City Council:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CHIEF
OF THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
TO ATTEND THE 2026 INTERNATIONAL
ASSOCIATION OF CHIEFS OF POLICE
(IACP) CONFERENCE
Whereas, in correspondence dated March 27, 2026, the Acting Commissioner / Chief of the Department of Public Safety formally requested authorization to attend the 2026 International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Conference, which is scheduled to take place at the Orange County Convention Center, located at 9800 International Drive, Orlando, Florida, from October 24, 2026, through October 27, 2026; and
Whereas, the City of Mount Vernon recognizes the importance of continuing education and professional development for its law enforcement leadership; and
Whereas, the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Conference is widely regarded as the largest and most significant law enforcement conference, providing critical training, resources, and exposure to modern policing techniques; and
Whereas, attendance at the 2026 IACP Conference will enhance the knowledge, leadership capacity, and operational effectiveness of the Department of Public Safety; and
Whereas, the total cost associated with attendance, including conference registration, hotel accommodations, ground transportation (including gas and tolls), and meals, shall not exceed Four Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($4,500.00); and
Whereas, funding for said expenses shall be charged to Budget Line No. H3120.203.C666 and will be fully covered through Seized Asset Forfeiture funds, resulting in no additional cost to the City of Mount Vernon’s general fund;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MOUNT VERNON, NEW YORK, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Authorization. The City Council hereby authorizes the Chief of the Department of Public Safety to attend the 2026 International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Conference to be held from October 24, 2026, through October 27, 2026, in Orlando, Florida.
Section 2. Purpose. The purpose of this attendance is to participate in professional development, training sessions, and networking opportunities that will enhance law enforcement practices and benefit the Department of Public Safety and the residents of the City of Mount Vernon.
Section 3. Source of Funding. Such expenditures shall be charged to the conference registration, travel, lodging, and meals in accordance with applicable City policies and shall be paid from the Austerity Budget Code A1030.402 upon submission of proper documentation, subject to the availability of funds and the Comptroller's approval.
Section 4. Scope of Expenses. Authorized expenses shall include conference registration, lodging, ground transportation (including gas and tolls), and meals, in accordance with applicable City policies and procedures.
Section 5. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect immediately upon its adoption by the City Council, subject to prior 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
MARCEL OLIFIERS, ACTING COMMISSIONER/CHIEF
OF THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
TO ATTEND THE
INTERNATIONAL CHIEF OF POLICE CONFERENCE
FROM
OCTOBER 24 -27, 2026
Board of Estimate and Contract:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CHIEF OF
THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY TO
ATTEND THE 2026 INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION
OF CHIEFS OF POLICE (IACP) CONFERENCE
IN ORLANDO, FLORIDA
WHEREAS, the Department of Public Safety has requested authorization for the Chief of the Department of Public Safety to attend the 2026 International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Conference; and
WHEREAS, said conference will be held at the Orange County Convention Center, located at 9800 International Drive, Orlando, Florida 32819, from October 24, 2026, through October 27, 2026; and
WHEREAS, the International Association of Chiefs of Police Conference is the largest and most significant law enforcement event, providing critical training, exposure to innovative policing strategies, and professional development opportunities that enhance public safety services; and
WHEREAS, attendance at this conference will provide valuable knowledge, resources, and networking opportunities to further strengthen the effectiveness and leadership of the City of Mount Vernon’s Department of Public Safety; and
WHEREAS, the total cost for attendance, including conference registration, hotel accommodations, ground transportation, gas, tolls, and meals, shall not exceed Four Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($4,500.00); and
WHEREAS, such expenses shall be charged to Budget Line No. H3120.203.C666; and
WHEREAS, the cost of this training shall be at no expense to the City’s general fund, as it will be fully covered through funds obtained from Seized Asset Forfeiture;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Estimate and Contract of the City of Mount Vernon hereby authorizes the Chief of the Department of Public Safety to attend the 2026 International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Conference in Orlando, Florida, from October 24, 2026, through October 27, 2026; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the total expenditure for said conference shall not exceed Four Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($4,500.00), to be charged to Budget Line No. H3120.203.C666; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that all such expenses shall be funded through Seized Asset Forfeiture funds, resulting in no cost to the City’s general fund; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Resolution is subject to approval by the Board of Estimate and Contract (BOE&C); and
RESOLVED, that all expenditures shall comply with applicable City of Mount Vernon financial policies, procedures, and procurement requirements, and BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the Comptroller is hereby authorized and directed to make payment for said expenses from the Austerity Budget Code A1030.402 upon submission of proper documentation and in accordance with applicable purchasing and fiscal procedures; be, and the same is hereby approved.
City Council:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CHIEF
OF THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
TO ATTEND THE 2026 INTERNATIONAL
ASSOCIATION OF CHIEFS OF POLICE
(IACP) CONFERENCE
Whereas, in correspondence dated March 27, 2026, the Acting Commissioner / Chief of the Department of Public Safety formally requested authorization to attend the 2026 International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Conference is scheduled to take place at the Orange County Convention Center, located at 9800 International Drive, Orlando, Florida, from October 24, 2026, through October 27, 2026; and
Whereas, the City of Mount Vernon recognizes the importance of continuing education and professional development for its law enforcement leadership; and
Whereas, the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Conference is widely regarded as the largest and most significant law enforcement conference, providing critical training, resources, and exposure to modern policing techniques; and
Whereas, attendance at the 2026 IACP Conference will enhance the knowledge, leadership capacity, and operational effectiveness of the Department of Public Safety; and
Whereas, the total cost associated with attendance, including conference registration, hotel accommodations, ground transportation (including gas and tolls), and meals, shall not exceed Four Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($4,500.00); and
Whereas, funding for said expenses shall be charged to Budget Line No. H3120.203.C666 and will be fully covered through Seized Asset Forfeiture funds, resulting in no additional cost to the City of Mount Vernon’s general fund;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MOUNT VERNON, NEW YORK, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Authorization. The City Council hereby authorizes the Chief of the Department of Public Safety to attend the 2026 International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Conference to be held from October 24, 2026, through October 27, 2026, in Orlando, Florida.
Section 2. Purpose. The purpose of this attendance is to participate in professional development, training sessions, and networking opportunities that will enhance law enforcement practices and benefit the Department of Public Safety and the residents of the City of Mount Vernon.
Section 3. Source of Funding. Such expenditures shall be charged to the conference registration, travel, lodging, and meals in accordance with applicable City policies and shall be paid from the Austerity Budget Code A1030.402 upon submission of proper documentation, subject to the availability of funds and the Comptroller's approval.
Section 4. Scope of Expenses. Authorized expenses shall include conference registration, lodging, ground transportation (including gas and tolls), and meals, in accordance with applicable City policies and procedures.
Section 5. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect immediately upon adoption by the City Council and subsequent approval by the Board of Estimate and Contract.