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DouglasWY averageUS Census ACS
Population
6,400
Per-capita income
$36,820
Median home value
$251,500
Bachelor's or higher
22%
Typical home value $322,055 +2.2% yr/yr · +24.2% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2009–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
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Municipal budget

US Census Annual Survey of Local Government Finances
Total revenue$33.9M (FY2023)
Total spending$21.1M (FY2023)
Taxes$6.5M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$65K (FY2023)
Spending per resident$3,328 (FY2023)

Development activity

Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
20257 housing units ($2.3M)

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Wed Sep 2, 2026 · 07:00

City Council

Memorial Hospital Converse County Boardroom, Douglas
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 09:00

Urban Renewal Agency

101 N 4th St, Douglas
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 16:00

City Council

City Hall Council Chambers, Douglas
Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 09:00

City Council

107 N 5th St, Douglas
Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 16:00

City Council

City Hall Council Chambers, Douglas
Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 16:00

City Council

City Hall Council Chambers, Douglas
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 09:00

Urban Renewal Agency

101 N 4th St, Douglas
Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 09:00

City Council

107 N 5th St, Douglas
Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 16:00

City Council

City Hall Council Chambers, Douglas
Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 07:00

City Council

Memorial Hospital Converse County Boardroom, Douglas
Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 16:00

City Council

City Hall Council Chambers, Douglas
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 09:00

Urban Renewal Agency

101 N 4th St, Douglas
Thu Nov 19, 2026 · 09:00

City Council

107 N 5th St, Douglas
Mon Nov 23, 2026 · 16:00

City Council

City Hall Council Chambers, Douglas
Wed Dec 2, 2026 · 07:00

City Council

Memorial Hospital Converse County Boardroom, Douglas
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 09:00

Urban Renewal Agency

101 N 4th St, Douglas
Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 16:00

City Council

City Hall Council Chambers, Douglas
Thu Dec 17, 2026 · 09:00

City Council

107 N 5th St, Douglas
Mon Dec 28, 2026 · 16:00

City Council

City Hall Council Chambers, Douglas
Mon Jan 11, 2027 · 16:00

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City Hall Council Chambers, Douglas
Mon Jan 25, 2027 · 16:00

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City Hall Council Chambers, Douglas
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City Hall Council Chambers, Douglas
Mon Feb 22, 2027 · 16:00

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City Hall Council Chambers, Douglas
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City Hall Council Chambers, Douglas
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City Hall Council Chambers, Douglas
Mon Apr 12, 2027 · 16:00

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City Hall Council Chambers, Douglas
Mon Apr 26, 2027 · 16:00

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City Hall Council Chambers, Douglas
Mon May 10, 2027 · 16:00

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City Hall Council Chambers, Douglas
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City Hall Council Chambers, Douglas
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City Hall Council Chambers, Douglas

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Wed Aug 26, 2026 · 14:00

General

PO Box 1030, Douglas
Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 16:00

City Council

Council to hold public hearings on conditional use permits for preschool, warehouse, restaurant

The Douglas City Council will hold public hearings on three conditional use permits: a preschool in a residential zone, a warehouse/office in an industrial zone, and a restaurant/sports bar in a business zone. The council will also consider second readings of ordinances on landscaping requirements and elected official compensation, plus action items on community center fees, bid awards for a service truck and street slurry seal, and a parks supervisor position.

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City Hall Council Chambers, Douglas
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING August 24, 2026 – 4:00 PM Thank you for your cooperation in facilitating the public meeting process! **Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities who wish to participate in this public meeting shall be made upon request to the City Manager, at 307-358-3462** **Council meetings are broadcast live on Cable Channel 9 and streaming live on the City of Douglas website** 1. Call to Order, Roll Call, and Pledge of Allegiance 2. Disclosures by City Council Members 3. Approval of General Agenda (Corrections or Additions) 4. Leadership Moment 5. Public Comments a. Neighborhood Safety/Increased Patrols: Tonya Morehead 6. Approval of Consent Docket a. Minutes Regular City Council Meeting: August 10, 2026 City Council Special Call Meeting: August 18, 2026 b. Other – Consent Ordinance 1070: An Ordinance Amending Section 16.5.5 of the Douglas Municipal Code Pertaining to Landscaping, Buffering, and Screening, 2nd Reading 7. Presentations a. Proclamation: Suicide Prevention Month b. Award: Historic Preservation Commission 8. Discussion Items a. Aid-To-Others: The Gathering (Blessings in a Backpack) b. Landfill Fees: Waive for Special Circumstances c. Ordinance 1072: Child Safety Zones d. Endowment: Wyoming Community Foundation 9. Public Hearing a. Resolution 2026-35: A Resolution Authorizing a Conditional Use Permit for Kelsi Gilmore to Operate a Pre-School in an R-2 …
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Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 14:30

City Council

City Council to receive water update from Ben Jordan

This is a work shop meeting of the Douglas City Council. The only agenda item is a water update presented by Ben Jordan. No decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

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101 N 4th St, Douglas
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WORK SHOP CITY COUNCIL MEETING August 24, 2026 – 2:30 PM Thank you for your cooperation in facilitating the public meeting process! **Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities who wish to participate in this public meeting shall be made upon request to the City Manager, at 307-358-3462** **Council meetings are broadcast live on Cable Channel 9 and streaming live on the City of Douglas website** 1. Water: Ben Jordan a. Water Update Monday, August 24, 2026 Call to Order at: Meeting Adjourned at:
Fri Aug 21, 2026 · 17:00

City Council

City Council meeting is solely a procedural employee BBQ event

This meeting consists only of a City Employee BBQ with no legislative or policy items. The agenda contains no ordinances, resolutions, contracts, or public hearings for discussion or action.

Washington Park, Douglas
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POSSIBLE QUORUM CITY COUNCIL MEETING August 21, 2026 – 5:00 PM Thank you for your cooperation in facilitating the public meeting process! **Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities who wish to participate in this public meeting shall be made upon request to the City Manager, at 307-358-3462** **Council meetings are broadcast live on Cable Channel 9 and streaming live on the City of Douglas website** 1. City Employee BBQ Friday, August 21, 2026 Call to Order at: Meeting Adjourned at:
Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 09:00

City Council

107 N 5th St, Douglas
Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 17:00

City Council

Council to discuss HDR Client Appreciation Event

The Douglas City Council is meeting to discuss a single item: the HDR Client Appreciation Event. The agenda contains no other business items.

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64 Golf Course Road, Douglas
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POSSIBLE QUORUM CITY COUNCIL MEETING August 19, 2026 – 5:00 PM Thank you for your cooperation in facilitating the public meeting process! **Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities who wish to participate in this public meeting shall be made upon request to the City Manager, at 307-358-3462** **Council meetings are broadcast live on Cable Channel 9 and streaming live on the City of Douglas website** 1. HDR Client Appreciation Event Wednesday, August 19, 2026 Call to Order at: Meeting Adjourned at:
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 14:00

City Council

Douglas City Council special meeting: executive session only

This is a special-called City Council meeting with a single substantive item: an executive session. The agenda contains no public action items, votes, or discussion topics; it is limited to roll call, disclosures, agenda approval, the closed session, and adjournment.

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101 N 4th St, Douglas
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SPECIAL CALL CITY COUNCIL MEETING August 18, 2026 – 2:00 PM Thank you for your cooperation in facilitating the public meeting process! **Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities who wish to participate in this public meeting shall be made upon request to the City Manager, at 307-358-3462** **Council meetings are broadcast live on Cable Channel 9 and streaming live on the City of Douglas website** 1. Call to Order, Roll Call, and Pledge of Allegiance 2. Disclosures by City Council Members 3. Approval of General Agenda (Corrections or Additions) 4. Executive Session 5. Adjourn Tuesday, August 18, 2026 Call to Order at: Meeting Adjourned at:
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City Council Special Call Minutes August 18, 2026 1. Call to Order, Roll Call, and Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Pexton called the meeting to order at approximately 2:00 p.m. Roll call was taken with the following City Council members present: Kim Pexton, Ron McNare, Matthew Schmidt, Joel Weeks. Perry Hershberger was absent. 2. Disclosures by City Council Members None. 3. Approval of General Agenda (Corrections or Additions) Councilmember Weeks moved to approve the general agenda as presented. Seconded by Councilmember Schmidt. Motion carried 4-0. 4. Executive Session Councilmember McNare moved to move to adjourn into executive session for the purpose of considering the appointment, employment, right to practice, dismissal, complaints or charges against a public officer, professional person or employee, in accordance with W.S. § 16-4-405(a)(ii). Seconded by Councilmember Weeks. Motion carried 4-0. 5. Adjourn Meeting adjourned at approximately 2:02 P.M. Kim Pexton, Mayor ATTEST: Devon Litzsinger, City Clerk Published: August 26, 2026
Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 17:30

Planning & Zoning Commission

Commission to review day care, warehouse, restaurant permits and landscape code

The Douglas Planning and Zoning Commission will review three development applications and a proposed landscape code update, then forward recommendations to the city council on August 24. The commission is advisory; final decisions rest with the council. Applicants are encouraged to attend both meetings.

