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
The Board held a special meeting to discuss the distribution of $1.9 million in CARES Act funding for 501(c)3 and 501(c)19 organizations. No formal votes were recorded; the board provided information on application types and deadlines.
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
The Board of County Commissioners approved all agenda items, including a $265,000 notice of award to GLM Design Group for the South Child's Draw Basin Drainage Master Plan, several grant agreements, contract extensions, and appointments. All votes were unanimous (5-0). The meeting was procedural with no items denied or tabled.
- Approved minutes of Dec. 1, 2020 (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including asset deletion, UVC robot purchase, and cleaning service agreement (5-0)
- Approved amendments to Drug Court and DUI Court grants due to state budget cuts (5-0)
- Approved four Homeland Security grants totaling $190,549.89 (5-0)
- Approved $265,000 notice of award to GLM Design Group for drainage master plan (5-0)
- Approved one-year extension to WYDOT snow removal agreement (5-0)
- Appointed Lorie Chesnut to Board of Health, reappointed Keith Zabka to Airport Board, reappointed Brad Emmons to Recreation Board, appointed Jeff O'Holleran to Juvenile Services Board (5-0)
- Approved petition to vacate Co. Rd. 148 and appointed Dave Bumann as viewer (5-0)
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
The Fair Board approved the minutes from the September 14, 2020 meeting and appointed its officers for 2021. The board also received reports on livestock tagging and FFA activities.
- Approved September 14, 2020 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Nominated Buck Holmes for Chairman (5-0)
- Nominated Gunnar Malm for Vice Chairman (5-0)
- Nominated Linda Heath for Secretary/Treasurer (5-0)
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
The Board approved the Connect 2045 Master Transportation and Future Land Use Plan, a federally required document guiding Cheyenne's growth for the next 25 years. The board also adopted the 2020 National Electrical Code with modifications, over Commissioner Holmes's dissenting vote. Several routine items were approved, including a legal services agreement, fee reports, and a subdivision plat.
- Approved Connect 2045 Master Transportation and Future Land Use Plan (5-0)
- Adopted 2020 National Electrical Code with modifications (4-1, Holmes nay)
- Approved legal service agreement with WY Legal Group at $90/hour (5-0)
- Approved deletion of 2003 Chevy Astro from Sheriff's fixed assets (5-0)
- Approved October 2020 fees totaling $472,038.94 (5-0)
- Approved November 2020 part-time salaries totaling $35,469.38 (5-0)
- Approved November 2020 warrants totaling $3,427,892.54 (5-0)
- Approved Sky Valley Estates 2nd Filing subdivision permit and plat (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
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
The Board denied a petition to dedicate Laramie St. as a public road after residents raised safety, traffic, and property value concerns and the petitioner failed to provide required information. The Board also approved a zone change for the Cheyenne Prosser Subdivision, a subdivision permit for Niobrara Energy Park, and a zone change and subdivision for Dan-Aly Heights, all with conditions. Several routine items were approved, including a tax refund, appointments, and various contracts and grants.
- Denied Laramie St. road dedication petition (5-0)
- Approved zone change to HR for Cheyenne Prosser Subdivision with condition (5-0)
- Approved Niobrara Energy Park 4th Filing subdivision permit and plat (5-0)
- Approved Dan-Aly Heights zone change from A2 to AR with condition (5-0)
- Approved Dan-Aly Heights subdivision permit and plat with condition (5-0)
- Approved $2,657,503.30 in warrants for Oct. 2020 (5-0)
- Approved $50,000 CARES Act grant application and reimbursement agreement (5-0)
- Approved $2,250,000 VMaccel data center grant application (5-0)
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
The Board approved a resolution allowing Wyoming Downs, LLC to conduct pari-mutuel wagering on live and historic horse racing and simulcast events in Laramie County, authorizing a third location. They also approved appointments of two assistant public defenders, a service agreement addendum with Space Concepts, Inc., a right-of-way easement for Roaring Fork Midstream, and an addendum with Aladtec, Inc. The PowerDMS addendum was postponed to Nov. 17, 2020, at the applicant's request. All votes were 4-0 with Commissioner Lovett excused.
