Mount Vernon, NY

City Council

Board of Estimate & Contract

The Board of Estimate & Contract will consider several ordinances regarding city contracts, equipment purchases, and budget transfers. The meeting includes a series of proposed real property tax settlements and a resolution to set a public hearing date for the 2027 Annual Estimate.

• Purchase of one Ford Police Interceptor for $74,055.90 using Asset Forfeiture Funds
• Agreement with Organizational Capacity Building for youth coaching not to exceed $25,000
• Tax settlements for multiple properties, including $96,338.47 for 2 North 10th Avenue
• Lease agreement with Westchester County for city-owned property at 230 and 240 Franklin Avenue
• Retainer of Vincent Toomey as Labor and Employment Counsel effective January 1, 2027

City Council

The Mount Vernon City Council is reviewing several ordinances including budget transfers for Public Works and a lease agreement with Westchester County. The body is also considering funding for youth life coaching and the purchase of a police interceptor.

• Purchase of one Ford Police Interceptor for $74,055.90 using Asset Forfeiture Funds
• Agreement with Organizational Capacity Building for youth coaching not to exceed $25,000
• Repeal of Local Law No. 12 of 2026 regarding double parking penalties
• Lease agreement with Westchester County for city-owned property at 230 and 240 Franklin Avenue
• Tax refunds for the property located at 25 Monroe Street

City Council Work Session

The City Council is reviewing ordinances regarding public safety equipment, youth program funding, and budget transfers. The session includes proposals for parking penalty changes and a property lease with Westchester County.

• Purchase of one Ford Police Interceptor for $74,055.90 using Asset Forfeiture Funds
• Application for NYSDOT permit for red-light cameras at Cross County Parkway and West Broad Street
• Agreement with Organizational Capacity Building for youth coaching not to exceed $25,000
• Enhanced penalties for double and overnight parking for certain heavy commercial vehicles
• Lease agreement with Westchester County for city-owned property at 230 and 240 South Franklin Avenue

Board of Estimate & Contract

The Board of Estimate & Contract will review several ordinances regarding city infrastructure, technology policies, and financial transfers. The meeting includes votes on various vendor contracts, tax settlements, and the acceptance of grant funds for youth employment.

• Emergency lead remediation and rehabilitation at the Police Department Firearms Training Range
• Acceptance of $605,000 in reimbursement grant funds for the Youth Employment Program
• Contract with Jesco, Inc. for vehicle transmission repairs costing $67,536.36
• Purchase of electronic timekeeping equipment from UKG Workforce for $64,815.00
• Tax settlements for multiple properties, including $65,252.89 for 280 Collins Avenue

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council is holding a special meeting to review a report from the Finance and Planning committee. The primary item is a proposed ordinance regarding a settlement between the City of Mount Vernon and the Mount Vernon City School District.

• Ordinance authorizing a settlement with Mount Vernon City School District for uncollected taxes from the 2020-2021 and 2021-2022 school years

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances regarding city technology, public works repairs, and youth programming. The meeting includes proposals for emergency lead remediation at the police firearms range and various budget transfers.

• Ordinance adopting a policy on smart glasses, wearable technology, and connected recording devices
• Agreement with Jesco, Inc. for city-owned vehicle transmission repairs costing $67,536.36
• Agreement with UKG Workforce for electronic timekeeping equipment costing $64,815.00
• Authorization for Youth Bureau to accept $605,000 in reimbursement grant funds
• Ordinance declaring an emergency for lead remediation at the Police Department Firearms Training Range

City Council Work Session

The City Council will discuss various ordinances regarding city operations, public works, and public safety. Key items include technology policies, emergency remediation for the police firearms range, and grant funding for youth employment.

• Ordinance adopting a policy on smart glasses, wearable technology, and connected recording devices
• Agreement to accept $605,000 in reimbursement grant funds for the Youth Employment Program
• Emergency declaration for lead remediation at the Police Department Firearms Training Range
• Ordinance authorizing the use of Urban Renewal Agency funds for Fire Station Apron Rehabilitation
• Ordinance authorizing the Comptroller to condemn and dispose of junk or obsolete city vehicles

Board of Estimate & Contract

The Mount Vernon Board of Estimate & Contract meets Tuesday, September 29, 2026 at 4:00 PM at City Hall to present the draft Annual Estimate 2027 and act on several ordinances and resolutions. Items include a $243,000 New York State GIVE grant for public safety, a $12,458.16 fund transfer for Granicus/Legistar software, and tax settlements for several properties. The agenda also covers water and sewer infrastructure agreements and training authorizations.

