Casper public meetings in 2025

Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to seek direction on the Seminoe Pumped Storage project and a grant from Firehouse Subs. The meeting also includes a general agenda review and council updates.

• Direction requested for Seminoe Pumped Storage
• Direction requested for Firehouse Subs Grant

City Council

This special meeting of the Casper City Council consists only of roll call, a motion to adjourn into executive session to discuss personnel matters, and final adjournment. No public business or decisions are on the agenda.

Pre-Meeting

The Casper City Council will meet to review a presentation on winter and water safety at Morad Park. The meeting also includes a review of the agenda.

• Presentation on Morad Park Winter & Water Safety

City Council

The Casper City Council is holding a special meeting that will immediately adjourn into executive session to discuss personnel matters. No other public business is scheduled.

• Adjourn into executive session – personnel

The council approved a motion to excuse Jensen’s absence unanimously. It also approved motions to enter executive session, exit executive session, and adjourn the meeting, each with an 8-0-0 vote. No other actions were taken.

• Excused Jensen’s absence approved (8-0-0)
• Entered executive session approved (8-0-0)
• Exited executive session approved (8-0-0)
• Adjourned special meeting approved (8-0-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on liquor license transfers and consider several resolutions for city maintenance and equipment. The body is also reviewing a municipal code amendment regarding Planning and Zoning Commission meetings.

• Public hearing on liquor license transfer from Silver Fox Restaurant and Lounge to Big D Oil Co. at 4501 SW Wyoming Blvd
• Purchase of Cisco Network Devices for $126,960.33 from 954 Consultants LLC
• Purchase of 25 duty rifles and 25 suppressors from Dana Safety Supply, Inc.
• Contracts with Granite Peak Pump Service, Inc. for irrigation pump station replacements at Ford Wyoming Center and the Golf Course
• Allocation of funds from OneWyo and OneWyoII Opioid Settlement Agreements

The council set Dec. 16, 2025 as the public hearing date for a liquor‑license transfer and re‑established that date for a zoning code amendment. It approved the transfer of Retail Liquor License No. 10 to Big D Oil Co. and approved a new Bar and Grill License No. 7 for Quintana Innovations. The council also authorized the purchase of Cisco network devices for $126,960.33 and adopted a series of consent resolutions covering contracts, change orders, and equipment procurement. The meeting adjourned after an executive‑session discussion of personnel and land matters.

• Approved Dec. 16, 2025 public hearing for liquor‑license transfer (8‑0‑0)
• Cancelled and re‑established Dec. 16, 2025 hearing for zoning code amendment (8‑0‑0)
• Approved transfer of Retail Liquor License No. 10 to Big D Oil Co. (8‑0‑0)
• Approved new Bar and Grill Liquor License No. 7 for Quintana Innovations (8‑0‑0)
• Authorized purchase of Cisco network devices, $126,960.33 (8‑0‑0)
• Adopted multiple consent resolutions for leases, pump‑station contracts, change orders, and rifle procurement (8‑0‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (8‑0‑0)

City Council

The Casper City Council will vote on a consent agenda including multiple resolutions and minute actions. Key items include authorizing a loan agreement for the Wyoming National Apartments affordable housing project, approving large equipment purchases for public services, and setting public hearing dates for liquor license transfers and a zoning text amendment.

• Authorizing $477,000.17 to refurbish a wheeled landfill compactor for the Solid Waste Division
• Authorizing $452,970.00 for two new front-loading sanitation trucks for the Sanitation Division
• Authorizing $168,000 for computer equipment through state contract
• Authorizing a loan agreement with Casper Housing Authority for the Wyoming National Apartments affordable housing project
• Setting December 2, 2025, public hearing for transfer of retail liquor license and new bar and grill license

The council established December 2, 2025 as the public hearing date to consider the transfer of Retail Liquor License No. 10, a new Bar and Grill Liquor License No. 7, and an amendment to Municipal Code Section 17.12.210. The liquor‑license items were approved 8‑0‑1 (one abstention) and the ordinance amendment was approved 9‑0‑0. The council also approved a consent agenda authorizing several service contracts and agreements, and authorized purchases of computer equipment, sanitation trucks, and a waste‑compactor, each vote 9‑0‑0.

• Approved public hearing date Dec 2, 2025 for Liquor License Transfer No. 10 (8-0-1)
• Approved public hearing date Dec 2, 2025 for new Bar & Grill Liquor License No. 7 (8-0-1)
• Approved ordinance amendment to Section 17.12.210 (9-0-0)
• Approved consent agenda authorizing multiple service contracts and agreements (9-0-0)
• Authorized purchase of computer equipment for $168,000 (9-0-0)
• Authorized purchase of two front‑loading sanitation trucks for $452,970 (9-0-0)
• Authorized refurbishing of a wheeled landfilled compactor for $477,000.17 (9-0-0)
• Approved minutes and bills & claims from prior meetings (9-0-0)

Pre-Meeting

The City Council will receive presentations regarding a Third Spaces Grant and funding for the Opioid Task Force. The meeting is scheduled for November 18, 2025.

• Third Spaces Grant presentation
• Opioid Task Force Funding presentation

Work Session

The City Council will seek direction on an Urban Renewal Authority proposal and a U.S. Economic Development Administration Disaster Supplemental Grant. The session also includes an update regarding the Municipal Court Judge.

• Urban Renewal Authority Proposal
• U.S. Economic Development Administration Disaster Supplemental Grant
• Municipal Court Judge update

The council directed staff to apply for an $8 million U.S. Economic Development Administration disaster supplemental grant to replace over 6,000 feet of the North Platte sanitary sewer interceptor, with a required $2 million city match. Council also gave the thumbs‑up to hire a consultant to explore establishing a new Urban Renewal Authority. Additionally, the council approved adding judge safety and parking concerns to a future executive session agenda.

• Approved hiring a consultant to study a new Urban Renewal Authority (no vote tally provided)
• Approved adding municipal judge safety and parking to a future executive session agenda (no vote tally provided)
• Approved staff proceeding with the $8 million disaster supplemental grant application, requiring a $2 million city match (no vote tally provided)

Pre-Meeting

The City Council will hold a pre-meeting to review the budget calendar and receive updates on park-related initiatives. The session includes discussions on the Veterans Park Task Force and a grant application for Washington Park Phase IV.

• Budget Calendar review
• Veterans Park Task Force presentation
• Grant application for Washington Park Phase IV

City Council

The Casper City Council will approve minutes, bills, and a Veterans Day proclamation. The body will authorize multiple contracts for infrastructure projects, including boat ramps and river restoration, along with amendments for towing and advisory services.

• Proclamation for Veterans
• Contract for North Casper Boat Ramp Replacements
• Contract for North Platte River Restoration
• Contract for Solid Waste Facility Refuse Collection Container Building
• Amendments for Wrecker and Towing Services

The council approved the October 7, 2025 meeting minutes, the November 4 general bills and claims totaling $4,790,032.12, and the November 4 conflict claims. It also approved a consent agenda authorizing several contracts, including a municipal debt advisory services agreement, a temporary use agreement for the Casper Speedway, a service weapon sale to the police department, and infrastructure projects such as a boat ramp replacement. All approvals were unanimous except the conflict claims vote, which recorded one abstention.

• Approved excuse for Bond's absence (8-0-0)
• Approved minutes of October 7, 2025 meeting (8-0-0)
• Approved November 4, 2025 general bills & claims totaling $4,790,032.12 (8-0-0)
• Approved November 4, 2025 conflict claims (7-0-1)
• Approved consent agenda authorizing multiple contracts, including a debt advisory services agreement (8-0-0)
• Approved temporary use agreement for Casper Speedway (Resolution 25-258) (8-0-0)
• Approved sale of service weapon to Casper Police Department (Resolution 25-259) (8-0-0)
• Approved agreement with Crown Construction for North Casper Boat Ramp replacements (Resolution 25-260) (8-0-0)

Work Session

The Casper City Council will hold a work session to discuss school corridor safety on Poplar Street (information only), review the legislative calendar, and consider direction on adding an optional holiday. The session also includes a leadership overview and nominations. No formal votes are expected as the agenda is largely informational.

• School Corridor Safety Follow Up on Poplar Street (information only)
• Legislative Calendar review (information only)
• Additional Optional Holiday discussion (direction requested)
• Council Leadership Overview & Nominations (information only)

The council voted to grant an extra employee holiday in 2025 when Christmas Eve or New Year's Eve falls on a weekday. The approval will be recorded in the employee handbook with a formal request process. The estimated budget impact is just under $25,000 and will be absorbed within existing budgets. City Hall will remain open during regular business hours on the added holiday.

