Evanston public meetings in 2024

City Council

The council will hold a second reading of Ordinance 24-09 to adopt the current International Fire Code by resolution. They will also consider a motion to authorize a zone change and comprehensive plan amendment for city property at 196 Bear River Drive, requested by Aspen Grove Nursery. Several resolutions are on the agenda, including approval of a classification and compensation study, change orders for the Roundhouse project, a professional services agreement for recreation center improvements, and ARPA-funded agreements for the Sage Street water main replacement and Grass Valley sewer lift station projects.

• Ordinance 24-09 (second reading) amending fire code adoption
• Motion to authorize zone change and comprehensive plan amendment for 196 Bear River Drive (Aspen Grove Nursery)
• Resolution 24-79: Change Order No. 8 for Roundhouse Section 4 project
• Resolution 24-82: ARPA amendment for Sage Street water main replacement
• Resolution 24-83: ARPA grant amendment for Grass Valley Sewer Lift Station replacement

The Evanston City Council unanimously approved a new employee classification and compensation plan, adopted the current International Fire Code by resolution, and authorized several infrastructure and planning agreements. All votes were 7-0. The council also confirmed board appointments and administered an oath of office to a new police officer.

• Adopted Resolution 24-78 approving new employee classification and compensation plan (7-0)
• Passed Ordinance 24-09 on second reading to adopt International Fire Code by resolution (7-0)
• Authorized zone change application for 196 Bear River Drive from Public to Highway Business (7-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 8 for Roundhouse Section 4 project (7-0)
• Authorized engineering services agreement with Crest, LLC for Recreation Center improvements (7-0)
• Authorized cooperative agreement with WYDOT for 2050 Comprehensive Master Plan study (7-0)
• Approved ARPA grant amendments for Sage Street water main and Grass Valley sewer lift station projects (7-0)
• Confirmed appointments to Parks and Recreation Board and Human Services Joint Powers Board (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting several 2024 International building and residential codes and amending the city code regarding the International Fire Code. The body will also review a site plan for First Bank and easements for the Twin Ridge Water Tank Transmission Line Project.

• Resolution 24-77 to adopt 2024 International Building, Residential, Existing Building, Mechanical, Fuel Gas, and Plumbing Codes, and the 2020 National Electric Code
• Ordinance 24-09 to amend Section 9-3 of the Evanston City Code regarding the International Fire Code
• Proposed parking lot, sidewalk, curb, gutter, and tree planting plan for First Bank at 10th and Main Streets
• Proposed applications for water line easements and access for the Twin Ridge Water Tank Transmission Line Project
• Parade route permits for the Annual Parade of Lights, Jingle Bell Jaunt 5K, and Shop with a Sheriff parade

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to discuss new business. The primary item on the agenda is a time extension request for CP 225.

• Time extension request for CP 225

City Council Work Session Agenda

The Evanston City Council will hold a work session to discuss two topics: youth soccer facilities, with Brian Richins from Evanston Youth Soccer presenting, and the First Bank parking lot, with Vice President/Branch Manager David Benton. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Discussion of youth soccer facilities with Evanston Youth Soccer representative
• Discussion of First Bank parking lot with bank vice president David Benton

City Council

The Evanston City Council will hold a regular meeting with routine approvals and three new business items. They will consider a motion to accept final completion of the City View Drive Project, a resolution authorizing a grant agreement with Wyoming Homeland Security for law enforcement terrorism prevention activities and equipment, and a resolution to renew dental insurance for city employees. A consent agenda includes a parade permit for the annual Shop with a Cop event.

• Motion for final acceptance of the City View Drive Project
• Resolution 24-75: Grant agreement with Wyoming Office of Homeland Security for law enforcement terrorism prevention activities and equipment
• Resolution 24-76: Renewal of dental insurance with Delta Dental for City employees
• Parade route permit for Shop with a Cop parade on December 14, 2024, from Hampton Inn to Walmart

City Council

The Evanston City Council will consider a resolution authorizing a Memorandum of Understanding with Lincoln, Uinta, and Sweetwater counties and cities therein regarding Impact Assistance Funds for the proposed Kemmerer Power Station Unit 1 project near Kemmerer, Wyoming. This is the only new business item on the special meeting agenda.

• Resolution 24-74 authorizing execution of a Memorandum of Understanding with Lincoln, Uinta, and Sweetwater counties and cities for Impact Assistance Funds related to Kemmerer Power Station Unit 1 construction

City Council Work Session Agenda

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss Cowboy Days, receive information on the Wild Cannabis Store from manager Juan Hernandez, and discuss Willow Legacy Outlot A. No votes or decisions are expected as this is a work session.

