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City Council February 9, 2026
Legislative Session Agenda 7:30 PM
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COMMITTEE MEETINGS
Mount Vernon City Council
Committee Meeting Schedule
February 9, 2026
Time Topic Under Discussion Committee
6:15 – 6:30 p.m. Ordinance 2026-01 City Clerk Position Employee & Community Relations
- Keener
6:30 – 6:45 p.m. Resolution 2026-07 Hazard Mitigation Plan Police, Fire, & Civil Defense
- Miller
6:45 - 6:55 p.m. Res 2026-08 Brownfield Remediation Program Streets & Public Buildings
- Severns
6:55 – 7:05 p.m. Resolutions 10 & 12 State Route 13 Projects Streets & Public Buildings
- Severns
7:05 –7:15 p.m. Ord 2026-02 Amend Section 911.04 of Codified Utilities - Ruckman
Ordinances
M EETING WILL RECESS UNTIL 7:30 P.M.
C ALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
Invocation to be given by Rev. Christopher Liberati, Gay St. United Methodist Church
P LEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A CCEPTANCE OF MINUTES
City Council Minutes 1/27/2026
R ECEIVE PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS
R ECEIVE COMMITTEE REPORTS
Utilities Committee Minutes 1/27/2026
Streets & Public Buildings Minutes 1/27/2026
P ROCLAMATION
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A Proclamation Designating the Week of April 13-19, 2026 as International Dark-Sky Week in
the City of Mount Vernon, Ohio.
L IQUOR CONTROL LICENSE
Divalessa Inc.
661 N Sandusky St.
Mount Vernon, OH 43050
Permit Class: D-1
PERSONS SPEAKING ON MATTERS OF CITY CONCERN
Zach Green, Knox County Health Commissioner
R ESOLUTIONS FOR THIRD READING
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-03
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SAFETY-SERVICE DIRECTOR TO
ADVERTISE FOR BIDS AND ENTER INTO CONTRACT FOR THE 2026
STREET CHIP SEAL PROJECT.
Streets & Public Buildings: Severns, Mahan
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-05
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SAFETY-SERVICE DIRECTOR TO
ADVERTISE FOR BIDS AND ENTER INTO CONTRACT FOR THE
RENOVATION OF TWO FLOORS OF THE 236 SOUTH MAIN STREET,
MOUNT VERNON MUNICIPAL CENTER; AND DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY.
Streets & Public Buildings: Severns, Mahan
R ESOLUTIONS FOR SECOND READING
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-07
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE KNOX COUNTY MULTIJURISDICTIONAL
NATURAL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN; AND DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY.
Police, Fire, and Civil Defense: Miller, Hager
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-08
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE SAFETY-SERVICE
DIRECTOR TO FILE AN APPLICATION TO THE STATE OF OHIO TO
PARTICIPATE IN THE BROWNFIELD REMEDIATION PROGRAM FOR THE
MOUNT VERNON JUSTICE CENTER AND STATE ROUTE 13 PROJECTS.
Streets & Public Buildings: Severns, Mahan
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-10
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE SAFETY-SERVICE
DIRECTOR TO ENTER INTO CONTRACT WITH THE OHIO DEPARTMENT
OF TRANSPORTATION FOR THE KNO-125040 SR-13 CORPO PROJECT; AND
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Streets & Public Buildings: Severns, Mahan
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RESOLUTION NO. 2026-12
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SAFETY-SERVICE DIRECTOR TO
ADVERTISE FOR BIDS AND AWARD A QUALIFICATION-BASED
SELECTION FOR DESIGN SERVICES RELATED TO THE NORTH
SANDUSKY STREET & UPPER FREDERICKTOWN ROAD IMPROVEMENTS
PROJECT (KNO-125040 SR-13 CORPO); AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Streets & Public Buildings: Severns, Mahan
R ESOLUTIONS FOR FIRST READING
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-15
A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE MAYOR'S REAPPOINTMENT OF
KATHRYN BRECHLER TO THE KNOX COUNTY HEALTH DISTRICT
BOARD, AND REAPPOINTMENTS OF LORRAINE BOSS, JORDAN
SHREMSHOCK AND AARON MORELAND TO THE LIBRARY BOARD OF
TRUSTEES; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Employee & Community Relations: Keener, Ruckman
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-16
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE SAFETY-SERVICE
DIRECTOR TO FILE A GRANT APPLICATION TO THE OHIO DEPARTMENT
OF TRANSPORTATION FOR THE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL PROJECT,
PHASE TWO; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Streets & Public Buildings: Severns, Mahan
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-17
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SAFETY-SERVICE DIRECTOR TO
ADVERTISE FOR BIDS AND AWARD A QUALIFICATION-BASED SELECTION
FOR DESIGN SERVICES RELATED TO THE SOUTH END PEDESTRIAN SAFETY
IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT, PHASE 1 (KNO-122162 SRTS (SR 586), PID
2411301).
Streets & Public Buildings: Severns, Mahan
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-18
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SAFETY-SERVICE DIRECTOR TO
DISPOSE OF VEHICLES IN THE POLICE DEPARTMENT NOT NEEDED FOR
PUBLIC USE BY THE CITY OF MOUNT VERNON; AND DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY.
Finance & Budget: Mahan, Severns
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-19
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE AUDITOR OF THE
CITY OF MOUNT VERNON TO PAY BILLS PURSUANT TO SECTION 5705.41
(D), THEN AND NOW CERTIFICATION.
Finance & Budget: Mahan, Severns
O RDINANCES FOR THIRD READING
O RDINANCES FOR SECOND READING
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ORDINANCE NO. 2026-01
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING COMPENSATION, BENEFITS AND TERMS
OF EMPLOYMENT FOR THE CITY CLERK; AND DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY.
Employee & Community Relations: Keener, Ruckman
ORDINANCE NO. 2026-02
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTION 911.04 OF THE CODIFIED
ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF MOUNT VERNON.
