Brendan Fitzsimmons

The Board discussed the proposed McKee property purchase and gravel pit development, focusing on concerns related to a berm, permit restrictions, gravel sales, access, and ditches. A change order for the Woods Wardell bridge project was presented and approved, decreasing the contract due to the use of wood instead of wire on the fencing. The project's completion was accepted. The Big Piney County Shop improvements were discussed. An update on the Events Center floor pour was provided. The upcoming DEQ storm water permit audit, training, and refrigeration certification were reported. A FEMA grant submission for radios was approved. A resolution to appoint a special attorney for a Petition for Writ of Mandamus against the County Clerk was presented but not acted upon. A public hearing was held for applications to reclassify and rezone a parcel and to approve the Cora Subdivision, First Amendment Minor Subdivision. The Board requested cooperating agency status from the BLM regarding the Environmental Impact Statement for mineral exploration and mining withdrawal in Wyoming. Updates on the County Attorney Building, Extension Office, and Food Basket Lean-To projects were reviewed.

The Board of County Commissioners met in a special session to prepare the FY19 budget. They reviewed budget requests from various entities, including the Discover Center, Pinedale Preschool, Sublette Center, Rendezvous Pointe, Predator Control Board, and Visitors Center. Additionally, the board reviewed the Unified Fire budget and the Maintenance and Ice Arena budgets.

The meeting included discussions and decisions on various topics, such as road maintenance, utility markings, and snow removal. A resolution opposing the legalization of marijuana in Wyoming was adopted. The board also approved a progressive disciplinary policy for county employees and a Memorandum of Understanding between Jackson Hole Community Counseling Center and the Title 25 Partners of Sublette County. An appointment was made to the Historic Preservation Board, and a letter of support was approved for High Country Behavioral Health. Reports were given on the Rural Health Care District meeting, broadband proposals, the Marbleton Clinic remodel, and the Cheney WSA bill.

The meeting included a final public hearing on the FY2017 budget. The County Clerk presented the budget, discussed carryover funds, and reviewed highlights. The Board addressed questions from the public, discussed wages and employee vacancies, and presented the Joint Powers Boards budgets.

The meeting addressed several key areas including Road and Bridge updates, such as Roosevelt Fire support and road maintenance. The board considered and approved purchases for motor graders, a roller, loaders, and pickups. Waste Management reported on accommodating haulers from the Roosevelt Fire and approved proposed fees. The board also discussed and approved an RFP and EDA grant application for broadband. The Roosevelt Fire was a significant topic, with reports on containment, rehabilitation efforts, and financial assistance. Additionally, the meeting covered a resolution for Domestic Violence Awareness Month, tax abatements, and bids for fire apparatus. Public hearings were held for zoning changes and minor subdivisions. The board also discussed potential litigation and funding for the Visitors Center.