The Green River Star T h u rs d a y , M a r c h 1 8 , 2 0 2 1 $ 1.5 0Vol. 130, No. 43 Thursday, March 18, 2021 $1.50Vol. This issue is for Dean and Jackie Simmons and the people of Sweetwater County. Storm delays COVID vaccine shipments By MORGAN HUGHES Casper Star-Tribune Via Wyoming News Exchange

CASPER — Vaccines headed for Wyoming will be delayed as residents emerge from a record- setting winter storm that dumped more than two feet of snow on parts of the state this weekend. Federal officials halted shipments of the vaccine into Wyoming until the storm clears, though it remains up in the air when those shipments will arrive, Wyoming Department of Health spokeswoman Kim Deti said via email. “They aren’t going to send us shipments when airports may be closed or when roads are closed,” Deti said. “We know our shipments into the state this week from manufacturers/distributors are on hold. We don’t have an exact timetable for when they may arrive as that depends on roads and other travel factors.” Hundreds of miles of state and federal highways have been closed amid the storm, including large stretches of Interstates 25, 80 and 90. Portions are beginning to reopen, but slowly. The storm previously shut down the Denver International Airport, which reopened Monday evening. Deti said the state will receive the missed doses when the weather clears and when roads are passable. The state had anticipated nearly 15,000 vaccine doses to be delivered this week between all three Practice makes perfect approved manufacturers, but no vaccines have been able to make it into the state so far this week, Shawn Arellano and Korbin Arnell make plays for the soccer ball during a practice Tuesday at Wolves Deti said. Stadium. The Wolves and Lady Wolves will play their fi rst games Friday. Star photo by David Martin She added it’s likely the storm will also slow local efforts to get shots out as communities hit hardest by the storm are largely shut down while the snow is cleared. What the storm means for individual counties Budget proposals fi nalized will depend on local health officials. The Casper-Natrona County Health Department By TOM COULTER ing weeks. has been closed the last two days. Spokeswoman Wyoming Tribune Eagle Last Friday, lawmakers in their respective Hailey Bloom said it hasn’t caused an issue yet, Via Wyoming News Exchange chambers finalized their versions of the state’s and that so far, all vaccine appointments for supplemental budget, which would cut between Monday and Tuesday have been rescheduled for CHEYENNE — After two days without meeting $400 million and $450 million in general funds later this week. due to the historic winter storm that hit south- from the state’s two-year budget approved last In Laramie County, health officials are saving east Wyoming last weekend, state lawmakers will year, after considering several amendments mov- their vaccine doses for second shots as shipments return to the Capitol Wednesday with a divide ing around or restoring funding to certain state are delayed. between the House and Senate budget proposals agencies. that the bodies will attempt to resolve in the com- Continued on A2

Water project delayed

The Monroe water line project This project will require short-term has been delayed due to frost still in closures of Monroe Avenue and the ground. East Teton. Public Works Director Mark Lewis and Lewis bid $404,880. Westenskow says the project was With the delay, the project will not originally set to start March 22, be completed until the end of May. however, will be delayed one month The project consists of an exten- due to the frost. sion of the water system to increase Rock Springs contractor Lewis available flows and allow for future and Lewis was awarded the bid in expansion and other uses, along February by the City Council. The with the installation of storm catch enclosed map shows the project. basins to aid in capturing runoff.

A2 www.greenriverstar.com Thursday, March 18, 2021 Minerals pricing may not improve From A2 Department of Family state funding to a wide to set aside $10 million the rainy-day fund, or nothing to address K-12 In the House, law- Services programs that range of programs, in- to match funds for re- Legislative Stabiliza- education spending. makers took a more offer services to se- cluding in-home services search of carbon capture tion Reserve Account, “It does not touch “optimistic” approach, niors, at-risk youth and for seniors and health technology, the Senate consistently generates the largest program in as House Speaker Eric people with disabilities. care waivers for individ- otherwise declined to roughly 2% in interest the state (in education), Barlow, R-Gillette, “We’re not going to uals with developmental restore as much funding each year; thus, senators and there’s a great, big described it to report- go as deep as we did disabilities and children to the Wyoming Depart- view the savings account disparity there, where ers last Friday. In part into those ‘worst of the with mental health chal- ment of Health. as a revenue stream that I think we’re spending driven by improve- worst’ cuts, the cuts lenges, won approval by Leaders in the Sen- can bring millions in its money we do not need ments to the state’s that really harm peo- a 51-9 vote in the House. ate have described their returns. to in the one area and revenue picture and ple, elders wanting to The Senate, mean- members’ approach as “The more we drain hitting the other areas oil prices in recent stay in their homes, the while, has largely stuck being careful of tempo- (that account) down, too hard,” Scott said. months, the House’s disabled population,” with the supplemental rary price fl uctuations. the less that has, puts “I do not think that is a budget proposal re- Barlow said. budget proposed by Senate President Dan more pressure to cut responsible budget.” stores more than $40 The House’s desire Gov. Mark Gordon last Dockstader, R-Afton, programs, and so I look K-12 education million to the state’s to get rid of those cuts November, even cutting said last Friday that de- at it as just another spending, which is au- general fund, largely has been widespread. An $6 million more than spite the slight uptick in revenue stream to draw, thorized separately from for Wyoming Depart- amendment restoring the governor did. While revenues, “the long-term and I think the Senate is the rest of the state’s ment of Health and roughly $18.4 million in both chambers agreed picture doesn’t really taking it pretty serious budget, will instead like- change.” to try to protect that and ly be addressed through “We can speculate not do these one-time other legislation, includ- and say those min- things,” Hicks said. “Be- ing a proposal from eral prices are going to cause if we don’t have an Scott that would cut change,” Dockstader economic upturn with more than $100 million said. “Maybe I’m pes- mineral prices and sales from the school funding simistic, (but) I don’t and use taxes ... that just model. That bill, Senate think they will, so I means next year we’ve File 143, awaited a fi nal think the reality check got to come back and vote in the Senate as of has to come now, and cut the health programs Tuesday afternoon. that’s what we are urg- even deeper.” The budget propos- ing our body to ad- Although the Senate als will now advance dress.” did not restore funding through what is called Senate Vice President for several Department the “mirror bill” process, Larry Hicks, R-Baggs, of Health programs, an in which the respective noted the House’s exception came in an bills will be weighed by amendments largely approved amendment a conference committee New Year, New Vehicle drew from the state’s from Sen. Bo Biteman, made up of experienced Rates as low as APR* “rainy-day” savings R-Ranchester, to restore lawmakers from both 2.74% account, refl ecting the $6.5 million for the chambers. Typically Apply online at TronaValley.com different approaches of developmental disabili- done during standard the chambers. ties waiver. However, budget sessions, the pro- “They’re one-time rather than drawing cess often includes sig- monies out of a sav- from the state’s savings nifi cant back-and-forth ings account, which will account like the House between the members tell you that those are amendment, Biteman’s before an agreement is not sustainable,” Hicks proposal would take that reached on one of the said in an interview last money from state aid two bills. Friday. “That’s the dis- provided to the Univer- “The process is the cussion that we have on sity of Wyoming. folks that go represent the Senate side. It’s the While most senators the House advocate for Or, call a Loan Specialist at 800-331-6268. equivalent of kicking the were unwilling to elimi- the House position, and *APR-Annual Percentage Rate | Qualifications apply can down the road one nate the third round of they defend the House Membership required | Federally Insured by NCUA more year.” cuts included in the gov- position,” Barlow said. While the rainy-day ernor’s proposal, a few “I think if you look fund has roughly $1.3 in the chamber were op- at the votes on the billion remaining in it, posed to their fi nal ver- House side for restor- the Senate’s hesitations sion of the budget. Sen. ing the Department of are tied to the long-term Charles Scott, R-Casper, Health cuts, they’re funding shortfall in the the most experienced solid votes. Fifty people state’s K-12 education member of the Legisla- voted in favor of those account, which faces a ture, voted against the things, so I don’t think projected shortfall of supplemental budget that our side will have $300 million that is ex- on its third reading much interest in par- pected to increase over last Friday, arguing it ing back on those … the next few years. would harm the state’s if there’s adjustments Additionally, Sen- most disadvantaged to make, we’ll look at ate leadership noted populations while doing that.”

Thursday, March 18, 2021 www.greenriverstar.com A3 Obituaries THANK YOU! John Ussery John Ussery, 78, passed away on Wednesday, March 10, 2021 at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County in Rock Springs, Wyoming. He was a resident of Green River, Wyoming for three years and a former resident of California and Oregon. He was born on November 17, 1942 in San Diego, California; the son of Harry H. Ussery and Margaret M. Morgan. Following Cremation, a Celebration of Life will be conducted at 2 p.m., Thursday, March 18, 2021 at Fraternal Order of Eagles Aeire 2350, 88 North 2nd East Street, Green River, Wyoming. Condolences may be left at www.vasefuneralhomes.com. Leslee Dawn Wood-Saderup

Leslee Dawn Wood-Saderup, 56, passed away on March 8, 2021 at her home in Green River, Wyoming. She was a Sweetwater County resident for two years and a former resident of Fernley, Nevada. She was born on February 4, 1965 in Ely, Nev., the daughter of James E. Wood and Mona D. Moore. Cremation will take place and services will be held at a later date. Condolences may be left at www.foxfh.com. We would like to thank Solvay for Wyoming health mandates updated sponsoring our Newspapers In Education Reading Program. Significantly updated statewide public health the same household. orders related to the COVID-19 pandemic go into “With fewer cases, hospitalizations and deaths Sweetwater County School District #2 effect Tuesday and are now available online, accord- at this point, our overall situation related to the ing to the Wyoming Department of Health (WDH). pandemic is encouraging,” Dr. Alexia Harrist, state students benefi t because of their generosity. Governor Mark Gordon described the planned health officer and state epidemiologist with WDH, major changes in an announcement earlier this said. “But COVID-19 has not yet gone away so we week. need to act with caution and personal responsibil- 445 Uinta Drive While the statewide order for mask use (Public ity for a while longer to ensure progress in the right Green River Health Order #4) is ending, WDH recommends the direction while our vaccination efforts continue.” continued use of face masks in indoor public places More than 127,000 individuals in Wyoming have 307-875-3103 and when common-sense physical distancing can- received at least their first dose of vaccine when www.greenriverstar.com not be maintained among people who don’t live in state and special federal counts are combined. INSURANCE Homeowners

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Thursday, March 18, 2021 www.greenriverstar.com A5 DR. VANDERVORT HAS RETIRED Lummis: Making sure AND CLOSED HIS OFFICE BUT THERE ARE STILL OVER 200 FRAMES LEFT IN STOCK. THESE TOP BRAND FRAMES government works WILL BE SOLD AT HALF PRICE! TUESDAY, MARCH 30, 2021 By Cynthia Lummis Outreach – focused exclusively public lands are accessible to Wyo- AND WEDNESDAY, MARCH 31, U.S. Senator on helping Wyoming businesses ming people. navigate the federal bureaucracy There are many other challenges 2021 FROM 9:00 AM TO 5 PM Wyoming is the most beautiful, and pursue opportunities for federal with the federal government that wonderful place in the country. I’m funding and contracts. Any business people often don’t even realize CASH OR CREDIT CARD ONLY honored to be from here, and even running into roadblocks or look- my office can help address. 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That’s a big deal enough time to address ties such as Sheridan Financial A year ago, a limited for Wyoming. funding the next bien- and Goshen will receive amount of the $2 tril- Beyond the greater nial budget. about $6 and $2.5 mil- lion CARES Act funding spending flexibility, Thus, although there lion respectively. The Focus was directed to state there’s also just a lot are certain funding small town of Buffalo and local government, more money for state areas that states can- should receive about Financial checklist For new(er) parents and what funding was and local governments not finance with ARP $700,000, while Chey- If youÕre a brand-new parent, or even if youÕve been one for a little while, you’re no doubt filled with the many joys your child brings provided came with in this year’s package distributions, there enne and Rock Springs you. But as caught up as you are with the feelings and experiences many strings attached. — $360 billion nation- appears to be sufficient are expected to receive of today, you also need to think about the future – specifically, the Funds could only be wide, compared to $150 flexibility to greatly $12 and $3.5 million financial issues that accompany a growing family. What are some of used for direct COVID- billion in the CARES ease the current rev- respectively. the key moves you need to make? Here’s “checklist” to consider: related expenses, for Act. enue crisis in Wyoming. Colleges and univer- establish a budget. If you’re going to meet the additional - ex example, and they This aspect of the bill The measure also sities are eligible for penses of a child, plus make progress toward other objectives, such originally had to be was surprising to some provides each state with funding as well. The as paying down debts, you’ll need to know where your money is- go ing. Setting a budget, and sticking to it, may seem difficult, but once allocated by Dec. 31, observers because the an additional allocation American Rescue Plan you’ve gotten into the habit, it will become easier – and for many 2020. By most inter- majority of state and for capital projects. In will provide public people, following a budget actually gives them more of a sense of -con pretations, CARES Act local government rev- Wyoming that totals higher education with trol over their finances. Over time, expenses related to your children funds couldn’t be used enue streams actually about $110 million. $40 billion. will change, so you’ll need to adjust your budget accordingly – for example, once a child is in school full-time, childcare expenses may to replace government increased in calendar In addition, the act This is beyond the drop, which could allow you to boost your savings. revenues that were year 2020. Wyoming, makes separate distri- distributions going protect against the unexpected. If something were to happen lower because of the however, was one of the butions to local gov- directly to states. This to you, how would your child, or children, be affected? Even a fam- pandemic. states that experienced ernments which would is particularly im- ily with two working parents can face serious financial difficulties if one of the parents were to die prematurely, or even just drop out of The ARP Act, by decreases in revenue. seem to alleviate the portant in Wyoming the workforce temporarily due to illness or injury. To help ensure contrast, has far fewer What does the ARP need for the state to because the state has your family could still stay in your home and your children could still strings attached. States Act offer the state of provide the type of lo- cut a larger percentage afford to pursue higher education, you’ll want to create an appropri- ate protection strategy involving both life and disability insurance. can use funds to assist Wyoming and its city cal assistance it has in of its higher education Your employer may offer both, but the coverage provided may not households, businesses and county politi- the last several budget budget than any other be sufficient for your needs, so you may need to purchase your own or business sectors that cal subdivisions? The cycles. state in the nation, at policies. And here’s another protection-related idea: Try to build an have been impacted short answer is: a lot. The amount of fund- about 15%. emergency fund containing three to six months’ worth of living ex- penses, with the money held in a low-risk, liquid account. Without by the pandemic, for In fact, the amount of ing for counties and By now, observers such a fund, you might have to tap into your longer-term investments example, or they can state and local govern- cities is impressive. will likely anticipate to pay unexpected costs, such as a major car repair. use ARP allocations to ment allocation to be Wyoming counties are what this flood of mon- prepare for high cost of higher education. You may already pay for services that received in Wyoming is set to receive about ey will mean in Chey- be thinking about sending your child to college. And it is indeed a good idea to start planning early because college is expensive, and have been curtailed or the fourth-highest per $112 million. Towns enne. First and fore- it’s getting more so every year. However, you can prepare for these reduced as a result of capita allocation in the and cities will receive most, it will likely have expenses through a college-savings vehicle, such as a 529 plan. A fi- COVID-related de- nation. about $62 million. This a profound effect on the nancial professional can help you pick the investment, or investment strategy, that’s appropriate for your needs. But whatever route you creases in tax revenue. The state of Wyo- total of $174 million remainder of the cur- decide to follow, you won’t want to wait until your child is close to Even making capi- ming alone is projected is considerably larger rent legislative session. college age. tal improvements to to receive just over $1 than the $105 million Revenue generating keep long-term goals in mind. Even while planning for the utilities and broadband billion. This alloca- that the state has been bills and diversification costs associated with raising a child, including saving for college, you can’t forget your other long-term goals. It isn’t selfish to build- re facilities are allowed. tion is divided into two distributing to them measures will receive sources for your own retirement – in fact, you’ll ultimately be helping Funding pensions and distributions with the in each of the last few much less attention and your family greatly by taking steps to maintain your financial -inde supplanting revenues first half received in the bienniums. committees will clear pendence throughout your life. So, during your working years, try to related to tax cuts are next few weeks and the To put this into their agendas much consistently contribute as much as you can afford to your IRA and your 401(k) or other employer-sponsored retirement plan. among the few purpos- second no earlier than a a local government quicker as lawmakers Having a child is obviously a life-changing event, and one with- con es that are off limits. year from now. Offi- perspective, Laramie realize they can put off siderable financial challenges – but they can be manageable if you Generally, however, cials have until the end County is projected to solving our structural make the right moves at the right times. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Ed- drops in revenue can be of calendar year 2024 receive more than $19 revenue problems for at ward Jones Financial Advisor. remedied with ARP Act to spend the money — million. Smaller coun- least another biennium. For more information please call 307-382-3278.

