Board of Estimate & Contract:
RESOLVED, that an ordinance adopted by the City Council on April 23, 2025, and signed by the Mayor on April 24, 2025, granting permission to the Mount Vernon Youth Bureau (MVYB) to Utilize City Hall Plaza on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, to Host the Youth Mental Wellness Fest “Vibe Check” through the Ready4Life Program) - (all costs associated with the event shall be funded through the Ready4Life budget under code A7335.458); be, and the same is hereby approved.
City Council:
AN ORDINANCE GRANTING PERMISSION TO
THE MOUNT VERNON YOUTH BUREAU (MVYB)
TO UTILIZE CITY HALL PLAZA ON WEDNESDAY,
MAY 14, 2025, TO HOST THE YOUTH MENTAL
WELLNESS FEST “VIBE CHECK” THROUGH THE
READY4LIFE PROGRAM
Whereas, in a letter dated April 21, 2025, the Executive Director of the Youth Bureau (MVYB) requested legislation for authorization to use City Hall Plaza on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, between the hours of 3:30 p.m. and 6:00 p.m., to host the Youth Mental Wellness Fest, entitled Vibe Check, under the Ready4Life Program; and
Whereas, the Mount Vernon Youth Bureau, through its Ready4Life Program, has proposed hosting a community-focused Youth Mental Wellness Fest entitled Vibe Check; and
Whereas, the event is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, from 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., at City Hall Plaza, a central and accessible location for youth and families in the community; and
Whereas, May is recognized nationally as Mental Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to promoting awareness, understanding, and support for mental health and well-being; and
Whereas, the MVYB seeks to create a safe, engaging, and educational environment for youth and parents, emphasizing the importance of mental wellness and connecting attendees to local resources and support systems; and
Whereas, the proposed event will feature interactive wellness activities such as kickboxing, paint therapy, journaling, yoga, reiki, game tables, and sound bath sessions, all aimed at promoting emotional expression, stress reduction, mindfulness, and community support; and
Whereas, the event will be held in partnership with various local organizations, including but not limited to the Mount Vernon Police Department Wellness Division, Planned Parenthood, Children’s Village Sanctuary, Health First, Westchester Jewish Community Services, Montefiore, and the Westchester Health Center, and will include a licensed therapist booth to provide brief mental health consultations; and
Whereas, all costs associated with the event shall be funded through the Ready4Life budget under code A7335.458; Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved That
The City of Mount Vernon, in City Council convened, does hereby ordain and enact:
Section 1. Authorization to Use Cit Hall. The Youth Bureau is hereby granted permission to use City Hall Plaza on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, between the hours of 3:30 p.m. and 6:00 p.m., to host the Youth Mental Wellness Fest, entitled Vibe Check, under the Ready4Life Program.
Section 2. Event Purpose and Objectives. The purpose of the event is to promote mental health awareness and education among youth and parents through interactive and therapeutic activities, community engagement, and access to local wellness resources.
Section 3. Partnerships and Participating Organizations. The Mount Vernon Youth Bureau is authorized to collaborate with local and regional organizations providing wellness services and mental health support, including the Mount Vernon Police Department Wellness Division, Planned Parenthood, Children’s Village Sanctuary, Health First, Westchester Jewish Community Services, Montefiore, Westchester Health Center, and any additional vetted partners.
Section 4. Funding. All expenses related to the event shall be charged to and accounted for under the Ready4Life Program Budget Code A7335.458.
Section 5. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect immediately upon approval by the Board of Estimate & Contract.