City Council:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE
APPOINTMENT OF GEETA MORRIS TO THE
CHARTER REVIEW COMMISSION TO FILL A
VACANCY, PURSUANT TO SECTION 268(G)
OF THE MOUNT VERNON CITY CODE
Whereas, Section 268(G) of the Mount Vernon City Code provides for the fulfillment of any vacancy arising from membership in the Charter Review Commission in the same manner in which that position was initially filled within 15 days from the date the vacancy arose; and
Whereas, a vacancy has arisen on the Charter Review Commission, and it is necessary to fill this vacancy promptly in accordance with the provisions of the City Code; and
Whereas, Geeta Morris has been nominated to serve as a member of the Charter Review Commission, and the City Council of Mount Vernon deems it necessary and appropriate to appoint her to fill the vacancy; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that the appointment of Geeta Morris will contribute to the continued work and mission of the Charter Review Commission in ensuring the integrity and functionality of the City’s Charter; Now, Therefore, Be It
Resolved, by the City Council of the City of Mount Vernon, New York, as follows:
Section 1. Appointment. The City Council hereby appoints Geeta Morris to the Charter Review Commission to fill the vacancy created, in accordance with Section 268(G) of the Mount Vernon City Code.
Section 2. Terms of Service. Geeta Morris shall serve as a member of the Charter Review Commission for the duration of the current review period or until the City Council takes further action to reconstitute the Commission.
Section 3. Definitions. For purposes of this resolution:
• “Charter Review Commission” refers to the body established to review and recommend amendments to the City of Mount Vernon’s Charter.
• “Vacancy” refers to the unfilled seat on the Charter Review Commission that must be filled in accordance with Section 268(G) of the Mount Vernon City Code.
Section 4. Effective Date. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption by the City Council.