City Council

City of Torrington ) County of Goshen ) State of Wyoming ) The Torrington City Council met in regular session on Tuesday, July 2, 2024 in the City Council Chambers at 436 East 22nd Ave. at 5:30 p.m. Present: Mayor Doby, Council Members Deahl, Patterson and Viktorin. Councilman Kelly was absent but excused. Also Present: Clerk/Treasurer Strecker, Attorney Eddington, Director of Public Works Harkins, Chief of Police Johnson and Deputy City Clerk Anaya. Mayor Doby called the meeting to order. Councilman Viktorin led the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Doby led the session with informational announcements on the following items: 1. Mayor Doby stated that in observance of the Fourth of July holiday, all City of Torrington offices will be closed on Thursday, 07-04-24. He wished everyone a happy Independence Day; 2. Announcement that David MacDonald along with other readers will be reading the Declaration of Independence on 07-04-24 at 9:30 a.m. on the south lawn of the Goshen County Courthouse; 3. Mayor Doby stated that good citizenship involves being a good neighbor. He indicated that to be a good neighbor one should be friendly, be caring and watchful of their neighbor’s children and property, be watchful for all of their neighbors especially for seniors and those with disabilities, not be overly demanding or petty, be considerate and mow their lawn, pull their weeds, shovel their sidewalk and clean their pet’s waste. Mayor Doby commented that we all live in the community, stated that no man is an island and indicated that a good community starts with being a good neighbor; 4. Mayor Doby urged the citizens of Torrington to get out and enjoy the summer season; 5. Request to the public to refrain from using their cell phones while driving; and 6. Reminder to the public to be cautious and mindful of the presence of pedestrians, bicyclists, motorcyclists and scooterists on the streets. Councilman Viktorin moved and Councilman Deahl seconded to approve the consent agenda which includes the minutes from the 06-18-24 Council meeting as published and all actions therein be ratified. Motion carried unanimously. Councilman Patterson moved and Councilman Viktorin seconded to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried unanimously. Kara Wiggins with Vistabeam requested approval of a special event permit for a Summer Luau Event to be held on 07-12-24 from 3:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Mayor Doby indicated that the applicant is requesting approval to close the public street on Main Street from the intersection of Main Street and Valley Road to 20th Avenue and to have the special event permit fee waived. Ms. Wiggins spoke in support of the permit and commented that the event will include activities such as live music, a bounce house and corn hole boards. Chief of Police Johnson stated that when he initially spoke to Ms. Wiggins, he did not understand that she was going to have a bounce house at the event. He indicated that the bounce house is certainly something staff can work with provided that they can get power, but commented that there is also a liability waiver that will need to be worked out. Chief of Police Johnson stated that staff would recommend the approval of the special event permit with consideration that the waiver be submitted and completed subject to the City’s satisfaction. Councilman Viktorin moved and Councilman Patterson seconded to approve the special event permit contingent upon staff’s approval of a liability waiver and to waive the special event permit fee as presented. Motion carried unanimously. Clerk/Treasurer Strecker presented for approval the annual write-off of accounts. She stated that the write-offs in accounts receivable total $2,248.97 and the write-offs in utility billing total $8,388.89 for a total write-off amount of $10,637.86. The City Council determined the debt as uncollectable and extinguished the debt as an account receivable or asset of the City of Torrington. Councilman