Evanston public meetings in 2023
52 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The Evanston City Council will consider routine approvals including minutes, bills, and a consent agenda. New business includes two final plat approvals for the Arnexus Condominiums 2023 Addition and the Warren Hales Subdivision, plus an ordinance amending the city code's definition of a street or highway to mirror state statutes.
- Resolution 23-81: Final Plat of Arnexus Condominiums 2023 Addition
- Resolution 23-82: Final Plat of Warren Hales Subdivision
- Ordinance 23-06: Amending Section 12-1 Definitions for street/highway
- Approve bills
- Consent agenda
City Council Work Session Agenda
The Evanston City Council is holding a work session with a single agenda item: a discussion of the golf club lease, led by Rocco of the Golf Course Advisory Board. No decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only session.
- Golf Club Lease Discussion with Golf Course Advisory Board
City Council Work Session Agenda
The Evanston City Council is holding a work session to discuss three items: a presentation from Arts, Inc. with Diane Sellers, a proposal for 85 Park Road from Brad Hatch of Pioneer Counseling, and a building proposal from Justin Dennis. No decisions are being made at this session; it is for discussion only.
- Presentation by Arts, Inc. (Diane Sellers)
- 85 Park Road proposal by Brad Hatch (Pioneer Counseling)
- Building proposal by Justin Dennis
City Council
The Evanston City Council will consider routine items including parade permits for two holiday events, a dental insurance renewal for employees, a change order for a water replacement project, and declaring two vehicles as surplus. The agenda is largely procedural with no major policy decisions.
- Parade permit for Annual Parade of Lights on Nov 30, 2023, starting at Uinta County Library parking lot on Main Street
- Parade permit for Jingle Bell Jaunt 5K Fun Run/Walk on Dec 2, 2023, starting at Strand Theater
- Resolution 23-77: Approve renewal offer with Delta Dental of Wyoming for employee dental insurance
- Resolution 23-78: Approve Change Order No. 5 for 18th, 19th & West Summit Water Replacement Project
- Motion to declare 2002 Chevy Impala and 2009 Ford Expedition as excess and sell to Jim Cook for scrap
City Council
The Evanston City Council will hold a public hearing to review a conditional use permit for a detached accessory building at 1600 West Center, followed by action on the review. The council will also consider three resolutions: approving final plats for the Saabedra Addition and Hotel Evanston Addition, and authorizing an amendment to a transportation agreement for the Roundhouse Trailhead Access Improvement Project. Routine items include approving bills, the August 2023 revenue and expenditure report, and minutes from prior meetings.
- Public hearing and action on conditional use permit for detached accessory building at 1600 West Center
- Resolution 23-74: final plat of Saabedra Addition (re-plat of Lots 10 and 11, Block 12, Original Town)
- Resolution 23-75: final plat of Hotel Evanston Addition (Lots 4-7, Block 5, Original Town)
- Resolution 23-76: Amendment One to Transportation Alternatives Program agreement for Evanston Roundhouse Trailhead Access Improvement Project
- Approve bills and August 2023 revenue and expenditure report
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Evanston Planning and Zoning Commission will consider two requests: a height exception for an 8-foot fence at 209 Center Street and a conditional use permit for an LED sign at 1624 Harrison Drive. The commission will also approve the agenda and minutes from the prior meeting.
- Height exception for 8-foot fence at 209 Center Street (Dominion Energy)
- Conditional use permit for LED sign at 1624 Harrison Drive (Carston McCullough)
- Approve minutes from October 2, 2023 meeting
City Council Work Session Agenda
The Evanston City Council work session will hear a golf course update from Golf Pro Scott Ehlers and discuss language in Resolution 23-26, led by Council member Hegeman. No decisions are listed; the agenda is brief and procedural.
- Golf course update presented by Scott Ehlers
- Discussion of language in Resolution 23-26 led by Council member Hegeman
City Council
The Evanston City Council is meeting to approve routine items, including bills and minutes, and to consider several resolutions. Key actions include authorizing a property use agreement for a sign with the Chamber of Commerce, an operating agreement for the Strand Theater with the Urban Renewal Agency, and a change order for the 18th, 19th, and West Summit Water Replacement Project. The agenda also includes street closure permits for downtown events.
- Resolution 23-71: Property Use Agreement for automatic changeable copy sign with Evanston Chamber of Commerce
- Resolution 23-72: Operating Agreement with Urban Renewal Agency for Strand Theater
- Resolution 23-73: Change Order No. 4 for 18th, 19th, and West Summit Water Replacement Project
- Street closure for Hunters' Widows Night Out on Oct 19, Main St from 7th to 12th, 5-8 pm
- Street closure for Downtown Trick-or-Treating on Oct 31, Main St from 7th to Harrison, 3:30-6 pm
City Council
The Evanston City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and then take action on a letter of support to delay the demolition of the Old State Hospital. The agenda contains only this single substantive item, with the rest being standard procedural steps.
- Discussion of a letter of support to delay demolition of Old State Hospital
- Action on the letter of support
City Council
The Evanston City Council will hold public hearings and take action on a height exception for 117 Citation Lane and a conditional use permit for a detached accessory building. They will also consider transferring a retail liquor license from Golden Ticket, LLC (Painted Lady) to Joeco LLC (Queen City Saloon). The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes, bills, and revenue reports, plus consent items for street and parade permits.
- Public hearing and action on height exception for 117 Citation Lane
- Review of conditional use permit CP 185 for detached accessory building
- Transfer of retail liquor license from Golden Ticket, LLC to Joeco LLC
- Change Order No. 1 for Motorola Solutions in-car computers project
- Street closure and parade permits for St. Mary Magdalen Church events
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Evanston Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a height exception request from Dominion Energy to build an 8-foot fence at 209 Center Street, exceeding the 4-foot front yard and 6-foot other yard limits. The commission will also approve the agenda and minutes from the September 11 meeting, and discuss the Gateway Addition major subdivision under other business.
