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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.

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.

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

Thursday, September 09, 2010  The search for a new downtown manager is almost at an end, with the city releasing the names of the two finalists on Thursday. City officials say they’re eager to hire one of the candidates and get started on redeveloping downtown Albany.

Wednesday, August 04, 2010  Commissioners also heard from Albany Police Chief John Proctor who discussed the latest crime statistics in the city.  FOX 31’s Megan Naughton will have more on the meeting tonight at 6:30 and 10.

Tuesday, March 02, 2010  The City Commission will be updating its Personnel Management System.

Wednesday, December 30, 2009  A community activist donates clothing and other essential items to those in need.

Tuesday, November 17, 2009  Code Enforcement went before the City Commission Tuesday to ask for money to demolish more dilapidated structures.

Tuesday, June 16, 2009  An Albany store is trying afloat in this economy, but is finding it difficult because of the City's sign ordinance.

Monday, June 15, 2009  Albany City Manager Al Lott has decided to reverse an earlier decision and reinstate Assistant Fire Chief Robert Jolivette, who was terminated from the Albany Fire Department in April.

Friday, March 13, 2009  John A. Procter, currently employed with the City of Tallahassee as Deputy Police Chief, has emerged as the best qualified candidate for Chief of the Albany Police Department.