• Approved additional employee holiday for 2025 and formalized the approval process in the employee handbook (consensus)

City Council

The City Council will convene for a special meeting. The agenda consists of procedural items and a move into executive session for attorney-client privilege and litigation matters.

• Executive session regarding attorney-client privilege and litigation

The council voted 9-0-0 to enter an executive session to discuss attorney‑client privileged and litigation matters. After the session, they voted 9-0-0 to return to the public meeting. Finally, the council voted 9-0-0 to adjourn the special meeting.

• Entered executive session (9-0-0)
• Exited executive session (9-0-0)
• Adjourned special meeting (9-0-0)

Pre-Meeting

The Casper City Council will review a Fire Homeland Security Grant and Healthy & Sustainable Strategies Communities Grant Award Applications. The meeting will also include a standard agenda review.

• Fire Homeland Security Grant presentation
• Healthy & Sustainable Strategies Communities Grant Award Applications
• Agenda review

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a liquor license for Oil City Beer Company and a third reading of an ordinance for a zone change. The body will also consider various contracts for city infrastructure, transit, and professional services.

• Public hearing for Microbrewery Liquor License No. 13 for Oil City Beer Company at 225 South David Street Suite 5
• Third reading of an ordinance for a zone change for Lot 1 of the Erma Addition Subdivision
• Purchase of a 16-passenger ADA compliant bus via the Wyoming Rural Public Transit Program
• Employment agreement with Janine Jordan for services as City Manager
• Contract for professional services with WWC Engineering for the Missouri Avenue Improvements Project

The council took several actions, including excusing an absent member, adopting prior meeting minutes, and approving routine general bills and conflict claims. It granted a new microbrewery license for Oil City Beer Company and approved a zone change for Lot 1 of the Erma Addition Subdivision. The body also adopted FY 2026 Wyoming Rural Public Transit Program agreements for security upgrades and a 16‑passenger ADA bus, and approved related inspection contracts. All votes were unanimous except the conflict‑claims vote, which recorded one abstention.

• Excused absent member Pollock (8-0-0)
• Approved September 30, 2025 meeting minutes (8-0-0)
• Approved October 21, 2025 General Bills & Claims (8-0-0)
• Approved October 21, 2025 Conflict Claims (7-0-1)
• Approved new microbrewery license for Oil City Beer Co. (8-0-0)
• Approved zone change for Lot 1 Erma Addition Subdivision (8-0-0)
• Approved FY 2026 Wyoming Rural Public Transit Program security and ADA‑bus agreements (8-0-0)
• Approved Alcohol Inspection Contract with Wyoming Association of Chiefs of Police (8-0-0)

Work Session

The Casper City Council holds a work session covering several informational and directional items. Key items include a demonstration of the council packet/IT system, a request for direction on a Historic Preservation Commission CLG grant, and an information-only update on Sage Park Arboretum. The council will also review scheduling for a November holiday work session.

• Historic Preservation Commission CLG grant — direction requested
• Council Packet/IT Demonstration — information only
• Sage Park Arboretum update — information only
• November holiday work session scheduling — direction requested
• Meeting follow-up and Council Around the Table discussion

The council gave its approval to submit an application for the 2026 Certified Local Government grant to the Wyoming State Historic Preservation Office. Council also approved moving the November 11 Veterans Day meeting to Wednesday, November 12, and skipping the meeting week of Thanksgiving. Members discussed skipping the Christmas week meeting and moving it to the fifth Tuesday of the month.

• Approved applying for 2026 Historic Preservation CLG grant (thumbs up)
• Approved moving council meeting to Wednesday Nov 12, skipping Veterans Day meeting (thumbs up)
• Approved not meeting the week of Thanksgiving (thumbs up)
• Discussed skipping week of Christmas meeting and rescheduling to the 5th Tuesday of the month (no vote recorded)

City Council

This is a special City Council meeting that will adjourn into executive session to discuss personnel and litigation matters. No public decisions or substantive discussions are scheduled.

• Adjourn into executive session for personnel and litigation

The Casper City Council voted to enter an executive session to discuss personnel and litigation, then to exit that session, and finally to adjourn the special meeting. All three motions were approved unanimously with a 9-0-0 vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Entered executive session to discuss personnel and litigation (approved 9-0-0)
• Exited executive session (approved 9-0-0)
• Adjourned special meeting (approved 9-0-0)

Pre-Meeting

The City Council is holding a pre-meeting to review the agenda and a presentation regarding an NRPA grant application.

• NRPA Grant Application presentation

City Council

The Casper City Council will consider a public hearing for a new microbrewery liquor license, a first amendment to the fiscal year 2026 budget, and a zone change for a lot in the Erma Addition. The council will also vote on several contracts, including the $397,656 purchase of two 24‑passenger transit buses and a $627,448.42 purchase of an articulating haul truck for the Solid Waste Division. All items are on the agenda for the October 7, 2025 meeting.

• Public hearing for New Microbrewery Liquor License No. 13 for Oil City Beer Company, LLC at 225 South David Street Suite 5 (scheduled for Oct 21, 2025)
• First amendment to the current budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026
• Approval of a zone change for Lot 1 of the Erma Addition Subdivision
• Purchase of two 24‑passenger transit buses for $397,656.00 through the Arizona State Purchasing Cooperative Agreement
• Purchase of one articulating haul truck for $627,448.42 for the Solid Waste Division

The council approved the October 7 minutes and the October 7 Bills & Claims totaling $6,260,837.08. It cancelled the Oct. 7 public hearing for Microbrewery Liquor License No. 13 and set a new hearing for Oct. 21. The council also approved the FY 2026 budget amendment, a zone change for Lot 1 of the Erma Addition, and a series of consent resolutions including the purchase of two transit buses.

• Approved October 7 meeting minutes (8-0-0)
• Approved Bills & Claims totaling $6,260,837.08 (8-0-0)
• Cancelled Oct. 7 public hearing for Microbrewery License No. 13 and set new hearing for Oct. 21 (7-0-1)
• Approved FY 2026 budget amendment (Resolution 25‑218) (8-0-0)
• Approved zone change for Lot 1, Erma Addition (Ordinance 17‑25) (8-0-0)
• Approved purchase of two 24‑passenger transit buses for $397,656 (Resolution 25‑237)
• Approved contract for outside‑city water service with Ensign United States Drilling (Resolution 25‑220)
• Approved use‑license agreement to host a youth basketball tournament at WYO Sports Ranch (Resolution 25‑233)

City Council

The City Council will vote on a resolution to impose a 16-mill annual assessment on commercial properties within the Downtown Development District, contingent on voter approval. Other action items include authorizing a contract for a cardiac monitor for the fire-EMS department, approving a contract amendment with the Wyoming Office of Homeland Security, and authorizing a grant application for the 2025 State Homeland Security Grant Program. The meeting also includes an executive session on personnel matters.

• Resolution to impose 16-mill assessment on Downtown Development District real property
• Contract with Zoll Medical Corporation for one cardiac monitor for Casper Fire-EMS
• Contract Amendment Two between Wyoming Office of Homeland Security and Casper Fire-EMS
• Grant application to Wyoming Office of Homeland Security for 2025 State Homeland Security Grant Program
• Executive session for personnel discussions

The council unanimously approved three consent resolutions: a contract with Zoll Medical for a cardiac monitor for the Firearms Department, an amendment to the Wyoming Office of Homeland Security contract with the Fire‑EMS Department, and a resolution to replace a prior ordinance and set a 16‑mill annual assessment for properties in the Downtown Development District, pending voter approval. The council also unanimously authorized the police and IT departments to apply for the 2025 State Homeland Security Grant. All motions passed with a 9‑0‑0 vote.

• Approved Resolution 25-215 authorizing contract with Zoll Medical for one cardiac monitor (9-0-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-216 authorizing contract amendment with Wyoming Office of Homeland Security for Fire‑EMS (9-0-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-217 rescinding Resolution 25-159 and setting a contingent 16‑mill assessment for Downtown Development District (9-0-0)
• Authorized Police Department and IT Division to submit grant application to Wyoming Office of Homeland Security (9-0-0)
• Adjourned into executive session to discuss personnel (9-0-0)
• Adjourned out of executive session (9-0-0)
• Adjourned the special meeting (9-0-0)

Work Session

The City Council is holding a work session to review an investment policy update and the first budget amendment for FY2026. Members will also discuss the Stoneridge property sale and the CBC Remodel Phase 2 award.

