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  • Text us to find City Information and Report Issues:


    • You can now text the City of Mount Vernon to find information and report issues on the go.

    • Find information about City Council meetings, Administration, events, trash, utilities, new business, recreation, employment and more. You can also report issues such as a pothole, street light, or sign.

    • Save the city’s text messaging number to your phone and text “Hi” or use any of the keywords from the keywords list whenever you need it.

    • Try it today, text “Hi” to the City of Mount Vernon at: (903) 270-7779

  • Receive City Text Alerts:


    • Sign up to receive City alerts via text message. Opt-in to get the latest updates such as City Council Meetings, when the Storm Shelter Opens, Ticket/ Citation information, etc., sent directly to your phone. 

    • Get Started:  Text the word “MOUNTVERNONALERTS” to: 91896 

    • What to Expect:
      After the initial keyword "MOUNTVERNONALERTS" is sent, you will receive a confirmation message asking you to reply YES to verify opt-in.

    • How to Opt Out:
      Text STOP at any time to remove yourself from the notification list.

    • View terms and privacy policy info at textmygov.com/opt-in-terms-conditions. 

    • Msg & Data rates apply. Msg frequency varies. Text STOP at any time to opt-out. Text HELP for contact info.

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