A RESOLUTION FOR THE Appointment
of
Tanya Riggs
to
the Board of Assessment Review
Whereas, the City Code of Mount Vernon, New York, Section 224 provides for the appointment of members to the Board of Assessment Review; and
Whereas, the Board of Assessment Review shall consist of three (3) members who shall have knowledge of property values in the City and be appointed by the City Council. One (1) member shall be an officer or employee of the City, except that neither the Commissioner of Assessment nor any member of his staff may be appointed to the Board of Assessment Review. Of the members first appointed, one (1) shall be appointed for a period of one (1) year, one (1) for a period of two (2) years, and one (1) for a period of three (3) years. At the expiration of such terms, the terms of office of their successors shall be five (5) years; and
Whereas, it is in the best interest of the City of Mount Vernon to appoint qualified individuals to serve on the Board of Assessment Review; and
Whereas, Tanya Riggs has demonstrated exemplary qualifications and commitment to serving the community; Now, Therefore, Be It
Resolved, by the City Council of the City of Mount Vernon, New York, as follows:
Section 1. Pursuant to Section 224 of the City Code of Mount Vernon, Tanya Riggs is hereby appointed a Member of the City of Mount Vernon Board of Assessment Review.
Section 2. Tanya Riggs shall serve a term of five (5) years commencing on June 18, 2024, and terminating on June 17, 2029.
Section 3. The City Clerk is directed to promptly notify Tanya Riggs of her appointment and provide her with all necessary information and materials related to her duties on the Board of Assessment Review.
Section 4. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its passage by the City Council.