Mount Vernon public meetings in 2023

City Council

The City Council is considering several ordinances related to public works, including sewer system rehabilitation and grant funding. The agenda also includes items regarding recreation department bus purchases and the establishment of an Economic Development Task Force.

• Ordinance to amend agreement for $1,500,000.00 HUD community funding for sewer projects
• Ordinance for contract renewal with Dell for Microsoft Services using ARPA funds
• Ordinance authorizing a contract with NY State DOT 5310 program for bus purchase
• Ordinance for the purchase of a new 22 passenger bus
• Ordinance to establish the Mount Vernon Economic Development Task Force

The City Council approved two $1.5M federal grants for sewer system rehabilitation and authorized $192,024.95 in ARPA funds for Microsoft Office 365 contracts. The council also adopted an Economic Development Task Force and re-appointed two members to the Board of Ethics.

• Approved $1.5M HUD grant for sewer outfall (4-0)
• Approved $1.5M EPA grant for sewer system rehabilitation (4-0)
• Approved $192,024.95 in ARPA funds for Microsoft Office 365 contract (4-0)
• Adopted Mount Vernon Economic Development Task Force (4-0)
• Re-appointed Curtis Brewing and Blair Hoplight to Board of Ethics (4-0)
• Denied contract amendment for outside plan examiner Neil Carnow (2-0-2)
• Approved fund transfer for a new 22-passenger bus (4-0)
• Adopted bi-annual performance evaluation policy (4-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances including street name changes and budget line transfers. The session also includes discussions on federal grant agreements for sewer rehabilitation and bus purchases.

• Renaming Malcolm X Boulevard (4th Street) to Ruth Hassell-Thompson Way
• Renaming 6th Avenue between 1st and 2nd Streets to W. Franklyn Richardson Way
• Amending ordinance for a $1,500,000.00 HUD community funding grant for sewer projects
• Authorizing American Rescue Plan Act funds for Dell Microsoft Services contract renewal
• Authorizing the purchase of a new 22 passenger bus via NY State DOT 5310 program

Board of Estimate & Contract

The Board is considering several ordinances including police wage increases, parking fee changes, and contract renewals. The agenda also includes settling multiple legal claims and tax review settlements.

• Ordinance for Motorola Solutions License Plate Recognition systems
• Ratification of Police Association Comprehensive Wage Increase Agreement
• Increase of 2024 Parking Permit Fees
• $1,500.00 for Department of Public Safety training in Phoenix, Arizona
• Settlement of Petrillo Contracting, Inc. claim for $62,000.00

The Board of Estimate & Contract approved several ordinances, including a wage increase agreement for the Police Association, a contract renewal with Empress Emergency Medical Service, and multiple budget transfers. The Board denied a proposal for HVAC repairs and upgrades at the police gun range due to procurement concerns. Additionally, the Board approved several legal settlements and tax review settlements.

• Approved Motorola LPR systems purchase (3-0)
• Approved Police Association wage increase agreement (3-0)
• Approved Empress Emergency Medical Service contract renewal (3-0)
• Approved 2024 parking permit fee amendments (3-0)
• Denied gun range HVAC repair and upgrade ordinance (0-3)
• Approved holiday parking meter suspension (3-0)
• Approved $62,000 settlement for Petrillo Contracting, Inc. (3-0)
• Approved tax settlements for Westchester Plaza Holdings and West First Professional Plaza (3-0)

City Council Special Meeting

The Mount Vernon City Council held a special meeting to consider an ordinance adopting the 2024 Annual Budget. This item was presented during the Finance and Planning session.

• Adoption of the 2024 Annual Budget for the City of Mount Vernon

The City Council approved the ordinance to adopt the Annual Budget for the City of Mount Vernon for the year 2024. Councilmember Copeland expressed concerns regarding expiring ARPA funding and potential expenses for the new Ambulance Unit prior to the vote.

• Adopted 2024 Annual Budget (4-0)
• Meeting adjourned (4-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing an ordinance to adopt the Annual Budget for 2024. The meeting includes several legislative items regarding budget transfers, contract renewals, and fee changes across multiple city departments.

