Campbell County public meetings in 2024

BOC - Lodging Tax Board Meeting

The Joint Powers Lodging Tax Board will review FY 2024‑25 and calendar‑year 2024 year‑to‑date financial figures. It will also report on the balance of the 10% MOU account. The primary discussion item is the failure to renew the 2% lodging tax.

• FY 2024‑25 and CY 2024 year‑to‑date financial figures
• Balance of the 10% MOU account
• Discussion of the 2% lodging tax renewal failure

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners met jointly with the Lodging Tax Board on December 19, 2024. They received an update on lodging tax figures and discussed the failure of the 2% lodging tax renewal. No formal action was taken by the commissioners.

• No action taken on 2% lodging tax renewal failure
• Received update on Lodging Tax FY 2024-2025 and CY 2024 YTD figures

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will review several board appointments and a proposal to dissolve the South Douglas Highway Water & Sewer District. The meeting includes a consent agenda with various budget transfers and the approval of the 2025 meeting schedule.

• Dissolution of South Douglas Highway Water & Sewer District
• Budget transfers including $86,439.99 for Children's Developmental Services vehicles
• Sole source purchase for Special Response Unit armor, helmets, and shields
• Questica Budget Management Software Agreement
• Amendment to the 2025 Regular Meeting Schedule

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners approved several major items, including a $1,017,000 federal grant for the Southside Hangar Development at the Northeast Wyoming Regional Airport, a medical services contract with Direct Family Care for inmate healthcare, and a $433,374.70 budget management software agreement with Questica LTD. They also approved a sole source purchase of ballistic equipment for the Sheriff's Office Special Response Unit, a $60,400 Emergency Management Performance Grant, and appointments to the Airport Board. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $1,017,000 federal grant for Southside Hangar Development (unanimous)
• Approved Direct Family Care medical services contract for Detention Center inmates (unanimous)
• Approved $65,672.82 sole source purchase of ballistic shields, helmets, and body armor for Sheriff's Special Response Unit (unanimous)
• Approved $60,400 Emergency Management Performance Grant with $60,400 local match (unanimous)
• Approved $433,374.70 Questica LTD budget software contract for 5 years (unanimous)
• Accepted Elgin Faber's resignation from Airport Board; appointed Hugh Bennett and Michael Wenz (unanimous)

General

County directors are meeting to discuss staffing changes in the Commissioners and Public Works offices. The agenda also includes a discussion on Questica Budget Management Software and a Fire Board update workshop.

• Commissioners Office staffing changes
• Public Works staffing changes
• Questica Budget Management Software
• Fire Board Update workshop

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners held a directors meeting with updates and discussions but took no formal votes or decisions. Staffing updates were provided, including the resignation of Public Works Director Matt Olsen effective January 3, 2025, and a discussion on proposed Questica budgeting software. The meeting also included a workshop on 2024 wildfires with the fire department.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the meeting
• Noted Public Works Director Matt Olsen's resignation effective January 3, 2025
• Discussed proposed Questica budgeting software (no action taken)
• Held workshop on 2024 wildfires with Campbell County Fire Department

Board of Commissioners - Special Meeting

The agenda for this meeting contains only procedural boilerplate. No specific items for decision or discussion are listed.

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners held a special town hall meeting to address issues related to the 2024 summer wildfires and explore future solutions. Public comment was given, and commissioners provided responses, but no formal decisions were made. The meeting was adjourned after the discussion.

• Held town hall on summer wildfires (no formal action)

BOC - Public Land Board Meeting

The Campbell County Public Land Board will meet to discuss maintenance concerns or issues affecting public lands. The board will also consider a justification for filling a vacancy in the Commissioner’s Office. No decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Maintenance concerns/issues
• Position vacancy justification for Commissioner’s Office

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners met with the Public Land Board on December 11, 2024. They approved the Position Vacancy Justification for an Administrative Assistant in the Commissioners Office. Other items were procedural or discussion-only, including recognizing CAM-PLEX employees and discussing maintenance priorities.

• Approved Position Vacancy Justification for Administrative Assistant (all aye)

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider several budget line item transfers for the airport and children's services. The meeting includes reviews of opioid settlement payments and grant applications for airport pavement maintenance and economic resilience.

• Airport budget transfers totaling $415,673 for a taxilane, utilities, and a weather station
• Reallocation of $35,000 for Trimble Base Station and radios at the landfill
• Opioid settlement payments received from multiple distributors, including $130,087.20 from Walmart
• Grant applications for Runway 16/34 Pavement Maintenance and the BRECC Action Challenge Team
• Bid award for Children's Center SUVs

General

The Campbell County Board of Directors will receive updates from Information Technology Services, Human Resources, Public Works, and Road & Bridge departments. The Office of Commissioners will discuss a town hall meeting on summer wildfires and the Questica budgeting software. A workshop will be held to discuss street racing on Little Powder Road. No formal decisions are noted in the agenda.

• Information Technology Services updates
• Human Resources updates
• Public Works updates
• Road & Bridge updates
• Workshop on street racing on Little Powder Road

BOC - Parks & Recreation Board Meeting

The Parks & Recreation Board will consider a resolution for special prosecution as an action item. The board will discuss workshop dates for grounds maintenance at non‑park facilities. It will also review future department needs, including the Campbell County Ice Arena, Spirit Hall, and a gym floor update.

• Resolution for Special Prosecution (action item)
• Grounds Maintenance at Non‑Parks Facilities – workshop dates (discussion)
• Future Department Needs – Campbell County Ice Arena (discussion)
• Future Department Needs – Spirit Hall (discussion)
• Future Department Needs – Gym floor update (discussion)

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider several budget line item transfers and subaward agreements for community services. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding a liquor license and a proclamation for Wreaths Across America.