A6 www.greenriverstar.com Thursday, March 18, 2021 Police Reports

Green River Police responded to a report of the individuals and transported. Officers incident. unlawful possession, Reports for March 9 a hit and run collision completed a report of the completed a report of the interference with At 9:44 a.m., officers on North 2nd East incident. incident. March 10 peace officer, failure to responded to a report Street. It was reported a At 12:02 p.m., At 1:01 p.m., officers At 12: 38 a.m., officers provide proof of liability of found property at vehicle that was parked officers conducted a conducted a traffic observed a running coverage and an open Smith’s Food and Drug. in a parking space on the traffic stop on a vehicle stop on a vehicle for no parked vehicle on the container violation. Officers located the west side of 88 North for speeding near the visible registration on shoulder of the road and Officers transported owner of the property 2nd East St., was hit by intersection of Shoshone Uinta Drive. Officers made contact with the Ortega Raymundo to and the property was another vehicle that had Avenue and Anvil Drive. met with the driver and sole occupant sitting the Sweetwater County returned. been parked adjacent Officers met with the ascertained the vehicle in the driver’s seat. Detention Center and At 10:45 a.m., officers to it. The owner of the driver who reported a had been purchased Officers ascertained the completed a report of the responded to a report suspect vehicle was medical emergency at in 2019 and had never license plates on the incident. of domestic violence. contacted and officers a residence. Officers been registered. Officers vehicle did not match Officers met with several completed a report of the responded to that issued Luciano Acosta, the vehicle, and the March 11 individuals involved in incident. location and located 22, of Rock Springs, a driver could not produce The GRPD did not a verbal argument and At 11:13 a.m., officers an individual who citation for an alleged valid registration, report any notable completed a report of the responded to a report was unconscious vehicle registration proof of insurance, or occurrences for this day. incident. the GRPD did of a citizen assist at the and not breathing. violation. The vehicle a valid driver’s license. not release the address GRPD building regarding Emergency medical was towed from the Officers observed the March 12 officers responded to. building permit issues. providers arrived and scene and officers subject in possession At 2:50 p.m., officers At 10:55 a.m., officers Officers spoke with the individual was completed a report of the of an open bottle of responded to a report an alcoholic beverage. of a citizen assist on After a search of the Gannett Circle. Officers vehicle was conducted, met with an individual officers located 1.79 who reported another grams of suspected individual had stolen methamphetamine their cell phone. Officers and paraphernalia. then met with the two ATTENTION Officers placedRudy individuals over the Aquarium moss balls have been Alexander Ortega matter and at the request MEDICARE BENEFICIARIES Raymundo, 33, of of one of the individuals, found to contain invasive zebra Low-Income Assistance Available Nebraska, under arrest issued a trespass warning mussels that would be catastrophic for alleged driving to the other involved ¾ to Wyoming waters. Extra Help Program assists with while license cancelled, individual. Officers suspended or revoked, completed a report. Prescription drug plan premiums & co-pays If you have purchased a moss ball, ¾ Medicare Savings Program assists with do not flush the ball or pour your aquarium water down the drain. Part A & B premiums & Co-pays CallCall the theoffice office closest closest to youto you to seeto see if you if you qualify qualify Learn how to properly dispose at: wgfd.wyo.gov/Get-Involved/AIS-moss-balls ALL ALL SERVICES SERVICES FREE FREE OF OF CHARGE CHARGE Riverton Riverton 800-856-4398 800-856-4398 Cheyenne Cheyenne 877-634-1005 877-634-1005 Casper Casper 877-634-1006 877-634-1006 This Ad was supported in part by a grant from the Administration for Community Living (ACL), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)

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Thursday, March 18, 2021 www.greenriverstar.com A7 People Women’s club assists GR, RS schools

President Edna Larsen initiates Kelly Sugihara during a recent meeting of the Woman’s Club of Rock Springs. The club has attracted more Green River resi- dents according to member Marcia Volner. Courtesy photo

From the Women’s CLub of Rock Springs bowl holders and kitchen boas which are also cur- Wellness is beginning our book distribution rently available on the marketplace and on our through Meals on Wheels now that The Pandemic The Woman's Club of Rock Springs, part of the Facebook page. is receding. General Federation of Women's Clubs, with mem- Maggie Choate read a nice thank you from The We were proud to initiate Kelly Sugihara into bers from both Green River and Rock Springs met HOPE SQUAD in Green River for our donation to- the club. She will be a great addition. on March 16th at White Mountain Library for their ward their T-shirts so that other students who may We were sad to learn of the passing of one of our General Meeting. be contemplating sucide can identify them and can past presidents Liesel Shineberg. Our condolences The club has hit the ground running since we get help. She also read a thank you from Wyoming to her family and friends. have been able to meet again. We are working on Cancer Resource Services. Our next general meeting will be at 11:30 in the three more buddy benches for kids who feel they The club gave money for bladders full of sun- small meeting room at White Mountain Library on need a friend for the day. They may be new to town screen to be put at a park in Green River and one April 20th. Please join us. or just need a friend to play with or talk to. Teach- in Rock Springs. Look for the dispensers with our Our speaker will be Debra Soule of the Commu- ers are trained in the use of the benches and the club name on them. Using the sunscreen can help nity Fine Arts Center. Each year she collects art for information is passed on to students. These will prevent skin cancer. us from the schools that will be taken to the GFWC be placed at Washington School in Green River, Our speakers for this month were Shelly Wells Wyoming state convention which is on April 24th Northpark School and Stagecoach Elementary in and Delney Gorden from the Sweetwater Preven- in Laramie this year. The art is put into a competi- Rock Springs upon completion. We greatly appre- tion Coalition.Some of the areas they work on for tion with art from across the state and winners are ciate Walmarts $100 donation toward this cause Prevention are underage alcohol and marijuana given ribbons and monetary donations from the and Sherwin Williams 2 for the price of one on our use, adult overconsumption of alcohol, Tobacco state and our club. polyurethane coating needed to protect the bench- prevention, Opeoid/Prescription drug misuse/ The hostesses for the meeting were Mary Lou es. Sue McGuire will be coordinating this project as abuse, other drug prevention, and suicide preven- Henderson and Marcia Volner. A luncheon cost- our Juniors' Special Programs Chairman. tion.These ladies have a big job. Thank you for ing $10 was provided including sandwiches, chips, We are also working on a fundraiser for three what you do. coleslaw and cookies. benches to be placed at the Columbarium in the April Dittman will be working on another Rally Other members in attendance included Edna Rock Springs Cemetery. Please contact us to do- Up fundraiser to start April 16th. We are accept- Larsen, Betty Jean Carter, Leslie Jo Gatti, Kelly nate. We will purchase the materials and the cem- ing donations for this fundraiser now. So far we Sugihara, Judy Litchfield, April Dittman, Cindy etery staff will build the benches over the winter. have golf clubs, gardening and a tiger basket and Wakefield, Sue McGuire, Cindy Moore, Maggie This is a Community Impact Project taken on by potica. We also hope to have a yard sale again Choate, Gloria Skiles, and guest Debbie McGarvey the club and chaired by Marcia Volner this summer. Please let us know if you have items along with our two speakers. We attended Community Day at the mall on Sat- you would like to donate by contacting a member, Please check out our Facebook page: Woman's urday the 13th and the workers reported collect- sending us a message through Facebook or our Club of Rock Springs-GFWCWyoming or visit our ing money for the columbarium benches through Website. website at www.gfwcrocksprings.org. Hope to visit donations and people purchasing our microwave Our chairman, Gloria Skiles, for Health and with you soon.

A8 www.greenriverstar.com Thursday, March 18, 2021 Swab station, outpatient lab hours change

The drive-thru CO- will offer appointments offices. The location has a and staff. This includes Visitation is limited: mains suspended until the VID-19 swabbing station from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Mon- separate entrance between the Specialty Clinics of Each patient is now al- transmission of COVID-19 and outpatient lab services day through Saturday. The the hospital’s main door Sweetwater Memorial at lowed to have one visitor is no longer a threat to our at Memorial Hospital of station will not be open on and the Specialty Clinics. It 1180 College Drive and per day in many inpatient patients, staff and com- Sweetwater County both Sundays. Appointments offers easy access and has the Family & Occupa- areas. For more informa- munity. There continues to will reduce hours begin- can be made at curative. ample parking, including tional Medicine Clinic and tion on the details and be no access to the hospital ning April 1. com. handicapped-accessible Sweetwater Walk-In Clinic exceptions included in this through the main doors. What isn’t changing? Outpatient Medical parking. at 3000 College Drive. policy, go to the Coronavi- The public is asked to use The hospital’s face covering Laboratory services: The Face coverings required: The hospital and its clin- rus Update page at sweet- the Emergency Room requirement and its limited new lab hours are from 7 Sweetwater Memorial con- ics continue to follow the watermemorial.com. entrance. visitation. a.m. to 5:30 p.m. weekdays. tinues to require anyone guidelines provided by the Routine visitation re- Here’s a brief rundown: Services are still available entering its buildings to Centers for Medicare and Drive-thru COVID-19 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. week- wear a face covering in an Medicaid Services, and the swabbing station: Begin- ends. The lab is housed effort to protect the health Centers for Disease Con- SAME-DAY DENTURE SERvICE ning April 1, the drive-thru in the MHSC Foundation and safety of its patients trol and Prevention. DENTURES ...... $395-$850 per denture RELINES ...... $300 per denture Considering the cost: Study examines CROWNS ...... $950 per crown IMPLANTS ...... $700-$1400 per unit trade-offs in energy development New patient exams $50 Susan Baker, D.D.S. By EvE NEwmaN A majority of survey respon- components when you’re look- 933 Main St., Lander, WY Dentures & Dental Care of Lander Laramie Boomerang dents supported many types of ing at individual projects, and 1-307-332-3434 Via Wyoming News Exchange energy production, including when you’re looking at the econ- wind energy at 66 percent. Their omy for the state as a whole,” LARAMIE – A study conduct- top values about Wyoming were Western said. ed by the University of Wyo- aesthetic value, biological diver- Survey respondents agreed Pets of the Week ming found that Wyomingites sity, recreation value, economic that climate change is an impor- are open to renewable energy value and community. Among tant consideration that could and diversifying the economy. the fundamental values held by benefit the state economically, However, they realize they’ll respondents were their attach- if it can advance new energy have to make trade-offs, and ment to place and the impor- sources and be creative in its they want their leaders to have tance of natural amenities. approach. realistic conversations about Western said aesthetics isn’t “If Wyoming can agree to these decisions. limited to natural beauty. that, then what does that mean In a study titled “Social “For people in Wyoming, for our energy economy? That License for Wyoming’s Energy the aesthetic value is not so kind of realistic conversation Future: What Do Residents much about whether it’s pretty, has to happen,” Western said. Want?” Jessica Western, a whether it’s nice to look at. It’s Participants in the smaller research scientist at the Haub far more visceral — the aesthetic group were more passionate School of Environment and value means everything is there about protecting wildlife habitat Doug Natural Resources, explored the that needs to be there,” she said. than they were about protect- perspectives, values and visions “In Colorado, it means a beauti- ing viewsheds, which isn’t to say Doug is a friendly young adult Doberman of Wyoming residents when it ful view. In Wyoming, it means they don’t mind blinking red comes to energy development. an intact ecosystem.” lights at night. Pinscher mix. He is up to date on shots and his The study was published in When the smaller group was “I think people feel like if our adoption will come with a certifi cate to help November, and it illustrates the asked to consider and sort value wildlife can migrate, and if our with the cost of neutering. He is good with cats values in play as communities statements gathered during the wildlife populations are diverse and kids. MEET AND GREET mandatory if consider projects such as the survey, several perspectives and healthy, that’s more impor- proposed Rail Tie Wind Project emerged. tant,” Western said. you have other dogs. He is very smart! in Albany County. Social license Among them was support for According to Western, Wyo- To adopt a dog, cat or kitten visit the Green is the ongoing permission a renewable energy motivated by ming residents want their lead- River Animal Shelter from 2-4 p.m. every community grants a project, climate change and economic ers to take a proactive approach driven by its beliefs and priori- well-being. to energy development while day or call them at 872-0570 to schedule an ties. Another theme researchers acknowledging what will be lost appointment. “There’s a lot of enthusiasm found emphasized quality of and what will be gained. for looking at new technologies life. This perspective supported “This study shows that people PET OF THE WEEK BROUGHT TO YOU BY . . . and for diversifying Wyoming’s a variety of types of energy but in Wyoming are giving our economy generally, but as the questioned trade-offs in terms decision-makers license to have values showed so clearly, the of jobs, healthcare, communities that conversation,” she said. reason why we live in Wyoming and wildlife. When it comes to energy in is because of aesthetics, because Across the board, the study general and wind energy in par- of biological diversity,” Western found that respondents favored ticular, the closer it gets to one’s said. a variety of types of energy backyard, the more complicated Working with Selena Grace, development, wanted to respond the decisions become. Monday-Friday a research assistant in the UW to climate change, wanted to “In concept, people in Wyo- Shop School of Energy Research, meet interest from out-of-state ming are interested in all types 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Western surveyed 500 residents customers, prioritized job cre- of energy, but what it means for WyomingÕs Largest Weekends about energy production, devel- ation and wanted to decrease their quality of life, that’s the 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. opment and technology. impacts on wildlife, among big question,” she said. Showroom Then they dove deeper with a other considerations. To read the study, go to www. smaller group to better under- “The challenge for decision- uwyo.edu/haub/ruckelshaus- 1850 Foothill Blvd., PO Box 1259, Rock Springs, WY 82902-1259 stand what drives those values. makers is to weigh all those institute. Tel. R.S. (307) 382-9344 G.R. (307) 875-7037

Thursday, March 18, 2021 www.greenriverstar.com A9 Sports Lady Wolves take 4th at state

Tayana Crowder takes the ball down court during action in Green River earlier in the season. The Lady Wolves took fourth at State. Star file photo By DAVID MARTIN defense. The Lady Wolves took a the Carroll said he saw some fatigue from said this was especially true with the Editor win 59-37, advancing them to the the girls as they played, ultimately los- girls going to the weight room and semifinals against Cheyenne East. ing 58-46. practice shooting. Carroll said they The Lady Wolves ended their sea- In the second quarter of that game, Carroll said he’s happy the season coaching staff tries to convince ath- son with a fourth-place finish at the the Lady Wolves lost one of their key didn’t get cancelled and the team letes to be three-sport athletes to keep 4A State tournament last weekend. players, Kayde Strauss, to a leg injury. was able to stay healthy and avoid their endurance throughout the year One player was named All State, Carroll said Strauss attempted to play COVID-19. The team never had to and said the girls learned the reason while another was awarded All State during the third quarter, but was un- quarantine. behind that push firsthand. Honorable Mention. An head coach able to remain in the game due to the More importantly, the coach said Three players were named All Rick Carroll couldn’t be more happy pain she was feeling. the girls bonded and worked together Conference: Strauss, Tayana Crowder with his players. “I think it’s actually a serious throughout the season. and Megan Counts, with Gabby Heiser The Lady Wolves’ first game took injury,”Carroll said. “It was a pleasure for all the coach- and Daryn Macy receiving honorable place against Cheyenne Central in a Despite not having Strauss, Carroll ing staff to work with the team we mention. Strauss was also named 4A match that Carroll said was some of said the team continued to work hard had,” Carroll said. They’re really a West Conference Player of the Year. the best basketball the Lady Wolves and overcame some deep deficits to good group that worked hard.” She and Counts were named All State, played all season. the squad from East. However, Carroll Throughout the season, Carroll said with Crowder receiving honorable “We just played really well as a said the girls simply ran out of time the Lady Wolves continued to improve mention. team,” Carroll said. “We shot the ball and were unable to secure the win. and played their best basketball games The team will lose three players this pretty well during that game.” The Lady Wolves lost 62-50 to the near the end of the season. year when Strauss, Kelsi Angelovich Carroll said the Lady Wolves were eventual champions. Carroll said many of the athletes and Crowder graduate. Carroll said also able to create a lot of turnovers The following game for third place also learned the importance of work- they were great leaders and led by and caused problems for the Central pit the Lady Wolves against Sheridan. ing in the offseason to improve. He example during practice.

Pineda’s Kenpo Karate tournament this past weekend. The tournament was held at Lincoln Middle School on March 6. The students and adults completed in Forms, Creative Forms, Weapons, Sparing, Padded Swords, Grab the Flag, and Breaking Boards. There were twelve Grand Champion Winners, Jessie Kniep, Trace Erdmann, Davey Pelham, Weston Green, Zane Dixon, Ayden Hill, Hunter Smith, Cris McBee, Cole Gilmore, Devin Bobbitt, Malakie Thompson, and Remington Garvin. Over 30 students/adults competed, not all are pictured. Pictured with the winners are Sifu Jim, Gary, and Ron.

A10 www.greenriverstar.com Thursday, March 18, 2021 Spring sports Girls prepare for soccer season

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Thursday,State March 18, 2021 www.greenriverstar.com A13 Tropical moisture fueled storm hits

Snow from the weekend’s record-breaking blizzard falls on Douglas on Sunday. The storm dropped more than 24 inches of snow on Douglas over the week- end. The blizzard paralyzed most of Wyoming through Monday and the state’s southeastern corner remained hard hit on Tuesday, with government offices and schools closed in Cheyenen. Photo by Zach Miners, Douglas Budget By Camilee eriCkson Weather Service in Cheyenne. “It really was a lot Wet snow is compact and difficult to shovel. Casper Star-Tribune of moisture, because we’re not used to getting so Experts caution residents to take frequent breaks Via Wyoming News Exchange much moisture in the high plains.” and drink water when shoveling to avoid injury. Meteorologists had initially forecast between Cumulatively over two days, the water content CASPER — Wyoming was pummeled with one of 26 and 30 inches of snowfall in southeastern from the snow came to 2.1 inches. the biggest snowstorms in the state’s history this Wyoming. Although snowfall totals can vary within “It was very, very moist snow,” said Riverton weekend. The storm dropped more than two feet of a mile, weather forecasters said snow around meteorologist Micha Holme. snow in many parts of the state, leading to power Cheyenne piled up to around 21 to 36 inches. The exceptional volume of wet snowfall will be outages, stalled travel and shuttered schools. “I think we pretty much nailed it,” Wilkinson somewhat helpful for the dry region, currently What caused this weekend’s massive storm? said of her team’s predictions. experiencing a severe drought. Local meteorologists said a low pressure system The National Weather Service in Cheyenne and Weather conditions for the remainder of the brought a significant amount of tropical moisture Riverton were still finalizing total snowfall data as week will likely be much milder than what the up into the high plains. That high level of moisture, of Monday morning. state witnessed over the weekend, according to the pulled in from the southwest, meant the snow had But weather service staff received reports of 28 weather service. There could be some light snowfall a lot of water content. to 30 inches of snowfall around Wheatland, near on Monday and Wednesday around Cheyenne. High wind gusts mixed with heavy moisture Interstate 25. But dry and warm conditions could arrive as soon led to sustained blizzard conditions, especially in The National Weather Service in Riverton as Thursday, with temperatures in the upper 40s. southeast Wyoming. reported 26.3 inches of snow at the Casper- “Nothing like we saw the last few days,” Wilkinson Those conditions then stalled over Wyoming Natrona County International Airport, as of said of this week’s forecast. and Colorado for multiple days, according to the Monday morning. Three miles east of Casper, the In recent years, climate scientists have started National Weather Service in Cheyenne. weather service center received reports of 26.5 to identify potential links between the increase in “This storm was pretty impactful,” said Ayesha inches of snow. About 22 inches of snow fell in record-breaking extreme precipitation events and Wilkinson, a meteorologist at the National Reno Hills, up in the Casper Mountain area. global warming. Legislature wants to use $1.2 million to help coal By Camille eriCkson transitioned to cheaper natural gas and renewable en- the House and Senate. Casper Star-Tribune ergy sources to replace coal and save ratepayers money. The Wyoming Mining Association and Wyoming Via Wyoming News Exchange In a span of less than three months, two Powder River Rural Electric Association and the governor’s office Basin coal mines announced plans to close due to wors- expressed support for the bill. CASPER — A proposed bill to set aside $1.2 million ening market conditions. Coal production in last year’s “What I think is important is that it really gives us the for Wyoming to sue other states divesting from coal re- final quarter dropped 22% across the basin. option,” Randall Luthi, the chief energy adviser for Gov. ceived a warm welcome from lawmakers at a committee Several states have instituted aggressive goals to Mark Gordon, stated during testimony. “Litigation is just meeting on Friday morning. reduce carbon emissions and address climate change, one of ... the tools the state of Wyoming has to attempt to The House Minerals, Business and Economic Devel- primarily through the investment in renewable energy. make sure that we have a reliable grid system.” opment Committee voted unanimously to advance the “We, as the Legislature, would like to give our bless- Wyoming is already wrapped up in a lawsuit against drafted legislation to the floor. ing as well as a direction to the executive branch to the state of Washington over a coal export terminal. House Bill 207 would give Wyoming’s governor and bring a lawsuit ... against any state that would breach The lawsuit alleges Washington unconstitutionally attorney general the money to challenge actions taken by the Commerce Clause of Wyoming,” said Rep. Jeremy stopped the development of a proposed coal port, and other states that “impede the export of Wyoming coal or Haroldson, R-Wheatland, the bill’s sponsor. “Why is this inhibited the landlocked states from shipping their coal the continued operation of Wyoming’s coal-fired electric important? Because if we don’t start fighting back, we to global markets. generation facilities, including early retirements of those will be dictated by not only the federal government but Wyoming, joined by Montana, argued the state of facilities.” other states as to where we can move and where we can Washington violated the commerce clause and foreign Wyoming is the country’s leading producer of thermal go and power generation in our state. “ commerce clause of the U.S. Constitution by inhibiting coal used to make electricity. But utilities have gradually The bill has attracted nearly 40 co-sponsors in both the export of a commodity.