Utilities: Ruckman, Miller
O RDINANCES FOR FIRST READING
R EMARKS FROM THE ADMINISTRATION
R EMARKS FROM COUNCIL
A DJOURN AT THE CALL OF THE PRESIDENT
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PRESS RELEASE
City Hall
40 Public Square
Mount Vernon, OH 43050
FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:
Zac Sherman, Clerk of Council
740-393-9517 Fax: 740-397-6595
zsherman@mtvernonoh.gov
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 5, 2026
Mount Vernon City Council
Committee Meeting Schedule
February 09, 2026
Time Topic Under Discussion Committee
Employee & Community Relations
6:15 – 6:30 p.m. Ordinance 2026-01 City Clerk Position
- Keener
Police, Fire, & Civil Defense
6:30 – 6:45 p.m. Resolution 2026-07 Hazard Mitigation Plan
- Miller
Streets & Public Buildings
6:45 - 6:55 p.m. Res 2026-08 Brownfield Remediation Program
- Severns
Streets & Public Buildings
6:55 – 7:05 p.m. Resolutions 10 & 12 State Route 13 Projects
- Severns
Ord 2026-02 Amend Section 911.04 of Codified
7:05 –7:15 p.m. Utilities - Ruckman
Ordinances
The above listed meeting will be held to discuss the above items; but will not be limited to those listed.
Mount Vernon News - WMVO - WNZR – City Hall Bulletin Board
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City Council Minutes
Legislative Session
January 27, 2026
COMMITTEE MEETINGS
Mount Vernon City Council
Committee Meeting Schedule
January 27, 2026
Time Topic Under Discussion Committee
6:25 - 6:40 p.m. Drinking Water Treatment Material Report 2026 Utilities- Ruckman
6:40 - 6:50 p.m. Employment Positions Approved in Annual Budget Employee & Community Relations
- Keener
6:50 – 7:00 p.m. Resolution 2026-03 Street Chip Seal Project Streets & Public Buildings -
Severns
7:00 –7:15 p.m. Resolution 2026-05 Renovating Two Floors of the Streets & Public Buildings -
Mount Vernon Municipal Center Severns
M EETING WILL RECESS UNTIL 7:30 P.M.
C ALL TO ORDER
Present Absent Excused
Council President Bruce Hawkins 3rd Ward Taylor Jacklin
Fourth Ward LeNan Hager
At-Large Amber Keener
First Ward James Mahan
At-Large Mel Severns
Second Ward John Ruckman
At-Large Dale Miller
Keener made a motion to excuse Jacklin. Severns seconded. Jacklin excused by unanimous voice vote.
I NVOCATION
Invocation given by John Ruckman
P LEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A CCEPTANCE OF MINUTES
Keener made a motion to accept the minutes of the 1/12/2026 meeting of Council. Severns seconded. Accepted by unanimous
voice vote.
City Council Minutes 1/12/2026
R ECEIVE PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS
R ECEIVE COMMITTEE REPORTS
P ROCLAMATION
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L IQUOR CONTROL LICENSE
P ERSONS SPEAKING ON MATTERS OF CITY CONCERN
R ESOLUTIONS FOR THIRD READING
R ESOLUTIONS FOR SECOND READING
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-03
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SAFETY-SERVICE DIRECTOR TO
ADVERTISE FOR BIDS AND ENTER INTO CONTRACT FOR THE 2026
STREET CHIP SEAL PROJECT.
Streets & Public Buildings: Severns, Mahan
Severns gave Resolution 2026-03 its second reading.
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-05
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SAFETY-SERVICE DIRECTOR TO
ADVERTISE FOR BIDS AND ENTER INTO CONTRACT FOR THE
RENOVATION OF TWO FLOORS OF THE 236 SOUTH MAIN STREET,
MOUNT VERNON MUNICIPAL CENTER; AND DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY.
Streets & Public Buildings: Severns, Mahan
Severns gave Resolution 2026-05 its second reading.
R ESOLUTIONS FOR FIRST READING
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-06
A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE MAYOR'S APPOINTMENT OF
GREGORY YASHNYK TO THE MOUNT VERNON PLANNING
COMMISSION, RE-APPOINTING AMBER KEENER TO THE BOARD OF
TRUSTEES OF THE KNOX COUNTY CONVENTION AND VISITORS’
BUREAU, RE-APPOINTING JOHN RUCKMAN TO THE BOARD OF
DIRECTORS OF EXPERIENCE MOUNT VERNON OF MOUNT VERNON,
OHIO; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Employee & Community Relations: Keener, Ruckman
Keener made a motion to suspend the rules and take Resolution 2026-06 to its final reading. Ruckman seconded. Rules
suspended by unanimous roll call vote. Keener made a motion to adopt Resolution 2026-06. Ruckman seconded. Mayor Starr
noted that Mr. Yashnyk will be fulfilling the unexpired term of Austin Swallow, who served for 24 years. The appointment to the
planning commission also applies to the Historical Review Commission. Adopted by unanimous roll call vote.
Motion to Adopt
RESULT: Adopted [6 TO 0]
MOVER: At-Large Amber Keener
SECONDER: Second Ward John Ruckman
AYES: LeNan Hager, Amber Keener, James Mahan, Mel Severns, John Ruckman, Dale Miller
NAYS: None
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RESOLUTION NO. 2026-07
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE KNOX COUNTY
MULTIJURISDICTIONAL NATURAL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN; AND
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Police, Fire, and Civil Defense: Miller, Hager
Miller gave Resolution 2026-07 its first reading, and requested a 15-minute committee meeting
on Feb. 9.
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-08
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE SAFETY-SERVICE
DIRECTOR TO FILE AN APPLICATION TO THE STATE OF OHIO TO
PARTICIPATE IN THE BROWNFIELD REMEDIATION PROGRAM FOR THE
MOUNT VERNON JUSTICE CENTER AND STATE ROUTE 13 PROJECTS.
Streets & Public Buildings: Severns, Mahan
Severns gave Resolution 2026-08 its first reading, and requested a 10-minute committee meeting
on Feb. 9.
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-09
A RESOLUTION APPOINTING COUNCIL REPRESENTATIVES TO THE
VOLUNTEER PEACE OFFICERS' DEPENDENTS FUND BOARD; AND
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Employee & Community Relations: Keener, Ruckman
Keener made a motion to suspend the rules and take Resolution 2026-09 to its final reading. Ruckman seconded. Rules
suspended by unanimous roll call vote. Keener made a motion to amend Resolution 2026-09. Ruckman seconded. Law Director
Broeren noted that the appointment should also apply to Firefighters' Dependents Funds Board. Hawkins noted that the
committee should be corrected to Police, Fire, and Civil Defense. Both amendments were proposed. Adopted by unanimous roll
call vote. Keener made a motion to adopt as amended. Ruckman seconded. Adopted as amended by unanimous roll call vote.