• Presentation of the draft Annual Estimate 2027 budget
• Public Safety: GIVE grant agreement with NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services, up to $243,000.00
• City Clerk: $12,458.16 fund transfer for Granicus/Legistar agenda and minutes software
• Tax settlements: Sheridan Gardens LLC, 55 Sheridan Avenue ($48,019.20); Ciprano, LLC, 15 North Tenth Avenue ($31,387.45); Ecco Land Corp., 616 East Lincoln Avenue ($13,909.99); Lucas Building Company LLC, 10 Fiske Place
• Public Works: agreements for SmartCover/Badger Meter software renewal and 4th Street Park improvements; Mayor to enter Master Funding Agreement with NYS Environmental Facilities Corporation for water and sewer projects

City Council

The Mount Vernon City Council is holding a regular meeting with a full agenda of ordinances, including establishing a domestic partnership registry, accepting a $243,000 state grant for gun violence elimination, and creating a qualified contractor list for capital projects. Several items authorize travel and training for city staff, and one funds software costs. The meeting is open to the public with virtual participation options.

• Ordinance to establish a Domestic Partnership Registry, administered by the City Clerk
• Ordinance to accept up to $243,000 from NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services for the GIVE grant program
• Ordinance to create a Qualified Professional/Contractor List (PQL) and Master Services Agreement framework for capital projects
• Ordinance to transfer $12,458.16 for Granicus/Legistar agenda software
• Ordinance to enter into a Master Funding Agreement with NYS Environmental Facilities Corporation for water quality and sewer projects

City Council Work Session

The Mount Vernon City Council is holding a work session to discuss a series of ordinances covering public works, public safety, and finance. Key items include a $243,000 GIVE grant for gun violence reduction, a professional services agreement for the 4th Street Park improvements, and updates to the city's ethics code. The agenda also includes routine items like software subscriptions, conference attendance, and fund transfers.

• Ordinance to accept up to $243,000 from NYS GIVE grant program for gun violence elimination
• Professional services agreement with Paulus, Sokolowski and Sartor for 4th Street Park improvements
• Ordinance to create a Domestic Partnership Registry
• Transfer of $12,458.16 for Granicus/Legistar agenda software
• Ordinance to modernize the City's Code of Ethics

Board of Estimate & Contract

The Mount Vernon Board of Estimate & Contract is meeting to vote on a series of ordinances and resolutions, including change orders for the Edison Avenue Pump Station projects, acceptance of a $240,770 state grant for the police department's domestic violence initiative, and a $15,000 lawsuit settlement. The agenda also includes budget transfers, contract extensions, and approvals for city staff to attend training conferences. All items are listed for approval; no discussion or debate is noted in the agenda.

• Change Order No. 1 for Edison Avenue Pump Station equipment procurement (Contract No. 12222024), extending completion to Oct 30, 2026
• Change Order No. 1 and No. 2 for Edison Avenue Pump Station general construction, including use of contract allowance funds
• Acceptance of $240,770 grant from NYS DCJS for Police Department's Give Domestic Violence Initiative (STRIVE)
• Second amendment to service agreement with Mercy University for Financial Empowerment Center through Dec 31, 2026
• Settlement of lawsuit Clark v. Hutchinson, et al. v. City of Mount Vernon for $15,000

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances including a new affordable housing set-aside program and a $240,770 grant for domestic violence initiatives. The agenda also includes various personnel appointments, travel authorizations for city officials, and public works contract updates.

• Establishment of an Affordable Housing Set Aside Program via zoning amendment
• $240,770.00 in DCJS grant funding for the police department's domestic violence initiative
• Temporary closure of South First Avenue on September 20, 2026, for a library comic expo
• Creation of a Chief of Data and Innovation Officer position within the Mayor's Office
• Change orders and extensions for the Edison Avenue Pump Station projects

City Council Work Session

The Mount Vernon City Council work session will consider a local law amending the zoning code to establish an affordable housing set-aside program, along with several ordinances and resolutions. Items include authorizing the mayor's travel to conferences, creating a new Chief of Data and Innovation Officer position, approving change orders for the Edison Avenue Pump Station project, and accepting a $240,770 grant for a domestic violence initiative. The agenda also includes routine items such as reappointing commissioners of deeds and approving training payments.

• Local law to amend Chapter 267 (Zoning) to establish an Affordable Housing Set Aside Program
• Ordinance establishing Chief of Data and Innovation Officer in Mayor's office
• Change orders for Edison Avenue Pump Station projects (Contracts No. 12222024) extending completion dates
• Acceptance of $240,770 grant from NYS DCJS for Police Department's Give Domestic Violence Initiative
• Ordinance declaring emergency at Police Department firearms range for lead remediation

Board of Estimate & Contract

The Board of Estimate & Contract is meeting to consider a series of ordinances and resolutions, including renewing the city's AI platform, approving police department software and equipment contracts, and accepting grant funds for youth programs. The board will also authorize training travel, settle claims, and approve partial payments for public works projects.

• Ordinance to renew AI platform with Sunlight Technologies (Readly) for two years
• Ordinance to dispose of 86 obsolete smartphones via PaceButler Corporation
• Ordinance for three-year Microsoft Office 365 subscription for police department
• Ordinance to accept $135,000 grant for Workforce Development for Academy for Youth
• Partial payment of $88,537.51 to Inter Contracting Corp. for Edison Avenue Pump Station upgrades

City Council Special Meeting

The Mount Vernon City Council is holding a special meeting to consider an ordinance authorizing the mayor to sign a professional services agreement with Interboro Partners, LLC for updating the city's comprehensive zoning ordinance. The agenda includes only this item, referred from the Finance and Planning committee, along with routine procedural matters.

• Ordinance to authorize mayor to execute agreement with Interboro Partners, LLC for Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance Update

City Council

The Mount Vernon City Council is holding a regular meeting with a full agenda of ordinances and resolutions. Key items include renewing the city's AI platform with Sunlight Technologies, approving a Microsoft Office 365 subscription for the police department, and authorizing several temporary street closures for community events. The council will also consider grants for youth programs, a local law on double parking penalties, and appointments to the Cable Television Advisory Committee.

• Ordinance authorizing two-year renewal of AI platform with Sunlight Technologies (Readly)
• Ordinance authorizing three-year Microsoft Office 365 subscription for Police Department
• Ordinance authorizing $15,000 agreement with City of White Plains for Grandpa's United Program
• Ordinance accepting $135,000 grant for Workforce Development Academy for Youth (WDAY)
• Local law establishing penalties for double parking

City Council Work Session

The Mount Vernon City Council will consider a wide-ranging agenda including temporary street closures for community events, several software and service contracts, and amendments to local laws on double parking, taxicab commission membership, and tax lien sales. The meeting is a work session, so items are being discussed and voted on.

• Temporary closure of Hawthorne Terrace for 9th Annual Wakanda Celebration (Sept 12)
• Two-year renewal of AI platform agreement with Sunlight Technologies (Readly)
• 3-year Microsoft Office 365 agreement
• Local law establishing penalties for double parking
• Local law adjusting tax lien sale date and requiring post-sale notice

Board of Estimate & Contract

The Board of Estimate & Contract will vote on eight ordinances, including the purchase of two sanitation trucks for $410K, a liquor license for Memorial Stadium, and a $103K youth bureau contract. They will also consider a budget transfer for an emergency demolition at 230 South 2nd Avenue and the sale of city-owned property at 52 Mersereau Avenue for $410,000.

• Purchase of two 2027 Peterbilt 548 sanitation vehicles through Sourcewell cooperative
• On-premises liquor license for the Stadium at Memorial Field
• $103,161.19 contract with Family Services of Westchester for youth bureau
• Emergency demolition of unsafe structure at 230 South 2nd Avenue
• Sale of 52 Mersereau Avenue to Reginald Lowe for $410,000

The Board of Estimate & Contract approved seven resolutions and one settlement, including a sanitation truck purchase, a NYS liquor license application, a ProjectRISE referral, a budget transfer for public safety, a sanitation budget transfer, a property claim settlement, and a NYS grant referral. One resolution (TMP-2238) was held. The meeting was procedural with no substantive policy decisions beyond these approvals.