• FY2026 Budget Amendment #1
• Investment Policy Update
• One Cent #17 Metro Reallocation
• CBC Remodel Phase 2 Award
• Stoneridge Property Sale follow-up

The council voiced support for several proposals, including updating the city’s investment policy, adopting an e‑lockbox service for bill payments, and moving the FY2026 budget amendment (about $21 million) forward for formal consideration. They approved reallocating $85,000 of one‑cent funds to modular kennel facilities and endorsed awarding the $15.455 million CBC Remodel Phase 2 contract at the October 7 meeting. Council reached consensus to reject both bids for the Stoneridge Property Sale Part 3. No vote tallies were recorded.

• Support moving investment policy updates forward
• Support implementing Wells Fargo e‑lockbox bill‑pay service
• Support advancing FY2026 Budget Amendment #1 (~$21 M increase)
• Approve $85,000 one‑cent fund reallocation to Metro kennel facilities
• Approve awarding $15.455 M CBC Remodel Phase 2 contract (planned for Oct 7)
• Reject both bids for Stoneridge Property Sale Part 3
• Add gaming and gambling topic to a future work‑session agenda
• No formal vote tallies recorded for any items

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Casper City Council with only procedural items: roll call, adjournment into executive session to discuss personnel matters, and final adjournment. No public decisions or discussions on ordinances, contracts, or other business are scheduled.

• Adjourn into executive session for personnel discussion

The council voted unanimously to adjourn into an executive session to discuss security and personnel. The session was later adjourned back to an open meeting. The special meeting was then adjourned. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Entered executive session (9-0-0)
• Exited executive session (9-0-0)
• Adjourned special meeting (9-0-0)

Pre-Meeting

This is a pre-meeting of the Casper City Council with three agenda items: a presentation on an anti-bullying policy, an update on Stoneridge, and a review of the upcoming regular meeting agenda. No formal decisions are expected—this is a preparatory discussion.

• Anti-Bullying Policy presentation (15 minutes)
• Stoneridge Update (10 minutes)
• Agenda Review for regular council meeting (5 minutes)

City Council

The Casper City Council will approve contracts for transit services with Mills, Evansville, Bar Nunn, and Natrona County, and establish new bus fares for the regional system. The meeting also includes a public hearing on a zone change and the adoption of a long-range transportation plan.

• Approving contracts for transit services with Mills, Evansville, Bar Nunn, and Natrona County
• Establishing new bus fares for the Casper Transit System
• Public hearing on a zone change for Lot 1 of the Erma Addition Subdivision
• Adopting the Long-Range Transportation Plan: Navigating 2055
• Authorizing a contract for water main replacements with a State Land Board grant

The council approved the minutes and September 16 bills and claims unanimously. It set October 7, 2025 as the public hearing date for the FY 2026 Budget Amendment #1 and a new microbrewery liquor license. The council approved Ordinance No. 17‑25, changing the zoning of Lot 1 in the Erma Addition, and authorized multiple transit contracts, new bus fares, and several vehicle purchases.

• Approved August 19 minutes (8-0-0)
• Approved September 16 bills & claims totaling $3,416,941.92 (8-0-0)
• Set public hearing for FY 2026 Budget Amendment #1 and microbrewery license (8-0-1)
• Approved Ordinance No. 17-25 zoning change for Lot 1, Erma Addition (8-0-0)
• Approved community development block grant application to Wyoming Housing Network (8-0-0)
• Approved multiple transit service contracts, new bus fares, and long‑range transportation plan (8-0-0)
• Authorized purchase of pickups, dump body, and sanitation trucks totaling $1,058,? (8-0-0)
• Authorized acceptance of Motorola Solutions quote for site router project (8-0-0)

Work Session

The Casper City Council work session will review several items, including an update on the North Platte River restoration. The council will vote on a proposal to dispose of city‑owned property. Other items include a grant request for the SLIB mineral royalty, appointments to the Board of Appeals for dangerous buildings, and routine agenda review.

• Potential disposal of city‑owned property – move forward for approval
• SLIB mineral royalty grant request – move forward for approval
• Appointments to Board of Appeals for dangerous buildings – direction requested
• North Platte River restoration process and updates – information only

Council gave its thumbs‑up to move the bid acceptance for the Mesa Property forward for formal approval, despite the bid being below the $300K appraisal. Council also approved staff contacting bidders for the Stoneridge property to gather use and cost details. The council authorized applying for the SLIB mineral royalty grant for a water main replacement project and appointed Councilors Larson and Gamroth to the Board of Appeals for Dangerous Buildings.

• Approved moving Mesa Property bid forward (thumbs up)
• Authorized staff to contact Stoneridge bidders for details (thumbs up)
• Approved applying for SLIB mineral royalty grant (thumbs up)
• Appointed Councilors Larson and Gamroth to Board of Appeals for Dangerous Buildings

City Council

This is a special meeting with a limited agenda. The council will consider appointing two councilors to the Board of Appeals concerning abatement of dangerous buildings, then adjourn into executive session for personnel matters.

• Appointing two councilors to the Board of Appeals concerning abatement of dangerous buildings

The council appointed Councilors Larson and Gamroth to the Board of Appeals concerning dangerous building abatements. The appointment was approved by a 6-2-0 vote. The council also excused Jensen’s absence (8-0-0) and adjourned into and out of executive session and the meeting (each 8-0-0).

• Excused Jensen’s absence – Approved 8-0-0
• Appointed Larson and Gamroth to Board of Appeals – Approved 6-2-0
• Adjourned into Executive Session to discuss personnel – Approved 8-0-0
• Adjourned out of Executive Session – Approved 8-0-0
• Adjourned special meeting – Approved 8-0-0

Pre-Meeting

This is a pre-meeting of the Casper City Council. The main item is a 10-minute presentation on the FWC Point of Sales Procurement. The council will also review the agenda for the upcoming regular meeting.

• FWC Point of Sales Procurement presentation

City Council

The City Council will establish a public hearing date for a zone change at the Erma Addition Subdivision and Community Development Block Grant applications. The body is also considering several professional service contracts and equipment purchases for city departments.

• Public hearing date for Zone Change of Lot 1, Erma Addition Subdivision
• Contract with Dynamic Controls Incorporated for door access controls at Metro Animal Services and Police Department Range
• Contract with Civil Engineering Professionals Inc. to update the 2016 Stormwater Utility Implementation Plan
• Change Order No. 1 with Ramshorn Construction, Inc. for Wolf Creek Road Improvements (West 38th Street to CY Ave ROW)
• Purchase of a new rear load sanitation truck and a 53ft box van trailer

The council approved September 2 Bills & Claims totaling $4,225,253.12 and adopted a consent agenda authorizing several contracts for city services. They set September 16, 2025 as the public‑hearing date for a proposed zone change and Community Development Block Grant applications. Additional equipment purchases for public works and sanitation were also approved.

• Excused Councilor Pollock’s absence (8‑0‑0)
• Approved August 5, 2025 meeting minutes (8‑0‑0)
• Approved September 2 Bills & Claims totaling $4,225,253.12 (8‑0‑0)
• Established Sep 16, 2025 public hearing for zone change and CD Block Grant (8‑0‑0)
• Approved consent agenda resolutions authorizing contracts for door access controls, stormwater plan update, sludge heat exchanger, road improvement change order, crosswalk replacements, real estate purchase, recreation‑center rooftop units, and thermal lens procurement (8‑0‑0, Resolution 25‑194 6‑0‑2)
• Approved minute‑action purchases of a manhole cutter, 53‑ft box‑van trailer, chipper, rear‑load sanitation truck, aerator, and truck‑mounted sewer cleaner (8‑0‑0)
• Adjourned into executive session (8‑0‑0)
• Adjourned regular meeting (8‑0‑0)

Work Session

The Casper City Council will hold a work session to discuss and provide direction on two grant applications: a Community Development Block Grant and a NCRJPB Grant for the PV Pool. They will also receive a demonstration of the city's website and GIS system. No final votes will be taken; the session is for information and direction only.

• Community Development Block Grant – direction requested
• NCRJPB Grant for PV Pool – direction requested
• Website & GIS demo – information only
• Meeting follow-up and agenda review

Council gave its approval to proceed with a public hearing on two affordable‑housing projects that could receive Community Development Block Grant funding. Council also approved the city’s application for a North Platte River Joint Project Board grant to resurface the slides at Paradise Valley Pool.

• Approved moving forward with public hearing for CDBG housing applications
• Approved applying for NCRJPB grant to resurface Paradise Valley Pool slides

City Council

This special meeting consists only of roll call, an executive session for security and personnel matters, and adjournment. No public decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Executive session on security and personnel

The council voted to enter an executive session to discuss security and personnel, then voted to leave the executive session, and finally voted to adjourn the special meeting. All three motions were approved unanimously with a 9-0-0 vote.