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101 N. 4th Street, Douglas
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REGULAR PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING August 17, 2026 – 5:30 PM Planning and Zoning Commission meetings are recorded and broadcast live on cable channel 9. The Planning and Zoning Commission is an advisory body to the city council. Items appearing on this agenda will be considered by the city council on August 24, 2026. All applicants are strongly encouraged to attend both meetings. I. Call to Order II. Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call IV. Approval of the Agenda V. Approval of the Minutes A. Planning & Zoning Commission Minutes: July 20, 2026 VI. Planning and Zoning Matters A. CUP2026-0004: Application Kelsi Gilmore to the City of Douglas for a conditional use permit to operate a day care in an R-1 Neighborhood Residential Zone at 1430 Meadow Lane (Stone River Meadows, Lot 10). B. DEV2026-0004: Application by Marc Andreen for a Type B Development to build a warehouse and office in an I Industrial Zone at 180 Elkhorn Way (Elkhorn Subdivision, Lot 4). C. DEV2026-0005: Application by Jensen Davenport Architects - Sokhour Seng for a Type B Development to build a restaurant and sports bar in a B-2 General Business Zone at 5 Cinch Loop (7 Trails Commercial South, Lot 4). VII. Code Considerations A. ORD 1070 Landscape Code (Water Conservation) VIII. Staff Report – City Council Action on Forwarded Items A. CUP2026-0003: Application by McKenzie Burgener for approval of a conditional use permit to operate a pre-school in an R-1 Neighborhood …
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Sat Aug 15, 2026 · 08:00

City Council

City Council holds possible quorum meeting for Wyoming State Fair Parade

The Douglas City Council is meeting on August 15, 2026, at 8:00 AM for a possible quorum meeting. The only agenda item is the Wyoming State Fair Parade, which takes place the same day. No decisions or substantive discussions are listed beyond the parade event.

City of Douglas Annex, Douglas
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POSSIBLE QUORUM CITY COUNCIL MEETING August 15, 2026 – 8:00 AM Thank you for your cooperation in facilitating the public meeting process! **Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities who wish to participate in this public meeting shall be made upon request to the City Manager, at 307-358-3462** **Council meetings are broadcast live on Cable Channel 9 and streaming live on the City of Douglas website** 1. Wyoming State Fair Parade Saturday, August 15, 2026 Call to Order at: Meeting Adjourned at:
Fri Aug 14, 2026 · 16:00

City Council

City Council holds procedural meet-and-greet with new city manager

The Douglas City Council is meeting for a possible quorum session that includes only a meet-and-greet with the city manager. No substantive decisions, ordinances, or public hearings are scheduled.

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Converse County Library, Douglas
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POSSIBLE QUORUM CITY COUNCIL MEETING August 14, 2026 – 4:00 PM Thank you for your cooperation in facilitating the public meeting process! **Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities who wish to participate in this public meeting shall be made upon request to the City Manager, at 307-358-3462** **Council meetings are broadcast live on Cable Channel 9 and streaming live on the City of Douglas website** 1. City Manager Meet & Greet Friday, August 14, 2026 Call to Order at: Meeting Adjourned at:
Fri Aug 14, 2026 · 10:00

City Council

City Council tours Community Center, no votes or decisions planned

This is a procedural meeting with a possible quorum. The only agenda item is a walk-through of the Community Center. No ordinances, contracts, or public hearings are scheduled.

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Community Center, Douglas
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POSSIBLE QUORUM CITY COUNCIL MEETING August 14, 2026 – 10:00 AM Thank you for your cooperation in facilitating the public meeting process! **Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities who wish to participate in this public meeting shall be made upon request to the City Manager, at 307-358-3462** **Council meetings are broadcast live on Cable Channel 9 and streaming live on the City of Douglas website** 1. Community Center Walk Through Friday, August 14, 2026 Call to Order at: Meeting Adjourned at:
Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 14:15

General

PO Box 1030, Douglas
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 14:15

General

PO Box 1030, Douglas
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 14:00

General

PO Box 1030, Douglas
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 09:00

Urban Renewal Agency

101 N 4th St, Douglas
Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 14:00

City Council

City Council workshop on Community Center operations

This is a workshop meeting of the Douglas City Council, with a single agenda item: discussion of Community Center operations. No formal decisions or votes are listed; the meeting is for discussion only.

