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

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners approved a $5,055,278 Airport Improvement Program grant application for the Runway 16/34 Pavement Maintenance Project, with a local match of $133,034 and state share of $133,034. The board also approved several other items, including a bid award for two Ford Explorer vehicles, the creation of a part-time seasonal City Pool Lifeguard Supervisor position, and two district support grants. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $5,055,278 Airport Improvement Program grant application for Runway 16/34 Pavement Maintenance (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 3055.1 extending Roads and District Support Incentive Program through Dec 31, 2025 (5-0)
• Awarded bid to Thunder Basin Ford for two 2025 Ford Explorer XLT 4WD vehicles at $42,227 per unit (5-0)
• Approved creation of part-time seasonal City Pool Lifeguard Supervisor position, $25-$35/hr (5-0)
• Approved $851 District Support Grant to Ward Creek Improvement & Service District for curb stop replacement (5-0)
• Approved $3,938.25 District Support Grant to Rafter D Improvement & Service District for well pipe replacement (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 3088 setting 2025 regular meeting schedule (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including budget transfers, tax cancellations, grants, and vouchers (5-0)

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

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners met to receive departmental updates and discuss administrative items. No formal votes or substantive actions were recorded in the minutes for this meeting.

• Received update on Rare Element Resources Ltd operations
• Discussed two budget line-item transfers for the Airport
• Received updates from ITS, HR, Public Works, and Road & Bridge departments
• Discussed upcoming December 16 Town Hall meeting regarding summer wildfires
• Held workshop on street racing on Little Powder Road
• Discussed Euna-Questica Budgeting Software

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)

The Board of Commissioners approved Resolution 3087, appointing Weston County Attorney Michael Stulken or a designee to represent Campbell County in matters involving CR-2024-1213.006 and CT-2024-3905 due to a conflict of interest in the County Attorney's Office. The vote was 4-0, with Commissioner Jordan absent. No other formal actions were taken; the meeting included updates on parks programs, facility maintenance, ice arena planning, gym floor repairs, and a new pool liner.

• Approved Resolution 3087 appointing Michael Stulken to represent county in conflict cases (4-0, Jordan absent)

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

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners approved a new retail liquor license for Swingin Doors Saloon, contingent on zoning, with Commissioner Ford voting no. The board also approved several resolutions and grant agreements, including a $58,333 body armor grant and multiple community service sub-awards. All other motions passed unanimously.

• Approved new Retail Liquor License for Swingin Doors Saloon (4-1, Ford no)
• Approved Resolution 3085 proclaiming Wreaths Across America Week
• Approved $58,333 body armor grant from Wyoming Office of Homeland Security
• Approved Resolution 3086 for 2025 County Employee Holidays
• Approved Community Service Block Grant sub-awards totaling $222,281
• Approved TANF Community Partnership Initiative sub-awards totaling $95,000
• Approved Consent Agenda including budget transfers and tax cancellations
• Approved Vouchers as presented

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

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners met with department directors to discuss administrative updates, personnel processes, and facility maintenance. No formal legislative actions were taken during the public portion of the meeting. The board convened an executive session to discuss real estate and personnel matters.

• Convened into Executive Session to discuss real estate and personnel (5-0)

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

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners approved several items, including increasing Bishop Road Reconstruction Project funding from $5M to $6M, awarding a $515,750 landfill loader purchase, and approving multiple agreements and resolutions. All votes were unanimous. The board also approved the consent agenda, including a $440,000 playground contract and various budget transfers.

• Approved $6M Bishop Road funding increase (unanimous)
• Awarded $515,750 landfill loader to Wyoming Machinery (unanimous)
• Approved $440,000 playground contract with Norton Construction (consent agenda)
• Approved Resolution 3083 proclaiming Operation Green Light (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 3084 for fireworks at Veterans Day ceremony (unanimous)
• Approved $330,000 sale of 486 N. Garner Lake Road to Eastern Gillette Development (unanimous)
• Approved lease with Gillette College for CDL program (unanimous)
• Approved $20,804.80 airport NAVAID grant and $312,000 hangar taxilane grant (unanimous)

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)

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners met for a directors meeting on November 6, 2024, but took no formal votes or decisions. Discussion covered the proposed Sheriff's Office shooting range location, use of the old Road and Bridge facility for CDL training by Gillette College, the Fire Training Center subdivision plat, Bishop Road agreement amendments, veterans group transportation, county board openings, and a memorandum of understanding on economic development. The board also entered executive session for personnel matters.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the directors meeting
• Entered executive session to discuss personnel matters (all voted aye)

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

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners held a special meeting and approved a $440,000 playground upgrades agreement for Children’s Developmental Services. The board also discussed the status of the recycling center and convened into an executive session to discuss personnel matters.

