Green River public meetings in 2021
33 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council Meetings
The Green River City Council will hold a public hearing and first reading of an ordinance to rezone a vacant parcel at 645 W Flamingo Gorge Way from B-1 (General Business) to R-2 (Single Family Residential) so the petitioners can build a single-family home. The council will also consider awarding a $70,000 bid to J S Construction for the purchase and development of Lincoln School Addition Tracts B & C into 29 residential lots, and several other action items including a retainage release, a grant agreement, and a permit renewal.
- Rezoning of 645 W Flamingo Gorge Way from B-1 to R-2 for a single-family home
- Resolution to accept $70,000 bid from J S Construction for Lincoln School Addition Tracts B & C (29 lots)
- Release of $11,427.64 retainage to Longhorn Construction for 2021 Water Improvement Project
- Rejection of all bids for two backhoes (bids unsigned)
- Authorization to sign $400,000 WYDOT TAP grant for Riverside Memorial Park pathway and lighting
The Green River City Council approved a rezoning of 645 W Flaming Gorge Way from B-1 to R-2, sold municipal property to J S Construction for $70,000, and authorized several agreements and grants, including a $400,000 WYDOT grant for a pathway project. All motions passed unanimously.
- Approved rezoning 645 W Flaming Gorge Way from B-1 to R-2 (unanimous)
- Approved sale of Lincoln School Addition Tracts B & C to J S Construction for $70,000 (unanimous)
- Established restricted donation program for Police Department Therapy Canine (unanimous)
- Released $11,427.64 retainage to Longhorn Construction for 2021 Water Improvement Project (unanimous)
- Rejected all bids for two backhoes (unanimous)
- Authorized renewal permit application for Green River Transfer Station (unanimous)
- Authorized $400,000 WYDOT grant for Riverside Memorial Park Pathway and Lighting Project (unanimous)
- Authorized FEMA BRIC grant application submission (unanimous)
City Council Meetings
The Green River City Council will consider rejecting all bids for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Replacement Facility Project because both bids exceeded available funds and the low bid had a discrepancy in its DBE documents. They will also consider accepting a $70,000 bid from JS Construction for municipal property to develop 29 single-family lots, and renew a maintenance agreement with Core & Main for water meter equipment. The consent agenda includes a horse corral lease, a NetDMR agreement, a rodeo contract, a catering permit, and routine approvals.
- Reject all bids for Wastewater Treatment Plant Replacement Project (bids exceeded funds, low bid ineligible)
- Consider $70,000 bid from JS Construction for Lincoln School Addition Tracts B & C (29 single-family lots)
- Renew equipment maintenance and software subscription with Core & Main for water meter reading
- Approve horse corral lease with LisaBeth & Kolby Magee for corrals #72 & #73
- Approve $10,000/year stock contract with 7C Buckers Rodeo for Overland Stage Stampede Rodeo (2022-2023)
The Green River City Council rejected all bids for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Replacement Facility Project, authorizing staff to prepare a development agreement for the sale of municipal property (Lincoln School Addition Tracts B & C) to JS Construction, and approved a maintenance agreement with Core & Main. The consent agenda, including a rodeo contract and catering permit, was approved as a block.
- Rejected all bids for Wastewater Treatment Plant Replacement Project (motion carried)
- Authorized staff to prepare Development Agreement for sale of Lincoln School Addition Tracts B & C to JS Construction (motion carried)
- Approved equipment maintenance agreement and software subscription with Core & Main, pending legal approval (motion carried)
- Approved consent agenda including Horse Corral Lease with LisaBeth & Kolby Magee, NETDMR Subscriber Agreement, 7C Buckers Rodeo contract ($10,000/year for 2022-2023), catering permit for Tomahawk Tavern LLC, minutes, and bill payments (motion carried)
City Council Meetings
The Green River City Council will consider approving Change Order #1 for the 2021 Water Improvement Project, which increases pipe quantities and components to aid future water line construction on Indian Hills Drive. The council will also handle several consent agenda items, including catering permits and approval of bills.
- Change Order #1 for 2021 Water Improvement Project: $10,972.22
- Catering permit for Sands Buddha Bobs Liquor Catering (Tata 2021 Christmas Party, Dec 17)
- Catering permit for Ponderosa Bar (Muley Fanatic Foundation Christmas Party, Dec 11)
- Catering permit for Hitching Post Saloon (Holiday Business Showcase, Nov 19-20)
- Approval of bills: prepaid $227,077.78, outstanding $358,888.59, payroll $266,727.29, preauthorization $1,065,000.00
The Green River City Council approved Change Order #1 for the 2021 Water Improvement Project in the amount of $10,972.22, authorizing the mayor to sign it. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included a state grant-in-aid form for Spaceport Day 2022, several catering permits for events at the Island Pavilion, minutes from November 2, and payment of bills totaling over $1.9 million. Two proclamations were issued for National Apprenticeship Week and Small Business Saturday. The meeting adjourned at 7:13 pm.
- Approved Change Order #1 for 2021 Water Improvement Project ($10,972.22)
- Authorized mayor to sign Certificate of State Grant-in-Aid for Spaceport Day 2022
- Issued catering permit to Lew's Inc. dba Sands Buddha Bobs for Tata 2021 Christmas Party
- Issued catering permit to Ponderosa Bar for Muley Fanatic Christmas Party
- Issued catering permits to Wild Horse Saloon, Inc. dba Hitching Post Saloon for Holiday Business Showcase
- Approved minutes from November 2, 2021 Council meeting
- Approved payment of bills: prepaid $227,077.78, outstanding $358,888.59, payroll $266,727.29, preauthorized $1,065,000.00
City Council Meetings
The Green River City Council will consider accepting a state homeland security grant to update firewalls and network switches. The council will also vote on releasing retainage for the 2021 Cape Seal Project and several lease agreements.
