Category: Mount Vernon Spotlight

WNZR’s October Spotlight on Mount Vernon

Mount Vernon Mayor, Matt Starr talked with WNZR about the City of Mount Vernon.

Click HERE to hear the Mayor’s conversation with WNZR’s Marcy Rinehart.


This October Spotlight covered many topics:

  • construction updates
  • current projects in the city
  • updates from Mount Vernon City Council
  • updates on both the city police department and fire department
  • recent Census results
  • Goals for November
  • highlights of the November calendar

Stay up to date on what is happening in Mount Vernon:

Website: www.mountvernonohio.org
Facebook: thecityofmountvernon
Twitter: citymv1805

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Mount Vernon Mayor Matt Starr is hosting a Prayer Breakfast

WNZR’s Marcy Rinehart talked with Jerry Scott from the Knox County Chaplains about a special event coming up on Thursday, 9/23.

Click HERE to hear their conversation and get all the details for this special breakfast.

Mayor Matt Starr of Mount Vernon invites you to join in prayer for our community leaders and commission our Mount Vernon Police Chaplains. Mayor Matt Miller, of Ashland, Ohio, will be the keynote speaker. The Mount Vernon Police Chaplains have been serving our local police officers and other first responders since April 2018. During the breakfast, Judge Richard Wetzel will officially commission our chaplains as they continue serving those who serve us.

To reserve your ticket or purchase a full table, go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mayors-prayer-breakfast-tickets-168311970635?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

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August Spotlight on Mount Vernon with Mayor Matt Starr

WNZR talked with Mount Vernon Mayor, Matt Starr for our August Spotlight on Mount Vernon. We covered multiple topics this month including how to stay connected to all that is happening in our City. Click HERE to hear the full conversation. Topics include:

· Construction Projects Update including the progress on the Sandusky Street project

· Update on the hiring of a new Clerk of Council

· Updates from City Council including: the City’s Compensation Package and study results, the recent organizational structure analysis and the results of an on boarding survey with city employees

· A new zoning category for the city

· The DORA proposal (Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area)

· Bridge Inspections

· American Rescue Plan funding

· Leadership development training

· Updates from the Mount Vernon Police Depart- including the examination for a records and IT clerk

· Update from the Mount Vernon Fire Department and the partnership with College Township

· Highlight of City’s calendar of events for families

Stay connected with Mount Vernon City Hall: Website: www.mountvernonohio.org Facebook: the city of Mount Vernon

Twitter: citymv1805

Podcast – Chat with Mayor Matt

 

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June Spotlight on Mount Vernon with Mayor Matt Starr

WNZR talked with Mount Vernon Mayor, Matt Starr for our June Spotlight on Mount Vernon. We covered multiple topics this month including how to stay connected to all that is happening in our City.

Click HERE to hear the full conversation.

Topics include:

  • Construction Projects Update
  • City’s Mowing Season and becoming a Bee City USA Town
  • How iWork Software is allowing residents and businesses to apply for permits online
  • Upcoming analysis of our parks system and how residents can participate in the process
  • Update from the Mount Vernon Fire Department including the city’s hiring of firefighters for the Gambier College Township and a new bike medic for community events
  • Changes at Mount Vernon City Council
  • Gilchrist Estates Development Project and how this could help our city and families looking to purchase a home
  • Update from the Mount Vernon Police Department including the importance of providing equipment for our officers
  • Highlight of City’s calendar of events for families
  • Update on Hiawatha Water Park and Pool
  • Goals for July

Stay connected with Mount Vernon City Hall:

Website: www.mountvernonohio.org

Facebook: the city of Mount Vernon

Twitter: citymv1805

Podcast – Chat with Mayor Matt

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April Spotlight on Mount Vernon with Mayor Matt Starr

WNZR talked with Mount Vernon Mayor, Matt Starr for our April Spotlight on Mount Vernon. We covered multiple topics this month including how to stay connected to all that is happening in our City.
Click HERE to hear the informative conversation.


Topics include:

  • Construction updates on numerous projects
    • Progress on North Main and Chestnut
    • Catherine Street and Oak Street project
    • Resurfacing of State Route 3 from Mount Vernon to the Ashland County Line
    • Progress at 5 Point with construction project
    • Ohio Department Of Transportation’s project for North Sandusky Street
  • Update of the Kokosing River Restoration Project
  • The position of a Community Advocate for the Mount Vernon Police Department
  • Update on the Mount Vernon Police Department and the fight against drugs in our community
  •  College Township Fire Contract
  • Update on the Mount Vernon Fire Department
  • Updates from City Council’s meeting on Monday, 4/26/21
  • Update on the homeless situation in Mount Vernon
  • Forget-Me-Not Municipal Memorial Fund and how this will help homeless residents of our city that pass away.
  • The Mount Vernon Neighborhood Watch Program
  • Update on new restaurants and businesses coming to town
  • Update on the events and activities happening for our community in May including details on the Memorial Day Parade and Activities
  • Update on the Hiawatha Waterpark and Pool
  • Events that are returning for Summer 2021 including fireworks for July 4th
  • Goals for the month of May and the projects starting next month
  • How residents can stay connected to what is happening at City Hall

Stay connected with Mount Vernon City Hall:

Website: www.mountvernonohio.org

Facebook: the city of Mount Vernon

Twitter: citymv1805

Podcast – Chat with Mayor Matt

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WNZR’s March Spotlight on Mount Vernon with Mayor Matt Starr

WNZR talked with Mount Vernon Mayor, Matt Starr for our March Spotlight on Mount Vernon. We covered multiple topics this month including how to stay connected to all that is happening in our City.

