Albany County public meetings in 2023
81 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Commissioners
The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and does not list any specific items for discussion or decision.
Board of Commissioners
The provided agenda document contains only the meeting schedule and a list of associated files. No specific discussion items, proposed ordinances, or business matters are listed in the text.
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Albany County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider an amended zoning district amendment for the Prairie Sun area, including a public hearing and possible action. The commission will also review ongoing planning projects such as updates to sign and fencing regulations, the comprehensive plan, and wastewater aquifer protection rules. The agenda includes standard items like approving minutes and disclosures.
- Prairie Sun Zoning District Amendment ZDA-04-23 (amended) with public hearing and action
- Amendments to Zoning Resolution on outdoor signs
- Amendments to Platting and Subdivision Regulations on fencing
- Comprehensive Plan Update
- Wastewater Regulations Amendments for aquifer protection
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
Board of Commissioners
The provided agenda documents indicate a special meeting of the Albany County Board of Commissioners. The text does not list specific discussion items or decisions to be made.
Board of Commissioners
The provided document contains only the meeting header and a list of file names. No specific discussion topics, decisions, or proposals are listed in the text.
Rock River Town Council
The Rock River Town Council will hold a regular meeting to review reports from maintenance, water, and the treasurer. The agenda includes a public presentation by Sunrise Engineering and the review of vouchers.
- Maintenance report by Eric Clark
- Water Department report by Rick Stricklin
- Public presentation by Sunrise Engineering
- Review of vouchers
- Rescheduling of the January 2024 meeting
Rock River Town Council
The Rock River Town Council will hold a regular meeting to review reports from maintenance, water, and the treasurer. The agenda includes a public presentation by Sunrise Engineering and the review of vouchers.
- Maintenance report by Eric Clark
- Water Department report by Rick Stricklin
- Public presentation by Sunrise Engineering
- Review of vouchers
- Discussion to reschedule the January 2024 meeting
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is holding a regular meeting on November 21, 2023. The provided agenda documents do not list specific discussion items or decisions for this session.
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
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Albany County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and take action on two applications: a conditional use permit for a Union Wireless tower and a variance request from Lang. The commission will also consider amendments to subdivision and zoning regulations, including access, accessory dwelling standards, fencing, and signs, and discuss short-term rentals in Centennial.
- Union Wireless Tower Application (LUCT-01-23) - public hearing and action
- Lang Variance Request (VAR-01-23) - public hearing and action
- Amendments to Platting and Subdivision Regulations - Subdivision Access
- Amendments to Zoning Resolution - Accessory Dwelling Standards
- Discussion of Short-Term Rentals in Centennial
Board of Commissioners
The provided agenda document contains no specific items for discussion or decision. The record consists only of meeting time and document filenames.
Rock River Town Council
The Rock River Town Council will hold a regular meeting to review reports from maintenance, water, and the treasurer. The agenda includes public presentations from Sunrise Engineering and the Medicine Bow Conservation District.
- Review of October 2, 2023, meeting minutes
- Public presentation by Sunrise Engineering
- Public presentation by Medicine Bow Conservation District
- Discussion of building permits for Paula Schoelinger and Skip Voss
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Albany County Planning and Zoning Commission is holding a special meeting to consider amendments to the APOZ (Agricultural Protection Overlay Zone) boundary and text. The agenda includes a public hearing followed by a commission action on the proposed amendments.
- Public hearing on APOZ boundary and text amendments
- Commission action on APOZ amendments
- Amended agenda dated 10/25/2023
Board of Commissioners
The provided agenda documents list the meeting schedule and associated files for the Albany County Board of Commissioners. The available text does not specify individual discussion topics or decisions to be made.
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
Board of Commissioners
The provided documents consist of meeting materials and correspondence for the upcoming Board of Commissioners meeting. The agenda text itself does not list specific discussion items or decisions.
