Rock Springs public meetings in 2022
22 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council Meeting
The Rock Springs City Council will hold public hearings and consider resolutions and ordinances, including a request to rezone 78.25 acres near Stagecoach Boulevard from industrial/commercial to residential uses. The council will also open bids for police vehicles and pickup trucks, consider a new liquor license for Boars Tusk Steakhouse, and vote on a $252,990 contract for the WRF HVAC/Roofing Project. Several appointments and commendations for outgoing officials are also on the agenda.
- Public hearing on new Bar & Grill liquor license for Boars Tusk Steakhouse, 404 N Street
- Resolution 2022-170: Contract with Vaughn's Plumbing and Heating Co. for WRF HVAC/Roofing, $252,990
- Resolution 2022-171 and Ordinance 2022-16: Rezone 78.25 acres near Stagecoach Boulevard to residential
- Ordinance 2022-15 (2nd reading): Exclude service animals from animal ownership limits
- Bid openings for five police vehicles and four pickup trucks
City Council Meeting
The Rock Springs City Council will hold public hearings and vote on several resolutions and ordinances, including a $111,682.50 Homeland Security grant, a new Administrative Plan for the Housing Choice Voucher Program, and final readings of ordinances addressing sex trafficking. The agenda also includes bid openings, appointments, and a presentation on carbon capture investments.
- Resolution 2022-166: Accept $111,682.50 grant from U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security for equipment and training
- Public hearing and Resolution 2022-165: Replace Administrative Plan for Section 8 Voucher Program
- Ordinance 2022-13 (3rd reading): Amend public morals code to address sex trafficking
- Ordinance 2022-14 (3rd reading): License and regulate massage therapists and establishments
- Resolution 2022-168: Support National Landmark designation for monument commemorating Chinese Massacre
City Council Meeting
The Rock Springs City Council will consider several new business items, including approving the FY2022 audit report, employee Christmas bonuses, a used Fire Department vehicle purchase, and various grant applications. They will also vote on resolutions for contract changes, employee benefit plan changes, a labor agreement addendum, and three Homeland Security grant awards. Two ordinances addressing sex trafficking, tabled from the previous meeting, will have their second reading.
- Approval of FY2022 audit report from McGee, Hearne and Paiz, LLC
- Fire Department used vehicle purchase for $40,953.99
- Resolutions accepting Homeland Security grants: $34,263.88 (radios), $30,000 (City Hall doors), $62,306.49 (backup generator)
- Resolution for Change Order No. 2 with Trihydro Corp for Housing Authority, +$3,362.75
- 2nd reading of ordinances on sex trafficking (public morals and massage therapy licensing)
City Council Meeting
The Rock Springs City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a resolution revising the Rock Springs Housing Authority's flat rent schedule for HUD-assisted public housing units. The council will also consider several other resolutions, including accepting an $8,000 grant for underage drinking prevention, and will take up two tabled ordinances related to sex trafficking concerns.
- Public hearing and Resolution 2022-152 on flat rental amounts for public housing units
- Resolution 2022-155 accepting $8,000 Enforcing Underage Drinking Prevention for Success Grant
- Resolution 2022-153 approving Breeze Premier Agreement with Yardi Systems to replace MRI software
- Resolution 2022-148 on UMWA labor agreement addendum for police Field Training Officers comp time
- Ordinances 2022-13 and 2022-14 (2nd reading) on sex trafficking: public morals and massage therapist licensing
City Council Meeting
The Rock Springs City Council will hold a public hearing on proposed ordinances to regulate massage parlors and therapists, and will consider first readings of those ordinances. The council will also decide on 2023 health insurance premiums and HSA contributions, a Fire Department captain vacancy, a $15,000 grant application for the Historical Museum, and several resolutions including grant awards for radios, doors, and a generator.
- Public hearing on Massage Parlor and Massage Therapist Regulation Ordinances #2022-13 & 2022-14
- Resolution 2022-149: $34,263.88 DHS grant for Fire Department radios
- Resolution 2022-150: $30,000 DHS grant for City Hall egress doors and access control
- Resolution 2022-151: $62,306.49 DHS grant for Fire Department backup generator
- Request to apply for $15,000 CLG Grant for Rock Springs Historical Museum paint/wood restoration
City Council Meeting
The Rock Springs City Council will vote on the Fiscal Year 2023 Final Budget, accept grant funds for bulletproof vests and a youth basketball tournament, and consider several other items including a new job description, a used van purchase, and liquor catering permits. The agenda also includes proclamations, reports, and a notice about the termination of the electric scooter agreement.
