On the agenda: Rock Springs Minutes — Flock camera (Oct 6)

City of Rock Springs )
County of Sweetwater )
State of Wyoming
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City Council met in regular session on October 6, 2026. Mayor Max Mickelson called the
meeting to order at 7 p.m. Members present included Councilors Thompson, Milonas, Demas,
Hickerson, Zotti, Hanson, Pedri, and Bingham. Department Heads present included JJ Syvrud,
Paul Kauchich, Jordan Allen, and Matt McBurnett. The pledge of allegiance was recited.
COUNCIL UPDATES
Councilor Thompson highlighted the Walk with the Light event at the College, stating that it had
a great turnout.
Councilor Milonas attended the Inside Connection Gala and spoke to constituents about nuisance
issues and flooding.
Councilor Demas attended the Walk with the Light event, the Mobile Food Pantry, the Joint
Powers Combined Communications meeting, and the Rocky Mountain Power presentation where
a proposed rate increase was discussed.
Councilor Hickerson spoke with constituents about the Golf Course and ebikes.
Councilor Zotti took a tour of the Golf Course with Parks and Recreation Director, JJ Syvrud. He
also spoke with constituents about the Golf Course and ebikes He also cautioned the community
to do their homework about the property taxes on the upcoming ballot.
Councilor Hanson attended several committee meetings at the Young-at-Heart Senior Center and
went to the Young American Football League Superbowl. He spoke with constituents about the
Civic Center, ebikes and upcoming elections.
Councilor Pedri recently wrapped up the high school rodeo season and started volleyball. He
spoke with constituents about painting curbs and sidewalk replacement. He reminded the
community about the upcoming Shop Local event at the Events Complex.
Councilor Bingham attended the Inside Connection Gala, the Rocky Mountain Power
presentation, testified with the Public Service Commission, and went on a tour of the Golf Course
with Mr. Syvrud. He met with the BLM about the Resource Management Plan and spoke with the
Bill Erspamer, Police Chief, about amendments to the ebike ordinance. Mr. Bingham also spoke
with constituents about school zones.
Mayor Mickelson highlighted the community’s concern about balancing the needs of the School
District the impact a proposed road may have on residents.
CONSENT AGENDA
Approval of Minutes

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A. City Council Meeting Minutes of September 15, 2026 and Special City Council Meeting
Minutes of September 15, 2026
Appointments
A. Sweetwater County Joint Travel & Tourism Board—Jessica Florencio, 2nd Term
Council Committee and Board Reports
A. Specific Purpose Tax Joint Powers Board Meeting Minutes of August 10, 2026
B. Joint Powers Telecom Board Meeting Minutes of August 19, 2026
C. Joint Powers Combined Communication Board Meeting Minutes of August 24, 2026
D. Urban Renewal Agency Commission Meeting Minutes of September 14, 2026
Correspondence
Letter from the Rock Springs Community Chest regarding the donation of four bronze bust
statues to the City.

Moved by Councilor Hickerson, seconded by Councilor Demas to approve the Consent Agenda.
Motion carried unanimously.
BID OPENINGS
Councilor Milonas asked what WRF stands for, to which Paul Kauchich, Director of
Engineering/Operations & Public Services clarified that it is the Water Reclamation Facility. Mr.
Milonas asked whether the bid was for someone to look at the pipes at the facility. Mr. Kauchich
explained that the bid was for a video van, which the staff would use to look in the pipes
throughout the city.
WRF CCTV Pipeline Inspection System
Contractor
1. Ten Point Sales & Marketing
2. Western Precision

Address
9500 W 49th Ave Unit A100
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
1005 County Road 273
Robertson, WY 82944

Bid Amount
$364,160
$378,926.09

PUBLIC HEARINGS
A Public Hearing on a Renewal Application for a Local Simulcasting Permit from 307 Horse
Racing, LLC, located at 1030 Dewar Drive, Rock Springs, Wyoming (New Business #1)

Brent Rhodes, Attorney for Wyoming Downs and 307 Horse Racing, addressed the Mayor and
Council to commend the staff for making the application process painless. Councilor Milonas
questioned what income this would bring to the City. Mr. Rhodes explained that the funds are
distributed based on a per city, per county basis. Matt McBurnett, Director of Administrative
Services, added that the City saw $1,206,545.89 in the last year, with 1% coming back to
Sweetwater County, half of which goes to the city where the venue is located.
Councilor Pedri questioned how these permits are regulated and how often they are checked. Mr.
Rhodes stated that the Wyoming Gaming Commission has both regulatory and policing authority.
He added that the percentages are controlled by Wyoming State Statute.