Rock River Town Council
The Rock River Town Council will hold a regular meeting to review reports from maintenance, water, and the treasurer. The agenda includes a public presentation by Sunrise Engineering and discussions regarding building permits and virtual training for council members.
- Public presentation by Sunrise Engineering
- Building permit for Grant Christensen
- Discussion of virtual training for council
Board of Commissioners
The provided agenda text is limited to the announcement of a special meeting. No specific discussion topics, decisions, or business items are listed in the document.
Board of Commissioners
The provided documents consist of meeting agendas and correspondence for the Albany County Board of Commissioners. The text does not list specific discussion items, proposed ordinances, or scheduled votes.
- Regular meeting scheduled for 6:00 P.M.
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Albany County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider public applications and amendments to county resolutions. They will take up the Palm Conditional Use Application and the Logan Zoning District Amendment, and hold a public hearing and action on amendments to the Platting and Subdivision Resolution regarding subdivision access. The commission will also discuss amendments to the Zoning Resolution for an Aquifer Protection Overlay Zone and Accessory Dwelling Standards, as well as fencing amendments, and discuss building and short-term rentals in Centennial.
- Palm Conditional Use Application CU-01-23 taken off the table
- Logan Zoning District Amendment ZDA-03-23
- Public hearing and action on Platting and Subdivision Resolution amendments - Subdivision Access
- Discussion of Zoning Resolution amendments - Aquifer Protection Overlay Zone and Accessory Dwelling Standards
- Discussion of building at 4th Street and Pine Street in Centennial and short-term rentals in Centennial
Board of Commissioners
The provided document is a weekly calendar for the Albany County Board of Commissioners. It contains no specific agenda items, proposals, or decisions for discussion.
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
Board of Commissioners
The provided agenda documents for the Albany County Board of Commissioners meeting do not contain specific items for discussion or decision. The record consists only of meeting time and file references.
Rock River Town Council
The Rock River Town Council will hold a regular meeting to review reports from maintenance, water, and the treasurer. The agenda includes a public presentation by Sunrise Engineering and the consideration of a building permit for a storage building add-on.
- Public presentation by Sunrise Engineering
- Building permit application for a Gallegos storage building add-on
- Review of August 7, 2023, meeting minutes
- Maintenance, Water, and Treasurer reports
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners has scheduled a regular meeting for 6:00 P.M. The provided agenda documents list the meeting date and associated correspondence but do not contain specific discussion items or proposed actions.
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Albany County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider a conditional use application and discuss several planning projects, including amendments to the APOZ (Albany County Planning and Zoning) boundary and wastewater regulations, accessory dwelling amendments, Howe Road, and the Laramie Growth Area Plan update. Public participation is available in person, via Zoom, or on YouTube.
- Palm Conditional Use Application CU-01-23
- Amendments to APOZ boundary and wastewater regulations
- Accessory Dwelling Amendments discussion
- Howe Road discussion
- Laramie Growth Area Plan update
Rock River Town Council
The Rock River Town Council will hold a regular meeting to review maintenance, water, and treasurer reports. The council will also consider building permits for 2-Chestnut and Taylor, and discuss rescheduling the September meeting due to Labor Day.
- Building permit: 2-Chestnut (fence)
- Building permit: Taylor (power line)
- Discussion to reschedule September meeting date
- Notice of Town Hall closure on September 4, 2023
Board of Commissioners
The provided documents for the Albany County Board of Commissioners meeting on August 1, 2023, consist of amended and final agenda files and correspondence. No specific meeting topics, discussions, or decisions are detailed in the provided text.
Board of Commissioners
The meeting consists of a work session for the Albany County Commissioners. The provided agenda materials consist only of weekly calendar documents.
- Review of weekly calendar documents
Board of Commissioners
The Albany County Board of Commissioners has scheduled a regular meeting for 6:00 P.M. on July 18, 2023. The provided agenda text contains only the meeting time and a list of associated documents.
- Regular meeting scheduled for 6:00 P.M.