• Adjourned into executive session to discuss security & personnel (9-0-0)
• Adjourned out of executive session (9-0-0)
• Adjourned special meeting (9-0-0)

Pre-Meeting

The Casper City Council will hold a pre‑meeting at 5:30 p.m. on August 19, 2025. The agenda includes a 15‑minute presentation on vendor access followed by a 5‑minute review of the meeting agenda. No decisions, contracts, or public hearings are scheduled.

• Vendor Access presentation – 15 minutes
• Agenda Review – 5 minutes

City Council

The Casper City Council will vote on a resolution to establish a line of credit with First Interstate Bank to fund contingency costs for the Casper Business Center remodel. Other items include a zone change for a lot in the Capitol Hill Addition, a $30,065.88 three‑year contract for a records‑management system, and several procurement authorizations for equipment and professional services. The meeting also features public comment, a proclamation for National Senior Day, and routine approvals of minutes and bills.

• Resolution establishing a line of credit with First Interstate Bank for the Casper Business Center remodel
• Ordinance approving a zone change for Lot 1 and Strip Adjacent, Block 40, Capitol Hill Addition
• Resolution authorizing a $30,065.88 per year, three‑year contract with Targetsolutions Learning (Vector Solutions) for a records‑management system
• Resolution authorizing purchase of a new front‑end wheel loader for the Streets Division
• Resolution authorizing professional services contract with GSG Architecture for the Solid Waste Scale House Renovations Project

The council approved the minutes from the July 29 special work session and the August 19 general bills and claims. It passed Ordinance No. 16‑25, changing the zoning for Lot 1, Block 40 in the Capitol Hill Addition. The body also approved a series of consent resolutions covering lien releases, a line of credit, a real‑estate purchase, funding reallocations, and contracts for safety and infrastructure projects. Additionally, the council authorized the purchase of a new front‑end wheel loader and a sole‑source turnout‑gear order.

• Approved July 29 special work session minutes (9-0-0)
• Approved August 19 general bills & claims (8-0-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 16‑25 zoning change for Lot 1, Block 40 (8-0-0)
• Approved Consent Resolutions 25‑180 through 25‑188 (8-0-0)
• Authorized purchase of one new front‑end wheel loader for Streets Division (8-0-0)
• Authorized sole‑source purchase of 10 sets of turnout gear from LN Curtis & Sons (8-0-0)
• Adjourned into executive session (9-0-0)
• Adjourned regular meeting (9-0-0)

Work Session

The Casper City Council holds a work session with informational updates only. Items include an electronic balefill pass update, a Recreation Remix program outcome review, and a Municipal Court Judge's update. No formal votes are scheduled.

• Electronic Balefill Pass PT 1 — information only
• Recreation Remix Program Outcome Review — information only
• Municipal Court Judge’s update — information only
• Agenda review and Council Around the Table discussions

Mayor Pacheco convened a work session on August 12, 2025. Councilors discussed an electronic balefill pass system, the Recreation Remix program, and municipal court diversion outcomes, but no motions were adopted. Staff outlined future actions, including training for the electronic pass rollout in September and a planned presentation of a final paperless system decision in December.

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and final vote on an ordinance amending Section 9.44.020 (Weapons) of the municipal code. They will also consider a second-reading zone change for Capitol Hill Addition, approve consent items including employment agreements for municipal judges, city attorney, and interim city manager, support a land sale to the BLM for the National Historic Trails Center, and authorize several contracts for equipment and construction.

• Third reading: Ordinance amending Section 9.44.020 – Weapons of the Casper Municipal Code
• Second reading: Zone change for Lot 1 and strip adj, Block 40, Capitol Hill Addition
• Consent: New employment agreements for Municipal Court Judges Robert J. Hand Jr. and Lisa Gillespie, City Attorney Eric K. Nelson, and Interim City Manager Zulima T. Lopez
• Consent: $26,069.55 contract with Dewberry Engineers Inc. for GIS quality assurance for 2025 aerial mapping
• Consent: $83,361 purchase of a wide area mower for the Weed and Pest Division

The council adopted Ordinance No. 15-25, amending the city’s weapons section, passing it 8-1. It also approved zoning changes for Capitol Hill (Ordinance No. 16-25) and Valley West Park (Ordinance No. 14-25) unanimously. The consent agenda passed, including new employment agreements for judges and the city attorney, a land sale to the BLM, procurement of two fire engines, a $26,069 GIS contract, a $37,000 skatepark change order, and an $83,361 mower purchase.

• Approved Ordinance No. 15-25 amending weapons code (8-1-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 16-25 zone change for Capitol Hill Addition (9-0-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 14-25 subdivision and zone change for Valley West Park (9-0-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-165 new employment agreement for Municipal Court Judge Robert J. Hand Jr. (9-0-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-169 supporting land sale to BLM (8-0-1)
• Approved Resolution 25-173 procurement of two Fouts FB94 fire engines (9-0-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-174 contract with Dewberry Engineers for GIS QA/QC $26,069.55 (9-0-0)
• Approved Consent Minute Action A.2 purchase of one wide area mower for $83,361 (9-0-0)

Pre-Meeting

The Casper City Council will hold a pre-meeting to discuss the David Street Station Maintenance Agreement and a reallocation of CHA One Cent funding. The meeting also includes an agenda review for the upcoming regular council meeting.

• David Street Station Maintenance Agreement
• CHA One Cent Funding Reallocation
• Agenda Review

City Council

The Casper City Council will hold a special meeting that adjourns into an executive session. The session will be limited to personnel matters. No other agenda items are listed.

• Adjourn into executive session – personnel

The council excused an absent member, entered an executive session to discuss personnel, exited the session, and then adjourned the special meeting. All actions were approved unanimously (8-0-0). No substantive policy or budget decisions were made.

• Excused Larson's absence (8-0-0)
• Adjourned into executive session (8-0-0)
• Adjourned out of executive session (8-0-0)
• Adjourned special meeting (8-0-0)

Work Session

The Casper City Council holds a special work session to discuss several items. They will consider moving forward with an RFP for opioid settlement funds, seek direction on a CBC remodeling update, and discuss a potential loan with the Casper Housing Authority. The council will also receive information on priority-based budgeting.

• Opioid Settlement Committee RFP (move forward for approval)
• CBC Remodel Update (direction requested)
• Potential Loan with Casper Housing Authority (direction requested)
• Priority Based Budgeting (information only)

The council directed staff to revise the Opioid Settlement Committee RFP to allow multi‑year proposals. It approved awarding Phase 2 construction contracts for the Casper Building Complex and supported the proposed Certificate of Participation financing for Phase 3, also authorizing a $1.7 M line of credit. The council gave its thumbs‑up to a $1 M loan to the Casper Housing Authority and endorsed continuation of the priority‑based budgeting program.

• Amend Opioid Settlement Committee RFP language to allow multi‑year proposals – approved
• Award Phase 2 construction contracts for Casper Building Complex – approved
• Support Certificate of Participation financing for Phase 3 of CBC – approved (formal resolution later)
• Open $1.7 M line of credit for CBC contingency – approved
• Approve $1 M loan to Casper Housing Authority for Wyoming National Bank building – approved
• Continue implementation of Priority‑Based Budgeting program – approved
• Direct staff to follow up on Coates Road issue – approved
• Send OYD code amendments to work session then council for three readings – approved

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Casper City Council with only three agenda items: roll call, adjournment into executive session for personnel, and adjournment. No public business or decisions are scheduled.

• Adjourn into executive session for personnel matters

The council voted to adjourn into an executive session to discuss personnel, then to adjourn out of that session, and finally to adjourn the special meeting. All three motions were approved unanimously.

• Adjourn into Executive Session to discuss personnel approved (9-0-0)
• Adjourn out of Executive Session approved (8-0-0)
• Adjournment of Special Meeting approved (9-0-0)

Work Session

The Casper City Council work session will discuss several items, including a request for direction on the Trail Center land. The council will also receive design information for the North Platte Pedestrian Bridge and consider approval of new rates and a facility fee for Hogadon. The meeting includes routine follow‑up, agenda review, and a council discussion segment.

• Trail Center Land – direction requested (40 min)
• North Platte Pedestrian Bridge – design information only (20 min)
• Hogadon Rates and Facility Fee – move forward for approval (30 min)

The council voted to maintain the 65% cost‑recovery target for Hogadon and to keep the 10% facility fee. It approved the staff‑proposed ski‑area rates, discontinued the preseason discount, and accepted an installment payment plan. The council also gave a thumbs‑up to move the Trail Center land issue forward for formal consideration and scheduled a special work session and executive session for July 29, 2025.

