Mt. Vernon, IL

Located at the crossroads of Interstate 57 and Interstate 64, Mt. Vernon is the perfect location for many industries, retail businesses, regional medical services, and tourism. Over one billion public and private dollars have been spent on development during the last six years in Mt. Vernon. 

Under the guidance of a citizen/city-generated Comprehensive Plan, Mt. Vernon has made great strides in infrastructure improvements: roads, water and sewer lines, growth in economic development: new retail, expansion, and renovation of existing businesses, the attraction of new businesses, growth in recreational facilities, and community events, and the revitalization of its historic downtown area.