City Council

City of Torrington ) County of Goshen ) State of Wyoming ) The Torrington City Council met in regular session on Tuesday, September 19, 2023 in the City Council Chambers at 436 East 22nd Ave. at 7:00 p.m. Present: Mayor Doby, Council Members Deahl, Kelly, Patterson and Viktorin. Also Present: Clerk/Treasurer Strecker, Attorney Eddington, Director of Public Works/City Engineer Harkins, Chief of Police Johnson, Buildings & Grounds Superintendent Estes, Water/Wastewater Supervisor Troxel, Deputy City Treasurer Nichols and Deputy City Clerk Anaya. Mayor Doby called the meeting to order. Councilman Deahl led the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Doby led the session with informational announcements on the following items: 1. Mayor Doby read a letter received on behalf of Dylan Packard. The letter thanked the City of Torrington for the use of their Wyoming Community Gas (WCG) contribution funds that were allocated towards an Eastern Wyoming College scholarship that she was awarded; 2. 09-16-23 Classic Cars on Main Street update; 3. 09-14-23, 09-15-23 and 09-16-23 Elks Lodge 1726 Fall Convention Event(s) update; 4. 09-16- 23 Music on Main Fall Concert Event update; 5. Announcement that the soccer fields at the Sports Complex are closed this fall for care and maintenance; 6. Reminder to the public to take extra caution with the increased pedestrian, bus, bicycle and motorcycle traffic as schools are back in session; 7. Request to the public to refrain from using their cell phones while driving; 8. Mayor Doby stated that he personally took a tour of the City on 09-18-23 and indicated that it was discovered that several properties are not complying with the ordinance relating to weeds. He commented that several yards and driveways are also not meeting zoning and ordinance standards regarding unlicensed and decrepit vehicles. Mayor Doby urged all citizens to please take immediate action to comply with these zoning regulations and City ordinances to beautify the City of Torrington and make it an even more pleasant place to live, and in order to proactively avoid a visit from Code Enforcement Officers. He encouraged anyone with concerns to call the Torrington Police Department non-emergency phone number which is (307) 532-7001; 9. Annual fall clean-up update. Announcement that the event is currently taking place from 09-16-23 through 09-23-23; and 10. Mayor Doby encouraged everyone to continue to enjoy the beautiful weather as we transition into fall. Councilman Patterson moved and Councilman Deahl seconded to approve the consent agenda which includes the minutes from the 09-05-23 Council meeting as published and all actions therein be ratified. Motion carried unanimously. Councilman Viktorin moved and Councilman Kelly seconded to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried unanimously. Mayor Doby noted the time had arrived for the Mayor and Council to adjourn from regular session and convene as a Board of Adjustment. Mayor Doby stated that Carl Carlson requested approval of a zone change from R-3 and C-1 to R6-A for Lot 7 & 8, E. 101.8’ Williams Subdivision. He opened the public hearing for consideration of the zoning request. Mayor Doby asked for public comments in favor of or against the approval of the zoning request. Mr. Carlson spoke in favor of the approval of the zoning request. He indicated that he is requesting the zone change because he would like to continue to raise chickens on the lot and commented that it was recently discovered that the current zoning does not allow that specific use. Mr. Carlson stated that he was always under the impression that his property was outside of the City limits. Buildings & Grounds Superintendent Estes indicated that R6-A is a newer zone that was created in 2016 and commented that it allows a limited number of poultry (up to 50 birds). Attorney Eddington stated that Section 6.04.230 of the City’s code prohibits chickens and indicated that that particular section of the code should have been amended back in 2016 when the R6-A zoning ordinance was passed and approved to exclude the R6-A zone from the prohibition. He commented that he will draft the required ordinance amendment that will clean up the inconsistency relating to chickens and present it for official approval at the next Council meeting. Mayor Doby asked