Board of Estimate & Contract:
RESOLVED, that an ordinance adopted by the City Council October 8, and signed by the Mayor on October 9, 2025, authorizing the Director of Sustainability to Enroll in the Green Project Manager - Basic (GPM-b) Certification Program and Approving Funding for Associated Costs - (funding for this certification is available under Budget Code A1490.458, which consists of proceeds from the City’s participation in the Logical Buildings Demand Response Program and does not draw upon the City’s general operational budget; up to Five Hundred Twenty-Five Dollars ($525.00) to cover the cost of enrollment, coursework, and examination fees); be, and the same is hereby approved.
City Council:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE DIRECTOR
OF SUSTAINABILITY TO ENROLL IN THE
GREEN PROJECT MANAGER - BASIC (GPM-b)
CERTIFICATION PROGRAM AND APPROVING
FUNDING FOR ASSOCIATED COSTS
Whereas, in correspondence dated September 26, 2025, the Commissioner of the Department of Public Works and the Director of Sustainability formally requested authorization for the Director of Sustainability to enroll in the Green Project Manager - Basic (GPM-b) certification program offered through the Project Management Institute (PMI) in partnership with Green Project Management (GPM); and
Whereas, the Director of Sustainability for the City of Mount Vernon has formally requested authorization to enroll in the Green Project Manager - Basic (GPM-b) certification program, offered through the Project Management Institute (PMI) in collaboration with Green Project Management (GPM); and
Whereas, the GPM-b certification is an internationally recognized credential that emphasizes the integration of sustainability principles into all phases of project management, ensuring that projects are managed in a manner that promotes environmental stewardship, social equity, and fiscal responsibility; and
Whereas, the Director of Sustainability has successfully completed the eligibility appeal and interview process and has been approved for enrollment in the GPM-b certification program; and
Whereas, obtaining this certification will strengthen the City’s ability to implement sustainable development practices and align project planning and execution with the City’s environmental goals and Climate Action Plan; and
Whereas, the knowledge and expertise gained through this certification will enhance the City’s ability to:
• Integrate Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations into municipal projects,
• Reduce project-related risks and improve outcomes,
• Increase competitiveness in securing external funding and sustainability grants, and
• Promote accountability and transparency in the execution and reporting of city projects; and
Whereas, the total cost of enrollment in the GPM-b program, including the online preparatory course and certification exam, is approximately $525 (USD); and
Whereas, funding for this certification is available under Budget Code A2770.9, which consists of proceeds from the City’s participation in the Logical Buildings Demand Response Program and does not draw upon the City’s general operational budget;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Mount Vernon, in regular session convened, as follows:
Section 1. Authorization to Enroll. The City Council hereby authorizes the Director of Sustainability to enroll in the Green Project Manager - Basic (GPM-b) certification program offered through the Project Management Institute (PMI) in partnership with Green Project Management (GPM).
Section 2. Funding Approval. The City Council hereby approves the expenditure of up to Five Hundred Twenty-Five Dollars ($525.00) to cover the cost of enrollment, coursework, and examination fees associated with the GPM-b certification. Said funds shall be drawn from Budget Code A2770.9.
Section 3. Purpose and Benefit. The purpose of this authorization is to enhance the City’s capacity for sustainable project management, ensuring that all City projects are implemented with consideration for environmental, social, and economic impacts, consistent with the City’s sustainability goals and climate action priorities.
Section 4. Implementation. The Comptroller is hereby authorized and directed to process the approved payment and ensure that all administrative steps necessary for the Director of Sustainability’s enrollment are completed in a timely manner.
Section 5. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect immediately upon adoption by the City Council and subsequent approval by the Board of Estimate & Contract.