• Adoption of the Annual Budget for the Year 2024
• Contract with ICC-CDS, LLC for $15,000.00
• Travel authorization for Interim Commissioner of Public Safety to attend AAMA meeting ($1,500.00)
• Increase of Parking Permit Fees for 2024
• Payment agreement with Motorola Solutions for License Plate Recognition systems

The City Council approved a comprehensive wage increase agreement for the Police Association and a local law to override the tax levy limit. The council also authorized several budget transfers and approved the purchase of four Motorola LPR systems using ARPA funds.

• Approved Comprehensive Wage Increase Agreement with Police Association (5-0)
• Approved Local Law 5 of 2023 to override the tax levy limit (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 4 Motorola LPR Systems using ARPA funds (5-0)
• Adopted 2024 parking permit fee amendments (5-0)
• Approved $15,000 contract with ICC-CDS, LLC for Laserfiche Indexing (5-0)
• Adopted resolution designating City Council as lead agency for cannabis zoning amendments (4-1)
• Adopted resolution designating City Council as lead agency for solar energy code amendments (5-0)
• Approved renewal of contract with Empress Emergency Medical Service (5-0)

City Council Public Hearing

The City Council is holding a public hearing concerning 20 South 2nd Avenue. The meeting includes a presentation by the City Clerk regarding this location.

• Presentation on 20 South 2nd Avenue

The City Council voted to close the public hearing regarding the DTOAD project at 20 South 2nd Avenue. Public comment will remain open for 14 calendar days following the closure. The applicant is expected to provide a Final Generic Environmental Impact Statement (FGEIS) addressing questions raised during the hearing.

• Closed the public hearing and kept public comment open for 14 calendar days (All Ayes)

City Council Public Hearing

The City Council is holding a public hearing regarding the 2024 Proposed Annual Estimate for the City of Mount Vernon. The meeting includes a presentation on the city's proposed budget.

• Presentation of the 2024 Proposed Annual Estimate

The Mount Vernon City Council held a public hearing on the 2024 Proposed Annual Estimate and subsequently adopted it with a unanimous vote. Several residents spoke during the public comment period to express concerns regarding potential tax hikes, budget revenues, and community impacts. Council members also discussed property re-evaluations, employee contracts, and the city's charter commission during closing comments.

• Adopted the 2024 Proposed Annual Estimate (5-0)
• Closed the public hearing (all ayes)

City Council Work Session

The City Council is reviewing several legislative items including street name changes and fund transfers. The session also includes discussions on public safety contracts, personnel appointments, and municipal fee adjustments.

• Renaming 6th Avenue between 1st and 2nd Streets to W. Franklyn Richardson Way
• Renaming Malcolm X Boulevard (4th Street) between Fulton Avenue and Langdon Avenue to Ruth Hassell-Thompson Way
• Ordinance to charge a fee for Wedding Photography
• Amendment to extend leaf blower season(s)
• Contract with ICC-CDS LLC to index vital records into Laserfiche

City Council Public Hearing

The Mount Vernon City Council is conducting a public hearing regarding the Downtown Vision. The session includes a presentation from the Planning department and various related reports.

• Downtown Vision Presentation
• MTV 24-003 Downtown Revitalization Guiding Principles - Preliminary Comprehensive Plan

Board of Estimate & Contract Special Meeting

The Board of Estimate & Contract is meeting to consider a resolution adopting the Proposed 2024 Annual Estimate for the City of Mount Vernon.

• Resolution adopting the Proposed 2024 Annual Estimate

The Board of Estimate & Contract held a special meeting and adopted the proposed 2024 Annual Estimate for the City of Mount Vernon. The board also discussed upcoming holiday events and community drives before adjourning.

• Adopted the 2024 Annual Estimate (3-0)

City Council Special Meeting

The November 29, 2023, special meeting agenda is procedural and contains no specific topics for discussion. The document only lists a heading for reports from the Finance and Planning committee.

The Mount Vernon City Council held a special meeting on November 29, 2023. The only substantive decision was the adoption of an ordinance setting the date for a public hearing on the 2024 Proposed Annual Estimate. The ordinance passed with four votes in favor and none against. The meeting closed with a moment of silence and a motion to adjourn.

• Adopted ordinance setting public hearing date for 2024 Proposed Annual Estimate (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Board of Estimate & Contract

The Board of Estimate & Contract is reviewing several ordinances and a settlement. Proposed items include contract renewals for animal control, mental health services, and equipment rentals, as well as a grant to establish a financial empowerment center.

• $141,656.41 payment agreement with InVeris for shooting range repairs and upgrades
• $150,000 grant from Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund to establish a financial empowerment center
• $50,000 agreement with Westchester Community Health Center for mental health and wellness services
• Contract renewal with Humane Society of Westchester for animal control services at $33,750
• Rental of a front-end loader for the Department of Public Works at $8,563.80 per month

The Board approved multiple operational requests, including a contract renewal for the Humane Society of Westchester and a grant for financial empowerment. A request for shooting range repairs and upgrades was denied. The board also approved a settlement with State Farm Fire and Casualty Company.

• Approved budget line transfer within the Mayor's office (3-0)
• Approved rental of a front end loader for Public Works (3-0)
• Approved Youth Bureau contract with Westchester Community Health Center (3-0)
• Approved partnership with American Red Cross for 'Prepare Mount Vernon' event (3-0)
• Approved Fire Department training at NYS Fire Academy (3-0)
• Approved Humane Society of Westchester contract renewal (3-0)
• Denied shooting range repairs and upgrades (3-0)
• Approved settlement with State Farm Fire and Casualty Company (3-0)

Board of Estimate & Contract Public Hearing

The Board of Estimate & Contract is holding a public hearing regarding the Proposed 2024 Annual Estimate for the City of Mount Vernon. No other specific items or business are listed on this agenda.

• Proposed 2024 Annual Estimate for CMV

The Board held a public hearing to present the proposed 2024 Annual Estimate for the City of Mount Vernon. No formal votes were taken on the budget; the Mayor announced a Special Board of Estimate Meeting will be called to move the proposal to the City Council.

• Adjourned meeting (All Ayes)

Board of Estimate & Contract Special Meeting

The Board is considering two legal settlements involving the City of Mount Vernon. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding outside counsel for the Law Department.

• Settlement of Alexis Montero v. City of Mount Vernon ($256,865.01)
• Settlement of Richard Keene ($21,000.00)
• Retainer for outside counsel regarding judgment enforcement and trial work

The Board adopted two legal settlements and approved a retainer for outside counsel to represent the City in judgment enforcement. The meeting also included a reminder regarding a public hearing for the 2024 Annual Estimate Draft of the Budget.

• Approved settlement of Alexis Montero v. City of Mount Vernon (3-0)
• Approved settlement of Richard Keene for $21,000.00 (3-0)
• Approved retainer for Law Department outside counsel for judgment enforcement (3-0)

City Council

The Mount Vernon City Council is reviewing several ordinances regarding public safety, human resources, and finance. Proposed actions include renewing an animal control contract and authorizing mental health services for the Youth Bureau. The council will also consider budget transfers and new financial empowerment initiatives.

• Renewal of contract with Humane Society of Westchester for animal control ($33,750 first-quarter payment)
• Agreement with Westchester Community Health Center for Mental Health and Wellness Services
• Rental of a front-end loader for the Department of Public Works at $8,563.80 per month
• Payment agreement with InVeris for repairs and upgrades to the Shooting Range
• Grant authorization to establish the Mount Vernon Financial Empowerment Center

The City Council adopted a request to repeal § 147-2 from the Mount Vernon City Code and passed a resolution honoring Bishop DeCohen. Several other items, including contracts for the Youth Bureau and Humane Society of Westchester, were approved and sent to the Board of Estimate.

• Repealed § 147-2 from the Mount Vernon, N.Y. Code (5-0)
• Approved contract with Westchester Community Health Center for Youth Bureau (5-0)
• Approved Humane Society of Westchester contract renewal (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved shooting range repairs and upgrades (5-0)
• Approved partnership with American Red Cross for 'Prepare Mount Vernon' event (5-0)
• Approved authorization for Fire Department training at NYS Fire Academy (5-0)
• Approved Intermunicipal Agreement with Westchester County for Financial Empowerment Center (5-0)
• Adopted resolution honoring Bishop DeCohen (5-0)

City Council Public Hearing

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the Downtown Vision. The meeting includes a presentation based on the Downtown Report.

• Downtown Vision Presentation

The City Council held a continuation of a public hearing regarding Phase 1 of the Downtown Redevelopment Plan. Residents and officials provided comments on zoning, building heights, and infrastructure. No final decisions were made during this session.

• Adjourned the public hearing until December 6th at 6pm (All Ayes, minus Councilwoman Copeland)

City Council Work Session

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances including street name changes, equipment rentals, and mental health service agreements. The session also includes discussions on animal control renewals, shooting range upgrades, and financial empowerment center grants.

• Rename 6th Avenue between 1st and 2nd Streets to W. Franklyn Richardson Way
• Rename Malcolm X Boulevard (4th Street) between Fulton Avenue and Langdon Avenue to Ruth Hassell-Thompson Way
• Rental of a front-end loader for $8,563.80 per month through December 31, 2023
• Renewal of contract with Humane Society of Westchester for animal control ($33,750.00 first-quarter payment)
• Fire Officer training for two firefighters at a cost of $900.00

The City Council held a work session to review various legislative requests. Several items were moved to the agenda for further action, while others were pended or called for additional information.

• Moved budget transfer for Mayor's office to agenda
• Moved front end loader rental request to agenda
• Moved Youth Bureau contract with Westchester Community Health Center to agenda
• Moved American Red Cross partnership for 'Prepare Mount Vernon' event to agenda
• Moved Fire Department NYS Fire Academy training authorization to agenda
• Moved request to repeal § 147-2 of City Code to agenda
• Moved amendment to LL #5 of 1984 to agenda
• Moved Financial Empowerment Center agreements and grant acceptance to agenda

City Council Public Hearing

The Mount Vernon City Council held a public hearing on November 15, 2023. The meeting included a presentation regarding the Downtown Vision.

• Downtown Vision Presentation

Board of Estimate & Contract

The Board will consider resolutions to ratify a CSEA wage increase agreement and approve several Youth Bureau contracts for the Safe Place for Our Girls program. The meeting also includes reviewing the 2024 Proposed Annual Estimate and setting a date for its public hearing.

• Ratification of CSEA wage increase agreement
• Youth Bureau partnership agreements totaling $72,200
• Purchase of a Chevrolet Express 2500 Cargo Vehicle for $40,362
• Law Department settlements totaling $17,500
• Acceptance of the 2024 Proposed Annual Estimate

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several partnership agreements for the Mount Vernon Youth Bureau's Safe Place for Our Girls program. Additionally, the council is considering various public safety ordinances involving staff training and vehicle purchases.

• Youth Bureau: $30,000 contract with Organization Capacity Building (“OCB”) LLC
• Youth Bureau: $10,000 contract with Ten Media, LLC
• Youth Bureau: $20,000 contract with Kool Nerd Connect (“KNC”)
• Youth Bureau: $10,000 contract with A Believer's Story, Inc
• Public Safety: $40,362.00 purchase of a Chevrolet Express 2500 Cargo Vehicle

The City Council approved several Youth Bureau contracts, a CSEA wage increase amendment, and funding for an animal warden vehicle. The council also adopted resolutions honoring three individuals and approved a contract extension with Capital Markets, LLC.

• Approved CSEA Wage Increase Agreement Ordinance amendment (5-0)
• Approved Youth Bureau agreements with OCB LLC, L Ten Media LLC, Buttafly, and Kool Nerd (5-0)
• Approved $10K Youth Bureau agreement with The Believers (5-0)
• Approved AR-15/M4, Remington Shotgun, and Remington Rifle Armorer Course (5-0)
• Approved ARPA funding for Animal Warden Vehicle (5-0)
• Approved extension agreement with Capital Markets, LLC (5-0)
• Adopted resolutions honoring Rev. Dr. Edward Mulraine, Ralph Burts, and Ramona Jeanette Figueroa-Parker (5-0)
• Held TMP-200 regarding Policing Discussion at American University

City Council Work Session

The City Council is reviewing several partnership agreements for the Safe Place for Our Girls program. The session also includes discussions on public safety equipment, training, and zoning variances.

• Zoning variance for 127 S. Terrace Avenue
• Youth Bureau contracts totaling $72,200 for the Safe Place for Our Girls program
• Purchase of a Chevrolet Express 2500 Cargo Vehicle for $40,362.00
• Training costs of $2,300.00 for two Department of Public Safety members
• Temporary closure of Roosevelt Sq between No. 5th and No. 6th Avenues

Board of Estimate & Contract

The Board will review resolutions for public works, public safety, and planning initiatives. Items include approving demolition expenses, wage agreements, and new service contracts.

• Ordinances fixing final demolition expenses for multiple properties including 151 Union Avenue and 211 West 3rd Street
• Contract with Mercy University to operate the Mount Vernon Financial Empowerment Center
• CSEA wage increase agreement
• Purchase of Smart Cover technology for Public Works
• ARPA funding for a Chevrolet Express cargo van and conversion for the Animal Warden

The Board adopted several ordinances to fix final expenses for six property demolitions and approved an amendment to a tax amnesty resolution. It also authorized a contract for traffic analysis and the engagement of legal counsel. A CSEA wage increase agreement was held for language clarification.

• Approved final expenses for demolitions at 151 Union Ave, 211 W 3rd St, 213 S 3rd Ave, 404 S 1st Ave, 271 S 2nd Ave, and 119 S 1st Ave
• Approved amendment to Resolution #22 regarding tax amnesty (3-0)
• Approved bid for traffic analysis consulting services (3-0)
• Approved engagement of Vincent Volino PLLC as legal counsel (3-0)
• Approved purchase of Smart Covers for Public Works (3-0)
• Approved Tolemi Building Blocks digital platform renewal (3-0)
• Held request to purchase animal warden vehicle
• Held CSEA wage increase agreement for language clarification

City Council

The City Council held a special meeting to address legislation and public works. The agenda includes the Mayor's presentation of a CSEA wage increase agreement.

• CSEA Wage Increase Agreement

The Mount Vernon City Council held a special meeting on October 30, 2023. The council adopted a wage increase agreement with the CSEA. No other legislation was considered, and the meeting adjourned shortly after this vote.

• Adopted TMP-191 CSEA Wage Increase Agreement (4-0)

City Council

The City Council is considering several ordinances to fix final expenses and assessment rolls for various building demolitions. The agenda also includes a request to contract with Mercy University for a Financial Empowerment Center.

• Ordinances fixing demolition expenses and assessment rolls for 151 Union Avenue, 211 West Third Street, 213 South Third Avenue, 404 South First Avenue, 271 South Second Avenue, and 119 South First Avenue
• Contract with Mercy University to establish the Mount Vernon Financial Empowerment Center
• Purchase of Smart Covers for Public Works
• ARPA funding for a Chevrolet Express Cargo Van for the Animal Warden
• Public hearing dates for the Downtown Vision for Mount Vernon

The City Council adopted several ordinances to fix final expenses and assess rolls for demolitions at various South First, South Second, South Third, and Union Avenue properties. The Council also approved a public nuisance code amendment and set public hearing dates for the Downtown Vision presentation.

