Sheridan County public meetings in 2023
85 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners is holding a special meeting to conduct interviews for appointments to the Sheridan County Fair Board. The session includes remarks from three candidates and an executive session to consider a public officer appointment.
- Interviews with Michael Arzy, Jack Wood, and Brittany Gorzalka
- Executive Session to consider an appointment of a public officer
The Board of County Commissioners held a special meeting to interview three candidates for appointment to the Sheridan County Fair Board. The interviews were conducted in executive session. No final appointments were recorded in the minutes.
- Approved motion to enter executive session to consider appointment of a county fair board member
Staff Meeting
This is a regular staff meeting for the Sheridan County Board of County Commissioners. The agenda consists only of procedural items including call to order, reports, and adjournment.
The board received staff reports regarding upcoming agenda items, coroner caseloads, and fairgrounds repairs. Administrative Director Cameron Duff discussed payroll inaccuracies and technical issues with the Executime digital timecard system. No formal decisions were made during the meeting.
BOCC Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners will review several items including airport projects and property leasing rules. The agenda also includes a setback variance request and the ratification of a utility license agreement.
- Ratify Montana-Dakota Utilities Co. license agreement for underground electric crossing at CR #92
- Consider Purdy Setback Variance
- Consider Federal Assistance application for 2024 Realign Taxiway Alpha Project design
- Consider rules for leasing County-Owned Property at the County Airport
- Consider purchase of a vehicle for Sheridan County Airport
The Board approved a setback variance for a pole barn at 37 Whisper Lane. The Board also ratified a license agreement with Montana-Dakota Utilities Co. and approved the consent agenda.
- Approved Purdy Setback Variance for pole barn at 37 Whisper Lane
- Ratified License Agreement 2314LA with Montana-Dakota Utilities Co. for underground electric crossing at CR #92
- Approved consent agenda
- Approved meeting agenda
Staff Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners staff meeting includes a quarterly update from the Sheridan Community Land Trust and a presentation by the Big Horn Woman’s Club. The board will also discuss upcoming liaison assignments for 2024.
- Big Horn Woman’s Club request for 1% Optional funding for ADA compliance
- Discussion of 2024 Board of County Commissioners membership and liaison assignments
- City of Sheridan request for WWDC letter of support
The meeting consisted of staff reports and discussions; no formal votes or final decisions were recorded. Items including a rezoning application, airport grant, and board liaison assignments were scheduled for future meetings.
- Tabled decision on Purdy setback variance and Omarr re-zone to Tuesday's meeting
- Tabled decision on airport maintenance vehicle and leasing regulations to Tuesday's meeting
- Tabled approval of 2024 Board membership/liaison assignments to January 2, 2024
- Discussed $22,000 funding request from Big Horn Woman’s Club for ADA ramps (no action taken)
- Discussed City of Sheridan request for WWDC letter of support for transmission line (no action taken)
- Discussed road closure variance request for Red Grade Road (no action taken)
Airport Meeting
The Board reviewed updates on the terminal building baggage addition and the ramp expansion project. Discussions were held regarding a proposed taxiway realignment to correct a hazard on Alpha taxiway. No formal votes were recorded for the major projects, though the Board addressed equipment transfers and building rentals.
- Approved transfer of old Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) to Clearmont Fire District
- Accepted assignment of rent for In-Yarak building purchase by Wyoming Welding and Machine
Staff Meeting
This is a regular staff meeting for the Sheridan County Board of Commissioners. The agenda includes reports from staff and elected officials, as well as an update regarding the Bighorn National Forest.
- Staff/Elected Reports
- Bighorn National Forest Quarterly Update
The Board of County Commissioners voted to reopen the filing period for the Fair Board for 14 days. Other discussions included infrastructure updates and planning commission recommendations, but no other formal actions were taken.
- Approved motion to reopen Fair Board filing period for 14 days (Motion Carried)
BOCC Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners will review several items including a proposal for a one-time staff appreciation bonus and enhancements to human resource services. The meeting also includes decisions on board appointments and the ratification of multiple license agreements.
- Proposal for a One-Time Staff Appreciation Bonus
- Ratification of sewer service line installation at CR#112 ($0 fee)
- Ratification of conduit and water tap installation at CR #119 ($708.00 fee)
- Appointment to the Predator Management District of Sheridan County
- Reappointment of members to the Sheridan County Fair Board
The Board of County Commissioners approved the consent agenda, which included ratifying several license agreements and a fireworks permit. The board also approved general county warrants totaling $1,781,686.57 and airport warrants totaling $1,014,994.84.
- Approved consent agenda (Motion carried)
- Ratified Master License Agreement M23-03 with Schoeny Inc.
- Ratified License Agreement 2312LA with Schoeny Inc. for sewer service line installation at CR#112 ($0 fee)
- Ratified fireworks display permit for Bruce Burns on December 16, 2023
- Ratified Master License Agreement M23-04 with Butler Properties
- Ratified License Agreement 2313LA with Butler Properties for conduit and water tap installation at CR #119 ($708.00 fee)
- Approved November General County Warrants ($1,781,686.57)
- Approved November General Airport Warrants ($1,014,994.84)
Staff Meeting
This is a regular staff meeting for the Sheridan County Board of County Commissioners. The agenda consists of procedural items including warrant review and staff or elected official reports.
- Warrant Review
The Board of County Commissioners approved a refund for a taxpayer who was incorrectly assessed for an outbuilding since 2020. Other items discussed included staff bonuses and the transition of deputy coroners to county employees.
