Mount Vernon, NY.(regional economy) From: Fairfield County Business Journal | Date: August 29, 2005 | COPYRIGHT 2005 Westfair Communications, Inc. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group.Copyright information

Originally conceived by John Stevens in 1850 as a planned community, Mount Vernon has grown into a densely populated and vibrant city complete with rapidly expanding commercial districts. A new retail complex on East Sandford Boulevard includes chain retailers like Target, Bed Bath & Beyond and TJ Maxx.

The Latin inscription on the city seal of Mount Vernon translates as "The City of Happy Homes," and the Mount Vernon Hospital and recreational areas provide services which make the residents happy. The city's recreation department maintains sports facilities that have hosted ...

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