Teton County public meetings in 2021

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the December 27, 2021 voucher run totaling $591,313.55, covering payments to various vendors. They also approved a letter of support for START grant funding from the Idaho Transportation Department. The meeting included public comments on Fire/EMS salaries and updates from county departments, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved $591,313.55 county voucher run (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for START grant funding from Idaho Transportation Department (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission voted to continue the proposed Land Development Regulations (LDR) amendments regarding wildlife feeding and bear conflict areas to a January 24, 2022 hearing, with a special meeting to be scheduled. The commission discussed enforcement limitations, trash container requirements, and other attractants, but took no final action on the amendments. The only other decision was to cancel the December 26, 2022 meeting.

• Continued AMD2021-0006 (wildlife feeding/bear conflict LDR update) to Jan. 24, 2022 (5-0)
• Scheduled a special meeting for further discussion (date TBD by Director)
• Canceled the December 26, 2022 Planning Commission meeting (4-0)
• Approved minutes of 12/13/21 (4-0)
• Adopted agenda for 12/27/21 (4-0)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners will consider a range of administrative and land-use items, including approval of the 2022 meeting calendar, several contracts for architectural and planning services, and a salary plan. They will also revisit several continued permits, including a development permit for employee housing at Jackson Hole Golf & Tennis Club and conditional use permits for the Double Diamond Bar Ranch.

• 2022 Commissioner Meeting Date Calendar and Resolution
• Architect contracts for Temp Fire Station to Community Building and Courthouse Remodel
• Opioid Abuse Settlement Agreement with Janssen/Johnson & Johnson/Distributers
• 2022/2023 Salary Plan
• Replacement of Rescue 14 Truck for Fire Station 1

The Board approved a $1,111,438 contract with Trihydro Corporation for comprehensive water quality management planning, funded by partners and $736,438 in ARP funds. It also adopted the 2022 Small Wastewater Facility Regulations as Title 9, approved the 2022/2023 Salary Plan with up to $1M in contingency funding, and renewed the Jackson Hole Winery liquor license. A motion to develop a regulatory framework for source water protection and septic systems failed 2-3.

• Approved $1,111,438 water quality planning contract with Trihydro (5-0)
• Adopted 2022 Small Wastewater Facility Regulations as Title 9 (5-0)
• Approved 2022/2023 Salary Plan effective Jan 2, 2022, with up to $1M contingency (5-0)
• Renewed Jackson Hole Winery liquor license (5-0)
• Approved DEV2021-0001 for six RV pads at JH Golf & Tennis Club (5-0)
• Approved CUP2021-0006 temporary JHMR employee parking lot (5-0)
• Continued CUP2021-0003 and CUP2021-0004 to Jan 4, 2022 (5-0)
• Failed motion to develop source water protection and septic system framework (2-3)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

This special joint information meeting includes a session to consider appointments to volunteer boards. The meeting will be held virtually via Zoom.

• Executive session to consider appointments to volunteer boards

The Jackson Town Council and Teton County Commission held a joint information meeting and made appointments to four boards. Both bodies unanimously appointed members to the Pathways Taskforce, Parks and Recreation Board, and START Board. The Affordable Housing Advisory Board appointments passed unanimously for the county but 3-1 for the town, with Councilwoman Sell Chambers opposed. Airport Board appointments were postponed to a later joint executive session.

• Appointed Theresa Lundquist, Lindley Kunce, and Stephania Fram to Pathways Taskforce (unanimous, both bodies)
• Appointed Matt Chorney to Parks and Recreation Board for term expiring Dec 31, 2024 (unanimous, both bodies)
• Appointed Lizabeth Eisen and Wes Gardner to START Board for 3-year terms (unanimous, both bodies)
• Appointed Kari Cooper, Lawrence Thal, and Matt Faupel to Affordable Housing Advisory Board (county unanimous; town 3-1, Sell Chambers opposed)
• Deferred Airport Board appointments to a later joint executive session

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners will hold a virtual meeting to consider routine administrative items, including payment of county vouchers, 24-hour liquor permits, tax corrections, and contracts for human services. They will also discuss final reports on diversity, transportation, water quality, and leadership, and hold a workshop on multimodal transportation recommendations. A letter of concurrence to the Wyoming Department of Transportation, continued from a prior meeting, is scheduled for action.

• Payment of County Vouchers
• 24-Hour Liquor Permits
• SLIB Drawdowns for Horsethief Canyon Landfill Closure
• Human Service/Community Development Contracts for Service
• Letter of Concurrence to Wyoming Department of Transportation (continued)

The Teton County Board of Commissioners approved the December 20, 2021 county voucher run totaling $2,499,074.92, along with several administrative items including SLIB drawdowns for the Horsethief Canyon Landfill Closure Project and a letter appointing a proxy to the Park Place Homeowners Association. The board also approved a letter of concurrence to the Wyoming Department of Transportation regarding the Wilson-Stilson Pathway and proposed crossing construction. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $2,499,074.92 county voucher run (unanimous)
• Approved SLIB drawdown requests for Horsethief Canyon Landfill Closure Project (unanimous)
• Approved letter appointing Alyssa Watkins as proxy to Park Place HOA (unanimous)
• Approved letter to WYDOT on Wilson-Stilson Pathway crossing (unanimous)

Library

The Teton County Library Board will consider transferring its funds management and accounting services to the Teton County Treasurer and Clerk, closing its First Interstate Bank accounts, and adopting a new Intellectual Freedom Policy. The board will also vote on rescinding its face covering resolution and correcting Saturday open hours. Public comment and a public hearing are scheduled for the proposed policy.

• Transfer funds management to Teton County Treasurer and Clerk effective Jan 1, 2022
• Close First Interstate Bank accounts and transfer balances to County Treasurer
• Public hearing and vote on Intellectual Freedom Policy & Request for Reconsideration Procedure
• Rescind Library Face Covering Resolution dated August 19, 2021
• Correct Saturday open hours to 9am-5pm

The Teton County Library Board voted to transfer its funds management and accounting services to the Teton County Treasurer and Clerk, effective January 1, 2022, and to close its First Interstate Bank accounts, moving balances to a special reserve fund. The board also approved an Intellectual Freedom Policy and a rescission of its face covering resolution if the county mask mandate expires. All votes were unanimous except one abstention on the mask resolution.

• Approved transfer of funds management to county treasurer/clerk effective Jan 1, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved closing First Interstate Bank accounts and moving balances to county special reserve fund (unanimous)
• Approved Intellectual Freedom Policy & Reconsideration Procedure effective Jan 1, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda for December 2021 (unanimous)
• Affirmed Saturday open hours 9am-5pm, correcting earlier typo (unanimous)
• Approved rescinding Library Face Covering Resolution if county mask mandate expires (passed, 1 abstention)
• Created strategic planning subcommittee with Peter and Grace (unanimous)
• Approved payment of library vouchers (unanimous)

Housing Boards

The Teton County Housing Supply Board will meet to discuss the proposed Workforce Home Business Zone, follow up on Town neighborhood character and Land Development Regulation amendments, and review the Housing Supply Plan midyear progress. The board will also receive updates on current housing projects and programs, including preservation, first/last/deposit, and accessory residential unit pilots.

• Hog Island Business Park Workforce Home Business Zone proposal
• Land Development Regulation amendments: deed-restricted unit incentives, parking reductions, ARU deed restrictions, short-term rental lease terms
• Housing Supply Plan midyear: 197 total units, $93.6M private capital, $31.2M public funding
• 174 N. King Street: 24 ownership units, completion expected January 14, 2022
• Jackson Street Apartments: 57 units, 75% affordable, Design Review approved 12/8

Fair Board

The Teton County Fair Board is meeting to determine the 2022 meeting schedule and review scopes of work for various service contracts. The board will also discuss sponsorship updates, night events, and the use of tennis courts for the 2022 fair.

• 2022 Fair Service Contracts for cleaning, construction, electrical, parking, rodeo, security, and trash removal
• FY22/21 Fair Budget Review & Updates
• Use of tennis courts for 2022 Fair
• 2022 Fair Night Events
• 2022 Sponsorship Updates

The Teton County Fair Board approved the 2022 meeting schedule, moving the February 14th meeting to February 16th, and approved multiple 2022 fair service contracts (cleaning, construction, electrical, parking, rodeo, security, trash removal) with revisions. The board also discussed sponsorship updates, night event ideas, and potential use of tennis courts for the fair.

• Approved 2022 meeting schedule with Feb 14 meeting moved to Feb 16 (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Cleaning scope of work with Big Top Tent morning cleanup added (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Construction scope of work with revisions (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Electrical scope of work as written (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Parking scope of work as written (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Rodeo Stock Contract scope of work with western attire requirement (7-2)
• Approved 2022 Security scope of work with beer garden staffing and time changes (8-0-1)
• Approved 2022 Trash Removal scope of work with dumpster count revision (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Teton County Planning Commission will hold a public meeting to consider three items: a rezoning request by the Wyoming Department of Transportation for a parcel at 1040 E Evans Road, a sign variance for the Flat Creek Inn, and proposed amendments to county land development regulations regarding wildlife feeding and bear conflict areas. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

• Rezone 14.4 acres at 1040 E Evans Road from Neighborhood Conservation to Public/Semi-Public (ZMA2021-0003)
• Variance for replacement of freestanding signs at Flat Creek Inn, 1925 N Highway 89 (VAR2021-0005)
• Amendments to LDRs for wildlife feeding standards, bear conflict areas, and bear-resistant trash containers countywide (AMD2021-0006)

The Planning Commission voted 5-0 to deny a rezoning request from the Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) for 14.4 acres at 1040 E Evans Road, which would have allowed employee housing. The commission also approved a variance for a sign replacement at the Flat Creek Inn (5-0) and continued a hearing on wildlife feeding and bear conflict area amendments to December 27, 2021.

• Denied rezoning of 14.4 acres at 1040 E Evans Road from Neighborhood Conservation to Public/Semi-Public (5-0)
• Approved sign variance for Flat Creek Inn at 1925 N Highway 89 (5-0)
• Continued hearing on wildlife feeding and bear conflict area LDR amendments to December 27, 2021 (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners is meeting virtually to handle routine administrative items, including payment of vouchers, liquor permits, and contracts. They will also consider amendments to the Human Resources Policy Manual and reconsider a First/Last Deposit Pilot Program. Discussion items include funding requests from CES and a Land Trust Partnership, plus a workshop on the Treasurer's audit.

• Consideration of 2022 amendments to the Teton County Human Resources Policy Manual
• Reconsideration of First/Last Deposit Pilot Program
• Letter of Concurrence to Wyoming Department of Transportation (continued from 12-6-2021)
• Consideration of CES Funding Request
• Consideration of Land Trust Partnership Request

The Board approved the December 13, 2021 county voucher run totaling $1,194,055.08 and the 2022 amendments to the Human Resources Policy Manual, effective January 3, 2022. The Board also voted to continue discussion of the First/Last Deposit Pilot Program to a future meeting with the Town Council, and continued a letter to WYDOT to December 20, 2021. No other substantive decisions were made; several items were discussed but not acted upon.

• Approved $1,194,055.08 county voucher run (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 amendments to Human Resources Policy Manual, effective Jan 3, 2022 (unanimous)
• Continued First/Last Deposit Pilot Program discussion to future meeting with Town Council (unanimous)
• Continued WYDOT concurrence letter to December 20, 2021 (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Teton County/Jackson Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will discuss feedback on the Teton County School District Facilities Use Agreement and review the draft FY23 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan. The board will also hear staff reports from the Parks, Recreation Center, and Programming divisions, including a staffing update and the Snake River Management annual report schedule. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.

• Discussion of Teton County School District Facilities Use Agreement feedback
• Review of FY23 Draft 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan
• Snake River Management Annual Report schedule and process update
• Department staffing update
• Public correspondence received from Jennifer Dorsey

The board approved the October and November meeting minutes unanimously. They discussed the Teton County School District facilities use agreement, which will be presented for adoption at the January 13 JIM meeting, and reviewed the draft FY23 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan. No formal decisions were made on these items.

• Approved October 14 and November 18, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

4 Jackson Hole / Lodging Tax

The Jackson Hole Travel and Tourism Board will vote on several action items, including approving meeting minutes, vouchers, and a new contract for the Million Dollar Music Festival. They will also consider an $8,000 additional funding request for the Rendezvous Winter Event and discuss the 2022 Special Events application guidelines. A presentation on summer surveying results from the Chamber of Commerce is scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from 11/11/21 regular meeting
• Vouchers for review 2998-3009
• 2022 Special Events application and guidelines approval, including RRR Zero Waste Green Event Application
• New contract approval for Million Dollar Music Festival Event Liaison
• $8,000 additional funding request for Rendezvous Winter Event

The Jackson Hole Travel and Tourism Board approved several action items, including the November minutes, vouchers totaling $151,302.66, the 2022 special events application and guidelines, a $150,000 sponsorship contract for the Million Dollar Music Festival, and an additional $8,000 for the Rendezvous WinterFest. The board also discussed survey results and updates on marketing and sustainability efforts.

• Approved November 11, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved vouchers 2998-3009 totaling $151,302.66 (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 special events application (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 event guidelines (unanimous)
• Approved $150,000 Million Dollar Music Festival contract (unanimous)
• Approved $8,000 additional funding for Rendezvous WinterFest (4-1, Dombrowski recused)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to consider a range of administrative and planning items, including liquor license transfers and renewals, contract awards, and appointments. Several planning applications are scheduled to be postponed to a later hearing. The meeting also includes a workshop on proposed amendments to the county's Human Resources Policy Manual.

• Liquor license transfer for Moose Enterprises
• Yearly liquor license renewals
• Contract with WY Dept. of Health for communicable disease services
• MOU with WY Dept. of Health for COVID-19 vaccination outreach
• Approval to begin 45-day public comment on 2022 Building and Fire Codes

The Board approved all 2022 liquor license renewals except for Jackson Hole Winery, LLC, which was continued to the December 21, 2021 meeting. They also approved a contract with the Wyoming Department of Health for communicable disease services, a MOU for COVID-19 vaccination outreach, and affirmed the appointments of Travis Riddell and Martin Trott as health officers. Several planning items were postponed to the next meeting.

• Approved 2022 liquor license renewals for all licensees except Jackson Hole Winery, LLC.
• Continued consideration of Jackson Hole Winery, LLC license renewal to December 21, 2021.
• Approved contract with Wyoming Department of Health for communicable disease services ($592,732).
• Approved MOU for COVID-19 vaccination outreach (4-1, Epstein opposed).
• Affirmed appointment of Travis Riddell as Teton District Health Officer (4-1, Epstein opposed).
• Affirmed appointment of Martin Trott as Deputy District Health Officer.
• Approved purchase agreement for nonresidential space at 105 Mercill Avenue.
• Postponed five planning items (VAR2021-0004, CUP2021-0003, CUP2021-0004, DEV2021-0001, CUP2021-0006) to December 21, 2021.

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners will hold a virtual meeting to consider routine administrative items, including payment of county vouchers, liquor permits, tax corrections, and a tax deferral application. They will also discuss a proposed letter to the Wyoming Department of Transportation and receive a quarterly library update. The meeting includes an executive session for volunteer board appointments.

• Payment of County Vouchers
• 24-Hour Liquor Permits
• Tax Corrections
• Tax Deferral Application
• Letter of Concurrence to Wyoming Department of Transportation

The Board approved the December 6, 2021 county voucher run totaling $1,325,128.06, a property tax deferral of $4,722.70 for Parcel 04-000618, and appointments to the Integrated Solid Waste and Recycling Board. A letter of concurrence to WYDOT regarding the Wilson to Stilson pathway was tabled to December 13, 2021. The board also entered executive session to consider volunteer board appointments.

• Approved $1,325,128.06 county voucher run (unanimous)
• Approved $4,722.70 tax deferral for Parcel 04-000618 (unanimous)
• Appointed Tanya Anderson, Erik Kimball, Katie Creasey to Integrated Solid Waste and Recycling Board (unanimous)
• Appointed Kahlynn Huck to Integrated Solid Waste and Recycling Board until Dec 31, 2022 (unanimous)
• Tabled WYDOT letter of concurrence to Dec 13, 2021 (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of County Commissioners and Town Council will hold a joint information meeting, including volunteer board interviews, a workshop on the TC Behavioral Health Needs Assessment, and discussions on a First/Last Deposit Program Pilot and the timing of the next SPET election. Public comment is available, and the consent calendar includes approval of minutes from October 25 and November 1, 2021.

• Workshop: TC Behavioral Health Needs Assessment
• Discussion: First/Last Deposit Program Pilot (30 minutes, April Norton)
• Discussion: Timing of Next SPET Election
• Volunteer board interviews: Pathways Taskforce and START Board
• Consent calendar: approval of October 25 and November 1, 2021 minutes

The Jackson Town Council and Teton County Commission held a joint meeting. The Town approved a contract with One22 Resource Center to administer a First/Last Deposit Program Pilot, with a minimum lease of 6 months, while the County failed to approve the same contract. Other actions included approving consent calendar minutes and continuing discussions on SPET ballot items and an executive session to future dates.

• Approved consent calendar including minutes for Oct 25 and Nov 1, 2021 (both County and Town, unanimous)
• Approved First/Last Deposit Program Pilot contract with One22 Resource Center (Town, 4-1, with 6-month minimum lease)
• Rejected First/Last Deposit Program Pilot contract with One22 Resource Center (County, 2-3)
• Continued SPET ballot item discussion to January 2022 (both County and Town, unanimous)
• Continued executive session to a date uncertain (both County and Town, unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of County Commissioners and Town Council are holding a special joint meeting to interview candidates for several boards, including the Affordable Housing Advisory Board, the JH Airport Board, and the Parks & Recreation Board. The meeting also includes two executive sessions, which are closed to the public, and a county-only action item for the ISWR Board interview.

• Interviews for Jackson/Teton County Affordable Housing Advisory Board
• Interviews for JH Airport Board
• Interviews for Parks & Recreation Board
• Executive sessions pursuant to WY Statute §16-4-405(a)(ii)
• County-only action: ISWR Board interview

The Jackson Town Council and Teton County Commission held a joint information meeting to interview applicants for the Affordable Housing, Airport, and Parks & Recreation boards. The boards entered executive session three times to consider appointments but made no appointments. The meeting adjourned without any formal decisions beyond procedural motions.

• Entered executive session to consider volunteer board appointments (County and Town) — motion carried.
• Exited executive session after each discussion — motion carried.
• Conducted interviews for Affordable Housing Advisory Board applicants — no appointment made.
• Conducted interviews for JH Airport Board applicants — no appointment made.
• Conducted interviews for Parks & Recreation Board applicants — no appointment made.
• Adjourned the joint meeting — motion carried.

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners is meeting virtually to consider routine administrative items, including payment of vouchers, liquor permits, and contracts. They will also discuss a salary plan and receive updates from various departments. In the afternoon, a workshop will present the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for multiple county departments.

• Consideration of 24-hour liquor permit for Snow King Resort Grand Opening Celebration
• SLIB drawdown for Horsethief Canyon Landfill Closure
• Consideration of Parking Lot Space Agreement for START Micro Transit Service
• Discussion of salary plan at 11:00 a.m.
• CIP workshop covering departments including Sheriff's Office, Library, Fire/EMS, and Housing

Planning Commission

The Teton County Planning Commission is reviewing three Conditional Use Permit applications. These include proposals for an outdoor reception site and an assembly hall at Double Diamond Bar Ranch, as well as a temporary employee parking lot at Granite Ridge.

• Conditional Use Permit for an outdoor reception site at 140 Alta North
• Conditional Use Permit for an assembly reception hall at 140 Alta North
• Conditional Use Permit for a temporary JHMR employee parking lot at 7715 Granite Ridge

The Teton County Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of two conditional use permits for J&J Wilson Ltd. at the Double Diamond Bar Ranch: an outdoor reception site (CUP2021-0003) and an assembly reception hall (CUP2021-0004). Both approvals include conditions such as event caps, hours of operation, parking requirements, and monitoring reports. The commission also approved a temporary employee parking lot for Jackson Hole Mountain Resort (CUP2021-0006), expiring April 1, 2022.

• Approved CUP2021-0003 for an outdoor reception site at Double Diamond Bar Ranch, with conditions including a 15-event annual cap, 9 AM–9 PM hours, and a noise monitoring report.
• Approved CUP2021-0004 for an assembly reception hall at Double Diamond Bar Ranch, with conditions including a 30-event annual cap, 5,000 sq ft size limit, and a $12,498.97 affordable housing fee.
• Approved CUP2021-0006 for a temporary JHMR employee parking lot at Granite Ridge, expiring April 1, 2022.
• Approved the minutes from the November 8, 2021 meeting.
• Adopted the agenda for the November 22, 2021 meeting.

Library

The Teton County Library Board is meeting virtually to handle routine business, including approving the October minutes and consent agenda, and receiving staff and foundation reports. They will also discuss renewing the contract with Toran Accounting and review proposed FY23-27 Capital Improvement Projects. The meeting includes public comment and updates on upcoming joint meetings with county commissioners and the TriBoard.

• Renewal of contract with Toran Accounting
• FY23-27 Capital Improvement Projects (proposed)
• Approval of October 2021 financial documents (balance sheet, P&L, check register)
• Public comment and approval of minutes from October 21, 2021
• Updates for BoCC Quarterly Update Meeting (Dec 6) and TriBoard Meeting (Dec 2)

The Teton County Library Board held a routine meeting, approving the agenda, prior minutes, the consent agenda, and payment vouchers. No public comment was received. The board discussed several operational updates, including a delay in boiler repairs until spring, a pause on newspaper advertising for hiring, and a potential transition of accounting duties to the county, but no action was taken on these items.

• Approved the meeting agenda.
• Approved the minutes from the previous meeting.
• Approved the consent agenda, which included updates on property tax disbursement and boiler repair deferral.
• Approved payment of vouchers.
• Adjourned the meeting, with the director review scheduled for January.

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Teton County/Jackson Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to discuss a facilities use agreement with the Teton County School District and an updated design for the Recreation Center expansion. The board will also hear a staffing update and the schedule for the Snake River Management annual report. No votes are listed on the agenda; items are for information and discussion.

• Teton County School District Facilities Use Agreement discussion
• Recreation Center Expansion updated design presentation
• Snake River Management Annual Report schedule and process
• Department staffing update

Teton District Board of Health

The Teton District Board of Health will meet to consider appointing a County Health Officer and Deputy County Health Officer, fill two board vacancies, and receive an update on COVID-19 metrics from the epidemiologist. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and public comment. No action items or reports are listed.

• Appointment of County Health Officer and Deputy County Health Officer
• Board membership terms ending 12-31-2021 – 2 vacancies
• COVID-19 Metrics update by TCHD Epidemiologist Melinda Lee
• Approval of minutes from 9/28/2021 meeting

The Teton District Board of Health unanimously approved a resolution appointing Dr. Travis Riddell as District Health Officer and Dr. Martin Trott as Deputy District Health Officer for four-year terms, following public comment. The board also approved prior meeting minutes and adopted the agenda. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included updates on COVID-19 metrics, board membership changes, and staff reports.

• Approved appointment of Dr. Travis Riddell as District Health Officer and Dr. Martin Trott as Deputy District Health Officer (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from 7/27/21 and 8/27/21 (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda for 11/16/2021 (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners will consider a range of administrative and planning items, including funding for levee maintenance, a property purchase, and several contract approvals. They will also review two planning matters: a permit postponement for a lot vacation at Snake River Sporting Club and a sketch plan for a mini-storage facility. The agenda is largely routine, with no major policy decisions.

• Consideration of FY2022 Road and Levee Contingency Funding for levee construction and maintenance, including a sole source request
• Purchase agreement for nonresidential space at 105 Mercill Avenue
• Contract amendment #2 with Cambridge Systematics for Teton County Travel Demand Model
• Change order #1 for Alta Area County Roads Resurfacing Project
• Sketch plan for 45,000 sf mini-storage warehouse at 605 W Deer Drive

The Teton County Commission approved a consent agenda including $73,000 for levee construction and maintenance, a $247,600 contract for electrical service expansion at the Recycling Center, and a $39,846.22 contract for emergency operations plan development. They also approved a $55,000 contract amendment for the Travel Demand Model, a $15,770 amendment for Rec Center retro-commissioning, and $72,290 in Energy Mitigation Program funds for commissioning services. A sketch plan for a 45,000 sq ft mini-storage warehouse at 605 W Deer Drive was approved, and a permit for partial vacation of lots at Snake River Sporting Club was postponed to May 17, 2022.

• Approved $73,000 for levee construction and maintenance, sole source to Seaton Earthmover, Inc.
• Approved $247,600 contract with Mountain West Electrical Services for Recycling Center electrical expansion
• Approved $39,846.22 contract with Integrated Solutions Consulting for emergency operations plan development
• Approved $55,000 contract amendment with Cambridge Systematics for Travel Demand Model maintenance
• Approved $15,770 contract amendment with Cator Ruma for Rec Center retro-commissioning
• Approved $72,290 in EMP funds for Rec Center commissioning services
• Approved sketch plan for 45,000 sq ft mini-storage warehouse at 605 W Deer Drive
• Postponed SD2021-0005 (partial vacation of lots) to May 17, 2022

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners is meeting virtually to handle routine administrative actions, including approving county voucher payments, liquor permits, tax corrections, and service contracts. They will also conduct interviews for volunteer board appointments and hold a workshop on salary survey follow-up.

• Consideration of payment of county vouchers
• 24-hour liquor permits
• SLIB drawdowns
• Tax corrections
• Human service/community development contracts for service

The Teton County Board of Commissioners approved the November 15, 2021 county voucher run totaling $758,140.36. They also appointed members to several volunteer boards, including the Alta Solid Waste Disposal District, Board of Health, Building Appeals Board, and Planning Commission. The board discussed vaccine advertisements and conducted a salary survey follow-up workshop. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $758,140.36 county voucher run (unanimous)
• Appointed Janis Falabella and Debra Adams to Alta Solid Waste Disposal District (3-year terms)
• Appointed J David Peterson and Shannon A. Brennan to Board of Health
• Appointed Kasey Mateosky and Bob Weiss to Building Appeals Board (3-year terms)
• Appointed Susan Lurie and Karen Rockey to Planning Commission (3-year terms)
• Entered executive session to consider volunteer board appointments
• Adopted meeting agenda as presented (4-0)

4 Jackson Hole / Lodging Tax

The Jackson Hole Travel and Tourism Board will introduce its new executive director, approve minutes and vouchers, and consider a contract for a Sustainable Destination Management Plan (SDMP) Sustainability Coordinator. They will also approve the 2022-2023 event funding cycle dates. Updates will cover the treasurer's report, air service, events, and the SDMP.

• Introduction of new Executive Director Kathryn Brakenridge
• Approval of contract for SDMP Sustainability Coordinator Crista Valentino
• Approve 2022-2023 event funding cycle (Sept 25, 2022 – June 5, 2023)
• Million Dollar music festival budget update
• Fall Rendezvous Event update

The Jackson Hole Travel and Tourism Joint Powers Board approved the 2022-2023 event funding cycle, amended to begin September 24, 2022, and end June 5, 2023, after a public request from the JH Marathon. The board also approved minutes, vouchers totaling $119,293.44, and a contract for a Sustainable Destination Management Plan coordinator. No other substantive decisions were made; updates were provided on lodging tax collections, events, and the sustainability plan.

• Approved 10/14/21 regular meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved 11/2/21 special meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved vouchers 2987-2997 totaling $119,293.44 (7-0)
• Approved contract for SDMP Sustainability Coordinator with Riverwind Foundation (7-0)
• Approved 2022-2023 event funding cycle, amended to start Sept. 24, 2022, and end June 5, 2023 (7-0)

Fair Board

The Fair Board is meeting to approve the 2022 sponsorship packet and the purpose and goals for various fair committees. Members will also discuss the 2022 fair business plan and the use of tennis courts for the event.

• Approval of the 2022 Sponsorship Packet
• Approval of 2022 Committee Purpose & Goals for Big Top Tent/Vendor, Concert, Exhibit Hall, Figure 8s, Fair Rodeo, and Royalty committees
• Review of the 2022 Fair Business Plan
• Discussion on the use of tennis courts for the 2022 Fair
• FY22/21 Fair Budget Review & Updates

The Teton County Fair Board approved the 2022 sponsorship packet, leaving the Thursday night event undetermined, and approved purpose & goals documents for six committees, with revisions to the Concert, Figure 8s, and Fair Rodeo committees. The board also approved the 2022 Fair Business Plan. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved 2022 sponsorship packet, Thursday night event TBD (unanimous)
• Approved Big Top Tent & Vendor Committee goals, including free/strolling entertainment recommendations (unanimous)
• Approved Concert Committee goals with revised talent agency language (unanimous)
• Approved Exhibit Hall Committee goals as presented (unanimous)
• Approved Figure 8s Committee goals, adding ticket pricing and budget submission (unanimous)
• Approved Fair Rodeo Committee goals, changing IMPRA rule to event rules (unanimous)
• Approved Royalty Committee goals as presented (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Fair Business Plan (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Teton County Planning Commission will review requests to postpone hearings on a new Neighborhood Home Business-1 (NHB-1) zone and a related rezone of about 53 acres on Highway 89. They will also take up staff reports on a development permit for employee housing at Jackson Hole Golf & Tennis Club, a variance for a fence near Fish Creek, and two conditional use permits for an outdoor reception site and an assembly hall at Double Diamond Bar Ranch. The meeting includes public comment and approval of minutes.

