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City of Powell minutes
City Council Proceedings
May 5, 2025
The governing body of the City of Powell met in regular session at 6:00 p.m. on May 5, 2025, in the Council Chambers of City Hall. Mayor John Wetzel called the meeting to order, and the following were present: Council Members Tim Sapp, Floyd Young, Steven Lensegrav, Zane Logan, Geoff Hovivian and Troy Bray. City Officials: Administrator Zack Thorington, City Clerk Tiffany Brando, City Attorney Alexa Rolin, Building Official Ben Hubbard and Police Chief Jim Rhea. Approval of Agenda: Councilman Young moved to approve the agenda as presented, seconded by Councilman Sapp, unanimous approval, MOTION CARRIED.
Approval of April 21, 2025 Minutes: Councilman Lensegrav moved to approve as presented, seconded by Councilman Young, unanimous approval, MOTION CARRIED. Bills and Claims: Mayor Wetzel abstained #48. Councilman Lensegrav made a motion the bills be allowed and authorize the Treasurer to draw warrants for payment of the same, seconded by Councilman Hovivian, unanimous approval, MOTION CARRIED.
PUBLIC HEARING: Request for Zone Change Lots 9, 10, 11, 12 and 13, Block 28, Original Town of Powell, park County, Wyoming also known as 115 East 3rd Street, Powell, park County, Wyoming from Residential General (R-G) to Business General (B-G). Attorney Rolin opened the hearing at 6:02 p.m. no comments, closed 6:03 p.m. Ordinance No. 4, 2025: Attorney Rolin read by title - An Ordinance to Change the Zoning Designation of the Real Property Described Below, From General Residential (R-G) to Business General (B-G). Mayor Wetzel asked for the zoning of the area to the west and currently it is residential. Councilman Lensegrav asked the purpose of the re-zone and Building Official Hubbard explained the current setbacks are 25ft and by changing it would decrease that setback to 0 ft for an addition of a covered area, they would need to keep the line-of-sight triangle by the corner. Planning & Zoning Member Thom Miller discussed concerns brought to planning & zoning regarding any future sale of the building and it no longer being residential within a residential neighborhood. City of Powell zoning map shown and Councilman Hovivian asked if the Building Official had any concerns, he did not. Councilman Lensegrav moved to approve on first reading, seconded by Councilman Bray, aye Mayor Wetzel, Councilmembers Young, Lensegrav, Logan, Hovivian and Bray, nay Councilman Sapp, MOTION CARRIED.
Committee Updates: Councilman Young YCan, Councilman Bray Urban Systems and Traffic Committee and Councilman Logan Recycle Board. Proclamation Nurse’s Week May 6-12, 2025: Mayor Wetzel read the proclamation for Nurse’s Week. Proclamation 56th Annual Professional Municipal Clerk’s Week May 4-10, 2025: Councilman Logan moved to approve, seconded by Councilman Bray, unanimous approval, MOTION CARRIED.
2024 Tree City USA Designation: Mayor Wetzel recognized 35 years of Tree City USA. Discussion Sage Brews, Wines and Spirits Patio and Event Space: Attorney Rolin discussed the memo sent with the agenda and discussions on the liquor law with the Liquor Division and City Clerk. Restroom access inside the licensed building for those under 21 years of age escorted by parents, legal guardians or spouse. Attorney Rolin presented 3 options for changes to make the patio accessible for those under 21 years of age; a change in ordinance 5.08.250 to remove age restrictions; a new seasonal permit, or update to language in 5.08.250 in regard to commercial kitchen, also noted option for portable bathrooms for access. Councilman Bray stated it would be up to the owner to mitigate the bathroom situation and putting the ownness on the owner; he is in favor of option 1. Council discussion on permit process. Mayor Wetzel asked the City Clerk to discuss the options with the owner and work with legal to draft an ordinance after discussions.
Ordinance No. 3, 2025: Attorney Rolin ready by title – An Ordinance to Amend Ordinance 5.08.095 (D) Related to Alcohol Consumption on City-owned Property. Councilman Hovivian moved to approve on third and final reading with all necessary signatures, seconded by Councilman Bray, unanimous approval, MOTION CARRIED.
Resolution No. 2, 2025: A Resolution Updating Fees and Charges at the Powell Aquatic Center and Establishing an Effective Date of July 1, 2025. Councilman Logan moved to approve and authorize all necessary signatures, seconded by Councilman Lensegrav, unanimous approval, MOTION CARRIED.
Hangar Lease Agreement – Orville Moore: Administrator Thorington discussed the hangar lease agreement for the City Hangar and it has been signed by Orville Moore. Councilman Hovivian moved to approve and authorize necessary signatures, seconded by Councilman Young, unanimous approval, MOTION CARRIED.
Unified Certification Program WYDOT Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program: Administrator Thorington stated it is done every 3 years for the airport with the FAA. Councilman Lensegrav moved to approve and authorize necessary signatures, seconded by Councilman Sapp, unanimous approval, MOTION CARRIED.
Adopt Capital Improvement Plan FY26-30: Administrator Thorington discussed the capital improvement plan for future projects. Councilman Sapp moved to adopt the plan as presented, seconded by Councilman Bray, unanimous approval, MOTION CARRIED. Adjourn: There being no further business to be considered at this meeting; Councilman Lensegrav moved to adjourn, seconded by Councilman Hovivian, unanimous approval, MOTION CARRIED. Mayor Wetzel adjourned the regular meeting at 6:37 p.m.
