Glendo

June 7, 2023 6:00pm

Council Meeting

Town Of Glendo

Platte County

Wyoming

Present: Mayor Susan Juschka, Council members Dan Dugdale, Jarla Whitaker, Lacy Brooks, Heather Schoning, Town Clerk Tristany Hoffman, Kathy Hamar, Public Works Director Robert Himle, and David Dugdale.

Mayor Susan Juschka calls the meeting to order at 6:00pm and asks those in attendance to stand and recite the pledge of allegiance.

Town Clerk Tristany Hoffman stood to be sworn in as Clerk/Treasurer.

Heather Schoning motions to approve the special meeting minutes. Jarla Whitaker 2^nd the motion. Motion passed.

Lacy Brooks motions to approve the May council meeting minutes. Heather Schoning. Motion passed.

Lacy Brooks motions to approve the May claims. Dan Dugdale 2^nd. Motion passed.

Dan Dugdale motions to move the executive meeting to after new business and before old business on the agenda. Lacy 2^nd. Motion passed.

Heather Schoning discussed concerns about vehicle problems on Warren and B street, and about a fifth wheel on the street on Wilson and 5^th. Eric Jones followed up explaining weight limit concerns. Eric Jones suggested sending letters to the vehicle owners explaining issues and concerns and penalties. To send contact information to Eric so he can send letters to explain preserving our infrastructure, and the dangers and nuisances of parked and idling semi’s and excess amounts of unregistered and broken down vehicles. Lacy Brooks mentioned the possibility of creating a designated truck route.

Dan Dugdale discussed the master water plan and the things we have moving forward with AVF. He also talked about the new tractor that was chosen for purchase.

Citizens expressed their concerns with water bills. Mayor Susan Juschka and Clerk Tristany Hoffman explained software changes and the work we are doing to correct everything.

Dan Dugdale motioned to approve resolution number 2023-2 for Mayor Susan Juschka to sign for the tractor loan. Lacy Brooks 2^nd. Motion passed.

Jarla Whitaker made a motion to put Clerk/Treasurer Tristany Hoffman as a signer on all bank accounts. Lacy Brooks 2^nd. Motion passed.

Heather Schoning suggested looking into a private auditor to come in and audit our books. Discussed looking into and comparing different companies and options, to give our new signers and employees a fresh slate with so many changes ensuing.

Heather Schoning made a motion to pursue a private auditor. Dan Dugdale 2^nd motion. Motion was passed.

Council looked over the SPOT resolution.

 Lacy Brooks motioned to be in agreeance and approval with the SPOT resolution. Jarla Whitaker 2^nd. Motions passed.

Council discussed having a band and fireworks on the 1^st of July instead of the 4^th.

Lacy Brooks motioned to approve fireworks and band on the 1^st of July. Heather Schoning 2nd. Motion was approved.

Jim Bohannon spoke about the ice machine on Yellowstone and B st. His concern was mainly how loud it is. Also, the light shining in their windows, traffic backing up on both sides of the road, and the dumpster usage. Eric Jones gave some suggestions to talk to the land owner and machine owner, and talked over some possible steps that could be taken. Jim and Jackie Bohannon explained that they have had contact with the owners and they have chosen not to make changes. Council and citizens discuss a putting a noise ordinance in place, and place no parking signs. Council is in agreement that they will do the first reading for the noise ordinance number 267 at the next Workshop/Special meeting and work diligently to get things going to find a solution to this problem.

Jarla Whitaker motions to close the regular meeting to go into the executive meeting at 6:55pm. Lacy Brooks 2^nd. Motion passed.

At 7:30pm Dan Dugdale motioned to go back into regular session. Jarla Whitaker 2^nd. Motion w3as passed.

Lacy Brooks motioned to pass the 3^rd reading of ordinance 265-water and sewer fees. Dan 2^nd. Motion passed.

Heather Schoning motioned to pass the 2^nd reading of ordinance 266-Vendor fees. Lacy Brooks 2^nd. Motion passed.

Heather Schoning motioned to accept the 2^nd phase of the budget. Jarla Whitaker 2^nd. Motion passed.