- Height exception request HE 192 by Dominion Energy for 209 Center Street to allow an 8-foot wall/fence in a Low Density Residential-Established zone
- Approval of agenda for October 2, 2023 meeting
- Approval of minutes from September 11, 2023 meeting
- Discussion of Gateway Addition Major Subdivision
City Council
The Evanston City Council will hold a third and final reading of Ordinance 23-05 to annex property requested by GTR Property Holdings, LLC. They will also consider resolutions for a subdivision plat, police grant agreements, software licensing, and a T-Mobile grant application. The agenda includes routine consent items like street closure permits for the Homecoming Parade and Fall Main Street Bash.
- Ordinance 23-05: Annexation of property requested by GTR Property Holdings, LLC (third/final reading)
- Resolution 23-65: Final plat approval for Byrne-Cole Addition subdivision
- Resolution 23-66: Sub-award agreement with WYDOT for impaired driving enforcement grant
- Resolution 23-67: Sub-award agreement with WYDOT for occupant protection grant
- Resolution 23-68: Renewal quote from Planet Technologies for Microsoft licensing
City Council
The Evanston City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a public hearing and take action on the call-up and review of Dominion Energy's conditional use permit application for 209 Center Street. The agenda includes only this item, along with standard procedural matters.
- Public hearing on Dominion Energy conditional use permit for 209 Center Street
- Action on call-up and review of the permit
The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda. A motion to approve Dominion Energy's Conditional Use Permit for 209 Center Street was passed with three yes votes and two no votes. The meeting was then adjourned at 9:00 p.m.
- Approved agenda (5-0 unanimous)
- Approved Dominion Energy Conditional Use Permit with conditions (3-2)
- Adjourned meeting
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Evanston Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a conditional use permit request from Todd Osterling to allow detached accessory buildings to exceed the size limits relative to the principal building's footprint at 1600 West Center Street. The property is zoned Low Density Residential-Established (LR-E). The commission will also approve the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.
- Conditional Use Permit CP 185 for 1600 West Center Street to exceed accessory building size limits
- Property zoned Low Density Residential-Established (LR-E)
- Approval of agenda and minutes from August 7, 2023 meeting
The Commission unanimously denied a request for a Conditional Use Permit regarding detached accessory building size limits at 1600 W. Center Street. The board also approved the corrected agenda and the minutes from the August 7, 2023, meeting.
- Approved corrected agenda (unanimous)
- Approved August 7, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Denied CP 185 request for accessory building size variance at 1600 W. Center Street (unanimous)
City Council
The Evanston City Council will hold a public hearing on liquor license renewals, consider a petition to review a fence height exception, and vote on several resolutions including an airport grant and water main projects. They will also approve routine items like bills and street closure permits.
- Public hearing and motion to renew liquor licenses
- Petition to review Planning and Zoning decision on fence height exception at 117 Citation Lane
- Ordinance 23-05: annexation of property by GTR Property Holdings (second reading)
- Resolution 23-62: FAA grant for airport master plan update
- Resolution 23-63: Change Order No. 3 for 18th, 19th, & West Summit Water Replacement Project
The City Council passed Ordinance 23-05 on second reading to annex real property requested by GTR Property Holdings, LLC. The council also renewed multiple liquor licenses and approved street closures for upcoming community events.
- Passed Ordinance 23-05 to annex real property for GTR Property Holdings, LLC
- Renewed 26 liquor licenses including Kate’s Retail and Don Pedro Family Mexican Restaurant (7-0)
- Renewed liquor license for JoeCo, LLC / Queen City Saloon (6-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved petition for call up and review of height exception for 117 Citation Lane (6-1)
- Approved street closure for Cowboy Block Party on Sept 16 (7-0)
- Approved street closure for Annual Amazing Race on Sept 22 (7-0)
- Approved bills for payment for Aug 16 to Sept 05, 2023 (7-0)
- Approved June 2023 Revenue and Expenditure Report (7-0)
City Council
The City Council passed a first reading of an ordinance to annex a 1.62-acre parcel requested by GTR Property Holdings, LLC. The council also approved a subdivision plat and a funding agreement for a river stream gauge.
- Passed first reading of Ordinance 23-05 to annex 1.62-acre parcel for GTR Property Holdings, LLC (6-0)
- Adopted Resolution 23-59 for a joint funding agreement with U.S. Geological Survey for a Bear River stream gauge (6-0)
- Adopted Resolution 23-60 approving the final plat for Gines Estates Addition subdivision (6-0)
- Approved petition for call up and review of Planning and Zoning Commission action regarding 209 Center Street (6-0)
- Removed from table the motion to transfer a Resort Liquor License from Lynch Consulting & Investments, LLC to 339 Wasatch, LLC (5-1)
- Approved bills for payment for the period of Aug 02, 2023, to Aug 15, 2023 (6-0)
City Council Work Session Agenda
The Evanston City Council work session on August 8, 2023, includes a discussion of a proposed animal leash law, led by Cindy Thompson. The council will also present an 'Above and Beyond' award from Mayor Williams. No formal votes are scheduled; items are for discussion only.
- Discussion of animal leash law
- Presentation of 'Above and Beyond' award by Mayor Williams
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Evanston Planning and Zoning Commission will consider four requests for height exceptions, a variance, and a conditional use permit, all involving residential properties. The agenda also includes approval of the prior meeting's minutes and future meeting dates.
