Converse County public meetings in 2025
66 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Converse County Tourism
The Converse County Tourism Promotion Board approved the meeting minutes, the financial report covering $38,872.54 in invoices, and a $4,680 grant for the Annual Knight Kruisers Scholarship Car Show. The board also approved a $7,785 estimate for booth materials at the Wyoming Governor’s Hospitality & Tourism Convention and a website upgrade option estimated at $12,000‑$15,000 plus a $1,500 data‑tracking package. Finally, the board voted to continue its agreement with Sagebrush Marketing through June 2027.
- Approval of $38,872.54 in invoices (financial report)
- Grant of $4,680 to the Enterprise for the Knight Kruisers Scholarship Car Show
- Approval of $7,785 estimate for booth materials at the Governor’s Hospitality & Tourism Convention
- Approval of website upgrade option estimated at $12,000‑$15,000 plus $1,500 for data tracking
- Continuation of agreement with Sagebrush Marketing through June 2027
The board approved the November minutes and the financial report showing $38,872.54 in paid invoices. It also approved a $4,680 grant for the Knight Kruisers Scholarship Car Show, a $7,785 estimate for booth materials at the Governor’s Hospitality & Tourism Convention, and a website upgrade option costing $12,000‑$15,000 plus a $1,500 data package. Finally, the board accepted the continuation of the Sagebrush Marketing agreement through June 2027.
- Approved November 2025 minutes (motion carried)
- Approved financial report with $38,872.54 invoices paid (motion carried)
- Approved $4,680 grant for Annual Knight Kruisers Scholarship Car Show (motion carried)
- Approved $7,785 estimate for booth materials at Governor’s Hospitality & Tourism Convention (motion carried)
- Approved website upgrade – 3rd tier option $12,000‑$15,000 plus $1,500 data package (motion carried)
- Approved continuation of Sagebrush Marketing agreement through June 2027 (motion carried)
Joint Justice Joint Powers Board
The board will approve the minutes from the November 20, 2025 meeting. It will consider and approve communications and operations bills and invoices. The board will receive reports from the communications manager, advisory committee, and technical services.
- Approval of minutes from November 20, 2025
- Approval of communications bills and invoices
- Approval of operations bills and invoices
- Reception of communications manager report
- Reception of advisory committee and technical services updates
The Joint Justice Center Joint Powers Board approved the November 20, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved the November 2025 Communications invoices. It approved the December 2025 Operations invoices.
- Approved November 20, 2025 meeting minutes (all members aye)
- Approved November 2025 Communications invoices (all members aye)
- Approved December 2025 Operations invoices (all members aye)
County Planning and Zoning Board
The Converse County Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to conduct regular business. The primary item for discussion is the Phipps II Minor Subdivision.
- Phipps II Minor Subdivision
The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the November 18, 2025 meeting. It also approved the Phipps No. 2 Minor Subdivision application, requiring specific corrections to the plat. All three members present voted aye on both actions. No other business was decided.
- Approved November 18, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved Phipps No. 2 Minor Subdivision application with required plat corrections (unanimous)
County Commissioners
The Converse County Commission will vote on a resolution authorizing a delegated official for the Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality. The agenda also includes a delegation agreement with WY DEQ, an amendment to the child‑support cooperative agreement with the Wyoming Department of Family Services, and acceptance of the Chalk Buttes Road/Ridgewater Road reconstruction project. Additional items are bore permits for Anadarko and ONEOK on CR32/Highland Loop, a Glenrock Office renovation exploratory dig, and several board appointments.
- Resolution 20-25 authorizing the delegated official for the Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality
- Delegation Agreement between the Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality and Converse County
- Amendment One to the cooperative agreement with the Wyoming Department of Family Services (Child Support Program)
- Notice of Acceptance for the Chalk Buttes Road/Ridgewater Road Reconstruction Project
- Bore Permits for Anadarko E&P Onshore and ONEOK on CR32/Highland Loop
The board approved the Notice of Acceptability for the Chalk Buttes/Ridgewater Road reconstruction and authorized dust‑suppression work on Logston Lane. They voted to spend $76,800 immediately to the State of Wyoming under the 2022 Promissory Note and adopted the Wyoming DEQ Delegation Agreement, naming County Surveyor Artie Schubert as the delegated official. Additional actions included updating septic‑system regulations and approving several construction permits and contracts.
- Approved Notice of Acceptability for Chalk Buttes/Ridgewater Road reconstruction (motion carried)
- Authorized magnesium‑chloride dust‑suppression on Logston Lane with Converse County School District (motion carried)
- Authorized immediate expenditure of $76,800 to the State of Wyoming per the Promissory Note (motion carried)
- Approved Wyoming DEQ Delegation Agreement and appointed Artie Schubert as Delegated Official (motion carried)
- Replaced Table 1 of County Rules and Regulations for septic systems with updated version (motion carried)
- Approved two bore permits (Anadarko E&P Onshore LLC and ONEOK) contingent upon payment (motion carried)
- Authorized up to $12,000 for exploratory digs by Pope Construction for the Glenrock Office Renovation (motion carried)
- Approved Notice of Additional Services with FDL Consulting and Western Heritage Consulting, up to $16,280, total contract $592,007 (motion carried)
County Commissioners
The Converse County Commission will review the Esterbrook Hazardous Fuel Reduction 2025 CAFA (Firewise) contract with Wyoming State Forestry. They will also consider a change order for the Animal Shelter Expansion Project and discuss proposed personnel policy revisions for the time‑and‑attendance system. Updates from the Glenrock Golf Club board and the Enterprise & ACT Work Ready Communities will be presented.
- Esterbrook Hazardous Fuel Reduction 2025 CAFA (Firewise) contract with Wyoming State Forestry
- Change Order No. 1 for the Animal Shelter Expansion Project
- Proposed personnel policy revisions for timekeeping and attendance
- Updates from Glenrock Golf Club Board members
- Updates from The Enterprise & ACT Work Ready Communities
The commissioners approved the November 2025 accounts payable totaling $3,791,644.51 and authorized several contracts, including a $243,000 fire‑wise fuel‑reduction agreement and a $1,640 change order for the animal shelter expansion. They granted authority to sell county vehicles at a minimum of 65 % of fair market value and approved auction applications for two surplus trucks. Applications from Laramie Peak Humane Society and Children’s Advocacy Project to participate in the public surplus property reallocation process were accepted. Finally, the board adopted a revised county personnel policy to take effect on January 1 2026.
- Approved November 2025 Accounts Payable ($3,791,644.51) – motion carried
- Approved Esterbrook Hazardous Fuel Reduction contract $243,000 – motion carried
- Approved Change Order No. 1 for Animal Shelter Expansion $1,640 – motion carried
- Authorized vehicle sales at ≥65 % fair market value when reserve not met – motion carried
- Approved auction applications for 2019 Ram 1500 (VIN #1C6RR7KT5KS717361) and 2015 Ram 2500 (VIN #3C6TR5DT0FG508341) – motion carried
- Approved Laramie Peak Humane Society participation in public surplus property reallocation – motion carried
- Approved Children’s Advocacy Project participation in public surplus property reallocation – motion carried
- Adopted revised Converse County Personnel Policy effective Jan 1 2026 – motion carried
County Commissioners
Commissioners will approve minutes and vouchers, receive updates from Technical Services and Road & Bridge, and consider several action items. Items include the Esterbrook Hazardous Fuel Reduction 2025 CAFA (Firewise) Contract with Wyoming State Forestry and Converse County, Change Order No. 1 for the Animal Shelter Expansion Project, revisions to County personnel policies, new timekeeping standards for supervisors and employees, and applications for public surplus auctions of 2019 and 2015 Ram trucks.
- Esterbrook Hazardous Fuel Reduction 2025 CAFA (Firewise) Contract with Wyoming State Forestry and Converse County
- Change Order No. 1, Animal Shelter Expansion Project
- Converse County Personnel Policy Revisions
- Timekeeping Standards for supervisors and employees
- Public Surplus Auction Applications for 2019 Ram 1500 and 2015 Ram 2500
The commissioners approved the November 2025 accounts payable totaling $3,791,644.51 and several contracts, including a $243,000 firewise fuel‑reduction agreement and a $1,640 change order for the animal shelter expansion. They authorized the sale of county vehicles at a minimum of 65% fair market value, approved two vehicle auction applications, and accepted surplus‑property participation applications from Laramie Peak Humane Society and Children’s Advocacy Project. Finally, they adopted the revised Converse County Personnel Policy to take effect on January 1, 2026.