Jarla Whitaker motioned to adjourn the meeting at 7:34pm. Lacy Brooks 2^nd. Meeting was adjourned.

May 10, 2023

Regular Meeting

TOWN OF Glendo

Platte County

Wyoming

Present: Mayor Susan Juschka, Council Members Dan Dugdale, Jarla Whitaker, Lacy Brooks, Heather Schoning, Lawyer Eric Jones, Town Clerk Tristany Hoffman, Kathy Hamar, Public Works Director Robert Himle and David Dugdale.

Mayor Susan Juschka asked those in attendance to stand and recite the Pledge of Allegiance and welcomed all.

Heather Schoning added an addition to Agenda, reading of Ordinance 252.

Motion made to accept 2nd reading of old ordinance 264 by Lacy Brooks, Motion 2^nd by Jarla Whitaker. Motion approved.

Dan Dugdale made a motion to accept April 2023 minutes, motion 2^nd by Lacy Brooks. Motion carried.

Motion by Jarla Whitaker to accept the treasurer’s report, Dan Dugdale 2^nd motion. Motion carried.

Motion made to accept Claims for May 2023 by Lacy Brooks, Heather 2^nd motion. Motion carried.

Guest Speaker, Bob Bud, had handouts about water and sewer systems around Wyoming and Glendo, in much need of work. Tax revenue is minimal and user fees don’t cover water systems. Bob was monumental in getting Glendo a one million dollar grand for our sewer system. SLIB, State Loan Investment Board. Glendo water rates will go up 3% in July 2023.

Guest Speakers, Kim Himle (Kim’s Place), Amy Gruwell (Bullfrog’s), Tianna (Anglers), voiced comments about Food Trucks coming to Glendo and parking on Old Yellowstone Highway. They would like higher vender prices, select operating hours, number of trucks and more restriction in place.

Susan Hagen, has a 2 acre property in city limits and would like to sub divide.

Dan Dugdale made a motion to accept building permits from Dan Carhcart and Blake Burke, Lacy Brooks 2^nd motion. Motion carried.

Commission Department reports, Heather Schoning, Streets and Alleys, would like Bobby to work on patching holes in alleys.                                                                                                                                              Lacy Brooks, Cometary, reported 4-H members had a work day cleaning the cometary in preparation for Memorial Day.                                                                                                                                                          Jarla Whitaker, Airport, nothing to report.                                                                                                                 Dan Dugdale, Water and Sewer had nothing to report.                                                                                                  Bobby Himle, Public Works Director had nothing to report.                                                                         Lawyer Eric Jones is pursuing delinquent water accounts.

Special Water Meeting- Participating in state grants. Dan Dugdale reported on Master Plan with ABI Surveying doing a complete analysis of town water system.

Mayor Susan Juschka adopted a resolution of Hometown Security, Town of Glendo multi Hazard Plan.

Also, Proclaiming the 26^th of May as Poppy Day. Wear a poppy and show our veteran’s your support.

Planning and Zoning Committee reported that Leeann Holkan is resigning from the committee.

Josh Wilson’s property issues were discussed, resolution from planning and zoning meetings on April 25 and May 2^nd,2023 recommendation, to go forth with the variance, Zoned-R1- Business Plan. Lacy Brooks made a motion to accept the variance, Jarla Whitaker 2^nd motion.   Josh Wilson will purchase building permits. Dan Dugdale has an issue with the property lines/ the county not agreeing with the county map from the County Assessor. Motion vote was split. 3 yes- Jarla Whitaker, Lacy Brooks and Heather Schoning. Opposed- Mayor Susan Juschka and Dan Dugdale. Motion carried. The variance has a typo and Lawyer Eric Jones will prepare and present a correct copy.

Ordinance 252, which will be now known as 265, Heather Schoning made a motion to pass on 1^st reading, Jarla Whitaker 2^nd motion. Motion passed.

Ordinance 264, Planning and Zoning, 3^rd reading. Heather made a motion with 2 updates- chapter 5, sec 1. To add Building codes- International Universal Building Codes in wording. Also, mobile Homes not more than 25 years old. Lacy 2^nd motion with 2 updates. Motion carried.

