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10:00 AM Call to Order10:00 AM OneOhio Opioid Funding Applications – Review and Recommendations with KaySpergel and Lisa LloydResolutions to be Presented Authorize Bethany Celmar, Knox County Transit Director, to Execute and File OhioDepartment of Transportation (ODOT) Grant Documents. Approve Certification for Collection of Delinquent Water and Wastewater Accounts tothe Knox County Auditor for Placement Upon Property Taxes.Approval of Transfer …

MOUNT VERNON, OH — Place 4 Grace is thrilled to once again invite the communityto its annual Flannel Fest on Friday, November 7, 2025. This year’s event will be heldat Lakeholm Church of the Nazarene, located at 16001 Glen Road in Mount Vernon. Doors open at 6:15 p.m., with a chili dinner beginning at 6:30 p.m. Guests will enjoyan inspiring …

Mount Vernon, Ohio – Presented by Park National Bank and Experience Mount Vernon, Winter in Downtown is a festive line-up of community events that fill the heart of Mount Vernon with light, laughter, and holiday spirit. From small business shopping to twinkling lights and visits with Santa, there’s something for everyone. Shop Small Saturday Hosted by the Mount Vernon Downtown Merchants Saturday, November …

9:30 AM Call to Order9:30 AM Mid Ohio Regional Planning Commission Update Mid Ohio Regional Planning Commission (MORPC) Annual Update.10:00 AM Departmental Update – Knox County Sheriff Knox County Sheriff Monthly Report for October 2025.10:30 AM Departmental Update – Knox County Park District Knox County Park District Quarterly Report.Resolutions to be Presented Approve Expedited Type 2 Annexation of 85.407 acres …

Mount Vernon, Ohio – Experience Mount Vernon is pleased to announce the hiring of Jess Good as its new part-time Public Space Enhancement Coordinator. In this role, Good will work closely with the organization’s Aesthetics Committee to plan, coordinate, expand, and implement downtown beautification projects that will enhance the overall appearance and vibrancy of Mount Vernon’s historic downtown district.  Good brings …

On October 26th, 2025 at approximately 6:00 pm, patrol officers from the Mount VernonPolice Department responded to a reported domestic violence incident. The incidentoccurred at a single-family residence located in the 100 block of North Division Street.Upon their arrival, officers located a single adult female victim outside of the residence.Based on the information provided by the victim, including statements that …

10:00 AM Call to Order10:00 AM Departmental Update – Knox County Transit Knox County Transit Weekly Trip Count for September/October 2025.10:30 AM Departmental Update – Knox County Human Resources Knox County Human Resources Monthly Update Report for October 2025.Resolutions to be Presented Approve Support Letter for Bladensburg Fire District Grant Application. Approve Contractor’s Application for Payment No. 2 from Small’s …

Mount Vernon Nazarene University officially opened the Vazquez Family Collaboratory, a transformative initiative supporting the Fairbanks Center for Global Engagement, in the Stephen W. Nease Center on Friday, Oct. 17. The Collaboratory was established through a generous endowment from Juan and Ines Vazquez and their family. “This will stand as a living testament to the Vazquez family’s faith and service,” …

Mount Vernon, OH – The Knox County Career Center’s (KCCC) Student ServicesDepartment was awarded the 2025 Ohio School Counselor Association (OSCA) RAMP Up OhioAward at the Ohio School Counselor Conference. KCCC was one of two schools to earn thisaward. Derek Fisher, HS Principal over Student Services, commented, “Congratulations to Mrs.Nowicki & Mrs. Bush (our school counselors) for being awarded the …

City CouncilLegislative Session10/27/2025 7:30 PMCouncil Chambers40 Public Square   Mount Vernon, OH 43050Downloads: Agenda  Agenda PacketI.Committee Meetings1.Committee Meeting Schedule 10-27-2025II.MEETING WILL RECESS UNTIL 7:30 P.M.III.Call to Order1.Roll CallIV.InvocationV.Pledge of AllegianceVI.Acceptance of Minutes1.Minutes of Oct 13, 2025 7:30 PMVII.Receive Petitions and CommunicationsVIII.Receive Committee Reports1.Streets and Public Buildings Minutes 2025-10-13IX.Liquor Control LicenseX.ProclamationXI.Persons speaking on Matters of City ConcernXII.Resolutions for Third Reading1.2025-95 : A Resolution Authorizing the …