Albany mayor opens public hearing on proposed sewer tap‑in and impact fees; no public comments

Mayor Eileen McCarroll opened a public hearing in Albany, La., on Feb. 10, 2025, at 5:45 p.m. to discuss the possible adoption of proposed sewer tap‑in and impact fees for residential and commercial properties both inside and outside the town limits.

The hearing provided an opportunity for residents and other stakeholders to comment on the proposed fees. According to the meeting minutes, no one spoke during the public‑comment period; the record states the hearing closed at 6:00 p.m.

Council members identified in the minutes as present were Councilman Stewart, Councilman Glascock, Councilman Stilley, Councilman Onofry and Councilman Thomas. Town Clerk Joey Cooper and public‑safety officials Chief Boyd Wild and Lieutenant Vance Gardner were also listed as attending. The minutes do not record any formal motion, vote, or adoption of fees during the hearing.

The item under discussion was described in the minutes as “To discuss adoption of proposed sewer tap‑in and impact fees for residential and commercial for inside and outside city limits.” The minutes do not include dollar amounts, ordinance or resolution numbers, a proposed effective date, or a staff presentation transcript. The minutes include signatures for the clerk and mayor but do not record additional public testimony or council action on the proposal.

With no public comments recorded, the hearing concluded without a decision reflected in the minutes provided. Any next steps (for example, a council vote, additional public hearings, or the filing of a draft ordinance) were not specified in the minutes.