Category: Mount Vernon Mayor Matt Starr

Big Things Are on Tap for Mount Vernon in 2025!

On the Morning Thing today (Friday, December 27), Mayor Matt Starr talks about several things that residents in Mount Vernon can look forward to in the new year.

Click HERE to Hear the Full Conversation.

Mayor Starr starts with infrastructure updates including sidewalks on the south side of town which will make school zones safer, the State Route 13 relocation that is in progress and improvements to the Splash Pad.

One of the biggest items on the city’s agenda surrounds the upcoming Listening Tour to discuss the development of new municipal facilities—including a police station, a city hall annex, and a municipal court building.

Mayor Starr also gives an update on what the City Council, Police and Fire Departments are up to in 2025.

Click HERE to visit the City of Mount Vernon’s website.

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November 2024 Spotlight on Mount Vernon with Mayor Matt Starr

Mount Vernon Mayor Matt Starr shared updates on the City with The Morning Thing on Friday, 11/29/24.

Click HERE to hear the full conversation.

Topics included:

  • A discussion about current construction and maintenance projects for the city. He shares the progress of these projects:
  • Northend culverts on Old Mansfield Rd, storm water problems as well.
  • East Vine St sidewalk project
  • Catherine St. project
  • New Court House Design

  • Mayor Starr gives updates from City Departments:
    • Engineering – entered into a contract with the county for the Knox Cattle Company dam
    • Streets and Parks – preparing for winter, leaf pickup, snowplow names and installation of new LED bulbs for streetlights
    • Public Buildings and Lands – construction update, water hydrants, and replacing sidewalks on the public square
    • Revamping of the Auditor’s office
    • Sidewalks on public square – 1260 square feet have been replaced so that it is safer for people to walk
    • Public Utilities – update on the Water and Wastewater Plant (concerning Ohio EPA-mandated phosphorus reduction in the outflow).  
    • Parks Department – park bathrooms are being *winterized*. Getting downtown ready for CHRISTMAS!! Update on the Splash Pad project
  • Mayor Starr shares his thoughts about the election results over the two referendums that failed. He shares the plan for those areas. We also talk about voter turnout.
  • Mayor Starr talks about the city’s electric aggregation program. There was some recent concern after residents received a letter from AEP. Energy Harbor sold to Dynegy (new company).
  • Mayor Starr shares updates from Mount Vernon City Council:
    • Wastewater Treatment Plant update
    • Latest news on the new police station and municipal courthouse. The City Council has authorized the design phase. Legislation is approved that is allowing requests for qualifications. Courthouse RFQ’s have come in.
    • Reserve balance account. Rainy day fund.
    • Camping in parks for educational community events.
    • Columbus Delano fields. Pollinator gardens.
  • Mayor Starr shares an update from the Mount Vernon Police Department.
    • New tasers
    • Welcome to new Officer Brookhunter.
  • Mayor Starr shares an update from the Mount Vernon Fire Department.
    • Update on Training
    • Grant from Homeland Security for hazmat equipment
  • Jeff Gottke, Area Development Director went on a trip with Knox Pages to Sherwood, Oregon. Their goal was to gather information about how an Intel plant impacted an area that is similar to Mount Vernon. The project is called “Intel – Beyond the Chip”. Mayor Starr shares some important findings that Jeff brought back to him and his administration. A full report is coming next week. Growth can happen to us or with us.
  • Mount Vernon Mayor Matt Starr shares a list of events on the December Calendar including the new budgeting process for 2025.
  • Mayor Starr shares his immediate goals for December and how we can pray for him and his team.


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October 2024 Spotlight on Mount Vernon with Mayor Matt Starr

Mount Vernon Mayor Matt Starr shared updates on the City with The Morning Thing on Friday, 10/25/24.
We also talked with special guest Jeff Gottke, President of the Area Development Foundation.

Click HERE to hear the full conversation.