• Awarded bid to Norton Construction, Inc. for Children’s Developmental Services Center Playground Upgrades Project in the amount of $440,000 (Approved, All voted Aye)
• Convened into Executive Session to discuss personnel matters following a discussion on the recycling center (Approved, All voted Aye)

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

The Board of Commissioners approved a change to the 2024 regular meeting schedule. The board discussed a potential budget amendment for the Bishop Road construction project and held an executive session regarding litigation.

• Approved Amended Resolution 3060.1 to move November 5, 2024 meeting to November 7, 2024 (All Aye)

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

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners approved the Consent Agenda, including budget transfers, tax cancellations, and capital reallocations. They also approved Resolution 3082 proclaiming Domestic Violence Awareness Month, accepted the county audit for FY ending June 30, 2023, and approved an agreement with the Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation for the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force. Sealed proposals for 486 N. Garner Lake Road were opened, and the board entered executive session for security and personnel matters.

• Approved Consent Agenda with budget transfers and tax cancellations (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 3082 proclaiming Domestic Violence Awareness Month (unanimous)
• Accepted Campbell County Audit for year ending June 30, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved DCI Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force agreement (unanimous)
• Opened sealed proposals for 486 N. Garner Lake Road
• Approved vouchers as presented (unanimous)

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

The Board of County Commissioners met with the Museum Board to discuss staffing and facility options. No formal actions were taken during the meeting.

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

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners held a managers meeting on October 15, 2024, with updates and discussions on employee open enrollment, Halloween events, the FY22-23 audit, and the 2024 International Pathfinders Camporee. No formal motions, votes, or decisions were made during the meeting; it was informational and procedural only.

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

The Board of Commissioners approved Change Order No. 002 to the Landfill No. 2 Phase IV-A Cell Construction Contract, adding $603,659.12 for a protective cover material. The motion passed unanimously. The board also convened an executive session for personnel matters, then adjourned.

• Approved Change Order No. 002 for Landfill No. 2 Phase IV-A Cell Construction, adding $603,659.12 for protective cover material (unanimous)
• Convened executive session to discuss personnel matters (unanimous)

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

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners met for a directors meeting on September 30, 2024, but took no formal votes or decisions. The session was limited to discussion and updates, including adding cheatgrass to the state noxious weed list, election procedures, and reports from county departments. The meeting adjourned without any substantive action.

• No formal decisions or votes recorded during the meeting
• Discussed adding cheatgrass to the State Noxious Weed list
• Received information on the Ballot Hand Count Test Trial scheduled for October 4, 2024
• Heard updates from ITS, Human Resources, Public Works, and Road and Bridge
• Discussed County Board vacancies and the Centennial Grazing Lease

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

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners, meeting jointly with the Lodging Tax Board, approved Amendment One to the Wyoming Department of Health Behavioral Health Division contract with Campbell County Children's Developmental Services, increasing the total contract by $32,950.06 to $2,329,050.11. The motion passed unanimously. The rest of the meeting consisted of updates and discussion, with no other formal action taken.

• Approved Amendment One to Children's Developmental Services contract, increasing total by $32,950.06 to $2,329,050.11 (unanimous)

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

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners met for a Directors Meeting on September 16, 2024, receiving updates and holding discussions on several topics, including Suicide Awareness Month, wildland fires, public records requests, and a community forum with Governor Mark Gordon. Two workshops were held with City of Gillette officials regarding the Southland Cove Subdivision land sliver and the Energy Capital Economic Development Memorandum of Understanding. No formal decisions or votes were recorded during this meeting.

• No formal decisions or votes recorded during the meeting

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

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners met with the Parks and Recreation Board for a tour of the pool and water slide and discussions on the Centennial Section and the 2024 International Pathfinders Camporee impact on the Rec Center. No formal decisions or votes were made; the meeting was informational only.