• Approved sanitation truck purchase (TMP-2217) (3-0)
• Approved NYS Liquor Authority license application (TMP-2234) (3-0)
• Approved ProjectRISE $103K referral (TMP-2206) (3-0)
• Held consolidation/transfer for Asst. Director $90,500 (TMP-2238)
• Approved budget transfer for public safety (TMP-2241) (3-0)
• Approved sanitation budget transfer (TMP-2203) (2-1, Morton nay)
• Approved 52 Mersereau Avenue claim $410k (TMP-2207) (3-0)
• Approved NYS grant referral (TMP-2245) (3-0)

Industrial Development Agency

The Mount Vernon Industrial Development Agency will discuss the Urbanomics report and open applications. The board will also receive an executive director's report and agency counsel updates.

• Discussion of Urbanomics Report and MVCSD Comments
• Discussion - Proceeding on Open Applications
• Update – Sentinel Project
• Approval of June 11, 2026 Minutes
• Financial Report

Planning Board

The Planning Board will vote on final approvals for four site plan and special permit applications: a cannabis dispensary, an auto body shop, a special education preschool, and a Chase Bank branch. They will also continue a public hearing on a subdivision of a 30,953 sq ft lot on Summit Avenue into three lots.

• Vote on final site plan approval for cannabis dispensary at 127 South Terrace Avenue.
• Vote on retroactive site plan approval for auto body shop at 133 South Terrace Avenue.
• Vote on special permit for special education preschool at 550 North Columbus Avenue (Sinai Free Synagogue).
• Vote on site plan and special permit for new Chase Bank branch at 21 East Prospect Avenue, replacing former Rite Aid.
• Continued public hearing on subdivision of 165 Summit Avenue into three lots (12,546, 13,836, and 5,000 sq ft).

City Council

The Mount Vernon City Council will consider 14 items including a local law to establish an Affordable Housing Set-Aside Program, an ordinance to sell city-owned property at 52 Mersereau Avenue for $410,000, and multiple ordinances amending taxicab regulations to align with state law and add new safety rules. Other items include purchasing two sanitation vehicles, funding a summer youth program, and authorizing an emergency demolition at 230 South 2nd Avenue.

• Local law to amend zoning code to establish an Affordable Housing Set-Aside Program
• Sale of city-owned property at 52 Mersereau Avenue to Reginald Lowe, Jr. for $410,000
• Ordinance to amend taxicab licensing to conform with New York Correction Law and establish an appeals process
• Ordinance authorizing purchase of two 2027 Peterbilt 548 sanitation vehicles via Sourcewell cooperative
• Ordinance authorizing emergency demolition of unsafe structure at 230 South 2nd Avenue

The City Council adopted 13 pieces of legislation, most by unanimous 5-0 votes, covering sanitation truck purchase specs, appointments, a liquor license application, budget transfers, taxi ordinance amendments, and a $410,000 property matter at 52 Mersereau Avenue. One item — the Affordable Housing Set Aside Program Local Law — was held, not adopted. The only split vote was the NYS Liquor Authority license application, adopted 4-1 with Councilmember Wallace voting no. The meeting also included public comment on topics such as pedestrian safety, Memorial Field events, mental health services, and a proposed reform, but no decisions were recorded on those matters.

• Adopted sanitation truck purchase chassis specs (TMP-2217) (5-0)
• Adopted referral for Jahi Lafayette appointment (TMP-2243) (5-0)
• Adopted NYS Liquor Authority license application (TMP-2234) (4-1, Wallace nay)
• Adopted referral for ProjectRISE $103K (TMP-2206) (5-0)
• Adopted consolidation/transfer/new title Asst. Director $90,500 (TMP-2238) (5-0)
• Adopted budget transfer A7314.458 to A7314.101 (TMP-2241) (5-0)
• Adopted emergency declaration legislation and budget transfer (TMP-2203) (5-0)
• Adopted taxi amendment ordinance referral (TMP-2240) (5-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances including the purchase of new sanitation trucks and the sale of city-owned property. The body is also discussing updates to taxicab regulations and funding for youth and demolition projects.

