Albany County Council Appoints Members to Urban Systems Advisory Committee and Historic Preservation Board

The Albany County Commissioners held a regular meeting on July 15, 2025, addressing several key agenda items, including a catering permit application, board resignations, and committee appointments.

The meeting commenced with a motion to approve a catering permit for Altitude Chop House and Brewery, scheduled for July 19, 2025, from 11 AM to 5 PM at Lehigh Fox. The motion received unanimous support from the commissioners.

Next, the board acknowledged the resignation of Jessica Perry from the Albany County Public Library Board. The commissioners directed the clerk to advertise the vacancy, confirming that there is currently one opening on the board.

The meeting proceeded to discuss appointments to the Urban Systems Advisory Committee. The current members, Jory, Rob, and Terry, were recommended for reappointment. After a brief discussion, the motion to reappoint them was passed unanimously.

The commissioners then moved to appoint Damian Kirkwood to the Albany County Historic Preservation Board, which also received unanimous approval.

In concluding discussions, the board set a special meeting for August 4, 2025, at 10:30 AM to establish the mill levies. Following this, a work session was planned to discuss a specific purpose tax in collaboration with the city of Laramie and Rock River. The motion to schedule the special meeting was also unanimously approved.

Overall, the meeting highlighted the commissioners' ongoing efforts to manage county resources effectively and maintain community engagement through board appointments and special sessions.