- Approved resolution for Wyoming Downs, LLC pari-mutuel wagering (4-0)
- Approved Emily Williams as Assistant Public Defender (4-0)
- Approved Jeremy Meerkreebs as Assistant Public Defender (4-0)
- Approved $557.66 addendum with Space Concepts, Inc. (4-0)
- Approved right-of-way easement with Roaring Fork Midstream, LLC (4-0)
- Postponed PowerDMS addendum to Nov. 17, 2020 (4-0)
- Approved Aladtec, Inc. addendum for online scheduling (4-0)
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
The Board approved the Whitney Rd. Corridor Plan and formally adopted county COVID procedures. Several land-use permits and subdivision plats were approved, including a contested zone change for the Stadel Subdivision. The Board also authorized multiple TANF/CPI grants and various board appointments.
- Adopted Whitney Rd. Corridor Plan (5-0)
- Adopted Laramie County COVID Procedures (5-0)
- Approved Stadel Subdivision zone change from A-2 to AR (3-2)
- Approved Stadel Subdivision Permit and Plat with road termination condition (3-2)
- Approved North View Subdivision 3rd Filing Permit and Plat (5-0)
- Approved Ironhorse 1st Filing Permit and Plat with one condition (5-0)
- Approved $1.16M in warrants for September 2020 (5-0)
- Approved emergency amendments to Consumer Fireworks Retail Sales Regulations (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
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
The Board of County Commissioners approved all agenda items, including two CARES Act grant ratifications: $40,000 for a UVC robot and $11,057,428 for PPE and payroll. They also approved agreements for youth services, legal representation, school law enforcement, drug testing, a magistrate appointment, and fee resolutions for online record access. The iDoc Market fee resolution was amended to remove additional print fees before adoption.
- Approved $11,057,428 CARES Act reimbursement for PPE and payroll (5-0)
- Approved $40,000 CARES Act reimbursement for UVC robot (5-0)
- Approved $60,000 agreement with Cheyenne Youth Alternatives for juvenile probation (5-0)
- Approved $69,000 crisis shelter services contract with Youth Alternatives (5-0)
- Approved legal services agreement with Hannah West at $90/hour (5-0)
- Approved MOU with School Dist. #1 for sheriff services (5-0)
- Approved appointment of Jasmine Peters as part-time magistrate (5-0)
- Adopted iDoc Market online access fees as amended to remove print fees (5-0)
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
The Fair Board approved the minutes from the July 6, 2020 meeting. Members and staff reviewed 2020 fair statistics, including record-setting livestock sales for 4-H and FFA. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Approved July 6, 2020 Meeting Minutes (5-0)
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.
The Board approved a tentative grant agreement for main runway reconstruction at the Cheyenne Regional Airport. Other actions included approving several human services contracts, zoning changes for the Green Subdivision, and various catering permits.
- Approved $14.6M FAA grant for main runway reconstruction
- Approved Zone Change from MU to MR and Subdivision Permit for Green Subdivision, 3rd Filing
- Granted Board Approval for 'Oh Hail No' Boat & RV Storage Facility
- Approved $900,942 Community Prevention grant agreement with Cheyenne Regional Medical Center
- Reappointed Mark T. Voss as Laramie County Attorney
- Approved $1.6M in warrants for August 2020
- Approved human services agreements with United Way ($125k), Cheyenne Housing Authority ($75k), and Peak Wellness ($40k)
- Continued Laramie St. road dedication petition until November 17, 2020
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.
The Laramie County Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included contracts for alcohol and tobacco inspection grants, an equitable sharing agreement for the Sheriff's Dept., 12 catering permits for Outlaw Saloon, June fee reports, July part-time salaries, and July warrants. They also approved proclamations, three prevention grants from Cheyenne Regional Medical Center, a CARES Act grant application for a UVC Robot, a contract with CML Security for cell door replacement, an agreement with Cheyenne Animal Shelter, an amendment with Novo Benefits, and the appointment of Dr. Tracey Kinney to the Juvenile Services Board. All votes were unanimous (5-0).
- Approved minutes of July 21, 2020 (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including alcohol and tobacco inspection grants ($1,700 each), equitable sharing agreement, 12 catering permits for Outlaw Saloon, June fees, July part-time salaries ($54,367.74), and July warrants ($2,660,387.41) (5-0)
- Proclaimed August 9-15, 2020 as National Health Center Week (5-0)
- Approved prevention grant from CRMC for Coroner's Office ($5,000) (5-0)
- Approved prevention grant from CRMC for Sheriff's Dept. ($30,000) (5-0)
- Approved prevention grant from CRMC for Risk Management ($6,090) (5-0)
- Authorized submission of CARES Act grant application to SLIB for UVC Robot ($40,000) (5-0)
- Approved agreement with CML Security for cell door replacement ($134,800) (5-0)
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
The Board of County Commissioners held a public hearing on the 2020 mill levies as required by state law. County Assessor Ken Guille presented the levies, and no public comment was offered. The board voted unanimously to approve the mill levies.
