City Council:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING A ONE-YEAR
LEAVE OF ABSENCE FOR LOMARI PAYNE FROM
THE POSITION OF SENIOR ACCOUNT CLERK IN
THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
Whereas, in correspondence dated March 24, 2026, the former Senior Account Clerk in the Department of Public Works formally requested authorization for a leave of absence from her position for a period of one (1) year, commencing March 23, 2026, and terminating on March 22, 2027; and
Whereas, Lomari Payne has been selected to fulfill the duties of Assistant Commissioner of Public Works, a position that carries increased responsibilities and administrative oversight; and
Whereas, pursuant to the applicable Civil Service Employees Association (CSEA) collective bargaining agreement, employees may be granted a leave of absence for the purpose of serving in a higher-level or provisional appointment; and
Whereas, Lomari Payne has formally requested a one (1) year leave of absence from her position as Senior Account Clerk to accept and perform the duties of Assistant Commissioner of Public Works; and
Whereas, the City Council finds that granting this leave of absence serves the best interests of the City by allowing continuity of service and administrative leadership within the Department of Public Works;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MOUNT VERNON, NEW YORK, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Authorization of Leave of Absence. The City Council hereby authorizes a leave of absence for Lomari Payne from her position as Senior Account Clerk in the Department of Public Works for a period of one (1) year.
Section 2. Term of Leave. The leave of absence shall commence on March 23, 2026, and shall expire on March 22, 2027, unless extended or terminated earlier in accordance with applicable laws, rules, and collective bargaining agreements.
Section 3. Purpose of Leave. The leave of absence is granted for the purpose of allowing Lomari Pa...
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