Monroe Houses community center reopens after a nearly $4.5 million renovation

After years of waiting, the residents of Monroe Houses finally got to walk back into their newly renovated community center.Council Member Amanda Farías joined Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson, NYCHA officials, Monroe Houses Tenant Association leaders and residents on Sept. 16 for a ribbon cutting celebrating the completion of the nearly $4.5 million renovation.The project was years in the making and faced several setbacks along the way. Early issues with funding and the scope of th