Laramie County public meetings in 2020
42 substantive meetings from 2020, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners is holding a special meeting via Zoom. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the distribution of CARES Act funding for 501(c)3 and 501(c)19 organizations.
- Distribution of CARES Act Funding for 501(c)3 and 501(c)19 organizations
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to review several grant awards, contract modifications, and board appointments. Key items include funding for emergency management and drainage planning, as well as a petition to vacate a portion of County Road 148.
- Notice of award to GLM Design Group, LLC for South Child's Draw Basin Drainage Master Plan in the amount of $265,000
- Purchase agreement for a County Governmental Complex UVC Robot in the amount of $35,806
- Grant award agreement from WY Office of Homeland Security for Emergency Management Performance Grant in the amount of $141,378.91
- Cleaning services agreement with Marys' Cleaning Service, LLC for the Detention Center at $250 per week
- Petition for the vacation of the public right-of-way known as Co. Rd. 148
Planning Commission
The Laramie County Planning Commission will meet to conduct a public hearing. The body will consider a subdivision permit and plat for Lone Star Estates.
- Public hearing for Lone Star Estates Subdivision Permit & Plat (NE1/4, Sec. 29, T.15N., R.66W.)
Fair Board
The Fair Board will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and receive reports from 4-H and FFA representatives. The board is scheduled to appoint a Chair, Treasurer, and Secretary for 2021.
- Appointment of 2021 Board Chair
- Appointment of 2021 Board Treasurer
- Appointment of 2021 Board Secretary
- Approval of September 14, 2020 meeting minutes
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will discuss the Connect 2045 Master Transportation and Future Land Use Plan. The meeting includes public hearings on the 2020 National Electrical Code, fireworks retail regulations, and a subdivision plat for Sky Valley Estates.
- Adoption of Connect 2045: Update to the Master Transportation and Future Land Use Plan
- Legal service agreement with WY Legal Group, LLC at a rate of $90/hour
- Ratification of $40,000 CARES Act grant for a UVC Robot for the Governmental Complex
- Public hearing on adoption of the 2020 National Electrical Code
- Warrants in the amount of $3,427,892.54 for Nov. 2020
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will discuss several grant applications, land use permits, and county contracts. Key items include the adoption of the Connect 2045 Master Transportation and Future Land Use Plan and a public hearing regarding a data center grant for VMaccel.
- Public hearing for a grant and loan application for VMaccel not to exceed $2,250,000
- Adoption of Connect 2045: Update to the Master Transportation and Future Land Use Plan
- Purchase agreement with John Deere-Honnen Equipment Co. not exceeding $201,495
- Zone change requests for Cheyenne Prosser Subdivision and Dan-Ali Heights
- Warrants for October 2020 in the amount of $2,657,503.30
Planning Commission
The Commission will hold public hearings regarding a subdivision permit for Sky Valley Estates and the adoption of the 2020 National Electric Code. Additionally, the Cheyenne MPO will present its Long Range Transportation Plan, PlanCheyenne Connect 2045.
- Sky Valley Estates, 2nd Filing Subdivision Permit and Plat
- PlanCheyenne Connect 2045 Long Range Transportation Plan presentation
- Adoption of the 2020 National Electric Code
Planning Commission
The Laramie County Planning Commission is holding public hearings on several land use requests. The body will consider zone changes, subdivision permits, and development plans for various properties. The meeting also includes reviews of setback variance requests for accessory structures.
- Zone change from A2 to AR and subdivision permit for Dan-Ali Heights
- Setback variance for accessory structure at 4509 Oasis Street
- Preliminary Development Plan for Meadowlark Airpark
- Subdivision permit and plat for Niobrara Energy Park, 4th Filing
- Preliminary Development Plan for Roundtop Ranch
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will review appointments for Assistant Public Defenders and a wagering resolution for Wyoming Downs, LLC. The body is also considering a right-of-way easement and several software and service agreement addendums.
