City Council:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE VITY OF MOUNT VERNON TO COLLABORATE WITH THE HUTCHINSON RIVER RESTORATION PROJECT AND KHALIPHA, INC. TO PROMOTE AND OBSERVE NATIONAL ARBOR DAY ON APRIL 24, 2026
Whereas, in correspondence dated March 31, 2025, the Commissioner of Planning and Community Development formally requested authorization for the Department of Planning, in coordination with the Department of Public Works and the Tree Advisory Board, to collaborate with the Hutchinson River Restoration Project (HRRP) and Khalipha, Inc. to celebrate National Arbor Day on April 24, 2026; and
Whereas, this event will celebrate the City's Tree City USA designation and raise awareness about the importance of planting and preserving trees. HRRP will assist in organizing stewardship and educational activities along the Hutchinson River corridor, including a ceremonial tree planting, light cleanup and invasive species awareness, and community engagement activities.;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MOUNT VERNON, NEW YORK, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Authorization. The City of Mount Vernon is hereby authorized to collaborate with the Hutchinson River Restoration Project (HRRP) and Khalipha, Inc. to celebrate National Arbor Day on April 24, 2026
Section 2. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect immediately upon adoption by the City Council.