City Council:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE
PURCHASE OF DOWNTOWN TRASH
RECEPTACLES FOR BUSINESS DISTRICTS
Whereas, in correspondence dated October 27, 2025, the Commissioner of the Department of Public Works formally requested authorization for the Department of Public Works, in coordination with the City’s Purchasing Office, to purchase commercial-grade, approximately 32-gallon slatted steel trash receptacles with rigid liners, in-ground mounting kits, and delivery to the DPW yard, for use in downtown and business districts throughout the City of Mount Vernon; and
Whereas, the Department of Public Works (“DPW”) has identified that the existing wire trash baskets located in high-traffic commercial corridors throughout the City of Mount Vernon have reached or exceeded their useful life; and
Whereas, many of these receptacles are rusted, missing liners, or structurally compromised, resulting in recurring litter overflow, sanitation inefficiencies, and an overall negative impact on the visual appearance and environmental health of the City’s business districts; and
Whereas, the Department of Public Works has recommended replacing these outdated receptacles with standardized, commercial-grade steel trash receptacles that will improve waste containment, enhance pedestrian experiences, and promote cleaner, safer streets throughout Mount Vernon’s downtown and business areas; and
Whereas, this initiative supports the City’s broader goals of beautification, sustainability, and public safety, while also contributing to the economic vitality and civic pride of the community; and
Whereas, the proposed purchase will include approximately thirty-two (32) gallon, slatted steel trash receptacles with side openings, rigid liners, in-ground mounting kits, and freight delivery to the DPW yard, to be procured in accordance with the City’s Procurement Policy; and
Whereas, the total cost of the purchase shall not exceed Thirty Thousand Six Hundred Ten Dollars and Forty-Nine Cents ($30,610.49), and the Department of Public Works recommends the purchase from Belson Outdoors, the selected vendor, in compliance with all applicable purchasing procedures.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Mount Vernon, in regular session convened, as follows:
Section 1. Authorization to Purchase. The City Council hereby authorizes the Department of Public Works, in coordination with the City’s Purchasing Office, to purchase commercial-grade, approximately 32-gallon slatted steel trash receptacles with rigid liners, in-ground mounting kits, and delivery to the DPW yard, for use in downtown and business districts throughout the City of Mount Vernon.
Section 2. Vendor and Procurement Compliance. Said purchase shall be made from Belson Outdoors, pursuant to applicable procurement laws, policies, and procedures of the City of Mount Vernon. The Purchasing Office shall issue the necessary purchase order(s) to facilitate this procurement.
Section 3. Funding. The total expenditure authorized under this Ordinance shall not exceed $30,610.49, to be charged to the appropriate Department of Public Works Budget Line A8160.203 (Equipment), as approved by the Comptroller.
Section 4. Purpose and Intent. This authorization is intended to promote cleaner, safer, and more visually appealing business corridors; enhance sanitation efficiency; and support the City’s ongoing beautification and public health initiatives.
Section 5. Implementation. The Department of Public Works is hereby authorized and directed to coordinate the acquisition, installation, and deployment of the new trash receptacles in designated downtown and business district locations.
Section 6. Severability. Suppose any clause, sentence, paragraph, or part of this Ordinance shall be adjudged by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid. In that case, such judgment shall not affect, impair, or invalidate the remainder thereof.
Section 7. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect immediately upon adoption by the City Council and subsequent approval by the Board of Estimate & Contract.