• Postpone NHB-1 zone creation hearing to March 28, 2022
• Postpone rezone of 53.3 acres on S Highway 89 to NHB-1 to March 28, 2022
• Development permit for 6 RV pads for employee housing at Jackson Hole Golf & Tennis Club
• Variance for 50-foot stream setback at 1230 N Ida Drive, Wilson
• Conditional use permits for outdoor reception and assembly hall at Double Diamond Bar Ranch, 140 Alta North

The Teton County Planning Commission denied a variance for a 6-foot fence within 50 feet of Fish Creek, voting 5-0 against it. The commission approved a development permit for six seasonal RV pads for employee housing at Jackson Hole Golf & Tennis Club, with conditions including occupancy from April 16 to October 15 and bear-resistant trash requirements. Two conditional use permits for an outdoor reception site and assembly hall at Double Diamond Bar Ranch were continued to the November 22 meeting.

• Approved minutes of 10/25/2021 (5-0)
• Adopted agenda for 11/08/2021 (5-0)
• Approved 2022 Planning Commission meeting calendar (5-0)
• Approved development permit DEV2021-0001 for six seasonal RV pads at Jackson Hole Golf & Tennis Club (5-0)
• Denied variance VAR2021-0004 for 50-foot stream setback reduction at 1230 N Ida Drive (0-5)
• Continued CUP2021-0003 and CUP2021-0004 for Double Diamond Bar Ranch to November 22, 2021 (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Board of County Commissioners will meet virtually to consider payment of county vouchers and various administrative items. The agenda also includes a workshop regarding the extension of Game Creek County Road.

• Payment of County Vouchers
• 24-Hour Liquor Permits
• SLIB Drawdowns
• Tax Corrections
• Discussion of Declaring Extension of Game Creek County Road

The Board of County Commissioners approved the November 9, 2021 county voucher run totaling $1,450,056.88. They also held a workshop discussion on extending the Game Creek County Road designation by ten-eighths of a mile, but no formal action was taken. The meeting included public comment on the mask order and other topics, and an employee engagement workshop.

• Approved $1,450,056.88 in county vouchers (all in favor)
• Adopted the meeting agenda as presented (all in favor)
• Adjourned the meeting (all in favor)

Fair Board

The Fair Board and staff are meeting for a two-day visioning retreat. The sessions focus on team building and establishing the general direction and expectations for the 2022 Business Plan.

• Review of survey insights
• Discussion of 2022 Business Plan goals
• Review of revenue and sponsorship for 2022

Fair Board

The Fair Board and staff are conducting a two-day retreat to establish the direction and expectations for the 2022 Business Plan. The sessions focus on team building, survey insights, and revenue and sponsorship goals.

• Development of 2022 Business Plan
• Review of revenue and sponsorship goals
• Analysis of survey insights

Housing Boards

The Jackson/Teton County Housing Authority Board will hold a regular meeting to review September financials, hear an update from the Millward HOA, and consider two tenant-related actions: a lease amendment for the Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce at 260 W Broadway Ste A and workforce housing restrictions for 724 and 726 Wind River Lane. The board will also enter executive session to discuss the sale or purchase of real estate.

• Consider lease amendment for Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce at 260 W Broadway Ste A, adding a 5-year renewal option through April 2029
• Approve Workforce Ownership Special Restrictions for 724 and 726 Wind River Lane, raising home values by $160,000
• Hear update from Millward HOA on October 26 meeting and progress on revised CC&Rs and deck regulations
• Review September 2021 financials showing net income of $36,524.57
• Executive session for consideration of sale or purchase of real estate

The Jackson/Teton County Housing Authority Board met on November 3, 2021, and unanimously approved workforce ownership restrictions for 724 and 726 Wind River Lane, allowing their values to be raised. The board also approved the September and October meeting minutes and held an executive session on real estate matters. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved workforce ownership restrictions for 724 and 726 Wind River Lane (unanimous)
• Approved September and October meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Held executive session on sale or purchase of real estate (unanimous)

4 Jackson Hole / Lodging Tax

The Jackson Hole Travel & Tourism Joint Powers Board is holding a special meeting to decide on awarding a contract for a Sustainability Coordinator. The board will hear a presentation on hiring committee findings and provide direction for contract negotiations. Public comment is invited before the action item vote.

• Notice of Award for Sustainability Coordinator Contractor and direction for contract negotiations
• Presentation by Crista Valentino on hiring committee findings
• Review of applications from Riverwind and SHE Corp

The Jackson Hole Travel and Tourism Joint Powers Board unanimously approved awarding the Sustainability Coordinator Contractor contract to Riverwind Foundation, with direction to draft and negotiate a contract for final approval at a later meeting. The decision followed a hiring committee recommendation and discussion about potentially involving the other applicant, SHECorp, in transition work.

• Awarded Sustainability Coordinator Contractor contract to Riverwind Foundation (7-0)
• Directed staff to draft and negotiate contract for subsequent board approval

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners will review several items including equipment purchases, lease agreements, and funding allocations. The meeting also includes a planning review regarding updates to wildlife-friendly fencing requirements.

• Amendments to update wildlife friendly fencing requirements countywide
• Lease agreement with Quadient for a postage machine
• Approval of ambulance purchase and refurbishment
• Allocation of American Rescue Plan funding for COVID response
• Amendment of Scenic Preserve Trust easement at Stilson Park Subdivision

The Board approved the Health Department's request for $1,716,175 in American Rescue Plan funds for COVID-19 response through December 2024, with all commissioners voting in favor. They also approved several consent agenda items, including a pathway plowing contract, ambulance purchase, and employee housing lease, and recommended approval of wildlife-friendly fencing regulation amendments.

• Approved $1,716,175 ARP funding for COVID response (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda: postage machine lease, pathway plowing ($15,000), scrap metal contract, ambulance purchase/refurbish, SHSP grant ($101,971.82), SCBA purchase ($106,680), Hoback Cabin lease, coroner HVAC upgrades ($63,853.53)
• Approved purchase of two Battalion Chief vehicles for $99,212 (unanimous)
• Approved resolution authorizing commissioners to sign closing documents for 252/254 E. Simpson purchase
• Approved sublease with St. John's Health for COVID testing site
• Recommended approval of wildlife-friendly fencing LDR amendments (AMD2021-0003) with changes
• Continued scenic preserve easement request (EAS2020-0002) to May 3, 2022

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners will meet virtually to consider routine administrative items, including payment of county vouchers, liquor permits, tax corrections, and several human service contracts. They will also discuss a detention officer exemption and hold a workshop on the Energy Mitigation Program. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Payment of County Vouchers
• 24-Hour Liquor Permits
• Human Service/Community Development Contracts: Immigrant Hope, CRC Idaho, Cultivate, JH Public Art
• Special Events Permits: Old Wilson School Holiday Bazaar (12/11/2021), R Park Winter Solstice (12/16/2021)
• Letter of Support: BearWise Jackson Hole

The Teton County Board of Commissioners approved the November 1, 2021 county voucher run totaling $4,401,631.38, as well as contracts for Immigrant Hope, CRC Idaho, Cultivate, and JH Public Art under the FY2022 budget. They also approved a letter of support for the Bear Wise Jackson Hole program and directed staff to incorporate changes to the policy manual regarding detention officer work schedules and overtime. The board discussed but took no action on a mask order special meeting and the Northern South Park planning contract update.

• Approved $4,401,631.38 county voucher run (unanimous)
• Approved FY2022 contracts for Immigrant Hope, CRC Idaho, Cultivate, JH Public Art (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for Bear Wise Jackson Hole with edits (unanimous)
• Directed staff to incorporate detention officer scheduling changes into policy manual (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners and Town Council are holding a joint information meeting. The agenda includes an update on the BUILD Grant and a review of upcoming items for future meetings.

• BUILD Grant Update
• Proposed 12/06 Deed Restriction Template Updates
• Proposed 12/06 TC Behavioral Health Needs Assessment
• Proposed 12/06 Timing of Next SPET Election
• Proposed 12/06 First/Last Deposit Program Pilot

The Jackson Town Council and Teton County Commission held a joint information meeting. Both bodies approved their respective consent calendars, which included the October 4, 2021 meeting minutes. The only substantive discussion was a quarterly update on the BUILD Grant Project, presented by the Director of Public Works and a consultant; no decisions were made on the project.

• County approved consent calendar including Oct 4, 2021 minutes (4-0, Chair abstaining)
• Town approved consent calendar including Oct 4, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• County adjourned (unanimous)
• Town adjourned (unanimous)

Fair Board

The Fair Board is conducting a retreat to review legal requirements, financial policies, and operational roles. The session focuses on compliance with the Open Meetings Act and the management of fairgrounds lease agreements.

• Review of Fairgrounds Lease Agreements for the fairgrounds, Exhibit Hall, and South Grassy Lawn
• Discussion of Rodeo Grounds Management Agreement (RGMA) and Rodeo Concessionaire Agreement (RCA)
• Review of Fair Revenue Fund and TCF Cash Handling Policy
• Guidance on Teton County Procurement Policy
• Review of Fair Board Bylaws and member roles

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners is meeting virtually to consider routine administrative items, including payment of county vouchers, 24-hour liquor permits, tax corrections, and human service contracts. They will also discuss monthly departmental updates and receive a COVID-19 update. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Payment of County Vouchers
• 24-Hour Liquor Permits
• Tax Corrections
• Human Service/Community Development Contracts for Service
• Letter to Park Place HOA Appointing a Proxy

The board unanimously approved the August 25, 2021 county voucher run totaling $1,458,451.78, and approved a letter appointing Alyssa Watkins as proxy for the Park Place Homeowners Association meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included public comment on the mask order and departmental updates.

• Approved $1,458,451.78 in county vouchers (unanimous)
• Approved letter appointing Alyssa Watkins as proxy for Park Place HOA (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Town Council and County Commissioners are holding a special joint information meeting. The primary item for discussion is the continuation of talks regarding the Recreation Center expansion.

• Recreation Center Expansion – Continued from October 4, 2021

The Jackson Town Council and Teton County Commission jointly directed staff to proceed with the recreation center renovation and expansion project from schematic design through design development to construction documents, as presented. Both bodies voted unanimously in favor, with no public comment taken since it had been heard at the October 4, 2021 meeting. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with roll call and adjournment.

• County motion to proceed to construction documents for rec center expansion approved unanimously
• Town motion to proceed to construction documents for rec center expansion approved unanimously

Planning Commission

This is an educational meeting of the Teton County Planning Commission. The agenda includes only routine items (approval of minutes, adoption of agenda, public comment) and a staff presentation on land use law by the Chief Deputy County Attorney. No old or new business items are listed.

• Land Use Law Update by Chief Deputy County Attorney Keith Gingery
• Approval of minutes from 10/11/21
• Adoption of agenda for 10/25/21
• Public comment on non-agenda matters

The Teton County Planning Commission held a regular meeting on October 25, 2021, but took no substantive actions. The only votes were to approve the previous meeting's minutes and adopt the agenda, both passing 3-0. The main item was a presentation by Deputy County Attorney Keith Gingery on land use law, covering takings, nonconforming uses, and recent Wyoming statutes. No public comment, old business, or new business was conducted.

• Approved minutes of 10.11.21 (3-0)
• Adopted agenda for 10.25.21 (3-0)

Library

The Teton County Library Board will consider opening its Behavior Policy and Intellectual Freedom & Reconsideration of Library Materials Policy for a 45-day public comment period, and vote on a resolution supporting the American Library Association's Library Bill of Rights. The board will also discuss employee housing options, including a housing stipend, and review financial reports and the summer reading program.

• Motion to open Behavior Policy for 45-day public comment
• Motion to open Intellectual Freedom & Reconsideration of Library Materials Policy for 45-day public comment
• Resolution recognizing ALA Library Bill of Rights and related statements
• Discussion on housing stipend flexibility in library salary/wages budget
• Approval of consent agenda including September 2021 financial documents and payroll

The Teton County Library Board approved extended operating hours, including Saturday hours from 10am-5pm starting November 6, 2021, and Monday-Thursday hours until 7pm starting January 3, 2022. The board also approved closing the library on Friday and Saturday for the Christmas and New Year's holidays, and opened the Intellectual Freedom & Reconsideration of Library Materials Policy for a 45-day public comment period. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved extended library hours: Saturdays 10am-5pm from Nov 6, 2021; Mon-Thu until 7pm from Jan 3, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved administrative holiday closure for Dec 25 and Jan 1 (unanimous)
• Approved resolution supporting ALA Library Bill of Rights and related statements (unanimous)
• Opened Intellectual Freedom & Reconsideration of Library Materials Policy for 45-day public comment (unanimous)
• Approved October 2021 consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved September 16, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved payment of library vouchers (unanimous)

Library

The Teton County Library Board is holding a virtual work session for informal discussion and training, with no decisions or votes expected. The agenda includes a board training session led by a risk management consultant and standard call to order and adjournment. Public comments are not entertained at this session.

• Board training by Local Government Liability Pool, led by Mary Augustin
• Virtual work session via Zoom, no public comments
• No voting or official actions scheduled

Alta Solid Waste District

The Alta Solid Waste District board met July 21, 2021, approving the 2021-2022 budget and keeping the residential fee at $108 per unit, with a possible increase next year. They discussed supporting a socioeconomic study of Grand Targhee expansion, filing a complaint about a 2-day wedding event, and forming an Alta district. The meeting included reports on roads, water, and fiber.

• Approved final budget; residential fee kept at $108 per unit for 2021-2022
• Discussed $2k contribution to joint Idaho-Wyoming socioeconomic study of Grand Targhee EIS
• Motion to file formal complaint about 2-day wedding event in Targhee Towne
• Road improvements: speed limit reduction on Hastings/State Line Road, 4-way stop recommended
• Targhee Towne water board to discuss draft engineering report in August

The Alta Solid Waste Disposal District held its quarterly meeting, approving the July 2021 minutes as written. The treasurer's report and budget review were deferred to January 2022, with Michael Scheller agreeing to submit required state reports by the deadline. No other formal decisions were made; most items were discussions or updates.

• Approved July 2021 meeting minutes as written
• Deferred treasurer's report and budget review to January 2022
• Michael Scheller to submit state reports by end of month

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners will consider a zoning map amendment to rezone approximately 53.3 acres on Highway 89 from Rural to a new Neighborhood Home Business-1 (NHB-1) zone, along with related LDR amendments. The board will also act on several contracts and agreements, including a pathway mitigation project, restroom cleaning, and fire station repairs. Two items are postponed to April 2022, and one LDR update was withdrawn.

• Rezone of 53.3 acres at 7675-7695 S Highway 89 to NHB-1 (ZMA2021-0001)
• LDR amendment to create NHB-1 zone (AMD2021-0001)
• Wilson-Stilson Pathway Mitigation Construction award
• Park and Downtown Restroom Cleaning Contract
• SPET funding for Fire Station 1 furnishings and equipment

The Teton County Board of Commissioners approved several contracts and agreements, including a $123,285.23 mitigation project for the Wilson-Stilson Pathway, a $189,148.04 restroom cleaning contract, and a $275,000 contract to relocate and restore the Benson/Brown Cabin. They also approved a $24,700 cost share for a socio-economic impact study on Grand Targhee Resort development, despite a failed friendly amendment to reduce the amount. Additionally, they approved funding for a temporary building inspector and a new code compliance officer, and continued two zoning items to April 2022.

• Approved $123,285.23 Wilson-Stilson Pathway mitigation contract (unanimous)
• Approved $189,148.04 restroom cleaning contract with White Glove (unanimous)
• Approved $275,000 Benson/Brown Cabin relocation contract (unanimous)
• Approved $24,700 cost share for Grand Targhee impact study (3-2)
• Approved $94,346.30 for temporary building inspector and new code compliance officer (unanimous)
• Approved $187,000 Fire Station 2 roof and wall repair contract (unanimous)
• Approved $1,650 fee waiver for Astoria Park Conservancy (unanimous)
• Continued ZMA2021-0001 and AMD2021-0001 to April 19, 2022 (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners is meeting virtually to consider routine administrative items, including payment of county vouchers, liquor permits, tax corrections, and several contracts for service. They will also discuss a compensation market survey report and proposed outgoing correspondence. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions listed.

• Consideration of payment of county vouchers
• 24-hour liquor permits
• Human service/community development contracts: Hole Food Rescue, Historic Preservation Board, Grand Targhee
• Letter of support for USFS purchase of state trust land parcels
• Compensation market survey report and recommendations

The Teton County Board of Commissioners approved the October 18, 2021 voucher run totaling $402,636.06, and authorized contracts for Grand Targhee, the Historic Preservation Board, and Hole Food Rescue under the FY2022 budget. They also approved two letters of support, including one to the USFS regarding state trust land purchases, with a minor amendment. No public comment was made, and the meeting included a workshop on compensation market survey findings.

• Approved $402,636.06 county voucher run (4-0)
• Approved contracts for Grand Targhee, Historic Preservation Board, Hole Food Rescue (4-0)
• Approved letter of support for USFS purchase of state trust land parcels (unanimous, with amendment)
• Approved letter to State Land Board regarding levee rock storage on Teton Village parcel (unanimous)

4 Jackson Hole / Lodging Tax

The Jackson Hole Travel & Tourism Joint Powers Board is holding a regular meeting to review and approve minutes, vouchers, and a draft procurement procedures policy. The board will also hear a proposal for a million-dollar music festival and receive updates from committees and the treasurer.

• Approval of minutes from September 9, September 28, and October 7 meetings
• Review and approval of vouchers and draft procurement procedures policy
• Million Dollar music festival proposal and funding request (Jim Waldrop, 15 minutes)
• Committee updates: Special Events, Marketing, Sustainable Destination Management plan presentation

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Teton County/Jackson Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will discuss the Recreation Center expansion and consider a conditional use permit (CUP) application for Miller Park that includes a dog off-leash option. The board will also receive updates on other park CUP applications, staffing, and the Snake River Management annual report.

• Recreation Center Expansion discussion (20 min)
• Miller Park CUP Application with dog off-leash option (30 min, public comment)
• Wayne May Park and Powderhorn Park CUP Application status update
• Snake River Management Annual Report schedule
• Turkey Trot volunteer opportunity

Library

The Teton County Library Board is holding a virtual work session to informally discuss topics of common concern, specifically the board-director relationship, with consultant Maureen Sullivan. No decisions or votes will occur; any future action items will be placed on a regular or special meeting agenda.

• Work session on board-director relationship with consultant Maureen Sullivan
• Virtual meeting via Zoom; no public comments accepted

Fair Board

The Teton County Fair Board will meet to establish and appoint members to the 2021 fair committees. The board will also discuss the FY22 fair budget and planning for 2022 fair night events and sponsorship packets.

• Appointment of members to 2021 Fair Committees
• FY22 Fair Budget review and updates
• Discussion of 2022 Fair Night Events
• Update on 2022 Fair Sponsorship Packet Committee
• Attendance at Rocky Mountain Association of Fairs in Billings, MT at $250 per person

The Teton County Fair Board appointed members to seven 2021 fair committees, including Big Top Tent, Concert, Exhibit Hall, Horse Show, Rodeo, Figure 8s, and Royalty. The board also discussed the 2022 fair, including potential changes to night events, a sponsorship packet update, and a budget review. No formal votes were taken on these discussion items.

• Appointed Hannah as chair of Big Top Tent committee with members Hannah, MB, Matt, Amy
• Appointed Steve as chair of Concert committee with members Steve, Debbie, Hannah, Zach
• Appointed Matt as chair of Exhibit Hall committee with members Matt, Steve, Tere
• Appointed MB as chair of Horse Show committee with members MB and Tere
• Appointed Debbie as chair of Rodeo committee with members Debbie, Donnie, Amy, Zach, and community member John Bauer
• Appointed MB as chair of Figure 8s committee with members MB, Donnie, Zach, Steve
• Appointed Donnie as chair of Royalty committee with members Donnie, Tere, Deb, Matt

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Board of County Commissioners will meet virtually to consider payment of county vouchers and various administrative items. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the 2022 meeting calendar and updates to the BCC letter process.

• Payment of County Vouchers
• 24-Hour Liquor Permits
• SLIB Drawdowns
• Tax Corrections
• Human Service/Community Development Contracts for Service

The Teton County Board of Commissioners approved the October 11, 2021 voucher run totaling $1,737,583.85, covering payments to vendors and service providers. The board also adopted the meeting agenda and discussed updates to the letter process and the 2022 meeting calendar, but took no action on those items. No public comment was received, and the meeting adjourned 4-0.

• Approved $1,737,583.85 in county vouchers (unanimous)
• Adopted meeting agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a sketch plan for a new development. The proposal includes approximately 45,000 square feet of mini-storage warehouse space.

• Sketch Plan SKC2021-0001 for 45,000 sf of mini-storage warehouse space
• Development request by GOAT PEN LLC, MV FARMS I, LLC & 1545-1565 BERGER LANE, LLC
• Review of property at 605 W Deer Drive (Lot 4, Valley View Subdivision)

The Planning Commission voted 4-0 to recommend approval of Sketch Plan SKC2021-0001 for a mini-storage warehouse development (about 45,000 sq ft) at 605 W Deer Drive, with no conditions. The recommendation goes to the Board of County Commissioners. The applicant confirmed no electrical or water connections to individual units. The commission also approved the previous meeting minutes and the agenda, and expressed support for a legal training update from the County Attorney.

• Approved minutes of 09.27.21 (4-0).
• Adopted agenda for 10.11.21 (4-0).
• Recommended approval of SKC2021-0001 (mini-storage sketch plan) to the Board of County Commissioners with no conditions (4-0).
• Commissioners indicated support for a County Attorney legal training update.

4 Jackson Hole / Lodging Tax

The Jackson Hole Travel & Tourism Joint Powers Board is holding a special meeting to consider and vote on several contracts, including those for a new communications manager and executive director, as well as a contract for transition and training services. Public comment will be accepted during the meeting.

• Approval of Communications manager contract
• Approval of Executive Director contract
• Approval of contract for transition and training of new Executive Director and Communications manager

The board approved three contracts: a communications manager contract with Teton Strong (Sue Muncaster), an executive director contract with Kathryn Brackenridge, and a contract extension with SHE Corp. during the transition. All motions passed 5-1, with Mary Bess voting against each. No other substantive matters were discussed.

• Approved communications manager contract with Teton Strong (Sue Muncaster), 5-1, Bess against.
• Approved executive director contract with Kathryn Brackenridge, 5-1, Bess against.
• Approved contract extension with SHE Corp. during transition, 5-1, Bess against.
• Meeting adjourned at 10:00 a.m.

Housing Boards

The Jackson/Teton County Housing Authority Board will meet to review August 2021 financials and discuss a proposed path forward and timeline from the Millward Redevelopment HOA, which has faced enforcement issues. The board will also receive a staff update on sales, rentals, compliance, and other housing programs.

• Review of August 2021 financials showing total assets of $18,817,736.67
• Discussion of Millward HOA proposed path forward and timeline
• Staff update on sales/rentals including 16 Westview Condominiums closed since June 2021
• Preservation Program: two homes purchased, two pending closings, $583,665 used
• Housing Rules and Regulations adopted Sept 13, 2021; deed restriction templates to be considered in December

The Jackson/Teton County Housing Authority Board held a regular meeting on October 6, 2021, with a quorum present. The board unanimously approved a motion to direct staff to request an update from the Millward Redevelopment HOA Board, including an overview of what occurred at the HOA's October 26 meeting, and to present that update at the Housing Authority's November 3 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned after the motion.

• Approved motion to request Millward HOA update and present at Nov. 3 meeting (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to consider several action items, including liquor license transfers, employee lease agreements, an election equipment purchase, and various funding requests. They will also review two planning matters: a variance request and a plat amendment for a property in Kelly. Public comment is limited to 3 minutes.

• Transfer of restaurant liquor license – Goosewing Ranch
• New Snow King Mountain Resort liquor license
• Election equipment purchase
• Employee lease agreements for 755 E. Hansen Unit 101, 1120 Meadowlark Lane, and Adams Canyon
• Variance and plat amendment for 9770 N Budge Lane, Kelly

The Teton County Board of Commissioners approved a $44,216 budget increase for START to cover increased operator bonuses and winter wages, funded from Contingency. They also approved a 60-day public comment period for Small Wastewater Facility regulation updates, and approved several consent agenda items including liquor license transfers, election equipment purchase, and employee leases. Two planning items for a variance and plat amendment at 9770 N Budge Lane were approved unanimously.

• Approved $44,216 budget increase for START from Contingency (unanimous)
• Approved 60-day public comment period for Small Wastewater Facility regulations (4-1)
• Approved transfer of Restaurant Liquor License to Goosewing Guest Ranch (unanimous)
• Approved Resort Liquor License for Snow King Mountain (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 34 election computers (unanimous)
• Approved employee leases for 755 E. Hansen, 1120 Meadowlark, and Adams Canyon (unanimous)
• Approved variance VAR2021-0003 for 9770 N Budge Lane (4-0)
• Approved plat amendment SD2021-0007 for Kent Third Addition (4-0)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

This joint information meeting includes updates from various Joint Human Service Agency programs. The agenda also features a discussion regarding the Recreation Center Expansion.

• Updates from JH Community Counseling Center, Community Safety Network, and several other human service agencies
• Discussion on Recreation Center Expansion
• Approval of September 13, 2021, meeting minutes

The Jackson Town Council and Teton County Commission held a joint information meeting with updates from local human service agencies and public comment. The only formal action was approving the consent calendar, which included the September 13, 2021 meeting minutes. The Recreation Center expansion discussion was continued to a date uncertain before the November Joint Information Meeting, with no decision made.

• Approved consent calendar including September 13, 2021 meeting minutes (all in favor, County and Town)
• Continued Recreation Center expansion discussion to date uncertain before November Joint Information Meeting (all in favor, County and Town)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners is meeting virtually to handle routine administrative items, including approving county vouchers, issuing 24-hour liquor permits, and considering termination letters for 2022 insurance options. They will also discuss staffing levels in Planning and Building Services and a historic preservation matter for the Brown Property. Public comment is limited to 3 minutes.

• Consideration of payment of county vouchers
• 24-hour liquor permit for Hotel Terra – American Public Power Event
• Termination letters for 2022 insurance options (Cigna, Navitus)
• Discussion of Brown Property Historic Preservation & Owner's Representative
• Discussion of Planning and Building Services Department Staffing Levels

The board approved the October 4, 2021 county voucher run of $1,309,602.58 and an interfund transfer of $516,411.45. It also approved a 24-hour catering permit for Hotel Terra, termination letters for Cigna and Navitus insurance, and letters of recognition to Teton Conservation District directors. The board authorized a letter allowing Amy Madera to pursue a conditional use permit through the Town of Jackson for a mobile educational kitchen.

• Approved $1,309,602.58 voucher run and $516,411.45 interfund transfer (unanimous)
• Approved 24-hour catering permit for Hotel Terra for American Public Power Event (unanimous)
• Approved termination letters to Cigna and Navitus for 2022 insurance options (unanimous)
• Approved letters of thanks to Tom Segerstrom and recognition to Carlin Gerard (unanimous)
• Approved letter authorizing Amy Madera to pursue CUP through Town of Jackson (unanimous)

Housing Boards

The Jackson/Teton County Housing Authority Board is holding a special meeting to consider appointing Melissa Owens as hearing officer for an appeal by Doug and Mara Hayden. The Haydens are appealing the Housing Manager's denial of their request for an exception to the two-year maximum interruption of employment rule. The board will also take public comment and handle routine matters.

• Appointment of Melissa Owens as hearing officer for the Hayden exception hearing
• Public comment period
• Matters from staff and board

The Jackson/Teton County Housing Authority Board held a special meeting and unanimously appointed Melissa Owens as Hearing Officer for the Request for Exception Hearing submitted by Doug and Mara Hayden. The meeting was called to order at 2:00 P.M. and adjourned at 2:10 P.M. No public comment or staff/board matters were presented.

• Appointed Melissa Owens as Hearing Officer for the Hayden exception hearing (unanimous)
• Adjourned the special meeting at 2:10 P.M. (unanimous)

Library

The Library Board is holding a virtual work session to informally discuss topics of common concern. This meeting is for exchanging ideas with staff and does not include any voting or official decisions.

• Board/Director Relationship Work Session #2 with Maureen Sullivan, Library Consultant

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Teton County/Jackson Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is holding an informational workshop to hear a presentation from the director on the Recreation Center schematic plan and estimated pricing. No public comment will be taken at this meeting.

• Presentation on Recreation Center schematic plan and estimated pricing by Steve Ashworth

4 Jackson Hole / Lodging Tax

The Jackson Hole Travel & Tourism Joint Powers Board is holding a special meeting to consider approving several contracts: a communications manager contract, an executive director contract, and contract work for the former executive director during the transition. Public comment is available during the meeting. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• Approval to move forward on Communications manager contract
• Approval to move forward on Executive Director contract
• Approval of contract work for former Executive Director during transition
• Public comment period before action item votes

The Jackson Hole Travel and Tourism Joint Powers Board approved notices of award for a communications manager (to Teton Strong) and an executive director (to an unnamed Candidate A), directing the county attorney and chair to negotiate contracts for final approval in October. The board also approved an hourly contract with SHE, Corp. for transition training. The communications manager award passed 5-2, while the other motions passed unanimously.

