City Council:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE DEPARTMENT
OF RECREATION TO CO-SPONSOR THE THIRD
LATINO FESTIVAL AT HARTLEY PARK IN PARTNERSHIP
WITH MIZTLI CULTURE ART & MUSIC INC.
Whereas, in correspondence dated May 27, 2026, the Commissioner of the Department of Recreation requested authorization to co-sponsor the Third Latino Festival in partnership with Miztli Culture Art & Music Inc., to be held at Hartley Park on Saturday, August 15, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.; and
Whereas, the Third Latino Festival is scheduled to take place on Saturday, August 15, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., and is intended to provide a family-friendly celebration of Latino culture through music, dance, art, food, educational activities, and community engagement; and
Whereas, the festival is designed to celebrate the diversity of the City of Mount Vernon by showcasing cultural traditions and fostering greater understanding, inclusion, and appreciation among residents and visitors of all ages and backgrounds; and
Whereas, the event will transform Hartley Park into a welcoming community gathering space that encourages civic participation, cultural awareness, and unity while highlighting the rich cultural heritage that contributes to the vitality of the City; and
Whereas, the Department of Recreation has agreed to assist with the event by providing tables and chairs and assigning Recreation staff to support event operations, including cleanup and garbage collection; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that co-sponsoring the Third Latino Festival serves a valid public purpose by promoting cultural enrichment, recreation, tourism, community engagement, and the general welfare of the residents of the City of Mount Vernon.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Mount Vernon, New York, as follows:
Section 1. Authorization to Co-Sponsor Event. The City Council hereby authorizes the Department of Recreation...
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