- HE 192: Dominion Energy requests height exception for 8-foot fence at 209 Center Street
- HE 193: Tina Durand requests height exception for 6-foot vinyl fence at 117 Citation Lane
- BA 195: Roger Jones requests variance for carport encroaching 2 feet into setback at 218 Crestview Drive
- CP 196: Mark Godonis requests conditional use permit for accessory building at 601 Sage Street
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a variance for a carport addition and a conditional use permit for a detached accessory building. A request for a fence height exception was denied, and one energy-related item was tabled.
- Tabled HE 192 until September meeting (Unanimous)
- Denied HE 193 height exception for 6-foot fence at 117 Citation Lane (4-1)
- Approved BA 195 variance for carport setback at 218 Crestview Drive (Unanimous)
- Approved CP 196 conditional use permit for accessory building at 601 Sage Street (Unanimous)
City Council
The Evanston City Council is meeting to approve routine items, including bills and minutes, and to act on a consent agenda. The council will vote on two resolutions: an easement agreement with QWEST/CenturyLink and a software services addendum with iWorQ for the Public Works Department. A limited malt beverage permit for a VFW softball tournament is also on the consent agenda.
- Resolution 23-56: Easement Purchase and Easement Agreement with QWEST Corporation D/B/A Century Link QC
- Resolution 23-57: Service Agreement Addendum with iWorQ for Public Works software services
- Limited Malt Beverage Permit for VFW Softball Tournament at Overthrust Ballfields, Aug 18-20, 2023
The City Council approved a contract with CPCO, LLC for the 2023 street chip seal project. Other actions included authorizing a software agreement for Public Works and an easement purchase from Qwest Corporation.
- Approved contract with CPCO, LLC dba Consolidated Paving & Concrete for Street Chip Seal Project 2023 (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 23-57 to execute a software service agreement addendum with iWorQ for Public Works (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 23-56 to execute an easement purchase agreement with Qwest Corporation d/b/a Century Link QC (5-0)
- Approved limited malt beverage permit for Gabriela Blevins for VFW Softball Tournament (5-0)
- Approved bills for payment for period July 19, 2023 to Aug 01, 2023 (5-0)
- Approved meeting agenda and July 18th, 2023 minutes (5-0)
City Council
The Evanston City Council is meeting to approve routine items, including minutes, bills, and two street closures for local events. The main new business is a resolution to approve Change Order No. 2 for the 18th, 19th, & West Summit Water Replacement Project. Public participation is scheduled.
- Resolution 23-55 approving Change Order No. 2 for the 18th, 19th, & West Summit Water Replacement Project
- Street closure for First Bank 'Big Day' event on 10th Street from Main to Center, Aug 4, 8am-4pm
- Street closure for Fraternal Order of Eagles 'Back Alley Party' in alley between Front and Main, 9th and 10th, Aug 19, 12pm-12am
The City Council adopted Resolution 23-55 to approve Change Order No. 2 for the 18th, 19th & West Summit Water Replacement Project. The council also approved two street closures for upcoming community events and authorized various bills for payment.
- Adopted Resolution 23-55 approving Change Order No. 2 for the 18th, 19th & West Summit Water Replacement Project (7-0)
- Approved street closure on 10th Street from Main to Center for First Bank event on August 4, 2023 (7-0)
- Approved street closure in the alley between Front and Main, 9th and 10th Streets for Fraternal Order of Eagles event on August 19, 2023 (7-0)
- Approved bills for payment for the period of July 06, 2023 to July 18, 2023 (7-0)
- Approved meeting agenda (7-0)
- Approved minutes from July 5th and July 13th, 2023 meetings
City Council
The Evanston City Council is meeting to consider two appointments: Mark Harris as City Attorney/Prosecutor and Dean Stout as Municipal Judge, both effective July 13, 2023. The agenda includes a swearing-in ceremony. No other substantive items are listed.
- Appoint Mark Harris as City Attorney/Prosecutor
- Appoint Dean Stout as Municipal Judge
- Swearing-in ceremony
The City Council met for a special session to confirm two mayoral appointments. Mark Harris was appointed as City Attorney/Prosecutor and Dean Stout was appointed as Municipal Judge.
- Approved agenda (6-0)
- Confirmed Mark Harris as City Attorney/Prosecutor (5-0)
- Confirmed Dean Stout as Municipal Judge (5-0)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Evanston Planning and Zoning Commission will consider several conditional use permits, including requests for an accessory building, an off-track betting establishment, a bar, a package liquor store, and a public utility facility, as well as a height exception for a fence. These are public hearings and decisions on the requests will be made at this meeting.
- CP 185: Conditional use permit for accessory building exceeding size limits at 1600 West Center Street
- CP 188: Conditional use permit for off-track betting at 755 Prospector Drive
- CP 189: Conditional use permit for a bar at 755 Prospector Drive
- CP 190: Conditional use permit for package liquor store at 755 Prospector Drive
- CP 191 & HE 192: Dominion Energy requests for utility facility and 8-foot fence at 209 Center Street
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved three conditional use permits for Wyoming Horse Racing, LLC to operate an off-track betting establishment, a bar, and a package liquor store. A permit for Dominion Energy to establish a public utility facility was also approved. Two other requests regarding building and fence heights were tabled.
- Approved CP 188 for indoor entertainment/off-track betting at 755 Prospector Drive (unanimous)
- Approved CP 189 for a bar at 755 Prospector Drive (unanimous)
- Approved CP 190 for a package liquor store at 755 Prospector Drive (unanimous)
- Approved CP 191 for Dominion Energy public utility use at 209 Center Street (3-2)
- Tabled CP 185 regarding accessory building size at 1600 W. Center Street (unanimous)
- Tabled HE 192 regarding fence height at 209 Center Street (unanimous)
City Council
The Evanston City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on transferring a retail liquor license from Knights Inn to Affordable Inns & Restaurant. They will also consider several resolutions, including a street overlay project, annexation, and audit services, plus police-related motions and ordinances.
