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The City of Monroe, Michigan

Located in SE Michigan and founded in 1785, Monroe is Michigan’s third oldest community. Welcome to City of Monroe's Official page!

Founded in 1785 and the site of a War of 1812 battlefield, Monroe is a community that has a shared vision that seeks to balance the opportunities of economic development with the stewardship that is required for historic preservation. Monroe is also Michigan’s third oldest community. With a population of nearly 20,733, Monroe is located about 17-miles north of Toledo, Ohio and about 35-miles south of Detroit. A village in 1817, the City of Monroe was incorporated in 1837 and is also the county seat of Monroe County. Monroe’s location on the west shore of Lake Erie and its River Raisin made it a natural crossroads for food and transportation that attracted the Potawatomi Tribe of Indians who first lived here. Later, French missionaries, fur trappers, and settlers came for the same reasons. Residents and visitors today continue to find Monroe to be a welcoming crossroads of historic and natural treasures. The city is home to the National Register of Historic Places War of 1812 River Raisin Battlefield. Monroe’s natural environment is showcased and preserved by having the 260-acre Eagle Island Marsh unit of the Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge located in it. And the inland sea of Lake Erie offers boating, swimming, camping, wetlands exploration, hiking, and fishing, at the 1,300-acre Sterling State Park on the shores of Lake Erie. Any individual accessing, browsing and using a City of Monroe Social Media site accepts without limitation or qualification, the City's Social Media Policy -https://cdnsm5-hosted.civiclive.com/UserFiles/Servers/Server_10126506/File/City%20Hall/Departments/Communications/Social%20Media%20Content%20Policy%20web%20copy.pdf

09/15/2026

🗳️ Are you ?

Today is National Voter Registration Day, a great reminder to take a minute to check your voter registration and make sure your information is up to date.

Whether you’ve moved, changed your name or simply haven’t checked your registration in a while, now is a good time to make sure you’re ready for the November 3 General Election.

📅 Here’s what Michigan voters need to know:

▪️ Through October 19: Eligible voters may register or update their registration online, by mail or in person.

▪️ October 20 through Election Day: Registration must be completed in person at your local city or township clerk’s office with proof of residency.

▪️November 3 (Election Day): It’s not too late! Eligible residents can register and vote at their local clerk’s office. If you’re in line by 8PM, you may still register and vote.

Not sure if you’re registered?
Check your status, update your information or register to vote: 🔗https://tinyurl.com/396b3bp4

09/14/2026

TREATMENT NOTICE | River Raisin

The City of Monroe’s Commission on the Environment will begin treatment of Flowering Rush, an invasive aquatic plant species, in the River Raisin this week. The treatment is part of an ongoing effort to control its spread within the river.

📍 Treatment Area: This year’s treatment will cover approximately 2.8 miles of the River Raisin, from near Munson Park (Cranbrook Boulevard) to Soldiers and Sailors Park near Wi******er.

Treatment will be performed by Aqua-Weed Control Inc, and will involve the targeted application of an aquatic herbicide. Products used for this treatment are approved by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development, and are permitted through EGLE’s Aquatic Nuisance Control Program.

Previous treatments have resulted in a noticeable reduction of Flowering Rush in the watershed. Other methods, including hand-pulling, have proven ineffective and can actually contribute to the plant’s spread.

📌 Properties within the treatment area will be notified prior to application.

☎️ Questions?
Please contact the City of Monroe Water Department at 734-384-9150.

https://www.monroemi.gov/news/what_s_new/flowering_rush_treatment

09/13/2026

🚧City of Monroe Road Watch: September 12-20🚧

Know before you go: Check out the link below for a look at construction projects, traffic impacts and other work happening around the City of Monroe in the week ahead.

