Lincoln County public meetings in 2025
26 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
County Commissioners
The Lincoln County Commission will award a contract for the official county newspaper and review appointments for several county boards. The meeting includes a review of the county audit by Jones-Simkins and discussions on service provider agreements.
- Award contract for official county newspaper
- Appointments for Fair Board, Star Valley Community Board, Building Corporation, Predator Management District, and Afton-Lincoln County Airport Board
- Service Provider Agreement with High Country Behavioral Health for Adult Probation Program
- Joint Water Wastewater Board Contingency and Development Agreement
- Letters of Support for 250 Semi Quincentennial Grants for Afton, VFW 4797, Diamondville, Hamsfork Museum, and LaBarge
The Board of Commissioners approved several board appointments and a road safety planning grant. They also authorized a behavioral health services agreement and the removal of over $9,000 in unpaid taxes from the rolls.
- Approved Star Valley Independent as Official County Newspaper for 2026
- Approved $272,000 SS4A road safety planning grant with $68,000 local match
- Approved agreement with High Country Behavioral Health not to exceed $80,000
- Approved removal of $9,341.73 in unpaid taxes from rolls since December 2014
- Approved sewer services agreement for Lot 8 of K&G Subdivision
- Approved 6-month agreement with City of Kemmerer for South Lincoln Training & Events Center
- Reappointed Tomi Erickson, Leonard Wilford, Nancy Stafford, and Wendy Kirk to Fairboard
- Appointed LouAnn Henderson (Star Valley Community Complex Board), Teresa Frommel (Building Corporation), and Kevin Kilroy (Airport Board)
County Commissioners
The Lincoln County Commission will hold a public hearing for five retail liquor license renewals. The body will also consider several subdivision applications and plat amendments in the Rural and Mixed zones.
- Public hearing for retail liquor license renewals for Ridge Rider Lounge, AJ’s North, Etna Trading Company, Prohibition Outpost, and Neon Tiger Group
- Proposal to vacate open space and amend plat for Double L Ranch III
- Subdivision applications for Onyx Escape, Sage Brush Flats, and Bitter Creek Ranches
- Major Subdivision Final Plat for Star Valley Springs Subdivision (22 lots)
- Amended Subdivision Plat for Riverview Ranchettes Sixth Filing
The Board approved the renewal of four retail liquor licenses and authorized two CDC grant applications totaling $200,000. The Commission also approved three subdivision filings and tabled one plat amendment until February 2026.
- Approved renewal of retail liquor licenses for Boardwalk Development Group, LLC, Crystal Clear LLC, Prohibition Outpost LLC, and Neon Tiger Group LLC
- Approved $125,000 Drug Free Communities renewal grant application from the CDC
- Approved $75,000 Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act grant application from the CDC
- Approved $300 Christmas bonuses for full-time and $150 for part-time employees
- Approved File 405 SS 25 Onyx Escape
- Approved File 406 SS 25 Sage Brush Flats
- Approved File 105 MA 24 Bitter Creek Ranches Sixth Filing
- Tabled File 814 AP 25 Double L Ranch III Vacation of Open Space and Amended Plat until February 4, 2026
County Commissioners
The Lincoln County Commission will review a cooperative agreement with the Wyoming Department of Transportation for road improvements. The body will also consider a resolution to deny a petition for the formation of the Lincoln Star Improvement and Service District.
- Cooperative Agreement with WYDOT for milling, leveling, overlay and striping on Lincoln County Road 207
- Acceptance Certificate IRP-CN12069 project with WYDOT
- Resolution to deny petition for the Lincoln Star Improvement and Service District
- Simplot letter of support
- Town of Star Valley Ranch Resolution 25-11-11-005 regarding live streaming and recording of public meetings
The Board of Lincoln County Commissioners approved a cooperative agreement with the Wyoming Department of Transportation for a road overlay and accepted work on the Strawberry Creek realignment project. The board also approved a letter of support for the Simplot Smoky Canyon Plant and authorized the hiring of a full-time Administrative Assistant for the Planning Office.
- Approved $2,819,400 reimbursement to WYDOT for County Road 207 road overlay
- Approved and accepted WYDOT work on Strawberry Creek realignment project
- Approved letter of support for Simplot Smoky Canyon Plant with BLM
- Approved Resolution accepting withdrawal of Lincoln Star Improvement and Service District petition
- Approved request to advertise for a full-time Administrative Assistant in the Planning Office
- Approved consent agenda, November 4-5 minutes, and vouchers
- Agreed to let Lower Valley patronage dividends be reinvested
County Commissioners
The Lincoln County Commission will review several inter-agency agreements and grant amendments. A separate planning session will address a conditional use permit for a solar array and a residential subdivision application.
