City Council:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE 4TH
ANNUAL HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH
CELEBRATION ON SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2025
Whereas, in correspondence dated June 17, 2025, the Mayor formally requested authorization for the Office of the Mayor, the Recreation Department, and Westchester Latinos Unidos to sponsor and conduct the 4th Annual Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Howard Street Playground. The rain date for this event shall be Saturday, September 27, 2025, at the same time and location; and
Whereas, Hispanic Heritage Month is recognized nationally as a time to celebrate the history, culture, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans; and
Whereas, the City of Mount Vernon is committed to honoring the diversity of its residents and fostering inclusive community celebrations; and
Whereas, the Office of the Mayor, the Recreation Department, and Westchester Latinos Unidos have jointly proposed to sponsor the 4th Annual Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. (Rain Date: Saturday, September 27, 2025); and
Whereas, the event will be held at Howard Street Playground and includes street closures, vendor booths, performances, and activities to serve the community and promote cultural awareness; and
Whereas, it is necessary to authorize related street closures, equipment placement, and allocation of municipal funds to support the event; Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved That
The City of Mount Vernon, in City Council convened, does hereby ordain and enact:
Section 1. Event Authorization. The City Council hereby authorizes the Office of the Mayor, the Recreation Department, and Westchester Latinos Unidos to sponsor and conduct the 4th Annual Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Howard Street Playground. The rain date for this event s...
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