- Approval of FY2023 Final Budget
- Resolution 2022-140: Accept $8,622 grant from U.S. Bureau of Justice Assistance for Bulletproof Vest Partnership
- Resolution 2022-141: Accept $5,000 grant from Sweetwater County Joint Travel & Tourism Board for December Dunk Youth Basketball Tournament
- Request to purchase a used van for the Civic Center
- Nine liquor catering permits for Rock Springs Prospectors Hockey Games at the Family Recreation Center Ice Arena
City Council Meeting
The Rock Springs City Council will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including a $133,863.50 change order for the Bitter Creek Rehabilitation Project and a zoning map amendment. The agenda also includes routine items like bid openings, appointments, and financial reports.
- Resolution 2022-136: Change order with DeBernardi Construction for Bitter Creek waterline redesign, $133,863.50
- Ordinance 2022-11 (3rd reading): Rezone property near Marchant and Thompson Streets from R-3 to R-5
- Resolution 2022-137: Accept quitclaim deed from Union Pacific for 21.644 acres for storm water retention basin
- Resolution 2022-133: Support amendment for Joint Powers Water Board Pump Station 2019 Project
- Road closure request for Fall Festival on South Main, Oct 14-15
City Council Meeting
The Rock Springs City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on selling municipal property at 1037 Jackson Street to the YWCA of Sweetwater County for $1,100. The council will also consider several resolutions approving contracts, grants, and a $2.1 million promissory note for firemen's pension obligations. Other items include an emergency manhole replacement, parade and event route approvals, and a zoning map amendment.
- Sale of 1037 Jackson Street to YWCA for $1,100 (Resolution 2022-121)
- Emergency manhole replacement at Center and Grant Streets for $100,500
- Promissory note to State of Wyoming for Firemen's Pension Plan A, $2,117,647
- Contract with DeBernardi Construction for 2022 Concrete Replacement Phase II, $395,550
- Zoning map amendment from R-3 to R-5 near Marchant and Thompson Streets (2nd reading)
City Council Meeting
The Rock Springs City Council will hold a public hearing and consider resolutions and ordinances to rezone property near Marchant and Thompson Streets from low/medium density residential to high density residential. The council will also open bids for several construction and equipment projects, and vote on various agreements, including a lease-purchase for a new excavator and a performance contract.
- Public hearing and rezoning for property near Marchant and Thompson Streets (Resolution #2022-118, Ordinance #2022-11)
- Bid openings for 2022 Concrete Replacement Phase II, Crack Seal Phase II, mower, and vehicle leasing
- Resolution #2022-119: lease-purchase of 2022 Caterpillar 320-07 Hydraulic Excavator for $34,185.21 annually
- Resolution #2022-117: agreement with Frontline Public Safety Solutions for $3,000
- Ordinance #2022-10 (3rd reading): Trap-Neuter-Return program for cats
City Council Meeting
The Rock Springs City Council will consider resolutions authorizing grant applications and contracts, including a $5.25 million ARPA grant request for the Water Reclamation Facility Solids Handling/Odor Control Project. The council will also hold a public hearing on combining $11,765 in Justice Assistance Grant funding with Sweetwater County, and vote on several other resolutions and a second reading of an animal control ordinance.
- Resolution 2022-105: Apply for $5,250,000 ARPA grant for Water Reclamation Facility Solids Handling/Odor Control Project
- Resolution 2022-107: Approve $151,508 Union Pacific property sale for Municipal Storm Water Retention Basin
- Resolution 2022-109: Interlocal agreement with Sweetwater County for $11,765 Justice Assistance Grant
- Resolution 2022-110: $6,000 contract for Quartete Nuevo concert at Broadway Theater on March 8, 2023
- Ordinance 2022-10 (2nd reading): Trap-Neuter-Return program for community cats
City Council Meeting
The Rock Springs City Council will consider several resolutions, including a revised schedule of fees, agreements with the Chamber of Commerce and Boys & Girls Club, and grants for police radios and a monument. They will also hold the first reading of an ordinance to establish a Trap-Neuter-Return program for cats, and vote on filling police and recreation positions.
