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Monroe reports successful Pioneer Day; Public Power Picnic set for Aug. 31

Monroe City Council · July 28, 2026

Summary

City Recorder Allison Leavitt said Pioneer Day served about 1,100 people and received positive feedback; the council set the annual Public Power Picnic for August 31 after scheduling discussions.

City Recorder Allison Leavitt told the council that the Pioneer Day celebration and fireworks drew positive community reaction and that "Approximately 1,100 people were served at the Community BBQ." Council members discussed operational lessons learned from the parade—earlier placement of fire trucks, banning e-bikes and motorcycles from the route for safety, and efforts to reduce gaps between parade entries.

After reviewing scheduling conflicts, the council agreed to hold the annual Public Power Picnic on August 31. Council members thanked staff and volunteers for event work and discussed minor changes to parade logistics for future events.

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