City Council:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE
RELEASE FOR QUALIFICATIONS ("RFQ")
FOR THE ENGAGEMENT OF SERVICES OF AN
ENVIRONMENTAL/ SUSTAINABILITY-FOCUSED
CONSULTANT
Whereas, by letter dated April 23, 2024, the Commissioner of the Department of Public Works has requested legislation authorizing the Release for Qualifications ("RFQ") for the engagement of services of an environmental/sustainability-focused consultant to support the city's sustainability initiatives; and
Whereas, the City of Mount Vernon is committed to advancing green policy development, fostering community engagement, and ensuring effective strategic planning and risk management in alignment with sustainability goals; and
Whereas, the engagement of a consultant specializing in environmental and sustainability matters is deemed critical to achieving foundational objectives essential for enhancing the city's sustainability initiatives; and
Whereas, payment to the consultant based on deliverables rather than an hourly rate ensures accountability and incentivizes the achievement of tangible outcomes, reflecting best practices in procurement and the city's commitment to transparency and value for taxpayer dollars; and
Whereas, the creation of a list of environmental/sustainability-focused consultants is imperative to enhancing the city's capacity to address pressing environmental challenges, promote sustainable development, and safeguard the well-being of current and future generations; Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved That
The City of Mount Vernon, in City Council convened, does hereby ordain, and enact:
Section 1. Authorization. The City of Mount Vernon hereby authorizes a Release for Qualifications ("RFQ") to engage the services of an environmental/sustainability-focused consultant to support the city's sustainability initiatives.
Section 2. Objectives. The objectives of the engagement shall include, but not be limited to:
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