• Approved maintaining 65% cost recovery target for Hogadon (thumbs up)
• Approved maintaining 10% facility fee for Hogadon (thumbs up)
• Approved staff‑proposed Hogadon ski rates (thumbs up)
• Discontinued Hogadon preseason discount (thumbs up)
• Approved installment payment plan for Hogadon (thumbs up)
• Gave thumbs up to move Trail Center land item forward as a resolution for regular council meeting
• Decided to hold a special work session on July 29, 2025
• Decided to hold a special meeting/executive session on July 29, 2025

City Council

The City Council is convening for a special meeting. The agenda consists of a roll call and an executive session regarding personnel.

• Executive session regarding personnel

The council voted to enter an Executive Session to discuss personnel matters, then later voted to exit that session. Finally, the council approved adjourning the special meeting. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved adjournment into Executive Session to discuss personnel (9-0-0)
• Approved adjournment out of Executive Session (9-0-0)
• Approved adjournment of the special meeting (9-0-0)

City Council

The Casper City Council will hold a public hearing on a zone change for Capitol Hill Addition and consider second reading of a weapons code amendment. Key resolutions include a 16-mill annual assessment on downtown commercial property contingent on voter approval, a contract for Fire Station No. 1 design, and acceptance of opioid settlement funds. The council will also vote on sale of city-owned properties and third readings on sidewalk obstructions and driver's license restrictions.

• Public hearing on rezone of 711 East Collins from C-2 to C-4 (Highway Business)
• Second reading of ordinance amending weapons section of municipal code (9.44.020)
• Resolution to impose 16-mill annual assessment on downtown commercial property (contingent on voter approval)
• Contract with Arete Design Group for design services for Fire Station No. 1
• Sale of city-owned properties: Lot 1-4 Robertson Road Addition ($536,174.40) and Lot 5A Casper Addition ($15,000)

The Casper City Council approved the meeting minutes, general bills totaling $5,044,909.93, and conflict claims. It adopted a zone change for a Capitol Hill lot and approved multiple ordinances, including a subdivision, weapons code amendment, and sidewalk obstruction amendment. The council also accepted a high bid of $536,174.40 for city‑owned Lot 1‑4 on Robertson Road. All actions were recorded with vote tallies.

• Approved July 15 meeting minutes (8-0-1)
• Approved July 15 General Bills & Claims totaling $5,044,909.93 (8-0-1)
• Approved Conflict Claims (7-0-2)
• Approved zone change for Lot 1, Block 40 Capitol Hill Addition (9-0-0)
• Approved Valley West Park subdivision and zone change (9-0-0)
• Approved amendment to weapons code (8-1-0)
• Approved amendment to sidewalk obstruction code (8-1-0)
• Accepted high bid $536,174.40 for Lot 1‑4 Robertson Road Addition (7-2-0)

Pre-Meeting

The Casper City Council will hold a pre-meeting to discuss proposed changes to Hogadon ski area rates and facility fees, followed by a review of the full meeting agenda. No votes will be taken; this is a discussion session to prepare for the regular council meeting.

• Hogadon Rates & Facility Fee: proposed changes to ski area pricing and a facility fee (no specific amounts in agenda)
• Agenda Review: council members review the items scheduled for the regular meeting

City Council

The City Council is convening for a special meeting. The agenda consists of a roll call and an executive session regarding personnel.

Work Session

The Casper City Council will discuss options for disposing of city‑owned properties and will review the Stormwater Enterprise. The meeting also includes routine follow‑up, agenda review, and a council discussion segment.

• Potential disposal of city‑owned properties – direction requested
• Stormwater Enterprise – direction requested

The council directed that the proposed sales of the city‑owned parcels at 13th & Locust and on Trevett Lane be removed from the consent agenda and placed on the regular council agenda for further discussion. The council also approved a contract with CEPI for a $35,000‑$40,000 study to evaluate creating a dedicated stormwater utility and enterprise fund. No vote tallies were recorded for either action. The meeting was adjourned at 8:29 p.m.

• Removed Trevett Lane and 13th & Locust property sales from consent agenda, placed on regular agenda
• Approved CEPI contract for $35‑$40 k stormwater utility feasibility study

Pre-Meeting

This is a pre-meeting of the Casper City Council, where members will discuss an Oxy Grant and lighting improvements at Buckboard Park. The agenda also includes a review of the main meeting agenda. No formal decisions are being made; this is a discussion session.

• Discussion of Oxy Grant (10 min)
• Discussion of Buckboard Park Lighting (10 min)
• Agenda Review (5 min)

City Council

The Casper City Council will vote on several equipment purchases and liquor license transfers. The body is also reviewing ordinances regarding weapons, sidewalk obstructions, and driver's license restrictions.

• Purchase of two Fouts Fire Engines from SeaWestern Emergency Vehicles for $1,417,000.00
• Purchase of one new front-end wheel loader for $381,254.00
• New Resort Liquor License for Hyatt Place Casper at 407 North Walsh
• Public hearing for Valley West Park Addition subdivision vacation, final plat, and zone change
• Proposed rezone of 711 East Collins from C-2 (General Business) to C-4 (Highway Business)

The Casper City Council approved several items, including the minutes from the June 17 meeting and the July 1 Bills & Claims. They set a July 15 public hearing for a rezoning request at 711 East Collins and passed multiple ordinances, notably a weapons code amendment. The council also approved major procurement actions, such as buying two fire engines for $1,417,000 and a front‑end wheel loader for $381,254.

• Approved June 17 meeting minutes (9-0-0)
• Approved July 1 Bills & Claims (9-0-0)
• Set public hearing July 15 for rezoning 711 East Collins (9-0-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 15-25 weapons amendment (8-1-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 11-25 vacating parkland (9-0-0)
• Approved consent resolutions (MoU with WY DOT, lease agreements, Motorola project) (9-0-0)
• Approved purchase of two fire engines for $1,417,000 (9-0-0)
• Approved purchase of front‑end wheel loader for $381,254 (9-0-0)

City Council

The Casper City Council will consider consent items including setting a July 1, 2025 public hearing for an ordinance amending the weapons section of the municipal code, adopting a resolution to establish a security screening and deadly weapons policy for city facilities, and authorizing an amendment to the opioid settlement funds MOU with Natrona County. The council will also convene in executive session for personnel and litigation matters.

• Establish July 1, 2025 public hearing for ordinance amending Section 9.44.020 (Weapons) of the Casper Municipal Code
• Repeal and replace Resolution 22-37 with policy on security screenings at Council meetings and deadly weapons in public city facilities
• Authorize Amendment No. 1 to MOU between City of Casper and Natrona County on joint distribution of opioid settlement funds
• Executive session for personnel and litigation

The council scheduled a July 1, 2025 public hearing to consider amending Section 9.44.020, Weapons, of the municipal code. It approved two consent resolutions: one establishing a policy on security screenings and deadly weapons in city facilities, and another authorizing an amendment to the opioid settlement funds memorandum with Natrona County. The meeting entered and later exited executive session to discuss personnel and litigation matters, and then adjourned.

• Established July 1, 2025 public hearing on weapons ordinance amendment (9-0-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-148 on security screenings and deadly weapons policy (9-0-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-149 amending opioid settlement funds memorandum (9-0-0)
• Adjourned into executive session for personnel and litigation discussion (9-0-0)
• Adjourned out of executive session (9-0-0)
• Adjourned special meeting (9-0-0)

Work Session

This work session includes discussion and potential direction on Holiday Square, a review of the Point in Time Count (homeless count), and an informational look at the Ford Wyoming Center pro forma. No votes will be taken, but council may provide guidance on next steps.

• Holiday Square – council direction requested
• Point in Time Count – information only
• Ford Wyoming Center pro forma – information only
• Spectrum visit update – information only

The council reached consensus to host a reduced Holiday Square with about 30 trees, continue aggressive private fundraising, and reassign roughly 480 labor hours to tree‑maintenance tasks. No formal actions were taken on the Spectrum outage discussion, the Point‑in‑Time homelessness count, or the Ford Wyoming Center financial model.

• Approved reduced Holiday Square plan (consensus, no vote tally provided)

Pre-Meeting

At this pre-meeting, the Casper City Council will receive presentations on Trails Center Land, Fort Caspar Admission Fees, and the Mesa Del Sol Addition. The session also includes an agenda review. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Trails Center Land — discussion of potential land use or disposition
• Fort Caspar Admission Fees — review or proposal of fee changes
• Mesa Del Sol Addition — presentation on a proposed subdivision or development
• Agenda Review — overview of items for an upcoming regular meeting

City Council

The council will hold a public hearing and vote on a resolution appropriating funds for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. It also has second and third readings on vacating a dedicated public park and a zone change in South Garden Creek Acres. Several consent resolutions authorize contracts for infrastructure projects and a property tax levy of 8 mills.