Patterson moved and Councilman Deahl seconded to approve the annual write-off of accounts totaling $10,637.86 as presented. Motion carried unanimously. The bills from 06-19-24 to 07-02-24 were presented for payment. Councilman Deahl moved and Councilman Viktorin seconded to approve the bills for payment as presented. Motion carried unanimously. Mayor Doby asked for public comments, questions or concerns. Fire Chief Correa briefly updated the Mayor and Council on the calls that the Torrington Volunteer Fire Department responded to in the last couple of weeks. He also reported that the replacement air compressor and fill station was received earlier in the day. Councilman Patterson stated that he would like to extend his sincere gratitude and appreciation for the Torrington Volunteer Fire Department on behalf of all Pine Ridge property owners. Mayor Doby announced that Councilman Kelly is absent but excused. Chief of Police Johnson announced that National Night Out is scheduled to be held on Tuesday, 08-06-24 at Jirdon Park. He stated that any vendor or business that is wanting to participate is welcome to do so by registering on the Facebook event page. Chief of Police Johnson also reminded the public that the Torrington Police Department will be hosting a DARE camp for all Goshen County students entering the sixth grade August 12-16, 2024. Page | 1  Mayor Doby adjourned the meeting at 6:16 p.m. The following bills were approved for payment: 78943 EJS SUPPLY LLC roll out carts,dumpster containers 17653.60;78944 Void;78945 GARHART, JESSICA replace deposit refund check 195.17;78946 STANDARD INSURANCE CO premium-long term disability 2382.96;78947 TORRINGTON EMPLOYEES INSURANCE select flex contributions 3897.30;78948 VIAERO WIRELESS cell phone,wireless hotspots 646.84;78949 WY DEPT OF REVENUE sales tax 17116.00;78950 WY DEPT OF WORKFORCE SERVICES workers compensation 8168.90;78951 WY RETIREMENT SYSTEMS Torr Vol EMT Pension 37.50;78952 WY RETIREMENT SYSTEMS retirement 79129.78;78953 AC ELECTRIC MOTOR SERVICE rebuilt motor at blower building 500.10;78954 ACCUSCREEN MOBILE DRUG TESTING SERVICES rapid screen drug tests 90.00;78955 AFLAC payroll withholding 1255.50;78956 ALTEC INDUSTRIES INC. vehicle repairs 16181.91; 78957 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES vacuum,antenna mount caps,ground junction block 852.65;78958 ARNOLD POOL CO adjustable vacless system,frame/grate 2321.99;78959 AT&T MOBILITY modem for ambulance 40.04;78960 AVFUEL CORPORATION jet fuel 13463.24;78961 AV-TECH ELECTRONICS INC. mounts & components 746.15;78962 B & B REPORTING INC. background checks 207.80;78963 BIG WOOD TREE SERVICE LLC tree removal/stump grinding 1600.00;78964 BIVENS CONSTRUCTION INC. recycled asphalt/concrete 8100.71;78965 BLOEDORN LUMBER CO-TORRINGTON wire sprinkler,walk behind trencher rental,sprinkler parts,gopher trap,clamps,nipples,elbows,ant killer,gas can,trash can, bushings,riser,wash mitt,liquid car wash,pail,brake cleaner,washers,adapter,connector,quick link, turnbuckle,bubble wrap,screwdriver bit,insert plug,pvc cement/primer,couplings,pvc,screwdriver, battery 825.36;78966 BOMGAARS SUPPLY INC. bolts,lawn weed & feed,work clothes,rapid grow lawn mix,machinery key,connector link,offset link,measuring wheel,steering wheel spinner,air fresheners, cleaner,ear tags,cable ties,funnel,hyd fluid,work boots,adapters,hose clamp,hoses,brakleen,gear lube, tune up grease,crimp tool,pump,nipples,elbow,gloves,bushings,teflon tape,mobile storage,tool case,t- handle w/ key,brake cleaner,lynch pin,starting fluid,kitten food,broadcast spreader,spray paint,storage totes,rake,safety pins,tractor hyd fluid,battery,bushings,trimmer line,cat litter,dispenser kit,bucket,tub, cable ties,tools,lawncare equipment,chaps,helmets,transmission/hyd fluid,shovels 5189.29;78967 BORDER STATES INDUSTRIES INC. wire,electrical parts,fuses,fuse links 4997.64;78968 BOWERS, MEGGAN deposit refund 322.74;78969 BROWN CO pulley 32.42;78970 CDW GOVERNMENT LLC tablet, keyboard,stylus 2130.71;78971 CENTURYLINK