Public Notice No. 9217

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PUBLIC NOTICE

City of Torrington )
County of Goshen )
State of Wyoming )

The Torrington City Council met in regular session on Tuesday, January 7, 2025 in the City Council Chambers at 436 East 22nd Ave. at 5:30 p.m. Present: Mayor Doby, Council Members Deahl, Kelly, Viktorin and Warren. Also Present: Clerk/Treasurer Strecker, Attorney Eddington, Director of Public Works Harkins, Chief of Police Johnson, Buildings & Grounds Superintendent Estes, Emergency Management Coordinator Kenyon and Deputy City Clerk Anaya.
Mayor Doby called the meeting to order.
Councilman Warren led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Councilman Deahl moved and Councilman Viktorin seconded to add Dennis Kelly to the Oath of Office section of the agenda. Motion carried unanimously.
Attorney Eddington administered the Oaths of Office to newly elected officials Councilman Richard Warren and Councilman Dennis Kelly.

Mayor Doby led the session with informational announcements on the following items: 1. Weather updates. Thank you to Streets & Sanitation Superintendent Hawley and his staff for their quick and efficient snow removal efforts. Thank you to all private snow removal contractors for their efforts and thank you to all property owners for keeping their sidewalks clear of snow; 2.Mayor Doby stated that small business is the backbone of the American economy. He indicated that it is with sadness that he acknowledges that Torrington Office Supply (TOS), a Main Street staple for years, is going out of business. Mayor Doby commented that the Torrington Office Supply part of TOS will be closing, but the business will continue operation as Hop’s Tech Shop dealing in computer sales and service. He urged the public to please patronize this local business and all of the local businesses in the community. Mayor Doby thanked the Hoppal Family for all of their hard work and dedication to the community. He wished the Hoppal Family continuing success with the computer sales and service business that will continue at the same location; 3. Legislative session update. Mayor Doby encouraged the public to contact Goshen County Senator Cheri Steinmetz (Cheri.Steinmetz@wyoleg.gov/(307) 534-5342) and Goshen County Representatives Scott Smith (Scott.Smith@wyoleg.gov/(307) 575-3742) and JD Williams (JD.Williams@wyoleg.gov/(307) 340-6006) to let them know what they think; and 4. Mayor Doby announced that Communications Officer Tammy Cearns is retiring. He stated that Communications Officer Cearns has given 23 years of faithful service to the City of Torrington. Mayor Doby reminded the public that they are welcome to attend the retirement open house that will be held in honor of Communications Officer Cearns on 01-10-25 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Lincoln Community Complex Conestoga Room.
Councilman Viktorin moved and Councilman Kelly seconded to approve the consent agenda which includes the minutes from the 12-17-24 Council meeting as published and all actions therein be ratified. Motion carried unanimously.
Councilman Deahl moved and Councilman Kelly seconded to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
Jessica Oaks addressed the Mayor and Council in public forum. She stated that Goshen County has the opportunity to participate in the Wreaths Across America event which places a holiday wreath on the graves of all military service members in cemeteries. Ms. Oaks indicated that she is seeking approval from the City of Torrington to utilize the Valley View Cemetery to participate in the event December of 2025.