• Public hearing for liquor license - Cindy Lovelace
• Contract amendment for New Life Wesleyan Church as fiscal sponsor for Blessings in a Backpack
• Budget transfers including $19,791.00 for Airport equipment
• Hand warrants totaling $776,177.50 for CCEHBT Health/Dental/Aflac
• FY25 Community Service Block Grant and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families subaward agreements

Directors Meeting

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners will hold an informational discussion on several administrative topics, including executive session confidentiality, employee start dates, the FY2023‑2024 audit update, and grounds maintenance for county facilities. A specific discussion item concerns the CAM‑PLEX dual arenas project. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• CAM-PLEX Dual Arenas Discussion
• Executive Session Confidentiality
• Audit FY2023-2024 Update
• Grounds Maintenance on County Facilities
• Employee Start Dates

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board will vote on a contractor agreement with Norton Construction, Inc. to fund playground upgrades for the Campbell County Children’s Developmental Services Center at $440,000. It will also consider several budget line‑item transfers totaling a few thousand dollars and review multiple grant and lease agreements related to the airport, a landfill, and a road‑bridge lease with Gillette College. Additional items include a property divestment bid award for 486 N. Garner Lake Road and a Veterans Day fireworks resolution.

• Contractor Agreement – Norton Construction, Inc. for Children’s Developmental Services Center Playground Upgrades, $440,000
• Landfill Loaders Bid Award – Matt Olsen
• Airport Certificate of State Grant‑in‑Aid for NAVAID Maintenance – Shelly Besel
• Airport Certificate of State Grant‑in‑Aid for South Side Hangar Development – Todd Chatfield
• County Property Divestment Bid Award – 486 N. Garner Lake Road

General

The Campbell County Board of Directors will review updates from several departments, including IT, HR, Public Works, Road & Bridge, and the Office of Commissioners. Key public‑works items are the subdivision plat for a fire training center and amendment agreements for Bishop Road. The Office of Commissioners will address veterans transportation and a memorandum of understanding for economic development. An executive session will be held for matters exempt from public disclosure.

• Subdivision plat for a Fire Training Center (Public Works)
• Bishop Road amendment agreements (Public Works)
• Veterans Group transportation update (Office of Commissioners)
• Memorandum of Understanding regarding Campbell County Economic Development (Office of Commissioners)
• Information Technology Services updates (IT Services)

Board of Commissioners - Special Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to discuss a construction agreement for playground upgrades at the Children’s Developmental Services Center. The meeting also includes an executive session to discuss personnel matters.

• Proposed $440,000 contract with Norton Construction, Inc. for Children’s Developmental Services Center Playground Upgrades

BOC - Airport Board Meeting

The Airport Board is meeting to conduct an executive session. The session is designated for the discussion of pending or potential litigation.

• Executive session regarding pending or potential litigation

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners will vote on a $605,000 capital transfer to fund protective cover material for the North Landfill Phase IV‑A construction. It will also consider numerous budget line item transfers for miscellaneous expenses, library materials, and public works grant projects. Additional agenda items include presentations of two bid proposals for the County Property Divestment on 486 N. Garner Lake Road, an audit report for the year ending June 30, 2023, and an affiliate agreement with the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force.

• Capital request: transfer $605,000 from Capital Outlay-Land Improv/Parks to North Landfill Phase IV‑A construction
• Budget line item transfers: $1,632.47 (Miscellaneous Expense), $200.00 (Library Books & Printed Materials), multiple District Support Grants totaling over $50,000 for road and water projects
• County Property Divestment Bid Proposal Presentations for 486 N. Garner Lake Road
• Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force Affiliate Agreement presentation
• Campbell County Audit report for year ending June 30, 2023

BOC - Museum Board Meeting

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners will discuss possible renovations to the Rockpile Museum. They will also consider matters related to museum staffing.

• Potential Museum Renovations
• Museum Staffing Discussion

General

The managers will discuss open enrollment, a Halloween trick-or-treat event on Gillette Main Street, upcoming board training dates, and an audit update. Commissioners will review signage proposals for Northern and Garner Lake Roads and a proposal for Jocelynn Avenue under the interstate. A quarterly investment report will be presented, followed by an executive session on security and legal matters.

• Open Enrollment – presented by Brandy Elder
• Halloween & Trick-or-Treat Gillette Main Street – presented by Brandy Elder
• Board Training scheduled for Nov 13 (5:30‑8:00 PM) and Nov 14 (9:00‑11:30 AM) – Leslie Perkins
• Jake Brakes signage for Northern/Garner Lake Rd – Chairman Shelstad
• Jocelynn Avenue under Interstate – Matt Olsen

Board of Commissioners - Special Meeting

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners will consider a change order to the contract for constructing Cell IV‑A at Landfill No. 2. The meeting also includes a discussion of personnel matters. Both items are scheduled for the special meeting on October 8, 2024.

• Landfill No. 2 Phase IV‑A cell construction contract change order
• Personnel matters

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will discuss several district support grants and a public hearing regarding proposed 2024 amendments to Chapter 6 Subdivision and Chapter 7 Zoning Regulations. The body is also reviewing various contracts, land transfers, and personnel vacancy justifications.

• Public hearing on proposed 2024 amendments for Chapter 6 Subdivision and Chapter 7 Zoning Regulations
• Contract amendment for Children's Developmental Services increasing federal portion by $10,000
• Grazing lease with Zebroski Brothers Cattle Company LLC for $10,500
• Land conveyance from Gillette College Foundation for a tract in Gillette College Rodeo Subdivision
• District Support Grants for Box N Ranch Rd, Brunsen Road, Means First Extension Water & Sewer, Oriva Hills, Overbrook, Rafter D, and Rustic Hills ISDs

The board approved Resolution 3080 adopting the 2024 Wyoming Region 1 Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan, and approved amendments to Chapter 6 Subdivision Regulations and Chapter 7 Zoning Regulations. It also approved eight district support grants funded by the Optional One Percent Sales Tax, totaling $45,297.46, for road improvements and maintenance in various service districts. The board approved two Early Head Start awards totaling $453,581, including $86,440 for two vehicles. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Resolution 3080 adopting 2024 Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan (5-0)
• Approved Chapter 6 & 7 zoning/subdivision amendments (5-0)
• Approved 8 district support grants totaling $45,297.46 (5-0)
• Approved Early Head Start award $367,141 with $91,785 match (5-0)
• Approved Early Head Start vehicle purchase $86,440 (5-0)
• Approved Lot 1 Seymour Subdivision easement vacation (5-0)
• Approved Powder River Energy easement agreement (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 3081 appointing AG to handle conflict case (5-0)

Directors Meeting

The Board of Commissioners and department directors are meeting to discuss county operations. Key topics include public works projects, road use requests, and board vacancies.