- Approved $3,791,644.51 November 2025 accounts payable (motion carried)
- Approved $243,000 Esterbrook Hazardous Fuel Reduction contract (motion carried)
- Approved $1,640 Change Order No. 1 for Animal Shelter Expansion (motion carried)
- Authorized vehicle sales at ≥65% fair market value (motion carried)
- Approved auction applications for two county vehicles (motion carried)
- Approved Laramie Peak Humane Society surplus‑property participation (motion carried)
- Approved Children’s Advocacy Project surplus‑property participation (motion carried)
- Adopted revised Converse County Personnel Policy effective Jan 1 2026 (motion carried)
Converse County Tourism
The Converse County Tourism Promotion Board approved several grant requests, including $20,000 for the Glenrock Visitors Center, $2,000 for signage, and $450 for a small‑town competition entry. The board also authorized a one‑year advance payment of $1,258.29 for a storage unit and voted to advertise for a full‑time contractual Administrative Director. Additional actions included accepting a resignation and declining participation in the Oregon‑California Trails Auto Tour.
- Approved $20,000 grant to Elevate Glenrock and Glenrock Main Street for Glenrock Visitors Center (6 months)
- Approved $2,000 grant to Elevate Glenrock for Visitors Center signage
- Approved $450 grant to Glenrock Main Street for America’s Favorite Small Towns entry
- Approved payment of $1,258.29 for one‑year advance lease of storage unit ($114.39 per month)
- Motion passed to advertise for a full‑time contractual Administrative Director
The board approved three grant requests: $2,000 for Glenrock Visitors Center signage, $450 for a small‑town contest entry, and $20,000 to fund the Glenrock Visitors Center for six months. It also approved paying a year’s rent in advance for a new storage unit and accepted the resignation of administrative assistant Anna McClure. The board declined participation in the Oregon‑California Trails Auto Tour and authorized advertising for a full‑time Administrative Director.
- Approved $2,000 Elevate Glenrock signage grant (motion by JD Cox, seconded by Jane Garber, carries; Candace Benedetta abstained)
- Approved $450 Glenrock Main Street contest entry grant (motion by Jane Garber, seconded by Kris Mitchell, carries; Candace Benedetta abstained)
- Approved $20,000 funding for Glenrock Visitors Center (motion by JD Cox, seconded by Jane Garber, carries; Candace Benedetta abstained)
- Approved payment of one‑year advance rent for storage unit ($1,258.29) (motion by JD Cox, seconded by Vicki Widiker, carries)
- Declined participation in Oregon‑California Trails Auto Tour (board not interested)
- Accepted resignation of Anna McClure, CCTPB Administrative Assistant (board accepts resignation)
- Approved advertisement for a full‑time contractual Administrative Director (motion by Candace Benedetta, seconded by Jane Garber, carries)
- Approved nomination of Victor LeGloahec, Gina Kron, Carly Horr, Kris Mitchell to interview committee (motion by Candace Benedetta, seconded by Vicki Widiker, carries)
County Commissioners
The Converse County Commissioners held a work session on November 24, 2025. The agenda listed upcoming closed days for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day, as well as future commission and joint board meetings in December. No specific policy items or decisions were listed for this session.
The Board held a work session on November 24, 2025, to review recommended revisions to the Converse County Personnel Policy and discuss changes to biweekly pay, on‑call pay, accrued leave, donated leave, and holiday pay. The Commissioners directed County Clerk Karen Rimmer and Human Resources Director Kristin Watson to move forward with the revisions for presentation at a later meeting. No other actions were taken during the session.
- Directed County Clerk and HR Director to develop revised personnel policy for future presentation
Joint Justice Joint Powers Board
The Joint Justice Joint Powers Board will review and approve communications and operations invoices. It will receive reports from the communications manager, advisory committee, and technical services. The board will consider a vote on the LGLP. Routine items include approving minutes and setting the next meeting date.
- Approve communications invoices
- Approve operations invoices
- Vote on LGLP
- Approve meeting minutes
The board approved the October 16, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved the October 2025 Communications invoices and the November 2025 Operations invoices. Members nominated and confirmed Brad Basse to continue serving as LCLP President. No other actions were decided.
- Approved October 16, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved October 2025 Communications invoices (unanimous)
- Approved November 2025 Operations invoices (unanimous)
- Nominated Brad Basse to LCLP Board President (unanimous)
County Planning and Zoning Board
The Converse County Planning and Zoning Board will convene to approve prior meeting minutes and discuss non-traditional industrial developments. The meeting is scheduled for November 18, 2025, at the County Courthouse.
- Approval of Regular Minutes from July 22, 2025
- Discussion of non-traditional industrial developments
- Next meeting scheduled for December 16, 2025
The Converse County Planning & Zoning Commission approved the minutes from the June 17, 2025 meeting. The motion was moved by Dustin Ailport, seconded by Jared Vollman, and all members voted aye, carrying the motion. No other business was taken. The next meeting is set for December 16, 2025.
- Approved June 17, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
County Commissioners
The Converse County Commission will meet to discuss department updates and legal matters in executive session. The body is deciding on several land agreements, infrastructure permits, and a comprehensive plan for the City of Douglas.
- Resolution 19-25: Concurrence with City of Douglas 2025 Community Blueprint
- Change Order No. 1 for Jenne Trail Road Reconstruction Project Phase 2
- Quitclaim Deed for Olds Road from Converse County to City of Douglas
- Land Purchase Agreement between Converse County and B.K. Killion, LLC
- Bore Permit for Front Range Powerline at CR46/Twenty Mile Creek Road
The board approved a Land Purchase Agreement with B.K. Killion LLC to buy land around Ayres Natural Bridge Park for $1,695,000, with closing set for Jan 5 2026. Commissioners also concurred with the City of Douglas 2025 Community Blueprint, approved a change order reducing the Jenne Trail Road Phase 2 contract by $751,331.45, and adopted a new Public Health Cash and Fund Handling Policy. Additional actions included authorizing a bore permit for a powerline, a roadway use agreement, and a county‑wide cybersecurity consulting contract.
- Approved Land Purchase Agreement for Ayres Natural Bridge Park land, $1,695,000 (motion carried)
- Approved Resolution 19‑25 to concur with the City of Douglas 2025 Community Blueprint (motion carried)
- Approved Change Order No. 1 for Jenne Trail Road Phase 2, decreasing cost by $751,331.45 to $11,703,253.05 (motion carried)
- Approved Front Range Powerline 6" bore permit under CR46/Twenty Mile Creek Road (motion carried)
- Approved Roadway Use Agreement with 383 Construction LLC for 1.2 mi of CR1/Irvine Road, three‑year term (motion carried)
- Approved Public Health Cash and Fund Handling Policy (motion carried)
- Approved consulting agreement with Crowe Consulting LLP for county‑wide cybersecurity (motion carried)
- Approved quitclaim deed transferring Olds Road ownership to the City of Douglas (motion carried)
County Commissioners
The commission will review two bore permit applications for CR43 on Walker Creek Road, one from Thunder Creek Gas Services LLC and another from Devon Energy Production Co. They will also consider bids for materials testing on the Animal Shelter Expansion Project and adopt several resolutions, including Project Green Light for Veterans. The meeting includes a subrecipient agreement with WYDOT for the CMAQ FY2026 program.
- Bore Permit – Thunder Creek Gas Services LLC, CR43 Walker Creek Road
- Bore Permit – Devon Energy Production Co, CR43 Walker Creek Road
- Animal Shelter Expansion Project – consideration of bids for materials testing
- Resolution 16-25 – Project Green Light for Veterans
- Subrecipient Agreement – WYDOT and Converse County, CMAQ FY2026
The board approved the $30,100 bid from WLC Engineering for materials testing of the Animal Shelter Expansion Project. They authorized transfers of several county vehicles and approved a list of items for the public surplus auction. They approved a letter of engagement with Crowe Consulting for IT cybersecurity tabletop exercises. They adopted Resolution No. 16‑25 supporting Operation Green Light for Veterans.
