Rock Springs public meetings in 2021

City Council Meeting

The Rock Springs City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on replacing the Administrative Plan for the Section 8 Voucher Program. They will also consider several resolutions, including filling police officer positions with COPS grant funding, a contract for playground equipment at Bunning Park, and an opioid settlement agreement. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval, financial reports, and correspondence.

• Public hearing on proposed changes to the Section 8 Voucher Program Administrative Plan
• Resolution 2021-168: $1,800 performance agreement with Marc Berger for a 90-minute show on April 23, 2022
• Resolution 2021-169: $44,331.71 contract with Playcore Wisc for playground equipment at Bunning Park
• Resolution 2021-170: Final plat approval for Volcic Subdivision, a 65.60-acre tract near Foothill Boulevard
• Resolution 2021-172: OneWyo Opioid Settlement Memorandum of Agreement

City Council Meeting

The Rock Springs City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on revised Admissions & Continued Occupancy Policies for the Housing Authority, along with resolutions on pay increases for long-serving employees, a $250,000 COPS grant, a lease for an Apricot Lane Boutique, and a $18,000 facade grant. The council will also consider filling a water reclamation position, applying for firefighter grants, and authorizing repairs to a fire-damaged unit.

• Public hearing and resolution on revised Housing Authority Admissions & Continued Occupancy Policy
• Resolution 2021-162: pay increases to maximum for department heads and non-bargaining employees with 7+ years in current pay range
• Resolution 2021-163: accept $250,000 COPS Hiring Program grant
• Resolution 2021-164: lease to Mike and Blair Aimone for Apricot Lane Boutique at First Security Bank Building
• Resolution 2021-166: $18,000 Main Street Façade grant for Rock Springs Historical Museum stonework

City Council Meeting

The City Council will review several ordinances regarding daytime curfews, safety belt enforcement, and mobile vendor regulations. The meeting also includes a public hearing on flat rental amounts for public housing units.

• Public hearing regarding flat rental amounts for each public housing unit
• Resolution 2021-156: Revising the Rock Springs Housing Authority Flat Rent Schedule
• Ordinance 2021-15: Amending daytime curfew to match school hours
• Ordinance 2021-16: Amending motor vehicle operations to enforce safety belt use
• Ordinance 2021-17: Creating regulations for mobile vendors

The council approved a revised flat rent schedule for public housing units, an open-end vehicle lease with Enterprise Fleet Management, and employee Christmas bonuses. It also passed ordinances on daytime curfew, seat belts, and mobile vendor regulations, and approved several resolutions including a collective bargaining agreement addendum.

• Approved revised flat rent schedule for public housing units (Resolution 2021-156)
• Approved vehicle lease with Enterprise Fleet Management (Resolution 2021-157)
• Approved employee Christmas bonuses
• Approved ASO group reopening and plan changes with Blue Cross Blue Shield (Resolution 2021-158)
• Approved collective bargaining agreement addendum with UMWA (Resolution 2021-159)
• Approved transportation program amendment extending term (Resolution 2021-160)
• Passed ordinance amending daytime curfew to match school schedule (2021-15)
• Passed ordinance enforcing seat belt use (2021-16)

City Council Meeting

The Rock Springs City Council will review several ordinances, including updates to daytime curfew and mobile vendor regulations. The meeting also includes decisions on city employee health insurance rates and a highway overpass agreement amendment.

• Resolution 2021-153: Amendment to highway overpass agreement increasing costs from $156,000 to $209,823
• Resolution 2021-155: Grant award of $24,406.41 for P-25 compliant radios
• Ordinance 2021-14: Rezoning 11.969 acres near Stagecoach Boulevard from R-1 to R-3/CD
• Health insurance rate and contribution recommendations for HRA and HSA plans
• Ordinance 2021-15: Updating daytime curfew to match school district hours

City Council Meeting

The Rock Springs City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a public hearing on a proposed mobile establishment regulation ordinance, a third reading to prohibit intentional feeding of deer, elk, and antelope, and a second reading to rezone 11.969 acres near Stagecoach Boulevard. The council will also vote on filling vacant positions, a new playground for Bunning Park, and multiple resolutions including a $99,781.21 homeland security grant.

