Laramie County public meetings in 2025
43 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will review several infrastructure contracts and grant applications for the Sheriff's office and court programs. The meeting includes public hearings on a subdivision permit and the renaming of a court in Lone Tree Ridge Estates.
- Agreement with Reiman Corp for Clear Creek Phase III improvements and parking for $848,481
- Agreement with AVI, PC for Roundtop Rd improvements not to exceed $713,911.25
- Grant applications to WY Supreme Court for Drug Court ($491,769.52) and DUI Court ($628,583.52)
- Public hearing for The Life subdivision permit and plat
- Public hearing to vacate Vada Rae Ct and rename it Canyon Ridge
The Board approved all consent agenda items and contracts, including a $713,911.25 agreement with AVI, PC for Roundtop Rd improvements, a $848,481 agreement with Reiman Corp for Clear Creek Phase III, and a $60,080 addendum with Paladin Technologies for security systems. They also approved grant applications for drug and DUI courts, appointed two board members, and postponed a subdivision hearing to Jan 20, 2026. All votes were unanimous (5-0).
- Approved $713,911.25 Roundtop Rd improvements contract with AVI, PC (5-0)
- Approved $848,481 Clear Creek Phase III improvements agreement with Reiman Corp (5-0)
- Approved $60,080 addendum with Paladin Technologies for access control and video surveillance support (5-0)
- Approved $15,924.81 addendum with QLess, Inc for mobile queuing platform (5-0)
- Approved FY25 Bulletproof Vest Grant application for $15,500.94 with 50% match (5-0)
- Approved FY27/FY28 Drug Court grant application for $491,769.52 (5-0)
- Approved FY27/FY28 DUI Court grant application for $628,583.52 (5-0)
- Postponed The Life subdivision permit hearing to Jan 20, 2026 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (14 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Laramie County Planning Commission will review and take action on a Class B Conditional Use Permit for a cell tower. One other public hearing regarding a Class B Conditional Use Permit has been postponed to January 22, 2026.
- Review of Class B Conditional Use Permit for PBA Junction Cell Tower (Applicant: Hayco, LLC)
- Postponement of public hearing for Conditional Use Permit - Class B in Section 5, T 13N, R67W (Applicant: King Ranch Company, LP)
The Planning Commission approved the Class B Conditional Use Permit for the PBA Junction Cell Tower with a condition to pause construction from March 15 to June 30. It also approved the November 13, 2025 meeting minutes and postponed the public hearing for the CYS07 project to January 22, 2026. All three actions passed with unanimous 4‑0 votes.
- Approved minutes of November 13, 2025 (vote 4-0)
- Postponed public hearing for CYS07 Class B Conditional Use Permit to Jan 22, 2026 (vote 4-0)
- Approved Class B Conditional Use Permit for PBA Junction Cell Tower with construction pause condition (vote 4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners is holding a special meeting to consider an appointment to fill a vacancy in House District 10 of the Wyoming Legislature.
- Appointment to fill vacancy in House District 10 of Wyoming Legislature
The special meeting was held to fill the vacancy in Wyoming House District 10. After individual interviews, the board entered executive session and reconvened. A motion was made and seconded to appoint Justin Fornstrom, and the motion carried. The appointment was recorded in the minutes.
- Appointed Justin Fornstrom to fill vacant House District 10 (motion carried)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will review several contract amendments, grant applications, and a resolution to set official salaries for 2027-2030. The meeting includes a public hearing on amending the 2024 International Residential Code regarding permit exemptions.
- Resolution setting county officials salaries for 2027-2030
- WYDOT agreement amendment for Bridge Over Union Pacific Railroad (County Rd 210-2) increasing from $321,900 to $713,082
- Grant applications to Meta for $253,080 (Coroner's DNA system) and $138,831.43 (dispatch consolettes)
- Public hearing to amend 2024 International Residential Code Section R105.2
- Warrants in the amount of $3,301,746.50 for Nov 2025
The Board approved the November 18 minutes and the consent agenda. It ratified several contracts and grant applications, including increased drug testing services and a DNA identification system for the Coroner's office. The commissioners also adopted a resolution setting county officials' salaries for 2027‑2030. All motions carried with unanimous votes.
- Approved November 18 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved amendment to Drug Testing Center agreement, increasing cost to $13,000 (unanimous)
- Approved deletion of two 2012 Ford Fusion vehicles from Sheriff's inventory (unanimous)
- Approved fifth addendum with KONE, Inc. for senior center elevator service (unanimous)
- Approved grant application to Meta for $253,080 portable DNA system for Coroner's office (unanimous)
- Approved resolution setting county officials' salaries for 2027‑2030 (unanimous)
- Approved amendment to WYDOT bridge agreement, raising amount to $713,082 (unanimous)
- Approved amendment to 2024 International Residential Code to raise permit exemption to 400 sq ft (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (15 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Laramie County Board of Commissioners will ratify a lease termination for Rise Broadband and approve the 2026 holiday schedule. The meeting also includes public hearings on land use and the adoption of a transportation plan.
- Ratify lease termination for Rise Broadband at 2020 Carey Ave ($5,457.66 fee)
- Adopt 2026 holiday schedule for Laramie County
- Public hearing on vacation of Bell Pasture Subdivision Tracts 21 and 22
- Public hearing on vacation of Swan Ranch Rail Park Lot 2
- Adopt Connect 2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan
The Laramie County Board approved routine items such as the 2026 holiday schedule, lease addendums, and meeting consolidations. It adopted the Connect 2050 Metropolitan Transportation and Future Land Use Plan. The board also approved land‑use actions, including the vacation of Tracts 21‑22 and modest plat for Bell Pasture Subdivision and the vacation and subdivision of Swan Ranch Rail Park.
- Approved minutes of Nov 4 2025 (unanimous)
- Approved lease addendum terminating LP Broadband rooftop space, $5,457.66 fee (unanimous)
- Approved 2026 holiday schedule (unanimous)
- Adopted Connect 2050 transportation and land‑use plan (unanimous)
- Approved consolidation of Aug 2026 commission meetings (unanimous)
- Approved consolidation of Nov 2026 commission meetings (unanimous)
- Approved vacation of Tracts 21‑22 and modest plat for Bell Pasture Subdivision (unanimous)
- Approved vacation and subdivision of Swan Ranch Rail Park (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (14 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Laramie County Planning Commission will first approve the minutes from its September 11, 2025 meeting. It will then hear a presentation titled CONNECT 2050 from the Cheyenne MPO. Finally, the commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed amendment to the 2024 edition of the International Residential Code, Section R105.2, concerning work exempt from permits.
- Approval of September 11, 2025 meeting minutes
- CONNECT 2050 presentation by Cheyenne MPO
- Public hearing on amendment to IRC Section R105.2 work exemption
The commission approved the September 11, 2025 minutes by a 4-0 vote. It then recommended that the Laramie County Board of County Commissioners approve the CONNECT 2050 transportation plan, also by 4-0. Finally, it recommended amending the 2024 International Residential Code Section 105.2 to raise the permit‑exempt size to 400 sq ft, again with a 4-0 vote.
- Approved September 11, 2025 minutes (4-0)
- Recommended CONNECT 2050 Plan to County Commissioners (4-0)
- Recommended amendment to 2024 IRC Section 105.2 to raise exempt size to 400 sq ft (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Laramie County Board of Commissioners will decide on several addenda with Summit Fire & Security, LLC for alarm monitoring and cell-dialer installations at county buildings, plus amendments to 911 and grant agreements. They will also hear a public hearing on a liquor-license application and a vacation of a subdivision tract.
- $540/year alarm monitoring addendum for Health Dept at 100 Central Ave
- $878.96 CLSS Pathway Cell Dialer installation at Archer storage building, 11300 Prairie Center Cir
- $37,175.16 amendment to Next Generation 911 System agreement with ConvergeOne, Inc
- $20,000 addendum to Culture Assessment Proposal with The Healthy Dispatcher, LLC
- PUBLIC HEARING: retail liquor license for Riedel Ventures, LLC at 470 Happy Jack Rd
The board approved warrants totaling $4,529,528.41 for October 2025. It also approved a series of addenda with Summit Fire & Security LLC for alarm monitoring services and CLSS Pathway Cell Dialer installations at multiple county facilities, each ranging up to $878.96. Additional approvals included a $37,175.16 amendment to the Next Generation 911 system agreement with ConvergeOne, Inc., and a $21,147 grant application to the U.S. Department of Justice for the county coroner’s office. The board adopted bylaws for the Senior Services Board and approved a retail liquor license public hearing for Riedel Ventures, LLC.
- Approved $4,529,528.41 October 2025 warrants (motion carried by Malm, Thompson, Heath, Hollingshead, Zwonitzer)
- Approved $540 per year alarm monitoring addendum with Summit Fire & Security for Laramie County Health Dept, 100 Central Ave
- Approved $878.96 addendum to install CLSS Pathway Cell Dialer at Archer storage building, 11300 Prairie Center Cir
- Approved $3,113.90 addendum to install CLSS Gateway at Historic Courthouse, 310 W 19th St
- Approved $37,175.16 amendment to Next Generation 911 System agreement with ConvergeOne, Inc.
- Approved $21,147 grant application to U.S. Dept of Justice for portable fingerprint scanners for County Coroner's office
- Adopted bylaws governing the Laramie County Senior Services Board
- Held public hearing for retail liquor license application by Riedel Ventures, LLC at 470 Happy Jack Rd
🗳️ How they voted (39 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will consider several grant awards for cybersecurity and recreation, as well as various service contracts. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding a liquor license application for a wedding and event venue.
- Public hearing for a retail liquor license for Riedel Ventures, LLC at 470 Happy Jack Rd
- Grant awards for cybersecurity: $55,292.91 for SilverFort and $281,113.98 for DarkTrace
- Agreement with Fremont Motor Co up to $88,518 for two 4x4 pickup trucks
- Agreement with Bintel, Inc up to $90,005 for the Community Wildfire Protection Plan
- Legal services contract with Law By Lund, SC at $160/hour
The commissioners approved three cybersecurity grant agreements totaling $336,406.89, including a $281,113.98 award for a DarkTrace threat‑detection solution. They also approved several contracts for playground equipment, wildfire planning, siren services, pickup trucks, and legal services, and appointed a new planning commission member. Two items—a liquor‑license application and an electronic‑recording agreement—were postponed to the next meeting.
- Approved $55,000 grant for Orchard Valley playground equipment (unanimous)
- Approved $55,292.91 cybersecurity grant for SilverFort authentication system (unanimous)
- Approved $281,113.98 cybersecurity grant for DarkTrace threat detection (unanimous)
- Approved $90,005 contract with Bintel, Inc. to update Community Wildfire Protection Plan (unanimous)
- Approved $41,875 contract with Absolute Solutions for siren maintenance and installation (unanimous)
- Approved $88,518 contract with Fremont Motor Co. for two 4x4 pickup trucks (unanimous)
- Approved appointment of Brian Casey to the Laramie County Planning Commission (unanimous)
- Approved legal services contract with Law By Lund, SC at $160 per hour (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (16 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Laramie County Board of Commissioners will consider ratifying contracts for youth services and opioid settlement funds, approving fee collections, and holding public hearings on land use changes.
- Contract with Youth Alternatives for crisis shelter services ($91,237)
- Subrecipient agreement with HealthWorks for opioid settlement funds ($500,000)
- Public hearing for York Subdivision zone change to Mixed Use
- Public hearing for Switchgrass Industrial Park zone change to Planned Unit Development
- Agreement to lease office space at 2020 Carey Ave from the City of Cheyenne
The Laramie County Board approved a series of contracts and agreements, including a $12,710 state parks contract, an $8,580 addendum with Power Systems West, a $91,237 crisis‑shelter services contract, and a $500,000 HealthWorks opioid settlement subrecipient agreement. The board also authorized $3,190,030.73 in September warrants. In land‑use actions, the board approved the administrative plat and a medium‑density to mixed‑use zone change for the York Subdivision, and approved a land‑use to planned‑unit‑development change for the Switchgrass Industrial Park.
- Approved $12,710 contract with WY State Parks (vote 5-0)
- Approved $8,580 addendum with Power Systems West (vote 5-0)
- Approved $91,237 crisis shelter services contract (vote 5-0)
- Approved $500,000 HealthWorks opioid settlement subrecipient agreement (vote 5-0)
- Approved $3,190,030.73 September warrants (vote 4-0, Thompson recused)
- Approved administrative plat for York Subdivision (vote 5-0)
- Approved zone change MR to MU for York Subdivision (vote 5-0)
- Approved zone change LU to PUD for Switchgrass Industrial Park (vote 5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (25 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Laramie County Board of Commissioners will review minutes from recent meetings and consider a series of consent agenda items, including asset transfers, grant amendments, and contract agreements. Several resolutions will authorize grant applications for law‑enforcement, emergency‑management, and health equipment. The board will also hold public hearings on a new retail liquor license, a code amendment, multiple subdivision permits, and the Laramie Range Wind Project site plan with a high‑power transmission line.
- Transfer of a Cummins generator (500‑watt model VTA 28GS1) from the Sheriff’s office to the Town of Burns
- Amendment to the Big Brothers Big Sisters subgrant increasing the award by $13,264.29
- Resolution to seek a $253,080 grant for a rapid DNA system for the Coroner’s office
- Agreement with Axon Enterprises to purchase two Sky‑Hero Sigyn Ground Robots for up to $37,082
- Public hearing on the Laramie Range Wind Project site plan and high‑power transmission line
The Board held a public hearing on a new retail liquor license application for White Antelope Barn, LLC at 1876 Mountain Shadow Lane N. After public comment, commissioners voted to approve the license. The motion was made by Commissioner Hollingshead, seconded by Commissioner Zwonitzer, and carried with votes from Thompson, Heath, Hollingshead, and Zwonitzer; Chairman Malm was excused. The approval permits the venue to serve beer and wine and to provide transportation for about 20 patrons.
- Approved Consent Agenda
- Approved transfer of a Cummins generator to the Town of Burns
- Approved FY26 annual compensation agreements with the University of Wyoming
- Approved amendments increasing awards to Big Brothers Big Sisters, Boys and Girls Club, CLIMB WY, and My Front Door
- Approved multiple Homeland Security grant applications for lock boxes, portable radios, training simulator, EMA radios, CERT supplies, rapid DNA system, livestock panels, panic buttons, and emergency management
- Approved purchase of two Axon Sky‑Hero Sigyn Ground Robots (up to $37,082)
- Approved deletion of a 2024 CPS Belly Dump Trailer from the Public Works fixed‑asset inventory
- Approved retail liquor license for White Antelope Barn, LLC
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Planning Commission
The Laramie County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the Laramie Range Wind Project site plan and the associated high‑power transmission lines. The meeting also includes public hearings on several subdivision permits, zone changes, and a staff report on a logistics project. Minutes from the June 26, 2025 meeting will be approved.
- Public hearing on Laramie Range Wind Project site plan and high‑power transmission lines (item 25‑4197)
- Public hearing on CJH Ranches Subdivision Permit and Plat (item 25‑4253)
- Public hearing on Bailey Estates Subdivision Permit and Plat (item 25‑4242)
- Public hearing on zone change from MR to MU for York Subdivision tracts 1 and 2 (item 25‑4134)
- Public hearing on zone change from LU to PUD for sections 5‑7, T12N, R66W (item 25‑4266)
The commission recommended approval of a zone change from Land Use to Planned Unit Development for a 1,375.32‑acre industrial park, with no conditions (vote 3‑0). It also approved a zone change from Medium‑Density Residential to Mixed‑Use for York Subdivision, contingent on an administrative plat (vote 3‑0). Other actions included approving a building‑code amendment, two subdivision permits and postponing a wind‑project decision.