- Approved WLC Engineering bid $30,100 for animal shelter expansion materials testing (motion carried)
- Authorized transfer of a Road & Bridge pickup and a detention transport van to Technical Services; transferred a Sheriff’s Office pickup to Road & Bridge; allowed Sheriff’s Office to retain two reserve vehicles (motion carried)
- Approved public surplus auction listings for specified pews and vehicles (motion carried)
- Authorized Chairman to enter letter of engagement with Crowe Consulting for IT cybersecurity tabletop exercises (motion carried)
- Approved October 2025 accounts payable totaling $5,182,275.75 (motion carried)
- Adopted Resolution No. 16‑25 supporting Operation Green Light for Veterans (motion carried)
County Commissioners
The Converse County Commission will consider several resolutions, including Project Green Light for Veterans, the 2026 holiday schedule, and the designation of the 250 Committee. It will also review a subrecipient agreement with WYDOT for the CMAQ program and evaluate bore permits for gas companies on Walker Creek Road. Additional items include updates on the county shooting range improvements, animal shelter expansion bids, and a request for a road and bridge on‑call policy.
- Resolution 16-25 Project Green Light for Veterans
- Resolution 17-25 Holiday Schedule 2026
- Resolution 18-25 Designation of 250 Committee
- Subrecipient Agreement between WYDOT and Converse County, CMAQ FY2026
- Bore Permits for Thunder Creek Gas Services LLC and Devon Energy Production Co on CR‑43 Walker Creek Road
The board approved the October 2025 accounts payable totaling $5,182,275.75. They approved a $30,100 bid from WLC Engineering for materials testing on the animal shelter expansion project. The commissioners authorized transfers of several county vehicles among departments and approved listing multiple surplus items for the public auction. They also authorized the chairman to sign a letter of engagement with Crowe Consulting for IT cybersecurity services.
- Approved $30,100 materials testing bid (WLC Engineering)
- Authorized transfer of a Road & Bridge pickup and a Detention transport van to Technical Services
- Authorized transfer of a Sheriff’s Office pickup to Road & Bridge
- Authorized the Sheriff’s Office to retain two reserve vehicles
- Approved public surplus auction listings for multiple pews, trucks, vans, and equipment
- Authorized the chairman to enter a letter of engagement with Crowe Consulting for IT consulting
- Approved October 2025 accounts payable totaling $5,182,275.75
Converse County Tourism
The board approved a revised Fiscal Year 2026 budget including funding for the Railroad Museum/Visitor Center. Members also approved grants for Glenrock events and a 2026 billboard marketing plan.
- Approved revised Fiscal Year 2026 Budget including Railroad Museum/Visitor Center funding
- Approved $500 grant for Glenrock Main Street Winterfest-Small Business Saturday
- Approved $357 grant for Glenrock Main Street Casino Night
- Accepted 2026 billboard marketing plan, excluding the billboard on Hwy 59
- Approved MOU and 'Option A' enclosure for Jack and Hare’etta at Wyoming State Fair Gate 3
The Converse County Tourism Promotion Board approved the September 2025 meeting minutes, the FY 2026 budget, and two small grants for Glenrock Main Street events. It also accepted a billboard marketing plan, the State Fair’s option A enclosure for Jack and Hare’etta, the resignation of Jenn Anderson, and a memorandum of understanding with the Wyoming State Fair. All motions carried.
- Approved September 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
- Approved FY 2026 revised budget (motion carried)
- Approved $500 grant to Glenrock Main Street for Winterfest‑Small Business Saturday (motion carried)
- Approved $357 grant to Glenrock Main Street for Casino Night (motion carried)
- Approved Sagebrush Marketing billboard proposal, excluding Hwy 59 (motion carried)
- Accepted State Fair option A enclosure for Jack and Hare’etta (motion carried)
- Accepted resignation of Jenn Anderson, City of Douglas (motion carried)
- Approved MOU with Wyoming State Fair adding option A enclosure (motion carried)
County Commissioners
The Converse County Commission will consider several contract and project items. Items include a draft contract with Richardson Construction for the EWC Construction Technology Building, a certificate of substantial completion for the Coulter Trail paving project, and an amendment to the Chalk Buttes and Ridgewater Road reconstruction. The board will also review the final draft of the county surplus property policy and a contract with B&B Aggregates for custom aggregate crushing.
- Draft Contract, Converse County‑Richardson Construction Inc., EWC Construction Technology Building
- Certificate of Substantial Completion, Coulter Trail Paving Project
- Amendment No. 2, Converse County‑HDR Engineering, Inc., Chalk Buttes Road & Ridgewater Road Reconstruction Project
- Contract, Converse County‑B&B Aggregates, 2025 Custom Aggregate Crushing
- Final Draft, Converse County Surplus Property Policy
The commissioners approved several contracts, including a $4,774,469 agreement with Richardson Construction for the EWC Construction Technology Building and a $1,623,000 aggregate crushing contract with B&B Aggregates. They also approved the certificate of substantial completion for the Coulter Trail Paving Project, a $60,098 amendment to the Chalk Buttes & Ridgewater Reconstruction contract, and adopted the county’s Public Surplus Property Policy. The fire ban imposed earlier in the year was lifted, and the Fair Board was authorized to contract with PRCA Extreme Broncs for the 2026 fair. Additional actions included authorizing a monthly half‑day closure of the Public Health Office for staff meetings and accepting a proposal for the Glenrock Office Renovations Project.
- Approved $1,623,000 B&B Aggregates aggregate crushing contract (motion carried)
- Approved Certificate of Substantial Completion for Coulter Trail Paving Project (motion carried)
- Approved $60,098 amendment to Chalk Buttes & Ridgewater Reconstruction contract, total $722,313 (motion carried)
- Approved $4,774,469 agreement with Richardson Construction for EWC Construction Technology Building (motion carried)
- Approved and adopted Public Surplus Property Policy (motion carried)
- Lifted countywide fire ban (motion carried)
- Authorized Fair Board contract with PRCA Extreme Broncs for 2026 fair (3-1)
- Authorized monthly half‑day closure of Public Health Office for staff meeting (motion carried)
Joint Justice Joint Powers Board
The Joint Justice Board will approve the September 18, 2025 meeting minutes. It will also approve routine communications and operations bills and invoices. Reports from the Communications Manager, Advisory Committee, and Technical Services will be presented. No specific policy actions are listed beyond standard agenda items.
- Approval of September 18, 2025 minutes
- Approval of communications bills and invoices
- Approval of operations bills and invoices
The board unanimously approved the September 18, 2025 meeting minutes. It also unanimously approved the September 2025 Communications invoices. The October 2025 Operations invoices were approved, contingent on confirming that travel time and mileage are separate charges.
- Approved September 18, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved September 2025 Communications invoices (unanimous)
- Approved October 2025 Operations invoices, pending verification of travel time vs mileage (unanimous)
County Commissioners
The Converse County Commission will review contracts for the animal shelter expansion and road reconstruction projects, along with resolutions supporting the Wyoming State Fair. The board will also interview candidates for the Fair Board.
- Contract: Rocky Mountain Power - Animal Shelter Expansion Project
- Agreement: HDR Engineering, Inc. - 55 Ranch Road Reconstruction Project Design
- Resolution 13-25: Support for Wyoming State Fair Great American Fair Initiative
- Resolution 14-25: Support for Wyoming State Fair Foundation Great American Fair Mural Project
- Dog Breeder License Application, Beth O'Neal, 36 Overhil Trail
The board approved September 2025 accounts payable warrants totaling $7,195,767.93. It also approved a right‑of‑way easement and a service contract with Rocky Mountain Power for the Animal Shelter Expansion, a bill of sale for used utility poles, and a change order for the Lambert Subdivision sewer project. Additional approvals included the FY2025 receipts report, a storm‑water permit for Shawnee Quarry, and a painting contract for Youth Development Services.
- Approved September 2025 accounts payable warrants totaling $7,195,767.93 (motion carried)
- Approved right‑of‑way easement for Rocky Mountain Power to serve Animal Shelter Expansion (motion carried)
- Approved General Service Contract with Rocky Mountain Power for 120/208 V three‑phase service at $25,274 (motion carried)
- Approved bill of sale for used utility poles from Rocky Mountain Power at no cost (motion carried)
- Approved Change Order No. 1 for Lambert Subdivision Sewer & Water project, adding four catch basins; cost $83,505 (motion carried)
- Approved FY2025 Statement of Receipts and Expenses report (motion carried)
- Ratified Mineral Mining General Permit for storm‑water pollution prevention at Shawnee Quarry (motion carried)
- Authorized contract with King’s Coat Painting for interior paint at Youth Development Services for $14,760 (motion carried)
County Commissioners
The Converse County Commission will review vouchers and departmental updates, then discuss a construction request for upgrades to the Wyoming State Fair Show Center. Commissioners will consider two resolutions supporting the Wyoming State Fair initiatives and review several contracts and change orders, including the animal shelter expansion with Rocky Mountain Power and the Lambert Subdivision water and sewer project.
