City Council:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE TRANSFER
OF FUNDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF EQUIPMENT
TO CLEAN FIREFIGHTER PERSONAL
PROTECTIVE GEAR USING ARPA FUNDS
Whereas, by letter dated November 20, 2024, the Commissioner of the Fire Department has requested legislation authorizing the transfer of the sum of $24,845.00 from Budget Line A4540.203ARP PHS-003 1.14 to Budget Line H3410.203ARP C929 PHS-004 1.14; and
Whereas, the safety and health of firefighters in the City of Mount Vernon are paramount, requiring proper maintenance and cleaning of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) after exposure to hazardous environments to ensure their safety and serviceability; and
Whereas, the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds have been allocated to support critical safety initiatives, including the purchase of equipment to clean firefighter PPE; and
Whereas, the Fire Department has identified the need to transfer funds in the amount of $24,845.00 from Budget Line A4540.203ARP PHS-003 1.14 to Budget Line H3410.203ARP C929 PHS-004 1.14 to facilitate the procurement of this essential equipment; Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved That
The City of Mount Vernon, in City Council convened, does hereby ordain and enact:
Section 1. Authorization of Transfer. The Comptroller is hereby authorized and directed to transfer the sum of $24,845.00 from Budget Line A4540.203ARP PHS-003 1.14 to Budget Line H3410.203ARP C929 PHS-004 1.14.
Section 2. Purpose of Transfer. The transferred funds shall be used exclusively for the procurement of equipment necessary to clean and maintain Firefighter Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in compliance with health and safety standards.
Section 3. Funding Source. The funds for this transfer are allocated under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), ensuring no additional financial burden on the City's general fund.
Section 4. Implementation. The Fire Department is authorized to proceed with the procurement...
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