• No action taken by Board of Commissioners

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

The board scheduled a special meeting for August 22, 2024, to interview candidates and appoint a new commissioner. Directors also discussed legal review priorities, HR updates, the 2024 International Pathfinders Camporee, and the Fire Department Training Center Phase I Engineering plan. The board convened in executive session for personnel and real estate matters.

• Scheduled special meeting to interview candidates and appoint commissioner (Aug 22, 5:00 PM)
• Convened executive session on personnel and real estate (all aye)

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

The Board of Commissioners met for a special session to facilitate a site visit and community tour for the Wyoming State Shooting Complex Oversight Task Force. The event included facility tours and community presentations. No substantive actions were taken by the Commissioners.

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

The Board approved several funding contracts for adult and juvenile treatment courts and social service providers. They also authorized personnel reclassifications, board appointments, and a commercial air service improvement plan amendment.

• Approved $581,860.96 Adult Treatment Courts contract (All Aye)
• Approved $271,439.36 Juvenile and Family Drug Courts contract (All Aye)
• Approved $135,493 Community Juvenile Services Board contract (All Aye)
• Approved contracts for CLIMB Wyoming ($23,280), Gabriel Project ($4,850), and American Legion Post 42 ($10,443) (All Aye)
• Approved reclassification of Public Library Outreach Specialist and Clerk's Office Accounting Specialist (All Aye)
• Appointed Morgan Malkowski to Fire Board and Susan Bietz to Corrections Board (All Aye)
• Approved WYDOT air service improvement plan amendment not to exceed $3,157,408 (All Aye)
• Approved $1,550 in tuition sponsorship for three employees for Gillette Area Leadership Institute (All Aye)

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

The Board of Commissioners met with county managers for departmental updates and held a workshop regarding truck oversize loads on county roads. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded during these sessions.

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

The Board approved Resolution 3077 placing a 2% lodging excise tax proposition before voters, and set the FY2024-2025 mill levy at 10.95. It also approved a law enforcement services agreement with the Town of Wright, an $8,535.99 ARPA re-award for Emergency Management, a $1,000,000 library grant application, and three Improvement & Service District grants. All votes were unanimous; the meeting ended with an executive session on personnel matters.

• Approved Law Enforcement Services Agreement with the Town of Wright (All Aye)
• Approved Resolution 3077 for a 2% lodging excise tax proposition (All Aye)
• Approved $8,535.99 ARPA re-award for EOC equipment and supplies (All Aye)
• Approved submission of $1,000,000 Wyoming Library Multi-Purpose Community Grant application (All Aye)
• Approved Order Setting Date for Red Hills Improvement & Service District formation hearing on August 6, 2024 (All Aye)
• Approved $44,755.00 District Support Grant for Little Thunder Improvement & Service District (All Aye)
• Approved $6,635.75 District Support Grant for Stonegate Improvement & Service District (All Aye)
• Approved $40,810.75 District Support Grant for Cook Road Water Improvement & Service District (All Aye)

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

The Board of Commissioners received departmental updates and held a workshop regarding a Shooting Complex site visit. No substantive motions were made or voted upon during the meeting.

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

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners held a special meeting and public hearing on June 29, 2024. The board approved a $10,000,000 budget amendment for FY 2023-2024 land acquisition and approved $14,662.40 from contingency funds to buy courtroom chairs. They also discussed the FY2024-2025 mill levy and held an executive session on real estate.

• Approved FY 2023-2024 budget amendment of $10,000,000 for land acquisition (passed unanimously)
• Approved contingency fund request of $14,662.40 for Sixth Judicial District Courtroom #4 chairs (passed unanimously)
• Held discussion and public comment on the FY2024-2025 Mill Levy
• Convened into Executive Session to discuss matters of Real Estate (passed unanimously)

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

The Board of Commissioners and Lodging Tax Board met on June 20, 2024. The only formal decision was a unanimous vote to support Campbell County Health EMS by signing their application for a state grant. Other agenda items, including lodging tax updates and event discussions, involved no official actions or votes.

• Approved signing EMS Needs Assessment Grant application for Campbell County Health (Unanimous)
• No action taken on Lodging Tax YTD updates
• No action taken on YTD grants budget updates
• No action taken on International Pathfinder Camporee discussion
• No action taken on Wyoming Shooting Park Complex presentation discussion

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

The Board of Commissioners met with department directors to receive updates on county operations and upcoming events. No substantive public votes or policy approvals were recorded. The board convened in an executive session to discuss real estate.

