Morgan Ellsbury

The January Commissioner Agenda spans two days. Key discussions scheduled for the first day include considering the transfer of a retail liquor license, reviewing resolutions for official depositories and investment of funds, acceptance of negotiable paper, and special prosecution matters. The agenda also allocates time for monthly reports from various elected officials and department heads, including the Assessor, Road & Bridge Superintendent, Facilities Maintenance Supervisor, Fire Warden, and Planning Department. A public hearing is scheduled to consider vacating County Road No. 129 and County Road No. 177. The second day includes reviewing the WYDOT monthly report, a hearing concerning the Viewer's Report on Geis County Road No. 44, and presentations from several agencies. A specific discussion is planned regarding the Mental Health Building with Richard Burton Sr VP of VOANR.

The main discussion point of the session involved filling the vacancy for the Crook County and Prosecuting Attorney. Following deliberation, an appointment was made to fill the unexpired term. Additionally, the board approved a motion for the chairman to sign a letter to Sundance State Bank to update the names on the County Attorney bank account and credit card accounts, effective January 1, 2026.

This document outlines the final budget for the Warbonnet Canyon Ranch Improvement & Service District for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. It details proposed expenditures for administration, operations, and indirect costs, alongside projected revenues. The district's primary functions include road maintenance and regular meetings, with no reported reserves.

The Crook County Commissioners held meetings over multiple days, addressing various county matters. Key discussions included deputy coroner duties, the appointment of a County Surveyor/Engineer, and ratification of a Memorandum of Understanding with Campbell County regarding county road maintenance. The board also reviewed departmental reports from the County Assessor, County Attorney, County Clerk, Clerk of District Court, County Sheriff, and County Treasurer, covering topics such as property assessments, legal cases, document recordings, court filings, law enforcement activities, and financial transactions. Additionally, the commissioners discussed road and bridge projects, IT updates, and cooling/ventilation issues at the County Library. They also approved comments on the Department of Interior Endangered Species Act Regulations and accepted the resignation of the Crook County and Prosecuting Attorney.

The Crook County Commissioners convened for a series of meetings where they addressed various county matters. Key actions included updating names on county bank accounts and credit cards, reviewing and approving a wide range of bills, and discussing monthly collections and financial reports from various county offices. Department heads provided updates on activities within their respective departments, such as property assessments, legal cases, court filings, and law enforcement matters. The board also addressed tax roll corrections, compensation committee appointments, and classification reviews. Road and bridge projects, along with discussions on a road re-alignment proposal, were also part of the agenda. Additionally, the board discussed board openings and encouraged interested parties to apply.