Motion to Adopt as Amended
RESULT: Adopted [6 TO 0]
MOVER: At-Large Amber Keener
SECONDER: Second Ward John Ruckman
AYES: LeNan Hager, Amber Keener, James Mahan, Mel Severns, John Ruckman, Dale Miller
NAYS: None
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-10
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE SAFETY-
SERVICE DIRECTOR TO ENTER INTO CONTRACT WITH THE OHIO
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR THE KNO-125040 SR-13
CORPO PROJECT; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Streets & Public Buildings: Severns, Mahan
Severns gave Resolution 2026-10 its first reading, and requested a 10-minute committee meeting
on Feb. 9.
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RESOLUTION NO. 2026-11
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE SAFETY-
SERVICE DIRECTOR TO LEASE THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1 EAST
HIGH STREET; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Streets & Public Buildings: Severns, Mahan
Severns made a motion to suspend the rules and take Resolution 2026-11 to its final reading. Mahan seconded. Severns made a
motion to adopt Resolution 2026-11. Mahan seconded. Engineer Ball noted that Almost Famous has closed and will vacate 1 E
High St. at the end of January. This lease allows Sweet Street to move in on Feb.1, allowing for a seamless transition and keeping
the city from bearing the cost of maintaining a vacant space. Adopted by unanimous roll call vote.
Motion to Adopt
RESULT: Adopted [6 TO 0]
MOVER: At-Large Mel Severns
SECONDER: First Ward James Mahan
AYES: LeNan Hager, Amber Keener, James Mahan, Mel Severns, John Ruckman, Dale Miller
NAYS: None
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-12
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SAFETY-SERVICE DIRECTOR TO
ADVERTISE FOR BIDS AND AWARD A QUALIFICATION-BASED
SELECTION FOR DESIGN SERVICES RELATED TO THE NORTH
SANDUSKY STREET & UPPER FREDERICKTOWN ROAD
IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT (KNO-125040 SR-13 CORPO); AND
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Streets & Public Buildings: Severns, Mahan
Severns gave Resolution 2026-12its first reading, and requested it be combined with the 10-
minute committee meeting on Feb. 9 for Resolution 2026-10.
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-13
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE AUDITOR OF
THE CITY OF MOUNT VERNON TO PAY BILLS PURSUANT TO
SECTION 5705.41 (D), THEN AND NOW CERTIFICATION.
Finance & Budget: Mahan, Severns
Mahan made a motion to suspend the rules and take Resolution 2026-13 to its final reading. Severns seconded. Mahan made a
motion to amend Resolution 2026-13, changing Section One, Line Three from $9,890.00 to $4,945.00. Severns seconded. Mahan
made a motion to adopt as amended. Severns seconded. Auditor Brinkman noted that the amount for line three was reduced
because another party will be bearing the cost. He clarified that Then & Now legislation is for anything for which there is a
contract before availability of funds. Adopted by unanimous roll call vote.
Motion to Adopt as Amended
RESULT: Adopted [6 TO 0]
MOVER: First Ward James Mahan
SECONDER: At-Large Mel Severns
AYES: LeNan Hager, Amber Keener, James Mahan, Mel Severns, John Ruckman, Dale Miller
NAYS: None
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RESOLUTION NO. 2026-14
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE AUDITOR OF
THE CITY OF MOUNT VERNON TO MAKE SUPPLEMENTAL
APPROPRIATIONS.
Finance & Budget: Mahan, Severns
Resolution 2026-14 was introduced in writing to Council. Mahan made a motion to suspend the rules and take Resolution 2026-
14 to its final reading. Severns seconded. Rules suspended by unanimous roll call vote. Mahan made a motion to adopt
Resolution 2026-14. Severns seconded. Auditor Brinkman noted that appropriations allows the city to pay for water and
wastewater meters immediately and move that project forward. Salyers noted that the Public Utilities Director was able to acquire
these pieces at $250,000 less than expected. Adopted by unanimous roll call vote.
Motion to Adopt
RESULT: Adopted [6 TO 0]
MOVER: First Ward James Mahan
SECONDER: At-Large Mel Severns
AYES: LeNan Hager, Amber Keener, James Mahan, Mel Severns, John Ruckman, Dale Miller
NAYS: None
O RDINANCES FOR THIRD READING
O RDINANCES FOR SECOND READING
O RDINANCES FOR FIRST READING
ORDINANCE NO. 2026-01
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING COMPENSATION, BENEFITS AND
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT FOR THE CITY CLERK; AND DECLARING
AN EMERGENCY.
Employee & Community Relations: Keener, Ruckman
Keener gave Ordinance 2026-01 its first reading, and requested a 15-minute committee meeting
on Feb. 9, as well as a job description for the position.
ORDINANCE NO. 2026-02
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTION 911.04 OF THE CODIFIED
ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF MOUNT VERNON.
Utilities: Ruckman, Miller
Ruckman gave Ordinance 2026-02 its first reading, and requested a 10-minute committee
meeting on Feb. 9.
R EMARKS FROM THE ADMINISTRATION
Mayor Starr noted recent weather events and that crews have been working around the clock to address the snow. The city is in
process of snow removal in high traffic areas. He urged residents to remember to clean their sidewalks. There were some water
line issues from the extreme cold that have been addressed. Use space heaters and heating blankets responsibly.
Safety Service Director Salyers noted his appreciation for public workers. The Washington Forum is postponed until Feb. 4 at the
Gathering Place.
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Auditor Brinkman expressed his gratitude for snow removal crews.
R EMARKS FROM COUNCIL
Hager expressed her gratitude for snow removal crews.
Keener echoed, and thanked fire and police for helping people stuck in drifts and ditches.
Severns thanked public workers, and announced that, as of that morning, he was a grandfather.
Mahan thanked Council for passing the two pieces of legislation that allowed the city to pay bills. Urged everyone to stay safe.
Hawkins thanked all in attendance for moving from Jan. 26 to Jan. 27 for the legislative session.
A DJOURN AT THE CALL OF THE PRESIDENT
Keener made a motion to adjourn. Severns seconded. Adjourned by unanimous voice vote at
8:10 p.m.
________________________________ _________________________________
Bruce E. Hawkins, President of Council Zac Sherman, Clerk of Council
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2026-2027
Utilities Committee Meeting Minutes
January 27, 2026 – 6:25 p.m. to 6:49 p.m.
