Board of Estimate & Contract:
RESOLVED, that an ordinance adopted by the City Council on February 14, 2024, and signed by the Mayor on February 15, 2024, authorizing the Mayor and one (1) designated staffer to attend the 53rd Annual New York State Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic, and Asian Legislative Conference (location: Albany, NY from February 15 -18, 2024), be and the same is hereby approved.
City Council:
An Ordinance Authorizing THE MAYOR AND
ONE (1) STAFFER TO Attend the 53rd Annual
New York State Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic,
and Asian Legislative Conference
Whereas, by letter dated February 7, 2024, the Mayor has requested legislation authorizing the Mayor and one (1) designated staffer to attend the 53rd Annual New York State Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic, and Asian Legislative Conference, to be held in Albany, NY from February 15 - 18, 2024; and
Whereas, the City of Mount Vernon recognizes the importance of participating in conferences and events that promote diversity, inclusion, and legislative engagement; and
Whereas, the 53rd Annual New York State Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic, and Asian Legislative Conference presents an opportunity for the Mayor and designated staff to engage with legislators, community leaders, and advocates; Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved That
The City of Mount Vernon, in City Council convened, does hereby ordain, and enact:
Section 1. Authorization for Attendance. The Mayor and one designated staffer are hereby authorized to attend the 53rd Annual New York State Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic, and Asian Legislative Conference, to be held in Albany, NY from February 15 - 18, 2024.
Section 2. Financial Provisions. The total cost of attendance, including transportation, incidentals, registration fees, and hotel expenses, shall not exceed $1,500.
Section 3. Funding Allocation. The expenses related to the conference, including travel and hotel fees, shall be expensed from budget line A1210.402 (Travel). The total cost of the conference shall be covered by budget code A1210.403 (Membership and Dues).
Section 4. Implementation. The Comptroller is hereby directed to allocate funds from the designated budget lines to cover the expenses incurred for attendance at the conference.
Section 5. Effective Date. This ordinance shall take effect upon its approval by the Board of Estimate & Contract.