City Council:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
ATTEND THE UNITED STATES CONFERENCE OF
MAYORS (USCM) 2026 FALL LEADERSHIP MEETING
IN SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA, FROM SEPTEMBER
24 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 26, 2026, AND
AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS FOR
TRAVEL, LODGING, TRANSPORTATION AND
INCIDENTAL EXPENSES
Whereas, in correspondence dated July 29, 2026, the Mayor formally requested authorization to attend the United States Conference of Mayors (USCM) 2026 Fall Leadership Meeting in San Diego, California, from September 24, 2026, through September 26, 2026; and
Whereas, the USCM 2026 Fall Leadership Meeting brings together USCM Trustees, Advisory Board members, Commission Chairs, Task Force Chairs, and members of the Executive Leadership Team for the purpose of developing organizational strategies, establishing priorities, engaging with federal officials and members of Congress, and identifying emerging issues affecting cities throughout the United States; and
Whereas, attendance at the USCM 2026 Fall Leadership Meeting will provide the Mayor with an opportunity to network with fellow mayors and municipal leaders, exchange information and best practices, and gain knowledge concerning programs, policies and initiatives that may benefit the residents and government operations of the City of Mount Vernon; and
Whereas, participation in the meeting will further provide an opportunity for the Mayor to engage with other municipal leaders and federal policymakers regarding issues of importance to cities and to bring relevant information and best practices back to the City of Mount Vernon; and
Whereas, the registration fee for Member Mayors to attend the USCM 2026 Fall Leadership Meeting is at no cost to the City of Mount Vernon; and
Whereas, the total cost of the Mayor’s attendance, including transportation, lodging, and incidental expenses, is anticipated not to exceed One Thousand Seven Hundred Dollars ($1,700.00); and
Whereas, such expenditures shall be charged to Budget...
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