• Discussion of Cowboy Days
• Information on Wild Cannabis Store presented by manager Juan Hernandez
• Discussion of Willow Legacy Outlot A

City Council

The City Council will consider approving minutes and bills under the consent agenda. Under new business, five resolutions are up for discussion: a second amendment to a lease with Union Telephone Company for a cellular tower at the Evanston Roundhouse; final plat approval for the MB Anderson Addition subdivision; a software finance agreement to purchase GPS equipment for golf carts at Purple Sage Municipal Golf Course; and two sub-award agreements with the Wyoming Department of Transportation for police enforcement grants. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Resolution 24-69: Second amendment to Option and Communication Site Lease with Union Telephone Company for cellular tower at Evanston Roundhouse
• Resolution 24-70: Final plat approval for MB Anderson Addition subdivision
• Resolution 24-71: Software finance agreement with FP Leasing Group for Tagmarshal GPS equipment for golf carts at Purple Sage Municipal Golf Course
• Resolution 24-72: Sub-award agreement with WYDOT for Occupant Protection High Visibility Enforcement grant (police)
• Resolution 24-73: Sub-award agreement with WYDOT for Impaired Driving High Visibility Enforcement grant (police)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Evanston Planning and Zoning Commission will consider two conditional use permits at its November 4, 2024, meeting. CP 235 seeks to amend a prior permit for satellite vehicle sales at 128 and 130 North 3rd Street. CP 237 proposes a self-storage facility at 110 Commerce Drive. The meeting also includes approval of the agenda and previous minutes.

• CP 235: Timothy Allred request to amend CP 16-10 for satellite vehicle sales at 128 and 130 North 3rd Street (zoned RB-D)
• CP 237: Joseph Archuleta request for conditional use permit for self-storage at 110 Commerce Drive (zoned I-E)
• Approval of agenda for November 4, 2024
• Approval of minutes from October 7, 2024 meeting

The Evanston Planning and Zoning Commission approved two conditional use permits: CP 235, amending a prior permit for satellite vehicle sales at 128 and 130 North 3rd Street, and CP 237, allowing a self-storage facility at 110 Commerce Drive. Both approvals were unanimous with no opposition. The meeting also included approval of the amended agenda and prior meeting minutes.

• Approved amended agenda to include sketch plan review of Willow Legacy Estates PUD (unanimous)
• Approved October 7, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved CP 235 for satellite vehicle sales at 128 and 130 North 3rd Street with amended staff recommendations (unanimous)
• Approved CP 237 for self-storage facility at 110 Commerce Drive with no additional requirements (unanimous)

City Council Work Session Agenda

The City Council will hold a work session to review a technical evaluation of the Recreation Center. The meeting includes a presentation on Aquatic Center concepts by Burbach Aquatics and Albertson’s Engineering.

• Recreation Center Technical Evaluation
• Aquatic Center Concept Presentation by Burbach Aquatics and Albertson’s Engineering

City Council

The Evanston City Council will hold a public hearing and consider approving a Microbrewery Permit for Shades of Pale, Inc. (Shades Brewing) at 1512 Main Street. The council will also vote on several resolutions including support for Wyoming Horse Racing's master plan amendment, acceptance of a compensation plan review contract, an impact assistance agreement for the Dry Creek Trona Project, and a restated lease with Shades of Pale. Additionally, the council will consider an ordinance to increase the value limit for petit larceny misdemeanors. Consent items include street closure permits for Hunter's Widows Night Out and downtown trick-or-treating.

• Public hearing and motion to approve Microbrewery Permit for Shades of Pale, Inc. dba Shades Brewing at 1512 Main Street (tabled from previous meeting)
• Resolution 24-65: Pledging support for Wyoming Horse Racing's Master Plan Amendment before the Wyoming Gaming Commission
• Resolution 24-66: Accepting proposal and executing Memorandum of Agreement with Condrey and Associates, Inc. to review employee compensation plan
• Resolution 24-67: Ratifying Memorandum of Understanding for Impact Assistance Funds related to Dry Creek Trona Project near Green River
• Ordinance 24-08: Amending Section 15-37 (Petit Larceny) to increase the value limit for a misdemeanor offense

City Council Work Session Agenda

The City Council will hear a presentation from Public Works Director Gordon Robinson regarding the EPA Water Service Line Inventory Submission. This is the only substantive item on the work session agenda.

