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Mayors Office - Frequently Asked Questions

What are the mayor's responsibilities? 
The Mayor functions as the Chief Executive Officer for the City.  This includes carrying out the Council policies, preparing the budget, directing the City's daily operations, coordinating the various departments and keeping Council informed.

How long is the term for mayor?  
The term for mayor is 4 years.  Mayor Norris began his term on January 1, 2004.

How do I write a letter to Mayor Norris?
Send letters to Mayor Bud Norris, City of Mount Vernon, P.O. Box 809, Mount Vernon, WA 98273 or email mvmayor@ci.mount-vernon.wa.us

How do I volunteer or get appointed to a Board?
All of the information about appointments to citizen volunteer boards and commissions is available on our Board and Commissions web page. If you have any further questions you can always call the Mayor's Office at 360-336-6211.

What is the population of Mount Vernon?
Mount Vernon's population was 26,237 at the 2000 census.

When was Mount Vernon founded?
Mount Vernon was officially incorporated in 1890.

Who are the state and federal legislators representing Mount Vernon?
Washington State Legislature - 40th Legislative District
Senator Harriet Spanel
Representative Dave Quall
Representative Jeff Morris

United States Congress - 2nd Congressional District
Congressman Rick Larsen
Senator Maria Cantwell
Senator Patty Murray

Calendar of Events
Little Mountain Trail Work Parties
3/13/2010 - 12/11/2010
Volunteer trail building at Little Mountain Park is underway. If you're interested in helping please come to a volunteer work party at 10am-4:30pm on 3/13, 3/27, 4/10, 4/24 and additional dates listed below.
Effective Resume Writing
3/17/2010
6:30pm. Join Skagit Valley College Professors Brian Hanchett and Jim Jolly for this free program at the Mount Vernon City Library.
27th Annual Skagit Valley Tulip Festival
4/1/2010 - 4/30/2010
Come see the colorful walk-in tulip fields & enjoy the many activities and events throughout April, including visits to local farms, nurseries & wineries, art shows, the Street Fair, Kiwanis Salmon BBQ, & much more.
Downtown Mount Vernon Street Fair
4/16/2010 - 4/18/2010
1st Street, Fri & Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 10am-5pm. Live music at two stages, children's activities and a wonderful variety of food, with artisans from 8 states. Over 100 juried arts and crafts vendors.
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