- Discussion of Wyoming State Fair Show Center upgrades (construction request)
- Resolution 13-25 supporting the Wyoming State Fair Great American Fair Initiative
- Resolution 14-25 supporting the Wyoming State Fair Foundation Great American Fair Mural Project
- Contract and easement with Rocky Mountain Power for the Animal Shelter Expansion Project
- Change Order for the Lambert Subdivision Water and Sewer Expansion Project
The board approved September 2025 accounts payable warrants totaling $7,195,767.93. It also approved a right‑of‑way easement and a $25,274 service contract with Rocky Mountain Power for the Animal Shelter Expansion Project, and a change order for the Lambert Subdivision sewer project costing $83,505. Additional actions included ratifying a storm‑water permit, authorizing a $14,760 paint contract, and approving a public surplus auction donation.
- Approved September 2025 accounts payable warrants totaling $7,195,767.93 (motion carried)
- Approved right‑of‑way easement for Rocky Mountain Power for Animal Shelter Expansion (motion carried)
- Approved $25,274 General Service Contract with Rocky Mountain Power for Animal Shelter Expansion (motion carried)
- Approved bill of sale for used utility poles at no cost (motion carried)
- Approved Change Order No. 1 for Lambert Subdivision project, $83,505 cost (motion carried)
- Approved FY2025 Statement of Receipts and Expenses report (motion carried)
- Ratified Mineral Mining General Permit for Shawnee Quarry storm‑water pollution prevention (motion carried)
- Authorized $14,760 interior paint contract with King’s Coat Painting for Youth Development Services (motion carried)
Municipal & County Joint Powers Board
The board will approve the minutes from the July 2, 2025 meeting. It will hear an update on the county’s E‑911 emergency‑call system. Representatives from the Public Health Department, Tourism Promotion Board, Joint Justice Center, the EWC Grant program and the FSA will provide brief updates. No specific actions are listed in the agenda.
- E‑911 system update
- Public Health Department update
- Tourism Promotion Board update
- Joint Justice Center update
- EWC Grant update
The board approved the July 2, 2025 meeting minutes and filed them. A motion to fund the ImageTrend reporting system with $5,350 from E911 funds was made, seconded, and carried with all members voting aye.
- Approved July 2, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved $5,350 ImageTrend funding from E911 funds (unanimous)
Converse County Tourism
The Converse County Tourism Promotion Board rejected a request for $4,800 to lease two billboards and approved a revised budget. The board also approved a Memorandum of Understanding with Enterprise and voted to fund up to $40,000 yearly for the Railroad Museum/Visitor's Center payroll.
- Rejected $4,800 billboard lease request
- Approved revised budget
- Approved MOU with Enterprise
- Approved $40,000 yearly funding for Railroad Museum/Visitor's Center
- Approved August 2025 minutes and financial report
The board approved a revised budget and a memorandum of understanding with Enterprise. It approved $40,000 in annual funding for the Railroad Museum/Visitor Center while rejecting a $50,000 funding request and a proposed billboard lease. The board also approved the meeting minutes, the financial report, and directed a by‑law review.
- Approved revised budget (motion carried)
- Approved MOU with Enterprise (motion carried)
- Approved $40,000 yearly funding for Railroad Museum/Visitor Center (4‑yes, 3‑no; Jenn Anderson abstained)
- Rejected $50,000 yearly funding for Railroad Museum/Visitor Center (3‑yes, 4‑no; Jenn Anderson abstained)
- Rejected Enterprise billboard lease request of $4,800 (motion carried)
- Approved August minutes as presented (motion carried)
- Approved financial report of $51,161.92 paid invoices (motion carried)
- Directed by‑law revision: contact Chris Brown, forward draft to Darin Rudloff (motion carried)
County Commissioners
The Converse County Commission will hold an executive session to consider personnel matters. Department updates will be presented for roads, bridges, conservation, technical services, energy, natural resources, and the shooting complex improvements project. In the general business segment, commissioners will review a draft resolution to amend the partial fire ban, a draft surplus property policy, a quitclaim deed and regrant of easement, and bore permits for the Anadarko CR47/Dickau Road project.
- Draft Resolution 14-25 revising the imposed partial closure with Stage 1 restrictions due to extreme fire danger
- Draft Surplus Property Policy
- Quitclaim deed and regrant of easement on the other side of the tracks
- Bore permits for Anadarko – CR47/Dickau Road
- Executive session to consider personnel appointments or dismissals under W.S. §16-4-405 (a)(ii)
The commission approved the minutes of recent meetings and August monthly financial reports. They denied a request to sublease the Shawnee Gravel Pit and authorized a roller trade at no cost. A quitclaim deed and easement were granted to the City of Douglas, and bore permits for Anadarko E&P were approved. Public health offices will close on Oct. 2‑3 for clinic events, and a letter of support was authorized for a state grant application.
- Approved minutes of Sept. 2‑3, 2025 meetings and Sept. 10, 2025 special meeting (motion carried)
- Approved August monthly reports for Clerk, District Court, Public Health, Road & Bridge, Sheriff, etc. (motion carried)
- Denied sublease request for County Shawnee Gravel Pit (motion carried)
- Authorized Road & Bridge to trade pneumatic roller for static roller at no cost (motion carried)
- Approved Quitclaim Deed and Grant of Easement for Lots 1‑3 of Other Side of the Tracks Subdivision to City of Douglas (motion carried)
- Authorized letter of support for Glenrock Sheepherders Rendezvous Wyoming America 250 Grant (motion carried)
- Authorized Converse County Public Health office closures on Oct. 2‑3, 2025 for health clinics (motion carried)
- Approved two bore permits for Anadarko E&P Onshore LLC on Dickau Road/CR47 (motion carried)
Joint Justice Joint Powers Board
The board will meet to approve minutes from August 21, 2025, and review bills and invoices for communications and operations. The meeting includes reports from the Communications Manager, Advisory Committee, and Technical Services.
- Approval of August 21, 2025 regular minutes
- Approval of communications and operations bills and invoices
- Communications Manager report
- Advisory Committee update
- Technical Services update
The board unanimously approved the August 21, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved the August 2025 Communications invoices. Finally, the September 2025 Operations invoices were approved. All motions carried with all members voting aye.
- Approved August 21, 2025 meeting minutes (all members voting aye)
- Approved August 2025 Communications invoices (all members voting aye)
- Approved September 2025 Operations invoices (all members voting aye)
County Commissioners
The Converse County Commissioners will hold a special meeting at 4:00 p.m. on September 10, 2025. The agenda includes a pledge of allegiance, interviews and appointments for the Wyoming State Fair Board (joint Converse County and City of Douglas). The meeting also provides a list of upcoming county events and future commission meeting dates.
- Pledge of allegiance ceremony
- Wyoming State Fair Board joint appointment interview (Converse County & City of Douglas)
- Announcement of regular commission meeting moved to Sept 19, 2025
- Upcoming Planning & Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for Sept 16, 2025
- List of future county events (BOE hearing, CCJJC Joint Powers Board meetings, etc.)
The special meeting interviewed four applicants for the vacant Wyoming State Fair Board seat. Commissioners moved to appoint Jeremiah Darr for the remainder of the four‑year term ending September 2026. The motion was seconded and carried. The meeting adjourned at 6:12 p.m.
- Appointed Jeremiah Darr to Wyoming State Fair Board (term Sep 2025‑Sep 2026)
County Commissioners
The commissioners approved August 2025 accounts payable warrants totaling $4,651,380.80. They adopted Resolution 13-25 to vacate a portion of the Glenrock‑Ross Road. The regular meeting was moved from September 16 to September 19, 2025, and a county vehicle donation to the Glenrock Cemetery District was authorized. The board then recessed into executive session for personnel matters.