• EPA Water Service Line Inventory Submission presented by Public Works Director

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a conditional use permit (CP 232) for a dwelling unit on the ground floor at 1009 Front Street. The applicant, Matthew Caston, proposes to create two separate spaces for living and working within the same building. The property is zoned Regional Business-Established (RB-E). Two old business items (HE 228 and CP 229) were withdrawn by the applicant.

• Approval of agenda and minutes from September 9, 2024 meeting
• Old business items HE 228 and CP 229 withdrawn by applicant
• Conditional use permit CP 232 for dwelling unit at 1009 Front Street
• Property zoned RB-E (Regional Business-Established)
• Future meetings on November 4, December 2, 2024, and January 6, 2025

City Council

The Evanston City Council will hold public hearings on a lease with option to purchase for AGN, LLC for economic development and on a microbrewery permit for Shades of Pale at 1512 Main Street. The council will also discuss an extension for Invenergy's Uinta Wind Project and consider resolutions for trailhead improvements and the AGN lease. A Wyoming Horse Racing update and request for letter of support are also on the agenda.

• Public hearing on Lease with Option to Purchase with AGN, LLC for economic development
• Public hearing and motion to approve Microbrewery Permit for Shades of Pale, Inc. at 1512 Main Street
• Discussion of Invenergy's request for extension to commence construction of Uinta Wind Project
• Resolution 24-63 authorizing Amendment Two to Transportation Alternatives Program for Evanston Roundhouse Trailhead Access Improvement Project
• Resolution 24-64 authorizing Lease with Option to Purchase with AGN, LLC

City Council Work Session Agenda

The Evanston City Council will hold a work session to discuss several topics, including the remodel of East Grade School, Roundhouse Section 2 and the Historic Preservation Commission, strategies to increase tourism, and Wyoming State Statutes related to government meetings. No votes or decisions are scheduled; these are preliminary discussions.

• Discussion of East Grade School remodel
• Discussion of Roundhouse Section 2 and Historic Preservation Commission
• Discussion of how to increase tourism
• Discussion of Wyoming State Statutes 16-4-201 and 16-4-403

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on increasing general fund expenditures by $84,000 to move a Union Pacific Railroad Water Tower to the Evanston Roundhouse and Railyards. The body will also consider bids for a new refuse truck and the Grass Valley Force Main Project.

• Public hearing for $84,000 budget increase to relocate a Union Pacific Railroad Water Tower
• Bid award to Peterbilt of Wyoming for a refuse compactor truck and cab chassis for $386,186.00
• Bid award and agreement with SCI, Inc. for the Grass Valley Force Main Project
• Final Plat approval for the Hurdsman Subdivision
• Third reading of Ordinance 24-07 regarding pawnshop regulations and finance charges

The Evanston City Council approved a budget amendment adding $84,000 for relocating a Union Pacific Railroad water tower from Wahsatch, Utah, to the Evanston Roundhouse and Railyards, with Mayor Williams voting no. The council also passed Ordinance 24-07 on third reading, updating pawnshop regulations to align with state law, and approved several contracts and resolutions, including a bid for a new refuse truck and the Grass Valley Force Main Project.

• Approved $84,000 budget amendment for water tower relocation (6-1)
• Passed Ordinance 24-07 updating pawnshop regulations (7-0)
• Approved liquor license renewal for Queen City Saloon (6-0, Hegeman abstained)
• Granted one-year extension for Queen City Saloon to become operational (6-0, Hegeman abstained)
• Awarded bid for 2025/2026 Automated Side Loader Refuse Compactor Truck to Peterbilt of Wyoming ($386,186) (7-0)
• Awarded bid for Grass Valley Force Main Project to SCI, Inc. (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 24-60 authorizing agreement with SCI, Inc. for Grass Valley Sewer Lift Station (7-0)
• Approved final plat of Hurdsman Subdivision (7-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and decide on a height exception request by Union Wireless to increase an antenna support structure from 35 feet to 82 feet at the Aspen Grove City Water Tank property. They will also consider a related conditional use permit to change the structure type from monopine to monopole and expand the lease area. Routine business includes approving the meeting agenda and previous minutes.