- Approved $326.42 refund to landowner for incorrect outbuilding assessment
Staff Meeting
The staff meeting will discuss the 2024 Sheridan County Courthouse closure schedule and update on the Tongue River Pathway project.
- 2024 Sheridan County Courthouse Closure Schedule Discussion
- Tongue River Pathway Update
The Board decided to add December 24, 2024, to the Courthouse closure schedule, with the building closing at 1:00 p.m. that day. The full 2024 Courthouse Closure Schedule will be considered at a future meeting. No other formal motions were made.
- Added December 24, 2024, to Courthouse closure schedule (closing at 1:00 p.m.)
BOCC Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners will meet to consider a resolution opposing a State Trust Land Exchange with Columbus Peak Ranch, LLC. The meeting also includes consideration of a Homeland Security grant agreement and an interlocal agreement for a shared report management system.
- Resolution 23-11-019 opposing the proposed State Trust Land Exchange with Columbus Peak Ranch, LLC
- 23-SHSP-SHE-SO-AET-1 Grant Award Agreement with Wyoming Office of Homeland Security
- Interlocal Cooperation Agreement for a Shared Report Management System with the City of Sheridan
- Ratification of Charter Communications/Spectrum Pacific West LLC license agreement for conduit installation at CR#103 ($284 fee)
- Ratification of bid award for Monarch Road Project to S & S Builders, LLC
The Board adopted a resolution opposing a proposed state trust land exchange with Columbus Peak Ranch, LLC. They also approved a grant for sheriff's office computers and a shared report management system with the City of Sheridan.
- Adopted Resolution 23-11-019 opposing State Trust Land Exchange with Columbus Peak Ranch, LLC
- Approved 23-SHSP-SHE-SO-AET-1 Grant Award Agreement for 12 Mobile Data Computers ($39,756)
- Approved Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with City of Sheridan for Shared Report Management System
- Adopted Resolution 23-11-020 Notice of Intent to Vacate portion of Willow Circle right-of-way
- Ratified license agreement with Charter Communications/Spectrum Pacific West LLC for conduit installation ($284)
- Ratified bid award for Monarch Road Project to S & S Builders, LLC
- Ratified two 24-hour Catering Permits for D&B Liquors LLC
Staff Meeting
This is a regular staff meeting for the Sheridan County Board of County Commissioners. The agenda consists only of procedural items including reports and adjournment.
The Board of County Commissioners held a staff meeting to receive departmental updates. No formal decisions were made or motions passed during the session.
Staff Meeting
This is a regular staff meeting for the Sheridan County Board of County Commissioners. The agenda consists only of procedural items including reports and adjournment.
The Board of County Commissioners met for a staff update session. No formal decisions were made or motions passed during the meeting.
BOCC Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners will consider several grant award agreements from the Wyoming Office of Homeland Security. The meeting also includes discussions regarding federal assistance for the Sheridan County Airport apron and a liquor license transfer.
- Grant Award Agreements from Wyoming Office of Homeland Security
- Federal Assistance applications to expand General Aviation Apron at Sheridan County Airport
- Contract with Wyoming Department of Health for Community Services Block Grant program
- Retail Liquor License transfer from Gregson Properties LLC to Craig Properties LLC
- Appointment of County Engineer as Viewer for Willow Circle portion vacation
The Board of County Commissioners approved the consent agenda, which included the ratification of water tap license agreements and the approval of general county and airport interim warrants.
- Approved consent agenda (Motion carried)
- Ratified Master License Agreement M23-02 with Tony Wille
- Ratified License Agreement 2310LA with Tony Wille for residential water tap at County Road 62
- Approved October interim mid-month General County Warrants
- Approved October interim mid-month General Airport Warrants
Staff Meeting
This is a regular staff meeting for the Sheridan County Board of County Commissioners. The agenda consists of procedural items including warrant review and staff or elected official reports.
- Warrant Review
The Board of County Commissioners met for a staff update and warrant review. No formal decisions were made or motions passed during the meeting.
Staff Meeting
The staff meeting will cover reports from staff and elected officials, with no specific decisions or discussions planned.
The Board of County Commissioners met for a staff meeting to receive reports from county officials. No formal decisions were made or motions passed during the session.
County Commissioners
The Sheridan County Commissioners met for a special meeting to consider a notice of intent to adopt regulations for leasing county-owned property at the airport.
- Notice of Intent to Adopt Rules and Regulations Governing Leasing County-Owned Property at the County Airport
The Board of County Commissioners approved and authorized the Chairwoman to sign the Notice of Intent to Adopt Rules and Regulations Governing Leasing County-Owned Property at the County Airport.
- Approved Notice of Intent to Adopt Rules and Regulations Governing Leasing County-Owned Property at the County Airport (Motion Carries)
Staff Meeting
This is a regular staff meeting for the Sheridan County Board of County Commissioners. The agenda includes reports from staff and elected officials, as well as a quarterly update from the Sheridan County Conservation District.
- Staff/Elected Reports
- Sheridan County Conservation District Quarterly Update
The Board of County Commissioners met for staff reports and updates. No formal decisions were made or motions passed during the meeting.
County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners received a presentation from MOA Architect regarding a facility assessment of the historic Sheridan County Jail and Sheriff's residence. The architect estimated hard construction costs at $2.5 million over two years. No funding is currently in place for the project.
- Received facility assessment presentation for historic jail
BOCC Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners will review a grant application to the USDA Forest Service for the 2023 Community Wildfire Defense Grant. The board will also consider ratifying a SLIB loan reimbursement request related to historic courthouse and jail renovations.
