The Office for the Aging was established in December 1976 under the Office of the Mayor and mandated to implement, develop, administer programs and services, and personal needs of Mount Vernon’s senior population (60+). Funded through Westchester County/New York State Office for the Aging under Title III of the Older Americans Act and local funding sources.

Senior NEWS

Special City Council Finance & Planning / Human Resources Meeting

Please be advised that there will be a Special Meeting of the Committee of Finance and Planning  on Wednesday September 12, 2018 at 2pm in the City Council Committee Room. Following the above meeting the Committee for Human Resources will also hold a meeting. George W. Brown City Clerk

City Council Meeting Not Confirmed

The City Council meeting posting today July 12, 2018 has not been confirm by the office of the City Clerk and will not be held as stated. No official notice of request been has received. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter. George W. Brown City Clerk  

City Council April 11, 2018 Local Law

The City Council will be voting at its April 11, 2018 meeting on a Local Law amending Chapter C, Article IV: Officer and Election, Section 15 of the Mount Vernon City Charter entitled “Qualifications”.  (Term Limits)  

State of the City Address

Mayor Richard Thomas will deliver his State of the City Address to the City Council tonight March 14, 2018 at 7:00pm in the City Council Chambers. All Citizens are encourage to attend.  This action is being perform per  City Charter Article VI §63 below Duties of the Mayor; messages. [Amended by L.L. No. 9-1960; L.L. No. 1-1972] It shall […]

BOARD OF ESTIMATE MEETING NOTICE

A REGULAR MEETING of the BOARD OF ESTIMATE AND CONTRACT held on TUESDAY MORNING, JANUARY 2, 2018 at 9:30 A.M. in the MAYOR’S CONFERENCE ROOM, City Hall, Mount Vernon, New York.        

Activities

For over 80 years, the City of Mount Vernon has made provisions to address the recreational needs of its senior residents. Programs and services are made available through funding from federal, state, county and local grants.

Of Mount Vernon’s estimated population of 75,000, approximately 15,000 are aged 60 and over

A full range of activities are offered on a daily at 2 senior centers in the city and are available to seniors in the City of Mount Vernon regardless of which center they regularly attend. Free transportation is provided to and from the centers from Monday through Friday. All medical services are FREE to Mount Vernon senior citizens. All centers are accessible to the handicapped.

Nutrition Program

Persons aged 60 and older are eligible to receive hot nutritious meals served at the Armory or Doles Center. Noontime meals are served 5 times per week at both locations. The Armory serves meals on weekends. Meals are prepared at the Armory. Nutritionists and dieticians are available to discuss good nutrition.

Identification Cards

County residents age 60 or over are eligible to receive Westchester County Senior Citizens identification cards. These residence permits entitle the holder to special rates at County-owned parks and recreational facilities, reduced fare on the “Bee-line” bus system (at age 65 or over) and discounts with many merchants. The Bee Line Metro Van comes to Petrillo Plaza every third Monday of the month. A reduced fare card for seniors can be obtained with proof of identification and age.

Other Programs

Referral services and community outreach are performed in the following areas: