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Park County Board of County Commissioners
Regular Meeting
Tuesday, May 21, 2024
Chairwoman Dossie Overfield called to order a regular meeting of the Board of County Commissioners of Park County, Wyoming, on Tuesday, May 21, 2024. Present were Vice Chairman, Scott Steward, Commissioners Lee Livingston, Scott Mangold, Lloyd Thiel and Clerk Colleen Renner.
Commissioner Mangold led the audience in the pledge of allegiance.
Consent Items:
Approve-Minutes, Payroll and Vouchers
Commissioner Livingston made a motion to approve the following consent agenda items: Minutes: 5/7/24 & 5/14/24; employee payroll $487,611.86; vouchers; review and approve Ad for Library and Museum Board Openings, Lease Renewal for NWC at Park County Complex and Lease Renewal for TCT West; approve and sign Letter of Support for State Shooting Complex, Sheridan Resolution for County Attorney – Resolution 2024-24; approve and allow Chair to Sign Lease Amendment for Public Defender’s Office; and sign Monthly Earnings & Collections Statements for Clerk, Clerk of District Court and Sheriff. Commissioner Thiel seconded, motion carried.
Payee Amount
360 OFFICE SOLUTIONS $221.37
A & I DISTRIBUTORS $1,947.02
APPLIED CONCEPTS, INC. $7,963.50
BAILEY ENTERPRISES, INC. $7,519.25
BEAR CO., INC. $972.94
BEARTOOTH ELECTRIC COOP $29.14
BIG HORN BASIN MEDIA $33.66
BIG HORN RURAL ELECTRIC COMPANY $325.33
BIG HORN WHOLESALE, INC. $1,753.86
BLACK HILLS ENERGY $6,741.22
BLAKEMAN PROPANE, INC. $185.90
BLATT, TIMOTHY J. $400.00
BLOEDORN LUMBER - POWELL $149.99
BOB BARKER COMPANY $107.70
BOMGAARS $113.72
BONINE, DUNCAN $103.14
BOONE’S MACHINE SHOP $770.54
BRADFORD SUPPLY CO. $21.95
BRANDON-WINTERMOTE, KIMBERLY $92.42
BRAZELTON, LILLIAN $403.34
CARQUEST AUTO PARTS - #064250 $1,542.31
CBL SALT LAKE CITY $184.66
CDW GOVERNMENT, INC. $608.63
CENTURYLINK $2,443.79
CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS $942.33
CHOICE AVIATION, LLC $410.30
CIVIC RESEARCH INSTITUTE, INC. $179.95
CLERK OF DISTRICT COURT - JURY FEES
$3,612.91
COCA COLA BOTTLING HIGH COUNTRY $48.00
CODY ACE HARDWARE $1,025.11
CODY ENTERPRISE $2,281.44
COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
$74,044.40
COWBOY LEGAL, LLC $755.00
CRONK, BRENDA $469.67
CRUM ELECTRIC SUPPLY CO. $494.25
DECKER GLASS $135.99
DELL MARKETING L.P., C/O DELL USA L.P. $303.25
Dr. Charles Lambiotte, MD $115.09
DRY ACRES INDUSTRIAL PARK $300.00
EASTMAN, GUY $93.76
ENGINEERING ASSOCIATES $32,357.67
FARRAR WELDING & FABRICATION $429.77
FASTENAL $59.69
FLOYD’S TRUCK CENTER $34.24
FREMONT MOTOR CODY, INC. $1,956.84
GALLS, LLC $288.44
GARLAND LIGHT & POWER CO. $1,227.85
GOODYEAR PRINTING $134.00
HILL, JOY $70.83
HORROCKS, MICHELLE $75.04
HUMDINGER EQUIPMENT, LTD. $18,750.00
IVERSON SANITATION $50.00
JOHN DEERE FINANCIAL $545.41
KEEGAN & KRISJANSONS, P.C. $343.50
KEELE SANITATION $3,022.50
KMG COMMERCIAL REFRIGERATION $650.00
KOSTER, HUNTER $36.18
LAWSON PRODUCTS, INC. $575.99
LEON UNIFORM COMPANY, INC. $81.25
LISAC’S TIRE BILLINGS $1,473.96
LIVINGSTON, LEE $217.08
MAIR, RANDY $91.08
MAJESTIC LUBE, INC. $33.25
MAUSS, EMILY $194.52
MEETEETSE, TOWN OF $129.20
METTLER-TOLEDO, LLC. $773.20
MIDWEST CONNECT $20.00
MILES, SARAH N. $1,462.50
MINCHOW, JUNE $99.68
MONTANA LIMESTONE COMPANY $7,176.60
MONTANA-DAKOTA UTILITIES CO. $1,454.97
MORRISON MAIERLE INC $2,742.20
MURDOCH OIL, INC. $5,666.95
MURDOCH’S RANCH & HOME POWELL $492.25
NEVILLE, MICHAEL $600.00
NORCO, INC. $257.71
OVERHEAD DOOR COMPANY OF CODY $90.00
PARENT, DEBRA $600.00
PETERBILT OF WYOMING $222,528.29
PETERS, BRIAN $92.42
PITNEY BOWES, INC. - A/R $2,331.95
POISON CREEK, INC $1,194.77
POWELL ACE HARDWARE, LLC $179.90
POWELL WELDING AND INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY LLC $220.05
PRODUCTION MACHINE COMPANY $1,612.23
QUILL CORPORATION $145.35
R & A SAFETY, LLC $360.00
RADAR SHOP, THE $277.00
RDO EQUIPMENT CO. $2,653.47
RECTOR AUTOMOTIVE $1,112.60
ROCKY MOUNTAIN POWER $870.84
ROCKY MOUNTAIN WASH, LLC $231.67
RSC POWERSPORTS $511.49
S&P BRAKE SUPPLY AND DRIVELINE SERVICES
$1,921.30
SABER PEST CONTROL $420.00
SAUCEDA, DAVE $230.85
SAY WHERE STORAGE $330.00
SMITH, TED $108.54
SMITH, CASSANDRA $64.84
STONEHOUSE DATA SOLUTIONS, LLC $630.66
SWEET AUTOMOTIVE INC. $27.98
SYSCO FOOD SERVICES OF MONTANA $1,776.01
THIEL, LLOYD $456.94
TNT SPRINGS, INC. $316.64
TORGERSON’S $336.00
TRACTOR & EQUIPMENT CO $34,038.15
TRI STATE TRUCK & EQUIP, INC $5,928.66
TRIPLE L SALES $30.29
ULINE $3,490.97
UW EXTENSION $643.93
VERIZON WIRELESS $52.95
VISA - #0037 - B. POLEY $131.58
VISA - #0045 - B. SKORIC $632.31
VISA - #0250 - C. RENNER $323.64
VISA - #0268 - D. CARROLL $314.36
VISA - #0359 - D. STEWARD $995.52
VISA - #0367 - J. HILL $1,732.59
VISA - #4079 - D. STEWARD $5,489.40
VISA - #4087 - M. CONNERS $15,828.09
VISA - #4103 - D. STEWARD $83.16
VISA - #4168 - B. EDWARDS $1,786.30
VISA - #4184 - T. KATTENHORN $285.91
VISA - #4192 - W. WOOD $1,347.71
VISA - #4440 - C. GORTMAKER $5,927.23
VISA - #4820 - W.E. CRAMPTON $2,356.77
VISA - #4853 - D. STEWARD $420.00
VISA - #5738 - T. BALL $14,886.58
VISION WEST, INC. $529.75
WALLACE, TYLER $200.00
WAYNE’S BOOT SHOP $583.00
WEIMER, GEOFF $30.00
WESTERN COLLISION, INC. $265.00
WESTERN EMULSIONS INC $5,727.15
WHITLOCK MOTORS $80.65
WILLIAMS & SONS, LLC $262.50
WOODWARD TRACTOR & RENTAL, INC $3,290.96
WPCI CONSULTANTS, INC. $117.00
WYOMING DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH $155.00
WYOMING DEPT OF TRANS - MOTOR VEHICLES
$10.00
WYOMING FIRE SAFETY, LC. $151.00
WYOMING GUARDIAN AD LITEM PROGRAM
$12,240.48
WYOMING RETIREMENT SYSTEM $562.50
WYOMING STATE PUBLIC DEFENDER $400.00
WYSE, SABINA $36.18
ZAC’S TOWING $283.45
TOTAL $566,703.69
Christine Gleason, Discover Meeteetse – RE: Special Funding Request
Stephanie Faust, new director presented the request and information on the funding is used for in the community. The request is $10,000 for this upcoming year.
Shelly Waidelich, Cody Council on Aging-Senior Center – RE: Special Funding Request
Ms. Waidelich stated that over 27,000 meals have been delivered and over 15,000 served in house, other services provided are transportation and social activities. The $60,000 requested is used for grant funding matches.
James Klessens – Forward Cody
Mr. Klessens is finishing his 17th year, managing five properties. The increase requested will help cover the property taxes on those properties. The request is $20,000 this year.
Myron Heny, Powell Valley Recycling – RE: Special Funding Request
Mr. Heny stated the request helps with general operations. The requested amount this year is $8,847 which will help in repairing the baler. Forty-five percent of the customers are rural.
