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Bridget A. Monroe

Councilmember, Northwest District2024-2027

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At a glance

News mentions
10

Term ending Dec 31, 2027.

Voice

Meetings spoken in
28
Total speaking time
2:31:20
Avg per meeting
5:24
Segments
2515

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Top issues during term (20)(General)

medium↑Jun 2026[20]

state investment

It injects a fresh pool of state dollars right into our local economy to fund city projects without putting the squeeze on your wallet.

medium↑Oct 2026[15]

Golisano Way street memorialization

No direct cost to residents — it's an honorary renaming on the city's Official Map.

medium↑Oct 2026[10]

gun buyback

While the exact cost wasn't dropped, buying back hundreds of guns usually means trading city funds for fewer weapons on the streets.

high↑Sep 2026[7]

sanctuary city status

Keeping the current policies avoids costly legal battles and potential federal funding cuts that could hit local taxpayers hard.

medium↑Oct 2026[5]

solar farm zoning

Property values and local energy costs could shift as a result of this massive green energy installation.

medium↑Nov 2026[5]

landfill odor complaint

The landfill operator could face new costs for odor controls or state compliance, while nearby homeowners may worry about property values if the problem drags on.

high↑Jul 2026[5]

public space regulations

It could save the city some cash on cleanup and late-night enforcement costs.

high↑Jul 2026[5]

public gathering ban

Potential fines for rule-breakers could hit your wallet, but the city might save a bit on late-night emergency response costs.

medium↑Oct 2026[5]

leaf collection services

The city covers the collection cost, and residents avoid paying for private leaf disposal if they follow the schedule.

medium↑Oct 2026[5]

streetscape project

While short-term construction might slow down foot traffic, the upgrades aim to boost property values and draw more customers down the road.

medium↓Aug 2026[4]

lake renaming

Zero direct costs, though it could waste time and taxpayer-funded resources on political arguments.

medium↓Sep 2026[2]

sanctuary city lawsuit

Rochester taxpayers dodged a bullet and saved thousands in potential ongoing legal defense fees now that the lawsuit is history.

medium↓Aug 2026[2]

geographic naming dispute

It's basically a free form of political protest, so it won't cost taxpayers a dime unless the feds decide to get petty with funding.

critical↓Jul 2026[2]

Gun Involved Violence Elimination (GIVE) Grant

State grant funding allocation

medium↓Aug 2026[2]

lake naming resolution

Zero dollars spent on map updates or rebranding, saving taxpayers a totally unnecessary headache.

medium↓Dec 2024[0]

public market sustainability

These eco-upgrades will likely lower utility and waste bills for the city over time.

medium↓Mar 2025[0]

micromobility program

Riders will pay per trip to use the bikes and scooters, with no direct tax increases funding the rollout.

medium↓Jul 2026[0]

overnight gathering ban

It could save the city some cash on cleanup and noise complaint overtime, but taxpayers might foot the bill for extra police patrols.

medium↓Jul 2026[0]

youth curfews

Enforcing a new curfew could strain police budgets with extra overtime and potential legal fees if the city gets sued.

medium↓Jul 2026[0]

assembly restriction

Permit fees and potential fines for unauthorized gatherings could end up costing local event organizers.

Decisions during term (3)

Recorded while Monroe was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.