City of Torrington )
County of Goshen )
State of Wyoming )
The Torrington City Council met in regular session on Tuesday, December 16, 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, Assistant Chief of Police Connelly, Buildings & Grounds Superintendent Estes and Deputy City Treasurer Dockins.
Mayor Doby called the meeting to order.
Councilman Warren led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Doby led the session with informational announcements on the following items: 1. Mayor Doby stated that this will be the Council’s last meeting of the year. He indicated that the first Council meeting of 2026 will be on Tuesday, 12-06-26. Mayor Doby wished the public a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year on behalf of himself, the Council and employees of the City of Torrington. He urged the public to enjoy the peace, excitement, joy and celebration of the Christmas season and wished everyone a healthy and prosperous new year; and 2. Mayor Doby announced that in observance of the Christmas holiday, all City of Torrington offices will be closed on Thursday, 12-25-25 and on Friday, 12-26-25. He stated that City offices will be open all day on Wednesday, 12-24-25.
Councilman Kelly moved and Councilman Deahl seconded to approve the consent agenda which includes the minutes from the 12-02-25 Council meeting as published. Motion carried unanimously.
Councilman Viktorin moved and Councilman Warren seconded to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
Mayor Doby noted the time had arrived for the Mayor and Council to adjourn from regular session and convene as a Board of Adjustment.
Buildings & Grounds Superintendent Estes stated that B & B Land and Holding, LLC requested a final plat for the “Family Dentistry P.C. Subdivision” Addition. He indicated that the final plat has not changed from the preliminary plat that was previously approved. Buildings & Grounds Superintendent Estes commented that the Planning Commission approved the request at their 12-09-25 meeting, staff recommends approval and he has received no public comment. Mayor Doby opened the public hearing for consideration of the final plat request. He asked for public comments for or against the approval of the request, none were heard. The public hearing was closed. Councilman Deahl moved and Councilman Viktorin seconded to approve the final plat for the “Family Dentistry P.C. Subdivision” Addition as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
Buildings & Grounds Superintendent Estes stated that the Hattan Family Trust requested a final plat for the “Hattan Subdivision” Addition. He indicated that the request is for a 2.03 acre tract of land that will be split into a five to six lot subdivision to be known as the “Hattan Subdivision.” Buildings & Grounds Superintendent Estes commented that the final plat has not changed from the preliminary plat. He stated that he has received no public comment and indicated that staff recommends approval. Mayor Doby opened the public hearing for consideration of the final plat request. He asked for public comments for or against the approval of the request, none were heard. The public hearing was closed. Councilman Viktorin moved and Councilman Warren seconded to approve the final plat for the “Hattan Subdivision” Addition as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
Mayor Doby returned the Mayor and Council to regular session.
Attorney Eddington read by title AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AND RE-ENACTING SECTION 18.16.020 OF THE TORRINGTON MUNICIPAL CODE, 2025 REVISIONS, RELATING TO THE CITY OF TORRINGTON, WYOMING, AMENDING THE ZONING DISTRICT MAP BY ESTABLISHING “C-1A” ZONING FOR A TRACT OF LAND. Buildings & Grounds Superintendent Estes stated that the ordinance will establish the zoning for Lots 1 & 2 of the “Family Dentistry P.C. Subdivision” Addition. Councilman Viktorin moved and Councilman Kelly seconded to approve the ordinance on first reading as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
Attorney Eddington read by title AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AND RE-ENACTING SECTION 18.16.020 OF THE TORRINGTON MUNICIPAL CODE, 2025 REVISIONS, RELATING TO THE CITY OF TORRINGTON, WYOMING, AMENDING THE ZONING DISTRICT MAP BY ESTABLISHING “R-3” ZONING FOR A TRACT OF LAND. Buildings & Grounds Superintendent Estes stated that the ordinance will establish the zoning for Block 1, Lots D & E and Block 2, Lots A, B & C of the “Hattan Subdivision” Addition. Councilman Deahl moved and Councilman Viktorin seconded to approve the ordinance on first reading as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
