City Council:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
APPROVE TRAVEL AND RELATED EXPENSES FOR
FOUR (4) DELEGATES FROM MOUNT VERNON
YOUTH BUREAU TO ATTEND AND PRESENT
AT THE 54TH ANNUAL YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
LEADERSHIP TRAINING CONFERENCE
Whereas, in correspondence dated April 10, 2026, the Executive Director of the Youth Bureau formally requested authorization for the Mayor to approve the attendance of four (4) delegates from the Mount Vernon Youth Bureau, including three (3) staff members and one (1) college student, to attend and present at the 54th Annual Youth Development Leadership Training Conference to be held from May 5, 2026 through May 7, 2026 in Saratoga Springs, New York; and
Whereas, the Mount Vernon Youth Bureau is committed to promoting positive youth development and providing resources, programming, and opportunities that enhance the well-being of the City’s youth; and
Whereas, the Association of New York State Youth Bureaus will host the 54th Annual Youth Development Leadership Training Conference from May 5, 2026, through May 7, 2026, at the Saratoga Hilton Hotel in Saratoga Springs, New York; and
Whereas, the conference is designed to advance youth development initiatives and strengthen services through the implementation of the Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) Eight (8) Features of Positive Youth Development and Settings; and
Whereas, participation in this conference will provide valuable training, networking, and professional development opportunities that will directly benefit the programs and services offered by the Mount Vernon Youth Bureau; and
Whereas, four (4) representatives of the Mount Vernon Youth Bureau, consisting of three (3) staff members, including the Executive Director, and one (1) college student, have been invited to attend and present workshops on Youth Employment and Workforce Initiatives; and
Whereas, the estimated total cost for attendance, including lodging, meals, and transportation, is Two Thousand Seven Hundred Twenty-Four Dollars ($2,724.00); and
Whereas, it is in the best interest of the City of Mount Vernon to authorize such attendance and expenditures in order to enhance youth services and programming;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MOUNT VERNON AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Authorization of Travel. The Mayor is hereby authorized to approve the attendance of four (4) delegates from the Mount Vernon Youth Bureau, including three (3) staff members and one (1) college student, to attend and present at the 54th Annual Youth Development Leadership Training Conference to be held from May 5, 2026 through May 7, 2026 in Saratoga Springs, New York.
Section 2. Approval of Expenditures. The City Council hereby authorizes the expenditure of funds in an amount not to exceed Two Thousand Seven Hundred Twenty-Four Dollars ($2,724.00) to cover costs associated with conference attendance, including registration, lodging, meals, and transportation.
Section 3. Cost Breakdown. The authorized expenditures shall include, but not be limited to, the following estimated costs:
• Registration Fees: $450.00 (three attendees at $150.00 each; Executive Director at no cost)
• Lodging: $676.00 (three rooms for two nights)
• Meals (Per Diem): $880.00
• Transportation (Train and local travel): $718.00
Section 4. Source of Funds. All expenditures authorized herein shall be charged to the appropriate budget line(s) of the Mount Vernon Youth Bureau, subject to the availability of funds and compliance with all applicable purchasing and procurement policies of the City of Mount Vernon.
Section 5. Purpose and Benefit. The City Council finds that attendance and participation in this conference will enhance the professional capacity of Youth Bureau staff, strengthen youth workforce development initiatives, and support the delivery of high-quality services to the City of Mount Vernon's youth.
Section 6. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect immediately upon adoption by the City Council and subsequent approval by the Board of Estimate and Contract.Board of Estimate and Contract:
A REQUEST AUTHORIZING THE
ATTACHED TRAVEL AND
TRAINING REQUEST FORM AND
APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS
FOR:
Debbie Burrell-Butler, Executive Director
Dena T. Williams, Deputy Director
Carolyn Treasure, Youth Employment Service Coordinator
Christina Robinson, Alumni & Office Assistant
IN THE
YOUTH BUREAU
TO ATTEND THE
2026 ANYSYB
FROM:
MAY 5-7, 2026