City Council:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE TEMPORARY
CLOSURE OF A PORTION OF GRAMATAN AVENUE AND
THE TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC RIGHTS-OF-WAY
FOR THE FLYEST (FASHION) NIGHT OUT COMMUNITY
Whereas, by letter dated July 15, 2026, Edward Fitchett of Fich?tte has requested authorization for the temporary of Gramatan Avenue between Stevens Avenue/Fiske Place and Prospect Avenue on Saturday, September 12, 2026, during the hours of 6:00 p.m. through 10:00 p.m., or for such additional time immediately before and after the event as may be reasonably necessary for event setup and breakdown, as approved by the appropriate City officials; and
Whereas, the proposed event will be held on Gramatan Avenue between Stevens Avenue/Fiske Place and Prospect Avenue, within the City of Mount Vernon, New York; and
Whereas, Flyest (Fashion) Night Out is intended to celebrate fashion, creativity, entrepreneurship, and artistic expression by showcasing designers and fashion brands from around the world while highlighting the talent of designers from Westchester County; and
Whereas, the event is expected to promote economic development, encourage patronage of local businesses, strengthen community engagement, and enhance the City of Mount Vernon's reputation as a destination for arts, culture, and innovation; and
Whereas, planned activities include an outdoor fashion show, designer showcases, professional photography and videography, content creation, community networking opportunities, and media coverage; and
Whereas, the event organizers have represented that they will coordinate with the Mount Vernon Police Department, Mount Vernon Fire Department, Department of Public Works, Bee-Line Transit officials, and all other appropriate City departments and agencies to ensure that public safety, traffic control, sanitation, insurance, permitting, and emergency access requirements are fully satisfied; and
Whereas, the organizers have further represented ...
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