City Hall at 215 North Broad Street.
The mission of the Commission is to protect the historical, cultural, and aesthetic heritage of Monroe for the benefit of its citizens; to stimulate revitalization of the business district; to enhance historic attractions as a catalyst for tourism development; and to encourage the use of federal tax incentives for the rehabilitation of historic properties listed on the National Register. A primary activity of the Commission in carrying out these mandates is to review construction activities in nine historic districts and eight individual historic sites.
In 1732 James Oglethorpe, a Member of the English Parliament, proposed that the area south of Charlesfort and north of the Spanish claimed lands of Florida be colonized. Oglethorpe and other English philanthropists secured a royal charter as the Trustees of the Colony of Georgia on June 9, 1732. With the motto, "Not for ourselves, but for others," the Trustees selected colonists for Georgia. On February 12, 1733, the first settlers arrived in the ship "Anne" at what was to become the city of Savannah. Georgia was named in honor of King George II of Great Britain.
The City of Monroe is proud of its local education systems and the outstanding education options for area youth.
The Federal Qualified Opportunity Zone distinction was created by The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act to spur economic growth in low-income communities by allowing investors to defer federal taxes by taking capital gains from other investments and investing in these designated areas. The U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) have now designated more than 8,700 Federal Opportunity Zones in 50 States, the District of Columbia, and five U.S.
The City of Monroe welcomes you. We take great pride in our community and the many services that we offer. Located between the metropolitan areas of Atlanta and Athens, our community has its own strong commitment to excellent education, superior health care, and a diversified and growing economic base. We hope you enjoy your visit.
~John Howard
The City of Monroe is divided into eight election districts. One member of the council is elected from each district. Elections are held every four years. The Mayor is elected by the qualified electors voting in a city-wide election. Council members are elected by a majority of the electors voting in their respective districts.
Your current City Council members are:
City Elections
City (municipal) elections are conducted and held in accordance with Georgia State Law and Article V of the Monroe City Charter and are generally held in odd-numbered years.
The next regularly scheduled election for the City of Monroe will be held on November 8, 2022.
All residents of the City of Monroe who are registered voters have the ability to elect the mayor and city council members, or to vote on special referendums that affect city taxpayers. Please note that simply having a Monroe mailing address does not necessarily entitle you to vote in Monroe municipal elections: Only residents within city limits are eligible. If you are unsure of your status, contact Walton County Board of Elections at 770-267-1337 for verification.
Only residents of the incorporated City of Monroe are eligible to vote for Mayor and Council.
To locate your polling place for county, state or federal elections, you may use the Secretary of State "Poll Locator" feature. You will need name, date of birth and county of residence to access this information. http://mvp.sos.state.ga.us/
The Mayor and Council serve four-year staggered terms. The purpose of this provision is to ensure that at no time is the Council composed of a full panel of freshmen members. There are presently no term limits for these positions. In order to qualify for the position of Mayor or council member, you must meet the following requirements:
The elected officials of the City make decisions based on many various City and State regulations, ordinances, and policies. It is very important to be familiar with all local and state laws regarding holding public office. Below are listed some important resources for those considering running for office as well as elected officials already serving.
In our technology driven, information-saturated world, Monroe realizes people have preferences for how they receive and send information. Among the many media utilized by the City of Monroe are:
The goal of the City of Monroe is to make sure that all citizens are prepared for each season by offering helpful hints and tips for energy conservation. The presentations below will offer hints and other information that will allow you to weatherize your homes for maximum energy efficiency.
Starting in 2016, the City of Monroe will no longer mail out ad valorem property tax bills or take payments at City Hall for current year property taxes. All property owners will receive one consolidated tax bill from the Walton County Tax Commissioner that will include City of Monroe property taxes and any applicable County taxes. Any past-due taxes from 2015 and prior years will still need to be paid at Monroe City Hall.
The Human Resources Division provides staff support services to the city government. They are responsible for providing employment services including record keeping, insurance and benefits administration, payroll services, and other employment related issues. The H.R. division also provides initial training to all city employees concerning city policies and procedures, health and safety issues, and basic orientation.
The Information Technology (IT) division provides technology hardware and software support to all users within the city government and liaisons with other agencies and entities to provide communication and exchange of electronic information, in addition to administrating the city website and other electronic information portals and services for our citizens.
The Purchasing division for the City of Monroe is a function of the Central Services Department. As a division, Purchasing is directly or indirectly responsible for the acquisition of materials, supplies, equipment, and services throughout the City. Purchasing is also responsible for materials management and the movement of goods into, thru, and out of the organization in order to provide services to the citizens of Monroe.
Click on the bid or proposal name below to open the documents for the bid or proposal package. Remember, if you download a copy of the bid or proposal, please email the Purchasing Agent with your company contact information to ensure your inclusion in the automatic distribution of Addenda, Questions and Answers, or other pertinent information. Failure to advise the Purchasing Agent of your download automatically excludes you from issuing a challenge to the process and in some cases may disqualify your bid or proposal submission.
The Office of the City Marshal was the original law enforcement authority in the town of Spring Place, and the newly formed City of Monroe dating back into the 1800's.
Around 1900, the Monroe Police Department replaced the City Marshal as the primary provider of law enforcement services.
Today, the City Marshal is a Georgia certified law enforcement officer who works out of the Code Department handling code and local ordinance enforcement, business license issues, and city facilities security.
In an effort to maintain property aesthetics and increase quality-of-life, the City of Monroe Code Enforcement Office would like to notify everyone that we will begin diligently enforcing the City Ordinances. We will be focusing on safety and improving the overall appearance of the community appearance by working with citizens. This process is attained through the consistent enforcement of building and property maintenance codes.
Code Enforcement procedures have been updated and are as follows:
For more information on flood insurance rate maps and determining if properties are in the flood plains, please visit the link below.
There are a number of financial incentives available within our city such as the qualified Opportunity Zone, Port Tax Credit Bonus, New Quality Jobs Tax Credit, and various Downtown Development Programs. Other local incentives such as utility location/upgrades, permit fees, or other costs generally paid by the business are determined on a case by case basis depending on the number of jobs created, the average wage and gross annual payroll generated, the capital investment that will be made for long-term growth, and the amount of new and recurring taxes that will be generated.
Businesses or the headquarters of any such businesses which meet the eligibility requirements for the job tax credit or the investment tax credit and that have increased their port trac tonnage through Georgia ports during the previous 12-month period by more than 10% over their base year port trac, or by more than 10% over 75 net tons, ve containers or 10 20-foot equivalent units (TEU’s) during the previous 12-month period, qualify for increased job tax credits of $1,250 per job or investment tax credits. NOTE: Base year port trac must be at least 75 net tons, ve containers, or 10 TEU’s.
In the 2009 session of the Georgia General Assembly, the Legislature passed a law amending Georgia’s former Headquarters Tax Credit program. In its place it created the new Quality Jobs Tax Credit – offering higher incentives for higher paying jobs. Jobs must be created on or after January 1, 2009 to be eligible. In order to qualify for any level of the Quality Jobs Tax Credit, a company must create at least 50 eligible new full-time jobs in a 12-month period and ALL JOBS must meet the 110 percent minimum wage requirement. For 2013, the average
The City of Monroe is a pro-business community. Our officials and staff place a high priority on business recruitment and retention. We are proud of the level of personal, expedited service our city offers and the quality of our business environment. If we can be of any assistance in locating or growing your company in our community, please contact us today.
INTERNET SERVICE RATES
A Start-Up Charge of $55.00 must be paid before installation.
The City of Monroe cannot guarantee upload or download speeds or uninterrupted, error-free service. Speed availability, capabilities, and provisioning vary depending on several factors: network and terrain conditions; Internet, website, or network congestion; effect of wi-fi use; number of concurrent users; personal device limitations; and customer location.
The City of Monroe Utilities Department is proud to offer its streaming cable television service to all existing City of Monroe Internet customers. Please note that we ae unable to offer the streaming cable television service to customers who do not have our internet service
Cable Television Rates:Programming Monthly Fees
Basic Channel........................................................................................................................................$69.99
The Monroe Utilities Department provides electric power service to its customers, as well as leased security lighting.
If your power goes out, our 24-hour emergency dispatch number is 770-267-3429. If you see a downed power line within the city limits or other live electrical hazard, call 911 and do not approach the hazard.
METER SIZE
RESIDENTIAL
COMMERCIAL
AGRICULTURAL
AC-250
$12.00
$20.00
$15.00
415
$12.00
$20.00
$15.00
AC-630
$12.00
$20.00
$15.00
AL-800
$12.00
$20.00
$15.00
2M
$20.00
$20.00
$20.00
3M
$30.00
$30.00
$20.00
Currently, the City of Monroe is involved in a GIS mapping program that will be used to locate and record each location of a stormwater system or structure. The GIS records enable workers to locate exactly where a problem has occurred and which structures need maintenance.
The Stormwater infrastructure of the City of Monroe is vital to protecting our citizens' properties and investments from soil erosion.
The Jack's Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant is an activated sludge trickling filter treatment plant that was built in 1992 and then upgraded in the early 2000's per NPDES permit requirement. The plant currently has a 3.4 million gallon per day treatment capacity. The plant serves about 6,700 customers in Monroe by treating wastewater and discharging it back into Jack's Creek. The City of Monroe wastewater collection system consists of over 154 miles of sanitary sewer lines which range in size from 6 to 18 inches in diameter, 1,500 manholes and 8 lift stations.
The City of Monroe Water Treatment Facility is a micro-filtration treatment plant that was built in 2002 and then upgraded in 2012. It was the first plant of it's design in the southeastern United States. The plant currently has a 10.0 million gallon per day treatment capacity. The plant serves about 8,800 customers in Monroe by treating water from the Alcovy River and John T. Briscoe Reservoir. The City of Monroe water distribution system consists of over 241 miles of distribution lines which range in size from 3/4 to 16 inches in diameter and approximately 900 fire hydrants.
The City of Monroe Utilities Department is now offering Voice Over Internet Protocol (VOIP) telephone services to its customers. Please contact us for further information.
Residential RateResidential Phone = $29.95
Residential FCC Fee = $4.48 per line
911 Fee = $1.50 per line
Residential Sales Tax = $2.10 per line
Commercial RateCommercial Phone = $39.95
Commercial FCC Fee = $9.07 per line
911 Fee = $1.50 per line
Commercial Sales Tax = $2.80 per line
Call Georgia 811 by simply dialing "811" at least two business days prior to digging!
Who should call 811?
Everyone who plans to dig! In Georgia, it is the law.
Why should people call 811?The main reason is safety. Having the approximate location of underground utility lines clearly marked before digging reduces the risk of hitting a line, which can lead to serious injury or death, disrupt service to the community and potential fines and repair costs.
The Customer Service Department can assist you as follows:
- Utility Payments
- Establishing new utility service
- Utility service changes or transfers
- Payment extensions
- Budget billing/Average Monthly Payment program
- General service questions
Hours of operation are:
Monroe Fiber offers Business-Class High Speed Internet with download and upload speeds of up to 1 Gbps. We offer fiber based high speed data connectivity to upload or download large files, connect remote offices, utilize cloud services or manage large data transfer. We offer a scalable Internet solution that assists you in growing your business. Monroe Fiber also has the flexibility and creativity to offer unique services utilizing legacy hardware.
The City of Monroe provides public safety through the Monroe Police Department, Emergency Management Systems (EMS), and Monroe Fire (ISO Rating - Class 3).