- Ratification of SLIB Loan Reimbursement Request #2 for Historic Courthouse & Jail Renovations
- Application to the USDA Forest Service for the 2023 Community Wildfire Defense Grant (CWDG)
The Board approved an application for the 2023 Community Wildfire Defense Grant to revise the Community Wildfire Protection plan. The grant is 90% federally funded with a 10% in-kind contribution. The Board also approved the consent agenda and the meeting agenda.
- Approved application for 2023 Community Wildfire Defense Grant (3-1)
- Approved consent agenda (Motion Carries)
- Approved agenda as published (Motion Carries)
- Ratified SLIB Loan Reimbursement Request #2 for Historic Courthouse & Jail Renovations (via consent agenda)
Staff Meeting
This is a regular staff meeting for the Sheridan County Board of County Commissioners. The agenda consists only of procedural items including call to order and reports.
The meeting consisted of staff reports and discussions regarding county projects. No motions were made and no formal decisions were voted upon during the session.
Staff Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners staff meeting will include reports from elected and staff members. The agenda also includes a quarterly update regarding the Sheridan Community Land Trust.
- Sheridan Community Land Trust Quarterly Update
The Board of County Commissioners met for a staff update session. No formal decisions were made or motions passed during the meeting.
- No motions were made or decided
BOCC Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners will review several lease agreements regarding the Sheridan County Airport and a cost-sharing proposal with the City of Sheridan. The meeting also includes consideration of a vehicle purchase for the Coroner’s Office.
- Lease agreement extension for FAA garage site at Sheridan County Airport
- Lease agreement for antenna and equipment space at Sheridan County Airport
- Proposal to split $25,000 in annexation costs for 6 islands with the City of Sheridan
- Purchase of a 2024 Toyota Tundra and topper for $50,000 for the Coroner’s Office
- Ratification of Bill of Sale for building at 769 Airfield Lane
The Board of County Commissioners approved the consent agenda, which included the ratification of a building bill of sale and the approval of general county and airport warrants for September.
- Approved consent agenda (Motion carried)
- Ratified Bill of Sale for building at 769 Airfield Lane transferring to Sheridan County
- Approved September General County Warrants
- Approved September General Airport Warrants
- Approved Rider for Bond #107736421 for Commissioner Holly Jennings ($5,000)
Staff Meeting
The meeting consists of routine staff and elected official reports. The agenda also includes a warrant review and an update regarding SAWS.
- Warrant Review
- Staff/Elected Reports
- SAWS Update
The Board of County Commissioners reviewed September 2023 warrant reports and received departmental updates. No formal decisions were made or motions passed during the meeting.
Staff Meeting
This is a regular staff meeting for the Sheridan County Board of County Commissioners. The agenda consists only of standard procedural items including call to order and reports.
The meeting consisted of reports from county staff and elected officials. No formal actions, votes, or decisions were recorded in the minutes.
BOCC Meeting
The Board approved funding for transit services and a controlled substances incinerator for the police department. They also authorized a water line change order for the Brooks Street Greenspace project and approved a vacation request for Saeler. Several liquor permits and a fire mitigation contract were ratified via the consent agenda.
- Approved $100,000 in 1% Funding for Goose Greek Transit for 2023-24 (4-1)
- Approved purchase of controlled substances incinerator for Sheridan Police Department
- Approved $66,645 change order for Northern Underground water lines at Brooks Street Greenspace
- Approved Item VA-23-003: Saeler Vacation
- Approved Inclement Weather policy for Sheridan County Courthouse
- Approved BLM amended Right of Way application for Red Grade Trails System
- Approved letter of support for Sheridan Community Land Trust T-Mobile Hometown Grant
- Ratified three 24-hour liquor permits and a fire mitigation services contract
Staff Meeting
This is a regular staff meeting for the Sheridan County Board of County Commissioners. The agenda consists only of procedural items including call to order, reports, and adjournment.
The Board heard a presentation from property owners Jay Martinson and John Dick regarding the potential purchase or lease of space at 231 S. Main Street. No formal action was taken; the item will be brought before the Board for consideration at a later date.
- Tabled decision on 231 S. Main Street property for future consideration
Staff Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners staff will receive an update regarding The Hub on Smith. The meeting includes a request for funding to support Goose Creek Transit.
- Update on The Hub on Smith
- Funding request for Goose Creek Transit
The Board received a presentation requesting a funding increase for Goose Creek Transit from $50,000 to $100,000. No decision was made during this meeting; the request will be considered at the September 19, 2023, Regular Board Meeting.
- Tabled funding request for Goose Creek Transit until September 19, 2023
BOCC Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners will consider a lease agreement with United Parcel Service, Inc. for the Sheridan County Airport. The meeting also includes discussions regarding water line replacements on Brooks Street and vehicle procurement.
- Lease Agreement between Sheridan County and United Parcel Service, Inc. for the airport
- $21,000 amended engineering agreement from Morrison Maierle for Brooks Street water line replacement
- Bid award to Sheridan Motors for a 2023 Jeep Wagoneer L 4x4 SUV
- Request by Morrison Maierle and Northern Underground to close the 2nd Floor door for water line work
- Ratification of Range Telephone Cooperative Inc. license agreement for conduit installation at CR 28
The Board of County Commissioners approved a consent agenda including several permits, license agreements, and meeting minutes. The board also processed general county and airport warrants for August and interim mid-month payments.