Topics included:

  • A discussion about current construction and maintenance projects for the city. He shares the progress of these projects:
    • Mansfield Road
    • Moving Lime, making it available for farmers
  • Mayor Starr gives updates on other projects for the City:
    • Demolition Work has begun on the Splash Pad for Riverside Park
    • Harmony Playground
    • Water Meter and Flood Plane Elevation Study on the West End
    • Water Line inventory for EPA compliance
    • Courthouse and Police Station Design Requests
    • Mayor Starr shares an update in the City Auditor’s in the City Auditor’s Position and the appointment of a permanent auditor. Paul Mayville has been sworn in and is working hard with his team to find the best systems for the city.
  • Mayor Starr shares updates from Mount Vernon City Council:
    • The dedication of “Liberty Plaza” at American Heritage Park, 10/28 at 10am
    • Collective Bargaining Agreement with Ohio Civil Service Employees Association
    • Training and certifications for city employees
    • Pay Grades for the workforce
    • Servitus Event
  • Mayor Starr shares an update from the Mount Vernon Police Department.
    • Recognition for Lieutenant Rex Young from the Ohio Attorney General’s office for scenario-based training
    • Service Call Stats for September
    • Community Advocate stats for September
  • Mayor Starr shares an update from the Mount Vernon Fire Department.
    • Swearing In Ceremony
    • Fire Prevention Week Annual Open House
    • Daylight Savings Time ends 11/3. It is a good time to check the batteries in your smoke detectors.
  • Mount Vernon Mayor Matt Starr is joined by Jeff Gottke, President of the Area Development Foundation for our Spotlight. Jeff talks about several businesses that have recently closed in Mount Vernon – Big Lots and Ride Aid Pharmacy. These are corporate chain stores.
  • Jeff Gottke, President of the Area Development Foundation talks about a projected decline in Ohio’s population. He shares the trends that we are seeing in the city of Mount Vernon. He shares stats on our aging population and birth rates.

    He shares that we should focus on 3 things:
    1. keep building housing that is a mix of types and price points
    2. quality of life issues (parks, restaurants, retails, downtown attractions, outdoor activities)
    3. attracting and retaining young people and young families
  • Jeff Gottke, President of the Area Development Foundation talks about his trip with Knox Pages to Sherwood, Oregon to gather information about how an Intel plant impacted an area that is similar to Mount Vernon. The project is called “Intel – Beyond the Chip”.
    • He talks about the main goals of this trip.
    • He shares what the group has discovered so far and who they have been talking to in this community.
    • He also shares the information that the group wants to share with our city administration and also with the residents of our community.
  • Mayor Starr and Jeff Gottke, President of the Area Development Foundation talk about the upcoming Comprehensive Plan update on 10/29 at 5:30pm at The Woodward Opera House.
    • The public was asked to provide feedback on things they treasure about Knox County and identify specific spots around the county that need to be replicated or improved.
    • 1,200 participants
    • 10,000 different pieces of data
    • They have a robust data set.
    • This data will be presented to the public with 10 principles with goals under each principle.
    • A panel discussion with experts on rural growth will happen at 6pm.
    • After the panel, stations will be setup around the Woodward Theater in the hallway where the public can view the data and provide their feedback.
    • The next step will be to put all feedback into a draft plan that will then be presented to the public.
    • There will be 4 different opportunities for residents to public input. 
  • Mount Vernon Mayor Matt Starr shares a list of events on the November Calendar:
    – Leaf Pickup for the City (and instructions)
    – Trick or Treating is October 31, 5:30pm – 7pm
  • Mayor Starr shares his immediate goals for November:
    – Comprehensive Plan Engagement – go to togetherknox.org and participate in sharing feedback
    – City Budget Process
    – Ironing out issues in the Auditor’s Office, updating software and simplifying the bill paying and payroll procedures
    – Election Day is Tuesday, 11/5 – Mayor Starr encourages everyone to vote

To stay in touch with the City, go to:

  • Website – http://www.mountvernonohio.org
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September 2024 Spotlight on Mount Vernon with Mayor Matt Starr

Mount Vernon Mayor Matt Starr shared updates on the City with The Morning Thing on Friday, 9/27/24.

Click HERE to hear the full conversation.

