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Thursday, July 19, 2012  Shirley Smith has lost her appeal in her case against former Albany city manager, Al Lott.

Monday, April 11, 2011  James Taylor has been named the new city manager Saturday.

Saturday, April 09, 2011  After spending over three hours with candidates and in executive session, the city has chosen its next city manager.

Monday, March 07, 2011  The Albany City Commission met today and received word that the number of candidates has been reduced from 61 to eight.

Friday, February 25, 2011  A farewell event was held Thursday evening for City Manager Al Lott who will start a new job in Washington D.C. on March 14, City officials, the Albany Fire Department and even Albany police attended the farewell gathering.

Wednesday, February 16, 2011  The assistant city manager, James Taylor, was named the interim city manager at today's city commission meeting.

Tuesday, February 15, 2011  Albany City Manager Al Lott bumps resignation day up.

Friday, February 11, 2011  Albany City Commissioner Roger Marietta says the job of city manager requires a person of strength and vision.

Tuesday, February 08, 2011  City Manager Al Lott announced that Suzanne Davis will be in charge of “super department”.

Wednesday, January 26, 2011  The public information officer of the city of Savannah confirms that Albany City Manager Al Lott is one of two finalists for the vacant city manager position.

Friday, January 14, 2011  City manager Al Lott is a finalist for the position of City Manager for the City of Savannah

Tuesday, January 04, 2011  The Albany businessman sheds light on his hiring experience with the City of Albany.

Monday, January 03, 2011  Is the third time a charm for Albany city officials to chose a Civic Center Director?

Wednesday, December 29, 2010  City officials say Jolivette's suspension was without pay, and they plan on keeping it that way.

Wednesday, December 22, 2010  The promise from Phoebe Hospital to meet Palmyra’s tax obligations is enough for some Albany and Dougherty County officials but others aren’t so sure. For county and city leaders, Phoebe’s acquisition of Palmyra boils down to one thing: tax revenue.