On March 13, 2019 Mount Vernon City Council passed Ordinance 3780 declaring an emergency, adopting interim control regulations for severe weather shelters to provide temporary housing of the homeless during severe weather events. Read on...

The City of Mount Vernon is undertaking the planning process for submission of its Consolidated Plan 2019 Action Plan to HUD. The Consolidated Plan is the planning and application requirement for City’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). Read on...

Single family residence, owner occupied duplex, tri-plex and 4-plex customers located within Mount Vernon City limits can dispose of 1 average load each (3 separate loads) of garbage, recycling & yard waste at the City Shop Complex FREE OF CHARGE! Read on...

Please click on the link to view infographics outlining City efforts to address homelessness and temporary vs. permanent accommodations for the homeless, as well as the City's Problem Elimination & Reduction Team (PERT) actions taken. Read on...

Please click on the link to view the City of Mount Vernon's 2018 Strategic Goals and Work Plan Year End Report. Read on...

We receive a number of questions about roundabouts in the City of Mount Vernon - please click the link for tips and information on how to correctly and safely navigate our roundabouts. Read on...

The City of Mount Vernon is updating the Parks and Recreation Comprehensive Plan, and Mayor Jill Boudreau and Mount Vernon Parks and Enrichment Services Director William King are seeking your input. Read on...

The City of Mount Vernon has established legislative priorities for 2019. Please click on the following link for details. Read on...

Staying current on City-related events and postings has become much easier for local residents. A mobile version of the City of Mount Vernon's webpage is now available for all Apple and Android phone users. Read on...