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Staff said the project — funded in part by a recreation grant the city received last year — will remove existing asphalt and install an 8‑foot concrete path through portions of the park, replace or expand outdoor fitness stations, and add a connector path along Fifth Street between Shields and Canby. The presentation noted soil and tree‑root conditions in the community garden area may require in‑field adjustments; staff said that area will be prioritized for repair because of recurring lift and tripping hazards.

Councilors praised the upgrades for improved accessibility, durability and year‑round use. “I appreciate that we’re going to a concrete sidewalk and more pet friendly on hot summer days,” Councilor Newman said. Staff noted six firms responded to the RFP and SS Builders submitted the lowest responsible bid.

Motion: Councilor Fried moved to approve the contract and contingency and authorize the mayor and city clerk to sign; Councilor Richardson seconded. The motion passed 9–0.

Staff will finalize contract documents and schedule construction; a map of the proposed work was included in the council packet and staff offered to redistribute it to council.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","September 16th, 2025, Laramie, Wyoming - City Government Live Stream","oneSentenceSummary","The council approved a $1,388,808 contract with SS Builders LLC of Cheyenne for Levante Park pathway and fitness station improvements, authorizing a $150,000 contingency for a total project budget of $1,538,808; project replaces asphalt with 8‑foot concrete path and upgrades fitness stations.","taxTitle","Laramie City Council, Laramie City, Albany County, Wyoming","taxId",68475,"location","Wyoming","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":77,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":78,"_41":79,"_43":80,"_45":81,"_47":82,"_49":83,"_51":84,"_53":85,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":86,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":87,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},5980369,"Council backs CDBG application to support North Fourth Street right‑of‑way work tied to Lamonte Square housing",191,6087000,6278000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5793410-2842fbfe476e8252c48a487efcd9476d&start=6087&end=6278","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5793410-2842fbfe476e8252c48a487efcd9476d/thumbnail_6087000.jpg","/articles/5980369/Wyoming/Council-backs-CDBG-application-to-support-North-Fourth-Street-rightofway-work-tied-to-Lamonte-Square-housing","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/5980369-a2d90bf86786ba6866e3d9f987accb80/orig.mp4?Expires=1774819534&Signature=mrM1rkgisYvcoTD-m0fixEOUQ9D3mEASGyXi0NwJoCtvac1eFb3nf7vggyxpVPiOvJFgFZv-zEwYSype8rOos6YOCPwJ6J6KihtZrDnFYha-QWseeCadCABAqQpHHyH6Tw0YlDpC0K-hAg4Djtg2xOi5HzAlN5EJOV9ktGPpj3mYUjFnxpQwBm6MKD9yl1QwJJyQ320fqL-Ss388FEurHsVRPCKKfyYFaf-8Z4Mcx5veNWMqJyxMjVSUbkxUCv9Gss7pzRiUmqu2zRw7c35YwHK-2C~RsA0tsZHljPUCoFx9nxgpMoufyLti6Nf3SbqszjKtMSRhlzCgk0q2Vm1o7Q__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Laramie — The City Council on Sept. 16 approved Resolution 2025‑76 supporting the city’s submittal of a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) application to the Wyoming Community Development Authority (WCDA) for right-of-way improvements on North Fourth Street.

City staff said WCDA administers federal CDBG funds for HUD in Wyoming and that eligible projects must meet at least one national objective, most commonly benefiting low- and moderate-income (LMI) persons. Under WCDA rules, at least 75% of Wyoming CDBG funds must benefit households earning at or below 80% of area median income.

Staff described the North Fourth Street work as a first step in the multi‑phased Lamonte Square redevelopment, which the packet estimates could ultimately deliver 120 to 200 units of affordable and workforce housing. The right-of-way improvements would address street conditions and support the larger redevelopment effort.

Councilors expressed support for the application. “I see this as a great improvement to this area,” Councilor Shumway said, adding the project could serve as a showcase and increase housing stock. Councilor Lockhart said lower‑level retail with multifamily above would improve the park and access to amenities.

The resolution authorizes staff to apply for WCDA CDBG funds and to have the mayor and city clerk sign the application materials. The motion passed by roll call vote, 9–0.

Staff will submit the grant application to WCDA and pursue the CDBG review and award process; if awarded, the project would require adherence to federal CDBG requirements and WCDA contracting procedures.
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City staff explained the license type allows on-premise consumption only and relies on Wyoming’s 60/40 rule, in which up to 60% of sales may come from food and entertainment while alcohol sales cannot exceed 40% of gross receipts. The clerk’s office reviewed menu plans and said environmental health staff are coordinating on food-service requirements.

