Board of Estimate & Contract:
RESOLVED, that an ordinance adopted by the City Council on April 9, 2025, and signed by the Mayor on April 10, 2025, authorizing Internal Training of Qualified Staff for Stormwater and Sewer State Mandates and Federal Consent Decree Actions - (funding for this training shall be sourced from the Education/Training Budget Code A1490.417 and shall not exceed $4,296.00, allocated as follows:
• StormwaterOne CP2000B QPSWPPP certification for three personnel: $3,672.00 ($1,224.00 per certification)
• MS299 Bundle: $624.00 (one-time purchase)
; be, and the same is hereby approved.
City Council:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING INTERNAL
TRAINING OF QUALIFIED STAFF FOR
STORMWATER AND SEWER STATE MANDATES
AND FEDERAL CONSENT DECREE ACTIONS
Whereas, in a letter dated April 1, 2025, the Deputy Commissioner of the Department of Public Works requested authorization for the enrollment of three senior members of the Department in the New York QPSWPPP+ Program (Qualified Preparer of Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans - Advanced) and the associated Minor Courses Bundle; and
Whereas, the City of Mount Vernon is responsible for stormwater management, pollution prevention, and compliance with Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems (MS-4) mandates, as well as actions required under the Federal Consent Decree; and
Whereas, the City has faced challenges in hiring a qualified stormwater coordinator or civil engineer with the necessary expertise in MS-4 regulations and compliance; and
Whereas, outsourcing stormwater management responsibilities to external consultants or contractors has proven to be costly and inefficient; and
Whereas, training existing senior personnel will build internal expertise, ensure compliance with state and federal mandates, foster long-term cost savings and operational efficiency; and
Whereas, investing in professional development will enhance the capacity of the Engineering and Management Divisions to effectively manage stormwater compliance, plan maintenance, and implement best practices; and
Whereas, the proposed training will equip key personnel with the necessary certifications to serve the City’s interests without continual reliance on external consultants; Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved That
The City of Mount Vernon, in City Council convened, does hereby ordain and enact:
Section 1. Authorization of Training. The City Council hereby authorizes and approves the enrollment of the following personnel in the New York QPSWPPP+ Program (Qualified Preparer of Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans - Advanced) and the associated Minor Courses Bundle:
1. Commissioner of Public Works - D. Bush
2. Deputy Commissioner - J. Nuculovic
3. Lead Operational Sewer Staff - A. Montero
Mr. Montero shall additionally complete the Minor Courses Bundle covering:
• Public Education and Outreach
• Public Participation/Involvement
• Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination
• Construction Site Runoff Control
• Post-Construction Runoff Control
• Pollution Prevention/Good Housekeeping
Section 2. Training Cost and Funding. The total cost for the training program shall not exceed Four Thousand Two Hundred Ninety-Six Dollars ($4,296.00), allocated as follows:
• StormwaterOne CP2000B QPSWPPP certification for three personnel: $3,672.00 ($1,224.00 per certification)
• MS299 Bundle: $624.00 (one-time purchase)
Funding for this training shall be sourced from the Education/Training Budget Code A1490.417.
Section 3. Implementation and Reporting. The Department of Public Works shall oversee the enrollment and successful completion of the training program. Upon completion, trained personnel shall provide a report to the City Council detailing the knowledge gained, implementation strategies, and anticipated cost savings resulting from the program.
Section 4. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect immediately upon its adoption by the Board of Estimate & Contract.