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Albany County Planning and Zoning Commission is holding its regular meeting to consider public applications and ongoing planning projects. Key items include a public application for The Paddocks at Fort Sanders subdivision and discussions on proposed amendments to zoning sign regulations and subdivision ingress/egress rules. The meeting also includes updates on the CAPP and Laramie Growth Area Plan, along with routine agenda items like minutes approval and public comments.
- Public application: The Paddocks at Fort Sanders – Second Filing, Second Addition
- Proposed amendments to Albany County Zoning Resolution – Sign Regulations Revisions
- Proposed amendments to Albany County Platting and Subdivision Resolution – Ingress/Egress
- CAPP Update
- Laramie Growth Area Plan Update
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
Rock River Town Council
The Rock River Town Council will hold a regular meeting to review reports from maintenance, water, and the treasurer. The agenda includes a public presentation by Sunrise Engineering and discussion of new business.
- Building permit for a Stricklin concrete pad
- Proposed amendment to department head designations by the Mayor
- Liquor license hearing scheduled for July 26, 2023
- Notice of Town Hall closure on Tuesday, July 4th
Board of Commissioners
The provided agenda text contains only the meeting time and document references. No specific discussion items, proposals, or decisions are listed in the provided text.
Rock River Town Council
The Rock River Town Council will review maintenance, water, and treasurer reports. The council will also address a building permit for a concrete pad and a proposal by the Mayor to amend department head designations.
- Building permit for a Stricklin concrete pad
- Mayor's proposal to amend department head designations
- Notice of liquor license hearing scheduled for July 26, 2023
- Notice of Town Hall closure on Tuesday, July 4th
Board of Commissioners
The provided agenda text is limited to a notice for a special meeting of the Albany County Commissioners. The specific topics for discussion or decision are not listed in the provided text.
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is scheduled to hold a regular meeting on June 20, 2023. The provided agenda text contains only the meeting time and a list of associated documents without specific discussion items or proposed actions.
Rock River Town Council
The Rock River Town Council has called a special meeting for June 19, 2023. The sole purpose of this meeting is the final reading of the budget.
- Final reading of budget
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Albany County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss several ongoing planning projects, including amendments to zoning and subdivision resolutions, the Urban Systems Advisory Committee's street plan, and the Aquifer Protection Overlay Zone. No public applications are scheduled. The meeting is open for public participation in person, via Zoom, or on YouTube.
- Zoning Resolution Amendment on accessory dwellings
- Platting and Subdivision Resolution Amendment on fencing standards
- Urban Systems Advisory Committee Major Street Plan and project priority list
- Aquifer Protection Overlay Zone boundary and small wastewater systems discussion
- CAPP and Laramie Growth Area Plan updates
Board of Commissioners
The provided agenda contains only the weekly calendar and work session schedules. No specific discussion items, resolutions, or business matters are listed in the text provided.
Board of Commissioners
The provided document contains only meeting materials and agenda files. No specific discussion items, proposals, or decisions are listed in the text provided.
Rock River Town Council
The Rock River Town Council will conduct a second reading of the budget and discuss the difference between residential and commercial water rates. The meeting also includes the swearing in of new council members and the review of applications for the clerk and water operator positions.
- Second reading of the budget
- Discussion of residential versus commercial water rates
- Swearing in of new council members
- Review of clerk and water operator applications
- Setting of the third budget reading
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
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is holding a regular meeting on May 16, 2023. The provided agenda documents do not list specific discussion items or decisions for this session.
The board approved a resolution appointing the Natrona County District Attorney as special prosecutor in a criminal case due to a conflict of interest in the Albany County Prosecuting Attorney's Office. They also awarded a drug testing services contract to Foundations Counseling and Consulting, approved a $900,000 grant application for court diversion services, and approved $1,446,298.75 in payroll and vouchers. All votes were unanimous except for two items: the growth management plan contract extension (2-1, Jones nay) and the use of the county logo for a Town & Gown brochure (2-1, Jones nay).
