The Mount Vernon City Council will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, April 28, 2025at 6:55 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall, 40 Public Square, Mount Vernon, Ohiofor the purpose of hearing public comment considering a rezoning proposal submitted bythe City Development Services Manager for review by the Municipal PlanningCommission for a recommendation to City Council for parcels #66-05624.000. …
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MVNU professor Dr. John Packard, shown here directing during a performance earlier this school year, will lead the Symphonic Wind Ensemble at their spring concert, to be held Tuesday, March 25, in the R.R. Hodges Chapel/Auditorium. The event, which begins at 7:30 p.m., is free and open to the public. (Photo courtesy of Mount Vernon Nazarene University) MOUNT VERNON, Ohio …
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Downloads: Agenda Agenda Packet I.Committee Meetings1.03-24-25 Committee Meeting ScheduleII.MEETING WILL RECESS UNTIL 7:30 P.M.III.Call to Order1.Roll CallIV.InvocationV.Pledge of AllegianceVI.Acceptance of Minutes1.Minutes of Mar 10, 2025 7:30 PMVII.Receive Petitions and CommunicationsVIII.Receive Committee Reports1.03-10-24A Streets and Public Buildings Committee Meeting Minutes2.03-10-25B Streets and Public Buildings Committee Meeting MinutesIX.Liquor Control LicenseX.ProclamationXI.Persons speaking on Matters of City ConcernXII.Resolutions for Third ReadingXIII.Resolutions for Second Reading1.2025-32 : A …
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The City of Mount Vernon Civil Service Commission will have a special meeting onTuesday, April 1, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall, 40 Public Square,Mount Vernon, Ohio, for the purpose of discussing modernization of job descriptions,updating of Civil Service rules and regulations, and any other matters that may bebrought before the commission.
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The United Way of Knox County held its annual meeting on March 6, 2025, whereExecutive Director Katie Ellis shared key achievements and the ongoing impact of theorganization’s programs. The meeting highlighted the efforts of United Way’s team andits partner agencies, which are creating lasting change in the community. Among the key updates, Ellis highlighted the VITA Tax Program, which filed …
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MOUNT VERNON, Ohio – The Knox Community Jazz Orchestra returns to theWoodward Opera House stage on Friday, March 21, with a concert of old favoritesand striking new arrangements. Titled “Shake That Cabin Fever,” the concert will celebrate the end of arigorous winter and the coming of warmer, longer days. Admission is free, withdonations accepted at the door. The performance will …
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Join us for a free Doc Talk on Thursday, March 20, from 5:00 to 6:00 PM. Jarrett Helming, DO is now offering the Anterior (front) Hip Replacement surgery that is less invasive and allows you to go home the same day. Learn more about what the surgery entails and who qualifies. This event is open to the community and will be held in …
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MOUNT VERNON, March 17, 2025 – The City of Mount Vernon is actively conducting an inventory of itswater service lines as mandated by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (OEPA). This effort is part ofa statewide mandate requiring all public water systems in Ohio to identify and document water service linematerials to ensure the continued safety and quality of drinking water. …
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10:00 AM Call to OrderDepartmental Updates10:00 AM Knox County Water and Wastewater Water and Wastewater Projects for 2025.10:30 AM Knox County Board of ElectionsResolutions to be Presented Approve the Bid Award for the Knox County Engineer – 2025 Roadside MowingProgram to Running G Farms LLC. Approve Utility Permit from Knox Energy Cooperative Association for 1240 AppleValley Drive in Howard Township. …
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Road ClosureLocation: Mansfield Ave.Between: Nash Street and Belmont StreetReason for Closure: Gas line installation Road is open for emergency traffic. Start: 3/18/2025 7:00:00 AMEnd: 3/19/2025 5:00:00 PM Comments: All Buses and Emergency Vehicles will be able to get through Please call Bryce at 419-566-4911 if you have questions regarding this closure. Road ClosureLocation: Nash StreetBetween: North Mulberry Street and Mansfield …
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