- Resolution for Wyoming Downs, LLC to conduct pari-mutuel wagering on horse racing and simulcast events
- Right-of-way easement with Roaring Fork Midstream, LLC (NW 1/4, Sec. 26, T.14N., R.65W.)
- Service agreement addendum with Space Concepts, Inc. for $557.66
- Appointment of Emily Williams and Jeremy Meerkreebs as Assistant Public Defenders
- Software subscription addendums with PowerDMS and Aladtec, Inc. for Combined Communications
Planning Commission
The Laramie County Planning Commission will hold public hearings and review several land use requests. The body is deciding on setback variances for accessory structures and reviewing a preliminary development plan.
- Public hearing on Subdivision Permit & Plat for Dan-Ali Heights
- Setback Variance for accessory structure at 4509 Oasis Street
- Setback Variance for garage at 312 E. Laughlin Road
- Variance for the Uhrich Storage Barn
- Public hearing on Preliminary Development Plan for Meadowlark Airpark
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will discuss adopting the Whitney Rd. Corridor Plan and official COVID procedures. The meeting includes several public hearings on subdivision plats and zone changes, as well as the approval of various grants and service contracts.
- Adoption of the Whitney Rd. Corridor Plan
- Subgrantee agreements for TANF/CPI grants totaling $120,000 for CLIMB WY, Boys and Girls Club, GWBBBS, and My Front Door
- Public hearings for Stadel Subdivision zone change, North View Subdivision 3rd Filing, and Ironhorse 1st Filing
- Service protection plan agreement with VideoTronix, Inc. for $40,740
- Emergency amendments to Consumer Fireworks Retail Sales Regulations regarding sprinkler systems
Planning Commission
The Laramie County Planning Commission is meeting to discuss the Cheyenne MPO Whitney Road Corridor Plan. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.
- Cheyenne MPO Whitney Road Corridor Plan
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several service contracts, grant reimbursements, and judicial appointments. The meeting includes public hearings to establish online access fees for recorded documents. The body is also considering agreements for youth services and school law enforcement.
- Ratification of $11,057,428 CARES Act grant for PPE and payroll COVID-19 expenditures
- Agreement with City of Cheyenne Office of Youth Alternatives for $60,000 and crisis shelter services up to $69,000
- Public hearings to establish ArcaSearch and iDoc Market online access fees
- Ratification of $40,000 CARES Act grant for a detention facility UVC Robot
- Legal services agreement with Hannah West at a rate of $90/hour
Fair Board
The Fair Board will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and receive reports from 4-H and FFA. The board will discuss comments, questions, and concerns regarding the 2020 Laramie County Fair.
- Approval of July 6, 2020 meeting minutes
- Reports from 4-H Educator and FFA Advisors
- Discussion on 2020 LCF recap
Planning Commission
The Laramie County Planning Commission is meeting to conduct public hearings on several land use requests. The body will review subdivision permits, plats, and development plans for four specific project areas.
- Subdivision Permit and Plat for North View Subdivision, 3rd Filing
- Preliminary Development Plan for Lone Star Estates
- Preliminary Development Plan and Subdivision Permit and Plat for Iron Horse, 1st Filing
- Zone Change and Subdivision Permit & Plat for Stadel Subdivision
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will review various human services and drug court contracts, approve catering permits, and consider several grant agreements. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding a road dedication petition for Laramie St.
- Tentative approval of a $14,618,395 FAA grant to reconstruct the main runway at Cheyenne Regional Airport
- Subgrantee agreement with Cheyenne Regional Medical Center for a $900,942 community prevention grant
- Contract ratification for Foundations Counseling and Consulting of WY, LLC for $153,373
- Human services agreements including $125,000 for United Way of Laramie County and $75,000 for Cheyenne Housing Authority
- Public hearing on a postponement request for a road dedication petition for Laramie St.
Planning Commission
The Laramie County Planning Commission is meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding a subdivision permit and plat. The session includes a request for postponement for the Dan-Ali Heights project.