- Conditional Use Permit for Lower Valley Energy 1MW Solar Array near Thayne
- Simple Subdivision application for 5 +/- acres near Star Valley Ranch
- MOU with Town of Alpine for maintenance of County Road 12-100 (Old Alpine Road)
- Enbridge service line agreement for the Justice Center
- Grant agreement amendment with CLIMB Wyoming for TANF/CPI program
Commissioners approved a $382,000 congestion mitigation agreement with WYDOT and several smaller contracts for the Justice Center and local celebrations. Two development projects, including a solar array, were tabled at the request of the applicants. The board also approved various county vouchers and an MOU for road maintenance.
- Approved $382,000 WYDOT CMAQ program agreement (adopted)
- Approved $50,000 MOU with Wyoming Judicial Branch for District Court counsel tables (adopted)
- Approved $9,141.93 agreement with Enbridge for Justice Center gas line (adopted)
- Approved $10,000 contract with Wyoming State Parks and Cultural Resources for 250 Semi Quincentennial (adopted)
- Approved $50,000 grant agreement amendment with CLIMB Wyoming (adopted)
- Approved MOU with Town of Alpine for County Road 100 maintenance (adopted)
- Tabled Lower Valley Energy 1 MW Solar Array until February 2026 (adopted)
- Tabled Garrett Chadwick Simple Subdivision until December 3, 2025 (adopted)
County Commissioners
The Lincoln County Commission will review a Contingency and Development Agreement with the Kemmerer Diamondville Water and Wastewater Joint Powers Board. The body will also address requests from the Town of Alpine, Town of Thayne, and the Republican Central Committee to livestream and record meetings.
- Contingency and Development Agreement with Kemmerer Diamondville Water and Wastewater Joint Powers Board
- Final Acceptance Certificate with WYDOT for FY25 Dust Suppression
- Salt River Senior Center freezer options
- Town of Alpine Resolution 2025-046 regarding meeting livestreaming
- Town of Thayne Resolution 2025-10-8 regarding meeting livestreaming
The Board of County Commissioners approved a $500,000 advance to the North Lincoln Hospital District to assist with cash flow. They also authorized a modular sewer facility agreement and funding for a freezer at the Afton Senior Center. A proposal to sell county land to Canyon Road Holdings was tabled for further investigation.
- Advanced $500,000 to North Lincoln Hospital District from tax distributions
- Approved agreement with Kemmerer/Diamondville Water and Wastewater Joint Powers Board for modular sewer facility
- Approved funds to replace one freezer at the Afton Senior Center
- Accepted final certificate with WYDOT for FY25 Dust Suppression
- Tabled Canyon Road Holdings proposal to purchase land by the Justice Center
- Approved consent agenda, October 7-8 minutes, and vouchers
County Commissioners
The Lincoln County Commission will consider several land use permits, including a 1MW solar array and various residential subdivisions. The body will also review road requests from WYDOT and an engineering agreement for sewer treatment and transmission.
- Public hearing for a 1MW solar array by Lower Valley Energy southeast of Thayne
- Engineering Services Agreement with Horrocks LLC for Lincoln County Sewer Treatment & Transmission Line
- MOU for Industrial Siting Dry Piney Helium and Carbon Sequestration Project Impact Assistance
- Major Subdivision Phased Plat for Mountain Estates Townhomes and lots near Star Valley Ranch
- Proposal to vacate part of West Open Space in Double L Ranch III to increase Lot 41 from 12.3 to 76.0 acres
The Board approved a $255,746 contract for sewer treatment engineering and several road requests with WYDOT. The commission also approved four subdivision and plat filings, including Grover Meadows and Etna Ranch Phase I.
- Approved Horrock’s LLC contract for sewer treatment and transmission line engineering not to exceed $255,746
- Approved WYDOT ARS request for Cokeville-Utah State Line County Road 207 Mill & Fill not to exceed $2.8 million
- Approved Wyoming Homeland Security Grant for State & Local Cybersecurity for $62,452
- Approved Gomer Mineral Use Permit with the BLM
- Approved File 204 MS 25 Grover Meadows Subdivision
- Approved File 701 MA 25 Etna Ranch Phase I
- Approved File 817 AP 25 Solitude Phase III Amended Plat
- Approved File 818 AP 25 M & E Hale Family Estates
County Commissioners
The Lincoln County Commission will hold a special meeting to review an audit engagement letter and a request to fill a planner position. The body will also discuss fire closures and board letters regarding the South Lincoln Hospital District.
- Jones Simkins Audit Engagement letter
- Rescinding Fire Closures
- Ratification of Office of State Lands and Investment Board letters regarding South Lincoln Hospital District
- Request to fill Planner position
The Board of Commissioners approved an audit engagement letter and rescinded the 2025 fire ban. They also ratified support letters for the South Lincoln County Hospital District's funding application and authorized the search for a replacement Planner II.
