The home owners, contractors and investors of mount Vernon are being bullied, mislead, stagnated, losing money and time. The building department is said to be the worst in the state and some say in the country. When it takes 6 months to 2 years to get a permit or approval for for zoning and another year or two for CO, Its UNDERSTANDABLE! They Raised violation fees and are giving out violations more than permits to raise money for the department. The level of professionalism is lacking, people are bullied when they speak up, power is abused, favors are done for whoever is willing to bend a knee, Loss of paperwork, Loss of checks and money order, loss off drawings, drawings are required for simple renovation, no flat fee for permit, the staff takes things personal and the list just goes on. Contractors, investor and potential new residents are run for the hills. Solar panel companies will not touch moun Vernon with 100ft stick. Many are looking to sell and leave because of what's been going on for many years. 

When this petition reaches its target numbers and audience change will come. We want new staff that cares for the up rise of mount vernon, staff that cares more about give permits and solutions than violations and power trips. Sign today and be a part of the change.