Douglas public meetings in 2022

City Council

The Douglas City Council is holding its regular meeting with several final readings of ordinances, including adopting the 2021 International Building Codes and amending parking regulations for trucks. The council will also consider resolutions to establish an Arts & Culture Board, a community recognition program, and police department policies, as well as authorize a K9 unit and apply for an EPA recycling grant. The meeting includes recognition of outgoing councilmembers and a proclamation for Wreaths Across America.

• Ordinance No. 1014: Adopt 2021 International Building, Fuel Gas, Mechanical, Plumbing, Residential, Existing Building, and Fire Codes, plus 2020 National Electrical Code (final reading)
• Ordinance No. 1018: Amend truck parking regulations (final reading)
• Ordinance No. 1019: Remove Table 5.8-2 and amend parking section 16.5.8.3(C)(V) (final reading)
• Resolution No. 2022-28: Establish Arts & Culture Board of Trustees
• Authorize Police Department Narcotics K9 Unit

The Douglas City Council approved three ordinances on final reading, including adopting the 2021 International Building Codes and amendments to truck parking regulations. The council also established an Arts & Culture Board of Trustees and a Building Community recognition program via resolutions, and authorized a police K-9 unit. All actions passed unanimously 4-0, with Mayor René Kemper absent.

• Approved Ordinance 1014 adopting 2021 International Building Codes (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1018 amending truck parking regulations (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1019 removing parking table and amending code (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-28 establishing Arts & Culture Board of Trustees (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-29 creating Building Community recognition program (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-30 adopting police department policies (4-0)
• Authorized police K-9 unit purchase and training (4-0)
• Ratified $14,000 agreement with Ayres Associates for EPA recycling grant application (4-0)

City Council

The Douglas City Council is holding a work session to discuss several items, including orientation for new councilmembers, a project designation for Wyoming Community Gas, salaries, a truck parking ordinance, and a snow emergency plan. No public comment is allowed during this session, and no formal votes are expected.

• Orientation and onboarding discussion for new councilmembers
• Wyoming Community Gas project designation discussion
• Salaries discussion
• Truck parking ordinance discussion
• Snow emergency plan discussion

City Council

The Douglas City Council will hold a regular meeting with several ordinances on second or final reading, including adopting updated building codes, vacating portions of Clay Street and an alley, and amending truck parking regulations. They will also consider a lease agreement with 307 Disposal for recycling exploration and a right-of-way agreement for Coopers Arena, plus approve expenditures for 1103 Monroe Street and a change order for the water treatment plant. The agenda includes consent items, public comment, and discussion items such as quarterly reports and the treasurer's report.

• Ordinance 1014: adopt 2021 International Building, Fuel Gas, Mechanical, Plumbing, Residential, Existing Building, Fire Codes and 2020 National Electrical Code (2nd reading)
• Ordinance 1016: vacate south 20 ft of West Clay Street right-of-way and east 15 ft of First Street West (final reading)
• Ordinance 1017: vacate alley between Lot 8 and Lots 9-12, Block 46 (final reading)
• Ordinance 1018: amend truck parking regulations (2nd reading)
• Lease agreement with 307 Disposal for recycling exploration

The Douglas City Council approved a $1,500 bonus for each city employee and authorized the treasurer to process payments. They also approved several ordinances, including adopting updated building codes and vacating alleyways, and a lease with 307 Disposal for recycling exploration. A funding item for 1103 Monroe Street was tabled.

• Approved $1,500 employee bonus for each city employee (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1014 adopting 2021 international building codes (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1016 vacating right-of-way on West Clay Street and First Street West (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1017 vacating alley in Block 46 (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1018 amending truck parking regulations (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1019 removing parking table and amending parking section (3-0)
• Approved 6-month lease with 307 Disposal for recycling partnership (3-0)
• Tabled expenditure for 1103 Monroe Street (3-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss various administrative and infrastructure topics. Discussion items include Pearson Street infrastructure, grant opportunities, and several resolutions.

• Pearson Street attendant infrastructure discussion
• Lease agreement for 307 Disposal
• EPA Recycling grant opportunity
• Building Community Award Resolution
• Arts & Culture Board Resolution

City Council

The Douglas City Council will hold first readings on ordinances updating building codes, truck regulations, and parking rules, and will take final action on several street and alley vacations. The council will also accept a gift for Veterans' Pathway signage, approve change orders for construction projects, and consider a TAP grant for a sidewalk project. The meeting includes routine consent agenda items, public comment, and a proclamation for Small Business Saturday.

• First reading of Ordinance No. 1014 updating building codes
• First reading of Ordinance No. 1018 (truck ordinance) and No. 1019 (parking ordinance)
• Final reading of Ordinance No. 1015 amending zoning map 6.31-1
• Second reading of Ordinances No. 1016 and 1017 vacating portions of Clay Street and an alley
• Change Order No. 1 for Pearson Road Extension and Change Order No. 4 for North 2nd & 3rd Street Utilities

The Douglas City Council approved three ordinances on first reading regarding building codes, truck parking, and commercial parking requirements. They also approved change orders that reduced costs for the Pearson Road Extension and North 2nd & 3rd Street Utilities projects. Additionally, the council accepted a grant for sidewalk design work and appointed a member to the Historic Preservation Commission.

• Approved Consent Agenda (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 1014 updating building codes and fees (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 1018 amending truck parking rules (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 1019 amending commercial parking requirements (3-0)
• Approved 'Veterans Path' signage gift (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 1015 amending maps (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 1016 vacating right-of-ways (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 1017 vacating alley (3-0)

City Council

The Douglas City Council is holding a work session with no public comment. They will discuss the starting time for work sessions, council updates, a raw water irrigation review, an animal shelter and alleged vicious animal update, a traffic speed study and infrastructure for Pearson Street, a Wyoming Community Gas funding project, council transition and orientation, community recognition, establishment of an Arts & Culture Board, and city administrator updates including truck parking, a landfill lease agreement, Christmas tree lighting, and events calendar.

• Wyoming Community Gas funding project discussion
• Pearson Street traffic speed study and attendant infrastructure
• Animal shelter and alleged vicious animal update
• Lease agreement for landfill
• Establishment of Arts & Culture Board

The City Council held a work session to discuss city hall maintenance, water consumption, and traffic studies. The council provided direction to staff to disconnect a water tap at Paul Johnson’s property on Wulff Road.

• Directed staff to disconnect the water tap at Paul Johnson’s property on Wulff Road

City Council

The Douglas City Council will hold a work session to discuss Pearson Street, water rights and capacity, and city hall repairs without public comment. The meeting will also cover building permit fees, community engagement, and updates from council and city staff.

• Pearson Street Discussion
• Water rights, production capacity, and demand/consumption
• City Hall Repairs, Improvements & Signage
• Building Permit Fees

The City Council provided direction on building permit fees and the development of Pearson Street. Council members also discussed water consumption limits and city hall signage. No formal votes were recorded as this was a work session.

• Directed building permit fees to remain the same but increase the review fee by 65%
• Directed staff to ask Pattersons about splitting costs for gas and electric utilities on Pearson Street

City Council

The Douglas City Council will hold public hearings on a retail liquor license transfer for Chutes Restaurant, a show cause hearing for Coopers Arena LLC regarding sales tax delinquency, and a conditional use permit for a daycare at 720 Hamilton Street. They will also consider ordinances to vacate alleys and right-of-way segments, amend tobacco possession rules, and update zoning maps. Several agreements and bid awards for equipment and services are on the agenda.

