Board of Estimate & Contract:
RESOLVED, that a resolution adopted by the City Council on August 14, 2024, and signed by the Mayor on August 15, 2024, authorizing the Transfer of Funds for the Purchase of a Fire Department Command Vehicle - ($4,805.00 from A4540.203ARP PHS-003 to A3410.203ARP GOV-002 6.1 to cover the increased pricing for the Fire Department Command Vehicle, a 2023 Chevy Silverado 2500HD), be and the same is hereby approved.
City Council:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE
TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR THE PURCHASE
OF A FIRE DEPARTMENT COMMAND VEHICLE
Whereas, by letter dated July 30, 2024, the Commissioner of the Fire Department has requested legislation authorizing the transfer of $4,805.00 to cover the increased pricing for the Fire Department Command Vehicle, a 2023 Chevy Silverado 2500HD; and
Whereas, the City Council of Mount Vernon previously authorized the purchase of a Fire Department Command Vehicle under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA); and
Whereas, the vehicle, a 2023 Chevy Silverado 2500HD, was ordered in 2022; and
Whereas, due to COVID-19, there have been significant delays and backlogs in vehicle deliveries, resulting in an increase in pricing; and
Whereas, an additional amount of $4,805.00 is required to cover the increased cost of the vehicle; and
Whereas, it is necessary to transfer funds to secure the purchase of this essential Fire Department Command Vehicle; Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved That
The City of Mount Vernon, in City Council convened, does hereby ordain, and enact:
Section 1. Authorization of Fund Transfer. The City Council authorizes the transfer of $4,805.00 to cover the increased pricing for the Fire Department Command Vehicle, a 2023 Chevy Silverado 2500HD.
Section 2. Source of Funds. The funds for this transfer shall be allocated from available budget lines within the Fire Department’s ARPA allocation, shown in the Chart below, ensuring no disruption to other essential services or projects.
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From: |
Amount: |
To: |
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A4540.203ARP PHS-003 |
$4,805.00 |
A3410.203ARP GOV-002 6.1 |
Section 3. Purpose of Transfer. The transferred funds shall be used exclusively to cover the cost increase associated with purchasing the Fire Department Command Vehicle, as previously authorized by City Council legislation.
Section 4. Implementation. The Comptroller's Office will execute the necessary financial transactions to complete this fund transfer promptly.
Section 5. Effective Date. This ordinance shall take effect upon its approval by the Board of Estimate & Contract.