- Approved consent agenda (Motion carried)
- Ratified letter of Support for Charter broadband internet
- Ratified 24-hour Catering Permit for Big Horn Equestrian Center
- Ratified 24-hour Manufacturer’s Off-Premise Permit for Black Tooth Brewing Company
- Ratified License Agreement 2309LA with Range Telephone Cooperative Inc ($166.25)
- Ratified 24-hour Catering Permit for WJK LLC dba No Name Bar
- Ratified Dick Anderson Change Orders PCO #008 & PCO #010 for Sheriff's Office Remodel
- Ratified License Agreement for underground electric crossing replacement at Sheridan County Airport
County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular staff meeting to conduct routine business. The agenda includes warrant review and reports from staff and elected officials.
- Warrant Review
The Board of County Commissioners reviewed the August 2023 Warrant Reports. No votes were taken and no formal actions were decided during the meeting.
County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a special meeting to conduct interviews for a public officer position. The board also intends to appoint a temporary successor to fill a vacancy on the Board of County Commissioners.
- Interviews with candidates Michael Arzy, Bryan Helferich, and Holly Jennings
- Executive session to consider an appointment of a public officer
- Appointment of a temporary successor for a County Commissioner vacancy
The Board interviewed three candidates to fill a County Commissioner vacancy. Three separate motions to appoint a candidate failed due to a lack of seconds. No appointment was made during the meeting.
- Motion to appoint Michael Arzy failed (lack of second)
- Motion to appoint Bryan Helferich failed (lack of second)
- Motion to appoint Holly Jennings failed (lack of second)
County Commissioners
The Sheridan County Board of Commissioners will meet to review staff and elected official reports. The meeting also includes consideration of two lease agreements with C&B Equipment for Fairgrounds machinery.
- Lease agreement #09870252 for Fairgrounds tractor equipment
- Lease agreement #09870274 for Fairgrounds compact track loader
The Board of County Commissioners approved two lease agreements with C&B Equipment for machinery to be used at the Fairgrounds. The meeting included reports from county staff and elected officials.
- Approved C&B Equipment lease agreement #09870252 for Fairgrounds tractor equipment
- Approved C&B Equipment lease agreement #09870274 for Fairgrounds compact track loader
Airport Meeting
The meeting consisted of a call to order, a staff report from the Airport Manager, and adjournment. No votes were taken and no official actions were recorded.
County Commissioners
This is a procedural-only agenda for the Sheridan County Commissioners' regular staff meeting. The agenda contains only a call to order, staff/elected reports, and adjournment, with no specific decisions, proposals, or public hearings listed.
The meeting consisted of reports from county staff and elected officials. No formal actions were decided, approved, or denied.
County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will review several items including a budget amendment for unanticipated revenues and expenditures. The meeting also includes consideration of a funding request for CHAPS Equine Assisted Services and an agreement with the Wyoming Department of Health.
- Budget Amendment #2 regarding unanticipated revenues and expenditures
- $15,000 funding request for CHAPS Equine Assisted Services
- Agreement between Sheridan County WIC Program and Wyoming Department of Health
- Ratification of Charter Communications/Spectrum Pacific West LLC license agreement ($165 fee)
- Appointment of Tobie Alsup to the Sheridan Memorial Hospital Board of Trustees
The Board of County Commissioners approved a budget amendment for unanticipated revenues and expenditures and an annual financial statement. They also authorized funding for CHAPS Equine Assisted Services and appointed a new trustee to the Sheridan Memorial Hospital Board.
- Approved Resolution 23-08-017 Budget Amendment #2 for FY 2022-23
- Approved Agreement between Wyoming Department of Health, Sheridan County WIC Program, and Sheridan County
- Adopted Resolution 23-08-018 Annual Statement for year ending June 30, 2023
- Approved $15,000 in 1% Funding for CHAPS Equine Assisted Services for 2023-24
- Appointed Tobie Alsup to Sheridan Memorial Hospital Board of Trustees (term Sept 1, 2023 to July 1, 2024)
- Ratified Charter Communications/Spectrum Pacific West LLC license agreement for fiber transport at County Road 127 ($165 fee)
- Ratified Certificate of Final Completion from Wagner Ranch Services LLC for Brooks Street Paving & Retaining Wall Project
County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular staff meeting. The agenda consists only of call to order, staff and elected reports, and adjournment.
The Board of County Commissioners held a staff meeting with no substantive decisions recorded. Commissioner Haswell announced a special meeting on August 24, 2023, to select a replacement for the position vacated by Allen Thompson.
- Announced special meeting for August 24, 2023, to select a replacement for Commissioner Thompson
County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hear a presentation regarding a 1% funding application from CHAPS Equine Assisted Services. The agenda also includes a quarterly update from the Bighorn National Forest.
- CHAPS Equine Assisted Services 1% Funding Application Presentation
- Bighorn National Forest Quarterly Update
The board held a staff meeting to receive reports and a funding presentation. No votes were taken or formal decisions made during this session.
County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will meet to consider FY 2023-24 mill levies and a resolution to apply for federal CMAQ project funding. The agenda also includes reviewing various permits, contracts, and a vehicle bid award.
- Consideration of mill levies for Fiscal Year 2023-24
- Resolution 23-08-016 authorizing federal funding application for 2024 CMAQ Project
- Bid award to Fremont Motors for a 2023 RAM 2500 Diesel Pickup for Road and Bridge
- License Agreement 2307LA with City of Sheridan for waterline installation at CR #66 ($684.00)
- Contract Amendment One with Wyoming Department of Family Services regarding TANF/CPI
The Board of County Commissioners approved the consent agenda, which included several catering permits and a waterline installation agreement. The board also approved general county and airport warrants for July.
