🚧 Upcoming Asphalt Paving & Road Closures
Over the next couple of weeks, E.T. Simonds will begin asphalt paving in the City of Mt. Vernon.
📅 Starting Thursday, September 18, 2025, the following roads are scheduled for paving:
- N. Water Tower Rd. (42nd St → Cul-de-sac)
- 22nd St. (Broadway → Logan St.)
- Plum Ave. (Veterans Memorial Dr. → Lime Ave.)
- Blackberry Ave. (34th St. → Apple Ave.)
- Lincolnshire Dr. (42nd St. → end)
- Jordan St. (10th St. → 4th St.)
- SE Crescent Dr. (entire length)
- 33rd St. (Broadway → SW Crescent Dr.)
📌 Notices will be given out at least one day in advance, or sooner depending on progress.
🚗 Residents are asked to park on side streets when possible so crews can complete work safely and efficiently.
We appreciate your cooperation and patience as these improvements are made!
For questions, please contact Stephen Talley, Assistant Public Works Director, at 618-242-6853.
Contact Us
1100 Main Street
Mount Vernon IL 62864
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Phone:Â (618) 242-5000
Email: cityhall@mtvernon.com
Office Hours
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.