- Public hearing and motion to transfer Retail Liquor License from Lynch Consulting & Investments, LLC dba Knights Inn to 339 Wasatch LLC dba Affordable Inns & Restaurant
- Resolution 23-52: Agreement with Kilgore Companies, LLC dba Lewis and Lewis, Inc. for 2023 Street Overlay Project
- Resolution 23-53: Intent to annex parcel in SE ¼ NE ¼ of Section 19, T15N, R120W, and hold public hearing
- Motion to authorize sale of handgun to retiring Police Officer IV Brandon Nelson for $667.00
- Ordinance 23-03 (third reading): naming unnamed roadway on City Property
The City Council approved the naming of Providence Way and updated city traffic codes to align with state statutes. Other actions included approving various bills, a mutual aid agreement with Summit County, and a request for watershed project funds.
- Passed Ordinance 23-03 naming an unnamed roadway Providence Way (7-0)
- Passed Ordinance 23-04 amending traffic code Section 12-2 (7-0)
- Approved bills for payment including $223,429.78 to Lewis and Lewis (7-0)
- Tabled transfer of Resort Liquor License for 339 Wasatch Road to August 15th (4-3)
- Approved parade route for July 29th bike race and Brewfest malt beverage permit (7-0)
- Authorized sale of handgun to retiring officer Brandon Nelson for $667.00 (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution 23-50 to request additional USDA funds for Bear River and Yellow Creek Watershed Project (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution 23-51 for Mutual Aid Agreement with Summit County Sheriff’s Office (7-0)
City Council
This is a special City Council meeting with a procedural agenda. The council will call the meeting to order, take roll call, approve the agenda, and approve bills before adjourning. No substantive policy items or public hearings are listed.
- Approve agenda
- Approve bills
The City Council held a special meeting to approve the agenda and a list of bills for payment covering the period from June 21, 2023, to June 27, 2023.
- Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
- Approved bills for payment for period June 21, 2023 to June 27, 2023
City Council
The Evanston City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed budget for fiscal year ending June 30, 2024, and consider several resolutions and motions, including accepting bids for chip seal and overlay projects, updating the sidewalk replacement program, and authorizing various agreements. The agenda also includes consent items for street closure permits for July 4th block parties and an after-Brewfest party, as well as second readings of two ordinances.
- Public hearing on FY2024 budget
- Bid award for Summer 2023 Chip Seal Project to Consolidated Paving and Concrete
- Bid award for Summer 2023 Overlay Project to Kilgore Companies, LLC dba Lewis and Lewis, Inc.
- Resolution 23-45 updating Sidewalk Replacement and Reimbursement Program
- Resolution 23-46 application for ARPA grant for North Grass Valley Lift Station Replacement & Improvement Project
The City Council approved contracts for a chip seal project and an overlay project. They passed ordinances to name a new street and update traffic code provisions. Additionally, the council authorized a software contract for police dash cameras and approved several July 4th street closure permits.
- Approved naming an unnamed roadway Providence Way (7-0)
- Passed Ordinance 23-04 amending traffic code Section 12-2 (7-0)
- Awarded Summer 2023 Chip Seal Project bid to Consolidated Paving and Concrete (7-0)
- Awarded Summer 2023 Overlay Project bid to Kilgore Companies, LLC dba Lewis and Lewis, Inc. (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution 23-44 for police dash camera software and hosting services from Upstate Wholesale Supply, Inc. (7-0)
- Approved four street closure permits for July 4th and July 15th events (7-0)
- Approved April 2023 Revenue and Expenditure Report (7-0)
- Rescheduled July 4th meeting to July 5th, 2023 (7-0)
City Council Work Session Agenda
The Evanston City Council held a work session to discuss three specific items. The agenda included a discussion on a worksheet for local contractors, plans for crosswalks on Front Street, and the finalization of the city budget. No votes or formal decisions were recorded in the provided agenda text.
- Discussion of a worksheet/sliding scale/resource percentage for local contractors
- Discussion of crosswalks on Front Street
- Discussion to finalize the budget
City Council
The Evanston City Council will hold its regular meeting on June 6, 2023, to consider routine items, including approving bills and minutes, and to act on several resolutions and ordinances. Key actions include authorizing maintenance and professional service agreements for city projects, and first readings of ordinances to name a roadway and amend traffic code provisions.
- Resolution 23-37: Maintenance agreement with Cummins, Inc. for electric generators
- Resolution 23-38: Professional services agreement with J-U-B Engineers for Twin Ridge Transmission Line Project
- Resolution 23-39: Underground right-of-way easement to Rocky Mountain Power for Fairgrounds electric power
- Resolution 23-40/23-41: Agreements with Conwest Inc. for City Hall and Roundhouse roof projects
- Ordinance 23-03: First reading to name an unnamed roadway on City property
The City Council approved agreements for roof projects at City Hall and the Roundhouse, as well as a generator maintenance contract. The council also authorized a power easement for the Fairgrounds and a software service agreement. A proposal for engineering services for the Twin Ridge Transmission Line Project passed with a split vote.
- Appointed Susan Anderson to the Tree Advisory Board for a three-year term (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 23-37 for a Cummins Inc generator maintenance agreement (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 23-38 for J-U-B Engineers, Inc. regarding the Twin Ridge Transmission Line Project (3-2)
- Approved Resolution 23-39 for a Rocky Mountain Power easement to provide electricity to the Fairgrounds (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 23-40 for Conwest, Inc. professional services for the City Hall Roof Project (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 23-41 for Conwest, Inc. professional services for the Roundhouse Roof Project (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 23-42 for a Caselle, Inc. software service agreement (5-0)
- Approved payment of bills for the period of May 17, 2023, to June 6, 2023 (5-0)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Commission approved a height exception for a fence at 176 Bear River Drive. The request allows the fence to exceed the four-foot maximum height limit in the front yard setback area. No public testimony was provided.
