MT. VERNON, IL — The city of Mt. Vernon under the direction of the Fire Chief Kevin Sargent would like residents to know that the next leaf-burning week will be April 13th through the 19th.
A leaf burning fire is permitted between the hours of sunrise and sunset each of those days. No burning shall occur upon any public street, public sidewalk, drainage ditch within the public right-of-way or any manhole cover, or upon the property of another without written permission.
All types of fires must be physically attended by a person at least 18 years of age at all times.
Burning of any kind may be prohibited during any permitted leaf burning period by order of Fire Chief Sargent due to high winds, dry conditions or other factors.
The second burn period for the spring is from Monday, May 11th through Sunday, May 17th. Further questions can be directed to Fire Chief Sargent at 618-242-6880.