🔸Fiber Optic Construction Activities
🔸Telegraph Road Resurfacing
🔸Lavender Street Reconstruction
🔸Fredericks Drive Reconstruction
🔸Navarre Street Water Main and Reconstruction
🔸Jerome Street Spot Reconstruction

🔗https://tinyurl.com/4ewy45mh

09/11/2026

Twenty-five years later, we remember.

Today, we honor the nearly 3,000 lives lost on September 11, 2001, and the countless families and communities forever changed by that day.

On this 25th anniversary, the City of Monroe joins communities across the nation in reflection.

We will never forget.

09/10/2026

COMING SOON: Leaf Bag Distribution Begins October 3 🍁🍂

The City of Monroe is preparing to kick off its annual leaf bag distribution program for the fall season.

📍Bags will be handed out at the Department of Public Services facility (222 Jones Ave). Drivers should follow the posted signage for pickup.

▶️Distribution will take place from 8AM-noon the first two Saturdays in October, and from 2:30-5:30PM, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays beginning October 6.

More Information:
▪️Leaf bags are available for City residents only
▪️Bags will be distributed until they are gone on a first come, first served basis
▪️The maximum number of bags is 50 per property/parcel
▪️Residents must provide proof of residency - driver's license, water bill, etc.

🔗https://www.monroemi.gov/news/what_s_new/leaf_bags

09/09/2026

🚧 MDOT I-75 PROJECT OPEN HOUSE 🚧

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is inviting the community to learn more about its upcoming I-75 rebuilding project in Monroe County.

The planned work includes rebuilding 2.4 miles of I-75 and replacing six bridges between LaPlaisance Road and N. Dixie Highway. Proposed improvements also include changes to the Elm Avenue and Front Street interchanges.

📅 Monday, September 14
⏰ 4:30–6:30 PM
📍 Monroe City Hall – City Council Chambers, 120 E. First St.

Stop by and hear directly from MDOT staff about updates to the project, ask questions and provide feedback. Please note: While the open house will be held at Monroe City Hall and portions of the project are located within City limits, this is an MDOT project.

Members of the public can get more project information, and submit questions at the link below.
🔗https://tinyurl.com/4nkd66fj

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day! 🔴⚪🔵

Today, we recognize the hard work and contributions of workers who keep our communities moving forward.

Wishing everyone a safe and enjoyable Labor Day!

🔔 Reminder: City Hall is CLOSED today in observance of the holiday. Normal business hours (8:30AM-4:30PM) resume tomorrow. Refuse and recycling collection is delayed by one day.

09/06/2026

🔔 REMINDER 🔔

Refuse and recycling collection this week will be delayed by one day in observance of Labor Day.

▶️Bulk pick up will still be available, but collection will take place on Saturday (9/12) instead of Friday (9/11). Please call to schedule by Thursday at NOON.

City Hall will also be closed on Monday, September 7 for the holiday. Normal business hours (8:30AM-4:30PM) resume on Tuesday, September 8.

09/05/2026

🚧 City of Monroe Road Watch: September 5-13 🚧

Know before you go: Check out the link below for a look at construction projects, traffic impacts and other work happening around the City of Monroe in the week ahead.

🔸Fiber Optic Construction Activities
🔸Telegraph Road Resurfacing
🔸Lavender Street Reconstruction and Utilities
🔸Fredericks Drive Reconstruction
🔸Navarre Street Water Main and Reconstruction
🔸Labor Day Parade and Festival

🔗https://tinyurl.com/2v2chvek

09/04/2026

🚧 ROAD CLOSURES: Labor Day Festivities 🚧

Saturday, September 5, the Monroe/Lenawee Central Labor Council is hosting a parade and festival to celebrate Labor Day. As a result, the following roads will be closed:

🔶Parade: Monroe Street between Jones and Front Street
⏰1-2PM

🔶Festival: Front and First between Monroe and Macomb; Washington between First and Front
⏰1-9PM

Address

120 East First Street
Monroe, MI
48161

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Saturday	8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+17342430700

Website

http://www.monroemi.gov/

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