City of Mount Vernon
The City of Mount Vernon is a community located on Interstate 44, considered the half-way point between the cities of Springfield and Joplin. The City is governed by a Mayor and Board of Aldermen, with a City Administrator who is responsible for daily administration of all City functions.
Attractions - City of Mount Vernon
When you are visiting Mt. Vernon, be sure to see the following attractions. Museum Jones Memorial Chapel hosts the Lawrence County Historical Society Museum alongside the Historic Adamson Cabin.
City of Mount Vernon
Mt. Vernon is five square miles wide and sits within driving distance to the Ozarks, Branson, Springfield and Joplin, Missouri to name just a few. The 2020 census put Mt. Vernon's population at 4,526.
History - City of Mount Vernon
History of Mt. Vernon We don't know much about the first people here, except they arrived about 13,000 years ago. They hunted mastodons, giant ground sloths, and smaller animals, but had to watch out for giant cave bears and wolves.
City of Mount Vernon
Driver License Tests are given at the Mount Vernon Police Department at 319 E Dallas Street every Friday. The driver examiners can be reached at 417-942-8046. Other services include burn permits, building permits, golf membership sign-ups, maps, and general questions.
Contact Us - City of Mount Vernon
Mt. Vernon, MO 65712. If you would like to send your comments directly to a particular department, please click on one of the names below to send them an email, or call them directly. Transportation (417) 466-2151
City Wards - Mount Vernon, Missouri
For City and corporate purposes, the City of Mount Vernon, Missouri, shall be and is hereby divided into four (4) wards to be designated and known as Ward Number One, Ward Number Two, Ward Number Three and Ward Number Four.
Utilities - City of Mount Vernon
City of Mount Vernon Utility Services include electricity, water, sewer services, and trash removal. You can sign up for residential or business services in person at City Hall, 109 N Hickory St, Mount Vernon, MO 65712.
Police Department - City of Mount Vernon
The Mt. Vernon Police Department is a progressive department, with eleven full-time officers. Several officers on the Department have over 20 years of law enforcement experience, with each officer having an average of 10 years of experience.
City of Mount Vernon
Mount Vernon is home to a 9-hole golf course located on the Northeast edge of town. Golf cart rental and storage are available. Mount Vernon has a very active golf league.