New agreement includes regular upgrades to Monroe’s public safety radio system
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MONROE, CT — A $1.65 million upgrade to the town’s public safety radio communications system last year was paid for through a bonding authorization in 2020. Read More
Monroe voters to decide on a $96.7 million town budget on May 3
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MONROE, CT — The Board of Finance approved a $96.7 million town budget Tuesday, which will come before voters at a referendum on May 3.
Town Council unanimously approves $31.7 million municipal budget
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MONROE, CT – Town Council members made revisions within First Selectman Ken Kellogg’s municipal budget proposal, while keeping the $31.7 million spending plan intact. Read More
Finance Board shares expectations before Town Council reviews municipal budget
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MONROE, CT — A year of strong grand list growth and declining debt, a rebounding undesignated fund balance and an upgraded bond rating puts the town in a favorable position as the Town Council’s review of First Selectman Ken Kellogg’s $30.7 million municipal budget proposal begins in earnest. Read More
‘Football’s been a part of my life ever since I put on a helmet’
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MONROE, CT — Rick Henderson is best known for his 16 years as president of Monroe Lions youth football, as well as his coaching in the successful program. Read More
Think Pink Monroe builds momentum against breast cancer
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MONROE, CT — Think Pink Monroe, which focused solely on awareness last year, at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, came back in full force this year, raising $14,000 for town families battling breast cancer. Read More
Rotary Club donation to fund training room in newly renovated EMS facility
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MONROE, CT — Town Council members voted unanimously to accept a $10,000 donation from the Monroe Rotary Club to the Monroe Volunteer Emergency Medical Services’ building project Monday. Read More
Candidate Profile: Anthony Agnessanto
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Candidate Name: Anthony Agnessanto
Political Party: Democrat
Running For: Town Council
Education Background: B.S. Math Secondary Education, Western Connecticut State University; M.Ed. Read More
Candidate Profile: Kevin Reid
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Name: Kevin Reid
Political Party: Republican
Running for: Town Council
Occupation: IT Director – Entertainment Industry, former U.S. Army Reserve Officer
Education: University of Connecticut
Experience: Monroe Town Council member for six years, Economic Development Committee (EDC) member
Family: Kevin Reid is a Monroe resident of over 15 years. Read More
Candidate Profile: Jessica Katuska
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Name: Jessica Katuska
Political Party: Democrat
Running For: Town Council
Education: BA in Economics
Work Experience: Insurance Analyst
Political Experience: Board of Education (2 year term)
Family: Married with two daughters in the Monroe schools
What is an issue affecting the town that you care about most and want to make a priority? Read More