• Approved Notice of Award to Teton Strong for Communications Manager contract (5-2)
• Approved Notice of Award to Candidate A for Executive Director contract (unanimous)
• Approved hourly contract with SHE, Corp. for transition training (unanimous)

Teton District Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to approve previous minutes and receive updates on COVID-19 and water quality. The meeting includes reports from Dr. Travis Riddell and public health staff.

• COVID-19 Update from Dr. Travis Riddell and PH Staff
• Water Quality Update report
• Approval of minutes from 7/27/21 and 8/27/2021

The Teton District Board of Health held a special meeting focused on a COVID-19 update from the County Health Officer and staff. No formal policy decisions were made; the board only approved the previous meeting minutes and the meeting agenda. The update covered high transmission levels, hospital capacity concerns, booster shot availability, and vaccine clinic plans.

• Approved minutes from 7/27/21 and 8/27/21 (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda for 09/28/2021 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a withdrawal request for amendments regarding special events and outdoor receptions. The meeting also includes requests to postpone discussions on creating a new Neighborhood Home Business-1 zone and a related rezoning of 53.3 acres.

• Withdrawal of AMD2021-0004 regarding special event and outdoor reception regulations
• Postponement request for AMD2021-0001 to create a Neighborhood Home Business-1 zone
• Postponement request for ZMA2021-0001 to rezone 53.3 acres at 7695, 7685, and 7675 S Highway 89

The Teton County Planning Commission met and approved the minutes and agenda. One application (AMD2021-0004) was withdrawn by the applicant. The commission voted to postpone two related applications (AMD2021-0001 and ZMA2021-0001) to November 8, 2021. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of 09.13.21 (4-0)
• Adopted agenda for 09.27.21 (4-0)
• Postponed AMD2021-0001 and ZMA2021-0001 to Nov 8, 2021 (4-0)
• Noted AMD2021-0004 withdrawn by applicant

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners is meeting virtually to handle routine administrative items, including paying county vouchers, approving liquor permits, and discussing monthly departmental updates. A key action item is the continued consideration of a search and rescue helicopter service agreement, which was postponed from the September 20 meeting. The board will also hold workshops on Cattleman's Bridge and the Hays 2021 renewal, and consider a stop loss insurance renewal.

• Consideration of Search and Rescue Helicopter Service Agreement (continued from Sept. 20, 2021)
• 24-Hour Liquor Permit for Hotel Terra – Savion Vacation Group
• Consideration of 2021 Tax Appeal Orders (FOFCOLs)
• Workshop on Cattleman's Bridge at 10:00 a.m.
• Consideration of Stop Loss Insurance Renewal

The Board approved the September 27, 2021 county voucher run of $1,063,157.01, a 24-hour catering permit for Hotel Terra, and a one-year extension of the Search and Rescue helicopter agreement with Helicopter Express. It also approved tax appeal findings for Harris, Cohen, and Spotted Horse Ranch, LLC, Eagle Scout commendation letters, and a stop-loss insurance renewal with Voya Financial (Option 1). All votes were unanimous except the agenda adoption, which passed 4-1.

• Approved $1,063,157.01 county voucher run (unanimous)
• Approved 24-hour catering permit for Hotel Terra (unanimous)
• Approved Second Amendment to Search and Rescue Helicopter Agreement with Helicopter Express (unanimous)
• Approved tax appeal Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law for Harris, Cohen, Spotted Horse Ranch (unanimous)
• Approved Eagle Scout commendation letters for Lachlan Brown, Trent Healy, Luke Burcham (unanimous)
• Approved Stop Loss Insurance Renewal Option 1 from Voya Financial (4-0)
• Adopted agenda as presented (4-1)

Fair Board

The Teton County Fair Board is holding a special meeting to appoint its leadership. The board will vote on the positions of Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary, and Treasurer.

• Appointment of Chair
• Appointment of Vice Chair
• Appointment of Secretary
• Appointment of Treasurer

The Teton County Fair Board held a special meeting to elect officers for the upcoming term. Zach was elected Chair by a 5-4 vote over Matt, and MB was elected Vice Chair by the same margin. Hannah was elected Secretary unanimously (with her own abstention), and Matt was elected Treasurer unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Elected Zach as Chair (5-4 vote over Matt)
• Elected MB as Vice Chair (5-4 vote over Matt)
• Elected Hannah as Secretary (unanimous, Hannah abstained)
• Elected Matt as Treasurer (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners will consider a range of contracts and agreements, including a construction manager at risk contract for the Recreation Center expansion, a buy/sell agreement for land, and a helicopter service agreement for search and rescue. They will also review several land development regulation amendments and plat changes, including updates to wildlife friendly fencing requirements.

• Recreation Center Expansion Construction Manager at Risk Contract Agreement
• Buy/Sell Agreement with Bruce W. Dietz for Lots 5 and 6 of Block 9, Second Cache Addition
• Search and Rescue helicopter Service Agreement (continued from Sept. 7)
• Amendments to wildlife friendly fencing requirements in Land Development Regulations (countywide)
• Plat amendment for Lot 26, Hufsmith Hill Third Filing (SD2021-0003, continued)

The Board approved a $3.8 million buy/sell agreement to purchase two properties at 245 and 252 E. Simpson Ave from Bruce W. Dietz, adjacent to the county administration building. The vote was 3-2, with Commissioners Barron and Epstein opposed. The board also approved a consent agenda covering 15 items, including a liquor license transfer, a cybersecurity software contract, and a contract for the Recreation Center expansion.

• Approved $3.8M purchase of 245 and 252 E. Simpson Ave from Bruce W. Dietz (3-2 vote).
• Approved $1,616,633.08 county voucher run for September 20, 2021.
• Approved consent agenda including liquor license transfer to Astoria Park Conservancy.
• Approved $17,251.20 grant from Wyoming Office of Homeland Security and 3-year Coronet cybersecurity contract.
• Approved $3,038 ARP-funded purchase of live streaming cameras.
• Approved $21,534 contract with Motorola Solutions for radio support services.
• Approved $18,756 grant agreement with Wyoming Energy Authority.
• Approved $25,000 amendment for winter grooming with State of Wyoming.

Library

The Teton County Library Board is meeting to approve minutes, consent agenda, and vouchers, and to hear reports from the director and supporting organizations. They will also discuss board diversity, receive a facility condition assessment, and hear from the housing director about affordable housing options for employees.

• Guest April Norton, Housing Director, on housing efforts for county/library employees
• Facility Condition Assessment report by Bureau Veritas
• Proposed library closure Oct 15, 2021 for staff in-service workshop
• Discussion on increasing board diversity
• Executive session for personnel matter

The Teton County Library Board approved a subcommittee to increase board diversity, led by Dail Barbour. It also approved closing the library for a staff in-service workshop on October 15, 2021, and agreed to hold its December board meeting at the Alta Branch. The board approved the August 2021 consent agenda, prior meeting minutes, and vouchers. No action was taken in executive session.

• Approved the August 16 and August 30, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approved the August 2021 consent agenda
• Approved forming a subcommittee to increase board diversity, led by Dail Barbour
• Approved closing the library from 9am–2pm on October 15, 2021 for a staff workshop
• Agreed to hold the December board meeting at the Alta Branch
• Approved payment of vouchers
• Moved into executive session; no action taken

Housing Boards

The Jackson/Teton County Housing Authority Board is meeting to consider approving two households for pre-qualification under the Preservation Program, a pilot funded by SPET funds. The program provides down payment assistance to keep existing housing from becoming second homes. Staff recommends approval for both applicants.

• Brittney Ziebell pre-qualification for down payment assistance
• Heather Smith pre-qualification for down payment assistance
• Preservation Program provides up to $200,000 or 20% of purchase price
• Program launched February 1, 2021, funded by SPET

The Jackson/Teton County Housing Authority Board held a special meeting on September 14, 2021, via Zoom. The board unanimously approved prequalifying Brittney Ziebell and Heather Smith as households for down payment assistance under the Preservation Program. No public comment was received, and no other substantive matters were discussed. The meeting adjourned at 2:08 P.M.

• Approved Brittney Ziebell as a pre-qualified household for Preservation Program down payment assistance (unanimous)
• Approved Heather Smith as a pre-qualified household for Preservation Program down payment assistance (unanimous)

Fair Board

The Teton County Fair Board is meeting to appoint its Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary, and Treasurer. The board will also determine the dates for the 2022 fair and revise the sponsorship packet. Additionally, members will review the FY22 fair budget.

• Appointment of board officers
• Setting of 2022 Fair dates
• Revision of 2022 Fair Sponsorship Packet
• FY22 Fair Budget review
• Discussion of Rocky Mountain Association of Fairs attendance at $250 per person

The Teton County Fair Board tabled its officer elections after a tie vote for Chair between Matt and Zach, agreeing to hold a special meeting instead. The board set the 2022 Teton County Fair dates for July 23–31 and formed an ad-hoc committee to revise the sponsorship packet. It also approved minutes from prior meetings and amended the July 12 minutes to reflect 200 tickets sold instead of 600.

• Tabled board officer elections after a tie vote for Chair; special meeting to be scheduled.
• Set 2022 Teton County Fair dates for July 23–31.
• Formed an ad-hoc committee to revise the 2022 Fair Sponsorship Packet; appointed MB, Zach, Deb, and Tere.
• Approved the agenda as written.
• Amended the July 12, 2021 meeting minutes to reflect 200 tickets sold (not 600).
• Approved the July 28, 29, 30, 31 and August 1, 2021 special meeting minutes.
• Adjourned at 8:02 PM.

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners will meet virtually to consider routine administrative items, including payment of county vouchers, several contracts for human services, and approval of asbestos removal at Hoback Cabin 2. They will also discuss a thank-you letter to an outgoing fair board member and review tax appeal findings. The meeting includes a workshop on employee engagement.

• Payment of County Vouchers
• 24-Hour Liquor Permit for Hotel Terra Senior Market Sales Event
• SLIB Drawdown for Horsethief Canyon Landfill Closure
• Contracts for services: Curran Seeley, Children's Learning Center, Senior Center, CLIMB Wyoming, Community Entry Services, One22, JH Air, JH Historical Society & Museum
• Hoback Cabin 2 Asbestos Removal

The Teton County Board of Commissioners approved the September 13, 2021 county voucher run totaling $768,758.76, along with several administrative items including a 24-hour catering permit for Hotel Terra, SLIB drawdowns for the Horsethief Canyon Landfill Closure Project, and multiple human service contracts. They also approved a $14,640 change order for asbestos removal and road widening at the Hoback Cabin 2 site, and approved findings of fact for a tax appeal by DCP Trust. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved $768,758.76 county voucher run (4-0)
• Approved 24-hour catering permit for Hotel Terra Senior Market Sales Event (4-0)
• Approved SLIB drawdowns for Horsethief Canyon Landfill Closure Project (4-0)
• Approved human service contracts for Curran Seeley, Children's Learning Center, Senior Center, CLIMB Wyoming, Community Entry Services, One22, JH Air, and JH Historical Society & Museum (4-0)
• Approved thank-you letter to outgoing Fair Board member Gary Hardeman (4-0)
• Approved $14,640 change order to MD Landscaping for asbestos removal and road widening at 11055 S. Hoback Junction South Road (4-0)
• Approved Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law for DCP Trust tax appeal (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Teton County Planning Commission is meeting to consider a variance request for a property on Budge Lane in Kelly, Wyoming. The applicant seeks to vary the 25-foot street setback requirement for a future single-family residence addition. The agenda also includes approval of minutes, public comment, and other routine matters.

• Variance VAR2021-0003 for 9770 N Budge Lane, Kelly (Lot 31, Kent Third Addition Kelly Homesite Subdivision) to vary 25-foot street setback for a residence addition

The Teton County Planning Commission approved a variance (VAR2021-0003) for Vera Iconica to allow a two-story addition to a single-family residence at 9770 Budge Lane, Lot 31 of the Kent Third Addition Kelly Homesite Subdivision. The variance waives the 25-foot street setback requirement under Section 3.3.3.B.1.D of the Land Development Regulations. The motion passed 3-0, following the Planning Director's recommendation for approval. The applicant stated the addition would not add bedrooms but would rearrange floor area to expand living space.

• Approved VAR2021-0003, a variance to the 25-foot street setback for a future single-family residence addition at 9770 Budge Lane, by a 3-0 vote
• Approved the minutes from the August 9, 2021 meeting by a 3-0 vote
• Adopted the September 13, 2021 agenda with no changes by a 3-0 vote
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:25 p.m.

Library

The Teton County Library Board is holding a virtual work session to informally discuss the board-director relationship, facilitated by consultant Maureen Sullivan. No decisions or votes will occur; any future action items will be placed on a regular meeting agenda.

• Work session on Board/Director Relationship with consultant Maureen Sullivan
• Virtual meeting via Zoom, no public comments

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of County Commissioners and Jackson Town Council are holding a joint information meeting. The main action is the third reading and potential adoption of ten ordinances (1289-1298) that establish housing rules and regulations, covering programs, storage, eligibility, weighted drawing, sale and purchase procedures, business options, rental standards, compliance, and definitions. The meeting also includes updates on micro-transit selection, Northern South Park, and an FAA grant for the airport.

• Third reading of ordinances 1289-1298 (Housing Rules and Regulations)
• FAA AIP Grant Agreement 3-56-0014-070-2021 (County and Town resolutions)
• START Update - Micro-Transit Selection and Winter Service
• Northern South Park update
• Public comment period

The Teton County Commission and Jackson Town Council jointly approved amendments to the 2018 Housing Department Rules and Regulations, including a reasonable accommodation process for disabilities, allowing DACA recipients to purchase restricted homes, and changing dormitory income calculations. The Town separately approved Ordinances D through M on third reading, designating them as ordinances 1289-1298. Both bodies also approved a resolution authorizing the Jackson Hole Airport Board to accept an FAA grant of up to $20,000,000 for taxiway, bypass, and deicing pad projects. No action was taken on the START micro-transit update or the Northern South Park plan update.

• Approved amendments to 2018 Housing Rules and Regulations (County vote all in favor)
• Approved Town Ordinances D-M on third reading, designated 1289-1298 (Town vote all in favor)
• Approved resolution and FAA AIP Grant Agreement 3-56-0014-070-2021 for up to $20,000,000 for airport projects (County 3-0)
• Adopted resolution authorizing Airport Board to accept FAA Grant No. 3-56-0014-070-2021 (Town vote all in favor)
• Approved consent calendar including August 2, 2021 JIM minutes (both bodies all in favor)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Teton County/Jackson Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will discuss and potentially act on the Wayne May Park Master Plan update, including a purchase and sales agreement and warranty deed, with public comment. They will also review winter service levels and grooming schedules for 2021/22, and hear a director's report on the Recreation Center expansion.

• Wayne May Park Master Plan update and amendments, including purchase and sales agreement and warranty deed
• Winter service levels and grooming schedule for 2021/2022
• Public correspondence on Wayne C. May Park and Powderhorn Park
• Director's report on Recreation Center expansion
• Upcoming recommendations for Powderhorn Park and Miller Park conditional use permits

4 Jackson Hole / Lodging Tax

The Jackson Hole Travel & Tourism Joint Powers Board holds a regular meeting with public comment, approval of minutes and vouchers, and updates on the destination management plan and visitor survey. Action items include issuing a request for qualifications for a sustainability coordinator and a recommendation for a communications manager.

• Approval of August 12, 2021 regular meeting minutes
• Vouchers for review and approval
• Request for qualifications (RFQ) for sustainability coordinator
• Communications Manager recommendation
• Special Events and Spring Events recommendation

The Jackson Hole Travel and Tourism Joint Powers Board approved a $360,000 funding request for the Rendezvous Spring Festival, contingent on the event being held in April 2022. The board also approved a $150,000 agreement with George Washington University for a destination management plan, a communications manager RFQ, and the new officer slate. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved July 8, 2021 meeting minutes as presented (6-0).
• Approved vouchers #2954-2959 for $170,344.44.
• Approved new officer slate: Cory Carlson (Chair), Erik Dombroski (Vice-Chair), Willi Brooks (Secretary), Brian Gallagher (Treasurer).
• Approved committee assignments as presented.
• Adopted $150,000 agreement with George Washington University for a destination management plan, starting October 1, 2021.
• Approved $360,000 for the Rendezvous Spring Festival, contingent on an April 2022 date (7-0).
• Approved communications manager RFQ to begin a new search (7-0).

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners, acting as the Board of Equalization, will conduct a special meeting to hear appeals regarding 2021 property tax assessments. This meeting is an in-person session and will not be streamed online.

• Hearings on appeals filed on 2021 Property Tax Assessments

The Teton County Board of Commissioners, sitting as the Board of Equalization, heard an appeal from Spotted Horse Ranch LLC regarding its 2021 property tax assessment. The board voted 3-0 to remand the appraised valuation, finding the assessment incorrect because it excluded agricultural use for part of the property. The motion carried with three votes in favor.

• Remanded Spotted Horse Ranch LLC property valuation (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to consider a consent agenda and 23 action items, including liquor permits, service contracts, budget adjustments, and property sales. The meeting is virtual and includes public comment. Most items are routine approvals, but several involve notable financial decisions.

• 24-hour liquor permits for Westgroup Terra, LLC events
• FY22 contracts for service: CSN, JHCCC, and JHCC Title-25
• Contract for fraud risk and internal controls assessment
• Purchase of two K-9 vehicles
• Sale of Hoback Cabin 1 and Hoback Cabin 2

The Teton County Board of Commissioners approved an $80,000 budget amendment for two K-9 patrol vehicles, approved a $7,950 travel budget increase for the Clerk of District Court, and awarded a water quality planning contract to Trihydro Corporation (3-2). The board also approved a consent agenda covering 21 items, including liquor permits, contracts, and property sales, and continued a helicopter services agreement to September 20.

• Approved $80,000 budget amendment for two K-9 patrol vehicles (unanimous)
• Approved $7,950 FY22 travel budget increase for Clerk of District Court (unanimous)
• Awarded water quality master planning contract to Trihydro Corporation (3-2)
• Approved consent agenda with 21 items including liquor permits, contracts, and property sales (unanimous)
• Continued Helicopter Express search and rescue agreement to Sept. 20 (unanimous)
• Approved findings of fact for Teton Vista Ranches DEV2016-0002 (unanimous)
• Approved $947,474.88 county voucher run and $511,861.29 interfund transfer (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from eight prior meetings (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners is holding a special virtual meeting to consider extending Public Health Order #21-5, which requires face coverings in unincorporated areas of the county. The agenda contains only this single action item.

• Consideration of extension of Public Health Order #21-5 on face coverings

The Board of County Commissioners voted 3-2 to approve the Order Affirming and Extending Public Health Order #21-5 for the unincorporated area of Teton County. The order, originally issued by District Health Officer Dr. Riddell on August 26, 2021, requires face coverings in certain places with exceptions. Commissioners Barron and Epstein voted against the extension. The meeting was held virtually and adjourned at 9:15 a.m.

• Approved the Order Affirming and Extending Public Health Order #21-5 for the unincorporated area of Teton County, Wyoming, by a 3-2 vote.
• Adjourned the special meeting by unanimous vote.

Housing Boards

The Jackson/Teton County Housing Authority Board will meet to review July financials, consider a lease amendment for the Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce at 260 W Broadway, and act on two housing preservation items. The board will also discuss a staff report on the Preservation Program and a proposed restriction change for a home at 4235 Polo Pony Drive.

• Consideration of lease amendment for Chamber of Commerce at 260 W Broadway Ste C, adding a 5-year renewal option
• Approval of Arianna & Andrew Mahoney as pre-qualified household for Preservation Program down payment assistance
• Amendment and Restatement of Workforce Ownership Restriction for 4235 Polo Pony Drive to remove 20-year sunset clause
• Review of July 2021 financials
• Approval of meeting minutes from August 11 and August 24 special meetings

The Jackson/Teton County Housing Authority Board approved the August 11, 2021 meeting minutes, prequalified Arianna and Andrew Mahoney for down payment assistance under the Preservation Program, and approved recording a standard Workforce Ownership restriction on 4235 Polo Pony Drive to remove its 20-year sunset clause. No action was taken on the 260 W Broadway Ste C lease for the Chamber of Commerce. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved August 11, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Arianna and Andrew Mahoney as pre-qualified household for Preservation Program (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment and Restatement Workforce Ownership Restrictions for 4235 Polo Pony Drive (unanimous)

Library

The Teton County Library Board met virtually on August 30, 2021, to informally discuss the relationship between the Board and the Library Director. No decisions were made, no votes were taken, and no public comments were accepted during this session.

• Discussion of Board/Director Relationship with Maureen Sullivan, Library Consultant

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Board of County Commissioners will review various administrative items, including liquor permits and tax corrections. The meeting includes discussions on COVID-19 response updates and a potential special meeting regarding the public health mask order.

• Partial fire closure for unincorporated Teton County prohibiting open fires
• Property tax appeal findings for dismissal or remand
• 24-hour liquor permits for Bar-SIP-Bar, LLC and Westgroup Terra, LLC
• Extension of the Human Resources Consulting Service Contract
• SLIB Drawdowns for Horsethief Canyon Landfill Closure

The Teton County Board of Commissioners approved the August 9, 2021 county voucher run of $199,066.12, along with 24-hour catering permits for Bar-SIP-Bar, LLC and Westgroup Terra, LLC. They also approved SLIB drawdowns for the Horsethief Canyon Landfill Closure Project, property tax appeal findings, a 30-day extension to the HR consulting contract, and rescinded the July 6, 2021 partial fire closure for unincorporated areas. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $199,066.12 county voucher run (unanimous)
• Approved 24-hour catering permits for Bar-SIP-Bar, LLC events (unanimous)
• Approved 24-hour catering permit for Westgroup Terra, LLC event (unanimous)
• Approved SLIB drawdowns for Horsethief Canyon Landfill Closure (unanimous)
• Approved property tax appeal findings (unanimous)
• Approved 30-day extension to HR consulting contract (unanimous)
• Rescinded partial fire closure for unincorporated areas (unanimous)

Teton District Board of Health

The Teton District Board of Health is meeting to discuss a recommendation for the Jackson City Council and Teton County Board of County Commissioners. The board will consider whether to extend Teton District Public Health Order #21-5 regarding face coverings beyond its current 10-day limit.

• Recommendation on extending Teton District Public Health Order #21-5 regarding face coverings

The Teton District Board of Health voted 7-1 to recommend that the Jackson City Council and Teton County Board of County Commissioners extend Public Health Order #21-5 (face coverings) through December 31, 2021. The recommendation states the order would not be in effect if the county reaches a yellow or green risk level. The board also adopted its agenda and adjourned.

• Adopted the agenda for August 27, 2021 (motion by Sadie Monaghan, seconded by David Peterson, unanimous).
• Recommended extending Public Health Order #21-5 to December 31, 2021, with suspension if the county is at yellow or green risk level (motion by David Peterson, seconded by Sadie Monaghan, passed 7-1; Scott Larsen dissented).
• Adjourned the meeting (motion by Aida Farag, seconded by Joe Burke).

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for August 23, 2021, at the Teton County Administration Building has been cancelled.

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Board of County Commissioners will meet virtually to consider payment of county vouchers and administrative items. The agenda includes consideration of a contract award with West Fork Construction, LLC.

• Payment of County Vouchers
• Contract with West Fork Construction, LLC
• 24-Hour Liquor Permits
• SLIB Drawdowns
• Tax Corrections

The Board approved a $295,656 contract with West Fork Construction, LLC for repairs and improvements to the Transfer Station tunnel and concrete push walls, with a total project amount of $325,221 including a 10% contingency. The board also approved the August 23, 2021 county voucher run totaling $562,000.13. All votes were 4-0. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included only routine administrative items and informational updates.

• Approved $562,000.13 county voucher run (4-0)
• Approved $295,656 contract with West Fork Construction for Transfer Station repairs (4-0)
• Adopted agenda as presented (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Library

The Teton County Library Board approved a face covering resolution effective August 19, 2021, and authorized funds for boiler repairs. They also established a technology study committee and approved closing the library for a staff in-service workshop. The board discussed a housing survey showing 51% of staff spend over 30% of income on housing, and tabled a future meeting at the Alta Branch.

• Approved face covering resolution effective Aug 19, 2021 (all in favor)
• Approved expenditure for boiler repairs from line item 7520 (all in favor)
• Established technology study committee with Shawn, Grace, and Kip (all in favor)
• Approved library closure 9am-2pm on a Friday in October for staff workshop (all in favor)
• Approved consent agenda including financial narrative (all in favor)
• Approved meeting minutes with date correction (all in favor)
• Approved payment of vouchers (all in favor)
• Tabled discussion of future board meeting at Alta Branch

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners will vote on multiple infrastructure contracts, including five snow removal projects and the Phase 5 Courthouse architect. The agenda also includes new business items for land development permits in Alta and the Snake River Sporting Club area. The meeting is held virtually on August 17, 2021.

• Consideration of Contract Award for the 2021-26 South Jackson Snow Removal Project
• Consideration of Contract Award for the 2021-26 North Jackson Snow Removal Project
• Consideration of Architect Contract for Phase 5 Courthouse
• Consideration of Fire Station 1 Construction Change Orders #38, #39 and #41
• Plat Amendment request for Lot 26, Hufsmith Hill Third Filing (SD2021-0003)

The Teton County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution requiring face coverings in certain county buildings, including the Recreation Center, courthouses, and health building, with a 3-2 vote. The board also approved a series of contracts for snow removal, winter sand, and other services, as well as a new public engagement website funded by ARP funds. Several development permits and easements were also approved.

• Approved resolution requiring face coverings in certain county buildings (3-2)
• Approved 2021-26 snow removal contracts for South Jackson, South Wilson, North Wilson, North Jackson, and Gros Ventre Road
• Approved 2021-23 winter sand contracts for Alta and Jackson
• Approved contract with Public Input for public engagement website, paid with ARP funds ($53,617)
• Approved modifications to Y2 Consultants' scope for Brown Property affordable housing project
• Approved RFP for Benson/Brown Home relocation and restoration
• Approved Fire Station 1 change orders contingency funding ($44,253.95)
• Approved conditional use permit CUP2021-0002 for Evelyn Lewis Living Trust

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners held a virtual voucher meeting to approve county payments and administrative items. The agenda included the consideration of 24-hour liquor permits for Bar-SIP-Bar and JH Land Trust, as well as SLIB drawdowns and tax corrections. Commissioners also discussed a request from the Sheriff for vehicles and reviewed correspondence from outgoing commissioners.

• Consideration of Payment of County Vouchers
• 24-Hour Liquor Permits for Bar-SIP-Bar and JH Land Trust
• SLIB Drawdowns and Tax Corrections
• Human Service/Community Development Contracts for Service
• Sheriff’s Request for Vehicles

The Teton County Board of Commissioners approved the August 16, 2021 county voucher run totaling $727,283.52, along with several 24-hour catering permits for local events. They also appointed three members to the Teton County Fair Board after interviews and an executive session. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $727,283.52 county voucher run (unanimous)
• Approved 24-hour catering permits for Bar-SIP-Bar, LLC for three weddings (unanimous)
• Approved 24-hour catering permits for Jackson Hole Land Trust for two receptions (unanimous)
• Approved outgoing SLIB thank-you letter (unanimous)
• Appointed Donnie Wackerman, Matt Hall, and Amy Renova to Teton County Fair Board for three-year terms (4-0)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners will meet in its capacity as the Board of Equalization. The meeting is scheduled to hear appeals filed regarding 2021 property tax assessments.

• Hearings on appeals filed on 2021 Property Tax Assessments

The Teton County Board of Commissioners, sitting as the Board of Equalization, heard an appeal by James B. and Ann R. Harris against their 2021 property tax assessment. The board voted 3-0 to affirm the Assessor's valuation of $3,061,333 for the property at 405 E. Cottonwood, with Commissioner Newcomb abstaining. The board also dismissed three other appeals due to the appellants' failure to appear, and one appeal was withdrawn prior to the hearing.

• Affirmed Assessor's 2021 valuation of $3,061,333 for Harris property (3-0, Newcomb abstaining)
• Dismissed Harslem appeal for failure to appear (4-0)
• Dismissed Bald Eagle LLC / Neishabouri appeal for failure to appear (4-0)
• Dismissed S&B Irrevocable Trust appeal for failure to appear (4-0)
• Noted Barlow appeal withdrawn prior to hearing

4 Jackson Hole / Lodging Tax

The Jackson Hole Travel & Tourism Joint Powers Board will conduct a regular meeting to review minutes and vouchers. The board will also consider a destination management plan agreement and a request regarding the Rendezvous Festival Spring concert.

• Approval of July 8, 2021, regular meeting minutes
• Review and approval of vouchers
• Destination management plan agreement action item
• Rendezvous Festival Spring concert request from Tyler Lamotte (JHMR)
• Communications Manager RFQ action item

The Jackson Hole Travel and Tourism Joint Powers Board approved a $350,000 sponsorship for the Natural Selection Tour, with a 4-2 vote. The board also approved vouchers totaling $885,508.21 and tabled a $90,000 funding request for the Wildly Creative campaign until the August meeting. The Destination Management Plan will be developed by George Washington University, with a start date pushed to October.