COUNCIL PRESENT: Bruce Hawkins, President
James Mahan, First Ward
John Ruckman, Second Ward
LeNan Hager, Fourth Ward
Amber Keener, At-Large
Dale Miller, At-Large
Mel Severns, At-Large
COUNCIL ABSENT: Taylor Jacklin, Third Ward
OTHERS IN ATTENDANCE: Matt Starr, Mayor
Tanner Salyers, Safety-Service Director
Rob Broeran, Law Director
David Stuller, Treasurer
Dan Brinkman, Auditor
Brian Ball, City Engineer
Dave Hall, Water Chief Operator
Zachary Sherman, Clerk
Drinking Water Treatment Material Report 2026
Safety-Service Director Salyers provided a summary of the water treatment plan. The city
generates two-tons of lime per year. Lime is technically non-hazardous.
Dave Hall spoke regarding lime sludge storage. A significant amount was housed at a temporary
site at 1700 Old Delaware Road. Ideally, it is used for distribution on farmers’ fields. Around 42
out of 52 tons have been removed from the site, so far. On track to finish removal by the end of
2026. There are also two lagoons for lime sludge.
Law Director Broeren noted that the lagoons hadn’t been cleaned out in forty years, and effort has
been put towards them.
Mayor Starr noted that cleaning the lagoons was important, especially because one of the
drainage pipes had been submerged, and the city wishes to avoid the pipe degrading.
Keener asked if there were other ways to dispose of the lime.
Mayor Starr said that they have investigate other avenues, like golf courses and parks, but there
were EPA hurdles.
Respectfully submitted,
____________________________
John Ruckman, Chair
Utilities Committee
Mount Vernon City Council
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2026-2027
Streets & Public Buildings Committee Meeting Minutes
January 27, 2026 – 6:58 p.m. to 7:20 p.m.
COUNCIL PRESENT: Bruce Hawkins, President
James Mahan, First Ward
John Ruckman, Second Ward
LeNan Hager, Fourth Ward
Amber Keener, At-Large
Dale Miller, At-Large
Mel Severns, At-Large
COUNCIL ABSENT: Taylor Jacklin, Third Ward
OTHERS IN ATTENDANCE: Matt Starr, Mayor
Tanner Salyers, Safety-Service Director
Rob Broeran, Law Director
David Stuller, Treasurer
Dan Brinkman, Auditor
Brian Ball, City Engineer
Dave Hall, Water Chief Operator
Zachary Sherman, Clerk
Resolution 2026-03 Street Chip Seal Project
Engineer Ball shared a map of areas that are targeted for summer chip-seal project. Many of these are
because there will Columbia gas repairs or replacement, so redoing the entire road(s) does not make
sense. New Gambier Road, Edgewood Road, and Glenn Road were named in the project, as well as
the south-end. Chip-seal, as a solution for road repair, is $6k a mile less than the alternative. Chip-seal
extend the life of the road(s) by 7-10 years on average. There is budget to use linear grading on the
south end to help with water drainage. There may be some holes that will need to be filled with
asphalt, once the project begins.
Resolution 2026-05 Renovating Two Floors of the Mount Vernon Municipal Center (MVMC)
The city is ready to take over the basement and main floor of the MVMC. City Hall employees, water,
tax, public works, code enforcement, and cemetery will have room there. There will be more file
storage room. Attempting to keep plumbing as is, but will need to add bathroom in the basement.
However, there used to be bathrooms in the basement, so pipes exist. The cost is currently projected at
$850k, with margin built in to reach $1 million. Previous legislation was approved for $1.5 million in
reimbursement for the project.
Hawkins asked if there would be enough parking. Safety-Service Driector Salyers said the city will
have one shared lot and one dedicated lot for staff.
Respectfully submitted,
____________________________
Mel Severns, Chair
Streets & Public Buildings Committee
Mount Vernon City Council
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A PROCLAMATION
DESIGNATING THE WEEK OF APRIL 13-19, 2026 AS INTERNATIONAL DARK-SKY WEEK
IN THE CITY OF MOUNT VERNON, OHIO.
WHEREAS, the aesthetic beauty and wonder of a natural night sky is a shared heritage
of all humankind; and
WHEREAS, the experience of standing under a starry night sky inspires feelings of
wonder and awe, encouraging a growing interest in science and nature, particularly among young
people and visitors from outside the local communities; and
WHEREAS, light pollution has scientifically established economic and environmental
consequences, which result in significant impacts on the ecology and human health of all
communities; and
WHEREAS, the City of Mount Vernon has been an affiliate of the Xerces Society’s Bee
City USA initiative since 2022, committing to support native pollinators through recognized best
practices; and
WHEREAS, 80 percent of the world’s population, including many people in Central
Ohio, lives under a dome of light pollution—excessive artificial lighting at night that disrupts
natural darkness—and may never experience the visual wonder or ecological and health benefits
of living under a dark sky; and
WHEREAS, light pollution represents a waste of natural resources amounting to roughly
$3 billion per year of wasted energy in the United States and contributes to diminished energy
security; and
WHEREAS, light pollution affects the circadian rhythms of nocturnal pollinators such as
moths and fireflies and artificial light impacts their feeding, breeding, and pollinating patterns;
and
WHEREAS, recent studies have shown that nocturnal pollination is just as important as
diurnal pollination, with about 50% of all pollination occurring at night; and
WHEREAS, nocturnal pollinators face population decline due to the effects of artificial
light; and
WHEREAS, Ohio has over 3,000 species of moths and 24 species of fireflies; and
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WHEREAS, pollinators contribute an estimated 29 billion dollars annually to the US
farm economy and are responsible for reproducing more than 75 percent of crops that
sustain our food supply; and
WHEREAS, it is estimated that 100 million to 1 billion birds die annually in the United
States as a direct result of light pollution; and
WHEREAS, DarkSky International, the globally recognized authority on light pollution,
recognizes International Dark-Sky Week to raise awareness of the effects of light pollution,
provide free education, resources, and solutions to the public, and encourage the protection of
and enjoyment of dark skies and responsible outdoor lighting.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED by Mount Vernon Mayor Matthew Starr
and the Mount Vernon City Council that April 13-19, 2026 be designated INTERNATIONAL
DARK-SKY WEEK in the City of Mount Vernon, Ohio; and that each resident be encouraged to
consider how they may make simple changes in their lives to protect our dark sky as a precious
natural resource by following the Five Principles of Responsible Outdoor Lighting, including
useful, targeted, low-level, controlled, and warm colored lighting.