A14 www.greenriverstar.com Thursday, March 18, 2021 Marijuana bill gains committee approval By Tom CoulTer sale of marijuana and products such While several co-sponsors of neutral position on the broader legal- Wyoming Tribune Eagle as edibles in the state. Olsen’s bill spoke in favor of the ization legislation. Executive Director Via Wyoming News Exchange Olsen, who chairs the House Ju- legislation, opinions from members Sheila Bush told the committee that diciary Committee and emphasized of the public who testified were more the organization’s position was largely CHEYENNE — Wyoming is one he was not a “marijuana advocate,” mixed. due to the lack of a federal regulatory of six states where marijuana re- noted a University of Wyoming Some, like Baker, emphasized the environment to study medical mari- mains fully illegal without any sort survey from last year found that 54% medical benefits of marijuana. Frank juana, leaving physicians in a difficult of decriminalization. But that could of state residents support legalizing Latta, a former state lawmaker and position to offer guidance to patients. change in the near future, as state marijuana for personal use – up a former mayor of Gillette, told the “You have a population and a lawmakers advanced a bill Friday from 37% in the same survey in committee of his struggles with desired substance, and you put physi- that would open the door for wide- 2014. The recent survey also found multiple sclerosis, which led to him cians as gatekeepers in the middle, ranging forms of cannabis to be that 85% of Wyoming residents sup- being prescribed an opioid. Getting and then they’re kind of hung out to grown and sold in Wyoming. port legalization of medical mari- off the drug, Latta said, induced dry in a sense, because there isn’t any Members of the Legislature’s juana. heroine-like withdrawal symptoms. evidence on how to safely make those House Judiciary Committee con- With the increasing support for “As I went in to these doctors, recommendations,” Bush told the com- sidered two marijuana-focused bills marijuana use and the growing pos- every doctor has told me I would be mittee. during their meeting Friday, one of sibility of nationwide legalization, much better served using marijuana Lawmakers on the committee also which would require the state health Olsen argued his bill would allow to take care of my spasticity prob- heard from former Rhode Island Gov. officer to establish a report on the lawmakers “to put our arms around lems than an opioid,” Latta said. Lincoln Chafee, who is now a resident implementation of medical marijua- it and decided we want it to look “You’re going to become addicted to of Teton County. Testifying virtu- na in Wyoming. While that proposal like” proactively, rather than wait- the opioid, because as you take opi- ally, like many others who spoke to did not receive the committee’s ing to react to whatever may happen oids ... they lose their effect, so you the committee, Chafee was in favor of endorsement, the other bill, which federally. got to keep taking more and more, Olsen’s bill, which he said would create provides a detailed road map autho- Marijuana legalization in Wyo- and as you take more and more, you a “lucrative” new revenue stream for rizing the legalization and regulation ming could also bring a financial become more and more addicted.” the state. of marijuana, won committee ap- windfall to the state. Through a 30% “We all want to see these revenues proval by a 6-3 vote. excise tax included in the bill, legal- go to necessary government services Lawmakers heard several hours ization would bring roughly $47 mil- “Part of the time and to keep taxes down,” Chafee said. worth of testimony during their lion annually to the state, of which Due to time constraints, the com- meeting Friday, with public com- about $30 million would go to fund (since that procedure), mittee had to close public comment de- ment limited to a couple minutes per public schools, according to projec- spite many people still hoping to speak individual due to the large tions included with the bill. I’ve utilized access to on the topic. Members of the House number of people wishing to Those figures were based Judiciary Committee then advanced speak. on estimates from the Wyo- cannabis, and I can tell House Bill 209 by a 6-3 vote. The committee first heard ming Department of Ag- However, while the bill advanced from Rep. Bill Henderson, riculture that legalization you this: Life is much by a two-to-one margin, some who R-Cheyenne, the primary would bring 100 cultivation voted in favor of it still had hesita- sponsor of House Bill 82, facilities, 50 manufacturing easier physically with tions on giving final approval to the which would authorize an facilities, 25 secure trans- bill. Rep. Barry Crago, R-Buffalo, said implementation report on porters, five testing facili- cannabis than it is he was personally against legalization, medical marijuana. Hender- ties, 200 retail stores and 50 but given the “hundreds” of emails son described the proposal “microbusinesses” into the without.” from his constituents on the topic, he as a good start to set the pa- Rep. Mark Baker state. Olsen acknowledged wanted to have the discussion among rameters for medical mari- R-Green River those estimates could be ~ Rep. Mark Baker the entire House. juana use in the state. higher than in reality, but he R- Green River “I’ll vote to move it forward, but I “To me, it’s not a question of if was confident that some job creation will most likely be a ‘no’ on the floor,” we’re going to legalize marijuana – would come through legalization. Crago said. it’s a question of when,” Henderson “The reality is that if there were But others who testified were His stance was similar to Rep. Em- said. one cultivator, that would be new concerned about marijuana’s poten- ber Oakley, R-Riverton, who said she “I think Wyoming needs to be jobs in Wyoming,” Olsen said. tial effects on Wyoming’s youth. Luke was interested in bringing an amend- a leader, just like we are in other Beyond legalization’s potential Niforatos, a Colorado resident and ex- ment that would require Wyoming things, like blockchain technology, for job creation and new tax rev- ecutive vice president of the nonprofit counties to opt into having marijuana the sandbox and so forth, in terms enue, other supporters of Olsen’s bill Smart Approaches to Marijuana, point- establishments, rather than the opt-out of legislation required to help set spoke on the medical benefits that ed to multiple states, such as California provision in the current bill. things in motion when they need to the drug can bring to some people. and Nevada, that have seen increases “I’m not sure we’re quite ready for be and have that line of communica- Rep. Mark Baker, R-Green River, in youth marijuana consumption since it, but I guess at this point, I’ll join tion set up.” who co-sponsored both bills consid- legalizing the drug. He also argued Representative Crago and say maybe Although Henderson’s proposal ered by the committee, described his legalization would not eliminate the the community is interested enough was not advanced by the commit- history of serious digestive issues black market for marijuana in Wyo- in this to move it forward and let the tee Friday, his points were relevant that began during his military tenure ming, as states such as California have constituents talk to their representa- to the larger discussion, as other and led to him having his colon seen booms in their illegal pot markets tives and let us take this to the floor,” lawmakers also mentioned the likeli- removed. in the years since legalization. Oakley said. hood of marijuana legalization in “Part of the time (since that pro- Susan Gore, the founder of the The votes against House Bill 209 Wyoming, either through sweeping cedure), I’ve utilized access to can- Wyoming Liberty Group, who said came from Rep. Dan Laursen, federal action under the new presi- nabis, and I can tell you this: Life is she was speaking as a private citizen, R-Powell; Rep. Rachel Rodriguez- dential administration or through a much easier physically with cannabis spoke against the proposals due to the Williams, R-Cody; and Rep. Art ballot initiative in the state. than it is without,” Baker said. potential risks posed to babies whose Washut, R-Casper. Votes in favor of The increasing possibility of le- Olsen’s bill would also prohibit mothers smoke marijuana during the legislation came from Rep. Dan galization was one reason that Rep. marijuana consumption in public, pregnancies. Zwonitzer, R-Cheyenne; Rep. Mike Jared Olsen, R-Cheyenne, brought meaning people could only smoke or The Wyoming Medical Society, Yin, D-Jackson; and Rep. Karlee his proposal, House Bill 209, which consume marijuana in their private meanwhile, took an oppositional Provenza, D-Laramie, along with would allow for the cultivation and residences. stance to medical marijuana and a Olsen, Crago and Oakley. Sales tax expansion, real estate transfer tax bills fail By Billy Arnold that Wyoming has plenty of reason to try and keep those portunity to address pressing “What you’re doing is Jackson Hole Daily “capacity.” recreation opportunities com- needs we have in our commu- you’re totally disincentivizing Via Wyoming News Ex- “We have a reputation for petitive.” nity that we currently don’t having a vibrant real estate change being business friendly — no The vote against the sales have the funding to address.” market,” he said. two ways about it. Our taxes tax expansion was 7-2. The bill would have al- But Rep. Mike Yin, D- JACKSON — The House are part of that,” Connolly Rep. Andy Schwartz, D- lowed counties to levy a 1% Teton, pushed back on that. Revenue Committee was said. “But what these stud- Teton, sponsored the real tax on real estate sales over He said a real estate transfer again disinterested in new ies indicate over and over estate transfer tax. But it was $1 million. It would also have tax wouldn’t keep people from taxes last week as it voted and over again is that we can clear Thursday morning that required voters to sign off on buying homes, arguing it was down a real estate transfer tax increase our taxes and still he saw the writing on the wall the tax, and would have made necessary to offset the im- and an expansion of the sales remain competitive. We have for the latest version of a bill the government specify how, pact of “multi-million dollar tax from goods to services. that capacity.” he has proposed multiple exactly, the money would be homes” in Jackson Hole. Teton County legislators Critics disagreed, worried times. spent. The bill would have “some supported the real estate tax. that expanding the sales tax “I’m aware that there is The Teton County legisla- of that resource go back to the Jackson Hole Mountain Re- would burden small busi- opposition from Realtors tors who advocated for the community to help mitigate sort lobbied against the sales nesses and make Wyoming statewide. Some of the Real- measure said it was a way to the effects on our communi- tax expansion. less competitive compared to tors in my community have generate and earmark funds ties, when prices become so Rep. Cathy Connolly, D- states as far away as Florida. opposition to this,” he said. to address Jackson Hole’s high,” Yin argued. Albany, was the lead sponsor Jackson Hole Mountain “But I know for a fact that my housing crisis, and that taxing The committee voted 5-4 on the sales tax bill. Point- Resort piled on, critiquing a board of county commission- real estate sales over $1 mil- against the measure. ing to a report on Wyoming’s proposal to tax recreation. ers strongly supports this bill, lion would not drive up home Yin and Rep. Jim Roscoe, estimated “tax capacity” — “There’s a lot of compe- and the town council sup- prices for middle class home- an independent who repre- the ability to increase taxes tition in ski areas,” resort ports this bill and most of my buyers. sents part of Teton, Sublette while remaining competitive lobbyist Bob Jensen told the constituents support this bill Rep. Chuck Gray, R-Natro- and Lincoln counties, voted business-wise — she argued committee. “There’s a big because they see this as an op- na, didn’t buy that argument. for both bills.

Thursday, March 18, 2021 www.greenriverstar.com A15 Bill to keep fossil fuel plants open approved by committee

By CAMille eriCkSon ming’s coal industry, were systematically opposed “We prefer this would be thoroughly vetted over Casper Star-Tribune during roughly two hours of public testimony. the interim,” trona lobbyist Jody Levin said. “Please Via Wyoming News Exchange Chairman Mike Greear, R-Worland, held back think about what this could do to ratepayers.” three of the bills. But he kept an amended House Others noted the state’s utility regulators at the CASPER — A bill to prevent Wyoming fossil fuel Bill 166 alive. Public Service Commission already had the man- plant closures cleared a legislative committee on “This bill has been identified as probably the least date to ensure electricity stayed as low cost and as Wednesday, despite opposition from the public, offensive,” Greear said of House Bill 166. reliable as possible, suggesting that the bills would consumer advocates and several utility companies. In nearly all comments provided to lawmakers be duplicative. House Bill 166 would prohibit the early retire- on Monday and Wednesday, the public conveyed “Really the goal of the Public Service Commission ment of coal or natural gas power plant units, unless concern over the coal bills. Many said the legislation is to balance reliability, affordability and costs,” said a utility company takes additional steps to prove as written would increase electricity rates for cus- Denise Parrish, a former staff member of the Office ceasing operations would not hurt customers or tomers, while doing very little to further the intent of Consumer Advocate. “These bills, I believe pro- compromise reliability. of the bills: to save Wyoming’s bedrock industry or vide incentive to increase costs to customers, and In other words, the drafted legislation would bolster grid reliability. may or may not have any impact on reliability.” create a presumption against coal and natural gas The majority urged lawmakers to proceed with Two Wyomingites lamented that the Legislature plant retirements. State regulators could not give caution. had chosen to focus its attention on saving uneco- an OK on a proposed plant closure unless the owner “There are some challenges associated with the nomic coal plants or manipulating markets far out presented a certain amount of evidence demonstrat- bills, and I think that we need to think through of Wyoming’s control, instead of helping communi- ing the efficacy of the closure. them carefully,” said Bryce Freeman, an administra- ties adapt. Sponsors of House Bill 166 include Reps. Steve tor with the Wyoming Office of Consumer Advocate. “I don’t understand the viability or how these Harshman, R-Casper; Eric Barlow, R-Gillette; Wyoming Industrial Energy Consumers op- bills are going to work,” said Lynne Huskinson, a Donald Burkhart, R-Rawlins; Bob Nicholas, R- posed the bills. The group represents industrial retired coal miner living in Gillette. “I guess my Cheyenne; and Evan Simpson, R-Afton. companies, including some of the largest electricity concern is that this is a little too late. The Legisla- Sens. Jim Anderson, R-Casper, and Jeff Was- consumers in the state. ture would serve the people of Wyoming better by serburger, R-Gillette, also joined as sponsors on the “We’re almost positive that if you do pass these writing bills that address the energy transition, a bill. bills in their current form, rates will increase, possi- just transition.” House Bill 166 wasn’t the only piece of coal legis- bly dramatically,” said Thor Nelson, who represents In recent years, Wyoming lawmakers have lation to capture the spotlight at the House Miner- industrial consumers. ramped up their efforts to give coal the upper hand als, Business and Economic Development Commit- The trona industry said the possibility that the in electricity markets. tee meeting on Wednesday morning. new legislation would increase rates was “an ex- Wyoming is the nation’s leading producer of A package of four bills, all aimed at buoying Wyo- treme concern.” thermal coal, but the state exports a vast majority. State news briefs

