City Council:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE
TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR THE REPAIR
OF FIRE ENGINE 206
Whereas, in correspondence dated March 23, 2026, the Comptroller formally requested legislation authorizing the transfer of funds in the amount of Sixty-Seven Thousand Six Hundred Eighty-Four Dollars and Thirteen Cents ($67,684.13) from the Contingency Account to the Fire Department Repairs to Plant and Equipment Account for the purpose of repairing Fire Engine 206.
Whereas, the City of Mount Vernon is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of its residents through the proper maintenance and operation of essential public safety equipment; and
Whereas, Fire Engine 206 is a critical asset within the Mount Vernon Fire Department’s fleet, necessary for effective emergency response and fire suppression services; and
Whereas, the City has identified the need for repairs to Fire Engine 206 in order to maintain its operational readiness and reliability; and
Whereas, the Office of the Comptroller has reviewed the financial requirements associated with said repairs and has recommended the transfer of funds to support this necessary expenditure; and
Whereas, sufficient funds are available within the Contingency line to accommodate such transfer without adversely affecting other budgetary obligations; and
Whereas, the City Council finds it to be in the best interest of the City to authorize the transfer of funds to ensure the timely repair and continued service of Fire Engine 206;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MOUNT VERNON, NEW YORK, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Authorization of Fund Transfer. The City Council hereby authorizes the transfer of funds in the amount of Sixty-Seven Thousand Six Hundred Eighty-Four Dollars and Thirteen Cents ($67,684.13) from the Contingency Account to the Fire Department Repairs to Plant and Equipment Account for the purpose of repairing Fire Engine 206.
Section 2. Account Designation. The transfer shall be made as follows:
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Account No. A1990.493 (Contingency) |
$67,684.13 |
Account No. A3410.414 - (Fire Department - Repairs to Plant and Equipment) |
Section 3. Purpose. The funds transferred pursuant to this Ordinance shall be used exclusively for the repair and restoration of Fire Engine 206 to ensure its safe and effective operation.
Section 4. Severability. If any clause, sentence, paragraph, or section of this Ordinance shall be adjudged by any court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, such judgment shall not affect, impair, or invalidate the remainder thereof.
Section 5. 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.