• Show cause hearing: Coopers Arena LLC retail liquor license, sales tax delinquency
• Transfer of retail liquor license: Chutes Restaurant
• Conditional use permit for daycare at 720 Hamilton Street (Resolution 2022-27)
• Ordinance 1017: vacate alley between Lot 8 and Lots 9-12, Block 46, Original Town
• Ordinance 1016: vacate portions of West Clay Street and First Street West right-of-way

The City Council approved several infrastructure expenditures, including a track loader and emergency well lining. They also granted a conditional use permit for a daycare and approved two alley/right-of-way vacations on first reading.

• Approved $89,980 for emergency Sheep Mountain tank repair by Amtech Tank Lining and Repair (5-0)
• Approved $58,230 bid from M&R Equipment for a compact track loader (5-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for daycare at 720 Hamilton Street (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 1017 to vacate alley at Block 46 (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 1016 to vacate portions of W. Clay St and First St W (5-0)
• Approved transfer of retail liquor license from Chutes Restaurant to Indian Curry House (5-0)
• Rejected all bids for a 2023 half-ton pickup truck (5-0)
• Approved final reading of Ordinance No. 1012 regarding tobacco possession by minors (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Douglas Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a conditional use permit for a daycare, two petitions to vacate street rights-of-way, and discuss updates to short-term rental and building codes. The commission is advisory to the City Council, which will consider these items on October 24, 2022.

• Conditional Use Permit for daycare at 720 Hamilton Street (R-1 zone)
• Vacation of south 20 ft of West Clay Street and east 15 ft of First Street West right-of-way
• Vacation of alley between Lot 8 and Lots 9-12, Block 46 (Industrial zone)
• Discussion of Short Term Rental Code update
• Discussion of Ordinance 1014 (Building Code and Building Permit Fees) update

City Council

The City Council will consider a second reading of an ordinance regarding minor possession of tobacco. The meeting also includes a public hearing for a short-term rental permit and a change order for the Water Treatment Plant Boiler Project.

• Resolution No. 2022-26: Conditional Use Permit for short-term rental at 733 S. 5th Street
• Ordinance No. 1015: Amendment to Douglas Municipal Code maps (First Reading)
• Ordinance No. 1012: Amendment to Chapter 9.20 regarding possession of tobacco by minors (Second Reading)
• Change Order No. 2: Water Treatment Plant Boiler Project

The City Council approved a conditional use permit for a short-term rental at 733 S. 5th Street and advanced an ordinance to prohibit short-term rentals at the school administration building. Additionally, the council approved a $5,800 change order for the Water Treatment Plant Boiler Project.

• Approved Resolution No. 2022-26 for short-term rental permit at 733 S. 5th Street (4-1)
• Approved Ordinance No. 1015 (first reading) to prohibit short-term rentals at school administration building (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 1012 (second reading) regarding possession of tobacco by minors (5-0)
• Approved $5,800 Change Order No. 2 for Water Treatment Plant Boiler Project (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including September 2022 Warrant Register (5-0)

City Council

The Douglas City Council will hold a work session with no public comment to discuss non-binding items such as a plaque at Veteran’s Walkway, community engagement, upcoming agendas, council updates, and city administrator updates.

The council held a work session to discuss traffic concerns, community engagement, and upcoming agenda items. A consensus was reached to approve the installation of a plaque at the Veteran’s Walkway. No formal votes were recorded during this session.

• Consensus to approve installation of Veteran’s Walkway signage under $1,000 (pending language approval)

City Council

The Douglas City Council will hold a work session to review proposed building code updates, recognize local heroes, and plan community Christmas lights. No public comment will be taken during this meeting.

• Ordinance No. 1014 – Building Code Updates
• Local Heroes Recognition for Nov 1st Proclamation
• Community Christmas Lights planning

The council held a work session to discuss building code fee structures and the installation of community Christmas lights. Members provided feedback on proposed ordinance amendments and reviewed upcoming agenda items. No formal votes were recorded during this session.

• Reached consensus to have applicants cover fees for projects requiring review outside of staff
• Reached consensus to keep community Christmas lights up year-round
• Directed staff to find a less expensive Christmas light option
• Directed staff to amend the short-term rental ordinance to include the school’s administration building property

City Council

The Douglas City Council will hold public hearings on three items: an ordinance amending the municipal code on tobacco possession by minors (first reading), a resolution authorizing Converse County School District #1 to proceed with a Type B development for a gymnasium and athletic fields at 801 W. Richards Street, and a conditional use permit for a short-term rental at 733 S. 5th Street. The council will also consider consent agenda items, including minutes, and take action on an ARPA grant clarification, Planning & Zoning appointments, a change order for the 8.5 Alley & 9th Street improvements, a bid award for the City Hall roof, and community Christmas tree funding. The meeting includes a public comment period and an executive session.

• Ordinance No. 1012: amending Chapter 9.20 (tobacco possession by minors) - first reading
• Resolution 2022-25: authorizing school district Type B development for gymnasium, press box, bleachers, athletic fields at 801 W. Richards Street
• Resolution 2022-26: conditional use permit for short-term rental at 733 S. 5th Street (R-1 zoning)
• Amending Resolution 2022-21 to clarify ARPA grant amount for Douglas Middle School lift station
• Change Order No. 2 for 8.5 Alley & 9th Street Improvements; Bid award for City Hall roof

The City Council approved a development resolution for Converse County School District #1 to build athletic facilities and awarded a $86,000 roof replacement contract for City Hall. The council also appointed two members to the Planning & Zoning Commission and advanced an ordinance regarding minor possession of tobacco.

• Approved Resolution No. 2022-25 for school gymnasium and athletic fields (4-0)
• Awarded $86,000 City Hall roof bid to Limmer Roofing Co. (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 1014 (first reading) regarding tobacco possession by minors (4-0)
• Appointed Jay Hancock and Robin Velasquez to Planning & Zoning Commission (4-0)
• Approved $48,821.20 decrease for 8.5 Alley project, final price $700,723.80 (4-0)
• Amended Resolution No. 2022-21 to reflect $1,455,000 ARPA grant amount (4-0)
• Tabled short-term rental permit for 733 S. 5th Street (4-0)
• Tabled community Christmas tree funding (4-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Douglas Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to approve minutes from June 15, 2022, and discuss old and new business. Old business includes training updates, field trip guidebooks, tours of the Old Douglas Armory and cemetery, Pioneer Cemetery and Bozeman Trail updates, downtown businesses, and the Bomber Memorial. New business is a Pocket Park Shadow Box. The meeting is scheduled for September 21, 2022.

• Approve minutes of June 15, 2022 meeting
• Site Stewardship Training update
• Old Douglas Armory Tour
• Cemetery Tour committee, characters, posters
• Pioneer Cemetery and Bozeman Trail updates

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Douglas Planning & Zoning Commission will review two conditional-use permit applications for short-term rentals at 733 S. 5th Street and 406 S. 6th Street, and a Type B development proposal to add a gymnasium, press box, bleachers, and athletic fields at Douglas Middle School, 801 W. Richards Street. Staff reports recommend approval for each item.

• Conditional Use Permit CUP 02-22 for short-term rental at 733 S. 5th Street, R-1 zone
• Conditional Use Permit CUP 01-22 for short-term rental at 406 S. 6th Street, R-1 zone
• Type B Development DEV 03-22 for gymnasium, press box, bleachers, and athletic fields at 801 W. Richards Street, Douglas Middle School
• Type B Development DEV 02-22 for Dollar General at 1708 Muirfield Court, B-2 zone
• Minor Subdivision CCSUB 01-22 at 102 Chalk Buttes Road

City Council

The Douglas City Council holds a work session to discuss several items without public comment. Topics include downtown parking, a new tobacco ordinance, and proposals for the 5th Cent project, Wind River House, and Christmas tree lighting. The meeting also covers public comment formats and a new caboose offer.

