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Denim Day is April 24th

The City of Monticello is supporting the Greater Lafayette YWCA's Denim Day on April 24th.  See the details below and feel free to download the  flyer below to hang or send to others.  Note:  To download click the download button in the upper left of the flyer below.

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Spring Clean-Up Announced

The Monticello Streets Department has announced the annual Spring Clean-Up Days. Spring Clean-Up 2024 will be on Saturday, April 20th for the East Side of Main St. and on Saturday, April 27th for the West Side of Main St.

Also released is the Limb and Brush Pickup Schedule for 2024.  The annual flyer will be mailed to you.  You may also review and download the document below:

Limb and Brush Pickup Calendar/Spring Clean-up 2024  

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March is Disability Awareness Month

  2024 ADA Disability Awareness Month Schedule 
  2024 ADA Disability Awareness Month Support/Sponsorship Opportunities

The City of Monticello and the Mayor’s Advisory Council for the ADA Is proud to once again support Disability Awareness Month and plans are well underway.  

As always the City of Monticello is committed to being an accessible, responsive, community that welcomes and includes everyone. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has become a useful tool in assuring that access changes are made and policies are developed to give people with all kinds of disabilities an equal opportunity to participate and benefit from community programs and activities.

Listed below are our initial Schedule of Events.  All times are EST (Indianapolis/GMT -5)
  • Friday, March 1:  Art and Banner displays go up on Main Street
  • Saturday, March 2: 4-8pm Freedom Event at Burnettsville Beehive
  • March 1-30th:  Art will be on display at the Monticello Library during open hours.
  • Monday, March 4: Lego League - Building Accessible Structures at MUTPL
  • Tuesday, March 5: Story Hour - Attorney Loy for Toddlers at MUTPL
  • Wednesday, March 13:  Voice of Accessibility Panel at Monticello-Union Township Public Library
  • Thursday, March 14:  5:00pm Wheel Chair Basketball & Social Services Fair at Twin Lakes High School Auxiliary Gym - Door 9 on west side of building from side parking lot
    • 5:00-7:00pm - Social Services and Transition Fair
    • 6:00pm - Lafayette Spinners Wheelchair Basketball Demonstration
    • 6:20pm - City Department Tournament and Annual Guns Vs. Hoses
    • 6:40pm - Monticello Combined Game — Red vs. White
    • 7:00pm - Aktion Club members recognized. Mayor Sims to give oath of office to new officers.
    • 7:10pm - Half-time Activities.  Please visit our concession stand and social services booths
    • 7:20pm - City Department Tournament Championship
  • Tuesday,March 19: Story Hour - Mayor Sims for Toddlers at MUTPL
  • Wednbesday,March 20: Lego League - Building Accessible Structures at MUTPL
  • Thursday, March 21:  5:30pm Arts & Awards Reception at Twin Lakes High School Auxiliary Gym
  • Thursday, March 28: White Oak Health Campus - Dementia Experience. Walk a Mile In My Shoes Day at Monticello-Union Township Public Library.

We offer sponsorships for every budget and hope, once again, to count on your support. All donations are gratefully accepted, acknowledged, and sincerely appreciated. Donate to Our continuing projects throughout the year to make our city more Accessible.

Please make checks payable to: City of Monticello, ADA
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Council Agenda 2024 Feb 05

Below are the meeting agendas for the Board of Works and Council Agendas.  Please feel free to download separately or review the document below.

2024 Feb 05 - Council Meeting Agenda

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BOW/Council Agenda 2024 Jan 22

Below are the meeting agendas for the Board of Works and Council Agendas.  Please feel free to download separately or review the document below.

2024 Jan 22 - BOW and Council Meeting Agenda

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AARP Showcases the City of Monticello

AARP Indiana is showcasing the City of Monticello for their effort in bringing Mobile Integrated Health Services to our city through grants over the past two years.  MIH assists older citizens to stay in their homes, provide health services to reduce senior hospital readmissions, and assist young women with maternity needs during the early months of a pregnancy.

