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Meetings

The City of Monroe has a variety elected and appointed individuals that are working to serve you. In addition to City Council, the City has several boards, committees, and commissions.  Below is a list of meetings types, meeting agendas, and descriptions. Click on the meeting name to review the details of that meeting. Once this page opens you will also be able to review details from other meetings of the same type.

The Monroe City Council meets in business meetings on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month at 7:00 p.m. Pursuant to Council Rules of Procedure and the 2022 Open Public Meetings Act update, the Monroe City Council meeting will be held in a hybrid format. Councilmembers, staff and members of the public may participate in Monroe City Council meetings both in-person and remotely. The Mayor and City Council are dedicated to the concept of participatory government, and they strive to provide numerous opportunities for the citizens of Monroe to become involved in their government.


The Monroe City Council meets in study session meetings on the first and third Tuesdays of the month at 7:00 p.m. Pursuant to Council Rules of Procedure and the 2022 Open Public Meetings Act update, the Monroe City Council meeting will be held in a hybrid format. Councilmembers, staff and members of the public may participate in Monroe City Council meetings both in-person and remotely. The Mayor and City Council are dedicated to the concept of participatory government, and they strive to provide numerous opportunities for the citizens of Monroe to become involved in their government.

Agendas, Minutes, and Recordings Archive

Agendas and Minutes for meetings of the Monroe City Council, City Council Committees, and Boards and Commissions prior to January 1, 2021 can be found at the Agendas and Minutes Archive.

 

Recordings of Council meetings are available in the archive and the meeting agenda on this site.

The primary purpose of the Finance and Human Resources Committee is to review and advise upon on matters of policy assigned by the City Council involving city financial affairs, including budget development goals and major financial policies such as reserves and fund balance levels, grants and Interlocal Agreements, personnel matters (e.g. union negotiations, employee benefits), and approval of warrants.
The primary purpose of the Legislative Affairs Committee is to review and advise upon legislative matters at county, state, and federal levels of interest to the city council; city council policies and procedures; and council compensation.
The primary purpose of the Public Safety Committee is to review and advise upon matters of policy assigned by the City Council involving public health, welfare, and safety; including issues related to police, emergency management, public defense and prosecution, municipal court, nuisance abatement, code enforcement, and human services.
The primary purpose of the P3 Committee is to review and advise upon matters of policy assigned by the City Council involving the physical and economic development of the city as well as matters involving planning for transportation systems and facilities, also involving public health, welfare and safety as well as City infrastructure, water and sewer utilities, parks & recreation and property management, sales and acquisitions.
The purpose of the Civil Service Commission is to assure that police officers are recruited through open competition, are hired and promoted on the basis of merit, and are demoted, suspended, or discharged for cause. It oversees civil service examinations and certifies eligibility lists.
The Community Human Services Advisory Board advises the Mayor and City Council on the implementation of the Homelessness Policy Advisory Committee recommendations, and on programs and policies to respond not only to those experiencing homelessness, but also to those at risk of becoming homeless, those who are living in poverty, those who are adversely affected by crisis, and those in marginalized communities

The Economic Development Advisory Board (EDAB) provides a forum for the coordination of information among entities identified as having economic development roles, advises the Mayor and City Council on economic development priorities, and provides such other advice and guidance with furthering Monroe’s economic development strategy.

Ethics Board
The Ethics Board is a board that investigates, conducts hearings, and renders advisory opinions concerning accusations against city officials of violations of ethics or conflicts of interest. It also reviews and recommends periodic updates to the city's ethics Policy and its applicability.
The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee reviews grant applications and makes recommendations to the City Council regarding allocation of local lodging tax funds. The committee also reviews and comments on any proposed imposition of lodging tax, increase in the rate of lodging tax, repeal of an exemption from lodging tax, or change in the use of revenue received from lodging tax.
The purpose of the Law Enforcement Officer and Fire Fighter - 1 Board is to assure that retirees of the LEOFF - 1 Retirement Systems receive all necessary benefits in accordance with the Department of Retirement Systems. 
The Park Board advises the City Council on the management, supervision, improvement, and budgeting for parks and recreation facilities and programs. The board reviews the Comprehensive Park and Recreation Plan, assists with new park sites, and advises the City Council on capital projects in city parks.
The Planning CommissionPlanning Commission reviews and makes recommendations regarding the physical development of the city. It considers both long-range and current plans, as well as development regulations. It works with the City Council in balancing environmental concerns with those of the city.
The Salary Commission sets the salaries of elected officials, including the mayor and the members of the council.