- Approved Resolution 2023-012 appointing Natrona County DA as special prosecutor (3-0)
- Awarded drug testing contract to Foundations Counseling and Consulting (3-0)
- Approved $900,000 grant application for BJA Community Courts Initiative (3-0)
- Approved $1,446,298.75 in payroll and vouchers (3-0)
- Approved growth management plan contract extension (2-1)
- Approved use of county logo for Town & Gown brochure (2-1)
- Approved summer hours for Public Health (3-0)
- Approved 17 zoning certificates (3-0)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Albany County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and take action on its Rules of Practice and Procedure and the Growth Area Management Plan, and receive an update on the CAPP. The agenda includes no public applications. The meeting is open for in-person, Zoom, or YouTube participation.
- Public hearing and action on Planning and Zoning Rules of Practice and Procedure
- Public hearing and action on Growth Area Management Plan
- CAPP update
- Approval of minutes from April 12, 19, and 26 meetings
The Albany County Planning and Zoning Commission certified the Laramie Growth Area Plan with a recommendation for approval to the Board of County Commissioners, voting 3-1 with Commissioner Ben-David dissenting. The commission also certified the Casper Aquifer Protection Plan (CAPP) update as amended, directing staff to compile public comments for future regulation development. Several minor amendments were made to the CAPP, including deleting a paragraph and changing sewer line priorities.
- Certified Laramie Growth Area Plan with recommendation to BOCC (3-1)
- Certified CAPP update as amended to BOCC (unanimous)
- Directed staff to compile CAPP comments for APOZ regulation amendments (unanimous)
- Approved Rules of Practice and Procedure (unanimous)
- Deleted third paragraph in Starkey comments (unanimous)
- Changed sewer lines from high to low priority in Appendix E (unanimous)
- Changed 'Staples' to 'Leap' in Appendix E (unanimous)
- Took no action on Comment 8 regarding CAP Network data (unanimous)
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
Board of Commissioners
The provided agenda document contains no specific items for discussion or decision. The record only lists the meeting time and associated document filenames.
The Board passed a resolution formally objecting to the Britania Land Exchange in the Medicine Bow National Forest. Other actions included approving a zoning amendment for the Sixty Last district and awarding several county scholarships.
- Approved Resolution 2023-010 opposing the Britania Land Exchange (3-0)
- Approved Sixty Last Zoning District Amendment Application ZDA-01-23 (3-0)
- Approved $17,500 for Albany County Fairgrounds livestock pens (3-0)
- Approved $83,024 in budget allocations for Emergency Insect Management Grant (3-0)
- Approved $186,146.59 contract for Court Supervised Treatment Program (3-0)
- Approved $100,004.74 contract for Juvenile Drug Treatment Court (3-0)
- Approved nomination of H. Michael Bennett as Part-time Magistrate (3-0)
- Awarded 2023-2024 scholarships to Kathryn Mclrvin, Christian Taylor and Braelyn Fowler (3-0)
Rock River Town Council
The Rock River Town Council will conduct its regular meeting on May 1, 2023. Key agenda items include a public presentation regarding the Boswell Springs project and the first reading of the town budget.
- Public presentation by Sunrise Engineering and Innergex regarding the Boswell Springs project
- First reading of the budget
- Building permit for a Voss addition
- Election proclamation
- Notice of Town Hall closure on May 29th for Memorial Day
The council approved a total of $100,695.90 in vouchers, including bills, payroll, and credit card charges. One building permit for an addition was approved, and the mayor read the first reading of the annual appropriation ordinance for the next fiscal year.
- Approved $100,695.90 in vouchers (all ayes)
- Approved building permit for an addition (all ayes)
- Accepted April 3 and April 24, 2023 meeting minutes (all ayes)
- Accepted maintenance report (all ayes)
- Accepted water report (all ayes)
- Accepted treasurers report (all ayes)
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'
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Albany County Planning and Zoning Commission is holding a public hearing and discussion on the updated Casper Aquifer Protection Plan (CAPP), a joint City-County document to protect the region's drinking water source. The commission may recommend approval, propose amendments, or table the plan for further review. The plan was prepared by Stantec Consulting and incorporates public and technical input.