• Public hearing on Mobile Establishment Regulation Ordinance #2021-17
• Ordinance 2021-13 (3rd reading): Prohibits intentional feeding of deer, elk, and antelope
• Ordinance 2021-14 (2nd reading): Rezone 11.969 acres near Stagecoach Boulevard from R-1 to R-3/CD
• Resolution 2021-149: Accept $99,781.21 Wyoming Office of Homeland Security grant
• Request to bid new playground for Bunning Park

City Council Meeting

The Rock Springs City Council will hold a public hearing and first reading of an ordinance to rezone 11.969 acres near Stagecoach Boulevard from low-density residential to conditional medium-density residential. The council will also vote on several resolutions, including a $61,563 grant for Bunning Park playground improvements, and consider requests from the police department to fill a vacant position and bid vehicle leases.

• Public hearing and 1st reading of Ordinance 2021-14: rezone 11.969 acres near Stagecoach Blvd from R-1 to R-3/CD
• Resolution 2021-144: accept $61,563 grant from Wyoming Community Foundation for Bunning Park Playground/Civic Center Inflatable Amenities Project
• Resolution 2021-142: support Amtrak passenger rail expansion and restoration of Pioneer Route
• Police Dept requests: fill vacant Animal Control Officer I position; bid lease agreements for trucks and police vehicles
• 3rd readings of ordinances 2021-09 through 2021-12 (plumbing/sewer, water service, personnel policies, animal control consistency)

City Council Meeting

The Rock Springs City Council will consider the Fiscal Year 2022 Final Budget, a request to fill a vacant Parking and Nuisance Control Officer I position, and several other items including liquor license transfers and a new ordinance prohibiting intentional feeding of deer, elk, and antelope. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, appointments, and bills.

• Approval of FY2022 Final Budget
• Fill vacant Parking and Nuisance Control Officer I position
• Liquor license transfer to Green River for Ciner Services Awards Banquet (Nov 5, 4 p.m.–midnight, Expedition Island Pavilion)
• Alcohol permit for SweetwaterNow's Fall into Fall Festival (Oct 9, 11 a.m.–3 p.m., Bunning Park)
• 1st reading: Ordinance prohibiting intentional feeding of deer, elk, and antelope

City Council Meeting

The Rock Springs City Council will hold public hearings and vote on resolutions authorizing the demolition of a public housing duplex at 1405 Thompson Street, approving the preliminary plat for the Volcic Subdivision, and accepting several contracts and grants, including highway safety sub-awards and Broadway Theater performances. The council will also consider ordinances on zoning, water/sewer billing, personnel policies, and animal control, plus fill a vacant police officer position and allow a food truck at Wyoming Cowboys games.

• Public hearing and resolution for demolition of duplex at 1405 Thompson Street (Resolution 2021-125)
• Preliminary plat approval for Volcic Subdivision (Resolution 2021-126)
• Change Order #1 with JFC Engineers for $5,054.50 for Union Pacific Railroad Crossing (Resolution 2021-124)
• Highway Safety Program sub-awards: $21,035.83 (impaired driving) and $15,122.71 (occupant protection) (Resolutions 2021-129, 2021-130)
• Ordinance 2021-08 (3rd reading) rezoning 5.364 acres near Foothill and White Mountain Boulevards to B2/CD

City Council Meeting

The City Council will review several resolutions, including a large federal grant for the airport and various service agreements. The meeting also includes requests for new cash handling and procurement policies.

• Resolution to accept a $1,118,564 Airport Rescue Grant from the FAA
• Purchase of a new skid loader for the Water Reclamation Facility for $50,588.44
• Resolution for cathodic protection installation with WBI Energy Corrosion Services for $101,689
• Ordinance to rezone 5.364 acres near Foothill and White Mountain Boulevards to B2/CD
• Approval of new Cash Handling and Revised Procurement policies

City Council Meeting

The Rock Springs City Council will hold public hearings and vote on several items, including a zoning change near Foothill and White Mountain Boulevards, a $15,427 Justice Assistance Grant agreement with Sweetwater County, and a resolution declaring a state of emergency due to recent flooding. The council will also consider contracts for crack sealing, a concession stand rental, and a lease for a paintball park, as well as approve a revised schedule of fees and various administrative items.