• Entered Executive Session to discuss real estate (All Aye)

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

The Board of Commissioners met with the Public Land Board to receive updates on the 2024 Camporee Event and discuss the CAM-PLEX air conditioning system. No formal actions were taken.

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

The Board approved a $2.3 million contract for early intervention services for children with disabilities and a $50,000 airport marketing grant application. They also approved a $1 million contract for early intervention for infants, a $86,440 vehicle replacement grant, and a subdivision request for 64.40 acres. The board held public hearings on building code updates and coal leasing, and scheduled a budget hearing for June 17.

• Approved $2,296,100.05 contract for early intervention services (ages 3-5)
• Approved $1,039,305.60 contract for early intervention services (birth-2)
• Approved $50,000 Airport Marketing Grant application with $50,000 match
• Approved $86,440 Early Head Start Grant for vehicle replacements
• Approved $3,545 Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant for Sheriff's Office
• Approved $5,000 Aviation Encouragement Grant for Wings and Wheels event
• Approved Simons Simple Subdivision of 64.40 acres into two parcels
• Approved amendments to Chapter 4 Construction Rules effective immediately

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

The Board of Commissioners met for an executive session on personnel matters and a directors meeting. The session included workshops for the FY2024-2025 budget and the FY2022-2023 audit. No formal votes on policy or spending were recorded.

• Approved motion to enter Executive Session for Personnel Matters (All Aye)

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

The Board of Commissioners approved several grant applications and agreements for public health, emergency management, and drug trafficking task forces. The board also approved a consent agenda including budget transfers and a $250,000 contingency fund request for pool liner materials.

• Approved HIDTA Task Force MOU for $101,369 (All Aye)
• Approved Public Health Preparedness grant for $107,000 (All Aye)
• Approved Health Officer grant for $10,000 (All Aye)
• Approved EMPG Application for $66,000 (All Aye)
• Approved Community Service Block Grant Application for $229,855 (All Aye)
• Approved $250,000 contingency transfer for pool liner materials (All Aye)
• Approved Resolution 3075 proclaiming May 2024 Mental Health Awareness Month (All Aye)
• Approved Consent Agenda including budget transfers and leases (All Aye)

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

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners met for a Directors Meeting on May 20, 2024. The board received updates on Mental Health Awareness Month, Human Resources, the State Shooting Complex proposal, and the Camporee, and held workshops on Gillette College's proposal to use the old Road and Bridge facility for CDL training and with Dru Consulting. The only recorded vote was to convene into executive session to discuss personnel matters, which passed unanimously; no substantive decisions were made.

• Convened into executive session to discuss personnel matters (5-0)

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

The Board of Commissioners received a presentation on the Building Resilient Economies in Coal Communities Initiative (BRECC) program. The Board convened into an executive session to discuss real estate, litigation, and personnel. No formal actions were taken during the meeting.

• Approved motion to enter Executive Session to discuss Real Estate, Pending or Potential Litigation, and Personnel Matters (All Aye)

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

Campbell County commissioners approved a $267,000 contract with Dustbusters Enterprises Inc. for the Congestion Mitigation Air Quality Dust Suppression Project and a $370,536.99 sole-source contract with US Imaging, Inc. to inspect, index and enhance remaining land record books using Local Assistance and Tribal Consistency funds. The board also approved a $70,000 Wyoming Homeland Security grant application for 14 sets of heavy tactical body armor and helmets for the Sheriff's Special Response Unit, and passed four resolutions setting polling places, election district boundaries, precinct committeeman numbers, and an absentee polling location. A public hearing on the Ward Creek Improvement and Service District enlargement was held; the board determined the district could benefit, set a 30-day protest period and June 18, 2024 for consideration of approval, with Commissioner Ford abstaining. The board approved the consent agenda (agreements, budget transfers, vouchers) and convened in executive session on security, real estate and personnel matters.

• Approved consent agenda including grant amendments, budget transfers, hand warrants and vouchers (all Aye)
• Awarded $267,000 CMAQ Dust Suppression Project to Dustbusters Enterprises Inc. (all Aye)
• Approved $70,000 Wyoming Homeland Security grant application for 14 sets of tactical body armor and helmets (all Aye)
• Approved $370,536.99 sole-source contract with US Imaging, Inc. for land record book inspection/indexing using LATC funds (all Aye)
• Approved Resolution 3071 determining public convenience of polling places outside precinct boundaries (all Aye)
• Approved Resolution 3072 changing election district and precinct boundaries (all Aye)
• Approved Resolution 3073 determining number of committeemen and committeewomen in precincts (all Aye)
• Approved Resolution 3074 establishing an absentee polling place location (all Aye)

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

The Board of Commissioners received departmental updates and held a workshop on investment options. No substantive votes or formal decisions were recorded in the minutes.