- Resolution to accept $30,339.05 in FY21 State Homeland Security Program Grant funds
- Release of $34,884.34 retainage to Advanced Paving & Construction, LLC for the 2021 Cape Seal Project
- Service agreement with Green River Chamber of Commerce for $95,000
- Approval of horse corral lease agreements for Jesslyn Mundy, Robert Horn, David Boes, and Brigette Thornburg
- Issuance of malt beverage permits to Heidi McCurtain for Inkfest 2021
The Green River City Council approved a resolution accepting $30,339.05 in grant funds from the Wyoming Office of Homeland Security to replace and update the city's firewall and network switches. The council also released $34,884.34 in retainage to Advanced Paving & Construction, LLC for the 2021 Cape Seal Project, and approved the FY21 State Homeland Security Program Grant Agreement. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved resolution R21-21 accepting $30,339.05 grant for firewall and network switch upgrades (unanimous)
- Released $34,884.34 retainage to Advanced Paving & Construction, LLC for 2021 Cape Seal Project (unanimous)
- Approved FY21 State Homeland Security Program Grant Agreement with Wyoming Office of Homeland Security (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including horse corral leases, $95,000 Chamber of Commerce service agreement, and 2022 MOU with Overland Stage Stampede Rodeo Committee (unanimous)
City Council Meetings
The Green River City Council will consider a budget resolution to accept CESF grant funds for purchasing portable radios. The meeting also includes appointments to the Green River Arts Council and various administrative approvals.
- Budget resolution to accept $145,182.84 in grant funds for police portable radios
- Appointment of Tiffany Asher to the Green River Arts Council for a 2-year term
- Appointment of Koral J. Salinas to the Green River Arts Council for a 2-year term
- Utility account credit of $267.30 for account 1091-006
- Catering permit issuance for Tomahawk Tavern, LLC at Expedition Island
The Green River City Council approved a budget resolution accepting a CESF grant from the Division of Criminal Investigation to fund portable radios for the Police Department. The council also confirmed two appointments to the Arts Council and approved the consent agenda, including a utility credit, a catering permit, minutes, and bill payments.
- Approved budget resolution R21-20 accepting $145,182.84 CESF grant for police radios (unanimous)
- Confirmed Tiffany Asher to Green River Arts Council for 2-year term (unanimous)
- Confirmed Koral J. Salinas to Green River Arts Council for 2-year term (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including utility credit of $267.30, catering permit for Tomahawk Tavern, minutes, and bill payments (unanimous)
City Council Meetings
The Green River City Council is meeting to consider several action items, including awarding a demolition contract for two unused water tanks, approving agreements for new columbaria at Riverview Cemetery, engineering services for the Recreation Center roof repair, a lease with Southwest Wyoming BMX, and accepting a federal grant for the police department. The agenda also includes proclamations, citizen comments, and a consent agenda with routine approvals.
- Award $17,999 bid to Jackman Construction for demolition of Hutton and Linwood tanks
- Approve $34,807 agreement with Sunset Memorial and Stone for two 40 double-niche granite columbaria
- Approve $14,850 agreement with McNeil Engineering for Recreation Center roof repair consulting
- Approve lease with Southwest Wyoming BMX for BMX and pump track at Stratton-Myers Park
- Accept $145,182.84 CESF grant for police department
The City Council approved all agenda items, including awarding the 2021 Hutton and Linwood Tanks Demolition Project to Jackman Construction for $17,999, approving agreements for columbaria and engineering services, and accepting a $145,182.84 CESF grant. The consent agenda, including software maintenance, minutes, and bill payments, was also approved.
- Awarded tank demolition bid to Jackman Construction for $17,999
- Approved columbaria agreement with Sunset Memorial and Stone for $34,807
- Approved engineering services agreement with McNeil Engineering for $14,850
- Approved lease with Southwest Wyoming BMX for a pump track
- Accepted FY 2020 CESF Grant of $145,182.84
- Approved consent agenda including software maintenance and bill payments
City Council Meetings
The Green River City Council will hold a workshop on September 28, 2021, regarding the management of deer within city limits. A backup presentation will be provided during the meeting.
- Presentation on management of deer within city limits
The City Council held a workshop with no formal votes. They discussed deer management, agreeing there is no problem and supporting education efforts. They also discussed Rocky Mountain Power's plan to repair the diversion dam and a potential safety issue on E Teton Street, which staff will research.
- Consensus that deer population is not a problem; education efforts supported
- Agreed to support Rocky Mountain Power's diversion dam repairs
- Staff to research safety concerns on E Teton Street by Edgewater Park
City Council Meetings
The Green River City Council held a special meeting and approved a catering permit for Embassy LLC, dba Embassy Tavern, to serve alcoholic beverages at the End of Summer Street Dance on September 25, 2021. The permit covers the barricaded area on Railroad Avenue between the Embassy Tavern and the Ponderosa Bar, from 6 pm to 2 am. The motion was made by Council Member Zimmerman, seconded by Bushman, and carried. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved catering permit for Embassy LLC dba Embassy Tavern for End of Summer Street Dance (motion carried)
City Council Meetings
The Green River City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a special use permit for Wyoming.com to build a 40-foot high-speed internet tower on Mansface Mountain, within the Bronze Belt Conservation Overlay District. The council will also consider accepting a sculpture donation, approving a change order for the 2021 Cape Seal Project, submitting a FEMA grant notice, and approving a memorandum of understanding for a potential 1% excise tax ballot measure. Several routine items are on the consent agenda, including leases, permits, and bill payments.