• Proposed addition of Cheatgrass to State Noxious Weed List
• Hand Ballot Counting Test Trial
• Easements for Cyclone Drilling Project
• Centennial Grazing Lease
• Road Closure/Special Use Request

BOC - Public Health Board Meeting

The Public Health Board will discuss new health programs, including a blood pressure check program, a weight check station, and vaccine clinics for 6th and 7th grades. They will review the upcoming Drive‑Through Flu Clinic on September 27 and the school flu clinics beginning October 21 across 25 schools. Unfinished business on carpet/flooring for the building and a nurse position will also be considered.

• Carpet/flooring for the building (unfinished business)
• Blood Pressure Check Program (new business)
• Drive Through Flu Clinic scheduled for 9/27/2024
• School Flu Clinics beginning 10/21/2024 (25 schools in 10 days)
• Naloxone Availability (public health response)

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners attended the Public Health Board meeting on September 19, 2024, where Public Health Executive Director Jane Glaser provided updates on various programs and responses. No formal decisions or votes were made by the commissioners during the meeting.

• No action taken by commissioners at Public Health Board meeting

BOC - Lodging Tax Board Meeting

The Lodging Tax Board will discuss its fiscal year 2023‑24 final figures, year‑to‑date figures for fiscal year 2024‑25, and the 10 % MOU Visitor Center account balance. It will also review summer 2024 visitor numbers for the Gillette and Wright Visitor Centers and for Coal Mine and Durham Ranch tours. No formal actions are listed beyond the discussion items.

• FY 2023‑24 financial figures
• FY 2024‑25 year‑to‑date financial figures
• 10 % MOU Visitor Center account balance
• Summer 2024 visitor numbers for Gillette Visitor Center
• Summer 2024 visitor numbers for Wright Visitor Center

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners will consider several budget transfers and a capital reallocation. They will approve scholarships and a lunch funding request for a Wyoming Energy Summit. The board will award the construction bid for the Pronghorn Industrial Park and hear a liquor license request for Sinoloa Restaurant. They will also review bid proposals for the county property at 486 N. Garner Lake Road and discuss the formation of the Red Hills Improvement and Service District.

• Transfer $475.00 from 100023-63380 Election Judges Expense to 100023-62260 Professional Services
• Reallocate $155,000.00 from Bicentennial Ball Field Drainage to County Well Maintenance projects
• Approve up to $4,000 in scholarships for four students (Kaydence Black, Caden Randall, Jorge Reyes Aldana, Selena Melendez, Paige Jaramillo)
• Award construction bid for Pronghorn Industrial Park (presentation by Matt Olsen)
• Public hearing on Sinoloa Restaurant liquor license (Cindy Lovelace)

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners approved a $2,150,345 construction bid for the Pronghorn Park project, awarded to Powder River Construction, Inc. They also approved several grants, contracts, and appointments, including a $232,177 Community Services Block Grant and a $95,000 Temporary Assistance contract. The board approved a new liquor license for Sinaloa Restaurant and re-advertised the RFP for the 486 N. Garner Lake Road property. All votes were unanimous except the re-advertise motion, which passed 4-1.

• Awarded Pronghorn Park construction bid to Powder River Construction, Inc. for $2,150,345 (5-0)
• Approved CSBG grant agreement with Wyoming Department of Health for $232,177 (5-0)
• Approved Temporary Assistance contract with Wyoming Department of Family Services for $95,000 (5-0)
• Approved new restaurant liquor license for Sinaloa Restaurant, LLC (5-0)
• Re-advertised RFP for 486 N. Garner Lake Road property (4-1, Ford nay)
• Appointed Jeffery Vasalech and Wade Burr to High County Improvement & Service District board (5-0)
• Approved quitclaim deed to Weed and Pest District for property at 11 Northern Drive (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 3079 proclaiming September 2024 as Suicide Awareness and Prevention Month (5-0)

Board of Commissioners - Special Meeting

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners held a special meeting solely to attend the Cowboy State Economy: Keeping Wyoming Energy Strong forum. Presentations were given on coal, technology, and market conditions, followed by public comments. No formal decisions or votes were made by the commissioners.

• No action taken by commissioners at the forum

General

The Campbell County Commissioners discussed several upcoming community and public‑service events, including a forum on Wyoming energy jobs hosted with Governor Mark Gordon. They reviewed public‑health outreach, human‑resources training, and fire‑service updates. The meeting also covered a land‑use discussion for the Southerland Cove subdivision and an economic development memorandum of understanding.

• Suicide Awareness & Prevention Month fundraiser – Sep 28, 5:00 PM at CAM‑PLEX Energy Hall
• Tall Cop presentations – Sep 30 at Campbell County High School and Oct 1 at CAM‑PLEX Heritage Center
• Human Resources open enrollment and workplace‑violence training – Sep 23 at Fire Training Center
• Cowboy State Economy forum on energy jobs – Sep 17, 7:00‑8:30 PM at CAM‑PLEX Energy Hall
• Southerland Cove Subdivision land‑sliver and city utilities discussion

BOC - Public Land Board Meeting

The Public Land Board is meeting to discuss fair reviews and a debrief of the Camporee. The board will also discuss strategies for manure hauling and disposal.

• Fair Review
• Camporee Debrief
• Manure Management Strategies (hauling & disposal)

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners met with the Public Land Board and discussed the 2024 County Fair and International Pathfinders Camporee, as well as manure management and a maintenance investment fund for CAM-PLEX. No formal decisions or votes were recorded; the meeting was informational only.

• Reviewed 2024 Campbell County Fair (discussion only)
• Reviewed 2024 International Pathfinders Camporee (discussion only)
• Discussed manure management strategies for CAM-PLEX (no action)
• Discussed maintenance investment fund for CAM-PLEX (no action)

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda that includes a $10,000 capital reallocation for fire‑fighting equipment, a $154 per hour therapy rate amendment, and several budget and lease items. Regular business items include a contract for YES House services, an Air Rescue & Fire Fighting Vehicle grant agreement, easements for a regional waterline airport extension, and a Bishop Road relocation and abandonment project. The meeting also features a retirement recognition, a public comment period, and an executive session on security and litigation matters.

• Reallocate approx $10,000 from motor grader overhaul to purchase a used D6N dozer for fire‑fighting (Road & Bridge capital request)
• Amend Adolescent Treatment Service Provider Agreement to set individual therapy at $154 per hour
• Project Partnership Agreement with Community Builders up to $8,000 for BRECC Plan stakeholder engagement
• Contract for Services, YES House – Ryan Anderson
• Air Rescue & Fire Fighting Vehicle Grant Agreement with FAA – Shelly Besel

The Board approved multiple contracts and agreements, including a $1,155,606 FAA grant for an Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting Vehicle and safety equipment at the Northeast Wyoming Regional Airport, plus a $46,224 state grant with a $30,816 match for the same vehicle. They also approved a $274,995 contract with Youth Emergency Services, a new Communications Coordinator position for the Sheriff's Office, and several vehicle purchases. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $1,155,606 FAA grant for airport firefighting vehicle (all aye)
• Approved $46,224 state grant with $30,816 match for airport vehicle (all aye)
• Approved $274,995 contract with Youth Emergency Services (all aye)
• Approved creation of Sheriff's Office Communications Coordinator position (all aye)
• Approved vehicle bids totaling over $500,000 for multiple departments (all aye)
• Approved $367,141 Head Start grant application with $91,785 match (all aye)
• Approved consent agenda including budget transfers and land agreements (all aye)
• Approved vouchers as presented (all aye)

Directors Meeting

The Campbell County Board of Directors will hold a meeting to hear general comments on the Spaeth Ranch property and a brake usage issue on Northern Drive. Directors will receive updates from the Information Technology, Human Resources, Public Works, and Road & Bridge departments. The agenda also includes a review of fleet vehicle bids. No formal actions are listed on the agenda.

• Spaeth Ranch Property – walk‑in hunting area discussion (Game & Fish)
• Jake Brake usage issues on Northern Drive/Garner Lake Road
• Fleet vehicle bids presentation
• Information Technology updates
• Public Works updates

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners held a Directors Meeting with no formal votes or decisions. Discussions covered walk-in hunting on the Spaeth Ranch, a potential long-range shooting competition, jake brake usage, department updates, grazing leases, and the county's possible protest of a federal 'no coal' leasing directive.

• No formal decisions or votes taken at the meeting
• Discussed walk-in hunting on Spaeth Ranch with Wyoming Game and Fish
• Discussed potential long-range shooting competition at Spaeth Ranch north end
• Discussed jake brake usage on Northern Drive and Garner Lake Road
• Received updates from HR, Public Works, Road and Bridge, and Fleet departments
• Discussed grazing leases for Centennial and Spaeth properties
• Discussed county involvement in protesting federal 'no coal' leasing directive

BOC - CDS Board Meeting

The Children’s Developmental Services Board will meet on August 28, 2024 at 6:00 PM in the CDS Board Room, 1801 4J Road. Commissioners will discuss three items: a security/intercom system, a playground, and any other business. No specific actions or votes are noted in the agenda.

• Security/Intercom System
• Playground
• Other

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners met with the Children's Developmental Services Board and received updates on the Security/Intercom System and the playground renovation project. Discussion was held on both topics, but no action was taken by the commissioners. The meeting adjourned at 6:20 PM.

• No action taken on Security/Intercom System update
• No action taken on playground renovation project update

General

The Senior Center Board will meet to discuss several operational topics, including a new dance floor, the boiler system, the roof condition, upcoming Camporee/Pathfinders activities, and the status of the recent audit. No decisions are recorded; the items are listed for discussion.

• Dance floor
• Boiler
• Roof
• Camporee/Pathfinders event
• Status of the audit

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners met jointly with the Senior Center Board on August 28, 2024, and received updates on several Senior Center projects and operations, including the dance floor and stage resurfacing, boilers, roof replacement, the 2024 International Pathfinders Camporee partnership, and the status of the tax return and audit. No action was taken by the commissioners during the meeting.

• No action taken on Senior Center dance floor and stage resurfacing update
• No action taken on Senior Center boiler update
• No action taken on Senior Center roof replacement update
• No action taken on Senior Center partnership with 2024 International Pathfinders Camporee
• No action taken on Senior Center tax return and audit status update

Board of Commissioners - Special Meeting

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting on August 27, 2024, from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM at CAM‑PLEX Energy Hall, 1635 Reata Drive, Gillette. The meeting is a Fire Information Public Meeting hosted by the Campbell County Fire Department, Wyoming Forestry Division, and Southwest Area Incident Management Team 5. The session will be recorded and posted on the county website.

• Fire Information Public Meeting hosted by Campbell County Fire Department, Wyoming Forestry Division, and Southwest Area Incident Management Team 5

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners held a special meeting solely to attend a public information meeting about the Flat Rock and Constitution fires. Fire officials and the governor provided updates, but the commissioners took no formal action and adjourned at 7:30 PM.

• No action taken by commissioners at special meeting

BOC - Parks & Recreation Board Meeting

The Parks & Recreation Board will meet on August 26, 2024 at 4:00 PM in the Recreation Center Board Room. The board will discuss two items: a tour of a water slide and the Centennial Section. No decisions are noted in the agenda.

