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Monroe Photo Tour
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Norwalk, CT 06851
203-851-5144
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A picturesque
community, Monroe is characterized by its countryside charm and
small-town convenience. Similar to the rest of Fairfield County, Monroe
has the attributes of a quaint New England society with a touch of
Southern pace. The town is adorned by handsome antique properties,
expansive parks and attractive domiciles.
Monroe is a rapidly growing community. Located in the upper eastern
corner of Fairfield County, the town is conveniently intersected by
Connecticut Routes 25, 34, 59, 110 and 111; the Merritt Parkway (CT-15),
Connecticut Turnpike (I-95) and Interstate 84 are located nearby.
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Population
7,520 |
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Area
26.0 square miles
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Schools
Serving a student population
of 4,090, the Monroe school district employs 273 full-time classroom
teachers, equaling a 15 to 1 student/teacher ratio. Ninety percent of
Masuk High School graduates in 2003 attended institutes of higher
learning, including several of the most competitive colleges and
universities nationwide.
Monroe students are encouraged to develop critical thinking and problem
solving skills. In addition, great emphasis is put on interpersonal
communication, a life skill essential in today’s culture.
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Schools - Public
Elementary Schools
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Fawn Hollow Elementary School (K-4)
345 Fan Hill Road 203-452-5846
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Monroe Elementary School (PreK-4)
375 Monroe Turnpike 203-452-2870
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Stepney Elementary School (K-4)
180 Old Newtown Road 203-452-5870
Middle
Secondary
Collegiate
Housatonic Community
College
900 Lafayette Boulevard, Bridgeport: Founded in 1967, Housatonic
Community College serves Southwestern Connecticut and is a member of the
Connecticut Community-Technical College system. The college moved into
its state-of-the-art campus in downtown Bridgeport in 1997.
Sacred Heart University
5151 Park Avenue, Fairfield: Sacred Heart University was founded in
1963 by the Reverend Walter W. Curtis and was the first Catholic
university in the United States to be led and staffed by lay people.
Esteemed for the individual attention it provides students, Sacred Heart
University is best known for its commitment to academic excellence and
community service.
University of Bridgeport
126 Park Avenue, Bridgeport: The University of Bridgeport is an
international, doctoral university with outstanding academic programs.
Students can earn degrees in many undergraduate and graduate degree
programs. The university employs 200 full and part-time faculty members.
Western Connecticut State University
181 White Street, Danbury: Part of the Connecticut State University
school system, WestConn prides itself on having a strong liberal arts
foundation where skills in problem solving, critical thinking and
communication are emphasized. The university provides a gamut of
interdisciplinary programs and offers great opportunities for
cooperative, experiential and internship experiences. WestConn is
committed to promoting a diverse cultural environment where freedom of
expression is achieved through mutual respect.
School Profile 2005-2006
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Medical
Facilities
Bridgeport Hospital
267 Grant Street, Bridgeport: Bridgeport Hospital is a private,
not-for-profit hospital with 425 licensed beds, 2,000 employees, 500
active attending physicians representing 70 subspecialties. There are
180 medical/surgical residents and fellows in programs affiliated with
Yale University School of Medicine.
Griffin Hospital
130 Division Street, Derby: Griffin Hospital is a 160 bed facility
serving Planetree, a not-for-profit international organization that
works with other hospitals and healthcare centers to provide
patient-centered care in healing environments. In 1995, Griffin won the
Design Award from The Center for Health Design, recognizing their
architectural conception, one promoting well-being and healing.
Monroe Volunteer Emergency Medical Service
The town volunteer EMS serves Monroe residents by providing timely
pre-hospital care to the sick.
Park City Primary Health Center
64 Black Rock Avenue, Bridgeport: Part of the Bridgeport Community
Health Center, this organization offers medical care for infants,
children, teens and adults. Additionally, the center provides
screenings, physicals, sick visits, counseling, immunizations and
on-site communicable disease testing.