- Approved consent agenda
- Approved audit engagement letter with Jones Simkins for FY25 County audit
- Rescinded the 2025 fire ban effective September 29, 2025
- Ratified two letters for South Lincoln County Hospital District regarding District validation and Emergency Minerals Royalty Grant Funding application
- Authorized pursuit of a replacement for a Planner II
County Commissioners
The Lincoln County Commission will consider a transition from Google to Microsoft and an agreement with WYDOT for Federal Project CD22307. The body will also review a Memorandum of Understanding for the Dry Piney Industrial Siting involving four counties.
- MOU for Dry Piney Industrial Siting with Uinta, Sublette, Sweetwater and Lincoln Counties
- Amendment Two to the Cooperative Agreement with WYDOT – Federal Project CD22307
- Transition from Google to Microsoft
- Workshop with Avenue Consultants regarding Lincoln County Transportation Plan
- Workshop with Blue Spruce representatives
The Board of County Commissioners approved a transition from Google to Microsoft software and signed a memorandum of understanding for Dry Piney industrial siting. The board also authorized hiring for an open maintenance position and approved the FY24-25 Annual Revenue to Expenditures Report.
- Approved transition of software platform from Google to Microsoft
- Approved Amendment Two to WYDOT Cooperative Agreement for Hamsfork Connector (Federal Project CD22307)
- Approved finalized MOU for Dry Piney Industrial Siting with Uinta, Sublette, Sweetwater, and Lincoln Counties
- Authorized hiring for open maintenance position
- Accepted Annual Revenue to Expenditures Report for FY24-25
- Denied request for North Lincoln County to receive an advance on yearly distributions
- Approved consent agenda, September 2-3 minutes, and vouchers
- Approved letter of appreciation for Steven Anderson's service on Afton-Lincoln County Airport Board
County Commissioners
The Lincoln County Commission will consider the formation of a new service district for infrastructure and business attraction. The body will also review several subdivision plats and a cease and desist notice for a business violation.
- Public hearing for the formation of the Lincoln Star Improvement and Service District
- Agreement with Coldwater Group, Inc. for McNeel Power Plant Road Bridge Repair
- Cost Share Agreement for Alpine Boat Ramp and Dock Maintenance
- Lease to Purchase Agreement with Quantum Energy Corporation for Direct Energy System
- Proposed cease and desist notice for High Country Solutions regarding unpermitted commercial operation
Commissioners approved a contract for the McNeel Power Plant Road Bridge repair and allocated $100,000 for behavioral health via the National Opioid Settlement Fund. The board also approved two subdivision plats and a non-cash support agreement for the Alpine Boat Ramp. A proposed energy agreement with Quantum Energy Corporation saw no action.
- Approved $980,000 contract with Coldwater Group for McNeel Power Plant Road Bridge repair
- Approved $100,000 MOU with High Country Behavioral Health from National Opioid Settlement Fund
- Approved participation in National Opioids Secondary Manufactures settlements
- Approved non-cash support MOU for Alpine Boat Ramp and Dock Maintenance
- Approved File 815 AP 25 Alpine Village Subdivision No. 1 Plat 1 Amended 5th Filing
- Approved File 816 AP 25 Double Diamond Family Subdivision
- Approved consent agenda, August 19, 2025 minutes, and vouchers
County Commissioners
The Commission will meet to approve vouchers and assessment roll changes. The agenda includes a financial statement from Treasurer Jerry Greenfield and a projects update from grant proposal writer Mary Crosby.
- Approval of vouchers
- Orders for reduction/addition to the assessment roll
- Financial statement from Treasurer Jerry Greenfield
- Projects update from Mary Crosby, County Grant Proposal Writer
Commissioners approved multiple WYDOT funding applications for pavement markings and delineators. The board also contracted Bintel Incorporated for a Community Wildfire Protection Plan and established open burning restrictions.
- Approved $110,000 HRRRP funding application for pavement markings
- Approved $99,000 HRRRP funding application for CR 204 & 206 markings and delineators
- Approved $87,280.95 agreement with Bintel Incorporated for Community Wildfire Protection Plan
- Approved $50,000 increase and extension to TANF/CPI grant
- Appointed Nathan Fox to Travel and Tourism Committee
- Approved resolution for open burning restrictions starting 5:00 pm August 19, 2025
- Approved $11,000 Forest Service Patrol Contract
- Approved letter to Ombudsmen regarding Uinta Senior Citizen’s Incorporated
County Commissioners
The Lincoln County Commission will meet August 5 and 6 to discuss county business and planning projects. The Planning Office agenda includes a proposed amendment to countywide road standards and several residential and commercial subdivision applications.