- Special use permit for 40-ft internet tower on Mansface Mountain (Bronze Belt Conservation Overlay District)
- Change Order #1 for 2021 Cape Seal Project: $24,650 increase for asphalt patching
- MOU with Rock Springs and Sweetwater County for 1% excise sales tax on November 2, 2021 ballot
- Accept donation of two Heron sculptures from Green River Development Fund
- FEMA Hazard Mitigation Program Notice of Interest for Killdeer Wetland diversion structure repairs
City Council Meetings
The Green River City Council will vote on several action items, including the final approval of a restaurant liquor license and the release of retainage for a completed water project. The council will also approve a $31,050 contract for police vehicle cameras and sign agreements for a state highway safety grant. Routine business includes approving printer maintenance contracts and paying over $1.9 million in bills and payroll.
- Approve new restaurant liquor license for Wendy Bird (dba Birds Nest Restaurant) for Sept 8, 2021–March 31, 2022
- Approve Deductive Change Order #1 and release $33,218.93 retainage to Kilgore Companies, LLC for Monroe & East Teton Water Project
- Approve $31,050 quote and Master Customer Agreement with Motorola Solutions, Inc./WatchGuard Video for police in-car cameras
- Approve Wyoming Highway Safety Selective Traffic Enforcement Grant agreements with WYDOT for Federal Fiscal Year 2022
- Approve printer maintenance agreements with Copier & Supply Co. Inc.
The Green River City Council approved a new restaurant liquor license for Wendy Y. Bird, dba Birds Nest Restaurant, for September 8, 2021 through March 31, 2022. The council also approved a deductive change order for the Monroe & East Teton Water Project, a Motorola Solutions equipment agreement, and Wyoming Highway Safety grant agreements. All motions passed unanimously.
- Approved new restaurant liquor license for Birds Nest Restaurant (unanimous)
- Approved Monroe & East Teton Water Project Change Order #1, deductive $33,218.93, and release of retainage to Kilgore Companies, LLC (unanimous)
- Approved Motorola Solutions/WatchGuard Video quote and master agreement, $31,050 (unanimous)
- Approved Wyoming Highway Safety Selective Traffic Enforcement Grant agreements with WYDOT (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including catering permit, printer service agreements, minutes, and bill payments (unanimous)
City Council Meetings
The City Council will consider a resolution to increase fiscal year carryover funds by $59,316,300. The meeting also includes decisions on police equipment, committee appointments, and various service contracts.
- Resolution to increase Fiscal Year Carryover funds by $59,316,300
- Bid award to Spradley Barr Motors for $387,259 for six police SUVs and one fire truck
- Acceptance of $5,000 State Farm Foundation grant and $600 donation for a driving simulator
- Authorization for a $110,000 sub-grant application for new portable radios
- Approval of $95,532 in community service contracts for various local organizations
The Green River City Council approved a resolution increasing city funds for fiscal year 2022 carryover projects by $59,316,300. They also accepted grant funds and donations for a police driving simulator, awarded a bid for new police and fire vehicles, and approved several other contracts and permits. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved $59,316,300 FY2022 carryover projects resolution
- Accepted $5,000 State Farm Foundation grant for GRPD driving simulator
- Accepted $600 Green River Fire Department donation for GRPD driving simulator
- Awarded bid for 6 patrol SUVs and 1 fire command vehicle to Spradley Barr Motors
- Approved city-wide printer maintenance agreement with Copier & Supply Co, Inc.
- Authorized CESF sub-grant application for $145,182.84 for portable radios
- Approved FY2022 community service contracts totaling $95,532
- Issued catering permit to Wild Horse Saloon for Art on the Green event
City Council Meetings
The Green River City Council is meeting to consider two main action items: awarding the sale of municipal property (Lincoln School Addition Tracts B & C) to a bidder, and approving a contract for a new 144-niche columbarium at Riverview Cemetery. The agenda also includes routine items like proclamations, catering permits, minutes approval, and bill payments.
- Consider awarding sale of Lincoln School Addition Tracts B & C (8.7 acres, appraised at $100,000) to William H. Smith and Associates, Inc.
- Approve agreement with Coldspring for a 144-niche granite columbarium at Riverview Cemetery for $34,440
- Issue catering permit to The Wild Horse Saloon for a wedding at Expedition Island on Aug 14
- Issue catering permit to Tomahawk Tavern for a poker run event on North Center Street on Aug 28
- Approve payments: prepaid $90,437.74, outstanding $242,189.25, payroll $694,847.36, preauthorization $1,065,000.00
The City Council voted 4-3 to reject the bid for the sale of Lincoln School Addition Tracts B & C and authorized staff to re-advertise the sale at a later date. The council also approved an agreement with Coldspring for a 144-niche granite columbarium at a cost of $34,440, pending legal approval. Several consent agenda items were approved, including catering permits and payment of bills.
- Rejected bid for sale of Lincoln School Addition Tracts B & C (4-3)
- Authorized staff to re-advertise the Lincoln School property sale
- Approved agreement with Coldspring for 144-niche columbarium, $34,440, pending legal approval
- Approved catering permit for Wild Horse Saloon at Expedition Island wedding on Aug 14
- Approved catering permit for Tomahawk Tavern at American Legion Post 28 event on Aug 28
- Approved minutes for July 6 and July 13 council meetings
- Approved payment of bills totaling $2,092,474.35
City Council Meetings
The Green River City Council will consider several action items, including a special use permit for an 80-foot cellular tower, a service line agreement with Dominion Energy, a memorandum of understanding with Rock Springs for a joint biosolids program, and awarding the 2021 Water Improvement Project. The agenda also includes routine items like board appointments, catering permits, and bill payments.