for public comments against the approval of the zoning request, none were heard. The public hearing was closed. Councilman Patterson moved and Councilman Viktorin seconded to approve the zone change for Lot 7 & 8, E. 101.8’ Williams Subdivision from R-3 and C-1 to R6-A as presented. Motion carried unanimously. Mayor Doby returned the Mayor and Council to regular session. Attorney Eddington read by title AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AND RE-ENACTING SECTION 18.16.020 OF THE TORRINGTON MUNICIPAL CODE, 2023 REVISIONS, RELATING TO THE CITY OF TORRINGTON, WYOMING, AMENDING THE ZONING DISTRICT MAP BY ESTABLISHING “R6-A” ZONING FOR A TRACT OF LAND. Buildings & Grounds Superintendent Estes stated that the ordinance will establish the zoning for Lot 7 & 8, E. 101.8’ Williams Subdivision. Councilman Deahl moved and Councilman Kelly seconded to approve the ordinance on first reading as presented. Motion carried unanimously. Water/Wastewater Supervisor Troxel stated that staff would like permission to extend the rental agreement for the Vactor Truck an additional month through the end of October 2023. He Page | 1 indicated that the City’s insurance has still not made a final determination as to what is going to take place with the Vactor Truck that the City owns and commented that staff was recently informed that the State Loan and Investment Board’s next meeting is scheduled to be held on 10-05-23. Water/ Wastewater Supervisor Troxel stated that staff will know more information after the 10-05-23 meeting regarding whether or not the City’s grant application that was submitted for the purpose of purchasing a replacement Sewer Vacuum Truck on an emergency basis is approved or denied. He indicated that the Vactor Truck that is currently being rented has been utilized daily to ensure that the City’s preventative maintenance schedule remains on track and is completed properly. Water/Wastewater Supervisor Troxel commented that the additional month that he is requesting will give staff some additional time to work out some of the pending details that need to be resolved in order for them to make a more informed decision for this specific situation on a long-term basis. Councilman Kelly moved and Councilman Patterson seconded to grant staff permission to extend the rental agreement for the Vactor Truck an additional month through the end of October 2023 as presented. Motion carried unanimously. Director of Public Works (DPW)/City Engineer Harkins presented the bid results for the FY24 Public Works Facility Garage Addition Project. He stated that staff recommends awarding the bid to Paul Reed Construction of Gering, Nebraska in the amount of $483,845.00 and reserve $96,800.00 (16.7%) for contingency for a project total of $580,645.00. DPW/City Engineer Harkins indicated that the project is a design-build project for the construction of a 35’ x 112’ steel addition to the existing Public Works Facility. He commented that the addition is a six-bay garage that is to be insulated, heated and lighted. DPW/City Engineer Harkins stated that a bid opening was held on 09-06-23 and indicated that two bids were submitted in conformance with the bidding requirements. He commented that this project was previously bid on 06-29-22 and stated that Goshen County Construction was the only bidder and their bid of $754,031.00 exceeded the budget amount of $489,000.00 established in FY22. DPW/City Engineer Harkins indicated that it was recommended and Council approved rejecting that bid. He commented that funding for the project was re-established in the FY24 Budget in the amount of $680,000.00. Councilman Patterson moved and Councilman Deahl seconded to award the bid to Paul Reed Construction of Gering, Nebraska in the amount of $483,845.00 and reserve $96,800.00 (16.7%) for contingency for a project total of $580,645.00 as presented. Voting aye Deahl, Doby, Patterson and Viktorin, nay Kelly, motion carried. Clerk/Treasurer Strecker presented the bid results for a New Landfill Compactor. She stated that a bid opening was held on 09-13-23 and indicated that the bid received from Wyoming Machinery of Cheyenne, Wyoming was the only bid that was submitted. Clerk/Treasurer Strecker commented that staff recommends awarding the bid to Wyoming Machinery in the amount of $645,930.00. She stated that the estimated delivery