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101 N 4th St, Douglas
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WORK SHOP CITY COUNCIL MEETING August 10, 2026 – 2:00 PM Thank you for your cooperation in facilitating the public meeting process! **Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities who wish to participate in this public meeting shall be made upon request to the City Manager, at 307-358-3462** **Council meetings are broadcast live on Cable Channel 9 and streaming live on the City of Douglas website** 1. Community Center a. Community Center: Operations Monday, August 10, 2026 Call to Order at: Meeting Adjourned at:
Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 16:00

City Council

Council to vote on pay raises, truck purchases, and child safety zones

The Douglas City Council will consider several action items, including ordinances on elected official compensation and child safety zones, as well as purchases for a dump/plow truck, a refuse truck, and a skid steer. They will also discuss staffing for a Parks Supervisor and a possible city purchase of acres for sale. The meeting includes routine consent items and public comment periods.

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✓ Decided: Council approves child safety zone ordinance, truck purchases, and pay raise

The Douglas City Council approved several items, including a first reading of Ordinance 1073 to increase elected officials' compensation (Mayor Pexton abstained), a first reading of Ordinance 1070 on landscaping and buffering, and a resolution for a WWDO Level III Grant. They also approved a school resource officer MOU, and purchases of a dump/plow truck ($322,358), a refuse truck ($278,200), and a skid steer ($71,907). An item on selling city-owned land was moved to executive session.

City Hall Council Chambers, Douglas
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING August 10, 2026 – 4:00 PM Thank you for your cooperation in facilitating the public meeting process! **Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities who wish to participate in this public meeting shall be made upon request to the City Manager, at 307-358-3462** **Council meetings are broadcast live on Cable Channel 9 and streaming live on the City of Douglas website** 1. Call to Order, Roll Call, and Pledge of Allegiance 2. Disclosures by City Council Members 3. Approval of General Agenda (Corrections or Additions) 4. Leadership Moment 5. Public Comments 6. Approval of Consent Docket a. Minutes City Council Regular Meeting: July 27, 2026 b. Bills & Claims Warrant Register: July 2026 c. Other – Consent 7. Presentations a. Award: Historic Preservation Commission 8. Discussion Items a. Staffing: Parks Supervisor b. Acres for Sale: City Purchase Consideration c. Ordinance 1072: Child Safety Zones 9. Tabled Items a. Ordinance 1070: An Ordinance Amending Section 16.5.5 of the Douglas Municipal Code Pertaining to Landscaping, Buffering, and Screening 10. Council Action Items a. Resolution 2026-33: WWDO Level III Grant Application b. MOU: School Resource Officer c. Purhcase: 2026/27 Freightliner Dump/Plow Truck d. Purchase: 2026/27 Freightliner 27-yard Side Load Refuse truck, Unit #701 e. Purchase: 2026 Skid Steer/Loader, Unit #144 f. Ordinance1073: An ordinance amending Chapter 2.84 of Title 2 of …
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City Council Regular Minutes August 10, 2026 1. Call to Order, Roll Call, and Pledge of Allegiance Roll call was taken with the following City Council members present: Kim Pexton, Ron McNare, Perry Hershberger, Matthew Schmidt, Joel Weeks. Also present: Michele Carter, Interim City Manager/Human Resources Director; Mike Armstrong, City Attorney; Clara Chaffin, Community Development Director; Devon Litzsinger, City Clerk; Avery Cowardin, Interim Chief of Police; John Harbarger, Public Works Director; Mary Nicol, Administrative Services Director/Treasurer; Brandon Frye, Parks and Recreation Director; and Linda Doane, Deputy City Clerk. Mayor Pexton led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance. 2. Disclosures by City Council Members Mayor Pexton abstained from item 10F: Ordinance 1073. 3. Approval of General Agenda (Corrections or Additions) Councilmember McNare requested to move item 8B: Acres for Sale to executive session. Councilmember Hershberger requested to remove item 7A: Award. Councilmember Hershberger moved to approve the general agenda with corrections. Seconded by Councilmember Schmidt. Motion carried 5-0. 4. Leadership Moment None. 5. Public Comments Mike Hagemann commented on the community center. Aaron Lore commented on leaks at the Douglas Municipal Waterpark. 6. Approval of Consent Docket Councilmember Weeks moved to approve the consent docket as presented. Seconded by Councilmember McNare. Mot …
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Fri Aug 7, 2026 · 15:00

City Council

City Council holds retirement party, no official business

This meeting is a retirement party with no official city business on the agenda. The council may have a quorum present but no decisions or discussions are scheduled.

