City Council:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING A
PARTNERSHIP WITH OPTIMUM FOR
THE CITY OF MOUNT VERNON
EMPLOYEE APPRECIATION DAY EVENT
Whereas, in correspondence dated May 6, 2026, the Deputy Commissioner of the Department of Recreation formally requested authorization for the Department to enter into a partnership with Optimum for the purpose of hosting an Employee Appreciation Day event on May 18, 2026; and
Whereas, the City of Mount Vernon recognizes the dedication, service, and contributions of its employees to the effective operation of municipal government and the well-being of the community; and
Whereas, the Department of Recreation has proposed hosting an Employee Appreciation Day event on Monday, May 18, 2026, at City Hall Plaza to honor City employees; and
Whereas, Optimum, a connectivity service provider, has offered to partner with the City by providing a full on-site branded activation at no cost to the City of Mount Vernon; and
Whereas, said activation will include a branded tent experience, an Optimum sprinter van, and interactive engagement stations designed to enhance the event experience for City employees; and
Whereas, the proposed partnership presents both direct and indirect benefits to City employees, including engagement opportunities, morale enhancement, and recognition of public service; and
Whereas, the use of City Hall Plaza for such an event serves a valid public purpose by fostering employee appreciation and organizational morale; and
Whereas, the City Council finds it to be in the best interest of the City to authorize this partnership and event;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MOUNT VERNON, NEW YORK, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Authorization of Partnership. The City Council hereby approves and authorizes the Department of Recreation to enter into a partnership with Optimum for the purpose of hosting an Employee Appreciation Day event on May 18, ...
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