• Downtown Parking discussion
• Tobacco Ordinance proposal
• 5th Cent Discussion
• New Caboose Offer
• Christmas Tree Lighting planning

The City Council conducted a work session to discuss various city updates and potential policy changes. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded in the minutes.

City Council

The Douglas City Council will consider routine consent items, then act on a resolution adopting a policy for accepting gifts and donations, a change order for the water treatment plant boiler, a bid award for the landfill fencing project, a grant application for the police department, and ratification of a Wyoming State Fair Board member. Department reports and an executive session are also on the agenda.

• Resolution 2022-23 adopting a gift and donations policy
• Change Order No. 1 for Water Treatment Plant Boiler
• Bid award for Landfill Fencing Project
• Devon Energy Emergency Responder Grant application for Police Department
• Ratify selected Wyoming State Fair Board member

The City Council approved a contract for landfill fencing and authorized efforts to fund a police K9 unit. The council also adopted a new policy for accepting gifts and donations and extended a water treatment plant boiler contract.

• Approved $172,142.00 bid from WYO Services for Landfill Fencing Project (3-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-23 adopting a policy for accepting gifts and donations (3-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 extending CNM Plumbing boiler contract to November 30, 2022 (3-0)
• Authorized K9 fundraising and application for $10,000 Devon Energy Emergency Responder Grant (3-0)
• Ratified appointment of Laurie Boner to the Wyoming State Fair Board for a four-year term (3-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including August 2022 Warrant Register (3-0)

City Council

The Douglas City Council will hold a work session to discuss projects. This is a closed session with no public comment allowed. The meeting will accommodate reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities upon request.

The City Council held a work session to discuss upcoming agenda formats, public engagement, and various city projects. The council reached a consensus to move forward with a banner program offered by CGI.

• Consensus reached to move forward with CGI banner program

City Council

The Douglas City Council is holding its regular meeting with a consent agenda, a proclamation for Hunger Action Month, and several action items. They will vote on the third reading of Ordinance 1013 amending the municipal code, a previously tabled conditional use permit for a short-term rental at 406 S. 6th Street, a resolution to apply for an EDA grant for coal-impacted communities, and an update to the HR manual. They will also discuss the quarterly financial report and treasurer's reports.

• Ordinance No. 1013, third reading, amending zoning tables and sections 16.6.31 and 16.6.24.3(I)
• Resolution 2022-19: conditional use permit for short-term rental at 406 S. 6th Street in R-1 district
• Resolution 2022-22: apply for EDA grant to coal-impacted communities, with $240,000 contribution
• Resolution 2022-24: update HR policies and procedures manual, including prohibition on recording employees at work
• Agreement with Homax Oil Sales Inc. for FY2023 bulk fuel (automatic renewal)

The City Council approved a conditional use permit for a short-term rental at 406 S. 6th Street and passed Ordinance No. 1013 on its third reading. The council also authorized an application for coal-impacted community assistance and renewed an agreement with Homax Oil Sales Inc.

• Approved Ordinance No. 1013 amending municipal code (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-19 for short-term rental permit at 406 S. 6th Street (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-22 to apply for Economic Development Administration assistance (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-24 updating Human Resource Policies and Procedures Manual (5-0)
• Approved renewing agreement and addendum with Homax Oil Sales Inc. (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a second reading for Ordinance No. 1013 regarding municipal code amendments. They will also consider a resolution for an ARPA grant application and a memorandum of understanding between the Douglas and Glenrock police departments.

• Second reading of Ordinance No. 1013 amending Douglas Municipal Code tables and sections
• Resolution No. 2022-21 authorizing an ARPA grant application
• Memorandum of Understanding between Town of Glenrock PD and City of Douglas PD

The City Council approved an ARPA grant application including a city match of $820,000. Council also approved a Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Douglas Police Department and the Town of Glenrock Police Department.

• Approved Ordinance No. 1013 amending Douglas Municipal Code (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-21 for ARPA Grant Application and $820,000 city match (4-0)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding between Town of Glenrock PD and City of Douglas PD (4-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda (4-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn into Executive Session for litigation purposes (4-0)

City Council

The Douglas City Council will hold a regular meeting to decide on a conditional use permit for a short-term rental at 406 S. 6th Street and first-read an ordinance amending residential zoning tables and sections. They will also designate authorized signers for city banking accounts and review a WYDOT agreement for the 2nd Street Bridge.

• Conditional use permit for short-term rental at 406 S. 6th Street (Resolution 2022-19)
• First reading of Ordinance 1013 amending zoning tables and sections (16.6.31, 16.6.24.3(I))
• Designate authorized signers for city banking accounts (Resolution 2022-20)
• Review WYDOT agreement for 2nd Street Bridge repairs

The City Council approved a 100% WYDOT-funded agreement for the 2nd Street Bridge project. The council also passed a first reading of an ordinance amending the municipal code regarding buffer zones and designated authorized signers for city banking accounts.

• Approved Consent Agenda (5-0)
• Tabled Resolution No. 2022-19 regarding a short-term rental permit at 406 S. 6th Street
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 1013 with amendments to buffer zone language and mapping (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-20 designating authorized signers for banking and investment accounts (5-0)
• Approved WYDOT agreement for the 2nd Street Bridge (5-0)

City Council

The Douglas City Council is holding a work session to discuss three items: a short-term rental ordinance (Ordinance No. 1013), an EDA grant, and general project discussions. No public comment will be taken during this session, and no formal votes are scheduled.

• Discussion of Short-Term Rentals/Ordinance No. 1013
• Discussion of EDA Grant
• Projects Discussion

The City Council held a work session to discuss short-term rental ordinances, grant applications, and traffic control. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded during this session.

• Reached consensus to include a map of buffer zones and update language for the 1,000 foot requirement in short-term rental ordinances

City Council

The Douglas City Council will decide on three resolutions: a subdivision approval for 25.21 acres in Converse County, a Type B development permit for a Dollar General store at 1708 Muirfield Court, and a conditional use permit for a short-term rental at 406 S. 6th Street. The council will also review funding agreements for 2023 fiscal year services, including youth programs and fire suppression authority.

• Approve Nachtman Minor Subdivision (25.21 acres, Converse County)
• Authorize Dollar General Type B development at 1708 Muirfield Court (United One Addition, Lot 3)
• Grant conditional use permit for short-term rental at 406 S. 6th Street

The City Council approved a slurry seal contract and several funding agreements for community services for the 2023 fiscal year. Two land-use resolutions were approved, while a short-term rental permit application was tabled for ordinance review.

• Approved Slurry Seal bid to Asphalt Preservation L.L.P. for $410,817.80 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-17 for Nachtman Minor Subdivision (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-18 for retail store construction at 1708 Muirfield Court (4-0)
• Tabled Resolution No. 2022-19 regarding short-term rental permit at 406 S. 6th Street
• Approved Change Order No. 3 for 2nd, 4th & 3rd Street Project (4-0)
• Approved $40,000 audit engagement with Skogen, Cometto & Associates (4-0)
• Approved FY2023 funding agreements for 10 agencies including Boys & Girls Club and Converse Hope Center (4-0)
• Approved FY2023 funding agreements for Youth Development Services (3-0-1), Converse County School District #1 Recreation Board (4-0), Fire Suppression Authority (4-0), and Laramie Peak Humane Society (4-0)

City Council

The Douglas City Council will meet in a work session with no public comment to discuss projects. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

The City Council held a work session to discuss short-term rental requirements and downtown construction. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during this session.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Douglas Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to approve the June 15, 2022 minutes and discuss a series of old business items, including training updates, field trip guidebooks, tours of the Old Douglas Armory and cemetery, and updates on Pioneer Cemetery, the Bozeman Trail, downtown businesses, and the Bomber Memorial. No new business is listed on the agenda.

