City Council

City of Torrington ) County of Goshen ) State of Wyoming ) The Torrington City Council met in regular session on Tuesday, August 19, 2025 in the City Council Chambers at 436 East 22nd Ave. at 5:30 p.m. Present: Mayor Doby, Council Members Deahl, Kelly, Viktorin and Warren. Also Present: Attorney Eddington, Director of Public Works Harkins, Chief of Police Johnson, Buildings & Grounds Superintendent Estes, Senior Accounting Clerk Estes and Deputy City Clerk Anaya. Mayor Doby called the meeting to order. Councilman Warren led the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Doby led the session with informational announcements on the following items: 1. Mayor Doby stated that the school year started on 08-18-25 for all City and County schools. He requested to the public to please yield for school busses, especially those loading and unloading children, and to obey all traffic laws. Mayor Doby also requested that the public watch for lower speed limits in the school zones; 2. Reminder to the public to be cautious and mindful of the presence of pedestrians, motorcyclists, bicyclists, scooterists and skateboarders on the streets; 3. Mayor Doby stated that most residents have done well battling the weeds this year. He thanked those folks that have kept up with that service. Mayor Doby indicated that there are still many properties around town that are in violation of the City weed ordinance. He urged all property owners to take care of their weeds in order to proactively avoid a visit from Code Enforcement Officers; 4. Mayor Doby encouraged the public to please continue to enjoy the following municipal recreational venues as the warm weather continues: 1. Golf course; 2. Swimming pool; 3. Ball fields; 4. Walking paths; and 5. Pickleball courts; and 5. Request to the public to slow down and to refrain from using their cell phones while driving. Councilman Deahl moved and Councilman Kelly seconded to approve the consent agenda which includes the minutes from the 08-05-25 Council meeting to be published on 08-20-25 and all actions therein be ratified. Motion carried unanimously. Councilman Viktorin moved and Councilman Warren seconded to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried unanimously. Mayor Doby presented the ratification of the special event permit addendum that was approved on 08-07-25. He stated that Matthew Richardson with The Compound submitted an additional request for the closure of East M Street for The Hometown Hustle 5K that was held on 08-09-25 from 7:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Mayor Doby indicated that the additional road closure request will require barricades and staff time which equates to $105.00. He commented that Mr. Richardson has agreed to reimburse the City for that amount. Councilman Deahl moved and Councilman Kelly seconded to ratify the special event permit addendum that was approved on 08-07-25. Motion carried unanimously. Attorney Eddington read by title AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AND RE-ENACTING SECTION 12.40.060. OF THE TORRINGTON MUNICIPAL CODE, 2025 REVISIONS, RELATING TO MUNICIPAL PARKS- HOURS OF USE. Councilman Kelly moved and Councilman Viktorin seconded to approve Ordinance No. 1299 as presented on third reading. Motion carried unanimously. Director of Public Works (DPW) Harkins presented the bid results for the FY26 Airport Terminal Building Project (FAA AIP Project 3-56-0029-024-2025). He stated that staff recommends awarding the bid to Dietzler Construction Corp of Berthoud, Colorado in the amount of $1,198,377.15 contingent upon final approval by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Wyoming Department of Transportation Aeronautics Division. DPW Harkins indicated that the project includes the construction of a new 1,855 SF terminal building at the airport. He commented that it also includes the relocation of the radio and weather equipment, Veeder-Root system and Automated Surface Observing System (ASOS) to the new building. DPW Harkins stated that a bid opening was held on 06-26-25 for the project and indicated that three contractors submitted bids in conformance with the bidding requirements. He commented that the low bid from Dietzler Construction was $392,327.15 (48.7%) over the engineer’s estimate of $806,050.00. DPW Harkins stated that the contractor has been given 110 working days from the date of the notice-to-proceed to be substantially complete with the project. He indicated that the engineering design and construction inspection for this project was previously approved on 01-21-25 in the not-to-exceed amount of $135,650.21. DPW Harkins commented that the total cost for the project is $1,359,027.15. He stated that funding for the project is as follows: 1. 