Casper public meetings in 2021

City Council

The Casper City Council adopted resolutions setting new rates for wholesale and retail water, sewer, and solid waste collection and disposal services, rescinding prior rate resolutions. The council also approved a resolution authorizing a memorandum of understanding with the Natrona County School District for the transfer of a portion of Highland Park, including existing tennis courts. Additionally, the council approved the transfer of Retail Liquor License No. 26 and authorized the city's participation in national opioid settlement agreements.

• Adopted Resolution 21-178 setting new water and sewer rates
• Adopted Resolution 21-179 setting new solid waste and recycling rates
• Adopted Resolution 21-180 authorizing MOU with Natrona County School District for Highland Park tennis courts transfer
• Authorized issuance of Retail Liquor License No. 26 to FBS Casper, LLC (Pollock abstained)
• Adopted Resolution 21-187 accepting OneWyo Opioid Memorandum of Agreement
• Adopted Resolution 21-188 authorizing Mayor to sign opioid settlement participation forms
• Approved $2,175,015.86 in bills and claims
• Approved six consent resolutions including police vehicle equipment contracts and MPO bicycle plan

Pre-Meeting

The Casper City Council pre-meeting includes a presentation by Tree Suckers and a review of council attendance. The agenda also covers a sole source item regarding irrigation station improvements at the Casper Soccer Complex.

• Sole Source: Irrigation Station Improvements for the Casper Soccer Complex
• Presentation: Tree Suckers
• Review of Council Pre-Meeting or Work Session Attendance
• Agenda Review

The Casper City Council held a pre-meeting work session with no formal votes. They discussed tree sucker regulations, with members agreeing to bring the topic to a future work session. They also discussed guidelines for council attendance at pre-meetings, with staff to draft a formal policy. The sole-source irrigation project for the Casper Soccer Complex was reviewed for a future approval.

• Tree suckers topic to be brought to a future work session (consensus)
• Staff to draft formal policy on pre-meeting/work session attendance (consensus)
• Sole-source irrigation project for Casper Soccer Complex to be prepared for approval at a Council meeting

Work Session

The Casper City Council will discuss potential rate changes for water, sewer, and refuse collection. The council is also seeking direction on the Ford Wyoming Center facility use study and street project priorities.

• Utility rate changes for water, sewer, and refuse collection
• Ford Wyoming Center Facility Use Study
• Street projects priority list
• CY Avenue trees
• North Platte River Park No. 2 Subdivision

The Casper City Council held a work session and supported several proposals, including authorizing up to $30,000 for a Ford Wyoming Center facility use study and backing utility rate increases for water, sewer, and refuse collection. The council also agreed to proceed with funding street projects on 12th, Wolcott, and Mariposa, and to await another proposal regarding Midwest Avenue. Additionally, they agreed to move forward with rezoning and replatting the North Platte River Park No. 2 Subdivision. These are work session agreements, not final votes.

• Authorized up to $30,000 for Ford Wyoming Center facility use study
• Supported 11% sewer rate increase for next two years
• Supported 7% water rate increase for next four years
• Supported refuse collection rate increase of 26.5% in 2022
• Agreed to proceed with funding 12th, Wolcott, and Mariposa street projects
• Agreed to await another proposal from staff regarding Midwest Avenue
• Agreed to move forward with rezoning and replatting North Platte River Park No. 2 Subdivision

City Council

The council will review several contract agreements and set public hearing dates for December. Agenda items include infrastructure projects and the purchase of heavy machinery for city services. A public hearing is also scheduled regarding a new restaurant liquor license.

• $198,504 purchase of a used Caterpillar Front-End Wheel Loader for Solid Waste Division
• $99,985 contract with WLC Engineering for Derington Addition watermain replacements
• $74,981.50 contract with Pope Construction for Fire Station No. 1 flooring
• Public hearing for a new restaurant liquor license at 3150 Talon
• $10,800 annual agreement for medical direction of the Fire-EMS Department

The Casper City Council approved $2,927,504.44 in bills and claims, authorized a restaurant liquor license for Studio City Mesa Cinemas, and passed resolutions including an opioid settlement agreement and several contracts. The council also set public hearing dates for December 21, 2021, and February 15, 2022, and made appointments to city commissions.

• Approved $2,927,504.44 in bills and claims (unanimous)
• Authorized Restaurant Liquor License No. 46 to Movie Palace Inc. d/b/a Studio City Mesa Cinemas (unanimous)
• Adopted 8 consent resolutions including contracts for Fire-EMS medical direction, water rights studies, and Fire Station No. 1 flooring (all ayes, Knell abstained on 21-172 and 21-174)
• Authorized sole source purchase of used 950GC Caterpillar loader for $198,504 (unanimous)
• Issued Taxicab Company License to Thomas Elliott d/b/a Casper Cabs (unanimous)
• Reappointed Robin Broumley, Jeff Bond, Connie Hall to Historic Preservation Commission (unanimous)
• Appointed Maribeth Plocek and Joseff Hutchinson, reappointed Carol Johnson and Terry Wingerter to Planning and Zoning Commission (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 21-176 authorizing Ochs Law Firm to enter OneWyo Opioid Memorandum of Agreement (unanimous)

Pre-Meeting

The Casper City Council pre-meeting includes presentations regarding a speed study for 12th and 13th Streets and Casper 311. The meeting also includes an agenda review.

• Speed Study for 12th and 13th Streets
• Casper 311 presentation
• Agenda Review

The Casper City Council held a pre-meeting to review a speed study for 12th and 13th Streets, a report on the Casper 311 system, and the upcoming agenda. Police staff recommended no changes to traffic handling on 12th and 13th Streets, citing low citation numbers and sporadic high-speed incidents. The council also discussed a recent 311 software bug that sent unnecessary emails, which staff said was fixed. No formal votes or decisions were taken during this pre-meeting session.

• Reviewed speed study for 12th and 13th Streets; no changes recommended by police
• Discussed Casper 311 system issues; software bug fixed and solution to go live later this week
• Reviewed upcoming agenda with no questions or concerns raised

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions regarding infrastructure contracts and grant acceptances. This includes funding for ballfield lighting, drainage improvements, and utility upgrades. The council will also hold a public hearing for a new restaurant liquor license.

• Acceptance of $246,290.50 grant for the First Street Gateway Project
• $200,000 contract with Casper Electric, Inc. for Ballfield Lighting Replacement, Phase II
• $68,400 contract with WLC Engineering & Surveying for Industrial Avenue drainage improvements
• $70,619 contract with WWC Engineering for Poplar Street utility improvements
• Public hearing for a new restaurant liquor license for House of Sushi at 260 South Center

The Casper City Council approved $2,708,499.48 in bills and claims, authorized a new restaurant liquor license for House of Sushi, and set a public hearing for another license. They also adopted eight consent resolutions for grants, contracts, and agreements. Public comments raised concerns about a bar near St. Anthony's School, but no ordinance changes were made.

• Approved $2,708,499.48 in bills and claims (unanimous)
• Authorized Restaurant Liquor License No. 21 for House of Sushi (Pollock abstained)
• Set Dec. 7, 2021 public hearing for Restaurant Liquor License No. 46 for Studio City Mesa Cinemas (Pollock abstained)
• Adopted 8 consent resolutions including grants, contracts, and agreements (Knell abstained on two)
• Acknowledged ownership change for The Horse Palace bar (Pollock abstained)
• Appointed Bob King to Historic Preservation Commission
• Appointed four members to Council of People with Disabilities

City Council

The agenda for this special meeting consists only of procedural items and an adjournment into executive session regarding property and personnel. No other public business is listed.

• Adjournment into executive session regarding property and personnel

The Casper City Council met in special session and voted unanimously to adjourn into executive session to discuss property and personnel matters. After the property discussion, Mayor Freel left and Vice Mayor Pacheco presided. The council reconvened in open session and adjourned without taking any substantive public decisions.

• Adjourned into executive session to discuss property and personnel (unanimous)
• Adjourned executive session and reopened public meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned the special meeting (unanimous)

Work Session

The council will receive information regarding the mayoral election process and Phase III of Graves Implementation for employee compensation. Members will also request direction on parks watering data and view a demonstration of council goal tracking.

• Mayoral Election Process information
• Phase III of Graves Implementation – Employee Compensation
• Parks Watering Data discussion
• Council Goals Update & Tracking Demo

The Casper City Council held a work session and discussed several items, but the most consequential action was agreeing to implement a 5% salary increase for frozen sworn police officers and address wage compression, effective January 1, 2022. The council also supported canceling the December 28 work session and adding a transit goal to its tracking system. No formal votes were taken; these were consensus decisions during the work session.

• Agreed to 5% salary increase for frozen sworn police officers, effective Jan. 1, 2022
• Agreed to address wage compression for supervisors as part of Graves Phase III
• Supported canceling the Dec. 28 work session, leaving three meetings in December
• Supported adding a transit goal to the council goals tracking system

Pre-Meeting

The Casper City Council pre-meeting includes a presentation regarding employee mental health services and an agenda review. The meeting is scheduled for November 2, 2021.

• Presentation: Employee Mental Health Services
• Agenda Review

The Casper City Council pre-meeting on November 2, 2021, was informational only, with no formal decisions or votes. Staff presented updates on mental health services for police, fire-EMS, and general employees, including counseling programs and potential telehealth options. Councilmembers discussed support for the programs and suggested ideas like cost-sharing with other agencies, but no action was taken.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the pre-meeting

City Council

The City Council will consider the annexation of the Dowler No. 3 Subdivision and several utility-related contracts. The agenda also includes liquor license transfers and new microbrewery applications. Additionally, the council will review equipment purchases for the fire department and cemetery.

• Annexation of Tract 31, Dowler No. 3 Subdivision
• $365,894 contract for CPU Tank Painting
• $124,685 contract for I-25 & Marginal Beautification Project
• Transfer of liquor license at 138 South Kimball Street
• $110,271 purchase of three pickup trucks for the Fire Department

The Casper City Council approved the annexation of Tract 31, Dowler No. 3 Subdivision, including the annexation agreement with Brusaw Mechanical Company, LLC, and zoning the parcel M-1 (Limited Industrial). The council also authorized the transfer of Retail Liquor License No. 5 to 307 Horse Racing, Inc., and issued a new Microbrewery Liquor License No. 8 to Black Tooth Brewing Company. Additionally, the council approved the November 2, 2021 bills and claims totaling $1,371,177.18, and adopted six consent resolutions supporting various projects.