- Approved HE 183 height exception for fence at 176 Bear River Drive (unanimous)
- Approved June 5, 2023 meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Approved May 1, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
City Council Work Session Agenda
The Evanston City Council work session will discuss the Evanston Golf Club building with board president Tyler Tholl, and the city budget with treasurer Trudy Lym. Both items are listed as discussions, with no decisions or votes scheduled on the agenda.
- Discussion of Evanston Golf Club building
- Budget discussion with City Treasurer Trudy Lym
City Council
The Evanston City Council is meeting to approve routine items and several motions and resolutions. Key actions include accepting a low bid for new pickleball and basketball courts, appointing voting delegates for a WAM convention, releasing retainage for a construction project, and authorizing grant applications and agreements. The agenda also includes multiple street closures, parade routes, and limited malt beverage permits for community events.
- Motion to accept low bid from Courts Unlimited, LLC for four pickleball courts and two basketball courts
- Resolution 23-34 authorizing application for Bullet Proof Vest Partnership Grant from US DOJ
- Resolution 23-35 authorizing agreement with MJSA Architects for Shades of Pale Project design/construction management
- Resolution 23-36 entering operating agreement with Evanston Parks and Recreation District
- Street closure and parade permits for Crosswalk Re-painting, High Uinta Half Marathon, Noise Parade, and Cowboy Days
The City Council approved a construction bid for new sports courts and adopted resolutions to apply for a police grant and enter into design and operating agreements. The council also approved various street closures, parade routes, and beverage permits for upcoming community events.
- Awarded bid for four pickleball and two basketball courts to Courts Unlimited, LLC (6-0)
- Adopted Resolution 23-34 to apply for a U.S. Department of Justice Bullet Proof Vest Partnership Grant (6-0)
- Adopted Resolution 23-35 for design and construction services from MJSA Architects, P.C for the Evanston Shades of Pale Project (6-0)
- Adopted Resolution 23-36 for an operating agreement with the Evanston Parks and Recreation District (6-0)
- Approved street closures and parade routes for Crosswalk Re-painting, High Uinta Athletics Half Marathon, Noise Parade, and Cowboy Days (6-0)
- Approved limited malt beverage permits for Shades of Pale, Inc., Nicole Epsy, and Dustin Matthews (6-0)
- Released retainage to SCI Construction for the Union Center Power Conduit Project (6-0)
- Appointed Mayor Williams as Official Voting Delegate and Council member Welling as Alternate for WAM's Summer Convention (5-0)
City Council Work Session Agenda
The City Council will hold a work session to receive updates on the City Ditch Piping Project and the Urban Renewal Association. The session also includes discussions regarding the city budget, golf cart lease agreements, and the City Operating Agreement.
- City Ditch Piping Project update from City Engineer Dean Barker and Brian Deeter-JUB
- Discussion of Lease Agreement for Golf Carts and City Operating Agreement
- Budget discussion with City Treasurer Trudy Lym
- Historic Preservation Commission discussion regarding Steam Engine 4420
- Urban Renewal Association update
City Council
The Evanston City Council is meeting to approve routine items including bills, the March 2023 revenue and expenditure report, and minutes from previous meetings. The only new business is Resolution 23-33, which would authorize the city to participate in the Wyoming Cooperative Liquid Assets Securities System, a program for managing public funds. The agenda is largely procedural, with no other substantive policy items listed.
- Resolution 23-33: Authorizing participation in the Wyoming Cooperative Liquid Assets Securities System
- Approve bills
- Approve revenue and expenditure report for March 2023
- Acknowledge City Council minutes for April 18, 2023
- Acknowledge work session minutes for April 25, 2023
The City Council adopted Resolution 23-33 to participate in a statutory trust for legal investments. The council also approved the March 2023 Revenue and Expenditure Report and various bills for payment.
- Adopted Resolution 23-33 to join the Wyoming Cooperative Liquid Assets Securities Systems (6-0)
- Approved bills for payment for the period of Apr 19, 2023 to May 02, 2023 (6-0)
- Approved March 2023 Revenue and Expenditure Report (6-0)
- Approved agenda (6-0)
- Approved minutes from April 18th, 2023 meeting and April 25th, 2023 work session
Planning and Zoning Commission
The agenda for the May 1, 2023 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting could not be retrieved; the linked PDF file was not found on the city's website. The page contains only navigation and general city information, with no specific agenda items listed.
- Agenda PDF file missing (P Z Agenda May.pdf)
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved two variance requests and one conditional use permit for residential properties. One variance request for 310 Alpine Circle was suspended from voting. All approved motions passed unanimously.
- Approved CP 180 for detached accessory building size at 813 Morse Lee Street (unanimous)
- Approved BA 181 for side yard setback variance at 813 Morse Lee Street (unanimous)
- Suspended voting on BA 179 variance for 310 Alpine Circle (unanimous)
- Approved May 1, 2023 agenda (unanimous)
- Approved April 3, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved April 11, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
City Council Work Session Agenda
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the Steam Engine 4420 with the Historic Preservation Commission. The session also includes a budget discussion led by City Treasurer Trudy Lym.
- Discussion regarding Steam Engine 4420
- Budget discussion with City Treasurer Trudy Lym
City Council
The Evanston City Council is meeting to handle routine approvals, including bills and minutes, and to act on several resolutions. Key items include setting 2023 green fees for the Purple Sage Municipal Golf Course, deferring off-street parking requirements for Boardwalk Industries, and approving the days and hours for July 4th fireworks. The council will also consider consent agenda items for parade and street closures, and limited malt beverage permits for community events.
