Board of Estimate & Contract:
RESOLVED, that an ordinance adopted by the City Council on January 8, 2025, and signed by the Mayor on January 9, 2025, authorizing the Department of Recreation to Co-Sponsor the Antigua and Barbuda International Cultural Association (ABICA) Food Festival on May 24, 2025 - (anticipated cost of $2,500. Funds are to be allocated from Budget Code 7620.458); be, and the same is hereby approved.
City Council:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE DEPARTMENT
OF RECREATION TO CO-SPONSOR THE ANTIGUA
AND BARBUDA INTERNATIONAL CULTURAL
ASSOCIATION (ABICA) FOOD FESTIVAL
ON MAY 24, 2025
Whereas, by letter dated October 29, 2024, the Deputy Commissioner of the Department of Recreation has requested legislation authorizing the Department of Recreation to co-sponsor the 2025 International Food Festival at Hartley Park on Saturday, May 24, 2025; and
Whereas, the Antigua and Barbuda International Cultural Association (ABICA) has requested the City of Mount Vernon's co-sponsorship of the 2025 International Food Festival to promote cultural and educational enrichment for residents; and
Whereas, ABICA is a community-based organization composed of Mount Vernon residents of Antiguan and Barbudan heritage, dedicated to uplifting the community through events that foster cultural awareness; and
Whereas, the International Food Festival will take place at Hartley Park on Saturday, May 24, 2025, and will require specific City resources, including park access, street closures, and support from various municipal departments; and
Whereas, the Fire Department, Department of Public Works, and Mount Vernon Police Department have reviewed the logistical requirements for the event and support its implementation, subject to compliance with applicable safety and permitting regulations; Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved That
The City of Mount Vernon, in City Council convened, does hereby ordain and enact:
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