Lawyer Eric Jones, did an update on the Old Motel. Judge Peasley agreed to pulmonary asbestos testing. After May 8^th, Joelson is not to be in the hotel. Pete Peterson can do the testing, he’s licensed.

Glendo Days will be June 17,2023. Parade at 10, games for the kids, horseshoe tourney, corn hole and a band.

Susan Juschka made a motion to adjourn, 2^nd by Lacy Brooks \. Meeting Adjourned

Respectfully Presented,

Kathy Hamar

April 12, 2023                                                                                                                                                           

Regular Meeting

Town of Glendo

Platte County

Wyoming

Present: Mayor Susan Juschka, Council members Lacy Brooks, Heather Schoning, Jarla Whitaker, Dan Dugdale, Assistant town clerk Kathy Hamar, and Public works Bobby Himle, David Dugdale and Bob McQuisten.

Mayor Susan Juschka asked those in attendance to stand and recite the Pledge of Allegiance and welcomed all.

Approvals:

April 10, 2023 Agenda: Motion was made by Heather Schoning to approve the agenda, Lacy Brooks 2^nd Motion, with the addition of visitors comments added. Motion carried.

April 2023 Treasurer Report: Heather Schoning made a motion to approve the April Treasurer report, Jarla Whitaker 2^nd motion, Motion carried.

Heather Schoning questioned the contract labor contract with Mike Montgomery; His contract will end March, 2023.

April 2023 Claims for Consideration: Dan Dugdalemade a motion to approve April Claims, Heather 2^nd Motion. Motion Carried.

Guest Speaker and visitor comments: Wyoming Child Development, spokesperson Tammy asked for continued monetary support for Early Childhood Development, birth through 5 years.                          Motion made by Jarla Whitaker to donate $200.00 to WCD, Lacy 2^nd motion. Motion carried.

Doc Hill, owner/operator of Glendo Trading Post asked for a variance to Ordinance 202, to park his personal camper on his lot for the summer. Heather Schoning made a motion to give Doc Hill a 120 day expansion permit. Lacy Brooks 2^nd motion. Motion carried.

Miquelle Bernard from Ferguson Waterworks, gave out printed information on water meters, warranty info, pricing and will get a quote for 100 meters.

Josh Wilson wants to use his property for 12 cabins and have RV at each lot until the cabins are finished. He wants a variance to rezone campground.

Visitors comments, assistant fire chief, Paul Bauder reported the fuel tank at the Glendo School was hit by a student and fell to the ground. The Glendo Fire Department was called by the school and asked to clean up the spill and replace the contaminated soil. Mayor Susan Juschka reported the spill to the DEQ. Eric Jones called Steve Kelly and was told to report it to the DEQ.

Thank you to Bobby Himle and David Dugdale for cleaning up the graffiti that was painted on the new park bathrooms, wellness center and streets around town.

Commission/Dept. Reports: Heather Schoning / none, Lacy Brooks checked on the state levy for snow removal since the town has a no snow removal policy. Jarla Whitaker, airport, may need some barricades to control parking, maybe a sign. Jarla also did some paperwork that was required by the state. Lacy Brooks brought up the Spring Cleaning dumpster. The council is not interested. Dan Dugdale, Downey well has no pressure. Burn Pile hours will be 1^st and 3^rd Saturdays, May thru September. 10:00am till noon. Wednesdays noon till 2:00pm. $10.00 fee for outside city limits. Need to order a new metal gate. Dan Dugdale made a motion to advertise to buy a new tractor, Jarla Whitaker 2^nd the motion. Motion carried. Dan Dugdale made a motion to buy out our $67,000.00 Cat lease. Jarla Whitaker 2^nd motion, motion carried.

RXR quiet zone, fence is knocked down and ran over and Keep Right sign on island is down.

Glendo Days is June 27, 2023.

Mayor Susan Juschka made a motion to adjourn meeting and go into executive session.., motion 2^nd by Jarla Whitaker. Motion carried.

Executive Session.

Respectfully submitted by Kathy Hamar