- Approved 2020 mill levies (5-0)
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
The Board of County Commissioners approved the Little Bear Estates Subdivision Permit and Plat for 49 single-family lots, removing a staff-recommended 30,000-gallon fire cistern condition. The Board also approved a partial burn ban, a $11,057,428 Coronavirus Relief grant application to the State Loan and Investment Board, and a $83,816 transit MOU with Cheyenne. The Green Subdivision 3rd Filing zone change and subdivision plat were postponed to September 1, 2020.
- Approved Little Bear Estates Subdivision Permit and Plat (49 lots) with conditions 1 & 2, removing the fire cistern recommendation (5-0)
- Approved Paw Print Subdivision Permit and Plat (9 tracts) with two conditions (5-0)
- Approved resolution imposing a partial burn ban for Laramie County (5-0)
- Approved resolution authorizing submission of an $11,057,428 Coronavirus Relief Program grant application to the State Loan and Investment Board (5-0)
- Approved MOU with City of Cheyenne and Cheyenne Transit Program for public transportation, $83,816, through June 30, 2021 (5-0)
- Approved FY21 contract with Office of the Attorney General, Division of Victim Services, for Victim Witness Program, $122,341 with cash match up to $35,850.94 (5-0)
- Approved agreement with CorrHealth for inmate healthcare services at County Detention and Juvenile Centers (5-0)
- Postponed Green Subdivision 3rd Filing zone change and subdivision plat to September 1, 2020 (5-0)
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.
The Board of County Commissioners approved the consent agenda and all remaining agenda items, including contracts for Drug Court and DUI Court programs, a $555,104 chip seal project with JTL Group Inc. dba Knife River, and a $900,492 state prevention grant. Two items were withdrawn: a malt beverage permit (event cancelled) and a Coronavirus Relief grant application (to be revised). A public hearing on the Laramie St. dedication petition was postponed to September 1, 2020.
- Approved minutes for June 16 and June 23, 2020 meetings (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda, including $183,133.59 Drug Court and $269,881.08 DUI Court contracts with WY Dept. of Health (5-0)
- Approved $555,104 Chip Seal 2020 project contract with JTL Group Inc. dba Knife River (5-0)
- Approved $900,492 FY21-22 prevention grant agreement with WY Dept. of Health (5-0)
- Approved lease agreement with Crossroads Healthcare Clinic through June 30, 2022 (5-0)
- Postponed Laramie St. dedication petition hearing to September 1, 2020 (5-0)
- Withdrew malt beverage permit for Dave and Cindy DeLancey due to event cancellation
- Withdrew $75,000 Coronavirus Relief grant application for further development
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
The Fair Board approved the minutes from the June 15, 2020 meeting. Board members received updates on 4-H and FFA livestock sales, exhibitor entry numbers, and fair marketing efforts.
- Approved June 15, 2020 meeting minutes (6-0)
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
The Board approved the FY20 year-end budget amendments and the FY21 annual budget for Laramie County, totaling $136,708,189. The FY21 budget reflects a 9.5% decrease from the prior year and includes a $4.5 million increase to reserves. The Library's FY21 balanced budget was presented for informational purposes only; no action was taken.
- Approved FY20 year-end budget amendments (unanimous 5-0)
- Approved FY21 annual county budget of $136,708,189 (unanimous 5-0)
- Heard FY21 Library budget presentation; no action required
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
The Laramie County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a change order reducing the guaranteed maximum price for the Archer Event Center construction by $231,609.29 due to savings, with funds potentially used for expansion. The board also approved a zone change for a public park, an accessory living quarters, a subdivision plat, and numerous contracts, permits, and appointments.
