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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Monroe public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion Condemnation
A consent item would authorize condemnation of property from Robert and Richard Giles to make room for the wastewater treatment plant expansion — a strong-arm tool typically used as a last resort for utilities projects.
Outside-city water service for Forest Hills Baptist Church
The council considered whether to extend city water and sewer beyond city limits — to QuikTrip on Concord Highway and to a residence on Village Lake Drive — plus changes to the policy governing such extensions.
Outside-City Water Service Request — 1806 Willis Long Road
The council considered whether to extend city water and sewer beyond city limits — to QuikTrip on Concord Highway and to a residence on Village Lake Drive — plus changes to the policy governing such extensions.
Water Shortage Response ordinance amendments
Chapter 56 of the city code, which governs how Monroe responds to water shortages, was up for amendments. These rules determine what water restrictions could look like during future droughts.
Condemnation for electric power substation property
A resolution would authorize condemnation to acquire property from Monroe Township Farms, LLC for an electric power substation.
Project Monroe Power Capital Project Budget Ordinance
A capital project budget ordinance for Project Monroe Power was on the consent agenda, tied to the city's electric utility work.
Water and Sewer Capital Reserve Fund Changes
The council was asked to formally establish a water capital reserve fund and restructure the sewer reserve, plus adopt a related capital project budget ordinance — housekeeping that shapes how utility money is set aside for future projects.
Storm Drainage Policies
New policy for helping owners of private ponds with drainage, plus amendments to the existing storm drainage assistance policy — matters for flooding-prone neighborhoods.