time of the unit is 365 days from the award date. Clerk/Treasurer Strecker indicated that funding for the compactor was established in the FY24 Budget in the amount of $640,000.00 and commented that the remaining $5,930.00 will be budgeted in the FY25 Budget. Councilman Kelly moved and Councilman Viktorin seconded to award the bid to Wyoming Machinery of Cheyenne, Wyoming in the amount of $645,930.00 as presented. Motion carried unanimously. The bills from 09-06-23 to 09-19-23 were presented for payment. Councilman Kelly moved and Councilman Deahl seconded to approve the bills for payment as presented. Motion carried unanimously. Mayor Doby asked for public comments, questions or concerns. Councilman Kelly thanked Streets & Sanitation Superintendent Hawley and his crew for painting the crosswalks by the Senior Center. Councilman Deahl thanked Streets & Sanitation Superintendent Hawley, Chief of Police Johnson and their crews for their role in ensuring that the downtown events that took place over the weekend were successful and safe. Mayor Doby stated that Fire Chief Petsch provided him with a written report. He indicated that the report gave a brief update regarding the calls that the Torrington Volunteer Fire Department responded to in the last couple of weeks. Mayor Doby urged the public to remain extra cautious as the fire potential still exists. Mayor Doby adjourned the meeting at 7:50 p.m. The following bills were approved for payment: 76919 CITY OF TORRINGTON payroll withholding 1112.33;76920 DENT, DAVID A. Golf Pro Payable 3344.96;76921 GOSHEN CO DISTRICT COURT CLERK payroll withholding 100.00;76922 GREAT-WEST TRUST CO LLC payroll withholding 2013.00;76923 MUNICIPAL ENERGY AGENCY OF NE wholesale power 453113.17;76924 NEW YORK LIFE payroll withholding 614.00;76925 CENTURYLINK TVFD phone,data line 218.23;76926 WYRULEC CO Landfill Electric 161.43;76927 DURAN, VANESSA deposit refund 9.08;76928 KUTZER, JULIE deposit refund 78.23; 76929 JUSTIN, COTTON credit refund 153.15;76930 PRIEST, GABRIEL S. deposit refund 9.51;76931 PINE ROCK REALTY deposit refund 108.11;76932 ACCUSCREEN MOBILE DRUG TESTING SERVICES rapid screen drug tests 180.00;76933 ACTION COMMUNICATIONS INC. wire,coax cable,sirens/emergency preparedness-service 810.60;76934 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES urinal screens 50.90;76935 AT&T MOBILITY cardiac monitor transmission fees 33.46;76936 B & C STEEL CORPORATION steel for dumpsters 374.86;76937 BBS NARCOTICS ENFORCEMENT TRAINING drug interdiction classes 390.00; Page | 2 76938 BIG WOOD TREE SERVICE LLC power line clearing-various locations 5250.00;76939 BLACK HILLS ENERGY utilities-gas 1512.31;76940 BOUND TREE MEDICAL go-pap w/ biTrac ED w/ nebs 234.36;76941 BROWN CO harness 30.02;76942 BUTLER'S SALVAGE & TOWING towing fees 8426.25;76943 CENTURY LUMBER CENTER bungee assortment,foam wet filter,filter retainer cartridge,snips,utility knife,bimetal utility,marking paint,spray paint,wet mop,alum screen-storm drains,u-bolts,clamps,galv pipe strap, chalk,roller covers,plastic liners,tarp,fip caps,adapters,elbows,extractor,poly pipe,pump pliers,chrome plated tool,clear tape,quik tees,stud finder,ratchet handle,bushings,blade fuses,extension,washers, nipples,couplings,pivot trim head,trimmer line,pvc pipe,teflon tape,primer cement 899.95;76944 CITY SERVICE VALCON aviation fuel 21482.00;76945 CITY SERVICE VALCON Phillips 66 terminal maint fee 30.00;76946 CITY OF TORRINGTON recording fees,usps 82.30;76947 CITY OF TORRINGTON c/o FIRST STATE BANK optional sales tax 104553.59;76948 CIVICPLUS INC. annual SSL certificate renewal-hosting/ support website 4830.01;76949 CLARKE, JOSEPH A. install water heater 1130.00;76950 MHC KENWORTH tube grease 342.90;76951 SOIL WATER PLANT TESTING LAB soil testing package 80.00; 76952 CONNECTING POINT TVFD copier all-inclusive service contract 75.00;76953 CONTRACTORS MATERIALS INC. paint,lens clean towelettes,cargo pants,poly straps 1617.10;76954 DECKER, STEVE growth regulator,herbicide,insecticide,durapatch crs-2 oil 5923.00;76955 DIVERSIFIED SERVICES INC. cleaning services 625.00;76956 ENERGY LABORATORIES INC. lab testing 266.00;76957 FASTENAL CO batteries 15.92;76958 FERGUSON US HOLDINGS INC. ball curb valves,pentagon plugs,fittings 5492.34; 76959 FRITZLER, LARRY & DEBORAH pump septic tanks 809.00;76960 FUEL MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS operators annual inspections 1643.74;76961 G & L CONCRETE concrete 2111.25;76962 GLOBAL INDUSTRIAL zep drain cleaner 119.58;76963 GOSHEN CO ECONOMIC monthly contribution 2500.00; 76964 GOSHEN CO ECONOMIC ¼ cent sales tax 26139.03;76965 GOSHEN CO TREASURER water assessments 4922.26;76966 GOSHEN CO TREASURER 2023 property taxes 20420.01;76967 GREATAMERICA FINANCIAL SERVICES CORP copier leases 356.00;76968 GREENE, JAMES R. music production/Torrington Fly-In 200.00;76969 HAWKINS INC. sodium hydrox 50% diaphragm 3092.75; 76970 USABLUEBOOK synthetic pd-blower lubricant 1299.83;76971 HUNTER, GARY D. AC repairs 637.04;76972 IDEAL LINEN/BLUFFS FACILITY SOLUTION mats,scrapers,sam dust/energy fees,garments, sam garment fees,sam linen,coveralls,mops,towels 854.29;76973 INBERG-MILLER ENGINEERS Landfill New Cell Design & Permit Renewal Project 13240.63;76974 INLAND TRUCK PARTS & SERVICE seatbelts- driver/passenger,return 57.48;76975 JAMES A. EDDINGTON PC City Attorney 9187.50;76976 JAMES A. EDDINGTON PC City Attorney extended hours 95.00;76977 JOE & FLO INVESTMENTS LLC interior/ exterior window cleaning 1200.00;76978 JOE JOHNSON EQUIPMENT LLC gutter brush segments 1252.91;76979 JOLOVICH, MATTHEW JOHN catering/Torrington Fly-In 810.47;76980 FRANK PARTS CO warranty battery,filters,belts,adapters,fittings,nuts,antifreeze,spill free funnel,battery,coupling,hyd fluid, gasket seal,wiper blades 1531.11;76981 LONG II, DEREK J. deep root fertilization 580.00;76982 LUJAN CLEANING SERVICE LLC cleaning,window cleaning 273.75;76983 MARKS, STEPHANIE design/Torrington Fly-In 200.00;76984 MEDICAL AIR SERVICES ASSOCIATION medical air transport insurance 1596.00; 76985 MOTOROLA SOLUTIONS INC. charger,remote speaker/microphone 1486.13;76986 MOTOROLA SOLUTIONS INC. dispatch 911 service contract 4808.79;76987 NORTH PLATTE VALLEY CONSERVATION DIST contribution-hazardous waste collection day 4000.00;76988 NORTHEAST COMMUNITY COLLEGE electric job training/safety 1108.50;76989 NORTHWEST PIPE FITTINGS INC. compression unions, adapters,female flarexcomp,repair clamps 1319.93;76990 O'REILLY AUTO ENTERPRISES LLC tire cement, buf solution,liner sealer,fuel cap,tensioner ply,mini bulb,filters,battery,core return 210.05;76991 OLSON TIRE CO tire repairs,prema rad patches,valve,tire rotations 535.93;76992 ONE CALL OF WY tickets for CDC code TRG 208.50;76993 PANHANDLE COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION food for BBQ/National Night Out, food for retirement party,clear diesel,dyed ruby diesel 14174.72;76994 ENVIRO SERVICES INC. lab analysis 37.00;76995 PATRICK, JOHN B. Municipal Court Judge 2000.00;76996 PINNACLE BANK travel expenses-meals/fuel/lodging,training registrations/webinars,postage,recertification,field reference guides,ziploc gallon bags,sunscreen,paper towels,terry towels,kleenex,white vinegar,febreze,micro towels,pens,yearly subscription,pool concession candy 5659.13;76997 PRINT EXPRESS INC. window envelopes,business cards,lamination of sports complex maps 265.59;76998 QUADIENT FINANCE USA INC. neopost postage 835.44;76999 RICHEY, MICHAEL Airport Operator Contract 1666.66;77000 RICHEY, MICHAEL reimb/Torrington Fly-In 558.24;77001 SCHNEIDER WILD FUR insulated leather gloves 432.00; 77002 SMITTY'S REPAIR SERVICE shed kit 425.00;77003 SNOW CREST CHEMICALS LLC hot water closed loop contract 145.00;77004 DBC IRRIGATION SUPPLY return,sprinkler heads 1314.47;77005 QUILL LLC disposable urinal screens 54.99;77006 STARR TOOLS polartek eco A/C machine 5995.00;77007 STUART C IRBY CO glove testing,breakers,fiberglass box,pull boxes/lids 2922.23;77008 SUPER PRODUCTS monthly rodder rental 11910.00;77009 TIMBERLINE ELECTRIC & CONTROL CORP advantage software renewal 2920.00;77010 TORRINGTON OFFICE SUPPLY pens,writing pads 19.57;77011 U S POSTMASTER credit for postage 1250.00;77012 VEOLIA WTS USA INC. monthly chemical management 7769.04;77013 VERIZON WIRELESS TVFD cell phones 96.81;77014 GRAINGER sand bags,pump strainer 158.17;77015 WAMCO LAB INC. chronic toxicity test 380.00;77016 WEGLIN JR., ED mow/trim 120.00;77017 WESTCO refund for A/R overpayment,return,propane,unleaded gas 53.40;77018 RESPOND FIRST AID SYSTEMS OF WY 1st Page | 3 aid kit supplies 827.60;77019 WY MACHINERY wear plate 98.26;77020 TORRINGTON TELEGRAM ad, legals 2723.81;77021 CHAGOLLA, SHAINA credit refund 132.27 Page | 4