• Approved vouchers #2938-2953 for $885,508.21 (6-0)
• Approved $350,000 sponsorship for Natural Selection Tour (4-2)
• Tabled Wildly Creative funding request of $90,000 to August meeting (6-0)
• Moved board officer slate and committees to August meeting (6-0)
• Approved June 10, 2021 minutes as presented (6-0)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners held a special meeting to discuss one action item. The agenda focused on the consideration of an order for ambulance chassis.

• Consideration of Ambulance Chassis Order

The Teton County Board of Commissioners approved a sole-source purchase of two 2022 Ford F450 ambulance chassis from Braun Northwest for $106,738, as presented by Fire Chief Brady Hansen. The purchase was needed to replace a 2008 ambulance and remount a 2015 one, with a narrow window to secure the chassis. The motion passed 3-0, with Chairwoman Natalia Macker and Commissioner Mark Newcomb absent.

• Approved $106,738 sole-source purchase of two 2022 Ford F450 chassis from Braun Northwest (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners will meet as the Board of Equalization for a special meeting. The session is dedicated to hearing appeals filed regarding 2021 property tax assessments.

• Hearings on 2021 Property Tax Assessment appeals

The Teton County Board of Commissioners, sitting as the Board of Equalization, heard appeals on 2021 property tax assessments. The board affirmed the Assessor's valuations for properties owned by Bokum/Anderson, Cohen, and Bell, and dismissed appeals where appellants did not appear (Tschida, Walker). All decisions were unanimous.

• Affirmed Assessor's 2021 assessment for Tract B-2 (Bokum/Anderson) at $925,541.80 (3-0)
• Affirmed Assessor's 2021 assessment for Tract B-3 (LMJK Anderson FLP) at $911,403.00 (3-0)
• Affirmed Assessor's 2021 assessment for Lot 62 Bar-B-Bar Meadows (Cohen) at $3,329,132.00 (3-0, Macker and Newcomb abstained)
• Affirmed Assessor's 2021 assessment for 8605 Porter Loop (Bell) at $3,334,038.00 (5-0)
• Dismissed appeal for Lot 35 Rivermeadows (Tschida) due to non-appearance (3-0)
• Dismissed appeal for Jack Pine Forest Lease #22 (Walker) due to non-appearance (5-0)

Housing Boards

The Jackson/Teton County Housing Authority Board will consider several items, including approving a three-year engagement of Melissa Owens as Hearing Officer, adopting amended special restrictions for three homes under contract, renewing The Grove residential leases for one year, and approving a letter to the Millward Redevelopment HOA about ongoing rule violations. The board will also review June financials and approve July meeting minutes.

• Approve Hearing Officer Letter of Engagement for Melissa Owens for three years
• Approve amended special restrictions for 1261 Allen Way, 824 Snow King Ave, and 905 Sandcherry Way
• Approve one-year lease renewal amendment for The Grove residential units
• Approve letter to Millward HOA demanding compliance with rules by September 5, 2021
• Review June 2021 financials showing net income of $22,053.13

The Jackson/Teton County Housing Authority Board unanimously approved a letter of engagement for Melissa Owens as Hearing Officer, standardized special restrictions for three housing units, and approved a lease amendment template for The Grove renewals. The board also approved sending a letter to the Millward HOA about compliance. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved minutes from July 7, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved Letter of Engagement for Melissa Owens as Hearing Officer (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment and Restatement Restrictions for 1261 Allen Way, 824 Snow King Ave, 905 Sandcherry Way (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment to The Grove Lease as template and authorized Housing Manager to sign (unanimous)
• Approved letter to Millward HOA with edits to deadline date (unanimous)

Fair Board

The Fair Board will meet to discuss the outcomes of the 2021 Fair. The session includes a debrief discussion and the coordination of thank you cards.

• 2021 Fair Debrief Discussion

The Teton County Fair Board voted to adopt the agenda with an amendment to add 2022 Fair dates as a discussion item, despite a recommendation to wait until new board members are seated. The motion passed 5-3. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting focused on debriefing the 2021 Fair and discussing potential improvements for 2022.

• Adopted agenda with amendment to discuss 2022 Fair dates (5-3)
• Discussed 2022 Fair dates, contingent on Frazier Shows availability; final decision deferred to September
• Debriefed 2021 Fair events, including horse show, rodeo, concert, and vendors
• Proposed changes for 2022, such as moving the concert to Thursday and the rodeo to Saturday
• Discussed increasing Figure 8s entry fee to $120 and adding a powder puff division
• Considered ordering a larger tent for the 4-H Livestock Sale and moving it back to the Heritage Arena

Planning Commission

The Teton County Planning Commission is considering amendments to the Land Development Regulations to update wildlife-friendly fencing requirements. The proposal, directed by the Board of County Commissioners, would clarify when fencing is required, construction standards, and exemptions. This is a continuation of discussion from the July 12 meeting.

• Public hearing on amendments to wildlife friendly fencing requirements (AMD2021-0003)
• Proposal to update Natural Resource Land Development Regulations, starting with fencing section
• Amendments would clarify standards for when fencing is required and how it is constructed
• Certain exemptions from fencing standards for specific uses are proposed
• Countywide application

The Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend approval of AMD2021-0003, which updates Teton County's wildlife-friendly fencing requirements in the Land Development Regulations. The recommendation includes 11 amendments, such as removing worm fencing, setting height standards at 38 inches for landscaping and 40 inches for livestock fences, and clarifying exemptions for corrals and dog runs. The matter now goes to the Board of County Commissioners for final action.

• Recommended approval of AMD2021-0003 with 11 amendments (5-0)
• Removed worm fencing from allowed designs
• Set landscaping fence height at 38 inches and livestock fence at 40 inches
• Clarified temporary electric fencing for livestock is permissible
• Exempted arenas and single dog runs up to 200 square feet near homes
• Adopted 10% fence replacement rule instead of 50%
• Approved minutes of 07.26.21 (5-0)
• Adopted agenda of 08.09.21 (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Teton County Planning Commission is meeting to consider proposed amendments to the Land Development Regulations that would update wildlife friendly fencing requirements. The amendments, initiated by the Board of County Commissioners, aim to clarify when fencing is required, how it should be constructed, and exemptions for specific uses. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, agenda adoption, and public comment.

• Public hearing on amendment AMD2021-0003 to update wildlife friendly fencing standards
• Proposed changes to clarify fencing requirements, construction standards, and exemptions
• Countywide application of the proposed LDR amendments

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Board of County Commissioners convened a special meeting on August 9, 2021. The agenda was limited to a single contested case involving Blue Crane.

• Contested case: Blue Crane

The Board of County Commissioners voted 5-0 to grant summary judgment in favor of Blue Crane Creek LLC, which contested the Planning Director's decision regarding an agricultural accessory residential unit (ARU) and its use as a workforce housing deed-restricted unit. The Board found the Planning Director misapplied the Land Development Regulations and ordered that use permit conditions 1, 4, and 5 be deleted and the approval letter reissued. The meeting was a special session held solely for this contested case.

• Granted summary judgment in favor of Blue Crane Creek LLC (5-0)
• Ordered deletion of use permit conditions 1, 4, and 5 from the Agriculture ARU approval
• Directed the Planning Director to reissue the Agriculture ARU approval letter

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners approved a $5,277,603 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) grant under the American Rescue Plan Act for the Jackson Hole Airport Board. The grant funds airport operations, personnel, cleaning, and debt service related to the COVID-19 pandemic. The board also approved the August 9, 2021 county voucher run totaling $1,598,693.58 and an interfund transfer of $516,899.83. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included public comment on road safety and service awards.

• Approved $5,277,603 FAA grant for Jackson Hole Airport COVID costs (unanimous)
• Approved August 9, 2021 county voucher run of $1,598,693.58 (unanimous)
• Approved interfund transfer of $516,899.83 (unanimous)
• Adopted meeting agenda as presented (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners, sitting as the Board of Equalization, heard property tax assessment appeals. It remanded two appeals (Stirn and Aspen S, LLC) to the Assessor for reconsideration based on agricultural exemption definitions and corporate entity handling. It affirmed the Assessor's valuation for DCP Trust at $1,987,121. Two other appeals were continued to later dates.

• Remanded Stirn appeal (Parcel R0009781) to Assessor (4-0, Macker abstaining)
• Remanded Aspen S, LLC appeal (Parcel R0009777) to Assessor (4-0, Macker abstaining)
• Affirmed DCP Trust 2021 assessment of $1,987,121 (3-1, Newcomb absent)
• Continued Spotted Horse Ranch and Kinky Creek Land Company appeals to Sept 7, 2021
• Continued Steven P Kalalian appeal to Aug 31, 2021

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to consider a range of administrative and planning items, including a new restaurant liquor license, multiple service contracts, and several land development requests. The agenda includes both routine approvals and more substantive decisions on property and zoning matters.

• New restaurant liquor license consideration
• ES&S Services Agreement and CDX Wireless contract amendment
• Sale and removal of county-owned structures at 11055 S. Hoback Junction Road
• OpenGov Inc. budgeting software implementation contract
• Plat amendment and conservation easement amendment for Table Rock Ranch Subdivision lots

The Teton County Board of Commissioners approved a new Capital Depreciation/Future Use Reserve Fund Policy, a restaurant liquor license for Wilson Pizza, the sale and removal of two county-owned cabins, a site restoration contract, a plat amendment and conservation easement amendment for Table Rock Ranch, a conditional use permit for a home business, and a letter to Teton County, Idaho regarding Grand Targhee. All votes were unanimous except the letter, which passed 4-1. The board also postponed a wildlife fencing ordinance amendment to September 20, 2021.

• Approved Capital Depreciation/Future Use Reserve Fund Policy (unanimous)
• Approved restaurant liquor license for TELA LLC dba Wilson Pizza (unanimous)
• Approved sale of cabins at 11055 S. Hoback Junction Rd to Peter & Lauren Long for $10 (unanimous)
• Approved site restoration contract with MD Landscaping & Excavation Inc. for $118,076 (unanimous)
• Approved plat amendment SD2021-0004 for Table Rock Ranch Subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved conservation easement amendment EAS2021-0002 (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for Shadow Mountain Lighting home business (unanimous)
• Approved letter to Teton County, Idaho regarding Grand Targhee (4-1)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners is meeting to handle routine administrative business, including paying county vouchers, approving administrative items like liquor permits and contracts, and setting the 2021 mill levies. They will also consider outgoing correspondence and receive updates from commissioners.

• Consideration of payment of county vouchers
• 24-hour liquor permits for Hotel Terra events
• Approval of 2021 mill levies
• Special events permits for LOTOJA bike race and Hoback firefighter fundraiser
• Letters to WYDOT and Teton County, Idaho

The Board approved the 2021 mill levy report as presented by the County Assessor in a 4-1 vote, with Commissioner Barron opposed. The Board also approved the August 2, 2021 county voucher run totaling $348,726.13, two 24-hour liquor permits for Hotel Terra events, and a thank-you letter to WYDOT regarding speed study findings on Teton Pass. A letter to Teton County, Idaho regarding the Grand Targhee Resort Master Development Plan was discussed but no action was taken; it was added to the August 3, 2021 agenda.

• Approved 2021 mill levy report (4-1, Barron opposed)
• Approved $348,726.13 county voucher run (unanimous)
• Approved 24-hour liquor permits for Hotel Terra events on Aug 27 and Aug 31 (unanimous)
• Approved thank-you letter to WYDOT on Teton Pass speed study (unanimous)
• Tabled letter to Teton County, Idaho on Grand Targhee plan to Aug 3 agenda

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of County Commissioners and Town Council are holding a joint information meeting. They will consider amending the Travel & Tourism Board's size from 7 to 9 members, and may enter executive session to consider appointments to a volunteer board. The agenda also lists upcoming items for future meetings, including a Rec Center expansion and housing rules adoption.

• Consideration of amendment to change Travel & Tourism Board from 7 to 9 members
• Executive session to consider appointments to a volunteer board
• Upcoming: Rec Center Expansion (9/6)
• Upcoming: Housing Rules and Regs Adoption (9/6)
• Upcoming: Northern South Park Discussion (9/6)

The Town and County considered changing the Jackson Hole Travel and Tourism Joint Powers Board from 7 to 9 members. The Town's motion to expand failed 1-3, and the County voted 3-2 to keep the board at 7. A later Town motion to approve an amendment allowing 7 or 9 members passed 3-1, but because the boards did not pass identical motions, no change was made and the board remains at 7 members. Both boards also approved consent calendar minutes and entered executive session to discuss appointments, later appointing Mary Bess to the Travel and Tourism Board for a three-year term.

• Approved consent calendar including July 6 and July 12, 2021 minutes (all in favor, both boards)
• Town motion to increase Travel and Tourism board from 7 to 9 members failed (1-3)
• County motion to keep Travel and Tourism board at 7 members carried (3-2)
• Town motion to reconsider failed (no second)
• Town motion to approve amendment allowing 7 or 9 members passed (3-1), but no identical County motion, so no change
• Entered executive session to discuss volunteer board appointment (County 4-1, Town 3-1)
• Appointed Mary Bess to Travel and Tourism Board for term ending June 30, 2024 (all in favor, both boards)

Fair Board

The Fair Board is meeting to debrief on Saturday's activities and coordinate the schedule for Sunday's events. The discussion focuses on the operational execution of the fair.

• Debrief of Lion’s Club Breakfast, Big Top Tent events, Team Sorting, Centennial Bash, Fair Rodeo, and RMC/Raymond James Party
• Coordination of Horse Show
• Coordination of Pie Eating contest
• Coordination of Figure 8 Races

The Teton County Fair Board held a special meeting to debrief Saturday's events and coordinate Sunday's activities. No formal decisions or votes were recorded; the meeting focused on operational logistics for the horse show, pie eating contest, and Figure 8 races.

• No formal decisions or votes recorded; meeting was procedural and planning-focused

Fair Board

The Teton County Fair Board is meeting to debrief Friday's events, including the 4-H Livestock Sale with $840k in gross sales, and to coordinate logistics for tonight's rodeo, such as ticket takers, signage, and beer stands. They will also discuss setup for an RMC party on Sunday, including roped-off seating and food/beer ticket values.

• 4-H Livestock Sale grossed $840k
• Need 3-4 ticket takers per gate for rodeo
• Signage at gates: Cash Only, Re-Entry
• RMC party setup at 9AM, party 5-7PM
• Food tickets $10, beer tickets $6

The Teton County Fair Board held a special meeting to coordinate fair operations, including the 4-H Livestock Sale, rodeo, and a private party. No formal votes or policy decisions were made; the meeting focused on logistics and staffing. The board discussed moving the 4-H sale back inside for 2022, pending Fire Marshall requirements, and planned for the rodeo with limited events due to low entries.

• Discussed moving 4-H Livestock Sale back inside for 2022, pending Fire Marshall requirements (no vote)
• Planned to speak with Canvas Unlimited about tent side walls and space heaters for 2022 sale
• Confirmed rodeo will not have steer wrestling due to insufficient entries
• Noted Hide Race may be cancelled if only 3 teams remain
• Arranged for Gary to move ice cooler to office for vendor use
• Scheduled 3rd beer stand near bucking chutes for rodeo
• Set up private party for RMC/Raymond James with 175 rodeo tickets and reserved seating

Fair Board

The Teton County Fair Board is holding a special meeting to conduct debriefs regarding the Thursday Big Top and team branding. The board will also address deposits and money related to the 4-H Livestock Sale occurring that day.

• Thursday Big Top Debrief
• Team Branding Debrief
• 4-H Livestock Sale

The Teton County Fair Board held a special meeting to debrief recent events and prepare for the 4-H Livestock Sale. No formal votes or policy decisions were made. The board discussed operational issues, including a need to resolve re-entry and ticketing confusion from a concert before Saturday night.

• Scheduled a meeting with Hap to discuss concert re-entry and ticketing issues
• Deb & Matt to handle deposits and cash banks for the weekend
• Set up for 4-H Livestock Sale with tent, sale ring, and holding pens

Fair Board

The Teton County Fair Board is meeting to debrief recent fair events, including vendor setup and the fair concert, and to coordinate same-day activities such as 4-H livestock shows, the Big Top Tent & Beer Garden, and team branding. They will also handle deposits and money for the evening and discuss the presence of animal rights activists at the 4-H barn.

• Vendor setup debrief
• Fair concert debrief
• 4-H livestock shows today
• Big Top Tent & Beer Garden today
• Animal rights activists at 4-H barn

The Teton County Fair Board held a special meeting to debrief on the fair's first days, noting the concert sold out at 1,500 tickets and discussing logistics for the day's events. They decided to allow re-entry with outside food due to limited food options, and to expand the beer garden perimeter to the entire Grassy Arena. No formal votes were taken; all items were discussion only.

• Allowed re-entry with outside food at the fair gates (discussion, no vote)
• Expanded beer garden perimeter to entire Grassy Arena (discussion, no vote)
• Noted animal rights activists at 4-H barn; advised watching for 4-H'ers needing assistance (discussion)

Fair Board

The Teton County Fair Board is meeting to finalize same-day logistics for the fair's opening, including vendor check-in, concert and beer garden setup, and press passes. They will also address operational items like removing fencing, fixing signs, and assigning ticket takers for the rodeo.

• Vendor check-in at 9:00AM and vendor meeting with Sara Budge at 12:15PM
• Fair concert setup: 2 pots, 2 10x10 tents with sidewalls, tables, chairs, 2 coolers with ice
• Beer garden setup at 1:00PM
• Remove orange fence around Grassy Arena
• Ticket taking for Fair Rodeo

The Teton County Fair Board met and discussed logistics for the upcoming fair, including vendor setup, concert arrangements, and press passes. The board approved the Wyoming Health Department's request to park the COVID vaccine bus on the south grassy arena during the fair. No formal votes were taken; all items were discussion and planning.

• Approved COVID vaccine bus parking on south grassy arena
• Discussed vendor check-in and setup for today
• Discussed concert setup with Hughes starting at 9AM
• Discussed beer garden setup with Pete Kendzior at 12:30PM
• Discussed printing 2 press passes for Richard Johnson
• Discussed fixing signs at Exhibit Hall
• Discussed laminating and hanging bike corral signs
• Discussed ticket taking for Fair Rodeo

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Teton County/Jackson Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is holding an informational workshop to review two major projects: the Wayne C. May Park Master Plan and the Rec Center Expansion Plan. No public comment will be taken, and no decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion only.

• Wayne C. May Park Master Plan review (45-minute presentation)
• Rec Center Expansion Plan review (45-minute presentation)
• Informational meeting only — no public comment taken

Teton District Board of Health

The Teton District Board of Health will meet to welcome new board members and affirm the Deputy Health Officer. The board will also receive updates on water quality and public health staff reports.

• Affirmation of Deputy Health Officer
• Water Quality Update report
• Public Health Staff updates

The Teton District Board of Health approved Resolution #20-01 to appoint Dr. Martin Trott as the Deputy County Health Officer, filling the vacancy left by Dr. Greenbaum's resignation. The board also approved the minutes from the June 16 special meeting and adopted the agenda. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting included reports on water quality and public health updates.

• Approved Resolution #20-01 appointing Dr. Martin Trott as Deputy County Health Officer
• Approved minutes from the special meeting on 6/16/2021
• Adopted the agenda for 07/27/2021

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners is meeting to handle routine administrative items, including approving county vouchers, liquor permits, tax corrections, and contracts. They will also discuss the mill levy, updates from various departments, and a letter regarding Great American Outdoor Act funding. A workshop on the Swinging Bridge Replacement Project is scheduled.

• Consideration of payment of county vouchers
• 24-hour liquor permits for Hotel Terra events
• Special events permits for LOTOJA bicycle race (Sept 11, 2021) and Hoback Volunteer Firefighter Fundraiser (Aug 14, 2021)
• Proposed letter to BTNF Partners regarding Great American Outdoor Act funding
• Mill levy discussion

The Board of County Commissioners approved the July 26, 2021 county voucher run totaling $728,402.59, along with two 24-hour catering liquor permits for Hotel Terra events. The board also approved a letter to BTNF Partners regarding Great American Outdoor Act funding. All votes were unanimous. The meeting included informational updates and discussions but no other formal decisions.

• Approved $728,402.59 county voucher run (unanimous)
• Approved 24-hour liquor permits for Hotel Terra Doosan Group Dinner (Aug 12) and Failure Analysis Dinner (Aug 17) (unanimous)
• Approved letter to BTNF Partners regarding Great American Outdoor Act funding (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Teton County Planning Commission will consider a request for a 2-unit Subdivision Planned Residential Development (DEV2016-0002) by AJL Duersch, LLC, on property east of N State Line Road in Alta. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, adoption of the agenda, and public comment.

• Public hearing on DEV2016-0002: 2-unit Planned Residential Development
• Property located east of N State Line Road in Alta, zoned Rural
• Request under Section 2320 of the 1994 LDRs

The Teton County Planning Commission approved a 2-unit Planned Residential Development (PRD) for AJL Duersch, LLC, located east of N State Line Road in Alta. The approval includes a reduced affordable housing fee-in-lieu of $54,813, based on local data, and conditions for payment of affordable housing and exaction fees. The motion passed 4-0.

• Approved 2-unit PRD permit DEV2016-0002 (4-0)
• Approved reduced affordable housing fee-in-lieu of $54,813 (4-0)
• Approved minutes of 07.12.2021 as corrected (4-0)
• Adopted agenda of 07.26.21 with no changes (4-0)

Alta Solid Waste District

The Alta Solid Waste Disposal District and Alta Advisory Committee will hold a quarterly board meeting to review and approve the 2021-2020 year budget, along with the treasurer's report and minutes from the April meeting. The agenda includes updates on USFS fire control, Grand Targhee EIS, roads and trails, Teton Valley Solid Waste, county roads speed and signage, and Teton County Land Development Regulations, including new building permits and natural resource amendments. Other items include a picnic coordination, Targhee Towne water source, and Silver Star Fiber updates.

• Budget review and approval of 2021-2020 year budget
• USFS report on fire control, Grand Targhee EIS, roads and trails
• County roads discussion on speeds, signage, enforcement
• Teton County Land Development Regulations: new building permits, natural resource amendments
• Targhee Towne water source report update

The Alta Solid Waste Disposal District approved its final budget for 2021-2022 with total expenditures of $35,528, keeping the residential fee at $110 per unit. The board also voted to file a formal complaint about a non-permitted 2-day wedding event in Targhee Towne and to send an email supporting a socioeconomic study related to the Grand Targhee expansion. The April meeting minutes were accepted as written.

• Approved final budget for FY 2021-2022 with $35,528 in expenditures (motion passed)
• Approved keeping residential solid waste fee at $110 per unit for coming year (motion passed)
• Accepted April 2021 meeting minutes as written (motion passed)
• Voted to file formal complaint regarding non-permitted 2-day wedding event in Targhee Towne (motion passed)
• Voted to send email supporting socioeconomic study for Grand Targhee expansion (motion passed)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners will consider several contracts and grants, including an FAA grant for runway reconstruction (Phase III), a contract for Alta Area County Road resurfacing, and a cooperative agreement with WYDOT for Mosquito Creek Bridge. They will also review a variance and conditional use permit for a home business winery/cidery at 1910 South Park Ranch Road. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and public comment.

• FAA Grant for Runway Reconstruction (Phase III)
• Notice of Award and Contract for Alta Area County Road Resurfacing
• Cooperative Agreement with WYDOT for Mosquito Creek Bridge
• Variance and Conditional Use Permit for Home Business Winery/Cidery at 1910 South Park Ranch Road
• Release of Subdivision Improvement Agreement for Homesteads and Lodges at Shooting Star West

The Board approved the FAA grant agreement for the Jackson Hole Airport runway reconstruction (Phase III), accepting $9,996,778 in federal funds. They also approved several contracts, including road resurfacing and professional services, and approved a workforce housing restriction for Lower Valley Energy with a modified vacancy period. A variance for a home business winery was denied, and a related conditional use permit was continued.

• Approved FAA Grant Agreement for Runway 1/19 Reconstruction (Phase III) at Jackson Hole Airport, accepting $9,996,778 from FAA.
• Approved Notice of Award to Avail Valley Construction–ID, LLC for Alta Area County Road Resurfacing, not-to-exceed $1,051,782.
• Approved contract with Inberg Miller for Construction Phase Services for 2021 Pavement Maintenance Projects, not-to-exceed $73,340.
• Approved Cooperative Agreement with WYDOT for Mosquito Creek Bridge.
• Approved 30-day extension to Human Resources Consulting Service Contract.
• Approved contract with Abacus Law for case management system for County and Prosecuting Attorney's Office.
• Approved Lower Valley Energy Workforce Housing Restriction with amendment changing vacancy period to 60-365 days.
• Denied variance VAR2021-0002 for minimum lot size of Home Business Winery (0-5 vote); continued CUP2021-0001 to a date uncertain.

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners is holding a routine voucher meeting to approve county payments, administrative items, and outgoing correspondence. The agenda includes liquor permits, tax corrections, and human service contracts, with no major policy decisions listed.

• Consideration of payment of county vouchers
• 24-hour liquor permits for Hotel Terra events (Coldwell Banker programs, NCM reception, Mussafer wedding)
• SLIB drawdowns and tax corrections
• Human service/community development contracts for service
• Special events permits for LOTOJA bicycle race (Sept 11, 1500 attendees) and Hoback Volunteer Firefighter Fundraiser (Aug 14, 800 attendees)

The Board approved the July 19, 2021 county voucher run totaling $1,569,913.92, and approved four 24-hour catering permits for Hotel Terra events. They also approved a letter of appreciation to Brian Modena and directed staff to proceed as discussed in executive session, with a 3-2 vote.

• Approved the July 19, 2021 county voucher run in the amount of $1,569,913.92.
• Approved 24-hour catering permits for Hotel Terra events (Coldwell Banker programs, NCM Reception, Mussafer Wedding Rehearsal Dinner).
• Approved a letter of appreciation to Brian Modena of Travel and Tourism.
• Directed staff to proceed as discussed in executive session (3-2 vote, Barron and Epstein opposed).

Library

The Teton County Library Board will hold its regular meeting, including electing officers for one-year terms, approving the June 2021 minutes and financial documents, and discussing the budget. The board will also consider a sole-source contract for board development consulting, approve a 3-year prepaid firewall/network subscription, and rescind temporary COVID-19 restrictions.

• Election of officers: Chair, Vice-Chair, Secretary, Treasurer
• Approval of June 2021 financial narrative and documents
• Budget discussion on unbudgeted expenses, forecast, and accounting
• Sole-source proposal by Maureen Sullivan for board development consulting (amount not specified)
• Approval of 3-year prepaid CompuNet firewall/network subscription for $5,792.60

The Teton County Library Board elected Peter Stalker as chair for a one-year term, with Nina Lenz as vice chair, Dail Barbour as secretary, and Shawn Klomparens as treasurer. The board rescinded the temporary unaccompanied minor age limit from 13 to 8, effective Aug. 2, 2021. It also approved a $5,792.60 prepaid 3-year firewall subscription and a $6,000 contract for board development consulting with Maureen Sullivan.

• Elected Peter Stalker as board chair for a 1-year term by a 3-2 vote
• Elected Nina Lenz as vice chair, Dail Barbour as secretary, and Shawn Klomparens as treasurer by unanimous consent
• Approved the June 2021 Financial Narrative and documents
• Rescinded the temporary unaccompanied minor age limit from 13 to 8, effective Aug. 2, 2021
• Approved the proposal for Maureen Sullivan's board development consulting services at $400/hour, not to exceed $6,000
• Approved the 3-year prepaid firewall/network subscription for $5,792.60
• Approved the payment of library vouchers
• Approved the meeting agenda and minutes

Planning Commission

The Teton County Planning Commission will consider amendments to the Land Development Regulations to update wildlife-friendly fencing standards, including when fencing is required, construction methods, and exemptions. They will also review a conditional use permit for a home business in Wilson. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and public comment.

• Proposed amendments to LDRs for wildlife friendly fencing (AMD2021-0003)
• Conditional Use Permit for Shadow Mountain Lighting home business at 6125 Burcher Road (CUP2021-0002)
• Approval of June 28, 2021 minutes
• Public comment period

The Teton County Planning Commission voted 4-0 to continue the proposed amendment to the Land Development Regulations updating wildlife-friendly fencing standards to its August 9, 2021 meeting. The commission discussed reducing maximum fence height to 40 inches, raising the lower rail to 18 inches, and changing the repair exemption from 50% to 10%, but did not reach a final decision. The commission also approved a conditional use permit for a home business, Shadow Mountain Lighting, at 6125 Burcher Road with a 4-0 vote.

• Tabled LDR amendment on wildlife-friendly fencing to August 9, 2021 (4-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for Shadow Mountain Lighting home business at 6125 Burcher Road (4-0)
• Approved minutes from June 28, 2021 meeting (4-0)
• Adopted agenda with altered hearing order (4-0)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners is meeting to consider routine administrative items, including payment of county vouchers, liquor permits, tax corrections, and contracts for services. They will also discuss the Brown Property update and employee engagement. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions.

