City Council:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE
DEPARTMENT OF RECREATION TO
CO-SPONSOR THE ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA
INTERNATIONAL CULTURAL ASSOCIATION
(ABICA) INTERNATIONAL FOOD FESTIVAL
Whereas, in correspondence dated February 11, 2026, the Deputy Commissioner of the Department of Recreation formally requested authorization to co-sponsor the ABICA International Food Festival at Hartley Park on Saturday, May 23, 2026, and on the fourth Saturday in May annually thereafter; and
Whereas, the Antigua and Barbuda International Cultural Association (ABICA) is a community-based organization composed of Mount Vernon residents of Antiguan and Barbudan heritage, dedicated to promoting cultural and educational events that strengthen the community; and
Whereas, ABICA has requested that the City of Mount Vernon, through its Department of Recreation, co-sponsor the ABICA International Food Festival to be held on Saturday, May 23, 2026, and subsequently on the fourth Saturday of May each year; and
Whereas, the event will take place at Hartley Park and is intended to celebrate cultural heritage while providing opportunities for local food and craft vendors; and
Whereas, ABICA has requested authorization to use Hartley Park from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on the day of the event, including set-up and clean-up times, at no cost to the City; and
Whereas, ABICA will be responsible for the cost of Mount Vernon Police Department (MVPD) or Auxiliary Officers, vendor permits, and any necessary fire inspections by the Mount Vernon Fire Department (MVFD) for vendors using grills, propane, or other open flames; and
Whereas, the Department of Recreation will be responsible for general cleanup of the park following the event;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MOUNT VERNON, NEW YORK, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Authorization of Event. The City of Mount Vernon, through its Department of Recreation, is hereby authorized t...
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