Albany County public meetings in 2023
17 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Albany County Fair Board
The Board is reviewing proposed 2024 regulation changes and the 2024 youth event schedule. Discussions include a potential three-year contract with Laramie Jubilee Days regarding facility use and reimbursement.
- Proposed $2,525.00 travel expense for training in Fort Worth, Texas
- Public hearing regarding 2024 ACF Regulation Changes
- Bid opening for surplus items
- Discussion of Laramie Jubilee Days 3-year contract and $15,000 annual reimbursement
- Update on Albany County Sheriff Office Shooting Range MOU
Albany County Fair Board
The Albany County Fair Board will hold a special meeting to discuss an outstanding invoice from Laramie Jubilee Days. The board will take action regarding the $29,101.91 payment for arena rent, stalls, and equipment used during July 2023.
- Laramie Jubilee Days invoice dated 9/12/2023 for $29,101.91
- Arena rent and lights for July 2023
- Stall rentals for horses, rodeo pen, and breeding beef barn
- Contracted rate for equipment and man hours totaling $15,000.00
- Credit applied from 2022 Hamaker Excavation invoice of -$6,762.09
Albany County Fair Board
The Board will review rental pricing for New Life Church and updates on the Sheriff Office shooting range MOU. Members will also discuss a bid for a new show arena and approve advertisements for surplus item bids.
- Discussion of New Life Church rental agreement, with an estimated actual value of $53,880.00 per year
- Bid opening for surplus items scheduled for December 11, 2023
- Discussion and approval of a bid for a new show arena
- Update on Albany County Sheriff Office Shooting Range MOU
- Review of New Life Church contracted rental prices
Albany County Fair Board
The Board is reviewing a request for proposals for a Long Range Development Plan and considering several equipment sales. Other business includes approving the final budget and discussing new memorandums of understanding for 4-H and the Laramie Soccer Club.
- Request for Proposals for a Long Range Development Plan due December 8, 2023
- Proposed sale of pedal tractors and trailer to William Wood for $1,000.00
- Proposed purchase of a new show arena set up from Livestock Equipment LLC
- Discussion of MOUs for 4-H storage and Laramie Soccer Club parking/maintenance
- Approval of the final budget as approved by the commissioners
Albany County Fair Board
The Board will review the Laramie Jubilee Days contract for the 2023 Rodeo and receive an update on the Albany County Sheriff Office Shooting Range MOU. Members will also consider rental arrangements for the LVRBA, 7220 Poultry Club, and New Life Church.
- Laramie Jubilee Days Contract for the 2023 Rodeo
- Albany County Sheriff Office Shooting Range MOU update
- Facility rental arrangements for LVRBA & 7220 Poultry Club
- New Life Church rental of facilities
- Approval of 2023 ACFJLS Commission
Albany County Fair Board
The Albany County Fair Board will meet to provide updates on the Junior Livestock Sale and the scale schedule for July 31. The board will also consider approving travel expenses for Taylor to attend RMAF, IAFE, and WAF conventions.
- Update and potential action on Junior Livestock Sale
- Review of scale schedule for July 31 (7AM - 2PM)
- Approval of convention registration, transportation, and hotel for Taylor
- Vote to cancel the August meeting
Albany County Fair Board
The Albany County Fair Board is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially take action on the 2023 Laramie Jubilee Days Facility Use contract. The board will also enter an executive session pursuant to W.S. §16-4-405(a)(ii).
- Laramie Jubilee Days Facility Use contract for 2023
Albany County Fair Board
The Board will interview candidates for 2023-2026 superintendent positions and consider increasing pay for species and assistant superintendents. Other business includes approving a seasonal job opening and an updated employee handbook.