• HE 228: Height exception to allow 82-foot antenna support structure at 410 Overlook Court, exceeding 35-foot limit
• CP 229: Conditional use permit amendment to replace monopine with monopole antenna and expand lease area at same location
• Property zoned Low Density Residential-Developing (LR-D)
• Applicant is SAC Wireless, LLC on behalf of Union Wireless
• Approve minutes from August 5, 2024 meeting

The Evanston Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved the agenda and the minutes from the August 5, 2024 meeting. The only substantive action was to postpone hearings on HE 228 (a height exception for an antenna at 410 Overlook Court) and CP 229 (an amendment to CP 15-02) until the October 7, 2024 meeting, to address public concerns. No other business was discussed, and the meeting adjourned at 6:07 p.m.

• Approved September 9, 2024 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved August 5, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Postponed HE 228 and CP 229 to October 7, 2024 (unanimous)

City Council

The Council will hold a public hearing and vote on renewing all liquor licenses in the city. They will also set public hearings for a lease-to-purchase at 196 Bear River Drive and for a $84,000 budget amendment to fund relocation of a Union Pacific water tower to the Evanston Roundhouse. Additionally, the Council will conduct a second reading of an ordinance updating pawnshop regulations and consider a time extension for JoeCo, LLC (Queen City Saloon) to become operational. Several routine permits and a street closure are on the consent agenda.

• Public hearing and motion to renew all liquor licenses within the city.
• Motion to set public hearing (Oct 1) for lease and option to purchase of property at 196 Bear River Drive to AGN, LLC.
• Motion to set public hearing (Sep 17) for $84,000 general fund increase for relocating Union Pacific water tower to Roundhouse and Railyards.
• Second reading of Ordinance 24-07 amending pawnshop regulations.
• Motion for time extension for JoeCo, LLC (Queen City Saloon) to become operational by Oct 3, 2025.

City Council Work Session Agenda

The Evanston City Council will hold a work session on August 27, 2024, to discuss two infrastructure items: air conditioning in the machine shop and the water tower project. No votes or formal decisions are scheduled; these are preliminary discussions. The session is open to the public.

• Discussion regarding Air Conditioning in Machine Shop with Gina Sundquist
• Discussion regarding Water Tower Project with Rick Eskelson

City Council

The Evanston City Council will hold the third and final reading of Ordinance 24-06, approving the final plat for the Ridgecrest 6th Addition. The council will also hear the first reading of Ordinance 24-07, which amends pawnshop regulations to align with state law, and consider Resolution 24-58 authorizing a joint funding agreement with the U.S. Geological Survey for a stream gauge station on the Bear River. Routine items include approval of minutes, bills, and the June 2024 revenue and expenditure report.

• Third reading of Ordinance 24-06: Final plat for Ridgecrest 6th Addition
• First reading of Ordinance 24-07: Amending pawnshop regulations and adopting state pawn finance charge provisions
• Resolution 24-58: Joint funding agreement with USGS to operate and maintain a stream gauge station on the Bear River
• Approval of revenue and expenditure report for June 2024

The Evanston City Council approved the final plat for the Ridgecrest 6th Addition subdivision, passed an ordinance updating pawnshop regulations, and adopted a resolution for a Bear River stream gauge agreement. The council also approved the agenda, minutes, bills, and the June 2024 revenue and expenditure report. A statement of no confidence in Mayor Williams was read but no action was taken.

• Approved final plat for Ridgecrest 6th Addition (7-0)
• Passed Ordinance 24-07 on first reading to amend pawnshop regulations (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 24-58 for USGS Bear River stream gauge agreement (7-0)
• Approved bills for payment totaling over $700,000 (7-0)
• Approved June 2024 Revenue and Expenditure Report (7-0)
• Approved agenda and minutes of August 6, 2024 meeting (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will review a final plat for the Ridgecrest 6th Addition and a bid for the Recreation Center Locker Replacement Project. The body is also considering change orders for the Roundhouse Section 4 and the 2024 Street Overlay Project.

• Ordinance 24-06: Final Plat for the Ridgecrest 6th Addition
• Motion to award Evanston Recreation Center Locker Replacement Project to Norcon Industries, Inc.
• Resolution 24-51: Change Order No. 6 for Roundhouse Section 4 – Tenant Grey Shell and Loading Facilities
• Resolution 24-52: Change Order No. 1 for the 2024 Street Overlay Project
• Street closure permit for Cowboy Block Party on Main Street and 10th Street for August 31, 2024

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to conduct business and review a final plat. The primary item for discussion is the Ridgecrest 6th Addition.

• Final plat review for Ridgecrest 6th Addition

The Evanston Planning and Zoning Commission met on August 5, 2024, but lacked a quorum, so the review of The Ridgecrest 6th Addition final plat was informational only. No formal recommendation was made to the City Council. The meeting adjourned at 6:07 p.m.

