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Washington, IA 52353
319-653-2191
City of Mt. Pleasant
Since its foundation in 1835, the city of Mt. Pleasant has been at the center of Henry County’s history and development. The seat of the county government since 1837, it has also featured a strong role in culture.
The city held an estimated 9,132 residents according to the 2022 census, making it the largest in Henry County. That, plus its highway and railroad connections make it the largest in the county’s business center, drawing many residents of the surrounding area into it’s workforce.
For more information about the city of Mt. Pleasant, visit the city’s website at www.cityofmountpleasant.org.
City Hall
Location:
307 East Monroe Street,
Mt. Pleasant, Iowa 52641
Phone: 319-385-1470
Mt. Pleasant City Council
Mt. Pleasant’s city government consists of a mayor and six council members. Four of the council members represent the four wards of the city, and two of the council members are elected at-large. All elected officials in Mt. Pleasant are nonpartisan.
The mayor of Mt. Pleasant is elected to serve two-year terms and is the chairman of the council, but does not vote.
The council is responsible for setting policy and granting authorization for virtually any project done by the city government.
The council meets at 5:30 p.m. on the second and fourth Wednesday of every month (except holidays) in the council chambers of City Hall. Meetings are open to the public.
To have an item placed on the council agenda, make a request in writing to the mayor, city administrator, or city clerk no later than the Monday before the council meeting. Each request is subject to review before being placed on the agenda.