• Public hearing and resolution to rezone 2.946 acres near Foothill and White Mountain Boulevards from residential to conditional community business
• Resolution accepting $15,427 Justice Assistance Grant from Sweetwater County
• Resolution declaring state of emergency for flooding on July 28, 2021
• Contract with R&D Sweeping and Asphalt Maintenance for $53,508.95 for crack sealing
• Ordinance to allow state control of bingo and pull tab applications (3rd reading)

City Council Meeting

The Rock Springs City Council is meeting to consider routine approvals, several alcohol and catering permits for summer events, and multiple resolutions including a $7.9 million airport terminal grant and the sale of a city building to the Chamber of Commerce. The agenda also includes a second reading of a bingo ordinance change and various reports and correspondence.

• Resolution #2021-105: $7,907,173 FAA grant for Commercial Terminal Modernization Project
• Resolution #2021-100: Sale of building at 1897 Dewar Drive to Rock Springs Chamber of Commerce
• Resolution #2021-103: $20,543.09 grant for WyoLink radios from Wyoming Office of Homeland Security
• Requests for multiple malt beverage, liquor catering, and serving area permits for events at Sweetwater Speedway, Sweetwater Events Complex, and other venues
• Resolution #2021-97: Renewal of Union Pacific Railroad property lease at $2,500 annually

City Council Meeting

The Rock Springs City Council is meeting to consider a proposed 1% general-purpose sales tax for the November ballot, several hiring requests, grant applications, and multiple service agreements. The agenda also includes appointments to the Box Art Committee, a presentation on summer events, and a first reading of an ordinance on bingo regulations.

• Resolution 2021-84: 1% general-purpose sales tax for November 2, 2021 ballot
• Hiring requests: Housing Maintenance Helper, Ice Arena Supervisor, Police Records Technician I
• Grant applications: Edward Byrne Memorial JAG, National Main Street Center for museum stonework
• Service agreements: $50,000 Senior Center, $30,038 Transit Authority, $30,000 Economic Development Coalition, $27,651 Chamber of Commerce
• Malt beverage permits for Wyoming's Big Show at Sweetwater Events Complex, Aug 3-7

City Council Meeting

The Rock Springs City Council is meeting to consider the FY 2021-2022 budget, a proposed sewer use fee increase, and several resolutions including a $4.9 million airport terminal grant. The agenda also includes liquor permit requests for local events and a police department grant application for two new officer positions.

• Public hearing on FY 2021-2022 budget (Resolution #2021-73)
• Public hearing on proposed sewer use fee increase (Resolution #2021-74)
• Resolution accepting $4,906,667 FAA grant for airport terminal modernization
• Police request to apply for 2021 COPS Hiring Program Grant for two new positions
• Liquor catering permits for multiple summer events

Special City Council Meeting

The Rock Springs City Council is holding a special meeting to consider two resolutions: accepting a quitclaim deed and related agreements from Union Pacific Railroad for a parcel to be used as a pedestrian walking path near 2nd Street, and approving a Memorandum of Understanding with Bird Rides, Inc. for a shared electric scooter program. The council will also hold an executive session on real estate before adjourning.

• Resolution 2021-71: Accept quitclaim deed from Union Pacific Railroad for pedestrian path near 2nd Street
• Resolution 2021-72: Approve MOU with Bird Rides, Inc. for Shared Electric Scooter Program
• Executive session on real estate

City Council Meeting

The Rock Springs City Council will hold its regular meeting on June 1, 2021, addressing a range of items including bid openings, committee reports, and new business requests. Key actions include a second reading of an ordinance to allow the mayor to issue catering permits, a resolution to lease police vehicles, and a resolution for historic tax credit consulting. The council will also consider requests for event serving area extensions and a park improvement proposal.