Mayor Doby presented for approval the following appointments: Appointed Officials – James Eddington as City Attorney, Matthew Johnson as Chief of Police, Luis Correa as Fire Chief, Lynette Strecker as City Clerk/Treasurer, Jeffrey Harkins as Director of Public Works, John Patrick as Municipal Judge, Kenneth Brown as Associate Municipal Judge and Anna Barnes as Associate Municipal Judge. Expiration of Terms: 12-31-25; Mayor Pro-Tem – Dennis Kelly. Expiration of Term: 12-31-25; Airport Board – Dave Arland, Michael Richey, John Otten and Randy Baugh. Expiration of Terms: 12-31-28; Consolidated Wyoming Municipality Electric Joint Powers Board – Lynette Strecker. Expiration of Term: 12-31-27; Council Committee Assignments – Herb Doby (Streets, Sanitation, Museum, Investment, Parks, Cemetery, Pool, Golf, Care Center), Dennis Kelly (Mayor Pro-Tem, Water, Sewer, Shop, Fire Department, Vehicles, Buildings), Wayne Deahl (Wage, Ambulance, Electrical, Police Department, Evaluations, Investment), Shane Viktorin (Industrial Park, Airport) and Richard Warren (Health Insurance); Health Insurance Committee – Richard Warren. Expiration of Term: 12-31-28; Industrial Park Committee – Brian Young. Expiration of Term: 12-31-26. Dana Youtz and Brett Spencer. Expiration of Terms: 12-31-28; Investment Committee – Wayne Deahl, Indefinite; Information Technology Committee – Matthew Johnson, Indefinite; Performance Management Committee – Wayne Deahl. Expiration of Term: 12-31-25. Christine Nichols. Expiration of Term: 12-31-26; Safety Committee – Gardner Pyle, Stephanie Blanco, Mark Weis and Raymond Miller. Expiration of Terms: 12-31-26; Torrington Urban Systems Committee – Jeffrey Harkins. Expiration of Term: 12-31-28; and Wage Committee – Dennis Kelly as Alternate Chairman. Expiration of Term: 12-31-28. Councilman Deahl moved and Councilman Viktorin seconded to approve the appointments as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
Councilman Viktorin moved and Councilman Kelly seconded to designate Herb Doby as a Part-Time Mayor for calendar year 2025. Motion carried unanimously.
Attorney Eddington read Resolution No. 2025-1 approving the institutions as bank depositories and/or security broker/dealers for the City of Torrington during calendar year 2025. Clerk/Treasurer Strecker stated that the list is the same as last year except for Computershare Corporate Trust replaced Wells Fargo Bank. Mayor Doby inquired if the replacement mentioned is simply a name change. Clerk/Treasurer Strecker confirmed yes. Councilman Viktorin moved and Councilman Deahl seconded to approve Resolution No. 2025-1 as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
Attorney Eddington read Resolution No. 2025-2 authorizing the submission of a Wyoming Hazard Mitigation Assistance Grant Application to FEMA for the development of a Hazard Mitigation Scoping Project for the City of Torrington. Mayor Doby inquired what the purpose of this grant would be. Emergency Management Coordinator (EMC) Kenyon responded that Project Scoping is the new FEMA term for what was previously termed a Planning Grant. He stated that this grant was applied for in 2020 for the Wellfield Project and the City did not receive any funding. EMC Kenyon indicated that the Wellfield Project was reselected for this grant application as a mitigation project because of the wellfield’s proximity to the river. He commented that the elevation at which it sits puts it at risk for surface flooding in the event of river flooding. EMC Kenyon stated that the Water Department has historic examples of the water literally coming up to the wellfield. He indicated that staff also has security concerns. EMC Kenyon commented that a critical infrastructure security assessment was completed on the wellfield and stated that one of the