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A Public Hearing on a Renewal Application for a Local Simulcasting Permit from Wyoming
Downs, LLC, located at 2201 Foothill Boulevard, Rock Springs, Wyoming (New Business #2)

No comments were made.
A Public Hearing on an Application for a new Bar and Grill Liquor License by Mad Griff
Hospitality, LLC, located at 604 Broadway Street, Rock Springs, Wyoming (New Business #3)

No Comments were made.
PETITIONS
Teanna Gandy shared an events calendar and encouraged the community to support local events
and organizations, emphasizing that showing up for one another can make a difference in mental
health, bullying prevention, and community support. She also highlighted donations to the
backpack program, the upcoming golf tournament in Green River, and Cowboys Against Cancer
Senator John Kolb addressed the Mayor and Council to discuss any concerns they may have
before legislative session. Proposition 1 and property tax reductions were discussed, with Senator
Kolb explaining that the proposal does not include a plan to backfill lost revenue and
emphasizing the importance of protecting the Permanent Mineral Trust Fund for future
generations. The group also discussed Flock cameras, with Mayor Mickelson and others
expressing concerns about privacy and constitutional rights. The Mayor confirmed the City does
not operate Flock cameras and has no plans to do so. Senator Kolb also encouraged residents to
apply for the 50% long-term property tax reduction by March 1.
April Ecker, who lives near the high school, shared concerns about repeated incidents involving
juveniles on her property, including attempts to break into vehicles, damage to her door, and
tampering with her security cameras. She questioned why police could not investigate the most
recent incident as trespassing or vandalism. Mayor Mickelson explained that police can only
enforce existing ordinances and offered to ask the Legal Department to consider an ordinance
addressing this type of disruptive behavior. He also offered to have the Police Chief speak with
her about the situation.
Robert Klein recognized Richard Carlson, who will have served in Rock Springs for 50 years as
of October 24, as the head pastor of Rock Springs Evangelical Free Church and an author, with
his final sermon scheduled for October 25.
Ruben Grandy, local Boy Scout, inquired about the concerns surrounding e-bikes. Mayor
Mickelson explained that residents have raised concerns because e-bikes are not currently well
regulated in the City, can be difficult to hear, and may travel at high speeds. The City is working
with the Police Department and residents on a potential ordinance to improve safety and prevent
accidents. Mr. Grandy also asked about casinos, and Mayor Max clarified that casinos are not
legal in Wyoming, but historic horse racing is permitted at certain venues.
BILLS AND CLAIMS
Rock Springs Housing Authority Bills and Claims for October 6, 2026

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Moved by Councilor Demas, seconded by Councilor Zotti to approve the bills and claims for the
Rock Springs Housing Authority for October 6, 2026. Motion carried with Councilors Pedri and
Thompson abstaining.
Bills and Claims for October 6, 2026
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Rocky Mountain Reserve
First Bank
WY Dept. of Revenue
Sun Life
Ahenakew, Vanessa
Airgas
Alliance
Amazon
Amundsen Construction
Anderson, Aleesa
Ascentia Real Estate
Aspen Construction
AT&T
Badger Meter
Battery Systems
Best Value Rentals
Bitter Creek Enterprises
Bloedorn Lumber
Bridgerland Carquest
Brokerage Southwest
Bull Investments
Camfil
Cantrell, Gracie
Carrington Pointe Apts.
Castle Cleaning
Castle Rock Veterinary
Center Street Service
Centurylink
CGRS
City of Rock Springs
Communication Technologies
Cowboys Against Cancer