- Interviews for 2023-2026 Albany County Fair Superintendents
- Proposed pay increase: $350 for one species, $400 for two species, and $250 for assistant superintendents
- Approval of one part-time seasonal job opening
- Action on updated Employee Handbook
- Approval of Electrical Solutions quote for crowsnest work
Albany County Fair Board
The Sale Committee met to review February minutes and the treasurer's report. The agenda includes updates on Show Screen and Combines, as well as new business regarding 'Boots on the ground'.
- Review and approve February meeting minutes
- Review and approve February 2023 Treasurer's Report
- Updates on Show Screen
- Updates on Combines
- Discussion of 'Boots on the ground'
Albany County Fair Board
The Board will review the budget presented to commissioners and discuss new rental and storage rates. Members will also consider shooting range agreements, Jubilee Days contracts, and various facility maintenance projects.
- Approval of the budget as presented to commissioners
- Discussion of new storage rates and rental rates for 2023
- Discussion of shooting range rental agreements and law enforcement MOU
- Discussion of Jubilee Days contract
- Approval of 1% letter for swine pen cost share and flooring quotes
Albany County Fair Board
The Albany County Fair Board is holding a special meeting to address specific business. The agenda includes approving a new date for the April meeting due to the Easter Monday holiday.
- Approval of new date for April Fair Board meeting
Albany County Fair Board
The Board is reviewing the 2023 Jubilee Days contract and potential sales of old swine pens. They are also considering updates to fair regulations and bank signature authorizations.
- Jubilee Days 2023 Contract discussion
- Sale of old swine pens to local exhibitors
- 2023-2024 regulation changes
- First Interstate Bank signature updates
Albany County Fair Board
The committee is reviewing updates for the Junior Livestock Sale, including new ideas for buyer groups and modernized promotional materials. Members are also discussing administrative changes regarding consignment forms and animal removal from fairgrounds.
- Discussion of 'Combines' to develop specialized buyer groups
- Proposal to discontinue wooden buyer plaques, except for specific grandfathered individuals
- Update on beef show minimum weight remaining at 1050lbs
- New rule requiring 4H/FFA members to submit consignment forms within one hour of showing
- Junior Livestock checking account balance of $40,455.99
Albany County Fair Board
The Board is reviewing updates to the 2023 County Fair schedule and livestock show regulations. Discussions include beef weight requirements, miniature cattle participation, and new competition additions.
- Addition of Smoker competition, tractor pull, and over the hill showmanship to 2023 schedule
- Proposed $2,000 contract for musical services by Eli Mosley
- Discussion on beef show minimum weight of 1050 lbs and removal of hip height calculations
- Decision to strike miniature cattle from the market show
- Opening of a position on the Junior Livestock Sale Committee
Albany County Fair Board
The committee is meeting to review previous minutes and treasurer reports. Discussion items include updates to fair regulations for sales and consignment, as well as planning for the upcoming 'Kids & Kritters' event.
- Review of Denver Sale of Champions implementation ideas
- Discussion of fair regulation updates for sale and consignment
- Proposed changes to buyer/supporter merchandise
- Review of Jr. Livestock checking balance of $40,455.99 and savings of $45,099.63
Albany County Fair Board
The Albany County Fair Board is holding a special meeting to discuss and take action on the regulations for the 2023-2024 fair season. The proposed regulations cover topics such as conduct, camping, animal exhibits, and eligibility for 4-H and FFA members.
- Discussion of 2023-2024 Fair Regulations
- Proposed $50.00 grievance fee
- Proposed $50.00 RV space fee for full hookup
- Proposed $1.00 stall fee per head for large animals
- Proposed $750.00 maximum fine for certain conduct violations
Albany County Fair Board
The Fair Board is reviewing new business including the 2023 award budget, photography bids, and a recreation grant. The meeting also addresses upcoming changes to livestock regulations and potential facility use by LCCC.
- Approve 2023 award budget for county fair
- Approve photography bid for 2023 county fair services
- Approve submission of Recreation Grant
- Discuss LCCC CDL course facility use
- Discuss 2023-2024 Fair Regulation Document