- Public hearing on the Casper Aquifer Protection Plan Update (February 17, 2023 version)
- Discussion and possible motion on the updated plan
- Plan prepared by Stantec Consulting Services, Inc. (Project No. 227704690)
- Joint project with City of Laramie; city planning commission to review amendments on April 24, 2023
- Options include approval, approval with amendments, substantive changes, or tabling
The Albany County Planning and Zoning Commission held a special meeting to consider the updated Casper Aquifer Protection Plan (CAPP) Version 5.0. After a public hearing, the commission voted unanimously to incorporate all amendments approved by the City Planning Commission on April 24, 2023, into the plan, and also accepted amendments to Appendices H and K. The meeting was procedural, with no other substantive decisions made.
- Closed public hearing on Casper Aquifer Protection Plan update (unanimous)
- Incorporated all City Planning Commission amendments into CAPP Version 5.0 (unanimous)
- Accepted amendments to Appendix H and Appendix K (unanimous)
Rock River Town Council
The Rock River Town Council is holding a special meeting to review bids for a new cold storage building. The council will decide whether to accept or reject the submitted bid.
- Decision on bid for new cold storage building
The Rock River Town Council held a special meeting on April 24, 2023, with Mayor CJ Leslie and council members Bobbie Bowers and Skip Voss present. The council unanimously approved a bid from Adventure Construction Inc for $360,680.00 to build a new cold storage building. No other substantive business was conducted, and the meeting adjourned at 7:05 p.m.
- Approved $360,680.00 bid from Adventure Construction Inc for new cold storage building (unanimous)
Planning & Zoning Commission
This is a special meeting of the Albany County Planning and Zoning Commission. The agenda consists of training led by the Deputy County Attorney and Planning Director, followed by an executive session. No public hearings or decisions on specific projects are scheduled.
- Commission training by Deputy County Attorney Matt Ayres and Planning Director David Gertsch
- Executive session under Wyoming statute W.S. 16-4-405(a)(ix)
The Albany County Planning and Zoning Commission met for a special session, approved its agenda, and received a training presentation from staff. The commission then entered executive session and adjourned without taking any substantive votes or making any decisions.
- Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
- Entered executive session (unanimous)
Board of Commissioners
The provided agenda documents list the scheduled meeting for the Albany County Board of Commissioners. The specific items for discussion or decision are not detailed in the provided text.
The Board affirmed its earlier approval of Valley's End LLC's petition to vacate portions of First Street and Maple Avenue in Centennial, requiring a survey and directing staff to draft documents. It also approved ARPA funding for Feeding Laramie Valley, a road use agreement with Boswell Wind LLC, and numerous other contracts and expenditures.
- Affirmed petition to vacate portions of First Street and Maple Avenue in Centennial (2-0)
- Approved Second Amendment to Shepard Construction contract, extending meeting room remodel to June 2, 2023 (2-0)
- Approved Road Use Agreement with Boswell Wind LLC for wind project roads (2-0)
- Approved revised ARPA funding request for Feeding Laramie Valley (2-0)
- Approved First Amendment to ARPA funding agreement with Feeding Laramie Valley (2-0)
- Approved Resolution 2023-009 allocating $110,250 TANF-CPI funds to sub-recipients (2-0)
- Approved $107,702.56 application for Emergency Management Radio Tech position (2-0)
- Approved April 2023 payroll and vouchers totaling $1,502,709.49 (2-0)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Albany County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold its regular meeting on April 12, 2023. The main item is the Sixty Last Zoning District Amendment (ZDA-01-23), which was tabled at the March meeting after a 2-2 vote. The commission will also discuss updates to the Zoning Resolution regarding accessory dwellings, the Casper Aquifer Protection Plan (CAPP), and the Growth Area Management Plan.