• Purchase of two 2027 Peterbilt 548 sanitation vehicles for $519,662.00
• Sale of city-owned property at 52 Mersereau Avenue to Reginald Lowe, Jr. for $410,000.00
• Agreement with Family Services of Westchester for Project Rise funding of $103,161.19
• Budget transfer for emergency demolition of a structure at 230 South 2nd Avenue
• Proposed affordable housing set aside program via amendment to Chapter 267 (Zoning)

City Council Work Session

The Mount Vernon City Council will consider 15 items at this work session, including ordinances to purchase two Peterbilt sanitation vehicles for $410K (funded via CHIPS program), sell city-owned property at 52 Mersereau Avenue for $410,000, and establish an Affordable Housing Set Aside Program. Other notable items include a liquor license for Memorial Field, a $103,161 youth program contract with Family Services of Westchester, emergency demolition of a dangerous structure at 230 South 2nd Avenue, and several taxicab regulation amendments.

• Ordinance to buy two 2027 Peterbilt sanitation vehicles through Sourcewell cooperative (LPW)
• Sale of 52 Mersereau Avenue to Reginald Lowe Jr. for $410,000 (FP)
• Local law to create an Affordable Housing Set Aside Program (FP)
• Ordinance to apply for NY Main Street Program grant (FP)
• Emergency demolition of unsafe structure at 230 South 2nd Avenue (PSC)

Board of Estimate & Contract

The Board of Estimate & Contract will vote on nine items, including a $195,000 summer youth employment program grant, a $20,000 settlement for a personal injury lawsuit, and a $1,000 settlement in another case. Other items include a warranty for City Hall's AV system, a no-cost cybersecurity agreement with the state, and two youth program contracts. The board will also consider a tax refund for 1 Park Avenue and approve travel expenses for two assessment clerks to attend a Cornell conference.

• Accept $195,000 Summer Youth Employment Program grant from Westchester Putnam Workforce Development Board
• Approve $20,000 settlement for Mary Dyer personal injury lawsuit
• Approve $1,000 settlement in Kimito Harris v. City of Mount Vernon
• Authorize tax refund for property at 1 Park Avenue under Real Property Tax Law § 556
• Authorize travel expenses for two assessment clerks to Cornell Conference in Ithaca, July 19-24

The Board of Estimate & Contract unanimously approved all nine agenda items, including maintenance contracts, an intergovernmental agreement, workforce development ordinances, a Cornell seminar, and two settlements. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved JAV maintenance sole source contract (3-0)
• Approved EDR Phase II IGA (3-0)
• Approved Westchester School for Medical & Dental Asst. YEP ordinance (3-0)
• Approved WilliamG Enterprise MIM ordinance (3-0)
• Approved 2026 SYEP MVYB-TANF $195K (3-0)
• Approved 1 Park Ave referral (3-0)
• Approved Cornell Seminar referral (3-0)
• Approved $20,000 settlement for Mary Dyer personal injury (3-0)

Board of Estimate & Contract

The Board of Estimate & Contract is reviewing various salary resolution items for Civil Service Employees Association (CSEA) staff. These resolutions cover pay scales and minimum/maximum rates for classified workers, supervisory positions, school crossing guards, and the Board of Water Supply.

• 2024 CSEA Salary Resolutions
• 2025 CSEA Salary Resolutions
• 2026 CSEA Salary Resolutions
• Board of Water Supply salary adjustments

The Board of Estimate & Contract approved all 21 CSEA salary resolutions (items 1-21) as a block, covering 2024, 2025, and 2026 salary schedules. Three informational items (TMP-2235, TMP-2236, TMP-2237) with attached salary documents were also approved. All votes were unanimous (3-0) with no discussion or opposition.

• Approved 21 CSEA salary resolutions as block (3-0)
• Approved informational item TMP-2235 (2026 CSEA salaries) (3-0)
• Approved informational item TMP-2236 (2025 CSEA salaries) (3-0)
• Approved informational item TMP-2237 (2024 CSEA salaries) (3-0)

Board of Estimate & Contract

The Board of Estimate & Contract is reviewing several ordinances including youth employment funding, cybersecurity agreements, and city hall equipment maintenance. The body is also approving legal settlements and tax refunds.