- Resolution 23-30: Set green fees and related fees for Purple Sage Municipal Golf Course for 2023
- Resolution 23-29: Defer off-street parking construction for Boardwalk Industries development
- Motion: Approve fireworks discharge July 3-4, 2023, 5 p.m. to midnight
- Consent: VFW parade route/street closure on 9th Street, May 18, 2023
- Consent: Limited malt beverage permits for Water Lantern Festival and Kentucky Derby Fundraiser
The City Council adopted new rules of procedure and order for public meetings and approved a parking requirement deferral for a development at 70 Bear River Drive. The council also set 2023 fees for the Purple Sage Municipal Golf Course and designated specific public areas as exceptions to the open container ordinance.
- Adopted Resolution 23-26 establishing Council Rules of Procedure and Order (6-1)
- Adopted Resolution 23-29 deferring 8% of required off-street parking for Boardwalk Industries at 70 Bear River Drive (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution 23-30 setting 2023 green fees and related fees for Purple Sage Municipal Golf Course (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution 23-31 designating Bear River Greenway, Purple Sage Municipal Course, and Evanston Rail Yard Complex as exceptions to the open container ordinance (7-0)
- Approved parade route and street closure on 9th Street for the 2023 Veteran’s Awareness Ride (7-0)
- Approved limited malt beverage permits and street closure for the Water Lantern Festival and Chamber Kentucky Derby Fundraiser (7-0)
- Approved payment of bills for the period of April 05, 2023 to April 18, 2023 (7-0)
City Council Work Session Agenda
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the city budget with Treasurer Trudy Lym. The session also includes an update regarding the Boys and Girls Club and discussions involving Dominion Energy and Aspen Mountain Plumbing.
- Budget discussion with City Treasurer Trudy Lym
- Update on the Boys and Girls Club
- Discussion regarding Dominion Energy/Jeff Bybee
- Discussion regarding Aspen Mountain Plumbing/Lance Ball
City Council
The City Council authorized the execution of the OneWyo II Opioid Settlement to receive funds for abatement programs. The Council also approved a Non-disturbance and Estoppel Agreement with the Evanston Child Development Center, Inc. to facilitate a USDA loan for property improvements.
- Adopted Resolution 23-27 to execute OneWyo II Opioid Settlement Memorandum of Agreement (6-0)
- Adopted Resolution 23-28 for Non-disturbance and Estoppel Agreement with Evanston Child Development Center, Inc. (5-0, 1 recusal)
- Approved bills for payment for period Mar 22, 2023 to Apr 04, 2023 (6-0)
- Approved February 2023 Revenue and Expenditure Report (6-0)
- Approved meeting agenda (6-0)
- Approved minutes from March 21, 2023 meeting and March 28, 2023 work session
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Evanston Planning and Zoning Commission will consider two requests at its April 3 meeting: a conditional use permit from Boardwalk Industries to allow dwellings on and above the ground floor at 70 Bear River Drive, and a height exception from Uinta County School District #1 for accessory buildings at 701 W. Cheyenne Drive. The commission will also approve the agenda and minutes from the prior meeting.
- Conditional Use Permit CP 173: dwellings on ground floor and above at 70 Bear River Drive (zoned Highway Business-Established)
- Height Exception HE 174: two detached accessory buildings to exceed 25-foot limit at 701 W. Cheyenne Drive (zoned Public)
The commission held public hearings for a conditional use permit and a height exception but took no final action on either request. Voting on both items was suspended until a special meeting can be held because the board lacked a quorum.
- Suspended voting on CP 173 regarding dwellings at 70 Bear River Drive (Unanimous)
- Suspended voting on HE 174 regarding building height at 701 W. Cheyenne Drive (Unanimous)
City Council Work Session Agenda
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the city budget with Treasurer Trudy Lym. The session also includes discussions regarding Cowboy Days, rules of conduct, and open container regulations.
- Budget discussion with City Treasurer Trudy Lym
- Discussion regarding Cowboy Days
- Discussion regarding Rules of Conduct
- Discussion regarding Open Container involving the Director of Community Development and Chief of Police
City Council
The Evanston City Council is meeting to consider several resolutions and an ordinance. Key items include a third reading of a zone change for Jaygee Bros, approval of an FAA agreement, contracts for fire services, and grants for police drug enforcement and in-car cameras. The agenda also includes a consent item for extended liquor sales hours on specific dates.
- Ordinance 23-02: Zone change from Community Business Developing to Business/Light Manufacturing-Redevelopment for Jaygee Bros (third reading)
- Resolution 23-20: FAA agreement for transfer of entitlements
- Resolution 23-21: Contract for services with Fire Protection Service Corporation
- Resolution 23-23: Grant for in-car camera systems for law enforcement
- Consent: Extended hours for liquor sales on April 22, May 27, Oct 28, Dec 31, 2023
The City Council approved a zoning change and Master Plan amendment for a property requested by Jaygee Bros. They also authorized several law enforcement grants and contracts, approved a vehicle bid, and granted extended hours for liquor dealers.
- Approved Ordinance 23-02 changing 11.913 acres to Business/Light Manufacturing-Redevelopment (7-0)
- Approved Resolution 23-24 amending the Master Plan for Jaygee Bros property (7-0)
- Approved bid from Ken Garff Cheyenne for four 2023 or newer Half Ton Pickup 4x4 Trucks (7-0)
- Approved extended liquor hours for April 22, May 27, October 28, and December 31, 2023 (7-0)
- Approved Resolution 23-22 for High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area program funding (7-0)
- Approved Resolution 23-23 for Wyoming Office of Homeland Security in-car camera grants (7-0)
- Approved Resolution 23-21 for fire alarm services from Fire Protection Service Corporation (7-0)
- Tabled Resolution 23-26 regarding Council Rules of Procedure and Order until April 4, 2023 (5-2)
City Council Work Session Agenda
The City Council will discuss the city budget with Treasurer Trudy Lym. Additional discussions include suicide rates, train safety, and texting while driving.
