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The City Council voted 4-1 to close the public hearing on the draft Envision Mount Vernon comprehensive plan while accepting written comments through November 17, 2025, at 5 p.m. The plan was not adopted at this meeting.
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Residents could still submit written feedback after the hearing, and the council said it would review comments with planning officials and consultants before making final edits. A final draft, environmental review materials, and proposed resolutions are expected to be posted before the council votes. Public comments at the hearing were largely opposed to the plan, citing concerns about density, zoning, infrastructure, finances, and environmental review.
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