Health Insurance
HSA
Credit Card
Sales Tax
Life Insurance
Housing Assistance
Parts & Supplies
Physicals
Parts & Supplies
Utility Refund
Housing Assistance
Housing Assistance
Contract Agreement
Wireless Utility
Meter Reading Software
Sewer Supplies
Housing Assistance
Housing Assistance
Fire Supplies
Parts & Supplies
Housing Assistance
Housing Assistance
Parts & Supplies
Housing Assistance
Housing Assistance
Cleaning Services
Veterinary Services
Tow Service
Wireless Utility
Inspections
Health Insurance
Labor & Repair
Sponsorship

4

$87,470.86
$360.90
$18,914.54
$1,544.20
$1,443.98
$73.00
$1,169.63
$350.00
$4,974.44
$119.73
$81.00
$473.00
$563,380.34
$3,889.06
$901.20
$464.52
$1,505.00
$579.00
$1,034.28
$278.51
$631.00
$298.00
$2,922.34
$60.00
$6,110.00
$2,460.00
$1,942.19
$125.00
$311.65
$1,225.00
$344,200.34
$62.75
$1,000.00

City Council Meeting 10/06/26

Cruz, Brenda
Davenport, Demetrius
Debernardi Construction
Dell
Dennis Hughes
Desert View Animal
Detectachem
Dex Imaging
DJ's Glass
Doug Mehal
E2 Electrical
Edmund Myska
Elite Plumbing
Elwood Staffing
Enbridge Gas
Environmental Express
Environmental Resource Assoc.
Ezliner Industries
Faigl, Christine
Fastenal
Fedex
Firstnet
Fisher Scientific
Fun Express
Galls
Hach Chemical
Half Moon Investments
Hallie Johnson
Harbor Freight
HD Supply
Hernandez, Fredy
Hiler, Justina
Hill's Pet Nutrition
Hilstad, Cody
Homax Oil
Hydro-Tech
Ikon Fire
Infosend
Integrated Well Services

Housing Assistance
Housing Assistance
Contract Agreement
Computers
Utility Refund
Veterinary Services
Police Supplies
Copier Maintenance
Labor & Repair
Reimbursement
Labor & Repair
Utility Refund
Labor & Repair
Temporary Staff
Gas Utility
Sewer Supplies
Sewer Supplies
Parts & Supplies
Housing Assistance
Parts & Supplies
Shipping
Wireless Utility
Sewer Supplies
Parts & Supplies
Police Supplies
Sewer Supplies
Housing Assistance
Utility Refund
Parts & Supplies
Sewer Supplies
Housing Assistance
Housing Assistance
Veterinary Supplies
Housing Assistance
Gas, Oil, Lube
Contract Agreement
Fire Supplies
Bulk Mailing
Labor & Repair

5

$50.00
$84.00
$74,039.91
$21,412.84
$226.32
$1,859.46
$39.50
$61.55
$40.00
$87.04
$2,189.93
$62.38
$1,928.68
$88,051.11
$7,888.34
$1,772.25
$1,097.36
$795.84
$372.00
$17.15
$323.39
$1,595.15
$2,065.68
$547.31
$182.29
$724.96
$623.00
$92.29
$53.98
$1,412.56
$290.00
$94.00
$977.03
$1,008.00
$1,102.45
$38,500.00
$309.21
$10,421.02
$34,326.00

City Council Meeting 10/06/26

Jackman Construction
Jeremy or Alejandra Adams
JFC Engineers
Jim's Upholstery
JME Fire
Joint Powers Water Board
Jordan Atencio
Kenworth Sales
Kimberly Circle Apts.
L.N. Curtis
Landmark Aquatic
Lee, Christine
Life Assist
Linda Bolles
Majhanovich, Richard
Mann, Cassandra
Marincic Property
Marlene Johnston
Mauser Packaging
McGee, Hearne & Paiz
Mellisa Watson
Memorial Hospital
Merchant McIntyre
Michelle or Caleb Moore
Miera, Cellia
Model Signs
Monte Vista Construction
Moon River
MTS Partners
Multi Service Technology
Murdochs
North American Directory
Nu Art Memorial
Nunex, Lilia
Nutrien AG Solutions
Oliva, Vanessa
One Call
Owen Equipment
Peak Environmental