- Approved amendment to 2024 IRC Section R303.5.10 interior finish (2‑1)
- Recommended approval of CJH Ranches Subdivision Permit and Plat, no conditions (3‑0)
- Recommended approval of Bailey Estates Subdivision Permit and Plat, conditional on Chapter 23 study (3‑0)
- Recommended approval of Zone Change MR to MU for York Subdivision, contingent on administrative plat (3‑0)
- Recommended approval of Zone Change LU to PUD for 1,375.32‑acre industrial park, no conditions (3‑0)
- Postponed decision on Laramie Range Wind Project Site Plan until after DEQ hearing (3‑0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will review various service contracts, catering permits, and land use plat vacations. The body is also considering the reappointment of County Attorney Mark T Voss and the approval of August 2025 warrants.
- Agreement with Cheyenne/Laramie County Economic Development Joint Powers Board for $200,000
- Warrants for August 2025 in the amount of $3,637,538.38
- Service agreement addendum with Motorola Solutions, Inc not to exceed $91,883.05
- Public hearings for plat vacations at Lodgepole Estates and BT II Subdivision
- Contract amendment with WY Dept of Health for treatment courts increasing total to $349,900
🗳️ How they voted (20 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Laramie County Board of Commissioners will hold a joint meeting with the Platte County Board of Commissioners to fill a vacancy in Senate District 6 of the Wyoming Legislature. The appointment is made under Wyoming Statute 22-18-111(a)(iii)(D).
- Consideration of an appointment to fill the vacancy in Senate District 6 of the Wyoming Legislature
The Laramie and Platte County Boards of Commissioners met on August 29, 2025 to fill the Senate District 6 vacancy. After individual interviews, the commissioners entered executive session and then voted. All commissioners voted aye, appointing Taft Love to the position.
- Approved motion to enter executive session for deliberations (unanimous)
- Appointed Taft Love to fill the vacant Wyoming Senate District 6 seat (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission
The Laramie County Planning Commission will meet to consider postponed items including subdivision plats for Bailey Estates and CJH Ranches, an amendment to building codes, and a public hearing on the Laramie Range Wind Project site plan and high-power transmission lines. The meeting will also include routine procedural items such as roll call and approval of minutes.
- Public hearing on Bailey Estates Subdivision Permit and Plat (postponed from August 14, 2025)
- Public hearing on CJH Ranches Subdivision Permit and Plat (postponed from August 14, 2025)
- Amendment to 2024 IRC Section R 303.5.10 Interior Finish (postponed from August 14, 2025)
- Public hearing on Laramie Range Wind Project Site Plan and High-Power Transmission Lines
- Review of postponed subdivision plats for Bailey Estates and CJH Ranches
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will consider several grant agreements for the Sheriff and Coroner's offices and accounting service contracts. The meeting also includes a review of a cooperative agreement with WYDOT for a road project.
- Audit services agreement with CliftonLarsonAllen, LLP not to exceed $115,250
- TANF Partnership Initiative grant increase from $154,750 to $309,500
- Legal services contract with Ronnie Lopez for hearing officer services at $280/hour
- WYDOT subaward agreements for highway safety enforcement totaling $44,990.17
- Cooperative agreement amendment for project B 221004 (US 30, Dell Range Blvd, and Whitney Rd)
The Laramie County Board of Commissioners approved a series of contracts, grants, and agreements, including a legal services contract at $280 per hour, multiple WYDOT highway safety subawards, and several community benefit grants. They also approved amendments increasing grant amounts for the Coroner Prevention Grant and the TANF partnership initiative. The amendment to the WYDOT cooperative agreement for the US 30, Dell Range Blvd, and Whitney Rd project was adopted.
- Approved legal services contract with Ronnie Lopez at $280/hour (Malm, Thompson, Heath, Hollingshead, Zwonitzer)
- Approved $10,818.18 WYDOT Highway Safety subaward for Occupant Protection (Malm, Thompson, Heath, Hollingshead, Zwonitzer)
- Approved $34,171.99 WYDOT Highway Safety subaward for Impaired Driving enforcement (Malm, Thompson, Heath, Hollingshead, Zwonitzer)
- Approved $1,500 Community Benefit grant to LEAD program (Malm, Thompson, Heath, Hollingshead, Zwonitzer)
- Approved increase of Coroner Prevention Grant to $12,500 (Malm, Thompson, Heath, Hollingshead, Zwonitzer)
- Approved increase of TANF partnership grant to $309,500 (Malm, Thompson, Heath, Hollingshead, Zwonitzer)
- Approved nonattest accounting services agreement with RLR, LLP up to $27,800 (Malm, Thompson, Heath, Hollingshead, Zwonitzer)
- Approved amendment two to WYDOT cooperative agreement for US 30 and local road project (Malm, Thompson, Heath, Hollingshead, Zwonitzer)
🗳️ How they voted (16 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Laramie County Planning Commission will review minutes from the June 26, 2025 meeting, consider an amendment to the 2024 International Residential Code interior finish section, and hold a public hearing on the CJH Ranches subdivision permit and plat. Additional items include a subdivision permit and plat for Bailey Estates and a staff report concerning a separate application. Decisions will be made on the code amendment and recommendations on the subdivision proposals.
- Consideration of minutes from the June 26, 2025 meeting (Item 25‑3391).
- Amendment to 2024 IRC Section R 303.1.10 interior finish (Item 25‑3402).
- Public hearing on CJH Ranches Subdivision Permit and Plat (Item 25‑3413).
- Subdivision Permit and Plat for Bailey Estates, Laramie County (Item 25‑3614).
- Staff report package for applicant Shane Hansen (Item 25‑3614).
Board of County Commissioners
The Board will consider a range of contracts and agreements, including a $95,790 transit MOU with Cheyenne, several service contracts for the Events Center and GIS, and a $23,480 grant for the Sheriff’s Project Safe Neighborhoods. It will also review fee collections, part‑time salaries, and warrants for July 2025, and vote on a resolution to rescind the possession‑of‑firearms personnel policy. A public hearing on the 2025 Land Use Regulations is postponed.
- MOU with City of Cheyenne for Cheyenne Transit Program, up to $95,790 (expires June 30, 2026)
- Addendum with Ungerboeck Systems for event‑management software, $23,670
- Agreement with Servpro of Cheyenne for Events Center restoration, $8,670.50
- Grant award contract for Sheriff’s Project Safe Neighborhoods, $23,480 (through Sept 15, 2026)
- Agreement with CRAFT to fund up to $253,571.40 of Minimum Revenue Guaranteed payments for Cheyenne‑Denver flights
The Laramie County Board approved a series of contracts, memoranda of understanding, permits, and a resolution. Highlights include a $95,790 transit MOU with the City of Cheyenne, a $23,670 addendum for event‑management software, a $5,769,192.56 warrant package for July 2025, and a resolution rescinding the county’s firearms‑possession personnel policy. The board also approved a $253,571.40 agreement with CRAFT to fund scheduled Cheyenne‑Denver airline service.
- Approved MOU with City of Cheyenne for Cheyenne Transit Program (up to $95,790)
- Approved appraisal service contract with Thomas Y Pickett & Co., Inc.
- Approved addendum with Ungerboeck Systems International for event‑management software ($23,670)
- Approved CRAFT agreement to fund up to $253,571.40 for Cheyenne‑Denver flight service
- Approved July 2025 warrants totaling $5,769,192.56
- Approved resolution to rescind the possession of firearms personnel policy
- Approved June 2025 fee collections for multiple county entities
- Approved part‑time salaries for July 2025 totaling $77,838.30
🗳️ How they voted (33 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to set the 2025 mill levies. This process determines the property tax rates for the county.