- Approved August 2025 accounts payable warrants totaling $4,651,380.80 (motion carried)
- Adopted Resolution 13-25 to vacate a portion of Glenrock‑Ross Road (motion carried)
- Rescheduled regular commission meeting from Sept 16 to Sept 19, 2025 (motion carried)
- Authorized donation of a county‑owned vehicle to Glenrock Cemetery District (motion carried)
- Recessed into Executive Session to consider personnel matters (motion carried)
- Commissioners abstained on voting on warrants that pertained to themselves
County Commissioners
The Converse County Commission will review updates for the shooting range and animal shelter expansion. The body is considering a contract award to Pope Construction Inc. and a resolution to vacate part of Glenrock-Ross Road.
- Contract award for Animal Shelter Project to Pope Construction Inc.
- Resolution 13-25 to vacate and abandon part of Survey 2-27 Glenrock-Ross Road
- Updates on Converse County Shooting Range Complex improvements from Relic Services LLC
- Executive session regarding personnel appointments or dismissals
The board approved August accounts payable warrants totaling $4,651,380.80. They adopted Resolution 13‑25, vacating a portion of the Glenrock‑Ross Road. The regular September 16 meeting was moved to September 19. They authorized donating a county‑owned vehicle to the Glenrock Cemetery District once identified.
- Approved August accounts payable warrants for $4,651,380.80 (motion carried)
- Adopted Resolution 13‑25 vacating a portion of Glenrock‑Ross Road (passed, approved, adopted)
- Rescheduled the regular commission meeting from Sept 16 to Sept 19, 2025 (motion carried)
- Authorized donation of a county‑owned vehicle to Glenrock Cemetery District (motion carried)
Converse County Tourism
The board approved the July meeting minutes and the financial report showing $41,124.63 in paid invoices. It approved several grant requests totaling several thousand dollars for events in Douglas, Enterprise, Glenrock, and Laramie Peak. The board voted to table the proposed Annual Service Agreement for the Douglas Railroad Museum pending a revised budget. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Approved July 8 and July 22, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
- Approved financial report with $41,124.63 invoices paid (motion carried)
- Approved unpaid bills report presentation by treasurer (motion carried)
- Approved $540 grant to Main Street Douglas for Fire On Main Street Chili Cook Off (motion carried)
- Approved $1,000 grant to Enterprise for Christmas at the Depot (motion carried, Jenn Anderson abstained)
- Approved $1,275 grant to Enterprise for Cowboy Christmas (motion carried, Jenn Anderson abstained)
- Approved $1,575 grant to Elevate Glenrock for Wild West Fall Fest (motion carried)
- Tabled Annual Service Agreement request for Douglas Railroad Museum (motion carried, JD Cox no vote, Jenn Anderson abstained)
Joint Justice Joint Powers Board
The board approved the July 17, 2025 meeting minutes, the August 2025 Operations invoices, and the July 2025 Communications invoices, each with all members voting aye. The next regular meeting was scheduled for 9118125 at 9:00 a.m.
- Approved July 17, 2025 meeting minutes (all members voting aye)
- Approved August 2025 Operations invoices (all members voting aye)
- Approved July 2025 Communications invoices (all members voting aye)
- Scheduled next regular meeting for 9118125 at 9:00 a.m.
County Commissioners
The commissioners awarded the Animal Shelter Expansion contract to Pope Construction for $7,103,294. They also approved a $1,106,000 contract for the Coulter Trail paving project, a FY2026 blasting quote from Buckley Powder Company, and a bore permit for a six‑inch pipeline under Walker Creek Road. Additional actions included approving a new liquor license for Esterbrook Lodge, a $27,493.34 CDC public‑health grant, and appointments to the Library Board and Planning & Zoning Commission.
- Approved Animal Shelter Expansion award to Pope Construction ($7,103,294)
- Approved Coulter Trail Paving contract ($1,106,000)
- Approved FY2026 blasting quote from Buckley Powder Company ( $1.12/ton, $2,000 per blast, $3,500 mobilization)
- Approved bore permit for six‑inch pipeline under Walker Creek Road/County Road 43
- Approved retail liquor license for Esterbrook Lodge LLC, term Aug 19 2025–May 11 2026
- Approved CDC grant agreement ($27,493.34) for public‑health infrastructure
- Appointed Morryah McCurdy to Converse County Library Board (term Aug 19 2025–June 2028)
- Appointed Jody Glenn to Planning & Zoning Commission (term Aug 19 2025–Mar 2026)
County Commissioners
The Board approved July 2025 warrants totaling $5,423,423.67 and adopted Resolution No. 10‑25 establishing a 12.000‑mill levy for the 2025‑2026 fiscal year. It also approved a series of district mill levies, adopted a personnel policy amendment for concealed‑carry compliance, and authorized several contracts and grants, including a storm‑sewer redesign, utility locates, a fire‑suppression grant, and shooting‑range cleanup. No action was taken on the FY2025 budget amendment request presented during the public hearing.
- Approved July 2025 warrants ($5,423,423.67) – motion carried
- Adopted Resolution No. 10‑25 mill levy (12.000 mills) for FY2026 – passed
- Approved district mill levies for FY2026 (e.g., BOCES, school, recreation, city, town, special districts) – motion carried
- Adopted Section 8.02 amendment to personnel policy manual – motion carried
- Approved Add Service No. 2 agreement with FDL Consulting LLC ($5,250) – motion carried (Kaufman opposed)
- Approved NuLocating utility locate contract for Animal Shelter Expansion ($500) – motion carried
- Approved Community Service Grant Aid to Fire Suppression Authority ($2,097,468) – motion carried
- Ratified Relic Services LLC cleanup quote for Shooting Range ($15,684.88) – motion carried
County Commissioners
The board approved July 2025 warrants totaling $5,423,423.67. They adopted Resolution No.10‑25 establishing a 12.000 mill levy to generate $45,818,459 for the FY2026 General Fund. Additional mill levies for special and school districts were also approved. Several contracts were authorized, including a storm‑sewer redesign, a $2.1 M fire‑suppression grant, and cleanup of the shooting range.
- Approved July 2025 warrants totaling $5,423,423.67 (motion carried)
- Adopted Resolution No.10‑25 establishing a 12.000 mill levy for FY2026 (motion carried)
- Approved mill levies for special and school districts for FY2026 (motion carried)
- Adopted Section 8.02 to personnel policy manual (concealed‑carry compliance) (motion carried)
- Approved Add Service No. 2 agreement with FDL Consulting LLC ($5,250; total contract $575,727) (motion carried, one opposition)
- Approved NuLocating utility locate services for Animal Shelter Expansion ($500) (motion carried)
- Approved Community Service Grant Aid to Fire Suppression Authority ($2,097,468) (motion carried)
- Ratified Relic Services LLC quote for shooting range cleanup ($15,684.88) (motion carried)
Converse County Tourism
The board approved a $762.50 grant for the Wyoming Pioneer Association and authorized the placement of the Jack and Hare‑etta display at Gate 3 of the State Fair. Minutes from June 2025 and the $54,455.63 financial report were both approved. Officers were elected, with Victor LeGloahec chosen as Chairman by a 5‑to‑2 vote and the other positions filled as nominated.
- Approved $762.50 grant to Wyoming Pioneer Association (motion carried, one abstention)
- Approved placement of Jack and Hare‑etta at East end of Gate 3 entrance (motion carried)
- Approved June 2025 meeting minutes as presented (motion carried)
- Approved financial report showing invoices paid $54,455.63 (motion carried)
- Elected Victor LeGloahec as Chairman (5‑2 vote)
- Elected John Rabun as Vice Chair (motion carried)
- Elected Kris Mitchell as Secretary (motion carried)
- Elected Candace Benedetta as Treasurer (motion carried)
Joint Justice Joint Powers Board
The Joint Justice Center Board approved the June 19, 2025 meeting minutes, the July 2025 operations invoices, and the June 2025 communications invoices. It also approved the Johnson Controls contract for work in the Justice Center. All motions passed with every member voting aye.
- Approved June 19, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved July 2025 operations invoices (unanimous)
- Approved June 2025 communications invoices (unanimous)
- Approved Johnson Controls contract for Justice Center work (unanimous)
County Commissioners
The commissioners approved a bore permit for Anadarko E&P Onshore LLC, several FY2026 fund transfers, a public‑health lease, and numerous community service grant contracts. They also approved the vacation and replat of Lot 1 in the Ransom’s Alibi Minor Subdivision. Finally, they adopted Resolution 08‑25 imposing a partial fire closure with Stage 1 restrictions effective July 15, 2025.
