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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Mount Vernon public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Proposed Water Rate Increase
The Board of Water Supply is proposing a 17% increase in water rates to offset a $1.6 million annual increase in wholesale water purchase costs from New York City and Westchester County.
Sanitation and Garbage Collection Services
Residents voiced frustration over missed garbage collection and administrative responsiveness, threatening press conferences if services are not reliably delivered.
Sanitation Fleet Upgrade and Cash Flow Management
The city is purchasing two new sanitation trucks using local funds while waiting for state CHIPS reimbursements. City leaders raised cash flow concerns and stressed the need for strict paperwork deadlines to ensure timely payback.
Website Accessibility and Public Notice Compliance
Board members and staff discussed improving meeting notice transparency and streamlining the city's digital interface so residents can easily find agendas and documents.
Municipal Software Upgrades and ERP Implementation
The city is upgrading its internal software systems, including sewer management and enterprise resource planning software through Tyler Technologies, to improve financial oversight and department coordination.