Board of Estimate & Contract:
RESOLVED, that a resolution adopted by the City Council on August 14, 2024, and signed by the Mayor on August 15, 2024, retroactively authorizing the Co-Sponsorship of “the Twilight Series” by the Department of Recreation and Friends of Mount Vernon, Recreation and Youth Programs, Inc. - ($5,000 and will be charged to Budget Code A7021.458), be and the same is hereby approved.
City Council:
An Ordinance RETROACTIVELY AuthorizING
the Co-Sponsorship of “The Twilight Series”
by the Department of Recreation and
Friends of Mt. Vernon, Recreation and
Youth Programs, Inc.
Whereas, by letter dated July 24, 2024, the Commissioner for the Department of Recreation has requested legislation retroactively authorizing the Department of Recreation to co-sponsor “The Twilight Series” with the Friends of Mt. Vernon, Recreation and Youth Programs, Inc., from July 11, 2024, to August 1, 2024; and
Whereas, the City of Mount Vernon is committed to promoting community engagement, healthy living, and athleticism among its residents; and
Whereas, “The Twilight Series,” sponsored by Montefiore, returns for its second year to Memorial Field, providing an exciting blend of athletic competition and community spirit every Thursday from July 11, 2024, to August 1, 2024, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.; and
Whereas, this event features a variety of track and field activities, encouraging participation from all ages and enhancing community connections; and
Whereas, the Department of Recreation, in collaboration with Friends of Mt. Vernon, Recreation and Youth Programs, Inc., seeks to co-sponsor this event to build upon the success of last year’s inaugural series; and
Whereas, funds for this event will be charged to Budget Code A7021.458, not to exceed $5,000, and the Recreation Department will provide personnel, the venue, and insurance as part of the co-sponsorship; Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved That
The City of Mount Vernon, in City Council convened, does hereby ordain and enact:
Section 1. Authorization. The City Council retroactively authorizes the Department of Recreation to co-sponsor “The Twilight Series” with the Friends of Mt. Vernon, Recreation and Youth Programs, Inc., from July 11, 2024, to August 1, 2024.
Section 2. Funding. The funds allocated for this event shall not exceed $5,000 and will be charged to Budget Code A7021.458.
Section 3. Responsibilities. As part of the co-sponsorship agreement, the Department of Recreation will provide the necessary personnel, the venue at Memorial Field, and insurance coverage.
Section 4. Event Details. “The Twilight Series” will occur every Thursday from July 11, 2024, to August 1, 2024, between 5:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. at Memorial Field.
Section 5. Effective Date. This ordinance shall take effect upon its approval by the Board of Estimate & Contract.