Attest: __________________________________ ___________________________________
Zac Sherman, Clerk of Council Bruce E. Hawkins, President of Council
_______________________________________ ___________________________________
LeNan Hager Matthew Starr, Mayor
_______________________________________ ___________________________________
Taylor Jacklin Amber Keener
_______________________________________ ___________________________________
James Mahan Dale Miller
________________________________________ ___________________________________
John Ruckman Mel Severns
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City Council Meeting: 1/12/2026 7:30 PM
City of Mount Vernon Dept: Streets & Public Buildings
Mount Vernon, OH 43050 Severns, Mahan
Category: Contract
SCHEDULED Prepared By: Zac Sherman
Initiator: Zac Sherman
RESOLUTION 2026-03
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SAFETY-SERVICE DIRECTOR TO ADVERTISE FOR
BIDS AND ENTER INTO CONTRACT FOR THE 2026 STREET CHIP SEAL PROJECT.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Mount Vernon,
State of Ohio:
SECTION 1: That the Safety-Service Director for the City of Mount Vernon is hereby
authorized and directed to advertise for bids and enter into a contract for the 2026 street chip seal
project.
________________________________
Bruce E. Hawkins, President of Council
PASSED: ____________________, 2026
ATTEST: _______________________________
Zachary Sherman, Clerk of Council
APPROVED: _________________, 2026
____________________________
Matthew T. Starr, Mayor
Updated: 1/7/2026 1:10 PM by Zac Sherman Page 1
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City Council Meeting: 1/12/2026 7:30 PM
City of Mount Vernon Dept: Streets & Public Buildings
Mount Vernon, OH 43050 Severns, Mahan
Category: Contract
SCHEDULED Prepared By: Zac Sherman
Initiator: Zac Sherman
RESOLUTION 2026-05
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SAFETY-SERVICE DIRECTOR TO ADVERTISE FOR
BIDS AND ENTER INTO CONTRACT FOR THE RENOVATION OF TWO FLOORS OF THE
236 SOUTH MAIN STREET, MOUNT VERNON MUNICIPAL CENTER; AND DECLARING
AN EMERGENCY.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Mount Vernon,
State of Ohio:
SECTION 1: That the Safety-Service Director for the City of Mount Vernon is hereby
authorized and directed to advertise for bids and enter into a contract for the renovation of two
floors of the 236 South Main Street, Mount Vernon Municipal Center (AKA, Central Ohio
Technical College).
SECTION 2: This Resolution is hereby declared to be an emergency measure necessary
for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health and safety, and for the further reason
that it is necessary for the usual daily operation of the various departments of the municipal
government, the said Resolution shall, therefore, become effective upon its date of passage and
approval by the Mayor, provided that it receives the affirmative vote of two-thirds (2/3) of the
members elected to the Council of the City of Mount Vernon; otherwise, it shall take effect and
be in force from and after the earliest period allowed by law.
________________________________
Bruce E. Hawkins, President of Council
PASSED: ____________________, 2026
ATTEST: _______________________________
Zachary Sherman, Clerk of Council
APPROVED: _________________, 2026
____________________________
Matthew T. Starr, Mayor
Updated: 1/8/2026 2:58 PM by Zac Sherman Page 1
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City Council Meeting 2/9/2026 7:30 PM
City of Mount Vernon Police, Fire, and Civil Defense
Mount Vernon, OH 43050 Miller, Hager
Category: Resolution
Scheduled Prepared By:
Zac Sherman, Clerk of Council
RESOLUTION 2026-7 Doc ID: 2026-20
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE KNOX COUNTY MULTIJURISDICTIONAL
NATURAL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
WHEREAS, the City of Mount Vernon recognize the threat that natural hazards pose to
people and property within Knox County; and
WHEREAS, Knox County has prepared a multi-hazard mitigation plan, hereby known as
Knox County Multijurisdictional Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan of October 17, 2025 in
accordance with the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000; and
WHEREAS, the Knox County Multijurisdictional Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan
identifies mitigation goals and actions to reduce or eliminate long-term risk to people and
property in Knox County from the impacts of future hazards and disasters; and
WHEREAS, adoption by the City of Mount Vernon demonstrates their commitment to
the hazard mitigation and achieving the goals outlined in the Mitigation Plan of December 20,
2025.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Mount Vernon,
State of Ohio:
SECTION 1: That the City of Mount Vernon adopts the Knox County
Multijurisdictional Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan, dated December 20, 2025.
SECTION 2: This Resolution is hereby declared to be an emergency measure necessary
for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health and safety, and further to comply with
Federal law and said Resolution shall, therefore, become effective upon its date of passage and
approval by the Mayor, provided that it receives the affirmative vote of two-thirds (2/3) of the
members elected to the Council of the City of Mount Vernon; otherwise, it shall take effect and
be in force from and after the earliest period allowed by law.
______________________________________
Bruce E. Hawkins, Presidents of Council
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PASSED: _______________________, 2026
ATTEST:_______________________________
Zachary Sherman, Clerk of Council
APPROVED: ____________________, 2026
______________________________________
Matthew T. Starr, Mayor
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Knox County Mitigation Plan
The full 276-page Knox County Mitigation Plan may be accessed by following this link:
https://co.knox.oh.us/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Hazard-Mitigation-Plan-Public-
Review-Draft.pdf
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City Council Meeting 2/9/2026 7:30 PM
City of Mount Vernon Streets & Public Buildings
Mount Vernon, OH 43050 Severns, Mahan
Category: Resolution
Scheduled Prepared By:
Zac Sherman, Clerk of Council
RESOLUTION 2026-8 Doc ID: 2026-23
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE SAFETY-SERVICE
DIRECTOR TO FILE AN APPLICATION TO THE STATE OF OHIO TO PARTICIPATE
IN THE BROWNFIELD REMEDIATION PROGRAM FOR THE MOUNT VERNON
JUSTICE CENTER AND STATE ROUTE 13 PROJECTS.
WHEREAS, the State of Ohio, Department of Development, provides financial
assistance to local governments for the purpose of addressing local needs including brownfields;
and
WHEREAS, the City of Mount Vernon, Ohio desires to participate in the Program to
receive financial assistance for KNO-SR13-10.33, PID 116840 and Mount Vernon Justice
Center, PID: 2341901 under the Brownfield Fund; and
WHEREAS, the City of Mount Vernon, Ohio has the authority to apply for financial
assistance and to administer the amounts received from the State of Ohio, Department of
Development Brownfield Fund.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Mount Vernon,
State of Ohio:
SECTION 1: That the Safety-Service Director for the City of Mount Vernon is
authorized and directed to apply to the Ohio Department of Development Brownfield Fund for
construction on KNO-SR13-10.33, PID 116840 and Mount Vernon Justice Center, PID:
2341901.