Saint Vincent’s Medical Center
2800 Main Street, Bridgeport: Saint Vincent's is a major, 397 bed acute
care hospital with an active medical staff of 450 physicians. The
hospital has been recognized as one of the top 100 heart hospitals in
the United States, representing an ample range of more than 50 specialty
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Recreation
Great Hollow Lake
454 Purdy Hill Road: Located within Wolfe Park, this 16 acre man-made
lake is comprised of a 700 foot beach that accommodates swimming,
fishing and non-motorized boating. The lake is the only trout park
located in Fairfield County that has been designated by the State of
Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection.
Lake Zoar Boat Ramp
Roosevelt Drive: Located just upstream of the Stevenson Dam, the ramp is
accessible to all Monroe residents. Open year-round, nature enthusiasts
are given ample opportunity for fishing and boating. A day at the lake
is a great way to spend your weekend!
Monroe Library
7 Fan Hill Road: Offering over 75,000 books to the public, the library
serves as Monroe’s primary access to information. A knowledgeable and
well-trained staff is available to assist those desiring to take
advantage of the great services, materials, equipment and programs the
library provides.
Paugussett Trail
East Village Road: One of Connecticut’s “Blue Blaze” trails, The
Paugussett is an 8.7 mile byway featuring some of Monroe’s greatest
features: the Indian Well Falls, statuesque views of the Housatonic
Valley, Stevenson Dam, and Lake Zoar. The trail extends from Indian Well
State Park to East Village, Monroe.
Stevenson Dam
Route 34: Located on the Housatonic River, the Stevenson Dam was built
in 1919 and includes a boat ramp and private swimming area. The Dam was
originally constructed by the Connecticut Light and Power Company to
produce hydroelectric power; it is now a popular spot for fishing
enthusiasts.
Webb Mountain Park
Webb Circle: A delightful setting for hikers, Webb Mountain Park is
comprised of 136 woodland acres teeming with interlacing trails. Located
in the northeastern corner on Monroe, its hilly topography poses a
challenge to visitors. Also included are nine marked camping sites.
Whitney Farms Golf Course
175 Shelton Road: This 18-hole golf course was originally purchased by
the Whitneys as a farm with rare horse breeding stables. The facility
opened as a golf course in 1982 and holds sightly ponds and views. Slope
levels range from 124 to 130; yardage extends from 5832 to 6628.
William E. Wolfe Park
285 Cutlers Farm Road: Encompassing 379 acres of land, Wolfe Park holds
two lighted basketball courts, four soccer fields, seven ball fields,
eight tennis courts and an outdoor 25 meter swimming pool. Other
amenities include three playgrounds, two bathhouses, hiking trails,
picnic areas, a 16 acre lake for swimming and fishing, non-motorized
boating, concessions, vending, parking for over 500 vehicles and much
more!
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Volunteer Services
Animal Adoption Network Incorporated, Family Services,
Monroe Animal Shelter, Monroe Emergency Medical Service, Monroe Fire
Rescue, Monroe Food Pantry, Monroe Historical Society, Monroe Social
Services
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Transportation
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Amtrak Railroad
transportation provides 14 trains daily to Bridgeport, the only
service stopping between New Haven and Stamford.
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Connecticut Routes 25,
34 and 111
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Metro-North Commuter
Railway provides 63 trains daily to Bridgeport, and is a 75-80
minute train ride to New York City.
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The Greater Bridgeport
Transit Authority operates a family of bus transit services in the
Greater Bridgeport Connecticut Area with services provided
throughout Bridgeport, Fairfield, Stratford and Trumbull. Route 111
services extend to Monroe. Additional services include extensive
minibus assistance for riders with disabilities.
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Accommodations
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Amerisuites, Shelton 203-925-5900
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Arcade
Hotel, Bridgeport 203-333-9376
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Hilton
Garden Inn, Shelton 203-447-1000
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Holiday Inn, Bridgeport 203-334-1234
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Homewood Suites by Hilton, Stratford 203-377-3322
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Historical Sites
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Daniel Basset House: Erected in 1750
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East Village Barn Hill Schoolhouse:
Erected in 1790
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East Village Meeting Hall: Erected in
1811
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Eliot Beardsley Homestead: Erected in
1760
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