Interstates: I-20 (11 miles), I-85 (26 miles), I-285 (36 miles), I-75 (45 miles), I-16 (117 miles), I-95 (224 miles)
Highways: U.S. Highway 78, U.S. Highway 29/GA 316 (10 miles), GA Highway 11, GA Highway 83, GA Highway 138
Airports: Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (52 miles) and Cy Nunnally Memorial Airport
Rail: Great Walton Railroad - CSX
You can really have it all living in Monroe! Small town community with access to culture and amenities that you'd expect in larger cities. Throughout the year, city sponsored events bring thousands of people to the historic downtown area to enjoy family, friends, and our unique local businesses. Walton County is also the Antiques Capital of Georgia with over 250,000 square feet of antique markets in Monroe.
The City of Monroe is proud to be home to a variety of industries.
Walmart Distribution Center: (#6055) is located at 655 Unisia Drive in Monroe, Georgia. This 880,000 sq. ft., 24-hour facility is a hub for manufacturing and distribution to stores and consumers. The distribution center is easy to access from HWY 78. Conveniently located on Unsia Drive is a 24-hour Waffle House and Truck Stop.
The City of Monroe will observe the following holiday schedule for 2024 (routes for each holiday also listed):
New Year’s – January 1, 2024
Monday, January 1, 2024 – No Collection
Tuesday, January 2, 2024 – Monday’s Collection Route
Wednesday, January 3, 2024 – Tuesday’s Collection Route
Thursday, January 4, 2024 – Wednesday's Collection Route
Friday, January 5, 2024 – Thursday's Collection Route
Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday - January 15, 2024
Monday, January 15, 2024 - No Collection
Let us know if you have a service problem so that we can work with you to solve it. Our office hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Complaints should be called into the Public Works Department office at 770-267-6933, ask for our Solid Waste Division, or email us at monroepw@monroega.gov.
Household garbage is picked up weekly at the curb from a city provided 95 gallon garbage cart. It is the responsibility of each resident to place such garbage or refuse at curbside no earlier than 5:00 p.m. on the day before collection. After collection the garbage cart must be removed from the street or curb by 5 p.m. of the day following. Household garbage is the only type of waste that should be put in the container. Additional garbage carts can be obtained for an extra charge by calling the Public Works Department at 770-267-6933.
If you are disabled and cannot take your garbage cart to the street/curb, you may come by City Hall and pick up an application to fill out or download the request form below and have signed by your physician for backdoor pickup.
Recycling is collected weekly at the curb the same day your household garbage is picked up. Each resident is provided with one 65 gallon "Blue" recycling cart or one smaller 18 gallon bin, upon request. After collection, the recycling bin must be removed from the street or curb by 5 p.m. on the day following pickup. Please click the request form below.
For "Acceptable" and "Not Acceptable" (except glass) recycled material, please click on the flyer below.
NOTICE: Effective February 14, 2024, the City of Monroe will place a $15 charge for every mattress or box spring picked up from each residence on their utility bill.
Bulk trash is collected once per week at curbside, the same day as household garbage pickup. Items must be separated from yard trimmings and scrap metals. Acceptable items include old furniture, clothing and wood scraps. Liquid paint, oil, dirt, auto parts, and any other type of chemicals are prohibited from curbside collection.
The City will collect the following yard waste items once per week. Items picked up are as follows:
This service is provided Monday through Thursday 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Friday 6:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. The Solid Waste department will provide a 2, 4, 6, or 8 cubic-yard front load container, for business located within the corporate boundaries of the city. You may request any size dumpster and number of days per week for pickup. Once this is done, the department can give you the information on what this service will cost. If you have any further questions call 770-267-6933.
- Large trees and limbs larger than 5 feet in length or 6 inches in diameter.
- Hazardous waste of any kind, batteries, paint, etc.
- Waste of any kind that is generated by a commercial contractor.
- Any yard waste that has been mixed together.
Service Fees:
The City of Monroe will bill you on your monthly utility bill. The charges are as follows:
- Residential customers inside city limits - $26.13 per month
- Residential customers outside city limits - $27.66 per month
- Commercial: Depends on size of dumpster and number of days pickup is scheduled weekly.
Call 770-267-6933 for pricing schedule.
Dumpster Rentals
The Streets & Transportation Department maintains the City's streets, sidewalks, public facilities, traffic controls and signage, and right of ways. The department also operates an efficient fleet service center that provides preventative and corrective maintenance for the entire fleet of the city.
This division is responsible for the installation, operation, and maintenance of all traffic control devices within the city limits of Monroe. It is also responsible for the installation and maintenance of all traffic related signs, road closures, streetlights, and traffic signals.
This division is responsible for the grounds and perimeter maintenance of city-owned cemeteries. Currently, all grounds maintenance is contracted out by the City of Monroe, with contractors cutting the grass on a bi-weekly basis and trimming bushes as needed in areas. It is also responsible for coordination with funeral directors and grave space location. Sales and record keeping of plots are coordinated by the clerks at City Hall. Please contact us at 770-267-7536 for more information.
Chief Robert (RV) Watts is a graduate of Cross Keys High School in Atlanta, Georgia. Upon graduation, he served four years in the United States Marine Corps earning the rank of Sergeant. He served with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit serving operations in Somalia, Cuba, and Japan. Upon leaving the military he began his 22-year career in law enforcement. RV began his career at Monroe Police Department in October of 2002.
Captain Matt McClung - Uniform Patrol Division Commander
Captain John Pilgrim - Criminal Investigation Division Commander
Captain Tracy Hanson - Administrative Services Division Commander
Monroe was incorporated as a city in 1821, shortly after the formation of Walton County in 1818.
There is little information about those early days; it is assumed that the county Sheriff would have handled any law enforcement needs back in those days.
The administrative section of the police department is the main point of public contact for information and clerical services. The admin section is currently staffed by two civilian employees and is open for business from 8am until 4:30pm, Monday thru Friday. We are located at 116 South Broad Street through the Police Department entrance.
Listed below are fees for various services provided by the admin section. Payment must be made by check or money order only; cash will not be accepted at the police window.
The Uniform Patrol Division is the most visible portion of the Monroe Police Department. Uniformed officers operating marked police vehicles provide 24-hour patrol services and response to calls for assistance.
The Patrol Division operates on 12-hour shifts, with a Sergeant or Lieutenant in charge of each shift, and several officers working with them.
The Criminal Investigation Division of the Monroe Police Department is responsible for followup investigation of calls and incidents which fall outside the scope of the Uniform Patrol Division.
Offenses are separated as crimes against persons and crimes against property, then resources are allocated by severity of the criminal act (felony or misdemeanor), and futher catagorized by presence or absence of witnesses or physical evidence used to complete an investigation of the incident.
PLEASE NOTE: With a limited staff, it is best if you call in advance should you have any in-person business on days we do not have court. By doing so, we can ensure someone will be present to assist you.
OFFICE CLOSINGS:
In addition to City recognized holidays, the court office will also be closed on the following days: May 14th, June 14th-18th, July 19th, September 6th and 23rd-25th, October 3rd, November 5th-8th.
In memory of
Lieutenant Michael E. Etchison Sr.
Octotober 11, 1977
"Those who give so much should never be forgotten"
The Michael Etchison Story, a locally produced documentary about the life and service of Lt. Etchison, can be viewed online at the following link -> CityofMonroeGA on YouTube
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF MONROE, GEORGIA
FOR THE
PURPOSE OF NAMING AN OPEN RECORDS OFFICER, AN ALTERNATE
OPEN RECORDS OFFICER AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES
The following policy specifically addresses information and links created on the City website:
Thank you for choosing Monroe for your business!
Our city staff is available to assist you in the process of opening your business.
If you are still in the planning phase for your new business, you can access free online small business development training HERE through SmallBizU.
For assistance and general information call:
(770) 207-4674
Operators must establish procedures to implement and maintain a corrosion control program for their piping system. These procedures should include design, installation, operation, and maintenance activities on a cathodic protection system. A person qualified in pipeline corrosion control methods must carry out these procedures.
This chapter contains a simplified description of the pipeline safety requirements. The complete text can be found in 49 CFR Part 192.
Task # Testing
0551 Explosive Atmosphere Detection and Alarm System Performance Test, and Corrective Maintenance
0561 Pressure Test - Non-Liquid Medium - Test Pressure Less Than 100 psi
0571 Pressure Test - Non-Liquid Medium - Test Pressure Greater Than or Equal to 100 psi
0581 Pressure Test - Liquid Medium
0591 - Leak Test at Operating Pressure
0601 - Radiographic Testing
0611 - Liquid Penetrant Testing
0621 - Magnetic Particle Testing
0631 - Ultrasonic Testing
F-1 Join Plastic Pipe with Fusion (regulated by 49 CFR 192.460 ) Re-qualification is required annually
Planning for the installation of gas piping involves many considerations, such as personnel, material, equipment, money, time, etc. One of the most important considerations is the plan for excavating activities.
When making contact with customers, company personnel, in the field or office, must exemplify professional and courteous behavior that generates confidence in the company.
- Identify basic customer service guidelines
- Identify effective customer service communication methods
Georgia Utility Training Academy
GAS REGISTRATION
Please fill out the from below to register. Classes will begin at 8:30 A.M
Task # Tapping and Stopping
1081 Tapping a Pipeline (Tap Diameter 2 Inches and Less)
1091 Tapping a Pipeline (Tap Diameter Greater Than 2 Inches)
1101 Tapping a Pipeline with a Built-In Cutter
1111 Tapping Cast and Ductile Iron Pipe, and Low Pressure Steel Pipe
1121 Bagging and Stopping Low pressure pipe
1131 Stopper (Stopple) Pipe
1141 Squeeze Off Plastic Pipe
1151 Squeeze Off Steel Pipe
Task # Meter Sets
1161 Installation of Customer Meters and Regulators - Residential and Commercial
1171 Installing Customer Meters - Large Commercial and Industrial
1181 Installing and Maintaining Customer Pressure Regulating, Limiting, and Relief Device - Large Commercial and Industrial
1191 Maintenance of Service Valves Upstream of Customer Meter
1201 Temporary Isolation of Service Lines and Service Discontinuance
Task # Odorization
1211 Odorization - Periodic Sampling
1221 Odorization - Odorizer Inspection, Testing, Preventive and Corrective Maintenance
Georgia Utility Training Academy
GAS REGISTRATION
Please fill out the from below to register. Classes will begin at 8:30 A.M
Task # Leak Investigation
1231 Inside Gas Leak Investigation
1241 Outside Gas leak Investigation
1251 Hazardous Liquid Leak Investigation
1261 Walking Gas Leakage Survey
1271 Mobile Gas Leakage Survey - Flame Ionization
1281 Mobile Gas Leakage Survey - Optical Methane
Georgia Utility Training Academy
GAS REGISTRATION
Please fill out the from below to register. Classes will begin at 8:30 A.M
Task # Locating and Damage Prevention
1291 Locate Underground Pipelines
1301 Install and Maintain Pipeline Markers
1311 Inspect Pipeline Surface Conditions - Patrol Right of Way or Easement
1321 Damage Prevention During Excavation Activities By or On Behalf of the Operator
1331 Damage Prevention Inspection During Third Party Excavation or Encroachment Activities as Determined Necessary by Operator
1341 Provide or Assure Adequate Pipeline Support During Operator Initiated Excavation Activities
Task # Gas Pipeline Operations
1371 Operate Gas Pipeline - System Control Center Operations
1381 Operate Gas Pipeline - Local Facility Remote-Control Operations
Georgia Utility Training Academy
GAS REGISTRATION
Please fill out the from below to register. Classes will begin at 8:30 A.M
It is essential for gas system operating personnel to know and understand the basic installation methods for mains and transmission pipelines.
One of the best means of avoiding an emergency situation when recognizing and reacting to abnormal operating conditions is to be able to recognize, respond and control potential hazards.
It is essential that customer gas service lines be properly installed to ensure safe and efficient service to the customer.
