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County Information
Monroe County, Michigan was established in July, 1817. Located at 106 East First Street Monroe, Michigan 48161. You can reach us at 1-888-354-5500.
Monroe County, Michigan is Michigan's southeasternmost County, and is Michigan's only port on Lake Erie. It is situated directly between Detroit to the north and Toledo, Ohio to the south, with proximity to other cities like Ann Arbor, Michigan and Windsor, Ontario. Its estimated population in January 2009 was 153,817.
Monroe County is characterized by urban and industrial development along its eastern shoreline, and agriculture in its western sector. It has two coal-fired power plants, and one nuclear power plant. The lakeshore offers many fishing and boating opportunities, and harbors North America's only International Wildlife Refuge.
Monroe County has a rich historic legacy, having been the adopted home of General George Armstrong Custer, and the site of the Battle of the River Raisin, part of the War of 1812, which took place on January 23rd, 1813.
Events
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MEETING CANCELED
Finance Committee
Monroe County Board of Commissioners Chambers
Tuesday, February 9, 2010 - 5:00 p.m.
Agenda (pdf)
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MEETING CANCELED
Monroe County Board of Commissioners
Regular Meeting
Tuesday, February 9, 2010 - 7:00 p.m.
Agenda (pdf)
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Skywarn Spotter Training
Meyer Theater - La-Z-Boy Center
Hours: 7 - 9 PM
Date: February 24, 2010
Please click here to register.
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Rabies Vaccination Clinic
Monroe County Animal Control Office
Hours: Noon until 4:00 p.m.
Dates: Jan. 13, Jan. 27, Feb. 10, Feb. 24
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COUNTY OF MONROE
SEEKING APPLICATIONS
The Monroe County Board of Commissioners is seeking applications from Monroe County residents to serve on the following:
Monroe County Retiree Health Care Board – One Citizen-At-Large Representative
Interested individuals must submit a Letter of Interest and a brief resume to the Office of the Monroe County Board of Commissioners no later than 5:00 p.m., Friday, February 12, 2010. Letters of Interest and resumes may be faxed or e-mailed.
Applicants will be interviewed for the position on Monday, February 22, 2010, at 2:30 p.m., in the Board of Commissioners Committee Room, located on the first floor of the courthouse annex.
Monroe County Board of Commissioners
Attention: Vickie Koczman – vickie_koczman@monroemi.org
125 E. Second Street
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 240-7003
(734) 240-7004
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