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Auditor
The City Auditor’s main responsibility is to protect and to enhance the fiscal integrity of the city, while promoting city-wide initiatives.
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Cemetery
Mound View Cemetery is located in the northern part of Mount Vernon and is owned and operated by the City of Mount Vernon. It is made up of just over 61 acres.
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Engineering
The primary objectives of the City Engineering Department are projects and records management and permitting. The Department maintains a wide variety of permanent records such as water, wastewater and storm water lines, permits, maps of all types and various other historical documents related to the operation of the City.
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Human Resources
We welcome your interest in working for the City of Mount Vernon. Click on our ‘Career Opportunities’ links to view our current open positions. Interested in an internship opportunity? Contact Denise Neff in the Office of Human Resources for more information.
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Fire
The Mount Vernon Fire Department was established in 1849. The first paid firefighters were appointed in 1891. Initially, there were three fire stations located at the intersection of Mansfield Avenue and Curtis Street, on West Vine Street between Mechanic Street and West Street, and on North Gay Street between the Methodist and Episcopal churches. In 1914, the City closed two of the stations and concentrated its equipment and workforce to the Gay Street location.
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Income Tax
Tax Rate 2.0% as of January 1, 2018. Credit of Tax paid to another city not to exceed 1% (effective 2005 tax year)
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Law Director
View staff, contact information, and more of the Law Director Department.
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Mayor
Welcome to the City of Mount Vernon. Founded in 1805 and named after George Washington’s home, Mount Vernon has been selected as one of Ohio’s Best Home Towns. We are home to over 17,000 residents, in 7,200 households, offer a wide variety of business and industry, and are growing in many ways, which provides for a vibrant community full of opportunities.
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Municipal Court
View staff, contact information, and more for the Municipal Court.
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Police
Mission Statement: “The Mount Vernon Police Department is dedicated to making communities safer through innovative problem solving and cooperative partnerships."
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Property Maintenance Enforcement
The Property Maintenance Code Enforcement department is responsible for enforcing the City’s Property Maintenance Code (Chapter 1300, Codified Ordinances of the City of Mount Vernon) and the City’s Vacant Commercial, Industrial and Institutional Building Program (Chapter 1323, Codified Ordinances of the City of Mount Vernon).
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Public Buildings & Land
View staff, contact information, and more of the Public Buildings & Land Department.
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Parks & Recreation
Looking for things to do in Mount Vernon? Be sure not to miss the many parks and regular events happening around town! Check back often for new opportunities to get out and explore America's Hometown.
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Safety Service
The Safety Service Director has the responsibility to oversee the day-to-day operations of the City. The mission of the Safety Service Office is to provide effective and efficient city services that improve the lives and experiences of the residents of, and visitors to, the City of Mount Vernon.
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Street
View contact information, staff, and more of the Street Department.
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Water & Wastewater
Learn how to check for links, freeze credits, and more.