Monroe Oregon is located in South-East Benton County and nestled in the foothills of the Coast Range. Strategically positioned in the mid-Willamette Valley, the City of Monroe is between Corvallis and Oregon State University to the north and Eugene with the University of Oregon to the south. This unique location offers very diverse opportunities including hiking and mountain biking, fishing on the Alsea River, Division I sports at both Oregon State University and the University of Oregon, or wine tasting at local wineries. Monroe’s beautiful natural surroundings offers an attractive site for business and tourist development.
What’s New
Monroe BBQ & Logging Festival May 18, 2024
Join us for the Inaugural Monroe BBQ & Logging Festival in Downtown Monroe, Oregon! Starting on Saturday, May 18, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., enjoy live music, local food vendors, and a BBQ Competition featuring top competitors. BBQ tastings, cash prizes, an antique log truck show, local artisans, food trucks, and family-friendly activities await! Don’t miss out on this exciting event!
Would you like to Volunteer? Apply Here!
Enhanced Waste Service Starts June 1st
The Monroe City Council passed adding weekly recycling and yard debris services to the existing waste pickup during their Special Council Session on April 10, 2024. Recycling and Yard Debris carts will be delivered in May and the new services will start in June More information can be found here about the new services.
New Speed Limit
At the request of residents, Monroe City Council petitioned the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) to reduce the speed in Monroe’s downtown core from 30 MPH to 25 MPH. On April 18, 2024, ODOT granted the request and will schedule the replacement of the existing 30 MPH signs as soon as possible.
Budget Committee Recruitment
Do you have an interest in knowing the details on how your tax dollars are spent and want to help your City? The City of Monroe is recruiting citizens to serve on the Budget Committee. Members of the Budget Committee are vital to supporting the City’s budget process by providing citizen input that help shape the City’s finances for the next fiscal year. If you are interested, please fill out the application here or pick up an application at City Hall.