• Consideration of Payment of County Vouchers
• 24-Hour Liquor Permits
• SLIB Drawdowns
• Human Service/Community Development Contracts for Service
• Special Events Permits: LOTOJA bicycle race (Sept 11, 2021, 1500 attendees) and Hoback Volunteer Firefighter Fundraiser (Aug 14, 2021, 800 attendees)

The Board approved the July 12, 2021 county voucher run totaling $2,079,206.18, and approved letters of appreciation to outgoing Library Board Chair Mark Hendrickson and Board of Health member Anne Lurie. The board also adopted the agenda with an added executive session on real estate, and discussed recycling bin misuse, with Commissioner Epstein to report updates. No public comment was made, and no action was taken on pending special event permits.

• Approved the July 12, 2021 county voucher run in the amount of $2,079,206.18.
• Approved letters of appreciation to outgoing Library Board Chair Mark Hendrickson and Board of Health member Anne Lurie.
• Adopted the agenda with the addition of an executive session regarding real estate.
• Entered executive session under Wyoming Statute §16-4-405(a)(vii) to discuss real estate, then exited without reported action.
• Discussed recycling center concerns regarding bins used as waste bins; Commissioner Epstein to bring updates.
• No action taken on pending special event permits (LOTOJA bicycle race and Hoback Volunteer Firefighter Fundraiser).

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of County Commissioners and Town Council meet jointly to discuss housing program updates, consider annual rule changes, and review a travel and tourism amendment to a joint powers agreement. The meeting also includes interviews for the Energy Conservation Works volunteer board and a scheduled executive session.

• Update on the Housing Preservation Program
• Annual update to Housing Program Rules & Regulations
• Travel and Tourism Amendment to JPA
• Energy Conservation Works (ECW) volunteer board interviews
• Executive session under WY Statute §16-4-405(a)(ii)

The joint meeting approved changes to the Housing Preservation Program, exempting current homeowners from workforce program qualification requirements while they own and occupy their homes, and increasing the maximum payment for deed restrictions to 20% of appraised value or sales price, capped at $200,000. The board also directed staff to update the Housing Rules and Regulations and release them for a 45-day comment period. An amendment to allow the Travel and Tourism Joint Powers Board to hire employees failed unanimously for the county and 2-2 for the town.

• Approved changes to the Housing Preservation Program (all in favor, both county and town)
• Directed staff to update Housing Rules and Regulations and release for 45-day comment period (all in favor, both county and town)
• Denied Amendment #1 to the Travel and Tourism Joint Powers Board agreement (county: 0 in favor; town: 2-2)
• Appointed Jim Speyer and Laura Bonich to terms expiring June 30, 2024, and Jim Obrien to a term expiring June 30, 2023 (all in favor, both county and town)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes from June 7 and June 22, 2021 meetings (all in favor, both county and town)
• Directed staff to continue negotiations on a real estate purchase offer (town only, all in favor)

Fair Board

The Teton County Fair Board is meeting to handle routine business and discuss multiple operational items for the upcoming fair, including parking, food trucks, ticketing, and cash handling. The board will also review the FY22/2021 fair budget and receive committee updates on events like the Big Top Tent and Figure 8s.

• Grassy Arena closure on 7/14
• Agreements for Stagecoach Band and Pixie & the Partygrass Boys
• Fair parking for 4-H Livestock Sale and Fair Rodeo
• Cash handling policies, including Venmo for night events
• FY22/2021 Fair Budget Review

The Teton County Fair Board unanimously approved the July 12th agenda and the June 14th meeting minutes. No new business was brought forward, and no public comment was made. The board discussed several fair-related items, including the closure of the grassy arena, band agreements, parking, ticketing, and cash handling, but no formal votes were taken on these discussion items.

• Approved the July 12th agenda as written.
• Approved the June 14th meeting minutes as written.
• Discussed the grassy arena closure, with staff fencing it off on 7/14/21 and sending a press release.
• Discussed signing the Stagecoach Band Agreement, with staff building a stage instead of renting.
• Discussed signing the Pixie & the Partygrass Boys Band Agreement, including providing food vouchers.
• Discussed fair parking, recommending buyers park in the East lot and no spectator parking on fairgrounds for the rodeo.
• Discussed fair ticketing, noting ticket sales and the need for ticket takers for team branding and rodeo.
• Decided against a cash machine or Venmo cash stand, opting to hang signs at entrances instead.

4 Jackson Hole / Lodging Tax

The Jackson Hole Travel & Tourism Joint Powers Board is holding its regular July meeting to approve minutes and vouchers, hear funding requests from two local organizations, and discuss a destination management plan RFP. The board will also consider slates for officers and committees.

• Approval of June 10, 2021 regular meeting minutes
• Vouchers for review and approval
• Destination management plan RFP update
• Wildly Creative funding request from Dancer's Workshop (Erin Roy)
• Natural Selection funding request (Carter Westfall)

The Jackson Hole Travel and Tourism Joint Powers Board approved three FY'22 agreements with the Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce, including increased funding for events, visitor services, and destination sales. The board also approved a $15,000 summer visitor research project and continued the Central Reservation contract, with one member voting against. Minutes from May 13 and vouchers were approved unanimously.

• Approved May 13, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved vouchers 2929-2937 for $298,395.84 (unanimous)
• Approved FY'22 events agreement with Chamber (6-0)
• Approved FY'22 visitor services agreement with Chamber (6-0)
• Approved FY'22 destination sales agreement with Chamber (6-0)
• Approved $15,000 summer visitor research project (5-0)
• Approved Central Reservation contract continuation (4-1, Dombroski opposed)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Teton County/Jackson Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will discuss the Wayne C. May Park master plan, including a purchase and sales agreement and warranty deed, and review designs for Spring Gulch property. They will also plan public engagement for multiple projects and consider a letter on an indoor tennis facility. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes and a director's report.

• Wayne C. May Park master plan discussion with purchase and sales agreement and warranty deed
• Spring Gulch property design discussion
• Public engagement/open house schedule for Recreation Center Expansion, Wayne C. May Park, Powderhorn Park CUP, Miller Park CUP, Wilson Boat Ramp, Spring Gulch Road Park, and accessibility
• Action on Indoor Tennis Facility letter from board
• Special board meeting July 29 for Recreation Center Expansion schematic design review

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners is meeting to consider a long list of administrative items, including a new liquor license, multiple contracts for prevention services, building projects, and fire restrictions. They will also review a plat amendment for a property on Altamont Road and hold an executive session on real estate.

• New liquor license application for Leeks Marina Beverage, LLC
• Transfer of malt beverage permit from Targhee Golf, LLC to Cedarcrest, LLC
• Contracts for suicide prevention, tobacco prevention, and alcohol education services
• Contract with Motorola Solutions for radio support services
• Resolution for additional land for a new fire station in Teton Village

The Board approved a $1,344,054 contract with Frontrange Fire Apparatus for three custom-built engines and a $365,000 contract with Boise Mobile Equipment for one demo engine. They also approved a resolution implementing partial fire closure for unincorporated areas, prohibiting open fires. Additionally, the Board approved a consent agenda covering 30 items, including contracts for prevention services, retrocommissioning, and the Hoback Junction road realignment.

• Approved $390,045.02 in county vouchers and $450,593.05 interfund transfer
• Approved consent agenda with 30 items, including liquor license, contracts, and change orders
• Approved contract with Frontrange Fire Apparatus for 3 custom engines ($1,344,054) and Boise Mobile Equipment for 1 demo engine ($365,000)
• Approved resolution implementing partial fire closure for unincorporated Teton County
• Approved contract with Teton County, Idaho Fire Protection District for Alta Fire/EMS service
• Indefinitely postponed resolution for additional land for new fire station in Teton Village
• Continued case management software contract to July 20, 2021 meeting
• Approved plat amendment SD2021-0002 to vacate and re-plat building envelope on Lot 23, Altamont Subdivision

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of County Commissioners and Town Council are meeting jointly, with the main action being an executive session to consider appointing a board member as a public officer to a volunteer board. The agenda is otherwise procedural, covering roll call and adjournment, with no other substantive items listed.

• Executive session under WY Statute §16-4-405(a)(ii) to consider appointments to volunteer boards
• Potential appointment of a board member as a public officer
• Joint meeting of Town Council and County Commission via Zoom, streamed on Swagit

The Jackson Town Council and Teton County Commission held a joint information meeting on July 6, 2021, and both bodies unanimously approved the appointment of Erik Dombroski to the Travel and Tourism Board for a three-year term expiring June 30, 2024. The meeting included an executive session for both bodies, and one board position remains unfilled.

• Approved appointment of Erik Dombroski to the Travel and Tourism Board for a three-year term expiring June 30, 2024 (County and Town).
• Entered executive session (County and Town).
• Exited executive session (County and Town).
• Adjourned the meeting (County and Town).

4 Jackson Hole / Lodging Tax

The Jackson Hole Travel & Tourism Joint Powers Board is holding a special meeting on July 1, 2021. The agenda includes public comment and a motion to enter executive session for executive direction, which is an action item. The meeting is largely procedural, with no substantive policy or financial decisions listed.

• Motion to go into Executive Session for Executive Direction (action item)
• Public comment period (item #3)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to adopt the Fiscal Year 2022 budget and to consider amendments to the FY2021 budget, including a CARES Act amendment. These are the only substantive items on the agenda, and no other business is listed.

• FY2022 Budget Adoption
• FY2021 End of Year Budget Amendment
• FY2021 CARES Act Budget Amendment

The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved the FY2022 budget resolution, the FY2021 end-of-year budget amendment, and the FY2021 CARES Act budget amendment. All three items were presented by County Clerk Maureen Murphy and passed with all commissioners in favor.

• Approved the FY2022 Budget Resolution unanimously.
• Adopted the FY2021 end-of-year budget amendment unanimously.
• Adopted the FY2021 CARES Act budget amendment unanimously.

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners is meeting to hold a budget hearing, approve county voucher payments, and consider administrative items including liquor permits, tax corrections, and service contracts. The agenda also includes discussion items and commissioner updates, with no major policy decisions listed.

• Budget hearing at 9:30 a.m.
• Consideration of payment of county vouchers
• 24-hour liquor permits for JH Land Trust events
• SLIB drawdown for Town of Jackson
• Inmate food service agreement

The board approved the June 28, 2021 county voucher run totaling $771,226.73, a WIC agreement with the State of Wyoming for FY22, a lease extension for the mail machine, and a 2021-2024 inmate food service agreement with Summit Food Service. They also approved two 24-hour catering permits for Jackson Hole Land Trust events, SLIB drawdown requests for START Bus and Town of Jackson, and Amendment One to the Wyoming Department of Family Services contract. All votes were unanimous with three commissioners present.

• Approved $771,226.73 county voucher run (3-0)
• Approved WIC agreement with State of Wyoming for FY22 (3-0)
• Approved Quadient lease extension for mail machine (3-0)
• Approved 2021-2024 inmate food service agreement with Summit Food Service (3-0)
• Approved two 24-hour catering permits for Jackson Hole Land Trust events (3-0)
• Approved SLIB drawdown requests for START Bus and Town of Jackson (3-0)
• Approved Amendment One to Wyoming Department of Family Services contract (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Teton County Planning Commission will hold a public meeting to consider two applications from Ian McGregor for a property at 1910 South Park Ranch Road South Fork. The first is a variance request to reduce the minimum lot size for a home business winery, and the second is a conditional use permit for a cidery, which is treated as a home business winery under county regulations. The commission will also approve minutes from the April 26 meeting and adopt the agenda.

• Variance request (VAR2021-0002) to vary minimum lot size for a Home Business Winery under LDR Section 6.1.11.E.3.j.iii
• Conditional Use Permit (CUP2021-0001) for a Cidery (Home Business Winery) under LDR Section 8.4.2
• Property location: 1910 South Park Ranch Road South Fork, zoned Rural 3 (R-3), no zoning overlays
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda

The Teton County Planning Commission denied a variance (VAR2021-0002) to reduce the minimum lot size for a home business winery/cidery at 1910 South Park Ranch Road, with a 0-4 vote. The commission then approved a conditional use permit (CUP2021-0001) for the same property, subject to conditions including obtaining the variance and limiting daily vehicle trips, with a 3-1 vote (Sue Lurie opposed).

• Denied variance VAR2021-0002 to reduce minimum lot size from 15 to 2.54 acres for a home business winery/cidery (0-4 vote).
• Approved conditional use permit CUP2021-0001 for a home business winery/cidery, subject to conditions (3-1 vote, Sue Lurie opposed).
• Condition: Applicant must obtain approval of variance VAR2021-0002.
• Condition: Daily vehicle trips shall not exceed twice the estimated average residential daily trips as described in the Street and Road Standards in the Land Development Regulations.
• Approved minutes of the April 26, 2021 meeting with a correction noting Devon Viehman was not in attendance (4-0 vote).
• Adopted the agenda for the June 28, 2021 meeting (4-0 vote).

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Town Council and County Commission are holding a special joint meeting to interview candidates for the Travel and Tourism Board and Energy Conservation Works. The meeting also includes an executive session to consider appointments to volunteer boards as public officers. No decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Interviews for Travel and Tourism Board applicants
• Interviews for Energy Conservation Works applicants
• Executive session under WY Statute §16-4-405(a)(ii) for board appointments

The Jackson Town Council and Teton County Commission held a joint information meeting to interview applicants for the Travel and Tourism Board and Energy Conservation Works Board. After two executive sessions to consider appointments, no appointments were made. The meeting adjourned without any formal decisions beyond entering and exiting executive sessions.

• Entered executive session to consider volunteer board appointments (County and Town motions carried).
• Exited executive session without making any appointments.
• Adjourned the meeting.

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to continue discussion from June 21, 2021, on outgoing commissioner correspondence. The sole agenda item is a letter to the Wyoming Department of Transportation regarding the county's service as direct grant recipient for a BUILD grant. No other business or public hearings are listed.

• Letter to WYDOT on BUILD grant direct recipient role
• Continuation of outgoing commissioner correspondence from 6-21-21

The Board of County Commissioners approved sending a letter to the Wyoming Department of Transportation regarding service as Direct Grant Recipient for the BUILD Grant, with edits made during the meeting. The motion passed unanimously. The meeting was brief and adjourned shortly after.

• Approved sending the edited letter to WYDOT regarding BUILD Grant direct grant recipient service
• Adjourned the special meeting

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners will consider routine administrative items, including liquor permits, tax corrections, and contracts for services. They will also discuss awarding a BUILD Grant consultant contract and a design contract for Spring Gulch Road improvements, as well as an employee rental lease. The meeting includes public comment and volunteer board interviews.

• Contract award for BUILD Grant Consultant
• Contract for design for Spring Gulch Road Improvements
• Employee rental lease at 1230 W. Fresno Drive
• 24-hour liquor permits for multiple events
• Special events permits for Wilson Chicken Fry (3000 attendees) and others

The Board approved the June 21, 2021 county voucher run of $828,425.09 and a separate $3,230.24 run for the State vs. Tarpey trial. It also approved a Master Agreement and four Task Work Order Agreements with Jorgensen Associates, Inc. for BUILD Grant administration and design, plus a contingent partner letter of agreement. Several 24-hour liquor permits, a Spring Gulch Road design contract, and an employee housing lease were also approved. The Board postponed a letter to WYDOT to a special meeting on June 22.

• Approved county vouchers totaling $828,425.09 and $3,230.24 for the State vs. Tarpey trial
• Approved Master Agreement and four FY2022 Task Work Orders with Jorgensen Associates for BUILD Grant work
• Approved BUILD Grant Partner Letter of Agreement, contingent on Town of Jackson approval
• Approved 24-hour catering permits for Bar-SIP-Bar LLC (7 events) and Teton Mountain Lodge
• Approved $114,250 contract with Inberg-Miller Engineers for Spring Gulch Road design
• Approved employee housing lease at 1230 W. Fresno Drive for Kip Roberson
• Appointed Heidi Jost and Aida Farag to Board of Health; Erin Gibbs, Sherry Smith, Rose Caiazzo to Historic Preservation; Sean Klomparens to Library Board
• Continued WYDOT letter discussion to special meeting June 22, 2021

Teton District Board of Health

The Teton District Board of Health is holding a special meeting to address the health department's fees. The board will conduct a public hearing and vote on the FY 21-22 Health Department Fee Schedule.

• Public hearing for the FY 21-22 Health Department Fee Schedule
• Vote on the FY 21-22 Health Department Fee Schedule

The Teton District Board of Health met on June 18, 2021, and approved the fee schedule for the 2021-2022 fiscal year, including changes to Environmental Health fees due to state changes. The board also accepted the minutes from the March 23, 2021 meeting and adopted the agenda. No public comment was received. The meeting adjourned shortly after the fee schedule vote.

• Approved 2021-2022 fee schedule including Environmental Health changes (unanimous)
• Accepted minutes from 3/23/2021 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda for 06/18/2021 (unanimous)

Library

The Teton County Library Board will consider offering the library director position to Kip Roberson, approve related onboarding and contract extensions, and adopt the FY22 budget. They will also vote on a FY21 budget amendment and allocate funds to capital repairs reserves for the Main and Alta libraries.

• Consideration of formal offer of employment for Kip Roberson as library director
• Adoption of FY22 budget
• FY21 budget amendment
• Allocation of $138,200 to Main Library capital repairs reserve and $11,335 to Alta Library capital repairs reserve
• Approval of May 2021 minutes and consent agenda

The Teton County Library Board adopted the FY22 budget and approved a FY21 budget amendment to fund capital repairs. It allocated $138,200 to the Main Library and $11,335 to the Alta Library capital reserves. The board also extended the interim director's contract and the outgoing director's contract to support the new director's transition.

• Adopted the FY22 budget as presented
• Approved the FY21 budget amendment to fund the Capital Repairs Reserve
• Allocated $138,200 to the Main Library Capital Repairs Reserve and $11,335 to the Alta Library Capital Repairs Reserve
• Extended Maureen Sullivan's contract through July 15, 2021, with an amendment adding the board as a point of contact
• Adopted addendum #2 to the Interim Director contract for Deb Adams
• Approved the consent agenda, including a process to clear outstanding checks
• Approved the payment of library vouchers
• Approved the meeting minutes

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to consider a range of administrative and planning items, including contracts for courthouse construction, COVID-19 response, recycling, and road maintenance, as well as a boundary adjustment permit. The agenda includes several items continued from previous meetings, such as a hold harmless agreement and a permit application. Public comment is limited to 3 minutes for items not on the agenda.

• Consideration of CMAR Contract for Courthouse
• Consideration of Contract Award for 2021 Teton County Chip Seal Project
• Consideration of Contract Award for 2021 Teton County Road Dust Control Project
• Consideration of an Ultra-Low Temperature Vaccine Freezer for COVID-19 Response
• Permit BDJ2021-0001: Boundary adjustment for Lots 56 & 57 at 5555 & 5575 W Cutthroat Trout Road

The board approved a consent agenda including contracts for road projects, recycling, and COVID-19 response, plus a $708,470 chip seal contract with Evans Construction. It also approved a $625,090 construction manager at risk contract with Hogan Construction for courthouse upgrades, and a $30,000 EMP funding request for energy improvements. A boundary adjustment for Crescent H Guest Ranch lots was approved, and a $91,974.93 change order for Fire Station 1 low voltage wiring was authorized.

• Approved 2021 chip seal project with Evans Construction for $708,470 (unanimous)
• Approved courthouse CMAR contract with Hogan Construction for $45,280 preconstruction and $579,810 construction (unanimous)
• Approved $30,000 EMP funding for courthouse CMAR energy improvements (unanimous)
• Approved boundary adjustment BDJ2021-0001 for Crescent H Guest Ranch lots (unanimous)
• Approved Fire Station 1 change order #27 for $91,974.93 (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Jackson Curbside Recycling for post office recycling at $46,844 (unanimous)
• Approved $30,000 Brinson Foundation grant for solid waste and recycling (unanimous)
• Approved $6,790 purchase of ultra-low temperature vaccine freezer (unanimous)

Fair Board

The Teton County Fair Board will consider action items including trash removal contract bids, a food truck agreement for Fair Night, and a recognition policy. They will also discuss allocating additional sponsorship dollars and receive updates on the 2021 fair committees and budgets.

• Review Trash Removal Contract Bids & Recommend BCC Approval
• Fair Night Event Food Truck Agreement
• Recognition Policy Review & Adopt
• Allocation of Additional Sponsorship Dollars
• FY21/2020 and FY22/2021 Fair Budget Review & Updates

The Teton County Fair Board approved allocating $27,000 in additional sponsorship money to various fair events, including $14,000 to the Big Top Tent and $5,000 to Figure 8s counters. They also approved all 24 vendor applications for the 2021 fair, despite a prior limit of 20. The board recommended West Bank Sanitation for trash removal and approved a food truck agreement with La Fiera Tacos, with one dissenting vote.

• Approved West Bank Sanitation's bid for Fair Trash Removal, recommending BCC approval.
• Approved La Fiera Tacos' Fair Night Event Food Truck Agreement for the 2021 Fair (6-1).
• Adopted the 2021 Teton County Fair Board Recognition Policy with an amendment reducing Title & Premier Sponsor parking passes by one each.
• Approved allocation of additional sponsorship funds: $2,000 to Royalty, $14,000 to Big Top Tent, $5,000 to Figure 8s counters, $2,000 to Team Branding, $3,000 to Fair Rodeo, $1,000 to Team Sorting.
• Approved allowing all 24 fair vendors, with a note that future years with a stage can only accommodate 20.
• Approved the June 14th agenda with amendments to move sponsorship allocation and vendor review to action items.
• Approved the May 17th meeting minutes as written.

Planning Commission

The Teton County Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on June 14, 2021, primarily to address two postponed items: a variance request and a conditional use permit for a cidery (treated as a home business winery) at 1910 South Park Ranch Road South Fork. Both items have been postponed to the June 28 meeting, so no final decisions are expected at this session. The agenda also includes routine items like approval of minutes and public comment.

• Variance request (VAR2021-0002) to vary minimum lot size for a Home Business Winery, postponed to 6/28/21
• Conditional use permit (CUP2021-0001) for a cidery, postponed to 6/28/21
• Location: 1910 South Park Ranch Road South Fork, zoned Rural 3 (R-3)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The board approved the June 14, 2021 county voucher run totaling $1,430,358.72, along with six 24-hour liquor permits for events including the Wilson Volunteer Fire Department Chicken Fry and several Hotel Terra functions. A tax correction for Missabe Land Company LLC was approved in the amount of $2,774.44. The board also entered executive session to discuss real estate matters, then adjourned.

• Approved the June 14, 2021 county voucher run in the amount of $1,430,358.72.
• Approved a 24-hour malt beverage picnic permit for the Wilson Volunteer Fire Department Chicken Fry on July 18, 2021 at Stilson Parking Lot.
• Approved a 24-hour catering permit for the Jackson Hole Land Trust Summer Solstice Celebration on June 18, 2021 at R Park.
• Approved a 24-hour catering permit for Hotel Terra's Pinch a Penny Incentive Event on June 22, 2021 at The Village Commons.
• Approved a 24-hour malt beverage picnic permit for Hotel Terra's Pinch a Penny Program Reception on June 20, 2021 at Jackson Hole Winery.
• Approved a 24-hour catering permit for Hotel Terra's Search National Welcome Dinner on June 28, 2021 at The Village Commons.
• Approved a 24-hour catering permit for Hotel Terra's Search National Dinner on June 29, 2021 at Diamond Cross Ranch.
• Approved a tax roll correction for Missabe Land Company LLC in the amount of $2,774.44.

4 Jackson Hole / Lodging Tax

The Jackson Hole Travel & Tourism Joint Powers Board held a regular meeting to approve the May 13, 2021 minutes and review vouchers. The board took action on several contracts, including FY22 agreements with the Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce for Destination Global Sales, Visitor Services, and Event Liaison roles. Additionally, the board voted on the continuation of the Central Reservation contract and reviewed a destination management plan RFP.

• Approval of May 13, 2021 regular meeting minutes
• Review and approval of vouchers
• FY22 agreements with JH Chamber of Commerce for Destination Global Sales, Visitor Services, and Event Liaison
• Visitor services summer research
• Central Reservation contract continuation

The Jackson Hole Travel and Tourism Joint Powers Board approved a revised budget adding $150,000 to large events, increasing total spend to $6,610,528 with an expenditure over revenue of $1,786,016 and anticipated final reserves of $2,357,393. They also approved and released an RFP for an Executive Director as a contract employee, with a 6-1 vote, and extended the Colle McVoy contract for one year. Additionally, they approved funding for the Nordic Alliance ($52,000) and Friends of Bridger Teton National Forest ($3,500), and approved fall 2021/winter 2022 special events totaling $158,850.

• Approved revised budget with $150K additional for large events, total spend $6,610,528
• Approved and released Executive Director RFP as contract employee, 6-1 vote
• Approved Colle McVoy contract extension to May 31, 2022, 7-0 vote
• Approved $52,000 for Nordic Alliance FY'22 funding
• Approved $3,500 for Friends of Bridger Teton National Forest symposium
• Approved $158,850 for fall 2021/winter 2022 special events
• Approved vouchers 2918-2928 for $281,313.37
• Approved April 15, 2021 meeting minutes

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Teton County/Jackson Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will discuss a draft gifting/donation policy, proposals for off-leash dog areas at Miller and Powderhorn Parks, and a letter of support for an indoor tennis facility. The meeting includes citizen input from the Stingrays Swim Team and routine items like minutes approval.

• Gifting/Donation Policy and Procedure Draft discussion
• Miller Park Dog Off Leash Proposal
• Powderhorn Park Dog Off Leash Proposal
• Letter of Support for Indoor Tennis Facility
• Citizen input from Stingrays Swim Team

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of County Commissioners and Jackson Town Council will hold a joint information meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including the FY22 Comprehensive Plan Indicator Report, an amendment to the Jackson Hole Travel and Tourism Board agreement, a housing needs study contract, and a scope amendment for the Northern South Park Neighborhood Plan. The meeting is open to the public and will be streamed online.

• Consideration of FY22 Comprehensive Plan Indicator Report and Work Plan
• Consideration of Amendment #1 to the Jackson Hole Travel and Tourism Board Joint Powers Agreement Regarding Employees
• Consideration of Housing Nexus Study & regional Housing Needs Assessment Scope of Work and Contract Approval
• Consideration of Northern South Park Neighborhood Plan Scope of Work Amendment
• Approval of minutes from four prior joint meetings

The joint Town Council and County Commission meeting approved the FY22 Comprehensive Plan Implementation Work Plan with the addition of the Fairgrounds Neighborhood Plan, and approved a $299,760 contract with WSW Consulting for a Regional Housing Needs Assessment and Employee Generation by Land Use Study. The Travel and Tourism Budget was approved, and the item regarding employees for the Travel and Tourism Board was continued to a later date. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved FY22 Implementation Work Plan with Fairgrounds Neighborhood Plan added (County 3-2, Town unanimous)
• Approved $299,760 contract with WSW Consulting for housing studies (County 4-1, Town unanimous)
• Approved Travel and Tourism Budget (unanimous both bodies)
• Approved consent calendar including meeting minutes and Energy Conservation Works budget (unanimous both bodies)
• Continued Travel and Tourism Board employee amendment to July 12, 2021 (County) / date uncertain (Town)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners will hold a voucher meeting to approve payments, administrative items, and a memorandum of understanding with the Town of Jackson for using START buses as a mobile vaccine clinic. The agenda includes public comment, service awards, and discussion items, but most items are routine approvals.

• Consideration of MOU with Town of Jackson for Use of START Bus for Mobile Vaccine Clinic
• 24-Hour Liquor Permits for Jackson Hole Food & Wine - Savor and Hotel Terra weddings
• Special events permits for Concerts on the Commons, SAVOR, Raptor Safari, R Park Summer Solstice, JHHS Graduation Parade
• Human Service/Community Development Contracts for Service
• Payment of County Vouchers

The Board approved the June 7, 2021 voucher run totaling $716,490.97, along with several 24-hour liquor/catering permits for local events. They also approved an MOU with the Town of Jackson to use a START bus for a mobile vaccine clinic, after initially holding the item for more information. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely administrative.

• Approved $716,490.97 county voucher run (unanimous)
• Approved 24-hour malt beverage permit for Jackson Hole Food & Wine Savor event (unanimous)
• Approved 24-hour catering permit for Savor at Mead Ranch (unanimous)
• Approved 24-hour catering permits for Hotel Terra weddings (Angelo/Dean and Fisher/Previt) (unanimous)
• Approved MOU with Town of Jackson for START bus mobile vaccine clinic (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners will vote on routine items like vouchers and minutes, then consider a range of contracts and agreements, including a housing study, fair contracts, and fire station construction changes. A boundary adjustment is postponed to June 15, and the board will hold a budget discussion.

• Contract for WSW Consulting Housing Nexus Study & Regional Housing Needs Assessment (continued to June 7)
• Fire Station 1 Construction EMP Request and Change Order
• Fair contracts for cleaning, construction, electrical, parking, rodeo, and security
• Grant agreement with Wyoming Game and Fish for moose collaring funding
• Boundary adjustment for Lots 56 & 57 in Crescent H Guest Ranch (postponed to June 15)

The Teton County Board of Commissioners approved a $508,768.96 voucher run and an interfund transfer of $467,308.90, along with a consent agenda covering fair contracts, fire station change orders, and other items. They also approved a CAMA system MOU with the Wyoming Department of Revenue, a compensation study contract, and an employee engagement consulting agreement. The housing nexus study was continued to a later meeting, and the Rendezvous Land Conservancy hold harmless agreement was tabled.