things that the assessment recommended was physical protection of the system, both the wells and the control station. He indicated that the intent of submitting this grant application is to get funding to create the documentation, specifications, plan sets and information necessary to create a shovel ready mitigation project for a future grant application. Councilman Deahl questioned if the $25,000.00 City matching funds are budgeted or if there will have to be a budget amendment. Clerk/Treasurer Strecker replied that the timing of this project will not take place until FY26, so she will account for the matching funds in the next budget. EMC Kenyon commented that staff applied for the grant as an “Impoverished Community” requesting the 90% federal share with a 10% local match. He stated that there is a possibility that the City will not receive the ”Impoverished Community” status and match rate. EMC Kenyon indicated that if that occurs, the grant funding will revert to a 75% federal share with a 25% local match. He commented that the resolution reflects the 75% federal share with a 25% local match possibility to ensure that the higher amount is covered if need be. EMC Kenyon stated that the City will also be permitted to apply for grant administration costs of up to 5% of the project total which is approximately $12,500.00. He indicated that that cost is paid 100% by FEMA. Councilman Deahl moved and Councilman Kelly seconded to approve Resolution No. 2025-2 as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
Chief of Police Johnson presented for approval a vehicle purchase request in the amount of $8,000.00. He stated that he is seeking approval to make the purchase of another used Wyoming Highway Patrol police vehicle. Chief of Police Johnson indicated that the used vehicle is a 2019 Dodge Charger police package vehicle that has 124,000 miles. He commented that in addition to the vehicle they are also going to throw in a cage and radar units. Chief of Police Johnson stated that this purchase was not originally budgeted for this budget year, but indicated that the recent sale of two civilian 2018 Dodge Chargers generated enough to cover this unbudgeted cost. He commented that if the vehicle purchase is approved, he will also request approval to issue the payment for the vehicle prior to the next Council meeting. Chief of Police Johnson stated that the reason for the accelerated payment request is that the Wyoming Highway Patrol has been hanging on to this vehicle for a couple of weeks now and they have an invoice for the City ready to go since they are eager to get the vehicle out of their parking lot. Councilman Viktorin moved and Councilman Kelly seconded to approve the purchase of the used 2019 Dodge Charger police package vehicle from the Wyoming Highway Patrol in the amount of $8,000.00 and to authorize payment issuance for the vehicle prior to 01-14-25 as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
The bills from 12-18-24 to 01-07-25 were presented for payment. Councilman Kelly moved and Councilman Warren seconded to approve the bills for payment as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
Mayor Doby asked for public comments, questions or concerns.
Fire Chief Correa briefly updated the Mayor and Council on the calls that the Torrington Volunteer Fire Department responded to in the last couple of weeks.
Mayor Doby reminded residents who will be holding controlled burns to call the dispatch non-emergency line ahead of time to provide relevant information about the burn. The non-emergency phone number is (307) 532-7001.
Bob Peterson addressed the Mayor and Council. He expressed his opinion regarding the Mayor’s appointments and the outcome of the Public Meeting that was held on 10-30-24 to discuss the proposed changes to the Sanitation Ordinance.