• Public hearing on FY 2026 appropriation resolution (July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026).
• Second reading to vacate Stoneridge Addition Block 1 Lot Park as dedicated public parkland.
• Third reading of zone change for Lots 30-31, South Garden Creek Acres #2 Addition.
• Resolution levying 8 mills property tax via Natrona County Assessor.
• Authorizing $115,535.86 discharge of uncollectible accounts receivable balances.

The council approved the June 17 Bills & Claims totaling $1,236,799.64. It set a July 1 public hearing for subdivision and liquor license items. Several ordinances and resolutions, including a tax levy, were adopted on first, second, and third readings. Twelve consent resolutions covering service agreements and projects were also approved.

• Approved June 17 Bills & Claims totaling $1,236,799.64 (7-0-1)
• Established July 1, 2025 public hearing for vacation, subdivision and liquor license matters (8-0-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 12-25 (Sidewalk Obstruction) on first reading (8-0-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 13-25 (Driver’s License restrictions) on first reading (8-0-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-135 appropriations for FY 2025-2026 on first reading (8-0-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 11-25 vacating Stoneridge Addition parkland on second reading (8-0-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 10-25 zone change for Garden Creek Acres on third reading (8-0-0)
• Adopted twelve consent resolutions including tax levy and project agreements (8-0-0)

Work Session

The Casper City Council work session will review follow‑up items, receive direction on a WAM delegate, receive an informational update on priority‑based budgeting, and consider a requested direction on creating a gun‑free zone. The meeting also includes agenda review and a council discussion segment. No contracts, rezoning, or fee changes are on the agenda.

• Gun Free Zone – direction requested
• Priority Based Budgeting – status update (information only)
• WAM Delegate – direction requested
• Meeting Follow‑up
• Agenda Review

The council approved Councilor Gamroth to serve as the city’s delegate to the Wyoming Association of Municipalities, with Mayor Pacheco as alternate. The approval was indicated by a thumbs‑up from the council. No other actions were decided during the work session.

• Approved Councilor Gamroth as WAM delegate (thumbs up)

Pre-Meeting

This is a short pre-meeting agenda with three items: Telecom Franchise, Radiant Resolution, and Agenda Review. No supporting documents or details are provided in the agenda text, so the substance of the items cannot be reported.

• Telecom Franchise — 10-minute presentation
• Radiant Resolution — 10-minute presentation
• Agenda Review — 5-minute discussion

City Council

The City Council will discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget and set a public hearing date for it. The body is also deciding on several zone changes and the creation of a new local assessment district.

• Proposed public hearing on June 17, 2025, for the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget
• Zone change for Lots 30-31, South Garden Creek Acres #2 Addition Subdivision
• Zone change for Lot 1 Tri-View Addition Subdivision
• Creation of Local Assessment District No. 161
• Contract with HDR Engineering, Inc. for a Landfill Diversion Business Plan

The council unanimously approved the May 20, 2025 meeting minutes and the June 3, 2025 bills and claims. It set a June 17, 2025 public hearing for several ordinance amendments and the FY 2025‑2026 budget. Multiple ordinances were adopted, including a parkland vacancy, zone changes, a repeal and assessment district actions. Consent resolutions were adopted, with one councilor voting nay on resolution 25‑133, and the FY 2025‑2026 budget summary was included in the minutes.

• Approved May 20, 2025 meeting minutes (8-0-0)
• Approved June 3, 2025 bills & claims (8-0-0)
• Established June 17, 2025 public hearing for ordinance amendments and FY 2025‑2026 budget (8-0-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 11-25 vacating Stoneridge Addition parkland (8-0-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 10-25 zone change for South Garden Creek Acres #2 (8-0-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 06-25 repealing Ordinance 24‑20 and amending Chapter 8.04 (8-0-0)
• Adopted consent resolutions 25-128 through 25-134; Councilor Larson voted nay on 25-133 (7-0-1)
• Approved inclusion of FY 2025‑2026 budget summary into minutes (8-0-0)

Work Session

The Casper City Council will hold a work session to discuss and request direction on the budget, with a 4-hour time slot allocated. Other items include meeting follow-up, agenda review, and council updates.

• Budget Session Direction Requested – 4 hours allocated for council deliberation.

The work session provided an overview of the FY26 budget, including a $183 M request, capital projects, and enterprise fund updates. No formal votes were taken. Council reached consensus to explore moving money from holiday lighting to turf restoration and instructed staff to investigate the reallocation.

• Directed staff to explore reallocation of holiday‑lighting funds to turf restoration (no vote recorded)

City Council

The Casper City Council will hold public hearings on a zone change for Lots 30-31 in South Garden Creek Acres and an amendment to the current fiscal year budget. Second readings are scheduled for ordinances related to public health businesses, another zone change, and two local assessment districts. A third reading will finalize a zone change for Lot 6 in Block 154 of the Casper Addition. The consent agenda includes numerous resolutions for professional services contracts, easements, funding applications, and a collective bargaining agreement with the fire fighters union.

• Third reading: zone change for Lot 6 E ½, Block 154, Casper Addition (final vote)
• Public hearing: zone change for Lots 30-31, South Garden Creek Acres #2
• Public hearing: Third amendment to the FY 2025 budget
• Resolution: Adoption of Collective Bargaining Agreement (2025-2026) with Fire Fighters Local Union 904
• Resolution: Application for federal funding via Transportation Alternatives Program for First Street Gateway Park Riverfront Pathway (Project 25-022)

The Casper City Council unanimously adopted a amendment to the FY 2025 budget and approved several zoning changes, including lots in South Garden Creek Acres and Tri‑View. It also ratified the collective bargaining agreement for the fire‑fighters union and authorized a water‑line easement for the Blackmore Marketplace development. All votes were unanimous except one conflict‑claim approval (8‑0‑1).

• Approved General Bills & Claims totaling $3,476,166.64 (9-0-0)
• Approved Conflict Claim reimbursement of $52.81 (8-0-1)
• Set June 3, 2025 public hearing for vacating Stoneridge Addition parkland (9-0-0)
• Approved zone change for Lots 30‑31, South Garden Creek Acres #2 (9-0-0)
• Approved amendment to the FY 2025 budget (9-0-0)
• Approved collective bargaining agreement for Fire Fighters’ Local Union 904 (9-0-0)
• Authorized water‑line easement for Blackmore Marketplace site (9-0-0)
• Appointed Laura Angelo to the Investment Advisory Committee (9-0-0)

Pre-Meeting

The Casper City Council will hold a pre-meeting to discuss State Revolving Fund (SRF) loans for the WWTP and Water City Reservoir. The body will also review matters regarding Trail Center Land.

• WWTP SRF Loans
• Water City Reservoir SRF Loan
• Trail Center Land

Work Session

The Casper City Council will hold a work session to discuss and provide direction on several items, including a TAP grant application for the 1st Street Gateway Park, North Casper recreation projects, and priority-based budgeting. The council will also consider moving Budget Amendment #3 forward for formal approval. The meeting includes an update from municipal court judges and routine agenda review.

• TAP Grant Application – 1st Street Gateway Park
• North Casper Recreation Projects
• Community Engagement Priority Based Budgeting
• Budget Amendment #3
• Municipal Court Judges’ Update

The council gave its approval to apply for the Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) grant to fund the 1st Street Gateway Park pedestrian bridge project. The decision followed a presentation by COO Tom Brauer, who explained the grant’s 10% match requirement and the June 27 design‑submission deadline. No vote tally was recorded in the minutes.

• Approved applying for TAP grant for 1st Street Gateway Park (no vote recorded)

City Council

The Casper City Council will approve the minutes from the April 15 meeting and consider several bills and claims. It will establish a May 20 public hearing to consider Fiscal 2025 Budget Amendment #3 and to rezone Lots 30‑31 in South Garden Creek Acres from Urban Agriculture (AG) to Residential Estate (R‑1). The council will also hear multiple ordinances, including repealing Ordinance No. 24‑30 and approving zone changes for two subdivision lots. Several contracts and agreements for city projects, such as a $72,985.20 purchase of roll‑off trash containers, will be authorized.

• Adoption of Fiscal 2025 Budget Amendment #3
• Rezoning Lots 30‑31, South Garden Creek Acres #2 from AG to R‑1
• Repealing Ordinance No. 24‑30 affecting businesses and public health
• Approving a zone change for Lot 1 Tri‑View Addition Subdivision
• Authorizing a sole‑source purchase of six roll‑off trash containers for $72,985.20

The Casper City Council approved the April 15 meeting minutes and the May 6 bills and claims, both unanimously. They set a May 20 public hearing to consider the FY2025 Budget Amendment #3 and a rezoning of South Garden Creek Acres. Several ordinances were approved on first and second readings, covering health code changes, zone changes, and local assessment districts. Finally, the council adopted eleven consent resolutions authorizing contracts and agreements for various city projects.

