Project updates in Village of Monroe

Monroe - With the year drawing to a close, The Photo News asked Village of Monroe Building Inspector Jay Wilkens for updates on a series of recent proposals. Here’s his rundown: • The old Marilyn in Monroe site next to Monroe Ford that was to be the site of a bank and Dunkin’ Donuts. Wilkens said absolutely nothing is happening, although you can grab a Cappuccino pretty soon at the Harriman Commons mall where that project is going full speed ahead. • The old Feder’s site at the intersection of Route 17M and Stage Road; the excavation work being done at the site is for an environmental study required by a mortgage company. • The old Roller Skating rink property next to Rallye Motors had gotten a major facelift. A plumbing supply company will occupy 60 percent of the building and the Rug Store the remainder. • The James Motel site. The village turned down a proposal to building a senior citizen housing complex in favor of a higher tax ratable. • The Monroe Volunteer Ambulance Corps building. Approval for a new building at the corner of Route 17M and Orchard Terrace (adjacent to Provident Bank) is expected shortly. Construction to begin in two to three months. • The old bowling alley site on Route 17M. There had been speculation that a retail store was to built on the site, but nothing has been submitted to the planning board. • A small strip mall is proposed for the old railroad station on Spring Street.