Gasoline prices jump 39.0 cents per gallon. you sure about this?” – to receive the COVID-19 The charges will Keith B. Lance, 58, 23.4 cents in two then shot his friend. vaccine,” he said. likely be officially filed is facing misdemeanor weeks Second-degree mur- According to the testi- Teton District Public later this week, said Jack counts of hit-and-run der verdict in Mills mony of Destin Walker, Health Order No. 21-3 Hatfield, Park County property damage, in- GILLETTE (WNE) trial Bartlett’s mother, there requires anyone older Deputy Prosecuting At- terference with a peace – Wyoming gas prices could have been no than 12 to wear a face torney. officer, having an open have risen almost a RIVERTON (WNE) hatred between the two covering when inside Velker and Dawe container of alcohol in quarter since March 1 as — After a week’s delib- men; they’d been “like or in line to enter any are each already facing a moving vehicle and Americans emerge from eration, a jury convicted brothers” since they business, government charges in Park County driving while under the the pandemic with an a Riverton man, Mario were 16. Bartlett had facility, health care facil- for allowing a child in influence of alcohol; it’s almost "insatiable" ap- Mills, of second degree helped Mills to raise his ity, taxi or public trans- the presence of meth. alleged to have been petite for gasoline. murder for the death daughter while the latter portation. These charges were Lance’s third DUI within Wyoming's gas prices of his friend, Trevor was still a single dad. All employees of retail originally brought the past decade, mean- averaged $2.80 a gallon Bartlett. Second degree mur- and commercial busi- against Velker and Dawe ing he would face at least Monday — 23.4 cents The jury considered der is punishable by nesses, and local and in January but were 30 days in jail if con- higher than two weeks not one, but three al- between 20 years and municipal government temporarily dismissed victed. ago, according to Gas- ternate charges: first- life in prison. Sentencing facilities open to the because Burlingame was Lance pleaded not Buddy's daily survey of degree murder, second, has not yet occurred. public must wear a face unable to make it to their guilty to the charges at 494 stations in Wyo- or voluntary manslaugh- covering when within preliminary hearing. a Friday appearance ming. Prices had gone up ter. Failing proof for Mask up in Jackson 6 feet of customers, cli- Now, the charges have in Park County Circuit an average of 10.2 cents all three, the jury could through mid-April, ents, volunteers or other been refiled, and the two Court. He remained in a gallon in the past week, have chosen to exoner- rule says employees. had a preliminary hear- custody on Monday, with and 13.2 cents higher the ate. ing last Wednesday. bail set at $10,000, ac- week before. The state argued for JACKSON (WNE) – Cody couple accused In January, Cody cording to jail records. That put the aver- first-degree murder, say- Jackson Hole residents of identity theft Police performed a An area resident age price per gallon on ing that Mills had acted and visitors will have stakeout at their house reported Lance’s erratic March 15 at the highest with “premeditated to keep covering their CODY (WNE) — A on Goodturn Drive after driving around 12:30 prices since 2014. They malice.” noses and mouths as a Cody couple is being doing previous surveil- p.m. Thursday. The call- are 46.1 cents per gallon Mills’ team of defense COVID-19 prevention accused of fraud and lance there. That morn- er told dispatchers with higher than a month ago attorneys fought for ac- measure through mid- identity theft impacting ing, Cody Police said the Park County Sheriff’s and 46.6 cents per gallon quittal, saying Bartlett’s April. an estimated 50 victims. they witnessed Velker Office he’d tried to get higher than a year ago. death was likely the re- Though Wyoming’s Travis Dawe, 39, leaving the home with an the driver to stop — as At $2.816 a gallon, sult of a struggle involv- statewide mask mandate and Chelsea Velker, 33, 8-year-old child. About the vehicle had a flat tire Campbell County is ing the gun. ended Tuesday, Teton were apprehended in a 20 minutes later police — but was unable to do among the counties with On the night of March County has been ap- Colorado Springs, Colo., entered the home and so. The damaged Toy- the highest prices in the 25-26, 2020, Mills proved for a local mask hotel room on Feb. 11. found meth and other ota sedan, he said, had state, joined by Teton and his best friend, order Tuesday through Scott Burlingame, Cody drug paraphernalia laid started multiple fires. ($2.859), Sweetwater Bartlett, were in the April 16. It requires peo- Police detective, said out on the couple’s bed. The Powell Volunteer ($2.839) and Fremont former’s garage drinking ple 12 and older to wear when Colorado Springs Dawe’s bond was set Fire Department was ($2.839). and playing cribbage. face coverings outside Police K-9 and SWAT at $50,000 cash-only summoned to the scene averaging $2.80/g as Bartlett revealed a .31 the home, with several teams forcibly breached while Velker’s was set at and found two places of Monday. blood alcohol concen- exceptions, including a the room, it became $30,000 cash-only. Both were burning: one on Gas prices in Wyo- tration after death but medical condition that clear the duo was plan- are still in custody at the Whitetail Road and an- ming are 46.1 cents per when personnel arrived precludes mask wearing. ning an elaborate escape. Park County Detention other in the area of Road gallon higher than a at Mills’ house the next Teton District Health “There was a hole cut Center. 13, said Powell Fire Chief month ago and stand morning, his BAC was Officer Dr. Travis Riddell in the ceiling and a light Dustin Dicks; he guessed 46.6 cents per gallon not tested. said in a press release fixture removed,” he said Drunk driver’s dam- that less than a quarter higher than a year ago. Once Mills’ wife went that a mask mandate during a circuit court aged wheel alleged of an acre of land burned According to Gas- to bed, the two friends was still necessary and hearing Wednesday. to have started small before firefighters put Buddy price reports, began arguing about appropriate in Teton The pair are being fires out the flames. the cheapest station in suicide. According to a County. He cited the investigated for forgery, Meanwhile, Lance Wyoming is priced at police interview of Mills, recent increase in case credit card fraud, theft POWELL (WNE) — reportedly swerved into $2.60/g Monday while Bartlett wanted to die. counts and the presence and theft of personal Authorities allege a Pow- several mailboxes in the the most expensive is Next, Mills recalled, of variants of the coro- identifying information, ell man drunkenly drove 1600 block of Lane 14 $2.99/g, a difference of he put a round in his .45 navirus. as well as, potentially, through the Willwood before eventually park- 39.0 cents per gallon. Glock pistol, then un- “We want to keep two different burglaries. area last week, running ing in a driveway in the The lowest price in the loaded it, and set it down the mask order in place Velker has a prior into multiple mailboxes 1100 block of Lane 13. state today is $2.60/g on the workbench. Later, until a larger percentage felony for forgery while and starting two small A trial in the case is while the highest is he said, he reloaded it of our community has Dawe only has misde- fires with his damaged tentatively scheduled for $2.99/g, a difference of and asked Bartlett “Are been given the chance meanors on his record. vehicle. April 22.

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Take care of your body by eating healthy well-balanced meals, it in. Exposure to morning sunlight will help regulate increased risk of motor vehicle accidents, medical is- exercising, and getting plenty of sleep. Avoid using alcohol, tobacco, and other substances. your internal clock. sues, cardiovascular events and mood disturbances.” 2. Connect with others whether it be through video calls, phone calls, or Obtain at least seven hours of sleep per night A survey completed by the AASM reported that online. Express your concerns and how you feel with your support (adults) or 8 hours (for teens) before and after 55% of Americans report feeling tired after the time system. daylight saving time. However, having healthy sleep change. Two new studies suggest that the spring 3. Stay informed on information from credible sources. 4. Be mindful of your screen time usage. Unplug from social media and patterns is important all of the time. daylight saving time transition raises health and other media outlets to go on a walk or to do other self-care strategies. When this rolls around next year, be prepared. safety risks. One study found fatal traffic accident 5. Seek help when needed. Here are some numbers to text or call: Gradually adjust sleep and wake times beginning risk increased by 6% and was highest in the morn- • Southwest Counseling Service’s 24/7 Crisis Line: 307-352-6677 ing. Another study found an increase in hospital ad- • Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s missions due to atrial fibrillation following the spring (SAMHSA’s) Disaster Distress Hotline: 1-800-985-5990 or text transition to daylight saving time. When separated by TalkWithUs to 66746. gender, this finding persisted only among women. 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The archive page is a look back at Green River history through the pages of the Green River Star. The dates listed are the dates the items were originally printed in this newspaper. Archives Compiled by Lois Lewis.

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80 Years Ago 50 Years Ago March 14, 1941 “HERE’S HOW we’ll do it,” said Coach Larry Clause to his Green River high school varsity basketball squad just six weeks ago. Last week they brought home the Wyoming Class A championship. The varsity squad Tourney during the season included Bob Boren, Ritch Krmpotich, Mike Butch- er, Dale Crouch (not on tourney squad), Pete Kalivas, Bill June, Henry Fight Sends Sanchez, Randy Eyre, Tony Sandoval, Ian Fisher, Lane Durrans, 3 Rawlins Ariste Kalivas, John Bingham Youths To Jail and Bruce

Deichmueller (not Three Rawlins youths, on tourney whose names were not squad). disclosed by officers, were fined $10 each and court Photos costs of $10 when ar- (left and below) raigned Monday before from Justice of the Peace Walt March 17, 1971 Siegel on a charge of as- sault. The boys were charged with having at- 40 Years Ago tacked Mike Korfanta of Rock Springs early Sunday MENS LEAGUE. . . Kelly Mackley (head- morning as Korfanta was band) tries to force his way betweeb two leaving the district tourna- other players and reach the basketball, as ment dance at Riverside Larry Post (left) reaches his hand in from ballroom. the other side. As Korfanta crossed Story and advertisement (left and THE TRUMPET section of the stage band the bridge from the Island above) from March 14, 1941 of Green river high school practices for the and neared the swim- upcoming concert. From left to right are: ming pool, the three boys Vince Proctor, Ed Lee, John Pallesen and “jumped him” knocking 70 Years Ago Barry Cain. him to the ground and tearing his clothing. The attack was entire- ly unwarranted, according 30 Years Ago to local police officers who said that Korfanta did not know his assailants before the fight and had DANCE FANS...Sherry Shoe- not made any remarks to maker, Linda Aten and Stepha- precipitate any such an nie Speaker receive special argument. Cleo Parker Robinson Dance Ensemble patches from Cleo March 15, 1951 herself. Photos (left and above) from Bids For March 18, 1981 Bridge To Be TOP PERFORMERS...Amanda Sparks, 20 Years Ago Adrienne Harris, Stephanie Lee and Opened Shawnee Burdick were top winners at last week’s gymnastics meet. A report gratifying to Green River came from Photos (left and above) from Cheyenne this week. The March 14, 1991 state highway commis- ELISABETH AND SARAH Beck clog like sion will open bids April 6 Egyptians during the “Stars of Tomorrow” for construction of a new talent contest. bridge to span Green river in the southern section of this city. Two other bridge OUCH! Heather Cover slaps 10 Years Ago contracts will be acted Matt Backstrom in the Green upon at the same time, the River High School play “The total estimated cost of the Omelet Murder Case.” three being $750,000. Preliminaries to Story and advertisement (left and actual contract letting had above) from March 15, 1951 been completed when out HB BIRMINGHAM, Ethan Maclean, of a clear sky came order Ben Kennah, Andrew Golden and from the federal bureau 60 Years Ago Dan Weeks enjoy victory after a of roads that it would not recent swim meet. The Green River participate due to lack of squad ran away with the state title at critical materials. Gillette last weekend. Following county- wide protest to which was Photos (above, above left and left) added friendly support from March 15, 2001 HANNA CHAVEZ, Isabel Perez, in official Washington WWCC Jaicee Thomas, Morgan Huffman, Britney Pate, Ashlynn Merchant, circles, there was a change ALL-CONFERENCE honorees wrestlers Andrea Johnson, Brittany Hansen, in the federal ruling which from the 4-A South Region Justin Claire Bingham and Ashlie Cantu gives the project the green are: front, l-r, Lindsey Owens, Schumach- make up the Wolves Dance Team. light soon as clearance for Brooke Cassity, Brittany Row- er and Scott critical materials is forth- Photos (above and below right) ley, back, Nathan Carroll and Verner Photos (left and above) from coming. from March 16, 1961 Josh Lewis. receive All-American honors. March 16, 2011 FIVE SMILING TWO registered pharmacists, Come see us at See us beauties have been Karl Moedl and Frieda Horton, 705 Uinta Drive! Arnold Family for a selected by the male in one pharmacy allows Moedl great members of the Drug to give you Drug Service CHIROPRACTIC CENTER selection We Junior Class as the not obtainable elsewhere. are candidates for the Ju- of gifts! Green THOMAS L. ARNOLD, D.C. River’s nior Prom Queen. The UPS candidates are: front- Palmer Graduate shipping -Margaret Kandris 705 Uinta Drive, Green River point. and Kay Ann Hoff- man, and rear--Sheila 307-875-1926 79 W. Flaming Gorge Way, Green River Spinal Hours: Fowler, Janice Sorbie Care For Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday [email protected] 307-875-3969 8:30-1:30; 4-6; and Patsy Hamblin. All Ages Thursday 4-7; Friday 8:30-1:30

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These pages include a variety of notices required by Town, County and State statutes and regulations. These notices include meeting agendas, proposed city and county ordinances, tax and budget information, liquor Public Notices licenses, foreclosures, summonses and bid invitations.

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PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE FORECLOSURE SALE NOTICE

WHEREAS, default in the payment of principal and interest has occurred under the terms of a promissory THE STATE OF ) IN THE DISTRICT FORECLOSURE SALE NOTICE note (the “Note”) dated 11/12/2019 executed and WYOMING ) COURT, GREEN delivered by Jason Strand to Caliber Home Loans, : ss. RIVER, WYOMING WHEREAS, default in the payment of principal and Inc. and a real estate mortgage (the “Mortgage”) of the ) interest has occurred under the terms of a promis- same date securing the Note, which Mortgage was COUNTY OF ) THIRD soryJUDICIAL note (the “Note”) dated 05/10/2019 executed executed and delivered by Jason Strand and Morgan SWEETWATER ) DISTRICT and delivered by Colleen Berger to Mortgage Solu- Strand, husband and wife (the “Mortgagors”), to Mort- tions of Colorado, LLC and a real estate mortgage gage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nomi- In the Matter of the Estates of ) (the “Mortgage”) of the same date securing the Note, nee for Caliber Home Loans, Inc., and which Mort- ) Probate No.: which Mortgage was executed and delivered by Col- gage was recorded on 11/13/2019, as Instrument # BONNIE FAYE PULLEY and ) PR-21-16-G leen Berger, an unmarried woman (the “Mortgagors”), 1670828 Bk 1229 P 3016 in the records of the office RYAN RUSSELL PULLEY, ) to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., of the County Clerk and ex-officio Register of Deeds in Deceased. ) as nominee for Mortgage Solutions of Colorado, LLC, and for Sweetwater County, State of Wyoming; and ------and which Mortgage was recorded on 05/15/2019, as WHEREAS, the mortgage was assigned for value as Instrument No. 1667148 Book 1227 Page 436 in the follows: NOTICE OF APPLICATION records of the office of the County Clerk and ex-officio Assignee: Caliber Home Loans, Inc. Register of Deeds in and for Sweetwater County, State Assignment dated: 12/29/2020 To: All persons interested in the Estates of Bonnie of Wyoming; and Assignment recorded: 01/04/2021 Faye Pulley and Ryan Russell Pulley: WHEREAS, the mortgage was assigned for value as Assignment recording information: Instrument # follows: 1679200 Bk: 1236 Pg 6171 You are hereby notified that on February 18, 2021, Assignee: Mortgage Solutions Of Colorado, LLC, D.B.A All in the records of the County clerk and ex-officio Emily Pulley-Hamilton, Petitioner, filed an applica- Mortgage Solutions Financial Register of Deeds in and for Sweetwater County, Wyo- tion in the Third Judicial District Court in and for the Assignment dated: 01/27/2021 ming. County of Sweetwater, State of Wyoming, stating that Assignment recorded: 02/18/2021 Bonnie Faye Pulley, died on August 1, 2011; that at Assignment recording information: Instrument No. WHEREAS, the Mortgage contains a power of sale the time of her death she lived in Grand Junction, 1680251 Book 1237 Page 5859 which by reason of said default, the Mortgagee de- Mesa County, Colorado; and that at the time of her All in the records of the County clerk and ex-officio clares to have become operative, and no suit or pro- death she owned a parcel of real property located in Register of Deeds in and for Sweetwater County, Wyo- ceeding has been instituted at law to recover the debt Sweetwater County, Wyoming, more particularly de- ming. secured by the Mortgage, or any part there-of, nor has scribed as follows: any such suit or proceeding been instituted and the WHEREAS, the Mortgage contains a power of sale same discontinued; and Lots One (1) and Two (2) in Block Seventeen (17) which by reason of said default, the Mortgagee de- of the Amended Plat of the Liberty Addition to the clares to have become operative, and no suit or pro- WHEREAS, written notice of intent to foreclose the City of Green River, as said Lots and Block are laid ceeding has been instituted at law to recover the debt Mortgage by advertisement and sale has been served down and described on the official plat thereof, secured by the Mortgage, or any part there-of, nor has upon the record owner and the party in possession filed of record in the Office of the County Clerk any such suit or proceeding been instituted and the of the mortgaged premises at least ten (10) days prior and Ex-Officio Register of Deeds of Sweetwater same discontinued; and to the commencement of this publication, and the County, Wyoming, TOGETHER WITH an easement amount due upon the Mortgage on the date of first for ingress and egress to Lots One (1) and Two (2), WHEREAS, written notice of intent to foreclose the publication of this notice of sale being the total sum Block Seventeen (17) of the Liberty Addition to the Mortgage by advertisement and sale has been served of $ $294.,295.24 which sum consists of the unpaid City of Green River, over and across the northerly upon the record owner and the party in possession principal balance of $285,856.32 plus Interest ac- 15 feet of the above-described property, the ease- of the mortgaged premises at least ten (10) days prior crued to the date of the first publication of this notice ment being more particularly described as follows: to the commencement of this publication, and the in the amount of $6,300.15 plus attorneys’ fees, costs Commending at the southwest corner of Lot One amount due upon the Mortgage on the date of first expended, and accruing interest and late charges af- (1), Block Seventeen (17) of the Liberty Addition to publication of this notice of sale being the total sum ter the date of first publication of this notice of sale; the City of Green River marked by an aluminum of $ 215,962.08 which sum consists of the unpaid capped 5/8” diameter steel bar; thence South principal balance of $199,402.91 plus Interest ac- WHEREAS, the property being foreclosed upon may 68°56’ East, the bearings based upon the south crued to the date of the first publication of this be subject to other liens and encumbrances that line of the Rancho Addition to the City of Green notice in the amount of $11,283.75 plus attorneys’ will not be extinguished at the sale. Any prospective River, 22.18 feet to the place of beginning, marked fees, costs expended, and accruing interest and late purchaser should research the status of title before by an aluminum capped 5/8” diameter steel bar, charges after the date of first publication of this notice submitting a bid; said point being the northwest corner of said par- of sale; cel of land; thence continuing, South 68°56’ East, NOW, THEREFORE Caliber Home Loans, Inc., as the 97.82 feet along the north line of the aforemen- WHEREAS, the property being foreclosed upon may Mortgagee, will have the Mortgage foreclosed as by tioned parcel to an aluminum capped 5/8” diame- be subject to other liens and encumbrances that law provided by causing the mortgaged property to be ter steel bar; thence South 21°04’ West, 15.00 feet will not be extinguished at the sale. Any prospective sold at public venue by the Sheriff or Deputy Sheriff to a point; thence North 68°56’ West, 89.36 feet purchaser should research the status of title before in and for Sweetwater County, Wyoming to the high- to a point on the northeasterly right-of-way line of submitting a bid; est bidder for cash at 10:00am o’clock in the forenoon Barnhart Street; thence North 8°21’ West, 17.22 on 04/07/2021 at the Sweetwater County Court- feet along the said northeasterly right-of-way line NOW, THEREFORE Mortgage Solutions Of Colorado, house located at 80 W. Flaming Gorge Way, Green to the place of beginning. LLC, D.B.A. Mortgage Solutions Financial, as the River, Wyoming, Sweetwater County for application Mortgagee, will have the Mortgage foreclosed as by law on the above-described amounts secured by the In addition, said Application states that Ryan Russell provided by causing the mortgaged property to be sold Mortgage, said mortgaged property being described as Pulley died on April 11, 2017; that at the time of his at public venue by the Sheriff or Deputy Sheriff in follows, to-wit: death he lived in Green River, Sweetwater County, and for Sweetwater County, Wyoming to the highest Wyoming; and that at the time of his death he was bidder for cash at 10:00 AM o’clock in the forenoon on LOT NUMBERED ONE HUNDRED TWENTY-NINE a successor-in-interest to an undivided one-half (½) 04/07/2021 at the Sweetwater County Courthouse (129) OF THE FINAL PLAT OF TAYLOR ESTATES, interest in said real property. located at 80 W. Flaming Gorge Way, Green River, A RESUBDIVISON OF UMBRIA ADDITION, PHASE Wyoming, Sweetwater County for application on the 7, SECTION 28, TOWNSHIP 19 NORTH, RANGE Said Application prays that the Court enter a decree above-described amounts secured by the Mortgage, 105 WEST, 6TH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN ROCK establishing right and title to Decedents’ interest in said mortgaged property being described as follows, SPRINGS, SWEETWATER COUNTY, WYOMING the above-described parcel of real property and setting to-wit: over decedents’ interest therein to the heirs of Bonnie Corrected by Affidavit of Scrivener’s Error, record- Faye Pulley and Ryan Russell Pulley. LOT NUMBERED SEVENTEEN (17) IN BLOCK ed with the Clerk and Recorder’s Office of Sweet- NUMBERED FOUR (4) OF THE LARAMIE ADDI- water County, Wyoming, on February 24, 2021, You are hereby further notified that any interested TION TO THE CITY OF GREEN RIVER, SWEETWA- at Reception No. 1680381, Bk. No. 1237, Pg. No. party may file objections in writing with the Clerk of TER COUNTY, WYOMING. 6550, to read as follows: District Court in Green River, Wyoming on or before April 9, 2021. With an address of : 1735 South Carolina Dr Green LOT NUMBERED ONE HUNDRED TWENTY-NINE River, WY 82935. (129) OF THE FINAL PLAT OF TAYLOR ESTATES, DATED this 2nd day of March, 2021. A RESUBDIVISION OF UMBRIA ADDITION, Together with all improvements thereon situate and PHASE 7, SECTION 28, TOWNSHIP 19 NORTH, Sage Hilstad, 7-5114 all fixtures and appurtenances thereto. RANGE 105 WEST, 6TH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN Mathey Law Office, P.C. ROCK SPRINGS, SWEETWATER COUNTY, WYO- PO Box 1060 02/25/2021 ___ Brian G. Sayer ___ MING Green River WY 82935 Date Brian G. Sayer (307) 875-5872 C. Morgan Lasley With an address of: 3509 Scott Dr Rock Springs, WY Marcello G. Rojas 82901-6889. 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Abandoned 1988 Jeep Grand Wagoneer, VIN 1JC- Action Items exceed $80,000. NJ15U6JT235814, will be sold on March 22, 2021 at 7:00 am, at 1314 11th St., Rock Springs, WY. The The Board of Trustees of School District No. Two, in Rachelle Morris moved, seconded by David Young. amount due for storage is $100.00. the County of Sweetwater and the State of Wyoming, Motion carries unanimously. met in regular session February 9, 2021 – a Board March 10, 18, 2021 11671 and Virtual Meeting in the Central Administration 8.04 Consider Approval of the Bid Results for Boardroom. the Central Administration Building Roof Re- placement (Hamel) 3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Rachelle Morris moved, seconded by Ashley Castillon PUBLIC NOTICE 3.01 Approval of Agenda to approve the roof replacement for Central Office to Big Horn Roofing for $207,875. Motion carries unani- Robin Steiss moved, seconded by Brenda Roosa to ap- mously. prove the agenda. PUBLIC NOTICE: 8.05 Consider Approval of the Bid Results for Chairman Core stated that “he” needs an amendment the Elementary Intercoms (Hamel) The regular March meeting of Castle Rock Hospital to remove, 7.03 – Hear Update on Winter Interim As- District Board of Trustees will be held on Tuesday, sessment, 7.04 – Recognition of Student Teachers and Brenda Roosa moved, seconded by David Young to go March 23, 2021 at 5:00 p.m. Due to COVID-19 11.01 – Executive Session. with Marshall Industries for the elementary schools restrictions, this meeting will be held via Zoom video- intercom project for $119,388. conference only. The public may access the meeting Rachelle Morris moved, seconded by Ashley Castil- at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87318535688 or by lon to remove 7.03, 7.04 and 11.01. Motion carried 8.06 Consider Approval of the RFP Results for phone 1-346-248-7799. unanimously. Chromebooks (Williams)