Jessica Brewer (listed in the meeting packet) told council the license will primarily cover service in the Griffin Theatre but that the Wyoming Liquor Division advised licensing the entire property to permit future events in other areas of the building. Brewer said the civic center will continue established protocols and can obtain temporary permits for outside organizations that rent space and want to serve alcohol.

Several council members expressed concerns about supervision and underage access when alcohol is served in multiple areas of a multi-floor building, but supporters pointed to the civic center’s history of using temporary permits responsibly and the need for nonprofit revenue. Councilor Shumway said she initially had reservations but the roll call vote was unanimous.

City clerk records and staff noted that the license is for on-premise consumption only and that all licensed sales must be through Laramie Plains Civic Center Inc.; other organizations renting space may obtain their own temporary permits. The council authorized the mayor and city clerk to sign the license paperwork.

Vote: Motion to approve the license carried 9–0.","The council approved a bar-and-grill license for the Laramie Plains Civic Center Inc., allowing on-premise alcohol sales at the Griffin Theatre and across the civic center property under a single license; council voted 9–0.",{"_33":101,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":102,"_41":103,"_43":104,"_45":105,"_47":106,"_49":107,"_51":108,"_53":109,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":110,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":111,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},5980378,"Council approves housing code changes that shift some multifamily projects from conditional to permitted uses",627,2574000,3201000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5793410-2842fbfe476e8252c48a487efcd9476d&start=2574&end=3201","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5793410-2842fbfe476e8252c48a487efcd9476d/thumbnail_2574000.jpg","/articles/5980378/Wyoming/Council-approves-housing-code-changes-that-shift-some-multifamily-projects-from-conditional-to-permitted-uses","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/5980378-2e590f2b9d05407dd13936860528c6b1/orig.mp4?Expires=1774819534&Signature=iBYVjLeog3u3nIPLMAa~izq1vXQ7Lv4PugOQcGQImEUxehYMR2tLTd~PFX~dTCm7TEg4RrEpYx9~wrGxnqwV2N18SwzoidyA0k8bxI2OFNBaJCILKx4dousnnuxsND1IbqjMaRDPS8oZkK2NH02FA-CVp7ZUS5mkIk6zWkHCurzwuudFMqhKGZS7Cr0yes~SWFz-0t7B8yIgDKDOB-fbaRnU9D0x0WKqzKnuF2No6ExSfkdVFCZJHiLtP1PDunqRKxvObCpErZ8ZGOhdrq9EODuJWIuDcr3zzKGfdL~UToduZeg6kRB4KEKudsQtraobbGeFpqCtNFmPvCnPvhiW-w__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Laramie — The City Council on Sept. 16 adopted amendments to multiple sections of Title 15 of the Laramie Municipal Code intended to streamline housing development, including a change that makes certain multifamily residential uses permitted rather than conditional in several commercial zoning districts.

Director Taney, presenting the second reading, said the changes are intended to “make the path easier for housing” and align zoning allowed uses with the city’s housing initiatives and comprehensive plan. “If they meet our code requirements, then they may be more willing to invest in a property,” Taney said.

Multiple public commenters urged caution. Ryan Shields, a Grandview Heights resident, asked council to retain case-by-case review for multifamily development adjacent to single-family homes. “Changing the rules now — eliminating transparency in government — is not a best practice,” Shields said during the public hearing.

The ordinance removes the conditional-use requirement for multifamily uses in several commercial zones including the B‑1 and B‑2 zoning districts and C‑2, making them permitted by-right in those zones. Council asked staff for details on height limits; staff said B‑1 allows up to 50 feet and B‑2 up to 65 feet, and noted the R‑3 multifamily district also has a 50‑foot maximum in many cases.

Supporters on council framed the change as a tool to increase housing supply and predictability for developers; opponents argued it removes an important public-notice and review step. Council votes reflected the split: 6–3 in favor with Councilors O'Doherty, Bowling, Reid, Beheel, Richardson and Temby voting yes and Councilors Conway, Lockhart and Newman voting no.

Director Taney and council members noted the change affects process rather than prohibiting multifamily development — conditional use remains an option in many places — and that height, parking and other code standards still apply. Taney also reminded council that amendments could be made at third reading or future sessions if members wanted to alter specific sections rather than reject the entire ordinance.