Task # Install Customer Gas Service Lines0861 Installation of steel pipe in a ditch
0901 Installation of plastic in a ditch
0941 Install tracer wire
0981 Backfilling
Georgia Utility Training Academy
GAS REGISTRATION
Please fill out the from below to register. Classes will begin at 8:30 A.M
It is essential that establishing procedures and processes be followed to protect excavation and private citizens from injury and to guard the integrity of buried pipelines and other underground facilities.
The procedures and operations done by you as a worker in the natural gas industry are more safely performed with a knowledge of the physical, chemical, and combustion properties of fuel gases.
Objectives:- Identify the physical and chemical properties of fuel gases
- Identify the combustion properties of natural gas
Georgia Utility Training Academy
GAS REGISTRATION
Please fill out the from below to register. Classes will begin at 8:30 A.M
All persons involved in activities related to the distribution and services of natural gas are accepting a role that is critical to its safe and efficient use. Therefore, it is important that you acquire a basic knowledge of the properties of natural gas and acceptable work practices when responding to a customer-reported smell of gas.
When making contact with customers, company personnel in the field or in the office must exemplify professional and courteous behavior that generates confidence in the company.
- Identify basic customer service guidelines
- Identify effective customer service communication methods
Georgia Utility Training Academy
GAS REGISTRATION
Please fill out the from below to register. Classes will begin at 8:30 A.M
The pipeline coating is the most integral part of a cathodic protective system. Without the proper use of pipeline coatings, a cost effective corrosion control program cannot be maintained. In this class you will learn how to inspect and repair pipeline coatings.
- Inspect coatings and coating application on steel pipe
- Apply or repair pipeline coating
Georgia Utility Training Academy
GAS REGISTRATION
Please fill out the from below to register. Classes will begin at 8:30 A.M
Natural gas facilities use effective and practical methods to evaluate and monitor cathodically protected pipelines. These methods may vary depending on the type and location of facilities. It is essential for natural gas employees to understand the basic concepts of monitoring these protected pipelines.
Objective: Install test leads to monitor and control external corrosion
Georgia Utility Training Academy
GAS REGISTRATION
Please fill out the from below to register. Classes will begin at 8:30 A.M
Detecting the presence of natural gas is an important operation performed by workers in the natural gas industry.
- Identify factors basic to patrol and leakage surveys on gas pipeline facilities
- Perform patrol and leakage surveys of gas distribution systems
- Perform patrol and leakage surveys of gas transmission piping facilities
Georgia Utility Training Academy
GAS REGISTRATION
Please fill out the from below to register. Classes will begin at 8:30 A.M
An important consideration when working around gas facilities is the possibility of accidental ignition and the extinguishing of gas fires that might be ignited. To complete this module you will be required to demonstrate knowledge of the task, preventing accidental ignition.recognize and react to abnormal operating conditions.
$125.00 6 hrs
Georgia Utility Training Academy
GAS REGISTRATION
Please fill out the from below to register. Classes will begin at 8:30 A.M
(Class starts at 8:00 A.M.)
Soil excavation is require to build and maintain pipelines for transporting natural gas and other structures. In the process of excavation the soil may become unstable creating conditions that may result in cave-ins.
$125.00
(Class starts at 8:00 A.M.)
As a first responder to the site of the reported gas odor, your responsibility is to make the premises safe until a trained service person can respond.
$125.00 (6 Hours)
- Check for the presence of a gas-in-air mixture inside and outside buildings
- Check the free air for the presence of carbon monoxide (CO)
- Perform as a first responder to an emergency involving natural gas
(Class starts at 8:00 A.M.)
If your company has been assessed a civil penalty for a violation of the Georgia Utility Facility Protection Act with the offer to attend a Commission approved training class in lieu of paying a penalty, you may choose to have your employees attend damage prevention classes presented in English, Spanish or both.
Public Service Commission Approved Training Classes - GUFPA Training Subjects Covered:Georgia Dig Law Changes
Georgia Dig Law and PSC Rules
(Class starts at 8:00 A.M.)
The primary hazard from trenching and excavation is employee injury from collapse. Soil Analysis is important in order to determine appropriate sloping, benching, and shoring. Additional hazards include working with heavy machinery; manual handling of materials; working in proximity to traffic; electrical hazards from overhead and underground power lines; and underground utilities like natural gas.
$125.00 7hrs
(Class starts at 8:00 A.M.)
Because of the potential health hazzards resulting from the mishandling of chemicals and other hazardous materials, persons in the workplace should be aware of the proper methods of handling, labeling, storing, transporting, and disposing of toxic chemicals and hazardous materials. After completeing this module you will be able to demonstrate knowledge of the task, communicateing and reacting to potential hazards in the workplace.
Payment must be made 15 days in advance of the class date. Less than 15 days you must call to check for seat availability.
After registering for your class, please make all checks and PO# out to the Georgia Utility Training Academy, GA HWY 83 Monroe GA. 30655
Please reference your name, class and date of the class with your payment. A confirmation email will be sent when payment is received unless other arrangements have been made.
If your organization is a member of GUTA OQ Compliance and Training Services, please select that option on the registration form.
Haven Inn & Suites
1222 W. Spring St.
Monroe, GA 30655
www.havenhotels.com
(P) 770-207-1977 (F) 770-207-5319 (T) 877-755-0588
Kent Hobart (Vice President Operations Southern Gas Association) - We’ve been very fortunate to have Tommy Arnold of the Georgia Utility Training Academy teach a Leak Investigation and Grading class for us the last two years as part of our SGA Spring Gas Conference. We gather feedback from class participants after the training and feel strongly the most important question we ask is “Would you recommend this class to a coworker?” The average score from GUTA’s 2016 class was 9.93 on a 10 point scale. The highest of the over 30 workshops we offered during the conference.
Platinum - $5,000.00
We respect your privacy. We do not market, rent, or sell our email list to any outside parties.
When submitting forms or information over the internet, there is always the risk that the information provided can be viewed by someone else. The City of Monroe takes all normal precautions to protect its data, and we only ask for the minimal information necessary to process your request. However, you are submitting this data with the understanding that we cannot guarantee this information will not be intercepted.
Join us on February 10th from 11:00am-1:00 pm for a reception as we HONOR THE LIFE AND SACRIFICE OF MICHAEL ETCHISON SR. through a new exhibit at the Monroe Museum in honor of Black History Month. This exhibit will be on display from February 10th through May 10th but the reception will be a one-day event.
Thank you to The City of Monroe Police Department and Liberty First bank for sponsoring this event.
The Monroe Farmers Market and the Walton County Health Care Foundation have teamed up to celebrate Walton County Senior Citizens! Every last Saturday of every month starting May 27 through October will be Senior Day at the Market. The first 40 Walton County Senior Citizens age 65 and up will get $5 in Senior Bucks to spend at the market. The Senior Bucks may be used to buy fresh produce and more! The Monroe Farmers Market and Walton Wellness are proud to celebrate our Senior Citizens and encourage everyone to eat well.
Renters Resources
Landlord Tenant Handbook (2021)
Monroe's Housing Market
There are several resources available for the citizens of Monroe to assist with home repairs and homeownership:
The City of Monroe Transfer Station is open to the general public from 5am until 4pm, Monday through Friday. Credit/Debit card payments accepted. Please note that there is a 5% service fee charged by a third party company, Government Window LLC, to cover the cost of this secure and convenient payment service. Please see our Standard Rules of Operation below.
Please note we no longer accept box springs or mattresses.
Pursuant to the provisions of the Georgia Open Records Act, the Monroe City Council has designated the City Administrator as the Open Records Officer of the City of Monroe. The City Clerk is designated as the Alternate Open Records Officer.
All requests for information under the Act are to be made in writing to the attention of the Open Records Officer, or in their absence, the Alternate Open Records Officer.
The Buildings and Grounds division is responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of City owned properties and facilities. This includes Childers Park, Pilot Park, Art Guild, old City Hall, Uncle Remus Library, Community Building, On Stage Playhouse, City Hall, Airport, Utility and Public Works facilities, and various other City owned facilities and locations around Monroe. This process is achieved by the combined services of internal and contract labor.
Pay your Utility bill, Business License fees, and Permit fees in a few easy steps.
Enter your account information and submit to view your balance and payment instructions.
Important Notice:
If your utility service has been disconnected or is scheduled to be disconnected today, please contact us for latest balance information before making an online payment.
Welcome to JusticeONE!
Please allow at least 7 to 21 business days from the date you received the citation for it to be available to be paid online.
We hope you enjoy our southern hospitality, strolling the tree-lined streets, chatting with business owners and residents, and discovering all that downtown has to offer - historic sites, antiques, restaurants, and specialty shops. Walk through the downtown area and you'll find friendly business owners, that "small town feel," and a variety of stores and dining options in the historic district. Monroe is a part of the Georgia Main Street Program.
Downtown plays host to several community events throughout the year... check out our annual and upcoming events.
We hope you enjoy our southern hospitality, strolling the tree-lined streets, chatting with business owners and residents, and discovering all that downtown has to offer - historic sites, antiques, restaurants, and specialty shops. Walk through the downtown area and you'll find friendly business owners, that "small town feel," and a variety of stores and dining options in the historic district.
We invite you to explore Monroe's many thriving businesses. Use the directory below to see all that is in downtown.
We have many resources available for starting or growing your business downtown. Our office is pleased to serve you in any way that will help the downtown economic environment continue to thrive. Please call or email if you have any questions, 770-266-5331. Another great resource for business development is the UGA’s Small Business Development Center, which serves businesses in our city.
The City of Monroe Public Works Department has recycled old fire hydrants that are no longer being used into art for the park. Artist volunteers from the community have helped us paint the hydrants. They are placed in the wooded area around the dog park.
Below are multiple documents that provide both information and details of certain areas, and any required forms by the Streets and Transportation department. Should you have an additional request or need help filling out a form please call (770) 266-6933.
The Marketing division provides different avenues and materials to communicate the activities and correspondence of the City of Monroe with the community and citizens. The current role is embedded within different departments that include Economic Development, Human Resources, and Central Services. The Marketing division includes the issuance of newsletters, social media updates, website updates, and participates in other citywide events.
This page is dedicated to the plans and specifications of ongoing projects currently in progress, or approved for construction with estimated timelines and schedules for the City of Monroe. This page will undergo constant changes as projects update and move through stages of progression towards completion. We hope this provides a level of detail and transparency for our citizens so that everyone is informed of the projects in progress to improve our wonderful City. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact the City of Monroe.
Welcome to the Planning and Development department of the City of Monroe. It is our desire to provide and assist you with the necessary information for your proposed development. Our Mission is to assist the City Council in planning orderly growth and development; insuring that the Future Land Use plan, development guidelines and regulations are followed in the establishment of subdivisions, commercial developments and zoning areas. Our staff provides daily services available to the public such as Code Enforcement and Economic Development.
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
JOB POSTING
FIREFIGHTER RECRUIT
Posted: 1/16/2019
End Date: 2/6/2019
The City of Monroe is accepting applications for the posting of Recruit Firefighter.
NO PRIOR EXPERIENCE OR CERTIFICATION IS REQUIRED.
All newly hired Firefighter
Recruits will attend a 6 month recruit training program as set forth by the Georgia
Firefighters Standards and Training Council.
This Valentine's Day extend the LOVE
by extending an arm!
City of Monroe
Blood Drive
Friday, February 15, 2019
10 am- 3pm
Monroe Community Center, 602 E Church Street
To drive economic development, support the National Historic Trust's principles of historic preservation,
and collaborate with public and private organizations to engage our entire community.
Our vision is to become a nationally recognized downtown by creating memorable experiences, celebrating local entrepreneurship, and preserving our historic small town charm.
The Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is facilitated by a Board of Directors who act as catalysts for economic development in downtown Monroe. The Mayor and City Council appoint Board members. The Downtown Development Authority Board members serve in a leadership role on new improvement projects and programs within the DDA boundaries, and they raise money from the community for downtown events and revitalization efforts.