SECTION 2: The Safety-Service Director is further authorized and directed to enter into
any agreements as may be necessary for obtaining financial assistance including comliance with
program guidelines and assurances.
nces.
SECTION 3: That the City of Mount Vernon, Ohio hereby commits itself to providing
t he matching funds as described in the application.
______________________________________
Bruce E. Hawkins, Presidents of Council
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PASSED: _______________________, 2026
ATTEST:_______________________________
Zachary Sherman, Clerk of Council
APPROVED: ____________________, 2026
______________________________________
Matthew T. Starr, Mayor
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City Council Meeting 2/9/2026 7:30 PM
City of Mount Vernon Streets & Public Buildings
Mount Vernon, OH 43050 Severns, Mahan
Category: Resolution
Scheduled Prepared By:
Zac Sherman, Clerk of Council
RESOLUTION 2026-10 Doc ID: 2026-27
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE SAFETY-SERVICE
DIRECTOR TO ENTER INTO CONTRACT WITH THE OHIO DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION FOR THE KNO-125040 SR-13 CORPO PROJECT; AND
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Mount Vernon,
State of Ohio:
SECTION 1: That the Safety-Service Director for the City of Mount Vernon is hereby
authorized and directed to enter into a contract with the Ohio Department of Transportation for
the KNO-125040 SR-13 CORPO PROJECT (AKA N Sandusky Street & Upper Fredericktown
Road) (PID 2541301).
SECTION 2: This Resolution is hereby declared to be an emergency measure necessary
for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health and safety, and for the further reason
that bids and contracts must be solicited at the earliest possible time to avoid future cost
increases, and to provide uninterrupted traffic management, and said Resolution shall, therefore,
become effective upon its date of passage and approval by the Mayor, provided that it receives
the affirmative vote of two-thirds (2/3) of the members elected to the Council of the City of
Mount Vernon; otherwise, it shall take effect and be in force from and after the earliest period
allowed by law.
______________________________________
Bruce E. Hawkins, Presidents of Council
PASSED: _______________________, 2026
ATTEST:_______________________________
Zachary Sherman, Clerk of Council
APPROVED: ____________________, 2026
______________________________________
Matthew T. Starr, Mayor
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City Council Meeting 2/9/2026 7:30 PM
City of Mount Vernon Streets & Public Buildings
Mount Vernon, OH 43050 Severns, Mahan
Category: Resolution
Scheduled Prepared By:
Zac Sherman, Clerk of Council
RESOLUTION 2026-12 Doc ID: 2026-29
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SAFETY-SERVICE DIRECTOR TO ADVERTISE
FOR BIDS AND AWARD A QUALIFICATION-BASED SELECTION FOR DESIGN
SERVICES RELATED TO THE NORTH SANDUSKY STREET & UPPER
FREDERICKTOWN ROAD IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT (KNO-125040 SR-13 CORPO);
AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Mount Vernon, State
of Ohio:
SECTION 1: That the Safety-Service Director for the City of Mount Vernon is hereby
authorized and directed to advertise for bids and award a qualification-based selection of
construction inspection and related engineering services during construction of the North
Sandusky & Upper Fredericktown Road Improvements Project (KNO-125040 SR-13 CORPO).
SECTION 2: This Resolution is hereby declared to be an emergency measure necessary for
the immediate preservation of the public peace, health and safety, and for the further reason to
keep the project on schedule and within the allocated budget, and said Resolution shall therefore,
become effective upon its date of passage and approval by the Mayor, provided that it receives
the affirmative vote of two-thirds (2/3) of the members elected to the Council of the City of
Mount Vernon; otherwise, it shall take effect and be in force from and after the earliest period
allowed by law.
______________________________________
Bruce E. Hawkins, Presidents of Council
PASSED: _______________________, 2026
ATTEST:_______________________________
Zachary Sherman, Clerk of Council
APPROVED: ____________________, 2026
______________________________________
Matthew T. Starr, Mayor
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City Council Meeting 2/9/2026 7:30 PM
City of Mount Vernon Employee & Community
Mount Vernon, OH 43050 Relations
Keener, Ruckman
Scheduled Category: Resolution
Prepared By:
RESOLUTION 2026-15 Zac Sherman, Clerk of Council
Doc ID: 2026-40
A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE MAYOR'S REAPPOINTMENT OF KATHRYN
BRECHLER TO THE KNOX COUNTY HEALTH DISTRICT BOARD, AND
REAPPOINTMENTS OF LORRAINE BOSS, JORDAN SHREMSHOCK AND AARON
MORELAND TO THE LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES; AND DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Mount Vernon,
Knox County, Ohio:
SECTION 1: That the Council for the City of Mount Vernon confirm the Mayor’s
reappointment of Kathryn Brechler, 24 Fairway Drive, Mount Vernon, Ohio, to the Knox
County Health District Board, commencing on March 23, 2026 and expiring on March 23, 2031.
SECTION 2: That the Council for the City of Mount Vernon confirm the Mayor’s
reappointment of Lorraine Boss, 1407 Culbertson Drive, Mount Vernon, Ohio 43050, to the
Library Board of Trustees, commencing on March 14, 2026 and expiring on March 14, 2028.
SECTION 3: That the Council for the City of Mount Vernon confirm the Mayor’s
reappointment of Jordan Shremshock, 6 Adamson St., Mount Vernon, Ohio 43050, to the
Library Board of Trustees, commencing on March 14, 2026 and expiring on March 14, 2028.
SECTION 4: That the Council for the City of Mount Vernon confirm the Mayor’s
reappointment of Aaron Moreland, 704 N. Gay St., Mount Vernon, Ohio 43050, to the Library
Board of Trustees, commencing on March 14, 2026 and expiring on March 14, 2028.
SECTION 5: This Resolution is hereby declared to be an emergency measure
necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health and safety, and for the
further reason that an emergency exists in the usual daily operation of the various departments of
the municipal government and said Resolution shall, therefore, become effective upon its date of
passage and approval by the Mayor, provided that it receives the affirmative vote of two-thirds
(2/3) of the members elected to the Council of the City of Mount Vernon; otherwise it shall take
effect and be in force from and after the earliest period allowed by law.