• Approved annexation of Tract 31, Dowler No. 3 Subdivision and zoning M-1 (Limited Industrial)
• Authorized transfer of Retail Liquor License No. 5 to 307 Horse Racing, Inc.
• Authorized issuance of Microbrewery Liquor License No. 8 to Black Tooth Brewing Company
• Approved bills and claims totaling $1,371,177.18
• Adopted six consent resolutions including film office support and infrastructure projects
• Authorized purchase of utility golf cart and three pickup trucks
• Established public hearing for Restaurant Liquor License No. 21 for House of Sushi

Work Session

The Casper City Council is reviewing preseason snow fighting plans and park operations. They are also discussing public awareness for bus stop safety and a citywide facility assessment agreement.

• Citywide Facility Assessment Evaluation Agreement
• Preseason Snow fighting Briefing (Snow Routes and Parks)
• Bus Stop Safety/Shoveling Public Awareness
• Tani Field & Mike Lansing Field Update
• Ribbon Cutting – Old Yellowstone District Parking Lot

The Casper City Council held a work session and gave informal thumbs-up support to several staff proposals, including a citywide facility assessment contract with ALPHA Facilities Solutions and a bus stop snow-clearing and adoption program. No formal votes were taken; these items are expected to come before Council for formal approval at future meetings. The Council also discussed snow operations and the internal management of Tani and Mike Lansing Fields.

• Supported staff proposal for citywide facility assessment with ALPHA Facilities Solutions (informal thumbs-up)
• Supported bus stop snow-clearing and adoption program, including 'I Count on You' campaign (informal thumbs-up)
• Supported evaluation of Ford Wyoming Center future use with Visit Casper and Spectra (informal thumbs-up)
• Discussed continuing internal management of Tani and Mike Lansing Fields; no formal action taken

City Council

The council will consider several large-scale equipment purchases for the Fire, Streets, and Parks departments. The agenda also includes a third reading ordinance for a zoning change at 129 North Elk Street. Additionally, various service contracts and trail expansion plans are up for approval.

• Zoning change for 129 North Elk Street from ED to C-2
• Purchase of breathing apparatus for Fire Department ($399,970.70)
• Purchase of two heavy-duty trucks for the Streets Division ($454,372)
• Agreement with Kinsco LLC for Fire-EMS uniforms ($55,000 annually)
• Contract for 'K' Street improvements from WWC Engineering ($150,000)

The Casper City Council approved the third and final reading of Ordinance 31-21, rezoning the former Willard School property from Educational District to General Business. It also approved Ordinance 32-21, amending utility billing and collection rules, and adopted 13 consent resolutions covering trail plans, contracts, and other items. The council authorized several equipment purchases totaling over $1 million.

• Approved Ordinance 31-21 rezoning former Willard School property to C-2 (passed)
• Approved Ordinance 32-21 amending utility billing and collection code (passed)
• Adopted 13 consent resolutions including trail plans, contracts, and rates (all aye)
• Authorized purchase of 45 Scott X3 Pro breathing apparatus for $399,970.70
• Authorized purchase of two dump trucks for $454,372
• Authorized purchase of one compact excavator for $44,407
• Authorized purchase of three pickup trucks for $111,250
• Authorized purchase of one UTV for $35,950

Pre-Meeting

This Casper City Council pre-meeting includes a presentation regarding the 2020 Census-Ward boundaries. The agenda also includes an agenda review.

• 2020 Census-Ward Boundaries presentation
• Agenda Review

The Casper City Council held a pre-meeting to discuss adjusting ward boundaries based on 2020 census data. City staff presented proposed boundaries that would reduce population imbalances between wards, with a variance of less than 5%. No formal decisions were made; the proposal will be discussed further at a Friday meeting.

• No formal decisions made; discussed proposed ward boundary changes
• Scheduled redistricting meeting for Friday at 7 am in Natrona County Commissioners meeting room

Work Session

The Casper City Council will consider moving forward with a study to convert downtown streets from one-way to two-way. The session also includes a review of night skiing fees and an update from the Council for People with Disabilities.

• Downtown Casper One-Way to Two-Way Conversion Study
• Night Skiing Fees
• Casper's Council for People with Disabilities Update

The Casper City Council gave informal approval to move the Downtown Casper One-Way to Two-Way Conversion Study forward for formal approval at the next regular meeting. The council also gave a thumbs up to proposed night skiing fees at Hogadon for the upcoming season. No formal votes were taken; these were work session discussions.

• Advanced downtown two-way conversion plan for formal approval (informal thumbs up)
• Advanced proposed night skiing fees at Hogadon for formal approval (informal thumbs up)

City Council

This special meeting agenda is primarily procedural. The council will conduct a roll call and adjourn into an executive session concerning land acquisition and litigation.

• Executive session for land acquisition and litigation

The Casper City Council met in special session on October 12, 2021, and voted to excuse Councilmember Johnson's absence. The council then voted to adjourn into executive session to discuss land acquisition and litigation, and later voted to return to open session. The meeting was adjourned without any public decisions or votes on substantive matters.

• Excused Councilmember Johnson's absence by minute action.
• Adjourned into executive session to discuss land acquisition and litigation.
• Adjourned the executive session and reopened the meeting to the public.
• Adjourned the special meeting by minute action.

City Council

The council will review several land use items, including rezoning the former Willard School property and annexing part of Dowler No. 3 Subdivision. They are also considering a liquor license transfer and the rejection of all bids for a fire department equipment project.

• $79,600 agreement with Denali Water Solutions, LLC for wastewater treatment plant cleaning
• Zone change for 129 North Elk Street from Educational District to General Business
• Transfer of Retail Liquor License No. 21 to Wyoming Downs OTB 12, LLC
• Rejection of all bids for the Fire Department SCBA Replacement Project
• Annexation and M-1 zoning for Tract 31, Dowler No. 3 Subdivision

The Casper City Council approved the transfer of Retail Liquor License No. 21 to Wyoming Downs OTB 12, LLC, and passed four ordinances on second reading, including the Trails West Estates No. 6 subdivision, annexation of Tract 31, a zone change for the former Willard School property, and amendments to utility billing. The council also adopted seven consent resolutions, including a 16-mill assessment for the Downtown Development District and a resolution dedicating excess specific purpose tax revenue to street repairs. All votes passed without recorded opposition, with some abstentions.

• Authorized issuance of Retail Liquor License No. 21 to Wyoming Downs OTB 12, LLC (Pollock abstained)
• Approved Ordinance 29-21: Trails West Estates No. 6 subdivision agreement and final plat (Engebretsen and Freel abstained)
• Approved Ordinance 30-21: Annexation of Tract 31, Dowler No. 3, zoned M-1 (Limited Industrial)
• Approved Ordinance 31-21: Zone change for former Willard School property
• Approved Ordinance 32-21: Amending utility billing and collection code
• Adopted Resolution 21-133: 16-mill assessment for Downtown Development District
• Adopted Resolution 21-135: Dedicating excess specific purpose tax revenue to street repair
• Approved $1,906,297.33 in bills and claims

Pre-Meeting

The council will review recommendations from the Federal Transit Authority 2021 Triennial Review. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding curbwalks, sidewalks, curbs, and gutters.

• Federal Transit Authority 2021 Triennial Review recommendations
• Discussion on curbwalks, sidewalks, curbs and gutters

The Casper City Council held a pre-meeting with no formal votes. They reviewed the Federal Transit Administration's 2021 triennial review, which found five deficiencies in the city's transit operations, and discussed corrective actions. They also discussed sidewalk maintenance responsibilities, which generally fall on adjacent property owners. The meeting was informational only.

• Reviewed FTA triennial review findings and corrective actions (no vote)
• Discussed sidewalk maintenance responsibilities for property owners (no vote)

Work Session

The council is seeking direction on an employee voluntary vaccine incentive program and film commission policies. They will also consider moving forward with approval for potential surplus specific purpose tax revenue.

• Employee Voluntary Vaccine Incentive Program
• Potential for Surplus Specific Purpose Tax Revenue
• Film Commission/Event Policy Direction
• In-Kind Support – Christmas Parade
• Ford Wyoming Center’s Freight Elevator

The Casper City Council held a work session and gave informal 'thumbs up' direction on several items, including a voluntary employee vaccine incentive program, a formal resolution supporting a film commission, in-kind support for the Christmas parade, additional repairs to the Ford Wyoming Center freight elevator, and using surplus specific purpose tax revenue for street projects. No formal votes were taken; these items are expected to come before the Council for formal consideration at future meetings.

• Directed staff to move forward with a formal resolution supporting a film commission (unanimous thumbs up)
• Directed staff to work with partners to create a streamlined event policy process (unanimous thumbs up)
• Gave thumbs up to provide in-kind support for the Christmas parade (unanimous thumbs up)
• Gave thumbs up to move forward with the voluntary employee vaccine incentive program (majority thumbs up)
• Gave thumbs up to move forward with formal consideration of additional freight elevator repairs (unanimous thumbs up)
• Gave thumbs up to move a resolution forward for formal consideration to spend surplus specific purpose tax revenue on street projects (unanimous thumbs up)

Pre-Meeting

The Casper City Council pre-meeting includes presentations regarding the Wyoming Community Development Authority Neighborhood Development Program. The agenda also features a discussion on employee vaccination incentives and the introduction of new municipal employees.

• WCDA Neighborhood Development Program presentations
• Discussion of employee vaccination incentives
• Introduction of Nicole Hatfield, Clerk of Municipal Court
• Introduction of Zulima Lopez, Parks, Recreation and Public Facilities Director

The Casper City Council held a pre-meeting to hear presentations from three groups seeking City sponsorship for Wyoming Community Development Authority (WCDA) Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Neighborhood Development Program funding: Wyoming Food for Thought, Casper Housing Authority, and Erin Marquez. No formal votes were taken during the pre-meeting. The council also discussed a proposed employee vaccination incentive program but took no action, and introduced new employees Nicole Hatfield and Zulima Lopez.

• Heard presentation from Wyoming Food for Thought for urban food center at former Roosevelt High School site
• Heard presentation from Casper Housing Authority for use of former Willard School building
• Heard presentation from Erin Marquez for renovation of 100 North Center Street for transitional housing
• Discussed employee vaccination incentive program; no decision made
• Introduced Nicole Hatfield as Clerk of Municipal Court
• Recognized promotion of Zulima Lopez to Recreation and Public Facilities Director

City Council

The council will swear in a new Ward I councilmember and review ordinances regarding land annexation and rezoning. The agenda also includes approvals for several equipment purchases and liquor license transfers.