• Reviewed The Ridgecrest 6th Addition final plat (informational, no formal action)
• No quorum; no formal recommendation made to City Council

City Council

The council will approve minutes and bills, then handle consent items including a street closure, a malt beverage permit, and a parade route. Under new business, they will consider accepting a low bid from Stacey Maxfield Construction for the Roundhouse Trailhead Access Improvement Project, subject to WYDOT approval, and pass resolutions for that project and an FAA entitlement transfer from the Evanston airport to Hulett airport. An ordinance for the final plat of Ridgecrest 6th Addition is also on the agenda.

• Street closure requested by Kayann Smith of First Bank for a 'Big Day' event on 10th Street from Main to Center on Aug 2
• Limited malt beverage permit for Monster Truck Insanity Tour at Uinta County Fairgrounds on July 20
• Motion to remove from table parade route for bike race by Zone Five Racing on July 27 with traffic control by Evanston Police
• Accept apparent low bid from Stacey Maxfield Construction for Roundhouse Trailhead Access Improvement Project (subject to WYDOT approval)
• Resolution 24-50 authorizing FAA agreement for transfer of entitlements from Evanston-Uinta County Airport to Hulett Municipal Airport

City Council Work Session Agenda

The City Council will hold a work session regarding the Revolution Addition and the Evanston Golf Club. Shane Francis of CCB Construction and Monica Vozakis, counsel for EGC, are scheduled to participate.

• Revolution Addition presentation by Shane Francis-CCB Construction
• Evanston Golf Club discussion with counsel Monica Vozakis

City Council

The City Council will consider a motion to accept the low bid for the Summer 2024 Street Overlay Project. The agenda also includes resolutions for several service contracts and a federal funding application for trail improvements.

• Bid acceptance for Summer 2024 Street Overlay Project with Staker & Parson Companies, LLC
• Federal funding application for Evanston Roundhouse Trailhead Access Improvement Project
• Change Order No. 5 for the Roundhouse Section 4 project
• Participation in the National Opioids Settlement regarding Kroger
• Street closure permits for July 4th block parties on Center, 7th, Main, and Ute Court

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will consider a request for a conditional use permit to allow a two-family attached dwelling at 261 Tomahawk Drive. The meeting also includes a variance request regarding building setbacks and open space requirements for the same property. Additionally, the Commission will review a sketch plat for Revolution Addition.

• Conditional Use Permit request for a two-family dwelling at 261 Tomahawk Drive
• Variance request for building setbacks and open space reduction at 261 Tomahawk Drive
• Sketch plat review for Revolution Addition

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on proposed modifications to the 2023-2024 budget and the fiscal year 2025 budget. The council will also conduct third and final readings for ordinances regarding storm water runoff and grading permit fees.

• Public hearings on FY 2023-2024 and FY 2025 budgets
• Final readings of ordinances for storm water runoff and grading permit fees
• Agreement between Uinta County Conservation District and Evanston Tree Board
• Operating agreement with Evanston Parks and Recreation District
• Street closures for a July 4th block party and the Noise Parade

City Council Work Session Agenda

The City Council will discuss the Cheyenne Drive West Residential Subdivision and a refresh project for the 6th Street Skate Park. City Treasurer Trudy Lym will also provide an update on the budget.

• Cheyenne Drive West Residential Subdivision
• Skate Park on 6th Street refresh
• Budget review

City Council

The City Council will consider ordinances regarding storm water runoff fees and grading permit fees. The agenda also includes a memorandum of understanding between the Police Department and the U.S. Secret Service. Additionally, the council will review a grant for outdoor game tables in downtown Evanston.

• Ordinance 24-03: Final reading for the Gateway Addition plat
• Ordinance 24-04: Second reading regarding storm water runoff and drainage fees
• Resolution 24-31: AARP grant for outdoor game tables in downtown Evanston
• Resolution 24-32: Police training agreement with the U.S. Secret Service
• Street closure permit for a July 4th block party on Sage Street

City Council Work Session Agenda

The Evanston City Council is holding a work session to discuss several items, including funding for Art's Inc., the Urban Renewal Agency's annual report, an operating agreement with Uinta County School District #1, and a request for proposals for development of the Wyoming State Hospital. These are discussion items, not final decisions.