- Approved bore permit for Anadarko E&P Onshore LLC under Manning Road/CR53 (motion carried)
- Approved FY2026 fund transfer of $645,651.72 from Fund 129 to Fund 100 for Memorial Hospital (motion carried)
- Approved FY2026 fund transfer of $4,269,004.29 from Fund 230 County Road Fund to Fund 231 Other Roads for Chalk Buttes and Ridgewater Road Reconstruction (motion carried)
- Approved community service grant “Aid to Others” contracts totaling multiple amounts (e.g., Boys & Girls Club Douglas $88,500, Glenrock Golf Club $977,500, etc.) (motion carried)
- Approved vacation and replat of Lot 1, Ransom’s Alibi Minor Subdivision (Tara Lane and Braae Road) (motion carried)
- Approved lease agreement between Converse County Public Health and Glenrock Health Clinic for $4,800 per year (motion carried)
- Approved contract with Wyoming Department of Health, Public Health Division for emergency preparedness, $99,000 (motion carried)
- Adopted Resolution 08‑25 imposing a countywide partial fire closure with Stage 1 restrictions effective July 15, 2025 (motion carried)
County Commissioners
The board held a public hearing on the FY2026 budget with no comments received. Commissioner Blackburn moved to approve and adopt Resolution 07-25, which appropriates money for the FY2026 budget, and Commissioner Short seconded. The motion carried and the budget was officially adopted.
- Approved FY2026 County budget (Resolution 07-25) – motion carried
Converse County Tourism
The Converse County Tourism Promotion Board approved the CCTPB budget for fiscal year 2025‑2026 as presented. The board also approved a $1,181 grant to the Douglas High School DECA Chapter for the Nightmare at the Museum event after reducing the original request. The meeting was adjourned at 6:38 p.m. after procedural motions.
- Approved CCTPB FY 2025‑2026 budget (motion carried)
- Approved $1,181 DECA grant for Douglas High School (motion carried, one abstention)
- Adjourned the budget meeting (motion carried)
- Adjourned the regular meeting at 6:38 p.m. (motion carried)
County Commissioners
The commissioners approved an annual compensation agreement with the University of Wyoming for $28,332. They also approved an amendment to the Central Wyoming Motorsports lease and changed the Emergency Management Administrative Assistant title to Deputy Emergency Management Coordinator. Additional actions included authorizing a DEQ permit letter for the Shawnee Gravel Pit, reappointing two members to the Glenrock Solid Waste & Disposal District, approving an out‑of‑jurisdiction catering permit, and authorizing a shooting‑complex improvement agreement up to $14,555.56.
- Approved Annual Compensation Agreement with University of Wyoming ($28,332) (motion carried)
- Approved Amendment No. 4 to lease with Central Wyoming Motorsports (motion carried)
- Authorized title change to Deputy Emergency Management Coordinator (motion carried)
- Authorized letter to WY DEQ for Shawnee Gravel Pit permit (motion carried)
- Reappointed Kathy Weinsaft and Margaret Nunn to Glenrock Solid Waste & Disposal District (motion carried)
- Approved out‑of‑jurisdiction catering permit for P&Z Inc. DBA Double D Liquors (motion carried)
- Authorized agreement with Relic Services, LLC for shooting complex improvements, not to exceed $14,555.56 (motion carried)
- Approved June warrants totaling $4,511,578.88 (motion carried)
Municipal & County Joint Powers Board
The board approved the minutes from the April 2, 2025 meeting. It then approved the Motorola FLEX agreement for the E911 account, and approved the updated Code Red weather‑alert quote. Finally, the board approved adding both costs to the county budget.
- Approved April 2, 2025 meeting minutes (all members voting aye)
- Approved Motorola FLEX agreement for E911 (all members voting aye)
- Approved Code Red quote of $8,442 annually (all members voting aye)
- Approved adding FLEX agreement and Code Red quote to the budget (all members voting aye)
County Commissioners
The commissioners approved June warrants totaling $4,511,578.88 and cancelled two small contracts. They also approved a $28,332 compensation agreement with the University of Wyoming, amended a lease with Central Wyoming Motorsports, and authorized several operational actions including the extension office closure, a title change in emergency management, reappointments to the solid waste district, and a shooting‑complex agreement.
- Approved June warrants totaling $4,511,578.88 (motion carried)
- Approved cancellation of contracts 2025-0291 ($9.74) and 2025-0264 ($606.49 and $175.75) (motion carried)
- Approved $28,332 annual compensation agreement with University of Wyoming (motion carried)
- Approved Amendment No. 4 to lease with Central Wyoming Motorsports, changing event dates to Aug 15‑17 2025 (motion carried)
- Authorized closure of Converse County Extension Office to public Aug 11‑15 2025
- Authorized title change to Deputy Emergency Management Coordinator and job‑description update (motion carried)
- Reappointed Kathy Weinsaft and Margaret Nunn to Glenrock Solid Waste & Disposal District for three‑year terms (motion carried)
- Authorized agreement with Relic Services, LLC for Shooting Complex improvements, not to exceed $14,555.56 (motion carried)
Converse County Tourism
The board approved a $2,173 grant for the American Legion Auxiliary Unit 8 and adopted the 2025‑2026 fiscal year budget and marketing plan. It also approved the May 2025 minutes and the financial report. The $2,131 grant for the Douglas High School DECA Chapter and Main Street Douglas was tabled until the next meeting. All motions carried.
- Approved $2,173 grant to American Legion Auxiliary Unit 8 (motion carried)
- Tabled $2,131 grant for Douglas High School DECA Chapter and Main Street Douglas (motion carried to postpone)
- Approved May 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
- Approved financial report covering $81,390.93 in invoices (motion carried)
- Approved 2025/2026 fiscal year budget as presented (motion carried)
- Approved 2025/2026 fiscal year marketing plan and spreadsheet (motion carried)
Joint Justice Joint Powers Board
The board unanimously approved the May 22, 2025 meeting minutes, the May 2025 communications invoices, and the June 2025 operations invoices. A motion to go into executive session was carried, followed by a motion to recess that session and resume the regular meeting. No other actions were taken.
- Approved May 22, 2025 meeting minutes (all members voting aye)
- Approved May 2025 communications invoices (all members voting aye)
- Approved June 2025 operations invoices (all members voting aye)
- Moved into executive session (all members voting aye)
- Recessed executive session and resumed regular session (all members voting aye)
- Adjourned regular meeting at 10:34 a.m. (all members voting aye)
County Commissioners
The board approved the vacation and replat of Lot 1 on Bedtick Road. It also approved multiple contracts, grants and memoranda, including a $92,500 valuation contract, a $49,998.68 five‑year taser lease, and the distribution of $1,363,668.25 Bankhead Jones revenue (95% to the General Fund, 5% to schools). The Douglas Public Health Office was authorized to close for carpet installation from June 30 to July 3, 2025.
- Approved vacation and replat of Lot 1, Bedtick Road (motion carried)
- Approved $92,500 contract with TY Pickett for industrial property valuation (motion carried)
- Approved $49,998.68 five‑year taser lease with Axon Enterprise, Inc. (motion carried)
- Approved distribution of $1,363,668.25 Bankhead Jones revenue, 95% General Fund, 5% schools (motion carried)
- Approved $9,276.50 Wyoming Gaming Commission responsible‑gambling funds to High Country Behavioral (motion carried)
- Approved $40,000 County Health Officer grant agreement with Wyoming Dept. of Health (motion carried)
- Approved $6,000 USDA Forest Service patrol assistance grant modification (motion carried)
- Appointed Jody Glenn to Converse County Library Board (motion carried)
County Planning and Zoning Board
The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the minutes from the May 20, 2025 meeting unanimously. It also approved the Ransom’s Alibi application to vacate and replat, requiring the mountain road to be named and Lot 1’s vacation to be shown on the drawing and vicinity map. Both motions passed with all members voting aye.
- Approved May 20, 2025 minutes (all members aye)
- Approved Ransom’s Alibi vacate and replat application with conditions: name mountain road and specify Lot 1 vacation on drawing and vicinity map (all members aye)
County Commissioners
During the three‑day work session, commissioners reviewed FY2026 budget items for numerous county departments and agencies. The meetings included discussions on roads, health, parks, emergency services, and other programs. No motions were adopted, denied, or tabled, and no formal actions were recorded. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 17, 2025.
