WQIO Ohio's Super Station
Development incentives, public safety technology and cemetery operations are among the topics on the agenda when the Mount Vernon City Council meets Monday evening.
Committee meetings begin at 6:15 p.m., followed by the regular legislative session at 7:30 p.m. at City Hall.
Among the first items of discussion is the city’s use of Flock automated license plate readers, which will be reviewed by the Police, Fire and Civil Defense Committee. The technology has generated public discussion in recent months over privacy concerns and its role in criminal investigations.
The Land Use and Development Committee will also hold a public hearing on the proposed Arista Villas development joining the Mount Vernon New Community Authority. Later in the evening, council is expected to consider third readings of ordinances approving the project’s New Community Authority application, tax increment financing agreement and related development incentives.
Council will also review a resolution authorizing the city to dispose of three properties determined to no longer be needed for public use:
10 South Monroe Street
101 Delaware Avenue
A vacant parcel on Delaware Avenue
If approved, the Safety-Service Director would be authorized to sell or otherwise dispose of the properties in accordance with Ohio law.
Another item expected to draw attention is a proposed ordinance establishing a cremation scattering garden at Mound View Cemetery. The ordinance would create a designated location for the final disposition of certain indigent cremated remains while establishing procedures for their care and maintenance.
Council will also consider a first-reading resolution authorizing the donation of surplus Mount Vernon Police Department equipment to another public entity.
Residents may attend the meeting in person or watch it live through the City’s YouTube channel.
