The commission reviewed reports from the airport, including the Greybull Jet A fuel tank project and the Cowley Runway project. Mill levies were approved for various districts, and a petition for inclusion for the North West Rural Water District was accepted. Accounts payable and payroll items were approved. A support letter for Opportunity Zone Designation was discussed and approved. The Treasurer addressed concerns regarding deposit reconciliations. Land planning items included the approval of a simple subdivision and discussion of subdivision regulations and agriculture exemptions. Right-of-way permits were approved for Lane 13, Road 28, and Lane 39. Additionally, the commission approved a Community Prevention Grant funding award and decided to close the Lovell Courtroom due to limited resources.
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The commission addressed various county operations, including approvals for road right-of-way permits and updates on ongoing bridge projects. Airport business included the ratification of minimum standards, task orders, and adjustments to land lease fees. Discussions in land planning focused on subdivision regulations, easement challenges, and water plan requirements for new developments. The commission also reviewed tourism marketing strategies, specifically ad commitments and the potential development of a dedicated website. Other agenda items included the approval of payroll and accounts payable, the exploration of funding for a search and rescue complex, updates on fairground preparations, and the approval of compensation agreements and board appointments.
Jul 7, 2026·Board meeting
Big Horn County Commission Regular Session
The Commission addressed land planning matters, including the approval of three simple subdivisions and discussion of septic inspection certifications. Road and bridge infrastructure was discussed, specifically right-of-way permits, completed crushing projects, reservoir road repairs, and pipeline patchwork. Airport operations were reviewed, noting the RFP process for the Russell Hangar, engineer selection, and budget overruns for a runway project. The Commission met with judges to discuss court security grant funding, technology assessments, and the potential reinstatement of the Lovell Courtroom. Facilities maintenance reported on UPS backup purchases for the jail and HVAC issues at the Lovell Annex. Additionally, the Commission discussed a pending Medicine Wheel Historic Preservation Plan, approved various homeland security agreements, authorized a scholarship renewal, submitted comments on proposed federal grant management rule changes, and engaged an audit firm.
Jun 16, 2026·Board meeting
Big Horn County Commission Regular Session
The board discussed several infrastructure projects, including bridge and culvert replacements on Red Gulch Road and a ROW permit for a water line installation. Executive sessions were held to address contractual, litigation, and personnel matters. The Prevention Coordinator reviewed the County Prevention Program work plan, and updates were provided regarding Airport minimum standards. Additionally, the commission reviewed accounts payable and payroll, addressed an evolving situation regarding property valuation injunctions, and passed the Elected Officials Salary Resolution.