County Commissioners
The board held a work session on June 10‑12, 2025 to review the FY2026 county budget with multiple departments. No motions were adopted, and no votes were recorded. The meetings were recessed each day and adjourned without any action taken.
County Commissioners
During a three‑day work session on June 10‑12, 2025, the Converse County Board of Commissioners reviewed the FY2026 county budget with numerous departments and agencies. The discussions covered roads, health, parks, emergency services, and various grant and personnel items. No formal actions, approvals, or denials were recorded.
County Commissioners
The commission approved the Roberts Subdivision No. 2 and a lot replat, conditionally approved the Foster Subdivision pending legal access, approved a three‑year Power DMS contract for $11,207.52, and approved a courthouse renovation agreement up to $99,750 pending attorney review. They also authorized the Douglas Fire Department to use county land for July 4‑5 fireworks and approved May warrants totaling $3,624,086.37.
- Approved Roberts Subdivision No. 2 (motion carried)
- Approved vacation and replat of Lot 1 into Lots 6 & 7 in Roberts Subdivision (motion carried)
- Conditionally approved Foster Subdivision pending legal access shown on plat (motion carried)
- Approved three‑year Power DMS/NEO Gov contract for law‑enforcement training record, $11,207.52 total (motion carried)
- Approved Courthouse Level I & II Study agreement with FDL Architecture, up to $99,750, contingent on attorney review (motion carried, one commissioner opposed)
- Authorized Douglas Fire Department to use John Lambert Subdivision for July 4 fireworks and public fireworks on July 5 (agreement to be drafted)
- Approved May warrants totaling $3,624,086.37 for various county expenses (motion carried)
County Commissioners
The commissioners approved the Roberts Subdivision No. 2 and the vacation and replat of Lot 1 into Lots 6 and 7. They approved the Foster Subdivision application contingent on showing legal access from Clay Street on the plat. A three‑year Power DMS/NEO Gov contract for law‑enforcement training records was approved for $11,207.52. The Courthouse Level I and II study agreement was approved up to $99,750 pending attorney review, and the county authorized the Douglas Fire Department to use county land for July 4‑5 fireworks. Finally, the board approved May warrants totaling $3,624,086.37.
- Approved Roberts Subdivision No. 2 with covenant note (motion carried)
- Approved vacation and replat of Lot 1 into Lots 6 and 7 in Roberts Subdivision (motion carried)
- Approved Foster Subdivision contingent on legal access from Clay Street shown on plat (motion carried)
- Approved three‑year Power DMS/NEO Gov contract for $11,207.52 (motion carried)
- Approved Courthouse Level I/II study agreement up to $99,750, contingent on attorney review (motion carried, with one commissioner opposing)
- Authorized Douglas Fire Department to use John Lambert Subdivision land for July 4‑5 fireworks (motion carried)
- Approved May 2025 warrants totaling $3,624,086.37 (motion carried)
Converse County Tourism
The board approved the minutes from the April meeting. It approved payment of invoices totaling $33,922.66, excluding a $2,542 Visitors Center invoice. The board authorized a $4,500 debit card for Administrator Cathy Feezer-Jones. It declined to reallocate Douglas Visitor Center–Railroad Museum funds, appointed a budget committee, and adopted a proposed 2026 fiscal budget at 120% of the 2025 budget.
- Approved April meeting minutes (motion carried)
- Approved payment of invoices $33,922.66, excluding $2,542 Visitors Center invoice (motion carried)
- Authorized $4,500 debit card limit for Administrator Cathy Feezer-Jones (motion carried)
- Declined to reallocate Douglas Visitor Center – Railroad Museum funds (motion carried)
- Appointed budget committee members: Candace Benedetta, Jane Garber, Mitch McElwain, Kris Mitchell (motion carried)
- Approved proposed 2026 fiscal budget at 120% of 2025 budget (motion carried)
Joint Justice Joint Powers Board
The Joint Justice Center Board approved the April 17, 2025 meeting minutes and both the April 2025 communications invoices and May 2025 operations invoices, each with all members voting aye. The board also approved renting a chiller unit at an estimated $22,000 per month, again with unanimous approval. No action was taken on the FLEX contract; it will be reviewed and revised before any signature.
- Approved April 17, 2025 meeting minutes (all members aye)
- Approved April 2025 communications invoices (all members aye)
- Approved May 2025 operations invoices (all members aye)
- Approved rental of a chiller unit, $22,000 per month (all members aye)
- Deferred action on FLEX agreement pending attorney review
County Commissioners
The commissioners approved a 20‑year gravel pit agreement with Joe W. Bright, including royalty fees of $1.35 per ton of gravel and $0.62 per ton of reject material, contingent on a WYDEQ permit. They also terminated the GoCo time‑and‑attendance contract and authorized Tyler Technologies as the new vendor. Additional actions included adopting a public‑records policy, approving the county personnel policy, and authorizing a $99,750 contract with FDL Consulting for courthouse renovation studies.
- Approved Gravel Pit Agreement with Joe W. Bright (20‑year term, royalties) – motion carried
- Terminated GoCo time‑and‑attendance contract and authorized Tyler Technologies – motion carried
- Adopted Resolution 05‑2025 establishing public‑records policies and fee schedule – motion carried
- Approved revised Converse County Personnel Policy – motion carried
- Approved 2025 Wildland Fire Management Operating Plan – motion carried
- Approved Amendment No. Two to the Raceway Lease Agreement with Central WY Motorsports – motion carried
- Authorized $99,750 contract with FDL Consulting for courthouse Level I and II study – motion carried
- Authorized donation of 2012 Kenworth truck to Eastern Wyoming College – motion carried
County Planning and Zoning Board
The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the Roberts Subdivision vacate and replat, the Roberts 2 Minor Subdivision, and the Foster Subdivision as presented. It also conditionally approved the Pierce Subdivision, requiring three technical corrections. All approvals were passed with all members voting aye. The meeting minutes from April 22, 2025 were also approved.
- Approved Roberts Subdivision vacate and replat of Lot 1 into Lots 6 & 7 (all members aye)
- Approved Roberts 2 Minor Subdivision application (all members aye)
- Approved Foster Subdivision application (all members aye)
- Conditionally approved Pierce Subdivision pending flood‑plain info, name correction, and Lot 1 map call‑out (all members aye)
- Approved minutes of April 22, 2025 (all members aye)
County Commissioners
The board approved the Notice to Proceed for Earthwork Solutions to begin construction on the Chalk Buttes & Ridgewater Road Rehabilitation Project on May 12, 2025, with substantial completion expected within 130 days. They also approved a bore permit for OneOk Rockies Midstream LLC, a variance for Deer Creek Muzzle Loaders, salary increases for two sheriff deputies, and several participation agreements and bylaws. All motions were carried.
- Approved Notice to Proceed for Chalk Buttes & Ridgewater Road Rehabilitation Project (motion carried)
- Approved Bore Permit for OneOk Rockies Midstream LLC on Ross Road/CR 31 (motion carried)
- Approved variance for Deer Creek Muzzle Loaders fire ban dates (motion carried)
- Approved salary increase for a Sheriff Deputy due to reclassification (motion carried)
- Approved salary increase for a Sheriff Deputy after FTO and probation (motion carried)
- Approved Converse County Wellness Committee bylaws (motion carried)
- Approved participation agreement with Converse County Library for employee health insurance (motion carried)
- Approved participation agreement with Converse County Weed & Pest for employee health insurance (motion carried)
County Commissioners
The board approved April 2025 warrants totaling $4,178,019.65. They also adopted the Converse County Wellness Committee bylaws and approved a state easement for a communications tower on Duncan Ranch. Participation agreements for employee group health insurance with the County Library and Weed & Pest were approved, along with salary increases for two sheriff deputies. Additional approvals included a fire‑ban variance, a road‑rehabilitation contract, and a bore permit for a natural‑gas pipeline.
- Approved April 2025 warrants totaling $4,178,019.65 (motion carried)
- Approved Converse County Wellness Committee bylaws (motion carried)
- Approved State of Wyoming non‑roadway easement for a communications tower on Duncan Ranch (motion carried)
- Approved participation agreement with Converse County Library for employee group health insurance (motion carried)
- Approved participation agreement with Converse County Weed & Pest for employee group health insurance (motion carried)
- Authorized salary increase for a Sheriff Deputy reclassified to Patrol (motion carried)
- Authorized salary increase for a Sheriff Deputy after completing FTO and probation (motion carried)
- Approved Deer Creek Muzzle Loaders fire‑ban variance for June 20‑22 and Sept 19‑21, 2025 (motion carried)
County Commissioners
The Board reviewed revisions to the Converse County Personnel Policy, discussing exempt employees, leave types, holiday pay, comp time, and equipment use. They directed Human Resources Director Kristin Watson to make additional changes and present the revised policy at a later meeting. No formal action or vote was taken during this work session.
