FOIA Information About the City

The City of Mt. Vernon is a municipal government organized under the laws of the State of Illinois. The City’s purpose is to provide essential public services, maintain public infrastructure, enforce local ordinances, and support the health, safety, and general well-being of the community.

Mt. Vernon operates under a Mayor–Council form of government. Elected officials establish local policies and priorities, while City administration and staff manage day-to-day operations. City departments work together to deliver services such as public safety, public works, utilities, community development, and administrative support for residents.

City Departments

City departments carry out day-to-day services and programs for the community. These departments include, but are not limited to:

• Police Department
• Fire Department
• Public Works
• Finance
• Engineering & Inspections
• Parks
• Tourism
• Administrative and support services

City Workforce

The City of Mt. Vernon employs approximately 147 full-time and part-time employees. This total does not include the Mayor or members of the City Council.

Employee numbers may increase seasonally due to temporary or part-time staffing needs, such as operations at the Aquatic Zoo and additional personnel for nuisance mowing and other seasonal services..

Operating Budget

The City of Mt. Vernon’s total operating budget is available on the Annual Budget page, which includes adopted budgets and related financial information.

City Offices and Facilities

The City of Mt. Vernon operates from six primary office and facility locations throughout the community.

• City Hall
  1100 Main Street, Mt. Vernon, Illinois
  Houses Human Resources, City Clerk, Mayor, City Manager, Finance, Utility Billing, and Engineering & Inspections.
• Tourism Office
  123 S. 10th Street, Suite 503, Mt. Vernon, Illinois
• Public Works and Fleet Services Facility
  1201 Casey Avenue, Mt. Vernon, Illinois
• Parks Office
  800 S. 27th Street, Mt. Vernon, Illinois
• Police Department
  600 S. 27th Street, Mt. Vernon, Illinois
• Fire Department Facilities
  The City operates three fire stations located throughout Mt. Vernon.

Advisory Bodies

The City of Mt. Vernon utilizes advisory boards and commissions to provide recommendations and guidance on specific issues and programs. These bodies support the decision-making process of the Mayor and City Council.

A list of the City’s boards and commissions, including their purpose and membership information, is available on the Boards and Commissions page.