- Public hearing regarding 2025 mill levies pursuant to WS 39-13-102(g)
The Board held a public hearing on the 2025 mill levies and received no public comment. Chairman Malm noted that voters or the legislature have already approved all levies. A motion to approve the agenda item was made, seconded, and carried with all five commissioners voting aye. The meeting then adjourned.
- Approved 2025 mill levies (aye votes: Malm, Thompson, Heath, Hollingshead, Zwonitzer)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of County Commissioners
The Laramie County Board of Commissioners will consider a resolution to prohibit open carry in county buildings and hold public hearings on the 2025 Land Use Regulations, a zone district map amendment, and a new fee schedule. The board will also review administrative service agreements and a jail services addendum.
- Resolution to prohibit open carry in county buildings
- Public hearing on 2025 Laramie County Land Use Regulations
- Public hearing to amend the unincorporated zone district map
- Public hearing on Planning and Development FY25/26 fee schedule
- Addendum for jail commissary services with Turnkey Corrections
The Board approved several contracts and addenda, including a $48,000 information security services addendum and a $7,200 livestreaming addendum. Commissioners approved a zone change from Agricultural Residential to Community Business for a portion of Section 36 to allow the Wit's End Adventure Park. A resolution to prohibit open carry on county property failed, and three public‑hearing items were postponed to August 5, 2025.
- Approved administrative services agreement with Blue Cross Blue Shield of WY (Malm, Thompson, Heath, Hollingshead, Zwonitzer)
- Approved addendum with Landree Trehal dba Ringside Live, up to $7,200 (Malm, Thompson, Heath, Hollingshead, Zwonitzer)
- Approved 10‑day malt beverage permit for LCCC Dining Services (Malm, Thompson, Heath, Hollingshead, Zwonitzer)
- Approved $48,000 addendum with FRSecure, LLC for information security services (Malm, Thompson, Heath, Hollingshead, Zwonitzer)
- Approved addendum with TW Vending, Inc dba Turnkey Corrections for detention‑center commissary services (Malm, Thompson, Heath, Hollingshead, Zwonitzer)
- Failed resolution to prohibit open carry on all county buildings and facilities (Malm, Thompson, Heath, Hollingshead, Zwonitzer)
- Approved zone change from AR to CB for portion of Section 36 to allow W's End Adventure Park (Malm, Thompson, Heath, Hollingshead, Zwonitzer)
- Postponed adoption of 2025 Land Use Regulations, zone‑district map, and FY25/26 fee schedule to August 5, 2025 (Malm, Thompson, Heath, Hollingshead, Zwonitzer)
🗳️ How they voted (14 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Laramie County Board of Commissioners will consider adopting new land use regulations and a fee schedule, as well as prohibiting open carry in county facilities. The agenda also includes several contracts for legal services, road maintenance, and opioid settlement funds.
- Public hearing on 2025 Laramie County Land Use Regulations
- Resolution to prohibit open carry in county buildings
- Contract modification for Archer Sewer Connection Project ($991,680.64)
- Subrecipient agreement for opioid settlement award ($499,869.33)
- Public hearing on Star Gardens subdivision permit
The Laramie County Board approved a series of contracts, agreements, and financial items. Notably, it approved $2,026,150.72 in warrants for June 2025. It also approved a $991,680.64 contract modification for the Archer Sewer Connection Project and a $499,869.33 opioid‑settlement subrecipient agreement. Additional actions included adopting a personnel concealed‑carry policy and approving the consent agenda and meeting minutes.
- Approved June 17, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried by Malm, Thompson, Heath, Hollingshead, Zwonitzer)
- Approved consent agenda (motion carried by Malm, Thompson, Heath, Hollingshead, Zwonitzer)
- Approved June 2025 warrants totaling $2,026,150.72 (motion carried by Malm, Heath, Hollingshead, Zwonitzer; Thompson recused)
- Approved subrecipient agreement for opioid settlement $499,869.33 (motion carried by all five commissioners)
- Approved FY26 victim services contract $140,000 (motion carried by all five commissioners)
- Approved contract modification with TC Solutions, LLC for $991,680.64 to continue Archer Sewer Connection Project (motion carried by all five commissioners)
- Approved inter‑county road maintenance agreement for Laramie County Rd 164 (motion carried by all five commissioners)
- Approved personnel concealed‑carry policy (motion carried by all five commissioners)
🗳️ How they voted (27 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Laramie County Planning Commission will hold public hearings to recommend the adoption of the 2025 Land Use Regulations and a new Planning and Development Fee Schedule. The body will also consider a zone district map amendment and specific land use requests.
- Recommendation to adopt the 2025 Laramie County Land Use Regulations
- Adoption of the Planning and Development Fee Schedule
- Amendment to the Unincorporated Laramie County Zone District Map
- Zone change from AR to CB for a portion of Section 36, T14N, R66W
- Review of the Archer Estates, 12th Filing Subdivision Permit and Plat
The commission unanimously approved a zone change for two parcels on Whitney Road, a subdivision permit for Archer Estates, the 2025 Laramie County Land Use Regulations, an amended unincorporated zone district map, and the 2025/2026 planning and development fee schedule. All motions passed with a 3‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 4:27 p.m.
- Approved minutes for June 12, 2025 (3-0)
- Approved zone change from AR to CB for 2607 and 2611 Whitney Road (3-0)
- Approved Archer Estates 12th Filing Subdivision Permit and Plat (3-0)
- Approved 2025 Laramie County Land Use Regulations (3-0)
- Approved amended Unincorporated Laramie County Zone District Map (3-0)
- Approved 2025/2026 Planning and Development Fee Schedule (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to the FY 25 county budget. It will also hear public comments and consider the FY 26 annual budget for Laramie County. A separate public hearing will review the FY 26 budget for the Laramie County Library, but no action is required.
- Public hearing on proposed amendments to the FY 25 county budget (Dept: County Clerk, Agent: Debra Lee, Applicant: Stanley Walker)
- Public hearing and consideration of the FY 26 annual budget for Laramie County (Dept: County Clerk, Agent: Debra Lee)
- Public hearing on the FY 26 annual budget for the Laramie County Library (no action required)
The commissioners approved the FY25 budget amendments with a vote of four ayes and one excused. They then approved the FY26 county budget, also by four ayes and one excused. The FY26 library budget was received and filed. No public comments were offered on any agenda item.
- Approved FY25 budget amendments (4 ayes, 1 excused)
- Approved FY26 county budget of $304,344,970 (4 ayes, 1 excused)
- FY26 Library budget received and filed
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Laramie County Board of Commissioners will vote on an addendum to the 2020 Carey Ave HVAC design contract with TRANE US, Inc for $421,596. The meeting also includes approvals for carpet replacement contracts, asset deletions, several board appointments, and public hearings on land‑use projects. Additional financial items include service agreements and grant purchases for the sheriff’s office.
- Addendum to Project Development Agreement for 2020 Carey Ave HVAC Design – $421,596 (TRANE US, Inc)
- Carpet replacement contracts for judges' chambers ($7,957) and back of courts ($36,721) – Carpet One Commercial Flooring, Inc
- Addendum to TRANE Service Agreement for 2025‑2028 – $396,425 (2025), $409,636 (2026), $421,925 (2027)
- Public hearing on CK Gold project site plan – land in Sects 25, 36, 28, 29, 32, 31, Laramie County
- Deletion and sale of county assets: 2017 John Deere motor grader, 2012 Ford Expedition, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu and Nissan Quest
The board approved several contracts, including a three‑year TRANE service agreement totaling $1,207,986, a $421,596 addendum for HVAC design at 2020 Carey Ave, and carpet replacement contracts for the judges' chambers ($7,957) and back of courts ($36,721). Asset deletions for a John Deere grader, a Ford Expedition, and other vehicles were also approved. The commissioners appointed members to multiple boards, such as the Community Juvenile Services Joint Powers Board and the Planning Commission.
