City Council:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE DEPARTMENT
OF RECREATION TO CO-SPONSOR THE
SICKLE CELL SYMPOSIUM WITH MONTEFIORE
Whereas, in a letter dated May 28, 2025, the Deputy Commissioner of the Department of Recreation formally requested authorization for said Department to co-sponsor the Sickle Cell Symposium with Montefiore, to be held on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Doles Recreation Center; and
Whereas, the City of Mount Vernon recognizes the importance of increasing public awareness and education about sickle cell disease, a serious hereditary blood disorder that disproportionately affects communities of color; and
Whereas, the Department of Recreation has proposed to co-sponsor a Sickle Cell Symposium in collaboration with Montefiore to educate residents about sickle cell disease, available treatment options, and how to care for individuals experiencing a sickle cell crisis; and
Whereas, the event will be free and open to the public, and there will be no cost to the City for this co-sponsorship; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that co-sponsoring this symposium is in the public interest and serves to promote community health and wellness; 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 Event. The City Council hereby authorizes the Department of Recreation to co-sponsor the Sickle Cell Symposium with Montefiore, to be held on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Doles Recreation Center.
Section 2. Purpose of Event. The Sickle Cell Symposium shall be designed to educate the public on sickle cell disease, including how to manage care during a sickle crisis, and to provide updates on recent advances in treatment.
Section 3. Cost to City. There shall be no cost to the City of Mount Vernon associated with this event. Any required staffing, promotional materials, or logistical support shall be provided in kind by the Department of Recreation and Montefiore.
Section 4. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect immediately upon its adoption by the City Council.