• Approve minutes of June 15, 2022 meeting
• Site Stewardship Training update
• Old Douglas Armory Tour discussion
• Cemetery Tour committee and characters
• Pioneer Cemetery and Bozeman Trail updates

The commission approved the minutes from the May 18, 2022 meeting. Members discussed ongoing projects including field trip guidebooks and tour planning for the Old Douglas Armory and the cemetery.

• Approved May 18, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Douglas Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider three applications: a minor subdivision, a Dollar General retail store, and a short-term rental. The commission is advisory; the City Council will act on these items on July 25, 2022. Staff recommends approval for the subdivision and the Dollar General, with conditions.

• Nachtman Minor Subdivision (CCSUB 01-22): split 25.21 acres at 102 Chalk Buttes Road into two residential lots (7.51 and 17.7 acres)
• Dollar General (DEV 02-22): 10,542 sq ft retail store at 1708 Muirfield Court, with alternate parking plan (35 spaces vs 50 required)
• Short-term rental (CUP 01-22): at 406 S. 6th Street in R-1 zone
• Ice Arena (DEV 01-22): forwarded to City Council for action on July 25

City Council

The Douglas City Council is holding a work session to discuss projects. No public comment will be taken during the session. The agenda is minimal and contains only a general discussion item.

• Discussion of projects

The City Council held a work session to receive project updates and discuss city operations. The council reached a consensus to schedule future work sessions at 4:00 p.m. on the same day as regular city council meetings.

• Consensus reached to hold future work sessions at 4:00 p.m. on regular city council meeting days

City Council

The City Council will consider change orders for the North 4th Street and Mesa Drive mill and overlay projects. The meeting also includes the swearing-in of Police Department Officer Katie Howard and various department reports.

• Change Order No. 1: North 4th Street Mill & Overlay Project
• Change Order No. 2: Mesa Drive Mill & Overlay Project
• Swearing in PD Officer Katie Howard
• Approval of June 2022 Warrant Register
• Department reports from Public Works, Administrative Services, Clerk, Planning & Community Development, and Police

The Douglas City Council approved the consent agenda, swore in new police officer Katy Howard, and approved two street project change orders. Change Order No. 1 increased the North 4th Street Mill & Overlay Project cost by $2,766.00, while Change Order No. 2 decreased the Mesa Drive Mill & Overlay Project cost by $23,522.82. The meeting adjourned at approximately 5:41 p.m.

• Approved the Consent Agenda as presented (5-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for the North 4th Street Mill & Overlay Project, increasing the not-to-exceed amount to $144,341.00 (5-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 2 for the Mesa Drive Mill & Overlay Project, decreasing the not-to-exceed amount to $220,587.18 (5-0)

City Council

The Douglas City Council is holding a special meeting to consider two action items: a resolution establishing a recycling feasibility task force and a technical services agreement with Converse County. The meeting also includes an executive session and routine consent agenda items.

• Resolution No. 2022-15 establishing a Recycling Feasibility Task Force
• Technical Services Agreement with Converse County for IT services
• Consent agenda approval
• Executive session

The Douglas City Council held a special meeting and approved the agenda, Resolution No. 2022-15 to establish a Recycling Feasibility Task Force while leaving existing bins in place, and a technical services agreement with Converse County.

• Approved Consent Agenda (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-15 establishing a Recycling Feasibility Task Force, keeping existing bins in place (5-0)
• Approved Technical Services Agreement between Converse County and the City of Douglas (5-0)

City Council

The Douglas City Council is holding a work session to discuss two items: a resolution to establish a Recycling Feasibility Task Force and a Technical Services Agreement with Converse County. No public comment will be taken during this work session.

• Resolution No. 2022-15 establishing a Recycling Feasibility Task Force
• Technical Services Agreement with Converse County

The Douglas City Council held a work session to evaluate the city's IT needs and the current technical services agreement with Converse County. Council members discussed the budget implications of hiring an internal IT employee versus continuing to contract with the county. The council directed staff to proceed with the current contract, review it in 30 to 45 days, and determine the costs for advertising an IT Director position.

• Directed staff to continue with the Converse County IT contract
• Requested a 30 to 45-day review of the IT contract
• Directed staff to determine costs for advertising an IT Director position

City Council

The Douglas City Council is holding its regular meeting on June 27, 2022. They will consider a resolution to apply for federal funding through WYDOT's Transportation Alternative Program for the Richards Street Pedestrian Safety Project, and will also review an economic development funding application for The Enterprise facade program. The agenda includes routine consent items, public comment, and an executive session.

• Resolution No. 2022-16 authorizing application for federal funding for Richards Street Pedestrian Safety Project
• Economic Development Funding Application: The Enterprise (facade program)
• Proclamation honoring Sergeant Chad Holler on retirement
• Police Department promotions and introduction of new officers
• Treasurer's Report and Dashboards for May 2022

The Douglas City Council approved Resolution No. 2022-16, authorizing a federal Transportation Alternative Program grant application through WYDOT for the Richards Street Pedestrian Safety Project, and also authorized the City Administrator to sign associated documents. The council approved a $50,000 Economic Development Application for The Enterprise's facade grant program, with unspent funds carried over to future years, and directed staff to prepare an agreement for approval at the next meeting. The consent agenda, including the June 13 and June 16 minutes, was approved 5-0. The meeting also included a proclamation honoring retiring Sergeant Chad Holler, the promotion of Rudy Toman to Sergeant, and the introduction of new officers Roy Nixon and Tyler Stream.

• Approved Resolution No. 2022-16 authorizing a WYDOT Transportation Alternative Program grant application for the Richards Street Pedestrian Safety Project, plus authorization for the City Administrator to sign associated documents (5-0)
• Approved a $50,000 Economic Development Application for The Enterprise facade grant program, with carryover to future years if not fully spent in fiscal year 2023, and directed staff to prepare an agreement for the next council meeting (5-0)
• Approved the consent agenda, including the June 27 agenda, June 13 regular meeting minutes, and June 16 special meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned the June 27, 2022 regular meeting at approximately 5:48 p.m. (5-0)

City Council

The Douglas City Council will hold a work session to discuss an alcohol permit for the Wyoming State Fair with its director, Courtny Conkle. No public comment will be taken during this session. The agenda contains only this single discussion item.

• Discussion with Wyoming State Fair Director Courtny Conkle regarding an alcohol permit

The City Council held a work session to discuss proposed alcohol consumption and service areas for the Wyoming State Fair. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during the session.

City Council

The Douglas City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct public hearings and vote on resolutions adopting the annual budget for fiscal year 2023 and amending the fiscal year 2022 budget. The meeting includes a consent agenda, public hearings on both budget items, and an executive session before adjournment.

• Resolution 2022-13: Adopt annual budget for FY2023
• Resolution 2022-14: Amend FY2022 budget
• Public hearings on both budget resolutions
• Consent agenda for routine items
• Executive session

The City Council approved the annual budget for Fiscal Year 2023 and passed amendments to the Fiscal Year 2022 budget. The 2022 amendments increased funding for the General fund, Street Improvement fund, and Water fund expenditures.

• Approved Consent Agenda (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-13 appropriating money for the Fiscal Year 2023 annual budget (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-14 amending the Fiscal Year 2022 budget (4-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Douglas Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to approve the minutes from the May 18, 2022 meeting and discuss several old business items, including training updates, a historic homes tour, field trip guidebooks, and tours of the Old Douglas Armory and cemetery. No new business is listed on the agenda.

• Approve minutes of May 18, 2022 meeting
• Site Stewardship Training update
• Homemakers Historic Homes tour – June 10th
• Old Douglas Armory Tour
• Pioneer Cemetery update

The commission met to discuss preservation activities and upcoming tours. No official votes were taken because a quorum was not present.

