City Council:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING A CITY PERMIT
FOR THE PORTUGUESE AMERICAN CLUB'S
ANNUAL ST. ANTONIO FEAST / PORTUGAL DAY
BLOCK PARTY ON JUNE 8, 2025
Whereas, by letter dated April 30, 2025, the Portuguese American Club of Mount Vernon has requested authorization for the Portuguese American Club of Mount Vernon to conduct its Annual St. Antonio Feast / Portugal Day Block Party on Sunday, June 8, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., including time for setup and cleanup; and
Whereas, the Portuguese American Club of Mount Vernon has submitted a formal request to the City Council for authorization to host its annual celebration honoring St. Antonio and Portugal Day; and
Whereas, this cultural event serves to promote and preserve Portuguese traditions and is open to the wider Mount Vernon community, fostering diversity and community engagement; and
Whereas, the Portuguese American Club has hosted this annual celebration for over 30 years without issue, and has submitted all required applications, insurance documents, neighbor consents, and agreements; and
Whereas, the Mount Vernon Fire Department has reviewed the event setup, including tent placement and fire safety measures, and has raised no objections; and
Whereas, the Mount Vernon Department of Public Works has confirmed support for the event, including agreement to post "No Parking" signs 72 hours in advance and to place appropriate street closure banners; and
Whereas, the Police Department has reviewed the event and recommended approval with provisions for oversight by the sector car, patrol supervisor, and additional officers if needed, at the organizer's expense; 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 of Mount Vernon hereby authorizes the Portuguese American Club of Mount Vernon to conduct its Annual St. Antonio Feast / Portuga...
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