Andrew Dykshorn

The committee discussed several items, including amending the solid waste fee schedule, revising water and sewer rates, and defining terms of employment for the Cheyenne Police Department. Additionally, they addressed the discharge of uncollectible debts, accepted a donation for affordable housing purposes, reviewed a real estate purchase agreement with KT Land Holdings LLC, approved a feasibility study for Parsley Boulevard and Wallik Road extension, and renewed a contract with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming for third-party administrator services.

The meeting includes reports from the City Council representative and the Planning and Development Department, followed by a review of strategic goals such as the National Register of Historic Places, the Oral Histories Project, Historic Preservation Month, public education, ornaments, the Airport Fountain planning, the Pumphouse, design guidelines, and various watch list items. New business involves a telecommunications tower proposal by the Bridger Tower Corporation, while old business includes an update regarding property on 21st Street.

The Cheyenne Historic Preservation Board's Strategic Plan for 2026 aims to safeguard historic places through inventory, district creation, and local listings. It also focuses on enhancing community engagement and public awareness regarding historic preservation, while actively pursuing resource development and fundraising initiatives to support its goals. Key action items include completing a cultural resource survey on African American history, nominating the Old Airport Terminal to the National Register, conducting oral histories, and planning for Historic Preservation Month events.

The board received reports from the City Council and Planning and Development departments. Key agenda items included status updates on the National Register of Historic Places, Oral Histories project, Historic Preservation Month events, and public education and marketing efforts. The board discussed the Airport Fountain Planning, the Demo by Neglect Ordinance, and reviewed a demolition permit for a property on 1st Avenue. Old business included discussions on property improvements at 21st Street and the Lousia Swain Building Easement.

The board discussed reports from the City Council and Planning & Development departments, along with updates on strategic goals including National Register of Historic Places projects, public education marketing efforts, and Airport Fountain planning. Financial authorizations were approved for marketing purposes and for an assessment of the Airport Fountain. The board also reviewed items on the Watch List, received a recap of the Saving Places Conference, approved the 2026 Strategic Planning goals, and discussed the 2025 Annual Report, board membership, and the Louisa Swain building.