Monroe, Prop. 1: Levy would add parks, police staff

I’m voting yes for Monroe Proposition 1.

The parks in Monroe are a treasure to our way of life. But their beauty, availability and safety take resources to maintain. Monroe Proposition 1 on the Nov. 5 general election ballot would provide funding to add four new parks maintenance workers and two new public safety officers.

Since 2008, the city has added 81 acres of parkland but only one new maintenance staff member. We have 288 acres and only six staff members to care for them. National standards say we should have three times this amount. As for public safety, the two new positions increase the city’s ability to proactively provide basic public safety and code enforcement needed to maintain our quality of life.

For about an $11 a month increase in taxes to the average homeowner, we can continue to safely enjoy our wonderful parks and great quality of life. That is why I plan to vote yes for Proposition 1. I invite you to join me in supporting our parks and police departments.

Becky Hasart

Monroe