• $174,201 purchase of three new golf course fairway mowers
• $153,948 purchase of two heavy-duty trucks for the Water Distribution Division
• $138,720 contract for grit removal systems at Sam H. Hobbs Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Zoning change for 129 North Elk Street from Educational District to General Business
• $34,021 purchase of turning targets for the Police Department shooting range

The Casper City Council approved $4,701,268.29 in bills and claims, and advanced four ordinances on first reading: Trails West Estates No. 6 subdivision, annexation and zoning of Tract 31 Dowler No. 3, a zone change for the former Willard School property, and amendments to utility billing code. The council also authorized sponsorship of two CDBG grant applications (Wyoming Food for Thought Project and Casper Housing Authority) but denied a third (Erin Marquez). Ordinance No. 28-21 for Local Assessment District No. 157 was adopted on third reading.

• Approved $4,701,268.29 in bills and claims (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 29-21, Trails West Estates No. 6 subdivision (Engebretsen and Freel abstained)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 30-21, annexation and M-1 zoning for Tract 31, Dowler No. 3 (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 31-21, zone change for former Willard School property (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 32-21, utility billing code amendments (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 28-21 on third reading, confirming LAD No. 157 assessments (unanimous)
• Authorized sponsorship of CDBG grant application for Wyoming Food for Thought Project (unanimous)
• Authorized sponsorship of CDBG grant application for Casper Housing Authority (unanimous)

City Council

The Casper City Council is holding a special meeting to address personnel matters in an executive session. The agenda also includes the appointment of a Ward I councilmember.

• Appointment of Ward I councilmember
• Executive session regarding personnel

The Casper City Council held a special meeting and unanimously appointed Jai-Ayla Quest to fill the Ward I Council seat vacancy created by the resignation of Councilmember Lutz, effective at the September 21, 2021 regular meeting. The council also entered executive session to discuss personnel and adjourned without any other substantive decisions.

• Appointed Jai-Ayla Quest to fill Ward I Council seat vacancy (motion passed)
• Adjourned into executive session to discuss personnel (motion passed)
• Adjourned executive session and returned to chambers (motion passed)
• Adjourned the meeting by minute action (motion passed)

Work Session

The Casper City Council will conduct interviews for the vacant Ward I seat. The council will also discuss modifications to the Landlord Utility Agreement Ordinance and receive information regarding the WCDA CDBG Program.

• Interviews for City Council Ward I vacancy
• Landlord Utility Agreement Ordinance modification discussion
• WCDA CDBG Program information update

The Casper City Council held a work session and gave informal approval to move forward with formal consideration of modifications to the landlord utility agreement and related ordinance. The council also heard a presentation on the WCDA CDBG program and interviewed nine candidates for the Ward I vacancy. No formal votes were taken.

• Gave informal approval to proceed with landlord utility agreement and ordinance changes
• Heard presentation on WCDA CDBG program and discussed City's role as sponsor
• Interviewed nine candidates for Ward I vacancy

City Council

The council will establish public hearing dates for several land use and annexation requests. The agenda also includes the approval of multiple service agreements and infrastructure projects.

• $500,000 WYDOT agreement for Paradise Valley to Robertson Road Bridge Project
• $157,900 contract with Modern Electric, Co. for CPU Generator project
• $352,000 contract with Crown Construction, LLC for solid waste asphalt improvements
• Zone change for 129 North Elk Street from Educational to General Business
• Transfer of Retail Liquor License No. 11 to Local Liquor and Lounge

The Casper City Council approved Ordinance 26-21 on third reading, rezoning the Back Nine Addition from Planned Unit Development to R-2, R-3, and C-2 classifications. The council also approved Ordinance 27-21, which vacates and replats the Trails West Estates No. 5 Addition and rezones it to AG and PH. Additionally, the council authorized the transfer of Retail Liquor License No. 11 from Partytime Liquor to Local Liquor and Lounge, and approved a consent agenda including ten resolutions and several administrative actions.

• Approved Ordinance 26-21, rezoning the Back Nine Addition to R-2, R-3, and C-2 on third reading.
• Approved Ordinance 27-21, vacating and replatting Trails West Estates No. 5 Addition and rezoning to AG and PH.
• Authorized the transfer of Retail Liquor License No. 11 from JJBB, LLC to Hayden and Loflin, INC.
• Approved payment of September 7, 2021 bills and claims totaling $2,710,870.85.
• Adopted ten consent resolutions, including the Casper Metropolitan Area public participation plan and five-year strategic development plan.
• Appointed Carol Johnson to the Planning and Zoning Commission and discharged $8,969 in uncollectible accounts.
• Rejected all bids for the Fire Station No. 3 roof replacement project.
• Established public hearing dates for September 21, November 2, and December 21, 2021, for various land and zoning items.

Pre-Meeting

The Casper City Council will discuss the process for filling a vacancy in Ward I. The meeting also includes reviews of sole source requests for grit removal and centrifuge services at the wastewater treatment plant, as well as a mutual aid agreement with Cheyenne.

• Process to fill Ward I vacancy
• Sole Source Request – Grit Removal System
• Sole Source Request – Centrifuge Service at the Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Mutual Aid Agreement - Cheyenne

The Casper City Council discussed filling the Ward I vacancy and agreed to hold a work session on September 14, 2021, starting at 4:00 p.m., followed by candidate interviews at 5:30 p.m. Council supported allowing one applicant to interview via GoToMeeting and preferred that council members ask the interview questions. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was a pre-meeting discussion.

• Set the September 14 work session to start at 4:00 p.m. and Ward I interviews at 5:30 p.m.
• Supported allowing a Ward I applicant to interview via GoToMeeting.
• Agreed that council members would ask interview questions, including about current issues facing Council.
• Discussed two sole source requests (grit removal system, centrifuge service) with no questions raised.
• Discussed renewal of the mutual aid agreement with Cheyenne; no questions raised.

Work Session

The council will consider a wetland request from the Murie Audubon Society. Members will also discuss potential restrictions for Retail Liquor License #5 at Commissary Mall. The session includes reviews of legislation and agenda items.

• Murie Audubon Society wetland request
• Retail Liquor License #5 – Commissary Mall restrictions discussion
• Missing persons legislation discussion

The Casper City Council held a work session and gave informal support to several items, including state legislation for a missing persons database, a fence project by the Murie Audubon Society, and a plan to transfer Retail Liquor License #5 to the Commissary Mall owners. No formal votes were taken; these items are expected to come before the Council at a regular meeting for official action.

• Supported drafting state legislation for a missing persons database (informal thumbs up)
• Supported Murie Audubon Society fence project for wetland area (informal thumbs up)
• Supported plan to transfer Retail Liquor License #5 to Commissary Mall owners (informal thumbs up)
• Supported funding two teen nights at David Street Station at $500 per event (informal thumbs up)

Pre-Meeting

The council will hear a presentation regarding a Natrona County School District tennis court proposal. Other agenda items include budget amendments and fleet vehicle purchases.

• Natrona County School District tennis court proposal
• FY 2022 Budget Amendment #1
• Fleet vehicle purchases
• Procedure for filling a councilmember vacancy

The Casper City Council gave unanimous direction to proceed with a partnership with the Natrona County School District to reconstruct four and build six new tennis courts at Highland Park, with the district requesting land and the city benefiting from maintenance shifts and public use. The council also discussed a FY 2022 budget amendment, fleet vehicle purchases, and a process for filling Councilmember Lutz's vacancy, but no formal votes were taken during the pre-meeting.

• Unanimously supported NCSD tennis court proposal (direction to staff)
• Discussed FY 2022 Budget Amendment #1, including sales tax repayment and employee one-time payment
• Reviewed fleet vehicle purchases, including trade-ins and surplus sale
• Outlined process for filling Councilmember Lutz's Ward I vacancy, with applications due September 3

City Council

The council will review the adoption of seven 2021 International Building Codes and a first amendment to the Fiscal Year 2022 budget. Agenda items also include zoning changes for Back Nine Addition and Trails West Estates No. 5. Additionally, several equipment purchases for public works and police departments are up for approval.

• Adoption of Fiscal Year 2022 Budget Amendment #1
• Adoption of seven 2021 International Building Codes
• Zone change for Back Nine Addition PUD to R-2, R-3, and C-2
• $299,576 purchase of a new sanitation truck
• $97,875 contract with Nelson/Nygaard Consulting for the Complete Streets & Ordinance Plan

The Casper City Council approved a series of ordinances adopting the 2021 editions of the International Building, Residential, Mechanical, Plumbing, Fuel Gas, Existing Building, and Fire Codes, replacing the 2018 editions. The Council also passed a major update to Chapter 5.08 of the municipal code, which regulates alcohol licenses, permits, and sales. Additionally, the Council approved the transfer of two retail liquor licenses, a zone change for the Back Nine Addition, and a vacation, replat, and zone change for Trails West Estates No. 5.

• Adopted 2021 International Building, Residential, Mechanical, Plumbing, Fuel Gas, Existing Building, and Fire Codes (all passed)
• Adopted Ordinance 24-21 updating Chapter 5.08 alcohol regulations (passed)
• Approved transfer of Retail Liquor License No. 28 to Sunrise Center Entertainment (passed)
• Approved zone change for Back Nine Addition on second reading (passed, Mayor Freel and Councilmember Engebretsen abstained)
• Approved vacation, replat, and zone change for Trails West Estates No. 5 (passed, Mayor Freel and Councilmember Engebretsen abstained)
• Approved $4,231,269.22 in bills and claims (passed)
• Approved eight consent resolutions including contracts for Complete Streets plan and East Yellowstone study (passed unanimously)
• Authorized purchase of eight vehicles and equipment totaling $845,263 (passed)

Work Session

The Casper City Council will consider a right of way use agreement with Advanced Communications Technology, Inc. The council will also discuss the public education process for the Optional 6th Cent Tax and request direction regarding roof inspections.

• Telecommunication Right of Way Use Agreement with Advanced Communications Technology, Inc. (DBA Range)
• Public Education Process for the Optional 6th Cent Tax
• Direction requested regarding roof inspections

The Casper City Council held a work session and gave informal approval to move forward with a telecommunications right-of-way agreement with Advanced Communications Technology (dba RANGE), based on a Gillette model. They also discussed a public education campaign for the optional 6th cent tax, hiring LUM Studio for the effort, and directed staff to research certification processes for general home inspectors. No formal votes were taken; these were discussion items.

• Gave thumbs up to proceed with Advanced Communications Technology right-of-way agreement
• Discussed hiring LUM Studio for 6th cent tax education campaign (not a Council action)
• Directed staff to research certification process for general home inspectors

City Council

The council will establish a public hearing date for the Fiscal Year 2022 Budget Amendment #1. The agenda also includes reviews of several International Building Codes and various zoning changes. Additionally, the council will address liquor license applications and several service contracts.