- Special use permit for 80' lattice cellular tower at 380 Uinta Drive (Union Telephone Company)
- Service line agreement with Dominion Energy for Shoshone Pump Station ($392.58)
- MOU with Rock Springs to investigate joint biosolids handling program
- Award 2021 Water Improvement Project to Longhorn Construction ($217,580.50)
- Award materials testing contract to JFC Engineers ($7,450)
The Green River City Council approved a special use permit for Union Telephone Company to build an 80-foot lattice cellular tower at 380 Uinta Drive, with a 5-2 vote. The council also approved a service line agreement with Dominion Energy for $392.58, a memorandum of understanding with Rock Springs to study a joint biosolids program, and awarded contracts for the 2021 Water Improvement Project. The consent agenda, including various permits and payments, was approved as a block.
- Approved special use permit for 80' cellular tower at 380 Uinta Drive (5-2)
- Approved Service Line Agreement with Dominion Energy for $392.58
- Authorized Mayor to sign MOU with Rock Springs for joint biosolids study
- Awarded 2021 Water Improvement Project to Longhorn Construction for $217,580.50
- Awarded materials testing contract to JFC Engineers for $7,450
- Approved Sweetwater Smoke agreement for Art on the Green banquet deposit of $968.75
- Approved consent agenda including catering, liquor, and malt beverage permits
- Approved payment of bills totaling over $2.2 million
City Council Meetings
The Green River City Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss a special use permit request for an 80-foot lattice cellular tower by Union Telephone Company, hear a presentation from South Wyoming BMX, and continue a discussion on community pride and volunteerism. No final votes are scheduled; items are for discussion and presentation only.
- Special use permit request for 80' lattice cellular tower by Union Telephone Company
- Presentation by South Wyoming BMX
- Continued discussion on community pride and volunteerism
The City Council held a workshop on July 13, 2021, with no formal votes. They heard a request from Southwest Wyoming BMX to convert the existing bike park at Stratton Myers into a BMX track, and a request for a special use permit for an 80-foot lattice cellular tower by Union Telephone Company. Council agreed to add the cell tower request to the July 20 agenda for further consideration. No decisions were made on the BMX proposal or other items.
- Agreed to add Union Telephone's special use permit request to July 20 agenda
- Heard BMX track proposal; no action taken
- Continued discussion on Community Pride and Volunteerism; no decision
City Council Meetings
The Green River City Council is meeting to decide on an 80-foot cellular tower special use permit, approve a WYDOT grant application for a park pathway, and consider several contracts and appointments. The agenda also includes a public hearing on the tower and routine consent items like permits and bill payments.
- Public hearing and resolution for 80' lattice cellular tower special use permit at 380 Uinta Drive (Union Telephone Company)
- Resolution authorizing WYDOT Transportation Alternatives Program grant application for Riverside Memorial Park pathway replacement and lighting
- Amendment #13 to Landfill Engineering Services Agreement with Inberg Miller Engineers for $12,500
- Memorandum of Understanding with Sweetwater County Economic Development Coalition for $30,000
- Appointment of Jason Palmer to Sweetwater County Board of Health (4-year term)
The City Council approved a resolution to place a 1% general revenue sales/use tax increase on the November 2, 2021 ballot, pending concurrence from other Sweetwater County municipalities. The council also tabled a special use permit for a cellular tower to gather more public input, and approved several routine items including a landfill engineering contract amendment and a $30,000 MOU with the Sweetwater Economic Development Coalition.
- Approved resolution to place 1% sales tax increase on Nov 2, 2021 ballot (unanimous)
- Tabled 80' cellular tower special use permit for more public input (6-1, Zimmerman opposing)
- Approved $12,500 amendment to landfill engineering services agreement with Inberg Miller Engineers
- Approved $30,000 MOU with Sweetwater Economic Development Coalition, pending legal approval
- Approved consent agenda including $1,000 grant for Tough Turkey Volleyball Tournament and malt beverage permit for July 16 concert
- Confirmed Jason Palmer to Sweetwater County Board of Health for 4-year term
- Approved submission of WYDOT TAP grant application for Riverside Memorial Park Pathway project
City Council Meetings
The City Council approved the FY2022 budget, fee schedule, and wages for elected and appointed officials. It also approved several resolutions and contracts, including a liquor license transfer, a new pickup purchase, and a utility rate study. All votes were unanimous unless noted.
- Adopted FY2022 budget resolution (unanimous)
- Adopted FY2022 fee schedule (unanimous)
- Adopted wages for elected and appointed officials for FY2022 (unanimous)
- Approved liquor license transfer from Red Horse Oil to CF Altitude (unanimous)
- Awarded bid for new 4WD pickup to Spradley Barr Motors for $29,486 (unanimous)
- Approved utility rate study agreement with NewGen Strategies for $39,500 (unanimous)
- Authorized submission of ARPA funds packet to Wyoming Governor's Office (unanimous)
- Authorized WYDOT grant application for Riverside Memorial Park pathway (unanimous)
City Council Meetings
This is a City Council workshop meeting with presentations and discussions on the Green River Greenbelt, correspondence regarding the diversion dam, and a continuation of the discussion on community pride and volunteerism. The agenda also includes the City Administrator's report and board updates. No formal votes or decisions are listed.