- Sixty Last Zoning District Amendment (ZDA-01-23) – tabled at March meeting, to be revisited
- Zoning Resolution Amendment – Accessory Dwellings (discussion)
- CAPP Update (update/discussion)
- Growth Area Management Plan (update/discussion)
- Urban Systems Advisory Committee Appointment – revisit
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
Board of Commissioners
The provided document for the Albany County Board of Commissioners meeting on April 4, 2023, contains only administrative file names and no specific agenda items or discussion topics.
Rock River Town Council
The Rock River Town Council will hold a regular meeting to review reports from maintenance, water, and the treasurer. The council will also consider open bids for a cold storage building and schedule a budget workshop.
- Open bids for cold storage building
- Set budget workshop
- Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Proclamation
- Sunrise Engineering public presentation
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
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners has scheduled a regular meeting for 6:00 P.M. The provided agenda documents consist of the meeting agenda and correspondence.
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Albany County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a zoning district amendment (ZDA-01-23) to change two parcels at 276 Iroquois Street and 4137 Fort Buford Lane from Small Lot Residential to Commercial. Staff recommends approval, citing compatibility with surrounding uses. The commission will also receive updates on the CAPP, Growth Area Management Plan, and bylaws, and will discuss and appoint a member to the Urban Systems Advisory Committee.
- Public hearing on ZDA-01-23: rezoning 276 Iroquois Street and 4137 Fort Buford Lane from Small Lot Residential to Commercial
- Staff recommends approval of the zoning change
- Update on CAPP (Comprehensive Plan) project
- Discussion on Bylaws/Rules of Procedure
- Appointment of a member to the Urban Systems Advisory Committee
Board of Commissioners
The provided document is a weekly calendar for the Albany County Board of Commissioners. The agenda contains no specific items for discussion or decision.
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
Board of Commissioners
The provided agenda documents list the meeting schedule and associated files for the Albany County Board of Commissioners. No specific discussion items, resolutions, or business matters are detailed in the text provided.
Rock River Town Council
The Rock River Town Council will hold a regular meeting to review reports from maintenance, water, and the treasurer. The agenda includes a public presentation by Sunrise Engineering and a review of vouchers.
- Maintenance report by Eric Clark
- Water Department report by Rick Stricklin
- Treasurer's report by Jody Gallegos
- Public presentation by Sunrise Engineering
- Review of vouchers by Andrea Lamb
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
Board of Commissioners
The provided agenda documents list the scheduled meeting for the Albany County Board of Commissioners. The available text does not contain specific discussion items, proposed ordinances, or contract details.
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
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Albany County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting with no public applications scheduled. The agenda consists of updates and discussions on the Growth Area Management Plan, CAPP update, bylaws/rules of procedure, accessory dwelling units, and transmission lines, plus election of officers and introduction of a new member.
- Growth Area Management Plan update/discussion
- CAPP update/discussion
- Bylaws/Rules of Procedure discussion
- Accessory Dwelling Units discussion
- Transmission Lines discussion
The Commission elected a Chair and Vice Chair and held discussions on several planning projects, including the Growth Area Management Plan and Accessory Dwelling Units. No public applications were reviewed during the meeting. The Commission also scheduled a training session for April 19, 2023.
- Approved February 8, 2023 agenda (unanimous)
- Approved January 11, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved January 30, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
- Elected Hinckley as Chair (unanimous)
- Elected Platt as Vice Chair (unanimous)
- Scheduled Commission training for April 19, 2023
Board of Commissioners
The provided agenda text contains only the meeting time and title. No specific discussion items, resolutions, or business matters are listed in the document.
The Board approved several sponsorship requests for local recreation organizations totaling over $105,000 and authorized two subdivision plats and a tower application. A request to annex a portion of Bill Nye Avenue into the City of Laramie was denied.