- Proposed amendment to Land Use Regulations regarding Road Standards (Chapters 6.16-6.19, 6.11.D.3, and 7.1)
- Golden Acres Major Subdivision: Master Plan for 19 lots and Phase I for 6 lots
- Range View Estates: Minor Subdivision Final Plat for 5 residential lots
- Bedford Meadows Estates: Major Subdivision Final Plat for 8 residential lots
- Decker 3 Subdivision: Simple Subdivision Application for one commercial lot
The Board of Commissioners approved funding applications for a dust suppression project and awarded a transportation plan project to Avenue Consultants. They also approved several liquor licenses, a non-disclosure agreement with Enyo Power Partners, LLC, and an easement for the Justice Center.
- Approved $382,800 application for 2026 CMAQ Dust Suppression Project
- Awarded Upper Valley Transportation Plan project to Avenue Consultants (not to exceed $259,823)
- Approved $1,000 easement with Eli and Amanda Backman for Justice Center drainage
- Approved Non-Disclosure Agreement with Enyo Power Partners, LLC
- Approved Wazi Technical contract amendment for 5% monthly service increase to $6,510
- Approved County Retail Liquor License for Neon Tiger Group LLC
- Appointed Sheila Jones to the Star Valley Community Board
- Approved letter to BLM regarding acquisition or sale of Tract 18 south of Kemmerer
County Commissioners
The Commission will vote on the FY 2025/2026 budget, including the appropriation resolution and the income necessary to finance it. The body will also review mill levies and assessments for Special and Irrigation Districts. A planning matter regarding Bedford Meadows Estates is on the agenda.
- Approval of FY 2025/2026 budget
- Special District mill levies and assessments for FY 2025/2026
- Irrigation District assessments for FY 2025/2026
- Planning matter 117 MA 23 Bedford Meadows Estates
- Financial statement from Treasurer Jerry Greenfield
The Board of Commissioners approved the fiscal year 2025-2026 County Budget, including the necessary income and appropriation resolutions. The budget reflects $2.1 million in reductions due to legislative cuts. Other key actions included funding for affordable housing and airport grants.
- Adopted fiscal year 2025-2026 County Budget
- Approved Resolution to Provide Income to Finance Budget for FY 2025-2026
- Approved Appropriation Resolution for FY 2025-2026
- Approved County Special District mill levies and special assessment requests for FY 2025-2026
- Approved Porto, Cottonwood, Etna, West Afton, Eastside, Dry Creek, and Smith’s Fork Irrigation Districts (contingent on assessment rolls)
- Ratified Part 2 of the Afton-Lincoln County Airport grant
- Approved 5-year lease agreement with South Lincoln County Development for $1,932.00 annually
- Approved $934,980.90 ARPA-funded Affordable Housing Agreement with Canyon Road Holdings LLC
Budget Hearing
The Lincoln County Commission is holding a public hearing to discuss the proposed budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. The proposal includes estimated revenues of $27,843,084.68 and estimated expenditures of $28,022,361.00.
- Proposed total expenditures: $28,022,361.00
- Projected assessed valuation: $904,717,973
- Proposed Road and Bridge allocation: $3,571,794.00
- Proposed Sheriff allocation: $5,428,911.00
- Proposed Jail allocation: $2,401,884.00
The Board of Lincoln County Commissioners conducted a public budget hearing. No formal votes were taken on the budget proposal during this session; the meeting focused on public comments and budget constraints.
- Approved the meeting agenda
County Commissioners
The Lincoln County Commission will meet July 1 and 2 to discuss county business and planning projects. The body is considering several subdivision applications, development agreement extensions, and resolutions regarding nuisances and mailboxes.
- Minor Subdivision Final Plat for VT Ranchettes to create three residential lots
- Development Agreement Revision & Extension for Eagle Crest Subdivision
- Family Exempt Subdivision for Smith-Lyman Family to create four lots
- Request to vacate Lots 1 and 2 of the Mountain Star Subdivision
- Fine violation and permit determination for Star Valley Ranch RV Park
The Board approved several high-value contracts, including a $13.7M Justice Center agreement and a $459,114 airport infrastructure grant. They also authorized funding for a school resource officer and various subdivision filings. A 24-hour alcohol permit for Pine Creek Ski Resort was granted.
- Approved $13,721,416 for Lincoln County Justice Center Agreement amendments
- Approved $459,114 Afton-Lincoln County Airport Infrastructure Grant
- Approved $75,233 MOU for School Resource Officer program
- Approved $80,000 Adult Probation agreement with High Country Behavioral Health
- Approved $80,000 grant agreement with Wyoming Department of Health
- Approved $60,000 opioid grant fund MOU with CLIMB Wyoming
- Approved $41,475 courthouse repair change order
- Approved subdivision filings for Bar VT Ranchettes, Smith-Lyman Family, and Mountain Star
County Commissioners
The Board of Lincoln County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to amend the 2024/2025 budget. The proposed amendments involve interfund transfers for completed contracts and grants.