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)

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners met in a special meeting on May 6, 2024, in Gillette, Wyoming, to hold a workshop discussing the requirements for the Wyoming State Shooting Complex Request for Proposal (RFP). Commissioners present were Bob Jordan, Kelley McCreery, and Del Shelstad, along with county staff and representatives from the City of Gillette and other entities. No action was taken by the Commissioners, and the meeting adjourned at 10:23 AM.

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

The Board approved three separate 1% specific purpose excise tax propositions for the November 5, 2024, general election to fund infrastructure and arena projects. The Board also approved several district support grants and a contract for county audit services.

• Approved 1% excise tax propositions for Sagebluff Addition ($12M), Gurley Avenue Bridge ($30M), and Multi-Use Indoor Arenas ($207.8M) (4-1)
• Awarded Campbell County Audit Services bid to Carver Florek & James, CPA’s
• Approved $62,414 contingency transfer for Sheriff's Office Motorola telephony upgrade
• Approved District Support Grants: Stonegate ($18,036.75), Rozet Ranchettes ($7,500), Graceland ($4,682.50), Central Campbell County ($4,140), and Box N Ranch ($2,478)
• Approved $135,493 Community Juvenile Services Board Renewal Application
• Appointed Mikey Shober to Urban Systems Advisory Committee (term ends June 30, 2027)
• Appointed Bonnie Mills to Library Board (term ends June 30, 2027)
• Approved Consent Agenda including $45,553.22 gambling treatment contract and $81,504 for Sheriff tablets

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

The Board of Commissioners met with the Senior Center Board to receive updates on facility repairs, legislation, and fundraising. No formal actions were taken during the meeting.

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

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners met with the Library Board on March 25, 2024, for a discussion of the FY2024-25 budget. Sandra Beeman, Deputy Director of Administration, also gave an update on the Library Board vacancy and the timeline to fill it. No action was taken by the Commissioners, who left the meeting at 4:43 PM. The minutes record no substantive decisions.

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

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners met with the Lodging Tax Board on March 21, 2024, in Gillette, WY. Executive Director Jessica Seders gave updates on Lodging Tax year-end numbers, the CCCVB Annual Report, the MOU account balance, year-to-date grant awards, and the International Pathfinder Camporee. Discussion was held on each item, but no action was taken by the Commissioners, who left the meeting at 3:21 PM. Commissioners Jim Ford and Del Shelstad were absent.

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

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners met with the Museum Board to discuss the upcoming FY2024-2025 budget request. No formal actions were taken during the meeting.

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

Campbell County commissioners approved a $700,000 purchase of real estate at 2415 Airport Road from Arnold and Dixie Erickson, later amended to add $2,377 in title charge fees and pay First American Title Insurance Company. The board also approved a $491,500 professional services agreement with HDR Engineering, Inc. for sewer design at Pronghorn Industrial Park, and authorized submission of four grant applications for public health and drug court programs. Several personnel actions were approved, including a new Chief Financial Executive position and a Recruit Firefighter job description. A public hearing on enlarging the Ward Creek Improvement and Service District was set for May 7, 2024.

• Approved consent agenda including budget transfers and hand warrants (all Aye)
• Approved vouchers as presented (all Aye)
• Approved TANF-Maternal Child Health grant application, $534,634 (all Aye)
• Approved Public Health Emergency Preparedness grant application, $107,000 plus $10,700 in-kind (all Aye)
• Approved CST grant for Juvenile & Family Drug Court, $326,276.64 (all Aye)
• Approved CST grant for Adult Treatment Courts, $654,826.20 (all Aye)
• Awarded HDR Engineering, Inc. sewer design/construction administration for Pronghorn Industrial Park, $491,500 (all Aye)
• Approved purchase of 2415 Airport Road for $700,000 plus $2,377 title fees (all Aye)

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

The Board of Commissioners held a Directors Meeting consisting of departmental updates. No substantive public actions were taken, though the board voted to enter an executive session.