- Approved $105,348.34 in recreation project priorities for FY 2024 (3-0)
- Denied annexation of Bill Nye Avenue into the City of Laramie (0-3)
- Approved Fluty and Einspahr subdivision plats and permits (3-0)
- Approved Commnet - Centennial Tower application (3-0)
- Approved $24,995.00 for workstations and laptops from Lewan Technology (3-0)
- Approved $20,000.00 agreement for Volunteer Fire Department equipment (3-0)
- Approved $4,902.65 for generator repairs from 1% funds (3-0)
- Appointed Merav Ben-David to Planning and Zoning Commission (2-1)
Rock River Town Council
The Town Council will review maintenance, water, and treasurer reports. The agenda includes a public presentation by Sunrise Engineering regarding a proposal for a possible cold storage building.
- Sunrise Engineering proposal for a possible cold storage building
- Review of January 06, 2023, meeting minutes
- Election nomination period reminder ending February 17
- Town Hall closure for Presidents Day on February 20
The council approved a proposal from Sunrise Engineering to provide specifications for a cold storage building bid. The council also approved various department reports and paid $31,945.82 in vouchers, bills, and payroll.
- Approved $10,500 proposal for Sunrise Engineering cold storage building specs (all ayes)
- Approved payment of vouchers, bills, and payroll totaling $31,945.82 (all ayes)
- Accepted January 09, 2023, meeting minutes (all ayes)
- Accepted Maintenance Department report (all ayes)
- Accepted Water/Wastewater Department report (all ayes)
- Accepted Treasurer's report (all ayes)
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
Board of Commissioners
The provided documents consist of meeting materials and correspondence for the January 17, 2023, meeting. The agenda text does not list specific discussion items, proposals, or decisions.
The Board of County Commissioners voted 2-1 to approve Resolution 2023-004, continuing the temporary freeze on new subdivision permit applications and zoning district amendment applications within the Aquifer Protection Overlay Zone for up to 120 days from December 20, 2022. The board also approved several agreements, including a cooperative road closure agreement with Wyoming Highway Patrol, two court treatment program grant applications, and a contract amendment for psychiatric nurse practitioner services. A petition to vacate portions of First Street and Maple Avenue in Centennial was tabled.
- Approved Resolution 2023-004 continuing aquifer protection moratorium (2-1, Jones nay)
- Approved cooperative agreement with WYDOT/WHP for road closure gate duties, $65/hour up to $50,000
- Approved $233,866.50 grant application for adult court supervised treatment program
- Approved $88,301.04 grant application for juvenile integrated treatment program
- Accepted viewing report on Valley's End LLC petition to vacate streets in Centennial
- Tabled petition to vacate portions of First Street and Maple Avenue in Centennial
- Approved $37,820 amendment to Homeland Security grant for mobile radio
- Approved first amendment to contract with Education Health Center for psychiatric nurse practitioner services
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Albany County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and take action on three applications: the Fluty Subdivision, the Einspahr Subdivision, and the Commnet Centennial Tower. The commission will also consider amendments to platting and subdivision regulations, discuss wind energy system regulations, and receive updates on the CAPP and Growth Area Management Plan.
- Fluty Subdivision SD-09-22 public hearing and action
- Einspahr Subdivision SD-12-22 public hearing and action
- Commnet Centennial Tower Application LUCT-01-22 public hearing and action
- Amendments to the Platting and Subdivision Regulations public hearing and action
- Wind Energy Conversion System Regulations - Environmental Advisory System Amendments
The Albany County Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval of the Fluty Subdivision (SD-09-22), Einspahr Subdivision (SD-12-22), and Commnet Centennial Tower (LUCT-01-22) to the Board of County Commissioners. The commission also approved amendments to the Platting and Subdivision Regulations, striking a financial assurance provision and recommending the amended resolution. No action was taken on wind energy regulation changes or the Growth Area Management Plan.