- Public hearing for 2024/2025 Budget Amendment
- Proposed transfer of $5,719.42 from Fund 10 (County General) to Funds 16/18 (Contracts/Grants)
- Proposed transfer of $13,975.31 from Funds 16/18/19 (Contracts/Grants) to Fund 10 (County General)
- Proposed transfer of $633,937.87 from Funds 16/18/19 (Contracts/Grants) to Fund 17 (County Road Fund)
The Board approved a 2024-2025 budget amendment for interfund transfers and a $68,000 matching grant application for IIJA SS4A. They also authorized a special use lease application for state land to preserve a rail spur. The board agreed to hold a public hearing regarding a proposal to sell county property in LaBarge.
- Approved 2024-2025 Budget Amendment Resolution for interfund transfers
- Approved $68,000 matching fund application for IIJA SS4A award of $272,000
- Approved Special Use Lease application to Wyoming Board of Land Commissioners
- Approved $40,000 grant agreement with Wyoming Department of Health (2025-2029)
- Approved UW compensation agreements for Shar Perry ($26,514) and Deborah Peavler ($67,868)
- Appointed members to Library Board, Planning and Zoning Commission, Recreation Commission, and Travel and Tourism Board
- Approved transition of Ashlynn Condos from part-time to full-time (Grade 15 Step 1)
- Agreed to hold public hearing for proposed sale of county property in LaBarge
County Commissioners
The Lincoln County Commission will meet June 3 and 4 to conduct general business and planning reviews. The Planning Office agenda includes a public hearing on a land subdivision and a request for a project extension.
- Request for a one-year extension for Etna Village Post Apartments on Clearview Drive
- Public hearing for Guslanders, LLC to subdivide 19.70 +/- acres into 2 lots in the Mixed Zone
- Agency update from Lincoln County Library Director Missy Harris
Commissioners approved grant applications for the NextGen 911 Readiness project and a change order for the Transportation Master Plan. The board also granted a two-year extension for the Etna Village Post Apartments and approved the Dec Subdivision 2nd Filing.
- Approved Governor's matching funds and Jobs Act Safe Streets and Roads application for NextGen 911 Readiness
- Approved $9,430.05 change order with Avenue Consultants for Transportation Master Plan work
- Approved resolution setting speed limits for unpaved County Roads
- Approved authorization for Prohibition Outpost, LLC to apply for 24 Hour Catering permits outside County jurisdiction
- Approved two-year extension for File 101 CUP 23 Etna Village Post Apartments Conditional Use Permit
- Approved File 403 SS 25 Dec Subdivision 2nd Filing Simple Subdivision
- Approved letter to Region 8 EPA extending Air Quality exemptions for Naughton Plant
- Approved letter to Rocky Mountain Power requesting an informational meeting
County Commissioners
The Lincoln County Commission will meet to approve vouchers and assessment roll changes. The agenda includes project updates from the County Grant Proposal Writer and a public health agency update. A representative from PacifiCorp will provide an update on Gateway West.
- Approval of vouchers
- Orders for reduction/addition to the assessment roll
- Project updates from Mary Crosby, County Grant Proposal Writer
- Agency update from Madison Wilkes, Public Health Nurse Manager
- Gateway West update from Aleta Brown, PacifiCorp
The Commission approved a grant application for the BRC Program to fund a pipeline within Kemmerer's corporate limits. Other actions included approving scholarships, a seasonal road worker hire, and a lease for the Justice Center.
- Approved $2,958,020 BRC Community Readiness grant application
- Approved 2025-2026 County Commissioners’ Scholarships for William Proffit, Kolter Martinsen, and Cambry Harmon
- Approved hiring a seasonal Road and Bridge worker at Grade 14, Step 1
- Approved $1,190.00 to Town of LaBarge for Little League Scoreboard tourism promotion
- Approved one-year Justice Center Facilities Lease for 2025-2026
- Approved Pictometry International Corp. agreement amendment for 3-inch resolution imagery
- Authorized $3,385.20 budget shift in Coalitions and Collaboratives Sub Award Agreement
- Approved application for IIJA and SS4A matching funds for NextGen 911 readiness
County Commissioners
The Lincoln County Commission will meet May 6 and 7 to handle administrative business and planning matters. The May 7 meeting includes public hearings for three phases of the Etna Ranch subdivision and reviews of several other subdivision plat amendments and exemptions.
- Public hearings for Etna Ranch Phase I (10 lots), Phase II (7 lots), and Phase III (5 lots)
- Amended Subdivision Plat for Argyle Subdivision to move a lot line between Lots 4 and 5
- Amended Subdivision Plat for Auburn Townsite to move a lot line between Lots 1 and 4
- Family Exempt Subdivision requests for Nadine Jensen to create one 3.5-acre lot and five lots averaging 15.8 acres
- Board of Equalization dates discussion with Assessor Debbie Larson
The Board approved a tax levy advance for Star Valley Health to assist with capital expenditures. The commission also established a Travel and Tourism Board and approved several inter-agency agreements and land permits.
