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1. How do I make a public records request?

Please click on the link below:

Public Records Request

Police Public Records Request

2. How do I report a claim against the City?

Claim for Damages forms and instructions are available in the City Finance Department, Attorney's Office, or you may use the Claim for Damages form provided on this web site. PLEASE MAKE COPIES FOR YOUR RECORDS PRIOR TO SUBMITTAL TO THE CITY.

Claim Packet

3. What happens to a claim after it is submitted to the City Attorney's Office?

Once the Claim Information has been received it will be forwarded to the City's insurance pool, Washington Cities Insurance Authority (WCIA). WCIA will proceed with an investigation of the claim and respond to the claimant directly regardless of whether the claim has been accepted or denied.

4. What is the function of the Mount Vernon Prosecuting Attorney's Office?

The Mount Vernon Prosecuting Attorney only handles the prosecution of criminal misdemeanors and infractions committed within the city limits of Mount Vernon.

For information regarding felony cases, misdemeanors that occur outside the city limits of Mount Vernon and juvenile cases please contact the Skagit County Prosecuting Attorney's Office at 605 S. 3rd Street, Mount Vernon, WA 98273 (360) 336-9460.

5. Where can I get a copy of a city ordinance or resolution?

Copies of all city ordinances and resolutions are available upon request at the Finance Department (336-6207). This site also carries the Mount Vernon Municipal Code which contains codified ordinances. You can also find a copy of the Municipal Code in the Mount Vernon City Library.