Board of Estimate and Contract:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE COMPTROLLER
TO ATTEND THE NYCOM FALL 2026 TRAINING
SCHOOL IN SARATOGA SPRINGS, NEW YORK
WHEREAS, the City of Mount Vernon recognizes the importance of continuing education and professional development for municipal officials and employees, particularly in the areas of municipal finance, fiscal planning, budgeting, and the effective administration of local government; and
WHEREAS, Darren Morton has requested authorization to attend the New York Conference of Mayors and Municipal Officials ("NYCOM") Fall 2026 Training School, to be held September 14, 2026, through September 18, 2026, in Saratoga Springs, New York; and
WHEREAS, the NYCOM Fall Training School provides educational workshops and training sessions addressing matters directly relevant to the City of Mount Vernon, including municipal finance, fiscal planning, budgeting, governmental operations, and other issues affecting local municipalities; and
WHEREAS, Darren Morton serves on the Board of the New York State Society of Municipal Finance Officers as the designated representative for cities, and attendance at the NYCOM Fall Training School will provide an opportunity to enhance his professional knowledge and remain current on municipal finance practices, policies, and issues affecting municipalities throughout New York State; and
WHEREAS, the registration fee for the NYCOM Fall 2026 Training School is Five Hundred Seventy-Five Dollars ($575.00) per person, and the applicable hotel rate is Two Hundred Twenty-Five Dollars ($225.00) per night, including breakfast; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Morton has advised that he will either drive his personal vehicle or travel by train to Saratoga Springs, and no transportation expenses shall be charged to the City of Mount Vernon; and
WHEREAS, the total cost of registration, lodging, and other authorized conference-related expenses shall not exceed Two Thousand Dollars ($2...
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