City Council:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR
TO ATTEND THE NEW YORK CONFERENCE
OF MAYORS AND MUNICIPAL OFFICIALS
(NYCOM) 2025 FALL TRAINING SCHOOL
Whereas, in correspondence dated August 5, 2025, the Mayor formally requested authorization to attend the 2025 NYCOM Fall Training School to be held in Lake Placid, New York, from September 15 through September 19, 2025; and
Whereas, the New York Conference of Mayors and Municipal Officials (NYCOM) will hold its 2025 Fall Training School in Lake Placid, New York, from September 15 through September 19, 2025; and
Whereas, the NYCOM Fall Training School serves as an educational and networking opportunity for municipal leaders and elected officials throughout New York State to enhance their knowledge and effectiveness in local governance; and
Whereas, the City Council recognizes the importance of professional development and training for the Mayor in order to remain informed of best practices, legislative updates, and policy solutions that benefit the City of Mount Vernon; and
Whereas, the total cost for attendance at this training event, including registration, transportation, hotel accommodations, and incidentals, shall not exceed Two Thousand Dollars ($2,000.00), with registration fees capped at Six Hundred Dollars ($600.00); and
Whereas, the funds for this expenditure shall be made available through Budget Code A1210.402 - Travel; Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved That
The City of Mount Vernon, in City Council convened, does hereby ordain and enact:
Section 1. Authorization. The Mayor of the City of Mount Vernon is hereby authorized to attend the 2025 NYCOM Fall Training School to be held in Lake Placid, New York, from September 15 through September 19, 2025.
Section 2. Budget and Expenses. The total cost of the trip, including registration, transportation, hotel accommodations, and incidentals, shall not exceed Two Thousand Dollars ($2,000.00), with registration fees not to exceed Six Hundred Dollars ($600.00). These expenses shall be charged to Budget Code A1210.402 - Travel.
Section 3. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect immediately upon approval by the Board of Estimate & Contract.