Albany County Legislature

www.AlbanyCountyNY.gov/legislature

Albany County was incorporated in 1683 and is the oldest continuing settlement in the nation. Located on the west bank of the Hudson River, Albany County is approximately 135 miles directly north of New York City and has an area of about 540 square miles. Albany County contains three cities, ten towns and six villages, with a total population of nearly 300,000.

The Albany County Legislature serves as the County's policy-making body. The Legislature comprises 39 County Legislators who are elected to four-year terms to represent the citizens residing in a Legislative District.

The County Legislature meets on the second Monday of every month. Prior to each monthly meeting, the Legislature holds a Public Forum to allow the public to speak on issues which may come before the Legislature.