• Water Slide Tour
• Centennial Section

Board of Commissioners - Special Meeting

The Board will conduct interviews with three applicants for a commissioner seat: Scott Clem, Mark Christensen, and Robin Kuntz. After the interviews, commissioners will deliberate and vote on the selection. The meeting also includes a swearing‑in ceremony for the new commissioner on August 23 at the Campbell County Courthouse.

• Interview with candidate Scott Clem (30‑minute slot)
• Interview with candidate Mark Christensen (30‑minute slot)
• Interview with candidate Robin Kuntz (30‑minute slot)
• Deliberation and vote on commissioner selection
• Swearing‑in ceremony for new commissioner on Aug 23, 9:00 AM, Courthouse courtroom #2

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners held a special meeting to fill a vacancy in the office of County Commissioner. After interviewing three candidates, the board voted to appoint Scott Clem to the position. The appointment was made by unanimous vote.

• Appointed Scott Clem to fill the County Commissioner vacancy (unanimous)
• Interviewed candidates Scott Clem, Mark Christensen, and Robin Kuntz

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will discuss various service contracts, budget transfers, and position vacancy justifications. A public hearing is scheduled regarding property divestments and grazing lease bids.

• Public hearing on property divestments for Weed & Pest, Second Chance Ministries, and GARF
• FY25 grants including $150,000 for Recreation Center Intramurals and $25,000 for Public Library Author Visit
• Motorola Solutions Services Agreement for the Sheriff's Office totaling $45,145
• Public notice for property divestment at 486 N. Garner Lake Road
• University of Wyoming 2024-2025 County Commissioners Scholarships up to $5,000

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda including budget transfers, grants, and vouchers, plus several contracts funded by the Optional One Percent Sales Tax. They also awarded a grazing lease, accepted a resignation, approved a property divestment, and dissolved the Personnel Committee. All votes were unanimous except for two abstentions on specific contracts.

• Approved consent agenda including budget transfers, grants, and vouchers (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Thunder Basin Centennial VFW Post 7756 for $10,282 (unanimous)
• Approved MOU with WYDOT for litter removal on 8.52 miles of highway for 10 years (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Second Chance Ministries for $19,400 (unanimous)
• Dissolved Personnel Committee and approved revisions to Personnel Guidelines 301 and 303 (unanimous)
• Ratified CARE Board appointments of Lindsey Turgeon and Norberto Orellana (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Gillette Abuse Refuge Foundation for $94,478 (Jordan abstained)
• Awarded Centennial Section Grazing Lease to Zebroski Brothers Cattle Company LLC at $21.00/acre (unanimous)

General

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners will review updates on legal matters, human resources, the camporee, and a commission vacancy. The primary substantive item is the discussion of engineering services for Phase I of the Fire Department Training Center. The meeting also includes an executive session for confidential topics and a workshop on PFM Investments.

• Legal Update – Kyle Ferris
• Human Resources Update – Brandy Elder
• Camporee Update – Commissioner Ford
• Commission Vacancy Update – Chairman Shelstad
• Fire Department Training Center Phase I Engineering Services – Chief Bender

Board of Commissioners - Special Meeting

The Board of Commissioners held a special meeting to attend the Campbell County Republican Central Committee meeting, where the committee selected three candidates to fill the commissioner vacancy. The committee cast 111 ballots, and Scott Clem (50 votes), Mark Christensen (49), and Robin Kuntz (48) advanced to the appointment process. No action was taken by the Board of Commissioners at this meeting.

• Selected Scott Clem, Mark Christensen, and Robin Kuntz as finalists for commissioner vacancy (111 ballots cast)
• No action taken by Board of Commissioners

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board will consider a range of consent agenda items, including stipends for treatment courts, a $167,732.66 computer equipment contract, and multiple budget line‑item transfers. It will vote on a $40,515 capital request to buy a replacement commercial washer for the Sheriff's Detention Center. The agenda also includes an application to raise the Airport Rescue & Firefighting Vehicle Grant from $1,066,667 to $1,232,646, and several public‑hearing items such as a rezoning request and district formation proposals.

• Adult Treatment Court 2024 stipend of $1,499 per participant
• ITS computer and peripheral equipment contract with K2 Technologies for $167,732.66
• Sheriff's Office capital request for a $40,515 commercial washer for the Detention Center
• Airport Rescue & Firefighting Vehicle Grant application increased to $1,232,646
• Public hearing on Chasteen rezoning request

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners approved multiple contracts, grants, and rezoning requests. Key actions included approving an FAA grant for airport construction, a rezoning request, and several service contracts funded by the Optional One Percent Sales Tax. The board also held public hearings and approved various administrative items.

• Approved FAA Airport Infrastructure Grant for southside taxilane construction ($2,162,756)
• Approved Chasteen Rezoning Request to rezone 5437 South Garner Lake Road from A-L to I-2 (3-1)
• Approved contract with Campbell County Senior Center ($422,000)
• Approved contract with Economic Capital Economic Development ($132,000)
• Approved contract with Council of Community Services ($48,500)
• Approved contract with Personal Frontiers, Inc. ($39,576)
• Approved contract with Blessings in a Backpack ($11,373)
• Approved contract with Ride & Shine Equine Therapies ($5,820)

General

The directors will discuss updates from Information Technology Services, Human Resources, Public Works, and Road & Bridge. The Road & Bridge agenda includes a CMAQ FY2025 grant application and a grazing lease for the Spaeth Property. Workshops will address proposed amendments to Chapters 6 and 7 and next steps for a state shooting complex.

• CMAQ FY2025 Grant Application (Road & Bridge)
• Grazing Lease – Spaeth Property
• Chapter 6 & 7 Rule Proposed Amendments
• State Shooting Complex – Next Steps
• Commission Vacancy Timeline

The meeting was largely informational, with no formal votes or decisions recorded. Discussions covered parking garage enforcement, the 2024 International Pathfinders Camporee transportation, filling a vacant Commissioner seat, and grazing leases for the Centennial and Spaeth properties. Workshops were held on proposed Chapter 6 & 7 Rule amendments and the State Shooting Complex, but no actions were taken.