- Approved TRANE Service Agreement 2025‑2028 ($396,425 for 2025, $409,636 for 2026, $421,925 for 2027) (Malm, Heath, Hollingshead, Zwonitzer)
- Approved addendum to Project Development Agreement for 2020 Carey Ave HVAC design ($421,596) (Malm, Heath, Hollingshead, Zwonitzer)
- Approved carpet replacement in judges' chambers ($7,957) (Malm, Heath, Hollingshead, Zwonitzer)
- Approved carpet replacement in back of courts ($36,721) (Malm, Heath, Hollingshead, Zwonitzer)
- Approved addendum to Coroner Air Balancing agreement with TRANE US, Inc ($5,344) (Malm, Heath, Hollingshead, Zwonitzer)
- Approved deletion of 2017 John Deere motor grader from Public Works inventory (Malm, Heath, Hollingshead, Zwonitzer)
- Approved appointment of Renee Hansen to Community Juvenile Services Joint Powers Board (Malm, Heath, Hollingshead, Zwonitzer)
- Approved appointment of Johnny J Tafoya II and Natacha Gaspar to Planning Commission (Malm, Heath, Hollingshead, Zwonitzer)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Planning Commission
The Laramie County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing for the Star Gardens Subdivision Permit and Plat. The body will also reconsider a zone change for the Winco Subdivision.
- Reconsideration of zone change from A-1 Agricultural and Rural Residential to CB Community Business for Tract 1 and Tract 2, Winco Subdivision
- Public hearing for the Star Gardens Subdivision Permit and Plat
The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the May 22, 2025 meeting (4‑0). It voted to recommend a zone change from A‑1 to CB for Tract 1 and Tract 2 of the Winco Subdivision to the County Board of Commissioners (4‑0). It also voted to recommend approval of the Star Gardens Subdivision Permit and Plat to the County Board of Commissioners (4‑0).
- Approved May 22, 2025 minutes (4-0)
- Recommended zone change A‑1 → CB for Winco Subdivision tracts 1 & 2 (4-0)
- Recommended approval of Star Gardens Subdivision Permit and Plat (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will review several subrecipient agreements for opioid settlement funds and various building maintenance contracts. The meeting includes public hearings on a fireworks permit, a subdivision plat, and a zoning change. The board will also consider warrants totaling $3,710,863.57 for May 2025.
- Opioid settlement awards of $89,085.26 for Recover Wyoming and $314,980 for Stride Learning Center
- Public hearing for a zone change from Medium Density Residential to Planned Unit Development for Cowboy Brew Subdivision and BT II First Subdivision
- Public hearing for a seasonal fireworks permit for Pyro City at 3115 W College Dr
- Agreement with B&W Glass not to exceed $9,445.95 for doors and framing at 2020 Carey Ave
- Grant application for $50,000 for a playground and picnic tables at Orchard Valley Recreation Area
The commissioners approved the May 2025 warrant issuance totaling $3,710,863.57 and a grant application for a $50,000 playground at Orchard Valley Recreation Area. They also approved several land‑use actions, including a subdivision permit for the Dea Subdivision, a zone change to Planned Unit Development for the Cowboy Brew Subdivision, and a fireworks permit with conditions. Additional contracts and agreements for county facilities and services were approved, and the amended Whitt's End Farmstand site plan was accepted with three conditions.
- Approved May 2025 warrants totaling $3,710,863.57 (Malm, Thompson, Heath, Hollingshead, Zwonitzer)
- Approved grant application for $50,000 playground at Orchard Valley (Malm, Thompson, Heath, Hollingshead, Zwonitzer)
- Approved subdivision permit for Dea Subdivision with no conditions (Malm, Thompson, Heath, Hollingshead, Zwonitzer)
- Approved zone change to PUD for Cowboy Brew Subdivision and RV park use (Malm, Thompson, Heath, Hollingshead, Zwonitzer)
- Approved fireworks permit for Pyro City with conditions (Malm, Thompson, Heath, Hollingshead, Zwonitzer)
- Approved amended Whitt's End Farmstand site plan with three conditions (vote not recorded)
- Approved B&W Glass agreement up to $9,445.95 for 2020 Carey Ave mezzanine (Malm, Thompson, Heath, Hollingshead, Zwonitzer)
- Approved lease addendum with TFM22, LLC for $10,778 per month janitorial services (Malm, Thompson, Heath, Hollingshead, Zwonitzer)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Planning Commission
The Laramie County Planning Commission will meet to consider a zone change for a portion of the SE ¼ of Section 20. The proposal seeks to change the land use from Agricultural and Rural Residential (A-1) to Community Business (CB).
- Public hearing for zone change from A-1 (Agricultural and Rural Residential) to CB (Community Business) for a portion of the SE ¼ of Section 20
The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the May 8, 2025 meeting by a 4‑0 vote. It also voted 4‑0 to recommend that the Laramie County Board of Commissioners approve a zone change from A‑1 (Agricultural and Rural Residential) to CB (Community Business) for the southeast quarter of Section 20, T14N, R66W, a 1.83‑acre parcel.
- Approved May 8, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Recommended approval of zone change from A‑1 to CB for SE ¼ of Section 20, T14N, R66W (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will vote on several contracts, including animal control services and legal representation for indigent parents. The body will also hold a public hearing for 2025-2026 liquor license renewals and review a transportation impact fee study.
- Opioid settlement subrecipient awards to six organizations totaling $2,178,888.81
- Animal control services agreement with the City of Cheyenne not to exceed $156,850
- Legal services agreement with Bennett Law Group, PC at a rate of $100/hour
- Grant application to Gary Sinise Foundation for $13,379 for crisis negotiator training
- Public hearing for 2025-2026 liquor license renewals for multiple venues
The commissioners approved the meeting minutes, the consent agenda, and several contracts and permits, including a $13,379 grant for a crisis negotiators conference and a legal services agreement at $100 per hour. They also approved a $2,178,888.81 opioid settlement award distribution to six local agencies, a $3,710 lease termination payment, a $156,850 animal‑control services agreement with Cheyenne, a $68,970 addendum to a work proposal, and the renewal of numerous liquor licenses.
- Approved May 6 minutes (unanimous 5‑0)
- Approved consent agenda (unanimous 5‑0)
- Approved $13,379 Gary Sinise Foundation grant (unanimous 5‑0)
- Approved legal services agreement at $100/hour (unanimous 5‑0)
- Approved $2,178,888.81 opioid settlement awards to six agencies (unanimous 5‑0)
- Approved $3,710 lease termination addendum to AIS (unanimous 5‑0)
- Approved up to $156,850 animal‑control services agreement with City of Cheyenne (unanimous 5‑0)
- Approved renewal of multiple liquor licenses for 2025‑2026 (unanimous 5‑0)
🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Laramie County Planning Commission will review a request to change the zoning of the Cowboy Brew Subdivision from medium‑density residential to a planned‑unit development. A public hearing will also be held on the Dea Subdivision permit and plat. The commission will approve the minutes from the April 24, 2025 meeting. No other items are listed.
- Zone change request for Cowboy Brew Subdivision: MR to PUD
- Public hearing on the Dea Subdivision permit and plat
- Approval of minutes from the April 24, 2025 meeting
The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the April 24, 2025 meeting by a 4‑0 vote. It voted 4‑0 to recommend that the Laramie County Board of Commissioners approve a zone change from Medium Density Residential to Planned Unit Development for the Cowboy Brew Subdivision (Tract 2) and BT II First Subdivision (Lot 2, Block 1). It also voted 4‑0 to recommend approval of the subdivision permit and plat for the Dea Subdivision (portion of the east half of Section 3, T16N, R67W).
- Approved minutes of April 24, 2025 (4-0)
- Recommended zone change MR→PUD for Cowboy Brew Subdivision, Tract 2 and BT II First Subdivision, Lot 2, Block 1 (4-0)
- Recommended approval of subdivision permit and plat for Dea Subdivision, E½ Section 3, T16N, R67W (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Laramie County Board of Commissioners will consider ratifying grant applications for cybersecurity software and suicide prevention materials, along with public hearings on land use changes and subdivision permits. The meeting will also address fee adjustments and various service agreements.
