The City of Mount Vernon is a Type A general-law municipality. The Administration is responsible for the overall operation of the City and implementing the policies established by the Mayor and the Council.

City Administrator, Craig Lindholm, has served as City Administrator since November, 2022.

City Secretary, Angie Pike, has served as the Interim City Secretary since December 2025.

Vision Statement

We aspire to be the city of choice for ourselves and future generations - beautiful, clean and safe. We will strive to preserve our heritage, our friendly hometown atmosphere and celebrate the diversity of all our citizens.