Rock Springs, Wyoming

City Council Meeting

The Rock Springs City Council will consider several resolutions, including a budget revision for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. Other items include adopting an AI usage policy for the Housing Authority, approving a drainage easement for the Killpecker Creek Detention Basin Project, and authorizing a police fleet vehicle lease. The council will also review permits for local events and a request to close a street for a business anniversary celebration.

• Resolution 2026-98: approve a budget revision for FY ending June 30, 2026
• Resolution 2026-95: adopt an Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage Policy for the Rock Springs Housing Authority
• Resolution 2026-97: accept a Drainage Easement deed from Union Telephone Company for the Killpecker Creek Detention Basin Project
• Request from Police Department to bid a lease agreement for police fleet vehicles
• Request from Stellar Cellar to close North Front Street (Elk St to J St) on Oct 3, 2026 for an anniversary celebration

City Council Meeting

The Rock Springs City Council will consider a contract with JFC Engineers & Surveyors for the 2027 Miscellaneous Utility Project, valued at $437,554.50. It will also vote on service and memorandum agreements for public transit, health services, economic development, and a commercial fiber‑internet upgrade for the housing authority. Additional items include a public hearing on revised Section 8 housing policies and routine bills and claims.

• Resolution 2026-91: Contract for Professional Services with JFC Engineers & Surveyors, $437,554.50 for the 2027 Miscellaneous Utility Project
• Resolution 2026-87: Service Agreement with Sweetwater County Transit Authority (STAR) for transit services, $45,900 for FY 2026‑27
• Resolution 2026-88: Service Agreement with Sweetwater County District Board of Health, $60,000 for FY 2026‑27
• Resolution 2026-89: Memorandum of Understanding with Rock Springs Chamber of Commerce, $20,000 for FY 2027 economic development effort
• Resolution 2026-86: Commercial Access Agreement between All West/Utah, Inc. and the Rock Springs Housing Authority for public‑housing fiber internet upgrades

City Council Meeting

The Rock Springs City Council will hold public hearings on the proposed budget for fiscal year 2026‑2027 and on proposed water and sewer use fee increases. Several resolutions will be considered, including fire department grant requests, a contract for atmospheric monitoring equipment, and a zoning amendment for a parcel on Yellowstone Road. The meeting also includes routine reports, appointments, and other administrative items.

• Public Hearing on the Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2026‑2027 (Resolution #2026-68)
• Public Hearing on Proposed Water and Sewer Use Fee Increases (Resolutions #2026-69 and #2026-70)
• Fire Department request for Assistance to Firefighters Grant to replace SCBA equipment, $693,301.18
• Contract with Farrwest Environmental Supply, Inc. for atmospheric monitoring equipment, $16,855.29 (Resolution #2026-76)
• Ordinance amending the Official Zoning Map: change 15.03‑acre parcel at 3037 Yellowstone Road from I‑2 to I‑1 (Resolution #2026-07)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will vote on several resolutions, including a budget revision and a professional services contract for a water reclamation site. The body will also consider a zoning change for a 15.03-acre parcel and a new ordinance regarding simulcasting and pari-mutuel wagering.

• Contract with HDR Engineering, Inc. for Water Reclamation Facility Surface Disposal Site design not to exceed $146,770
• Zoning change from Heavy Industrial (I-2) to Light Industrial (I-1) for 15.03 acres at 3037 Yellowstone Road
• Wyoming Business Council Grant for 'Rooted in Rock Springs' campaign in the amount of $10,000
• U.S. Bureau of Justice Assistance Grant for Bulletproof Vest Partnership in the amount of $4,491.59
• Ordinance creating Chapter 119 to establish a local approval process for simulcasting and pari-mutuel wagering

City Council Meeting

The Rock Springs City Council will hold public hearings on the utility allowance schedule for public housing and a zoning amendment for 3037 Yellowstone Road. The council will consider several grant applications, including a $2,778,750 Safe Streets for All Implementation Grant, a $300,000 Wyoming State Forestry Grant, and a $926,250 matching‑funds request. Resolutions will be reviewed for contracts such as a $7,500 social media management agreement and a $97,177.71 drug‑trafficking task‑force contract. Ordinances on personnel leave, zoning, and simulcasting will also be considered.