- Advanced $454,064 in mill levied funds to North Lincoln Hospital – Star Valley Health
- Approved Resolution to establish the Travel and Tourism Board for Lincoln County
- Approved MOU with Forest Service for Bridger-Teton National Forest Revision participation
- Approved 2025 Annual Operating Plan for Wyoming Interagency Cooperative Fire Management Agreement
- Approved letter to WYDOT terminating project HR23305
- Approved Temporary Use Permit application for aerial survey at Sage Junction
- Approved letter to Rep. Harriet Hageman opposing RMP implementation in Wyoming
- Directed Aesir Energy to coordinate all activities through the Chief of Staff
County Commissioners
The Lincoln County Commissioners will hold two public hearings: one for a malt beverage permit application by AVR On, Inc. dba Alpine Valley RV Resort, and another for a 2025 Business Ready Community Grant application for sewer infrastructure and possible land purchase/lease. The board will also consider consent items (agenda, minutes, assessment roll changes, vouchers), receive a financial statement from the treasurer, and get an update from the county engineer.
- Public hearing for County Malt Beverage Permit — AVR On, Inc. dba Alpine Valley RV Resort at 65 Lunch Counter Lane, Alpine
- Public hearing for 2025 Business Ready Community Grant — sewer infrastructure and possible land purchase/lease
- Consent items: approval of agenda, minutes of April 1-2, 2025, orders for reduction/addition to assessment roll, approval of vouchers
- Financial statement from Treasurer Jerry Greenfield
- Agency update from County Engineer Amy Butler
Commissioners decided not to fund the County Tax Refund Program this year due to anticipated revenue cuts. The board also approved several grants and contracts, including a malt beverage permit for a future resort. A public hearing was held for a proposed Business Readiness Community Grant and Loan Program.
- Declined to fund County Tax Refund Program due to potential budget cuts
- Approved $80,000 Wyoming Public Health Division grant amendment
- Approved application for $76,628 State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program
- Approved County Malt Beverage Permit for AVR On Inc. (pending construction)
- Approved one-year generator maintenance contract with Cummins
- Approved discontinuing insurance coverage with Service First Insurance LLC effective 6/30/2025
- Approved Non-Disclosure Agreement with Mainspring Energy
- Approved letter of intent to WYDOT to amend Project HRRRP FY 23 - HR23305
County Commissioners
The Lincoln County Commission will meet April 1 and 2 to conduct agency updates and review planning projects. The body will consider several subdivision amendments and hold public hearings for a dog boarding facility and a family cemetery.
- Conditional Use Permit for Tjai Training and Boarding dog facility north of Star Valley Ranch
- Conditional Use Permit for a 0.06 +/- acre family cemetery near Cokeville
- Minor Subdivision Preliminary Plat for Range View Estates to create five residential lots
- Amended Subdivision Plat for Argyle Subdivision to move a lot line between Lots 4 and 5
- Amendment to Trail Ridge Subdivision to realign Falcon Drive and add a cul-de-sac
Commissioners approved a $241,200 contract for the 2025 County Road Dust Suppression Project. The board also approved several subdivision filings, conditional use permits, and a cease-and-desist order for land use violations at Double L Ranch.
- Awarded 2025 County Road Dust Suppression Project to Dustbusters Enterprises, Inc. for $241,200
- Approved MOU with BLM for Dry Piney Helium and Carbon Sequestration Project
- Approved $90,000 over 2 years for an Economic Development Liaison position with SLCEDC
- Authorized Cease-and-Desist Order for Double L Ranch land use violations
- Approved File 805 AP 25 Argyle Subdivision Second Filing
- Approved File 807 AP 25 Trail Ridge Subdivision 4th Filing
- Approved File 103 CUP 25 Tjai Dog Training and Boarding
- Approved File 104 CUP 25 Child Family Cemetery
County Commissioners
The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners is meeting on March 18, 2025, to handle consent items and receive updates from county staff. Presentations include the Treasurer's financial statement, a grant proposal update, the GIS/IT director's agency update, and a discussion on an improvement service district. No major decisions, rezonings, or public hearings are on the agenda.
- Consent items: approval of agenda, minutes of March 4-5, 2025, assessment roll orders, and vouchers
- Jerry Greenfield, Treasurer – financial statement
- Mary Crosby, County Grant Proposal Writer – projects update
- Destry Dearden, GIS/IT Director – agency update
- Ed Ekstrom, Criterium Management Co – improvement service district discussion
The Board of Commissioners approved health and insurance coverage for employees and accepted two grants for homeland security and community development. They also authorized a land acquisition process from the BLM and a software agreement with ESRI.