Click HERE to hear the conversation.

Topics include:

– The City’s current construction projects including an update on the Kokosing River Restoration Project

– Update on the Ohio 13 relocation project

– The need for more local housing

– Shellmar Park Update

– City’s partnership with the Knox County Land Bank for environmental work at the former American National Can property

– Updates on the Mount Vernon Police and Fire Departments

– Spring Clean-Ups going on around the city

– BIG announcements about the re-opening of the Hiawatha Water Park & Pool and the 4th of July fireworks

– Goals for April

Website: www.mountvernonohio.org

Facebook: the city of Mount Vernon

Twitter: citymv1805

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WNZR’s Spotlight on Mount Vernon with Mayor Matt Starr

WNZR talked with Mount Vernon Mayor, Matt Starr for our January Spotlight on Mount Vernon. We covered multiple topics this month including how to stay connected to all that is happening in our City.

Topics included:

  • The City’s problems with wastewater and the need for a rate increase
  • News from the Mount Vernon City Council meeting on 1/25 including the plan for adjusting wastewater rates
  • Zoning changes related to accessory structures in the city
  • Staffing changes with the Mount Vernon Police Department
  • Construction and infrastructure projects
  • The Columbia Gas project of replacing gas lines in the city
  • The City’s new plan on how to face winter weather including the addition of a new dump truck
  • Latest projects of the Mount Vernon City Street Department
  • Opportunities for community members to share their opinions
  • The Mayor’s plan to use volunteers on the City’s boards and commissions
  • Update on the recent webinar titled “Who Is My Neighbor”
  • Goals for February

Click HERE to hear the conversation.

You can stay connected to the Mayor’s Office and his administration in multiple ways:
– Website www.mountvernonohio.org
– Facebook – Search “The City of Mount Vernon Ohio” – https://www.facebook.com/The-City-of-Mount-Vernon-Ohio-1416953861968803
– Twitter – Search “citymv1805” – https://twitter.com/citymv1805?lang=en

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WNZR’s November Spotlight on Mount Vernon

WNZR’s Marcy Rinehart talked with Mount Vernon Mayor Matt Starr for our monthly feature – “Spotlight on Mount Vernon”.

Click HERE to hear the conversation.

Topics included:

– Construction Updates

– Federal Grants received by the City

– A look at the fiscal state of the City

– Top goals for Mount Vernon in 2021

– What the Mayor is thankful for this holiday

Stay connected with what is happening in Mount Vernon on the City’s website, www.mountvernonohio.org

On Facebook at “the city of Mount Vernon Ohio”

On Twitter at “CityMV1805”

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Mount Vernon Mayor Matt Starr joins WNZR for the October Spotlight on MV

WNZR’s Marcy Rinehart talked with Mount Vernon Mayor, Matt Starr in their monthly “Spotlight on Mount Vernon”.

Mayor Starr shared numerous updates on the city:
– Construction Updates including the plan for the Mount Vernon Avenue Bridge project
– Progress of the Mobile Crisis Team of social workers to help the Police Department
– Local resources for anyone struggling with mental health issues
– Safety for family activities this weekend
– Coronavirus Relief for local businesses
– The development of a new neighborhood watch program
– Thoughts on Election Day

Click HERE to hear the full conversation.

Stay connected with the Mayor’s Office at http://www.mountvernonohio.org

Or on Facebook and Twitter – search for The City of Mount Vernon, Ohio.

Or call 740-393-9517

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Mount Vernon Mayor Matt Starr joins WNZR for the September Spotlight on MV

WNZR’s Marcy Rinehart talked with Mount Vernon Mayor, Matt Starr in their monthly “Spotlight on Mount Vernon”.
Mayor Starr shared numerous updates on the city:
– Community Development Block Grant distribution for infrastructure projects
– Construction updates on the following projects: Mount Vernon Avenue bridge, bike trail underpass on South Main St., Eastmore and Dogwood water lines, North Main and Chestnut Street intersection, water lines in the North End of the city, traffic signal conflict monitoring and street sweeping.
– Development of Shellmar Park
– Development of the city’s strategic plan
– and the importance of voting in the upcoming election.

Click HERE to hear Marcy’s conversation Mayor Starr.

Stay connected with the Mayor’s Office at www.mountvernonohio.org
Or on Facebook and Twitter – search for The City of Mount Vernon, Ohio.
Or call 740-393-9517

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