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Monroe announces Deck the House holiday lights contest winners
Summary
City communications director Jody Egan announced winners of the Deck the House residential lighting contest (Dec. 15–28). First place went to Ralph Gappas (902 McDougall), second to Tammy Van Riper (711 Cass), and third to David Grassley (476 Hollywood).
Monroe City presented awards for its second annual Deck the House residential lighting contest. Jody Egan, director of communications, said residents voted between Dec. 15 and Dec. 28 via a QR code and the city's website; a GIS story map accompanied the public voting tour.
Third place was awarded to David Grassley of 476 Hollywood (certificate and a $75 gift card). Second place went to Tammy Van Riper of 711 Cass (certificate and a $150 gift card), who joined the mayor on stage for a photograph; first place was awarded to Ralph Gappas of 902 McDougall, who will also join the mayor at the 2026 Christmas tree-lighting event.
Egan encouraged residents to subscribe to the city's My Monroe e-newsletter and to follow the city’s website and social channels for participation details in future events. Winners thanked the council and expressed appreciation for the event and family support.