March 18, 2021 11679 Chairman Core asked for all of those in favor of ap- Rachelle Morris moved, seconded by Ashley Castillon proving the agenda with those amendments. Motion to accept the bid from Archangel for $202,720. “We” carried unanimously. will receive 600, 4G touchscreen Chromebooks to include a 3-year warranty and to include accidental 4. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS damage coverage and Google Management Consoles. PUBLIC NOTICE Motion carries unanimously. 4.01 Approval of Consent Agenda Items 4.01 through 4.06 9. OTHER BUSINESS

Rachelle Morris moved, seconded by Robin Steiss to 9.02 Consider Approval of New Policy GBMB IN THE DISTRICT COURT approve the consent agenda items. Motion carried (Staff Grievance Procedures) – 1st Reading FOR THE THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT unanimously. (Fuss)

WITHIN AND FOR 6. PERSONNEL Robin Steiss moved, seconded by Rachelle Morris to SWEETWATER COUNTY, STATE OF WYOMING approve on 1st reading New Policy GBMB (Staff Griev- 6.01 Consider Approval of Certified Resignation ance Procedures). Motion carried unanimously. In the Matter of the Estate of ) Requests (Fuss) ) Probate No: 9.03 Consider Revision to Policy HG-E (Pro- Cleoma J. Kirby, ) PR-21-17-G Robin Steiss moved, seconded by Brenda Roosa to fessional Negotiation Agreement) 1st Reading Deceased. ) approve the resignations of Tom Wilson and Rachel (Fuss) ------Conder. Motion carried unanimously. David Young moved, seconded by Robin Steiss to NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR A DECREE OF 8. BID REQUESTS AND SUMMER MAINTENANCE approve this on 1st reading. Motion carried unani- SUMMARY DISTRIBUTION OF PROPERTY ITEMS mously.

To: All persons interested in the Estate of Cleoma J 8.01 Consider Approval of District Photography 9.04 Consider Approval of an Application for Kirby: Services Extension (Barringer) BLM Land Lease for FFA Project (Barringer) You are hereby notified that on the 22nd of February, 2021, Brent A. Skorcz filed an application Moved by Robin Steiss, seconded by Brenda Roosa to Rachelle Morris moved, seconded by Ashley Castillon in the Third Judicial District Court in and for the approve the extension “our” agreement with LifeTouch to allow “our” Superintendent to sign the application County of Sweetwater, State of Wyoming, stating that for school photography services for both the 2021- for the BLM land lease for the FFA project. Motion Cleoma J Kirby died on November 23, 2020; that she 2022 and 2022-2023 school year. Motion carried carries. was a resident at 640 Evers St, Green River, Sweet- unanimously. water County, Wyoming; and that at the time of her 10. BOARD AND SUPERINTENDENT COMMENTS death she owned a parcel of real property located in Brenda Roosa moved, seconded by David Young, 640 Evers St, Green River, Sweetwater County, Wyo- which is the agreement for Photo’s by Jenni for School 10.01 Superintendent and Board Comments ming, more particularly described as follows: District #2 activities photography services for 2021- All of Lot Fifteen (15), of the Monroe Third Addition 2022 and 2022-2023 school years. Motion carried Board comments were taken. to the Town of Green River, Wyoming, as the same unanimously. is platted and filed of record. 11. EXECUTIVE SESSION Said application prays that the Court enter 8.02 Consider Approval to Roll Last Year’s Milk a decree establishing right and title to the above-de- Bid (Kenison) 11.01 Executive Session for the Purpose of Per- scribed parcel of real property and personal property sonnel Pursuant to W.S. §16-4-405 (a) (ii), (iii), owned at the decedent’s death; setting over decedent’s Robin Steiss moved, seconded by Rachelle Morris to (ix), (x), (xi) interest therein to Brent A. Skorcz, Steven Skorcz, roll the bid with Meadow Gold through the Western and Sandy Skorcz jointly and in equal shares. Wyoming Community Food Co-Op for milk for the Removed from agenda. You are hereby further notified that on the 2021-2022 school year. Motion carried unanimously. 16th day of April, 2021, at 9:00 a.m. at the Sweet- 12. ADJOURNMENT water County Courthouse in Green River, Wyoming, 8.03 Consider Approval to Go Out to Bid for 2 has been set as the time and place of hearing of said Combi-Ovens at Lincoln Middle School 12.01 Adjourn application. Any person interested may appear and (Kenison) contest the same. Meeting adjourned by acclamation at 8:30PM. DATED this 11th day of March, 2021. Chairman Core asked for a motion to go out for an RFP for these ovens for Lincoln Middle School, not to March 18, 2021 11678 Donna Boback, Clerk of Court

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SWEETWATER COUNTY SCHOOL PMS SCREEN PRINTING $538.00 SWEETWATER COUNTY DISTRICT NO. 2 PRO-VISION VIDEO SYSTEMS $4,072.46 SURPLUS PROPERTY SALE PUBLICATION OF WARRANTS - PROJECT LEAD THE WAY, INC. $3,200.00 FEBRUARY 2021 REGION V BOCES $45,183.80 Location: Sweetwater County 731 C Street, Rock CHAPTER 3. SEC. 21-3-110 (A) ROCK SPRINGS WINNELSON CO $1,363.86 Springs, Wyoming 82901 WYOMING EDUCATION CODE SMITH’S CUSTOMER CHARGES $1,126.48 WARRANTS OVER $500.00 STAPLES, INC. $5,582.72 SALE OF SWEETWATER COUNTY SURPLUS INVEN- SWEETWATER OFFICIALS ASSOCIATION $851.16 TORY. A selection of items will be offered including GENERAL FUND SWEETWATER TROPHIES $999.92 chairs, wood & metal shelving, office equipment, file AMAZON.COM $6,694.81 UNION TELEPHONE COMPANY $928.48 cabinets, cameras, typewriters, desks, conference APPLE INC $500.00 UNIVERSAL CHEERLEADERS tables, televisions and various other items. BRIDGER VALLEY PROPANE $1,170.17 ASSOCIATION $660.00 BSN SPORTS / U.S. GAMES US BANK VOYAGER FLEET $1,659.48 Sale will take place April 7th & 8th , 2021, 8:00 am to CUST# 1041179 $2,154.85 V!ROC $1,500.00 5:00 pm, at Sweetwater County, 731 C Street, Rock CCS PRESENTATION SYSTEMS $7,147.80 WAXIE SANITARY SUPPLY $4,289.79 Springs, WY 82901. Items can be viewed and bids CENTURY LINK $1,533.77 WELLS FARGO CREDIT CARD $25,420.56 submitted during this time. COLONIAL SPECIALTY CO, INC $3,113.00 WESTAR PRINTING LLC $1,567.92 DELL MARKETING LP $1,841.66 WESTERN WYOMING COLLEGE All successful bidders will be notified by telephone DJ’S GLASS PLUS LLC $1,925.00 BOOKSTORE $9,972.99 between 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Friday, April 9, 2021. ELDER EQUIPMENT LEASING OF WHITE MOUNTAIN LUMBER $837.48 Successful bidders will be required to remove and WYOMING INC $584.53 WINSUPPLY OF ROCK SPRINGS, WY CO. $1,587.84 make payment at the sale location on Monday, April FULCRUM BIOMETRICS, LLC $749.00 WYOMING EMBROIDERY $1,138.00 12th or Tuesday, April 13th, 2021, between the hours GAMEDAY EDGE LLC $682.12 ROCKY MOUNTAIN MACHINERY $24,211.84 of 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. GREEN RIVER STAR INC $1,305.00 AMERICAN FAMILY LIFE ASSURANCE GREEN RIVER, CITY OF $5,011.15 COMPANY $1,567.20 All sale items are AS IS – CASH ONLY – SUCCESS- HELLO FOUNDATION, LLC, THE $9,090.00 BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD FUL BIDDERS ARE RESPONSIBLE TO REMOVE HERFF JONES YEARBOOK $10,312.50 FLEXIBLE SPENDING $3,689.36 ALL ITEMS - ALL SALES FINAL! HICKEY & EVANS, LLP $2,109.00 BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD HOMAX OIL SALES INC $14,969.73 OF WYOMING $66,305.00 /S/ Cynthia L. Lane JOHNSON CONTROLS INC $541.17 BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD Sweetwater County Clerk JP MORGAN CHASE (TX1-0029) $7,539.67 OF WYOMING $371,874.00 KNOWLEDGE MATTERS, INC $5,600.00 BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD March 18, 25, April 1, 2021 11675 LEWIS BUS GROUP INC $871.53 OF WYOMING $12,861.00 NAPA AUTO PARTS $2,662.84 DELTA DENTAL OF WYOMING $26,801.77 OFFICE SHOP INC $3,053.39 MEMBER BENEFITS, INC $1,104.00 PMS SCREEN PRINTING $2,665.00 ORCHARD TRUST CO., LLC $12,210.00 PROFESSIONAL COUNSELING THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PUBLIC NOTICE SERVICES, LLC $1,820.00 (GRN6) $1,156.98 ROCK SPRINGS WINNELSON CO $750.09 TSA - CONSULTING GROUP, INC $4,348.12 ROCKY MOUNTAIN POWER $58,852.36 VISION SERVICE PLAN - RSM US, LLP $10,000.00 (WY) FILE #73201 $6,078.26 IN THE DISTRICT COURT SILVERBACK MACHINE, INC. $962.50 WEBT $5,302.75 OF THE THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT SMITH’S CUSTOMER CHARGES $1,692.53 WEBT $2,089.42 STAPLES, INC. $3,136.22 WYOMING DEPARTMENT OF WITHIN AND FOR STEVE WEISS MUSIC, INC. $1,029.95 WORKFORCE SERVICES $17,562.14 SWEETWATER COUNTY, WYOMING SWEETWATER OFFICIALS ASSOCIATION $2,172.66 WYOMING EDUCATION ASSN $7,347.67 TALX CORPORATION/EQUIFAX WYOMING RETIREMENT SYSTEM $357,843.45 IN THE MATTER OF ) WORKFORCE SLTNS $1,846.00 WYOMING RETIREMENT SYSTEM - RHF $2,070.16 THE ESTATE OF ) Probate No. THYSSEN KRUPP ELEVATOR CORP $1,104.13 BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD ELIZABETH L. KIRTS ) 2021-000021 VONAGE $2,007.50 OF WYOMING $1,080.00 Deceased. ) WAXIE SANITARY SUPPLY $5,865.29 ------WINSUPPLY OF ROCK SPRINGS, WY CO. $6,296.55 MAJOR MAINTENANCE WYOMING WASTE SYSTEMS $6,730.09 COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES INC $5,254.96 NOTICE BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD CONVERGINT TECHNOLOGIES, LLC $2,423.42 FLEXIBLE SPENDING $3,838.86 DJ’S GLASS PLUS LLC $3,900.00 Application has been made to the Third Judicial ORCHARD TRUST CO., LLC $12,210.00 CONVERGINT TECHNOLOGIES, LLC $11,975.00 District Court within and for Sweetwater County, THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PERFORMANCE AUDIO & $2,710.00 Wyoming, by SHELLEY RENEA IRWIN Trustee of the (GRN6) $1,156.98 KIRTS FAMILY TRUST dated July 9, 2009, as the TSA - CONSULTING GROUP, INC $4,347.43 SPECIAL REVENUE heir of ELIZABETH L. KIRTS, deceased, for a decree WYOMING EDUCATION ASSN $7,347.67 FIRST $1,492.00 conveying and distributing the following described ADVANCED FITNESS REPAIR, LLC $1,100.00 HEALTHY ROSTER, INC. $588.00 real property, owned by the decedent at the time of AMAZON.COM $4,971.77 HYLON KOBURN CHEMICALS, INC. $1,250.00 her death, in the manner requested in the Application BENTLEY SYSTEMS INC $1,140.00 INDUSTRIAL TOOL AND SUPPLY $5,314.00 filed herein: BRIDGER VALLEY ELECTRIC $862.01 IVIE LEAGUE LEARNING BSN SPORTS / U.S. GAMES RESOURCES, INC. $11,200.00 a. 414 M Street, Rock Springs, Sweetwater County, CUST# 1041179 $2,319.20 VEX ROBOTICS, INC. $3,899.00 Wyoming CDW-GOVERNMENT INC $3,550.00 WAXIE SANITARY SUPPLY $21,903.21 CENTER FOR CIVIC EDUCATION $1,100.00 A+ EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM A one-half interest in Lot Numbered Eight (8) in CENTURY LINK $2,942.13 DEVELOPMENT SVCS $9,600.00 Block Numbered Five (5) in the Pilot Butte Addition COLORADO SCHOOL FOR AIRGAS USA, LLC $924.74 to the City of Rock Springs, Sweetwater County, DEAF AND BLIND $840.00 APPLE INC $795.00 Wyoming; together with all improvements thereon, COPIER AND SUPPLY COMPANY $3,976.84 FETZ, BART E. $950.00 and easements, appurtenances and incidents be- CUMMINS ROCKY MOUNTAIN LLC $720.00 PACIFIC STEEL & RECYCLING $3,811.06 longing and appertaining thereto, or used in con- DELL MARKETING LP $1,064.90 WAXIE SANITARY SUPPLY $1,480.15 nection therewith; subject, however, to all mineral, DOMINION ENERGY $38,597.87 WELLS FARGO CREDIT CARD $546.97 mining and other exceptions, reservations, ease- EDMENTUM, INC $2,360.00 ments, rights of way and conditions of record. ELDER EQUIPMENT LEASING OF NUTRITION SERVICES WYOMING INC $1,096.90 DEAN FOODS COMPANY $4,379.06 If no objection to the Application has been filed within FRONTLINE TECHNOLOGIES NICHOLAS & COMPANY INC $34,313.27 thirty (30) days of the first date of publication, the GROUP, LLC $11,040.00 NUTRI-LINK TECHNOLOGIES INC $865.00 Court shall enter a Decree establishing the right and HEBBERT, EMILY ALYSE $1,394.24 ROCKY MOUNTAIN SERVICE title to the property to the aforementioned. HIGH POINT COUNSELING $1,980.00 SOLUTIONS $1,344.32 INTERMOUNTAIN FIRE PROTECTION $695.00 AMAZON.COM $899.90 DATED this 10th day of March, 2021. ISOGRAD, INC $2,250.00 DEAN FOODS COMPANY $3,036.89 LEMICH LAW CENTER $10,530.00 NICHOLAS & COMPANY INC $25,241.87 Charles L. Barnum LEWIS BUS GROUP INC $565.11 WAXIE SANITARY SUPPLY $860.42 CHARLES L. BARNUM, PC NAPA AUTO PARTS $778.23 WESTERN WYOMING BEVERAGES $630.00 409 Broadway Street, Suite A NWBOCES $20,694.25 FREMONT MOTORS/ROCK SPRINGS $49,846.00 Rock Springs, WY 82901 PAXTON/PATTERSON LLC $554.62 PEAK PERFORMANCE SPORTS MEDICINE $7,875.00 March 18, 2021 11677 March 18, 25, 2021 11676 Subscribe today! Call 307.875.3103

