Board of Estimate & Contract:
RESOLVED, that a resolution adopted by the City Council on August 14, 2024, and signed by the Mayor on August 15, 2024, authorizing the Renewal of the Accounting Consultancy with Ms. Cynthia Owens for the Board of Water Supply - (funds for this consultancy will be provided by the Board of Water Supply budget under Account Code 001-526-526002, which is designated for “PROFESSIONAL SERVICES EXPENSES - ACCOUNTING”), be and the same is hereby approved.
City Council:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE RENEWAL
OF THE ACCOUNTING CONSULTANCY
CONTRACT WITH MS. CYNTHIA OWENS
FOR THE BOARD OF WATER SUPPLY
Whereas, by letter dated July 9, 2024, the Commissioner of the Board of Water Supply has requested legislation authorizing the renewal of the accounting consultancy contract with Ms. Cynthia Owens from August 23, 2024, to August 23, 2026; and
Whereas, the Board of Water Supply of the City of Mount Vernon has identified a need to renew the accounting consultancy contract with Ms. Cynthia Owens, whose expertise has significantly contributed to the efficiency and fiscal accountability of the department; and
Whereas, Ms. Owens has played a crucial role in expediting the completion of fiscal audits, including the successful completion of the fiscal audit for 2019 and active progress on audits for the fiscal years 2020-2023, with a target completion by March 2025; and
Whereas, the continuation of Ms. Owens' consultancy will enhance the operational effectiveness of the department, including the Lead Service Line Program, and maintain up-to-date fiscal accountability; and
Whereas, the necessary funds for this consultancy have been allocated in the adopted 2024 Board of Water Supply budget under the account code 001-526-526002, designated for "PROFESSIONAL SERVICES EXPENSES - ACCOUNTING"; and
Whereas, the consulting agreement mirrors the law department's previously drafted and approved contract; Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved That
The City of Mount Vernon, in City Council convened, does hereby ordain, and enact:
Section 1. Authorization to Renew Consultancy Contract. The City Council authorizes the renewal of the accounting consultancy contract with Ms. Cynthia Owens from August 23, 2024, to August 23, 2026.
Section 2. Compensation. Ms. Owens will be compensated at the rate of $35.00 per hour through December 31, 2024. Commencing January 1, 2025, the hourly rate will increase to $50.00 due to increased responsibilities and professional performance.
Section 3. Funding. The funds for this consultancy will be provided by the Board of Water Supply budget under Account Code 001-526-526002, which is designated for “PROFESSIONAL SERVICES EXPENSES - ACCOUNTING.”
Section 4. Effective Date. This ordinance shall take effect upon its approval by the Board of Estimate & Contract.