• Approved April 15, 2025 meeting minutes (9-0-0)
• Approved May 6, 2025 bills & claims (9-0-0)
• Established May 20, 2025 public hearing for FY2025 Budget Amendment #3 and rezoning (9-0-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 06-25 repealing Ordinance 24-20 (9-0-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 07-25 zone change for Lot 1, Tri-View Addition (9-0-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 08-25 local assessment district actions (9-0-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 09-25 creating Local Assessment District No. 161 (9-0-0)
• Adopted eleven consent resolutions authorizing contracts and agreements for city projects (9-0-0, Pollock abstained on 25-102)

Pre-Meeting

At this pre-meeting, the Casper City Council will discuss the tentative proposed budget summary for the upcoming fiscal year. They will also receive presentations on the Blue Peak Fiber Optic project, the Fort Caspar State Park Assessment, and a Health Department funding request. The meeting is for discussion and agenda review prior to a formal meeting.

• Tentative Proposed Budget Summary (5-min presentation)
• Blue Peak Fiber Optic project (10-min discussion)
• Fort Caspar State Park Assessment (5-min presentation)
• Health Department Funding Request (5-min presentation)
• Agenda Review (5-min)

Work Session

The Casper City Council will discuss its upcoming priorities and adopt cost‑containment measures. The meeting also includes an information briefing on radiant nuclear issues, a debrief on open‑container enforcement, and routine items such as meeting follow‑up and agenda review.

• Meeting follow‑up (5 min)
• Radiant nuclear information briefing (20 min)
• Open container debrief – move forward for approval (20 min)
• Council priorities – move forward for approval (90 min)
• Cost containment strategies – move forward for approval (60 min)

Councilors gave staff a thumbs‑up to move forward with expanding the open‑container zone so it reaches the Nicolaysen Art Museum, while keeping Frosty’s excluded for safety reasons. No vote was taken on the requested letter of support for Radiant Nuclear. The remaining agenda items were informational and did not result in formal decisions.

• Approved expansion of open‑container area to include Nicolaysen Art Museum vicinity (thumbs up)
• No vote taken on letter of support for Radiant Nuclear project

Pre-Meeting

This is a pre-meeting agenda for the Casper City Council with two items: a presentation on a NCRJPB Grant Application and an agenda review. The meeting is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. on April 15, 2025, with an approximate end time of 5:45 p.m.

• NCRJPB Grant Application presentation
• Agenda review

City Council

The Casper City Council will establish a public hearing date for a zone change and a local assessment district, and approve contracts for trash abatement services and a parking lot project. The meeting will also include the approval of meeting minutes and the authorization of a new city truck purchase.

• Establish Public Hearing Date for Zone Change and Assessment District
• Authorize Trash Abatement Services Contracts (AAA Landscaping, Brian's Go To Service, etc.)
• Authorize Robertson Road Corridor Study Contract with HDR Engineering
• Authorize Goodstein Parking Lot Phase 2 Project with Treto Construction
• Authorize Purchase of New Half-Ton Pickup Truck ($43,588.00)

The council approved the minutes of prior meetings and paid general bills totaling $4,145,347.12. It set a May 6, 2025 public hearing for a proposed zone change and related assessment district matters, then unanimously adopted Ordinance 05‑25 approving the zone change for Lot 6 E 1/2, Block 154. Thirteen consent resolutions were adopted, authorizing contracts for studies, landscaping, parking, and a Safe Routes to School update, as well as changes to water rates and assessment districts. Additional actions included appointing members to the Opioid Oversight Committee and approving purchases of a pickup truck and equipment lifts.

• Approved minutes of April 1 and April 8 meetings (consent) – motion passed
• Approved payment of general bills & claims totaling $4,145,347.12 – motion passed
• Established May 6, 2025 public hearing for zone change and assessment district items – by minute action
• Unanimously approved zone change for Lot 6 E 1/2, Block 154 (Ordinance 05‑25) – motion passed
• Adopted 13 consent resolutions authorizing various contracts and amendments (e.g., Robertson Road study, landscaping services, parking lot amendment, Safe Routes to School update, water rate changes) – motion passed
• Appointed Carol King to the Opioid Oversight Committee – motion passed
• Approved purchase of one new half‑ton 4x4 pickup truck for $43,588 – motion passed
• Approved purchase of four portable equipment lifts for $55,000 – motion passed

City Council

This special meeting of the Casper City Council is scheduled solely to adjourn into executive session for personnel matters. No other business or public decisions are on the agenda.

• Adjourn into executive session - personnel

The council excused Councilor Larson's absence by minute action. The body entered an executive session to discuss personnel matters, then later adjourned that session. Finally, the special meeting was adjourned by minute action.

• Excused Councilor Larson's absence (motion passed)
• Adjourned into executive session to discuss personnel (motion passed)
• Adjourned executive session (motion passed)
• Adjourned special meeting (motion passed)

Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss snow removal and sidewalk snow removal. The body will also receive information regarding massage therapy.

• Snow removal debrief and sidewalk snow removal information
• Massage therapy information

The council voted to repeal the massage therapy ordinance, removing the practitioner license requirement while leaving other health provisions unchanged. Council also approved staff to move forward with amending the city code to list snow, ice and water as prohibited sidewalk obstructions, with enforcement beginning through education and complaint‑based citations. No other formal actions were taken during the work session.

• Approved repeal of the massage therapy ordinance (practitioner license requirement removed)
• Approved staff to pursue amendment adding snow, ice and water as prohibited sidewalk obstructions

City Council

The Casper City Council will consider approving multiple contracts and loan amendments for water, sewer, and road improvements, as well as a contract for professional services for the North Platte River Pedestrian Bridge.

• Authorizing contract for North Platte River Pedestrian Bridge design services
• Authorizing contract for North Casper Athletics and Recreation Complex improvements
• Authorizing Wolf Creek Road Improvements Phase II contract
• Authorizing contract for water and sewer utility rate study
• Authorizing purchase of 12 foam-filled loader tires for $104,457.12

The council approved the minutes from the March 18 meeting and paid the April 1 general bills and claims totaling $1,769,727.67. Twenty consent resolutions were adopted, authorizing contracts, loan amendments, and service agreements for projects such as the North Platte River Pedestrian Bridge and the Wolf Creek Road improvements. The council also approved a one‑cent payment to the Casper Shooters Club and a $4,104,457.12 purchase of loader tires for the Solid Waste Division. A motion to adjourn into executive session passed unanimously.

• Approved March 18, 2025 minutes (consent minute action)
• Authorized payment of April 1 general bills and claims ($1,769,727.67)
• Adopted Resolutions 25‑68 through 25‑87 authorizing various contracts and loan amendments
• Approved $0.01 payment to Casper Shooters Club for parking lot improvements (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 12 foam‑filled loader tires ($4,104,457.12) for Solid Waste Division (unanimous)
• Item 7.A.6: Councilor Gamroth abstained
• Item 7.A.7: Motion passed despite nay votes from Councilors Gamroth and Pollock
• Adjourned into executive session (unanimous)

Pre-Meeting

The Casper City Council will hold a pre-meeting on April 1, 2025, to receive an update from the Blue Heart Collaborative and discuss a memorial request. The agenda also includes a review of the upcoming council meeting. This is a discussion-only session with no formal votes expected.

• Blue Heart Collaborative update and memorial request
• Agenda review for regular City Council meeting

Work Session

The Casper City Council will consider approving updated park rental rates during this work session. They will also discuss a new membership structure for recreation facilities and receive updates from the LGBTQ Advisory Board and on code enforcement for unsafe structures. No final votes are taken at work sessions; items marked for approval move to a regular meeting.

• Park rental rates — move forward for approval
• New membership structure at recreation facilities — direction requested
• LGBTQ Advisory Board updates — information only
• Unsafe structures/dangerous buildings/code enforcement update — information only

The council approved a revised membership structure for city recreation facilities. Council directed staff to draft a formal resolution for the proposed park rental rate increase to be considered at the next regular meeting. Staff were instructed to bring back a youth bullying prevention policy proposal for future discussion. The City Attorney was authorized to present the policy and related survey to the Health Collective and Health Department.

• Approved new recreation membership structure (thumbs-up vote)
• Directed staff to prepare a formal resolution for park rental rate increase
• Directed staff to develop and return a youth bullying prevention policy proposal
• Authorized City Attorney to present bullying policy and survey to health agencies

City Council

The Casper City Council will consider multiple consent agenda items including contracts for the Marion Kreiner Pool and Park improvements, Sage Park equipment, and the D Street Improvements project. Also up is a third reading ordinance approving a final plat subdivision, and authorization to purchase residential trash containers for up to $99,961.40. A public hearing for a zone change on Lot 6 in Block 154 is proposed to be cancelled and re-scheduled to April 15.

