Board of Estimate and Contract:
RESOLVED, that an ordinance adopted by the City Council on December 13, 2023, and signed by the Mayor on December 14, 2023, authorizing the Increase of Parking Permit Fees for 2024 - (effective January 1, 2024), be and the same is hereby approved.
City Council:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE
INCREASE OF PARKING PERMIT FEES FOR 2024
Whereas, by letter dated December 5, 2023, the Interim Commissioner of the Department of Public Safety has requested legislation authorizing the increase in permit fees for 2024; and
Whereas, the City of Mount Vernon Park Bureau recognizes the need for an adjustment in permit fees to address the rising costs and maintain effective parking management; and
Whereas, parking permit fees have remained unchanged since 2013, necessitating a revision to align with current economic conditions; and
Whereas, the implementation of a $25.00 late fee for parking permits not renewed and paid in full before the 1st day of the permit period is essential for administrative efficiency; Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved That
The City of Mount Vernon, in City Council convened, does hereby ordain, and enact:
Section 1. Increase of Monthly Resident Parking Permits for 2024. The following adjustments to the Monthly Resident Parking Permit fees shall be effective January 1, 2024:
Existing 2023 Fees:
1. Senior Citizen 24-hour - $50.00
2. Resident 24-hour Parking - $65.00
3. Non-Resident 24-hour Parking - $100.00
Proposed 2024 Fees:
1. Senior Citizen 24-hour - $60.00
2. Resident 24-hour Parking - $100.00
3. Non-Resident 24-hour Parking - $175.00
Section 2. Implementation of Late Fee. A late fee of $25.00 shall be imposed on parking permits not renewed and paid for in full before the 1st day of the permit period. This late fee is effective from January 1, 2024.
Section 3. Purpose of Fee Adjust...
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