City Council

The Douglas City Council is holding its regular meeting with a consent agenda, public comment, and several action items. Key actions include appointing and swearing in a city administrator, considering a resolution to place a 1% sales tax question on the 2022 general election ballot, and approving a change order for the 2nd & 3rd Street Improvements Project. The council will also receive department reports and may enter executive session.

• Resolution No. 2022-12 requesting Converse County Commissioners place 1% sales tax question on 2022 general election ballot
• Change Order No. 1 for 2nd & 3rd Street Improvements Project
• City Administrator official appointment and swearing in
• Warrant Register for May 2022
• Approval of May 23, 2022 regular meeting minutes

The City Council formally appointed J.D. Cox as the City Administrator. Additionally, the council approved a sales tax resolution for the 2022 ballot and authorized a change order for street improvements.

• Appointed J.D. Cox as City Administrator (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-12 for 1% sales tax ballot question (3-0)
• Approved $194,842.40 change order for 2nd & 3rd Street improvements (3-0)
• Approved 32-day completion extension for 2nd & 3rd Street project (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda (3-0)

City Council

The Douglas City Council will hold a work session to discuss the fiscal year 2023 budget and meet with Amie Clark, Director of Community Service Block Grant. No public comment will be taken during this session.

The Douglas City Council met for a work session on May 26, 2022, to discuss community services, the proposed budget, and recycling services. No formal votes or substantive decisions were recorded, as work sessions are for discussion only.

• Discussed the Community Service Block Grant and funding expectations
• Discussed items within the proposed budget and future budget presentation preferences
• Discussed recycling services and the establishment of a research task force

City Council

The Douglas City Council will meet to approve routine agenda items, hear a presentation from the Historic Preservation Commission, and vote on several agreements including a memorandum of understanding for a water study with Bedtick Ranch Limited Partnership, an easement assignment for the Sheep Mountain Well, and a contract with CEPI for city engineering services.

• Bedtick Ranch Limited Partnership LLC: Memorandum Of Understanding for Level II Water Study
• Rocky Mountain Power Agreement for assignment of easement and bill of sale for Sheep Mountain Well
• City Engineer Contract: CEPI
• Change Order No. 1 for Mesa Drive Mill & Overlay Project
• 2nd & 3rd Street Improvements Project stormwater estimates

The Douglas City Council approved a $40,260.00 change order for the Mesa Drive Mill and Overlay Project, bringing the total project amount not to exceed $244,110.00, and authorized the city administrator to sign related documents. The council also approved a Memorandum of Understanding with Bedtick Ranch Limited Partnership, LLC, a $1.00 Rocky Mountain Power easement assignment and bill of sale for the Sheep Mountain Well project, and a City Engineer Contract with CEPI. It formally agreed to move forward with additional improvements to 2nd & 3rd Street, with a pending change order for the added spending to come back for future approval. All votes were 4-0, with Councilperson Kim Pexton absent.

• Approved Bedtick Ranch Limited Partnership, LLC Memorandum of Understanding (4-0)
• Approved Rocky Mountain Power easement assignment and bill of sale, $1.00, Sheep Mountain Well (4-0)
• Accepted City Engineer Contract with CEPI (4-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 1, Mesa Drive Mill & Overlay, +$40,260.00, total not to exceed $244,110.00 (4-0)
• Approved moving forward with additional 2nd & 3rd Street improvements, pending change order for future approval (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda, including minutes of April 11, April 20, April 25 and May 9, 2022 meetings (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at approximately 5:46 p.m. (4-0)

City Council

The Douglas City Council is holding a budget work session to discuss the FY2023 budget and the agenda for the regular meeting later that day. No public comment will be taken during this work session.

• Discussion of FY2023 budget
• Discussion of May 23, 2022 City Council agenda

The Douglas City Council held a work session on May 23, 2022, focused on the FY2023 budget. Council discussed employee COLA and bonuses, an HR position, $60,000 budgeted for HR services plus Bambii services, and a possible technical services/IT contract. No motions, votes, or formal decisions were recorded; an additional work session will be scheduled to discuss concerns with the Human Resource Council directly.

City Council

The Douglas City Council convened a budget work session to discuss the FY2023 budget. No public comment was taken during the session, and the meeting was closed to the public.

The Douglas City Council held a budget work session on May 17, 2022, to review the proposed FY2023 municipal budget. Treasurer Mary Nicol presented the proposal, and the council and department heads discussed all departments and funds in detail. The mayor and council made recommendations for all funds and discussed employee salaries, benefits, COLA increases, a potential one-time payment, and step rate increases, but no final decisions were recorded. Staff was advised to prepare official numbers on the salary proposals, and an additional work session was to be scheduled.

City Council

The Douglas City Council will meet to consider resolutions on a highway safety grant, an open container district, a one percent sales tax ballot question, and municipal lien authority. The agenda also includes agreements for Visionary Broadband, the City Administrator contract, a school resource officer memorandum of understanding, and alley utility improvements.

• Resolution No. 2022-09: WYDOT highway safety enforcement grant for Douglas Police Department
• Resolution No. 2022-10: Establishing an open container district in the downtown historic district
• Resolution No. 2022-11: Requesting 1% sales tax question on the 2022 election ballot
• Resolution No. 2022-12: Creating utility and municipal services lien authority
• Bid recommendation for 4.5 Alley Utility Improvements Project

The Douglas City Council approved a bid of up to $643,450.00 to Ramshorn Construction for the 4.5 Alley Utility Improvements Project, including Alternate Bid Schedule D, and authorized a budget amendment for the June 13 meeting. The council also approved Resolution No. 2022-10 establishing an open container district in the local Downtown Historic District, and Resolution No. 2022-11 asking Converse County Commissioners to place a 1% sales tax question on the 2022 ballot. All votes recorded were 5-0, and the meeting adjourned at approximately 5:43 p.m.

• Approved consent agenda, including April 2022 warrant register and prior meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-09 authorizing police to apply for 2023 WYDOT highway safety enforcement grant (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-10 establishing an open container district in the Downtown Historic District (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-11 requesting the 1% sales tax question be placed on the 2022 election ballot (5-0)
• Approved agreement with Visionary Services (Visionary Broadband) (5-0)
• Approved City Administrator Agreement (5-0)
• Approved SRO Memorandum of Understanding with Converse County School District #1 (5-0)
• Approved bid to Ramshorn Construction for 4.5 Alley Utility Improvements, not to exceed $643,450.00, including Alternate Bid Schedule D (5-0)

City Council

This is a special City Council meeting in Douglas, WY, on May 2, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. The agenda is largely procedural, covering roll call, disclosures, a consent agenda for routine items, and a discussion with the City Administrator. No specific action items, contracts, or public hearings are listed.

• Consent agenda approval for routine items
• Discussion and possible action with City Administrator

The Douglas City Council held a special meeting on May 2, 2022. In open session, the council voted 5-0 to offer the position of City Administrator to JD Cox and to approve the contract as drafted by the city attorney. The council also approved the agenda 5-0, recessed into executive session to consider a personnel matter under W.S. §16-4-405(a)(ii), and reconvened in open session. The meeting adjourned at approximately 2:16 p.m.

• Approved the May 2, 2022 agenda (5-0)
• Recessed into executive session on a personnel matter under W.S. §16-4-405(a)(ii) (5-0)
• Reconvened into open session (5-0)
• Offered the City Administrator position to JD Cox and approved the contract as drafted by the city attorney (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider a change order for the Pearson Drive Extension Project and a recommendation for a City Engineer RFP. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the transfer of ownership for fiber optic cable to the City of Douglas.