- Approved change order credit of $231,609.29 for Archer Event Center (5-0)
- Approved zone change from A2 to P for East Cheyenne Community Park (5-0)
- Approved Tunnicliff Accessory Living Quarters (5-0)
- Approved Diamond Hill Subdivision Permit and Plat (5-0)
- Approved Blue Cross Blue Shield administrative services agreement (consent)
- Approved Summit Food Service contract amendments for Detention and Juvenile Centers (consent)
- Approved malt beverage and catering permits for DeLancey and Outlaw Saloon (consent)
- Approved grant applications for WY Dept. of Health ($900,492) and Coverdell ($121,115) (5-0)
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
The Laramie County Fair Board approved the June 1, 2020 meeting minutes on a 3-0 vote. Staff reported that CCI Livestock will manage the 4-H livestock auction as a hybrid virtual and live event, while FFA will use the same format with its own auctioneers. The board discussed eliminating virtual plans for shows and posting static exhibit videos on social media. The next meeting is set for July 6, 2020.
- Approved June 1, 2020 meeting minutes (3-0)
- Selected CCI Livestock to manage 4-H livestock auction as hybrid virtual/live
- Adopted same auction format for FFA with own auctioneers
- Eliminated nearly all virtual plans for shows
- Planned to post static exhibit videos on social media
- Scheduled next meeting for July 6, 2020
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
The Board approved the Subdivision Permit and Plat for Westedt Meadows, 2nd Filing, with no conditions, despite staff recommending a 30,000-gallon cistern. All other agenda items, including consent agenda, resolutions, grants, leases, and a liquor license renewal, were approved unanimously. The Diamond Hills subdivision was postponed to June 16, 2020.
- Approved Westedt Meadows 2nd Filing subdivision plat with no conditions (5-0)
- Postponed Diamond Hills subdivision permit and plat to June 16, 2020 (5-0)
- Approved Legal Aid of WY legal services agreement at $100/hour (consent agenda)
- Approved KONE elevator maintenance contract renewal through June 30, 2023 (consent agenda)
- Approved Cheyenne Frontier Days facility rental for 2020 elections (consent agenda)
- Approved $2,079,014.63 in May 2020 warrants (consent agenda)
- Approved $40,275 BJA COVID grant application for Sheriff's Dept. (5-0)
- Approved $4,730,218 FAA CARES Act grant for Cheyenne Regional Airport (5-0)
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
The Laramie County Fair Board met and approved the May 4, 2020 minutes. The main discussion focused on two fair options—virtual and hybrid—with a tentative schedule and details for livestock shows, static exhibits, and auctions. No formal decision was made on the fair format; the board scheduled a follow-up meeting for June 15, 2020, to continue planning.
- Approved May 4, 2020 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Discussed virtual vs. hybrid fair options, no vote taken
- Scheduled follow-up meeting for June 15, 2020, to discuss livestock sale plans
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
The Board approved two seasonal fireworks permits (Jurassic Fireworks and Wyoming Fireworks Warehouse), renewed 19 liquor licenses for 2020-2021, and approved a zone change for Westedt Meadows 2nd Filing from A2 to AR. The subdivision permit and plat for Westedt Meadows was postponed to June 2, 2020, after board members questioned a vague condition. Several other items were approved, including contracts, grants, and appointments, while one item (in-service days) was postponed.
- Approved $8,393.80 election security contract with WY Secretary of State's Office
- Approved $15,000 grant application to Cheyenne Regional Medical Center for Coroner's Office suicide prevention materials
- Postponed resolution for additional in-service days (Aug. 18 and Nov. 3, 2020)
- Approved interagency agreement with WY State Archives to duplicate county minutes and brand books
- Approved addendum and agreements with Medical Air Services Association for air ambulance coverage
- Approved settlement agreement in Johnson vs. Laramie County case
- Approved special warranty deed for 7201 Commerce Cir. to Cheyenne LEADS
- Approved $809,042.42 tax refunds for Granite Canyon Quarry (3 petitions)
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
The Board approved new land use regulations for concentrated feeding operation setbacks and a subdivision permit for Lakota Tracts. They also authorized several grant applications and approved $4.4M in warrants.
- Adopted new setback regulations for Concentrated Feeding Operations (5-0)
- Approved Subdivision Permit and Plat for Lakota Tracts (5-0)
- Approved $4,432,875.86 in warrants for April 2020
- Authorized $141,378.91 grant application for Emergency Management Performance Grant
- Authorized $50,000 grant application for Event Center basketball equipment
- Approved $307.51 tax refund for Kaiser-Francis Oil Co.