Retainage
Utility Refund
Contract Agreement
Labor & Repair
Fire Supplies
Water Usage
Utility Refund
Parts & Supplies
Housing Assistance
Fire Supplies
Labor & Repair
Housing Assistance
Fire Supplies
Cemetery Buyback
Housing Assistance
Housing Assistance
Housing Assistance
Utility Refund
Sewer Supplies
Audit Expenses
Utility Refund
Legal Draws
Contract Agreement
Utility Refund
Housing Assistance
Fire Supplies
Labor & Repair
Utility Refund
Police Supplies
Parts & Supplies
Parts & Supplies
Advertisements
Labor & Repair
Housing Assistance
Parts & Supplies
Housing Assistance
Locates
Sewer Supplies
Parts & Supplies

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$95,726.15
$118.92
$36,213.33
$375.00
$1,275.82
$447,003.72
$98.54
$933.21
$589.00
$5,339.64
$6,624.88
$13.00
$1,174.58
$412.50
$341.00
$31.00
$726.00
$51.53
$175.00
$30,000.00
$72.75
$1,736.00
$7,500.00
$43.35
$82.00
$611.75
$16,623.00
$33.85
$1,825.00
$2,935.50
$224.89
$600.00
$1,950.00
$73.00
$16,695.88
$31.00
$485.10
$198.62
$980.00

City Council Meeting 10/06/26

Pederson, Melissa
Pedri Investments
Penoff, Christopher
Pitney Bowes
Polydyne
Power Engineering
Precision Arc & Coating
Premier Vehicle
Quikrete Asphalt
R & D Sweeping
Raido Network
Real Kleen Janitorial
Redi Services
Reichenburg, Acura
Rentgrow Inc
Richard Chaulk
RS Chamber of Commerce
RS Creekside Apts
RS IV Center
RS Municipal Utility
RS Newspapers
Rocky Mountain Air
Rocky Mountain Power
Rocky Mountain Wash
Rolloff 307
Ron's Ace Rental
RS Apartments
RS Refrigeration
County Communications
Ryan or Jessica Chandler
Schofield Law
Servicemaster Clean
Sew Crazy
Sewer Pros
Shell, Misty
Siddoway, Amber
Skaggs Companies
Smart Dwellings
Southwest Real Estate

Housing Assistance
Housing Assistance
Housing Assistance
Maintenance Contract
Sewer Supplies
Parts & Supplies
Labor & Repair
Police Supplies
Parts & Supplies
Contract Agreement
Advertising
Janitorial Supplies
Portable Restroom Rentals
Housing Assistance
Background Checks
Utility Refund
Appropriation
Housing Assistance
Fire Supplies
Water Utility
Legal Advertising
Parts & Supplies
Power Supply
Fleet Washes
Dumpster Rental
Parts & Supplies
Housing Assistance
Parts & Supplies
Contract Agreement
Utility Refund
Legal Fees
Labor & Repair
Labor & Repair
Refund
Housing Assistance
Reimbursement
Fire Supplies
Utility Refund
Housing Assistance

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$72.00
$416.00
$358.00
$452.03
$8,142.00
$322.35
$7,851.28
$52,319.12
$2,361.00
$73,964.87
$1,534.00
$1,863.25
$1,260.00
$97.00
$317.00
$53.65
$5,250.00
$3,708.00
$1,141.99
$97,295.94
$3,461.29
$1,055.87
$209,076.43
$132.00
$475.00
$9,389.25
$3,911.00
$180.81
$2,362.87
$408.03
$130.00
$1,400.49
$20.00
$6,005.50
$98.00
$143.26
$967.00
$29.73
$3,630.00

City Council Meeting 10/06/26

Starnik
Stephan Alcron
Strickland, Alicia
Sunrise Engineering
Super Vacuum Manufacturing
SW County Board of Health
SW County Health
SW County Sheriff’s Office
SW County Solid Waste
SW County Treasurer
Sweetwater Heights
Tafoya, Janet
Teton Hydraulics
Thatcher Co.
The Spyglass Group
The UPS Store
Titleist
Towncloud
Trojan Technologies
Trublue Tech.
Turf Equipment
Uniforms2Gear
United Site Services
UPS
USPS
Vaughn's Plumbing
Vega Americas
Velodyne
Verizon Wireless
Vermeer Rocky Mountain
Walker Display
Wamco Lab
Ware, Ted
Water's Edge Services
Watson, Morgan
Western WY Beverage
Wevolve Counseling
Willow Street Rentals
Winsupply

