Making Moves in Monroe

Don’t miss the first movie of our February Screenings line up! We’ll be showing The Color Purple (1985) on Thursday, February 6, at 7:00pm.

Come see an epic tale spanning forty years in the life of Celie, an African-American woman living in the South who survives incredible abuse and bigotry, leaving her to find companionship anywhere she can. She perseveres, holding on to her dreams. Based on the novel by Alice Walker.

Admission is only $2.00 at the door, and concessions will be available for you to purchase.

Click here to view the movie trailer ➡️ https://youtu.be/_h-efLS7VV4?si=1wKFb06u556mV7bA

Call to Action: Combating Gun Violence in Our Community

On June 25, 2024, a community leader called on elected officials to support collaborative efforts to address the gun violence that has long troubled our community, especially during the summer months.
Below is my response to her call, as I seek to engage our city council, staff, and community members in creating a comprehensive strategic plan.

[Dear Selina Campbell,

Thank you for your email and for your unwavering dedication to our community.
I deeply admire your commitment to addressing the gaps many of us struggle to fill.
Partnerships with organizations like yours are essential as we work proactively to tackle the rise in gun violence that often escalates during the summer.

I am eager to learn more about your initiatives and the potential of forming a Mayoral committee, spearheaded by Mayor Burns, to address this critical issue.
A committee composed of nonprofits, local elected leaders, Monroe Police, and both public and private sector partners could make substantial progress in creating a safer, more resilient Monroe.

Your work is vital, and I am fully committed to supporting your mission to ensure the safety of our community this summer.
Gun violence impacts us all, whether directly or indirectly, and it is our collective responsibility to prevent it.

Thank you again for reaching out. I look forward to collaborating with you and supporting your efforts.

Best regards,
Councilmember Franco McGee]

These issues remain a significant concern, and I am actively working to support grassroots organizations in their efforts to find alternative solutions.
Together, we can empower communities and families to end senseless violence, while improving de-escalation tactics and problem-solving skills.

Gun violence is not just a city problem; it’s a community problem.
It is our shared responsibility to address this crisis.

Who is willing to join me in forming a strategic plan to move forward and make our city safer for everyone?

After viewing the video below, please answer question with commenting A or B in the comments:

https://youtube.com/watch?v=sP54bvzocRs&si=Z-9nIUJHVABjpB34

According to the City of Monroe Charter:

What form of government do you think the City of Monroe operate under?

A. Mayor-Council (Strong Mayor)
B. Council-Manager

Local Government That Works: The Council-Manager Form of Government This two-minute, animated “explainer” video is designed to educate the general public about the benefits of the council-manager structure and the management ...

City of Monroe has consented to the application of Union County's State of Emergency Declaration within the City of Monroe effective at 5 p.m. August 7, and shall remain in effect until Union County's State of Emergency is modified or terminated.

The following City of Monroe facilities are closed on Thursday, August 8, 2024:
​Monroe Science Center
Dowd Center Theatre
Monroe Country Club
Monroe Aquatics and Fitness Center
Bazemore Active Adult Center
J. Ray Shute Community Center
Sutton Park Community Center
Wi******er Community Center
Old Armory Community Center
Dickerson Community Center

All Parks and Recreation summer camps and programming are canceled for Thursday, August 8, including the Monroe Aquatics and Fitness Center Summer Camp and Dickerson Summer Camp.