- Approved agreement with Runbeck Election Services, Inc. for ballot printing
- Re-established Laramie County Election Districts
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
The Board directed events staff to develop plans for both virtual and live fair formats, using the Laramie County Recovery plan as a guide. A final decision on the fair type is expected in June.
- Approved April 15, 2020 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Directed staff to work on both virtual and live fair plans
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
The Planning Commission voted 4-0 to recommend approval of two subdivision permits, two preliminary development plans, and a zone change to the Board of County Commissioners. All items were public hearings; the commission heard public comments on the Lakota Tracts, Paw Print, and Klipstein Estates items, including concerns about access easements, drainage, and lot sizes. No items were denied or tabled. The zone change and subdivision permit for Westedt Meadows were heard concurrently and each recommended for approval 4-0.
- Recommended approval of Lakota Tracts Subdivision Permit & Plat (4-0)
- Recommended approval of Diamond Hills Subdivision Permit (4-0)
- Approved Paw Print Preliminary Development Plan (4-0)
- Recommended approval of Klipstein Estates Preliminary Development Plan (4-0)
- Recommended approval of Westedt Meadows Zone Change from A2 to AR (4-0)
- Recommended approval of Westedt Meadows 2nd Filing Subdivision Permit (4-0)
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
The Board approved several security and maintenance contracts for the Courthouse and Detention Centers. Multiple fireworks and liquor license permits were granted, though one fireworks permit was denied due to site plan discrepancies.
- Approved $84,850 contract with KPrime Technologies for Courthouse x-ray machine
- Approved $10,000 grant application for Records Center maglocks and card readers
- Approved $175,000 in TANF FFY21 funding applications for four community programs
- Approved legal services agreement with Steiner, Fournier, & Zook, LLC at $90/hour
- Approved security maintenance agreements with Kubl Group for Adult and Juvenile Detention Centers
- Approved fire alarm detection testing agreements with Meridian Fire and Security, LLC
- Approved retail liquor license transfer to ST Spirits, LLC (T-Joe's Steakhouse & Saloon)
- Denied seasonal fireworks permit for Jurassic Fireworks due to site plan violations
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
The Laramie County Fair Board elected officers for the coming term, appointing Cody Nusbaum as Treasurer, Linda Heath as Secretary, Troy Thompson as Chairman, and Buck Holmes as Vice-Chairman, each by a 6-0 vote. The board approved a memorandum of understanding with Laramie County for use of county grounds and property for the County Fair (5-1), and a separate MOU with the Laramie County Events Dept. for management and conduct of the fair (4-2). A resolution regarding services or representation by the Woodhouse-Roden Law Office was also approved (4-2).
- Elected Cody Nusbaum as Treasurer (6-0)
- Elected Linda Heath as Secretary (6-0)
- Elected Troy Thompson as Chairman (6-0)
- Elected Buck Holmes as Vice-Chairman (6-0)
- Approved MOU with Laramie County for fairgrounds use (5-1)
- Approved MOU with Laramie County Events Dept. for fair management (4-2)
- Approved resolution on Woodhouse-Roden Law Office representation (4-2)
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
The Board approved a resolution to increase the Fair Board from five to seven members and appointed four commissioners to fill vacancies and new positions, following a Wyoming Supreme Court ruling that invalidated the 2018 dissolution of the Fair Board. The Board also approved a consent agenda covering grants, agreements, fee reports, and asset deletions, plus several resolutions, proclamations, and permits. All votes were unanimous (5-0).
- Approved resolution to increase Fair Board from five to seven members (5-0)
- Appointed Troy Thompson, Linda Heath, Buck Holmes, and Gunnar Malm to Fair Board (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including $10,000 CERT grant and $30,000 EMA light tower grant (5-0)
- Approved 911 surcharge fee resolution (5-0)
- Approved Diamond Creek Rd. rename to Bruns Way (5-0)
- Approved 201 exception for on-site holding tank at 7511 Tate Rd. (5-0)
- Approved zone change to MR and CB for Continental Tracts (5-0)
- Approved restaurant liquor license for Pizza Hut at 1308 S. Greeley Hwy. (5-0)
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
The Board of County Commissioners held a special meeting to fill an unexpired term for a Laramie County Commissioner. The Board appointed Brian Lovett to the position, and he was sworn in by Judge Peter H. Froelicher.
