City Council:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE TEMPORARY
CLOSURE OF SOUTH FIRST AVENUE BETWEEN
EAST FIRST STREET AND EAST SECOND STREET
ON SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2026, TO
ACCOMMODATE THE 8TH ANNUAL MOUNT
VERNON PUBLIC LIBRARY COMIC EXPO
Whereas, by letter dated August 25, 2026, the Coordinator of Community Experience & Engagement at the Mount Vernon Public Library has requested authorization for the temporary the temporary closure of South First Avenue between East First Street and East Second Street on Sunday, September 20, 2026, commencing at 10:00 a.m. and continuing until 7:00 p.m., for the purpose of accommodating the 8th Annual MVPL Comic Expo, sponsored and hosted by the Mount Vernon Public Library;” and
Whereas, the Mount Vernon Public Library has respectfully requested authorization from the City Council to temporarily close South First Avenue between East First Street and East Second Street on Sunday, September 20, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m., to accommodate the 8th Annual MVPL Comic Expo; and
Whereas, the MVPL Comic Expo has become a signature community event of the Mount Vernon Public Library, attracting thousands of attendees from throughout Westchester County, New York City, Connecticut, and New Jersey; and
Whereas, the MVPL Comic Expo is a free, family-friendly community celebration featuring comics, animation, gaming, art, literacy, popular culture, and related programming for residents and visitors of all ages; and
Whereas, the event provides an opportunity to showcase the vibrant spirit of the City of Mount Vernon while supporting local businesses, artists, authors, entertainers, food vendors, community organizations, and other local participants; and
Whereas, the temporary closure of South First Avenue will facilitate the safe and orderly operation of the event by providing space for outdoor exhibitors, artists, authors, entertainers, community organizations, food vendors, family activities, and interactive programming; and
Whereas, the Cit...
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