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______________________________________
Bruce E. Hawkins, Presidents of Council
PASSED: _______________________, 2026
ATTEST:_______________________________
Zachary Sherman, Clerk of Council
APPROVED: ____________________, 2026
______________________________________
Matthew T. Starr, Mayor
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City Council Meeting 2/9/2026 7:30 PM
City of Mount Vernon Streets & Public Buildings
Mount Vernon, OH 43050 Severns, Mahan
Category: Resolution
Scheduled Prepared By:
Zac Sherman, Clerk of Council
RESOLUTION 2026-16 Doc ID: 2026-46
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE SAFETY-SERVICE
DIRECTOR TO FILE A GRANT APPLICATION TO THE OHIO DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION FOR THE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL PROJECT, PHASE
TWO; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
WHEREAS, the City of Mount Vernon, Ohio is eligible to apply for a Safe Routes to
School (SRTS) grant through the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT); and
WHEREAS, the City of Mount Vernon, Ohio desires to apply for the SRTS grant to
receive financial assistance for the South End Pedestrian Safety Improvements project, Phase
Two, PID 2411301; and
WHEREAS, the City of Mount Vernon, Ohio has the authority to apply for financial
assistance and to administer the amounts received from the ODOT.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Mount Vernon,
State of Ohio:
SECTION 1: That the Safety-Service Director for the City of Mount Vernon, or his
designee, is authorized and directed to apply to the Ohio Department of Transportation for the
Safe Routes to School grant.
SECTION 3: That said request shall be for improvements related to the South End
Pedestrian Safety Improvements project, Phase Two, PID 2411301.
SECTION 3: This Resolution is hereby declared to be an emergency measure necessary
for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health and safety, and for the further reason
that the grant application deadline is March 6, 2026, and application for funds must be submitted
by that date. Said Resolution shall, therefore, become effective upon its date of passage and
approval by the Mayor, provided that it receives the affirmative vote of two-thirds (2/3) of the
members elected to the Council of the City of Mount Vernon; otherwise, it shall take effect and
be in force from and after the earliest period allowed by law.
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______________________________________
Bruce E. Hawkins, Presidents of Council
PASSED: _______________________, 2026
ATTEST:_______________________________
Zachary Sherman, Clerk of Council
APPROVED: ____________________, 2026
______________________________________
Matthew T. Starr, Mayor
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City Council Meeting 2/9/2026 7:30 PM
City of Mount Vernon Streets & Public Buildings
Mount Vernon, OH 43050 Severns, Mahan
Category: Resolution
Scheduled Prepared By:
Zac Sherman, Clerk of Council
RESOLUTION 2026-17 Doc ID: 2026-47
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SAFETY-SERVICE DIRECTOR TO ADVERTISE
FOR BIDS AND AWARD A QUALIFICATION-BASED SELECTION FOR DESIGN
SERVICES RELATED TO THE SOUTH END PEDESTRIAN SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS
PROJECT, PHASE 1 (KNO-122162 SRTS (SR 586), PID 2411301).
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Mount Vernon, State
of Ohio:
SECTION 1: That the Safety-Service Director for the City of Mount Vernon is hereby
authorized and directed to advertise for bids and enter into contract for the South End Pedestrian
Safety Improvements project, Phase One, (KNO-122162 SRTS (SR 586), PID 2411301).
______________________________________
Bruce E. Hawkins, Presidents of Council
PASSED: _______________________, 2026
ATTEST:_______________________________
Zachary Sherman, Clerk of Council
APPROVED: ____________________, 2026
______________________________________
Matthew T. Starr, Mayor
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City Council Meeting 2/9/2026 7:30 PM
City of Mount Vernon Finance & Budget
Mount Vernon, OH 43050 Mahan, Severns
Category: Resolution
Scheduled Prepared By:
Rob Broeren, Law Director
RESOLUTION 2026-18 Doc ID: 2026-48
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SAFETY-SERVICE DIRECTOR TO DISPOSE OF
VEHICLES IN THE POLICE DEPARTMENT NOT NEEDED FOR PUBLIC USE BY THE CITY OF
MOUNT VERNON; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
WHEREAS, Ohio Revised Code Sections 721.01 and 721.15 authorize municipalities to dispose of
personal property and vehicles no longer needed for municipal use.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Mount Vernon, State of
Ohio:
SECTION 1: That the Council finds that the City of Mount Vernon Police Department owns the
following vehicles that are no longer needed for public use. Council also finds that the value of the vehicle is
in excess of $1,000.00.
1) 1977-White-Kawasaki-Motorcycle VIN - KZ650C001894
2) 2006-Silver-Pontiac-G6 VIN - 1G2ZF55B364267944
3) 2009-Dark Blue-Ford-Focus VIN - 1FAHP35N89W194359
4) 2001-Amethyst-Dodge-Ram 1500 VIN - 1B7HC16X11S304027
5) 2010-Gray-Volkswagen-Passat VIN - WVWHN7AN4AE531083
6) 2010-White-Ford-Escape VIN - 1FMCU9E6GAKC41316
SECTION 2: That the Safety-Service Director for the City of Mount Vernon be authorized and
directed to sell or dispose of the vehicles pursuant to any method authorized by Revised Code Section 721.15.
SECTION 3: This Resolution is hereby declared to be an emergency measure necessary for the
immediate preservation of the public peace, health and safety, and for the further reason of expediting the sale
or trade of these items to return the proceeds to constructive use by the City, and said Resolution shall,
therefore, become effective upon its date of passage and approval by the Mayor, provided that it receives the
affirmative vote of two-thirds (2/3) of the members elected to the Council of the City of Mount Vernon;
otherwise, it shall take effect and be in force from and after the earliest period allowed by law.
______________________________________
Bruce E. Hawkins, Presidents of Council
PASSED: _______________________, 2026
ATTEST:_______________________________
Zachary Sherman, Clerk of Council
APPROVED: ____________________, 2026
______________________________________
Matthew T. Starr, Mayor
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City Council Meeting 2/9/2026 7:30 PM
City of Mount Vernon Finance & Budget
Mount Vernon, OH 43050 Mahan, Severns
Category: Resolution
Scheduled Prepared By:
Zac Sherman, Clerk of Council
RESOLUTION 2026-19 Doc ID: 2026-49
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE AUDITOR OF THE CITY
OF MOUNT VERNON TO PAY BILLS PURSUANT TO SECTION 5705.41 (D), THEN
AND NOW CERTIFICATION.