Clerk/Treasurer Strecker presented for approval the Performance Evaluation & Merit Increase Request. She stated that 84 evaluations were completed and indicated that the results were as follows: Extraordinary – 26 Employees (31%); Exceeds Expectations – 34 Employees (40%); Fully Meets Expectations – 14 Employees (17%); Meets Expectations – 10 Employees (12%); Not Fully Meeting Expectations – No Employees; and Does Not Meet Expectations – No Employees. Clerk/Treasurer Strecker commented that the average performance score was 4.14, the median performance score was 4.20 and the average merit increase was $0.50 per hour. She stated that the median merit increase was $0.45 per hour and indicated that the merit pay stipend for 11 employees is $8,565.00. Clerk/Treasurer Strecker commented that the average performance scores were slightly higher than last year, but stated that the total amount of the merit increases decreased due to the new policy that was adopted in December of 2024. She indicated that the FY26 Budget increase will be approximately $56,337.50. Councilman Deahl moved and Councilman Kelly seconded to approve the Performance Evaluation & Merit Increase Request as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
Clerk/Treasurer Strecker presented for approval amendments to the policy handbook in regard to the creation of Sick Leave Upon Separation of Employment (For Employees Hired After January 1, 2026) and Sick Leave Upon Retirement (For Employees Hired Before January 1, 2026) Policies. She briefly summarized the newly created policies: 1. The Sick Leave Upon Separation of Employment (For Employees Hired After January 1, 2026) was created to allow for sick leave pay-out for eligible employees upon separation of employment. Employees who meet the required qualification would be eligible to receive 50% of the value of sick leave with a cap of 750 hours, up to a maximum of $7,500.00 upon separation of employment; and 2. The Sick Leave Upon Retirement (For Employees Hired Before January 1, 2026) was separated out from the Sick Leave Policy and made into a policy of its own. The maximum cash payout was changed from $5,000.00 to $7,500.00 to match the new policy for Sick Leave Upon Separation of Employment. Language was added to clarify the procedure for married couples who both work for the City and are eligible to participate in the sick leave conversion to health care coverage under this policy. Added language to allow a retired employee who turns 65 to roll-over any remaining sick leave balance into the City’s Medicare supplement plan. Councilman Viktorin moved and Councilman Warren seconded to approve the amendments to the policy handbook in regard to the creation of Sick Leave Upon Separation of Employment (For Employees Hired After January 1, 2026) and Sick Leave Upon Retirement (For Employees Hired Before January 1, 2026) Policies as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
Clerk/Treasurer Strecker presented for approval amendments to the policy handbook in regard to the Sick Leave, Separation of Employment and Reclassification Procedure Policies. She briefly summarized the changes made to each individual policy: 1. The Sick Leave Policy was amended by removing Sick Leave Upon Retirement and creating a new separate policy. Clarification was added to Sick Leave Upon Separation of Employment for employees hired before January 1, 2026; 2. Minor changes were made to the wording of the Separation of Employment Policy clarifying language between will and may; and 3. Minor changes were made within the Reclassification Procedure Policy streamlining the procedure to make it align with current practices. Councilman Deahl moved and Councilman Warren seconded to approve the amendments to the policy handbook in regard to the Sick Leave, Separation of Employment and Reclassification Procedure Policies as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
The bills from 12-03-25 to 12-16-25 were presented for payment. Councilman Kelly moved and Councilman Viktorin 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 (TVFD) responded to in the last couple of weeks. He also gave a brief update on the Christmas parade and Shop with a Cop events that the department participated in. Fire Chief Correa stated that the department also escorted Santa Claus around to various schools, daycares and to the Senior Friendship Center, and indicated that they hosted Governor Gordon for a roundtable discussion.
Councilman Deahl reminded the public to participate in the Fire Department’s fundraisers.
Councilman Viktorin wished the staff, residents and businesses of the City a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Mayor Doby adjourned the meeting at 7:00 p.m.