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Bartling Park, Douglas
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POSSIBLE QUORUM CITY COUNCIL MEETING August 7, 2026 – 3:00 PM Thank you for your cooperation in facilitating the public meeting process! **Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities who wish to participate in this public meeting shall be made upon request to the City Manager, at 307-358-3462** **Council meetings are broadcast live on Cable Channel 9 and streaming live on the City of Douglas website** 1. Retirement Party Friday, August 7, 2026 Call to Order at: Meeting Adjourned at:
Wed Aug 5, 2026 · 07:00

City Council

Memorial Hospital Converse County Boardroom, Douglas
Wed Jul 29, 2026 · 15:00

General

PO Box 1030, Douglas
Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 14:30

City Council

City Council to consider ordinance amending landscaping and screening rules

The City Council will meet to discuss and consider Ordinance 1070. This ordinance proposes amendments to Section 16.5.5 of the Douglas Municipal Code regarding landscaping, buffering, and screening.

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101 N 4th St, Douglas
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING July 27, 2026 – 2:30 PM Thank you for your cooperation in facilitating the public meeting process! **Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities who wish to participate in this public meeting shall be made upon request to the City Manager, at 307-358-3462** **Council meetings are broadcast live on Cable Channel 9 and streaming live on the City of Douglas website** 1. Ordinance 1070: An Ordinance Amending Section 16.5.5 of the Douglas Municipal Code Pertaining to Landscaping, Buffering, and Screening a. Ordinance 1070: An Ordinance Amending Section 16.5.5 of the Douglas Municipal Code Pertaining to Landscaping, Buffering, and Screening Monday, July 27, 2026 Call to Order at: Meeting Adjourned at:
Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 16:00

City Council

Public hearing on conditional use permit for pre-school at 999 Eagle Drive

The Douglas City Council will hold a public hearing on Resolution 2026-32 to authorize a conditional use permit for a pre-school in an R-1 residential zone. They will also discuss council member compensation, bid awards for vehicles and equipment, and an alley on N 9th St. Consent items include approval of meeting minutes and the June 2026 warrant register.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves several vehicle and equipment purchases

The City Council approved a conditional use permit for a pre-school and a liquor license for the Princess Movie Theater. The council also authorized contracts for legal and audit services and accepted four equipment bids.

City Hall Council Chambers, Douglas
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING July 27, 2026 – 4:00 PM Thank you for your cooperation in facilitating the public meeting process! **Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities who wish to participate in this public meeting shall be made upon request to the City Manager, at 307-358-3462** **Council meetings are broadcast live on Cable Channel 9 and streaming live on the City of Douglas website** 1. Call to Order, Roll Call, and Pledge of Allegiance 2. Disclosures by City Council Members 3. Approval of General Agenda (Corrections or Additions) 4. Leadership Moment 5. Public Comments 6. Approval of Consent Docket a. Minutes Special Call: July 13, 2026 Regular Meeting: July 13, 2026 Special Call: July 17, 2026 b. Bills & Claims Warrant Register: June 2026 c. Other – Consent 7. Presentations a. New Employee: Joseph Cowan - Maintenance Worker II Streets and Alleys b. New Employee: George Laird - Maintenance Worker II Streets and Alleys 8. Tabled Items a. Bar & Grill Liquor License: Princess Movie Theater 9. Discussion Items a. Community Center: Operations b. Community Center: Xeric Sod c. Council Member: Compensation d. N 9th St: Alley e. SS4A: Resolution Draft Guidance 10. Public Hearing a. Resolution 2026-32: A Resolution Authorizing a Conditional Use Permit for Mckenzie Burgener to Operate a Pre-School in an R-1 Neighborhood Residential Zone at 999 Eagle Drive (Meadowlark Trails, Lot 8) 11. Tabled Items a. Ordinance …
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City Council Regular Minutes July 27, 2026 1. Call to Order, Roll Call, and Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Pexton called the meeting to order at approximately 4:00 p.m. Roll call was taken with the following City Council members present: Kim Pexton, Perry Hershberger, Matthew Schmidt, Joel Weeks. Also present: Michele Carter, Interim City Manager/Human Resources Director; Mike Armstrong, City Attorney; Clara Chaffin, Community Development Director; Devon Litzsinger, City Clerk; Todd Mathews, Interim Chief of Police; Avery Cowardin, Interim Lieutenant.; John Harbarger, Public Works Director; Mary Nicol, Administrative Services Director/Treasurer; Brandon Frye, Parks and Recreation Director; and Jacob Marcus, Community Center Manager. 2. Disclosures by City Council Members None. 3. Approval of General Agenda (Corrections or Additions) Councilmember Weeks moved to approve the general agenda as presented. Seconded by Councilmember Hershberger. Motion carried 4-0. 4. Leadership Moment None. 5. Public Comments Doyle Davis requested Council keep the stop signs at 5th & Center streets. Mike Hagemann spoke on the community center, requested the Council remove the stop signs at 5th & Center St, and Richards St flood concerns. Shea Burke spoke on an ordinance for sexual predators at public pools and parks. Noah Milmont spoke on pool predators and water restrictions. 6. Approval of Consent Docket Councilmember Schmidt moved to approve the consent do …
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Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 18:00