Licensing Fees
Housing Assistance
Housing Assistance
Contract Agreement
Fire Supplies
Appropriation
Water Testing
Boarding Fees
Refrigerator Disposal
Contract Agreement
Housing Assistance
Housing Assistance
Labor & Repair
Sewer Supplies
Audit Services
Shipping
Special Order
Software
Sewer Supplies
Recertification
Parts & Supplies
Police Supplies
Portable Restroom Rentals
Shipping
Postage
Parts & Supplies
Sewer Supplies
Sewer Supplies
Wireless Utility
Parts & Supplies
Parts & Supplies
Sewer Testing
Housing Assistance
Labor & Repair
Housing Assistance
Concessions
Contract Agreement
Housing Assistance
Parts & Supplies

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$36,100.00
$72.38
$94.00
$60,705.38
$25.00
$15,000.00
$2,600.00
$4,000.00
$20.00
$75.00
$498.00
$98.00
$3,041.98
$11,224.08
$5,032.56
$170.25
$154.42
$12,000.00
$1,053.42
$370.33
$3,659.63
$2,863.96
$82.87
$345.08
$1,300.32
$225.00
$2,365.45
$45.89
$1,903.68
$25.44
$516.34
$2,400.00
$1,544.00
$7,060.96
$71.00
$255.00
$4,700.00
$371.00
$24,368.70

City Council Meeting 10/06/26

Wyo Foss
WY Assoc of Municipalities
WY Bearing & Supply
WY First Aid
WY Law Enforcement Academy
WY Machinery
WY Secretary of State
Wyoming.com
Zachary Barker
Zamboni & Co.

Housing Assistance
Membership Dues
Parts & Supplies
Parts & Supplies
Police Supplies
Sewer Supplies
Notary Fees
Domain
Utility Refund
Parts & Supplies
Total

$1,130.00
$30,764.00
$220.93
$255.39
$1,683.15
$220.35
$60.00
$60.00
$382.38
$515.03
$2,770,390.31

EE Dues
Section 529 Plan
EE Health Equity
457 Plan
Payroll
EE Benefits
Fire Benefits
Police Benefits
EE Deferred
EE Deferred
Total

$1,317.30
$400.00
$22,060.48
$712.50
$861,464.77
$90,170.88
$46,260.98
$34,172.56
$2,243.59
$13,982.27
$1,072,785.33

Report Checks September 22, 2026
RS Fire Fighters Assn 1499
Goldman Sachs & Co.
City Treasurer
Fiduciary Trust Co. of NH
Paycom
Wyoming Retirement
Wyoming Retirement
Wyoming Retirement
MissionSquare
Great West Life & Annuity

Moved by Councilor Demas, seconded by Councilor Hanson to approve the bills and claims for
October 6, 2026. Motion carried unanimously.
Salaries for September 22, 2026: $861,464.77
Moved by Councilor Demas, seconded by Councilor Hickerson to approve the salaries for
September 22, 2026. Motion carried with Councilor Thompson abstaining.
NEW BUSINESS
Request from the Administrative Services Department for approval of a Renewal Application for a
Local Simulcasting Permit from 307 Horse Racing, LLC, located at 1030 Dewar Drive, Rock
Springs, Wyoming

Moved by Councilor Demas, seconded by Councilor Bingham to approve the request. Motion
carried with Councilor Pedri voting no.