- Approved WEBT as health, dental, vision, life, accident, and disability provider for employees (July 1, 2025–June 30, 2026)
- Ratified $125,000 DFC Grant application through the CDC with no County matching funds
- Accepted $47,899.00 Wyoming Office of Homeland Security Grant with a $47,899.00 County in-kind match
- Approved 3-year Small Government Enterprise Agreement with ESRI not to exceed $72,480
- Ratified letter to Kemmerer BLM to initiate acquisition of lands identified in the Resource Management Plan
- Approved appointment of Caleb Ellis to the Semi Quincentennial Committee through 12/31/2026
- Approved letter to Canyon Road Holdings LLC regarding intent to provide sewer service
- Approved letter to Pinedale BLM Office requesting Cooperating Agency Status on the Dry Creek Helium Project
County Commissioners
The Lincoln County Commissioners will meet March 4–5 to handle routine consent items (agenda approval, minutes, assessment roll changes, vouchers) and receive a Road & Bridge update from Superintendent Matt McCloud on March 4. On March 5, the planning office agenda includes a proposed lot line adjustment for the Scenic View Subdivision Fifth Filing near Afton, along with reports on residential use and wastewater permits.
- Consent items: approval of Feb 18, 2025 minutes; orders for reduction/addition to assessment roll; voucher approvals
- Matt McCloud, Road & Bridge Superintendent agency update on March 4 at 11:00 a.m.
- Scenic View Subdivision Fifth Filing: amend plat to move lot line between Lots 4 and 5, increasing Lot 4 from 9.62 to 10.10 acres, decreasing Lot 5 from 9.74 to 9.26 acres (2.6 miles southwest of Afton)
- Development report: 4 residential use permits (north Lincoln County), 2 residential use permits (south), 0 small wastewater permits, 1 zoning and development permit
- Next meetings scheduled: March 18, April 1, and April 2, 2025 in Kemmerer
Commissioners approved a federal grant for wildfire defense and authorized the hiring of a part-time public health administrative assistant. The board also appointed a new member to the Semi Quincentennial Committee and approved a subdivision filing.
- Approved 2024 Community Wildfire Defense Grant for $165,000
- Approved hiring of part-time administrative assistant for Public Health in Kemmerer
- Appointed Rod Jensen to the Semi Quincentennial Committee (term ends 12/31/2026)
- Approved File 806 AP 25 Scenic View Subdivision Fifth Filing
- Approved letters of support for NRCS RCPP funding for the Salt River
- Authorized Road and Bridge Superintendent to lock in 2025 chip sealing oil prices
- Approved consent agenda, February 18 minutes, and vouchers
County Commissioners
The Lincoln County Commissioners are meeting for a routine agenda including consent items (approval of agenda, minutes, assessment roll changes, and vouchers), a financial statement from the Treasurer, and updates from the Grant Proposal Writer and Economic Development Director. An executive session is scheduled for the afternoon. No specific ordinances, rezonings, or dollar amounts are listed.
- Consent items: approval of agenda, minutes of Feb 4-5, 2025, orders for reduction/addition to assessment roll, approval of vouchers
- Financial statement presented by Treasurer Jerry Greenfield
- Projects update by County Grant Proposal Writer Mary Crosby
- Agency update by Economic Development Director Bob King
- Executive session scheduled for 1:30 p.m.
The Board approved the enlargement of the Bedford Water and Sewer District to include the Welstads. Commissioners also appointed four members to the SemiQuincentennial Committee and tabled an MOU with the SLCEDC. Various administrative letters regarding funding and insurance premiums were approved.
- Approved Enlargement Resolution for the Bedford Water and Sewer District
- Appointed Melody Leseberg, Sherrol Sloan, Nicole Petersen and Alan Stauffer to the SemiQuincentennial Committee
- Tabled MOU with SLCEDC until further notice
- Approved letter to Office of State Lands and Investment regarding Kemmerer/Diamondville Joint Powers Water Wastewater Board funding
- Approved letters to Fair, Library, Weed and Pest Boards regarding health insurance premium increases
- Approved consent agenda, February 4-5 minutes, and vouchers
County Commissioners
The Lincoln County Commission meets Feb 4-5 to handle consent items, hear two public hearings for retail liquor licenses (Neon Tiger Group at 115732 Highway 89, Alpine; Prohibition Outpost LLC at 88065 N. Hwy 89 #3, Afton), and receive an update from Lower Valley Energy on the Crow Creek natural gas line. On Feb 5, the commission considers several subdivision proposals, including the Mountain Estates Master Plan (75.85 acres into 65 lots and 52 townhomes adjacent to Star Valley Ranch) and a development agreement for Bedford Meadows Estates to relocate a cul-de-sac.