WHEREAS, the Safety-Service Director for the City of Mount Vernon did make the
necessary inquiries that these billed amounts as indicated are legitimate and proper and did
approve payment in the amounts shown; and
WHEREAS, at the time of the making of such contract or order and at the time of the
execution of such certificate a sufficient sum appropriated for the purpose of such contract or
order was in the treasury or in the process of collection to the credit of an appropriate fund free
from any previous encumbrances.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City of Mount Vernon, State of Ohio:
SECTION 1: That the Auditor for the City of Mount Vernon be, and he herewith is,
authorized and directed to pay bills as follows:
1. To Civica North America in the amount of $3,588.78 from line
number 101.1300.54111, General Fund (Auditor) - Services Received - Accrual Acct.
2. To Stryker Sales, LLC in the amount of $22,587.11 from line number
101.3600.54455, General Fund - Lease / Purchase Fire Equipment
SECTION 2: This Resolution provides for appropriations for the current expenses of the
City, and therefore, pursuant to Revised Code Section 731.30, it shall become effective upon its
date of passage and approval by the Mayor.
______________________________________
Bruce E. Hawkins, Presidents of Council
PASSED: _______________________, 2026
ATTEST:_______________________________
Zachary Sherman, Clerk of Council
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APPROVED: ____________________, 2026
______________________________________
Matthew T. Starr, Mayor
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City Council Meeting 2/9/2026 7:30 PM
City of Mount Vernon Employee & Community
Mount Vernon, OH 43050 Relations
Keener, Ruckman
Category: Ordinance
Prepared By: Zac Sherman, Clerk of
ORDINANCE 2026-1 Council
Doc ID: 2026-24
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING COMPENSATION, BENEFITS AND TERMS OF
EMPLOYMENT FOR THE CITY CLERK; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the City of Mount Vernon, State of
Ohio:
SECTION 1: That the following exempt professional position is hereby
authorized within the salary range and upon the appropriation times listed below:
Pay Grade Min Mid Max
City Clerk 1 $21.57 $25.88 $30.20
(per hour)
The salary authorized by this Ordinance shall be payable bi-weekly.
SECTION 2: The salary range listed is the base salary range for the position.
The position is eligible for annual longevity increments:
For the first five (5) years, $400.00.
Annual Longevity Increments after five (5) years:
Year 6 Year 7 Year 8 Year 9 Year 10
$500.00 $550.00 $600.00 $650.00 $700.00
The effective date of eligibility for an annual longevity increment shall be the
anniversary date of employment with the City in a non-bargaining unit position.
SECTION 3: Exempt employees are expected to work as necessary, including
outside of normal business hours, in the completion of their duties. Exempt
employees will work with their supervisor in establishing their work schedule.
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SECTION 4: This position shall be entitled to the benefits outlined in the
Mount Vernon Employee Handbook effective August 2021, as amended.
SECTION 5: This Ordinance is declared to be an emergency measure
necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health and safety
and for the further reason to standardize the City's operation of meetings and
dissemination of information about those meetings, and shall therefore, become
effective upon its date of passage and approval by the Mayor, provided that it
receives the affirmative vote of two-thirds (2/3) of the members elected to the
Council of the City of Mount Vernon; otherwise, it shall take effect and be in
force from and after the earliest period allowed by law.
______________________________________
Bruce E. Hawkins, Presidents of Council
PASSED: _______________________, 2026
ATTEST:_______________________________
Zachary Sherman, Clerk of Council
APPROVED: ____________________, 2026
______________________________________
Matthew T. Starr, Mayor
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City Council Meeting 2/9/2026 7:30 PM
City of Mount Vernon Utilities
Mount Vernon, OH 43050 Ruckman, Miller
Category: Ordinance
Scheduled Prepared By: Zac Sherman, Clerk of
Council
ORDINANCE 2026-2 Doc ID: 2026-30
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTION 911.04 OF THE CODIFIED
ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF MOUNT VERNON.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MOUNT VERNON, STATE OF OHIO, THAT:
Section 1. That Section 911.04(g) of the Codified Ordinances be amended to read
as follows (additions in bold, deletions in strikethrough):
(g) Grease and Oil Traps and Interceptors Fats Oils and Grease (FOG)
Control Devices. For grease, fats, oil, and grease inorganic material such as
sand, grit, etc., interceptors or traps control devices shall be provided at the
User's expense when, in the opinion of the Director, they are necessary for the
proper handling of liquid wastes containing floatable grease in excessive amounts,
as specified in subsection (e)(3)M. and (e)(3)N. hereof, or any flammable wastes,
sand, or other harmful ingredients; except that such interceptors devices shall not
be required for single-family residences, duplexes, or other multi-unit residences
unless the Utilities Commission determines there are discharges that may create
problems in the sanitary sewer. All Users shall also be subject to permit per Section
911.06. All Users with such a device are required to obtain a FOG Permit
from the City’s Code Enforcement Department.
(1) All interceptors and traps FOG control devices shall be of a type and
capacity approved by the Utilities Commission, and shall be located as to be readily
and easily accessible for cleaning and inspection. All interceptors or traps found not
to be in compliance with these guidelines shall be modified or replaced in a timely
manner at the User’s expense. In the maintaining of these interceptors FOG
control devices, the owner shall be responsible for the proper removal and
disposal by appropriate means of the captured material and shall maintain records
of the dates, and means of disposal which are subject to review by the Director. Any
removal and hauling of the collected materials not performed by the owner's
personnel must be performed by currently fully licensed waste disposal or
rendering firms.
(2) The introduction of additives containing surfactants and/or enzymes into
the trap, interceptor, or sanitary sewer is prohibited. Food services wishing to use
aqueous suspensions of grease-consuming bacteria for grease control shall submit a
written request to the Director and must receive written approval prior to their use.
(3) Users with the potential to discharge flammable substances may be
required to install and maintain an approved combustible gas detection meter.
(4) Permits are to be issued for a maximum period of one year. The
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City shall provide the owner with a permit indicating the requirements
that the establishment must meet in order to comply with FOG Best
Management Practices. Applications for permit renewal shall be
submitted no less than thirty (30) days prior to the expiration date of
the permit.
(5) A fee shall be assessed to each permit issued and shall be paid
prior to the issuance of a FOG Permit. This fee shall be set by the
Control Board. Failure to pay fees will result in termination of water
and wastewater services.
(6) The Utility Commission may adopt additional rules to
implement the City’s FOG permitting requirements, including fines for
v iolations of these provisions.
______________________________________
Bruce E. Hawkins, Presidents of Council
PASSED: _______________________, 2026
ATTEST:_______________________________
Zachary Sherman, Clerk of Council
APPROVED: ____________________, 2026
______________________________________
Matthew T. Starr, Mayor
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