The center is partnering with a glass recycling group called Crush It. The group is working towards raising $120,000 to purchase a glass crusher which can divert glass into sand. The request is for $10,000 which will be a onetime request.
Meg Nicholson, Meeteetse Senior Center – RE: Special Funding Request
Ms. Nicholson is requesting $25,000 to help serve the senior population. The funds are used to maintain the building and as grant matching funds.
Brian Edwards, Park County Engineer, Public Works Department – RE: Open Sealed Bids for Construction of Willwood Road Improvements Phase 1
Mr. Edwards and Cody Schatz, Engineering Associates, design engineer for the project will open the four bids which were received from Oftedal Construction, Casper; Wilson Bros Construction Inc., Cowley; Avail Valley Construction – WY, LLC., Afton and Mountain Construction Company, Lovell.
There will be a base bid and an alternate bid which is using a different type of oil for the asphalt. The phase 1 portion of the project is from State Highway 295 to the 90 degrees turn on the Willwood, roughly 5 miles.
Avail Valley Construction-WY, LLC
Base Bid $7,070,836.
Alternate Bid $771,400.00
Mountain Construction Co
Base Bid $5,786,683.94
Alternate Bid $690,550.00
Wilson Bros Construction
Base Bid $6,054,795.00
Alternate Bid $679,250.00
Oftedahl Construction Inc
Base Bid $6,744,095.00
Alternate Bid $622,250.00
The bids will be reviewed, and Mr. Edwards will return at 3 p.m. with recommendations.
Jenny Cramer, Park County Planning & Zoning – RE: Public Hearing: Ollokot MS-79 Sketch Plan
Chairwoman Overfield opened the public hearing.
Ms. Cramer presented a minor subdivision application for Mighty Rock Properties, LLC from agent Nate Hoffert requesting approval of a four-lot subdivision consisting of one 20.13-acre lot, one 20.23-acre lot and two 20.21-acre lots all for agriculture and residential use. The property is in a GR-20 zoning, 2.5 miles west/southwest of Belfry Highway. Notices and agency referrals have been met. Staff recommends approval with the eleven conditions read into the record.
Chairwoman Overfield called for public comments, there being none, Commission Livingston moved to close the public hearing, Commissioner Mangold seconded, and the motion carried. Commissioner Thiel stated his property boundary aligns with this subdivision. Commissioner Mangold moved to approve with conditions provided by staff, Commissioner Livingston seconded. Commissioner Thiel questioned condition #3 and #7, after discussions the motion carried. RESOLUTION 2024-25
Jenny Cramer, Park County Planning & Zoning – RE: Public Hearing: Elite Investing Variance Request
Chairwoman Overfield opened the public hearing.
Ms. Cramer presented the variance which would allow property owner Tyrone McGowan to construct a 60 x 100 multi-use/multi-office shop building that will house up to three separate businesses in addition to operation of another existing use on the property. The property is adjacent to the City of Powell municipal boundary, with surrounding land uses commercial and industrial. City review was required, and they stated they have no issues with the project however, a services agreement, which includes annexation upon request is required. Notices and agency referrals have been met. Staff recommends denial with the five conditions read into the record.
Mr. McGowan was not aware the business in place requires a zoning use permit and will work with the tenant.
Chairwoman Overfield called for public comment.
Candy Eastman questioned the types of businesses and if annexed what that would do to their property. With nothing further Commissioner Thiel moved to close the public hearing, Commissioner Mangold seconded, motion carried.
Commissioner Mangold questioned applicant regarding the type of businesses and annexing into the city. Applicant is not sure what type of business he would recruit, currently there is an HVAC business in the building that is already on the property and stated he would be happy to check on annexation.
Commissioner Thiel moved to approve the variance request with conditions, Commissioner Mangold seconded, motion carried. RESOLUTION 2024-26
Jenny Cramer, Park County Planning & Zoning – RE: Public Hearing: Half Star MS-82 Sketch Plan
Chairwoman Overfield opened the public hearing.
Ms. Cramer presented an application for Triple KB Ranch on behalf of Cody Easum, landowner for a minor subdivision consisting of one 15.06-acre lot and 77.27-acre exempt remainder parcel. The property is in GR-P zoning and located 3.5 miles southeast of Powell. Neighboring uses are agricultural and residential. Notices and agency referrals have been met with no public comments. Staff recommends approval with nine conditions read into the record.
Chairwoman Overfield called for public comments.
Nicholas Hummel with Engineering Associates mentioned the existing power and natural gas and is anticipating a Subdivision Improvements Agreement for the fencing requirements.
Commissioner Livingston moved to close the public hearing, Commissioner Mangold seconded, motion carried.