• Request to apply for a $2,778,750 Safe Streets for All Implementation Grant
• Request to apply for a $300,000 Wyoming State Forestry Grant
• Public hearing on amending the Official Zoning Map for 3037 Yellowstone Road (15.03 acres) from Heavy Industrial (I-2) to Light Industrial (I-1)
• Resolution to accept a $7,500 contract with SocialSignIn, Inc. for a social media management platform
• Ordinance amending personnel policies for jury duty/court leave and creating legislative leave

Special City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider the approval of the preliminary budget for the period ending June 30, 2027. The meeting also includes presentations regarding water issues and the Overland Stage Stampede Adaptive Rodeo.

• Approval of the Preliminary Budget for the period ending June 30, 2027
• Presentation on Colorado River Compact/Water Issues by Bryan Seppie
• Presentation on Overland Stage Stampede Adaptive Rodeo by Chris Thomas
• Proclamation for Mental Health Awareness Month
• Proclamation for Tennis Month

The council held a special meeting on May 13, 2026. Presentations covered the Colorado River Compact water issues, the Overland Stage Stampede Adaptive Rodeo, Mental Health Awareness Month, and Tennis Month. The agenda listed approval of the preliminary budget for the period ending June 30, 2027, but the minutes do not record a vote or decision. No other actions were documented.

City Council Meeting

The Rock Springs City Council will hold a public hearing on a request to amend the Master Land Use Plan, changing a parcel near Summit and Northpark Drive from Low Density Residential to Rural Estates. The council will consider several resolutions, including filling a vacant Fire Marshal position, disposing of surplus property, and approving multiple infrastructure contracts ranging from $78,544 to $1,216,835. Ordinances updating ward boundaries and personnel leave policies will also be adopted.

• Public hearing to amend the Master Land Use Plan, adding Rural Estates designation near Summit and Northpark Drive (Resolution #2026-40)
• Contract with R&D Sweeping & Asphalt Maintenance, LC for 2026 Overlay Project, $1,216,835.00 (Resolution #2026-43)
• Contract with DeBernardi Construction Company, Inc. for 2026 Concrete Replacement Phase I, $405,800.00 (Resolution #2026-44)
• Contract with Waterboys Construction, LLC for Century West Splashpad Project, $474,870.00 (Resolution #2026-45)
• Ordinance amending city ward boundaries to meet equal‑population requirements (Ordinance 2026-05)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings on the sale of the First Security Bank Building and a joint justice assistance grant. The body is also reviewing several airport fund transfers and a new labor agreement for firefighters.

• Proposed sale of First Security Bank Building (502 and 504 South Main Street) to Kody Watts for $75,000
• Contract with Weed Management Solutions, LLC for 2026 Weed Mitigation Program for $148,000.52
• Transfer of $1,054,534.00 in FAA funds from Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport to Laramie Regional Airport
• Purchase of a water truck from Fremont Motor Company Lander Wyoming for $63,329.00
• 2026-2028 Collective Labor Agreement with International Association of Firefighters Local 1499

City Council Meeting

City Council Meeting

The Rock Springs City Council meeting will include routine reports and proclamations. New business items include a request to re‑bid the Century West Park splash pad, a $20,000 historic preservation grant for the Rock Springs Historical Museum, and a $92,000 contract for targeted grazing along Killpecker Creek. The council will also consider a road‑closure request for a June 6 street party, liquor‑catering permits for an April music tournament, and two ordinance amendments that would let the city set occupational‑tax and peddler fees by fee schedule.

• $92,000 contract with LS5 Livestock Company for targeted grazing along Killpecker Creek
• $20,000 Wyoming Historic Preservation Grant request for exterior work on the Rock Springs Historical Museum
• Request to re‑bid the Century West Park Splash Pad Project
• Road‑closure request for South Main (C Street to Bank Court) for a June 6 street party
• Ordinance amendments to allow the city to set occupational‑tax and peddler fees via the fee schedule

City Council Meeting

The City Council will review a proposal for water play features at Century West Park and a budget revision for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. The body is also considering ordinances to update occupational and peddler tax fees. Additionally, business owners on North Front Street are requesting a reconsideration of the Main Street Market relocation layout.

