Tourism Advisory Board
The Tourism Board serves in an advisory capacity to the City Manager and the City Council in the expenditure of funds and in the operation of the Tourism Department.
Overview
The Tourism Advisory Board was established by Chapter 32, Section 5(B) of the Mt. Vernon Revised Code of Ordinances. The commission consists of nine appointed members and 3 non-voting ex officio members. The nine appointed members serve a three-year term and are appointed by the Mayor with the advice of the City Council. The ex officio members consist of the Mayor of Mt. Vernon, Chairman of the Jefferson County Board and the President of the Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce.
Meetings
- 3rd Tuesday of every month
Members
| Name | Position | Appointed by | Term Ends |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shelia Jolly-Scrivner | Member | City of Mt. Vernon | 4/30/2025 |
| Mark Carbonaro | Member | City of Mt. Vernon | 4/30/2025 |
| Brock York | Member | City of Mt. Vernon | 9/3/2027 |
| Sara Sledge | Member | City of Mt. Vernon | 4/30/2027 |
| Bill Pixley | Member | City of Mt. Vernon | 4/30/2027 |
| Joyce Secrest | Member | City of Mt. Vernon | 4/30/2027 |
| Shari Copple | Member | City of Mt. Vernon | 4/30/2025 |
| Brandon McPherson | Member | City of Mt. Vernon | 9/3/2027 |
| Rosa Romo | Member | City of Mt. Vernon | 12/2/2027 |
Contact Us
1100 Main Street
Mount Vernon IL 62864
(618) 242-5000
cityhall@mtvernon.com