• Change Order No. 1: Pearson Drive Extension Project
• City Engineer RFP recommendation
• Fiber Optic Cable transfer of ownership to City of Douglas
• Arbor Day 2022 Proclamation

The City Council accepted a proposal from CEPI for city engineering services and approved the transfer of fiber optic cable ownership from Converse County. A proposed change order for the Pearson Drive Extension Project was denied.

• Approved Consent Agenda including April 7 minutes (5-0)
• Denied Change Order No. 1 for Pearson Drive Extension Project (1-4)
• Approved proposal from CEPI for City Engineering Services (5-0)
• Approved transfer of fiber optic cable ownership from Converse County (5-0)

City Council

The Douglas City Council convened a special meeting on April 22, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. to conduct routine procedural items. No substantive decisions, ordinances, or discussions were listed beyond standard agenda items such as roll call, consent agenda approval, and adjournment.

At a special meeting on April 22, 2022, the Douglas City Council approved the agenda and held an executive session. The council then voted unanimously to enter into negotiations with JD Cox to hire him as the City Administrator.

• Approved the consent agenda (5-0)
• Convened into executive session regarding a public officer or employee (5-0)
• Reconvened into open session (5-0)
• Authorized negotiations with JD Cox to hire him as City Administrator (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (5-0)

City Council

The Douglas City Council will hold a work session to discuss potential ordinances for BIRD scooters, regulations on truck parking within city limits, and options for recycling services. The meeting is procedural and does not include public comment.

• Discussion on possible ordinance for BIRD Scooters
• Discussion on truck parking regulations within city limits
• Discussion on recycling services for the City of Douglas

The City Council held a work session to discuss potential partnerships for BIRD scooters, truck parking regulations, and recycling services. Councilmembers also reviewed IT staffing needs and the upcoming May 23, 2022, agenda. No formal votes or final legislative actions were taken during this meeting.

• Discussed potential 12-month BIRD scooter trial
• Discussed truck parking options within city limits
• Discussed recycling services and hauling logistics
• Discussed IT department staffing and consulting options

Historic Preservation Commission

The Douglas Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to approve minutes, discuss training updates, and plan upcoming events including the Homemakers Historic Homes tour, Preservation Month activities, and the Douglas Armory National Register nomination. The agenda is largely routine with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approve minutes of March 15, 2022 meeting
• Homemakers Historic Homes tour on June 10th during Jackalope Days
• Preservation Month activities including Alliance for Historic Wyoming interview, Preservation Award, Pioneer Cemetery event, and school field trips
• Douglas Armory National Register nomination update

City Council

The Douglas City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the City Administrator vacancy. The main item is a discussion and possible action regarding the vacancy, which will take place in executive session after relocating to The Enterprise building. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with only the consent agenda and adjournment.

• Discussion and possible action on City Administrator vacancy
• Executive session at The Enterprise building, 130 South 3rd Street
• Consent agenda approval

The City Council met to approve the meeting agenda and conduct an executive session regarding personnel matters. Following the session, the council reconvened in open session and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved the April 20, 2022, meeting agenda (5-0)
• Recessed into executive session regarding personnel matters (5-0)
• Reconvened into open session (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding Resolution No. 2022-08 to amend the Fiscal Year 2022 budget. The Council will also consider a bid recommendation for the 4th Street mill and overlay project. Additional discussions include new IT and Human Resources positions.

• Public hearing for Resolution No. 2022-08 (FY 2022 budget amendments)
• Bid recommendation for 4th Street mill and overlay
• Presentation regarding BIRD Scooters
• Discussion of IT position
• Discussion of Human Resources position

The Douglas City Council approved a budget amendment (Resolution No. 2022-08) for Fiscal Year 2022, which the Administrative Services Director said was needed due to an emergency at Sheep Mountain Well requiring electrical replacement. The council also approved a bid recommendation for the 4" Street Improvements Project to Ramshorn Construction in an amount not to exceed $141,575.00. Both votes were 4-0, with Councilperson Kim Pexton absent. The council also heard an update on BIRD Scooters and held an executive session, but took no action on the IT and Human Resource position discussion items.

• Approved Consent Agenda including March 2022 warrant register (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-08 amending FY2022 budget for Sheep Mountain Well electrical emergency (4-0)
• Approved 4" Street Improvements Project bid to Ramshorn Construction, not to exceed $141,575.00 (4-0)
• Recessed into executive session for personnel and litigation matters (4-0)
• Reconvened into open session (4-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (5-0)

City Council

This is a special City Council meeting with no substantive business on the agenda. The only items are the call to order, approval of the consent agenda, and a motion to adjourn, making it purely procedural.

• Consent agenda: corrections, additions, and approval of the April 7, 2022 agenda
• Executive session listed as an agenda item but no details provided

The Douglas City Council held a special meeting on April 7, 2022, called to order by Mayor René Kemper at about 3:00 p.m. The council approved its agenda 5-0, then convened into executive session 5-0 under W.S. §16-4-405(a)(ii) to consider matters involving a public officer, professional person or employee. The council reconvened in open session at about 3:48 p.m. and adjourned at about 3:49 p.m.; no substantive decisions were made in open session, and the minutes record no outcome from the executive session.

• Approved the April 7, 2022 consent agenda as presented (5-0)
• Convened into executive session under W.S. §16-4-405(a)(ii) (5-0)
• Reconvened into open session (5-0)
• Adjourned the special meeting (5-0)

City Council

The Douglas City Council will hold a regular meeting on March 28, 2022. The primary council action item listed is regarding the Interim Administrator position.

• Discussion of Interim Administrator position

The City Council appointed Clara Chaffin to serve as the Interim City Administrator and city signatory until a permanent hire is made. Staff were directed to expand the job posting for the permanent position to more government-related search sites.

• Approved Consent Agenda (5-0)
• Recessed into Executive Session to discuss personnel matters (5-0)
• Appointed Clara Chaffin as Interim City Administrator and city signatory (5-0)

City Council

The Douglas City Council will consider awarding a bid for the Mesa Street Mill and Overlay Project, along with several proclamations and routine consent agenda items. The meeting also includes an executive session to discuss an interim administrator contract.

• Bid recommendation for Mesa Street Mill and Overlay Project
• Proclamation for Kids In The Park on May 21, 2022
• Proclamation recognizing Tanya Seeds and Corey Davidson on March 25, 2022
• Proclamation for National Service Recognition Day on April 5, 2022
• Executive session to discuss interim administrator contract

The Douglas City Council approved the bid for the Mesa Street Mill and Overlay Project to ISCO for $203,850.00 and designated City Clerk Chaz Schumacher as the city signatory until an interim or contracted city administrator is in place. The council also approved the consent agenda, discussed the interim City Administrator contract, and held an executive session.

• Approved Consent Agenda (5-0)
• Approved bid for Mesa Street Mill and Overlay Project to ISCO for $203,850.00 (5-0)
• Recessed into Executive Session (5-0)
• Continued discussions regarding the interim City Administrator contract (5-0)
• Designated City Clerk Chaz Schumacher as city signatory (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (5-0)

City Council

The Douglas City Council is holding a work session to discuss city IT services, the city administrator vacancy, councilmember updates, and to review the agenda for the March 28, 2022 meeting. No public comment will be taken during this work session.

• Discussion regarding City IT services
• Discussion regarding City Administrator vacancy
• Review City Council agenda for March 28, 2022

The City Council held a work session to discuss technical service options provided by Converse County and the process for filling the city administrator vacancy. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded during this session.

• Discussed moving city IT services to Converse County
• Instructed staff to continue advertising the city administrator vacancy on Indeed and send questionnaires to applicants
• Discussed potential for former IT Director Gary Schwarz to serve as a consultant

Historic Preservation Commission

The Douglas Historic Preservation Commission will convene to approve the minutes from its February 16, 2022 meeting and receive updates on training, a local historic homes tour, and preservation month activities. No formal decisions or new business items are listed on this agenda.