• Art's Inc. funding discussion
• Urban Renewal Agency annual report
• Operating agreement between Uinta County School District #1 and Evanston Parks and Recreation District
• Discussion of Request for Proposals for Wyoming State Hospital development

City Council

The Evanston City Council is meeting to handle routine approvals, including bills and minutes, and to consider several land development items. They will vote on final plats for the Burnt Hill and Gateway additions, review a preapplication for the Barbur Addition, and approve final plats for the Belle Zu, Griffin-LaFrance 2nd, and Manderfeld subdivisions. The council will also consider a professional services agreement for the Grass Valley Sewer Lift Station project, fee amendments for storm water and grading permits, a police referral MOU, and the retirement of police K-9 Gator.

• Ordinance 24-01: Final Plat for Burnt Hill Addition (third reading)
• Ordinance 24-03: Final Plat for Gateway Addition (second reading)
• Resolution 24-27: Agreement with J-U-B Engineers for Grass Valley Sewer Lift Station project
• Ordinance 24-04 and 24-05: Amendments to storm water and grading permit fees
• Resolution 24-28: MOU with High Country Behavioral Health for police referral services

City Council Work Session Agenda

This is a work session agenda with four discussion items: traffic flow, the TAP Courtyard project update, the Wasatch Water Tower, and the budget. No votes or decisions are listed; it is a discussion-only meeting.

• Traffic flow discussion with Chief Mike Vranish, City Engineer Damon Newsome, and Public Works Director Gordon Robinson
• TAP Courtyard project update from City Engineer Damon Newsome
• Wasatch Water Tower discussion with Rick Eskelson of Historic Preservation
• Budget discussion with City Treasurer Trudy Lym

City Council

The Evanston City Council will hold its regular meeting on May 7, 2024, covering routine approvals, public hearings, and new business. Key items include second readings of ordinances for the Burnt Hill Addition final plat and a zone change, plus a motion to accept a low bid for the Bear River Walkway. The consent agenda includes street closures and malt beverage permits for community events.

• Ordinance 24-01: Final plat for Burnt Hill Addition (second reading)
• Ordinance 24-02: Zone change from LR-D to RR-1 for Tony Weaver (second reading)
• Motion to accept low bid from Gregco, LLC for Bear River Walkway section
• Ordinance 24-03: Final plat for Gateway Addition (first reading)
• Resolution 24-24: Commercial alarm system agreement with Fire Protection Service Corporation

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting to approve the agenda and minutes, then will review three subdivision plats: final plats for Burnt Hill Addition and Gateway Addition, and a preliminary/sketch plat for Barbur Addition. No other substantive business is listed.

• Burnt Hill Addition Major Subdivision - Final Plat
• Gateway Addition Major Subdivision - Final Plat
• Barbur Addition - Preliminary/Sketch Plat

City Council

The Evanston City Council is holding a special meeting to consider two items: approving the final site plan for a Planned Unit Development for a physical therapy office/fieldhouse at 140 Saddle Ridge Road, and placing a 1/2% sales and use tax for economic development on the 2024 Primary Election ballot. Both items are up for decision at this meeting.

• Resolution 24-22: Final site plan approval for Phase I of a Planned Unit Development (Physical Therapy Office/Fieldhouse) at 140 Saddle Ridge Road, requested by Justin Dennis (Impact Physical Therapy)
• Resolution 24-23: Placing a 1/2% sales and use tax for economic development on the 2024 Primary Election ballot

City Council

The Evanston City Council will hold first readings on two ordinances: one approving the final plat for the Burnt Hill Addition, and one changing zoning on property from Low Density Residential-Developing (LR-D) to Rural Residential-1 (RR-1) at Tony Weaver's request. The council will also consider resolutions approving Change Order No. 4 for the Roundhouse Section 4 project, a contract with the Uinta County Sheriff for surplus AEDs, and setting 2024 green fees for the Purple Sage Municipal Golf Course. A preliminary review of an Impact Physical Therapy office/fieldhouse at 140 Saddle Ridge Road is scheduled. The consent agenda includes a VFW parade route and street closure for the 2024 Veteran's Awareness Ride on May 16th.

• Ordinance 24-01: Final plat for Burnt Hill Addition (first reading)
• Ordinance 24-02: Zone change from LR-D to RR-1 for Tony Weaver (first reading)
• Resolution 24-19: Change Order No. 4 for Roundhouse Section 4 project
• Resolution 24-21: 2024 green fees for Purple Sage Municipal Golf Course
• Preliminary review: Impact Physical Therapy office/fieldhouse at 140 Saddle Ridge Road

City Council Work Session Agenda

The Evanston City Council is holding a work session to receive an update from the Uinta Recycling Board and to discuss property and bid specifications for the Roundhouse Trailhead Access Improvement, including a site visit. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only session.