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Councilor Milonas questioned whether they would have to sign up every year. Mr. McBurnett
verified that this application was a renewal and would be revisited 90 days before the permit
expires in 2028.
Request from the Administrative Services Department for approval of a Renewal Application for
Local Simulcasting Permit from Wyoming Downs, LLC, located at 2201 Foothill Boulevard, Rock
Springs, Wyoming

Moved by Councilor Demas, seconded by Councilor Hickerson to approve the request. Motion
carried with Councilor Pedri voting no.
Request from the Administrative Services Department for an approval of an Application for a new
Bar and Grill Liquor License by Mad Griff Hospitality, LLC, located at 604 Broadway Street, Rock
Springs, Wyoming

Moved by Councilor Demas, seconded by Councilor Zotti to approve the request. Motion carried
unanimously.
Councilor Milonas asked if the item involved was previously Bitter Creek Brewing and
questioned why a new license was needed if the business had previously purchased one. Mayor
Mickelson explained that the current owners are not the original owners and therefore must go
through the required licensing process, as outlined in the Action Brief System Form. Councilor
Hickerson clarified that the previous business had a different type of license, and are now apply
for the Bar and Grill License.
Request from the Police Department for permission to apply for the 2026 Patrick Leahy Bulletproof
Vest Partnership Grant to provide partial funding for replacement bulletproof vests, in the amount
of $5,000

Moved by Councilor Thompson, seconded by Councilor Zotti to approve the request. Motion
carried unanimously.
Request from Rock Springs High School for approval of the Homecoming Parade Route, to take
place on October 7, 2026 beginning at 5:00 p.m.

Moved by Councilor Demas, seconded by Councilor Hanson to approve the request. Motion
carried unanimously.
Request for five Malt Beverage Permits from Sarah Wurst for the Rock Springs Miners Hockey
Games on October 8, 16, 24 & 30, and November 13, 2026, from 4 p.m.—11 p.m. at the Rock
Springs Recreation Center Ice Arena

Moved by Councilor Hanson, seconded by Councilor Hickerson to approve the request. Motion
carried unanimously.
RESOLUTIONS
Resolution 2026-128 A RESOLUTION APPROVING TANAGER BANK TO BE
DESIGNATED AS DEPOSITORY FOR PUBLIC FUNDS, was read by title.

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Moved by Councilor Hickerson, seconded by Councilor Demas to approve Resolution 2026-128.
Motion carried unanimously.
Resolution 2026-129 A RESOLUTION OF THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
ROCK SPRINGS, WYOMING, ACCEPTING AND APPROVING A CONTRACT WITH
DEBERNARDI CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC., FOR THE 2026 CONCRETE
REPLACEMENT PHASE II PROGRAM, was read by title.
Moved by Councilor Demas, seconded by Councilor Pedri to approve Resolution 2026-129.
Motion carried with Councilor Zotti abstaining.
Councilor Hickerson questioned when DeBernardi would be starting Phase II. Mr. Kauchich
clarified that it would more than likely be next spring, since they are still completing a portion of
Phase I.
Resolution 2026-130 A RESOLUTION OF THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
ROCK SPRINGS, WYOMING, ACCEPTING AND APPROVING A CONTRACT WITH
R&D SWEEPING & ASPHALT MAINTENANCE, LC, FOR THE 2026 CRACK SEAL
PHASE II PROJECT, was read by title.
Moved by Councilor Hanson, seconded by Councilor Thompson to approve Resolution 2026130. Motion carried with Councilor Zotti abstaining.
Resolution 2026-131 A RESOLUTION OF THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
ROCK SPRINGS, WYOMING, APPROVING CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 WITH BODELL
CONSTRUCTION COMPANY REDUCING CONTRACT AMOUNT BY $691,220.65, was
read by title.
Moved by Councilor Zotti, seconded by Councilor Demas to approve Resolution 2026-131.
Motion carried unanimously.
Councilor Milonas questioned how this project came in on budget. Mr. Kauchich stated that it
came in $691,220.65 below budget. Mayor Mickelson added that the Action Brief System Form
shows the reduced contract amount and that this money will be returned to the Sewer
Depreciation Account Reserve.
Councilor Hickerson wondered if there would be any problems with the reduced amount since
this project was part of a Specific Purpose Tax. Mr. Kauchich clarified that all of the SPT money
was utilized along with the ARPA grant, this money was taken out of reserves from the Sewer
Enterprise account.
Mayor Mickelson reiterated that Water and Water Reclamation must be self-funded by statute.
When the taxpayers receive a raised rate, that money will return to those funds for maintenance
and equipment replacement.
Resolution 2026-132 A RESOLUTION OF THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
ROCK SPRINGS, WYOMING, ACCEPTING AND APPROVING A HIGHWAY SAFETY