• Public hearing for Fiscal Year 2022 Budget Amendment #1
• $145,474 contract for Casper Senior Center air conditioning upgrades
• $109,000 grant for Regional Response Team 2 equipment purchase
• $85,337.29 contract for the Baler Ejection Cylinder Project
• Zone change for Back Nine Addition PUD to R-2, R-3, and C-2

The Casper City Council approved on third reading an ordinance regulating e-scooters and dockless scooter rentals, including permits, fees, and operational rules. It also denied a bar and grill liquor license for Wyoming Downs OTB 12, while approving one for Grace Partners LC dba Spotlight Lounge. The council approved several other ordinances and resolutions, including building code updates and a lease agreement with the Casper Junior Football League.

• Approved Ordinance 25-21 regulating e-scooters and dockless scooter rentals (third reading)
• Denied Bar and Grill Liquor License No. 14 for Wyoming Downs OTB 12 LLC (all voted nay)
• Approved Bar and Grill Liquor License No. 13 for Grace Partners LC dba Spotlight Lounge
• Approved Ordinance 16-21 for Kensington Heights Addition No. 4 subdivision (third reading)
• Approved seven building code ordinances adopting 2021 International Codes (second reading)
• Approved Ordinance 24-21 amending liquor license regulations (second reading, as amended)
• Approved five consent resolutions including lease with Casper Junior Football League and water service contract
• Reappointed Deb Clark and Critter Murray to Downtown Development Authority Board

Pre-Meeting

The Casper City Council will hold a pre-meeting to discuss Bar & Grill liquor licenses and the Back Nine Addition PUD zone change. The meeting also includes an agenda review.

• Bar & Grill Liquor Licenses presentation
• Back Nine Addition PUD – Zone Change presentation

The Casper City Council held a pre-meeting to discuss two bar and grill liquor license applications and a zone change for the Back Nine Addition. No formal votes were taken; the council reviewed options, including postponing license decisions, and heard that the Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved the zone change. The meeting was procedural, with decisions deferred to a later meeting.

• Discussed bar and grill liquor license applications; no vote taken
• Reviewed optional motion to postpone license issuance to a date certain
• Heard that one applicant withdrew their application
• Discussed Back Nine Addition PUD zone change; Planning and Zoning Commission approved unanimously
• No action taken on agenda review

Work Session

The Casper City Council will review liquor licenses and receive an update on the LGBTQ Advisory Committee. The council also seeks direction regarding I-25 enhancement funds.

• Liquor license follow-up
• LGBTQ Advisory Committee update
• I-25 enhancement funds direction request

The Casper City Council held a work session and directed staff to enter a cooperative agreement with WYDOT for $325K in I-25 enhancement funds, covering all administrative costs, and to use Center Street underpass funds for design. Council also agreed to begin drafting a non-discrimination ordinance and a Safe Place program resolution, though no formal votes were taken. The meeting was informational, with no final decisions made.

• Directed staff to proceed with $325K I-25 enhancement agreement (no formal vote)
• Directed staff to use Center Street underpass funds for design costs (no formal vote)
• Agreed to begin drafting a non-discrimination ordinance (no formal vote)
• Agreed to begin process for Safe Place program resolution (no formal vote)

City Council

The Casper City Council will conduct a second reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 10.64 of the Municipal Code. This amendment covers bicycles, scooters, skateboards, and similar devices. The council will also adjourn into executive session for land acquisition.

• Second reading of ordinance amending Chapter 10.64 regarding various wheeled devices
• Executive session for land acquisition

The Casper City Council passed Ordinance No. 25-21, amending Chapter 10.64 of the municipal code regarding bicycles, toy vehicles, rollerblades, and similar devices, on second reading. The motion passed unanimously with all councilmembers voting aye. The council also excused Councilmember Johnson's absence and held an executive session to discuss land acquisition.

• Approved Ordinance No. 25-21 amending Chapter 10.64 (bicycles, toy vehicles, rollerblades, etc.) on second reading (unanimous)
• Excused Councilmember Johnson's absence by minute action
• Adjourned into executive session to discuss land acquisition
• Adjourned the special meeting at 8:04 p.m.

City Council

The council will hold public hearings on adopting new international building codes and amending laws for alcoholic beverages and bicycles. The meeting also includes decisions on several contracts, including a transit bus wrap project and a state grant.

• Adoption of 2021 International Building Codes
• Contract with Wyoming Signs, LLC for transit bus wraps up to $149,150
• Acceptance of an $87,890 grant from the Wyoming Office of the Attorney General
• Zone change for Back Nine Addition PUD to R-2, R-3, and C-2
• Amendment to Chapter 10.64 regarding bicycles and scooters

The Casper City Council approved first reading of seven ordinances adopting the 2021 editions of international building, residential, mechanical, plumbing, fuel gas, existing building, and fire codes, with all present members voting aye. The council also approved first reading of an ordinance updating Chapter 5.08 (Alcoholic Beverages) and an ordinance amending Chapter 10.64 (Scooters), the latter after rejecting amendments to set fees or remove dockless scooters. Public hearings were set for August 3 and August 17, 2021, for various zoning and liquor license items. The council approved $5,156,468.01 in bills and claims and eight consent resolutions.

• Approved first reading of 2021 international building codes (Ordinances 17-21 through 23-21) (all present aye)
• Approved first reading of alcoholic beverage code update (Ordinance 24-21) (all present aye)
• Approved first reading of scooter ordinance (Ordinance 25-21) (7-2, Engebretsen and Gamroth nay)
• Rejected amendment to set $50 annual scooter fee (4-4)
• Rejected amendment to remove dockless scooters (no second)
• Rejected amendment to set $3,000 proprietor fee and $50 per scooter (no second)
• Approved $5,156,468.01 in bills and claims
• Approved 8 consent resolutions including transit bus wrap contract up to $149,150

Pre-Meeting

The Casper City Council will hold a pre-meeting to discuss the scooter ordinance contract and the International Building Code. The meeting also includes an agenda review.

• Scooter Ordinance Discussion regarding a contract for scooters
• International Building Code discussion
• Agenda Review

The Casper City Council discussed the scooter ordinance and agreed to hold three readings over three weeks, including a special meeting on July 27, 2021, for the second reading. They also discussed the International Building Code update, with staff warning that failure to meet state standards could result in loss of local permit authority. No final votes were taken; the pre-meeting was for discussion and direction.

• Agreed to schedule three readings of the scooter ordinance over three weeks, with a special meeting on July 27, 2021, for the second reading.
• Discussed scooter fees, with Councilmember Pollock favoring a per-scooter charge over a flat fee, and Councilmember Knell expressing concern that fees were too high.
• Discussed the International Building Code update, with staff noting the changes are not consequential and that failure to meet state standards could lead to loss of local permit authority.
• Councilmember Engebretsen requested more information on the code changes; staff noted the codes are available digitally.

Work Session

The council will review speed data from 21st Missouri to Kingsbury and view a GIS demonstration. Members will also discuss an ordinance and contract regarding scooters for potential approval.

• Speed data from 21st Missouri to Kingsbury
• GIS demonstration
• Scooter ordinance and contract discussion

The Casper City Council discussed changes to an ordinance to accommodate Bird Ride scooters, directing staff to remove the downtown exclusion area and eliminate related inconsistencies. They also directed staff to include fees in the ordinance and add language allowing scooter transference on sidewalks for parking. The Council decided to table consideration of the Bird Rides contract until after the first couple of ordinance readings. Additionally, they directed staff to table a decision on one bar and grill license application until all three applications can be considered together at the following meeting.

• Directed removal of the downtown scooter exclusion area from the ordinance changes
• Directed staff to include fees in the ordinance and add language for scooter transference on sidewalks for parking
• Decided to wait until after the first couple of ordinance readings before considering the Bird Rides contract by resolution
• Directed staff to table the decision on the first bar and grill license application until all three applications can be considered at the same time

Pre-Meeting

The Casper City Council pre-meeting includes presentations regarding transit planning and an engagement letter. The Metropolitan Planning Organization will present its 5-Year Strategic Transit Development Plan Final Report. The council will also review the Porter, Muirhead, Cornia, Howard (PMCH) engagement letter.

• Metropolitan Planning Organization 5-Year Strategic Transit Development Plan Final Report
• Porter, Muirhead, Cornia, Howard (PMCH) Engagement Letter

The Casper City Council held a pre-meeting on July 6, 2021, to review the Metropolitan Planning Organization's 5-Year Strategic Transit Development Plan and a proposed engagement letter from Porter, Muirhead, Cornia, Howard. No formal decisions or votes were made; the session was informational and procedural, with the regular meeting to follow.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during pre-meeting
• Heard presentation on MPO 5-year transit plan
• Discussed PMCH engagement letter; time waiver noted for regular session

City Council

The Casper City Council is reviewing items including building code updates and alcohol regulation amendments. The council will also consider a $400,000 funding application for a multi-use pathway and the purchase of police radios. Additionally, the agenda includes audit service engagements and grant acceptances.

• Purchase of 28 police radios from Motorola Solutions, Inc. for $158,480.45
• $400,000 funding application for the College Drive Multi-Use Pathway Project
• $10,000 grant acceptance for a Riparian Vegetation Survey in the River Restoration Project Area
• Professional services engagement with Porter, Muirhead, Cornia, Howard up to $129,00
• Public hearing date set for building code and alcohol regulation updates

The Casper City Council approved $2,368,860.69 in bills and claims, established public hearings for July 20 on building codes, alcohol regulations, scooter rules, and a new bar license, and passed the first reading of an ordinance for the Kensington Heights Addition No. 4 subdivision. Six consent resolutions were also adopted, including a financial audit contract, a grant application for a multi-use pathway, and the purchase of police radios. The meeting adjourned into executive session for security, personnel, and real estate discussions.

• Approved $2,368,860.69 in bills and claims (unanimous)
• Set July 20 public hearing for 2021 International Building Codes, alcohol code update, scooter ordinance, and Spotlight Lounge bar license (Engebretsen nay on building codes)
• Passed first reading of Ordinance 16-21 for Kensington Heights Addition No. 4 vacation and replat (Engebretsen and Freel abstained)
• Adopted Resolution 21-93 authorizing PMCH audit services for FY2021
• Adopted Resolution 21-94 authorizing WYDOT grant application for College Drive Multi-Use Pathway
• Adopted Resolution 21-95 leasing ballfields to Casper Midget Football Association
• Adopted Resolution 21-96 leasing ballfields to Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Wyoming
• Adopted Resolution 21-98 authorizing purchase of 28 police radios from Motorola Solutions

Work Session

The Casper City Council will discuss liquor ordinance changes and a limousine exemption. The council will also receive information regarding a DEA grant and request direction on a Cable RFP.

