Tag Archives: city of mount vernon

Knox Health Commissioner Zach Green told county commissioners on March 5 that the agency is partnering with local organizations to develop training for teens on the safe and responsible use of artificial intelligence. Green described AI as a tool that young people need guidance to navigate, especially as schools and communities consider how to introduce it into K–12 settings. He …

The Fredericktown Police Department is alerting residents to a scam involving door hangers marked URGENT and referencing an investigation under section ORC 4749.0. The notices list toll‑free numbers and case extensions, urging recipients to call immediately. Police say the hangers are fraudulent and should be disregarded. The department emphasized that residents should not call the numbers provided and should instead …

Two Butler residents and their Mount Vernon business are facing allegations that a purported animal‑welfare nonprofit diverted charitable donations to support a for‑profit enterprise that sold puppies. A lawsuit filed Monday by Ohio Attorney General David Yost claims the organization, Dogs to the Rescue, operated as a sham charity in Knox and Scioto counties. According to the filing, the nonprofit …

The Mount Vernon Municipal Court is alerting Knox County residents to a new scam involving fraudulent text messages claiming to be notices about unpaid parking violations. According to a press release from the court, the messages appear convincing and may reference an alleged unpaid ticket, list a court date, or include official‑looking seals. Some texts also urge immediate payment through …

Legislation Passed by Mount Vernon City Council, December 8, 2025 Public Notice The following legislation was passed by Mount Vernon City Council on December 8, 2025,signed by Bruce Hawkins, President of Council, approved by Matthew Starr, Mayor, andattested by Zachary Sherman, Clerk of Council. The legislation is on file with the Clerk ofCouncil, 40 Public Square, Mount Vernon, Ohio for …

Downloads: Agenda  Agenda Packet I.HR Onboarding 6:10 – 6:30 p.m.II.Committee Meetings1.Council Committee Schedule 2025-12-08III.MEETING WILL RECESS UNTIL 7:30 P.M.IV.Call to Order1.Roll CallV.InvocationVI.Pledge of AllegianceVII.Acceptance of Minutes1.Minutes of Nov 24, 2025 7:30 PMVIII.Receive Petitions and CommunicationsIX.Receive Committee Reports1.Executive Session Minutes 2025-11-242.Streets and Public Buildings Minutes 2025-11-24A3.Streets and Public Buildings Minutes 2025-11-24B4.Utilities Minutes 2025-11-24A5.Utilities Minutes 2025-11-24BX.Liquor Control LicenseXI.ProclamationXII.Persons speaking on Matters of City ConcernXIII.Resolutions …

Downloads: Agenda  Agenda Packet I.Committee Meetings1.Committee Meeting Schedule 11/24/2025II.MEETING WILL RECESS UNTIL 7:30 P.M.III.Call to Order1.Roll CallIV.InvocationV.Pledge of AllegianceVI.Acceptance of Minutes1.Minutes of Nov 10, 2025 7:30 PM2.Minutes of Nov 17, 2025 6:30 PM3.Minutes of Nov 19, 2025 6:30 PMVII.Receive Petitions and CommunicationsVIII.Receive Committee Reports1.Finance & Budget Minutes 11/17/20252.Land Use & Development MInutes 11/17/20253.Police, Fire, & Civil Defense Minutes 11/17/20254.Streets & Public Buildings …

As the need continues in our community, Knox County Foundation, Interchurch Social Services of Knox County, and Food For The Hungry are joining together again to host another Pop-Up Food Pantry! All Knox County families who are at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level are invited to receive a box of food on Saturday, November 22nd from 10:00am-12:00pm at 106 W. Ohio …

Public Notice The following legislation was passed by Mount Vernon City Council on November 17, 2025,signed by Bruce Hawkins, President of Council, approved by Matthew Starr, Mayor, andattested by Zachary Sherman, Clerk of Council. The legislation is on file with the Clerk ofCouncil, 40 Public Square, Mount Vernon, Ohio for public inspection.RESOLUTION NO. 2025 – 1 0 7 A Resolution …

Below is the agenda: Downloads: Agenda  Agenda PacketI.Committee Meetings1.Committee Meetings 11/17/2025II.No RecessIII.Call to Order1.Roll CallIV.Resolutions for Third Reading1.2025-107 : A Resolution Authorizing the Safety-Service Director to Enter into a Qualifications-Based Contract with Pizzuti Solutions LLC for Owner’s Representative Services Related to the Construction of New Municipal Buildings; and Declaring an Emergency.Resolution Printout2.2025-108 : A Resolution Authorizing the Safety-Service Director to Advertise for …