The Downtown Development Authority is working to make these plans a reality in our city. Take a look at the potential developments ahead for Monroe:
Presenting our 2025 Downtown Monroe Sponsorship Opportunities!
We invite local businesses to partner with us in sponsoring initiatives that will drive economic development in Downtown Monroe, helping to create a vibrant community for all.
Click HERE to review our 2025 opportunities | Click HERE for a downloadable guide
Candlelight Shopping is a time for shoppers to come and fill their Holiday lists by supporting our local downtown merchants and enjoying later store hours, live music, and appearances by Santa Clause. You’ll find yourself ready for the Holiday season and taking care of seasonal shopping while spending time with us on Thursday evenings.
Fall Fest is the official kick-off for the Fall Season in Downtown Monroe. Families can come and enjoy a day full of activities, costume contest, games and rides for children. Others can walk around and enjoy the change of weather, visit our local downtown shops, dine in our restaurants, and enjoy live music
The Monroe Market is an initiative to encourage citizens to buy fresh, locally grown produce and goods. The market is operated and comprised by its membership of farmers, growers, and artisan vendors.
Our e-newsletters are sent twice a month to keep you connected to activities in Downtown Monroe.
Get the most out of your visit to Monroe by making the Monroe Visitors Center your first stop for brochures, maps, expert local advice! It is located at 227 S. Broad Street.
Take a guided walk through Monroe's history. You'll learn about the places and people of Monroe's past while enjoying the historic atmosphere and great downtown area in Monroe. With 27 different stops around town, the historic walking tour will give you an interesting look into local history.
Childers Park is a 17-acre passive park in the heart of the City of Monroe, two blocks from the Walton County historic courthouse. In 2009, Friends of Walton County, a private non-profit organization, in partnership with the City of Monroe, began working to turn the property from an overgrown kudzu hill into a functioning park with almost a mile of walking trails, a dog park, and natural play elements for children. Every holiday season the park is filled with light displays for the community to enjoy.
Project Road Share is a cycling project started here in Walton County that aims to promote safe cycling in our region as a way to live an active and healthy lifestyle. Project Road Share Trail Heads act as a type of trail system that interconnects covering the safe riding areas in our county. The Monroe route, which is one of three trailheads, connects to the cycling routes in Good Hope and Social Circle.
Shortly after Walton County was created in Dec. 1818, court was held in a cow barn. Other buildings served as seat of government until the county's first courthouse was completed in 1823. That building served until 1845, when another courthouse was built. Walton County's third courthouse was completed in 1884. The original clock tower and dome were destroyed by a tornado in 1885. The courthouse roof remained flat until the current tower was added in 1907. The building underwent major restorations in 1933, 1969, and 1996.
The Monroe Walton Center for the Arts was founded in 1993 as the Monroe Art Guild. A group of local artists discovered each other as a result of a severe weather downburst which did significant damage to downtown Monroe. The community came together to make restorations through various fundraising events and activities. A benefit art show was among these efforts organized to help raise funds to repair the damage to downtown. Held at the McDaniel-Tichenor House, it provided the seed for the group of artists to come together and form a guild.
Born in Monroe in 1836, Henry Dickerson-McDaniel was the son of Ira McDaniel, one of the first professors of Mercer University, and an important businessman in his own right. McDaniel Street in Atlanta is named for Ira. Graduating from the head of his class at Mercer, and admitted to the bar soon afterwards, Henry must have envisioned a peaceful life as a small-town lawyer, but this wasn't to be. Despite his trepidation regarding the wisdom of breaking from the North, Henry McDaniel attended the state's secession convention as its youngest delegate.
As part of the Azalea Regional Library System, the Monroe-Walton County Library is able to offer patrons with a valid PINES library card free access to:
The Davis-Edwards House is one of the oldest structures in Walton County. The house was named to reflect the fact that two families - one following the other - lived in the house for almost 125 years.
Monroe is an ideal location for your next special event! Take a look through Occasions: Monroe to see why. With numerous event venues, charming historic buildings, and top notch vendors, we have all you need to make lasting memories.
The City of Monroe Mayor and Council
will hold a
Council Industrial Development Session
at
City Hall
Council Chambers
215 N. Broad Street
Monroe, GA
Tuesday, February 5, 2019
5:00 p.m.
Facilitated by Shane Short, Executive Director of the Development Authority of Walton County
Unfortunately, the spring Food Truck Friday event has been cancelled in response to COVID-19. Please join us in July for the next Food Truck Friday and Movies at the Mill event.
Come join us in the Antiques Capital of Georgia for a spring weekend of shopping deals and thrills! Visit one of our many Monroe antique markets for a one-of-a-kind find:
Monroe will welcome DockDogs® again this April! If your dog loves to run, jump and swim then DockDogs is definitely the right place for you.
Tickets go on sale Monday, October 10th at 10:00 am. Please visit back here at that time.
Join us as we kick off the 2019 season with On the Border - The Ultimate Eagles Tribute from Charlotte, NC. What sets the On The Border apart from the other Eagle Tribute's, is that each member plays their respective character of the Eagles performing & singing their parts. Their passion, showmanship and precise attention to replicating the details of The Eagles Music, has earned them critical acclaim, name recognition and a very loyal following.
Join us for a special day celebrating the wonder of children's books with The Story Shop and Downtown Monroe! Children's Book Day is a celebration of stories, imagination and the community that blooms out of both! Stay tuned for a list of some fun activities for the day.
Monroe Visitors Center and Museum: free children's book day sticker
Monroe Farmers Market: 9:00-1:00 Scavenger hunt to find books in the market to win a tattoo and sticker.
The Monroe Market is an initiative to encourage citizens to buy fresh, locally grown produce and goods. The market is operated and comprised by its membership of farmers, growers, and artisan vendors.
PUBLIC NOTICE
The City of Monroe will hold a Special Called Planning & Code Committee Meeting
on Wednesday, February 20, 2019, at 6:00 p.m.
at the City of Monroe City Hall, 215 North Broad Street, Monroe, GA.
Our downtown dog park is located on the South side of Childers Park in a shaded, wooded area. The park features play elements for pups and bench seating for their people. There are also some unique fire hydrant art installations around the dog park. Come socialize with the canine crowd!
A wonderful variety of public art can be found throughout downtown. There are a number of alleyway murals, a sculpture garden next to the Monroe Walton Center for the Arts, a musical instrument alley installation, painted hydrant art, seasonal painted windows, and even a few painted dumpsters. See what all you can find and help us create even more creative surprises!
The downtown hammock park is located next to the Monroe Visitors Center and Museum at 227 S. Broad Street. The park was made possible by a generous contribution from the Monroe Rotary Club. Also in this area is the Project Road Share trailhead for local cycling routes.
Click here to learn more about other City Parks.
Welcome to Monroe, the Antiques Capital of Georgia! With over 1,200 booths and 250,000 square feet of antiques, vintage, and repurposed items, Monroe-Walton County has the largest concentration of antiques stores of any other county in Georgia. We are also home of the largest antique mall in the southeast! Visit the Antiques Capital of Georgia to learn more.
Join us for an amazing night of music as we welcome Chris, Jon Scott and Purple Madness to Monroe!
The Governor's Committee presents a Wine & Beer Tasting on Thursday, April 11th, from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm at the historic McDaniel-Tichenor House located at 319 McDaniel Street. There will be multiple wine and beer tasting stations, a dual entree buffet dinner, DJ, door prizes, and raffle tickets. Reserved tables are available with the purchase of 8 tickets. Tickets are $50 per person.
DEPARTURE Journey Tribute Band will be coming to Monroe on Friday, August 2nd. VIP tables are SOLD OUT. In their 11th year together, DEPARTURE is the most respected Journey tribute band in the nation. DEPARTURE replicates the look, sound and feel of the original 80’s rock super group, Journey. All five DEPARTURE band members are from the original line-up and have been together from the very beginning. These veteran musicians love what they do and have developed amazing on-stage chemistry.
Snellville Heating, Air & Plumbing presents The Wildflowers (Tom Petty Tribute) with Brandon Whitley as the opening act on August 4th.
We'll be on the lawn of the historic court house (111 South Broad Street) while our town green is under construction.
Visit our food court for dinner and drinks or come early and dine downtown! No outside alcohol. Alcohol may be purchased onsite or in a downtown restaurant using our Monroe branded to-go cup.
Tables (seats 8) are available for purchase for $150. Link below.
Extra Special People
Big Jump Fundraiser
May 18th 2019 10:00am – 6:00pm
Monroe-Walton County Airport
hosted by Skydive Monroe
Big Jump is a fundraiser event for the ESP summer camp program.
To sign up to jump, sponsor a jumper, or volunteer for this great cause, visit (HERE) for details.
The City of Monroe will be participating in the "Great American Cleanup" for the month of April. A Citywide clean-up day is planned for Saturday, April, 23rd. Volunteers will meet at City Hall at 9:00 am to disburse all over the city for trash pick-up. Please join us!
During the week of April 18-22, any resident living within the city limits of Monroe (excluding businesses) may bring trash, garbage, scrap metal, and/or tires (limit 10) to the City of Monroe Transfer Station at 213 Cherry Hill Road...FREE of charge!!!
Join us the first Thursday of each month for extended business hours (5:00-8:00 pm) from your favorite downtown business. Visit the Monroe Walton Center for the Arts to view the local show or to pick up a unique gift in their artist market and enjoy live music from local musicians as you stroll the streets of downtown. Come early to shop and stay late to dine. Get a free Alive After 5 Tote (while supplies last) just for shopping with us!
The City of Monroe will be accepting Statements of Qualification to contract the services of an Airport Consulting and Engineering Company for assistance in upcoming projects and plans at the Monroe-Walton County Airport. All submittals should follow instructions as detailed in the RFQ specifications and be complete in scope as requested by the City of Monroe. These Statements of Qualification are to be submitted no later than June 13, 2019 at 2:00 pm (EST).
Spring into life with the gift of blood donation on May 31st. To show our appreciation, each donor will receive a $5 Amazon.com gift certificate via email and a coupon for a free scoop of ice cream courtesy of Scoops Monroe! Please visit www.redcrossblood.org and enter sponsor code: cityofmonroe to schedule an appointment. You may also call 1-800-RED-CROSS. Walkins are welcome, but registration is encouraged.
Join us for the 5th annual Monroe Blooms Flower Festival to be held on June 15th this year! Beautiful floral displays will be on display throughout downtown, storefronts will show off decorations, and our streets will be lined with artisan vendors, flower and plant sales, planting workshops, demonstrations and more. Registration for the event is currently OPEN, please click HERE and follow the instructions for various areas of registration.
Join us as we wrap up our Bicentennial Celebration. Come early or stay late and enjoy all that Downtown Monroe has to offer! Our farmers market will be open on Court Street from 8:30 am-12:30 pm with free cow train rides & a slide for the kids to enjoy!
Food Trucks and fun are back April 22nd at the Monroe Cotton Mills! Enjoy lunch from 11:00 am - 2:00 pm then return for dinner beginning at 6:30 pm. Night time fun includes live music, beer and wine sales for the adults, and activities for the kids. Live Music begins at 6:30 with Revenge of the 80's followed by Elton Live- Tribute to Elton John from 8:15-10:15.
Get ready for one of the biggest & best events of the Summer! Movies at the 2022 is coming your way on Friday, July 29th @ 6:30pm.
Grab your family, friends, or just come yourself! The evening will feature food trucks, a Family Fun Zone full of bouncies for the kids, beer & wine sales for the adults, and a FREE movie~ Encanto!
There's no cost to attend, you just purchase the food & drinks you want from some of the best food trucks in Georgia. It will be a night to remember! Food Trucks will also be available at lunch from 11:00-2:00.
Use is permitted, enough parking available, no building improvements needed.
Step 1: Apply for Occupational Tax Certificate (Business License)
Use is permitted, enough parking available, some building improvements needed.