- Presentation on Green River Greenbelt by John Freeman
- Discussion of diversion dam correspondence
- Continued discussion on community pride and volunteerism
- City Administrator's report
- Mayor and Council board updates and reports
The City Council held a workshop with no formal votes. They reached a consensus that the Diversion Dam should be removed and are drafting a letter to send to all involved entities once finalized. They also received updates on the Greenbelt Taskforce plans and continued a discussion on Community Pride and Volunteerism.
- Reached consensus to remove the Diversion Dam and draft a letter to involved entities
- Received update on Greenbelt Taskforce future plans
- Continued discussion on Community Pride and Volunteerism
City Council Meetings
The Green River City Council will consider several action items, including a $5,000 grant agreement with the Wyoming Department of Agriculture, a contract with Rocky Mountain Power for electrical service at the new wastewater treatment plant, and the release of a bid security for the Lincoln School Addition Tracts B & C. They will also authorize advertising for bids to sell the same property. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as retainage release, licenses, permits, and payment of bills.
- Approve $5,000 WEIMP Grant Agreement with Wyoming Department of Agriculture
- Authorize Mayor to sign General Service Contract with Rocky Mountain Power for new wastewater plant
- Release $5,000 bid security to New Peak Construction for Lincoln School Addition Tracts B & C
- Authorize invitation for bids for sale of Lincoln School Addition Tracts B & C (8.75 acres, appraised $100,000)
- Approve liquid waste hauler license for Jackman Construction on behalf of Love's Travel Center
The Green River City Council approved several routine items, including a $5,000 grant agreement with the Wyoming Department of Agriculture and a power service contract with Rocky Mountain Power for the new wastewater treatment plant. A motion to release the 2017 bid security to New Peak Construction for the Lincoln School Addition Tracts B & C failed, and the council instead authorized advertising an invitation for bid for the sale of those properties. The consent agenda, including permits, contracts, and payments, was approved as a block.
- Approved 2021 WEIMP Grant Agreement with Wyoming Dept. of Agriculture ($5,000)
- Authorized Mayor to sign General Service Contract with Rocky Mountain Power for wastewater plant
- Motion to release 2017 bid security to New Peak Construction failed (1-4)
- Authorized staff to advertise Invitation for Bid for sale of Lincoln School Addition Tracts B & C
- Approved consent agenda including retainage release, contracts, permits, and payments
- Confirmed appointment of Dick Blust Jr. to Historic Preservation Commission
City Council Meetings
The Green River City Council will consider several resolutions and action items, including budget transfers, a contract amendment for wastewater surveillance, and multiple grant applications. The most significant item is awarding the 2021 Cape Seal paving project to Advanced Paving & Construction for $673,036.80. The agenda also includes routine consent items and reports.
- Resolution to transfer $19,000 from Mosquito Program to Cemetery Program
- Resolution to add $50,000 to Pavement Management Capital Projects Fund
- Amended contract with Wyoming Department of Health for wastewater COVID surveillance
- Award 2021 Cape Seal Project to Advanced Paving & Construction for $673,036.80
- Task Order Two with APCO, Inc. for SCADA design, $316,100
The Green River City Council approved several resolutions and contracts, including moving $19,000 from the Mosquito Program to the Cemetery Program and $50,000 to the Pavement Management Project. They awarded the 2021 Cape Seal Project to Advanced Paving & Construction for $673,036.80 and approved a $316,100 SCADA design agreement with APCO, Inc. A motion to authorize a $5,000 grant application to the Human Society of the United States failed due to lack of a second. The consent agenda, including permits and bill payments, was approved.
- Approved $19,000 transfer from Mosquito to Cemetery Program (R21-06)
- Approved $50,000 increase to Pavement Management Project (R21-07)
- Authorized amended contract with Wyoming Dept. of Health for wastewater COVID surveillance
- Awarded 2021 Cape Seal Project to Advanced Paving & Construction for $673,036.80
- Approved Task Order Two with APCO, Inc. for SCADA design, $316,100
- Authorized Parks & Rec to apply for $15,000 energy retrofit grant for cemetery VFD controller
- Denied Police Dept. grant application to Human Society of the United States ($5,000) - motion died
- Approved Police Dept. application for $125,000 Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Grant
City Council Meetings
The Green River City Council is holding a workshop to receive a presentation on the FY2022 budget and continue a discussion on community pride and volunteerism. The meeting also includes reports from the city administrator and updates from the mayor and council.
- FY2022 budget presentation
- Continuation of discussion on community pride and volunteerism
- City administrator's report
- Mayor and council board updates and reports
The City Council held a workshop with no formal votes. They reviewed the FY2022 Budget presentation, discussed community service funding and equipment replacement, and continued a prior discussion on community pride and volunteerism, including updates on the Diversion Dam and URA/Main Street. The meeting was informational only.
- Reviewed FY2022 Budget presentation
- Discussed community service funding and requested clarification on funding requests
- Continued discussion on Community Pride and Volunteerism
- Received updates on Diversion Dam Safety Issues and URA/Main Street
City Council Meetings
The Green River City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution for a special use permit allowing an 8-foot security fence with barbed wire at 2670 Hitching Post Drive. The council will also vote on dissolving the Communities Protecting the Green Committee and forming the Sweetwater County Water Users Coalition, including appointing board members. Several proclamations and routine consent items are on the agenda.