• Proposal from Rain Drop for Century West Park Splashpad Project: $382,575.16
• Request for Urban Renewal Agency to apply for a $10,000 Community Economic Growth Grant
• 1st Reading of Ordinance to allow occupation tax fees to be set by the City Fee Schedule
• 1st Reading of Ordinance to allow peddler fees to be set by the City Fee Schedule
• Request to bid the 2026 Weed Mitigation Contract

City Council Meeting

The Rock Springs City Council will conduct a public hearing on applications to renew microbrewery, winery, restaurant, retail, limited, bar & grill, and resort liquor licenses for the period April 1, 2026 through March 31, 2027. The council will also consider a third‑reading ordinance to reduce setbacks for accessory utility or storage structures, several staffing and procurement requests, and a series of resolutions including a concession stand rental agreement at the Paul J. Wataha Recreation Area Ballfield Complex. Additional items include a request to close a parking strip on North Front Street for the 2026 Main Street Market season and a request for three liquor catering permits for the Mule Deer Days event.

• Public hearing on renewal of microbrewery, winery, restaurant, retail, limited, bar & grill, and resort liquor licenses (April 1 2026 – March 31 2027)
• 3rd reading of ordinance amending Chapter 157, Section 157.132(C) to reduce setbacks for accessory utility/storage structures
• Resolution approving a concession stand rental agreement with Nell’s at the Paul J. Wataha Recreation Area Ballfield Complex
• Resolution to close the parking strip along the south side of North Front Street for the Main Street Market season (July 9 – September 3 2026)
• Request to bid a ¾‑ton pickup with utility bed for the Water Department

City Council Meeting

The council will consider several approvals, including a $25,000 fireworks contract for a July 4 display and a professional services agreement up to $660,747 with Sunrise Engineering for the Bitter Creek Restoration Segment 3 design. A land‑use map amendment will change a .609‑acre parcel near Marchant Street and Adams Avenue from high‑density to low‑density residential. The meeting also includes a public hearing on three retail liquor license transfers for Maverik locations and requests to bid infrastructure projects such as the 2026 Overlay and Concrete Replacement Phase I.

• Approval of a $25,000 fireworks production contract with Fireworks West Internationale for July 4, 2026
• Approval of a professional services contract up to $660,747 with Sunrise Engineering for Bitter Creek Restoration Segment 3 final design
• Amendment of the Official Land Use Map changing a .609‑acre parcel near Marchant Street and Adams Avenue from high‑density to low‑density residential
• Public hearing on three applications for transfer of retail liquor licenses for Maverik locations at 1806 Elk St, 1540 9th St, and 3910 Foothill Blvd
• Request to bid the 2026 Overlay, 2026 Concrete Replacement Phase I, and 2026 Crack Seal Phase I projects

City Council Meeting

The Rock Springs City Council will consider repealing several outdated city ordinances and approving contracts for fuel, uniforms, and a fire apparatus sale. The body will also vote on zoning changes and grant awards.

• Repeal of ordinances regarding indecent dress, dance halls, and spitting on sidewalks
• Resolution to approve a $7,500 grant for the Rock Springs Historical Museum
• Resolution to approve the sale of retired fire apparatus 'Engine 2'
• Ordinance to amend zoning near Marchant Street and Adams Avenue
• Ordinance to reduce setbacks for detached garages not exceeding 200 square feet

City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning map amendment and consider the second reading of multiple ordinances to repeal outdated city laws. The body will also vote on a grant for park improvements and a lease extension for the Broadway Theater.

• Public hearing for zoning change from R-5 to R-2 for 0.609 acres near Marchant Street and Adams Avenue
• Resolution to accept a $69,529.00 Wyoming Community Foundation grant for Blairtown Park Playground Replacement
• Resolution to extend the Broadway Theater main lobby lease to March 31, 2036
• Second reading of ordinances to repeal laws regarding movie ratings, dance halls, and spitting on sidewalks
• Appointment of Josh Bellamy to the Police Civil Service Commission