City Council:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING TRAVEL FOR
A REPRESENTATIVE OF THE MAYOR’S OFFICE
TO ATTEND THE CITIES UNITED LEADING
THE WAY (LTW) PEER EXCHANGE CONVENING
Whereas, in correspondence dated May 5, 2026, the Mayor formally requested authorization for one staff member to attend the Cities United Leading the Way (LTW) Peer Exchange Convening scheduled for June 17 through June 19, 2026, in Greensboro, North Carolina; and
Whereas, the Mayor’s Office has requested authorization for one staff member to attend the Cities United Leading the Way (LTW) Peer Exchange Convening scheduled for June 17 through June 19, 2026, in Greensboro, North Carolina; and
Whereas, the designated staff member to attend said convening is Tajean Turnier, Director of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement; and
Whereas, the City of Mount Vernon previously participated as a host city during Cities United’s Leading the Way Tour in June 2025, demonstrating the City’s commitment to advancing community safety and violence prevention initiatives; and
Whereas, the upcoming Peer Exchange Convening will provide an opportunity for participating municipalities to engage in peer-to-peer learning, exchange best practices, and collaborate with national partners to strengthen local strategies related to public safety and community well-being; and
Whereas, the convening will focus on key areas including youth engagement, innovation, and cross-sector partnerships as essential components of comprehensive violence prevention and community safety efforts; and
Whereas, all costs associated with registration, travel, and lodging for attendance at the convening will be fully covered by the hosting organization, resulting in no financial impact to the City of Mount Vernon or the Office of the Mayor.
BE IT ENACTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MOUNT VERNON, NEW YORK, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Authorization of Travel. The City Council hereby authorizes Tajean Turnier, Director of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement, to attend the Cities United Leading the Way (LTW) Peer Exchange Convening in Greensboro, North Carolina, from June 17 through June 19, 2026.
Section 2. No Cost to the City. The City Council acknowledges and affirms that all expenses related to registration, transportation, lodging, and participation in the convening shall be covered by the sponsoring organization, and no costs shall be incurred by the City of Mount Vernon.
Section 3. Purpose and Intent. Attendance at the convening is deemed to serve a valid public purpose by enhancing the City’s capacity to implement effective violence prevention strategies, strengthen community partnerships, and promote safe, healthy, and thriving neighborhoods.
Section 4. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect immediately upon adoption by the City Council.