- Public hearing and resolution for 8-foot security fence with barbed wire at 2670 Hitching Post Drive
- Dissolution of Communities Protecting the Green Committee and formation of Sweetwater County Water Users Coalition
- Appointments to Sweetwater County Water Users Coalition: Jason Palmer, Bryan Seppie, Richard Mathey
- Release retainage for 2020 Green Waste Processing Project to Longhorn Construction, Inc. ($4,882.25)
- Approval of agreements with Long Building Technologies for Exacq VMS ($4,022), S2 licensing ($11,882), and badge software ($4,853)
The Green River City Council approved a special use permit for an 8-foot security fence with barbed wire at 2670 Hitching Post Drive, and authorized the dissolution of the Communities Protecting the Green Committee. The council also approved a cooperative agreement forming the Sweetwater County Water Users Coalition and appointed its board members. Several consent agenda items were approved, including liquor license transfers and technology agreements.
- Approved special use permit for 8-foot security fence with barbed wire at 2670 Hitching Post (unanimous)
- Authorized dissolution of Communities Protecting the Green Committee (unanimous)
- Approved cooperative agreement forming Sweetwater County Water Users Coalition (unanimous)
- Appointed Jason Palmer, Bryan Seppie, and Richard Mathey to Sweetwater County Water Users Coalition (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including liquor license transfers, retainage release of $4,882.25, and technology agreements totaling $20,757 (unanimous)
- Confirmed reappointment of Dan Chetterbock to Parks & Recreation Advisory Board (unanimous)
- Approved resolution recognizing National Economic Development Week (unanimous)
City Council Meetings
This is a City Council workshop meeting with no formal votes or public hearings. The main items are an update from Public Works on the Flaming Gorge corridor study and a continued discussion on community pride and volunteerism. The agenda also includes the city administrator's report and board updates.
- Update by Public Works on the Flaming Gorge corridor study
- Continued discussion on community pride and volunteerism
- City administrator's report
- Mayor and council board updates and reports
The City Council workshop on April 27, 2021, included a presentation from Public Works on the Flaming Gorge Corridor Study and plans for Flaming Gorge Way improvements. The council also continued discussions on community pride and volunteerism, with a resident offering to volunteer for Main Street. No formal decisions or votes were taken during the workshop.
- No formal decisions or votes were recorded during the workshop
City Council Meetings
The City Council is reviewing a bid award for police body cameras and several resolutions to accept grant funds for parks and recreation. The agenda also includes appointments, lease agreements, and a change order for green waste processing.
- Awarding of $43,444.30 contract to WatchGuard Video, Inc. for police body cameras
- Resolution to accept $6,791 in Rec Mil Grant funds for gymnastics mats
- Resolution to accept $3,750 grant from Rocky Mountain Power Foundation for tree replacement
- Authorization of a $1,000 grant application for the Tough Turkey Volleyball Tournament
- Deductive change order of $11,979.98 for the 2020 Green Waste Processing Project
The Green River City Council approved several routine items, including awarding a $43,444.30 contract for police body cameras to Watchguard Video, Inc., and accepting grant funds for gymnastics mats and tree replacement. All motions passed unanimously.
- Awarded police body camera bid to Watchguard Video, Inc. for $43,444.30 (unanimous)
- Accepted Rec Mil Grant funds of $6,791 from Sweetwater County School District #2 for gymnastics mats (unanimous)
- Accepted Rocky Mountain Power Foundation grant of $3,750 for tree replacement (unanimous)
- Approved grant application to Sweetwater County Joint Travel and Tourism Board for $1,000 for volleyball tournament (unanimous)
- Approved Change Order #1 for 2020 Green Waste Processing Project, deductive $11,979.98 (unanimous)
- Approved District 4 Annual Operating Plan Agreement, pending legal review (unanimous)
- Confirmed Bonnie Tippy to URA-Main Street Board (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including horse corral leases and bill payments (unanimous)
City Council Meetings
The agenda consists of procedural items for a council workshop. The meeting includes presentations and reports from the City Administrator, Mayor, and Council Board.
The City Council held a workshop to discuss community pride, communication, and volunteerism. No formal decisions were made; members only talked about potential topics such as water safety, beautification, and local business support.
City Council Meetings
The Green River City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a new retail liquor license for Tomahawk Tavern, LLC. They will also consider several other items, including a tourism grant, concession stand contracts, and an amended urban systems agreement. The agenda includes proclamations, citizen comments, and a consent agenda with routine approvals.
- Public hearing and vote on new retail liquor license for Tomahawk Tavern, LLC
- Approval of $2,500 Sweetwater County Joint Travel and Tourism grant for Art on the Green
- Award concession stand contracts for Stratton Myers and Veterans Parks to The Snak Shak, LLC
- Authorize submission of WEIMP grant for mosquito control
- Consent agenda includes fireworks contract, catering permits, and liquor license transfers
The Green River City Council approved a new retail liquor license for Tomahawk Tavern, LLC, effective April 7, 2021 through March 31, 2022, pending legal approval. The council also approved a $2,500 Sweetwater County tourism grant for the 2021 Art on the Green event, awarded concession stand operations at two parks to The Snak Shak, LLC, and authorized the mayor to sign an amended cooperative agreement for the Urban Systems Program. Additionally, the council approved a consent agenda covering contracts, write-offs, utility credits, catering permits, and bill payments.
- Approved the agenda as presented.
- Approved a new retail liquor license for Tomahawk Tavern, LLC, for April 7, 2021 to March 31, 2022, pending legal approval.
- Approved a $2,500 Sweetwater County Joint Travel and Tourism Grant for the 2021 Art on the Green event.