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PROGRAM FFY2027 SUBAWARD AGREEMENT WITH THE WYOMING
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, HIGHWAY SAFETY PROGRAM, was read by
title.
Moved by Councilor Hanson, seconded by Councilor Thompson to approve Resolution 2026132. Motion carried unanimously.
Resolution 2026-133 A RESOLUTION OF THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
ROCK SPRINGS, WYOMING, ACCEPTING AND APPROVING A HIGHWAY SAFETY
PROGRAM FFY2027 SUBAWARD AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE WYOMING
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, HIGHWAY SAFETY PROGRAM, was read by
title.
Moved by Councilor Pedri, seconded by Councilor Bingham to approve Resolution 2026-133.
Motion carried unanimously.
Resolution 2026-134 A RESOLUTION OF THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
ROCK SPRINGS, ACTING IN ITS CAPACITY AS THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOR THE
ROCK SPRINGS HOUSING AUTHORITY ACCEPTING AND APPROVING A
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH THE WYOMING DEPARTMENT OF
FAMILY SERVICES FOR THE FOSTER YOUTH TO INDEPENDENCE (FYI) TENANT
PROTECTION VOUCHER INITIATIVE, was read by title.
Moved by Councilor Demas, seconded by Councilor Hickerson to approve Resolution 2026-134.
Motion carried with Councilors Pedri and Thompson abstaining.
Mr. McBurnett recognized Housing & Community Resources Supervisor, April Thompson, for
her work on making this a program a reality. Mayor Mickelson echoed the sentiment, stating that
the HUD supervisors have been very complimentary of her work.
ORDINANCES
Ordinance 2026-09 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROCK SPRINGS AMENDING
SECTION 305 OF THE CITY’S PERSONNEL POLICIES AND PROCEDURES,
ENTITLED “SELECTION OF EMPLOYEES,” SECTION 815, ENTITLED “OTHER
BENEFITS,” AND 907, ENTITLED “DRUGS AND ALCOHOL,” TO COMPLY WITH
MANDATORY WORKER’S COMPENSATION DRUG AND ALCOHOL DISCOUNT
REQUIREMENTS, was read by title on the third reading.
Mayor Mickelson reminded those in attendance that the State brought this update forward.
Moved by Councilor Hickerson, seconded by Councilor Thompson to approve Ordinance 202609. Upon roll call the following voted in favor: Councilor Thompson, Milonas, Demas,
Hickerson, Zotti, Hanson, Pedri, Bingham and Mayor Mickelson. The motion carried
unanimously.
Ordinance 2026-10 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE XI, ENTITLED “BUSINESS
REGULATIONS,” CHAPTER 115, ENTITLED “ALCOHOL BEVERAGES,” AND

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CREATING SECTION 115.13 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF
ROCK SPRINGS ENTITLED “SPECIAL MALT BEVERAGE PERMIT,” was read by title
on the second reading.
Ordinance 2026-11 AN ORDINANCE OF THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
ROCK SPRINGS, WYOMING, CREATING WITHIN CHAPTER 72: “RECREATIONAL
VEHICLES” SECTION PERTAINING TO ELECTRIC BICYCLES AND ELECTRIC
SCOOTERS, 72.02 “DEFINITIONS”, 72.03 “WHERE YOU CAN RIDE”, 72.04 “SAFE
OPERATION AND PEDESTRIAN SAFETY”, 72.05 “SITE-SPECIFIC RESTRICTIONS”,
AND 72.06 “ENFORCEMENT AND PENALTIES”, was read by title on the first reading.
Councilor Thompson highlighted that he is anxious to see what Councilor Bingham and the
Police Chief come up with since the Chief’s main goal is to come up with something that is fair
and enforceable.
Mayor Mickelson thanked the Boy Scouts in attendance for their participation stating that their
time is coming up.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 8:38 p.m.

By:

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Council President

ATTEST:
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City Clerk

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Mayor

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