City Council

The Douglas City Council will meet to discuss several items, including a resolution to apply for Economic Development Administration assistance. The meeting also includes the approval of the February 2022 warrant register.

• Resolution No. 2022-07: EDA assistance to coal impacted communities program grant application
• Approval of February 2022 Warrant Register

The Douglas City Council met on March 14, 2022, approving the consent agenda, which included the February 2022 warrant register, and passing a resolution to apply for Economic Development Administration assistance.

• Approved Consent Agenda including agenda and February 2022 warrant register (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-07 to apply for Economic Development Administration Assistance to Coal Impacted Communities Program (4-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at approximately 5:36 p.m. (4-0)

City Council

The Douglas City Council has called a special meeting to discuss the Administrator position. No specific details regarding the nature of the discussion or potential actions were provided in the agenda.

• Discussion and possible action regarding the Administrator position

The City Council met for a special session to address the administrator position. The council voted to appoint an interim administrator to serve until a permanent replacement is found.

• Approved Consent Agenda (5-0)
• Convened into Executive Session to discuss personnel matters (5-0)
• Offered Jeff Jones the Interim City Administrator position (5-0)

City Council

The Douglas City Council is holding a work session to discuss several items, including a visionary fiber lease agreement, the community center, and the administrator vacancy. No public comment will be taken during this session. The meeting is primarily for discussion and questions, with no formal votes expected.

• Discussion of Visionary Fiber Lease Agreement
• Discussion regarding Community Center
• Discussion regarding Administrator Vacancy
• Administrator's Report
• City Councilmembers Updates

The City Council met for a work session to discuss city projects and administrative matters. No formal votes or legislative actions were taken during this meeting.

• Discussed Visionary Broadband fiber lease agreement
• Discussed status of City Administrator vacancy applications
• Discussed sewer line installation and property contracts
• Discussed potential community center feasibility and needs study

City Council

The Douglas City Council will hold public hearings on 2022-23 liquor license renewals and consider a resolution allowing the Douglas Youth Hockey Association to build an ice arena in a greenspace zone. Action items include a pawnbroker renewal, a contract amendment for attorney services, and bid recommendations for a slurry seal project and the Pearson Road extension.

• Liquor license renewals for 22 businesses, including 16 with no violations and 6 with prior violations
• Resolution 2022-06 authorizing Douglas Youth Hockey Association Type B development for ice arena at 1045 Jefferson Street
• Amendment No. 1 to professional services agreement with Peasley & Armstrong LLP for attorney services
• Bid recommendation for 2022 slurry seal project
• Bid recommendation for Pearson Road development

The City Council approved a major road development project and authorized the construction of an ice arena. The council also renewed multiple liquor licenses and a pawnbroker application.

• Approved Pearson Road Project bid to Hot Iron Inc. not to exceed $1,938,265.27 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-06 for Douglas Youth Hockey Association ice arena at 1045 Jefferson Street (5-0)
• Approved Slurry Seal project bid to Asphalt Preservation for $154,951.93, with total budget not to exceed $220,000 (5-0)
• Approved liquor license renewals for 16 applicants with no violations (5-0)
• Approved liquor license renewals for 6 applicants with violations (5-0)
• Approved annual pawnbroker renewal for Douglas Pawn (5-0)
• Approved Amendment No. One to professional services agreement with Peasley & Armstrong LLP for attorney services (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Douglas Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a Type B Development application by the Douglas Youth Hockey Association to construct an ice arena at 1045 Jefferson Street in Bartling Park. The Community Development Department recommends approval. The commission will also hear a staff report on the City Council's action regarding the previously recommended fire training facility.

• DEV 01-22: Ice arena construction at 1045 Jefferson Street (Bartling Park Addition, Lot 2) in GRN Greenspace Zone; 34,925 sq ft building, 52 parking spaces
• Staff recommendation for approval of ice arena development plan and development agreement
• City Engineer comments: need for easement from County for access road crossing John Lambert Subdivision, additional parking lot lighting, more detailed drainage plan
• DEV 02-21: Staff report on City Council action for fire training facility at 450 Robin Lane (previously recommended for approval)
• Water and sewer infrastructure for ice arena anticipated to be provided by City if approved in budget by City Council

The Douglas Planning and Zoning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend City Council approval of a Type B Development application by The Douglas Youth Hockey Association for an ice arena at 1045 Jefferson Street in a GRN Greenspace Zone, with staff recommendations. The Commission also accepted the January 17, 2022 minutes and the meeting agenda, both 5-0. In a staff report, Director Chaffin said the City Council had approved a January 17 item for a Douglas Volunteer Fire Department fire training facility at 450 Robin Lane, including an alternate landscape plan, and that a development agreement had been signed.

• Recommended approval to City Council of Type B Development for ice arena at 1045 Jefferson Street (5-0), with staff recommendations
• Accepted the meeting agenda (5-0)
• Accepted the January 17, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 5:42 P.M. (5-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Douglas Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to approve the previous meeting's minutes and discuss old business items, including training updates, the Homemakers Historic Homes tour, Preservation Month, and budget requests for workbooks and bronze signage. No new business is listed on the agenda.

• Approve minutes of January 19, 2022 meeting
• Discuss Homemakers Historic Homes tour
• Discuss Preservation Month activities
• Budget requests for workbooks and bronze signage
• Discuss Pioneer Cemetery and Preservation Award

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the January 19, 2022 minutes and approved a residential walking tour, including possible house tours for a Homemakers tour at 2pm on June 10th. The commission will wait for feasibility study results before pursuing Bozeman Trail issues, and plans to request funding from Council for "Bronze" type plaques for the 18 homes on the walking tour in the North Douglas Historic District. The meeting adjourned at 6:12pm; the next meeting is March 16, 2022 at 5:15pm at City Hall.

• Approved January 19, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved residential walking tour, with possible house tours for Homemakers tour at 2pm on June 10th
• Will wait for feasibility study results before pursuing Bozeman Trail issues
• Will request Council funding for "Bronze" type plaques for the 18 homes on the walking tour in the North Douglas Historic District

City Council

The Douglas City Council is holding a joint work session to discuss the Douglas Community Center. The agenda contains only this single discussion item, with no other business listed.

• Discussion regarding Douglas Community Center

City Council

The Douglas City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda, public comment, and proclamations. Key actions include a public hearing on a FY 2022 budget amendment, resolutions on bank depositories, and bid recommendations for a water treatment plant boiler, air compressor, and police body cameras. The council will also appoint a Historic Preservation Commission member and receive department reports.

• Resolution 2022-04: Amending FY 2022 budget
• Resolution 2022-05: Designating bank depositories for public funds
• Bid recommendation: Water Treatment Plant Boiler Replacement
• Bid recommendation: Air Compressor
• Bid recommendation: Police Department Body Cameras

The Douglas City Council approved Resolution No. 2022-04, amending the Fiscal Year 2022 budget by $278,620, following an auditor's recommendation that amendments be made as they occur rather than at year end. The council also approved a resolution designating depositories for public funds and three bid recommendations, including a water treatment plant boiler replacement, an air compressor, and 18 police body cameras. Lisa Patterson was appointed to the Historic Preservation Commission. The council recessed into executive session to consider personnel matters and then reconvened and adjourned; no decisions from the executive session were recorded.