• Uinta Recycling update from the Uinta Recycling Board
• Roundhouse Trailhead Access Improvement property and bid specifications, presented by City Engineer Damon Newsome
• Site visit to the Roundhouse Trailhead property

City Council

The Evanston City Council will consider placing a 1/2% sales tax for economic development on the 2024 primary ballot, approve the low bid for three new police vehicles, and set fireworks dates. They will also discuss bids for the Roundhouse Trailhead Access Improvement Project and approve change orders for the Roundhouse project. Consent items include parade routes and a malt beverage permit for Cowboy Days.

• Resolution 24-16: 1/2% sales tax question for 2024 primary ballot
• Motion to accept low bid for 3 Ram 1500 police vehicles from Rocky Mountain Yeti
• Discussion of Roundhouse Trailhead Access Improvement Project bids
• Resolution 24-17: Change Orders 2 and 3 for Roundhouse Section 4 project
• Fireworks discharge allowed July 4-6, 5 p.m. to midnight

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider several requests, including a zone change and comprehensive plan amendment for a property where the owner wants to keep llamas, two variances for accessory structures, two conditional use permits, and a variance for a parking lot. The commission will also elect a chair and vice-chair. All items are under new business and are subject to approval.

• Zone change (ZC 217) and plan amendment (MPA 218) for Aspen Hills Estates and Aspen Groves III to allow keeping llamas
• Variance (BA 215) for a detached accessory building encroaching 1.5 feet into rear setback at 48 Donner Avenue
• Conditional use permit (CP 216) for a 2,400 sq ft accessory building at 48 Donner Avenue
• Variance (BA 219) for parking lot encroachments at 140 Saddle Ridge Road
• Conditional use permit (CP 220) for lodging at 637 Front Street

City Council Work Session Agenda

The Evanston City Council will hold a work session to discuss the allocation of ¼ cent funding, presented by Community Development Director Rocco O’Neill. They will also review the Griffin-LaFrance 2nd Addition, a minor subdivision, presented by Senior Planner DuWayne Jacobsen. No formal decisions are expected at this work session.

• Discussion of ¼ cent funding allocation
• Review of Griffin-LaFrance 2nd Addition minor subdivision
• Presentations by Rocco O’Neill and DuWayne Jacobsen

City Council

The Evanston City Council is meeting to approve routine bills and minutes, and to consider several resolutions including a waterline development agreement with Uinta County School District, an amendment for road reconstruction funding, and memorandums of understanding for drug enforcement and impact assistance. They will also vote on accepting bids for surplus property and a final plat for a subdivision. The agenda includes a street closure request for the Evanston Car Show.

• Street closure for Evanston Car Show on July 27, 2024, 6 am-3 pm
• Resolution 24-11: Waterline Development Agreement with Uinta County School District Number One
• Resolution 24-12: Amendment to Cooperative Agreement with WYDOT for City View Drive reconstruction
• Resolution 24-13: MOU with DCI for High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area Program funds
• Resolution 24-14: MOU regarding Impact Assistance Funds for West Soda Plant construction

City Council

The Evanston City Council is meeting to consider several items, including public hearings on the sale of real property to Peak Ventures, LLC and a petition to expand a use control area for the Roundhouse and Railyard Facility. They will also vote on resolutions related to these matters, a change order for the Roundhouse project, and bids for the Bear River Walkway Renovation Project.

• Public hearing on sale of real property to Peak Ventures, LLC
• Public hearing on petition to expand use control area for Roundhouse and Railyard Facility
• Resolution 24-08 approving petition to expand use control area for Roundhouse and Railyard Facility
• Resolution 24-09 approving Change Order No. 1 for Roundhouse Section 4 – Tenant Grey Shell and Loading Facilities Project
• Resolution 24-10 authorizing Development Agreement with Peak Ventures, LLC for sale of real property

City Council

The Evanston City Council is meeting to handle routine business: approving minutes, bills, and the December 2023 revenue and expenditure report. The main items are two limited malt beverage permits for upcoming events and a resolution to apply for an AARP grant to add outdoor games to Depot Square and the Railyards. The agenda also includes appointments to boards and a public participation period.

