Page 8 - 2024-2025 Mount Vernon Chamber Directory

8 Mayor’s Message

PETER DONOVAN
Mount Vernon Mayor
mountvernonwa.gov

You belong here. . .

I am so happy to welcome you to Mount Vernon! And I would like to thank
the Chamber of Commerce for its contributions to our quality of life here.
Our city truly offers the best of so many opportunities. I would invite you
to explore the trails at Little Mountain Park, by bike or on foot; take a stroll
through Historic Downtown on the Riverwalk along the mighty Skagit
River; and discover some of the most unique and authentic restaurants and
breweries in the region.

We are fortunate to be positioned between two major urban centers—
Seattle and Vancouver, BC—yet still have access to so much of what makes
small city living so attractive. A strong business community, a city-owned
fiber optic network, and a sense of pride that is shared by the members
of this welcoming area. In 2024, we are excited to finally be opening the
Mount Vernon Library Commons. This innovative 130,000 square foot
facility features a library, community center, commercial kitchen, over 275
parking stalls with 80 EV charging stations; and will attract new investment
to our area—supporting our business and learning community in a new and
exciting way.

The City of Mount Vernon government closely partners and supports the
Chamber of Commerce in its vision of fostering economic prosperity and
quality of life in our city. Excellence in our City services paves the way
toward those goals, and we are committed to professionalism and efficiency
in the services that we provide to our residents and businesses.
Please feel free to contact us at City Hall any time. Being a part of Mount
Vernon is more than just business, it is connection to community; and you
belong here!

Mayor Peter Donovan