• Liquor Ordinance Changes & Limo Exemption
• Cable RFP Direction
• DEA Grant Information

The Casper City Council agreed to extend the RFP process for Cable Channel 192 after Casper One withdrew its proposal, allowing the board to resubmit a complete application. The council also discussed a DEA grant for traffic safety and drug interdiction, and gave preliminary approval to proposed liquor ordinance changes, including delivery rules, special malt permits, and a limousine exemption. No formal votes were taken; these were work session discussions.

• Extended the Cable Channel 192 RFP process to allow Casper One to resubmit a complete proposal.
• Discussed the DEA grant and DDACTS method for traffic safety and drug enforcement.
• Gave 'thumbs up' to proposed liquor ordinance changes, including delivery, special malt permits, and limousine exemption.
• Reviewed upcoming agendas and had no legislative items to discuss.

City Council

The Casper City Council will consider the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 budget and a related budget amendment. The meeting also includes approvals for several construction contracts and street resurfacing projects. Additionally, the council will review zoning changes and liquor license applications.

• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Budget
• $256,060 for Downtown 2nd Street and Centennial Hills Boulevard resurfacing
• $235,855 contract with Knife River for Events Drive Improvements
• $121,500 purchase of Taser "Model 7" from PROFORCE Law Enforcement Sales
• Zone change from R-1 to C-2 for Methodist Church Addition MBA

The Casper City Council approved the FY2021-22 budget (Resolution 21-84) and a budget amendment for FY2021 (Resolution 21-83). It also granted a 10-year cable franchise to Clarity Telecom, LLC (Ordinance 15-21) and rezoned a property at East 15th and Wyoming Boulevard from R-1 to C-2 (Ordinance 14-21). The council approved a $2.96 million bills and claims list and several consent resolutions, including a property tax levy of 8 mills.

• Adopted FY2021-22 budget appropriations (Resolution 21-84)
• Approved FY2021 budget amendment (Resolution 21-83)
• Granted 10-year cable franchise to Clarity Telecom, LLC (Ordinance 15-21)
• Rezoned property at 15th & Wyoming Blvd from R-1 to C-2 (Ordinance 14-21)
• Approved $2,963,055.61 in bills and claims
• Authorized issuance of Limited Retail Liquor License No. 12 to Casper Lodge #22
• Approved 8 consent resolutions including 8-mill property tax levy
• Authorized $24,547.70 in community promotions funding and rejected City Hall SAFE site bids

Pre-Meeting

The Casper City Council pre-meeting features a presentation by Clarity Franchise and a discussion regarding a sole source purchase for Tasers. The meeting also includes an agenda review.

• Presentation from Clarity Franchise
• Sole source purchase of Tasers
• Agenda review

The Casper City Council held a pre-meeting to discuss agenda items, including a franchise agreement for Clarity Telecom, a sole source purchase of tasers, and the upcoming budget. No formal decisions were made during this pre-meeting; it was a discussion session. The council reviewed Spectrum's concerns about the Clarity franchise terms and heard details on the Taser purchase and budget items.

• Discussed Clarity Telecom franchise agreement and Spectrum's concerns; no action taken.
• Reviewed sole source purchase of tasers from Proforce; no formal approval at pre-meeting.
• Reviewed agenda for the regular meeting, including budget and budget amendment.
• Discussed road project prioritization and maintenance strategies.
• Discussed leash law enforcement and off-leash dog parks.

Work Session

The council will discuss proposed Health Department fee schedule changes and scooter business regulations. Staff will also provide information regarding fire and building code updates and contractor licensing.

• Amendment to the Fiscal Year 2021 Budget
• Proposed Health Department fee schedule changes
• 2021 Fire & Building Code updates
• Contractor licensing information
• Scooter business discussion

The Casper City Council held a work session and gave informal approval to move forward with a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Bird Rides, Inc. for a scooter rental service, the first of its kind in Casper. Council also discussed but took no formal action on health department fee changes, 2021 building code updates, contractor licensing, and a FY21 budget amendment. No formal votes were taken; all items were informational or directed staff to prepare for future action.

• Agreed Councilmembers Lutz and Gamroth will attend WAM conference
• Gave thumbs up to move forward with MOU for Bird Rides scooter service
• Asked staff to review ordinances for scooter operation (sidewalk, downtown rules)
• Discussed health department fee schedule (informational, county will approve)
• Discussed 2021 building code updates (state-mandated, contractor board recommended adoption)
• Discussed contractor licensing process (informational)
• Discussed FY21 budget amendment for next week's meeting (informational)
• Added work session item for fall on City park watering

City Council

The Casper City Council is considering the acceptance of a $9,115,340 American Rescue Plan Act grant. The agenda also includes discussions on budget amendments, zoning changes, and a study for converting downtown streets from one-way to two-way.

• Acceptance of $9,115,340 in ARPA Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds
• Zone change for Lot 3, Methodist Church Addition MBA from R-1 to C-2
• Contract with Mead & Hunt, Inc. for a downtown conversion study up to $39,990
• Purchase of 14 thermal imaging cameras for the Casper Fire Department for $62,250
• Establishment of public hearing dates for FY 2021-2022 budgets and a liquor license

The Casper City Council approved two third-reading ordinances creating the Harmony Hills Addition No. 3 and Kensington Heights Addition No. 3 subdivisions, and adopted a revised downtown open container area resolution with an amendment requiring 5 business days' notice. The council also approved a $2.65 million bills and claims list, a $62,250 purchase of thermal imaging cameras, and several resolutions including a grant acceptance and a study contract.

• Approved Ordinance 12-21 creating Harmony Hills Addition No. 3 (third reading, passed)
• Approved Ordinance 13-21 creating Kensington Heights Addition No. 3 (third reading, passed)
• Approved Ordinance 14-21 zone change for Methodist Church Addition Lot 3 (second reading)
• Approved Ordinance 15-21 granting cable franchise to Clarity Telecom (second reading)
• Adopted Resolution 21-79 revised downtown open container area, amended to require 5 business days' notice
• Adopted Resolutions 21-80, 21-81, 21-82 (grant acceptance, 1% excise tax support, downtown conversion study)
• Approved $2,653,196.11 in bills and claims
• Authorized $62,250 purchase of 14 thermal imaging cameras

Pre-Meeting

The Casper City Council pre-meeting includes presentations on a one-way to two-way conversion study and an open container notification. The session also includes an agenda review.

• One-Way to Two-Way Conversion Study presentation
• Open Container Notification presentation
• Agenda Review

The Casper City Council held a pre-meeting to discuss a proposed study of converting downtown streets from one-way to two-way traffic. The study would be funded primarily by the MPO, with the city paying about $2,700. Council supported including conversion costs in the study scope. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• Supported including conversion costs in the study scope (discussion only)
• Discussed amending open container resolution to add notification requirement (no vote taken)

Work Session

The Casper City Council will hold a work session to request direction regarding Link Drive. The meeting also includes a follow-up from a previous council meeting and reviews of the agenda and legislation.

• Direction requested for Link Drive
• Council meeting follow-up
• Agenda review
• Legislative review

The Casper City Council discussed a request from a property owner at 5051 Link Drive to receive city water and sewer services without immediate annexation and costly off-site improvements. Council gave informal approval to a proposal allowing the owner to tap into utilities laterally, with immediate annexation and a deed requirement to join a future assessment district. No formal vote was taken; the matter will proceed to a regular meeting.

• Supported allowing property owner at 5051 Link Drive to connect to city water/sewer without full annexation improvements (informal consensus)
• Required immediate annexation and deed restriction for future assessment district participation (proposed)

City Council

The Casper City Council is meeting for a special session to consider Resolution No. 21-78. This resolution proposes the approval of a Downtown Open Container Area.

• Resolution No. 21-78: Approving the Downtown Open Container Area

The Casper City Council approved Resolution 21-78, creating a downtown open container area, with an amendment limiting it to 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM. The resolution passed unanimously after discussion and questions from the police chief. Councilmember Pollock recused herself, and Councilmember Johnson was excused.

• Approved downtown open container area (Resolution 21-78), amended to 5-10 PM (unanimous)
• Amended resolution to limit open container hours to 5:00 PM-10:00 PM (unanimous)
• Excused Councilmember Johnson's absence (unanimous)

Special Work Session

The Casper City Council is holding a special work session to review the city budget and classification and compensation. The council will provide direction regarding the budget review.

• Class & Comp Review (Information Only)
• Budget Review (Direction Requested)

The Casper City Council held a work session to review a class and compensation study and budget discussions. They agreed to implement the new pay structure on July 1, 2021, repay the state tax overpayment all at once, fund police infrastructure needs, and move forward on selling three city-owned properties. No formal votes were taken; decisions were made by consensus.

• Agreed to implement new pay structure on July 1, 2021
• Agreed to repay state tax overpayment all at once
• Gave thumbs up to fund police evidence locker, impound lot, and video viewing area
• Gave thumbs up to sell city-owned land at Robertson Rd/Trevett Ln, Center St, and Mesa Del Sol
• Agreed to continue watering parks as planned

Pre-Meeting

The Casper City Council pre-meeting on May 18, 2021, includes a presentation on the Downtown Open Container Area and an agenda review.

• Presentation on Downtown Open Container Area

The Casper City Council held a pre-meeting to discuss the downtown open container area for summer 2021, with no formal votes taken. They considered operating Thursday-Saturday nights plus three holiday Sundays from 5 p.m. to midnight, and discussed extending the boundary west to include the concert area. They also reviewed a proposed amendment to address excessive on-street parking by neighbors, which would be introduced at the regular meeting.

• Discussed open container area hours: Thursday-Saturday plus three holiday Sundays, 5 p.m. to midnight (no vote)
• Discussed extending open container boundary west on Yellowstone from Elm to Oak (no vote)
• Discussed parking amendment for excessive on-street parking, to be introduced at regular meeting (no vote)

City Council

The council will hold a public hearing regarding a zone change for the Methodist Church Addition. They will also review parking regulations and new replatting for Harmony Hills and Kensington Heights. Additionally, several service contracts and lease agreements are up for consideration.

