Board of Estimate & Contract:
RESOLVED, that a resolution adopted by the City Council on January 8, 2025, and signed by the Mayor on January 9, 2025, authorizing the Travel and Expenses for the City Council President, Danielle Browne, to attend the 2025 New York Conference of Mayors and Municipal Officials (NYCOM) Winter Legislative Meeting - (February 2-4, 2025, in Albany, NY). A maximum expenditure of $1,400 is authorized for this purpose, to be allocated as follows:
• $410.00 for registration, conference materials, and meals, to be charged to A1010.417 (Education and Training).
• $357.96 for lodging ($157/night for two nights), to be charged to A1010.402 (Travel Expenses).
• $632.04 for transportation and incidental expenses, to be charged to A1010.402 (Travel Expenses); be, and the same is hereby approved.
City Council:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE TRAVEL
AND EXPENSES FOR THE COUNCIL PRESIDENT
DANIELLE BROWNE TO ATTEND THE 2025
NEW YORK CONFERENCE OF MAYORS AND
MUNICIPAL OFFICIALS (NYCOM) WINTER
LEGISLATIVE MEETING
Whereas, by letter dated January 6, 2025, the Legislative Assistant to the City Council has requested legislation authorizing City Council President Danielle Browne to attend the 2025 New York Conference of Mayors and Municipal Officials (NYCOM) Winter Legislative Meeting, to be held in Albany, NY, from February 2-4, 2025; and
Whereas, the City of Mount Vernon recognizes the importance of professional development and collaboration among municipal leaders to improve governance and service delivery for its residents; and
Whereas, the 2025 New York Conference of Mayors and Municipal Officials (NYCOM) Winter Legislative Meeting provides an opportunity for municipal officials to engage in valuable dialogue, receive updated legislative and policy insights, and network with elected officials and legislative representatives; and
Whereas, Council President Danielle Browne has been invited to attend this Conference, which will enhance her ability to serve the City through the acquisition of new knowledge, resources, and relationships critical to advancing the City’s interests; and
Whereas, the City Council recognizes the importance of supporting its elected officials in accessing such developmental opportunities; and
Whereas, it is estimated that the total cost of attendance, including registration, lodging, transportation, and incidental expenses, will not exceed $1,400, and these costs will be allocated from designated budgetary accounts; Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved That
The City of Mount Vernon, in City Council convened, does hereby ordain and enact:
Section 1. Authorization. Council President Danielle Browne is authorized to attend the 2025 New York Conference of Mayors and Municipal Officials (NYCOM) Winter Legislative Meeting, to be held in Albany, NY, from February 2 to February 4, 2025.
Section 2. Allocation of Funds. A maximum expenditure of $1,400 is authorized for this purpose, to be allocated as follows:
• $410.00 for registration, conference materials, and meals, to be charged to A1010.417 (Education and Training).
• $357.96 for lodging ($157/night for two nights), to be charged to A1010.402 (Travel Expenses).
• $632.04 for transportation and incidental expenses, to be charged to A1010.402 (Travel Expenses).
Section 3. Submission of Expense Report. Council President Danielle Browne shall submit all receipts and documentation of expenditures to the City’s Finance Department within 30 days of completing the trip. Any unused funds shall be returned to the City.
Section 4. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect immediately upon its passage and approval upon its approval by the Board of Estimate & Contract.