Board of Estimate and Contract:
RESOLVED, that an Ordinance adopted by the City Council on July 8, 2026, and signed by the Mayor on July 8, 2026, authorizing the City of Mount Vernon to Apply for and Hold On-Premises Liquor License for the Stadium at Memorial Field, Authorizing Retention of a Licensing Consultant, and Authorizing the Execution of all Necessary Documents Related thereto - (the proposed fee for such consulting services shall not exceed Nine Thousand Three Hundred Twenty-Two Dollars ($9,322.00) and shall be paid from Budget Account A7021.458); be, and the same is hereby approved.
City Council:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE
CITY OF MOUNT VERNON TO APPLY FOR
AND HOLD AN ON-PREMISES LIQUOR LICENSE
FOR THE STADIUM AT MEMORIAL FIELD,
AUTHORIZING THE RETENTION OF A LICENSING
CONSULTANT, AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION
OF ALL NECESSARY DOCUMENTS RELATED THERETO
Whereas, in correspondence dated June 30, 2026, the Commissioner of the Department of Recreation formally requested authorization for the City of Mount Vernon to apply for, obtain, and hold an On-Premises Liquor License issued by the New York State Liquor Authority for the Stadium at Memorial Field, together with any renewals, amendments, or related approvals necessary to maintain such license in accordance with applicable law; and
Whereas, the City of Mount Vernon owns and operates the Stadium at Memorial Field, which serves as a venue for athletic competitions, community events, cultural programs, and other public gatherings; and
Whereas, the City has determined that obtaining an on-premises liquor license from the New York State Liquor Authority will enhance the operation of the Stadium by permitting the lawful sale and service of alcoholic beverages during authorized events, thereby improving visitor amenities and supporting revenue-generating opportunities; and
Whereas, as the owner and operator of the Stadium at Memorial Field, the City of Mount Vernon must ...
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