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Mount Vernon CITYFEST 2023

Mount Vernon Cityfest '23 was an absolute blast! Huge shoutout to our incredible Recreation Department for organizing this magnificent event with fun activities, electrifying performances, and a strong sense of community. We want to express our g...

22nd Annual 9/11 Memorial Flag Raising

The City of Mount Vernon came together in a solemn and heartfelt ceremony at City Hall Plaza to pay tribute and reflect upon the tragic events of September 11, 2001. This marked the 22nd Annual Memorial Flag Raising hosted by the City of Mount Vernon, a d...

Mount Vernon Youth Police Academy Kicks Off

The Youth Police Academy kicked off this week, setting the stage for a wonderful program for its 17 eager participants, aged 7 to 16. This program promises a blend of education, engagement, and unforgettable moments, as young minds step into the world of ...

MTA Public Information Session

The City of Mount Vernon partnered with the MTA Metro-North Railroad to host a Public Information Session to update residents on the Fulton and South Street Bridges.

Unveiling of Sculpture Honoring Heavy D at 42 Broad St

In celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop, Mount Vernon Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard, ArtsWestchester, and the family of the influential hip-hop artist Heavy D joined the development team behind 42 Broad — a joint venture of Alexander D...

Youth Bureau Launches Winter Session of Youth Training and Employment Program

The city of Mount Vernon held a press conference to announce the commencement of the winter session of the Youth Bureau’s Youth Employment and Training Program. The winter session of the program will last for six weeks, and students will be able...

Mount Vernon Works Job Fair

The City of Mount Vernon in collaboration with Westchester-Putnam Career Center Network hosted the “Mount Vernon Works Job Fair” at the Westchester-Putnam Career Center located at 130 Mount Vernon Avenue on Tuesday, January 31st from 1...

2023 Online Tax Tutorial

A Message from Comptroller Darren M. Morton on the new update to pay your taxes this year

3 Kings Day

The Recreation Department in collaboration with Westchester Latinos Unidos and Montefiore Einstein hosted their annual 3 Kings Day Event at the Doles Center. The event lasted from 6 pm to 7:30 pm. In honor of 3 kings Day, a book trading about th...

2023 Annual Statutory Meeting

Mount Vernon, NY (1/4/2023)- The Mount Vernon City Council hosted their Annual Statutory Meeting last night at City Hall in Council Chambers. The meeting began at 7 pm and concluded at 9 pm. There were many people in attendance as the crowd filled the Cou...

18 Probational Officers Swear-in to the Mount Vernon Police Department

Mount Vernon, NY (12/28/2022)- The Mount Vernon Police department hosted a swearing-in ceremony today at City Hall in council chambers. The ceremony began at 10 am and concluded at 11 am. There were many people in attendance to support the 18 probationary...

Soul Santa Winter Wonderland Toy Giveaway

Mount Vernon, NY (12/23/2022)- The city of Mount Vernon collaborated with some of our local elected officials for Soul Santa Winder Wonderland Toy Giveaway. The event was hosted at American Christmas right here in Mount Vernon. It was a festive event that...

Simplicity: Mount Vernon App Launch!

Mount Vernon is pleased to announce we are partnering with Simplicity to deliver information to our residents. Simplicity is a reliable app that gives you city information in real time. Including information on meetings, events, emergency alerts, changes ...

City of Mount Vernon Launches Comprehensive Planning Process

MOUNT VERNON, NY - Today, Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard, City Council and City leadership officially launched Mount Vernon’s first Comprehensive Plan since 1968. Declaring that “this is a new day for Mount Vernon, and we need a comprehensive vision for th...

Tree Lighting Ceremony

Mount Vernon, NY (12/2/2022) - Last night the City of Mount Vernon hosted its annual Tree Lighting Ceremony at City Hall Plaza, and it was magical. The Christmas spirit was in the air, and everyone filled with cheer! 

City Hall was decorated for t...

Community Conversation: Cannabis

Last night the City of Mount Vernon hosted a community conversation on cannabis. The event started around 6:30 pm at Double Doors Event space located at 29 Elm Avenue. Guests for the event joined us in-person as well as online via Facebook live. This was ...

Recap of Thanksgiving Events

This has been a busy Thanksgiving week for the City of Mount Vernon. On Monday November 21^st, the City of Mount Vernon hosted a Turkey Giveaway at City Hall. Over the span of the 4-hour event we gave away 600 turkeys to Mount Vernon residents. Thank you t...

MVPD Promotion Ceremony

Veterans Day Ceremony 2022

Mount Vernon Community Fall Festival

What an amazing day at the Mount Vernon Community Fall Festival. Families from across the community enjoyed free bouncy houses, food vendors, s’mores and hot apple cider bar and family filled fun! Thank you, Mount Vernon, for showing up and showing out! M...

MVFD Celebrates New Promotion For Fire Lieutenant and Fire Captain

It’s always exciting to gather for a good occasion. Today, we acknowledged our Mount Vernon Fire Department NY for their hard work by awarding EMS Life Saving Citations, promoting a new Fire Lieutenant and Fire Captain, and wishing our retirees a farewell...

Governor Kathy Hochul Announces $28 Million State Investment, $4 Million For Mount Vernon

Today, Governor Kathy Hochul announced $28 million state investment in 7 cities most affected by pandemic-era gun violence. Amongst those cities is the City of Mount Vernon. $2 Million of these funds are made available by Governor Hochul and Lieutenant Go...

Grand Opening of 7-Eleven at 156 Mount Vernon Avenue

Today, we hosted the official grand opening and ribbon cutting for the new 7-Eleven located at 156 Mount Vernon Avenue. This 7-Eleven has started a new day for the economic development and revitalization of the City of Mount Vernon.7-Eleven is already mak...

Hispanic Heritage Month

Our first Hispanic Heritage Month event was a major success. People from across the community enjoyed a day of entertainment, food and rich culture!

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