- Public hearing and postponement request for Dan-Ali Heights Subdivision Permit & Plat (Sec. 9, T.14N., R.65W.)
Planning Commission
The Laramie County Planning Commission is holding public hearings to consider subdivision permits and zone changes. The meeting focuses on residential and industrial land use requests in Laramie County.
- Subdivision Permit & Plat for Green Subdivision, 3rd Filing (Lots 4 and 5)
- Zone Change from Mixed Use to Medium Density Residential for Tract 23, Green Subdivision, 3rd Filing
- Zone Change from Agricultural to Light Industrial for a portion of the N1/2, Section 17, T.14N., R.65W.
- Subdivision Permit & Plat for Four-Mile Industrial Park
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing July 2020 warrants and part-time salaries. The body is also considering several grant agreements for the Sheriff's Office and Coroner's Office, as well as contracts for detention center security and animal shelter funding.
- Warrants for July 2020 in the amount of $2,660,387.41
- Agreement with Cheyenne Animal Shelter, Inc. for $235,872
- CARES Act grant application for $40,000 to purchase a UVC Robot for the Detention Center
- Prevention grants from Cheyenne Regional Medical Center totaling $41,090 for the Coroner, Sheriff, and Risk Management
- 14 catering permits for Outlaw Saloon at 312 S. Greeley Hwy.
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will meet to conduct a public hearing regarding the 2020 mill levies. This process is conducted pursuant to W.S. 39-13-102(g).
- Public hearing regarding 2020 mill levies
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will discuss a variety of permits, contracts, and public hearings. Key items include a large state grant request for pandemic response and several subdivision plat approvals.
- Grant application to State Loan and Investment Board for $11,057,428 for COVID-19 mitigation
- MOU with City of Cheyenne Transit Program for public transportation in the amount of $83,816
- Contract with Office of the Attorney General for Victim Witness Program in the amount of $122,341
- Resolution imposing a partial burn ban for Laramie County
- Public hearings for Little Bear Estates and Paw Print Subdivision permits and plats
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will review several health and public works contracts, including funding for Drug and DUI courts. The body is also considering a road dedication postponement and a Coronavirus Relief Program grant application.
- Grant agreement with WY Dept. of Health for tobacco, alcohol, and suicide prevention: $900,492
- Chip Seal 2020 project agreement with JTL Group Inc. dba Knife River: $555,104
- WY Dept. of Health contracts for Drug Court ($183,133.59) and DUI Court ($269,881.08)
- Coronavirus Relief Program grant application to State Loan and Investments Board: $75,000
- Public hearing on road dedication petition postponement for Laramie St.
Fair Board
The Fair Board is meeting to review reports from 4-H and FFA representatives and staff. The board will discuss final preparations for the upcoming fair.
- Approval of June 15, 2020 meeting minutes
- Reports from 4-H Educator, FFA Advisors, and staff
- Discussion on final preparations for Fair
Planning Commission
The Laramie County Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding three subdivision permits and plats. One request includes a zone change to Medium Density Residential and Mixed Use.
- Zone change to MR (Medium Density Residential) and MU (Mixed Use) and plat for Green Subdivision, 2nd Filing
- Subdivision Permit and Plat for Little Bear Estates
- Subdivision Permit and Plat for Paw Print subdivision
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will conduct public hearings regarding the fiscal year 2021 annual budget for Laramie County and the Laramie County Library. The meeting also includes a hearing on proposed amendments to the fiscal year 2020 budget.
- Public hearing on FY 20 budget amendments
- Public hearing and consideration of the FY 21 annual budget for Laramie County
- Public hearing on the FY 21 annual budget for the Laramie County Library
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will discuss grant applications for health prevention and forensic science, various board appointments, and several land use permits. The meeting includes public hearings on a polling place change and multiple zoning and subdivision requests.