- Awarded concession stand operations at Stratton Myers and Veterans Parks to The Snak Shak, LLC for the 2021 season, pending legal approval.
- Authorized the mayor to sign the Amended and Restated Cooperative Agreement for the Urban Systems Program with WYDOT and Sweetwater County.
- Authorized the Parks & Recreation Department to submit a 2021 WEIMP Grant application to the Wyoming Department of Agriculture.
- Approved the consent agenda, including the July 4 fireworks contract, write-offs, utility credit, catering permits, liquor license transfer, payment agreement, minutes, and bill payments.
City Council Meetings
The Green River City Council will consider several action items, including approving a $100,610 federal HIDTA grant for a police officer dedicated to drug investigations, awarding a construction bid for ADA improvements on East Teton Boulevard, and approving a lease with Wyoming.com for a cell tower site. The agenda also includes consent items for routine agreements and bill payments.
- Approve 2021 HIDTA sub-contract award of $100,610 for drug task force officer
- Award ADA Improvements Phase II project to DeBernardi Construction for $167,455 (base bid) plus $31,745 (alternate)
- Approve professional services contract with JFC Engineers for $6,848.60 for materials testing on ADA project
- Approve site lease with Wyoming.com for 10'x10' land on Mansface for $1,000 annually
- Approve renovation of Mast Lounge at 24 East Flaming Gorge Way
The Green River City Council approved the 2021 HIDTA sub-contract award of $100,610, awarded the CD20304 ADA Improvements Phase II project to DeBernardi Construction Company for $167,455, and approved a professional services contract with JFC Engineers for $6,848.60. It also approved a site lease with Wyoming.com for $1,000 annually, an alteration/renovation for Budy, Inc. dba Mast Lounge, and the consent agenda items including payments and agreements. All motions carried unanimously.
- Approved 2021 HIDTA Sub-Contract Award of $100,610, authorizing Mayor and Chief Jarvie to sign, pending legal approval.
- Awarded CD20304 ADA Improvements Phase II Project to DeBernardi Construction Company, Inc. for $167,455 (Base Bid), authorizing Mayor to sign contract.
- Awarded Professional Services Contract to JFC Engineers for construction materials testing for ADA Phase II, $6,848.60, authorizing Mayor to sign.
- Approved site lease agreement with Wyoming.com for Mansface site at $1,000 annually, authorizing Mayor to sign.
- Approved revised alteration for Budy, Inc. dba Mast Lounge at 24 East Flaming Gorge Way per 2018 International Building Codes and city permit.
- Approved consent agenda: Business Associate Agreement with Willis Towers Watson West Inc., Green River Development Fund agreement ($15,000), OCDETF agreement, and bill payments totaling $2,029,826.81.
City Council Meetings
This is a City Council workshop meeting with no formal votes scheduled. The council will hear presentations on a disc golf course and recreation center security cameras, followed by the city administrator's report and board updates.
- Presentation on disc golf course
- Presentation on recreation center security cameras
- City administrator's report
- Mayor and council board updates
The City Council discussed a proposed disc golf course and agreed they support the concept but not the Scott's Bottom location, after opposition from Wyoming Game & Fish, the Greenbelt Task Force, and some residents. Staff will work with Mr. Doak and Mr. King to find an alternate location. The council also heard a presentation on adding security cameras to the Recreation Center, which would require policy changes since the employee handbook currently prohibits cameras. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was a workshop.
- Discussed disc golf course: Council supports the course but not the Scott's Bottom location; staff to seek alternate site.
- Discussed Recreation Center security cameras: noted policy changes would be needed; no decision made.
City Council Meetings
The Green River City Council will hold a workshop to discuss ambulance services in Sweetwater County, followed by a regular meeting. The council will consider approving a $6,000 contract for a trained therapy dog for the police department, a $60,000 custodial services contract for the Recreation Center, and several consent agenda items including board reappointments, event MOUs, and 24-hour bar openings.
- Discussion on ambulance services in Sweetwater County
- Contract with Duty Dogs for therapy dog Buddy, $6,000
- Custodial services contract with Castle Cleaning Company, $60,000
- Reappointments of Barry Tippy and Edward McPherson to Airport Advisory Board
- Approval of 24-hour bar openings for 2021 (St. Patrick's Day, Flaming Gorge Days, Halloween, New Year's Eve)
The Green River City Council approved a $6,000 contract with Duty Dogs to purchase and train a therapy dog named Buddy, and a $60,000 custodial services contract with Castle Cleaning Company for the Recreation Center. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included liquor license special openings, a horse corral lease, and bill payments. A citizen's request to reconsider a building alteration was not granted unless updated plans were provided.
- Approved $6,000 contract with Duty Dogs for therapy dog Buddy
- Approved $60,000 custodial contract with Castle Cleaning Company for Recreation Center
- Approved consent agenda including liquor special openings, corral lease, and bill payments
- Reappointed Barry Tippy to Airport Advisory Board (4-year term)
- Reappointed Edward McPherson to Airport Advisory Board (4-year term)
- Denied reconsideration of Mast Lounge alteration without updated plans
City Council Meetings
The Green River City Council will consider awarding the Monroe & East Teton Water Project to Lewis & Lewis, Inc. for $404,880.51, along with a materials testing contract. They will also vote on several grant applications, including a $317,772.27 AFG grant for fire radios and a SAFER grant for fire staffing, and approve liquor license renewals. The agenda includes appointments to the WYDOT advisory committee and a proclamation for Random Acts of Kindness Day.
