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Mount Vernon accepts Police Chief Doug Shannon’s resignation; retirement effective July 31
Summary
Police Chief Doug Shannon announced his retirement effective July 31, 2025; the council formally accepted his resignation at the Feb. 19 meeting and thanked him for his years of service.
Police Chief Doug Shannon announced at the Feb. 19 Mount Vernon City Council meeting that he will retire from his position effective July 31, 2025. Councilmember Tuerler moved to accept the resignation; Councilmember Andresen seconded the motion, which carried.
Council members congratulated Shannon and thanked him for his many years of service. The minutes record the formal acceptance of his resignation; the city will proceed with any required succession or recruitment steps following standard personnel procedures. No timetable for hiring a replacement was provided during the meeting.
The action was recorded as a council motion to accept the resignation and is reflected in the official meeting minutes.