AARP Indiana is encouraging the State of Indiana Legislators to pass SB 142, HB 1378 and SB 10 to require health plans to reimburse MIH services and create permanent funding for new and ongoing MIH programs across the State of Indiana.

Take a moment to watch this six minute video.  It truly will make you proud to be of our community  and our local public servants who not only touch you in a positive way ... but may touch the lives of many Hoosiers across our state.

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Mayor's Office - Press Release

Mayor Sims has released the following statement to the community and press.  Please feel free to download separately or review the document below.

2024 January 12 - Press Release

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Freezing Temperature Reminder

The City of Monticello Water Department would like to remind citizens:

During cold weather there is a risk that water lines in your home will freeze. With the windchills that are in next week's forecast, we are encouraging all citizens to have a small continuous drip of water running to prevent lines from freezing. This will help prevent possible damage to your lines or having to thaw out your lines at your cost.
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2024 Schedules Released

The City of Monticello is releasing the 2024 City Council and Board of Works Meeting Dates and the City of Monticello Holiday Schedule.  Please feel free to download separately or review the document below.

2024 City Council and Board of Works Meeting Dates

2024 City of Monticello Holiday Schedule

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Saluting Our Veterans

The City of Monticello honors all who served.  Wishing you and your families a Happy Veterans Day!

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Million Dollar INDOT Grant Received by City

The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) has awarded the City of Monticello $1,000,000.00 from the Community Crossing Matching Grant Fund Program.

The grant allows the use of the grant monies for investment in road and bridge infrastructure programs.  Improvements to local roads and bridges will bring about economic development, create jobs and strengthen local transportation networks for all of Indiana. 

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Early Childcare Coalition of White County Formed

The City of Monticello is excited to be a part of the newly formed Early Childcare Coalition of White County(ECC). The ECC is a group of community advocates dedicated to increasing access, quality, and affordability of early childcare options for those who live and work in our economic region, through diversified solutions and enrollment initiatives. We meet monthly to find new ways to make high-quality child care affordable and available to families living and working nearby. Below are surveys for residents and employers to participate in to help us better understand the childcare needs of our community residents and employers.

Current participating ECC members are:
  • Boys & Girls Club of White County
  • Childcare Resource Network
  • City of Monticello
  • Community Foundation of White County
  • Monon Community Church
  • Monticello Public Library
  • North White Schools
  • White County Commissioners and Council
  • White County United Way 
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Water Operator Opening

The City of Monticello is seeking qualified applicants for water operator. The Water Plant Operator will help the City of Monticello, IN continue to provide high quality water services to the citizens of Monticello, Indiana.

To learn more and to apply please review the City of Monticello Employment Webpage.

Applications and resumes are due on November 22, 2023. 

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Blue Star Memorial Dedication

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Join Monticello for Purple Thursday

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Town Hall Meeting Scheduled Oct. 31st

Do you have questions or concerns about our city? Do you want your voice heard? Join Mayor Gross, the City Council Members, and City Department Heads at a Town Hall Meeting.  Meeting Information:

What:  The Town Hall Meeting
When:  Tuesday, October 31st at 7:00 P.M. - 8:30 P.M.
Location:
West Bays of City Hall
120 W Washington St
Monticello, Indiana 47960

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Water Hydrant Flushing Scheduled

The City of Monticello Waterworks Department is scheduling city hydrants to be flushed between October 3-6.   Please be alert while traveling in these areas. 

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Lane Closures - Gordon Road

Gordon Road is scheduled for water main maintenance/rework beginning next week (September 25th).  Please expect possible lane closures during this time period. 

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Sewer Drain Information

It is common at this time of year, or anytime that it hasn't rained & it is hot outside that parts of city will experience an unpleasant odor. We are experiencing this now in the southeast area of the city. Our wastewater team will be making sure all the storm drains are covered and we are doing everything we can to minimize this issue. Please don't hesitate to call our office with concerns at 574-583-9889 
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Alleyway Cleanup Scheduled

The Monticello Street Department will be milling many of the alleys in the city on August 7 & 8, followed by two layers of chip/seal. In preparation for the large machinery required to do this project, the Street Department will be trimming all trees and shrubs that are in the right of way, so the machines can get through. 

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