- Approved consent agenda (Motion passed)
- Ratified audit services agreement with Porter, Muirhead, Cornia & Howard
- Ratified Annual Contribution Agreement for University of Wyoming Extension personnel
- Ratified 24-hour catering permits for Story’s Old Firehall Store LLC and D&B Liquors Inc
- Ratified waterline installation agreement with City of Sheridan for $684.00
- Ratified Certificate of Substantial Completion for Brooks Street Paving & Retaining Wall Project
- Approved General County Warrants for July
- Approved General Airport Warrants for July
County Commissioners
The Sheridan County Board of Commissioners will conduct a regular staff meeting. The agenda includes a warrant review, staff reports, and a presentation regarding a land trade near Dayton.
- State Lands Action Team presentation regarding land trade near Dayton
- Warrant Review
The Board of County Commissioners approved a request for the State Board of Land Commissioners to hold a public hearing in Sheridan. This request follows a presentation by the State Lands Action Team regarding a proposed land trade near Dayton.
- Approved request for State Board of Land Commissioners to hold a public hearing in Sheridan regarding the Columbus Peak Land Exchange
County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will meet to consider Resolution 23-07-015. This resolution involves submitting a Local Government American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) project application to the State Loan and Investment Board for the Sheridan Memorial Hospital Empath Project.
- Resolution 23-07-015: ARPA project application for Sheridan Memorial Hospital Empath Project
The Board of County Commissioners tabled a resolution regarding an American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) project application for the Sheridan Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall Project. No other substantive decisions were recorded during the meeting.
- Tabled Resolution 23-07-015 for the Sheridan Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall Project (unanimous consent)
County Commissioners
The Sheridan County Board of Commissioners will meet to consider resolutions for the 2023-2024 fiscal year budget and a budget amendment for the 2022-23 period. The agenda also includes reviewing utility license agreements and contract amendments for county projects.
- Resolution 23-07-013: Sheridan County Budget Appropriations Fiscal Year 2023-2024
- Resolution 23-07-014: Budget Amendment and transfer of funds for Fiscal Year 2022-23
- Ratification of Range Telephone Cooperative Inc. license agreement for fiber installation at County Road 269 ($1,025 fee)
- Consideration of MDU license agreement for utility placement in County Road 92 right-of-way
- Amendment No. 2 to Arete Design contract for Sheriff’s Office Remodel and New Coroner’s Building
The Board of County Commissioners approved the general county and airport budgets for Fiscal Year 2023-24. They also authorized a budget amendment for the 2022-23 fiscal year and approved several utility and design agreements.
- Adopted Fiscal Year 2023-24 budget via Resolution 23-07-013 (Motion Carried)
- Approved FY 2023-24 budget for the County Airport (Motion Carried)
- Approved Resolution 23-07-014 to transfer unencumbered funds for FY 2022-23 (Motion Carried)
- Approved License Agreement 2305LA for Montana-Dakota Utilities Co. on County Road 92 (Motion Carried)
- Approved Amendment No. 2 with Arete Design for Sheriff’s Office Remodel and New Coroner’s Building (Motion Carried)
- Ratified License Agreement 2306LA with Range Telephone Cooperative Inc. for $1,025 (Motion Carried)
- Ratified Wagner Ranch Services Change Order No. 2 for Books Street Paving and Retaining Wall Project (Motion Carried)
Budget Hearing
The Board of County Commissioners conducted a public hearing for the proposed Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget. Administrative Director Cameron Duff reviewed the proposed budget and read the Budget Message. No public comments were recorded.
Budget Hearing
The Board of County Commissioners is holding a public hearing regarding the proposed budget for fiscal year 2023-24. No other specific items or expenditures are listed on the agenda.
- Public Hearing for Proposed Fiscal Year 2023-24 Budget
County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular staff meeting. The agenda includes staff and elected official reports and a quarterly update from the Sheridan County Conservation District.
- Sheridan County Conservation District Quarterly Update
The board held a staff meeting to receive reports from county officials and a quarterly update from the Sheridan County Conservation District. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded.
County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners held a staff meeting featuring a presentation from WYDOT District Engineer Scott Taylor regarding the 2024-2029 State Transportation Improvement Program. Discussions included recent slides in the Steamboat and Marshall Hill areas. No substantive decisions were recorded.
County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will review proposed amendments to the Division of Land rules and regulations. The meeting also includes consideration of several airport lease agreements and a cooperative funding agreement for the Sheridan Incubator Facility.
- Proposed amendments to Rules and Regulations Governing Division of Land
- Amendment to Engineering Agreement with Morrison Maierle for Brooks Street Greenspace Project
- Cooperative Funding Agreement for Sheridan Incubator Facility-Impact 307
- SCA Airport Lease Amendment No. 1 with Sheridan Pilots 307, LLC
- SCA Airport Lease Agreement with Enterprise RAC Company of Montana/Wyoming, LLC
The Board of County Commissioners approved a consent agenda that included ratifying several 24-hour catering permits and a license agreement with Charter Communications/Spectrum Pacific West LLC. The board also processed general county, airport, and interim mid-month warrants.
- Approved consent agenda (Motion carried)
- Ratified Change Order #005 for Dick Anderson Construction
- Ratified license agreement 2304LA with Charter Communications/Spectrum Pacific West LLC for coaxial cable installation at County Road 1249
- Ratified multiple 24-hour catering permits for D&B Liquors Inc., LMM Enterprises LLC, Melanie Thomas Klier, and Big Horn Equestrian Center
- Ratified response letters to Jill Morrison and Carol Lucas regarding speed on Fish Hatchery Road
- Approved General County Warrants for June
- Approved General Airport Warrants for June
- Approved Interim Mid-Month Warrants
County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular staff meeting to conduct warrant review and receive reports from staff and elected officials. No specific project decisions or new ordinances are listed on this agenda.