Commissioner Livingston moved to approve with conditions, Commissioner Thiel seconded, motion carried. RESOLUTION 2024-27
Jenny Cramer, Park County Planning & Zoning – RE: Public Hearing: Lohrenz MS-81 Sketch Plan
Chairwoman Overfield opened the public hearing.
Rusty Blough, Morrison-Maierle on behalf of Randy Lohrenz request approval of a four-lot subdivision of three 2.27-acre lots and one 3.18-acre lot for residential use. The property is in GR-P and located southwest of Powell with a residence on proposed lot 4. Public notices and agency referrals have been met. Staff recommends approval with seven conditions read into the record and will require a Subdivision Improvements Agreement.
Chairwoman Overfield called for public comments. George Nielsen and Carol Johnston both made comments with regards to water and their wells. Mr. Blough presented a map showing adjacent wells and depth.
After a lengthy discussion regarding wells and depth, fencing, septic, irrigation in relation to ground water and dependence on where perk tests are taken. Commissioner Livingston moved to close the public hearing, Commissioner Thiel seconded, motion carried. No decision was made at this time.
Mary Johnson, Oxbow Center – RE: Special Funding Request
Ms. Johnson reminded the board the Yellowstone Behavioral Health has merged with Oxbow Center. The center is seeking support specific to crisis care in the amount of $50,000 which helps with unfunded service and detention facility services either in a hospital setting or the detention facility.
Rebekah Burns, Powell Economic Partnership – RE: Special Funding Request
Ms. Burns reported on the Chamber’s involvement in agriculture and its economic impacts, open lands, local farmers supplying foods to restaurants and schools, assisting local businesses, promoting Powell, workforce, and housing issues. The request is $20,000 for the upcoming FY.
Dusty Spomer, CYAIR – RE: Special Funding Request
Mr. Spomer is requesting $30,000 to grow the local air service and become a preferred hub. Funds are also being requested from entities throughout the Big Horn Basin. The monies are used for the minimum revenue guarantee with a possibility that some of these monies may not need to be spent, depending on flights and usage.
Park County Commissioners – RE: Prevention Grant
Wendy Morris is requesting that One Health remain the overseer of the Prevention Grant for the upcoming two years with the vouchers being presented to Accounts Payable. The amount received from the state is $387,285 and will continue work with the three school districts, law enforcement, and Healthy Park County. After discussions on the handling of the grant Commissioner Mangold moved to approve the pass-through grant and allow chair to sign, Commissioner Livingston seconded, motion carried.
Park County Commissioners – RE: Old Growth Discussion
Commissioner Thiel briefed the Board on the importance of being a cooperating agency and signing the MOU with the Forest Service. Commissioner Livingston made a motion we sign on as a cooperating agency through WCCA, Commissioner Steward seconded, motion carried.
Brian Edwards, Park County Engineer, Public Works Department – RE: Recommend Award of Construction of Willwood Road Improvements- Phase 1 with Chair to Sign Pending County Attorney Review
Cody Schatz, Engineering Associates reviewed the bids and Mountain Construction had the lowest bid, after checking costs per unit there were some errors made which made Wilson Brothers the lowest bidder. The alternate bids would not be a good move for the county. All documents that were required were supplied by the contractors. With the error presented Attorney Skoric recommends waiting until the June 4 meeting or allow him to go over the contracts and bids.
After discussion Commissioner Thiel moved to award Wilson Brothers for the Willwood project in the amount of $6,054,795.00, Commissioner Steward seconded. The motion was modified to include subject to county attorney review and approval, motion carried.
Park County Commissioners – RE: State Shooting Complex
Commissioner Livingston reported that multiple discussions regarding the future State Shooting Complex being located in Park County are taking place. There are concerns regarding the road being brought up to county road standards if this site is chosen which is south of town on 2,075 acres.
Mr. Edwards presented a rough estimate for a typical gravel road and if contracted would cost approximately $650-$750,000, with $8-9,000 per year for maintenance per mile. It is believed that the headquarters on the land would be open year-round.
Commissioner Livingston made a motion to write a letter of support and if Park County is chosen for the site, the county will establish a road per statute §24-3-108 with costs not to exceed $750,000, Commissioner Thiel seconded, Commissioner Steward opposed the road due to the cost. Motion carried.
Adjourn.
Commissioner Livingston moved to adjourn, Commissioner Mangold seconded, motion carried.
Dossie Overfield, Chairwoman
Scott Steward, Vice Chairman
Lee Livingston, Commissioner
Scott Mangold, Commissioner
Lloyd Thiel, Commissioner
Attest: Colleen Renner, County Clerk
Publ., Tues., June 25, 2024