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March 2, 2021 ROCK SPRINGS MUNICIPAL UTILITY, UTILITIES, FULL DRAW TAXIDERMY -433 Green River, WY 29.97; 109733, ROCKET-MINER, SUBSCRIPTION, FULL DRAW TAXIDERMY -397 98.95; 109734, ROCKY MTN POWER, UTILITIES, C & JS OCD CLEANING -410 The Board of County Commissioners met this day at 13,152.60; 109735, SIDELINE COLLECTIONS INC, C & JS OCD CLEANING -387 8:30 a.m. in Regular Session with all Commission- RANDOMS, 300.00; 109736, SOUTHWEST COUN- C & JS OCD CLEANING -351 ers present. The meeting opened with the Pledge of SELING SERVICE, GRANT EXPENSES, 10,630.38; C & JS OCD CLEANING -313 Allegiance. 109737, SPECIALIZED PATHOLOGY CONSULTANTS, C & JS OCD CLEANING -278 PC, AUTOPSY, 1,250.00; 109738, STATEFIRE DC C & JS OCD CLEANING -231 Approval of Agenda SPECIALTIES LLC, MONITORING, 75.00; 109739, C & JS OCD CLEANING -154 SWEETWATER TRANSIT AUTHORITY, BUDGET MARTIN CHAVEZ -4313 Chairman Wendling entertained a motion to approve ALLOCATION, 32,775.00; 109740, SWEETWATER MARTIN CHAVEZ -4043 the agenda with the addition of adding contracts TROPHIES, SIGNS, 36.00; 109741, TERMINIX OF MARTIN CHAVEZ -3873 under the executive session. Commissioner Smith so WYOMING, SERVICE, 310.00; 109742, THE SHER- MARTIN CHAVEZ -3875 moved. Commissioner Lloyd seconded the motion. WIN-WILLIAMS CO, PAINT, 48.91; 109743, TUBBS MARTIN CHAVEZ -3364 The motion carried. MD LLC, KENNON C, INMATE MEDICAL, 5,000.00; MARTIN CHAVEZ -2962 109744, TYLER TECHNOLOGIES INC, MICROFILM- MARTIN CHAVEZ -2781 Approval of Minutes: February 2, 3, 2021 ING, 355.59; 109745, UNION TELEPHONE COMPANY MARTIN CHAVEZ -2293 INC, PHONES, 245.25; 109746, UNION TELEPHONE MARTIN CHAVEZ -2167 February 16, 2021- Regular Meeting COMPANY INC, PHONES/AIRCARDS, 1,059.04; MARTIN CHAVEZ -2039 Commissioner Smith moved to approve. Commission- 109747, VERIZON WIRELESS, M2M/BROADBAND, JAMES CLARK & JENNIFER JONES -408 er Thoman seconded the motion. The motion carried. 235.17; 109748, WAKEFIELD & ASSOCIATES INC, JAMES CLARK & JENNIFER JONES -411 COMMISSION, 24.00; 109749, WAXIE SANITARY JAMES CLARK & JENNIFER JONES -428 February 16, 2021- Strategic Planning Workshop SUPPLY, SUPPLIES, 507.45; 109750, WEIMER, JAMES CLARK & JENNIFER JONES -456 Commissioner Lloyd moved to approve the minutes JACK, INSPECTIONS/TANK TESTING & FILLS, JAMES CLARK & JENNIFER JONES -435 dated February 16, 2021. Commissioner Schoenfeld 1,370.00; 109751, WESTERN WYOMING COMMU- JAMES CLARK & JENNIFER JONES -457 seconded the motion. The motion carried. NITY COLLEGE, TELEPHONE, 0.10; 109752, WEX JAMES CLARK & JENNIFER JONES -475 BANK, FUEL, 6,015.35; 109753, WHISLER CHEVRO- JAMES CLARK & JENNIFER JONES -475 Acceptance of Bills LET COMPANY, PARTS, 74.04; 109754, WILLIAM H JAMES CLARK & JENNIFER JONES -502 SMITH & ASSOCIATES INC, SERVICES, 20,497.50; JAMES CLARK & JENNIFER JONES -513 Approval of County Vouchers/Warrants, (EAL’s), 109755, WYODATA SECURITY INC, SHREDDING, WALTER & LYNETTE COMSTOCK -217 Bonds, Abates/Rebates, and Hospital Maintenance 347.00; 109756, WYOMING DEPT OF TRANSPORTA- WALTER & LYNETTE COMSTOCK -219 Expenditures TION, TITLES, 601.00; 109757, WYOMING DEPT OF WALTER & LYNETTE COMSTOCK -225 Commissioner Smith moved to approve the county WORKFORCE SERVICES, WORKERS’ COMPENSA- WALTER & LYNETTE COMSTOCK -240 vouchers/warrants, bonds, abates/rebates, and the TION, 20,056.68; 109758, WYOMING MACHINERY WALTER & LYNETTE COMSTOCK -229 hospital maintenance expenditures. Commissioner COMPANY, PARTS, 577.64; 109759, DFPES, WORK- WALTER & LYNETTE COMSTOCK -238 Schoenfeld seconded the motion. The motion carried. BOOKS, 195.91; 109760, WYOMING TRUCKING WALTER & LYNETTE COMSTOCK -251 ASSOCIATION, DUES, 180.00; 109761, WYOMING WALTER & LYNETTE COMSTOCK -251 WARRANT NO.s, PAYEE, DESCRIPTION, WASTE SERVICES, UTILITIES, 2,144.55; 109762, WALTER & LYNETTE COMSTOCK -265 AMOUNT; WYORADIO, AD, 175.00; 109763, YOUTH HOME INC, WALTER & LYNETTE COMSTOCK -270 EMPLOYEES AND PAYROLL VENDORS, PAYROLL BUDGET ALLOCATION, 12,996.13; 109764, AARMS, ARTHUR FRYER & DAWN WOODIN -396 RUN, None; 32824, SWCO CONSERVATION DIS- SERVICE, 530.00; 109765, ACE HARDWARE - RS, ARTHUR FRYER & DAWN WOODIN -400 TRICT, BUDGET ALLOCATION, 10,609.11; 32825, DOOR BELL/SUPPLIES, 38.96; 109766, ACE HARD- ARTHUR FRYER & DAWN WOODIN -416 YWCA OF SWEETWATER COUNTY, BUDGET AL- WARE - GR, DOOR BELL, 40.98; 109767, ALPINE ARTHUR FRYER & DAWN WOODIN -444 LOCATION, 23,377.67; 109672, ABSOLUTE AUDIO PURE WATER, RENTAL/WATER, 100.00; 109768, ARTHUR FRYER & DAWN WOODIN -422 VISUAL INC, EQUIPMENT/INSTALLATION, 2,183.00; BATTERY SYSTEMS INC, BATTERIES, 360.23; ARTHUR FRYER & DAWN WOODIN -438 109673, ACE HARDWARE - RS, OIL/PROPANE/ 109769, BENNETT PAINT & GLASS, PAINT, 33.29; ARTHUR FRYER & DAWN WOODIN -461 SUPPLIES, 117.16; 109674, ACE HARDWARE - GR, 109770, BENTLEY SYSTEMS INC, MICRO STATION, ARTHUR FRYER & DAWN WOODIN -286 SUPPLIES, 16.97; 109675, ADVANCE AUTO PARTS, 843.50; 109771, BIG HORN ROOFING INC, CON- ARTHUR FRYER & DAWN WOODIN -301 PARTS, 1,436.08; 109676, ALL WEST COMMUNICA- TRACT, 31,238.00; 109772, CASTILLON D.D.S. LLC, ARTHUR FRYER & DAWN WOODIN -306 TIONS, INTERNET/TV’S, 350.95; 109677, ALPINE A. BRYCE, INMATE DENTAL, 1,350.00; 109773, EMMETT HARKER -291 PURE WATER, BOILER/INSTALLATION/REPAIRS, CENTURYLINK, PHONE, 36.23; 109774, CITY OF EMMETT HARKER -293 31,222.53; 109678, AMERIGAS PROPANE LP, GREEN RIVER, RENT, 60.00; 109775, CLEARVIEW EMMETT HARKER -170 PROPANE, 1,700.33; 109679, APPARATUS EQUIP- IMPROVEMENT & SERVICE DISTRICT, UTILITIES, EMMETT HARKER -181 MENT & SERVICE INC, PARTS/REPAIR, 4,467.20; 83.30; 109776, DELTA DENTAL, FEES/CLAIMS, EMMETT HARKER -172 109680, BENNETT PAINT & GLASS, PAINT, 108.85; 43,928.54; 109777, DOMINION ENERGY, UTILI- EMMETT HARKER -178 109681, BRIDGER VALLEY ELECTRIC ASSN, UTILI- TIES, 3,501.18; 109778, THE EMBLEM AUTHORITY, EMMETT HARKER -188 TIES, 605.11; 109682, C & J ENTERPRISES, RENT, PATCHES, 432.00; 109779, F B MCFADDEN WHOLE- EMMETT HARKER -187 2,520.00; 109683, CASTLE ROCK HOSPITAL DIS- SALE COMPANY, COMMISSARY/INMATE FOOD, EMMETT HARKER -198 TRICT, BUDGET ALLOCATION, 29,000.00; 109684, 4,997.90; 109780, FLOYD’S TRUCK CENTER, PARTS, EMMETT HARKER -202 CENTURYLINK, PHONE BILL, 1,418.30; 109685, 837.51; 109781, GALL’S LLC, BOOTS/BELTS, JOHN HARNEY -396 CINTAS, SERVICES, 468.04; 109686, CITY OF ROCK 267.27; 109782, GRAINGER, GLOVES, 503.70; JOHN HARNEY -414 SPRINGS, BILLING, 11,040.30; 109687, CITY OF 109783, GRUBER POWER SERVICES, BATTERY JOHN HARNEY -431 ROCK SPRINGS, RENT, 157.28; 109688, COALI- PACKS/GPS, 4,363.12; 109784, HCC LIFE INSUR- JOHN HARNEY -460 TION OF LOCAL GOVERNMENTS, DUES, 17,500.00; ANCE COMPANY, FEES, 53,186.84; 109785, HOME JOHN HARNEY -438 109689, COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES INC, DEPOT CREDIT SERVICES, SUPPLIES/MATERIALS/ JOHN HARNEY -454 LIGHTS, 513.00; 109690, COMPUTER PROJECTS OF OFFICE SUPPLIES, 2,078.10; 109786, INSULATION JOHN HARNEY -479 IL INC, LICENSE/MAINTENANCE, 180.00; 109691, INC, REPAIR/INSULATION, 1,214.00; 109787, JENNY JOHN HARNEY -479 COPIER & SUPPLY CO INC, CONTRACTS, 2,953.97; SERVICE COMPANY, COMMISSARY, 723.86; 109788, JOHN HARNEY -506 109692, DIVERSIFIED INSURANCE BEN SERV LLC, JME FIRE & HOIST PROTECTION INC, INSPECTION/ JOHN HARNEY -318 FEES, 1,047.60; 109693, DIVERSIFIED INSUR- TESTING, 899.45; 109789, K-PACK PHARMACY, IN- ANCE BEN SERV LLC, FEES, 6,000.00; 109694, DJ’S MATE MEDICAL, 3,136.07; 109790, KEEFE SUPPLY Public Hearing-Budget Amendments GLASS PLUS INC., WINDSHIELDS/GLASS, 1,066.78; COMPANY, COMMISSARY, 473.02; 109791, LARIMER 109695, DOMINION ENERGY, UTILITIES, 9,049.41; COUNTY CORONER, FEE, 250.00; 109792, MEADOW County Assessor 109696, ECOLAB INC, SUPPLIES, 1,055.44; 109697, GOLD DAIRIES SLC, INMATE FOOD, 996.80; 109793, Accounting Manager Bonnie Berry presented Resolu- FASTENAL COMPANY, SUPPLIES/SIGNS, 107.58; MOUNTAINAIRE ANIMAL CLINIC LLC, BOARDING, tion 21-03-CL-01. Assessor Dave Divis was present 109698, FIRST CHOICE FORD, PARTS, 116.42; 326.40; 109794, NICHOLAS & COMPANY, INMATE to explain the request to replace a copier machine. 109699, FIRST VETERINARY SUPPLY, SUPPLIES, FOOD, 994.50; 109795, PERSONNEL EVALUATION Following discussion, Chairman Wendling opened 130.87; 109700, FLOYD’S TRUCK CENTER, PARTS, INC, JV PEP, 60.00; 109796, REAL KLEEN JANITO- the public hearing. Hearing no comments, the public 171.61; 109701, GOLDEN HOUR SENIOR CENTER RIAL, SUPPLIES, 67.90; 109797, ROCK SPRINGS hearing was closed. Commissioner Smith moved INC, BUDGET ALLOCATION, 18,179.15; 109702, SWEETWATER CO AIRPORT, REIMBURSEMENT, to approve Resolution 21-03-CL-01. Commissioner GRAINGER, MOTOR, 1,545.51; 109703, GREEN 2,189.70; 109798, ROCKY MTN POWER, UTILI- Lloyd seconded the motion. The motion carried with RIVER STAR, ADS, 2,576.00; 109704, GRIFFIN, TIES, 453.71; 109799, SKAGGS COMPANIES INC, Commissioner Schoenfeld voting in opposition. MELISSA, MILEAGE, 8.40; 109705, HIGH SECURITY UNIFORMS/NAMETAPES/NAME PLATES, 1,423.81; LOCK & ALARM, MONITORING, 616.00; 109706, 109800, STAPLES ADVANTAGE - DEPT LA, OFFICE Child Development Center (CDC) HOMAX OIL SALES INC, FUEL/DEF/OIL, 17,606.60; SUPPLIES, 909.59; 109801, SWEETWATER TRO- Accounting Manager Bonnie Berry presented Resolu- 109707, HOSPICE OF SWEETWATER COUNTY, PHIES, SHIPPING, 25.39; 109802, TEGELER & ASSO- tion 21-03-CL-02. Treasurer Robb Slaughter was BUDGET ALLOCATION, 17,812.50; 109708, IBS IN- CIATES, NOTARY BOND, 50.00; 109803, THE TIRE present to explain the change to the agreement with CORPORATED, SUPPLIES, 312.40; 109709, IDEMIA DEN INC, TIRES/ALIGNMENT, 2,208.00; 109804, the CDC. Following discussion, Chairman Wendling IDENTITY & SECURITY USA LLC, MAINTENANCE, TOWN OF WAMSUTTER, UTILITIES, 30.50; 109805, opened the public hearing. Hearing no comments, the 5,618.00; 109710, INDUSTRIAL HOIST AND CRANE, TYLER TECHNOLOGIES INC, AUTOFILM IMAGE, public hearing was closed. Commissioner Schoenfeld INSPECTION, 177.13; 109711, INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY, 250.00; 109806, U S FOODS INC, INMATE FOOD, moved to approve Resolution 21-03-CL-02. Com- SUPPLIES, 78.60; 109712, ISI WATER CHEMISTRIES, 2,119.86; 109807, UMR INC, FEES, 16,839.80; missioner Smith seconded the motion. The motion SERVICE, 801.00; 109713, IWORQ SYSTEMS, SUP- 109808, UNIQUE SIGNS & DESIGN, MAGNETS, carried. PORT, 19,655.00; 109714, JACKS SAW SHOP INC, 140.00; 109809, UNUM LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY OIL/EQUIPMENT/PARTS, 1,751.09; 109715, JENNY OF AMERICA, PREMIUMS, 20,214.26; 109810, USPS, Public Hearing- Liquor License SERVICE COMPANY, COMMISSARY, 1,157.90; RENT, 114.00; 109811, VERIZON WIRELESS, TELE- 109716, JME FIRE & HOIST PROTECTION INC, PHONES/EQUIPMENT, 5,828.92; 109812, VIRS, Renewal of Liquor Licenses INSPECTION, 130.30; 109717, KNIFE RIVER MA- BUDGET ALLOCATION, 35,307.99; 109813, VISION County Clerk Cindy Lane presented the 2021-2022 TERIALS, ROAD BASE, 5,408.77; 109718, LAWSON SERVICE PLAN, PREMIUMS, 8,797.68; 109814, Sweetwater County Renewal Liquor Licenses. Follow- PRODUCTS INC, SUPPLIES, 980.55; 109719, LEWIS WALMART COMMUNITY/SYNCB-PURCHASING, SUP- ing discussion, Chairman Wendling opened the public & LEWIS, ROAD BASE, 3,007.62; 109720, LINCOLN PLIES/OFFICE SUPPLIES, 249.84; 109815, WYO- hearing. Commissioner Thoman shared a public com- COUNTY SHERIFF, INMATE HOUSING, 1,860.00; MING MACHINERY COMPANY, PARTS, 74.67; ment from a constituent relative to Love’s Truck Stop 109721, MHL SYSTEMS, BLADES, 8,074.80; 109722, GRAND TOTAL: 658,128.81 having a liquor license and truckers drinking. Com- MOUNTAIN BAY SCUBA 06, TRAINING MATERIALS, missioner Thoman further addressed the number of 436.40; 109723, NAPA AUTO PARTS UNLIMITED, TAXPAYER VALUATION licenses available. Hearing no further comments, the PARTS, 275.62; 109724, NORBERG TOWING, TOW- CS MAINTENANCE -82 public hearing was closed. ING, 225.00; 109725, ONE-CALL OF WYOMING, CS MAINTENANCE -73 ONE-CALL, 3.00; 109726, OPSEC SECURITY INC, CS MAINTENANCE -61 Renewal of Retail Liquor License ETAGS, 450.00; 109727, PERRY COUNTY SHERIFF’S CS MAINTENANCE -51 Commissioner Schoenfeld moved to approve the retail OFFICE, SERVICE, 45.00; 109728, PETERBILT OF CS MAINTENANCE -20 liquor licenses as presented. Commissioner Lloyd WYOMING, PARTS, 37.79; 109729, PM AUTOGLASS CS MAINTENANCE -21 seconded the motion. The motion carried. INC, WINDSHIELDS , 805.00; 109730, R S REFRIG- CS MAINTENANCE -22 Business Name, Contact, Type of License ERATION SUPPLY, PARTS, 52.99; 109731, REAL CS MAINTENANCE -22 KLEEN JANITORIAL, SUPPLIES, 1,204.55; 109732, FULL DRAW TAXIDERMY -450 CONTINUED ON A25