Step 1: Apply for necessary construction permits through Code Department
- Submit permits with fees to Code Office
Step 2: Verify if exterior improvements/signage requires a Certificate of Appropriateness (for properties in Corridor Overlay or Historic Districts)
Use requires changes of zoning, may or may not have enough parking, may or may not require building improvements.
Step 1: Apply for zoning change
The Historical Society of Walton County cordially invites you to attend a Historic Rest Haven Cemetery Tour on Sunday, October 24th at 3:00 pm. This tour will be conducted by Mr. Al Stephens, Trustee of the Society. Al is experienced as a docent at the Historic Oakland Cemetery in Atlanta, Georgia and you will enjoy the walk with Al in History with some of our Walton County Founders. Please wear comfortable shoes and clothes. Water will be provided.
Join us for a July 4th Fireworks spectacular at the Athens Tech Monroe Stadium. There will be no official program or vendors but the football stadium and field will be open for viewing. The fireworks show will begin at dark (approximately 9:00 pm). Parking is available at the Monroe Police Department (140 Blaine Street), along Edwards Street around the field, and the Athens Tech campus parking.
Mayor & Council will have a meeting to discuss the 2019 Millage Rate & Tax Digest, Tuesday, July 16th 6:00 pm in the Council Chambers of City Hall.
Join us for our Pizza with a Purpose blood drive on August 16th from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Community Center. As a thank you, Your Pie Monroe will give all donors a coupon for a free pizza! Please visit www.redcrossblood.org and enter sponsor code: cityofmonroe to schedule an appointment. You may also call 1-800-RED-CROSS. Walkins are welcome, but registration is encouraged.
Monroe Community Center
602 E Church Street
Monroe, GA 30655
Come out and network with your Monroe Police Officers on Tuesday August 6, 2019 in Pilot Park (515 Church Street) for National Night Out. This program is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie. Furthermore, it provides a great opportunity to bring police and neighbors together under positive circumstances.
FREE Hotdogs and drinks will be provided by Walton EMC. Also, there will be lots of games to play along with awesome music entertainment.
The City of Monroe will be accepting Bids to contract services for the installation and relocation of electrical distribution lines. All submittals should follow instructions as detailed in the Invitation to Bid and be complete in scope as requested by the City of Monroe. Bids are to be submitted no later than September 16, 2019 at 3:00 pm (EST).
The Monroe Tree Board is a volunteer board, that meets quarterly, and is appointed by City Council.
Current staff members include:
Chris Bailey, Assistant City Administrator
Brad Callender, City Planner
Dennis Cooper, City Arborist, Electric Lineman
Appointed volunteers include:
Hunter Blair
Camille Garrison
Lynn Laird
Susan Sykes
Join us at our annual blowout parade & pep rally Thursday, August 22nd at 6:00 pm in Downtown Monroe! We'll get fired up for football season with our cheerleaders and bands and get to meet our local football players. Parade begins at 6:00 on Broad Street, followed by the pep rally on Court Street.
We are so excited for our 2024 Fall Fest on October 12th! Kick off your morning with a 5K run through our beautiful neighborhoods - REGISTER HERE - then head downtown to enjoy the over 250 artisan vendors, restaurants, children's activities, costume contests and more. Our unique retail stores will be open with the latest fall trends and gifts.
After a reading of a Resolution, the City Council of Monroe voted on Tuesday, August 13, 2019, to change the name of the Monroe-Walton County Airport to the Cy Nunnally Memorial Airport. This name change was made to honor the late Jason Cyrus ‘Cy’ Nunnally who passed away on Tuesday, July 9, 2019, after a single-engine plane crash.
The Resolution as passed unanimously by the Monroe City Council for submission to the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reads as follows:
Join us for a walk through the 5th annual Christmas lights display in Childers Park in Downtown Monroe featuring the Twelve Days of Christmas! We encourage kids to decorate their favorite bike, stroller, wagon, or any other favorite set of wheels to parade through the Christmas lights. The parade will begin at 6 pm in the parking lot behind the Monroe Library. The lights will be on until 9:00 pm nightly through December 31st. This event is free of charge and open to kids of all ages.
Join us for the first night of lights in Downtown! Walk the beautiful tree-lit streets of Downtown, enjoy live music, roasted marshmallows on our giant fire pit, shop your favorite stores, and dine in any of our amazing restaurants. There is nothing more beautiful than Downtown during the Holidays so come out to soak up every minute and start checking off your Christmas shopping list.
Food Truck Friday is back! Join us on the lawn of Monroe Cotton Mills for lunch on July 29th from 11:00-2:00pm with some of the best food trucks in the area. A percentage of the sales will benefit NG3. This event is hosted by Monroe Cotton Mills and Presented by Keep Smiling Plumbing.
Food Truck Dinner/ Movies at the Mill will begin at 6:30 pm. Click here for details.
It's the most wonderful time of the year! Don't miss our 71st annual Christmas Parade, presented by Southern Elite Contracting and Britt's Home Furnishings. Join us on Thursday, December 5th at 6:30 pm and this year's theme is: A Children's Christmas Toy Parade.
There's no better day to begin your Christmas shopping than on Shop Small Saturday, November 25th. Start the day at a local restaurant and then head out to all of your favorite stores where you'll find helpful business owners, unique gifts and great deals. Stop by the Visitors Center (227 S. Broad Street ) or the Art Center (205 S.
Come join the fun while fundraising for Georgia 2-Day Walk for beast cancer. Race day registration is available with t-shirts while supply lasts. Race begins at 7:30 am starting at the Monroe City Hall located at 215 N. Broad Street. Awards will be given to Overall M/F, Masters M/F, Grand Master M/F and 3 deep finishers in each age group.
Join us for the first Fall Concert on the Green presented by Contractors Co-Op. Fun for the whole family from local craft vendors and contractor booths to rides and a petting zoo! Starting at 3:00 the amazing Chris, John, & Scott Band will have you jamming to all the hits, then we will have a special performance by the awesome Noah Teal, finally, we finish up the evening with smooth sounds Mojo Avenue to close your night out. Three food trucks onsite: Meatballerz, South of Philly, and The Queso Truck. No food, drinks, or coolers are allowed i
Join Monroe Fire Department for the 2nd annual Fire Safety Blowout, Saturday, October 26th from 12:00-4:00 pm. Fun for the whole family this event includes crafts and inflatable for kids, fire safety information, smoke alarm assistance and so much more. Come out for free hot dogs and chips with Sparky the fire dog.
Thursday evening on November 14th, the George Walton Academy Marching Bulldog Band will present "La Danza De Los Toros" at 5:00 pm. To recognize and thank the Walton County community for its support for the past 50 years, the GWA marching band will perform its halftime show in downtown on the Historic Courthouse lawn. Stop by to see the show and visit all the downtown shops for candlelight shopping from 5-8 pm.
Georgia Writers' Project (GWP) is happy to announce its Winter Reading Series. The Series will be held at the Monroe-Walton Center for the Arts, and will host University of Georgia poet and professor Melisa Cahnmann-Taylor and Georgia Poet Laureate Chelsea Rathburn. The event will be from 5:30 to 6:30 pm.
Join us as we pay tribute to the brave men and women who so graciously serve this great nation. The ceremony taking place at the Walton County Veterans Memorial Park will feature patriotic music and messages from local military and the honorable Jody Hice.
There is nothing like Christmas in Monroe! Join us for Candlelight Shopping from 5:00 to 8:00 pm each Thursday in November and December. Cozy up by our giant fire pit on Court Street to roast marshmallows. Enjoy dinner, drinks or dessert at one of our amazing restaurants before or after shopping. You're sure to find gifts for everyone on your list at our downtown businesses. Different activities will be planned each week so check back often or follow our social media for details!
The magic and beauty of the Christmas season in Downtown continues into December with extended shopping hours and activities. On December 9th, join us for carriage rides, marshmallow roasting, photos with The Grinch in the pocket park and more! Carriage rides are $10 per carriage, marshmallow roasting and photos are free, just bring your own camera. Make sure to stop in your favorite businesses to check off that Christmas list and stay for dinner at one of our delicious restaurants!
Wrap up your Christmas shopping, sneak a photo with Santa, roast marshmallows, go on a carriage and enjoy the beauty of downtown on our final night of candlelight shopping. Carriage rides are $10 per carriage. Marshmallow roasting and photos with Santa are free (bring your own camera).
(Please note, carriage rides must end at 8:00pm. We will stop taking riders in line before 8:00 pm. We will do our best to monitor the line to try to ensure all that wait in line have an opportunity to ride.)
Enjoy a spectacular Christmas light display nightly in Childers Park! Admission is free so come as often as you'd like through December 31st. This is sure to be a Christmas memory to treasure for years to come. While you're in town, stroll the beautiful streets of downtown to find the perfect gift for everyone on your list and cozy up in one of our amazing restaurants for a delicious meal. Check out our Candlelight Shopping dates for extended shopping hours and more great activities Downtown! Parking is available behind the Monroe Walton County Library located at 217
The City of Monroe will be soliciting bids for the renovation services for a new Public Safety and Municipal Court Complex in the interior of the existing structure on the property located at 140 Blaine Street, Monroe, Georgia 30655. This bid is intended to seek those services with the lowest effective cost approach possible. All bids should meet or exceed the required specifications for requested services as stated in this Invitation to Bid.
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Tickets on sale here at MWCA NOW!
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Tickets can be purchased up to and on the day of the Tour at Monroe-Walton Center of the Arts (checks and cash accepted at the art center) or through this link.
Don’t miss this beautiful holiday tradition – over a dozen historic downtown homes on the Tour, all dressed up in their best holiday finery!
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It's the month of love, and we love nothing more than supporting our local businesses. Join us, February 9th from 5:00 to 8:00 pm for an evening of shopping, dining, tasty treats, and delicious drinks in Downtown Monroe! Stroll the beautiful streets, visit your favorite stores, listen to live music, and enjoy treats and dinner/drink specials provided by our local business owners.
Here are just a few of the participating stores & activities:
LaBoheme-drinks with gift samples and a drawing for a gift basket
Gifted- gift with purchase and discounts
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We are so excited to announce the date of our 20th Anniversary Show: March 15, 2025!! Join us for what sure to be a red letter day in Downtown Monroe! Come back on November 1st for more information regarding the show, registration and sponsorship information. Questions? Email us: mainstreet@monroega.gov.
The Fabulous Fox Theatre is making its debut in Monroe! Visit the Monroe Walton County Library between January 16th and February 6th to view the interactive display of the history of the Fox Theatre. The exhibit focuses on how the important events in the Fox Theatre's timeline intersect with American history, the Civil Rights Movement, economics and the importance of communities. We are honored to host this exhibit which is a partnership between the Fox Theatre Institute and
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The City of Monroe Mayor and Council will hold a Planning & Development Retreat on Wednesday, February 19, 2020, at 3:00 p.m. at the City of Monroe City Hall, Council Chambers, 215 North Broad Street, Monroe, GA.
The City of Monroe will be accepting Bids to contract services for the installation and relocation of a natural gas main line on Highway 11 South and surrounding areas. All submittals should follow instructions as detailed in the Invitation to Bid and be complete in scope as requested by the City of Monroe. Bids are to be submitted no later than March 18, 2020 at 2:00 pm (EST).
PLEASE NOTE THE DUE DATE HAS BEEN CHANGED TO APRIL 23, 2020 AT 2:00 PM (EST) DUE TO THE COVID-19 SITUATION!!!
The City of Monroe is currently seeking to completely rehabilitate and replace all playground equipment at Pilot Park, located at 515 East Church Street. The park is situated in the historic district on approximately 1.81 acres and a little over .25 miles east of downtown Monroe.
Give the gift of life at our community blood drive. Every 2 seconds someone needs blood. Just one donation can save 3 lives. Please join us to make a difference in our community.