- Appointed Brian Lovett to the Board of County Commissioners (4-0)
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
The Board approved several grant applications for public safety and IT infrastructure and issued two fireworks permits. A decision on land use regulations for Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFOs) was scheduled for May 5, 2020.
- Approved grant applications for IT cybersecurity ($261,000), Sheriff's forensic operations ($91,000), and EMA communications ($50,000)
- Approved grant applications for the Sex Offender Office ($21,957), BNSF drone hardware ($7,500), and Coroner's mortuary cooler ($7,500)
- Approved yearly fireworks permits for Phantom Fireworks Showrooms, LLC at 227 and 239 I-25 Service Rd. East
- Approved appointment of Carol Serelson as Assistant Public Defender
- Approved catering permit for Vino's Wine and Spirits subject to event confirmation
- Approved MOUs for GIS Cooperative budget consolidation and a GIS Cooperative Intern position
- Approved renaming Diamond Creek Road to Bruns Way and appointed Dave Bumann as Viewer
- Scheduled decision on CAFO land use regulations for May 5, 2020
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
The Board of County Commissioners approved the consent agenda, including a $298,013.91 victim witness grant application, a notice of award to KPrime Technologies for a courthouse X-ray machine, and a trade-in of a 2013 GMC Terrain. They also approved a resolution to rename Road J to HR Ranch Road, a cooperative agreement with WYDOT for road construction, a right-of-way easement with High West Energy, and increased liquor license fees. The board received and filed a staff report on concentrated feeding operations odor regulations, with a public hearing scheduled for April 7, 2020.
- Approved consent agenda including FY20 UW Extension agreement, victim witness grant, KPrime X-ray award, Springbuk PHI agreement, Party People addendum, GMC Terrain trade-in, January fees, February part-time salaries, and February warrants (3-0)
- Approved resolution to rename Road J to HR Ranch Road (3-0)
- Approved WYDOT cooperative agreement for US 30/Dell Range Blvd. and Whitney Rd. construction (3-0)
- Approved right-of-way easement with High West Energy (3-0)
- Approved liquor license fee schedule for 2020-2021, increasing restaurant license fee outside five-mile to $1,500 and adding $100 satellite winery/distiller permits (3-0)
- Received and filed staff report on Concentrated Feeding Operations odor footprint tool; public hearing set for April 7, 2020
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
The Board approved mid-year budget amendments to repay a construction loan and granted several zoning and subdivision permits. A cooperative agreement with the Wyoming Dept. of Transportation was postponed for further clarification.
- Approved $6.3M appropriation to repay Laramie County Event Center construction loan
- Approved Subdivision Permit and Plat for Galatia Subdivision with one condition
- Approved zone change from MR and A-2 to CB for portions of South Fork, 8th Filing
- Approved Subdivision Permit and Plat for South Fork, 8th Filing
- Approved 24-hour malt beverage permit for Cheyenne Field Archers Scholarship Foundation
- Approved $12,179.04 FY21 Selective Traffic Overtime Enforcement grant application
- Approved deletion of one decomposition cooler from Coroner's Office inventory
- Postponed WYDOT cooperative agreement for US 30 and Dell Range Blvd. until March 3, 2020
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
The Board of County Commissioners unanimously voted to postpone action on proposed amendments to the 2019 Laramie County Land Use Regulations, Section 2-2-111, concerning Concentrated Feeding Operations. The amendments, requested by Elite Equine Holdings, LLC, would change the required setback from three miles to one mile with neighbors' written consent. The Planning Commission had voted 3-0 to disapprove the amendments on January 23, 2020. The board will receive a staff report on the odor footprint tool on March 3, 2020, and will consider the amendments at a public hearing on April 7, 2020.
- Approved minutes of January 21, 2020 proceedings (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda, including ratification of an MOU for the Office on Violence Against Women FY20 grant (5-0)
- Approved a $2,118.14 tax refund petition for Z and S Construction Co. for tax year 2019
- Approved annual public investment disclosure forms for calendar year 2020
- Approved deletion of four Motorola XTL 2500 VHF Mobile Radios from Emergency Management fixed assets
- Approved adoption of the updated Cheyenne/Laramie County Emergency Response Plan
- Approved a legal services contract with Wallace Stock for hearing officer services and legal counsel to the Board of Equalization
- Approved interagency agreements with Wyoming State Archives for duplicating commissioners' minutes books and selected real estate books