City Council:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE TEMPORARY
CLOSURE OF ONE (1) CITY BLOCK FOR THE SEVENTH
ANNUAL MOUNT VERNON PUBLIC LIBRARY COMIC EXPO
Whereas, in correspondence received from the Community Outreach / Special Events Coordinator on behalf of the Mount Vernon Public Library (“MVPL”), a formal request was submitted seeking authorization for the temporary closure of one (1) City block on South First Avenue, between East First Street and East Second Street, adjacent to the Mount Vernon Public Library, on Sunday, September 28, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., for the purposes of setting up, conducting, and dismantling the Seventh Annual MVPL Comic Expo; and
Whereas, the purpose of this request is to accommodate the Seventh Annual Mount Vernon Public Library Comic Expo (“MVPL Comic Expo”), a free, family-friendly community event scheduled to take place from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.; and
Whereas, the MVPL Comic Expo has become a signature community event in the City of Mount Vernon, providing engaging activities such as live entertainment, gaming, children’s programming, vendor showcases, and a cosplay contest, while drawing families, community members, and visitors to the City; and
Whereas, the temporary street closure will ensure the safety of all participants, provide sufficient space for vendors and performers, and allow for the efficient management of attendees; and
Whereas, the Mount Vernon Public Library has committed to working with the Department of Public Safety, the Department of Public Works, and all other relevant City agencies to ensure proper security, traffic redirection, and compliance with all City requirements; Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved That
The City of Mount Vernon, in City Council convened, does hereby ordain and enact:
Section 1. Authorization of Street Closure. The City Council hereby authorizes the temporary closure of South First Avenue between East First Street and East Second Street, adjacent to the Mount Vernon Public Library, on Sunday, September 28, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., for the purposes of setting up, conducting, and dismantling the Seventh Annual MVPL Comic Expo.
Section 2. Coordination with City Departments. The Mount Vernon Public Library shall coordinate with the Department of Public Safety, the Department of Public Works, and any other relevant City agencies to ensure proper traffic control, public safety, sanitation, and other necessary logistical support.
Section 3. Compliance with Regulations. The Mount Vernon Public Library shall comply with all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations of the City of Mount Vernon and shall be responsible for ensuring that the event is conducted in a safe and orderly manner.
Section 4. Effective Date. This ordinance shall take effect immediately upon passage and approval by the City Council and only upon the filing of documents in the office of the City Clerk of Mount Vernon.