Friday, March 13th, 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
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Donors can enjoy a cup of Dunkin Donuts coffee and donut FREE after your donation.
The Walton Teen Advocacy Board invites you to join them as they "Look up!" from phones to make eye contact and be positive for each other. This will be a screen-free event on the Walton County Historic Courthouse lawn on Saturday, August 14th, from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. There will be music, food, health resources, free giveaways, and lots of fun! If you are able to put away your phone for 2 hours, you'll get a reward! Click HERE for more information about the event and to see how you can be involved.
Are you missing our 2020 events? So are we!!! Well, you can feel like you've been to one of our events by purchasing our 2020 event t-shirt (it'll be a collector's item to remember the events that never were). AND...all proceeds from the shirt sales will go to benefit the downtown business of your choice. Just tell us who to send the shirt sale monies to when you checkout. If you'd like to order large quantities, please email us directly.
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In an effort to support downtown businesses during these trying times, the City of Monroe and the Downtown Development Authority have created a Downtown Stabilization Fund to award grants of up to $2,500 for businesses within the DDA boundaries. The guidelines and application are available below. Funds will be awarded on a first come, first served basis. The following types of businesses may apply for these funds:
With respect to Governor Kemp’s latest executive order and to our citizens for whom we share a responsibility to protect, the City of Monroe will postpone the fireworks display scheduled for this July 4th. A makeup date in September will be announced later. During this time, we ask that you continue to enjoy yourselves and celebrate our Country, but continue to honor social distancing and other safekeeping protocols in doing so.
Snellville Heating, Air & Plumbing presents The Kinchafoonee Cowboys with Nathan Morgan as the opening act to end our season on September 1st.
We'll be on the lawn of the historic court house (111 South Broad Street) while our town green is under construction.
Visit our food court for dinner and drinks or come early and dine downtown! No outside alcohol. Alcohol may be purchased onsite or in a downtown restaurant using our Monroe branded to-go cup.
Tables (seats 8) are available for purchase for $150. Link below.
Monroe Community Forestry Program Vision
Monroe is a town well-known for its beautiful, tree lined streets, shaded parking lots, and forested subdivisions. Trees here are well maintained according to best management practices and the community forest is healthy and diverse. City officials and staff, and the public at large, recognize that healthy trees are vital to a healthy economy, and that the community forest is an integral part of the City’s historic charm and inviting character.
AGENDA
1. Transportation Updates
2. Transportation Planning
3. Planning
4. Parks Update & Planning
5. Personnel & Department Reorganizations – General Discussion
6. Utilities
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CY NUNNALLY MEMORIAL AIRPORT
DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE
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AIRPORT IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS
The Parks division is responsible for the upkeep, maintenance, and growth of City owned parks and similar facilities. The parks system will see positive advancements with changes in current agreements and the recent SPLOST vote. The Parks division will see more activity 2020 as funding becomes available. Childers Park and Pocket Park were the only parks maintained and controlled by the City of Monroe for the past 20 plus years, with additional parks being the responsibility of Walton County.
Pilot Park is located in the historic district on approximately 1.81 acres and is a little over .25 miles east of downtown Monroe at 515 East Church Street. It was the first park to receive a full rehabilitation in our city, and was reopened to the public in October of 2020. The rehabilitation included new ADA compliant playground equipment, benches, picnic tables, trash receptacles, swings, fencing, entrance signage, walkways, and landscaping! The project was completely funded by a portion of the SPLOST 2019 collections as voted on by Walton County voters!
Mathews Park is located on approximately 28.71 acres and is a little over 1.7 miles northeast of downtown Monroe at 1016 East Marable Street. The park has been completely rehabilitated over multiple years in two separate phases, funded completely by SPLOST 2019 collections. The first phase of rehabilitation began in 2020 and included additional playground equipment, benches around the lake, picnic tables, trash receptacles, grills, swings, painted pavilions, entrance signage, and new restroom facility.
Situated on .35 acres in downtown Monroe, Hammock Park has become the place to relax and enjoy one of the numerous hammocks, swings, or picnic tables! This open space saw the addition of multiple hammocks in 2018, picnic tables in 2019, and swings in 2021 for visitors. The Rotary Club of Monroe has been of assistance with funding and sponsoring the different activities at Hammock Park.
Pocket Park sits almost in the middle of downtown Monroe!! It is the perfect spot to take a break from shopping, dining, and walking in downtown Monroe! There are benches, tables, and some historical elements of Monroe that make for a quaint and peaceful visit! Be sure to check out the Downtown Monroe portion of our website and calendar for events that take place throughout the year at this little park in the heart of Monroe!
Childers Park, named for William R. Childers, Jr., is a 17 acre passive park in the heart of Monroe, two blocks west of the Walton County historic courthouse. In 2009, Friends of Walton County, a private non-profit organization, in partnership with the City of Monroe, began working to turn the property from an overgrown kudzu hill into a functioning park with almost a mile of walking trails, a dog park, and natural play elements for children that include hillside slides.
Dennis S. Coker Park, named for Dennis Sanders Coker, is located approximately 1.3 miles southeast of Downtown Monroe, and is currently closed and awaiting complete renovation and reopen to the public. Coker Park was once home to several baseball/softball fields, pavilion, and restroom facility. Sadly, the park was allowed to fall into disrepair and closed due to safety concerns.
Green Street Park is located on approximately 1 acre and is a little over .8 miles northwest of downtown Monroe at 321 Mayfield Drive. The park has a basketball court and swing set for the nearby residents.
This 1.67 acre award winning urban style park is located at 306 South Madison Avenue and will be the anchor for downtown to provide a space for hosting a multitude of events for citizens and visitors to include concerts, theatrical performances, jazz bands, holiday events, orchestras, back to school celebrations, and other city sponsored events. The splash pad has also been a highly enjoyed staple of daily activity during the summer months from Memorial Day until mid-October.
The City of Monroe community garden is located at Pilot Park at 515 East Church Street which is a little over .25 miles east of downtown Monroe.
What is a community garden?
A community garden is a piece of land gardened by a group of people for the production of fruits, vegetables, herbs, and flowers. In 2020, the City of Monroe began a local pilot project with the Community Garden.
- Call to Order
- Departmental Operating & Capital Improvement Budgets
4:00Police-RV Watts
5:00Fire-Andrew Dykes & Jack Armstrong
- Adjourn
- Call to Order
- Departmental Operating & Capital Improvement Budgets
- 9:00am 2021 Operating Budget Overview
- 9:15am Planning & Development-Patrick Kelley
- 9:45am Economic Development-Sadie Krawczyk
- 10:15am Human Resources-Les Russell
- 10:45am Central Services-Chris Bailey
- 12:00 to 1:00 Lunch
- 1:00pm Streets-Jeremiah Still
The Monroe Farmers Market is hosting an online winter market! Place your order online before Wednesday at monroefm.locallygrown.net, and then pick up your order just in time for Saturday morning between 10:00-11:00 am at City Hall. Just pull up to the front doors, and we'll bring out your order!
Don't miss the most beautiful sight of the season as Light House World Outreach Church presents the live nativity on the lawn of the Walton County Historic Courthouse located at 111 S. Broad Street.
December 20th through December 24th 6:00-8:00 pm
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Sealed bids will be received for the Sanitary Sewer System Improvements – Alcovy River Outfall (S.R. 138 to Reliant Pump Station) at Monroe City Hall until 11:00 A.M. (Local Time), Thursday, January 21, 2021, at which time they will be publicly opened and read.
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The City of Monroe now has Average Monthly Payments (AMP) sometimes referred to as budget billing. The City of Monroe Average Monthly Payment (AMP) program is designed to help customers avoid unpredictable and fluctuating bills by leveling out payments over the year allowing customers to budget their monthly payments. The AMP is for residential customers and is a free service. Please see the attached for further information.
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The City of Monroe Mayor and Council will hold a Planning, Zoning and Code Retreat on Friday, January 22, 2021, at 9:00 a.m. in the City of Monroe City Hall, Council Chambers, 215 North Broad Street, Monroe, GA.
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The City of Monroe will be accepting Bids to contract services for the installation and relocation of electrical distribution lines. All submittals should follow instructions as detailed in the Invitation to Bid and be complete in scope as requested by the City of Monroe. Bids are to be submitted no later than May 3, 2021 at 2:00 pm (EST).
The City of Monroe will be accepting Bids to procure material needed to construct an electrical distribution line on Madison Avenue in Monroe, Georgia. All submittals should follow instructions as detailed in the Invitation to Bid and be complete in scope as requested by the City of Monroe. Bids are to be submitted no later than May 4, 2021 at 2:00 pm (EST).
The City of Monroe will hold a Public Information Meeting on Tuesday, March 30, 2021, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the City of Monroe City Hall, 215 North Broad Street, Monroe, Georgia, for the purpose of receiving public input on potential new traffic calming features. All interested citizens are encouraged to attend and to submit comments.
The City of Monroe, Georgia will receive Statements of Qualifications (SOQ’s) from qualified firms for planned commercial development, zoning services at Monroe City Hall, until 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 27, 2021.
Join us Downtown as our businesses join together to celebrate National Unicorn Day on April 15th. Look for colorful balloons to identify which merchants will have a fun unicorn theme inside. Here's a list of participating stores and some of the activities:
Join us as we kick off the 2023 season with Get Sideways 90s Tribute presented by Snellville Heating, Air & Plumbing.
We'll be on the lawn of the historic court house (111 South Broad Street) while our town green is under construction.
Visit our food court for dinner and drinks or come early and dine downtown! No outside alcohol. Alcohol may be purchased onsite or in a downtown restaurant using our Monroe branded to-go cup.
Snellville Heating, Air & Plumbing presents Platinum Band on June 2nd. We'll be on the lawn of the historic courthouse (111 South Broad Street) while our town green is under construction. Event layout HERE.
**THE SHOW IS ON! WE WILL PREPARE FOR RAIN DELAY IF NEEDED THEN PROCEED**
The Swingin' Medallions are back in Monroe for our September 2nd concert. Music will begin at 7:30 pm. Broad Street will close at 6:00. Be sure to note, we have one more concert that was rescheduled from May. Join us again on September 30th for Purple Madness - Prince Tribute.
Thank you for your concert table purchase. On the night of the concert, please check-in at the Downtown Information Tent towards the back of the Downtown Green to receive your table number. Each table will have 8 seats and a tablecloth. You can bring in food and non-alcoholic beverages to enjoy, and there will be food and drink vendors on site. Get ready for a great time!
Statements of qualifications and proposals are being requested from consultants with a strong record in successfully assisting local governments with the implementation of Federally Assisted Projects. Responding firms should be qualified to provide grant writing, grant administration, and related services for projects utilizing federal funds.
Statements of qualifications and proposals are being requested from Engineering Firms with a strong record in successfully assisting local governments with the preliminary report, final design, and construction administration of Federally Assisted Projects. Responding firms should be qualified to provide a Preliminary Engineering Report (PER), design, and construction administration services for projects utilizing federal funds.
Join us downtown to cheer on our local Olympic athlete, Javianne Oliver!
Javianne Oliver will be competing in two Olympic Events:
- Women's 100m Sprint on Thursday, July 29th, 8:00 pm- 11:00 pm, and on Saturday, July 31st, Semi finals at 6:15 am and final at 8:30 am.
- Women's 100m - 4x100m Relay on Wednesday, August 4th, 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm, and Friday, August 6th, at 8:30 am.
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Join us downtown to cheer on our local Olympic athlete, Javianne Oliver!
Join us downtown to cheer on our local Olympic athlete, Javianne Oliver!
Join us downtown to cheer on our local Olympic athlete, Javianne Oliver!
