Council approves permit for Holly’s Heart and Soul Family Fun Run despite policing cost concerns

Feb 2, 2026

The Monroe Common Council approved a special-event permit for "Holly's Heart and Soul Family Fun Run" on July 25, 2026, at Northeast Park. A council member questioned police coverage costs, which staff said are about $1,500, and urged exploring route changes to reduce municipal expense.

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The Monroe Common Council on Feb. 2 approved a special-event permit allowing Terry Richardson to host "Holly's Heart and Soul Run" on July 25, 2026, at Northeast Park and along a police‑approved route. The permit describes the special-event area as the area within 100 feet of the run route while the event is in progress and requires a certificate of insurance indemnifying the city of Monroe.

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