- Warrant Review
The Board of County Commissioners met for a staff meeting to review June 2023 warrant reports. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.
County Commissioners
This is a procedural meeting with no substantive action items. The agenda consists only of a call to order, staff and elected reports, and adjournment.
The Board of County Commissioners appointed two separate attorneys to represent the board and the County Clerk. This action follows a disagreement regarding which elected officials should perform certain statutory duties.
- Approved Resolution 23-06-010 appointing Devon O’Connell of Pence & MacMillan LLC as special counsel for the Board of County Commissioners (Motion Carried)
- Approved Resolution 23-06-011 appointing Virgil Kinnaird of Kinnaird Keller Law P.C. as special counsel for the Sheridan County Clerk (Motion Carried)
Budget Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners held a budget work session to review the FY 2024 Budget Recommendation Memorandum and breakdown spreadsheets for Sheridan Memorial Hospital. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during this session.
County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will review several appointments to local boards, including the Historic Preservation Commission and the Hospital Board of Trustees. The meeting also includes consideration of an inmate healthcare agreement and an airport lease amendment.
- Agreement between Advanced Correctional Healthcare Inc. and Sheridan County for inmate healthcare
- SCA Airport Lease Amendment No. 2 between the County of Sheridan and SkyWest Airlines, Inc.
- Ratification of Montana Dakota gas service agreements and requests
- Ratification of Brooks Street paving and retaining wall change order with Wagner Ranch Service
- Multiple appointments to the Historic Preservation, Hospital, Library, and Parks boards
The Board approved a lease amendment for SkyWest Airlines and a healthcare agreement for inmates with Advanced Correctional Healthcare Inc. They also filled multiple vacancies across county boards and commissions and approved an agreement with the University of Wyoming for the Business Incubator.
- Approved SCA Airport Lease Amendment No. 2 with SkyWest Airlines, Inc.
- Approved inmate healthcare agreement with Advanced Correctional Healthcare Inc.
- Approved Amendment Two Agreement with University of Wyoming for the Business Incubator
- Re-appointed Christine Varah and Katie Curtiss to Historic Preservation Commission
- Appointed Gene Davis and Richard Garber to Sheridan Memorial Hospital Board of Trustees
- Appointed Zane Garstad to Travel and Tourism Joint Powers Board
- Appointed Craig Vogt to Fulmer Public Library Board of Trustees
- Re-appointed John Best to Planning and Zoning Commission
County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will review staff and elected official reports. The meeting includes consideration of a one-time funding request and two resolutions regarding the appointment of special counsel.
- $60,000 one-time funding request to Downtown Sheridan Association from FY22-23 1% collections
- Resolution 23-06-008: Appointment of Special Counsel
- Resolution 23-06-009: Appointment of Special Counsel
The Board approved a one-time funding request for the Downtown Sheridan Association. Commissioners also decided to seek an opinion from the Attorney General before appointing special counsel.
- Approved $60,000 one-time funding request to Downtown Sheridan Association
- Tabled Resolution 23-06-008 (Appointment of Special Counsel) pending Attorney General opinion
- Tabled Resolution 23-06-009 (Appointment of Special Counsel) pending Attorney General opinion
Airport Meeting
The meeting consisted of a call to order, a staff report from Airport Manager E. Robert Gill, and adjournment. No votes were taken and no official actions were decided.
County Commissioners
The agenda for this regular staff meeting consists only of procedural items. The meeting includes call to order, staff and elected reports, and adjournment.
The meeting consisted of staff and elected reports. No votes were taken and no formal actions were decided.
Budget Work Session
The Board of County Commissioners held a work session to review the proposed combined budget for the Sheridan County Weed & Pest Control District. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during this session.
County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will review several items including a contract for the Brooks Street Greenspace Project and updates to the Sheridan County Land Use Fee Schedule. The meeting also includes consideration of pari-mutuel wagering resolutions and airport lease agreements.
- Contract and Notice to Proceed #1 with Northern Underground, LLC for Brooks Street Green Space Project
- Update to Sheridan County Land Use Fee Schedule
- Resolution 23-06-006 regarding Wyoming Downs LLC pari-mutuel wagering
- SCA Airport Executive Hanger Lease Agreement with RLU Holdings LLC
- Ratification of $2,242,139.15 award to Northern Underground LLC for Brooks Street Greenspace Project
The Board approved a consent agenda that included the ratification of a $2,242,139.15 award to Northern Underground LLC. Other actions included ratifying multiple 24-hour catering permits and approving general county and airport warrants.
- Ratified $2,242,139.15 award to Northern Underground LLC for Brooks Street Greenspace Project
- Ratified Construction Change Directive for Cushing Terrell regarding Courthouse and Jail Rehabilitation Project
- Ratified termination of agreements with Correctional Healthcare Management Inc and Wellpath
- Approved General County and General Airport warrants for May
- Ratified 15 different 24-hour catering permits for D&B Liquors Inc, Albatraoz LLC, and The New Museum at the Bradford Brinton Ranch
- Ratified $10,000 Official Bond and Oath for Brittany Gorzalka, Fair Board Treasurer
- Ratified Community Service Block Grant (CSBG) Grantee and Sub-Grantee Assurances
County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular staff meeting to review warrants and receive reports from elected officials and staff. The agenda also includes a budget presentation for the Sheridan Economic Development Authority (SEEDA).