- Consideration of cybersecurity grant applications totaling $336,406.89
- Public hearing on a zone change for Terry Homesites
- Public hearings on subdivision permits for Frontier Tracts, Capitol Tracts, and Skyview Estates
- Consideration of a resolution to adopt 2025 Laramie County Land Use Regulations
- Consideration of a resolution to amend the unincorporated Laramie County zone district map
The Laramie County Board approved grant applications for cybersecurity tools, suicide‑prevention materials, and a law‑enforcement assistance program. It also approved several contract change orders, a fee‑schedule resolution, and public‑notice resolutions for the 2025 Land Use Regulations and a proposed amendment to the unincorporated zone map. All motions carried with unanimous support from the five commissioners.
- Approved grant application for Darktrace cybersecurity solution ($281,113.98)
- Approved grant application for Silverfort cybersecurity software ($55,292.91)
- Approved grant for suicide‑prevention materials for the Coroner's office ($2,500)
- Approved grant for LEAD program to address food insecurity ($1,500)
- Approved change order three with Capitol Roofing to replace roof at 2020 Carey ($7,900)
- Approved change order four with Capitol Roofing to replace roof at 2020 Carey ($12,600)
- Approved resolution adopting fee changes for health‑department services
- Approved public‑notice resolution to adopt 2025 Laramie County Land Use Regulations
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Planning Commission
The Laramie County Planning Commission will meet to approve minutes from a previous meeting and hold a public hearing to review and recommend a subdivision permit for the Capitol Tracts, 4th Filing.
- Approval of April 10, 2025 minutes
- Public hearing: Capitol Tracts, 4th Filing Subdivision Permit and Plat
The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the April 10, 2025 meeting by a 3‑0 vote. In a public hearing with no comments, the commission voted 3‑0 to recommend that the Laramie County Board of Commissioners approve the Subdivision Permit and Plat for the Capitol Tracts, 4th Filing, with one condition to update the plat. The recommendation includes adopting the staff’s findings of fact a, b, and c. The meeting adjourned at 3:36 p.m.
- Approved minutes of April 10, 2025 (3‑0)
- Recommended approval of Capitol Tracts Subdivision Permit and Plat, 4th Filing, with one condition (3‑0)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will consider several contract addendums for county facilities and employee benefits. The meeting includes public hearings regarding the adoption of the 2024 International Fire Code, land use changes, and multiple seasonal fireworks permits.
- Adoption of the 2024 International Fire Code
- Internet service addendum for Laramie County Senior Services Center ($31,600)
- Zone change from Medium Density Residential to Mixed Use for Cheyenne Irrigated Gardens
- Subdivision permit and plat for The Badlands
- Seasonal fireworks permit hearings for USA Fireworks, Wyoming Fireworks Warehouse, Jurassic Fireworks, and Artillery World
The Laramie County Board approved several contract addenda, a permit transfer for Wyoming Downs, multiple seasonal fireworks permits with conditions, appointed five members to the Board of Building Appeals, and adopted the 2024 International Fire Code with amendments. The board also approved a subdivision permit and plat for The Badlands development. All actions were approved by vote of the commissioners present.
- Approved April 1, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved $31,600 addendum with Clarity Telecom for senior services center internet
- Approved resolution transferring Wyoming Downs wagering permit (Chair recused)
- Approved seasonal fireworks permit for USA Fireworks with conditions
- Approved seasonal fireworks permit for Jurassic Fireworks with conditions
- Appointed five members to the Laramie County Board of Building Appeals
- Adopted the 2024 International Fire Code with proposed amendments
- Approved subdivision permit and plat for The Badlands development
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning Commission
The Laramie County Planning Commission will approve the March 27 minutes, adopt the 2024 International Fire Code, and hold public hearings on several subdivision and zoning proposals, including the Frontier Tracts subdivision and a zone change for Terry Homesites.
- Approve minutes from March 27, 2025
- Adopt 2024 International Fire Code
- Public hearing on subdivision permit and plat for Frontier Tracts (4th filing)
- Review zone change from MR to CB for Terry Homesites, Lot 10, Block 2
- Public hearing on subdivision permit and plat for Skyview Estates (3rd filing)
The commission adopted the 2024 International Fire Code with a 3‑0 vote. It also approved three development actions: a subdivision permit and plat for Frontier Tracts (4th filing) with a required non‑adverse Chapter 23 study, a zone change from Medium‑Density Residential to Community Business for Terry Homesites Lot 10, Block 2, and a subdivision permit and plat for Skyview Estates (3rd filing) with the staff‑report condition. The minutes from the March 27, 2025 meeting were approved, all by unanimous 3‑0 votes.
- Adopted 2024 International Fire Code (3-0)
- Approved Frontier Tracts Subdivision Permit & Plat, 4th filing, with DEQ Chapter 23 study condition (3-0)
- Approved zone change MR to CB for Terry Homesites Lot 10, Block 2 (3-0)
- Approved Skyview Estates Subdivision Permit & Plat, 3rd filing, with staff‑report condition (3-0)
- Approved minutes of March 27, 2025 meeting (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Laramie County Board of Commissioners will consider a range of items, including routine approvals such as minutes, leases, fee collections, and several public hearings for seasonal fireworks permits. Major decisions include a resolution to allow Wyoming Downs, LLC to conduct parimutuel wagering at Terry Ranch Business Park and a $16,218 contract with Codex Corp for an inmate management system at the Juvenile Services Center, with an annual renewal fee of $12,324. Additional items involve a water purchase agreement with Riata Water at $9.50 per thousand gallons, an amendment to a correctional health care contract with MedHealth, and various financial and administrative approvals.
- Resolution approving Wyoming Downs, LLC to conduct parimutuel wagering at Terry Ranch Business Park
- Agreement with Codex Corp (dba Guardian RFID) for a $16,218 inmate management system, annual renewal $12,324
- Water purchase agreement with Riata Water at $9.50 per one thousand gallons
- Lease agreement with Southeast WY RC Club remaining in effect through Dec 31, 2027
- Deletion from Public Works fixed asset inventory of two 2004 Peterbilt semis, a 2009 Peterbilt truck with water tank, a paver, and a 2013 pintle hook equipment trailer for sale
The commissioners approved several contracts and agreements, including a lease with Southeast WY RC Club, a water purchase deal with Riata Water, and contracts for inmate management and clerk queuing platforms. They also approved a resolution allowing Wyoming Downs, LLC to operate parimutuel wagering at Terry Ranch Business Park. Additional actions included asset deletions, fee and salary approvals, and the appointment of a solid‑waste district member. Fireworks permit hearings were postponed.
- Approved lease with Southeast WY RC Club (effective until Dec 31, 2027)
- Approved deletion of two 2004 Peterbilt semis, a 2009 Peterbilt truck, a paver, and a 2013 pintle hook trailer for sale
- Approved water purchase agreement with Riata Water at $9.50 per 1,000 gallons
- Approved $16,218 contract with Codex Corp (Guardian RFID) for juvenile services inmate tracking system
- Approved $14,883 addendum with QLess, Inc. for mobile queuing platform in the Clerk's office
- Approved resolution permitting Wyoming Downs, LLC to conduct parimutuel wagering at Terry Ranch Business Park
- Approved appointment of Dennis Michaud to Eastern Laramie County Solid Waste Disposal District (term through Mar 31, 2028)
- Postponed three seasonal fireworks permit hearings (Jurassic Fireworks and Artillery World Fireworks)
🗳️ How they voted (20 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Laramie County Planning Commission will conduct public hearings regarding a zone change and a subdivision permit. The body will also address a withdrawn application for a development plan.