- Recommended approval of Fluty Subdivision Preliminary and Final Plat (SD-09-22) (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of Einspahr Subdivision Final Plat (SD-12-22) (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of Commnet Centennial Tower (LUCT-01-22) (unanimous)
- Approved amendments to Platting and Subdivision Regulations, striking Chapter 5, Section 2, B, 3 (unanimous)
- Recommended amended Platting and Subdivision Regulations to Board of County Commissioners (unanimous)
- Set 2023 regular meetings for 5:00 p.m. on second Wednesday of month
Rock River Town Council
The Rock River Town Council will hold a regular meeting to review reports from maintenance, water, and the treasurer. The agenda includes a public presentation by Sunrise Engineering and an election proclamation.
- Maintenance report by Eric Clark
- Water Department report by Rick Stricklin
- Treasurer's report by Jody Gallegos
- Public presentation by Sunrise Engineering
- Election proclamation
The Rock River Town Council held a routine meeting, approving minutes, department reports, vouchers, and the municipal election proclamation for May 2, 2023. No substantive policy decisions were made; all actions were routine approvals.
- Approved December 5, 2022 meeting minutes (all ayes)
- Accepted maintenance department report (all ayes)
- Accepted water/wastewater department report (all ayes)
- Accepted treasurer's report (all ayes)
- Approved payment of all vouchers totaling $31,710.18 (all ayes)
- Accepted election proclamation for May 2, 2023 municipal election (all ayes)
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
Board of Commissioners
The provided meeting materials consist only of agenda document files without listed discussion items or actions. No specific business, proposals, or decisions are documented in the text provided.
The Albany County Board of Commissioners held a special meeting on January 5, 2023, with all three commissioners present. They approved a directive to publish amendments to the Albany County Zoning Resolution pertaining to the Aquifer Protection Overlay Zone, with Commissioner Jones voting against. No public comments were received, and no other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved directive to publish amendments to Albany County Zoning Resolution for Aquifer Protection Overlay Zone (2-1, Jones nay)
Board of Commissioners
The provided agenda text contains only meeting materials and document listings. No specific discussion items, proposals, or decisions are listed in the provided text.
The Board approved the Fluty variance request and the Howell Acres subdivision final plat, along with a subdivision permit. It also approved a road use agreement with Rock Creek Wind, contracts for marketing and attorney services, and a resolution setting 2023 holidays. A grant agreement for a historic district nomination was tabled, and the board allocated up to $15,000 for sheriff's office investigations.
- Approved Fluty Variance Application VAR-01-22 (3-0)
- Approved Howell Acres Subdivision Final Plat SD-08-22 and subdivision permit (3-0)
- Approved Road Use Agreement with Rock Creek Wind, LLC (3-0)
- Approved contract with ADBAY.COM for public health marketing plan (3-0)
- Approved three contracts with Bennett Law Group for attorney services (3-0 each)
- Tabled grant agreement for West Side Neighborhood historic nomination (3-0)
- Approved Resolution 2023-001 setting 2023 holidays and business hours (3-0)
- Allocated up to $15,000 for sheriff's office investigations (3-0)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Albany County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider amendments to the Aquifer Protection Overlay Zone (APOZ) regulations. The amendments update definitions, boundary amendment procedures, and prohibited activities to protect the Casper Aquifer, which supplies water to Laramie and rural residences. The commission will then vote on whether to recommend the changes to the Board of County Commissioners.
- Public hearing on amendments to APOZ regulations (ZA-02-22)
- Amendments update definitions, including 'Vulnerable Feature' and 'Hazardous Material'
- Changes to APOZ boundary amendment and exclusion procedures
- Updated Table of Prohibited Activities within the APOZ
- Consideration of amendments after the hearing
The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved amendment ZA-02-22 to the Aquifer Protection Overlay Zone Regulations, certifying it to the Board of County Commissioners. The commission also voted unanimously to include seven specified technical reports in the decision-making record. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved amendment ZA-02-22 to the Aquifer Protection Overlay Zone Regulations (unanimous)
- Certified the amendment to the Board of County Commissioners (unanimous)
- Included seven technical reports in the decision-making record (unanimous)