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employees. missioner Lloyd moved to staff the 7 seasonal posi- CONTINUED FROM A24 tions as presented. Commissioner Smith seconded Commissioner Smith the motion. Following discussion, the motion carried. Buckboard Marina at Flaming Gorge, Jennifer Valdez, Commissioner Smith read aloud s letter commend- Retail Liquor License ing School Districts Number 1 & 2 for their efforts in Request Approval of UMR Financial Renewal and Fast Stop 1134 Inc - Cruel Jack’s, Saud (Sam) Shah- keeping schools open during the COVID-19 pandemic. Terms Amendment Agreement ram, Retail Liquor License The Commission expressed their appreciation to Com- Human Resource Director Garry McLean presented HUB LLC (THE) - Mustang Travel Stop, Mandy missioner Smith for drafting the well-written letter. the UMR Financial Renewal and Terms Amendment Slaugh, Retail Liquor License Chairman Wendling entertained a motion to approve explaining that the two significant changes to the JO/ETTA LLC - The Travel Camp, Shelley E. Smith, and forward the letter to the School Districts. Com- 2021 agreement are that UMR will include Teladoc to Retail Liquor License missioner Thoman moved to approve. Commissioner the County’s health insurance plan for $27,300.00 Kayar Distributing - Kelly’s Hitching Post, Denise Schoenfeld seconded the motion. The motion car- and Sweetwater County will no longer pay UMR for Richards, Retail Liquor License ried. Commissioner Smith reported on the meetings Care Management as Accolade will assume respon- Lalene A. Miller - Mitch’s, Lalene A. Miller, Retail he attended for the Board of Health and Southwest sibility for these services. Following discussion, Liquor License Counseling. Commissioner Smith shared that he will Chairman Wendling entertained a motion to approve Little America Hotels & Resorts Inc, Diane Burton, meet with both the Rock Springs and Green River City the UMR Financial Renewal and Terms Amendment Retail Liquor License Council to address ambulance services. Commission- Agreement and authorize the Chairman to sign. Com- Love’s Travel Stops & Country Stores, Inc, Rhonda er Smith requested support from his co-commission- missioner Smith so moved. Commissioner Schoenfeld Bartlebaugh, Retail Liquor License ers on the letter he will present to the cities explaining seconded the motion. The motion carried. LT Enterprises - White Mountain Mining Co, Terri the standing of the Sweetwater County Commis- Shepard, Retail Liquor License sioners regarding ambulance service in Sweetwater Request Approval of Stop Loss Contract with HCC Varley Mercantile LLC - Point Bar, Roger D. Varley, County stating that the county can no longer meet Life Insurance Company (Pareto) Retail Liquor License the financial requests made and is asking for the Human Resource Director Garry McLean presented Wes’s LLC – Eden Saloon, Wesley K. White, Retail partnership of both the City of Rock Springs and the the Stop Loss Contract with HCC Life Insurance Liquor License City of Green River to support this service. Following Company explaining that claims have increased. Fol- discussion, the commission concurred to address the lowing discussion, Chairman Wendling entertained Renewal of Restaurant/Club Liquor License contract during the executive session before action a motion to approve the Stop Loss Contract with Commissioner Thoman moved to approve the Log Inn being made on the letter. HCC Life Insurance Company (Pareto) and authorize Restaurant liquor licenses as presented. Commis- the Chairman to sign. Commissioner Schoenfeld so sioner Schoenfeld seconded the motion. The motion Break moved Commissioner Lloyd seconded the motion. The carried. motion carried. Chairman Wendling called for a twelve-minute break. Purple Sage Ventures LLC - Log Inn, Leslie R. Tanner, Request Approval of Contract with State of Wyo- Restaurant Liquor License Action/Presentation Items ming Military Department Concerning VSO Out- reach Services County Malt Beverage License Solid Waste Disposal District No. 1 Board Appoint- Human Resource Director Garry McLean presented Commissioner Lloyd moved to approve the county ment- 3-year term due to expiring terms of Randy the contract with the State of Wyoming Military De- malt beverage licenses as presented. Commissioner Foster and Tim Sheehan partment concerning the VSO Outreach Services. Fol- Schoenfeld seconded the motion. The motion carried. Following discussion, Commissioner Smith moved to lowing discussion, Commissioner Schoenfeld moved appoint Steve O’Brien and Richard Cozad to the Solid to approve the contract as presented and authorize Crossroads Travel Plaza LLC, Kim Brown, County Waste Disposal District No. 1 Board. Commissioner the Chairman to sign. Commissioner Lloyd seconded Malt Beverage License Thoman seconded the motion. The motion carried. the motion. The motion carried. Eaton Investments Inc - Farson Feed Store, Dustin Eaton, County Malt Beverage License Abandoned Vehicle Lot Break Roger D. Varley - Point Merc, Roger D. Varley, County Sheriff Grossnickle and Deputy County Attorney John Malt Beverage License DeLeon presented the request to vacate the aban- Chairman Wendling called for a ten-minute break. Little America Corporation, Diane Burton, County doned vehicle lot. Public Works Director Eric Bing- Malt Beverage License ham was present to address the requirements for a Approval of Public Depositories Mustang Travel Stop LLC, Mandy Slaugh, County conditional use permit for an impound yard. Follow- Treasurer Robb Slaughter presented the application Malt Beverage License ing discussion, Commissioner Smith moved to vacate to be depositories for Sweetwater County public funds the abandoned vehicle lot as requested by Auto Recy- pursuant to W.S. 9-4-818 for 2021 to include Rocky County Retail Liquor License- Club clers and approve the Chairman to sign all necessary Mountain Bank, Uinta Bank, 1st Bank North Side, Commissioner Schoenfeld moved to approve the documentation, but also approve the Chairman to Wells Fargo Bank, State Bank of Green River, Rock County Retail Limited Liquor License. Commissioner negotiate any flexibility in the abandonment date with Springs National Bank, Commerce Bank, and US Thoman seconded the motion. The motion carried. the Liggetts, and to pursue other storage options if Bank. Following discussion, Commissioner Schoen- the Liggetts are not amenable to allowing an extension feld moved to approve the depositories as presented. Rolling Green Country Club Inc, Jackie Legerski, Re- before the County vacates. Commissioner Schoenfeld Commissioner Thoman seconded the motion. The tail Liquor License (Club) seconded the motion. The commission expressed motion carried. their appreciation to the Liggetts. The motion carried. County Resident Concerns County Reserve Discussion Resolution 21-03-CC-01- Authorization of Special Treasurer Robb Slaughter and Accounting Manager Chairman Wendling opened county residents’ con- Prosecutor Bonnie Berry provided a PowerPoint presentation of cerns. Hearing no comments, county resident con- Deputy County Attorney John DeLeon presented the county’s cash reserve history, investments, and cerns were closed. Resolution 21-03-CC-01. Commissioner Schoenfeld addressed setting the reserve limit based on valua- moved to approve Resolution 21-03-CC-01. Com- tions of Sweetwater County. Mr. Slaughter recom- Commissioner Comments/Reports missioner Thoman seconded the motion. The motion mended setting the reserve target between $18-22 carried. million whereas Accounting Manager Bonnie Berry Commissioner Schoenfeld recommended setting the reserve target at $15 mil- Commissioner Schoenfeld provided an update on her Resolution # 21-03-CC-01 lion. The commission expressed their appreciation budget liaison assignments and addressed cash carry- for the work put into the presentation to allow the over. The commission agreed that agencies must Brown Bag Concert Series MOU commission to make informed decisions during the use their cash carry-over as opposed to requesting Public Works Director Gene Legerski presented the budget. funding and not balance the budget on the backs of Brown Bag Concert Series MOU. Commissioner employees. Commissioner Schoenfeld reported on the Lloyd moved to approve the Brown Bag Concert Series Executive Session meetings she attended for the Museum Board and the MOU with the City of Rock Springs and approve the Events Complex. Commissioner Schoenfeld updated Chairman to sign all necessary documentation. Com- Chairman Wendling entertained a motion to enter the commission on SEDC. missioner Thoman seconded the motion. The motion into an executive session for real estate and contracts. carried. Commissioner Schoenfeld so moved. Commissioner Commissioner Lloyd Thoman seconded the motion. The motion carried. Commissioner Lloyd reported on the meeting he at- MOU between SWCO and the SWCO Events Com- tended for the Library Board. Commissioner Lloyd plex for water usage After coming out of the executive session, Chairman shared that he spoke with Human Resource Direc- Public Works Director Gene Legerksi presented the Wendling explained that action was required. tor Garry McLean. Commissioner Lloyd read aloud MOU between Sweetwater County and the Events a report received from Public Works Director Gene Complex for water usage. Following discussion, Com- Commissioner Schoenfeld moved to approve the letter Legerski. Commissioner Lloyd shared the projects missioner Schoenfeld moved to approve the MOU be- regarding ambulance services and to send the letters that Grant Manager Krisena Marchal is working on. tween Sweetwater County and the Sweetwater County to the Rock Springs and Green River City Council. Commissioner Lloyd reported on his intergovern- Events Complex and authorize the Chairman to sign Commissioner Lloyd seconded the motion The motion mental and budget liaisons. Commissioner Lloyd all necessary documentation. Commissioner Thoman carried. Chairman Wendling explained that the build- expressed that constituents should continue to review seconded the motion. The motion carried ing referenced is the Green River Human Services legislative bills. building. Events Complex Use of Park Facilities for Events Commissioner Thoman Discussion Adjourn Commissioner Thoman reported on the tours she Human Resource Director Garry McLean and Public received for Golden Hour Senior Center and the Works Director Gene Legerski presented the request There being no further business to come before the museum. Commissioner Thoman reported on her to schedule outside events using some of the County’s Board this day, the meeting was adjourned subject to intergovernmental and budget liaisons. Commis- existing parks to help generate revenue. Planning & the call of the Chairman at 2:10 p.m. sioner Thoman reported on the meetings she attended Zoning Director Eric Bingham was present to express for the CLG and the Airport Board. Commissioner support. Following discussion, the commission was Chairman Wendling announced that the Board of Thoman shared that she continues to work on Federal in agreement to move forward in the process. County Commissioners will conduct a strategic plan- Projects. Commissioner Thoman expressed that the ning workshop at 1:35 p.m. county has great facilities and wonderful staff. Request Approval to Re-Staff Vacant Position in the Road & Bridge Department This meeting is available on the Sweetwater County Chairman Wendling Human Resource Director Garry McLean and Public youtube channel. Links for specific meetings can be Chairman Wendling shared a letter of appreciation Works Director Gene Legerski presented the request found on the county website. The minutes were re- from Juvenile Probation to the Purchasing Depart- to re-staff a vacant equipment operator in the Road spectfully submitted by Administrative Assistant Sally ment. Chairman Wendling shared that Ashley Na- & Bridge Department. Following discussion, Com- Shoemaker. tional Forest and Sweetwater County Fire Department missioner Thoman moved to approve the position. will assist in deliberation for fire planning on Ashley Commissioner Smith seconded the motion. Follow- THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS National Forest. Chairman Wendling shared that ing further discussion and a roll call vote, the motion OF SWEETWATER COUNTY, WYOMING Sweetwater County is the 3rd of 5 Outdoor Recre- was defeated with Commissioners Lloyd, Smith, and Randal M. Wendling, Chairman ation Council Committees currently in development to Schoenfeld voting in opposition. Roy Lloyd, Member improve outdoor recreation opportunities. Chairman Lauren Schoenfeld, Member Wendling reported on the upcoming intergovernmen- Request Approval to Staff Seasonal Positions in Jeffrey W. Smith, Member tal meeting scheduled for March 3, 2021. Chair- the Parks & Recreation Department Mary Thoman, Member man Wendling explained that the strategic planning Human Resource Director Garry McLean and Public meeting scheduled this afternoon has been canceled. Works Director Gene Legerski presented the request ATTEST: Chairman Wendling addressed a comment he made to staff seasonal Parks & Recreational Laborers with Cynthia L. Lane, County Clerk at a prior meeting and clarified that he is a strong seven seasonal positions. Following discussion, Com- believer in not balancing the budget on the backs of March 18, 2021 11681

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March 3, 2021 solution. tives to create outdoor uses, planning, and projects. Green River, WY Special Purpose Tax 6 Penny Consolidating the Museum The Sweetwater County Intergovernmental Joint Commissioner Lloyd shared that he and Commis- Councilman Hickerson addressed combining the Leadership Group met this day at 5:30 p.m. in a sioner Schoenfeld plan to schedule an organizational city/county museum. Special Session/Workshop with Chairman Wendling meeting within the next few weeks. along with Commissioners Smith and Lloyd present. Items for the Next Meeting The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. Joint Communications Chairman Wendling entertained a motion to suspend Mayor Kaumo expressed that there is nothing new to Request Items to be discussed at the next meet- Roberts Rules of Orders. Commissioner Lloyd so share at this time and is waiting to hear the outcome ing moved. Commissioner Smith seconded the motion. of the legislative bill. The request was made to continue hearing updates The motion carried. from each committee. Discussion ensued relative to Centralized Purchasing learning what bills pass during the legislative session Chairman Wendling did a roll call vote for represen- Councilwoman Bushman addressed that the commit- that will assist everyone in determining what each tation from Green River, Rock Springs, Wamsutter, tee is looking at janitorial supplies for each city/town committee recommends. and Superior. to allow everyone to have the same pricing. Schedule next meeting Committee Updates Fire/Police The next meeting was scheduled for April 7, 2021, at Chairman Wendling expressed that the intergovern- 5:30 p.m. Ambulance mental group has shared that this is too broad of a Commissioner Smith provided an update on ambu- topic to set up a committee at this time. Adjourn lance services and explained that the Sweetwater County Commissioners are no longer able to meet Animal Control There being no further business to come before the the fi nancial requests made and requested a part- Commissioner Lloyd shared that the committee ad- Board this day, the meeting was adjourned subject nership of both the City of Rock Springs and the dressed concerns of ordinances between the cities to the call of the Chairman at 7:02 p.m. City of Green River to help support the service and and county. Commissioner Lloyd explained that they explained that he presented the letters to both cit- are reaching out to verify the cost savings for consoli- This meeting workshop is available on the Sweet- ies. Discussion ensued expressing that ambulance dating. Councilwoman Demas shared that the only water County YouTube Channel. Links for specifi c service is important and all have the same goal in entity interested in consolidating services is the City meetings can be found on the county website. The mind of creating a long-term solution. The two cities of Rock Springs. minutes were respectfully submitted by Administra- expressed concern about only having weeks to fi nd tive Assistant Sally Shoemaker. funding to help subsidize the service. Commissioner Solid Waste/Recycling Smith explained that all parties have been involved Councilman Westenskow & Jost shared that the THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS in the discussion for months and the request should committee addressed that they are identifying what OF SWEETWATER COUNTY, WYOMING not come as a surprise. Sweetwater Medics Steven each community wants in creating a mutual partner- Randal M. Wendling, Chairman Kourbelas was present to answer questions relative ship and continues to review. Roy Lloyd, Member to the 5-year contract, the built-in operational in- Absent crease, and the inability to forecast market increases. Water/Sewer Lauren Schoenfeld, Member Mr. Kourbelas addressed the sustainability of ser- Chairman Wendling expressed that the intergovern- Jeffrey W. Smith, Member vices and the inability to collect on services. Castle mental group has shared that this is too broad of a Absent Rock Hospital District CEO Bailie Dockter shared topic to set up a committee at this time. Mary Thoman, Member that she would like to see a sustainable solution outlining the business strategy Castle Rock currently Recreation has in place and expressed their willingness to as- Mayor Rust shared that a Sweetwater County ATTEST: sist. The Ambulance Committee each expressed the Outdoor Recreational Steering Committee has been Cynthia L. Lane, County Clerk importance of ambulance service and explained that formed and explained that funding/grants have been the committee would continue working on fi nding a made available for areas that want to form collabora- March 18, 2021 11680

