Mount Vernon, Ohio -– The Knox County Land Bank is proud to announce it has secured thefinal piece of funding needed to revitalize the first floor of 18 E. Vine St. The project plansinclude adding new office and restaurant space to the downtown building and a complete façaderenovation. The $1 million JobsOhio Vibrant Communities Grant completed the capital stack theLand …
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The Knox County Sheriff’s Office told us in an email that the Licking County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a Knox County Commissioner and that they recused themselves because of her place in the community and that the FBI declined to take the case (the email states that the Sheriff’s Office was denied assistance and they state they have never been …
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Downloads: Agenda Agenda Packet I.Committee Meetings1.02-10-25 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 Jan 27, 2025 7:30 PMVII.Receive Petitions and CommunicationsVIII.Receive Committee Reports1.01-27-25 Streets and Public Buildings Committee Meeting Minutes2.01-27-25 Employee and Community Relations Committee Meeting Minutes3.01-27-25 Utilities Committee Meeting MinutesIX.Liquor Control LicenseX.ProclamationXI.Persons speaking on Matters of City ConcernXII.Resolutions for Third Reading1.2025-02 : …
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(TOLEDO, Ohio) – The Ohio Creativity Trail debuted at the Toledo Museum of Art Glass Pavilion this morning, February 7th. This collection of 109 sites across Ohio showcases the work of writers, musicians, painters, glass-blowers and other creatives who’ve made their mark on artistic expression. It is the second of six planned driving trails for America 250-Ohio’s signature Trails & Tales …
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Mount Vernon, OH – The Mount Vernon Police Department (MVPD) held its second annualAwards Banquet on February 1 at the historic Woodward Opera House. The event celebrated thededication and achievements of MVPD officers throughout the past year, recognizing those whohave gone above and beyond in their service to the community. One of the evening’s most prestigious honors, Officer of the …
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Mount Vernon, OH — Experience Mount Vernon is excited to announce the launch of its new seasonal Downtown Pole Banner Sponsorship Program, designed to celebrate the charm and vibrancy of Downtown Mount Vernon. This new initiative offers local businesses, organizations, and individuals the opportunity to showcase their community pride while enhancing the beauty of downtown streets with seasonal, eye-catching designs. …
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Mayor Matt Starr was on hand for the Groundbreaking of the Liberty Crossing Project. Mayor Starr says the housing development on Newark Road marks a new chapter in Mount Vernon. He says the housing development will bring new opportunities, growth and vibrancy to the community. The development includes a mix of single- and multi-family homes, townhomes, and patio homes. The …
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GUESTS: Old Business: New Business: New Lease with School for Park- 25 years:New Employee Handbook – Prepare to discussLEGISLATION:Ordinance 2025-Ordinance 2025-Ordinance 2025-Resolution 2025-1 Renew and Appoint Rep/Alt to Regional Planning 2025- final readingResolution 2025-2 To Approve DKMM District’s Waste Mgmt. Plan- emergencyResolution 2024-Report of Committees Chairs * FINANCE: FURAY: Pay bills WTR/WASTE WTR: FURAY: Update on Sand Filter Project: Water …
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10:00 AM Call to Order10:00 AM Knox County Convention and Visitors Bureau10:30 AM CDC of Ohio, Inc.Resolutions to be Presented Approve Grant of Easement for Fencing Purposes to Jeremy and Jamie Waite, 101Crystal Avenue, Mount Vernon, Ohio, in Clinton Township – Knox County Parcel 12-50091.000. Approve Proposal from Burgess and Niple for the Knox County Park District BridgeInspection (#4233715 Kokosing …
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Mount Vernon, OH – Knox County Career Center students competed in the BusinessProfessionals of America (BPA) Region IV competition on Thursday, January 23rd.KCCC students in the Computer Network Technology (CNT), CollegeU-Business(CLGU), Digital Media and Software Development (DMSD), and Pre-Professional Mentorship(PPM) programs competed against students from Delaware Hayes High School, Delaware AreaCareer Center, Highland High School, and Tri-Rivers Career Center.BPA is …
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