• Zone change from R-1 to C-2 for Lot 3, Methodist Church Addition MBA
• HDR Engineering, Inc. contract for $59,943.74 for the Casper Rail Trail Extension Plan
• Golder Associates, Inc. contract for $51,290 for the Solid Waste Planning Service Project
• Agreement with the Natrona County Conservation District in the amount of $40,000
• Spare Labs, Inc. contract for $34,750 for transit management software services

The Casper City Council adopted Resolution 21-56, the City of Casper Parking Manual, and passed Ordinance 11-21 on third reading, amending Chapter 10.36 of the municipal code. The council also approved a zone change for Lot 3, Methodist Church Addition, on first reading, and passed several other ordinances and resolutions, including franchise grants and consent items. All actions were approved by majority vote, with some abstentions.

• Adopted Resolution 21-56, the City of Casper Parking Manual (passed)
• Passed Ordinance 11-21, amending Chapter 10.36 Parking, on third reading (passed)
• Approved Ordinance 14-21, zone change for Lot 3, Methodist Church Addition, on first reading (passed, Engebretsen and Freel abstained)
• Passed Ordinance 12-21, vacation and replat for Harmony Hills Addition No. 3, on second reading (passed, Engebretsen and Freel abstained)
• Passed Ordinance 13-21, vacation and replat for Kensington Heights Addition No. 3, on second reading (passed, Engebretsen and Freel abstained)
• Passed Ordinance 15-21, granting a cable franchise to Clarity Telecom, LLC, on first reading (passed)
• Approved 11 consent resolutions, including leases, contracts, and 2021-2023 Council Goals (passed, Freel abstained on 21-71)
• Authorized taxicab license for Michael Donahue, d/b/a Eagle Cab (passed)

Special Work Session

The Casper City Council is holding a special work session for a budget review. The council has requested direction regarding the budget.

• Budget review

The Casper City Council held a special work session to review the proposed $147M FY22 budget, which includes a 5% sales tax growth projection, new positions, and a one-time $900 employee payment. No formal decisions were made; council members asked for additional information on streets, employee pay options, and subsidies for a future meeting.

• No formal decisions made; budget review only
• Discussed proposed $147M FY22 budget
• Discussed one-time $900 payment to full-time employees ($568K)
• Discussed paying off $603,040 sales tax overpayment to State this year
• Discussed potential refuse collection fund rate increase for November
• Council requested more info on streets budget, employee pay options, and subsidies

Work Session

The Casper City Council will consider a franchise agreement with Vast Broadband for approval. The council also seeks direction on the American Legion Memorial, 6th Cent Survey, and Health Department budget request. A tentative budget will be presented for information only.

• Franchise Agreement with Vast Broadband
• American Legion Memorial
• 6th Cent Survey
• Health Department Budget Request
• Tentative Budget to Council

The Casper City Council gave informal approval to move the American Legion memorial to Zonta Park and to pursue a 6th cent special use tax resolution for a countywide vote. They also discussed the Health Department budget request, a franchise agreement with Vast Broadband, and the tentative budget. No formal votes were taken; these items are set for future regular meetings.

• Supported moving American Legion memorial to Zonta Park
• Agreed to propose 6th cent tax as all-or-nothing ballot question
• Gave thumbs up to formally vote on 6th cent tax resolution after projects are decided
• Asked to consider $600K funding figure for Health Department in budget discussions
• Gave thumbs up to move Vast Broadband franchise agreement forward for formal approval

Pre-Meeting

The Casper City Council held a pre-meeting to discuss the upcoming transition of transit operations from CATC to city management, effective May 10, 2021. The operating budget increased from about $2.1-2.2 million to $3 million due to capital improvements, funded partly by new federal funds. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• No formal decisions made; transit budget and agenda reviewed

City Council

The Casper City Council approved amendments to the municipal parking code, authorized a restaurant liquor license for Lime Leaf Asian Bistro, and passed first readings of ordinances for two subdivision replats. The council also approved a $1,044,339.79 bills and claims payment and adopted ten consent resolutions for various contracts and agreements.

• Approved parking code amendments (Ordinance 11-21) on second reading with amendments
• Authorized Restaurant Liquor License No. 40 for Lime Leaf Asian Bistro (Pollock abstained)
• Passed first reading of Ordinance 12-21 for Harmony Hills Addition No. 3 (Mayor Freel abstained)
• Passed first reading of Ordinance 13-21 for Kensington Heights Addition No. 3 (Mayor Freel abstained)
• Approved $1,044,339.79 in bills and claims
• Adopted 10 consent resolutions including contracts for landfill, road, sewer, and trail projects
• Established May 18, 2021 public hearing for zone change at Methodist Church Addition
• Excused Councilmember Engebretsen's absence

Work Session

The Casper City Council is holding a work session to request direction on several municipal items. Discussions include the Health Department budget request and the MPO Public Participation Plan. The council will also address the 40th anniversary of the Ford Wyoming Center and continue reviewing council goals and objectives.

• MPO Public Participation Plan direction requested
• 40th Anniversary of Ford Wyoming Center direction requested
• Health Department Budget Request direction requested
• Council Goals & Objectives – Part 2 direction requested

The Casper City Council held a work session and gave informal approval to contribute $50K from CARES funds to Visit Casper for the Ford Wyoming Center's 40th anniversary celebration. They discussed a $650K budget request from the Casper-Natrona County Health Department for FY22, with some members suggesting a compromise of $600K, but no formal decision was made. The council also reviewed the MPO public participation plan and discussed goals and objectives, including adding a Public Information Officer. No formal votes were taken; all items were discussion or direction only.

• Gave informal approval to contribute $50K to Visit Casper for Ford Wyoming Center anniversary (unanimous thumbs up)
• Discussed Health Department FY22 budget request of $650K; no decision, follow-up scheduled for May
• Reviewed MPO public participation plan; no formal action
• Discussed Council goals and objectives; directed staff to explore Public Information Officer and digital presence

Pre-Meeting

The Casper City Council will hold a pre-meeting to discuss a financial audit and rates for Hogadon and the Ice Arena. The meeting also includes an agenda review.

• Financial Audit presentation
• Hogadon and Ice Arena rates discussion
• Agenda review

The pre-meeting was informational, with no formal votes taken. Council reviewed the financial audit findings and discussed proposed fee changes for Hogadon ski basin and the Casper ice arena, including potential subsidy reductions. No decisions were made.

• No formal decisions made; items were discussed for future action

City Council

The council will hold a public hearing regarding parking regulations and restrictions. They will also consider several liquor license transfers and contracts for property clean-up services.

• Public hearing on Parking Regulations and Restrictions (Chapter 10.36)
• Contract with Zonar Systems, Inc. not to exceed $101,828.10 for refuse fleet tracking
• Five one-year contracts for weed and trash clean-up for Code Enforcement
• New liquor license for Lime Leaf Asian Bistro
• Amendments to water distribution and sewer collection procedures

The Casper City Council approved $2,396,513.02 in bills and claims, and authorized multiple liquor license transfers and new licenses, including for FireRock Steakhouse and Old Chicago. The council also passed ordinances on third reading, including one updating water/sewer permit application references and one approving the Central Services Addition No. 2 replat. A resolution approving Amendment No. 2 to the New Delta Addition Subdivision Agreement passed with abstentions from Councilmember Pollock and Mayor Freel.

• Approved $2,396,513.02 in bills and claims (unanimous)
• Authorized transfer of Retail Liquor License No. 28 to 307 Bar, LLC (Pollock abstained)
• Authorized transfer of three retail liquor licenses and issuance of three bar and grill licenses (Pollock abstained)
• Passed Ordinance 9-21 on third reading, amending water/sewer permit application procedures
• Passed Ordinance 10-21 on third reading, approving Central Services Addition No. 2 replat
• Adopted Resolution 21-44 approving New Delta Addition Subdivision Agreement Amendment No. 2 (Pollock and Freel abstained)
• Adopted 11 consent resolutions including weed mowing contracts and outside-city water/sewer service agreements

Work Session

The Casper City Council will hold a work session to request direction on parking fees and the seasonal hours or closure of Fort Caspar. The council will also receive information regarding an amendment to the New Delta Addition Subdivision Agreement.

• Direction requested regarding parking fees
• Direction requested regarding Fort Caspar seasonal hours/closure
• Information only: Amendment to the New Delta Addition Subdivision Agreement

The Casper City Council held a work session and discussed several items, including a proposal to lower the annual parkway parking fee from $250 to $50 for renewals after the first year, which received informal support. They also reviewed Advance Casper's economic development activities, discussed a potential seasonal closure of Fort Casper (no decision made), and reviewed an amendment to the New Delta Addition Subdivision Agreement to allow a wine store on Lot 1, which will be considered at a future meeting. No formal votes were taken during this work session.

• Supported lowering parkway parking fee to $50 after first year (informal)
• Discussed Fort Casper seasonal closure; no decision made
• Reviewed New Delta Addition Subdivision Agreement amendment for Lot 1; to be considered next week
• Added DEA grant discussion to future work session agenda

Pre-Meeting

The Casper City Council pre-meeting includes presentations regarding a parking ordinance revision and Johnson Group Liquor. The agenda also includes an agenda review and a retirement ceremony for Police Officer Don Crow.

• Parking Ordinance Revision presentation
• Johnson Group Liquor presentation
• Retirement ceremony for Police Officer Don Crow

The Casper City Council held a pre-meeting to discuss upcoming agenda items, including revisions to parking laws and fees, and a proposal for liquor license transfers. No formal votes were taken; the council agreed to discuss parking fees and lane changes at the next work session. The liquor license proposal was presented with no questions or comments from the council.

• Discussed parking ordinance revision and fee changes; no action taken
• Agreed to discuss parking fees and lane change option at next work session
• Heard presentation on Johnson Group liquor license transfer and new licenses; no action taken

City Council

The Casper City Council is reviewing several major equipment purchases for the police and fire departments. The council will also set a public hearing date for parking regulations and liquor license transfers. Additionally, various service contracts and grant applications are up for consideration.

• Purchase of new fire engine chassis and bodies for $1,228,574
• Purchase of multiple police utility vehicles totaling $391,063
• Contract with Installation and Service Co., Inc. for $129,255 for North Park Street project
• Repair of Ford Wyoming Center elevator for $95,108.81
• Public hearing date set for April 20 regarding parking regulations and liquor licenses

The Casper City Council approved the April 6, 2021 bills and claims totaling $1,611,214.56, and set a public hearing for April 20, 2021 on parking ordinance changes and multiple liquor license transfers and new licenses. The council also passed two ordinances on second reading, adopted twelve consent resolutions, and approved several purchases including police vehicles, fire engines, and a CCTV vehicle. No substantive decisions were made beyond these approvals.