- Grant application to WY Dept. of Health for $900,492 for community health prevention
- Grant application to Bureau of Justice Assistance for $121,115 for the Coroner's Office
- Change order reducing Archer Event Center construction cost by $231,609.29
- Service agreement with Motorola Solutions, Inc. for $41,210.64
- Public hearings for a zone change to Public for the City of Cheyenne and the Roaring Fork Midstream pipelines
Fair Board
The Fair Board is meeting to review reports from staff, FFA advisors, and 4-H educators. The primary discussion item concerns options for 4-H and FFA sales during the 2020 Laramie County Fair.
- Discussion on 4-H and FFA sales options for 2020 LCF
- Approval of June 1, 2020 meeting minutes
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several grant applications and lease agreements, including funding for COVID-19 responses and airport improvements. The body will also hold public hearings on a liquor license renewal and two subdivision plats.
- FAA CARES Act grant for Cheyenne Regional Airport up to $4,730,218
- Agreement with Legal Aid of WY, Inc. at $100 per hour for involuntary hospitalization legal services
- Public hearing for restaurant liquor license renewal for Pizza Hut at 1308 S. Greeley Hwy., Unit A
- Grant application for $40,275 from Bureau of Justice Assistance for Sheriff's Dept. PPE and supplies
- May 2020 warrants in the amount of $2,079,014.63
Fair Board
The Laramie County Fair Board is meeting to review reports from 4-H and FFA. The primary focus of the meeting is a discussion regarding whether to hold a virtual or hybrid fair.
- Discussion on Virtual vs. Hybrid fair options
- Approval of May 4, 2020 meeting minutes
- Reports from 4-H Educator and FFA Advisors
Planning Commission
The Laramie County Planning Commission is meeting to hold a public hearing on a specific land use request. The body will discuss changing the zoning of a property from Agricultural to Public.
- Public hearing for zone change from A2 - Agricultural to P - Public for East Cheyenne Community Park (E1/2 E1/2, Section 35, T.14N., R.66W.)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss various contracts, appointments, and land use permits. The agenda includes several public hearings for liquor and fireworks licenses, as well as a settlement agreement in the Johnson vs. Laramie County case.
- Tax refund petitions for Granite Canyon Quarry totaling $809,042.42
- Election equipment security contract with WY Secretary of State for $8,393.80
- Grant application for Coroner's Office suicide prevention materials for $15,000
- Public hearings for seasonal fireworks permits at 201 I-25 Service Rd. and 12616 I-80 Service Rd.
- Zone change and subdivision permit for Westedt Meadows, 2nd Filing
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding 2020 vote center locations and new setback rules for Concentrated Feeding Operations. The body is also considering various grant applications, service agreements, and the approval of April warrants totaling $4,432,875.86.
- Public hearing on proposed 2020 Primary and General Election vote center locations
- Public hearing to adopt new setback rules for Concentrated Feeding Operations
- Grant application to WY Office of Homeland Security for $141,378.91
- Grant application to Cheyenne Community Public Recreation District for $50,000 for basketball equipment
- Approval of April 2020 warrants in the amount of $4,432,875.86
Fair Board
The Fair Board will meet to review reports from 4-H and FFA representatives. The primary point of new business is a discussion regarding a virtual fair.
- Discussion on Virtual Fair
Planning Commission
The Laramie County Planning Commission is reviewing several land use requests, including subdivision permits and preliminary development plans. The body will also consider a zone change from Agricultural to Agricultural Residential for a specific property. Due to pandemic orders, the meeting is being streamed online without a public presence in the room.
- Subdivision Permit and Plat for Lakota Tracts
- Subdivision Permit and Plat for Diamond Hills
- Preliminary Development Plan for Paw Print
- Preliminary Development Plan for Klipstein Estates
- Zone change from A 2 - Agricultural to AR - Agricultural Residential for Westedt Meadows
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several security and maintenance agreements, including courthouse and detention center upgrades. The meeting also includes public hearings for liquor and fireworks permits.