• Approved amendment to Public Nuisance declaration (4-1)
• Approved public hearing dates for Downtown Vision presentation (5-0)
• Approved purchase of a Chevrolet Cargo Van for Animal Warden (5-0)
• Approved purchase of Smart Cover technology (5-0)
• Approved renewal of Tolemi Building Blocks digital platform (5-0)
• Approved partnership with Mercy University for Financial Empowerment Center (4-0-1)
• Approved demolition expenses and roll assessments for 151 Union Ave, 211 W 3rd St, 213 S 3rd Ave, 404 S 1st Ave, 271 S 2nd Ave, and 119 S 1st Ave (5-0)
• Approved interview and interrogation training for Public Safety (5-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances to fix final expenses and assessment rolls for various building demolitions. The session also includes discussions on public safety training, vehicle conversions, and a contract with Mercy University.

• Ordinances fixing demolition expenses and assessment rolls for 151 Union Avenue, 211 West Third Street, 213 South Third Avenue, 404 South First Avenue, 271 South Second Avenue, and 119 South First Avenue
• Public Safety ARPA request for a Chevrolet Express Cargo Van with vehicle conversion
• Legislation to authorize a contract with Mercy University for the Mount Vernon Financial Empowerment Center
• Request for temporary closure of Roosevelt Sq between No. 5th and No. 6th Avenues
• Amendment to Ordinance #41 regarding American Christmas parking requests

Board of Estimate & Contract

The Board of Estimate & Contract will consider several departmental resolutions, including the purchase of an Emergency Command Vehicle using ARPA funds. The meeting also includes reviewing fund transfers for Public Works and accepting a bid for City Hall roof repairs.

• Purchase of Emergency Command Vehicle (ECV) via ARPA funding
• Bid acceptance for City Hall roof repair
• Fund transfer within Public Works to cover negative balances
• Reallocation of funds from Park Working Foreperson to Recreation Maintenance Foreperson
• Agreement with NYS Office of Children and Family Services

The Board of Estimate & Contract approved multiple operational requests, including emergency sewer repairs and the purchase of an ARPA-funded emergency command vehicle. The board also authorized various training courses for public safety personnel and a city-wide mapping contract. Two items regarding LED street signs and a roundabout water fountain were held.

• Approved bid for City Hall Roof Repair (3-0)
• Approved emergency repairs of sewer lines and sewer truck (3-0)
• Approved ARPA-funded purchase of Emergency Command Vehicle (3-0)
• Approved MRB contract for city-wide mapping (3-0)
• Approved 2023 Laserfiche Project Proposal for City Clerk (3-0)
• Approved agreement with NYS Office of Children and Family Services (3-0)
• Held request to purchase LED street signs (3-0)
• Held addendum for water fountain in roundabout

City Council

The Mount Vernon City Council is reviewing a resolution to establish a tax interest amnesty program for qualified property homeowners. The agenda also includes requests for emergency sewer repairs and the purchase of an emergency command vehicle using ARPA funds.

• Resolution establishing a Tax interest Amnesty Program for qualified property homeowners
• Emergency repairs of sewer lines and a sewer truck
• Purchase of an Emergency Command Vehicle (ECV) via ARPA funding
• Transfer of funds from Park Maintenance to Street Cleaning and Traffic budget
• Amendment to the Commercial Vehicle Parking code

The City Council adopted multiple measures including emergency sewer line repairs, a Laserfiche project for the City Clerk, and office space leases for the Youth Bureau. The council also approved a transfer of funds from park maintenance to street cleaning and traffic budgets.

• Approved emergency repairs of sewer lines and sewer truck (4-0)
• Approved 2023 Laserfiche Project Proposal for the Office of the City Clerk (4-0)
• Approved transfer of funds from Maintenance of Parks to Street Cleaning and Traffic budget (4-0)
• Approved Safe Place for Our Girls office space lease (4-0)
• Approved purchase of Emergency Command Vehicle (3-1)
• Approved appointment of Shayne Brown to Cable Advisory Board (4-0)
• Approved agreement between Youth Bureau and NYS OCFS (4-0)
• Approved Comptroller's Financial Policies and Procedures (4-0)

City Council Work Session

The Mount Vernon City Council is reviewing several legislative, public works, and safety items. Proposed discussions include a tax interest amnesty program for homeowners and the purchase of an Emergency Command Vehicle using ARPA funds. The session also covers solar permit adoption and departmental fund transfers.