- Public hearing for zone change from Medium Density Residential to Mixed Use for E ½ of Tract 20, Cheyenne Irrigated Gardens
- Public hearing for review and recommendation of The Badlands Subdivision Permit and Plat in Section 34, Township 16 North, Range 67 West
- Withdrawal of application for the Juniper Estates Preliminary Development Plan in NW ¼ of Section 10, T 12N, R 66W
The commission approved the minutes from the Jan 23, 2025 meeting (vote 4‑0). It recommended a zone change from Medium Density Residential to Mixed Use for 2118 Persons Road (vote 4‑0). It also recommended approval of the Badlands Subdivision Permit and Plat to the Board of County Commissioners (vote 4‑0). The Juniper Estates Preliminary Development Plan application was withdrawn by the applicant.
- Approved minutes of Jan 23, 2025 meeting (4‑0)
- Recommended zone change MR to MU for 2118 Persons Road (4‑0)
- Recommended approval of Badlands subdivision permit and plat (4‑0)
- Application withdrawn for Juniper Estates Preliminary Development Plan
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will consider several service agreements for inmate tracking, software, and legal representation. The meeting includes public hearings for fireworks permits and the review of multiple catering permits for liquor sales.
- Public hearings for yearly fireworks permits at 227 I-25 Service Rd East, 239 I-25 Service Rd East, and 237 I-25 Service Rd, Bldg A
- Agreement with Codex Corp (Guardian RFID) for inmate management and tracking for $41,142
- Software as a service agreement with Zasio Enterprises, Inc for $31,945
- Legal services agreement with Law Office of Shelly Kay Flot, PC at $100/hour
- Addendum to master agency agreement with Alcohol Monitoring Systems, Inc (SCRAM Systems) for DUI Court monitoring through March 17, 2028
The Board approved yearly fireworks permits for Phantom Fireworks at two locations and for Artillery World Fireworks, with the first two subject to new restrictions on road right-of-way activity, amplified sound, and harassment. The Artillery World permit was denied after a motion to approve failed unanimously, amid discussion of ongoing litigation and alleged harassment by the applicant's father. Other approvals included a SCRAM Systems contract addendum, three catering permits, a legal services agreement, and software/service agreements.
- Approved addendum with SCRAM Systems for DUI Court monitoring through March 17, 2028 (unanimous)
- Approved three catering permits for Hell on Wheels Package Liquors (unanimous)
- Approved legal services agreement with Law Office of Shelly Kay Flot, PC at $100/hour (4-0, Heath recused)
- Approved $31,945 master software agreement with Zasio Enterprises (unanimous)
- Approved $41,142 agreement with Guardian RFID for inmate management system (unanimous)
- Approved yearly fireworks permit for Phantom Fireworks at 227 I-25 Service Rd East with restrictions (unanimous)
- Approved yearly fireworks permit for Phantom Fireworks Showrooms at 239 I-25 Service Rd East with restrictions (unanimous)
- Denied yearly fireworks permit for Artillery World Fireworks at 237 I-25 Service Rd, Bldg A (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (14 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will review several entertainment contracts for the Laramie County Fair and a grant application for Sheriff's office equipment. The meeting includes a public hearing on the vacation of Rd 103 and the approval of February warrants totaling $4,627,504.12.
- Agreement with Great Western Installation for $201,221.53 for playground equipment at North Clear Creek Park
- Public hearing regarding the vacation of Rd 103
- Warrants for February 2025 in the amount of $4,627,504.12
- Grant application to Spirit of Blue Foundation for $15,000 for five fingerprint scanners
- Fair entertainment contracts including Action Entertainment ($14,000), KCG Entertainment ($14,700), and Barnology, LLC ($8,400)
The Board approved the consent agenda, including grant policy updates, a $15,000 grant application for fingerprint scanners, and multiple Laramie County Fair entertainment contracts. They also approved $4,627,504.12 in February warrants (with Commissioner Thompson recused), a resolution designating the Cheyenne America 250 Commission, and the vacation of Rd 103 after a public hearing. The FY24 audit was received with a clean opinion, and a legal services agreement was postponed to March 18.
- Approved consent agenda including grant policy handbook update (4-0)
- Approved $15,000 grant application to Spirit of Blue Foundation for fingerprint scanners (consent)
- Approved fair contracts: Action Entertainment $14,000, Alpacaglobo $6,120, Barnology $8,400, WCC Enterprises $7,700, KCG Entertainment addendum $14,700 (consent)
- Postponed legal services agreement with Shelly Kay Flot, PC to March 18 (4-0)
- Approved $4,627,504.12 in Feb 2025 warrants (3-0, Thompson recused)
- Received FY24 audit with clean opinion, no findings
- Approved resolution designating Cheyenne America 250 Commission as official county commission (4-0)
- Approved vacation of Rd 103 after public hearing with no objections (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (19 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Laramie County Board of Commissioners will review minutes from the February 4 meeting and ratify several cooperative agreements, including the Adult Diversion Program and a $175,000 wildfire defense grant. They will vote on a $546,689.58 grant application to the Wyoming Department of Transportation for an advanced impaired‑driving detection program for the Sheriff’s Office. Additional items include a sanitary‑sewer agreement for the Archer Complex, several resolutions, and two public hearings on land‑use projects.
- Ratify cooperative agreement for the Laramie County Adult Diversion Program through Jan 2028
- Approve subaward of $175,000 (plus $17,554 match) from the 2024 Community Wildfire Defense grant
- Approve $546,689.58 grant application to WYDOT for an Advanced Impaired Driving Detection Training program for the Sheriff’s Office
- Approve sanitary‑sewer agreement between Cheyenne Board of Public Utilities and Laramie County for the Archer Complex
- Public hearing on the site plan for Eberle RV Stalls at Tract 40, Triple Crown Estates
The board approved the Eberle RV Stalls site plan at Tract 30, Triple Crown Estates, with an added condition that the site plan is tied to Eberle ownership. The vote was 4-1, with Commissioner Hollingshead dissenting. The board also approved a subdivision permit for Pee-Wee Ponderosa Subdivision with a culvert condition, and approved several consent agenda items including a $175,000 wildfire defense grant and a $546,689.58 DRE grant application.
- Approved Eberle RV Stalls site plan with ownership condition (4-1)
- Approved Pee-Wee Ponderosa Subdivision permit and plat with culvert condition (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including $175,000 Community Wildfire Defense grant (5-0)
- Approved FFY26 DRE grant application for $546,689.58 (5-0)
- Approved $300,000 Civilworx capital improvement plan agreement (5-0)
- Approved resolution to adopt 2024 International Fire Code (5-0)
- Approved sanitary sewer agreement with Cheyenne Board of Public Utilities (5-0)
- Approved corrected motion attaching PUD documents to Terry Ranch zone change (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of County Commissioners
The Laramie County Board of Commissioners will consider the minutes from the Jan 21 meeting and several resolutions, including the conversion of 307 Horse Racing, Inc. to an LLC. They will approve multiple agreements and contracts, such as a legal services agreement at $100/hour, a $16,450 addendum for the 2025 Sportsman's Expo, and a $5,945,744 BUILD grant application for road and infrastructure upgrades. The board will also review permits, fee collections, warrants, and hold public hearings on zoning changes and a subdivision plat.
- Ratify resolution converting 307 Horse Racing, Inc. to 307 Horse Racing, LLC
- Approve $16,450 addendum with Montana Premiere Entertainment for the 2025 Sportsman's Expo
- Approve $110,400 CMAQ subgrant for dust suppression on five miles of County Rd 146
- Ratify $5,945,744 BUILD grant application for Division Ave and Wallick Rd infrastructure project
- Public hearing on mixed‑use zone change for Gleich Tracts (Tracts 1, 2, 3, 5)
The Board approved all consent agenda items, including a $5.9M BUILD grant application, a $110,400 CMAQ grant for dust suppression, and a $46,857 Byrne JAG grant. They also approved three zone changes (Gleich Tracts, Cheyenne Irrigated Gardens) and the Recco Ranch subdivision with amended road standards. Warrants totaling $4,921,664.06 were approved with Commissioner Thompson recused.