The ordinance was approved on second reading Sept. 16 and councilors discussed possible additional public input ahead of final action.","The council approved amendments to Title 15 that make multifamily dwellings permitted (rather than conditional) in several commercial zoning districts; the measure passed 6–3 after public comment citing loss of public process.",{"_33":113,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":114,"_41":115,"_43":116,"_45":117,"_47":118,"_49":119,"_51":120,"_53":121,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":122,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":123,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},5980383,"Laramie approves $10.9 million GMP, taps reserves to replace West Laramie lift station",860,2416000,3276000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5793410-2842fbfe476e8252c48a487efcd9476d&start=2416&end=3276","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5793410-2842fbfe476e8252c48a487efcd9476d/thumbnail_2416000.jpg","/articles/5980383/Wyoming/Laramie-approves-109-million-GMP-taps-reserves-to-replace-West-Laramie-lift-station","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/5980383-9dd993fae87ba977425654245adf0ab6/orig.mp4?Expires=1774819534&Signature=Fkbobhjf87ue08j8nqi01Y8mb8DSPRKretRmBjqGIjMRtvsFcQ-tvL~E8RSGbnyFcJ-~hcbPh9-wo9R28ZD0dSGCVf9zJhdtKGCotCEE1y549vgh0NFIFuHl7~89GVXfA-etH0KAF5iXTblnf5tznfLLMK5yRzvYa6jADPJb~xjfcbpDfmQOgvR55Zx-gu-aHKgaK4liNOou4K9xRlYXCt8d8t136ahDWb0c9GUxvT1mPfMc9TPfG1ltBxUZFY~BtLoljaUTMVab3WXU0WeZNkLYN9~7zC~F~IFzlrplQrhdyAXpj~BeraQj871Vuh0Ly9qFAhbAqcIytdpH2yvJpA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Laramie — The City Council on Sept. 16 approved work authorizations and budget changes to replace the aging West Laramie Main Lift Station, awarding a guaranteed maximum price (GMP) of $10,894,861 to construction manager-at-risk Hensel Phelps and approving related design and administration amendments.

City public works staff said the existing lift station serves about 10,000 residents in West Laramie and is approaching the end of its useful life because groundwater exposure and corrosion have deteriorated the steel dry well and pump house. “The new dry well will be epoxy-coated steel to extend the useful life,” Director Webb said, adding the replacement will include improved staff safety features such as a staircase, handrails and built-in ventilation.

The project budget changed substantially during design and bidding. Staff reported a current budget of $10,183,500 and a total proposed project budget of $12,398,500. To cover the gap, council approved a budget amendment that draws $1,825,000 from wastewater reserves and transfers $390,000 from a planned A-line design project. Council also noted a $9,500,000 State Revolving Fund (SRF) loan approved Oct. 3, 2024, to help finance the work.

Director Wade described the wastewater fund as one of the city’s smaller enterprise funds, noting it had roughly $18 million in available resources in 2024 and that the project cost estimates have risen from about $4 million to roughly $12 million during planning. “A fund of this size is not really built for millions of dollars of swings,” Wade said, adding that staff expects wastewater rates may need to increase in the near future and that the SRF amortization will spread debt service over 20 years.

Council also approved Amendment No. 03 with engineering firm Tetra Tech for construction administration and SRF compliance support in the amount of $790,000 with a $79,000 contingency. Staff explained SRF-funded projects require additional federal reporting on materials, time and wages, increasing construction administration workload.

Motions: Councilor O'Doherty moved to award the work authorization to Hensel Phelps for the West Laramie Main Lift Station (GMP $10,894,861) and to approve Resolution 2025-75 amending appropriations for FY2025–26; Councilor Newman seconded. The motion passed 9–0. Councilor Vigil moved to approve Amendment No. 03 with Tetra Tech ($790,000 plus $79,000 contingency); Councilor O'Doherty seconded and the motion passed 9–0.

Staff said the new wet well will be concrete and the overall replacement will reduce future maintenance hazards and extend system life. Questions from council focused on frequency of such capital projects, relative fund size, and an expectation that staff will continue financial planning with a rate consultant.

The council authorized the mayor and city clerk to sign the contracts and budget amendment documents. Work is expected to proceed under the CMA/CMAR delivery; staff said design began in 2023 and that Tetra Tech and Hensel Phelps completed design in 2025.

The motion and associated budget amendment and contract authorizations mark formal council approval to proceed with construction and contract administration for the West Laramie Main Lift Station.","The City Council awarded a construction-manager-at-risk guaranteed maximum price (GMP) to Hensel Phelps for the West Laramie Main Lift Station, approved related engineering and budget changes and disclosed a $9.5 million SRF loan; council voted 9-0.","actionData","errors"]

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