Rock Springs council elects president, approves personnel hires and accepts parks plan; bills and claims pass with two abstentions

The Rock Springs City Council took routine and administrative actions at its Jan. 7, 2025 meeting, including electing a council president, approving personnel requests in the police department, accepting a parks needs assessment, and taking votes on bills and claims and salaries.

Election of council president Councillor Dimas was nominated and elected council president by acclamation. Councilor Zadhi nominated Dimas and the nomination was seconded by Councilor Hickerson; the council indicated “aye” and the motion carried unanimously.

Personnel and departmental items - The council approved the police department’s request to fill a vacant sergeant position. Motion moved by Councilor Hanson, seconded by Councilor Thompson; the motion carried unanimously. - The council approved filling a vacant animal control officer position at the animal control shelter. Motion moved by Councilor Demas, seconded by Councilor Pedri; the motion carried unanimously. Councilors and staff noted the shelter received nearly…