- City Budget discussion
- Stagnated Suicide Rate discussion
- Train Safety discussion
- Texting and Driving discussion
City Council
The Evanston, WY City Council meets to approve bills and the January 2023 financial report. The agenda includes the third and final reading of an ordinance amending theft laws and the second reading of a zone change request. Additionally, the council will authorize a contract for law enforcement software services.
- Ordinance 23-01: Third and final reading to amend Section 15-37 (Petit Larceny) and add Section 15-37.1 (Theft of Services) to mirror state statute language.
- Ordinance 23-02: Second reading to approve a zone change from Community Business Developing to Business/Light Manufacturing-Redevelopment for Jaygee Bros.
- Resolution 23-19: Authorization to execute a contract with Securamax and Pro-Vision Solutions Inc. for law enforcement software service and hosting.
The Council passed an ordinance updating the city code regarding theft and theft of services. They also approved a second reading for a zone change for Jaygee Bros and authorized a software contract for police dash cameras.
- Passed Ordinance 23-01 amending theft and theft of services laws (6-0)
- Approved second reading of Ordinance 23-02 for zone change from Community Business Developing to Business/Light Manufacturing-Redevelopment for Jaygee Bros (6-0)
- Adopted Resolution 23-19 authorizing a software and hosting contract with SecuraMax and Pro-Vision Solutions Inc. for police dash cameras (6-0)
- Approved agenda (6-0)
- Approved February 21st and February 28th meeting minutes
- Approved bills for payment for the period of Feb 22, 2023 to Mar 07, 2023 (6-0)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Evanston Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a conditional use permit request from Smith's Food and Drug for additional signage at 86 Yellow Creek Road. The meeting also includes approval of the agenda and prior minutes, with no other substantive items listed.
- Conditional Use Permit CP 171 for more than one ground or pole sign per street front at 86 Yellow Creek Road (CB-E zoning)
- Request by Roger Gough on behalf of Smith's Food and Drug
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a request to allow more than one ground or pole sign per street front at 86 Yellow Creek Road. The commission also approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the February 6, 2023, meeting.
- Approved CP 171 for Smith’s Food and Drug to allow multiple ground or pole signs per street front at 86 Yellow Creek Road (unanimous)
- Approved March 6, 2023, meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Approved February 6, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)
City Council Work Session Agenda
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss funding for a rodeo series, review the Cowboy Days event, and receive education on rules of conduct from the city attorney and a WAM attorney. No formal votes are expected.
- Rodeo Series – discussion and potential funding
- Cowboy Days – discussion
- Rules of Conduct – education and discussion with City Attorney and WAM Attorney
City Council
The Council passed an ordinance updating the city code regarding theft and theft of services. They also approved a zoning change for an 11.913-acre tract and authorized several service agreements and bank depositories.
- Passed Ordinance 23-01 updating theft and theft of services laws (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance 23-02 zoning change from Community Business Developing to Business/Light Manufacturing-Redevelopment (6-0)
- Adopted Resolution 23-15 for SCADA service agreement renewal with WETCO, Inc. (6-0)
- Adopted Resolution 23-16 designating Uinta Bank, Wells Fargo, 1st Bank Evanston, and Bank of the West as depositories (6-0)
- Adopted Resolution 23-17 extending a First Right of Refusal to Mitsubishi Chemical Group (6-0)
- Adopted Resolution 23-18 approving the final plat for Yellow Creek Addition (6-0)
- Approved limited malt beverage permits for Celtic Festival and Fresh Air, Freedom and Fun Festival
- Approved bills for payment and accepted financial disclosure statements (6-0)
City Council
The Evanston City Council is holding its regular meeting with routine approvals (minutes, bills, December 2022 revenue/expenditure report) and a consent agenda item for a street closure for the Evanston Car Show. The main business includes several resolutions: declaring parts of the city as blight, a development agreement and lease with Shades of Pale, Inc. for a brewery/tasting room/restaurant at the Historic Roundhouse, a warranty deed to Clean Energy, and a real property trade with School District No. One. The council will also hold a first reading of an ordinance amending the petit larceny section and adding a theft of services section to the city code.
- Resolution 23-09: Declaring parts of Evanston as blight and authorizing redevelopment
- Resolution 23-10: Development agreement with Shades of Pale, Inc. for brewery/tasting room/restaurant at Historic Roundhouse Section 4
- Resolution 23-11/23-12: First right of refusal and lease with Shades of Pale, Inc.
- Resolution 23-13: Warranty deed to Clean Energy (California corporation)
- Resolution 23-14: Real property trade with School District No. One, Uinta County
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider two requests by Jaygee Bros. for an 11.913-acre tract along Cheyenne Drive between Frontier Square shopping center and Pyro City Fireworks. One request (ZC 168) seeks a zone change from Community Business-Developing (CB-D) to Business/Light Manufacturing-Redeveloping (B/LM-R). The other (MPA 169) seeks an amendment to the Evanston 2010 Comprehensive Plan to change land use from Highway Business to Business/Light Manufacturing. Both are tied to a sketch plan for a 22-lot subdivision, with 17 lots proposed for B/LM-R zoning.
- ZC 168: Zone change from CB-D to B/LM-R for 11.913 acres on Cheyenne Drive
- MPA 169: Comprehensive Plan amendment from Highway Business to Business/Light Manufacturing
- Sketch plan shows 22-lot subdivision, 17 lots zoned B/LM-R
- Public hearing on both requests (Section 24-107)
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval to the City Council for a zone change and comprehensive plan amendment regarding an 11.913-acre tract on Cheyenne Drive. The request involves changing the land use to Business/Light Manufacturing for a proposed 22-lot subdivision.
