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Albany council adopts three resolutions to fund police building addition, gear and a unit
Summary
At its Nov. 11 meeting, the Town of Albany council unanimously adopted three resolutions — #007-2024, #008-2024 and #009-2024 — to pursue Act 776 and Act 4 funding for a police building addition, police gear and equipment, and a police unit; all passed 4–0 with one member absent.
The Town of Albany council on Nov. 11 adopted three resolutions to secure state-authorized funding for police needs, voting 4–0 with one member absent.
Resolution #007-2024 authorizes Act 776 funds for a building addition to the police department. Councilman Don Onofry moved the resolution and Councilman Jerry Glascock seconded; the motion carried with Councilmembers Kim Stewart, Jerry Glascock, Gerald Stilley and Don Onofry voting yes and J. Thomas absent.
Resolution #008-2024, also under Act 776, authorizes the purchase of police gear and equipment. Councilman Jerry Glascock moved and Councilman Don Onofry seconded the motion; the council voted to adopt the resolution by the same recorded tally.
Resolution #009-2024, carried under Act 4, supports establishing or funding a police unit. Councilman Gerald Stilley moved the resolution and Councilwoman Kim Stewart seconded; the council adopted it with the same 4–0 vote and one absence.
The minutes record no extended debate or amendments on the three resolutions; each motion passed on a recorded voice vote as documented in the meeting minutes. The council adjourned at 6:33 p.m.
Next procedural steps, funding amounts, timelines for construction or equipment purchases, and any implementing contracts were not specified in the minutes.
