City Council:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE
ATTENDANCE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC
WORKS DEPUTY COMMISSIONER JOHN NUCULOVIC
AND LABORER JAWAAD ABDUL-HALIM AT
THE BASIC CODE ENFORCEMENT TRAINING COURSE
Whereas, in a letter dated April 2, 2025, the Commissioner of the Department of Public Works requested authorization and approval for Deputy Commissioner John Nuculovic and Laborer Jawaad Abdul-Halim to attend the Basic Code Enforcement Training Course (9E 20-0890 - Residential Code of New York State 2020), which will be conducted online on the specified dates; and
Whereas, the City of Mount Vernon recognizes the importance of proper code enforcement to ensure public safety, property maintenance, and an improved quality of life for its residents; and
Whereas, the Department of Public Works plays a critical role in enforcing municipal codes and maintaining compliance with the Residential Code of New York State (2020); and
Whereas, the Basic Code Enforcement Training Course (9E20-0890 - Residential Code of New York State) provides essential instruction on best practices for effective code enforcement; and
Whereas, John Nuculovic and Jawaad Abdul-Halim, a Laborer with the Department of Public Works, has been selected to attend this course to enhance his knowledge and expertise in code enforcement; and
Whereas, the training will be conducted entirely online on various dates from May 12, 2025, through October 17, 2025, with instructional sessions and examination dates as outlined in the course schedule; and
Whereas, there is no associated cost with this training, making it a beneficial opportunity for the City of Mount Vernon; Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved That
The City of Mount Vernon, in City Council convened, does hereby ordain and enact:
Section 1. Authorization. The City Council hereby authorizes and approves the attendance of John Nuculovic and Jawaad Abdul-Halim at the Basic Code Enforcement Training Course (9E20-0890 - Residential Code of New York State 2020), as administered online on the dates specified.
Section 2. Purpose. The purpose of this training is to equip the Department of Public Works with enhanced knowledge and best practices in code enforcement, thereby improving the City’s ability to issue effective code enforcement tickets and maintain public health and safety. Discussion and insights will be exchanged among peers, public and private sector stakeholders, and subject matter experts to optimize the use of tools for more effective code enforcement.
Section 3. Training Schedule. John Nuculovic and Jawaad Abdul-Halim are authorized to attend the following training sessions:
Instructional Dates:
• May 12, 13, 14, 15;
• June 23, 24, 25, 26;
• July 14, 15, 16, 17;
• August 11, 12, 13, 14
• August 25, 26, 27, 28;
• October 6, 7, 8, 9.
Examination Dates:
• May 21, 23;
• July 1, 3;
• July 23, 25;
• August 20, 22;
• September 3, 5;
• October 15, 17.
Section 4. Cost. There shall be no financial burden on the City of Mount Vernon for this training as it is provided at no cost.
Section 5. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect immediately upon approval by the City Council.