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City of Green River, City Council Proceedings for Grant Application to the Department of Homeland GRM INFORMATION MANAGEMENT SERVICES INC February 16, 2021, 7 pm, Virtually through Zoom Security. Council Member Zimmerman moved to $1,620.00; HART’S & FLOWERS $181.50; HON- Meetings, Mayor Pete Rust called the meeting to ratify the submission of the Assistance to Firefight- NEN EQUIPMENT $775.85; IN THE SWIM -$8.19; order. The following Council Members were present: ers Grant application with the Department of Home- INBERG-MILLER ENGINEERS - IME $3,984.21; Gary Killpack, Sherry Bushman, Robert Berg, and land Security, in the amount of $317,772.27 for 48 INFINITY POWER & CONTROLS $376.92; JOINT Jim Zimmerman. Council Members Mike Shutran portable radios for the Green River Fire Department. POWERS WATER BOARD $47,396.00; KAMAN and George Jost were not in attendance. The follow- Council Member Berg seconded, motion carried; INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION ing were present representing the City: City Admin- (D) Consideration to Submit a Staffing for Adequate $80.98; KEN BERGMAN & ASSOCIATES LLC (KBA istrator Reed Clevenger, Director of Finance Chris Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Application SAW) $47.38; LARRY H MILLER SUPERFORD Meats, Director of Human Resources Cari Kragovich, through the Department of Homeland Security for $151.52; LONG BUILDING TECHNOLOGIES INC Communications Administrator Steve Core, Govern- Additional Staffing in the Fire Department. Council $16,327.22; MCKEEHAN, STEVE $108.00; MORCON ment Affairs and Grant Administrator Ryan Rust, Member Zimmerman moved to authorize the Green SPECIALTY INC $376.84; MOUNTAINLAND SUP- Director of Public Works Mark Westenskow, Police River Fire Department to apply for the Staffing for PLY, LLC $420.91; N1 CRITICAL TECHNOLOGIES, Chief Tom Jarvie, Assistant Fire Chief Larry Erdma- Adequate Fire and Emergency Response Grant with INC. $3,520.00; NAPA AUTO PARTS UNLIMITED nn, Director of Parks and Recreation Brad Raney and the Department of Homeland Security’s Assistance $1,058.95; NUTECH SPECIALTIES INC $1,071.19; City Attorney Galen West. Approval of the Agenda: to Firefighters Grant;(E) Consideration to Submit OFFICE DEPOT INC $139.66; OIL CAN $72.55; ONE- Council Member Berg moved to approve the agenda. a Grant Application to the Rocky Mountain Power CALL WYOMING $91.75; O’REILLY AUTO PARTS Council Member Bushman seconded, motion car- Foundation. Council Member Zimmerman moved to $11.57; PACIFIC STEEL RECYCLING $15.89; PACI- ried. Proclamations: Random Acts of Kindness Day. approve the Parks & Recreation Department to sub- FICORP $3,300.00; PEAK SOFTWARE SYSTEMS Presentations: Green River Chamber of Commerce mit a grant application to the Rocky Mountain Power INC $2,832.40; PETERBILT OF WYOMING $312.97; Update. Public Hearings: Liquor License Renewals. Foundation, in the amount of $7,500 for the pur- PETTY CASH $563.88; QUILL CORPORATION Council President Killpack opened the hearing at chase of 42 trees that will be planted in the spring. $463.08; R S REFRIGERATION SUPPLY $546.25; 7:21 pm. There were no comments or concerns pre- Council Member Bushman seconded, motion carried; REAL KLEEN INC $822.75; RED HORSE OIL COM- sented. Council President Killpack closed the hearing (F) Consideration to Submit an Application to the PANY INC $10,258.77; REILLY, CARLA S. $304.00; at 7:22 pm. Board and Committee Appointments: National Park Service – Rivers, Trails and Conserva- ROCKY MOUNTAIN POWER $39,547.30; SCHAEF- (A) Appointment of Amy Cox to the WYDOT Green tion Assistance. Council Member Bushman moved FERS MANUFACTURING COMPANY $880.56; SIX River Urban Systems Advisory Committee. Council to approve the Parks & Recreation Department to STATES DISTRIBUTORS INC $17.89; SOUTH- Member Zimmerman moved to confirm the Mayor’s write and submit the application to the National Park WEST DOORS INC $3,515.00; SST TESTING + INC appointment of Amy Cox to the WYDOT Green River Service – RTCA Program for technical assistance. $563.00; SUNROC CORPORATION $215.30; SWEET- Urban Systems Advisory Committee for a two (2) year Council Member Berg seconded, motion carried; (G) WATER COUNTY CLERK $15,880.27; SWEETWATER term beginning March 1, 2021 and expiring Febru- Consideration to Approve the Liquor License Renew- COUNTY DETENTION CENTER $2,380.00; SWEET- ary 28, 2023. Council Member Berg seconded, mo- als. Council Member Bushman moved to approve the WATER COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT #2 $164.90; tion carried; (B) Appointment of Andy Hooten to the renewal and issuance of the liquor licenses presented SWEETWATER COUNTY SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL WYDOT Green River Urban Systems Advisory Com- for a term beginning April 1, 2021 and ending March DISTRICT #1 $291.70; SWEETWATER PLUMBING mittee. Council Member Berg moved to confirm the 31, 2022. Consent Agenda: Council Member Kill- & HEATING $1,057.45; SWEETWATERNOW, LLC Mayor’s appointment of Andy Hooten to the WYDOT pack moved to approve the following: (A) Approval $400.00; TERMINIX OF WYOMING $42.00; THE RA- Green River Urban Systems Committee for a two (2) of the Certificate of State Grant-In-Aid for the 2021 DIO NETWORK $200.00; THE UPS STORE $59.95; year term beginning March 1, 2021 and expiring Feb- Spaceport Day Event; (B) Approval of the Minutes TURF EQUIPMENT & IRRIGATION -$26.93; US ruary 28, 2023. Council Member Bushman second- for: January 26, 2021 Council Workshop, Janu- BANK $9,952.64; VALLI INFORMATION SYSTEMS ed, motion carried; (C) Appointment of Neal Holcomb ary 26, 2021 Council Workshop, February 2, 2021 $2,095.83; VSP - VISION SERVICE PLAN $1,813.56; to the WYDOT Green River Urban System Advisory Council and February 3, 2021 Special Workshop WEST LAW OFFICE PC $6,500.00; WESTERN Committee. Council Member Bushman moved to with the Sweetwater County Intergovernmental Joint REPORTING $13.00; WHITE MOUNTAIN LUMBER confirm the Mayor’s appointment of Neal Holcomb Leadership Group; (C) Approval of Payment of Bills: & RENTAL $182.04; WINSUPPLY ROCK SPRINGS to the WYDOT Green River Urban Systems Advisory Prepaid Invoices - $208,649.02; Outstanding Invoices WY CO. $361.76; WYOMING DEPARTMENT OF Committee for a two (2) year term beginning March - $230,659.42; Payroll Expenditures - $293,215.28 TRANSPORTATION $121.74; WYOMING FIRST AID 1, 2021 and expiring February 28, 2023. Council and Preauthorization Payments - $1,065,000.00. Ad- & SAFETY SUPPLY, LLC $166.57; WYOMING MA- Member Zimmerman seconded, motion carried; (D) journment: Council Member Berg moved to adjourn CHINERY COMPANY $1,010.71; WYOMING RETIRE- Appointment of Rachel Todd to the WYDOT Green at 7:54 pm. Council Member Zimmerman seconded, MENT SYSTEM $8,029.74; WYOMING TAXPAYERS River Urban Systems Advisory Committee. Council motion carried. /s/ Pete Rust, Mayor Attest: /s/ ASSOCIATION $195.00; YEAGER’S AUTO BODY Member Zimmerman moved to confirm the Mayor’s Chris Meats, City Clerk LLC $10,527.42; AFLAC $2,143.90; AUNG, MYO appointment of Rachel Todd to the WYDOT Green $99.07; BESTGEN, MICHAEL & COLLEEN $56.10; River Urban Systems Advisory Committee for a two City of Green River Bill List CONTINENTAL AMERICAN INSURANCE $120.72; (2) year term beginning March 1, 2021 and expiring 2/16/2021 DANIELS, DAVID & TINA $34.61; EGBERT WA- February 28, 2023. Council Member Berg seconded, NATIONAL CENTER FOR SAFETY INITIATIVES TER SERVICE $1,657.83; GLAUSER, TYSON & motion carried; (E) Reappointment of Mark West- (NCSI) $185.00; AAA SPRING SPECIALISTS CO LINDZEE $81.94; GREAT-WEST TRUST COMPANY enskow to the WYDOT Green River Urban Systems $544.69; AIRGAS USA, LLC $305.75; ALL WEST LLC $3,823.20; GREEN RIVER FIRE DEPART- Advisory Committee. Council Member Berg moved to COMMUNICATIONS $237.80; ALPINE PURE BOT- MENT $8,626.00; GREEN RIVER LITTLE LEAGUE confirm the Mayor’s reappointment of Mark West- TLED WATER $71.50; ALSCO $174.64; ANIMAL $900.00; HARVEST TIME CHURCH OF WYOMING enskow to the WYDOT Green River Urban Systems CLINIC OF GREEN RIVER $270.00; BIG PEE IN- $93.03; HOLBROOK, WALLACE & CYNTHIA $28.92; Advisory Committee for a two (2) year term begin- DUSTIRES INC. $460.00; BOMGAARS SUPPLY INC HOLT, ANABEL $8.87; ICMA RETIREMENT TRUST- ning March 1, 2021 and expiring February 28, 2023. $249.00; BOYS ‘N BERRYS LLC $69.08; BRODY #301264 $3,184.40; INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE Council Actions: (A) Consideration of Award of the CHEMICAL $184.99; CAPITAL BUSINESS SYS- $1,059.67; IRS $81,539.09; KANSAS CITY LIFE Monroe & East Teton Water Project to Lewis & Lewis, TEMS, INC $430.38; CENTURYLINK $1,664.98; INSURANCE COMPANY $545.53; MASER, JESSICA Inc. Council Member Zimmerman moved to award CIRCUIT COURT - GREEN RIVER $.01; CUM- & MITCH $52.34; MCNITT, KEEGAN & KRISTINA the Monroe & East Teton Water Project to Lewis & MINS ROCKY MOUNTAIN LLC $1,299.50; DIA- BOWLES $52.60; NCPERS GROUP LIFE INSUR- Lewis, Inc., in the amount of $404,880.51 per the MOND VOGEL PAINTS $49.26; DJ’S GLASS PLUS ANCE $688.00; New York Life Insurance Company Bid and authorize the Mayor sign the agreement. $200.00; DOMINION ENERGY $12,622.64; DRIV- $527.48; NOYES, TOMI & CHRISTIAN $56.05; Council Member Bushman seconded, motion car- ERS LICENSE GUIDE COMPANY-I.D. CHECKING OBRIEN, STEVE & GLENDA $10.41; RELIANCE ried; (B) Consideration to Award of Materials Testing GUIDE $47.00; ENERGY LABORATORIES INC STANDARD LIFE INSURANCE $184.50; RILEY, Contract for the Monroe & East Teton Water Project $442.00; F.B. MCFADDEN WHOLESALE COM- TEDDI & KRIS $5.55; THOMPSON, LYN & ALAN to Inberg Miller Engineers. Council Member Killpack PANY $1,175.46; FALCON ENVIRONMENTAL COR- SMOCK $56.50; TURNER, BRANDON & TIFFANY moved to award a Professional Services Contract to PORATION AT LONGMONT $122.66; FASTENAL $5.46; UNITED WAY OF SWEETWATER COUNTY Inberg Miller Engineers for construction materials COMPANY $243.86; FIRST CHOICE FORD $8.18; $2,559.40; WEBT - WYOMING EDUCATORS’ BEN- testing services for the Monroe & East Teton Water FLEETPRIDE $30.63; FREMONT MOTOR ROCK EFIT TRUST $2,445.61; WYOMING CHILD SUPPORT Project, in the amount of $5,800 and authorize the SPRINGS $538.20; FREMONT THERAPY GROUP, ENFORCEMENT $914.29; WYOMING RETIREMENT Mayor to sign the contract. Council Member Berg LLC $1,200.00; GRAINGER $513.20; GREEN RIVER SYSTEM $97,087.95 seconded, motion carried; (C) Consideration to Ratify ACE HARDWARE $1,081.81; GREEN RIVER CHAM- the Submission of an Assistance to Firefighters (AFG) BER $127.00; GREEN RIVER STAR $2,727.00; March 18, 2021 11682

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Bridger Valley Electric Association your local electric STUDIO - $500/month, 2 BEDROOM, 1 1/2 MOUNTAIN WEST FIND PUBLIC NOTICES cooperative headquartered in Mountain View Wyo- all utilities included. BATH townhouse in STORAGE. NEW STOR- at: www.wyopublic- ming will be hiring an Apprentice Lineman. Require- 2 BEDROOM, 1 BATH G.R. with garage, $850/ AGE FACILITY located notices.com. Provided ments Candidates must live within a 30 mile radius of apartments available. month. No smoking or on the west side of Home ONLINE, FREE by your our offi ce in Urie, have a High School Diploma or equiva- Some pets allowed and pets. 755 River View Dr. Depot. Indoor and Out- local newspaper. Be lent, Electrical Lineman School or training preferred some with fenced yards. Call 307-389-6165. door storage. Fenced, informed about govern- but not required. Candidates will be required to pass a physical and drug screen. Candidates will be required to Call 307-870-7276. <|| paved, controlled 24- ment minutes, salaries, obtain a Class A CDL license within the fi rst six months <03/31|| ______hour access. Video spending, bids, taxes, of employment. Apprentice Lineman Overview The ______2 & 3 BEDROOM TOWN- surveillance and on-line foreclosures, hearings, Apprentice Lineman is an employee who is in training NICE, VERY CLEAN 2 HOMES, 1 1/2 bath, billing. 382-STOR (7867). schools, assessments, to become a Journeyman Lineman. As an Apprentice & 3 - BEDROOM town- fenced yard. Some pets <|| budgets, and more! Lineman, you will assist the Journeyman Lineman to houses. Some pets allowed.Available now! ______<|| construct, maintain and repair coop high voltage trans- allowed. Call 875-9833. Call 307-870-7276. IN GREEN RIVER, 12x24 ______mission, and distribution lines, both overhead and un- <|| <03/31|| storage space, $100/ SURRENDER TO WIN derground while utilizing line trucks, aerial boom trucks, ______month. Call 307-389- Group of Narcotics digger derricks, and excavation equipment. Expecta- tions An Apprentice Lineman will train for a Journey- TWO BEDROOM apart- 6165. <|| Anonymous. For Rent man Lineman position through on-the-job training and ments, all utilities paid, 350 Mansface Street. textbook training. Ability to lift in excess of 75 pounds in Green River. Available Services Meets Thursday and with both hands, and pushing and pulling in excess immediately, (307) 354- EXTENDED STAY MO- Sunday at 7 p.m. of 100 pounds of exertion and force. Job duties often 8519. TEL SUITES in Green <|| require sustained work while climbing wood poles at <|| River now available. REACH THOUSANDS OF ______heights of 80 feet in awkward positons including bending ______Monthly rates. No pets. READERS with a single KNOW WHAT YOUR and twisting at the waist and neck; reaching forward, to 2 BEDROOM, 1 1/2 No smoking. Call 870- classifi ed ad when it is GOVERNMENT IS UP the side, across the body and overhead. This job requires bath in Green River. 4361 or 870-5809. placed in WYCAN (Wyo- TO! For all kinds of working in inclement weather. Apprentice Lineman must be willing and available to respond to “after hours” emer- $700/month, pets ne- <03/18|| ming Classifi ed Ad Net- important information in gencies and work when called upon. This is required and gotiable, no smoking, all work). Sell, buy, promote public notices printed in not optional. Apprentice Lineman must be courteous utilities included. Call your services - only $150 Wyoming’s newspapers, and effi cient when working with members of the public. (no texting) 307-389- FOR 25 WORDS. Contact visit: www.wyopublic- Salary Apprentice Lineman salary range of $22.00 to 4039. <|| this newspaper or the notices.com or www. $27.00 dollars per hour. Medical benefi ts, 401K, and Life ______Wyoming Press Associa- publicnoticeads.com/ Insurance included. Job is open until fi lled. You may tion (307.635.3905) for wy. Government meet- pick up applications at our Urie offi ce. Send applications details. YOU CAN SAY A ings, spending, bids and and a resume Bridger Valley Electric Association C/O Andy Hewitt Box 399 Mountain View, Wyoming 82939 or LOT IN 25 WORDS! <|| more! <|| Apartments Apartments Email to [email protected] or Fax to 307-786-4362. For Sale Misc. Auction Auction SAUCE, CANDY, crack- 4G LTE Home Inter- ers, pretzels, oil, honey, net Now Available! Get mustard. PRODUCED GotW3 with lightning IN WYOMING in small fast speeds plus take batches. The #1 produc- your service with you er of hot stuff in Wyo- when you travel! As low AUCTION: ming! www.hottamn. as $109.99/mo! 888- Annual Spring Consignment Auction com 420-9503. SATURDAY. APRIL 10TH AT 9 A.M. <03/31|| <03/18|| ______2368 S. 1500 E. (Hwy. 40) in Vernal Utah. 2000 TAURUS, 120k Rent based on income. Clean and well maintained. miles, runs great, $1500. Equipment of all kinds, Many Vehicles, Semi’s, Many amenities and pet-friendly. WHIRLPOOL, stainless Trailers, Campers, Boats, ATV’s, Dirt Bikes, glass top range, like new, Motorcycles, Side by Sides, Pipe, Generators, $500. Call 307-871- Air Compressors, Tires, Tools, Guns, Ammo, 4568. <03/18|| Saddles, Tack, Lawn and Garden items, Furniture, Auction and much, much more. For More Information or to consign to this AUCTION: auction, please call ZJ Auction Service Inc. at Annual Spring 435-828-7424 or go to www.zjauction.com Consignment Auction Saturday, April 10th APARTMENTS FOR RENT at 9 a.m. January and February • Elevator - 2 Level Complex • Full Kitchen in every 2368 S. 1500 E. (Hwy. Notices Notices Notices • Beauty Shop Apartment 40) in Vernal Utah. Application fees waived! 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<04/07|| 150 COMMANCHE CIRCLE, GREEN RIVER Tastefully decorated, immaculate and extremely well maintained home on private cul-de-sac. e private Large pie shaped lot (10,043sf) is large enough to add a shop in back. the yard is nicely landscaped, fully fenced and has automatic sprinkler system. No back neighbors! eir are 4 bedrooms and 3 baths. e master bedroom features a private bath with walk in shower and his and hers closets. e country kitchen has been updated with solid surface Do it all with a counters and all the appliances will stay with the sale. e kitchen also features a breakfast nook and pantry. If you 25-word state- enjoy entertaining their is a formal dining room for larger wide classifi ed ad dinner parties! Both the downstairs family room and the spacious formal living room have fi replaces. Don’t miss for only this home, its one of a kind! $150. Call Debbie Gibbs 307-389-2490 or Erin Terrill Contact this newspaper 307-389-3925 at Brokerage Southwest to take a look!!! for details on the WY-CAN program.