5 years of BIL apportionment in the amount of $760,000.00 (FAA 95%, WYDOT 2.5%, City 2.5%); 2. WYDOT State only grant in the amount of $250,000.00 (WYDOT 80%, City 20%); 3. WYDOT State apportionment in the amount of $33,247.15 (FAA 95%, WYDOT 2.5%, City 2.5%); and 4. Borrow from future years airport entitlements for two years in the amount of $315,780.00 (FAA 95%, WYDOT 2.5%, City 2.5%). DPW Harkins indicated that funding for the project was established in the FY26 Budget in the amount of $1,242,660.00. He commented that although the City has sufficient funds for the construction of the project, the amount in the FY26 Budget will not be sufficient to cover the cost of the project, therefore a budget adjustment in the amount of $116,367.15 will have to be made at some point. DPW Harkins stated that it is likely that the project will not start until next spring and that it will extend into FY27 beginning July 1, 2026. He indicated that this Page | 1 may help with the funding issue as the necessary funds could be allocated in the FY27 Budget. Councilman Deahl moved and Councilman Kelly seconded to award the bid to Dietzler Construction Corp of Berthoud, Colorado in the amount of $1,198,377.15 contingent upon final approval by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Wyoming Department of Transportation Aeronautics Division as presented. Motion carried unanimously. Director of Public Works (DPW) Harkins presented the bid results for the FY26 Sewer and Manhole Lining Improvements Project. He stated that staff recommends awarding the bid to Insituform Technologies of Chesterfield, Missouri in the amount of $684,747.73 and reserve $115,252.27 (14.41%) for contingency for a project total of $800,000.00. DPW Harkins indicated that the project consists of constructing 14,071 lineal feet of 8” cure-in place pipe (CIPP), 307 lateral reinstatements, 441.63 vertical feet of manhole protective coating material (PCM) and all incidentals associated with the project bid items. He commented that a bid opening was held on 07-23-25 for the project and stated that three bids were submitted in conformance with the bidding requirements. DPW Harkins indicated that the contractor has been given the option of when to start and 90 calendar days to complete the project. He commented that the project must be substantially completed by 11-28-26. DPW Harkins stated that the project is being funded through a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) in the amount of $932,171.00. He indicated that staff is currently looking into contracting with a private inspector for the project. DPW Harkins commented that the plan is to advertise for these services through an RFP and then select the most qualified candidate at the lowest cost for the services. He stated that the cost will be fully reimbursable using the CDBG funding. Councilman Viktorin moved and Councilman Warren seconded to award the bid to Insituform Technologies of Chesterfield, Missouri in the amount of $684,747.73 and reserve $115,252.27 (14.41%) for contingency for a project total of $800,000.00 as presented. Motion carried unanimously. The bills from 08-06-25 to 08-19-25 were presented for payment. Councilman Kelly 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 (TVFD) responded to in the last couple of weeks. He also stated that the TVFD is going to be participating in the following community engagement events: 1. 09-04-25 Joint training with the Department of Corrections at the prison; 2. 09-06-25 Safe Kids Day at the fairgrounds; and 3. 