Mayor Doby welcomed Councilman Richard Warren aboard.
Mayor Doby adjourned the meeting at 6:29 p.m.
The following bills were approved for payment: 80201 AT&T MOBILITY cardiac monitor transmission fees 16.73;80202 BLACK HILLS ENERGY utilities-gas 4388.58;80203 GOSHEN CO CONSTRUCTION LLC Well #16 Connection Project 83509.04;80204 REGIONAL CARE INC. select flex admin 126.00;80205 TORRINGTON EMPLOYEES INSURANCE select flex contributions 10966.50;80206 UNITED AMERICAN INSURANCE medicare premium/contract 141.00;80207 WY DEPT OF WORKFORCE SERVICES workers compensation 7751.54;80208 WY RETIREMENT SYSTEMS retirement 86077.54;80209 WY DEPT OF REVENUE sales tax 18290.20;80210 STANDARD INSURANCE CO premium-long term disability 2386.45;80211 AT&T MOBILITY modem-ambulance 40.04;80212 CITY OF TORRINGTON payroll withholding 374.00;80213 DAVID A. DENT Golf Pro Payable 362.03;80214 GOSHEN CO DISTRICT COURT CLERK payroll withholding 100.00;80215 GREAT-WEST TRUST CO LLC payroll withholding 2620.00;80216 MONTANA CSSD SDU payroll withholding 210.16;80217 NEW YORK LIFE payroll withholding 237.00; 80218 PLATTE CO payroll withholding 199.98;80219 SOUTH TORRINGTON WATER & SEWER DISTRICT museum-water/sewer 79.51;80220 VERIZON WIRELESS cell phones 528.19;80221 VIAERO WIRELESS cell phone,wireless hotspots 646.82;80222 ACTIVE911 INC. alerting subscription/add agency licenses 3.71; 80223 ADVANCED POOLS & SPAS INC. ½ down/repair gutter wall & ledge 6400.00;80224 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES float sensor for sump pump,hand soap,towing mirrors w/ aux turn signals,winter work gloves 487.38;80225 APCO INTERNATIONAL recertification for dispatcher 70.00;80226 B & B REPORTING INC. background check 44.95;80227 BADGER METER water meters 3972.84;80228 BANKERS BANK OF THE WEST LEASING CO INC. lease payment purchase 55193.50;80229 BELL PARK TOWERS deposit refund 17.36;80230 BIG WOOD TREE SERVICE LLC tree removals 1500.00;80231 BIVENS CONSTRUCTION INC. recycled asphalt 440.80;80232 BLOEDORN LUMBER CO-TORRINGTON BlueDowBoard,sealant,liquid nails adhesive,conduit,screws,nails,fasteners,led bulb,brackets,shelves, pipe thread compound,tape measure 195.10;80233 BOMGAARS SUPPLY INC. bulb,circuit tester,wheel chocks,spot mirror,hose bib,nipple,bushing,coupling,rhino ramp,lighted cords,detailers,floor mat,wiper blades,lynch pin,oil,pole saw,bolts,ratchet straps,led light sets,signs,Christmas lights,tree decor,money holders,pliers,ratchet,sawsall blades,vise grips,hyd fluid,ice scraper,mechanics sets,tool bag,wrench, bolts,antifreeze,cooler 1666.63;80234 BORDER STATES INDUSTRIES INC. glove clean/testing,meter base lug kits,meter base fifth jaw kits,power systems arresters,aluminum overhead triplex,bypass jumpers, black wire,meter base,standoffs,ct’s connectors,fuses,spool insulator,washers,elbows,pole stubbing bands,standoff brackets 11779.42;80235 CASELLE INC. contract support & maint 2158.00;80236 CENTURY LUMBER CENTER nipples,drill bits,mop,recycle container,fasteners,led light bulbs,roller covers, extension cord,spray paint,thread compound,tape,ball valve,mop handle,exterior paint,chip brush 298.18;80237 CENTURYLINK 911 data lines,LCCC hvac remote line,water telemetry line 1088.61;80238 CHRISTOPHER DOMEC deposit refund 7.01;80239 CNA SURETY bond 100.00;80240 CONNECTING POINT copier all-inclusive service contracts 478.30;80241 CUES INC. software & support plan 2560.00;80242 DANA KEPNER CO INC. mueller flare caps 189.00;80243 DBT TRANSPORTATION SERVICES LLC quarterly beacon maint 1120.75;80244 DENNIS ESTES mileage reimb 210.00;80245 ENERGY LABORATORIES INC. lab testing 824.00;80246 ENVIRO SERVICES INC. lab analysis 111.00;80247 ERIC ALDEN remaining unused kilowatt hour credit for 2024 586.68;80248 GOSHEN CO ECONOMIC ¼ cent sales tax 23824.57; 