- Public hearing for Neon Tiger Group retail liquor license at 115732 Highway 89, Alpine
- Public hearing for Prohibition Outpost LLC retail liquor license at 88065 N. Hwy 89 #3, Afton
- Mountain Estates Master Plan – Major Subdivision Preliminary Plat Amended to create 65 lots, 52 townhomes, parks on 75.85 acres near Star Valley Ranch
- Bedford Meadows Estates Development Agreement – revise cul-de-sac layout 2.7 miles east of Thayne
- Canyon View Subdivision – simple subdivision of 5 acres into 2 residential lots southeast of Afton
The Board approved two retail liquor licenses and provided $15,000 in emergency assistance to the Kemmerer Senior Center. The commission also approved several subdivision files and appointed members to the Semi Quincentennial Committee and Lincoln County Building Corporation.
- Approved up to $15,000 assistance to Kemmerer Senior Center with $5,000 repayment requirement
- Issued Retail Liquor License for Prohibition Outpost LLC (88065 N Hwy 89 #3 Afton, WY)
- Approved Neon Tiger Group LLC Retail Liquor License (contingent on property sale and permitting)
- Approved 24 Hour/Daily Alcoholic Beverage Sales Permit for Logan Wolfley (Feb 21-23, 2025)
- Appointed Shane Johnson and April Corwin to Semi Quincentennial Committee (terms end 12/31/2026)
- Appointed Bobbie Orcutt to Lincoln County Building Corporation (term ends 12/31/2027)
- Approved Letter of Interest with Quantum Energy Corporation for zero cost Energy Survey
- Approved Development Agreement for File #117 MA 23 Bedford Meadows Estates
County Commissioners
The meeting consists of routine procedural items, including approval of the agenda, minutes from January 7-8, 2025, and orders for assessment roll changes. A financial statement will be presented by the treasurer. No substantive policy decisions or public hearings are scheduled.
- Approval of consent agenda including minutes, assessment roll adjustments, and vouchers
- Treasurer Jerry Greenfield to present financial statement
The Board of Lincoln County Commissioners approved a revised agreement for six affordable housing units and a construction easement on County Road 104. They also issued letters of support for a citizen and the Wyoming Highway Patrol, and approved two liquor permits for Pine Creek Ski Resort.
- Approved $927,949.65 agreement with Canyon Road Holdings LLC for six affordable housing units (adopted)
- Approved construction easement agreement with Myers Family not to exceed $5,000 for 2 years on County Road 104 (adopted)
- Approved two 24-Hour Alcoholic Beverage Sales Permits for Pine Creek Ski Resort LLC for Feb 16 and March 15, 2025 (adopted)
- Appointed Ron Anderson and Lane Allred to the Semi Quincentennial Committee through 12/31/2026 (adopted)
- Approved letter of support for Sarah Hale to Senator Lummis (adopted)
- Approved letter of support for Wyoming Highway Patrol hiring in Lincoln County (adopted)
- Approved consent agenda, Jan 7-8 minutes, assessment roll changes, and vouchers (adopted)
County Commissioners
The Lincoln County Commissioners will hold public hearings on enlarging the Bedford Water & Sewer District and vacating/relocating a portion of Strawberry Creek County Road 12-126. On January 8, the Planning Office will present several subdivision amendments and a public hearing on a conditional use permit for a 138,140-square-foot commercial storage facility with 215 units. The board will also appoint officers and approve investment policies for 2025.
- Public hearing to enlarge Bedford Water & Sewer District to include Thomas S. Welstad's property (PT SE4NW4 S27 T34N R118W)
- Public hearing to vacate and relocate a 60-foot-wide portion of Strawberry Creek County Road 12-126
- Conditional Use Permit (111 CUP 24 Heiner Storage Appeal) for a 138,140 sq ft commercial storage facility with 215 units on 12.7 acres near Star Valley Ranch
- Subdivision plat amendments: Star View Estates lot line adjustment; Bridger Forest Ranches boundary adjustment; Auburn Townsite Block 16 & 17 street vacate and lot combinations
- Proposed Land Use Regulation amendment requiring conditional use permits and foundations for shipping containers used as commercial storage countywide
The Board of Lincoln County Commissioners approved a grant application for regional infrastructure and set the 2025 investment policies. The commission also appointed leadership roles for the new year and approved several land use filings.
- Approved $1,480,000 Regional Infrastructure Accelerator grant application
- Adopted 2025 Statement of Investment Policies
- Appointed Kent Connelly as Chairman and Teri Bowers as Vice-Chairman
- Appointed Jerry Greenfield as County Investment Officer
- Increased county mileage reimbursement rate to $0.70 per mile
- Approved 24-hour alcoholic beverage permit for Shriner Chariot Racing
- Approved Star View Estates Fourth Filing (File 801 AP 25)
- Approved Bridger Forest Ranches Amended Eleventh Filing (File 802 AP 25)