Board of Estimate & Contract:
RESOLVED, that an Ordinance adopted by the City Council on January 14, 2026, and signed by the Mayor on January 15, 2026, authorizing the Transfer of Funds Within the 2025 Fire Department Budget, as follows:
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From: |
Amount: |
To: |
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A3410.101 - Salaries |
$19,000.00 |
A3410.499 - (Uniform & Protection Equipment) |
|
A3410.101 - Salaries |
$8,000.00 |
A3410.203 - Equipment |
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Total Transfer Amount: $27,000.00 |
; be, and the same is hereby approved.
City Council:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING A TRANSFER OF
FUNDS WITHIN THE 2025 FIRE DEPARTMENT BUDGET
Whereas, in correspondence dated December 23, 2025, the Fire Commissioner formally requested authorization for the transfer of funds within the 2025 Fire Department budget as shown below; and
Whereas, the City Council of the City of Mount Vernon is authorized to adopt ordinances and approve budgetary transfers pursuant to the City Charter and applicable provisions of the New York State General Municipal Law; and
Whereas, the adopted 2025 Budget for the City of Mount Vernon includes appropriations for the Fire Department to ensure the safety, preparedness, and effective operation of fire and emergency services; and
Whereas, the Fire Department has identified a need to reallocate funds within its 2025 budget to secure funding for essential firefighter emergency equipment; and
Whereas, such equipment includes, but is not limited to, firefighter turnout gear, boots, and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) pads, all of which are critical to the safety of Fire Department personnel and the public; and
Whereas, sufficient funds exist within the Fire Department’s salary account to accommodate a transfer without adversely impacting staffing or operations; and
Whereas, the proposed transfer will ensure that Fire Department members are adequately equipped to perform their duties safely, efficiently, and effectively;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MOUNT VERNON:
Section 1. Authorization of Budget Transfer. The City Council hereby authorizes the transfer of funds within the 2025 Fire Department budget as follows:
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From: |
Amount: |
To: |
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A3410.101 - Salaries |
$19,000.00 |
A3410.499 - (Uniform & Protection Equipment) |
|
A3410.101 - Salaries |
$8,000.00 |
A3410.203 - Equipment |
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Total Transfer Amount: $27,000.00 |
Section 2. Purpose of Transfer. The funds transferred pursuant to this Ordinance shall be used exclusively to purchase essential firefighter emergency equipment, including turnout gear, boots, and AED pads, to enhance firefighter safety and operational readiness.
Section 3. Administration. The Commissioner of Finance and all other appropriate City officials are hereby authorized and directed to take all actions necessary to implement the transfers authorized by this Ordinance.
Section 4. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect immediately upon adoption by the City Council and subsequent approval by the Board of Estimate & Contract.