- Award Monroe & East Teton Water Project to Lewis & Lewis, Inc. for $404,880.51
- Award materials testing contract to Inberg Miller Engineers for $5,800
- Ratify AFG grant application for $317,772.27 for 48 portable radios
- Authorize SAFER grant application for fire department staffing
- Approve liquor license renewals for April 1, 2021 – March 31, 2022
The Green River City Council approved the agenda, heard a liquor license renewal public hearing with no comments, and confirmed five appointments to the WYDOT advisory committee. They awarded the Monroe & East Teton Water Project to Lewis & Lewis, Inc. for $404,880.51 and a materials testing contract to Inberg Miller Engineers for $5,800. They also ratified an AFG grant application for fire radios, authorized a SAFER grant application, and approved several other grant applications and liquor license renewals.
- Awarded Monroe & East Teton Water Project to Lewis & Lewis, Inc. for $404,880.51
- Awarded materials testing contract to Inberg Miller Engineers for $5,800
- Ratified AFG grant application for $317,772.27 for 48 portable radios
- Authorized SAFER grant application for additional fire department staffing
- Approved Parks & Recreation grant application to Rocky Mountain Power Foundation for $7,500 for 42 trees
- Approved application to National Park Service RTCA for technical assistance
- Approved liquor license renewals for term April 1, 2021 to March 31, 2022
- Confirmed five appointments to WYDOT Green River Urban Systems Advisory Committee
City Council Meetings
The Green River City Council will consider authorizing the Police Department to apply for a Children's Trust Fund Grant to fund a therapy canine program for child victims. The council will also make several appointments to boards and committees, and approve consent agenda items including grant applications and fee waivers.
- Authorize police to seek Children's Trust Fund Grant for therapy canine
- Appoint Jim Zimmerman and Robert MacAdams to Airport Advisory Board
- Reappoint Gordon Gunter and Mark Westenskow to Airport Advisory Board
- Approve Rec Mil Funds: $18,750 for summer day camp, $6,791 for gymnastics mats, $6,280.86 for swim lessons
- Approve payment of bills: $86,753.06 prepaid, $167,348.17 outstanding, $633,256.00 payroll, $1,065,000.00 preauthorization
City Council Meetings
The Green River City Council is holding a workshop to review a proposal for a disc golf course in the Scott's Bottom area and receive an update on the Flaming Gorge Way corridor study. They will also review goals for the upcoming year and discuss the diversion dam. The meeting includes the city administrator's report and board updates.
- Disc golf course proposal in Scott's Bottom area
- Corridor study status update on Flaming Gorge Way
- Goal review for upcoming calendar year
- Diversion dam update and discussion
The City Council held a workshop with no formal votes or decisions. Presentations covered a proposed disc golf course at Scott's Bottom, an update on the Flaming Gorge Corridor Study, a review of annual goals, and a discussion on diversion dam safety measures. The meeting was informational only.
- No formal decisions or votes taken during the workshop
City Council Meetings
The Green River City Council is meeting to consider several items, including a request to apply for a second phase of airport runway grading through the Innovative Readiness Training program with the Wyoming National Guard. The council will also make board appointments, approve a trade agreement, a rodeo MOU, a liquor license alteration, and routine consent items like minutes and bill payments.
- Application for Innovative Readiness Training for airport runway grading Phase II
- Reappointment of Kim Strid to Joint Travel & Tourism Board (3-year term)
- Trade agreement between The Radio Network and Green River Recreation Center
- 2021 MOU with Overland Stage Stampede Rodeo Committee
- Approval of alteration/renovation for Mast Lounge at 24 East Flaming Gorge Way
The City Council held a joint special workshop with other local governments to discuss appointments to several regional commissions, including the Sweetwater Medics ambulance oversight, 6th Penny tax, and joint communications. No formal decisions were made; appointments for the airport and telecom commissions were deferred, and remaining items were postponed to the next joint meeting on February 3, 2021.
- Deferred airport commission appointment to a later date
- Deferred telecom commission appointment pending county board addition
- Postponed remaining agenda items to next joint meeting on Feb 3, 2021
City Council Meetings
The Green River City Council is meeting to handle routine business, including appointments, resolutions, and several action items. Key decisions include awarding a bid for the Recreation Center condenser replacement, ratifying a wastewater testing agreement with AquaVitas, LLC, and electing a council president and vice-president. The agenda also includes proclamations, citizen comments, and consent agenda items.
- Award bid to Long Building Technologies, Inc. for $55,642 for Recreation Center condenser replacement
- Ratify agreement with AquaVitas, LLC for wastewater testing for SARS-CoV-2
- Appoint two council members to Finance Committee
- Approve catering permit for Embassy Tavern at Music for Vets event
- Pay bills totaling $1,729,391.13 (prepaid, outstanding, payroll, preauthorization)
The Green River City Council approved a resolution designating bank depositories, awarded a $55,642 bid to Long Building Technologies for the Recreation Center condenser replacement, and ratified an agreement with AquaVitas for wastewater testing. They also made committee appointments and elected council officers. All actions were approved as recorded, with one abstention on the bank resolution.
- Approved agenda and recessed/reconvened (unanimous)
- Confirmed Killpack and Shutran to Finance Committee (unanimous)
- Approved R21-01 designating bank depositories (Shutran abstained)
- Awarded $55,642 bid to Long Building Technologies for condenser replacement (unanimous)
- Ratified AquaVitas wastewater testing agreement (unanimous)
- Elected Killpack as Council President, Shutran as Vice-President (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda: horse corral leases, catering permit, bill payments (unanimous)