City Council:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING A PARTNERSHIP
WITH THE NEW YORK PRESBYTERIAN DIVISION
OF COMMUNITY AND POPULATION HEALTH FOR
COMMUNITY REVITALIZATION ACTIVITIES AT
LEE O. MANN PARK
Whereas, by letter dated June 28, 2024, the Commissioner of the Department of Public Safety has requested legislation authorizing to partner with the New York Presbyterian Division of Community and Population Health to conduct community revitalization activities at Lee O. Mann Park on July 19 and July 25, 2024; and
Whereas, the Office of the Mayor, the Commissioner of Recreation of the City of Mount Vernon, NY, and the New York Presbyterian Division of Community and Population Health (NYP) seek to collaborate on community revitalization activities at Lee O. Mann Park on Sheridan Avenue; and
Whereas, NYP Division of Community and Population Health aims to encourage healthy living in an intergenerational community through various community-engaging activities in parks and green spaces; and
Whereas, NYP proposes a two-day series of events on July 19th and July 25th, 2024, to engage the community, particularly the youth, in activities that promote gross motor skills, artistic expression, and environmental awareness; and
Whereas, the first day, July 19, 2024, will feature a sidewalk chalk obstacle course for children ages 5-12, and the second day, July 25, 2024, will include artistic painting of planters and personalized flowerpot planting; and
Whereas, NYP will provide all necessary supplies for these events at no cost to the City of Mount Vernon; and
Whereas, this partnership will enhance the community’s quality of life and foster a sense of pride and ownership in the park and surrounding areas; Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved That
The City of Mount Vernon, in City Council convened, does hereby ordain, and enact:
Section 1. Authorization of Partnership. The City of Mount Vernon is authorized to partner with the New York Presbyterian Division of Community and Population Health to conduct community revitalization activities at Lee O. Mann Park on July 19 and July 25, 2024.
Section 2. Event Details.
1. On July 19, 2024, a sidewalk chalk obstacle course will be held for children ages 5-12 to engage in gross motor activities.
2. On July 25, 2024, the event will feature artistic expression activities, including painting bricks on planters and designing personalized flowerpots and plants.
Section 3. Provision of Supplies. All supplies required for the events on both days will be provided by the New York Presbyterian Division of Community and Population Health at no cost to the City of Mount Vernon.
Section 4. Implementation and Oversight. The Office of the Mayor and the Commissioner of Recreation shall oversee the implementation of the events and ensure that the activities are conducted smoothly and safely.
Section 5. Effective Date. This ordinance shall take effect immediately upon its passage and approval by the City Council.