• Approved payment of April 6, 2021 bills and claims totaling $1,611,214.56
• Set April 20, 2021 public hearing for parking ordinance and liquor license transfers/new licenses
• Passed Ordinance No. 9-21 amending Section 13.04.060 of the municipal code
• Passed Ordinance No. 10-21 approving vacation and replat for Central Services Addition No. 2
• Adopted 12 consent resolutions including GIS fees, Casper Speedway lease, and various contracts
• Authorized appointments to Leisure Services Advisory Board
• Authorized purchase of police vehicles from Greiner Motors for $391,063
• Authorized purchase of two fire engine chassis and bodies from MaxFire for $1,228,574

Work Session

The Casper City Council will hold a work session to discuss the capital budget and request direction on the Second Sheet of Ice Feasibility Study. The council will also receive an update on the Ford Wyoming Events Center and continue discussions regarding community promotions funding.

• Second Sheet of Ice Feasibility Study
• Ford Wyoming Events Center Update
• Community Promotions Funding (Part 2)
• Capital Budget Review

The Casper City Council heard a feasibility study for a second sheet of ice at the Casper Ice Arena, estimated at $9.35M, and directed the Casper Amateur Hockey Club to determine how much they could raise privately and return with a proposal. The council also reviewed the FY22 capital budget and directed staff to remove community promotions allocations for two organizations deemed inappropriate.

• Directed Casper Amateur Hockey Club to return with a proposal including private donations for the $9.35M second ice sheet
• Directed staff to remove community promotions allocations for two organizations deemed inappropriate
• Reviewed $29M FY22 capital budget (no formal approval at work session)

City Council

The Casper City Council is meeting to consider several items including budget amendments and street improvements. The agenda includes a $294,300 asphalt repair contract and the creation of a local assessment district for road surfacing. The council will also review ordinances regarding nicotine product sales and water distribution procedures.

• $294,300 agreement with Installation and Service Company, Inc. for 2021 CPU Asphalt Repair Project
• Adoption of Fiscal Year 2021 Budget Amendment #4
• Repeal of Ordinance No. 54-00 regarding the sale of nicotine products
• Creation of Local Assessment District 158–Coates Road Surfacing Improvements
• Agreement with WYDOT for South Poplar Street and West 1st Street Project

The Casper City Council approved Ordinance No. 6-21 Amended on third reading, which repeals the old tobacco ordinance and creates a new article on the sale of nicotine products, aligning with state law that prohibits sales to those under 21. Two amendments were adopted, modifying penalties for underage purchase and possession of nicotine products. The council also approved several other items, including a budget amendment, a vacation and replat for the Central Services Addition No. 2, and the creation of Local Assessment District No. 158 for paving Coates Road.

• Approved Ordinance No. 6-21 Amended on third reading, creating a new article on the sale of nicotine products with penalties for underage purchase and possession.
• Adopted amendment 1 to modify penalties for underage purchase of nicotine products (Section 9.40.180).
• Adopted amendment 2 to modify penalties for underage possession of nicotine products (Section 9.40.190).
• Approved Ordinance No. 10-21 on first reading, approving the vacation and replat creating the Central Services Addition No. 2.
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-28, amending the fiscal year 2021 budget to reconcile unanticipated revenues and expenses.
• Approved Ordinance No. 7-21 on third reading, approving the Trails West Estates No. 4 Addition subdivision and zone change to R-1.
• Approved Ordinance No. 8-21 on third reading, creating Local Assessment District No. 158 for paving Coates Road.
• Approved consent resolutions authorizing agreements for the South Poplar Street project, the 2021 CPU asphalt repair project, and an outside-city water service contract.

Pre-Meeting

The council will receive an update on Aquatics Facility and Recreation Center fees and program rates. The meeting also includes a review of the NAPA Integrated Business Solutions contract and the School Resource Officer Program budget.

• Aquatics Facility & Recreation Center Fees and Program Rates update
• NAPA Integrated Business Solutions (IBS) Two Year Summary & Contract Renewal
• School Resource Officer Program and Natrona County School District Budget

The Casper City Council held a pre-meeting to discuss three topics: a proposed modest increase in aquatics and recreation center fees, a two-year summary and contract renewal for NAPA Integrated Business Solutions (IBS) for fleet parts management, and a request from Natrona County School District to reduce school resource officers from ten to six. No formal votes were taken; the items were informational and for discussion only.

• Discussed a proposed modest increase in aquatics facility and recreation center fees; no action taken.
• Heard a two-year summary of the NAPA IBS parts inventory partnership and discussed contract renewal; no action taken.
• Discussed NCSD's request to reduce school resource officers from ten to six; no action taken.
• Council asked for data on SRO program impact and a periodic report every three to four years.
• Reviewed the evening's agenda, including the nicotine ordinance, Coates Road Local Assessment District, and budget amendment.

Work Session

The Casper City Council will review a proposed budget amendment and a tobacco ordinance amendment for approval. The session also includes discussions regarding community promotions funding and parking on parkways.

• Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Budget Amendment #4
• Tobacco Ordinance Amendment
• Community Promotions Funding (Part 1)
• Parking on Parkways & Parking Manual Follow-up

The Casper City Council held a work session and gave preliminary approval to move forward with a $23M budget amendment for formal approval, capped community promotions funding at $25K, and agreed to permit parkway parking only on 12th and 13th Streets with conditions. No formal votes were taken; decisions were made by consensus (thumbs up).

• Advanced Budget Amendment #4 ($23M) for formal approval (consensus)
• Capped community promotions funding at $25K (consensus)
• Set community promotions voting sheets due March 15 (consensus)
• Approved parking manual with parkway parking on 12th/13th Streets only (consensus)
• Set RV parkway parking fee at $125/year (consensus)

City Council

The Casper City Council will review several ordinances, including the repeal of nicotine product sale regulations and street vacations. The meeting also includes consideration of contracts for traffic data collection and road surfacing improvements. Additionally, the council will set a public hearing date for upcoming budget amendments and water/sewer code changes.

• $384,307 contract with Wayne Coleman Construction, Inc. for Industrial Avenue Drainage and Surfacing Improvements - Spruce to Elm Project
• Contract with All Traffic Data Services for traffic counts not to exceed $90,000
• Repeal of Ordinance No. 54-00 regarding the sale of nicotine products
• Vacation and replat of Trails West Estates No. 4 addition
• Public hearing date set for March 16, 2021, for budget amendment #4 and sewer/water code changes

The Casper City Council approved the vacation of East 7th Street between South Jackson Street and the public alley in the Sheridan Heights Addition, with two utility easements reserved. The council also postponed the third reading of Ordinance No. 6-21 regarding the sale of nicotine products to the March 16 meeting. Additionally, the council approved consent resolutions for financial guidelines, a drainage and surfacing contract, and a traffic counts agreement, and appointed Kenneth Bates to the Casper Housing Authority Board.

• Approved Ordinance No. 5-21 vacating East 7th Street (3rd reading)
• Postponed third reading of nicotine sales ordinance to March 16
• Approved Ordinance No. 7-21 for Trails West Estates No. 4 vacation/replat and zone change (2nd reading)
• Approved Ordinance No. 8-21 creating Local Assessment District No. 158 (2nd reading)
• Adopted Resolution 21-25 amending financial administration guidelines
• Authorized agreement with Wayne Coleman Construction for Industrial Avenue drainage and surfacing (Resolution 21-26)
• Authorized contract with All Traffic Data Services for traffic counts (Resolution 21-27)
• Appointed Kenneth Bates to Casper Housing Authority Board

Pre-Meeting

The Casper City Council will hold a pre-meeting to discuss several administrative items. The agenda includes reviewing 2021 Casper Municipal Golf Course rates and financial policy guidelines.

• 2021 Casper Municipal Golf Course Rates
• Financial Policy Guidelines
• Work Session/Council Meeting Date Changes

The Casper City Council held a pre-meeting work session on March 2, 2021, discussing several items but taking no formal votes. They reviewed a proposal to increase season pass rates at the Casper Municipal Golf Course, with daily green fees unchanged. The council also discussed updates to financial policy guidelines and potential changes to meeting dates to avoid conflicts with County Commission meetings. No formal decisions were made; the mayor agreed to speak with the County Commission chairman about scheduling.

• Discussed changing council meeting dates to avoid conflicts with County Commission meetings; no action taken, mayor to speak with chairman.
• Reviewed updates to financial policy guidelines; no formal action taken.
• Discussed proposed increase to Casper Municipal Golf Course season pass rates; daily green fees unchanged; no formal action taken.
• Reviewed agenda for upcoming meeting, including nicotine ordinance discussion; no formal action taken.

Work Session

The Casper City Council will hold a work session regarding parking on parkways and a parking manual. The council also plans to review its goals and objectives.

• Parking on Parkways & Parking Manual
• Council Goals & Objectives
• Council Meeting Follow-up
• Agenda Review
• Legislative Review

The Casper City Council held a work session and directed staff to research other communities' approaches to parking on parkways and to revise parkway parking guidelines, with a follow-up scheduled for the March 9 work session. The council also discussed updates to the parking manual, including fee changes and permit process revisions, but took no formal votes. Additionally, council members agreed on priority areas for goals and objectives, directing staff to develop a fleshed-out agenda for future review.

• Directed staff to research other communities' parkway parking rules and revise guidelines (no vote)
• Scheduled parkway parking follow-up for March 9 work session
• Agreed on priority areas for council goals: infrastructure, citizen engagement, budget strategy, tech infrastructure, asset diversification
• Directed staff to develop a fleshed-out agenda of priorities for future work session
• Requested analysis of facility/asset repair history and funding sources
• Asked for Fort Caspar item to be added to an agenda before budget discussion

City Council

The City Council will consider ordinances related to public decency and the repeal of nicotine product sale regulations. The agenda also includes several infrastructure contracts and land annexation requests.

• Contract with Crown Construction LLC for $196,750 for Collins Drive street mill and overlay
• Purchase of a 2021 Mack Transport Tractor Truck for $108,181.07
• Ordinance amending the municipal code regarding offenses against public decency
• Contract with WLC Engineering for $63,500 for Industrial Avenue drainage and surfacing
• Annexation of East Robertson Road Addition and 3489 South Robertson Road

The Casper City Council approved several ordinances and resolutions, including the final adoption of an amended public decency ordinance targeting prostitution, the annexation and rezoning of the East Robertson Road Addition, and the creation of Local Assessment District 158 for Coates Road. The council also renewed annual liquor licenses, approved a new nicotine sales ordinance, and authorized various contracts and purchases. All votes passed, with some abstentions and a few dissenting votes on the nicotine ordinance.