Planning & Zoning Commission

Commission reviews conditional use permit for a preschool at 999 Eagle Drive

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider an application for a conditional use permit to operate a preschool at 999 Eagle Drive in the Meadowlark Trails neighborhood. The commission will also discuss a resolution titled "Safe Streets For All." Items on the agenda are advisory and will be forwarded to the city council for final action on July 27, 2026.

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101 N. 4th Street, Douglas
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REGULAR PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING July 20, 2026 – 6:00 PM Planning and Zoning Commission meetings are recorded and broadcast live on cable channel 9. The Planning and Zoning Commission is an advisory body to the city council. Items appearing on this agenda will be considered by the city council on July 27, 2026. All applicants are strongly encouraged to attend both meetings. I. Call to Order II. Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call IV. Approval of the Agenda V. Approval of the Minutes A. Minutes: Planning & Zoning Commission June 15, 2026. VI. Planning and Zoning Matters A. CUP2026-0003: Application by McKenzie Burgener for approval of a conditional use permit to operate a pre-school in an R-1 Neighborhood Residential Zone at 999 Eagle Drive (Meadowlark Trails, Lot 8). VII. Code Considerations VIII. Discussion Items A. Resolution: Safe Streets For All IX. Staff Report – City Council Action on Forwarded Items X. Adjournment Monday, July 20, 2026 Call to Order at: Meeting Adjourned at:
Fri Jul 17, 2026 · 09:45

City Council

Douglas City Council holds special call meeting

The agenda for this special call meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific legislative items or public hearings are listed for decision.

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✓ Decided: Douglas City Council adjourns into executive session

The City Council met for a special call and approved the general agenda. The council then voted to adjourn into executive session to discuss personnel matters.

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SPECIAL CALL CITY COUNCIL MEETING July 17, 2026 – 9:45 AM Thank you for your cooperation in facilitating the public meeting process! **Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities who wish to participate in this public meeting shall be made upon request to the City Manager, at 307-358-3462** **Council meetings are broadcast live on Cable Channel 9 and streaming live on the City of Douglas website** 1. Call to Order 2. Disclosures by City Council Members 3. Approval of General Agenda 4. Executive Session 5. Adjourn Friday, July 17, 2026 Call to Order at: Meeting Adjourned at:
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City Council Special Call Minutes July 17, 2026 1. Call to Order Mayor Pexton called the meeting to order at approximately 9:44 a.m. Roll call was taken with the following City Council members present: Kim Pexton, Ron McNare, Matthew Schmidt, Joel Weeks. Also present: Michele Carter, Interim City Manager; and Devon Litzsinger, City Clerk. 2. Disclosures by City Council Members None. 3. Approval of General Agenda Councilmember McNare moved to approve the general agenda as presented. Seconded by Councilmember Schmidt. Motion carried 4-0. 4. Executive Session Councilmember McNare moved to adjourn into executive session for the purpose of considering the appointment, employment, right to practice, dismissal, complaints or charges against a public officer, professional person or employee, in accordance with W.S. §16-4-405(a)(ii). Seconded by Councilmember Schmidt. Motion carried 4-0. 5. Adjourn Meeting adjourned into executive session at approximately 9:45 a.m. Kim Pexton, Mayor ATTEST: Devon Litzsinger, City Clerk Published: July 29, 2026
Thu Jul 16, 2026 · 09:00

City Council

107 N 5th St, Douglas
Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 09:00

Urban Renewal Agency

101 N 4th St, Douglas
Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 13:15

City Council

Council will handle routine procedural matters and an executive session

The Douglas City Council meeting on July 13, 2026 consists solely of standard procedural business. Items include a call to order, roll call, pledge of allegiance, member disclosures, approval of the agenda, an executive session, and adjournment. No policy decisions, contracts, or ordinances are scheduled for discussion.

