Announcements
Spring Community Events
Learn more about community events, including the following, using the link below:
April 4Â Easter Egg Dash
May 2-3Â Chalk the Walk
May 25Â Memorial Day Parade & Service
June 18-30Â City-wide Garage Sales
Golfing for the K9: June 26, 2026
Sponsor the event or register a team to show your support!
Spring Rec Programs – 2026
Spring registration has begun for Parks and Rec. Check out Adult Volleyball League, Tot Time and Youth Spring Soccer!
A limited number of Activity Scholarships are available for rec programs, LBC memberships, and Mount Vernon pool passes. See link below.
Uptown Streetscape Improvement Project
The City has initiated a Streetscape Master Plan project for Uptown Mount Vernon, IA. This plan will serve as a vision for the future design of Uptown for 1st Street from 3rd Avenue SW to B Avenue SE, as well as the adjoining North Alley area. Stay tuned for more information.
Our Town
Welcome to historic Mount Vernon, Iowa. Take a stroll through our lively uptown district filled with charming shops and boutiques. Dine at top-rated restaurants with local flair. And discover countless cultural treasures — from art galleries to historic sites, a farmer’s market, local and state parks, a landmark theater, and more.
Stay in the Know
Minute with the Mayor
January 2026
Welcome Sherene Hansen Player as our newest City Council member and officially served with the board for the 2026 meeting on Monday, Jan. 5th. Thank you Stephanie West who served on Council for the last 8 years. Your service was greatly appreciated.
Site preparation has started at the upcoming Kwik Star site. Utilities are being installed underground, as the weather permits.
I hope citizens enjoyed the holiday music being played uptown in December.
I also hope citizens enjoyed the transition of Magical Mount Vernon from Thursday evening to Saturday afternoon.
Did you Know?
In the year 2025, there were 24 new housing permits issued. Mount Vernon is growing!
There is a Republic sponsored drop box for household batteries in the lobby of City Hall. Please deposit expired batteries at that location and not the garbage.
Have a question of City staff? Use the Contact tab on the City of Mt. Vernon web page or contact me at twieseler@cityofmtvernon-ia.gov. Welcome to spring!