• Adopted amended prostitution ordinance (Ordinance 1-21) on third reading, adding 'touched' and proximity language
• Approved annexation and AG zoning for East Robertson Road Addition (Ordinance 4-21) on third reading
• Created Local Assessment District 158 for Coates Road improvements (Ordinance 8-21) on first reading
• Approved Trails West Estates No. 4 vacation/replat and zone change (Ordinance 7-21) on first reading
• Renewed annual liquor licenses for 2021-2022, with conditions for Retail Liquor License No. 5
• Adopted nicotine products sales ordinance (Ordinance 6-21) on second reading, with 3 nay votes
• Approved Highland Park Cemetery Addition No. 2 plat (Ordinance 3-21) on third reading
• Authorized purchase of 2021 Mack transport truck for $108,181.07

Pre-Meeting

The Casper City Council pre-meeting includes several scheduled presentations. Topics include Meadowlark Park, portable classroom buildings for the Fire Training Facility, and a 7th Street vacation. The council will also discuss municipal golf course improvements.

• Meadowlark Park presentation
• Portable classroom buildings for the Fire Training Facility
• 7th Street vacation
• Municipal Golf Course Improvements & Equipment

The Casper City Council held a pre-meeting and gave direction on several items. They supported waiting to develop Meadowlark Park until higher-priority projects are addressed, supported vacating a portion of East 7th Street as initially proposed, and supported moving forward with golf course improvements using unspent fire sprinkler project funds. No formal votes were taken; these were directional discussions.

• Supported waiting to develop Meadowlark Park until higher-priority projects are addressed
• Supported vacating the portion of East 7th Street as initially proposed
• Supported moving forward with municipal golf course improvements using unspent fire sprinkler funds
• Mayor and Councilmembers Engebretsen, Knell, and Cathey to serve on Police Station Building Committee

Work Session

The council will discuss a utility rate model review and receive an update on the East Robertson Road Addition annexation. The session also includes information regarding a prostitution ordinance amendment and the police building.

• Prostitution Ordinance Amendment
• Police Building information
• Annexation of East Robertson Road Addition update
• Utility Rate Model Review
• Liquor License Renewal & Police Report

The Casper City Council held a work session with no formal votes, but directed staff to form a committee to study a new police building, move forward with the East Robertson Road annexation, and request two business owners appear at next week's meeting regarding liquor license compliance. They also reviewed utility rate models and discussed a prostitution ordinance amendment for a future vote.

• Directed staff to form a committee to research police building options (unanimous thumbs up)
• Moved East Robertson Road annexation report forward for formal approval (unanimous thumbs up)
• Directed staff to request Travis Taylor and Pizza Ranch owners to speak at next week's liquor license renewal hearing (unanimous)
• Agreed to add graffiti abatement program to future work session agenda (unanimous thumbs up)
• Discussed prostitution ordinance amendment language for a future vote (no formal action)
• Reviewed utility rate models for water, sewer, refuse, and balefill funds (no formal action)

City Council

The Casper City Council will consider ordinance amendments regarding speed zones and public decency. The agenda also includes reviewing several construction contracts for local infrastructure projects. Additionally, the council will hear proposals related to nicotine product sales and street vacations.

• Repeal of Ordinance No. 54-00 regarding the sale of nicotine products
• $209,044.00 contract with Crown Construction, LLC for Recycle Depot Improvements Project
• $142,482.50 contract with Installation and Service Company, Inc. for 2nd Street Mill and Overlay Project
• Amendments to municipal code regarding public decency and speed zones
• $35,000 DEA fund acceptance for cannabis eradication overtime reimbursement

The Casper City Council approved $2,134,232.39 in bills and claims, adopted an ordinance revising the downtown 20 mph speed zone, and approved several resolutions including a contract for recycle depot improvements. The council also postponed a third reading of an ordinance on public decency offenses to a future meeting.

• Approved $2,134,232.39 in bills and claims (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2-21 revising downtown 20 mph speed zones (passed)
• Approved Resolution 21-13 with Crown Construction for recycle depot improvements (passed, Cathey nay)
• Approved six consent resolutions including DEA funds acceptance and construction contracts (passed, Johnson and Pollock nay on 21-10)
• Postponed third reading of Ordinance 1-21 on public decency offenses (passed)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 5-21 vacating East 7th Street (passed, Knell nay)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 6-21 on nicotine product sales (passed, Johnson nay)
• Authorized Restaurant Liquor License No. 43 for Ludovico (passed)

Pre-Meeting

The Casper City Council pre-meeting includes discussions on the consent agenda and proclamation guidelines. The council will also address an item regarding 21st and Kingsbury to Wyoming Boulevard.

• Discussion of Consent Agenda
• Review of 21st and Kingsbury to Wyoming Boulevard
• Proclamation Guidelines discussion
• Agenda Review

The Casper City Council held a pre-meeting discussion on February 2, 2021, covering consent agenda procedures, traffic speed monitoring on 21st Avenue, and draft proclamation guidelines. No formal votes were taken; the council provided informal direction, including supporting staff discretion on proclamations and a two-week notice requirement. The meeting was procedural and informational only.

• Discussed consent agenda process; no formal action taken
• Discussed traffic speed data on 21st Avenue; staff to gather new data
• Council supported staff discretion on proclamation requests
• Council supported two weeks notice for proclamation requests
• Council supported limiting recognition items to three per meeting

Work Session

The Casper City Council will hold a work session to discuss several items. The council will review an update on goals and objectives, a request for proposals for Cable Channel 1, and a tobacco ordinance.

• Tobacco Ordinance
• RFP for Cable Channel 1
• Council Goals & Objectives Update

The Casper City Council held a work session where they gave preliminary approval to release an RFP for cable channel 192, move forward with a tobacco ordinance aligning with state statute, and contribute $50K per year for four years to Proud to Host the Best. They also directed staff to prepare goals for a February 23 work session and discussed legislative concerns. No formal votes were taken; these were consensus decisions to proceed.

• Approved release of RFP for cable channel 192 (consensus)
• Approved moving tobacco ordinance forward for formal consideration (majority thumbs up)
• Approved $50K annual contribution to Proud to Host the Best for four years (consensus)
• Directed staff to compose goals and schedule goal-setting for Feb 23 work session
• Directed staff to add work session/meeting date changes and vehicles in yards to future agenda

City Council

The Casper City Council will review ordinance amendments regarding speed zones and public decency. The council is also considering contracts for sewer rehabilitation and downtown security cameras. Additionally, the meeting includes a proposal to purchase new fire equipment.

• Purchase of a new fire chassis and body from MaxFire for $628,004
• Contract amendment with Jacobs Engineering Group for $138,817 for sewer rehabilitation
• Contract with Alliance Communication & Technologies for $56,746.80 for security cameras
• Ordinance amendments regarding public decency and speed zones
• Annexation of East Robertson Road Addition to the City

The Casper City Council approved $1,290,750.74 in bills and claims, and passed several ordinances on first and second reading, including the Highland Park Cemetery Addition No. 2 plat, the East Robertson Road annexation and rezone, and amendments to public decency and speed zone codes. The council also set a public hearing for February 2, 2021, on a street vacation, nicotine product sales repeal, and a liquor license, and authorized a new fire chassis purchase and board appointments.

• Approved $1,290,750.74 in bills and claims (unanimous)
• Set Feb 2, 2021 public hearing for East 7th Street vacation, nicotine sales repeal, and Ludovico liquor license (Pollock abstained on liquor item)
• Cancelled public hearing for repealing nicotine product sales ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 3-21 on first reading: Highland Park Cemetery Addition No. 2 plat (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 4-21 on first reading: East Robertson Road annexation and rezone of 3489 S. Robertson Rd. (Freel and Engebretsen abstained)
• Approved Ordinance 1-21 on second reading: public decency code amendments, with typo fix (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2-21 on second reading: 20 mph speed zone amendments (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolutions 21-6 through 21-9: sewer engineering contract, parking structure cameras, local assessment district, Coates Road MOU (unanimous)

Pre-Meeting

The council will review a presentation on a new bookmobile and hold discussions regarding Coates Road. The agenda also includes North Platte Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation and financial support for employees at Ford Wyoming Center.

• New Bookmobile presentation
• Coates Road discussion
• North Platte Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation
• Financial Support for Employees at Ford Wyoming Center

Work Session

The Casper City Council will discuss committee assignments and transportation initiatives for people with disabilities. The session also includes a demonstration of Casper 311 and consideration of moving forward with an ordinance repeal for tobacco and a fire chassis purchase.

• Repeal of tobacco ordinance
• Purchase of fire chassis and body
• Casper 311 demonstration
• Council committee assignments
• Transportation initiatives for people with disabilities

Pre-Meeting

The Casper City Council pre-meeting includes a discussion about sanitation truck purchases. The agenda also features an optional orientation on Robert’s Rules of Order for Council-Elect members.

• Sanitation Truck Purchases
• Robert’s Rules of Order Orientation for Council-Elect

City Council

The Casper City Council will seat the 2021 council members and elect a new Mayor and Vice-Mayor for the calendar year. The agenda includes public hearings regarding speed zones and municipal code amendments. The council will also consider several large equipment purchases for sanitation and parks departments.

• Public hearing on amending municipal code sections regarding prostitution and speed zones
• Purchase of a 27-yard sanitation truck for $298,786
• Purchase of two 40-yard sanitation trucks for $537,294
• Change order of $4,000 for the Casper Events Center fire alarm replacement project
• Establishment of public hearing dates for tobacco ordinance repeal and East Robertson Road annexation

The Casper City Council seated newly elected members and re-elected Steven K. Freel as mayor and Ray Pacheco as vice mayor for 2021. The council approved a new employment agreement for Municipal Judge Cally E. Lund, passed first readings of ordinances amending the prostitution and 20 mph speed zone codes, and approved consent resolutions including a change order for the Events Center fire alarm and a replat for Kensington Heights Addition No. 2. A consent minute action authorized purchases of sanitation trucks and other equipment, and set public hearing dates for a tobacco ordinance repeal, a cemetery plat, and an annexation.

• Re-elected Steven K. Freel as Mayor for 2021 (motion passed)
• Elected Ray Pacheco as Vice Mayor for 2021 (motion passed)
• Approved employment agreement with Municipal Judge Cally E. Lund (Resolution 21-1)
• Passed first reading of ordinance amending prostitution code (Ordinance 1-21)
• Passed first reading of ordinance amending 20 mph speed zone code (Ordinance 2-21)
• Approved consent resolutions including Events Center fire alarm change order and Kensington Heights replat (Resolutions 21-2 to 21-5)
• Authorized purchase of sanitation trucks and equipment totaling over $1.1 million (consent minute action)
• Set public hearing dates for tobacco ordinance repeal, cemetery plat, and East Robertson Road annexation