City Council:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE DEPARTMENT
OF RECREATION TO CO-SPONSOR THE “LIVING
MY BEST LIFE” COMMUNITY HEALTH FAIR IN
PARTNERSHIP WITH T. FRASER PRODUCTIONS
Whereas, in a letter dated April 22, 2025, the Commissioner of the Department of Recreation formally requested authorization to co-sponsor the “Living My Best Life” Community Health Fair event on October 4, 2025, at Hartley Park, in partnership with T. Fraser Productions. The rain date shall be October 5, 2025; and
Whereas, the City of Mount Vernon is committed to promoting the health, wellness, and empowerment of its residents through programs and events that foster community engagement; and
Whereas, the Department of Recreation has proposed that the City co-sponsor the “Living My Best Life” Community Health Fair in partnership with T. Fraser Productions; and
Whereas, this event is scheduled to take place on Saturday, October 4, 2025, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Hartley Park, with a rain date of Sunday, October 5, 2025; and
Whereas, the event will serve as a day-long festival of wellness, featuring mental and physical health workshops, live performances, fitness demonstrations, panel discussions, food trucks, vendors, and community-building activities; and
Whereas, the City of Mount Vernon recognizes the importance of such initiatives in strengthening social ties and promoting healthier lifestyles across all age groups; 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 of Mount Vernon, through its Department of Recreation, is hereby authorized to co-sponsor the “Living My Best Life” Community Health Fair event on October 4, 2025, at Hartley Park, in partnership with T. Fraser Productions. The rain date shall be October 5, 2025.
Section 2. Support from the Department of Recreation. The Department of Recreation shall provide operational and logistical support, including but not limited to:
• Assistance with securing and coordinating the use of Hartley Park.
• Organizing a Children’s Village (Kid Zone) with bouncy houses and games.
Section 3. Public Safety Support.
The Mount Vernon Police Department is respectfully requested to:
• Assign a patrol car in the vicinity of Hartley Park during event hours.
• Provide an Auxiliary Police presence within the park, as applicable and available.
Section 4. Department of Public Works Support.
The Department of Public Works is respectfully requested to:
• Assist with event clean-up post-event.
• Provide and install barricades at designated park entry points, per the direction of the Recreation event leadership.
Section 5. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect immediately upon approval by the City Council.