APPROVED:
/s/ John F. Wetzel, Mayor
ATTEST:
/s/ Tiffany Brando, City Clerk
City of Powell payments
1 AFLAC Dependent Childcare 254.16 Payroll Deductions
2 AFLAC Insurance Premiums 1,977.18 Payroll Deduction
3 AFLAC Unreimbursed Medical 3,536.00 Payroll Deductions
4 Internal Revenue Service 80,597.25 FICA
5 MASA Medical Air Services Assn 912.00 Payroll Deductions
6 Great West Retirement Service 11,441.49 Deferred Compensation
7 Wyoming Retirement System 63,173.55 Retirement Contribution
8 Wyoming Child Support 279.38 Child Support
9 Health Benefit Plan 92,040.00 Plan Benefit
TOTAL PAYROLL RELATED: $254,211.01
TOTAL PAID WAGES IN APRIL 2025 $281,884.73
10 Addco Office Systems Finance 225.80 Postage Meter Ink Cartridge & Sealing Kit
11 Allred, Bret T Muni Court 1,800.00 April Magistrate Duties
12 Alsco Admin, PD 147.28 Mat Cleaning
13 Altec Industries Inc. Electric 4,383.34 Line & Bucket Truck Repairs
14 Ameri-Tech Equipment Police 76.32 Mounting Bracket
15 AT&T Mobility Admin 128.68 Monthly Cell Phone Fees
16 AT&T Mobility-First Net Police 102.81 Monthly Cell Phone & Jet Pack
17 Autoworks Auto Sales Inc. Police 1,761.13 AC Evacuation & Charge, Tires & Alignment
18 Big Valley Bearing & Supply Airport 4.96 Roller Chain
19 Blair’s Market Streets 25.56 Plates, Bowls & Coffee
20 BNSF Railway Company Water 1,753.52 Annual 12” Pipeline Lease
21 Border States Electric Supply Aqua, Elec 2,234.22 Breaker for Dryer, Hammer Drill, Grounding Rods
& Cleaners
22 Bradford Supply Company Parks 373.19 PVC Cement, Plumbing Parts, Fittings & Couplers
23 Bruco, Inc. Facilities 10.00 Fuel Surcharge Delivery
24 Charter Communications Various 119.99 Backup Internet Service
25 City of Powell ~ Utilities Various 21,519.68 Monthly Utility Fees
26 Clifty View Nursery, Inc Parks 1,446.84 Arbor Day Trees
27 Crum Electric Supply Aquatics 14.00 LED Lamps
28 Decorating Ideas Police 2,668.75 Flooring
29 Energy Laboratories, Inc Waste Water 858.00 Testing Fees
30 Fastenal Sani, Streets 53.11 Bolt, Nuts & Set Screws
31 Fire Protection & Safety Sanitation 70.00 Fire Extinguisher
32 Fremont Motor Powell Police 673.09 Bolt, Connector, Panel Clips, A/C Condenser &
Tube Assembly
33 General Distributing Company Aquatics 150.00 Tank Rental
34 Gullickson, Tyrell J Electric 73.02 FR Pants
35 Hartford, The Various 1,655.24 Monthly LTD Benefit
36 HUB International Waste Water 290.00 2025 Chevy Insurance
37 I-State Truck Centers Sanitation 1,230.49 Radiator
38 Kimball Midwest Electric 212.39 Nuts, Rain Coat & Stan-Con
39 Motorola Solutions, Inc Police 6,890.85 NICE Gold-LITE Package
40 Mountain States Pipe & Supply Water 2,656.54 Water Meter ERTs
41 Napa Autoparts Various 326.12 Panel Clips, Wiper Blades, Freon, Filter, Lube &
Connectors
42 Norco Inc Parks 578.36 Toilet Tissues
43 Normont Equipment Electric 68.87 Vac Trailer Switch
44 Northwest Rural Water District Airport, W Wat 192.50 Monthly Water Fees
45 O’Reilly Automotive, Inc. Various 2,280.57 Misc. Purchases for Various Departments
46 Park County Weed & Pest Various 1,246.40 Herbicide & Grass Seed
47 Powell Ace Hardware, LLC Various 1,989.51 Misc. Purchases for Various Departments
48 Powell Tribune Council 2,000.00 Sample the Season & Christmas Fest Advertising
49 Powell Welding & Industrial Sanitation 51.00 Grease Coupler & Hook Set
50 Production Machine Company Water 523.12 Curb Stop Drop In Lids
51 Rocky Mountain Power Waste Water 13.02 RD 6 Pump Fees
52 Roselli Cleaning Services LLC Various 4,940.00 Cleaning Contract for April
53 Smith Psychological Services Police 400.00 Pre Employment Evaluation
54 Verizon Wireless Various 828.97 Monthly Cell Phone Charge
55 Waterpark Excitement, Inc Aquatics 2,532.50 Lily Pads for Pool
56 Waterworks Irrigation, Inc. Parks 340.95 Sprinkler Gun Cart & Sprinkler
57 WESCO Receivables Corp Electric 336.00 PVC Couplings
58 Wyo Department of Agriculture Aquatics 100.00 Indoor & Leisure Pool Licenses Total Claims: 6-May-2025 $72,356.69
Publ., Tues., May 13, 2025