• Approved Resolution No. 2022-04 amending the FY2022 budget by $278,620 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-05 designating depositories for public funds (5-0)
• Approved Water Treatment Plant boiler replacement bid to CNM Plumbing & Heating, not to exceed $58,995.00 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of one 185 CFM air compressor from CLS, Inc., not to exceed $23,511.00 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 18 body-worn cameras from Motorola with 5-year warranty, not to exceed $53,661.50 (5-0)
• Appointed Lisa Patterson to Historic Preservation Commission, term ending December 31, 2024 (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including January 2022 warrant register and prior meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recessed into executive session for personnel matters under W.S. §16-4-405(a)(ii) (5-0)

City Council

The Douglas City Council is holding a work session to discuss the Visionary Fiber Lease Agreement and the current administrator vacancy. They will also review the agenda for the upcoming February 14, 2022 council meeting and receive the administrator's report. No public comment will be taken during this work session.

• Discussion regarding Visionary Fiber Lease Agreement
• Discussion regarding Administrator Vacancy
• Review of City Council Agenda for February 14, 2022

The Douglas City Council held a work session on February 10, 2022, with no formal votes recorded. Council reached consensus to move forward with an extended 5-year maintenance agreement for police body cameras, which Police Chief Todd Byerly said would raise the bid to just over $53,000 and require an additional budget amendment. Council also discussed a possible fiber lease agreement with Visionary Broadband and directed staff to survey junction boxes and for Visionary to possibly submit an amended proposal. City Administrator Jonathan Teichert said his last day will be March 24, 2022, and the elevator at 101 N. 4th Street was out of order for servicing.

• Consensus to move forward with 5-year extended maintenance agreement for PD body cameras (bid just over $53,000; would need budget amendment)
• Direction to have Gary Schwarz and Greg Worthen survey junction boxes on existing city fiber line; Visionary Broadband to possibly submit amended proposal
• No formal votes recorded — work session only

City Council

The Douglas City Council will hold a work session to discuss the current vacancy of the City Administrator position. There will be no public comment allowed during this session.

• Discussion regarding Administrator Vacancy

The Douglas City Council held a work session on February 3, 2022, with no formal decisions recorded. Discussion covered the process and timeline for filling the city administrator vacancy, including forwarding applications to the council as received and a draft review rubric. The administrator also reported on an exploratory well, a Rocky Mountain Power line connection, a fiber line lease proposal, the Pearson Street project, redistricting, and NEWY's tour plans.

City Council

The Douglas City Council is holding a joint work session to discuss items, including the Douglas Community Center. The agenda contains only discussion items and no formal votes or public hearings.

• Discussion regarding Douglas Community Center

City Council

The Douglas City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda, public comment, and several action items. Key decisions include a resolution for a fire training facility, a police grant application, a bid recommendation for a mower, a quit claim deed, and a change order for the Public Works Annex Building. The council will also discuss community project designations for Wyoming Community Gas and a potential ARPA funds grant.

• Resolution 2022-02: Fire training facility in I Industrial zone at 450 West Robin Lane
• Resolution 2022-03: Police grant applications for underage drinking enforcement and alcohol/tobacco compliance checks
• Bid recommendation for Triplex Mower - DCC
• Quit claim deed for lots in Block 4, Town of Douglas
• Change Order No. 1 for Public Works Annex Building

The City Council approved the development of a fire training facility, authorized police grant applications, and approved several equipment and infrastructure expenditures. The council also designated funding for improvements to Jackalope Square and held an executive session regarding personnel matters.

• Approved Resolution 2022-02 for fire training facility at 450 Robin Lane (4-0-1)
• Approved police grant applications for alcohol/tobacco enforcement (5-0)
• Approved $46,000 bid for Douglas Community Club triplex mower (5-0)
• Approved Quit Claim Deed for specified lots in Town of Douglas (5-0)
• Approved $10,000 change order for Public Works Annex Building (5-0)
• Approved $14,992 for Jackalope Square improvements (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda (5-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Douglas Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to approve prior minutes, introduce new members, and discuss old and new business. Key items include training updates, the Bozeman Trail resolution, early budget submission for 2022-2023, and a National Register nomination. They will also elect a chairperson and secretary.

• Approve minutes of November 17, 2021 meeting
• Discuss Bozeman Trail resolution
• Review early budget submission requirements for 2022-2023
• Discuss National Register nomination
• Election of Chairperson and Secretary

The commission approved the minutes from the November 17, 2021 meeting. Members discussed a passed City Council resolution for a Bozeman Trail feasibility study and upcoming budget requests for February.

• Approved November 17, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is reviewing a proposal for a new fire training center at 450 West Robin Lane. The meeting also includes discussions on a rezoning request for 337 1st Street West and a conditional use permit for a sign at 136 S. 5th Street.

• Type B Development application for a fire training facility at 450 West Robin Lane
• Rezoning application for 337 1st Street West from Industrial to Medium Density Residential
• Conditional Use Permit for an electronic message display sign at 136 S. 5th Street
• Election of Commission Chairman and Vice Chairman

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended that City Council approve a Type B Development for a fire training facility at 450 Robin Lane. The recommendation includes staff conditions regarding security, road maintenance, and wastewater infrastructure. The commission also elected its leadership for the term.

• Recommended approval of Fire Training Facility at 450 Robin Lane to City Council (4-0)
• Approved October 18, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Elected Jay Hancock as Chairman (4-0)
• Elected Blake Palmer as Vice Chair (4-0)

City Council

The Douglas City Council will meet to approve routine corrections to the meeting agenda and minutes from prior work sessions and regular meetings. They will also vote on a resolution to amend the 2022 city budget and consider appointments to several boards, including the Historic Preservation Commission and joint powers boards. Additionally, the Council will review department reports and bid recommendations for municipal projects.

• Vote on Resolution 2022-01 to amend the 2022 city budget
• Appoint 3 Historic Preservation Commission members for 3-year terms
• Approve bid recommendation for Water Treatment Plant miscellaneous improvements
• Approve bid recommendation for Douglas Parks Front Deck AWD Mower
• Appoint 2 Converse County Joint Powers Board members and 2 Wyoming Community Gas Board members

The City Council approved a budget amendment for the 2022 fiscal year and awarded two construction and equipment bids. The council also filled several appointments for the Converse County Joint Powers Board, Wyoming Community Gas Board, and Historic Preservation Commission.

• Approved Resolution No. 2022-01 to amend the Fiscal Year 2022 budget (4-0)
• Approved $790,350 bid for Water Treatment Plant Miscellaneous Improvements Project to Ramshorn Construction (4-0)
• Approved $24,878 bid for Douglas Parks Front Deck AWD Mower to Midland Implement Co. (4-0)
• Approved $1,250 invoice for K&R Construction (3-0-1)
• Appointed John Bartling and René Kemper to Converse County Joint Powers Board (4-0, 3-0-1)
• Appointed Monty Gilbreath and John Bartling to Wyoming Community Gas Board (3-0-1, 4-0)
• Appointed Ginger Pickenpaugh, Julia Evins, and Lee Ann Siebken to Historic Preservation Commission (4-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda minus K&R Construction invoice (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss board, commission, and committee appointments. The session also includes a review of city financials and the upcoming January 10, 2022, regular agenda.

• Discussion of Board, Commission, and Committee Appointments
• Review of City of Douglas Financials
• Review of January 10, 2022, Regular City Council Agenda

The Douglas City Council held a work session on January 6, 2022, with Mayor René Kemper and Councilpersons Kim Pexton, Ron McNare and Monty Gilbreath present; Councilperson John Bartling was absent. The minutes record discussion only — on board, commission and committee vacancies, the city's year-to-date revenue and expenditures, and the agenda for the January 10, 2022 regular meeting — with no decisions, votes or approvals recorded. Council reports touched on a non-city dumpster, skate park vandalism, postponed water shutoffs, a DEQ permit for the Pearson Street project, a drainage ditch request, the community center, new city logo pins, and a citizen concern. The work session adjourned at approximately 4:52 p.m.