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✓ Decided: Council enters executive session; no public decisions made

The Douglas City Council held a special meeting on July 13, 2026, and approved the agenda as presented. The only substantive action was a unanimous 4-0 vote to adjourn into executive session to discuss personnel matters under Wyoming statute. No public decisions were made; the meeting adjourned into the closed session.

101 N 4th St, Douglas
📄 From the agenda
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING July 13, 2026 – 1:15 PM Thank you for your cooperation in facilitating the public meeting process! **Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities who wish to participate in this public meeting shall be made upon request to the City Manager, at 307-358-3462** **Council meetings are broadcast live on Cable Channel 9 and streaming live on the City of Douglas website** 1. Call to Order, Roll Call, and Pledge of Allegiance 2. Disclosures by City Council Members 3. Approval of General Agenda (Corrections or Additions) 4. Executive Session 5. Adjourn Monday, July 13, 2026 Call to Order at: Meeting Adjourned at:
📄 From the minutes
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City Council Special Call Minutes July 13, 2026 1. Call to Order, Roll Call, and Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Pexton called the meeting to order at approximately 1:26 pm. Roll call was taken with the following City Council members present: Kim Pexton, Ron McNare, Perry Hershberger, Joel Weeks. Also present: Michele Carter, Interim City Manager/HR Director; and Devon Litzsinger, City Clerk. 2. Disclosures by City Council Members None. 3. Approval of General Agenda (Corrections or Additions) Councilmember McNare moved to approve the general agenda as presented. Seconded by Councilmember Weeks. Motion carried 4-0. 4. Executive Session Councilmember Hershberger moved to adjourn into executive session for the purpose of considering the appointment, employment, right to practice, dismissal, complaints or charges against a public officer, professional person or employee, in accordance with W.S. §16-4-405(a)(ii). Seconded by Councilmember McNare. Motion carried 4-0. 5. Adjourn Meeting adjourned into executive session at approximately 1:27 pm. Kim Pexton, Mayor ATTEST: Devon Litzsinger, City Clerk Published: July 22, 2026
Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 16:00

City Council

City Council to consider liquor license and water plant bids

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a liquor license for the Princess Movie Theater. The body will also act on water treatment plant projects and financial aid for 20 local organizations.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $2.1M water plant transmission line bid

The Douglas City Council approved a $2,097,307 bid from Wayne Coleman Construction for the Water Treatment Plant Transmission Line project, authorized a $66,973.60 cost overrun for the Richards Street Bridge, and approved a rental ozone pilot system for the water treatment plant. The council also approved FY27 Aid to Others agreements and tabled a bar & grill liquor license for Princess Movie Theater. Several discussion items were held with no action taken.

City Hall Council Chambers, Douglas
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING July 13, 2026 – 4:00 PM Thank you for your cooperation in facilitating the public meeting process! **Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities who wish to participate in this public meeting shall be made upon request to the City Manager, at 307-358-3462** **Council meetings are broadcast live on Cable Channel 9 and streaming live on the City of Douglas website** 1. Call to Order, Roll Call, and Pledge of Allegiance 2. Disclosures by City Council Members 3. Approval of General Agenda (Corrections or Additions) 4. Public Comments 5. Approval of Consent Docket a. Minutes Special Call: June 15, 2026 Regular Meeting: June 22, 2026 Special Meeting: June 27, 2026 Special Call: June 30, 2026 b. Bills & Claims Warrant Register: June 2026 6. Discussion Items a. Flooding: 2nd St b. S. 3rd Street c. Employee: Performance Evaluations d. WAM 2028: Possibility of Hosting 7. Public Hearing a. Bar & Grill Liquor License: Princess Movie Theater 8. Tabled Items a. Ordinance 1070: An Ordinance Amending Section 16.5.5 of the Douglas Municipal Code Pertaining to Landscaping, Buffering, and Screening 9. Council Action Items a. Aid to Others: American Legion Samuel Mares Post 8, Boys & Girls Club of Douglas, CANDO dba The Enterprise, Care Network of Converse County, Community Action Partnership of Natrona County, Converse County School District #1 Recreation Board, Children's Advocacy Project Inc, Converse Hop …
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City Council Regular Minutes July 13, 2026 1. Call to Order, Roll Call, and Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Pexton called the meeting to order at approximately 4:00 p.m. Roll call was taken with the following City Council members present: Kim Pexton, Ron McNare, Perry Hershberger, Joel Weeks. Also present: Michele Carter, Interim City Manager/Human Resources Director; Mike Armstrong, City Attorney; Clara Chaffin, Community Development Director; Devon Litzsinger, City Clerk; Todd Mathews, Interim Chief of Police; Avery Cowardin, Interim Police Lieutenant; John Harbarger, Public Works Director; Mary Nicol, Administrative Services Director/Treasurer; Brandon Frye, Parks and Recreation Director; Josh Oberlander, Water/WasteWaterChief Operator; and Linda Doane, Deputy City Clerk. 2. Disclosures by City Council Members None. 3. Approval of General Agenda (Corrections or Additions) Councilmember Hershberger moved to approve the general agenda as presented. Seconded by Councilmember McNare. Motion carried 4-0. Councilmember Schmidt entered the meeting following the vote. 4. Public Comments Deanna Byler and Tim Byer commented on the water rates for the Ridgewater Improvement District. Mike Hagemann commented on liquor licenses and aid to others. Noah Milmont commented on the pool privacy and maintenance. 5. Approval of Consent Docket Councilmember McNare moved to approve the consent docket as presented. Seconded by Councilmember Weeks. Motion carried …
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Thu Jul 9, 2026 · 07:00