80249 GOSHEN CO TREASURER IT MOU support 83517.50;80250 HACH CO DPD free chlorine reagent dispenser & powder,DPD free refill vial 357.38;80251 HIGH PLAINS APARTMENTS deposit refund 196.33; 80252 IDEAL LINEN/BLUFFS FACILITY SOLUTION toilet bowl cleaner,disinfectant 119.00;80253 JEO CONSULTING GROUP INC. professional services-Well #5 Pump Replacement Project 1749.50;80254 JODY LUCKEY deposit refund 3.12;80255 KATH BROADCASTING CO LLC tower rent,City Council meetings 275.00;80256 KNOW HOW INC. batteries 559.80;80257 LEGACY COOPERATIVE pump out,ncc/tank switchout,switch out of coop tank,propane tank rent,supplies for Christmas party games,dyed diesel, commercial propane 11800.01;80258 LOFINK PANHANDLE LAWN CARE LLC 2025 prepaid lawn service/ discounted rate 357.00;80259 LUJAN CLEANING SERVICE LLC cleaning,window cleaning & upstairs 273.75;80260 MATHESON TRI-GAS INC. gloves,acculoc contact tip 228.09;80261 METAL SHOP AND REPAIR LLC fab shelf/mower decks,sq steel,caster wheels,espand steel 771.35;80262 MHC KENWORTH-CHEYENNE returns,filters,air dryer cartridges,filter lube,def,separator,oil,wb cart,battery,core 1589.61; 80263 MICHAEL A. RICHEY Airport Operator Contract 1666.67;80264 MICHAEL A. RICHEY air fuel 310.55; 80265 MICHELLE STIFLE ambulance overpayment refund 50.00;80266 MOUNTAIN STATES PIPE & SUPPLY CO INC. ERTs 21993.09;80267 MOUNTAIN WEST TECHNOLOGIES CORP TVFD internet service 101.00;80268 Void;80269 NE DEPT OF MOTOR VEHICLES driving records transcripts 17.00;80270 OLSON TIRE CO tire repair,prema rad patch 20.45;80271 O'REILLY AUTO ENTERPRISES LLC butt splice/Christmas lights,filter 19.88;80272 PITTMAN ELECTRIC LLC additional lights/sign 371.52;80273 POWERPLAN backhoe repairs 1783.92;80274 QUADIENT FINANCE USA INC. neopost postage 669.84;80275 RAILROAD MANAGEMENT CO license fee 439.23;80276 RAILROAD MANAGEMENT CO III LLC land lease 1536.09; 80277 RAYMOND MILLER mileage reimb 111.22;80278 RESPOND FIRST AID SYSTEMS OF WY 1st aid kit supplies 274.71;80279 RHONDA BECKMAN deposit refund 43.03;80280 RODGER ALLEN credit refund 52.10;80281 ROGER HABIG deposit refund 61.11;80282 SCHOLL INDUSTRIES bolts 181.63;80283 SMARTSIGN reflective signs,foam adhesive strips 194.38;80284 SMITH PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES LLC first responder mental health seminars 1812.26;80285 STARR TOOLS truck wheel stud installer 48.50; 80286 STRYKER SALES LLC freight charge/AED battery 10.25;80287 STUART C IRBY CO entrance caps, gloves 436.60;80288 TALITHA FLEENOR deposit refund 128.40;80289 TALOS TECHNOLOGIES cyber security 8781.25;80290 TEAM CHEVROLET handles 27.92;80291 THE L L JOHNSON DIST CO outer hub,rh spring,rh wheel pawl 402.97;80292 TORRINGTON FIRE DEPT professional services 1250.00;80293 TORRINGTON OFFICE SUPPLY receipt books,pens,file pockets,tab dividers,copy paper,calculator tape, storage box,push pins,staples,highlighters,time maste cobble,weekly planners,whiteboard,dry erase markers 863.68;80294 TORRINGTON ROTARY CLUB dues-Johnson,int'l & district/local,youth program, paul harris fund,meetings 235.00;80295 TORRINGTON TELEGRAM legals 2240.88;80296 TRANE US INC. bas router charge/solve networks 166.40;80297 TRI-STATE GARAGE DOORS vinyl door seal,change seals 219.50;80298 VYVE BROADBAND fiber internet,data lines 2014.42;80299 WAM-WCCA museum improvements installment 650.00;80300 WARREN & AMY KNOWLTON remaining unused kilowatt hour credit for 2024 103.85;80301 WATER INFORMATION SHARING & ANALYSIS CNT annual membership 580.00;80302 WESTCO contract unleaded 8412.18;80303 WY ASSOCIATION OF MUNICIPALITIES winter conference registrations 1325.00;80304 WY RETIREMENT SYSTEMS Torr Vol EMT Pension 37.50;80305 WY WATER QUALITY & POLLUTION CNTRL membership dues 210.00.

Public Notice No. 9217 published in The Torrington Telegram on January 17, 2025.