Topics included:

  • A discussion about current construction and maintenance projects for the city. He shares the progress of these projects:
    • Mansfield Road
    • North End Bike Path
    • Update on the $500,000 critical infrastructure grant that is being used for a street improvement project for West Burgess Street and West Hamtramck Street
  • Mayor Starr gives updates on other projects for the City:
    • Update from the Engineering Department on the Water Meter and Flood Plain Inventory Study.
    • Mayor Starr shares information about another grant for the City – a $750,000 Neighborhood Revitalization Grant.
    • Mayor Starr shares an update in the City Auditor’s Position and the appointment of an interim auditor. Samantha Ramsier has been appointed to take over for Terry Scott who has retired.
  • Mayor Starr shares updates from Mount Vernon City Council:
    • Tax Levy Rates
    • Permission to dispose of some police vehicles and other various equipment
    • One Time Community Improvement Funds through the Ohio General Assembly (surplus from the State Budget) – $2 million dollars for design and construction of the new Mount Vernon Police Station
    • Created a new TIF (Tax Increment Financing) District
    • Change of traffic direction on West Hamtramck and West Burgess Streets

  • Mayor Starr shares an update from the Mount Vernon Police Department.
    • Calls for service
    • Recognition for Lieutenant Rex Young from the Ohio Attorney General’s office for scenario-based training
  • Mayor Starr shares an update from the Mount Vernon Fire Department.
    • Calls for service
    • Fire Hydrant flushing
    • Swearing in 3 new full-time officers and promoting 3 officers
  • Mayor Starr talks about two referendums on the November ballot for voters. Both referendums are citizen-driven referendums based on opposition to City Council approvals earlier this year. He discusses the Edgewood Road proposed project and the rezoning project on Vernonview Drive. He shares the administration’s perspective on both issues and what has made them so controversial.
  • Mayor Starr shares a list of events planned for the City in October.
    10/7 – Early Voting begins, and absentee ballots will be mailed out
    10/10 – Open House at the Mount Vernon Fire Department in honor of Fire Prevention Week
    10/12 – Servitas – Event hosted by the Knox County Career Center Junior ROTC Challenge. All members of the military will be represented. 29 teams will be competing in different physical challenges.
    10/29 – Comprehensive Plan Update
    10/31 – Trick or Treating for Mount Vernon, 5:30pm – 7pm
  • He shares goals for October and shares how we can pray for him and his team.
    – Splash Pad at Riverside Park
    – New year-round restroom at Harmony Park Playground
    – C A & C Depot work on the Liberty Plaza and American Heritage Park
    – Projects in West Foundation Park and on North Catherine Street
    – West End Flood Plain Elevation Study

To stay in touch with the City, go to:

  • Website – http://www.mountvernonohio.org
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August 2024 Spotlight on Mount Vernon with Mayor Matt Starr

Mount Vernon Mayor Matt Starr shared updates on the City with The Morning Thing on Friday, 8/30/24.

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Topics included:

  • A discussion about current construction and maintenance projects for the city. He shared an update and timeline for construction near Dan Emmett Elementary School.
  • An update on other Mount Vernon City Departments
  • Updates from Mount Vernon City Council
  • Updates from the Mount Vernon Police Department
  • Updates from the Mount Vernon Fire Department
  • Update on the Together Knox Community-Driven Project
  • Discussion on the special awards given out during the 2024 Mount Vernon Music & Arts Festival
  • Upcoming events on the City’s calendar in September
  • Immediate goals for September
  • The retirement of Mount Vernon City Auditor Terry Scott
  • Insight into projects on the horizon for Mount Vernon
  • How we can pray for him and his team

To stay in touch with the City, go to:

  • Website – http://www.mountvernonohio.org
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July 2024 Spotlight on Mount Vernon with Mayor Matt Starr

Mount Vernon Mayor Matt Starr shared updates on the City with The Morning Thing on Friday, 7/26/24.

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Topics included:

