Board of Estimate & Contract:
RESOLVED, that an ordinance adopted by the City Council on February 14, 2024, and signed by the Mayor on February 15, 2024, authorizing Councilman Poteat's attendance at the 53rd NYS Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic & Asian Legislative Conference - (February 16 - 18, 2024. $450.00 should be charged to A1010.417 (Education and Training) and the remaining balance of $700.00 expensed to A1010.402, (Travel Expenses), be and the same is hereby approved.
City Council:
ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING COUNCILMAN
EDWARD POTEAT'S ATTENDANCE AT THE
53RD NYS BLACK, PUERTO RICAN, HISPANIC &
ASIAN LEGISLATIVE CONFERENCE
Whereas, by letter dated January 29, 2024, the Legislative Assistant to the City Council of Mount Vernon has requested the authorization for Councilman Edward Poteat to attend the 53rd NYS Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic & Asian Legislative Conference, in Albany, NY from February 16 - 18, 2024; and
Whereas:
1. Councilman Edward Poteat has been invited to attend the 53rd NYS Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic & Asian Legislative Conference in Albany, NY, from February 16 - 18, 2024.
2. The conference presents a valuable opportunity for Councilman Poteat to engage with elected officials from across the state and discuss pertinent legislative matters affecting Mount Vernon.
3. Attendance at such conferences contributes to the professional development and effectiveness of elected officials in representing the interests of their constituents.
4. A travel fund not to exceed $1,200 is required to cover the costs associated with Councilman Poteat's attendance at the conference, including registration fees, transportation, lodging, and meals.
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved That
The City of Mount Vernon, in City Council convened, does hereby ordain, and enact:
Section 1. Authorization for Councilman Edward Poteat's Attendance. The City Council...
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