• Resolution 24-07: Authorize application for AARP Community Challenge Grant for concrete/steel ping pong/tennis table, foosball table, and Sycamore chess table in Depot Square and Railyard areas
• Limited malt beverage permit for SAFV's Gentlemen's Night - Stand Against Violence Event, March 9, 2024, 6-10 pm, at Evanston Youth Club, 603 6th Street
• Limited malt beverage permit for Arts Inc.'s Celtic Festival at the Roundhouse and Railyards, March 22-23, 2024, 10 am-11 pm
• Appointments to boards
• Approve bills and December 2023 revenue/expenditure report

City Council

The Evanston City Council is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, bills, and a revenue report. The main items are a motion to declare property surplus and auction it, a public hearing to sell a specific lot to Peak Ventures for $327,559.67, and a resolution to engage the state in transferring a portion of the Wyoming State Hospital for economic development.

• Motion to declare property as excess and authorize public auction
• Public hearing set for March 5, 2024 to consider sale of Lot 3, Block 1, Union Center 3rd Addition to Peak Ventures, LLC for $327,559.67
• Resolution 24-06 to engage State of Wyoming for transfer of Wyoming State Hospital property for economic development
• Appointments to boards
• Approve bills and revenue/expenditure report for November 2023

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Evanston Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting to approve its agenda and prior minutes, conduct a sketch plan review for the SD 209 Burn Hill Addition, and elect a chair and vice-chair. The agenda is mostly procedural, with the sketch plan review being the only substantive item.

• SD 209 Burn Hill Addition sketch plan review
• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Approval of January 8, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The Evanston City Council is meeting to handle routine approvals, including bills and minutes, and to consider several new business items. Key actions include a final vote on an ordinance updating the definition of a street, a request to extend the operational deadline for APE Wyoming, LLC, and resolutions authorizing contracts for the Roundhouse Section 4 project and the Evanston Rodeo Series. The agenda also includes a consent item for a limited malt beverage permit for the Winterfest event.

• Ordinance 23-06 (third reading) amending street/highway definition to mirror state statutes
• Resolution 24-03: contract with Tanner Development, LLC for Roundhouse Section 4 Tenant Grey Shell and Loading Facilities Project
• Resolution 24-04: contract for services with Evanston Rodeo Series
• Resolution 24-05: designating Uinta Bank, Wells Fargo, 1st Bank Evanston, State Bank, and Bank of the West as city depositories
• Limited malt beverage permit for Winterfest at Bear Pavilion/Ponds on Feb 10, 2024

Evanston Lodging Tax Board

The Evanston Lodging Tax Board will meet to consider a grant request from Tamara Mercer of the Uinta County Fair. The board will also review financial reports, approve the previous meeting's minutes, and hear comments from the public, board members, XO Xtreme Marketing Group, and the Chamber of Commerce. The agenda includes a vote on the grant request.

• Grant request from Tamara Mercer – Uinta County Fair
• Financial report: YTD lodging tax revenue $308,105.14 vs. $325,000 budget (94.8%)
• Marketing contract expense YTD $102,699.96 (50% of $205,400 budget)
• Fund balance: $1,105,092.42 as of Dec 31, 2023
• Approval of minutes from Nov 20, 2023

City Council Work Session Agenda

The Evanston City Council is holding a work session to discuss a sketch plan presentation by Peter Liguori of Wyoming Horse Racing. No formal decisions are scheduled; the item is for discussion only.

• Sketch plan presentation by Peter Liguori (Wyoming Horse Racing)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Evanston Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a variance request from the City of Evanston to allow a parking lot and loading dock to encroach up to 20 feet into the required 20-foot front yard setback at 1500 Main Street. The commission will also approve the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. No other substantive items are listed.

• Variance request BA 208 for accessory use encroachment at 1500 Main Street
• Property zoned Regional Business-Developing (RB-D)
• Encroachment up to 20 feet into landscaped front yard setback
• Approval of minutes from November 6, 2023 meeting

City Council

The Evanston City Council is meeting to handle routine approvals, including bills and financial reports, and to make appointments and confirmations for department heads, the attorney, and municipal judges. They will also elect a City Council president and swear in officials. In addition, the council will consider a second reading of an ordinance amending the definition of a street or highway, and approve resolutions for a water project change order and Tree City USA recertification.

• Appointments and confirmation of department heads, attorney, and municipal judges
• Election of City Council President
• Ordinance 23-06 (second reading) amending city code definition of street or highway
• Resolution 24-01 approving Change Order No. 6 for the 18th, 19th & West Summit Water Replacement Project
• Resolution 24-02 authorizing Tree City USA recertification application for 2023