• Bid opening: Rock Springs Family Recreation Center Gym Floor Repair
• Resolution 2021-69: Professional Services Contract with Summit Studio for historic tax credit compliance for First Security Bank Building
• Resolution 2021-70: Master Equity Lease Agreement with Enterprise Fleet Management for police vehicles
• Ordinance 2021-06 (2nd reading): Amending liquor license rules to allow mayor to issue catering permits
• Request from Police Department to apply for Bulletproof Vest Grant

City Council Meeting

The Rock Springs City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on transferring two retail liquor licenses to CF Altitude, LLC for Alta Convenience stores. The council will also take final votes on ordinances allowing motorized skateboards and establishing a shared electric scooter program, plus consider numerous event permits and road closures.

• Public hearing and request to transfer two retail liquor licenses to CF Altitude, LLC (Alta Convenience #6224 at 2506 Dewar Drive and #6221 at 1640 Elk Street)
• 3rd reading of ordinance to allow motorized skateboards (2021-04)
• 3rd reading of ordinance creating a shared electric scooter program (2021-05)
• Resolution to lease three parking spaces to Square State Brewing for an outdoor dining area (2021-67)
• Resolution to transfer a section of alleyway near Clark and Paulson Streets by quitclaim deed (2021-65)

City Council Meeting

The Rock Springs City Council will consider the preliminary budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022, and vote on several appointments to boards and committees. The agenda also includes multiple requests to fill vacant positions, approve liquor catering permits, and authorize road closures for community events.

• Approval of preliminary budget for period ending June 30, 2022
• Resolution 2021-63: Form Sweetwater County Water Users Coalition Committee
• Ordinance 2021-05 (2nd reading): Shared Electric Scooter Program
• Liquor catering permits for Alex McCurtain Wedding and American Legion Riders Poker Run
• Road closures for 15th Annual Charity Run and 14th Annual Rods and Rails Car Show

City Council Meeting

The Rock Springs City Council will consider a series of resolutions approving contracts, including a $5,040,192.90 Bitter Creek Restoration project, a $937,726.50 overlay project, and several smaller agreements. The council will also review liquor permits, road closures, and grant applications, along with ordinance readings on e-scooters and motorized skateboards.

• Resolution 2021-58: $5,040,192.90 contract with DeBernardi Construction for Bitter Creek Restoration—Segment 1
• Resolution 2021-60: $937,726.50 contract with Kilgore Companies for 2021 Overlay Project
• Resolution 2021-50: $56,000 audit proposal from McGee, Hearne & Paiz, LLP
• Resolution 2021-55: $9,800 implementation fee plus annual subscription for FullCourt Enterprise software
• Ordinance 2021-05: 1st reading to create Shared Electric Scooter Program

City Council Meeting

The Rock Springs City Council is considering several resolutions, including a $1,013,325 federal aviation grant and a $234,727.45 sewer maintenance contract. The council will also review requests from the Police Department regarding vehicle leases and staff vacancies.

• $1,013,325 Coronavirus Relief Grant for Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport
• $234,727.45 contract with Longhorn Construction, Inc. for 2020 Sewer Maintenance Project
• Bid openings for concrete replacement, crack sealing, and weed mitigation projects
• Police Department request to fill a vacant Police Officer I position
• Ordinance to amend city liquor license regulations

City Council Meeting

The Rock Springs City Council will hold a public hearing on the Rock Springs Housing Authority Annual Plan and consider several resolutions, including accepting additional capital funds for housing programs and approving contracts for software, fireworks, and a historic building grant. The council will also discuss ambulance funding and consider filling a vacant position at the Water Reclamation Facility.

• Public hearing on Rock Springs Housing Authority Annual Plan
• Resolution 2021-34: accept $302,078 for Housing Authority Capital Fund Grant WY01P00350121
• Resolution 2021-36: increase grant for First Security Bank Building Phase I to $47,900
• Resolution 2021-37: approve Guardian Alliance software platform for police background checks
• Resolution 2021-41: contract with Fireworks West Internationale for July 4 fireworks

City Council Meeting

The City Council will review several appointments, resolutions, and new business requests. Key items include a $218,860 fuel contract and a request to extend telemedicine benefits through the end of 2021.

