City Council:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE
Acceptance of the 2017 Annual
Independent Audit by PKF O'Connor Davies
Whereas, by letter dated April 19, 2024, the Comptroller has requested legislation authorizing the City Council of the City of Mount Vernon to accept the 2017 Annual Independent Audit prepared by PKF O’Connor Davies; and
Whereas, in accordance with the General Municipal Finance Law and Section 98 of the Mount Vernon City Charter, an annual independent audit is required to be conducted and submitted to the City Council, the Mayor, and the Comptroller; and
Whereas, it is incumbent upon the City of Mount Vernon to ensure transparency and accountability in its financial management by conducting regular audits; and
Whereas, PKF O’Connor Davies has conducted the 2017 Annual Independent Audit for the City of Mount Vernon in compliance with professional standards and practices; and
Whereas, it is essential to adopt the findings of the 2017 Annual Independent Audit and any corrective measures to address identified issues and enhance financial stewardship; Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved That
The City of Mount Vernon, in City Council convened, does hereby ordain, and enact:
Section 1. Acceptance of the 2017 Annual Independent Audit. The City Council of the City of Mount Vernon hereby accepts the 2017 Annual Independent Audit prepared by PKF O’Connor Davies.
Section 2. Compliance with Legal Requirements. The City Council acknowledges that the acceptance of the 2017 Annual Independent Audit complies with the General Municipal Finance Law and Section 98 of the Mount Vernon City Charter.
Section 3. Distribution of Audit Documents. Copies of the final audit documents for the 2017 fiscal year shall be made accessible to the City Council, the Mayor, the Comptroller, and the general public.
Section 4. Adoption of Corrective Action Measures. The City Council authorizes the implementation of any corrective action measures identified in the 2017 Annual Independent Audit to address deficiencies and improve financial management practices.
Section 5. Severability. If any provision of this ordinance is found to be invalid or unenforceable, it shall not affect the validity or enforceability of the remaining provisions.
Section 6. Repeal. Any ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with this ordinance are hereby repealed to the extent of such conflict.
Section 7. Publication. The City Clerk is hereby directed to publish this ordinance in accordance with legal requirements.
Section 8. Effective Date. This ordinance shall take effect immediately upon adoption by the City Council.