  • A discussion about current construction and maintenance projects for the city. He shares the progress of these projects:
    • North end construction – complete reconstruction of Nuce and Marma Drive
    • 586 concrete and grading work for sidewalks and crosswalks
    • CA & C Depot concrete parking lot
    • Splash Pad and Pavilion construction
    • North Catherine Street
    • West End water meter inspections and replacements and flood plane inventory
  • Mayor Starr gives an update from City Departments:
    • Recreation Department evaluation on Civic Recreation Features software
    • City Snowplows will be painted at August First Friday
    • Street Department fixing traffic lights and traffic signal flow
    • Brick Street Repair
    • Open positions for the City – Civil Service Exam for a Public Works Technician and Traffic Light Technician
    • Utilities Department update
    • Human Resources Integrated System to modernize the payroll system
  • Mayor Starr shares information and updates from the City’s updated Zoning Code. The City Council recently approved the rewrite 5-2.
  • Mayor Starr shares updates from Mount Vernon City Council:
    • Update on the postponement of the recreational marijuana ordinance
    • Development of a compensation review commission
    • Ballot language for the Edgewood Road improvement project
    • Explanation for the use of the emergency clause for resolutions
  • Mayor Starr shares an update from the Mount Vernon Police Department.
    • New portable radios
    • Positions that have been filled
    • State Grant of $2 million dollars from the One Time Strategic Community Investment Fund.
  • Mayor Starr shares an update from the Mount Vernon Fire Department.
    • A new Captain has been hired – Lt. Ben Harrod
    • New Hire Exam is completed
  • Mayor Starr talks about the Knox County Fair and shares a message with the 1,300 youth participating with projects this year.
  • Mayor Starr talks about the Together Knox Team that is rewriting the Knox County comprehensive plan.
  • Mayor Starr shares a list of events planned for the City in August.
    • August First Friday
    • Volunteers of the Year recognition (at August First Friday) – Janis Stone and Kevin Mishey
    • Opening of Catherine Street
    • Mount Vernon Music & Arts Festival
  • He shares goals for August and shares how we can pray for him and his team.

To stay in touch with the City, go to:

  • Website – http://www.mountvernonohio.org
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June 2024 Spotlight on Mount Vernon with Mayor Matt Starr

Mount Vernon Mayor Matt Starr shared updates on the City with The Morning Thing on Friday, 6/28/24.

Click HERE to hear the full conversation.

Topics included:

  • A discussion about current construction and maintenance projects for the city. He shares the progress of these projects:
  • Catherine Street Community Development Block Grant
  • Center Street
  • North End Project near Dan Emmett Elementary School
  • The City has 9 active projects going on now. They are close to closing out 3 of those projects. 
  • Mayor Starr gives a reminder to have patience during the summer cycle for current construction and maintenance projects.
  • He also talks about his philosophy of working in residential areas around the city.
  • Mayor Starr shares information and updates from the Mount Vernon Street Department. He shares updates on these projects:
    • Brick Street Reconstruction and Rehabilitation
    • Catch Basin Repairs on the south end of town
    • Street Sweeping
    • Spraying for Weeds
    • Bee City USA Program for Mount Vernon
    • Tree Trimming
    • Pothole Patching – You can call 740-393-9501 to report a pothole
  • Mayor Starr shares information and updates from other City Departments. He shares updates on these projects:
    • The Mount Vernon Public Buildings and Lands Department
    • Maintenance and cleaning of the fountain on the Public Square
    • Flags on the graves of veterans
    • Work on City Offices – HVAC system, deep cleaning of floors and carpeting and putting up blood-borne pathogen kits.
  • Mayor Starr shares information and updates from other City Departments. He shares updates on these projects:
    • The Mount Vernon Utilities/Water and Wastewater Department
    • They are working with a new Communications System that helps control the city’s water and wastewater capabilities. It is a computer based that monitors all devices and greatly assists the gathering of information.
    • The Water Plant Clarifier Tank is now up and running.
    • Lime Treatment System
    • Having redundancy systems in place in case of a water emergency
    • Utilities Technician Test is being offered in July
    • Working with Ohio Means Jobs for a fire hydrant painting program
    • Hauling Lime
  • Mayor Starr shares an update on the upgrades that are being made to the public parks, including the Hiawatha Water Park and Pool. He also addresses the problem of vandalism at the parks and how the city is managing this issue.
  • Mayor Starr shares an update from the Mount Vernon Municipal Planning Commission.
    • Earlier this month, they voted unanimously to recommend that Mount Vernon City Council adopt the updated zoning code as presented.
    • Mayor Starr shares the background on the need to update our current zoning code and the process of the update.
    • He also shares the timeline of future readings with City Council and the upcoming hearing for public comment.
  • Mayor Starr shares updates from Mount Vernon City Council:
    • City Council gave approval to proceed with a grant application for USEPA funding. The Mayor tells us more about this process and how these funds will help the community.
    • City Council’s decision on recreational marijuana
    • City Council’s adoption of legislation to construct a new salt barn. The Mayor shares more details on this project and how it will help the City face winter weather.
  • Mayor Starr shares an update from the Mount Vernon Police Department.
    • State Senator Andrew Brenner’s announcement that funding will be coming to our city. The Police Department will receive $2 million dollars from the One Time Strategic Community Investment Fund.
    • PAK (Police and Kids) United is having some fun events this summer
    • Assistant Chief Andy Burns will be sworn in soon.
  • Mayor Starr shares an update from the Mount Vernon Fire Department.
    • A new Assistant Fire Chief has been sworn in – Josh Lester.
    • Contract negotiations for the next 3 years.
  • Mayor Starr shares an update and details about the 4th of July Celebration at Ariel Foundation Park. He talks about parking, times of the celebration, when streets will close, location of restrooms, food trucks and the best exit plan for families. The Mayor promises that the fireworks will start at 10pm this year!
  • Mayor Starr shares a list of events planned for the City in July.
    • July First Friday
    • Sundays on the Public Square
    • Farmers Markets
    • Blues, Brews and BBQ Event
  • He will put a lot of his efforts into the budgeting process. It will start in July this year. They will be looking at 2025, 2026 and 2027.
  • Goals for July:
    • Close out some active projects
    • Finalize the grant for the inflation reduction act
    • Get the new neo-gov software in place to help with the city’s human resources and payroll systems
    • Writing the ballot language for the Edgewood Road improvement project
  • He also shares how we can pray for him and his team.

