City Council:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR'S
ATTENDANCE AT THE NEW YORK CONFERENCE
OF MAYORS (NYCOM) 2026 ANNUAL MEETING
Whereas, by correspondence dated April 1, 2026, Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard requested authorization to attend the New York Conference of Mayors (NYCOM) 2026 Annual Meeting, to be held in Bolton Landing, New York, from May 13 through May 15, 2026; and
Whereas, the City of Mount Vernon recognizes the importance of continued professional development, intergovernmental collaboration, and participation in statewide municipal organizations; and
Whereas, the New York Conference of Mayors (NYCOM) Annual Meeting provides a forum for municipal leaders across New York State to exchange best practices, discuss legislative priorities, and strengthen effective local governance; and
Whereas, the Mayor of the City of Mount Vernon serves as a NYCOM Executive Committee Board Member and has served for three (3) consecutive years, including service on the Women's Advisory Committee; and
Whereas, the Mayor has served as President of the Women's Advisory Committee from 2025-2026 and will be sworn in as First Vice President at the 2026 NYCOM Annual Meeting; and
Whereas, attendance at the NYCOM 2026 Annual Meeting will provide valuable opportunities for networking with fellow mayors and municipal officials, as well as engagement in policy discussions relevant to the City of Mount Vernon; and
Whereas, registration fees for member mayors are waived for this event; and
Whereas, the total cost of travel, lodging, transportation, and incidental expenses is not anticipated to exceed Seven Hundred Dollars ($700.00); and
Whereas, funding for said expenses shall be allocated from the Austerity Budget Code A1030.402 upon submission of proper documentation, subject to the availability of funds and the Comptroller's approval, subject to proper documentation and compliance with applicable procurement and fiscal procedure...
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