MONROE, CT — First Selectman Terry Rooney declared the town of Monroe’s participation in commemorating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence during a ceremony in front of Town Hall Saturday morning.
Governor Ned Lamont asked all 169 Connecticut towns to commemorate the anniversary through civic, cultural and historical education events and programming, leading up to July 4, 2026.
The Monroe CT 250 Committee was formed for the town’s participation.
During his declaration, Rooney noted how Monroe has contributed proudly to the history of the nation and the state of Connecticut since its founding in 1823, more than 202 years ago.
“Therefore, I Terrence P. Rooney, first selectman of the town of Monroe, Connecticut, do hereby proclaim that Monroe will fully engage and commemorate activities leading up to and through July 4th, 2026, so stated this 18th day of October, 2025,” he said from the podium.
Nicole Cignoli, chair of the Monroe CT 250 Committee, served as master of ceremonies, for the event, held in front of the War Memorial on the green at Monroe Town Hall.
“We’ve gathered today to recognize and celebrate the Declaration of Independence, which will occur on July 4th, 2026,” Cignoli said. “Your presence here is a testament to the importance of this document, to the birth of our nation and to our community.”
Among the local dignitaries were State Sen. Jason Perillo, R-21st, State Rep. Tony Scott, R-Monroe, Superintendent of Schools Joseph Kobza, Town Councilman Jason Maur, Board of Education member Dennis Condon, Treasurer Frank Dutches and Monroe Chamber of Commerce President Ray Giovanni to name a few.
Dan Hamilton, winner of the Monroe CT 250 logo contest, attended the ceremony with his wife, Adrienne, and their two children, Jonah, 8, and Addie, 5.
Two members of Girl Scout Troop 34001 raised a special flag for the anniversary, which the state of Connecticut will celebrate in 2026, and a scout led the crowd in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance.
Members of the Masuk Quartet sang the “Star Spangled Banner” and refreshments were donated by Monroe Social.
For information about the Monroe CT 250 Committee, visit the town website or send an email to [email protected].
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