• Approved June 1, 2021 county vouchers of $508,768.96 and interfund transfer of $467,308.90 (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including fair contracts, fire station change orders, and employee leases (4-0)
• Approved CAMA system MOU with Wyoming Department of Revenue (unanimous)
• Approved $17,500 compensation study contract with Public Sector Personnel Consultants (unanimous)
• Approved $12,400 employee engagement consulting agreement with Activate Human Capital Group (unanimous)
• Approved Teton Raptor Center annual review and revised Condition #6 (unanimous)
• Postponed boundary adjustment BDJ2021-0001 to June 15, 2021 hearing (unanimous)
• Continued housing nexus study to June 7, 2021 Joint Information Meeting (unanimous)

Library

The Teton County Library Board is holding a special meeting to discuss a personnel matter related to the Director Search Committee in executive session, and to consider a temporary change to library hours. The meeting is being held via Zoom.

• Executive session for personnel matter: Director Search Committee
• Discussion of temporary hours change

The Teton County Library Board held a special meeting and approved a temporary suspension of Sunday public hours due to reduced staff, to be reviewed in two months. The board also held an executive session on a personnel matter and directed staff to take the action discussed, though the specific action was not disclosed in the minutes.

• Approved temporary suspension of Sunday public hours (unanimous)
• Directed staff to take action discussed in executive session (unanimous)

Teton District Board of Health

The Teton District Board of Health will meet to discuss the Town of Jackson Wastewater Facility and a prevention grant. The board will also receive the County Health Officer's annual report and updates on water quality and COVID-19.

• Town of Jackson Wastewater Facility report
• Prevention Grant update
• County Health Officer Annual Report
• Water Quality report
• COVID-19 update

The Teton District Board of Health met on May 25, 2021, and heard reports on the Town of Jackson wastewater facility, the Community Prevention Coalition, the County Health Officer's annual report, and COVID-19 vaccination efforts. No formal decisions were made; the board approved the previous meeting's minutes and adopted the agenda. The meeting adjourned with a note that a special meeting may be needed to consider the fee schedule before July 1.

• Approved minutes from the 3/23/2021 regular meeting with edits (motion by Peterson, second by Monaghan, unanimous)
• Adopted the agenda for 05/25/2021 (motion by Burke, second by Monaghan, unanimous)
• Heard update on Town of Jackson wastewater treatment plan and upcoming Wetland Expansion project
• Heard report on Community Prevention Coalition programs, including Drug Take Back Day on June 3, 2021
• Heard County Health Officer annual report, noting pandemic not over and need for continued vigilance
• Noted Jeff Greenbaum's request to resign as backup County Health Officer
• Heard water quality updates, including revision of Small Wastewater Management regulations with comment period through end of June
• Heard COVID-19 vaccination campaign 'Shots for Swags' aiming for 80% vaccination by July 26, 2021

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners held a special meeting to conduct interviews for the Tribal Trails Stakeholder Committee. The session included an executive session to consider appointments for volunteer boards.

• Interviews for the Tribal Trails Stakeholder Committee
• Executive session regarding appointments to volunteer boards

The Board of County Commissioners interviewed applicants and appointed Deb Wuersch (At-Large), Virginia Powell Symons (Neighbor), and Lindsay Kissel (Arts) to the Tribal Trails Stakeholder Committee in a 4-1 vote, with Commissioner Propst opposed. The board also held an executive session to consider volunteer board appointments and continued budget discussions for Fiscal Year 2021/2022. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Appointed Deb Wuersch to the Tribal Trails Stakeholder Committee At-Large position (4-1)
• Appointed Virginia Powell Symons to the Tribal Trails Neighbor position (4-1)
• Appointed Lindsay Kissel to the Arts position on the Tribal Trails Stakeholder Committee (4-1)
• Entered executive session to consider volunteer board appointments (unanimous)
• Exited executive session (unanimous)
• Continued budget discussions for Fiscal Year 2021/2022

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several administrative items including liquor permits, tax corrections, and service contracts. The meeting also includes discussions on COVID-19 response updates and e-bike safety.

• Consideration of TANF Budget Amendment
• Review of 24-Hour Liquor Permits
• Workforce Ownership Deed Restriction at 320 E. Sagebrush Drive Unit 2-B
• Information on Special Events Permits including Concerts on the Commons and SAVOR
• Update on Fire/EMS Station 1 Construction

The Teton County Board of Commissioners approved the May 24, 2021 county voucher run totaling $438,313.66, along with a workforce ownership deed restriction at 320 E. Sagebrush Drive Unit 2-B, a TANF budget amendment of $71,500, and a thank-you letter to Target for vaccine clinic facilities. The board also received updates from various departments and discussed e-bike safety and the FY 2021/2022 budget.

• Approved May 24, 2021 county voucher run of $438,313.66 (unanimous)
• Approved workforce ownership deed restriction at 320 E. Sagebrush Drive Unit 2-B (unanimous)
• Approved TANF/CPI grant budget amendment of $71,500 to Wyoming Department of Family Services (unanimous)
• Approved letter of appreciation to Target for vaccine clinic facility use (unanimous)
• Adopted meeting agenda as presented (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of County Commissioners and Town Council are holding a special joint information meeting to discuss the budget. The agenda includes presentations from Energy Conservation Works and the Travel & Tourism Board, followed by a joint budget discussion. This is a workshop, so no final decisions are expected.

• Budget workshop with Energy Conservation Works
• Budget workshop with Travel & Tourism Board
• Joint budget discussion between town and county

The Jackson Town Council and Teton County Commission held a joint information meeting to hear budget presentations for fiscal year 2021-2022 from Energy Conservation Works and the Travel and Tourism Board, and to discuss joint budget matters including Fire/EMS, Pathways, Parks & Recreation, Housing, and Professional Services. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational only, and both bodies adjourned with unanimous votes.

• Adjourned county meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned town meeting (unanimous)

Library

The Board will hold a public hearing regarding proposed changes to library circulation policies. The proposal includes removing overdue fines for several item types and updating Interlibrary Loan (ILL) fees.

• Proposed removal of overdue fines for print materials, audiobooks, DVDs, game consoles, in-demand items, and e-readers
• Proposed $5.00 fine for unpicked up ILL items and a 20-item monthly cap per patron
• Public hearing on proposed circulation policy changes
• Discussion regarding the revocation of an order requiring face masks
• Updates on the Library Director search

The Teton County Library Board approved changes to the Library's Circulation Policy, moving to a fine-free model. The board also extended Interim Director Deb Adams' contract through June 30, 2021. No action was taken on employee housing or board governance proposals, which remain under discussion.

• Approved changes to Library Circulation Policy, including fine-free model (unanimous)
• Extended Interim Director Deb Adams' contract through June 30, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including revocation of face mask order (unanimous)
• Approved payment of vouchers (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of previous meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners will consider several administrative items, including a new malt beverage permit, fee updates for waste facilities, and various contracts. They will also review planning matters, including a postponed boundary adjustment and requests to waive permit fees.

• New Malt Beverage Permit for Field Hould LLC dba Jackson Hole Indoor Sports
• Approval of Tip Fees for Trash Transfer, Recycling, and HHW Facilities
• Contract for Purchase and Installation of Food De-Packaging Equipment
• 2021 Teton Wilderness Drive Crushed Base Placement Contract
• FAA Grant for COVID Relief – Rental Assistance for Airport Concessionaires

The Teton County Board of Commissioners approved a contract with Ecoverse Industries for the purchase and installation of food waste de-packaging equipment at the Compost Facility, totaling $505,766.76 including contingency. The board also approved several consent agenda items, including contracts for road work, forklift rental, copier lease, COVID relief grants, and a housing study, as well as a new malt beverage permit and updated tip fees. A fee waiver for Teton Village parking improvements was approved 4-1, and a boundary adjustment was postponed to June 1.

• Approved $505,766.76 contract for food waste de-packager (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda: $33,200 road contract, $10,200 forklift rental, $8,774 copier lease, FAA grant, COVID tracing addendum, Fail Forward contract (unanimous)
• Approved new malt beverage permit for Field House LLC (unanimous)
• Approved updated Special Revenue Fund Balance Policy (unanimous)
• Approved FY2022 tip fees for trash, recycling, HHW (unanimous)
• Approved DEV2020-0005 Teton Pines development with conditions (unanimous)
• Postponed BDJ2021-0001 boundary adjustment to June 1 (unanimous)
• Approved $3,760 fee waiver for Teton Village PARCS (4-1, Newcomb opposed)

Fair Board

The Teton County Fair Board unanimously recommended approval of six 2021 fair contracts to the Board of County Commissioners, covering cleaning, construction, electrical, parking, security, and rodeo stock. The board also approved the 2022 TCF Royalty Rulebook with one abstention. No other formal decisions were made; remaining items were discussion or updates.

• Recommended TM Commercial Cleaning bid of $26,354.90 (unanimous)
• Recommended Todd Taylor construction bid of $62,245.00 (unanimous)
• Recommended TLC Electric bid of $16,250.00 (unanimous)
• Recommended Friends of Mounted Patrol parking bid of $8,850.00 (unanimous)
• Recommended JH Security bid of $17,560.00 (unanimous)
• Recommended R and R Rodeo stock contract of $22,000.00 (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 TCF Royalty Rulebook (unanimous, Deb abstained)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners is meeting to consider routine administrative items, including payment of county vouchers, liquor permits, and contracts. They will also discuss the budget and a BLM land transfer project. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions listed.

• Consideration of payment of county vouchers
• 24-hour liquor permit for Hotel Terra
• Special events permits for Teton Food Tour, Run and Ride for the Cure, Concerts on the Commons, SAVOR, and Raptor Safari
• Budget discussion at 10:00 AM
• BLM Land Transfer Project workshop at 9:30 AM

The Teton County Board of Commissioners approved the May 17, 2021 county voucher run totaling $921,205.12, and a 24-hour catering permit for Hotel Terra for the Crews/Korte Wedding on May 29, 2021. The board also discussed the Northern South Park planning, BLM land transfer, budget for FY 2021-2022, and a fire contract with Teton Valley, but took no formal action on these items.

• Approved May 17, 2021 county voucher run of $921,205.12 (unanimous)
• Approved 24-hour catering permit for Hotel Terra for Crews/Korte Wedding at 24340 Diamond Cross Road, Moran, WY on May 29, 2021 (unanimous)

4 Jackson Hole / Lodging Tax

The Jackson Hole Travel & Tourism Joint Powers Board will hold a regular meeting to approve the FY'22 budget, review vouchers, and consider several action items including an Executive Director RFP, a contract extension with Colle McVoy, and funding requests from the Nordic Alliance and Friends of BTNF. The board will also discuss a COVID-19 PSA and committee updates.

• FY'22 budget approval
• Executive Director RFP
• Colle McVoy contract extension
• Nordic Alliance funding request for FY'22
• Visitor PSA Covid messaging

The Jackson Hole Travel and Tourism Joint Powers Board voted 6-1 to deny a request from Jackson Hole Central Reservations to retroactively split the cost of the winter air incentive program, which totaled $368,000. The board approved $24,000 for two Rendezvous Events press trips, $66,200 for the Jackson Hole Wildlife Foundation's Being Wild program, and unanimously approved an amendment to the establishment agreement to allow hiring an executive director. The board also approved vouchers totaling $347,273.71 and the minutes from previous meetings.

• Approved vouchers 2900-2917 for $347,273.71 (unanimous)
• Approved March 11 and March 24 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Denied Jackson Hole Central Reservations' request to split air incentive costs retroactively (6-1, Madera in favor)
• Approved $24,000 for two Rendezvous Events press trips from FY'22 budget (6-1, Madera opposed)
• Approved $66,200 for Jackson Hole Wildlife Foundation's Being Wild program from FY'22 (6-1, Madera opposed)
• Approved amendment to establishment agreement to allow hiring executive director, to be submitted to Town Council and County Commissioners (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Teton County/Jackson Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will discuss a gifting/donation policy, public engagement, and a recreation center project update. The board will also receive a director's report covering the FY22 budget, staffing, and a barn quilt project. This is a discussion and information meeting, with no final decisions listed on the agenda.

• Gifting/Donation Policy discussion
• Recreation Center Project Update
• FY22 Budget Update
• Staffing Update including FTE analysis and request for additional personnel
• Upcoming items include Wilson Boat Ramp Design Review and Wayne May Park Master Plan

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners is meeting to handle routine administrative items, including approving county vouchers and various permits. They will also discuss the need for a new fire station with the Teton Village Fire District and a maintenance and operation agreement for the Hansen-Lucas Levee.

• Consideration of payment of county vouchers
• 24-hour liquor permits, SLIB drawdowns, tax corrections, human service/community development contracts
• Special events permits: Teton Food Tour (July 18, 350 attendees), Run and Ride for the Cure (Sept 19, 150), Concerts on the Commons (July-Aug, 1000), Spring Run Off 5K (May 8, 125)
• Discussion with Teton Village Fire District on need for new fire station
• Hansen-Lucas Levee maintenance and operation agreement discussion

The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved the May 10, 2021 county voucher run totaling $680,004.15. The board also discussed COVID-19 vaccination incentives and overflow parking at Game Creek, but took no action on these items. Workshops were held on a potential new Teton Village Fire District station and the Hansen-Lucas Levee maintenance agreement, with no decisions made.

• Approved May 10, 2021 county voucher run of $680,004.15 (unanimous)
• Adopted meeting agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Library

The Teton County Library Board is holding a special meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes a call to order followed by an executive session to discuss a personnel matter, as permitted by Wyoming law. Public comments may be taken before board discussion.

• Special meeting held via Zoom on May 7, 2021 at 4:00 p.m.
• Executive session for personnel matter under Wyoming Statute 16-4-405
• Public and staff comments may be taken prior to board discussion

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners will consider a resolution requiring face coverings in certain county buildings, approve several contracts for the recreation center renovation and climbing gym, and take up a development permit for the Teton Pines pool and tennis court renovation. The agenda also includes a postponed boundary adjustment and a budget discussion.

• Resolution requiring face coverings for certain county buildings
• Climbing gym consultant contract approval
• Recreation Center renovation/expansion owner's representative and construction manager at risk contracts
• Development permit for Teton Pines pool, activity barn, and tennis court renovation at 3450 Clubhouse Drive
• Boundary adjustment for Crescent H Guest Ranch lots (postponed to May 18)

The board approved several contracts for the Recreation Center Renovation and Expansion Project, including a $1,134,277 construction manager at risk contract with GE Johnson, a $382,139 owner's representative contract with Wember, Inc., and an $11,810 climbing gym consultant contract with Entre prises, Inc. They also approved a 45-day public notice period for updated septic system regulations, a $10,000 food access grant, a restroom custodial services contract extension, and a resolution requiring face coverings in certain county buildings. A development permit for the Teton Pines pool and activity barn renovation was approved with conditions, and a boundary adjustment was postponed to May 18.

• Approved $1,134,277 construction manager at risk contract with GE Johnson (unanimous)
• Approved $382,139 owner's representative contract with Wember, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $11,810 climbing gym consultant contract with Entre prises, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved 45-day public notice period for Small Wastewater Facility regulation updates (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 food access grant and MOU with National Recreation and Park Association (unanimous)
• Approved $81,839.02 restroom custodial services contract extension with White Glove Cleaning Services (unanimous)
• Approved resolution requiring face coverings in certain county buildings (unanimous)
• Approved DEV2020-0005 for Teton Pines pool and activity barn renovation with conditions (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Jackson Town Council and Teton County Commission are meeting jointly to discuss housing-related items, including awarding a consultant for a housing needs study, reviewing the annual housing supply plan, and considering the comprehensive plan indicator report. The agenda also includes routine consent items and public comment.

• Award for Housing Nexus Study & Regional Housing Needs Assessment Consultant
• Annual Housing Supply Plan & Housing Department Work Plan
• Comprehensive Plan Indicator Report and Work Plan
• Consent calendar includes April 12, 2021 meeting minutes and Airport Board budget review
• Upcoming agenda items: Housing Rules & Regulations Annual Update and Northern South Park Neighborhood Plan

The Jackson Town Council and Teton County Board of County Commissioners held a joint information meeting and unanimously approved several items. They approved the Airport Board Budget, a contract with WSW Consulting for a Housing Nexus Study and Regional Needs Assessment, and the Housing Department Work Plan and Housing Supply Plan for FY 22. The Comprehensive Plan Indicator Report and Work Plan was continued to the June 7th meeting.

• Approved April 12 special JIM and JIM minutes (5-0 both bodies)
• Approved Airport Board Budget (5-0 both bodies)
• Approved working with WSW Consulting for Housing Nexus Study and Regional Needs Assessment contract (5-0 both bodies)
• Approved Housing Department Work Plan and Housing Supply Plan for FY 22 (5-0 both bodies)
• Continued Comprehensive Plan Indicator Report and Work Plan to June 7th meeting (5-0 both bodies)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners is meeting virtually to handle routine administrative items, including payment of county vouchers, liquor permits, tax corrections, and contracts. They will also hold a budget workshop and receive updates from commissioners. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions listed.

• Consideration of payment of county vouchers
• 24-hour liquor permits
• Human service/community development contracts for service
• Special events permits: Teton Food Tour (July 18, 350 attendees), Run and Ride for the Cure (Sept 19, 150), Concerts on the Commons (July-Aug, 1000), Spring Run Off 5K (May 8, 125)
• Budget workshop from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

The Teton County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the May 3, 2021 county voucher run totaling $453,449.65 and an interfund transfer of $483,861.10. The board also adopted the meeting agenda as presented. No public comment was made, and no outgoing commissioner correspondence was considered. The meeting included a budget workshop with presentations from several health and human services and community development organizations.

• Adopted the meeting agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved May 3, 2021 county voucher run in the amount of $453,449.65 (unanimous)
• Approved interfund transfer in the amount of $483,861.10 (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting at 10:53 a.m. (4-0)

Library

The Teton County Library Board is holding a special meeting with a single substantive item: an executive session to discuss a personnel matter, authorized under Wyoming Statute 16-4-405. Public comment will be taken before board discussion where appropriate. The meeting is otherwise procedural, with no other decisions or discussions listed.

• Executive session on personnel matter under Wyoming Statute 16-4-405

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of County Commissioners and Town Council are holding a joint information meeting to review and discuss budgets for human service and community development agencies, followed by a presentation of the Jackson Hole Airport budget and a joint budget discussion. The meeting is virtual and open to the public.

• Budget review for agencies including TYFS, CSN, Climb WY, Children's Learning Center, CES, Curran Seeley
• Budget review for Cultivate, Teton Board of Realtors, JH Public Art, Yellowstone Clean Cities, Dancers Workshop
• Budget review for JH Counseling Center, One22, Immigrant Hope, Voices JH, Teton Literacy Program, Senior Center, Hole Food Rescue
• Budget review for TC Historic Preservation, Energy Conservation Works, JH Historical Society, JH Childrens Museum, JH Air
• Jackson Hole Airport budget presentation at 2:00 PM

The Jackson Town Council and Teton County Commission held a joint information meeting to review fiscal year 2022 budget requests from human service agencies and other organizations. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational only. The only action taken was adjournment, which passed 3-0 for the county and unanimously for the town.

• Adjourned county meeting (3-0)
• Adjourned town meeting (unanimous)

Library

The Teton County Library Board is holding a special meeting to discuss a personnel matter in a closed executive session, as permitted by Wyoming law. The meeting is open to the public only for the call to order before the board goes into the private session.

• Special meeting via Zoom
• Executive session for personnel matter
• Wyoming Statute 16-4-405 cited

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of County Commissioners and Town Council are holding a joint information meeting to review budget requests from various agencies. The workshop covers presentations from Pathways, Drug Court, Victim Services/Animal Shelter, Housing, Parks & Recreation, and Fire/EMS. No final decisions are being made; this is a review and discussion session.

• Joint budget review with Town Council
• Presentations from Pathways, Drug Court, Victim Services/Animal Shelter, Housing, Parks & Recreation, Fire/EMS
• Virtual meeting via Zoom and Swagit

The Jackson Town Council and Teton County Commission held a joint information meeting to review proposed fiscal year 2022 budgets for Pathways, START transit, dispatch/drug court, victim services/animal shelter, housing, parks and recreation, and fire/EMS. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational only. The meeting adjourned at 4:14 P.M.

• Adjourned county portion of meeting (all in favor)
• Adjourned town portion of meeting (all in favor)

Planning Commission

The Teton County Planning Commission will review the 2021 Annual Indicator Report and consider approving the Fiscal Year 2022 Implementation Work Plan. This is the only substantive item on the agenda; the rest is procedural (approval of minutes, agenda adoption, public comment).

• Review of 2021 Annual Indicator Report (MSC2021-0015)
• Approval of Fiscal Year 2022 Implementation Work Plan
• County-wide scope

The joint Teton County and Town of Jackson Planning Commissions reviewed the 2021 Annual Indicator Report and recommended approval of the Fiscal Year 2022 Implementation Work Plan. The work plan includes town, county, and joint projects such as housing, transportation, and wildlife initiatives. No public comment was received, and the meeting was procedural with no other substantive decisions.

• Approved April 12, 2021 minutes (3-0)
• Approved April 26, 2021 agenda (3-0)
• Recommended approval of FY22 Work Plan to Board of County Commissioners (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners is holding a budget workshop to review and discuss the upcoming fiscal year budget. The agenda includes departmental reviews for Information Technologies, Facilities, Sheriff/Jail/E911, Public Health, and a discussion on full-time equivalents (FTE) and capital projects. This is a working session, not a final decision-making meeting.

• Budget review for Information Technologies (10:00-10:30)
• Budget review for Facilities (10:30-12:00)
• Budget review for Sheriff/Jail/E911 (1:30-2:30)
• Budget review for Public Health/Health Officer (2:30-3:00)
• Discussion on full-time equivalents (FTE) and capital projects

The Teton County Board of Commissioners met in a special workshop to review and discuss the fiscal year 2022 budget, covering IT, facilities, sheriff, public health, staffing, and capital projects. No formal decisions or votes were taken during the meeting; it was a discussion-only session. The board adjourned at 5:04 p.m.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during FY22 budget workshop

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners is meeting to consider routine administrative items, including payment of county vouchers, 24-hour liquor permits, tax corrections, and human service contracts. They will also receive updates from various departments, including the health department's COVID-19 response and Fire/EMS Station 1 construction. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions listed.

• Payment of County Vouchers
• 24-Hour Liquor Permits
• Cancellation of Personal Property Tax Pursuant to Wyoming Statute §39-13-110
• Human Service/Community Development Contracts for Service
• Special events permits: Teton Food Tour (July 18, 2021, 350 attendees), Run and Ride for the Cure (Sept 19, 2021, 150 attendees), Concerts on the Commons (July-August, 1000 attendees)

The board approved the April 26, 2021 county voucher run totaling $440,532, and approved a cancellation of personal property taxes of $7,450.83 under Wyoming statute. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included informational updates from county departments.

• Approved April 26, 2021 county voucher run of $440,532 (unanimous)
• Approved cancellation of personal property taxes of $7,450.83 under W.S. 39-13-110 (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners is holding a budget workshop to review and discuss the upcoming fiscal year's budget. The workshop will cover departmental budgets for the Assessor, Clerk, Treasurer, Attorney, Coroner, Emergency Management, Public Works, and other county offices. No decisions are being made; this is a discussion and review session.

• Review of Assessor/Clerk/Treasurer budgets
• Review of Attorney/Coroner/Clerk of District Court budgets
• Review of Emergency Management budget
• Review of Public Works/ISWR/Pathways/Road & Levee/Road Fund budgets
• Review of Circuit Court, WIC, UW Extension, Weed & Pest budgets

The Teton County Board of Commissioners held a special budget meeting to review and discuss proposed fiscal year 2022 budgets for multiple county departments, including Assessor, Treasurer, Clerk, Attorney, Coroner, Emergency Management, Road & Levee, Public Works, Pathways, Weed & Pest, and others. No formal decisions or votes were taken during the workshop; the only action was a motion to adjourn, which passed unanimously.

• Adjourned special budget meeting (unanimous)

Alta Solid Waste District

The Alta Solid Waste Disposal District board met quarterly, approving the January minutes and the treasurer's report showing $57,771.19 in the bank as of April 4, 2021. They discussed several community issues, including speeding on Alta roads, a planned July 21 picnic, and an update on Silver Star fiber installation. No major policy decisions were made; most items were informational or assigned to board members for follow-up.

• Approved January minutes as written
• Approved treasurer's report (motion passed)
• Agreed to keep bank account with Bank of Jackson Hole
• Scheduled July 21, 2021 picnic with 4-H community
• Assigned Scott to discuss speed bumps with county engineer
• Assigned Janis to organize community meeting on speeding post-COVID
• Deferred communication plan to next meeting
• Noted Silver Star fiber construction to begin in 3-4 weeks

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to consider a resolution to ban helicopter tours in Grand Teton National Park, along with several consent agenda items including budget amendments, fee approvals, and contracts. The board will also hold public hearings on a river setback variance, a development permit for Teton Pines, a plat amendment, and a scenic easement amendment. One development permit has been postponed to May 4.

• Resolution to ban helicopter tours in Grand Teton National Park
• 9-Month Budget Amendment
• Approval of Bear Spray, Propane, Butane Canister Fees
• Use of FY2021 Road and Levee Contingency Funding for Levee Rock Purchase
• Variance for 150-ft river setback at 1675 E River Drive

The Board approved a resolution calling for a permanent ban on helicopter and air tours over Grand Teton National Park and surrounding public lands, with all commissioners in favor. They also approved a variance for a river setback at 1675 E River Drive, a plat amendment for the Altamont subdivision, and several consent agenda items including levee rock purchase and groundwater monitoring contract extension. A restaurant liquor license for Fireside Grill LLC was denied in a 3-2 vote.

• Approved resolution to ban helicopter tours over Grand Teton National Park (5-0)
• Approved variance for 150-ft river setback at 1675 E River Drive with conditions (5-0)
• Approved plat amendment for Altamont Subdivision Lot 25 (5-0)
• Approved $250,000 for levee rip-rap rock purchase from Oftedal Construction (consent)
• Approved Amendment #2 with Alder Environmental for groundwater monitoring, $33,759 (consent)
• Approved 9-month budget amendment for FY21 (5-0)
• Approved 2021 tip fees for bear spray, propane, butane canister disposal (5-0)
• Denied restaurant liquor license for Fireside Grill LLC (2-3)

Library

The Teton County Library Board is holding a special meeting via Zoom. The only substantive item is a proposed executive session to discuss a personnel matter, citing Wyoming Statute 16-4-405. No other business is listed.

• Executive session for personnel matter under Wyoming Statute 16-4-405

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners is holding a budget workshop to review and discuss the upcoming fiscal year budget. The agenda includes overviews from several departments, including Planning/Building, Human Resources, Library, General Services, Fair, and Commissioners/Administration. No formal decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion session.

• Budget overview
• Planning/Building department review
• Human Resources department review
• Library department review
• General Services and Fair department reviews

The Teton County Board of Commissioners met in a special budget workshop to review the fiscal year 2021-2022 budget. Presentations were given by county staff on revenue, planning/building, human resources, library, general services, fair, commissioners/administration, and clerk. No formal decisions or votes were taken on the budget; the meeting was procedural and adjourned without action.

• Adjourned special meeting (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners will hold a voucher meeting to consider routine administrative items, including liquor permits, tax corrections, and contracts. They will also discuss the Stilson master planning and hold a budget workshop covering various county departments.

• Consideration of payment of county vouchers
• 24-hour liquor permits
• SLIB drawdowns for Horsethief Canyon Landfill Closure
• Special events permits: Teton Food Tour (350 attendees), Run and Ride for the Cure (150), Concerts on the Commons (1000)
• Budget workshop with department overviews

The Board approved the April 19, 2021 county voucher run totaling $527,890.36 and a SLIB drawdown request for the Horsethief Canyon Landfill Closure. No changes were made to the 105 Mercill Avenue nonresidential space configuration. The Board also assigned Commissioners Epstein and Newcomb as BLM Committee liaisons and decided to ask Dr. Riddell for updates on the mask order at a future meeting.

• Approved April 19, 2021 county voucher run of $527,890.36 (4-0)
• Approved SLIB drawdown request for Horsethief Canyon Landfill Closure (4-0)
• No changes made to 105 Mercill Avenue nonresidential space configuration
• Assigned Commissioners Epstein and Newcomb as BLM Committee liaisons
• Decided to request Dr. Riddell provide mask order updates at a future meeting

4 Jackson Hole / Lodging Tax

The Jackson Hole Travel & Tourism Joint Powers Board will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, vouchers, and several action items, including cost-sharing for JH Central Reservations, funding for events by Rendezvous Events, Jackson Hole Wildlife Foundation, and Purple Orange, and continued discussion on the Destination Marketing and Management Organization (DMMO). Public comment is available.