The following bills were approved for payment: 82796 RICE LAKE WEST INC. FY2020 Wastewater Pre-Treatment Facility Project 564532.29;82797 RICE LAKE WEST INC. FY2020 Wastewater Pre-Treatment Facility Project retainage 29712.23;82798 TRIHYDRO CORP FY2020 Wastewater Pre-Treatment Facility Project 57039.91;82799 VYVE BROADBAND fiber internet,data lines 2167.97;82800 ACCUSCREEN MOBILE DRUG TESTING SERVICES DOT drug test 65.00;82801 AFLAC payroll withholding 534.18;82802 AMAN HOSPITALITY deposit refund 48.91;82803 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES laminating sheets,wireless mouse,zip ties,tie wrap gun kit,waders,toner cartridges,calendars,swiffer mop,planner, outdoor timers,label printer paster,pens,emergency kits,address labels,credit card paper,envelopes, correction tape,post it notes,batteries,return 1402.23;82804 APCO INTERNATIONAL group memberships 391.00;82805 ASSOC OF PUBLIC TREASURERS-US & CANADA annual membership renewal 159.00;82806 AXON ENTERPRISE INC. annual payment/body camera contract 12576.24;82807 B & B REPORTING INC. background checks 100.40;82808 BOB RUWART MOTORS vehicle repairs 316.76;82809 BROWN CO chain saw chain,saw blade 87.06;82810 CASELLE INC. maintenance & support 2652.00;82811 CASPER MANUFACTURING brackets 281.56;82812 CENTURY LUMBER CENTER pex,elbows,ball valve,clip, coupling,saw blade,cover,20A gfci,gang box covers,alum,door sweep,screws,duplex outlets,tube,clamps, connectors,tee,polish,level,fasteners,cable ties,tie wires,propane cylinder,razor,caulk,c-clamp,paint, brushes 673.63;82813 CITY OF TORRINGTON FY26 Fire Incentives 12868.20;82814 CNA SURETY Wyoming blanket notary errors & omissions policy 100.00;82815 COMMUNITY HOSPITAL ambulance supplies 169.37;82816 CONNECTING POINT copier all-inclusive service contracts 509.50;82817 CONTRACTORS MATERIALS INC. spray paint 142.80;82818 COTTONWOOD COUNTRY CLUB 50% rental fee-2025 cottonwood country club shed 830.00;82819 CRESTON WATER SOLUTIONS INC. chemicals-H2O treatment plant 1600.00;82820 Void;82821 DAVID A. DENT Golf Pro Payable 173.83;82822 DEAN MCCLAIN repair tug reimb 53.26;82823 DIVERSIFIED SERVICES INC. cleaning services 360.00;82824 DOT FAA ESC AJW-ON-WSA-25-NM-007242 reimburse agreement 19400.19;82825 EAKES INC. m-fold towels 27.23;82826 ELK ECO-CYCLE dumpster pick-ups 75.00;82827 ENERGY LABORATORIES INC. lab testing 477.00;82828 ENVIRO SERVICES INC. lab analysis 111.00;82829 ERIC REICHERT INSULATION & CONSTRUCTION water hydrant meter deposit refund less water used 1469.50;82830 FASTENAL CO filters 35.96;82831 FERGUSON WATERWORKS #1116 arch curb boxes,rods 2420.00;82832 FIVE STAR PRINT & PROMO 1099 window envelopes 225.25;82833 FLIGHT LIGHT INC. isolation transformer 2172.12;82834 FR CLOTHING & SUPPLY fire resistant clothing 1632.30;82835 FRANK PARTS CO oil, filters,loom-split poly,hose fittings,chain link,vent plug,diesel additive,air filter gauge,hex key set, coupling,cv axle 967.24;82836 G & L CONCRETE concrete 880.00;82837 GMES LLC glove bag 34.81; 82838 GO GOSHEN monthly contribution 1666.67;82839 GO GOSHEN ¼ cent sales tax 24471.53;82840 GORSUCH AND SONS INC. fencing parts/repair 1471.74;82841 Void;82842 GREAT WEST TRUST CO LLC payroll withholding 2585.00;82843 GREATAMERICA FINANCIAL SERVICES CORP copier leases 356.00; 82844 HAWKINS INC. sodium hydroxide 2475.51;82845 HIGH PLAINS APARTMENTS deposit refund 76.02;82846 IDEAL LINEN/BLUFFS FACILITY SOLUTION mats,scrapers,sam dust/energy fees,garments, sam garment fees,sam linen,coveralls,mops,towels 639.87;82847 IDEAL LINEN/BLUFFS FACILITY SOLUTION trash bags,paper towels,cleaner 1349.29;82848 JAMES A. EDDINGTON PC City Attorney 9400.00;82849 JOHN B. PATRICK Municipal Court Judge 2000.00;82850 JOSEPH A. CLARKE clean fans 270.00;82851 KARISMA BELL deposit refund 108.43;82852 