• Cancel public hearing for zone change on Lot 6 E ½, Block 154, Casper Addition and re-establish April 15
• Third reading ordinance to approve vacation and final plat for City of Casper Lot 5A, Block 226
• Authorize contract for Marion Kreiner Pool and Park improvements (GSG Architecture) Project No. 24-051
• Authorize contract for Sage Park equipment (Great Western Recreation) Project No. 25-005
• Authorize purchase of residential trash containers not to exceed $99,961.40

Pre-Meeting

The Casper City Council will present its current priorities and then review the meeting agenda. No specific actions, votes, or contracts are listed on the agenda. The meeting is scheduled for March 18, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Meeting Room.

Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to provide direction on the proposed Capital Budget for Fiscal Year 2026. Members will also discuss a grant application for the Sprinturf LEAP Program and a study regarding the Great American Rail-Trail.

• Proposed Capital Budget Fiscal Year 2026
• Sprinturf LEAP Program Grant Application
• Great American Rail-Trail Study

Pre-Meeting

The Casper City Council will review follow‑up items from recent legislation, consider the Old Landfill Remedy Capital Construction Project, and examine the proposed sale of the Stoneridge property. The meeting will conclude with a brief agenda review.

• Legislative follow‑up discussion
• Old Landfill Remedy Capital Construction Project presentation
• Stoneridge land sale proposal

City Council

The Casper City Council will hold a public hearing on annexing the Patton Addition subdivision and conduct a second reading of a subdivision plat. Among 12 consent resolutions, the council will vote on declaring intent to create Local Assessment District No. 161 for Westridge Improvements Phase II, which would assess costs on benefited properties. A change order reducing the Westridge Phase I contract by $233,572.50 and extending its timeline by 64 days is also on the agenda. Several equipment purchases for the water distribution division, including a $163,150 tandem axle truck, are proposed.

• Public hearing on resolution to annex the Patton Addition subdivision
• Establish March 18, 2025, as public hearing date for zone change of Lot 6 E ½, Block 154, Casper Addition
• Resolutions to create Local Assessment District No. 161 for Westridge Improvements Phase II and to authorize construction
• Change Order No. 3 with Treto Construction reducing Westridge Phase I contract by $233,572.50 and adding 64 calendar days
• Authorizing purchase of one new tandem axle truck with dump body from CMI Teco for $163,150 for water distribution

Work Session

The Casper City Council holds a work session to discuss and provide direction on a Peace in Our Cities program, potential federal congressionally directed spending requests, and a new automated phone payment system. No formal votes are taken at work sessions.

• Discussion of Peace in Our Cities direction request
• Discussion of potential congressionally directed spending requests
• Discussion of automated phone payment system direction request

Special Work Session

The Casper City Council is holding a special work session at the Wastewater Treatment Plant to tour the facility. The meeting is scheduled to begin at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, February 24, 2025.

• Wastewater Treatment Plant Tour
• Meeting location: 2400 Bryan-Evansville Rd

Pre-Meeting

The Casper City Council will meet on February 18, 2025 to review several interim topics. Items include a brief update on vegetation abatement, a discussion of a grant for firefighter safety bailout equipment, and a review of LAD No. 161 for Phase 2 of the Westridge Improvements project. The council will also conduct the standard agenda review before adjourning.

• Meeting Follow-up: Interim Topics
• Vegetation Abatement
• Firefighter Safety Bailout Equipment Grant
• LAD No. 161 Westridge Improvements Phase 2
• Agenda Review

City Council

The Casper City Council will hold public hearings on a subdivision plat, a liquor license transfer, and annual liquor license renewals. Third-reading ordinances include a zone change for Robertson Road Addition, annexation of Patton Addition, and a subdivision for Fort Caspar Academy. The consent agenda contains 14 resolutions covering sewer rehabilitation, a transit bus purchase, bridge repairs, and grant agreements.

Special Work Session

The City Council is holding a special work session for a strategic planning session. No other items are on the agenda.

• Strategic Planning Session (4 hours)

City Council

The Casper City Council will consider and adopt several items, including the approval of minutes, the scheduling of a public hearing on a subdivision and a liquor‑license transfer, and a second‑reading of zoning and annexation ordinances. It will also vote on resolutions authorizing contracts and change orders for the wastewater treatment plant, street‑lighting grant, elevator repairs, and other infrastructure projects. Finally, the council will authorize the purchase of a golf‑course bunker rake for $23,012 and a utility vehicle for $22,009.

• Approve purchase of one golf‑course bunker rake for $23,012 for the Casper Municipal Golf Course
• Approve purchase of one mid‑size utility vehicle for $22,009 for the Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Authorize Change Order No. 2 with Casper Electric for MCC replacements at the Sam H. Hobbs WWTP (Project 17‑081)
• Authorize Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant agreement for the Street Lighting Master Plan (Project 23‑020)
• Approve a zone change for the Robertson Road Addition Subdivision

Pre-Meeting

The Casper City Council will hold a pre-meeting to discuss the Housing Needs Assessment and review the upcoming meeting agenda. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is informational and procedural.

• Housing Needs Assessment presentation (20 minutes)
• Review of regular meeting agenda

City Council

This is a work session for the Casper City Council. They will receive information on Natrona County Collective Health, the Police Department's 2024 liquor license review, and a wastewater treatment plant facilities study. They will discuss direction on a gym divider replacement project and a USTA grant for tennis courts at Washington Park. Additionally, they will consider moving Budget Amendment #2 forward for formal approval.

• Natrona County Recreation Joint Powers Board Gym Divider Replacement Project (direction requested)
• USTA Grant for Tennis Courts at Washington Park (direction requested)
• Police Department 2024 City of Casper Liquor License Review and Report (information only)
• Wastewater Treatment Plant Facilities Study (information only)
• Budget Amendment #2 (move forward for approval)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on zoning and annexations for three subdivisions. The body is also deciding on several liquor license transfers and state-funded transportation contracts.

• Zone change for Robertson Road Addition Subdivision
• Annexation and zoning for Patton Addition Subdivision
• WYDOT contract for Public Transportation Program not to exceed $300,000
• WYDOT contract for Transit Facility exterior rehabilitation not to exceed $75,000
• Establishment of a Sixth Cent Fund and closing of the Redevelopment Loan Fund

Pre-Meeting

This is a pre-meeting with presentations and updates; no votes or decisions are scheduled. Items include introductions, an update on specific purpose tax projects, and the Wastewater Treatment Plant Master Plan.

• Visitor Casper Direction introduction
• Ford Wyoming Center General Manager introduction
• Specific Purpose Tax Projects update
• Wastewater Treatment Plant Master Plan presentation

City Council

The Casper City Council will consider several items in a work session, including a grant request from the Wyoming Governor’s Big Game License Coalition, a quarterly update from the municipal judge, and a diversion memorandum of understanding. The key decision is the approval of the Platte River Commons Master Plan. The meeting also includes routine updates and appointment reminders.

• Platte River Commons Master Plan – move forward for approval
• Wyoming Governor’s Big Game License Coalition grant – direction requested
• Diversion MOU – move forward for approval
• Annual Point in Time Count overview – information only
• Quarterly Municipal Judge update – information only

Special Work Session

The Casper City Council is holding a special work session to discuss legislative topics. The agenda contains only a single item with no further details. This is a procedural meeting with no specific ordinances, contracts, or public hearings listed.

• Discussion of legislative topics (no further specifics provided in agenda)

City Council

The Casper City Council will swear in new councilors, elect a mayor and vice-mayor for 2025, and set public hearing dates for a zone change on Robertson Road, annexation and zoning of Patton Addition, and a replat of Fort Caspar Academy Addition. The council will also vote on multiple resolutions including a speedway lease, a medical director agreement for Fire-EMS, and several tree service and planting contracts. Many items are on the consent agenda.

• Election of Mayor and Vice-Mayor for 2025
• Public hearing for zone change at Robertson Road Addition subdivision
• Public hearing for annexation, plat, and zoning of Patton Addition at 4875 South Valley Road
• Lease agreement with Ray D and Faye Nash, LLC for operation of Casper Speedway
• Medical director physician services agreement with Emergency Medical Physicians P.C. for Fire-EMS Department

Pre-Meeting

This pre-meeting of the Casper City Council is a procedural session to discuss the election of a Mayor Pro Tem and to review the agenda for the upcoming regular meeting. No substantive decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Mayor Pro Tem Election Discussion
• Agenda Review