- Resolution 2022-103: Revised City of Rock Springs Schedule of Fees
- Resolution 2022-96: MOU with Chamber of Commerce for $27,651
- Resolution 2022-97: Service Agreement with Boys & Girls Club for $5,000
- Resolution 2022-98: Lease of two 2022 Ford Police Interceptor Utility vehicles
- Ordinance 2022-10: Trap-Neuter-Return program for cats
City Council Meeting
The Rock Springs City Council will vote on resolutions including placing a 1% specific purpose sales tax on the November 8, 2022 ballot, approving several contracts and grants, and filling vacant positions. They will also consider switching insurance carriers, bidding on concrete and crack sealing projects, and approving multiple liquor permits for local events.
- Resolution 2022-95: Proposition for 1% Specific Purpose Sales and Use Excise Tax for November 8, 2022 ballot
- Insurance carrier switch from Glatfelter to Traveler's and Cowbell for premium savings
- Fill vacant Building Maintenance Mechanic I/II and Water System Operator I positions
- Bid 2022 Concrete Replacement Phase II and 2022 Crack Sealing Phase II
- Quote approval: $56,160 for clarifier drive unit replacement at Water Reclamation Facility
City Council Meeting
The Rock Springs City Council will hold public hearings and vote on the proposed FY 2022-2023 budget, a sewer use fee increase, and water rate changes. The council will also consider several resolutions, including a lodging tax continuation and an air service agreement amendment, plus three ordinances on zoning and procedural rules. Several requests to fill vacant positions and permit special events are also on the agenda.
- Public hearing and resolution for FY 2022-2023 budget (Resolution #2022-75)
- Public hearing and resolution for sewer use fee increase (Resolution #2022-76)
- Resolution to amend water rates (Resolution #2022-77)
- Ordinance 2022-07: Rezone 59.43 acres near Springs Drive and Mineral Drive from Heavy Industrial to Medium Density Residential
- Ordinance 2022-08: Rezone 14.47 acres near Lombard Drive and Interstate 80 from Medium Density Residential to Community Business District/Conditional District
City Council Meeting
The Rock Springs City Council will hold public hearings and vote on several items, including two land use and zoning map changes, the sale of a police K9 vehicle, and a grant application for fire communications equipment. They will also consider resolutions for a property purchase, a consulting contract, and other agreements, plus ordinances on recycling and a broadband franchise.
- Public hearing and resolution/ordinance to rezone 59.43 acres near Springs Drive and Mineral Drive from Industrial/Heavy Industrial to Low Density Residential/Medium Density Residential
- Public hearing and resolution/ordinance to rezone 14.47 acres near Lombard Drive and Interstate 80 from High Density Residential/Medium Density Residential to Commercial/Community Business District
- Sale of 2010 Ford Explorer K9 Unit to Shoshoni Police Department for $4,500
- Fire Department grant application for $208,615.87 to upgrade communications and install generator at Fire Station 3
- Resolution to purchase real property along Sunset Drive for $225,000 for solid waste handling
City Council Meeting
The Rock Springs City Council will vote on the preliminary budget for fiscal year ending June 30, 2023, and consider several ordinances, including a citywide recycling program and adoption of the 2021 International Fire Code. The council will also discuss a telecom franchise agreement, a communication site lease, and a parking space lease for outdoor dining. Several requests for permits and grants are on the agenda.
- Approval of Preliminary Budget for period ending June 30, 2023
- Ordinance 2022-04 (3rd reading): Citywide Disposable Waste Recycling Program
- Ordinance 2022-05 (3rd reading): Adopt 2021 International Fire Code
- Ordinance 2022-06 (2nd reading): Clarity Telecom (Vast Broadband) Franchise
- Resolution 2022-55: Parking space lease with Square State Brewing at 422 South Main Street
City Council Meeting
The Rock Springs City Council will consider multiple resolutions approving contracts for construction and maintenance projects, including a $973,974 overlay project, a $360,045 pedestrian enhancement, and a $151,876 exterior project. They will also hold readings on ordinances for a recycling program and adopting the 2021 International Fire Code. The agenda includes routine items like minutes, reports, and bills.
- Resolution 2022-49: $973,974 contract with Kilgore Companies for 2022 Overlay Project
- Resolution 2022-50: $360,045.23 contract with DeBernardi Construction for James Drive 2nd Street Pedestrian Enhancement
- Resolution 2022-45: $151,876 bid from DJ's Glass Plus for Gobel Grove Exterior Project at 530 Gobel Street
- Ordinance 2022-04 (2nd reading): Amending garbage collection to establish citywide recycling program
- Ordinance 2022-05 (2nd reading): Adopting 2021 International Fire Code
City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider several resolutions regarding grants, lease agreements, and labor contracts. The agenda also includes first readings for ordinances related to garbage collection and building codes.
