Mount Vernon City Council Meeting - October 28, 2026

The Mount Vernon City Council’s regular meeting on October 28, 2026, included adoption of a consent agenda covering meeting minutes, payroll claims, and two routine agreements; no contract details were provided. The council held a public hearing on the city’s preliminary 2027 revenue estimates, totaling approximately $102.1 million, but took no action on the estimates. The presentation included an estimated $3.1 million Department of Ecology stormwater grant and discussed the Transportation Benefit District’s 0.2% sales tax, which voters will decide whether to renew. The city estimates approximately $2.3 million in TBD revenue for 2027, restricted to transportation projects such as street, sidewalk, trail, and traffic improvements.

The mayor reported that the Westside 536 Bridge painting project, being carried out by a WSDOT contractor, remained on schedule for completion by the holidays; a two-week bridge closure was planned to finish the work. No new contract awards, vendor selections, or procurement approvals were identified. Public comments focused on budget priorities, police and community outreach staffing, and requests for clearer budget information. The council also confirmed an appointment to the Arts Commission; this was not a procurement action.