City Council

206 Walnut St, Douglas
Tue Jun 30, 2026 · 15:30

City Council

City Council meeting will address procedural items only

The Douglas City Council will conduct a call to order, take roll call, and recite the pledge of allegiance. Council members will make required disclosures. The council will approve the general agenda and hold an executive session before adjourning.

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✓ Decided: Council approved agenda and moved into executive session

The council voted 4-0 to approve the general agenda as presented. It then voted 4-0 to adjourn the meeting into executive session to consider personnel matters. No other actions were taken.

101 N 4th St, Douglas
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SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING June 30, 2026 – 3:30 PM Thank you for your cooperation in facilitating the public meeting process! **Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities who wish to participate in this public meeting shall be made upon request to the City Manager, at 307-358-3462** **Council meetings are broadcast live on Cable Channel 9 and streaming live on the City of Douglas website** 1. Call to Order, Roll Call, and Pledge of Allegiance 2. Disclosures by City Council Members 3. Approval of General Agenda (Corrections or Additions) 4. Executive Session 5. Adjourn Tuesday, June 30, 2026 Call to Order at: Meeting Adjourned at:
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City Council Special Minutes June 30, 2026 1. Call to Order, Roll Call, and Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Pexton called the meeting to order at approximately 3:25 p.m. Roll call was taken with the following City Council members present: Kim Pexton, Ron McNare, Perry Hershberger, Joel Weeks. Also present: Michele Carter, Interim City Manager; Mike Armstrong, City Attorney; and Devon Litzsinger, City Clerk. 2. Disclosures by City Council Members None. 3. Approval of General Agenda (Corrections or Additions) Councilmember McNare moved to approve the general agenda as presented. Seconded by Councilmember Weeks. Motion carried 4-0. 4. Executive Session Councilmember Weeks moved to adjourn into executive session for the purpose of considering the appointment, employment, right to practice, dismissal, complaints or charges against a public officer, professional person or employee, in accordance with W.S. §16-4-405(a)(ii). Seconded by Councilmember Hershberger. Motion carried 4-0. 5. Adjourn Meeting adjourned into executive session at approximately 3:26 pm. Kim Pexton, Mayor ATTEST: Devon Litzsinger, City Clerk Published: July 8, 2026

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💰 Federal awards (top 2 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
$23,079LARAMIE RANGE WATER TREATMENT & PLUMBING LLC
Department of Agriculture · REPLACEMENT OF A PORTION OF THE WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM IN THE WELL/
$15,251ONE STOP AUTO PLEX LLC
Department of Agriculture · MEDICINE BOW NATIONAL FOREST-UNAUTHORIZED COMMITMENT FOR TRUCK REPAIR

Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.

🌐 County-level context (Converse County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities2 (2024)
Business establishments465 (4,169 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,010/mo (161 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy15.5% (low numeracy 25% · 2017)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC

City profile

Everything below is drawn from this city’s own public record and primary-source government data. AI-written summaries are a finding aid, not a citable quote.

703
Recorded votes
$33.9M
Annual budget
$65K
Debt outstanding
7
Permitted housing units

The money — in

source: Census gov-finance & state comptroller

Budget

Revenue$33.9M
Spending$21.1M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.

Debt load LOW

Outstanding debt$65K
Debt-to-revenue0.00×
Debt-load index24 / 100
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.

Outcomes — economic mobility

source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids
0.542
All kids
0.515

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