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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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9 Young Adults Sworn Into The Youth Court Panel

Last night 9 young adults from the City of Mount Vernon were sworn into the Youth Court Panel. They spent most of their summer studying rigorously and gaining an in-depth understanding of the law. Congratulations to all our new Youth Court Panel Members!

Mount Vernon Knights Inaugural Game

What a historic moment at the new Memorial Field! The Mount Vernon Knights won their first inaugural home football game at Memorial Field, 32-24! We are proud of our coaches, student athletes and Mount Vernon, we are proud of you! Thank you for coming out...

Youth Bureau HBCU Experience 2022

The Mount Vernon Youth Bureau brought the HBCU experience to the City of Mount Vernon for the 2nd year in a row! It was a great evening of education, entertainment, community and culture for our youth! We are excited for all who took advantage of on-site ...

Memorial Field Ribbon Cutting

Memorial Field has been the heart and soul of the City of Mount Vernon for a very long time.  It is the cultural, sports and health crossroads of our community. It is where so many of us made memories and where dreams will be realized. It is one ...

Mount Vernon Back-To-School Festival

The Back-to-School event on Gramatan was a major success! We're glad that the community attended, and we were able to get some essential items for school for our young scholars. Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard collaborated with fellow elected officials Sena...

MVPD Crossing Guard Luncheon

Today, we held a recognition ceremony and luncheon for the MVPD Crossing Guards across our wonderful city. Crossing guards represent a community of individuals who work diligently to ensure the safety of our children every day. Many have served 10, 20 and...

City Fest 2022

Mount Vernon showed up and showed out last night at CityFest 2022! It was a successful fun filled event for our children to our seniors! There was a great sense of unity and community, and I am excited for where Mount Vernon is going as we continue to mov...

Mount Vernon Auxiliary Police Officers Receive Promotion

We want to congratulate all the new Mount Vernon Auxiliary Police Officers, promotion of our new Auxiliary Police leadership and recognize three of our pioneer retirees for your exemplary service to our community. I wish you all well and pray much success...

Mount Vernon Police Department Receives New Hybrid Vehicles

Yesterday we unveiled the first delivery of the Mount Vernon Police Department new hybrid, fully equipped police vehicles.October of 2021, we placed an order for 20 vehicles using ARPA funds and we are excited that our commitment to public safety and our ...

Mount Vernon Police Youth Academy Graduation

Congratulations to the 2022 Graduating Class of the Mount Vernon Police Youth Academy! 22 young cadets received their certificates of completion for their diligence during this 2 week program! I am so proud of each of you! We hope to see you next year!

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Mount Vernon Welcomes McKissack & McKissack

Today, Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard was excited to cut the ribbon of our newest business McKissack and McKissack and welcome CEO, Cheryl McKissack-Daniel to their new regional office right here in the City of Mount Vernon. McKissack is the oldest minorit...

Donna Jackson Sworn in As Deputy City Clerk for the City of Mount Vernon

We are excited to stand proud with Donna Jackson, our new Deputy City Clerk for the City of Mount Vernon. Her experience and expertise are a great fit for The City Clerk's Office, and we are excited to welcome her with open arms!

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Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard Speaks At Department of Recreation Summer Basketball Clinic

Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard stopped by the Mount Vernon Department of Recreation Summer Basketball Clinic and spoke to our young hoopers about the importance of sportsmanship and hard-work on and off the basketball court. It was amazing seeing all the b...

David Gibson Sworn in as New Deputy Commissioner of the Mount Vernon Police Department

We are excited to welcome our New Deputy Commissioner of the Mount Vernon Police Department, David Gibson. He previously served as a supervisor and held numerous titles with the U.S. Department of Justice Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosiv...

11 Probationary Firefighters Graduated Today From The Mount Vernon Fire Academy

We are so proud of the 11 new probationary Firefighters of the Mount Vernon Fire Department who graduated from the Mount Vernon Fire Academy today. Each of the graduates are Mount Vernon residents and we're happy that they chose this career path to serve ...

National Night Out 2022

National Night Out 2022 was a great evening of community and neighborhood camaraderie! Thank you to the Mount Vernon Police Department for organizing such a positive event for our children, seniors, neighbors and friends!

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32nd American Disabilities Association Act Ribbon Cutting

Today, we had a ribbon cutting at Nichols Playground on High Street in honor of the 32nd American Disabilities Association Act. This is the first ADA Playground in our city, and we’re excited to have a safe space where families and children with different...

The City of Mount Vernon is Proud to Partner with the Mount Vernon Neighborhood Refrigerator Program

The City of Mount Vernon is proud to partner with the Mount Vernon Neighborhood Refrigerator Program. We salute Westchester Latinos Unidos along with Tyrae Woodson-Samuels for their leadership in bringing much-needed food relief...

The Governor's Office of Storm Recovery Hosted an Information Session in Mount Vernon

23 New Probationary Officers Head to the Police Academy

Join us in congratulating 23 of the newest Probationary Police Officers of the Mount Vernon Police Department. We're looking forward to seeing how each of you will contribute to keeping our community safe! 

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200 Mount Vernon Residents Lined up to Receive Their Huge Discount on Gas

200 Mount Vernon Residents lined up to receive their Huge Discount on Gas at our Blasting into Summer Savings Event! It was a great way to kick off the holiday! Special thanks to Atlantis Management Group for your partnership and the Mou...

200 Young People Were Sworn into the 2022 Summer Youth Employment and Training Program

Today, over 200 young people were sworn into the 2022 Summer Youth Employment and Training Program! This summer, each of them will have an opportunity for career exploration through hands on experience in the community ...

2nd Annual Let Your Colors Shine Pride Celebration

We had an amazing time yesterday at our 2nd Annual Let Your Colors Shine Pride Celebration! Shoutout to the Mount Vernon Youth Bureau and Mount Vernon Capp for hosting such an inclusive and diverse eve...