City Council:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE TEMPORARY
STREET CLOSURE AND COMMUNITY EVENT
APPROVAL FOR "FRENCHY DAY" ON
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2025
Whereas, in correspondence dated September 8, 2025, Melissa Cardany on behalf of the Frenchy Day Committee, formally requested authorization to hold a community fundraiser and block party at 226 South Fourth Avenue, Mount Vernon, NY, on Saturday, September 27, 2025, between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., in honor of Michael "Frenchy" Bon?y, a beloved member of the local motorcycle community who passed away in 2023; and
Whereas, Frenchy Day serves as an annual gathering of family, friends, neighbors, local businesses, and community members to celebrate Michael Bon?y's contributions while raising funds to support meaningful community initiatives; and
Whereas, this event has received the support of local residents and business owners along the affected block, is expected to draw approximately 100-150 attendees, and will include music, raffles, food donated by local businesses, and family-friendly activities; and
Whereas, the organizers have committed to ensuring a safe and respectful event by providing insurance coverage, notifying impacted neighbors and businesses, coordinating volunteers for setup, safety, and cleanup, and securing attendance by multiple civil service members-including police, fire, and corrections personnel-to assist in maintaining public safety; and
Whereas, the Department of Public Works has reviewed the request, expressed no objections, and has agreed to post No Parking signs 72 hours in advance and to provide barricades for the temporary street closure on South Fourth Avenue between East Third Street and East Fourth Street; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that approving Frenchy Day promotes community engagement, unity, and the celebration of local heritage and service; Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved That
The City of Mount Vernon, in City Co...
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