“One resident who resides in an area where cameras were installed told me she’s certain they’ve made a difference. Because of this program, she can sleep better at night,” said Chief of Police Trent Page, Mount Vernon Police Department.
The county seat of Jefferson County, Mount Vernon, IL is located in the state’s south-central region, just 80 miles east of St. Louis, MO. Home to approximately 15,000 residents, Mount Vernon is known as the “Festival Arts City” for its numerous performing arts programs, outdoor markets, and craft fairs. The city also features museums, municipal parks, and easy access to a 19,000-acre state recreation area nearby.