09-12-25 Guns N Hoses Blood Draw with the help of the Torrington Police Department at the fire hall. Councilman Viktorin thanked the Goshen County Cattlewomen for their beautification efforts in the downtown area and for their work in promoting beef in Goshen County. Councilman Deahl moved and Councilman Viktorin seconded to adjourn to executive session to discuss personnel. Motion carried unanimously. Councilman Viktorin moved and Councilman Warren seconded to return the Mayor and Council to regular session. Motion carried unanimously. Mayor Doby adjourned the meeting at 6:58 p.m. The following bills were approved for payment: 81859 CRESTON WATER SOLUTIONS INC. chemicals/water treatment plant 1600.00;81860 DAVID A. DENT Golf Pro Payable 7510.17; 81861 GREAT WEST TRUST CO LLC payroll withholding 2520.00;81862 Void;81863 MONTANA CSSD SDU payroll withholding 210.16;81864 MOTOROLA SOLUTIONS INC. dispatch 911 service contract 5056.05;81865 NEW YORK LIFE payroll withholding 227.00;81866 PLATTE CO payroll withholding 199.98;81867 VYVE BROADBAND fiber internet,data lines 2164.42;81868 WYRULEC CO Landfill Electric 184.17;81869 ACCUSCREEN MOBILE DRUG TESTING SERVICES rapid screen drug test 45.00;81870 ADB SAFEGATE AMERICAS LLC runway lights 688.16;81871 ALMA SANA COUNSELING individual session 100.00;81872 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES gloves,square drive, post it flags,receipt paper,microwave,reusable respirators,degreaser,aerosol lubricant, sandpaper roll,classification folders,pressboard folders,dummy rounds ammunition,label maker tape,toner cartridges,desk fan,desk heater,printable business cards,safety shirts,catalog envelopes,sticky notes,wrist pad/mouse pad,chlorine,reagent,pH indicator 1380.37;81873 AT&T MOBILITY cardiac monitor transmission fees 16.73;81874 AVI PC Well #16 Connection Project 4156.59;81875 B & H INVESTMENTS INC. water cooler rentals,water delivery/pick up 505.50;81876 BAILYE GOULART mileage reimb 198.80;81877 BITUMINOUS PAVING INC. FY26 Chip Seal Placement Project 183827.38;81878 BIVENS CONSTRUCTION INC. rip/rap rubble, recycled asphalt 1459.36;81879 BLACK HILLS ENERGY utilities-gas 2151.15;81880 BOMGAARS SUPPLY INC. credit,ear tags,broom,shovel,v-belts,hose reel,hose,spout,gas can,pumps,bolts, trimmer line,combo wrench,connector,garden hose,refrigerant,grease gun,couplers,t-shirts, utility jugs,windshield washer fluid,oil,ratchet straps,impact driver,battery/charger,drive fan, batteries,extension cords,chainsaw chain,work boots,garden weasel,electrical tape,glue, Page | 2 connectors,bolts,plates,chain,hose couplings,clorox wipes,fly stiks,creeper,hose nozzles,tire sealant,clips,ratchet strap,floor flange,pipe nipples/elbows,wd40,spouts,mailbox,direct drive fan,replacement head/lines,hose barb,rigid caster,brush/weed knife,weed killer,staples,spray paint,twine,wire,electric post,work pants,measuring pitcher,roundup,vegetation barr, thermometers,trash bags,toilet brush,trash can,screws,chuck,insect repellent,file,chisel,blo- gun,disc,goggles,spot sprayer,batteries,core exchange,bucket,ant bait,wrenches,tap,storage tote,bushing,dry gauge,pip rings,tin snips,pto pins,hyd fluid 4776.93;81881 BOUND TREE MEDICAL gauze,curaplex OB kit 129.84;81882 BROWN CO trimmer maint,switch 79.71;81883 CASELLE INC. contract support & maint 2652.00;81884 CASPER COLLEGE pumps & pumping training 598.00;81885 CENTURY LUMBER CENTER caps,sprinkler,adapters,couplings,hem fir, plug,fasteners,sponge,mineral spirits,rubber sheet,screwdriver,hex t-key set,spray paint,screws, pine,bushings,nipples,rebar,hitch pin,conduit,con body,hole saw,hole strap,aircraft bit,solvent cement,cup wheel,timer switch,padlock,fuse puller,menders w/ clamps,hose,ball valve,hose clamps,fiber expansion,bungee cord,u-shape,chip seal to cover sidewalks,flag,flag pole,exterior paint,cover,outdoor boxes,patio pavers,door stops 1663.94;81886 COMMUNITY HOSPITAL ambulance supplies 114.15;81887 CONTRACTORS MATERIALS INC. pants,paint,saw blade 929.40;81888 CRESTON WATER SOLUTIONS INC. chemicals-H2O treatment plant 1600.00; 81889 D A R E tobacco/alcohol compliance reimb 910.00;81890 DBC IRRIGATION SUPPLY paint 71.43;81891 DEBORAH WUNDERLICH deposit refund 163.18;81892 DISPLAY SALES CO christmas decorations 9530.00;81893 DIVERSIFIED SERVICES INC. cleaning services 620.00; 81894 ELK ECO-CYCLE dumpster picked up 30.00;81895 ENERGY LABORATORIES INC. lab testing 1190.00;81896 ENVIRO SERVICES INC. lab analysis 185.00;81897 ERIC REICHERT INSULATION & CONSTRUCTION East D Street Project 669045.43;81898 ERIC REICHERT INSULATION & CONSTRUCTION transfer of retainage 35212.63;81899 FAIRBANKS SCALES INC. landfill scale upgrades 5501.00;81900 FASTENAL CO bleach 63.06;81901 FULL SOURCE hi-vis safety shirts 410.79;81902 GLOBAL INDUSTRIAL hard hat w/ face shield 184.94;81903 GO GOSHEN ¼ cent sales tax,monthly contribution 31336.21;81904 GRAINGER duct o-ring,metal cleaner/polish,fire hose adapters 105.04;81905 GREATAMERICA FINANCIAL SERVICES CORP copier leases 356.00; 81906 HAWKINS INC. sodium hydrox 50% diaphragm 3721.96;81907 IDEAL LINEN/BLUFFS FACILITY