- First reading of ordinance to establish a Citywide Disposable Waste Recycling Program
- First reading of ordinance to adopt the 2021 Edition of the International Fire Code
- $36,000 quote for stonework repairs at the Rock Springs Historical Museum
- Resolution for $30,000 grant for terra cotta work at the First Security Bank Building
- Resolution for $5,800 grant to expand the Rock Springs Historic District
City Council Meeting
The Rock Springs City Council will consider several resolutions, including a $812,700 contract for the 2022 Concrete Replacement Phase I project and a lease for land near the Broadway Theater. The council will also review a letter from residents concerned about the Estates at Mustang Ridge Subdivision and decide on filling two vacant city positions.
- Resolution 2022-27: $812,700 contract with DeBernardi Construction for 2022 Concrete Replacement Phase I
- Resolution 2022-24: Long-term lease with Mike and Carmen Barbeau for land near Broadway Theater at $840/year
- Resolution 2022-26: MOU with Sweetwater County for grassy corner at 333 Broadway for Summer Brown Bag Concert Series
- Request to fill vacant Part Time Accounting Technician I/II and Lab Technician positions
- Five liquor catering permits for Bomber's Sports Bar at Sweetwater Events Complex, April 6-10
City Council Meeting
The Rock Springs City Council will hold a public hearing and consider transferring a retail liquor license to Pour You, LLC (The Pour House) at 1521 9th Street. The council will also vote on several new business items, including a $91,368 Google Workspace renewal, a $2,485,437.21 firefighter grant application, and various other requests. Resolutions include accepting a $10,000 underage drinking prevention contract, a $960 concession stand rental, a $20,000 fireworks contract, and a budget revision. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval, bid openings, appointments, and reports.
- Public hearing and transfer of retail liquor license to Pour You, LLC (The Pour House), 1521 9th Street
- Request to apply for 2022 SAFER Grant: $2,485,437.21 for nine firefighters over three years
- Google Workspace license renewal quote: $91,368 for three years
- Resolution 2022-20: $10,000 underage drinking prevention contract
- Resolution 2022-22: $20,000 fireworks production contract with Fireworks West Internationale
City Council Meeting
The Rock Springs City Council will consider several bids for 2022 construction projects, approve resolutions including a fire damage repair contract and an aircraft loan for Veteran's Park, and vote on ordinances affecting mobile vendors, contractor licensing, and building fees. The agenda also includes annual reports from various boards and proclamations for local awareness weeks.
- Bid permission for 2022 Concrete Replacement Phase I, Overlay, Crack Sealing Phase I, and Weed Mitigation Projects
- Bid permission for 2022 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project
- Resolution 2022-07: Accept $40,500 bid from Tarufelli Construction for fire damage repairs at 1455 Thompson Street, Apt. #7
- Resolution 2022-08: Accept F-101B(GF) aircraft loan for display in Veteran's Park
- Ordinance 2022-01 (3rd reading): Define mobile vendors as allowable uses in zone districts
City Council Meeting
The Rock Springs City Council will consider extending two 2021 contracts (fuel with Homax Oil Sales and uniforms with Alsco) for one year, and approving $52,171.13 for water well components at White Mountain Golf Course. They will also vote on resolutions regarding a construction easement, a Blue Cross Blue Shield agreement, and a radio equipment MOU with Sweetwater County Fire District #1. Additionally, they will hold readings on ordinances about mobile vendors, contractor licensing, and building code fees.
- Extend 2021 Fuel Contract with Homax Oil Sales, Inc. for one year
- Extend 2021 Uniforms Contract with Alsco for one year
- Approve $52,171.13 for water well components at White Mountain Golf Course
- Resolution 2022-05: Administrative Services Agreement with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming for 2022
- Ordinance 2022-03 (1st reading): Increase permit investigation fees and update building codes
City Council Meeting
The City Council will review the fiscal year 2021 audit presentation and consider several resolutions. The agenda includes public hearings for a new subdivision plat and updates to city ordinances regarding mobile vendors.
- Public hearing for Estates of Mustang Ridge Subdivision preliminary plat approval
- Public hearing for ordinance changes to include mobile vendors in city definitions
- $3,500 grant agreement for the 2022 Drop In Hockey Tournament
- $3,000 grant agreement for the 2022 Wind & Mud Hockey Tournament
- Third reading of ordinance amending regulations for vacant and abandoned commercial structures