• Acceptance of $195,000 in Summer Youth Employment Program funds
• Contract for City Hall AV recording systems maintenance not to exceed $19,110
• No-cost cybersecurity agreement with NY State for Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) Program
• Personal injury lawsuit settlement for Mary Dyer for $20,000
• Real property tax refund for property at 1 Park Avenue

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will hold continued public hearings on several residential projects and new public hearings on commercial proposals. Key items include a certificate of appropriateness for a new Chase Bank branch with ATMs, two proposals for marijuana dispensaries, and an emergency department sign for Montefiore Mount Vernon.

• New Chase Bank branch with 3 ATMs at 21 East Prospect Avenue
• Conversion of commercial building to marijuana dispensary at 127 South Terrace Avenue
• Illuminated sign for 'Good Vibes NYC' cannabis dispensary at 410 East Sandford Boulevard
• New two-story single-family homes at 55 Pondfield Parkway (two lots)
• Emergency Department signage for Montefiore Mount Vernon at 24 North Seventh Avenue

City Council

The City Council is considering several ordinances regarding municipal services and community support. Key items include maintaining City Hall audio/video systems, joining a state-funded cybersecurity program, and funding various youth bureau initiatives.

• Maintenance contract for City Hall audio/video recording systems ($19,110)
• Cybersecurity agreement with NYS for the Endpoint Detection and Response Program (no cost to city)
• Back-to-School Backpack Event co-sponsorship by Department of Recreation
• Use of Municipal Parking Lot 11 for the 64th Jamaican Independence Day Festival
• Acceptance of $195,000 in Summer Youth Employment Program funds

City Council

The City Council will review several ordinances regarding municipal services, including audio-visual maintenance for City Hall and street closures for community events. Key discussions include the appropriation of $195,000 for summer youth employment and a property tax refund request.

• Appropriation of $195,000 in Summer Youth Employment Program funds
• Justice AV Solutions (JAVS) City Hall audio/visual maintenance agreement
• 2026 Back-to-School Backpack Event co-sponsorship and street closures
• Use of Municipal Parking Lot 11 for the 64th Jamaican Independence Day Festival
• Real property tax refund for 1 Park Avenue

The Mount Vernon City Council unanimously adopted all eight items on the agenda, including a sole-source maintenance contract, an EDR Phase II intergovernmental agreement, approvals for the Buddy White backpack giveaway and Jamaican Independence Day Festival, and several youth employment and training program referrals. No items were denied or tabled. The meeting also included public comments on issues like taxi licensing, street paving, and abandoned vehicles, with council members responding to concerns.

• Adopted sole source maintenance contract (TMP-2180) (5-0)
• Adopted EDR Phase II IGA (TMP-2198) (5-0)
• Adopted Buddy White Project backpack giveaway (TMP-2200) (5-0)
• Adopted Jamaican Independence Day Festival (TMP-2202) (5-0)
• Adopted Westchester School for Medical & Dental Asst. referral (TMP-2178) (5-0)
• Adopted WilliamG Enterprise LLC referral (TMP-2179) (5-0)
• Adopted TANF 2026 $195K youth program (TMP-2187) (5-0)
• Adopted 1 Park Ave referral (TMP-2185) (5-0)

City Council Work Session

The Mount Vernon City Council will discuss several ordinances at its work session, including a 12-month extended warranty for the city's audio/visual recording system, an intergovernmental agreement for cybersecurity services, a co-sponsorship for a back-to-school backpack event, a permit for the Jamaican Independence Day festival, and a tax refund for a property at 1 Park Avenue.

• Ordinance authorizing a 12-month JAVS extended warranty and support for City Hall A/V systems (May 2026–April 2027)
• Ordinance authorizing an intergovernmental agreement for Phase II of the Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) cybersecurity program at no cost to the city
• Ordinance authorizing Recreation Department to co-sponsor the 2026 Back-to-School Backpack Event with Henry Allen and the Buddy White Project, including street closures
• Ordinance authorizing use of Municipal Parking Lot 11 for the 64th Jamaican Independence Day Festival
• Ordinance authorizing a real property tax refund for 1 Park Avenue under Real Property Tax Law § 556