- Approved consent agenda including 307 Horse Racing LLC conversion, SAS Legal Group agreement, and multiple grants (unanimous)
- Approved $5,945,744 BUILD grant application for Division Ave/Wallick Rd project (unanimous)
- Approved $110,400 CMAQ grant with $27,600 match for dust suppression on County Rd 146 (unanimous)
- Approved $46,857 Byrne JAG subgrantee agreement with Cheyenne (unanimous)
- Approved $4,921,664.06 in Jan 2025 warrants (4-0, Thompson recused)
- Approved zone change for Gleich Tracts from AR to MU (unanimous)
- Approved Recco Ranch subdivision with amended road standards (unanimous)
- Approved zone change for Cheyenne Irrigated Gardens from LI to MU (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (23 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Laramie County Planning Commission will consider a subdivision permit and plat for the Pee-Wee Ponderosa Subdivision. The body will also review amended motions regarding zone changes for Cheyenne Irrigated Gardens and Terry Ranch Business Park.
- Public hearing for Pee-Wee Ponderosa Subdivision permit and plat
- Amended motion for zone change from Light Industrial to Mixed Use for Cheyenne Irrigated Gardens, Tract 2
- Amended motion for zone change from Land Use to Planned Unit Development for Terry Ranch Business Park (Tracts 1-4) and Terry Park (Lot 1, Block 1)
The Laramie County Planning Commission approved a zone change from LI to MU for Tract 2 of Cheyenne Irrigated Gardens, corrected a prior resolution to attach PUD documents for Terry Ranch Business Park, and recommended approval of the Pee-Wee Ponderosa Subdivision plat with conditions. All votes were 4-0 with one member absent.
- Approved zone change from LI to MU for Tract 2, Cheyenne Irrigated Gardens (4-0)
- Approved corrected motion to attach PUD documents to resolution for Terry Ranch Business Park zone change (4-0)
- Recommended approval of Pee-Wee Ponderosa Subdivision plat with two conditions (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Laramie County Board of Commissioners will consider minutes from previous meetings, a consent agenda of several agreements and grant resolutions, multiple catering and event permits, and public hearings on road right-of-way vacations. Items include a $17,700 contract with The Adventure Zone for fair attractions, a $44,722.20 grant request to the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation for AEDs, and a $61,863 Department of Justice grant for duty gear, overtime and training for the Sheriff’s office and Cheyenne Police Department. The board will also vote on rescinding Stage 1 fire restrictions and a memorandum of understanding for road construction with TGE Wyoming 222, LLC.
- Agreement with The Adventure Zone, Inc. for $17,700 to provide games at the Laramie County Fair
- Grant application to Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation for $44,722.20 to purchase 20 AEDs for the Sheriff’s office
- Department of Justice grant award of $61,863 for sheriff and Cheyenne Police Department gear, overtime and training
- MOU with WY Dept of Transportation for signage purchase and installation across the county
- Public hearing on vacation of 80‑ft right‑of‑way on Rd 103 (BCH CR 10 and McLees Rd)
The board denied a request to vacate a portion of Knowlwood Rd after the viewer recommended denial for public safety reasons, including the need for secondary access. They approved the consent agenda, including agreements for the county fair, an MOU with WYDOT, grant applications, and catering permits. They also approved a road construction MOU with TGE Wyoming 222, LLC, and a dog boarding kennel application.
- Denied vacation of Knowlwood Rd right-of-way (4-0)
- Approved $17,700 agreement with The Adventure Zone, Inc for county fair (consent)
- Ratified MOU with WY Dept of Transportation for signage (consent)
- Approved grant application to Firehouse Subs for $44,722.20 for 20 AEDs (consent)
- Accepted $61,863 DOJ Byrne JAG grant (consent)
- Approved catering permits for Vinos Wine and Spirits and The Knotty Pine Saloon (consent)
- Approved microbrewery permit for Blue Raven Brewery (consent)
- Approved MOU with TGE Wyoming 222, LLC for Chalk Bluff Rd reconstruction (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (15 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners is holding a special meeting to review a resolution. The board will consider whether to approve an operational expansion for Wyoming Horse Racing, LLC.
- Resolution to approve Wyoming Horse Racing, LLC expansion at 5640 High Plains Rd.
The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved a resolution allowing Wyoming Horse Racing, LLC to expand its operations at 5640 High Plains Rd. The applicant must still obtain final approval from the Wyoming Gaming Commission. Public comment raised concerns about transparency, money laundering, and water, but the board voted 5-0 in favor.
- Approved Wyoming Horse Racing, LLC expansion at 5640 High Plains Rd (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission
The Laramie County Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two zone changes to Mixed Use and one subdivision permit. The body will also consider the approval of minutes from the December 12, 2024, meeting.
- Public hearing for zone change from Light Industrial to Mixed Use for a portion of Tract 17, Cheyenne Irrigated Gardens, 3rd Filing
- Public hearing for zone change from Agricultural Residential to Mixed Use for Tracts 1, 2, 3, and 5, Gleich Tracts
- Public hearing for a Subdivision Permit and Plat for Recco Ranch in the NW 1/4 of Section 11, Township 14N, Range 65W
The Laramie County Planning Commission voted 3-0 to recommend approval of two zone changes (LI to MU for Cheyenne Irrigated Gardens, and AR to MU for Gleich Tracts) and a subdivision permit for Recco Ranch, all to the Board of County Commissioners. The commission also approved the December 12, 2024 minutes. No public comments were received on any item.
- Approved minutes of December 12, 2024 (3-0)
- Recommended zone change LI to MU for Cheyenne Irrigated Gardens, 3rd Filing (3-0)
- Recommended zone change AR to MU for Gleich Tracts, with condition to address agency comments (3-0)
- Recommended subdivision permit and plat for Recco Ranch, with two conditions (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will elect a new Chairman and Vice Chairman for 2025. The body is also considering several event contracts, liquor permits, and a joint agreement with the City of Cheyenne to create a Human Services Advisory Council.
- Public hearing on the adoption of the 2024 International Building Codes
- Public hearing for a zone change from Mixed Use to Light Industrial for Stundon Tracts, 2nd Filing
- Agreement with General Medical Devices, Inc for 12 AEDs not to exceed $19,140
- Agreement with City of Cheyenne to provide $10,500 annually for four years to United Way for a Human Services Advisory Council
- Consideration of warrants in the amount of $4,775,338.99 for December 2024
The Board approved three resolutions allowing Cowboy Racing, LLC to conduct parimutuel wagering at 1720 Cleveland Ave, 1734 Meadowland Dr, and 714 W 20th St in Cheyenne, despite public opposition to the Cleveland Ave site. The board also approved the consent agenda, including agreements for AEDs, leases, and event permits, and adopted the 2024 International Building Codes. A zone change and subdivision plat were approved, and the board elected Gunnar Malm as Chairman and Troy Thompson as Vice Chairman for 2025.
- Elected Gunnar Malm as Chairman and Troy Thompson as Vice Chairman for 2025 (4-0, Thompson excused)
- Approved parimutuel wagering resolution for 714 W 20th St (4-0, Thompson excused)
- Approved parimutuel wagering resolution for 1734 Meadowland Dr (4-0, Thompson excused)
- Approved parimutuel wagering resolution for 1720 Cleveland Ave (4-0, Thompson excused)
- Approved consent agenda including $19,140 AED purchase, leases, and event permits (4-0, Thompson excused)
- Approved $4,775,338.99 in warrants for Dec 2024 (4-0, Thompson excused)
- Approved adoption of 2024 International Building Codes (4-0, Thompson excused)
- Approved zone change from MU to LI for Tract 1, Stundon Tracts (4-0, Thompson excused)