• Tax interest amnesty program for qualified property homeowners
• Purchase of an Emergency Command Vehicle (ECV) using ARPA funds
• Amendment to Section 162-a-1 regarding the sale of commercial and multifamily tax liens
• Adoption of the NYS Unified Solar Permit Process
• Request to approve the 2023 Laserfiche Project Proposal for the City Clerk

The minutes list items reviewed during the work session, including requests for emergency vehicles, solar permit processes, and personnel training. The document does not record any final votes or decisions made on these items.

Board of Estimate & Contract

The Board is reviewing several resolutions including public safety training, youth bureau contracts, and street sign purchases. The agenda also includes a wage increase agreement for Teamsters.

• Swat Command Training
• Glock Armorer Course
• READY4Life Stevens Ave contract
• Kool Nerd Amendment
• LED Street signs purchase

The Board of Estimate & Contract unanimously approved a wage increase agreement for Teamsters Local 456, which will impact the 2024 budget. The board also approved contracts for public safety training, youth programs, and a postage machine renewal. A request to purchase LED street signs was held pending further information regarding state procurement laws.

• Approved Teamsters Local 456 wage increase agreement (3-0)
• Held LED street sign purchase pending state law review (3-0)
• Approved SWAT Command Training request (3-0)
• Approved Glock Armorer Course request (3-0)
• Approved READY4Life Stevens Ave renewal (3-0)
• Approved Cool Nerd amendment (3-0)
• Approved 8th Annual Pumpkin Festival (3-0)
• Approved Quarterly Resident Updates mailing (3-0)

City Council

The Mount Vernon City Council will review several items including a tax interest amnesty program for qualified property homeowners. The agenda also includes various public safety training requests and equipment purchases.

• Tax interest amnesty program for qualified property homeowners
• Wage increase agreement for 456 Teamsters
• Purchase of an ARPA-funded Emergency Command Vehicle (ECV)
• Amendments to the Chapter 24 Code of Ethics
• Purchase of LED street signs for various intersections

The City Council approved a wage increase agreement for Local 456 Teamsters and adopted an amendment to the Code of Ethics. Several public safety training requests and a contract for postage machines were also approved. A proposal for roundabout fountain repair was denied.

• Approved Local 456 Teamsters wage increase agreement (5-0)
• Adopted amendment to Chapter 24: Article 1 Code of Ethics (5-0)
• Denied roundabout fountain repair (2-2, 1 abstention)
• Approved purchase of LED street signs (5-0)
• Approved 8th Annual Pumpkin Festival (5-0)
• Approved training for East Coast Gang, SWAT Command, and Glock Armorer courses (5-0 each)
• Approved renewal of postage and folding machines contract (5-0)
• Determined Columbus Day will remain as is following lack of consensus on renaming

City Council Work Session

The City Council is reviewing several legislative items including street sign purchases, personnel training, and contract renewals. Discussion includes updates to the Code of Ethics and various departmental requests for professional development.

• Purchase of LED Street Signs for various intersections
• Repair of Roundabout Fountain
• Purchase of Emergency Command Vehicle (ECV) via ARPA funding
• Adopting the NYS Unified Solar Permit Process
• Amendments to Chapter 24: Article 1 'Code of Ethics'

The City Council held a work session to review various referrals. Most items, including public safety training and contract renewals, were moved to the agenda for future action; no final votes were recorded.

• Moved Teamsters Local 456 wage increase agreement to agenda
• Moved request for LED street signs to pending agenda
• Moved SWAT Command and Glock Armorer training requests to agenda
• Moved purchase of Emergency Command Vehicle to agenda
• Moved 2023 Laserfiche Project Proposal to second vote
• Moved NYS Unified Solar Permit Process to 'called for' status
• Moved postage and folding machine contract renewal to agenda
• Moved HUD 108 Loan Application to agenda