City Council:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE ATTENDANCE
OF CIVIL SERVICE OFFICE PERSONNEL AT THE
2026 NEW YORK STATE CIVIL SERVICE
TRANSFORMATION CONFERENCE AND
APPROPRIATING FUNDS RELATED THERETO
Whereas, by correspondence dated April 1, 2026, the Administrator of the Municipal Civil Service Commission formally requested authorization for her attendance, along with Beverly Silverman of the Civil Service Office, at the 2026 New York State Civil Service Transformation Conference, scheduled to take place in Lake George, New York, from June 14 through June 17, 2026; and
Whereas, the City of Mount Vernon Civil Service Office is responsible for administering civil service functions in compliance with the laws and regulations of the State of New York; and
Whereas, the New York State Civil Service Department is undertaking a comprehensive transformation of its operational processes, including examination administration, implementation of new technical systems, and enhancements to civil service procedures; and
Whereas, such transformation includes significant updates and potential changes to the New York State Civil Service Law and related regulations impacting municipalities; and
Whereas, attendance at the 2026 New York State Civil Service Transformation Conference, scheduled for June 14 through June 17, 2026, in Lake George, New York, will provide critical training, guidance, and updates necessary for the continued efficient, compliant, and effective operation of the City of Mount Vernon Civil Service Office; and
Whereas, it is in the best interest of the City to ensure that its Civil Service personnel remain informed and properly trained in evolving policies, procedures, and technologies; and
Whereas, the Civil Service Office has requested authorization for two (2) employees, Patricia Rosamonda and Beverly Silverman, to attend said conference; and
Whereas, the total estimated cost for attendance, including registratio...
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