• Approved motion to convene in Executive Session to discuss Real Estate Purchases and Personnel Matters (All Aye)

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

The Board of Commissioners met with the Public Land Board to receive updates on the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget, the 2024 Camporee Event, and ballot propositions. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during the meeting.

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

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners met jointly with the Public Land Board on March 14, 2024. CAM-PLEX Executive Director Aaron Lyles gave updates on preparation for the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget, the 2024 Camporee Event, and ballot propositions involving CAM-PLEX, the City of Gillette, and the Town of Wright. Discussion was held on each item and public comment was taken, but the minutes record no votes, approvals, denials, or other substantive decisions.

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

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners approved a rezoning request for property at 486 North Garner Lake Road from Mobile Home to General Commercial. The Board also approved several district support grants for road and drainage improvements while indefinitely tabling a grant for a water system merger. Additionally, the Board appointed Terry Leu to the Planning Commission and approved funding requests for community assistance and legal services.

• Approved rezoning of 486 North Garner Lake Road from 'MH' to 'C-1' (5-0)
• Tabled indefinitely District Support Grant for Countryside Improvement & Service District ($10,000)
• Approved District Support Grant for Buckskin Improvement & Service District ($15,158.75)
• Approved District Support Grant for Overbrook Improvement & Service District ($3,496.24)
• Approved District Support Grant for Bennor Estates Improvement & Service District ($3,407.86)
• Approved Funding Request from Wright Community Assistance ($16,500)
• Appointed Terry Leu to Planning Commission for three-year term
• Approved Consent Agenda including budget transfers and agreements (5-0)

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

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners approved its Fiscal Year 2024-2025 compensation package, selecting a flat rate-based cost-of-living adjustment and percentage-based merit increases as recommended by the county Compensation Committee. The Board also approved several library staffing and classification changes, a Juvenile Diversion and Probation Officer pay-grade reclassification, and an Airport Improvement Program grant application for an Aircraft Rescue & Fire Fighting vehicle totaling $1,066,677. The consent agenda, vouchers, and a $488,295 door lock project agreement were approved by unanimous vote, and the meeting ended with an executive session on real estate, attorney-client privileged information, and litigation.

• Approved FY2024-2025 compensation package with flat-rate COLA and percentage-based merit (All Aye)
• Approved creation and classification of Deputy Director, Library, Pay Grade 111, with job description and salary range table (All Aye)
• Approved increasing Wright Branch Library Branch Specialist from 10 to 20 hours per week (All Aye)
• Approved repointing Juvenile Diversion Officer from Pay Grade 107 to 108 and Juvenile Probation Officer, Intensive Supervision from 108 to 109 (All Aye)
• Approved awarding Emergency Management copy machine bid to Rocky Mountain Business Equipment and transferring existing copier to Commissioners Office (All Aye)
• Approved Airport Improvement Program grant application for 2024 Entitlement Federal Assistance Funding for an ARFF vehicle, $1,066,677 (93.75% Federal, 3.75% State, 2.5% Local) (All Aye)
• Approved consent agenda including $488,295 Temperature Technology Inc. door lock project agreement and budget transfers (All Aye)
• Approved vouchers as presented (All Aye)

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

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners held a Directors Meeting on February 20, 2024, in Gillette, Wyoming. The minutes record updates and discussion on the Human Resources Department, Camporee, the FY 2022/23 audit, and a county board vacancy, but no decisions, votes, or approvals are recorded. Workshops were held on a State Shooting Complex Letter of Interest and with Dru Consulting. The meeting adjourned at 3:50 PM.

BOC - Public Land Board Meeting

The Board of Commissioners and Public Land Board held discussions regarding CAM-PLEX maintenance, vision, and the 2024-2025 capital requests budget. No formal actions were taken during the meeting.

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

The Board approved a proposal from Personal Frontiers Inc. for gambling addiction prevention and treatment. They also appointed three part-time magistrates and ratified two CARE Board appointments.