SOLUTION mats,scrapers,sam dust/energy fees,garments,sam garment fees,sam linen, coveralls,mops,towels 715.64;81908 J HARLEN CO INC. bucket cover 168.90;81909 JAMES A. EDDINGTON PC City Attorney 9400.00;81910 JOE & FLO INVESTMENTS window cleaning 1200.00;81911 JOE FALES property clean-up 587.50;81912 JOE JOHNSON EQUIPMENT LLC gutter brooms,main brooms 1809.00;81913 JOHN B. PATRICK Municipal Court Judge 2000.00; 81914 KATHY MARTINEZ museum contract 203.00;81915 KNIFE RIVER water hydrant deposit refund less water used,crushed base 1577.70;81916 KNOW HOW INC. tractor genie,tape, battery,o-rings,a/c compressor clutch,radiator cap,filters,cooling fan assy,wheel nuts,constant velocity drive shaft,gear oil,socket extension set,socket,hyd hose fittings,hose,hood catch bracket,tarp strap,hyd fluid 1533.25;81917 LAWSON PRODUCTS INC. assorted drill bits 286.83; 81918 LEGACY COOPERATIVE water/water refills,propane bottles,ruby dyed diesel,unleaded gas,commercial propane 21176.42;81919 LIFEMED SAFETY INC. zoll roll paper 65.50;81920 LYNDSEY A. EDMUNDS deposit refund 27.36;81921 MARTIN MARIETTA MATERIALS gravel 605.16;81922 MARY ANN SCHMIDT deposit refund 49.09;81923 MATHESON TRI-GAS INC. mesh vests,lens cleaning towelettes,gloves 79.07;81924 MC SCHAFF & ASSOCIATES INC. East D Street Project 38649.09;81925 MC SCHAFF & ASSOCIATES INC. Airport NAVAID Replacement 11276.23;81926 MENARDS water,kayak wall cradle,heavy duty pegs 72.81;81927 MERVIN MECKLENBURG Court Appointed Attorney 440.00;81928 METAL SHOP AND REPAIR LLC fabricated storm drain grates,flow meter 381.00;81929 MEYER ON MAIN LLC clipboards 15.96; 81930 MOOREHOUSE INC. black rock 325.00;81931 MS LORRI CAR WASH LLC car wash tokens 220.00;81932 MUNICIPAL ENERGY AGENCY OF NE wholesale power 525513.49;81933 NEW HOPE COUNSELING individual sessions 300.00;81934 NORTHWEST PIPE FITTINGS INC. restraint gland pack 306.40;81935 ONE CALL OF WY tickets for CDC code TRG 166.95;81936 O'REILLY AUTO ENTERPRISES LLC transmission fluid,window wiper fluid,filters,wiper blades 92.74;81937 PARKER POE ADAMS & BERNSTEIN LLP 2025 PCA Application 5.00;81938 PETERBILT OF WY master switch module 150.00;81939 PINE ROCK REALTY deposit refund 122.82;81940 PINNACLE BANK training,travel expenses-meals/fuel,pool concessions,vehicle wash,evidence bags,labels,return,stock supplies,vehicle inspection cards,cart,propel water packets,irrigation controller,ice bags,pd vehicle equipment 3729.32;81941 PITTMAN ELECTRIC LLC fixed Page | 3 courtroom lights/replaced motor 1434.78;81942 POMP'S TIRE SERVICE tires 4671.55;81943 PORT-A-POTS BY TDS INC. standard units 854.94;81944 QUILL LLC highlighters 9.99;81945 RED BARN SHOP LLC shop 4 post lift cylinder repairs 579.85;81946 SARGENT DRILLING CO school pump replacements 18249.49;81947 SIMPLY CLEAN dishwasher cleaner 242.21;81948 SOUTHWESTERN EQUIPMENT CO lower arm w/ brass bushing 565.54;81949 STEVE DECKER pramaxis,weed killer,paint,strainers 4266.00;81950 STUART C IRBY CO wire,arm/bracket,meter socket cover 1248.00;81951 TIM CROSS meal reimb 19.26;81952 TORRINGTON EMPLOYEES INSURANCE select flex contributions 6498.42;81953 TORRINGTON FIRE DEPT professional services 2500.00;81954 TORRINGTON FIRE DEPT FY25 ½ pension (not paid in FY25) 6375.00; 81955 TORRINGTON TELEGRAM ads,legals 2357.14;81956 TRANE US INC. repairs/cooling tower 2349.00;81957 TRAVELERS INDEMNITY CO surety bond 378.00;81958 TREY VALLEY PROPERTIES deposit refund 90.44;81959 U S POSTMASTER credit for postage 1250.00;81960 UNITED AMERICAN INSURANCE medicare premium/contract 141.00;81961 VALLEY MOTOR SUPPLY air re-freshner,wiper blades,oil,filters,diesel exhaust fluid,extreme pressure grease,cqblu air 456.85;81962 VEOLIA WTS USA INC. monthly chemical management 7769.04;81963 VERIZON WIRELESS TVFD cell phones 137.12;81964 WATER ENVIRONMENT FEDERATION membership renewal 117.00;81965 WESTCO oil,propane,turf herbicide,pump/parts,fuel pump,contract unleaded 14350.58;81966 WJR WY LLC Airport Project 42203.82;81967 WY AIRPORT SERVICES LLC Airport Operator Contract 1987.50;81968 WY DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION new license plate 10.00;81969 WY DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe 12500.00;81970 WY MACHINERY CO elements,filters,service maint,repairs-clutch brake,cooling system 6380.73; 81971 ZANE FREOUF deposit refund 18.88;81972 MEDICAL AIR SERVICES ASSOCIATION medical air transport insurance 1577.00;81973 REGIONAL CARE INC. select flex admin 126.00 Page | 4