• Approval of March 11 and March 24 meeting minutes
• Vouchers for review and approval
• JH Central Reservations cost splitting action item
• Rendezvous Events press events for September 2021 and January 2022
• Jackson Hole Wildlife Foundation 'Being Wild' FY'22 funding request

The Jackson Hole Travel and Tourism Joint Powers Board approved $18,000 for Riverwind Foundation's continued destination sustainability certification, $5,000 for the JH Airline Rendezvous event, and $193,573.80 in vouchers. They also directed staff to release a Destination Management Plan RFP with modifications. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved $193,573.80 in vouchers #2886-2899 (5-0)
• Approved $5,000 for JH Airline Rendezvous event from FY'22 budget (5-0)
• Approved $18,000 for Riverwind Foundation sustainability certification from FY'22 budget (5-0)
• Directed staff to release Destination Management Plan RFP with two date modifications (5-0)
• Approved February 11, 2021 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved February 21, 2021 board retreat minutes (unanimous)

Library

The Teton County Library Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving the agenda, minutes, and financial documents. A notable item is an executive session to discuss a personnel matter, as permitted by Wyoming law. The board will also consider a communications agreement for board members and hear reports from staff and liaisons.

• Executive session for personnel matter (Wyoming Statute 16-4-405)
• Approval of March 2021 financial narrative and documents
• Approval of minutes from March 18 and March 25 meetings
• Board Members Communications Agreement
• Payment of library vouchers

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners is holding a special virtual meeting to consider submitting a TANF Climb grant application. The agenda contains only this one substantive item, with no other business listed.

• Consideration of TANF Climb grant application submittal

The Board of County Commissioners approved submitting a TANF/CPI grant application to the Wyoming Department of Family Services for $84,300, covering the period October 1, 2021 through September 30, 2022. The grant will be shared among Climb WY, The Hirschfield Center, and the Children's Learning Center, with a $3,500 administrative fee for Teton County included. The motion passed unanimously 3-0.

• Approved submission of TANF/CPI grant application for $84,300 (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with several contract approvals and public hearings on land use items. The most significant items are proposed amendments to the Land Development Regulations to create a new Complete Neighborhood Character Zone and a related zoning map amendment for about 180 acres along Moose-Wilson Road. The board will also consider contracts for nurse practitioner services, road sweeping, and other services.

• Contract with Adair Flynt for Nurse Practitioner Services for Family Planning Clients
• Contract with Kim Mellick for Nurse Practitioner Services for Family Planning Clients
• 2021 Teton County Road & Parking Lot Sweeping Contract
• Amendment to create new Complete Neighborhood Character Zone (AMD2020-0004)
• Zoning map amendment for ~180 acres to Neighborhood Residential-1 (ZMA2020-0003)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of County Commissioners and Town Council are holding a special joint information meeting. The agenda consists solely of 7-minute updates from directors of local human service organizations, followed by adjournment. No decisions or proposals are listed.

• Updates from Teton Youth & Family Services, Senior Center, One22, Community Entry Services, Climb Wyoming, Cultivate Ability, Curran Seeley, Childrens Learning Center, Teton Literacy, and Hole Food Rescue

The Jackson Town Council and Teton County Board of County Commissioners met in a special joint information meeting on April 12, 2021. The meeting consisted solely of brief updates from directors of local human service organizations, including Teton Youth & Family Services, the Senior Center, One22, and others. No formal decisions were made; the only actions were motions to adjourn, which passed unanimously for both bodies.

• Adjourned the Town Council portion of the meeting (motion by Schechter, second by Chambers; 4-0 vote)
• Adjourned the County Commission portion of the meeting (motion by Barron, second by Epstein; 5-0 vote)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of County Commissioners and Jackson Town Council are holding a joint information meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including accepting a Federal Aviation Administration grant for the Jackson Hole Airport, a mortgage reassignment for the Center for the Arts, and an update on the Northern South Park area. The meeting also includes routine consent calendar items and public comment.

• Acceptance of FAA grant for Jackson Hole Airport
• Center for the Arts mortgage reassignment
• Northern South Park update
• Consent calendar: March 1, 2021 joint information meeting minutes

The Jackson Town Council and Teton County Board of County Commissioners held a joint information meeting and approved two items. They authorized the Jackson Hole Airport Board to accept a $3,239,894 FAA Coronavirus Relief Grant, and approved the Center for the Arts' mortgage reassignment from First Interstate Bank to First Republic Bank, not to exceed $910,000. Both actions passed unanimously (Town 4-0, County 5-0). No action was taken on the Northern South Park update, which was discussed only.

• Adopted Joint Resolution authorizing Jackson Hole Airport Board to accept FAA ACRGP Grant No. 3-56-0014-065-2021 for $3,239,894 (Town 4-0, County 5-0)
• Approved Center for the Arts mortgage reassignment from First Interstate Bank to First Republic Bank, not to exceed $910,000 (Town 4-0, County 5-0)
• Approved Joint Information Meeting minutes for March 1, 2021 (Town 4-0, County 5-0)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners is meeting virtually to handle routine administrative items, including payment of vouchers, liquor permits, tax corrections, and contracts. They will also discuss a proposed resolution regarding a helicopter ban in Grand Teton National Park and receive an update on the BLM land transfer project. The most consequential action item is a request for additional matching funds for the Sagebrush Connector FLAP application.

• Consideration of additional match request for Sagebrush Connector FLAP application
• Proposed resolution regarding Grand Teton National Park helicopter ban
• 24-hour liquor permits, SLIB drawdowns, tax corrections
• Human service/community development contracts for service
• Special events permit: Teton Food Tour (July 18, 2021, 350 attendees)

Planning Commission

The Teton County Planning Commission will consider a development permit application from Teton Pines Limited Liability Company to renovate the commercial area at Teton Pines, including the pool, activity barn, and tennis courts. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, agenda adoption, and public comment.

• Development Permit DEV2020-0005 for renovation of Teton Pines pool, activity barn, and tennis court commercial area
• Location: 3450 Clubhouse Drive, Teton Pines Commercial Area, zoned PUD-NC, partially in Natural Resources Overlay
• Public comment on non-agenda items

The Teton County Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend approval of a development permit for the Teton Pines pool, activity barn, and paddle tennis court redevelopment, with three conditions. The conditions require an affordable housing fee-in-lieu, a noise mitigation plan prepared with an acoustical professional, and that complex use lighting be extinguished by 8 PM from November 1 through March 31. The recommendation will go to the Board of County Commissioners for final decision.

• Recommended approval of Development Permit DEV2020-0005 for Teton Pines redevelopment (5-0)
• Condition: affordable housing fee-in-lieu paid before building permit issuance
• Condition: noise mitigation plan prepared with acoustical professional and submitted to Planning Director
• Condition: complex use lighting extinguished by 8 PM from November 1 through March 31
• Approved March 22, 2021 minutes (5-0)
• Adopted April 12, 2021 agenda (5-0)

Library

The Teton County Library Board is holding a special meeting to discuss the selection committee process for the library director search. The agenda contains only this single item, with no other business listed.

• Discussion of director search selection committee process

Fair Board

The Teton County Fair Board is meeting to handle routine business and discuss upcoming fair operations. Action items include a new business item about exhibit hall drop-off and judging on July 27. Discussion items cover fair service contracts and bid openings, a food truck agreement for the Fair Night event, a policy review for board recognition, and updates from various fair committees. The board will also review the FY21 fair budget and fund balance.

• Exhibit Hall exhibit drop-off and judging scheduled for Tuesday, July 27
• Fair service contracts and bid openings discussion
• Fair Night Event Food Truck Agreement discussion
• Fair Board Recognition Policy Review
• FY21 Fair Budget & Fund Balance Updates

The Teton County Fair Board approved scheduling all Exhibit Hall drop-off and judging on Tuesday, July 27, 2021, with drop-off hours from 7:30 AM to 2:00 PM. The board also discussed but did not decide on fair service contracts, a food truck agreement, and a recognition policy review. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved scheduling all Exhibit Hall drop-off and judging on Tuesday, July 27 (unanimous)
• Approved Exhibit Hall drop-off hours from 7:30 AM to 2:00 PM on July 27 (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners will hold a routine meeting to approve county vouchers, administrative items including liquor permits, tax corrections, and a contract with the Family Safety Network, and to discuss outgoing correspondence and other matters. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Consideration of payment of county vouchers
• 24-hour liquor permits
• SLIB drawdowns for Horsethief Canyon Landfill Closure
• Family Safety Network contract for service
• Special events permits: Pole Pedal Paddle (April 10) and Teton Food Tour (July 18)

The Teton County Board of Commissioners approved the March 29, 2021 county voucher run totaling $531,724.74 and an interfund transfer of $455,994.12. They also approved drawdown requests for the Horsethief Canyon Landfill Closure Project and a contract for service with Family Safety Network. All votes were unanimous (3-0). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $531,724.74 county voucher run (3-0)
• Approved $455,994.12 interfund transfer (3-0)
• Approved Horsethief Canyon Landfill Closure drawdown requests (3-0)
• Approved Family Safety Network contract for service (3-0)

4 Jackson Hole / Lodging Tax

The Jackson Hole Travel & Tourism Joint Powers Board held a special meeting on March 24, 2021. The agenda included standard procedural items such as calling to order and quorum. The primary substantive items were a discussion on the DMMO and matters from the Board and Consultant. No specific decisions, dollar amounts, or ordinances were listed in the provided text.

• Discussion of DMMO
• Matters from the Board & Consultant

Teton District Board of Health

The Teton District Board of Health will meet to discuss health department fees and charges for fiscal year 21-22. The board will also elect officers and review its rules. Other agenda items include a community health needs assessment and COVID-19 updates.

• Health Department FY 21-22 Fees and Charges
• Election of Officers
• Rules Review
• Community Health Needs Assessment
• COVID-19 update

The Teton District Board of Health approved the Health Department's FY 21-22 fee schedule and sent it to the Board of County Commissioners for public comment. The board also elected new officers for the upcoming year and heard updates on water quality, COVID-19, and the Community Health Needs Assessment. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Health Department FY 21-22 fee schedule, sent to BCC (unanimous)
• Elected Dan Forman as Chairman, David Peterson as Vice Chair, Sadie Monaghan as Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from 1/26/2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners will hold a virtual meeting to consider routine administrative items, including payment of vouchers, liquor permits, tax corrections, and contracts. They will also discuss a proposed letter to WYDOT about reducing the speed limit on WY22, and consider a special restriction for a property on Ten Sleep Drive.

• Consideration of payment of county vouchers
• Letter to WYDOT regarding speed limit reduction on WY22
• Special restriction for 3455 Ten Sleep Drive #15
• Doshay partial release of mortgage
• Easement for electrical distribution for Lower Valley Energy

The Board approved the March 22, 2021 county voucher run totaling $464,445.54, along with all seven action items on the agenda. These included a letter to WYDOT on speed limit reduction for WY22, a workforce housing deed restriction for 3455 Ten Sleep Drive #15, a partial release of mortgage for Doshay Subdivision, an easement for Lower Valley Energy at 105 Mercill, and a letter of authorization for 445 E. Kelly Avenue. The Board also entered executive session for personnel discussion and later adjourned.

• Approved the March 22, 2021 county voucher run in the amount of $464,445.54
• Approved outgoing correspondence to WYDOT regarding speed limit reduction on WY22
• Approved Special Restrictions for Workforce Ownership Housing at 2455 South Ten Sleep Drive #15
• Approved Partial Release of Mortgage for Lot 1, Doshay Subdivision
• Approved granting of Distribution Electric Easement to Lower Valley Energy at 105 Mercill Ave.
• Approved Letter of Authorization for 445 East Kelly Avenue, with Chairwoman Macker authorized to sign
• Approved entering executive session for personnel discussion
• Approved adjournment at 11:17 a.m.

Planning Commission

The Teton County Planning Commission will hold a public meeting to consider two county-initiated zoning amendments: creating a new Neighborhood Residential-1 (NR-1) zone and applying it to about 180 acres along Moose-Wilson Road. They will also review a postponed development plan for the Teton Pines pool and tennis court renovation. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

• Public hearing on new Neighborhood Residential-1 zone standards (AMD2020-0004)
• Public hearing on zoning map amendment for ~180 acres to NR-1 (ZMA2020-0003)
• Postponed development plan for Teton Pines pool, activity barn, tennis court (DEV2020-0005)
• Approval of minutes from March 8, 2021

The Teton County Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of a new Neighborhood Residential-1 (NR-1) zone and a related zoning map amendment for about 180 acres in Subarea 12.2, with a condition to remove all Business Conservation (BC-TC) zoned properties from the map amendment. The commission also postponed a development permit for the Teton Pines pool and activity barn to April 12, 2021. Commissioner Lurie abstained from both votes.

• Approved minutes of March 8, 2021, 5-0.
• Adopted agenda for March 22, 2021, 5-0.
• Postponed permit DEV2020-0005 (Teton Pines renovation) to April 12, 2021.
• Recommended approval of AMD2020-0004 to establish NR-1 zone, 4-0 (Lurie abstained).
• Recommended approval of ZMA2020-0003 to rezone properties to NR-1, with condition to remove BC-TC properties, 4-0 (Lurie abstained).
• Adjourned at 7:47 PM.

Library

The Teton County Library Board will consider creating a search committee for a new library director, including hiring a consultant, and vote on proposed changes to circulation policy, open hours, and service expansion during COVID-19. The board will also approve routine financial documents and minutes.

• Creation of New Library Director Search Committee with non-board members Judy Opatrny and Maureen Sullivan; authorize Chair to sign engagement letter with Sullivan
• Proposed change to weekday open hours to 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m., effective May 2, 2021
• Open Circulation Policy for 45-day public comment period
• Approve phased expansion of library services for Yellow/Low Risk COVID-19 phase
• Approve January and February 2021 financial documents and vouchers

Planning Commission

The Teton County Planning Commission is holding a special meeting as a field trip to review the site of a proposed 390-residential-unit development in Subarea 12.2, related to applications AMD2020-0004 and ZMA2020-0003. This is a self-guided driving tour with no public comment or discussion; the public may attend but must provide their own transportation and wear face coverings when near others. Follow-up discussion will occur at the regular hearing on March 22, 2021.

• Site tour for proposed 390 residential units in Subarea 12.2
• Applications AMD2020-0004 and ZMA2020-0003
• No public comment or discussion during tour
• Face coverings required when outside vehicle and within 6 feet of others
• Follow-up discussion at March 22 regular hearing

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda and several action items, including a new restaurant liquor license, an interfund loan for firefighting engines, and a contract for rec center design services. They will also consider a lease agreement with local paragliding clubs, a contract amendment for mechanical upgrades at CLC Rafter J, and a 45-day public noticing for FY2022 fees at trash and recycling facilities. The meeting includes public comment and an executive session on personnel.

• Consideration of New Restaurant Liquor License
• Resolution to Approve Interfund Loan - Firefighting Engines
• Rec Center Design Services Contract
• Lease Agreement to Jackson Hole Paragliding Club and Jackson Hole Free Flight Club
• 45-Day Public Noticing for FY2022 Fees for Trash Transfer, Recycling, and HHW Facilities

The Board approved a consent agenda including a 7-year, $12.68M contract with Yellow Iron Excavating for trash transfer station operations and hauling, a $1.36M design contract for the Rec Center renovation, and a $58,653 contract for Hoback Cabin 5 repairs. They also approved a $99,070 HVAC mechanical upgrade and a $40,944 controls upgrade for the Children's Learning Center Rafter J, and a $14,810 contract for Teton Mobility Project Phase 3. The restaurant liquor license for Fireside Grill was continued to April 20, 2021, pending a compliance plan.

• Approved $12,679,699 contract with Yellow Iron Excavating for TTS operations and hauling (7 years)
• Approved $1,358,726 sole-source design contract with Perkins & Will for Rec Center renovation
• Approved $58,653 contract with West Fork LLC for Hoback Cabin 5 repairs
• Approved $99,070 contract with Bison Mechanical for CLC Rafter J HVAC upgrades
• Approved $40,944 contract with ATS Inland NW for CLC Rafter J controls upgrades
• Approved $14,810 contract with Alta Planning + Design for Teton Mobility Project Phase 3
• Continued Fireside Grill restaurant liquor license to April 20, 2021
• Approved Findings of Fact for SKC2020-0001 subdivision sketch plan

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners is meeting virtually to handle routine administrative items, including payment of county vouchers, liquor permits, tax corrections, and contracts. They will also discuss special event permits and hold a workshop on Stilson site planning, followed by an executive session on personnel.

• Consideration of payment of county vouchers
• 24-hour liquor permits for Snow King Summit Lift Celebration and World Championship Hill Climb
• SLIB drawdown for Horsethief Canyon Landfill Closure
• Special event permits: Grand Teton Half Marathon (2500 participants), Cornerstone Church Quarter Cookout, Mercedes-Benz filming, Pole Pedal Paddle (300-350 participants)
• Proposed outgoing commissioner correspondence to Senior Center of Jackson Hole and Presbyterian Church of Jackson Hole

The Teton County Board of Commissioners approved the March 15, 2021 county voucher run totaling $754,731, along with two 24-hour liquor permits for Snow King Mountain Resort events. They also approved SLIB drawdowns for the Horsethief Canyon Landfill Closure Project, outgoing correspondence to the Senior Center and Presbyterian Church, and entered executive session for personnel matters. No public comment was made, and several items were discussed but not voted on.

• Approved $754,731 county voucher run (unanimous)
• Approved 24-hour liquor permit for Snow King Summit Lift Celebration on March 17, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved four 24-hour liquor permits for World Championship Hill Climb on March 25-28, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved SLIB drawdowns for Horsethief Canyon Landfill Closure Project (unanimous)
• Approved outgoing correspondence to Senior Center of Jackson Hole (unanimous)
• Approved outgoing correspondence to Presbyterian Church of Jackson Hole, amended to include Rev. Ben Pascal (unanimous)
• Entered executive session for personnel matters (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Teton County/Jackson Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will discuss the FY22 budget request, the 5-year capital work plan, and senior staff work plans. They will also hear a presentation on the CORES program and public correspondence, including a comment from Dianne McGee about a TCCTA meeting and a USTA tennis venue design guide.

• FY22 Budget Request Update – summary, revenue, and expense
• P&R FY22 5-Year Capital Work Plan and Senior Staff Work Plans
• CORES Program Presentation by Meghan Spaulding and Fielding Essensa
• Public correspondence from Dianne McGee re: TCCTA comment and USTA Guide to Tennis Venue Design
• May Barn Quilt discussion with Kathy Clay

4 Jackson Hole / Lodging Tax

The Jackson Hole Travel & Tourism Joint Powers Board will meet to consider funding for the JH Air Rendezvous event and the Riverwind Foundation Destination Certification. The board will also take action on a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a Destination Management plan.

• JH Air Rendezvous event funding request
• Riverwind Foundation Destination Certification action item
• Destination Management plan RFP action item
• Approval of February 2021 meeting and retreat minutes
• Review and approval of vouchers

The board approved a $5,000 request from the Teton County Centennial committee to support marketing for the county's 100th anniversary. It also approved vouchers totaling $23,595, the January meeting minutes, and updated special event guidelines. The board released the SHIFT board from its agreement and supported moving the event brand to GP Red, with no monetary transaction.

• Approved $5,000 from reserve funds for Teton County Centennial marketing.
• Approved vouchers #2881-2885 in the amount of $23,595.00.
• Approved the January 14, 2021 regular meeting minutes as presented.
• Approved updated special event guidelines and application for FY'22.
• Released SHIFT board from previous agreement and supported moving the brand to GP Red.

Fair Board

The Teton County Fair Board is meeting to approve several action items for the 2021 fair, including the advertising budget and scopes of work for cleaning, construction, electrical, parking, security, and trash removal. They will also discuss the Frazier Carnival proposal and receive updates from fair committees and staff. The meeting is being held via Zoom.

• 2021 Fair Advertising Budget with JH Buckrail
• Cleaning Scope of Work
• Construction Scope of Work
• Electrical Scope of Work
• Parking Scope of Work

The Teton County Fair Board unanimously approved the 2021 Fair service contracts for cleaning, construction, electrical, parking, security, and trash removal, as well as a timeline for bidding on fair service contracts. The Board also voted to increase the JH Buckrail advertising budget from $1,200 to $1,950. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved increase of JH Buckrail advertising budget from $1,200 to $1,950 (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 Fair Cleaning scope of work (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 Fair Construction scope of work (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 Fair Electrical scope of work (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 Fair Parking scope of work (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 Fair Security scope of work (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 Fair Trash Removal scope of work (unanimous)
• Approved Fair Service Contracts – Invitation to Bid Timeline (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Teton County Planning Commission will consider a variance request from Brian and Joan Francis to allow a future building addition/remodel within the 150-foot river setback on their property at 1675 E River Drive, south of Hoback Junction. The property overlooks the confluence of the Hoback and Snake Rivers and is zoned Neighborhood Conservation within the Natural Resources Overlay. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, adoption of the agenda, and public comment.

• Variance VAR2020-0003 to vary Section 5.1.1.D.2.a for 150 ft river setback
• Applicant: Brian & Joan Francis, property at 1675 E River Drive
• Property zoned Neighborhood Conservation, within Natural Resources Overlay

The Teton County Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend approval of a variance (VAR2020-0003) for Brian and Joan Francis to vary the 150-foot river setback for a future building addition/remodel at 1675 E River Drive. The approval includes two conditions: the staircase to the riverbank is not approved, and any relocated or rebuilt guest cabin must be outside the Hoback River setback. The recommendation will go to the Board of County Commissioners.

• Approved variance VAR2020-0003 for river setback at 1675 E River Drive (5-0)
• Staircase to riverbank not approved as part of variance
• Guest cabin relocation must meet required river setback
• Approved February 8, 2021 minutes (5-0)
• Adopted March 8, 2021 agenda (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners will hold a virtual meeting to consider routine administrative items, including payment of vouchers, liquor permits, tax corrections, and contracts. They will also discuss a proposed location use agreement for a vaccine clinic and receive updates on various matters.

• Consideration of Payment of County Vouchers
• 24-Hour Liquor Permits
• Human Service/Community Development Contracts for Service
• Consideration of Target Location Use Agreement – Vaccine Clinic
• First Quarter Employee Service Awards

The Board approved the March 8, 2021 county voucher run totaling $671,985.49. They also approved a facility use license allowing the Teton County Health Department to use the former K-Mart/Target location as a mass vaccine clinic through May 15, 2021. No other action items were approved; administrative items were informational only, and no outgoing commissioner correspondence was considered.

• Approved the March 8, 2021 county voucher run in the amount of $671,985.49.
• Approved the Target Facility Use License for the vaccine clinic, effective through May 15, 2021.
• Adopted the agenda as presented.
• Adjourned the meeting at 10:10 a.m. with a 4-0 vote.

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting, primarily considering contracts and permits. The most consequential item is a final hearing and decision on a sketch plan for an 84-unit subdivision at 1500 South Park Loop Road. Other items include contracts for floodplain services, road pavement design, recycling center operations, and a recreation center renovation.

• Final decision on SKC2020-0001: 84-unit subdivision at 1500 South Park Loop Road (zoned Suburban, Scenic Resources Overlay)
• Contract Amendment #1 for Floodplain Administrator Services
• Contract for design of County Road Pavement Maintenance Projects
• Contract with Mill Creek Metals for scrap metal and tin can bundle processing and recycling
• Homeland Security Grant for Regional Response Team

The Board approved the sketch plan for an 84-unit subdivision at 1500 South Park Loop Road, with 12 conditions including pathway, sidewalk, and phasing requirements. The approval was 4-1, with Commissioner Propst opposed. The Board also approved a consent agenda covering contracts for floodplain services, road design, recycling center upgrades, and other items.

• Approved sketch plan SKC2020-0001 for an 84-unit subdivision at 1500 South Park Loop Road with 12 conditions (4-1 vote).
• Approved a consent agenda including a $44,045 contract for road pavement maintenance design and a $62,800 contract for a recreation center commissioning agent.
• Approved a contract with Mountain Electrical for a recycling center baler electrical upgrade for a total project cost of $19,819.86.
• Approved a contract with Recycle Systems for baler upgrades for a total project cost of $68,534.58.
• Approved a $37,359.84 Homeland Security grant for hazardous materials equipment and $21,500 for training of the regional response team.
• Approved proceeding with a 45-day public comment period for new tip fees on bear spray, isobutane, and propane canister disposal.
• Approved the minutes from four prior meetings and the meeting agenda as presented.

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of County Commissioners and Town Council will hold a joint information meeting. The main item is a discussion of a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for a Housing Nexus Study and Needs Assessment. The meeting also includes routine consent calendar items and public comment.

• Discussion of RFQ for Housing Nexus Study & Needs Assessment
• Approval of minutes from Feb 1, Feb 9, and Feb 22 meetings
• Public comment period
• Upcoming agenda items: Comp Plan Indicator Report and Housing Supply Plan

The Jackson Town Council and Teton County Board of County Commissioners jointly approved releasing a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for an Employee Generation by Land Use Study and Regional Housing Needs Assessment, as revised during the meeting. They also approved the consent calendar, which included minutes from prior joint meetings. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was primarily informational.

• Approved consent calendar including minutes for Feb 1, Feb 9, and Feb 22 joint meetings (Town 5-0, County 5-0)
• Directed staff to release RFQ for Employee Generation by Land Use Study and Regional Housing Needs Assessment (Town 5-0, County 5-0)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners is meeting virtually to handle routine administrative items, including voucher payments, liquor permits, and contracts. They will also consider a settlement agreement in the Barbour v. Teton County lawsuit and the reinstatement of Dail Barbour to the Library Board. The agenda includes public comment, discussion items, and a workshop on water quality.

• Settlement Agreement and Release - Barbour v. Teton County - Civil No. 18365
• Re-Instatement of Dail Barbour to Teton County Library Board
• 24-Hour Liquor Permits
• SLIB Drawdowns for Horsethief Canyon Landfill Closure
• Special events permits: Grand Teton Half Marathon (June 4-5, 2021), Cornerstone Church Quarter Cookout (March 27, 2021), Mercedes-Benz filming (March 17-20, 2021)

The Board approved the March 1, 2021 county voucher run of $428,965.57 and an interfund transfer of $451,589.97. They also approved a settlement agreement in the case Dail Barbour v. Teton County, which includes paying $5,714.13 in attorney fees and reinstating Barbour to the Library Board. Several administrative items were approved, including a SLIB drawdown for the Horsethief Canyon Landfill Closure Project and two outgoing letters.

• Approved $428,965.57 county voucher run and $451,589.97 interfund transfer (unanimous)
• Approved SLIB drawdown for Horsethief Canyon Landfill Closure Project (unanimous)
• Approved settlement in Barbour v. Teton County, paying $5,714.13 in attorney fees and reinstating Barbour to Library Board (unanimous)
• Reinstated Dail Barbour to Teton County Library Board (unanimous)
• Approved letter to Wyoming State Historic Preservation Office (unanimous)
• Approved letter to Wyoming Legislative Services Office regarding solar net metering (unanimous)
• Appointed Sarah Mann as proxy for Creekside HOA (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners is holding a special virtual meeting. The only substantive item is an executive session to discuss proposed litigation to which the governing body may be a party. The meeting will convene publicly, then move to a private link for the executive session, and adjourn publicly.

• Executive session under Wyoming Statute §16-4-405(a)(iii) regarding proposed litigation
• Virtual meeting via Zoom webinar (ID: 882 1762 8372)

The Teton County Board of Commissioners met on February 24, 2021, and immediately entered executive session under Wyoming Statute §16-4-4-5(a)(iii) to discuss litigation to which the county may be a party. No action was taken during the session. The board exited executive session and adjourned shortly thereafter.

• Approved entering executive session for litigation discussion (all in favor).
• Approved exiting executive session (all in favor).
• Approved adjourning the meeting (all in favor).

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of County Commissioners and the Town Council are holding a special joint retreat to discuss the town/county relationship, budgets, revenues, and joint powers agreements. The meeting is facilitated by Peak Facilitation Group and will cover current conditions, potential new joint efforts, and next steps. This is a discussion and planning session, not a decision-making meeting.

• Discussion of town/county relationship ideal case and current condition
• Review of budgets, revenues, and joint powers agreements
• Discussion of joint efforts: stay the course or adjust/revise
• Scoping, funding, and governance of potential new joint efforts

The Jackson Town Council and Teton County Board of County Commissioners held a joint retreat to discuss their working relationship, budgets, and joint initiatives. No formal decisions or votes were taken on substantive matters; the meeting was informational and discussion-based. The only votes were to adjourn, which passed unanimously for both bodies.

• Adjourned Town Council meeting (5-0)
• Adjourned County Commission meeting (4-0, Barron absent)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

This is a routine voucher meeting. The board will consider paying county vouchers and approving outgoing commissioner correspondence, including a letter to the Wyoming State Historic Preservation Officer. No substantive policy decisions or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Consideration of payment of county vouchers
• Consideration of outgoing commissioner correspondence, including a letter to the Wyoming State Historic Preservation Officer

The board approved the February 22, 2021 county voucher run totaling $489,675.78. A letter to the Wyoming State Historic Preservation Officer was continued to March 1, 2021. The board discussed a written demand from the applicant for the Gill Sketch Plan Application SKC2020-0001 and announced the matter would be heard on March 2, 2021, per LDR 8.2.14.D.4.d.