KATH BROADCASTING CO LLC tower rent, Council minutes 475.00;82853 KIRSTEN TUCKER deposit refund 171.43;82854 LAWSON PRODUCTS INC. nuts,washers,screws 159.64;82855 LEGACY COOPERATIVE ruby dyed diesel,dyed diesel 10977.63;82856 LIFEMED SAFETY INC. electrode pads 220.00;82857 MARLA ANN MINER deposit refund,unused kilowatt hour credit 174.08;82858 MATHESON TRI-GAS INC. lens cleaning towelettes 31.99;82859 MEDICAL AIR SERVICES ASSOCIATION medical air transport insurance premium 1596.00;82860 METAL SHOP AND REPAIR LLC fabricate lift hooks,flat iron,fabricate plates/handrails,angle iron 637.00;82861 MHC KENWORTH return,filters,wb cart,oil,def,cartridge,separators 2541.31;82862 MIRACLE PLAYSYSTEMS lll LLC toddler swing seats 657.00;82863 MONTANA CSSD SDU payroll withholding 210.16;82864 MONTANA CSSD SDU payroll withholding 686.11;82865 MOOREHOUSE INC. pea gravel 200.00;82866 MS LORRI CAR WASH LLC car washes 60.00;82867 MUNICIPAL ENERGY AGENCY OF NE wholesale power 434311.51;82868 NCPERS GROUP LIFE INS payroll withholding 176.00;82869 NEW HOPE COUNSELING individual session 100.00;82870 NEW YORK LIFE payroll withholding 227.00;82871 NORTHEAST COMMUNITY COLLEGE training/safety courses 1064.25;82872 NORTHWEST PIPE FITTINGS INC. epoxy coated sleeve 490.63;82873 OLSON TIRE CO tire repairs 116.72;82874 ONE CALL OF WY tickets for CDC code TRG 95.55;82875 O'REILLY AUTO ENTERPRISES LLC capsule,test leads,wipes,filters,wiper blades,oil, wd-40,cambuckle,cargo straps,drill brush 190.41;82876 PAULA BOLTON deposit refund 240.54;82877 PINNACLE BANK travel expenses-meals/lodging,membership fees,vehicle wash,training,reimbursable stock supplies,Christmas party supplies,air fresheners,refund,brake master cylinder,latching solenoid, thermal sweatshirt,protection plan,calendars,registration fees,storage rack 3592.06;82878 PITTMAN ELECTRIC LLC install plug-ins/remove heaters 1585.00;82879 PLATTE CO payroll withholding 199.98; 82880 POMP'S TIRE SERVICE tires,casings,mounts/dismounts,valve stems 2525.12;82881 POWERPLAN window pane,window pane seal 360.83;82882 PPCT MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS INC. police force manual & certificates 859.98;82883 PRINT EXPRESS INC. UPS,season passes 283.64;82884 PRO QUALITY PEST CONTROL rodent control 90.00;82885 PYE BARKER FIRE AND SAFETY alarm/hood/extinguisher inspections 1024.00;82886 QUADIENT FINANCE USA INC. neopost postage 849.09;82887 RAM SOFTWARE SYSTEMS INC. aim billing setup/training,module 1738.33;82888 SEAWESTERN FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT blocking hoods-City ½ 414.73;82889 SNOW CREST CHEMICALS LLC hot water closed loop contract 145.00;82890 STUART C IRBY CO glove testing 1325.80;82891 TOM TROXEL Christmas party table cloths reimb 11.05;82892 TORRINGTON TELEGRAM ad,legals 1587.98;82893 U S POSTMASTER first class presort/annual fee,credit for postage 1620.00;82894 UNITED AMERICAN INSURANCE medicare premium contract 450.00;82895 VALLEY MERCANTILE CO INC. batteries,filters 205.79;82896 VALLEY MOTOR SUPPLY filters,def,cqblu,antifreeze 192.63;82897 VEOLIA WTS USA INC. monthly chemical management 7769.04;82898 VERIZON WIRELESS TVFD cell phones 127.28;82899 WESTCO contract unleaded 6437.50;82900 WY AIRPORT SERVICES LLC air fuel 335.16;82901 WY AIRPORT SERVICES LLC Airport Operator Contract 1987.50;82902 WY ASSOC RURAL WATER virtual mini conference registration 249.00;82903 WY ASSOCIATION OF MUNICIPALITIES WAM Convention registration 270.00;82904 WY MACHINERY CO oil,elements 234.31;82905 WYRULEC CO FY26 firefighter incentives,Landfill Electric 3749.21;82906 D A R E senior Christmas program donations 2700.00;82907 GOSHEN CO SENIOR FRIENDSHIP CENTER senior Christmas program donation 980.00
Public Notice No. 9516 published in The Torrington Telegram on December 31, 2025.
