City Council:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING STREET CLOSURE
AND TRAFFIC CONTROL MEASURES FOR THE
12TH ANNUAL "I KNOW YOU GOT SOUL" CAR SHOW
HOSTED BY THE MOUNT VERNON
CLASSIC CAR CLUB OF NEW YORK
Whereas, in a letter dated April 25, 2025, the Mount Vernon Car Club President formally requested authorization the temporary closure of West 7th Street between 3rd Avenue and 4th Avenue from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 20, 2025, to accommodate the setup, operation, and takedown of the "I Know You Got Soul" Car Show; and
Whereas:
* The Mount Vernon Classic Car Club of New York has organized and successfully hosted the "I Know You Got Soul" Car Show for eleven consecutive years, becoming a cherished tradition within the City of Mount Vernon; and
* The 12th Annual "I Know You Got Soul" Car Show is scheduled to be held on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Brush Park; and
* The event is expected to bring together residents, visitors, and automobile enthusiasts in a positive, family-friendly environment, fostering community spirit and economic activity; and
* In order to ensure the safety and enjoyment of attendees, temporary traffic control measures and parking restrictions are necessary; and
The City of Mount Vernon recognizes the importance of this event and seeks to support its successful operation in a safe and orderly manner; Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved That
The City of Mount Vernon, in City Council convened, does hereby ordain and enact:
Section 1. Street Closure Authorization. The City Council hereby authorizes the temporary closure of West 7th Street between 3rd Avenue and 4th Avenue from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 20, 2025, to accommodate the setup, operation, and takedown of the "I Know You Got Soul" Car Show.
Section 2. Rain Date. In the event of inclement weather, the City authorizes the same street closure and event logistics to occur on the rain ...
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