Board of Estimate and Contract:
RESOLVED, that an Ordinance adopted by the City Council on June 10, 2026, and signed by the Mayor on June 11, 2026, authorizing Water Operator Certification Training for Two (2) Board of Water Supply Employees - (the expenditure of funds necessary for registration fees, lodging, meals, and travel expenses associated with attendance at the training program, provided that the total expenditure shall not exceed Four Thousand Dollars ($4,000.00) and shall be charged to Budget Code 001-581-581001, Staff Development & Training, or such successor account as may be designated by the Comptroller); be, and the same is hereby approved.
City Council:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING WATER
OPERATOR CERTIFICATION TRAINING FOR
TWO (2) BOARD OF WATER SUPPLY EMPLOYEES
Whereas, in correspondence dated June 3, 2026, the Commissioner of the Board of Water Supply formally requested authorization for two (2) employees of the Board of Water Supply to attend the Grade B Water Operator Certification Course administered by W2O in Cortland, New York, during the week of June 15 through June 19, 2026; and
Whereas, the Board of Water Supply is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and management of the City of Mount Vernon’s water system and related facilities; and
Whereas, the Board of Water Supply has requested authorization for two (2) employees to attend the Grade B Water Operator Certification Course administered by W2O in Cortland, New York, during the week of June 15 through June 19, 2026; and
Whereas, successful completion of the Grade B Water Operator Certification Course will increase the number of licensed and qualified water operators available to support the City’s water sysSUPPLYSUPPLYtem operations; and
Whereas, the proposed training will enhance operational efficiency, strengthen workforce capacity, and support succession planning within the Board of Water Supply; and
Whereas, the training opportunity is consistent with the administration’s commitment to employee development, workforce advancement, and the continued delivery of high-quality public services; and
Whereas, the total cost associated with registration, lodging, meals, and travel for the two (2) employees shall not exceed Four Thousand Dollars ($4,000.00), to be funded through Budget Code 001-581-581001, Staff Development & Training.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MOUNT VERNON AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Authorization of Training Attendance. The City Council hereby authorizes two (2) employees of the Board of Water Supply to attend the Grade B Water Operator Certification Course administered by W2O in Cortland, New York, during the week of June 15 through June 19, 2026.
Section 2. Authorization of Expenditures. The City Council hereby authorizes the expenditure of funds necessary for registration fees, lodging, meals, and travel expenses associated with attendance at the training program, provided that the total expenditure shall not exceed Four Thousand Dollars ($4,000.00).
Section 3. Funding Source. All authorized expenses shall be charged to Budget Code 001-581-581001, Staff Development & Training, or such successor account as may be designated by the Comptroller.
Section 4. Purpose and Public Benefit. The City Council finds that participation in this certification program serves a valid public purpose by enhancing the qualifications of City personnel, increasing operational readiness within the Board of Water Supply, improving service delivery, and supporting long-term workforce development and succession planning.
Section 5. Authority to Implement. The Commissioner of the Board of Water Supply, Comptroller, and any other appropriate City officials are hereby authorized and directed to take all actions necessary to carry out the intent and purpose of this Ordinance.
Section 6. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect immediately upon its adoption by the City Council and subsequent approval by the Board of Estimate and Contract.