- Warrant Review
- Staff/Elected Reports
- SEEDA Budget Presentation
The Board of County Commissioners conducted a staff meeting consisting of reports and reviews. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.
County Commissioners
The Sheridan County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular staff meeting. The agenda consists only of standard procedural items including call to order, reports, and adjournment.
The meeting consisted of reports from staff and elected officials. No formal actions, votes, or decisions were recorded.
Budget Work Session
The Board of County Commissioners held work sessions to discuss the budgets for the County Clerk and the Clerk of District Court. No formal votes or decisions were recorded in the minutes.
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The Board of County Commissioners held a staff meeting featuring a presentation from Sheridan County School District #2 regarding the 5th Street Project. No formal actions were taken or decisions made during the meeting.
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The Board approved a road improvement contract for County Road #74 and adopted amendments to building standards and land division rules. The commission also approved several public health contracts and appointed a member to the Weed and Pest Control District.
- Awarded $325,892.25 contract for County Road #74 project to Northern Underground, LLC
- Adopted Resolution 23-05-005 amending Building Standards
- Adopted Resolution 23-05-004 regarding intent to amend Rules and Regulations Governing Division of Land
- Approved Kadrmas Use Vacation (VA-23-002)
- Approved Pelissier Lot Size Variance (V-23-001) with one condition
- Appointed Lois Sue Martin to the Weed and Pest Control District (Area 3) for a 4-year term
- Approved contract with MOA Architecture for Historic Jail interior renovation assessment
- Approved annual contract for Public Health Officer Dr. Benjamin Widener
County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners held a staff meeting featuring presentations for 1% funding applications. No formal votes or decisions were recorded in the minutes.
County Commissioners
The Sheridan County Board of County Commissioners approved the consent agenda, which included minutes from prior meetings and a list of interim and general county warrants totaling over $1.2 million. They also approved a cooperative agreement with WYDOT and an amendment to a capital construction loan for the Fulmer Library roof and HVAC upgrade project. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned at 9:07 a.m.
- Approved consent agenda including minutes and warrants (unanimous)
- Approved cooperative agreement with WYDOT (unanimous)
- Adopted Amendment #1 to Capital Construction Loan Agreement for Fulmer Library roof and HVAC upgrade (unanimous)
County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners approved several retail liquor license renewals and an agreement for the distribution of opioid settlement funds. They also authorized a wildland fire management plan and a hazardous materials emergency planning grant.
- Approved 2023/24 Retail Liquor Licenses for Arrowhead Lodge LLC, Livery Stable LLC, Patrick L Green, and Story’s Old Firehall Store LLC
- Approved Item EV-23-001: Uhing Easement Vacation
- Approved OneWyo II Opioid Settlement MOA for funds from Allergan, Teva, CVS, Walgreens, and Walmart
- Approved 2023 Wildland Fire Management Annual Operating Plan
- Approved 2022 Hazardous Materials Emergency Planning Grant agreement with Wyoming Office of Homeland Security
- Ratified MDU License Agreements 2302LA ($162.50) and 2303LA ($165) for gas main installation at CR 28
- Ratified MOU with US Department of the Interior for Greater Sage-Grouse management
- Ratified Cooperative Law Enforcement Annual Operating Plan & Financial Plan with USDA Forest Service
County Commissioners
The Board approved a construction contract for the CMAQ 2023 project and renewed multiple retail and restaurant liquor licenses. The commission also approved general and airport warrants and recognized four long-term employees.
- Awarded CMAQ 2023 — CM23407 project contract to Oxford Inc. of Wyoming for $392,185.00
- Approved 2023/24 Guest Ranch Retail Liquor Licenses for Blair Hotels Inc (The Ranch at Ucross) and Eaton Brothers Inc (Eatons Ranch)
- Approved 2023/24 Restaurant Liquor License for Big Horn Merc Pizza LLC (Big Horn Mercantile)
- Approved 2023/24 Retail Liquor Licenses for 14 businesses including Last Chance Bar, Tunnel Inn, and The Brinton Museum
- Approved March General County Warrants and Interim Mid-Month Warrants
- Approved March General Airport Warrants totaling $675,317.85
- Approved the published meeting agenda
- Approved the consent agenda including March meeting minutes
County Commissioners
The Board approved a resolution designating six financial institutions for the deposit of County funds and issued a public notice regarding building standard amendments. The Board also appointed a member to the Parks and Recreation Board and approved a BLM memorandum regarding the Greater Sage Grouse Plan.
- Adopted Resolution 23-03-002 designating Cowboy State Bank, First Federal Bank & Trust, First Interstate Bank, Security State Bank, US Bank, and Wells Fargo Bank as approved depositories
- Adopted Resolution 23-03-003 providing public notice of intent to amend Building Standards
- Appointed William Heitler to the Sheridan County Parks and Recreation Board (term April 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024)
- Approved MOU between WCCA and BLM to revise the Greater Sage Grouse Plan
- Denied Airport Business Park Lease Agreement Amendment No. 3 for Falcon Car Corporation
- Approved Airport Business Park Lease Agreement Amendment No. 3 for Dynamix Energy Corporation with construction requirements (3-1)
- Ratified license agreement with Range Telephone Cooperative Inc. for cable installation at County Road 108
- Ratified Quit Claim Deed for a portion of Holloway Avenue to the City of Sheridan
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The Board of County Commissioners announced the appointment of Cameron Duff as Administrative Director, starting April 24. The meeting included reports from county staff and an update from the Bighorn National Forest regarding visitor centers and toilets.
- Announced Cameron Duff as new Administrative Director starting April 24
County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners convened for a special meeting and entered an executive session to discuss personnel matters. No action was taken during the session.
