September 11, 2020
Dear Neighbors and Friends,
I apologize for the confusion and frustration caused by my previous message. We encourage the members of our community to participate in the memorial ceremony by watching the live stream available on https://www.facebook.com/Village-of-Monroe-New-York-2243562315738370. However, for those comfortable attending in person, we ask that you follow proper social distancing protocols.
Please understand that at no point was there an intention to make people feel unwelcome; rather the purpose was to be inclusive. After many requests from community members for an opportunity to watch the ceremony from home, a plan was developed to provide a virtual ceremony. Impressed by the cooperation of so many people to do so I explained the plan, perhaps in too much detail. I see now how those details may have given the impression that there would be no room for the public.
I pray that we can come together as a community to remember those we lost 19 years ago, those who died as a result of 9/11 diseases, and those who continue to suffer today with health issues.
Sincerely,
Neil S Dwyer
Mayor, Village of Monroe
