Mount Vernon Mayor Matt Starr responds about Systems with the City

The city of Mount Vernon finance department is currently undergoing significant changes due to system failures that have affected bill payments and payroll accuracy. Recent developments have led to the termination of an agreement with McDaniel CPAs, who were contracted to assist in transitioning to a new payroll system.

The reason cited for this termination was a lack of cooperation from the city’s side. Despite these setbacks, city officials are prioritizing the upgrade of their financial systems, aligning with their mission to provide modern, equitable services to citizens. This movement towards improvement remains the city’s top priority, reflecting a commitment to transparency and efficiency in government operations.

Mayor Starr says they are moving to more modern payments and the city will make sure they correct their errors. Starr says the City needs to provide more modern City Services