    To stay in touch with the City, go to:
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March 2024 Spotlight on Mount Vernon with Mayor Matt Starr

Mount Vernon Mayor Matt Starr shared updates on the City with The Morning Thing on Friday, 3/22/24.

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Topics included:

  • A discussion about current construction and maintenance projects for the city.
  • Details on current water projects
  • Update on the rehabilitation and improvement project for Edgewood Road
  • Updates from the City Water and Sewer Departments
  • Update on the Columbia Gas Pipeline Replacement Project
  • Updates from Mount Vernon City Council
    • Update on City Council’s adoption of the industrial solar resolution
    • Recent changes with city employees, including name changes and new positions
  • Update on the Mount Vernon Police Department
  • Update on the Mount Vernon Fire Department
  • Highlights of April events on the City’s Calendar
  • Immediate goals for April
  • Mayor Starr will share his State of the City Address at the next Knox Network of Christian Ministries meeting – Thursday, May 9, 9:30am – 10:30am at MVNU’s Gathering Place (lower level). Please send questions to ContactKNCM@gmail.com
  • Plans for Easter
  • He also shares how we can pray for him and his team.

To stay in touch with the City, go to:

  • Website – http://www.mountvernonohio.org
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January 2024 Spotlight on Mount Vernon with Mayor Matt Starr

Mount Vernon Mayor Matt Starr shared updates on the City with The Morning Thing on Friday, 1/26/24.

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Topics included:
• A discussion about current construction and maintenance projects for the city.
o He talks about the partnerships with other groups in the process of these construction and water projects.
o Mayor Starr talks about adopting the school routes and how the city will be making these safer by adding crosswalks in the warmer months.
o Updates on the water projects around the city
• Update on a neighborhood revitalization grant
• Update on the development at the old Middle School Property on Mulberry Street
• Mayor Starr shares updates from Mount Vernon City Council:
o Welcome to Mike Miller as he joins the council
o Logistics of council meetings and the expectations for council members
o Rules of conduct and online auctions
o Approval for the city to be a part of the exciting Fourth of July celebration in 2026, highlighting Ohio’s significance in the union.
• Update from Mount Vernon Budget Meeting on Saturday, January 20th
• Mayor Starr gives an update on the new 2.7 acres the city of Mount Vernon just bought for a potential new fire station.
• Mayor Starr shares his thoughts about the city’s response to the Winter weather that has impacted Mount Vernon.
• Updates from the Mount Vernon Police Department
o the new captain and the sergeant’s test that recently occurred
o funding for both the police and fire departments and how they are thriving
• Updates from the Mount Vernon Fire Department and he awards that some of the fire department members have received
• Mayor Starr gives updates about city plans during February
o The recreation board meets on February 7th at 7:00
o The Patriotic and Memorial Committee will begin planning
o Planning for the 2024 season for Hiawatha Water Park and Pool
o Logistics Planning for the Fireworks for the future
o America 250 planning committee
• Mayor Starr shares his goals for February and other important updates and projects on the horizon
• Mayor Starr shares some of the biggest priorities for his team in 2024.
• He also shares how we can pray for him and his team.