- Agreement with KPrime Technologies for a courthouse x-ray machine for $84,850
- Grant applications for $175,000 for TANF programs and $10,000 for election cybersecurity
- Legal representation agreement with Steiner, Fournier, & Zook, LLC at $90/hour
- Public hearing for retail liquor license transfer to ST Spirits, LLC at 12700 I-80 Service Rd.
- Public hearings for fireworks permits for Pyro City, Fireworks Outlet, and Jurrasic Fireworks
Fair Board
The Laramie County Fair Board is meeting to elect officers and discuss legal representation. The board will consider two memoranda of understanding regarding the use of county grounds and the management of the county fair.
- Election of Fair Board Officers
- Memorandum of understanding for use of Laramie County grounds and property for the County Fair
- Memorandum of understanding with Laramie County Events Dept. regarding fair management
- Resolution regarding services and/or representation by Woodhouse-Roden Law Office
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will discuss a new 911 Emergency Telephone Surcharge Fee and the appointment of members to the Laramie County Fair Board. The meeting includes several public hearings regarding zoning, liquor licenses, and pipeline projects.
- Proposed 911 Emergency Telephone Surcharge Fee
- Public hearing for Roaring Fork Midstream North Silo High Pressure Crude Oil Pipeline project
- Grant applications for Homeland Security totaling $40,000 for CERT and light towers
- Public hearing for zone change to Medium Density Residential and Community Business for Continental Tracts
- Warrants for March 2020 in the amount of $2,540,267.95
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners is holding a special meeting to appoint an individual to fill an unexpired term of a Laramie County Commissioner.
- Resolution to appoint an individual to the Board of the Laramie County Commissioners
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will consider multiple grant applications for public safety and IT infrastructure. The meeting includes public hearings regarding the Liberty Pipeline Project, fireworks permits, and feeding operation odor footprints.
- Public hearing regarding the Liberty Pipeline Project
- Grant application for IT cybersecurity backup storage in the amount of $261,000
- Grant application for EMA emergency warning and communications in the amount of $50,000
- Public hearings for yearly fireworks permits for Phantom Fireworks Showrooms, LLC
- Grant application for Sheriff's Dept. forensic operations and scene security in the amount of $91,000
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will discuss infrastructure agreements with WYDOT and a right-of-way easement. The body is also considering several service contracts, grant applications, and a public hearing to rename a road.
- Victim Witness grant application to the Wyoming Office of the Attorney General not to exceed $298,013.91
- Public hearing to rename Road J to HR Ranch Road
- Cooperative agreement with WYDOT for US 30 and Dell Range Blvd. and Whitney Rd. reconstruction
- Notice of award to KPrime Technologies for Courthouse X-ray machine and accessories
- February 2020 warrants in the amount of $8,556,505.23
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding FY 20 budget amendments and two subdivision permits. The body is also considering a transportation agreement with WYDOT and a grant application for the Sheriff's Department.
- Public hearing on proposed amendments to the Laramie County FY 20 budget
- Cooperative agreement with WYDOT for construction at US 30 and Dell Range Blvd. and Whitney Rd.
- Grant application for FY 21 Selective Traffic Overtime Enforcement in the amount of $12,179.04
- Public hearing for Galatia Subdivision Permit and Plat
- Public hearing for South Fork, 8th Filing Zone Change and Subdivision Permit and Plat
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding amendments to land use regulations for concentrated feeding operations. The board is also considering various interagency agreements, a legal services contract, and the approval of January warrants totaling $4,279,730.89.
- Public hearing on 2019 Land Use Regulations Section 2-2-111 (Concentrated Feeding Operations)
- January 2020 warrants in the amount of $4,279,730.89
- Tax refund petition for Z and S Construction Co. in the amount of $2,118.14
- Legal services contract with Wallace Stock for hearing officer and Board of Equalization counsel
- MOU for Office on Violence Against Women FY 20 grant application