TVFD phone,data lines,water telemetry line,hvac remote line 1307.81;78972 CIVICPLUS INC. page correct,Monsido web & accessibility compliance 2950.36;78973 CONNECTING POINT copier all-inclusive service contracts 483.89;78974 CRONK, MORRIS D. a/c repairs, garbage truck repairs 564.00;78975 CULLIGAN WATER CONDITIONING OF TORRINGTON dispenser rentals,water 201.40;78976 DANA KEPNER CO INC. meter coupling,meter swivel nut 260.20;78977 DBC IRRIGATION SUPPLY sprinkler heads,accessories 1438.24;78978 DBT TRANSPORTATION SERVICES LLC quarterly navaid maintenance 1120.75;78979 DECKER, STEVE weed killer,chemicals 7912.50;78980 DENT, DAVID A. Golf Pro Payable 4527.64;78981 DIAMOND VOGEL paint 488.48;78982 DISPLAY SALES CO windscale 12 bracket system 404.74;78983 DKC ANDERSON RENTALS LLC deposit refund 352.16; 78984 ENERGY LABORATORIES INC. lab testing 353.00;78985 FRITZLER, LARRY & DEBORAH pump septic tank 253.00;78986 FURREY, MICHAEL R. deposit refund 118.31;78987 GOSHEN CO DISTRICT COURT CLERK payroll withholding 100.00;78988 GOSHEN CO SENIOR FRIENDSHIP annual contribution for grant match 9000.00;78989 GOSHEN DIESEL SERVICE safety valve,garbage truck repairs,fitting 755.00;78990 GRANT, SHYANN R. deposit refund 38.64;78991 GREAT-WEST TRUST CO LLC payroll withholding 2120.00;78992 HAWKINS INC. sodium hydrox 50% diaphragm,cyanuric acid 2929.76;78993 HEALING CONNECTIONS MENTAL HLTH THERAPY individual sessions 1800.00;78994 HOME & LAWN SERVICES LLC spraying park 170.25;78995 J-BUILT HOMES INC. FY24 Pioneer Drive Project 140418.64;78996 JEO CONSULTING GROUP INC. Torrington Well #5 Pump Replacement Project 2860.00;78997 LORETI, ROBERT painting pool building 5200.00;78998 MATHESON TRI-GAS INC. t-shirts,rechargeable flashlight 151.11;78999 MCCULLUM, WILLIAM J. deposit refund 17.70;79000 MECKLENBURG, MERVIN Court Appointed Attorney 750.00;79001 METAL SHOP AND REPAIR LLC tubing 17.98;79002 MHC KENWORTH- CHEYENNE oil,tub of hi-temp grease 1312.38;79003 MIDWEST PLUMBING INC. snake shower drain,clean debris from screen 310.00;79004 MONTANA CSSD SDU payroll withholding 205.55;79005 MOTOROLA SOLUTIONS INC. dispatch 911 service contract 5015.72;79006 NE SAFETY AND FIRE EQUIPMENT fire alarm/sprinkler system/range hood/backflow prevent device inspections 1698.00;79007 NEW YORK LIFE payroll withholding 257.00;79008 NICOLAY, ANDREA credit refund 36.71;79009 NORTH PLATTE VALLEY CONSERVATION DIST windbreak/tree row planting program 961.00;79010 OPENGOV INC. annual renewal/web transparency portal 12015.49;79011 PLATTE CO payroll withholding 199.98;79012 R & MM INVESTMENTS credit refund 41.06;79013 RAILROAD MANAGEMENT CO III LLC land lease 1489.90; 79014 RESPOND FIRST AID SYSTEMS OF WY 1st aid kit supplies 667.27;79015 RICHEY, MICHAEL A. Airport Operator Contract 1666.67;79016 RICHEY, MICHAEL A. air fuel 490.83;79017 SOUTH TORRINGTON WATER & SEWER DISTRICT museum-water/sewer 432.79;79018 SOUTHWESTERN EQUIPMENT CO cam follower,jam nuts,champion mast skeleton 16741.46;79019 SPORTS & FITNESS INC. annual prevent maintenance-fitness equipment 150.00;79020 Void;79021 TEXT MY GOV interactive texting communication system software 5000.00;79022 TOPLINE CONSTRUCTION LLC concrete work for canopy/install drain in baby pool,curb & gutter 24068.00;79023 TORRINGTON EMPLOYEES INSURANCE Page | 2 scrap metal to health ins 3273.60;79024 TORRINGTON FIRE DEPT convention expenses-City ½ 5184.46; 79025 TORRINGTON TELEGRAM legals 4227.81;79026 TORRINGTON VISION CLINIC P.C. safety glasses 493.00;79027 U S POSTMASTER postage due 81.04;79028 VAN PELT FENCING CO INC. fencing for cemetery 258.06;79029 VERIZON WIRELESS cell phones 653.66;79030 VYVE BROADBAND fiber internet, data lines 1765.75;79031 WAMCAT FY25 membership dues 225.00;79032 WARREN, JAMES LYNN detergent 91.01;79033 WATER VIEW INVESTMENTS LLC direct burial connectors/sprinklers 62.24;79034 WESTCO oil,contract premium diesel 6668.87;79035 WESTERN UNITED ELECTRIC SUPPLY pole set kits 731.10;79036 WY ASSOCIATION OF MUNICIPALITIES FY25 membership dues 9046.49 Page | 3