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The mayor said the pause is not an explicit program defund at this stage but stems from interim budget measures and a reconciliation process that could reduce or suspend Job Corps operations pending further federal action. He urged residents to contact U.S. Representative Harriet Hageman and Senators Cynthia Lummis and John Barrasso to press for continued support for Job Corps, saying the program provides training in trades and benefits to local employers.

Hancock said the center’s pause complicates staffing and student responsibilities and that local advocates should press the state and federal delegation to consider the program’s local role. Council members did not take formal action but agreed the issue merited outreach to federal representatives. Staff and the mayor encouraged community members to contact congressional offices to express support for the Job Corps center.

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First, staff reported an unforeseen compatibility issue between newly installed rooftop HVAC units and an existing Johnson Controls zone-control system. Sweetwater Air, the HVAC contractor, submitted a change order of $81,861 to install train-compatible controls and replace dampers, actuators, controllers and pressure transducers so the new rooftop units operate properly with the remaining building controls. City staff said the project was originally funded in part with American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) monies and noted the additional work will be funded through capital reserves in the 2026 budget. Council approved the change order after discussion about procurement oversight and funding sources.

Second, the council awarded the bid for a multiuse snow-removal vehicle (SRE) and attachments to Hardline Equipment Company for $352,129. The vehicle was in the capital plan with FAA and state coordination; staff said the bid came in under the budgeted amount and will reduce the planned capital outlay. Council approved the award by voice vote.

City staff said the HVAC work will protect the city’s major investment in rooftop units and avoid having a system that could not properly control zone temperatures. Staff acknowledged the change order resulted from an error during the design/bid process and emphasized the contractor’s cooperation. The SRE purchase will replace aging airport equipment and maintain runway and airfield safety during winter operations.

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Public Works Director reported the project replaces approximately 1,344 linear feet of sewer pipe, 1,810 feet of 8-inch and 6-inch waterline, about 65 feet of 10-inch storm or sewer pipe, and replaces three fire hydrants to meet current code spacing. Two firms bid the work; Bornhoff had the low responsive bid.

Funding for the project includes a $360,000 mineral royalty grant awarded earlier this year; staff said the remaining $538,000 will come from the city's optional 1% infrastructure funds. The council moved and approved the award by voice vote.

Council members and staff said the rework will support development in the Eastern Shoshone Business Park and is timed to coordinate with other local development activity. City staff recommended the award as responsive and within available funding.

Construction is scheduled to begin pending standard contract execution and permitting.

","Council awarded the Spruce Street utility replacement bid to Bornhoff Construction for $897,014; the project will replace sewer and water mains, add three hydrants and is funded partly with a $360,000 mineral royalty grant and city one-percent infrastructure funds.",{"_33":99,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":100,"_41":101,"_43":102,"_45":103,"_47":104,"_49":105,"_51":106,"_53":107,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":108,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":109,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6217205,"Riverton council restores $45,000 for Paws for Life, reallocates remaining community-service grants",536,11223000,11759000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3648464-2ec9a47eeae50156e06d98563b68b758&start=11223&end=11759","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3648464-2ec9a47eeae50156e06d98563b68b758/thumbnail_11223000.jpg","/articles/6217205/Riverton/Fremont-County/Wyoming/Riverton-council-restores-45000-for-Paws-for-Life-reallocates-remaining-community-service-grants","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6217205-d09ec20c75e828d243cd9e32e6d68fdd/orig.mp4?Expires=1771105247&Signature=IgtWaN1PMJOo5lAECqWP-8R-L-yTm8oUuuOJjv55D7FlujhsJGsPvXpYC43bevXceZcwZ2V--mvYJfPet4WWIbT~oVEmWsaF~oqLet3BeYiJvs3BoJNKt0OpxCK13EIwKuHDY8LrHxQM4wtGwVHX08ZtQiLCc~JrSNvIYRQ4XvuawEAQJIswzct-Z2Ivme0fI8wZ4Ff0f4YZ6S1VjP03ONE3QDt9LgnKin0XVIVRxaQEeDzLS6yMFSd25dY9~BBJlHinhZJXinqDpkE2DzbIi8~do8hi4ffUohpYuQhaZs7nY0D68iRE-Fi2tEQBJoDypQ76jawfdIXYqjNRsh6D-A__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Riverton City Council voted on June 3 to allocate $240,000 in contract-for-service funds for fiscal 2026, restoring $45,000 for Paws for Life and dividing the remainder among local nonprofits and service providers.

Council members approved $95,000 for the Riverton Recreation Department, $45,000 for Paws for Life, $42,000 for the Wind River Transportation Authority (WRTA), $30,000 for juvenile justice services, $15,000 for Eagles Hope, $10,000 for the Chamber (later amended to $5,000 during motions), $5,000 for the Riverton Volunteer Firemen and $3,000 for the Injury Prevention / IPR program. The total allocation remained at the council’s budgeted ceiling of $240,000.

Council members and nonprofit representatives said the votes reflected competing needs for a constrained pool of public funds. Paws for Life representatives told the council the local animal shelter handles roughly 500 animals a year, with about 75% brought in by Riverton police; leaders said $45,000 covers less than 18% of their operating costs and that a cut to $20,000 would be unsustainable. \"We are asking for an equitable partnership,\" Paws manager Whitney said in public comment.

Council members said they balanced competing priorities. Councilwoman Rebecca Pearson Lewis and several colleagues argued that the recreation department’s earlier work securing a $40,000 District 25 Recreation Board contribution allowed the city to reduce its direct ask; council then allocated $95,000 to recreation after negotiation. Councilwoman Karen Johnson, who pushed for higher funding for the shelter, successfully moved to restore Paws’ allocation to $45,000. Councilman Eric Carr and others cited public-health and public-safety considerations in supporting Paws.

The WRTA asked the council for $45,000 to meet local match requirements tied to federal and state transit grants; WRTA representatives said any reduction in local match can produce a larger reduction in service because federal grants require matching local funds. Council ultimately approved $42,000 for WRTA after reallocations.

Juvenile justice services received $30,000 after debate about whether the county or the state should shoulder deeper funding responsibilities for juvenile programs. Several council members said services for youth have immediate impacts inside city limits and defended continued municipal support.

The allocation process required multiple motions and reconsiderations on the council dais as members adjusted priorities to keep the total within the already-advertised budget amount. Administrative Services Director Miss Harris and City Manager Tim Butterfield provided staff estimates and cautioned against dipping into mandatory operating or emergency reserves.

The council’s final decisions were procedural votes taken as part of the budget adoption process; amounts will appear in the adopted fiscal year 2026 budget and be subject to the city’s regular financial controls. Councilmembers and nonprofit leaders said they will continue to pursue grants, fundraising and partnerships to supplement city support.

The council’s funding actions followed public comment from multiple nonprofit leaders, including Paws for Life, WRTA, the Riverton Chamber and others. Paws representatives urged the city to treat the shelter allocation as a recurring, budgeted partnership rather than a year-to-year special request.

The council moved on after completing the contract-for-service votes to other agenda items.

","After more than two hours of debate, the Riverton City Council approved $240,000 in contract-for-service allocations for fiscal 2026, including $45,000 to Paws for Life, $95,000 to Riverton Recreation, $42,000 to Wind River Transportation Authority and $30,000 to juvenile justice services.","actionData","errors"]

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Riverton awards Spruce Street utility replacement contract to Bornhoff Construction for $897,014

Riverton council restores $45,000 for Paws for Life, reallocates remaining community-service grants