• Discussed increasing signage and enforcing violations for parking garage racing
• Discussed timeline to fill vacant Commissioner seat
• Discussed grazing leases for Centennial and Spaeth properties
• Held workshop on Chapter 6 & 7 Rule proposed amendments
• Held workshop on State Shooting Complex

BOC - Fire Board Meeting

The Campbell County Fire Board meeting on July 24, 2024 will consider three discussion items: training center direction, review of the burn restriction process, and staffing progress. Commissioners will also discuss two public‑notice items: a grazing lease and weed & pest issues affecting GARF and Second Chance Ministries properties. The meeting is scheduled for 5:30 PM in the Commissioners Chambers. No decisions are noted in the agenda.

• Training Center Direction
• Review Burn Restriction Process
• Staffing Progress
• Grazing Lease – Public Notice
• Weed & Pest, GARF, Second Chance Ministries Properties – Public Notice

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners and Joint Powers Fire Board discussed a new Fire Training Center, creating a Fire District, a science-based fire risk system, and staffing. The only formal decision was to not allow fireworks at the 2024 International Pathfinders Camporee due to the current Fire Restriction Order. Other items were discussion only.

• Denied fireworks at 2024 International Pathfinders Camporee due to Fire Restriction Order

Board of Commissioners - Special Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is conducting a two-day site visit and discussion regarding a proposed State Shooting Complex. The itinerary includes community tours and a review of the business plan and governance for the facility.

• Tour of proposed shooting complex site at Spaeth Ranch
• Discussion on Joint Powers Board or contractual agreements with state, local, and private members
• Review of statewide advisory board and revenue management
• Discussion of liability, insurance coverage, and operations funding
• Community tour of Energy Capital Sports Complex, Gillette College/Area 59, and Recreation Center

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider several service contracts for treatment courts and community organizations. The meeting includes budget line item transfers across multiple departments and requests for capital equipment updates.

• Grant Agreement between City of Gillette and Campbell County for Juvenile & Family Drug Court in the amount of $15,000
• Request to purchase three SUVs for $78,000 each instead of three pursuit pick-ups
• Agreement to cover cost overruns above $2,769,869 for Pronghorn Industrial Park
• Transfer of $16,500 from contingency to Wright Community Assistance Contract for Services
• Review of contracts for CLIMB Wyoming, Gabriel Project, and American Legion Post 42

General

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners and managers meet to discuss operational updates including fire conditions, human resources changes, and county road regulations for oversize truck loads. Workshops on truck regulations and consulting updates are also scheduled.

• Fire Conditions Update by Chief Bender
• Human Resources updates including exempt clocking and safety incentives
• Truck Oversize Loads on County Roads workshop at 2:30 PM
• Dru Consulting Update workshop at 3:15 PM

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider a law enforcement services agreement with the Town of Wright and several district support grants. The meeting also includes reviewing a $15,000 grant for substance abuse treatment. Additionally, the board will address the FY2024-2025 mill levy and tax orders.

• $15,000 Adult Treatment Courts grant agreement for substance abuse treatment
• Law Enforcement Services Agreement with the Town of Wright
• Wyoming Library Multi-Purpose Community Facility Grant Application
• District Support Grants for Little Thunder, Stonegate, and Cook Road ISDs
• FY2024-2025 Mill Levy and tax levy orders

General

The meeting includes departmental updates from IT, Human Resources, Public Works, and Road & Bridge. Discussion will also cover election updates and camper health concerns. A workshop is scheduled for a shooting complex site visit.

• Elections update
• Camporee camper health concerns
• BRECC Action Challenge discussion
• Shooting Complex site visit

BOC - Public Land Board Meeting

The Public Land Board will review several Joint and Co-operative Action agreements. The agenda also includes resolutions regarding the Operations Reserve Fund and a grant application for a Community Readiness Project.

• Review of JPA amendments from 1981 to 2019
• Resolution authorizing borrowing from the Operations Reserve Fund
• Application for Wyoming Business Council Community Readiness Project funding
• Resolutions regarding the CCPLB Operations Reserve Fund

General

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing for the FY2023-2024 budget amendment. The agenda also includes discussions on District Court contingency funds and the FY2024-2025 mill levy. An executive session regarding real estate is scheduled.

• Public hearing: FY2023-2024 Budget Amendment
• District Court contingency funds
• FY2024-2025 Mill Levy
• Executive session regarding real estate
• Spaeth Property discussion

BOC - Lodging Tax Board Meeting

The Joint Powers Lodging Tax Board will review financial updates for recent and upcoming fiscal years. The meeting also includes discussions regarding summer tourism and support for an EMS needs assessment grant.

• EMS Needs assessment grant stakeholder support
• FY 2023/24 Lodging Tax Year End Numbers
• CY 2024 Lodging Tax Year to Date Numbers
• FY 2024/25 Budget

General

Department directors will discuss human resources, IT equipment requests, and a county auction. Commissioners will provide updates on the State of Wyoming Shooting Complex and Governor Gordon's upcoming town hall in Gillette.

• County Auction discussion
• IT Equipment Request Form review
• Human Resources and exempt time clocking updates
• Gillette Area Leadership Institute sponsorship
• Governor Gordon's June 25 town hall meeting

BOC - Public Land Board Meeting

The Public Land Board agenda includes a Camporee update and other items. No specific business or decisions are detailed in the provided text.

• Camporee Update

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board will consider several grant applications related to aviation, airport marketing, and public safety. The meeting also includes a public hearing for construction code updates and the publication of the upcoming fiscal year budget.

• Public hearing for Chapter 4 Building Code updates
• Publication of proposed FY2024-2025 budget
• Grant applications for aviation, airport marketing, and bulletproof vests
• $80,000 transfer for an airport building improvement project
• Discussion regarding BLM coal leasing in the Powder River Basin

General

The Board of Directors will meet to receive departmental updates and hold a workshop on the FY2024-2025 budget. The meeting also includes a discussion on the usage of the Old Road & Bridge Building and an update on the FY2022-2023 audit.