County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners held a staff meeting to receive reports and presentations. No formal actions, votes, or decisions were recorded in the minutes.
County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners approved a minor subdivision and a professional service agreement for historic preservation. They also ratified several letters of support and approved February warrants for the county and airport.
- Approved Item S-22-006: Peak View Minor Subdivision with two conditions
- Approved professional service agreement with ACR Consultants, Inc. for French Pete Incident inventory
- Approved consent agenda including February General County and Airport warrants
- Ratified letter of support for Sheridan Community Land Trust
- Ratified letter of support for RAISE application for US 87/WYO 335/Coffeen Ave. Reconstruction
- Ratified Amendment One to the Wyoming Department of Health contract for CSBG Program
- Ratified letter to Governor Gordon for ARAP Grant funding for emPath & Crisis Stabilization Unit
- Ratified letter of support to Cynthia Lummis and John Barrasso for gap filling weather radar system
County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners conducted a staff meeting to review February 2023 warrant reports and receive updates from county officials. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded in the minutes.
County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners voted to delay sending airport lease default letters to Falcon Motors and Dynamix Energy Corporation for 30 days.
- Postponed airport lease default letter for Falcon Motors and Dynamix Energy Corporation for 30 days (3-1)
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The Board of County Commissioners heard an update from Falcon Cars regarding a shift in manufacturing from large trucks to side-by-side vehicles. The company requested a six-month lease extension at the Airport Business Park. The Commissioners will consider a 30-day delay in the default letter to allow time to evaluate the request.
- Considered 30-day delay in default letter for Falcon Cars to evaluate lease extension request
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The Board of County Commissioners approved a land easement vacation and a Memorandum of Understanding with School District #3. They also authorized a contract for indigent burial investigation services.
- Approved Muecke Easement Vacation (EV-22-003)
- Approved Memorandum of Understanding between Sheridan County Emergency Management and Sheridan County School District #3
- Approved contract labor agreement with Kaye Penno for Indigent Burial Investigation Services
County Commissioners
The meeting consisted of reports from county staff and elected officials. No formal actions, votes, or decisions were recorded in the minutes.
County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners convened in a special meeting and entered an executive session to discuss personnel matters. No actions were taken during the session.
- Entered executive session for personnel matters
- No action taken
County Commissioners
The meeting consisted of reports from county staff and elected officials. No formal actions, votes, or decisions were recorded in the minutes.
County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners conducted an informal work session to hear requests from applicants seeking funds from the General Purpose Excise Tax 1%. No decisions were made during the meeting; applicants were told they could expect a response in May.
County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners conducted an informal work session to hear requests from applicants seeking funds from the General Purpose Excise Tax 1%. No decisions were made during the meeting; applicants were told they could expect a response in May.
County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners conducted a staff meeting consisting of warrant reviews and reports from county officials. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded in the minutes.
Airport Meeting
The meeting was called to order and adjourned without any recorded votes or decisions. The minutes document the attendance of commissioners and staff but list no actions taken.
County Commissioners
The meeting consisted of staff and elected reports and a presentation by SEEDA Administrator Robert Briggs. No substantive decisions, votes, or policy changes were recorded in the minutes.
County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners held a staff meeting featuring reports from county officials and representatives from the Conservation District and USDA. The board entered and exited an executive session regarding litigation. No formal actions were taken.
- Approved motion to convene into Executive Session regarding litigation
- Approved motion to reconvene into regular session
County Commissioners
The Board awarded the County Road #67 — Wolf Creek Road Project to Wagner Ranch Services, LLC. Commissioners also approved two lot size variances and a subdivision reaffirmation. Additionally, the Board adopted a resolution to submit an ARPA project application for the Sheridan Memorial Hospital Empath Project.
- Approved Osmun Lot Size Variance (V-22-008) with one condition
- Approved Community Impact Lot Size Variance (V-22-009) with one condition
- Reaffirmed Bobcat Estates Subdivision (S-22-004J) with 15 revisions
- Accepted FY2021-22 Financial and Compliance Report
- Awarded County Road #67 — Wolf Creek Road Project to Wagner Ranch Services, LLC
- Approved Contract Amendment #6 with WWC Engineering for Wolf Creek Road Project
- Appointed Patrick Morgan to Parks and Recreation Board (term Feb 1, 2023 – June 30, 2025)
- Adopted Resolution 23-01-001 for ARPA loan application for Sheridan Memorial Hospital Empath Project
County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners held a staff meeting that consisted of reports from county officials. No votes were taken and no formal actions were decided.
County Commissioners
The meeting consisted of staff and elected official reports. No formal actions were taken, and the SEEDA presentation was postponed.
County Commissioners
The Board elected Christi Haswell as Chairman and approved a paving project for Brook Street. The commission also approved a rezone, a PUD amendment, and a quarry permit with specific operational conditions.
- Elected Commissioner Christi Haswell as Chairman (Motion Carried)
- Approved Notice of Award for Brook Street Paving and Retaining Wall Project with Wagner Ranch Services, LLC (Motion Carried)
- Approved Grant Agreement with State Historic Preservation Office for French Pete Site Project (Motion Carried)
- Approved Adsit Rezone (Motion Carried)
- Approved Powder Horn Ranch II Amendment #2 with one condition (Motion Carried)
- Approved Forbes/Mullinax Quarry permit with six conditions (Motion Carried)
- Approved consent agenda including December warrants and official bonds (Motion Carried)
- Approved 2023 Commission Membership Assignments (Motion Carried)