• $218,860 contract with Homax Oil Sales, Inc. for gasoline and diesel fuel
• Extension of temporary telemedicine benefit for City Health Insurance Plan
• $960 concession stand rental agreement with Jerry’s Concessions
• Permission to bid the 2021 Weed Mitigation Project
• $750 donation from Woman’s Club of Rock Springs for cemetery benches

City Council Meeting

The Rock Springs City Council will hold public hearings and vote on a liquor license transfer for Giang Thai Duong LLC at 1313 Dewar Drive, as well as the renewal of various liquor licenses for 2021-2022. The council will also consider several resolutions, including contracts for historical tax credits, a sidewalk agreement with Union Pacific Railroad, and highway safety grants. Additionally, they will vote on the third reading of an ordinance updating the International Building Code.

• Public hearing and request for liquor license transfer from Giang Thai Duong LLC, 1313 Dewar Drive
• Renewal of microbrewery, winery, restaurant, retail, limited, bar & grill, and resort liquor licenses for April 1, 2021 – March 31, 2022
• Resolution 2021-27: $24,034.61 for impaired driving high visibility overtime enforcement
• Resolution 2021-28: $17,399.25 for occupant protection high visibility overtime enforcement
• Resolution 2021-29: $3,800 SAAS agreement with Governance Sciences Group for FlashVote surveys

City Council Meeting

The Rock Springs City Council will vote on several resolutions, including accepting a $334,310.04 FEMA grant for fire department radios (with a 10% local match), a $58,198 coronavirus emergency funding grant, and a $1 million airport improvement agreement. They will also consider liquor permits for two events, approve contracts for uniforms and theater performances, and hold a second reading of a building code update ordinance. The agenda includes routine items like minutes, appointments, and reports.

• FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant request: $334,310.04 for mobile/base radios, 10% local match
• Resolution 2021-15: Accept $58,198 from Bureau of Justice Assistance for COVID-19 emergency funding
• Resolution 2021-16: Accept $1 million airport improvement agreement for transfer of entitlements
• Liquor catering permit for Santa Fe Trail, Inc. at Sweetwater Events Complex on Feb 13
• Three malt beverage permits for Bud Cup Hockey Tournament at Rock Springs Family Recreation Center Ice Arena

City Council Meeting

The Rock Springs City Council will vote on several resolutions and ordinances, including an early retirement incentive program for city employees and a third reading of an ordinance allowing cemetery lot sell-backs at 75% of current price. They will also consider bids for the 2021 uniform and requests to bid sewer and creek restoration projects, plus a road closure for an Eagles event.

• Resolution 2021-13: Early Retirement Incentive Program for City employees
• Ordinance 2020-10 (3rd reading): Cemetery lot sell-backs at 75% of current price
• Request to bid 2021 Sanitary Sewer Maintenance Project
• Request to bid Bitter Creek Restoration Project—Segment 1
• Road closure for Fraternal Order of Eagles Street Dance on B Street, Aug 21, 2021

City Council Meeting

The Rock Springs City Council will elect a president, approve appointments, and consider several resolutions and ordinances. Key items include a resolution to rescind the city's COVID-19 sick leave policy, a water rate amendment for fire protection, and a second reading of a cemetery lot sell-back ordinance. The agenda also includes requests to extend telemedicine benefits, fill a streets position, and bid on construction projects.

• Resolution 2021-09 to fully rescind the Emergency COVID-19 Sick Leave and Absentee Policy
• Resolution 2021-04 amending water rates for fire protection
• Ordinance 2020-10 (2nd reading) allowing cemetery lot sell-backs at 75% of current price
• Request to extend telemedicine benefit to March 31, 2021
• Request to bid 2021 Concrete Replacement Phase II and Overlay projects