• Usage of Old Road & Bridge Building
• Budget FY2024-2025 Planning workshop
• Audit FY2022-2023 Update
• Executive session regarding personnel matters

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will review budget line item transfers and several grant agreements. The body is deciding on a $250,000 contingency fund request for Parks & Recreation and a five-year lease extension for a Sheriff's communications tower.

• Contingency fund transfer of $250,000 for pool liner materials
• Sheriff's communications tower lease extension with Ark Land LLC through June 11, 2029
• Pitney Bowes postage machine lease for the Clerk at $280.43 monthly
• HIDTA FY25 Grant Agreement
• Public Health Preparedness & Response Unit and County Health Officer grant agreements

General

Campbell County directors are meeting to discuss updates on the State Shooting Complex and Camporee. The agenda includes workshops regarding a proposal for the Gillette College CDL program and an update from Dru Consulting.

• Proposal to use Old Road & Bridge for Gillette College CDL Program
• State Shooting Complex update
• Camporee update
• Dru Consulting update
• Human Resources updates

Board of Commissioners - Special Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to review the Building Resilient Economies in Coal Communities (BRECC) action challenge. The session includes discussions on economic diversification, assets, and initiatives, followed by an executive session.

• Introduction to Building Resilient Economies in Coal Communities (BRECC)
• Discussion of economic diversification, assets, and initiatives
• Executive session pursuant to Wyoming Statute §16-4-405

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will discuss a service district enlargement and various election district resolutions. The meeting includes several budget line item transfers and the approval of grant extensions for health and security programs.

• Public hearing on Ward Creek Improvement & Service District Enlargement
• Resolution for a 1% Specific Purpose Excise Tax for capital facilities to be voted on Nov 5, 2024
• Contingency fund request of $18,791.00 for the Clerk to replace damaged land record binders
• HIDTA funding award adjustment from $99,486.00 to $91,865.48
• Contract for US Imaging to inspect, index, and enhance remaining land record books

General

The Board of Commissioners will receive updates from various departments including IT, Human Resources, Public Works, and Road & Bridge. A workshop session is scheduled to review the PFM Quarterly Investment Report and investment options.

• CMAQ FY2022 discussion
• PFM Quarterly Investment Report
• Investment Options with an Inverted Yield Curve

Board of Commissioners - Special Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to discuss a Request for Proposal (RFP) regarding the Wyoming State Shooting Complex.

• Wyoming State Shooting Complex Request for Proposal (RFP)

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider several land use requests, including simple subdivisions and a zoning request. The body is also deciding on bid awards for the North Landfill Phase 4A Cell and an airport hangar roof.

• Lemke Simple Subdivision and Zoning Request public hearing
• North Landfill Phase 4A Cell bid award
• Airport Hangar Roof bid award
• Wise Simple Subdivision request
• Budget transfers including $125,000 from Legal to Professional Services

BOC - Fair Board Meeting

The Fair Board is meeting to discuss the FY2024-2025 budget and preparations for the 2024 Fair. No formal decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• FY2024-2025 Budget discussion
• 2024 Fair planning

General

The meeting includes discussions regarding measles, human resources updates, and the Camporee. Commissioners will receive updates on audit services bids and a capital tax ballot proposition.

• County Audit Services Bid Award Update
• Capital Tax Ballot Proposition Approval Update
• Joint Powers Fire Board & Public Land Board Budget Discussion
• Real Estate/Property Executive Session

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will review several service contracts, budget transfers, and contingency funding requests. The meeting includes discussions on a Motorola contract for the Sheriff and multiple district support grants for infrastructure and services.

• Contract with Personal Frontiers, Inc. for gambling prevention and treatment: $45,553.22
• Contingency request for 18 Sheriff's office tablets: $81,504.00
• Wright Community Assistance contract increase from $10,000 to $26,500
• District Support Grants for Central Campbell County, Box N Ranch Rd, Graceland, Rozet Ranchettes, and Stonegate
• Contract with Sprout Social for analytics and management: $5,145.00

BOC - Senior Center Board Meeting

The Senior Center Board is meeting to discuss facility updates and financial matters. The agenda includes items regarding the boiler, dance floor, and an audit.

• Dance floor discussion
• Boiler discussion
• Legislative session and funding
• Fundraisers
• Audit

BOC - Library Board Meeting

The Public Library Board is meeting to discuss the provisional budget for fiscal year 2024-2025. The board will also receive an update regarding a current board vacancy.

• Provisional FY2024-2025 Budget
• Board vacancy update

BOC - Lodging Tax Board Meeting

The Joint Powers Lodging Tax Board will discuss year-end financial numbers and the 10% MOU account balance. The board will also receive updates on grant awards and discuss the International Pathfinder Camporee.

• Lodging Tax Calendar Year-End Numbers (Annual Report)
• 10% MOU Account Balance
• Grants Awards Update
• International Pathfinder Camporee

BOC - Public Health Board Meeting

The Board of Health will meet to discuss the Administrative Assistant position and the resumption of services without appointments. The board will also review unfinished business regarding building flooring and COVID-19 guidance.

• Administrative Assistant position
• Carpet/flooring for the building
• COVID Pandemic update and guidance
• Resuming services without an appointment

BOC - Museum Board Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to discuss the Museum budget for fiscal year 2024-25. No other specific agenda items are listed for decision.

• Museum Budget for FY24-25

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider several grant applications and a contract award for the Pronghorn Industrial Park sewer system. The meeting includes discussions on fire restrictions, the creation of a Chief Financial Executive position, and a capital tax ballot proposition.

• HDR Engineering contract award for Pronghorn Industrial Park Sewer System
• Hand warrants totaling $891,332.40, including $487,467.43 to Wyoming Retirement Systems
• Budget line item transfers for Public Works, Emergency Management, and Human Resources
• Ward Creek Improvement & Service District Enlargement
• Capital Tax Ballot Proposition

General

County directors are meeting to receive updates on centralized utilities and the FY2022-2023 audit. The group will also review the FY2024-2025 budget calendar and HR updates. A notice was included regarding the relocation of the April 2nd Commissioners meeting to Wright Town Hall.

