Dan Johnson

The Traffic Safety Commission conducted a regular meeting to review various traffic and parking matters. Key discussions included the 2026 street rehabilitation project, HAWK signal education, and the implementation of time-limited parking at 617 S. 4th St. Additionally, the commission evaluated and approved a proposal for diagonal parking on Lewis Street, and received public input regarding bike lane widths from the cycling community.

The meeting includes an agenda for a capital projects update covering various trail, park, and playground developments, alongside a discussion on the format and location for future park tour meetings scheduled for May and August. The board reviews department-wide reports regarding maintenance, facilities, and ongoing program enrollment.

The agenda includes an update from the University of Wyoming Student Advisory Council and a discussion regarding a requested modification to traffic control on Bradley Street.

The council held several public hearings regarding ordinances related to surface water drainage, nuisance abatements, and amendments to the unified development code. The council approved a contract with Big Hunks Excavation, Inc. for the construction of phase two of the Spring Creek Trail project, utilizing funding from the Wyoming Outdoor Recreation Grant and other sources. Additionally, the council reviewed a resolution to declare the westside study area as a blight for urban renewal purposes.

The Laramie Youth Council meeting covered several topics, including announcements regarding the Forge Laramie project and the upcoming municipal election filing period for city council seats. Council members and liaisons provided reports, including updates on a surface water runoff ordinance. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to the Mental Health Project, where members discussed the scheduling of an I&E session, the logistics for gathering survey responses during school hours, and finalized the timing for outreach events.