• Approved $45,553.22 Gambling Addiction Program Proposal from Personal Frontiers Inc. (All Aye)
• Approved Christina Porath, Ronald Wirthein, and Joshua Taylor as part-time magistrates (All Aye)
• Ratified CARE Board appointments of Amanda Muhlbauer and Taylor Jones (All Aye)
• Tabled Volunteer Board Appointment Policy #1.005 until May (4-1)
• Approved all Consent Agenda items, including road funding amendments and budget transfers (All Aye)
• Approved vouchers for January 17 and February 6, 2024 (All Aye)

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

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners met on February 5, 2024, for a Directors Meeting. The board received updates on human resources, public works projects and budget carryovers, and road and bridge projects, and held discussions on indigent burials and the Campbell County CARE Board 1% spending and board vacancies. A workshop was held regarding the State Shooting Complex. The board voted unanimously to convene into Executive Session to discuss matters posing a threat to security, then resumed and adjourned at 4:14 PM. No substantive decisions other than the executive session vote are recorded in these minutes.

• Voted unanimously (All Aye) to convene into Executive Session to discuss Matters Posing Threat to Security
• Meeting adjourned at 4:14 PM with no further business

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

The Board unanimously reappointed Ralph Kingan to the Joint Powers Regional Water Panel for a five-year term ending in 2028. They also accepted Lewis Barnum's resignation from the Airport Board and appointed William Rohan to fill the remaining term ending in 2025. The meeting included discussions on fire department budgets, staffing, and facilities, but no decisions were recorded on those topics.

• Reappointed Ralph Kingan to Joint Powers Regional Water Panel (5-year term ending Dec 31, 2028) (Unanimous)
• Accepted Lewis Barnum's resignation from Airport Board
• Appointed William Rohan to Airport Board (unexpired term ending Dec 31, 2025) (Unanimous)

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

The Campbell County Board of Commissioners approved a zoning request from Thunder Basin Coal Company to rezone 1,447.36 acres of coal operations from un-zoned to "I-2" Heavy Industrial, as recommended by the Planning Commission. The Board also approved a $117,458 HIDTA grant proposal for the Sheriff's Office for 2025, appointed members to the Adult Treatment Court Board, approved the FY2024-2025 budget message and calendar, and approved an endpoint security agreement with the Center for Internet Security. The Board tabled a decision on transferring the Accounting Manager position until April 2, 2024. All votes were unanimous; Commissioner Butch Knutson was absent.

• Approved Thunder Basin Coal Company zoning request (Case 23.08.COZ) to rezone 1,447.36 acres from un-zoned to "I-2" Heavy Industrial (All Aye)
• Approved HIDTA Program Grant Funding Proposal for Sheriff's Office, $117,458 for Jan 1, 2025–Dec 31, 2025 (All Aye)
• Approved appointments to Adult Treatment Court Board: Judge Paul Phillips, Greg Steward, Stephanie Humphrey, Nikki Bowden (All Aye)
• Approved Commissioner Designated Board Liaisons for 2024 (All Aye)
• Approved Budget Message and Calendar for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 (All Aye)
• Approved Memorandum of Agreement with Center for Internet Security for Endpoint Security Services (EDR) (All Aye)
• Tabled approval of transferring the Accounting Manager Position until April 2, 2024 (All Aye)
• Approved consent agenda including $1,840,000 payment obligation increase for Camporee contract and various budget transfers (All Aye)

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

The Board of Commissioners met with county managers to receive departmental updates and discuss administrative matters. No formal votes or substantive decisions were recorded during the meeting.

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

The Board appointed Del Shelstad as Chairman for 2024 and accepted the immediate resignation of Commissioner Colleen Faber. The Board also approved a ballot request for a specific purpose excise tax to be voted on in November 2024.

• Selected Del Shelstad as Chairman for 2024 (All Aye)
• Accepted resignation of Commissioner Colleen Faber (All Aye)
• Approved ballot request for a specific purpose excise tax not to exceed 1% for November 5, 2024 election (All Aye)
• Approved $340,000 budget amendment for CAM-PLEX to shift portable toilet funds to other capital expenses (All Aye)
• Designated Gillette News Record as official newspaper for 2024 (All Aye)
• Approved First Amendment to Lodging Tax Capital Construction Fund MOU (All Aye)
• Approved Resolution 3064 for Federal Forest Reserves Apportionment (All Aye)
• Appointed Mallory Riley as Defense Attorney on Juvenile & Family Drug Court Board (All Aye)

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

The Board of Commissioners received updates on public works, road and bridge projects, and emergency management. No substantive votes or final decisions were recorded; several items, including the Human Resource update and Budget Message, were tabled.

• Tabled Human Resource update
• Tabled Budget Message discussion