- Directed Human Resources Director to revise personnel policy for presentation at a subsequent meeting (no vote recorded)
County Planning and Zoning Board
The commission unanimously approved the minutes from February 18, 2025. A motion to approve the Foster Subdivision application, contingent on several amendments, was voted down with all members voting nay. The board then moved to table the Foster Subdivision application to the next regular meeting, which passed with all members voting aye.
- Approved minutes of Feb 18, 2025 (unanimous aye)
- Motion to approve Foster Subdivision application failed (unanimous nay)
- Motion to table Foster Subdivision application to next meeting carried (unanimous aye)
Converse County Tourism
The Tourism Promotion Board approved several event grants, including a $5,000 portion of a $20,000 request from the Wyoming State Fair Foundation. The board also approved the March meeting minutes and paid invoices totaling $48,809.98. No new business was presented.
- Approved $2,000 Ride, Row, Run grant (motion carried)
- Approved $2,979.50 First Responders Freedom Fest grant (motion carried, Jenn Anderson abstained)
- Approved $1,820 Jackalope Square Farmers Market grant (motion carried, Jenn Anderson abstained)
- Approved $3,550 Wyoming State Fair Parade grant (motion carried, Jenn Anderson abstained)
- Approved $4,967.50 Douglas Oktoberfest 2025 grant (motion carried, Jenn Anderson abstained)
- Approved $5,000 of $20,000 Wyoming State Fair Foundation grant (motion carried, Laurie Boner abstained)
- Approved March 2025 minutes as presented (motion carried)
- Approved payment of invoices totaling $48,809.98 (motion carried)
County Commissioners
Commissioners reviewed revisions to the Converse County Personnel Policy and discussed compensatory time, paid time off, holiday pay, and upcoming payroll changes. Input was heard from the Sheriff’s Office, Treasurer’s Office, and Emergency Management. The work session adjourned at 4:45 p.m. with no action taken.
County Commissioners
The Converse County Board of Commissioners convened a work session on April 21, 2025, hearing budget requests from multiple nonprofit organizations. After a lunch break, additional nonprofit presentations were made. No action was taken by either the county commissioners or the Douglas City representatives.
Joint Justice Joint Powers Board
The board approved the March 20, 2025 meeting minutes and the March and April 2025 invoices. It also approved the Flex Application Support Contract, a Comerstone service quote for $3,765, a Plasteco skylight quote for $1,045.26, and a fitness‑center hex bar purchase for $79.99. No other actions were taken.
- Approved March 20, 2025 meeting minutes (all members aye)
- Approved March 2025 Communications invoices (all members aye)
- Approved April 2025 Operations invoices (all members aye)
- Approved Flex Application Support Contract with Westem Skies Technology, LLC (all members aye)
- Approved Comerstone quote for $3,765 (all members aye)
- Approved Plasteco quote for $1,045.26 (all members aye)
- Approved purchase of a hex bar for $79.99 (all members aye)
County Commissioners
The board approved several contracts and permits, including a $1,644,152.49 amendment to the HDR Engineering agreement for Jenne Trail Phase 3 and a donation certificate allowing WYDOT to use county yard space for the N. 2nd Street Bridge project. They also authorized the notice to proceed for the Lambert Subdivision sewer and water main improvements, multiple utility bore permits, and a freeze of FY2026 health‑insurance premiums. Additional approvals covered a change order for the Natural Bridge irrigation project, a website accessibility service contract, and a phone service agreement, while a public hearing was requested on a Powder River Basin industrial facility.
- Approved Donation Certificate from WYDOT for bridge staging area (motion carried)
- Approved amendment to HDR Engineering agreement for Jenne Trail Phase 3, increasing amount to $1,644,152.49 plus $20,174 for paleontological services (motion carried)
- Approved Notice to Proceed with JTL Group, Inc. for Lambert Subdivision Sewer and Water Main Improvements (motion carried)
- Approved bore permit and Public Utilities ROW permit for Lumen on 55 Ranch Road/CR23 (motion carried)
- Approved bore permit for 1876 Resources LLC on Manning Road/CR53 (motion carried)
- Approved freeze of FY2026 health‑insurance premium rates (motion carried)
- Approved Change Order No. 3 for Natural Bridge Irrigation Replacement Project, adding $1,779 (motion carried)
- Approved $3,225 annual contract with CivicPlus for website accessibility services (motion carried)
Douglas Urban Systems Advisory Committee
The committee approved the minutes from the March 27, 2024 meeting. Members also approved a motion to construct a major collector road from Richards Street across Cheyenne Street to Fetterman Street. Both actions were carried with all members voting aye.
- Approved March 27, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved construction of major collector from Richards St to Fetterman St (unanimous)
County Commissioners
The board authorized the technical services director to negotiate a new phone service contract and approved five liquor‑license renewals. It also approved the sheriff’s purchase of a 2025 Chevy Silverado for $59,468.16, adopted Resolution 03‑25 for administrative hearing procedures, and approved March 2025 accounts payable totaling $2,076,112.81.
- Authorized Caskey to negotiate a new phone service contract (motion carried)
- Approved renewal of five liquor licenses for term May 12 2025–May 11 2026 (motion carried)
- Authorized Sheriff to purchase a 2025 Chevy Silverado for $59,468.16 (motion carried)
- Adopted Resolution 03‑25 establishing procedures for administrative hearings (motion carried)
- Approved March 2025 accounts payable totaling $2,076,112.81 (motion carried)
Municipal & County Joint Powers Board
The Joint Powers Board voted to approve the minutes from the January 21, 2025 meeting. All voting members cast an aye vote, and the motion carried. No other substantive actions or decisions were taken at this meeting.
- Approved Jan 21, 2025 meeting minutes (all members voted aye)
County Commissioners
The board authorized the technical services director to negotiate a new phone service contract and later ratify it. All five annual liquor license renewal applications were approved for the 2025‑2026 term. The sheriff was authorized to buy a 2025 Chevy Silverado for $59,468.16, with outfitting costs to be budgeted for FY2026. The March 2025 accounts payable and a resolution establishing administrative hearing procedures were also adopted.
- Authorized Mr. Caskey to negotiate a new phone service contract (motion carried)
- Approved all five liquor license renewal applications for May 12 2025‑May 11 2026 (motion carried)
- Authorized purchase of a 2025 Chevy Silverado for $59,468.16 for the sheriff (motion carried)
- Approved March 2025 Accounts Payable totaling $2,076,112.81 (motion carried)
- Adopted Resolution No. 03‑25 establishing procedures for administrative hearings (motion carried)
- Approved and filed the corrected minutes of the February 18 2025 meeting (motion carried)
Converse County Tourism
The board approved five grant requests totaling $18,653 for advertising and signage for local events. It also approved a revision to the Wyoming State Fair media buy, the contract for Anna McClure as assistant administrator, and the renewal of the Sagebrush Marketing contract. The financial report and previous meeting minutes were approved, and the board authorized production of visitor welcome bags.
- Approved $4,018 grant for Glenrock Sheepherder’s Rendezvous advertising (motion carried)
- Approved $2,250 grant for reusable signs for Glenrock events (motion carried)
- Approved $3,850 grant for 71st Wyoming Historical Society Trek (motion carried)
- Approved $4,325 grant for Wyoming Quarter Horse Association advertising (motion carried)
- Approved $4,210 grant for Elevate Glenrock Deer Creek Days advertising (motion carried)
- Approved revision of Wyoming State Fair media buy request (motion carried)
- Approved contract for Anna McClure as assistant administrator (motion carried)
- Approved renewal of Sagebrush Marketing contract (motion carried)
Joint Justice Joint Powers Board
The Joint Justice Center Board unanimously approved the February 20, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved the February 2025 Communications invoices and the March 2025 Operations invoices, each with all members voting aye. No other actions were taken.
- Approved February 20, 2025 meeting minutes (all members aye)
- Approved February 2025 Communications invoices (all members aye)
- Approved March 2025 Operations invoices (all members aye)