Board of Estimate and Contract
RESOLVED, that an ordinance adopted by the City Council on January 22, 2025, and signed by the Mayor on January 23, 2025, authorizing the Board of Water Supply to add a position entitled "Water Quality Analyst"; be, and the same is hereby approved.
City Council
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZNG THE BOARD OF WATER SUPPLY TO ADD A POSITION ENTITLED "WATER QUALITY ANALYST".
WHEREAS, by letter date January 14, 2025, the Commissioner of the Board of Water Supply has requested the addition of a "Water Quality Analyst" position to the 2025 office budget effective January 1, 2025; and
WHEREAS, ?this role is crucial for complying with the New York State Department of Health's mandate to implement a Backflow Prevention Program, ensuring public health safety; and
WHEREAS, the ?"Water Quality Analyst" position will manage administrative functions, enhance water quality management, and ensure regulatory compliance. ? The position has an annual salary of $70,800.90, Grade 8C-Step 4 with funds already included in the Board of Water Supply's 2025 budget; Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved That
The City of Mount Vernon, in City Council convened, does hereby ordain and enact:
Section 1. Authorization to add a position. The Board of Water Supply is hereby authorized to add a position within said department under the terms outlined below:
a) The Board of Water Supply requests to add a "Water Quality Analyst" position. ?
b) This position is essential for complying with NYS DOH mandates. ?
c) The role will oversee the Backflow Prevention Program and address water quality concerns. ?
Section 2. Responsibilities and Benefits.
a) The "Water Quality Analyst" position will manage administrative functions of the Backflow Prevention Program. ?
b) The position will enhance operational efficiency and public confidence in water quality management. ?
c) The role includes conducting system audits, reviewing standards, and...
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