- Recommended approval to City Council for ZC 168 zone change (unanimous)
- Recommended approval to City Council for MPA 169 Comprehensive Plan amendment (unanimous)
- Approved February 6, 2023 agenda (unanimous)
- Approved January 9, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Recommended Maryl Thompson continue as Chairperson (unanimous)
City Council Work Session Agenda
This work session agenda contains two discussion items: a sponsorship request for the Evanston Car Show presented by Jon Pentz, and a discussion with Madhu Anderson regarding Wyoming Against Gas Chambers. No decisions are scheduled; the meeting is limited to discussion only.
- Evanston Car Show sponsorship discussion with Jon Pentz
- Wyoming Against Gas Chambers discussion with Madhu Anderson
City Council
The City Council will approve bills and the November 2022 financial report. The main business involves accepting a low bid for power conduit installation at the Evanston Union Center and approving a change order for the 18th, 19th & W. Summit Water Replacement Project. The council will also appoint a special prosecutor for a specific municipal court case.
- Motion to accept apparent low bid for power conduit installation in Evanston Union Center to SCI, INC.
- Resolution 23-06 authorizing agreement with SCI, Inc. for power conduit installation.
- Resolution 23-07 approving Change Order No. 1 for 18th, 19th & W. Summit Water Replacement Project.
- Resolution 23-08 authorizing appointment of a Special Prosecutor for Case Docket No. 22-0847.
The City Council approved a contract with SCI, Inc. for power conduit installation and a change order for a water replacement project. The council also appointed members to three local boards and hired a special prosecutor for a municipal court case.
- Approved low bid from SCI, Inc. for power conduit installation at Evanston Union Center (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution 23-06 to execute agreement with SCI, Inc. (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution 23-07 approving Change Order No. 1 for 18th, 19th & W. Summit Water Replacement Project (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution 23-08 appointing Augustus Wagner as Special Prosecutor for Case Docket No. 22-0847 at $180/hour, max $5,000 (7-0)
- Confirmed Nathan Prete to Urban Renewal Board (6-0)
- Confirmed Ben Bell and Dan Wheeler to Uinta County Economic Development Commission (6-0)
- Confirmed Dan Wheeler to Lodging Tax Board (6-0)
- Approved bills for payment and November 2022 Revenue and Expenditure Report (7-0)
City Council Work Session Agenda
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss three items: upgrades to the Evanston Outlaws Baseball field, the Phase II building project for the Evanston Child Development Center (ECDC), and a request from Kristina & Rod Ruiz to name an access point to a subdivision and road. No formal votes are expected.
- Evanston Outlaws Baseball field upgrades
- ECDC Phase II building project
- Kristina & Rod Ruiz request to name access point to subdivision and road
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Evanston Planning and Zoning Commission will consider two requests: a height exception for a 50-foot flagpole at Heritage Chevrolet Buick GMC, and a conditional use permit for a home-based beauty salon. The commission will also approve the agenda and minutes from the prior meeting.
- Height exception for 50-foot flagpole at 624 Front Street (Heritage Chevrolet Buick GMC), exceeding 35-foot limit
- Conditional use permit for home occupation (beauty salon) at 142 Hunt Avenue, with prior objection from adjacent property owner
- Approve minutes from December 5, 2022 meeting
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a height exception for a flagpole at 624 Front Street. The commission also granted a conditional use permit for a home-based beauty salon at 142 Hunt Avenue.
- Approved HE 164 for a 50-foot flagpole at 624 Front Street (Unanimous)
- Approved CP 165 for a home occupation beauty salon at 142 Hunt Avenue (Unanimous)
- Approved January 9, 2023 agenda (Unanimous)
- Approved December 5, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
City Council
The Evanston City Council will hold public hearings on proposed FY2023 budget modifications and a retail liquor license transfer from Homestretch Bar to Horse Palace, followed by a motion to approve the transfer. The council will also consider several resolutions, including applications for state grants to replace aging water lines and upgrade a wastewater lift station, as well as a dental insurance renewal. Additionally, they will address appointments, elect a council president, and consider removing Ordinance 22-05 from the table.
- Public hearing and motion to transfer retail liquor license from 1945 Harrison Drive LLC (Homestretch Bar) to Wyoming Horse Racing LLC (Horse Palace)
- Resolution 23-01 authorizing FY2023 budget adjustments
- Resolution 23-02 accepting Delta Dental of Wyoming insurance renewal for city employees
- Resolution 23-03 applying for ARPA grant to replace North Grass Valley Wastewater Lift Station
- Resolutions 23-04 and 23-05 applying for ARPA grants to replace water mains on 18th/19th & W. Summit Streets and Sage Street
The City Council approved budget revisions for fiscal year 2023 and authorized three grant applications for water and sewer infrastructure. The Council also confirmed department head appointments and elected Mike Sellers as Council President for 2023.
- Confirmed appointments for 9 department heads, attorneys, and judges (6-0)
- Elected Mike Sellers as City Council President for 2023 (6-0)
- Approved transfer of Retail Liquor License from Homestretch Bar to Horse Palace (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution 23-01 to adjust FY2023 budget, including $825,000 for street overlays (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution 23-02 to renew employee dental insurance with Delta Dental of Wyoming (7-0)
- Approved $332,371 grant application for North Grass Valley Lift Station project (7-0)
- Approved $1,219,442 grant application for 18th, 19th, and W. Summit water line replacement (7-0)
- Approved $392,140 grant application for Sage Street water line replacement (7-0)