The City of Monroe will receive bids on August 23, 2021 @ 2:00 pm 9 (EST) in order to construct two pavilions at Mathews Park in Monroe. A copy of the bid package can be downloaded here. Upon download of the bid package the vendor should notify the City of their intent to offer a bid, so as to be included on any addendums during the bidding process.
Join us Downtown on Saturday, September 16th for a day of Dinosaur fun! You'll find exciting dinosaur surprises around town at participating businesses look for the balloons. Dress up in your favorite dinosaur outfits and be sure to tag us on social media. Stay tuned for a list of participating businesses and activities.
Addison's Wonderland: Follow the footprints to hidden treasures inside the store (while supplies last)
The Armory Bookstore: Free goodie bag to first 20 kids. Dino Books, draw a Dino sidewalk chalk.
The City of Monroe is seeking proposals for the completion of a
comprehensive historic resources survey of an estimated 550 historic parcels, which will include
buildings, structures, sites, and objects constructed before 1981, and located within the Survey Area #1
portion of the City of Monroe Historic Resources Survey Area Map. The survey area is generally
bounded by E. Church Street on the north, Poplar Street on the east, Vine Street to the south, and S.
The City of Monroe will be accepting Bids to contract services for the installation of electrical distribution lines. All submittals should follow instructions as detailed in the Invitation to Bid and be complete in scope as requested by the City of Monroe. Bids are to be submitted no later than August 31, 2021 at 2:00 pm (EST).
The City of Monroe (City), located within Walton County, Georgia, is seeking responses to a Request for Proposals from qualified consulting firms for the completion of a Comprehensive Plan (Project). The goal of this process would be the development of a Comprehensive Plan for the City of Monroe looking out to a horizon year of 2032.
Join us Downtown Monroe as we kickoff the official start of football season in Monroe. There will be a parade starting at 6:00 pm followed by a pep rally on the court house lawn.
**Original date had to be rescheduled due to rain. NEW date and TIME - August 26th, 6:30 pm. Join us Downtown Monroe as we kickoff the official start to the football season in Monroe! There will be a parade with Walton County Rec Ball, Carver Middle School and of course, your Monroe Area Purple Hurricanes. Parade begins at 6:00, followed by a pep rally on the Court House lawn.
Walton Empowers is a local organization doing great things in our community! They are teaming up Grace Monroe Church and Ridgeview Institute to host a community block party on September 11th from 2:00-6:00 pm at Grace Monroe (203 Bold Springs Ave, Monroe). There will be food trucks, games, touch a truck for kids and more! Don't miss this great community event for a great cause. Click here to learn more about Walton Empowers and
Join us Downtown for a day of fun and Pirates. Look for balloons at participating businesses and step inside to see what kind of treasures you can find. Our farmers market will be open 8:30 to 12:30....It's sure to be a great time for the whole family! Take a look at what is going on downtown:
Monroe Walton Center for the Arts: Treasure Hunt & prize drawing CLICK HERE for more activities.
Monroe Farmers Market: stickers, tattoos
A party 200 years in the making! Mark your calendar now for November 28th through December 5th. We have a week filled with activities planned to celebrate our Bicentennial.
November 28th Monroe Then & Now- 4:00 pm Presented by Steve Brown, historian from the Monroe Museum - Grace Monroe -315 N Madison Ave
November 29th Downtown Green Groundbreaking & Time Capsule -4:00 pm. Bicentennial Reception at the McDaniel Tichenor House 5:00-7:00 pm
Come rain or shine! The ceremony will be moved indoors in the event of rain.
We watched, we cheered and she won!! Now it's time to celebrate! Join us Saturday, September 18th at 10:00 am in Downtown Monroe as we officially welcome home our Olympic Medalist, Javianne Oliver. Make your own signs or stop by the court house (9:30-10:00) and grab a sign then line the streets along Broad Street from Church Street to Highland Avenue for a parade. Afterwards, gather on the lawn of the Historic Court House for a presentation and photo opportunities.
Join us for a 5K Bicentennial Road Race through Downtown Monroe! Registration is open now online or by mail. $25 fee until September 24th. $30 fee September 25th until race day. Long sleeve Bicentennial themed shirts guaranteed for those registered before September 24th. Stay after the race and enjoy all of the Fall Fest activities.
Please find attached the Official Absentee/Provisional/Emergency Ballot for the Official Municipal General and Special Election for Walton County Georgia scheduled for Tuesday, November 2, 2021.
The City of Monroe Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is seeking proposals from qualified developers for the purchase and redevelopment of 116 S. Broad Street, known as the Milner-Aycock building, in Historic Downtown Monroe.
This Request for Proposals (RFP) will result in a contract to purchase and carry out the renovation of the stated property as specified in the proposal. The selected vendor will then work with city staff to complete the scope of work.
Join the McDaniel Tichenor House for their annual Governor's Bash with a twist. This year's event will be celebrating Monroe's Bicentennial and unveiling the plans for the new pavilion on the property. Tickets are $75 each and includes dinner, live music by Funky Bluester and a live and silent auction. Cocktail dress is requested. For tickets and more information, contact 770-267-5602 or
Now in its 18th year, Cybersecurity Awareness Month—previously known as National Cybersecurity Awareness Month—continues to raise awareness about the importance of cybersecurity across our Nation, ensuring that all Americans have the resources they need to be safer and more secure online. This month encourages individuals and organizations to own their role in protecting their part of cyberspace, stressing personal accountability and the importance of taking proactive steps to enhance cybersecurity.
The City of Monroe will hold a Public Information Meeting on Monday, October 25, 2021, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the City of Monroe City Hall, 215 North Broad Street, Monroe, Georgia, for the purpose of receiving public input on potential new traffic calming features. All interested citizens are encouraged to attend and to submit comments.
Don't miss the 4th annual Battle of the Burgers. A great, fun event for the Walton County community (presented by the Walton County Chamber of Commerce & presenting sponsor Avondale Mortgage) featuring local restaurants battling for the title of the BEST BURGER! Tickets are $25 and includes samples from all competing restaurants, 2 samples from Southern Brewery, 1 Jr.
Any current job listings for the City of Monroe, Georgia will be posted here. Applications will only be accepted for current job postings. A full description is available at City Hall. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application, but may be attached. Please note that some forms require a notary signature. Completed job applications must be returned to City Hall, 215 N. Broad Street, Monroe Ga 30655.
Click on the bid or proposal name below to open the documents for the bid or proposal package. Remember, if you download a copy of the bid or proposal, please email the Purchasing Agent with your company contact information to ensure your inclusion in the automatic distribution of Addenda, Questions and Answers, or other pertinent information. Failure to advise the the Purchasing Agent of your download automatically excludes you from issuing a challenge to the process and in some cases may disqualify your bid or proposal submission.
Supplement 9
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CITY CODE of MONROE, GEORGIA Codified through Ordinance No. 2021-01, adopted March 9, 2021. (Supp. No. 9)
This Code of Ordinances and/or any other documents that appear on this site may not reflect the most current legislation adopted by the Municipality.
With the purpose of "bringing a little culture to our town," On Stage is Walton County's community theater. The On Stage Playhouse is located at 215 High School Avenue. The theater began its life as the Monroe Primitive Baptist Church. Completed in 1910, the structure was built with donations of land, money, materials, and labor. When the congregation dwindled, the last few members donated the building to the Monroe City Schools to be used for educational purposes. A local teacher, Mrs.
With over 1,200 booths and 300,000 square feet of antiques, vintage, and re-purposed items, the City of Monroe and Walton County has the largest concentration of antique stores of any other county in Georgia. Monroe was a premier cotton producer in the state of Georgia during the 1900s. During this period, two large cotton mills in downtown Monroe served as the driving economic force in the region. Today the mills have been red
The City of Monroe is conducting a historic resources survey to update our local database of historic properties within the city.
The City of Monroe is conducting a historic resources survey to update our local database of historic properties within the city.
The City of Monroe is developing its Comprehensive Plan, which will be the blueprint for growth and development over the next 20 years. The Plan will describe the community’s vision for the future and outline how to achieve it. What is your dream for Monroe? Let us know by taking the survey and attending the Visioning Workshop on January 13 at 6:00 pm at The Factory at Walton Mill.
Due to the rising number of COVID-19 cases in our area recently, the lobby of City Hall will be closed to the public beginning Thursday, December 30, 2021 until further notice. If you need to make a utility bill payment:
-Paying online at https://www.municipalonlinepayments.com/monroega
-Our drive through on Wayne Street will be open during normal business hours of 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday - Friday. There is also an after hours drop box in the drive through area.
What is your dream for Monroe? The City is developing its Comprehensive Plan, which will be the blueprint for growth and development over the next 20 years. The Plan will describe the community’s vision for the future and outline how to achieve it. We need your input! Please join us for the second public engagement meeting of the process on February 21st at 6:00 pm at The Team Up event space located in the Monroe Cotton Mills (601 South Madison Ave).
The City of Monroe will hold a Redistricting Workshop on Monday, January 31, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. at the City of Monroe City Hall, 215 North Broad Street.
Sealed Bids for the construction of the 2022 Citywide Traffic Calming will be received by City of Monroe, at the City Hall located at 215 North Broad Street, Monroe, GA 30655, until 2:00 PM local time on March 1st, 2022 , at which time the Bids received will be publicly opened and read. The Project consists of constructing 21 speed tables at various locations along Barrett Street, Felker Street, South Madison Avenue, and West Highland Avenue, and curb extensions at along an approximately 0.2 mile stretch of N Midland Street in the City of Monroe.
Graystone Church presents a FREE Egg hunt in Childers Park on Saturday, March 25th from 1:00-3:00 pm. Join us for a fun day for the whole family! There will be a FREE egg hunt for babies thru 5th grade, inflatables, face painting, games, a petting zoo, prizes, and snacks for purchase. Grab your Easter baskets and let’s have fun!
Go to graystonechurch.com/egg hunt for more information.
We will have two available egg hunts throughout the event. All children - babies thru 5th grade - can participate in either. 1:30pm & 2:30pm
The City of Monroe Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is seeking proposals from qualified developers for the purchase and redevelopment of 116 South Broad Street, known as the Milner-Aycock building, in Historic Downtown Monroe.
This Request for Proposals (RFP) will result in a contract to purchase and carry out the renovation of the stated property as specified in the proposal. The selected vendor will then work with city staff to complete the scope of work.
Join us on Court Street for a POP-up Market on April 16th from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Visit some of your favorite market vendors for a preseason treat. The Walton County Masters Gardeners will also be hosting a plant sale for you to get your home ready for spring. The Easter Bunny will be popping by the market from 11:00-1:00 for you to visit and take photos!
Join us on Court Street for a POP-up Market on April 16th from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Visit some of your favorite market vendors for a preseason treat. The Walton County Masters Gardeners will also be hosting a plant sale for you to get your home ready for spring.
The City of Monroe is located between Atlanta and Athens metro areas with a diverse population of about 14,928 per the 2020 census, and serves as the county seat of Walton County. Monroe has a Council/Administrator form of government with a mayor elected at large and eight (8) council members, who are elected by district or super-district. The mayor and members of the Council serve four-year terms, which are staggered by election.
Join us on the lawn of the McDaniel Tichenor House for an Independence Day Celebration, Sunday, July 3rd from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. Bring your own chairs, blankets and a picnic and enjoy live music and yard games. Self guided tours will be available.
319 McDaniel Street
The City of Monroe is pleased to offer the following development opportunity on the site of the former Walton Plaza Shopping Center, located at 140 Blaine Street in East Monroe. The city purchased the 96,400 SF vacant retail center in late 2017 and has rehabilitated 49,100 SF at the north end of the center to provide space for the Monroe Police Department, Municipal Court, and Utility/Infrastructure Department. We are now offering the “excess” portion of the 8.84-acre site, including the remaining vacant space within the shopping center, to the private sector for r
Monroe has been selected as the host for the 2022 Georgia Historic Trust Expedition. Join history lovers from across the state as we tour some of the beautiful homes and places that make up the unique story of our town.
