Economic Development Opportunities

New Conference Center

The Mount Vernon Library Commons is a cornerstone of Downtown Mount Vernon. Every aspect of the design is based on how to better serve our growing community. 

Conference Center Economic Benefits

• Space to accommodate 400+ people
• Rental availability for organizations, businesses, and individuals to host events, meetings, and conferences
•  Up to date AV equipment available
• Licensed incubator kitchen to encourage value added product development
• Commercial kitchen to support catering for meetings and other gatherings

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​Parking Garage Economic Benefits

• 269 parking spaces, including 76 EV charging stations
• Allowing street parking to open for downtown shoppers and diners 
• With the largest EV charging station in the country, it encourages daytrips to Downtown Mount Vernon for people who drive EV to charge while they eat, shop, and play 
• More downtown parking will allow developers to build multi-unit housing and/or a boutique hotel 

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