• Centralized Utilities update
• FY2022-2023 Audit update
• FY2024-2025 Budget calendar reminders
• Relocation of April 2nd Commissioners meeting to 395 Lariat Way, Wright, WY
• HR updates regarding Job Fair and MDLive

BOC - Public Land Board Meeting

The Public Land Board is meeting to review the provisional budget for fiscal year 2024-2025. The board will also receive updates regarding the Camporee and a ballot proposition.

• Provisional FY2024-2025 Budget
• Camporee Update
• Ballot Proposition Update

Joint Powers Public Land Board

The Joint Powers Public Land Board is meeting to discuss the provisional budget for fiscal year 2024-2025. The board will also receive updates regarding the Camporee and a ballot proposition.

• Provisional FY2024-2025 Budget
• Camporee Update
• Ballot Proposition Update

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a zoning request from Sam Proffer and review a conditional use permit for a commercial micro-distillery. The meeting also includes several district support grant requests and administrative budget transfers.

• Public hearing for Campbell County Zoning Request by Sam Proffer
• Conditional Use Permit for a commercial micro-distillery by David Spiker
• Community Service Block Grant allocation increase of $2,253
• District Support Grant requests for Bennor Estates, Buckskin, Countryside, and Overbrook I&S Districts
• Rate Letter Agreement with Lubnau Law for 2024 Civil Legal Services

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will review a contract for a door lock project and various budget transfers. The meeting includes discussions on library staffing and hours, as well as a request for an aircraft rescue and fire fighting vehicle.

• Agreement with Temperature Technology Inc. for Door Lock Project: $488,295.00
• Request to acquire Aircraft Rescue & Fire Fighting Vehicle via 2024 Entitlement Funding
• Proposal to create a Deputy Director position for the Library
• Request for additional hours at the Wright Library Branch
• Contingency fund request of $5,368.33 for AED machines for the Annex Building

Directors Meeting

Campbell County directors are meeting to discuss human resources updates and the FY2022-2023 audit. The agenda includes workshops regarding a letter of interest for the State Shooting Complex and an update from Dru Consulting.

• Benefit offering and financial YTD updates from Human Resources
• OSHA inspection updates
• FY2022-2023 Audit update
• State Shooting Complex Letter of Interest discussion
• Dru Consulting update

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will review budget transfers, contingency fund requests, and various agreements. The meeting includes discussions on a gambling treatment proposal and several board appointments.

• Contingency fund transfer of $488,295.00 for the Commissioners Office/Public Works Door Lock Project
• Contingency fund transfer of $13,600.00 for Public Health indigent burials
• Funding agreement amendments for Bishop Road and T-7 Road Reconstruction
• Proposal for Prevention and Treatment of Problematic Gambling by Personal Fronters Inc.
• Data Collection and Sharing Agreement for the Campbell County Adult Diversion Court

Directors Meeting

The Board of Commissioners and department directors are meeting to receive updates on human resources, public works, and road and bridge operations. The session includes a workshop regarding the State Shooting Complex and an executive session on security matters.

• Discussion on indigent burials with Jane Glaser
• Audit RFP update from the Office of Commissioners
• Workshop on the State Shooting Complex
• HR updates regarding exempt time tracking and work comp history

Board of Commissioners - Special Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting for the swearing-in ceremony of newly appointed Commissioner Bob Jordan.

• Swearing-in ceremony for Commissioner Bob Jordan

Board of Commissioners - Special Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to conduct candidate interviews. Following the interviews, the board will deliberate and vote.

• Interview of Jerry Means
• Interview of Bob Jordan
• Interview of Traci Barkey

General

The Fire Board is meeting to discuss operational assessments, personnel recruitment, and facility security. The board will also act on appointments for the Regional Water Panel and the Airport Board.

• Fire Department Dispatch/Communications Assessment
• Fire Department Master Plan follow-up
• Fire Department Personnel Recruitment & Retention
• U.S. Forest Service / Station 9 Agreement
• Board appointments for Regional Water Panel and Airport Board

BOC - Airport Board Meeting

The Airport Board will meet to conduct introductions and enter an executive session. The executive session is designated for the discussion of real estate site selection or purchases.

• Executive session regarding real estate site selection or purchases

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding a zoning request from Thunder Basin Coal Company LLC. The meeting also includes discussions on trash cleanup, the FY2024-2025 budget calendar, and various contract amendments.

• Public hearing for Thunder Basin Coal Company LLC zoning request
• MOU amendment increasing City and County payment obligation from $1,500,000 to $1,840,000 for Camporee contract
• One-time $10,000 TANF sub-grant for Public Health salary and expenses
• Request for Proposals for Professional Audit Services
• HIDTA Program Grant Funding Proposal

Managers Meeting

The Managers Meeting includes discussions on human resources, IT services, and the FY 2022-2023 audit. Commissioners will also discuss designated board liaisons and an update from Dru Consulting.

• FY 2022-2023 Audit discussion
• FY 2024-2025 Budget Preparation
• Dru Consulting Update

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will conduct annual organizational business, including selecting a chairman and designating official depositories for 2024. The body will also consider budget transfers for the museum and public works, as well as several board appointments.

• Selection of 2024 Board Chairman
• Museum budget transfers totaling $80,000
• Adoption of 2024 IRS mileage rates: $0.67 for business and $0.22 for medical
• Budget amendment request for CAM-PLEX
• Resolution No. 3064 establishing Federal Forest Reserves Apportionment

Directors Meeting

County directors are meeting to discuss operational updates and budget matters. The agenda includes discussions on the FY2022-2023 county audit and the 2024 budget message.

• Fair discussion regarding CAM-PLEX charges
• Promotion and entertainment budget
• County Audit FY2022-2023
• 2024 Commissioners Designated Board Liaisons
• Budget message discussion