Here's what they have to say about the event in Monroe:
The Gwinnett/Walton Habitat for Humanity and the City of Monroe are teaming up for a Community Impact Day and Housing Expo. With a goal of empowering people to reach their housing, health, and financial goals, this FREE expo will include sessions on the following:
Calling all Atlanta Braves Fans.......The World Champions Trophy Tour presented by Truist is making 151 stops across Braves Country, honoring 151 years as a franchise, and Monroe made the tour! Join us Downtown at the Monroe Visitors Center (227 S Broad Street) on August 28th from 2:00pm to 5:00 pm in your Braves gear to celebrate the Braves historic 2021 World Series championship with an opportunity to take a photo with the Commissioner's Trophy. We'll have Mookie Moo's, music and fun. Bring your camera or phone for your own photos.
The City of Monroe currently operates a permitted municipal Solid Waste Transfer Station located at 213 Cherry Hill Road, Monroe, Georgia. The city collects approximately 7,000 tons a month of waste at the transfer station. The transfer station operates Monday through Friday from 5:00 am to 4:00 pm (EST).
The utility payment drop box at City Hall will no longer be available beginning Saturday, January 28th. Construction for an automated payment kiosk will be taking place. In the meantime, you can still make payments online at our website, by phone at 1-833-441-1751 or in person at City Hall during normal
business hours. Pardon our mess, while we move forward to better serve you.
IN PERSON:
If you wish to pay in person before your court date, you may do so at the Monroe Municipal Court during regular office hours. For your convenience, a drop box is available outside the court entrance for payments made after normal business hours. Acceptable forms of payment are cash, checks, money orders, and debit/credit cards. Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Cash App are not accepted.
ONLINE or BY PHONE:
To request a reset, click here.
The Court does not grant resets the week of court or for financial reasons. If you do not receive an email response, you will be expected to appear in court.
You may request copies of court documents by emailing Logan Propes, City Administrator, at both lpropes@monroega.gov & k
FILINGS:
Please email your Entry of Appearance, Discovery Request, and all other filings to court@monroega.gov. File stamped copies will be returned to you by email, if requested.
We also accept filings by mail. Should you require file stamped copies, please include a self-addressed stamped envelope.
Judge:
Dale R. "Bubba" Samuels
Court Administrator:
Joseph Bryant
Court Assistant:
Ashley Reyes
Solicitors:
Donnie Wright
Jared Campbell
Kim Minicozzi
Woodrow Ware
Mike Childs
Please note: Our judge and solicitors are part-time only. You must appear in court to discuss your case. For general and reset questions, please contact our office during normal business hours or send us an email.
Exciting things are coming to downtown. Click through to see your future town green!
Snellville Heating, Air & Plumbing presents First Friday Concerts in Downtown Monroe. Join us on May 3rd, June 7th, August 2nd & September 6th for live music, food and fun at our new Town Green! Street closures begin at 5:30pm for vendors, 6:00pm for patrons, and concerts begin at 7:00 pm. Check out our lineup card for 2024.
Only service dogs (animals) allowed at the concert events!
Please join us on Saturday, April 29th for our annual Community Clean Up Day event! This will be associated with our participation in Georgia Cities Week from April 23rd to April 29th.
The following are Mayor appointments to each Committee as created by Charter, with additional special Committees as created by Council. Appointments to each Committee are subject to change on an annual basis either by choice, request, or designation by the Mayor. Committee meetings are reserved for the first Tuesday of each month should the committee choose to hold meetings, as regular Council meetings are reserved for the second Tuesday of each month.
Public Works (Streets, Stormwater, Sanitation, Central Services)
The City of Monroe will be accepting Bids to contract services for the replacement of approximately 7,420 feet of natural gas mains in the areas of West Spring Street from Carwood Drive to White Oak Lane, to include sections of Mountainview Drive, Forest Lane, Pine View Drive, Breedlove Drive, and Swanson Drive. All submittals should follow instructions as detailed in the Invitation to Bid and be complete in scope as requested by the City of Monroe. Bids are to be submitted no later than July 13, 2023 at 2:00 pm (EST).
The City of Monroe will be accepting Bids to contract services for the replacement of approximately 4,400 feet of sidewalk, curb and gutter, ADA ramps, and driveway aprons along Walton Road. All submittals should follow instructions as detailed in the Invitation to Bid and be complete in scope as requested by the City of Monroe. Bids are to be submitted no later than July 13, 2023 at 3:00 pm (EST).
Join us Downtown for an End of Summer Sidewalk SALE. Great back to school sales, closeouts and more. Here are just some of the participating stores and great deals you can find:
ReLove-upto 50% off
Bellamie Boutique-30-50% off Entire Store
Broad Street Boots
Rinse-outside tables 50% off
Saltbox Lane-indoor sale-30% off select furniture
Gifted
Peachy Keen- outside racks 50% off, 30 % off select items in store
Southern Roots
Sidestreet Boutique
Rustic Roots-15 % off all mantels until July 31st
The City of Monroe will be accepting Bids to contract services for the installation and relocation of natural gas mains for the proposed SR 83 Connector bypass project. All submittals should follow instructions as detailed in the Invitation to Bid and be complete in scope as requested by the City of Monroe. Bids are to be submitted no later than October 5, 2023 at 2:00 pm (EST).
The City of Monroe will be accepting Bids to contract services for the for construction of the Sewer Improvements FY2022 Community Block Grant. Bids are to be submitted no later than Friday, October 20, 2023 at 11:00am (EST).
The City of Monroe (the Community) is soliciting Statement of Qualifications (SOQs) from qualified firm(s) or organization(s) to provide consultant services for sidewalks along Davis Street (from South Broad Street to South Madison Avenue), South Madison Avenue (from David Street to Mears Street), and Mears Street (from South Madison Avenue to South Broad Street). The RFQ will open June 17, 2024, at 9:00am.
The City of Monroe (the Community) is soliciting Statement of Qualifications (SOQs) from qualified firm(s) or organization(s) to provide consultant services for a streetscape sidewalk project with pedestrian lighting along McDaniel Street, connecting from Childers Park to the Monroe city limits. The RFQ will open January 22, 2024, at 9:00am. Firms that respond to this RFQ and are determined by the Community to be sufficiently qualified, may be deemed eligible, and invited to offer a technical approach and/or possibly present and/or interview for these services.
Sealed bids will be received until Friday, March 1, 2024 at 10:00 AM EST at the City of Monroe City Hall located at 215 North Broad Street, Monroe, Georgia 30655 and at said time bids will be publicly opened and read aloud for furnishing all labor, materials and equipment and performing all work necessary for:
The City of Monroe is requesting individual sealed Bids for furnishing all materials, labor, tools, equipment and appurtenances necessary for the 24-Inch Raw Water Main & 20-Inch Finished Water Main Extension project. The project includes furnishing all products and performing all labor necessary for the construction of approximately 14,700 L.F. of 24- inch raw water main, 3,630 L.F. of 20-inch finished water main, 500 L.F.
Join us Downtown as our businesses join together to celebrate National Unicorn Day on April 5th. Look for colorful balloons to identify which merchants will have a fun Unicorn theme inside. Here's a list of participating stores and some of the activities:
Monroe Visitors Center: Hunt for the hidden Unicorns around the perimeter of the Visitors Center.
Monroe Walton Center for the Arts: Stop in for a special Unicorn treat.
The City of Monroe is seeking a qualified aviation consulting and engineering firm to provide professional planning, administration, and engineering services for the Cy Nunnally Memorial Airport. These services are to be provided in connection with the capital improvement plan (CIP) for the Cy Nunnally Memorial Airport.
City of Monroe offers employment opportunities in a wide variety of disciplines. Employees at the City of Monroe can expect to work in a friendly atmosphere with people who are the best in the industry.
Employees at the City of Monroe can expect to find some of the most employee friendly benefits available.
Join us in the area of 140 Blaine Street for our Fourth of July Fireworks SHOW!!! The show starts at approximately 9:35pm!
Please pay close attention to traffic controls and directions in and around the area for pedestrian and travel safety.
The City of Monroe has tentatively adopted a millage rate which will require an increase in property taxes by 7.28 percent. All concerned citizens are invited to the public hearing on this tax increase to be held at City Hall 215 North Broad St. Monroe,Georgia on Thursday, July 25, 2024 5:00 pm.
This tentative increase will result in a millage rate of 6.661 mills, an increase of .452mills. Without this tentative tax increase, the millage rate will be no more than 6.209mills.
The City of Monroe is developing a service line inventory as mandated by the Lead and Copper Rule. The City is requesting the service of a qualified contractor to investigate and record service line materials using vacuum excavation. Bidder agrees to furnish all materials and equipment and to perform all labor necessary to pothole and identify the existing service line material on ±3,000 metered services.
Form Based Code - Public Draft Review
Public Review Draft:
The City of Monroe and our planning consultant, TPUDC, invite you to review and comment on the
draft of the Form Based Code. The draft of the Form Based Code can be found at the bottom of the
page.
Beginning on August 21, 2023, Sealed Bids for the construction of the City of Monroe, Georgia, Walton County Jail Gas Pipeline, GMC Project # CCOL230005, will be received, by the City of Monroe, 215 N. Broad Street, Monroe, Georgia 30655 until 1:00 pm local time on Thursday September 19, 2024 at which time the Bids received will be opened at the above address.
Sealed bids for construction of the FY2021 GEFA Water System Improvements Division I - 500,000 Gallon Elevated Water Storage Tank will be received until September 26, 2024 at 11:00 AM at Monroe City Hall, 215 N Broad Street, Monroe, GA 30655, at which time and place they will be publicly opened and read aloud. Any bid received after said time and date will not be considered by the Owner.
Sealed bids for construction of the FY2021 GEFA Water System Improvements Division II - Water Transmission Main will be received until September 26, 2024 at 11:00 AM at Monroe City Hall, 215 N Broad Street, Monroe, GA 30655, at which time and place they will be publicly opened and read aloud. Any bid received after said time and date will not be considered by the Owner. No bid may be withdrawn after the closing time for the receipt of bids for a period of sixty (60) days except as specifically may be provided in the Instructions to Bidders and/or by State law.
Sealed bids for construction of the project entitled Ford Building - 208 S Broad Street Redevelopment Project will be received until 2:00 P.M. on October 1, at 215 N. Broad Street, Monroe, GA 30655, at which time and place they will be publicly opened and read. No bid may be withdrawn after the closing time for the receipt of bids for a period of sixty (60) days. The Work to be completed for the Ford Building - 208 S Broad Street Redevelopment Project is described briefly as follows: Work shall involve the installation of HVAC equipment and associated ductwork.
The City of Monroe will be accepting Bids to procure material needed to construct 13,750’ of 4” Concrete Coated Steel Natural Gas Line. All submittals should follow instructions as detailed in the Invitation to Bid and be complete in scope as requested by the City of Monroe. Bids are to be submitted no later than October 4, 2024 at 2:00 pm (EST).
Discover the Magical & Merry streets of Downtown Monroe this Holiday season! Beginning on November 7th through December 12th our picturesque streets will be lit with dreamy lights, the s'mores firepit will be roaring and the joyful noise of Christmas will fill your ears. Please make sure to follow our social media accounts - Facebook & Instagram - for additional information on each of these fun downtown evenings!
Situated on .35 acres in downtown Monroe, Monument Park (formerly Hammock Park) has taken a historical step back into what was once the MONROE sign on the Wayne Street water tank. This sign stood for many years and was famously taken down after being damaged by down-burst storms that came through Monroe in 1993. Since then, many discussions have taken place to replace the sign with no successful or allowable options on the existing water tanks or structures in the community. Monument Park is now home to a replica of that MONROE sign that stood for so many years.
