Mayor & Council

The City of Mt. Vernon operates under a council–manager form of government. The City Council is made up of the Mayor and four Council Members, each serving staggered four-year terms. The Mayor is elected separately and serves as the ceremonial head of the City while leading Council meetings and representing Mt. Vernon at official functions.

The Mayor and Council Members work together to represent residents, plan for the future, and ensure Mt. Vernon continues to be a great place to live, work, and visit.

What the City Council Does

The City Council is the decision-making body for Mt. Vernon. Together, the Mayor and Council Members set goals, create policies, and make choices that shape the future of our community.

The Council focuses on things like:

• Community growth and development
• Street, water, and infrastructure improvements
• Public safety and city services
• Budget and financial planning
• Parks, recreation, and quality of life projects

The Council hires a City Manager to oversee daily operations, manage staff, and make sure Council policies are carried out. The City Manager provides recommendations and updates to the Council, but final decisions are made by the elected members.

Council Responsibilities

Some of the main responsibilities of the Mt. Vernon City Council include:

• Setting policies for planning, traffic, safety, and public works
• Adopting the annual city budget and approving spending
• Appointing the City Manager
• Establishing departments and city boards or commissions
• Reviewing reports, studies, and city plans
• Investigating city operations to ensure transparency and accountability
• Approving bond issues and other major financial actions

Meetings and Public Access

City Council meetings are open to the public, and residents are encouraged to stay informed and involved. You can attend meetings in person, review past agendas and minutes, or watch recordings posted on the City of Mt. Vernon Facebook page.

Agendas & Minutes (2021–Present)

Stay informed about what’s happening in your community. Here you can view and download City Council meeting agendas and minutes from 2021 to the present.

Meeting Calendar

Find upcoming City Council meetings and other scheduled public sessions. Meeting dates, times, and locations are listed here so residents can plan to attend or follow along.

Council Archive (2016–2020)

Looking for older meeting records? The Council Archive provides access to agendas and minutes from 2016 through 2020.