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, authorizing the Department of Recreation to Co-Sponsor ‘City Fest 2025’ in Partnership with Friends of Mount Vernon, Recreation and Youth Programs, Inc., and for Related Purposes - (Saturday, September 13, 2025, with a rain date of Sunday, September 14, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.; funds for this event will be reflected in Budget Code A7620.457 not to exceed $25,000); be, and the same is hereby approved.
City Council:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE
DEPARTMENT OF RECREATION TO
CO-SPONSOR ‘CITY FEST 2025’ IN PARTNERSHIP
WITH FRIENDS OF MOUNT VERNON, RECREATION
AND YOUTH PROGRAMS, INC., AND FOR
RELATED PURPOSES
Whereas, in a letter dated April 10, 2025, the Deputy Commissioner of the Department of Recreation requested authorization for said Department to co-sponsor City Fest 2025: Business, Food, and Culture Expo in partnership with Friends of Mount Vernon, Recreation and Youth Programs, Inc., on Saturday, September 13, 2025, with a rain date of Sunday, September 14, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.; and
Whereas, the City of Mount Vernon Department of Recreation seeks to co-sponsor “City Fest 2025: Business, Food, and Culture Expo” in collaboration with Friends of Mount Vernon, Recreation and Youth Programs, Inc., and
Whereas, the event is scheduled for Saturday, September 13, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., with a rain date of Sunday, September 14, 2025, and
Whereas, City Fest aims to promote community engagement, local businesses, culture, and entertainment through outdoor festivities that include vendors, performances, and exhibitions, and
Whereas, various City departments will be required to assist with the preparation, execution, and safety of the event, and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the goals and purpose of City Fest 2025 serve the public interest and merit official support and authorization; Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved That
The City of Mount Vernon, in City Council convened, does hereby ordain and enact:
Section 1. Authorization to Co-Sponsor. The City Council hereby authorizes the Department of Recreation to co-sponsor City Fest 2025: Business, Food, and Culture Expo in partnership with Friends of Mount Vernon, Recreation and Youth Programs, Inc., on Saturday, September 13, 2025, with a rain date of Sunday, September 14, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Section 2. Street Closures. The following streets shall be closed to vehicular traffic from 4:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. on the day of the event:
• Gramatan Avenue from Lincoln Avenue to Sidney Avenue
• Oakley Avenue from Crary to Gramatan Avenue
• North Street from Crary to Gramatan Avenue to North 5th Avenue
• North 3rd Avenue from Sidney Avenue to Oakley Avenue
The Department of Public Safety and Department of Parking are hereby directed to post street closure signs at the above locations no later than Monday, September 8, 2025.
Section 3. Use of Public Space. Permission is granted for the use of street beds and sidewalks within the closed areas for the purposes of setting up booths, tents, tables, and chairs to accommodate outdoor dining, food, merchandise, and art vendors.
Section 4. City Department Assistance. The following City Departments are authorized and directed to provide necessary support and services in connection with City Fest 2025:
• Department of Public Safety
• Department of Public Works
• Department of Water
• Fire Department
Such assistance shall include, but is not limited to, public safety, sanitation, water access, and fire safety.
Section 5. Promotional Banners. Permission is granted to display banners and signage promoting City Fest 2025 throughout the City of Mount Vernon, in compliance with applicable city codes and regulations.
Section 6. Stage Placement. Permission is granted for the placement of a stage on Gramatan Avenue, between Lincoln Avenue and Oakley Avenue, directly in front of “the Circle.” The Circle itself shall remain open and unobstructed.
Section 7. Budget Allocation. An amount not to exceed $25,000 shall be allocated for City Fest 2025 from Budget Code A7620.457. This allocation shall be used for event costs incurred by the Department of Recreation, which shall also provide personnel and resources as part of the co-sponsorship.
Section 8. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect immediately upon its adoption by the Board of Estimate & Contract.