• Approved $489,675.78 county voucher run (unanimous)
• Continued letter to Wyoming State Historic Preservation Officer to March 1, 2021 (unanimous)
• Scheduled Gill Sketch Plan Application SKC2020-0001 for March 2, 2021 hearing

4 Jackson Hole / Lodging Tax

The Jackson Hole Travel & Tourism Joint Powers Board is holding a retreat to discuss general board priorities under new state lodging tax language, the FY'22 budget, the pros and cons of becoming a Destination Management Organization (DMO), a destination management plan, and RFPs for an executive director and agency of record. Public comment is available during item #3 and before action item votes.

• Discussion of board priorities under new State Lodging tax language
• FY'22 budget discussion and priorities
• Pros/cons of migrating to Destination Management Organization (DMO)
• Destination Management Plan and Tourism master plan
• RFPs for Executive Director and Agency of Record

Library

The Library Board will meet via Zoom to discuss the FY22 budget development and several operational items. The agenda includes a proposal for a facility assessment and contract renewals.

• Two-year renewal of Alta Branch cleaning contract with White Glove Professional Cleaning
• $6,500.00 sole source contract for Main Branch Facility Condition Assessment by Bureau Veritas
• Approval of FY22 Budget for Submission
• Approval of January 2021 Financial Narrative and Documents
• Payment of library vouchers

Fair Board

The Teton County Fair Board is meeting to discuss and potentially act on the FY22 budget. The agenda includes public comment and a new business item, with the bulk of the time dedicated to a budget workshop.

• FY22 Budget Workshop
• Public Comment period
• Adoption of the agenda
• New Business item

The Teton County Fair Board approved its FY22 budget request, projecting $344,000 in revenues and $427,155 in expenses, leaving a deficit of $83,155. The board set ticket prices for several events, including $30 for the Fair Rodeo and $40 for Figure 8s, and increased the 4-H camping fee to $50 per family. The budget will be recommended to the Board of County Commissioners.

• Approved FY22 budget request with $344,000 revenues, $427,155 expenses, $83,155 deficit (unanimous)
• Set Fair Rodeo ticket price at $30
• Set Figure 8s ticket price at $40
• Set Team Branding ticket price at $5
• Increased 4-H camping fee to $50/family for Fair Week
• Projected $191,250 in Fair Ticket Sales
• Projected $50,000 in Fair Sponsorships
• Cut all Free Attractions ($25,000) except Clowns ($4,200)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a mix of administrative items, public hearings, and planning matters. Key items include a sketch plan for an 84-unit subdivision at 1500 South Park Loop Road, a related adjustment for road right-of-way reductions, and a public hearing on a code amendment banning wood shake roofs in the wildland-urban interface. The board will also consider several leases, contracts, and a resolution on diversity, equity, and inclusion.

• Sketch plan for 84-unit subdivision at 1500 South Park Loop Road (SKC2020-0001)
• Administrative adjustment for reduced public right-of-way on interior roads (ADJ2020-0005)
• Public hearing on amendment to eliminate wood shakes/shingles from roof materials in Wildland-Urban Interface
• Lease for 1120 Meadowlark Lane and lease for 804 Powderhorn Unit E
• MOU with Wyoming Department of Health for COVID-19 vaccination campaign activities

The Board of County Commissioners approved an amendment to the Wildland-Urban Interface Code eliminating wood shakes and shingles as roof coverings in new construction, effective March 1, 2021. The board also approved a $237,789 MOU with the Wyoming Department of Health for COVID-19 vaccination campaign activities, and directed staff to exercise the option to purchase commercial space at 105 Mercill Avenue. A proposed 84-lot subdivision at 1500 South Park Loop Road was continued to the April 20, 2021 meeting.

• Approved WUIC amendment banning wood shakes/shingles in new construction (3-2)
• Approved $237,789 MOU with Wyoming Dept. of Health for COVID-19 vaccination activities
• Directed staff to exercise option to purchase commercial space at 105 Mercill Avenue
• Approved $771,195.18 county voucher run for February 1, 2021
• Approved consent agenda including leases, contract amendment, and license agreement
• Approved updated Planning & Building Services fee schedule effective March 1, 2021
• Denied administrative adjustment to reduce right-of-way widths for 84-lot subdivision (2-3)
• Continued SKC2020-0001 sketch plan for 84-lot subdivision to April 20, 2021 (3-2)

Housing Boards

The Jackson/Teton County Housing Authority Board will meet virtually to consider approving the first three households for prequalification under the new Preservation Program, which provides down payment assistance to keep homes from becoming second homes. The board will also elect officers, introduce a new member, and receive a staff update on housing sales, rentals, and compliance.

• Vote on prequalifying Swentosky, Vincent/DiPrisco, and Gurney households for Preservation Program down payment assistance (16.5% of purchase price or $150,000, whichever is less)
• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Clerk
• Introduction of new board member Justin Henry, appointed Feb 9, 2021, term through Jan 31, 2026
• Staff update: 765 Wind River Lane closing 4/30/2021; 931 Sandcherry Way closing 2/18/21
• Melody Ranch Townhomes roof repairs: $150,000 per townhome; 0% interest loans of $160,000 approved for 8 permanently restricted units

The Jackson/Teton County Housing Authority Board held a special meeting and unanimously approved two households as qualified for down payment assistance under the Preservation Program. The households are a one-person household (Park Dunn-Morrison) and a three-person household (Kris Greenville and Gena Calegari). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Park Dunn-Morrison as qualified for down payment assistance (unanimous)
• Approved Kris Greenville and Gena Calegari as qualified for down payment assistance (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Teton County/Jackson Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to discuss and take action on several items, including a proposed Sage Meadows Bike Skills Park, the FY22 budget and capital improvement plan, and revisions to fee and cost recovery policies. The board will also elect officers and review public correspondence about tennis courts.

• Sage Meadows Bike Skills Park proposal presented by Friends of Pathways
• FY22 Capital Request List and budget discussion
• Recreation Center expansion update
• FY21 fee modifications and FY22 fee and cost recovery policy revision
• Board officer elections for chair and vice-chair

4 Jackson Hole / Lodging Tax

The Jackson Hole Travel & Tourism Joint Powers Board is meeting to handle routine actions like approving minutes and vouchers, plus updates on wildlife and recreation programs. They will also decide on a Teton County Centennial celebration request, new statewide lodging tax language, and transferring SHIFT event management from CFJH to GP Red.

• Approval of January 14, 2020 regular meeting minutes
• Vouchers for review and approval
• Teton County Centennial celebration request (action)
• New statewide lodging tax language update
• SHIFT transfer of event management from CFJH to GP Red (action)

The Jackson Hole Travel and Tourism Joint Powers Board approved the December 10, 2020 meeting minutes and vouchers #2872-2880 totaling $262,980.53. The board also received updates on air credit reservations, November collections, and the Natural Selection event, but made no other substantive decisions.

• Approved December 10, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved vouchers #2872-2880 for $262,980.53 (6-0)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Board of County Commissioners interviewed seven candidates for one open seat on the Jackson/Teton County Regional Housing Authority board, then entered executive session to consider the appointment. After exiting executive session, the board voted unanimously to appoint Justin Henry to a 5-year term expiring in February 2026. The meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Appointed Justin Henry to Regional Housing Authority board, 5-year term (unanimous)
• Entered executive session to consider board appointment (unanimous)
• Exited executive session (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of County Commissioners and Town Council are holding a special joint information meeting. The agenda includes a discussion/action item regarding the START Board, followed by an executive session to consider a professional appointment. The meeting is virtual and open to the public.

• Discussion/action item on START Board
• Executive session to consider appointment of a professional person (Wyo. Stat. §16-4-405(a)(ii))
• START Board appointment

The Jackson Town Council and Teton County Commission held a joint information meeting, entering executive session to discuss personnel. Both bodies unanimously appointed Benjamin Goldberg to the START Board for a three-year term expiring 12/31/2023. The meeting adjourned shortly after, with no other substantive decisions made.

• Appointed Benjamin Goldberg to START Board, 3-year term expiring 12/31/2023 (unanimous, County and Town)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners will meet virtually to consider routine administrative items, including payment of county vouchers, 24-hour liquor permits, SLIB drawdowns, a tax correction for Wilson residents, and human service contracts. They will also discuss a proposed memorandum of agreement for the Swinging Bridge and hold a workshop on courthouse design updates. The meeting includes an executive session on personnel.

• Tax correction for Wilson, Buskin T & Brandi M for $2,372.80
• Special event permit for Grand Teton Half Marathon (June 4-5, 2021, 2500 participants)
• Swinging Bridge Memorandum of Agreement discussion
• Courthouse Design Project Updates workshop at 10:30 AM
• Executive session on personnel

The Board approved the February 8, 2021 county voucher run totaling $897,478.03, along with a tax roll correction of $2,372.80 for Wilson, Buskin T & Brandi M. They also approved outgoing correspondence, including thank-you letters to volunteer board members and Eagle Scout commendations. Staff was directed to represent the county in a Swinging Bridge Memorandum of Agreement process, and the board entered executive session for personnel matters.

• Approved $897,478.03 county voucher run (unanimous)
• Approved $2,372.80 tax roll correction for Wilson, Buskin T & Brandi M (unanimous)
• Approved outgoing thank-you letters to volunteer board members (unanimous)
• Approved Eagle Scout letters of commendation for Aidan Kim-Miller and Greyson Smith (unanimous)
• Directed staff to represent county in Swinging Bridge MOA process (unanimous)
• Entered executive session for personnel (unanimous)
• Directed staff to take directions from executive session (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Teton County Planning Commission will convene to approve the minutes from the January 11 meeting and adopt the agenda for this session. Staff will present on 'Post-Pandemic Housing Typologies' by Andres Duany, a discussion item. The meeting will then adjourn.

• Approval of minutes from 1.11.21
• Adoption of agenda for 2.8.21
• Presentation on 'Post-Pandemic Housing Typologies' by Andres Duany

The Teton County Planning Commission held a regular meeting on February 8, 2021, and took only procedural actions: approving the January 11 minutes and adopting the agenda, both unanimously. The main substantive item was a training presentation by Andrés Duany on 'Post-Pandemic Housing Typologies,' which included discussion of affordable housing options like tiny homes and manufactured housing, but no decisions were made.

• Approved January 11, 2021 minutes (5-0)
• Adopted February 8, 2021 agenda (5-0)

Fair Board

The Teton County Fair Board is meeting to handle routine business and several action items, including rescheduling April/May meetings, the FY22 fair budget request, a contract for the Scales & Tails reptile exhibit, approval of the 65th fair logo and book cover, and 2021 advertising opportunities. The board will also receive a COVID-19 presentation from the Teton County Health Department and hear updates on fair committees and budget status.

• FY22 Fair Budget Request
• Scales & Tails Reptile Exhibit Contract
• Approval of 65th Fair Logo & Fair Book Cover
• 2021 Fair Advertising opportunities (Chamber Explorer)
• COVID-19 presentation from Jodi Pond, TC Health Dept.

The Teton County Fair Board approved moving the 2021 Fair concert to the Rodeo Arena and setting ticket prices between $5 and $25. They also recommended approval of a $6,000 Scales & Tails reptile exhibit contract and approved the 65th Fair logo and book cover. The board tabled the FY22 budget request to a special workshop and denied a $1,599 ad purchase in JH Explorer Magazine.

• Approved moving concert venue to Rodeo Arena (unanimous)
• Approved concert ticket price between $5 and $25 (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Scales & Tails reptile exhibit contract for $6,000 (unanimous)
• Approved 65th Fair logo, Fair Book cover, and Facebook cover photo (unanimous)
• Tabled FY22 Fair budget request; scheduled special budget workshop for Feb 17 (unanimous)
• Denied $1,599 ad in JH Explorer Magazine (6-2 against)
• Approved rescheduling April meeting to April 5 and May meeting to May 17 (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of County Commissioners met virtually on February 4, 2021, for a strategic planning retreat. The agenda focused on internal discussions regarding the roles and responsibilities of the commission and staff. No specific ordinances, contracts, or budget items were decided or proposed in this agenda.

• Discussion on roles and responsibilities of the Commission and Staff
• Assessment of current county status ('where we are now')
• Determination of key focus areas for the next two years
• Action planning discussion for next steps

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to consider several contracts, policy amendments, and a major subdivision sketch plan. Key items include an 84-unit subdivision proposal at 1500 South Park Loop Road, a jail roof construction contract, and IT equipment for the Emergency Operations Center. The board will also review the Historic Preservation Board's annual report and other administrative matters.

• Sketch plan for 84-unit subdivision at 1500 South Park Loop Road (PIDNs 22-40-16-06-3-00-005 and 22-40-16-06-3-00-012)
• Construction contract for jail roof
• Contract for IT equipment at EOC
• Amendment of 2021 Investment Policy
• Rodeo Grounds tennis court resurfacing

The Teton County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda including a $259,751 jail roof contract with Rodac LLC, a $24,999.36 IT equipment agreement with CompuNet Inc., and a $26,600 tennis court resurfacing contract with Pro Track and Tennis, Inc. They also awarded a $65,793 HVAC and Building Automation System contract for the Fair Heritage Arena to Long Building Technologies, funded by Energy Mitigation Program funds. A sketch plan for an 84-unit subdivision at 1500 South Park Loop Road was continued to the February 16, 2021 meeting.

• Approved 2021 Investment Policy amendment (unanimous)
• Approved $24,999.36 IT equipment contract with CompuNet Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $259,751 jail roof contract with Rodac LLC (unanimous)
• Approved County Surveyor Resolution with Todd Cedarholm, PLS (unanimous)
• Approved $26,600 tennis court resurfacing contract plus $6,600 additional funding (unanimous)
• Approved $108,400 contingency transfer for Sheriff dispatcher wages (unanimous)
• Awarded $65,793 Fair Heritage Arena HVAC/BAS contract to Long Building Technologies (unanimous)
• Continued 84-unit subdivision sketch plan to Feb 16 meeting (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Town Council and County Commissioners will hold a joint information meeting to discuss a housing nexus study and regional housing needs assessment, and to receive an update on the Teton Mobility Project with a request for Phase 3 authorization. The meeting also includes a consent calendar for approving minutes from January 11, 2021, and public comment. No final decisions are expected on the main items, as they are listed for discussion.

• Housing Nexus Study & Regional Housing Needs Assessment (April Norton, 45 mins)
• Teton Mobility Project Update and Phase 3 Authorization (Brian Schilling, 30 mins)
• Consent calendar: approval of January 11, 2021 JIM minutes
• Proposed agenda item for 3/1: Childcare Baseline Inventory Next Steps

The Jackson Town Council and Teton County Board of County Commissioners held a joint information meeting and unanimously approved two actions: directing staff to draft a Request for Qualifications for a Housing Nexus Study and Regional Housing Needs Assessment, and authorizing staff to proceed with Phase 3 of the Teton Mobility Project. Both motions passed 5-0 for each body. The meeting also included approval of prior meeting minutes and public comments.

• Approved Joint Information Meeting minutes from January 11, 2021 (5-0, both bodies)
• Directed staff to draft RFQ for Housing Nexus Study and Regional Housing Needs Assessment, to be reviewed at March 1, 2021 JIM (5-0, both bodies)
• Authorized staff to proceed with Phase 3 of the Teton Mobility Project (5-0, both bodies)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners approved the February 1, 2021 voucher run totaling $631,399.88 and an interfund transfer of $506,158.37. They also authorized a drawdown request for the Horsethief Canyon Landfill Closure Project. A proposal for outgoing commissioner correspondence was postponed to February 8. The board reviewed a draft resolution on diversity, equity, and inclusion, which will be considered for approval on February 16.

• Approved February 1, 2021 county voucher run of $631,399.88 (unanimous)
• Approved interfund transfer of $506,158.37 (unanimous)
• Approved SLIB drawdown request for Horsethief Canyon Landfill Closure Project (unanimous)
• Postponed consideration of outgoing commissioner correspondence to February 8, 2021 (unanimous)

Alta Solid Waste District

The Alta Solid Waste Disposal District and Alta Advisory Committee will hold a quarterly board meeting via Zoom. They will elect officers, approve minutes, and discuss new business including protecting the Targhee Towne water supply, a transfer station audit report, residential construction hours, and community cleanup. Old business includes updates on Targhee expansion, road speed and traffic control, and Silverstar & Fiber.

• Protecting Targhee Towne source water supply from pollution
• Discussion of Teton County Idaho BCC report on Great Western Engineering Transfer Station Audit
• Discussion of Residential Home Construction Hours of Operation
• Community Clean up week in May
• Scheduling Spring Meeting for April 21, 2021

Teton District Board of Health

The Board of Health will review the Health Department FY 21-22 Budget and Fees and Charges. The meeting includes updates on COVID-19 and a report from a subcommittee regarding proposed drinking water protection rules.

• Health Department FY 21-22 Budget
• Health Department FY 21-22 Fees and Charges
• Proposed rule for the Protection of Public Water Systems
• COVID-19 update

The board voted to approve the meeting minutes and agenda, and elected David Peterson as Vice Chair. The subcommittee on the proposed drinking water rule reported it will not recommend adopting new rules at this time. Health officials reported a record COVID-19 surge, leading to a new 'purple' risk level with stricter gathering and business restrictions.

• Approved minutes from 11/17/2020 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved agenda addendum adding Resolution #21-1 (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda for 01/26/2021 (unanimous)
• Elected David Peterson as Vice Chair
• Subcommittee decided not to present drinking water rule option to Board

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners will hold a virtual meeting to consider routine administrative items, including payment of county vouchers, liquor permits, tax roll corrections, and contracts. They will also discuss the Northern South Park Public Participation Plan and receive updates from various departments, including the Health Department's COVID-19 response. The meeting includes a workshop on planning and building fees and human service agency updates.

• Consideration of payment of county vouchers
• 24-hour liquor permits
• Tax roll correction for Field House LLC for $2,243.12
• Northern South Park Public Participation Plan
• Workshop on schedule of fees for planning and building services

The Board approved the Northern South Park Neighborhood Plan Public Participation Program dated January 12, 2021, by a 3-2 vote, with Commissioners Epstein and Barron opposed. The Board also approved the January 25, 2021 county voucher run totaling $502,748.33, a tax roll correction for Field House LLC of $2,243.12, and continued review of the Planning & Building Services fee schedule to February 16, 2021. The meeting included updates from county departments and human service agencies, and an executive session on personnel.

• Approved Northern South Park Neighborhood Plan Public Participation Program (3-2)
• Approved January 25, 2021 county voucher run of $502,748.33 (unanimous)
• Approved tax roll correction for Field House LLC totaling $2,243.12 (4-0)
• Continued Planning & Building Services fee schedule review to February 16, 2021 (unanimous)
• Adopted meeting agenda as presented (4-0)
• Entered executive session for personnel discussion (unanimous)

Library

The Teton County Library Board will vote on renewing the HVAC maintenance contract with Long Mechanical Solutions and the cleaning contract with White Glove Professional Cleaning, both for two years. They will also consider extending the FFCRA emergency sick leave policy through March 31, 2021, and approving merit increases for eligible staff. The board will discuss FY22 budget development, but no action is needed at this time.

• Two-year renewal of HVAC maintenance contract with Long Mechanical Solutions
• Two-year renewal of cleaning contract with White Glove Professional Cleaning
• Extension of FFCRA Emergency Sick Leave and Extended Family Paid Leave Policy through March 31, 2021
• Merit increase for all eligible staff effective January 3, 2021
• Approval of December 2020 financial narrative and documents

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners is holding a special virtual meeting to discuss and take action on two items: a resolution supporting the Health Officer's reissued Recommendation #11, and the release of a revised open letter. The agenda is brief and focused on these two action items.

• Resolution in Support of the Health Officer’s Reissued Recommendation #11
• Release of Revised Open Letter

The Teton County Board of Commissioners held a special session on January 20, 2021, and voted 4-0 to endorse a resolution supporting County Health Recommendation #11, as reissued by Health Officer Travis Riddell. The board also approved a revised open letter as presented. No public comment was received on either item.

• Endorsed resolution supporting Health Officer's reissued Recommendation #11 (4-0)
• Approved release of revised open letter (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to consider a six-month budget amendment, several contracts and agreements, and land transfers for housing development. They will also review two planning permits, including a subdivision in Alta and the annual review of the Teton Raptor Center's conditional use permit. The meeting includes a workshop on the Highway 22-390 project.

• Six-Month Budget Amendment
• Transfer of 360 & 380 S. Jackson St. and 255 & 257 W. Kelly Ave. for Red House Apartments Housing Development
• Contract for Professional Services for Design of Cattleman’s Bridge Mitigation and Site Improvements
• MOU with Teton Habitat to Develop 445 E. Kelly Avenue
• Permit DEV2016-0002: 4-unit Subdivision Planned Residential Development east of N State Line Road in Alta

The Board directed staff to begin drafting legal documents to transfer four county-owned lots (360 & 380 S. Jackson St., 255 & 257 W. Kelly Ave.) to the Cumming Foundation for a 100% deed-restricted rental development with 15 employee rights of first rental. The Board also approved a non-binding MOU with Teton Habitat to develop 18 low-income ownership units at 445 E. Kelly Ave., and directed staff to negotiate a design contract with Y2 Consultants for that property. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $1,280,518.55 county voucher run (unanimous)
• Approved FY21 six-month budget amendment (unanimous)
• Approved $35,492 contract with Harmony Design for Cattleman's Bridge mitigation (unanimous)
• Approved $2,000 contribution to Teton Conservation District septic monitoring MOA (unanimous)
• Approved resolution supporting Sexual Assault Response Team (unanimous)
• Directed staff to prepare property transfer to Cumming Foundation for Red House Apartments (unanimous)
• Approved MOU with Teton Habitat for 18-unit development at 445 E. Kelly Ave. (unanimous)
• Directed staff to negotiate contract with Y2 Consultants for 445 E. Kelly Ave. design (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Teton County/Jackson Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will discuss the Recreation Center expansion process and timeline, the FY22 fee schedule, and a PAWS presentation on off-leash dog areas. The board will also review a FY21 budget update and consider public correspondence about adult lap swim policy.

• PAWS/Dog off-leash presentation at May Park, including parking calculation
• Recreation Center expansion process and timeline, with Owner's Rep, CMAR, and CLIMB RFPs
• FY22 fee schedule discussion, including cost recovery policy and facility fees
• FY21 budget update
• Public correspondence from J Bosch requesting revision of adult lap swim policy

The board discussed the Recreation Center expansion, with plans to negotiate a contract with Perkins and Will and bring it to the County Commission on February 17. They also reviewed two parking layout options for the May Park dog park, with next steps including a conversation with the mayor and a conditional use permit application. No formal votes were taken on these items; the board only approved the December minutes.

• Approved December 10, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed PAWS dog park parking options; no action taken
• Discussed Recreation Center expansion timeline; no formal action
• Discussed FY22 fee schedule; formal recommendation deferred to next month
• Discussed FY21 budget amendment proposal; no action taken

4 Jackson Hole / Lodging Tax

The Jackson Hole Travel & Tourism Joint Powers Board is holding a regular meeting. The board will consider approving the December 10, 2020 meeting minutes and vouchers for payment, and will receive updates from the treasurer and committees. Public comment is scheduled.

• Approval of December 10, 2020 regular meeting minutes
• Vouchers for review and approval
• Treasurer's update
• Special Events committee update
• Marketing committee update

The Jackson Hole Travel and Tourism Joint Powers Board approved funding for two visitor safety and education video projects, including a $70,000 campaign with Friends of Bridger-Teton National Forest and an $8,700 backcountry safety video. The board also approved vouchers totaling $170,899.91 and an agreement for the Natural Selection winter event. Treasurer's report noted collections are up 47% over the past three months, with year-end projections at $3.34 million.

• Approved $70,000 for Recreate Responsibly videos (unanimous)
• Approved $8,700 for backcountry safety video (unanimous)
• Approved vouchers #2854-2871 for $170,899.91 (7-0)
• Approved Natural Selection event agreement (unanimous)
• Approved November 12, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Fair Board

The Teton County Fair Board is meeting to approve several action items for the 2021 fair, including a contract for the All Aboard Train, a proposal for an IMPRA-sanctioned rodeo, and vendor application rules and timeline. The board will also receive updates from 2021 fair committees and review the FY21 fair budget and fund balance.

• All Aboard Train Contract approval and signature
• IMPRA-Sanctioned Fair Rodeo Proposal and Scope of Work
• Vendor Application, Rules and Timeline
• 2021 Fair Committee updates: Concert, Rodeo, Royalty
• FY21 Fair Budget and Fund Balance Updates

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of County Commissioners and Town Council are holding a joint information meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including the purchase of an affordable ownership restriction at 722 W. Wind River Lane, a new Housing Preservation Program, and updates on construction projects. The agenda also includes public comment and consent calendar items, but the main focus is on housing and staffing issues.

• Consideration of purchasing an affordable ownership restriction at 722 W. Wind River Lane
• Discussion of a Housing Preservation Program
• Update on Melody Ranch Townhome roof repair
• Report on construction of Park Shop/Housing and Fire Station One
• Discussion of ecosystem capacity and staffing

Planning Commission

The commission will meet to elect a Chair and Vice Chair for the 2021 term. The meeting also includes staff-led training on meeting rules and legal reviews of Wyoming statutes.

• Selection of Chair for 2021
• Selection of Vice Chair for 2021
• Commissioner training on land development regulations

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners will hold a virtual meeting to consider routine administrative items, including payment of county vouchers, liquor permits, and contracts. They will also discuss a letter to Wyoming Game and Fish about elk feedgrounds and appoint a special prosecutor in a minor's case. A workshop on water quality is scheduled.

• Consideration of payment of county vouchers
• 24-hour liquor permits
• SLIB drawdown request for Horsethief Canyon Landfill Closure
• Letter to Wyoming Game and Fish regarding Elk Feedgrounds Management Plan
• Appointment of special prosecutor in State of Wyoming v. a Minor

Housing Boards

The Jackson/Teton County Housing Authority Board will meet virtually to review November 2020 financials, receive a COVID-19 update, and vote on two special restriction amendments for affordable housing units. The board will also discuss a new Preservation Program being considered by county and town officials.

• Approve special restriction for 931 Sandcherry Way (affordable ownership unit)
• Approve special restriction for 765 W Wind River Lane, reclassifying from affordable to workforce, adding $160,000 to value and withholding $160,000 from sale proceeds for roof repair
• Review November 2020 financials (total assets $18.9M)
• COVID-19 update: no new rent assistance requests for Grove Phase 1
• Discussion of new Preservation Program at January 11 Joint Information Meeting

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to consider routine matters, including a request to extend a condition on a zoning amendment for land near Jackson Hole High School. The board will also review annual financial designations, contracts, and funding items, many related to pandemic response and county facilities.

• Request to extend condition on ZMA2019-0003 for 2 acres near Jackson Hole High School (Rural-1 to Public/Semi-Public) for one additional year
• Consideration of EMP funding for St. John's Health
• Consideration of Phase 3 and Phase 4 architect contract amendments for Teton County Courthouse
• Consideration of change order for Fire Station 1 energy improvements
• Consideration of resolution to change credit card line of credit limits

The Teton County Board of County Commissioners held a regular meeting on January 5, 2021, and approved a consent agenda with various administrative items, including the designation of 2021 official depositories and the approval of several contracts and funding requests. The board also approved a resolution recognizing pandemic-related efforts, extended the FFCRA paid leave policy through March 31, 2021, and approved amendments to architectural contracts for the courthouse. All votes were unanimous.

• Adopted resolution recognizing COVID-19 pandemic health and emergency response heroes (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including 2021 official depositories, investment policy, and warrant cancellations (unanimous)
• Approved $24,516.67 EMP funding for St. John's Health energy projects (unanimous)
• Approved IT services agreement with Teton County Library (unanimous)
• Approved Phase 3 architect contract amendment for courthouse security ($142,600) (unanimous)
• Approved Phase 4 architect contract amendment for courthouse envelope improvements ($120,600) (unanimous)
• Approved $120,600 EMP funding for courthouse Phase 4 design (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Dude Solutions for permit tracking software ($67,852.99 setup, $16,429.47 annual) (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners Meetings

The Teton County Board of Commissioners is meeting virtually to handle routine administrative actions, including approving county vouchers, administrative items like liquor permits and tax corrections, and a proposed letter to Game & Fish regarding elk feed lot management. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Consideration of payment of county vouchers
• 24-hour liquor permits
• SLIB drawdowns
• Tax corrections
• Proposed letter to Game & Fish on elk feed lot management policy

The Teton County Board of Commissioners approved the January 4, 2021 county voucher run totaling $382,449.11. Natalia Macker was re-elected Chairwoman for another year, and Luther Propst was elected Vice-Chairman after Greg Epstein declined the position. A draft letter to Game & Fish regarding elk feed lot management was discussed but no vote was taken. The board also entered executive session to discuss proposed litigation.

• Approved $382,449.11 in county vouchers for January 4, 2021 (unanimous)
• Re-elected Natalia D. Macker as Chairwoman for another year (unanimous)
• Elected Luther Propst as Vice-Chairman (unanimous)
• Entered executive session under WY Stat §16-4-405(a)(iii) for proposed litigation (unanimous)
• Adopted the meeting agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 12:01 p.m. (unanimous)