To stay in touch with the City, go to:

  • Website – http://www.mountvernonohio.org
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November 2023 Spotlight on Mount Vernon with Mayor Matt Starr

Mount Vernon Mayor Matt Starr shared updates on the City with The Morning Thing on Friday, 11/24/23.

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Topics included:

  • A discussion about current construction and maintenance projects for the city. He shares the progress of these projects:
    • A sanitary sewer project on the North side of town – in Clinton Township
    • A waterline project on the Southwestern part of town, Buckeye Addition
    • The city is using Global Information Systems mapping to track any lead pipes in the system and address any potential issues.
    • Water and sewer lines in the Clintonville area
    • An elevation study on the West End
    • Extending the walk zone in the school zone at Martinsburg Road by 300 feet
    • Stump and Northview residents need to fill out income qualifications with the City
    • Buckeye Addition in Clinton Township
    • Plaza Drive
    • There are about 70 active construction jobs right now
  • Mayor Starr shares an update on the plan to create a new courthouse and police headquarters.
  • Mayor Starr shares the updates for the State Route 13 project within the city.
    • He encourages residents to see the plans and share their comments on the City’s website.
    • They are looking to make similar adjustments to the South Main St bridge as they did Mount Vernon Ave. bridge.
    • The Mayor says they are also considering adding heaters to the bridges to eliminate the need to plow snow in the event of inclement weather.
    • You can find more information about each of these city projects online under the documents tab of their website, MountVernonOhio.org to provide feedback.
    • Go to the documents page, scroll down to where it says Public Meeting Open House – SR13D Sandusky ST Realignment. You can click on the Exhibit files to see the plans. Then click on Comment Form and share your thoughts.
  • Mayor Starr shares updates from Mount Vernon City Council:
    • Discussion about food truck regulations, including taxes, location, fairness for regular businesses in Mount Vernon, etc.
    • Kline Development, which is a donated property on Prospect Street
    • Casey’s Way, the rezoning ordinance of the 34 acres on Upper Gilchrist. City Council will be holding a public hearing about it, on Monday November 27, where residents can come out and share comments.
  • The city is currently accepting applications for seasonal employees. They are open and looking for anyone to pitch in and help out and can always use help. With leaf pick-up going on right now, the mayor details what you can do if you missed getting your leaves raked to the curb when the crews were in our area. You can also go to their website to their press release to stay up to date on where they are in the pick-up process, and you can call 740-393-9517 or the street department at 740-393-9501.
  • The Mayor gives us some insight into the City’s preparation and plan for snow removal this winter.
  • Updates from the Mount Vernon Police Department
    • For the month of October, there were 1,331 calls for service, which was down from September, which was 1453.
    • From the October calls, there were 199 traffic citations, 263 Advocate Dispositions, and 13 cases of attempted or threats to attempt suicide.
  • Updates from the Mount Vernon Fire Department
    • They had 501 calls for service in October. 87 percent of those calls were for EMS services, 13 calls for fires.
    • As for year to date, there have been just under 5,000 calls for service.
    • In the Mount Vernon zone, about thirty percent of those calls are in the Yauger Road area. They are looking into the installation of a new department in that area.
  • Mayor Matt Starr talks about all the upcoming events this December, including Winter in Downtown MV this coming Sunday, which will feature the Christmas parade and the lighting of the public square, Food For The Hungry on December 8
  • The Mayor shares his immediate goals for the city as we start December. He says that the city is in great shape, now it’s time for organization and balance with the influx of activity.
    • Take a look at their personnel to carry out the tasks they need to be completed
    • Focus on finishing out projects
    • Continue improving the quality of the city
  • Mayor Starr shares his highest priorities for himself and his team as they start the new year, including:
    • A zoning code rewrite
    • Organizational structuring to handle calls to all departments
    • Generating revenues
    • Protect current tax rates and utility rates for citizens
  • Mayor Matt Starr is thankful for the positive state of the City, as well as his family and friends, and the team he serves the city with.
  • He also shares how we can pray for him and his team.

To stay in touch with the City, go to:

  • Website – http://www.mountvernonohio.org
  • Facebook – The City of Mount Vernon
  • Twitter – CityMV1805
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