CASPER, Wyo. — The City of Casper operates under the city manager–city council form of government as opposed to a mayoral–city council form of government. The positions of Casper mayor and vice mayor are therefore largely symbolic, and the mayor and vice mayor don’t formally hold additional authority beyond the power held by the other […]
Brendan LaChance
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Study kicks off: Electric bus options exist, but range could be issue for Casper’s fleet
CASPER, Wyo. — On Tuesday, a consulting firm that is conducting a study for the Casper Area Metropolitan Planning Organization exploring the feasibility of converting the Casper Area Transit bus fleet to low- or zero-tailpipe-emission vehicles delivered a presentation to the Casper City Council. Rob Mowat and Tyler Hopkins with HDR Engineering told the City […]
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Casper to seek bids to add new backup power generator at Metro Animal Shelter
CASPER, Wyo. — On Tuesday, the Casper City Council indicated its support for a staff recommendation that the City of Casper pursue adding a new backup power generator at the Metro Animal Shelter. The facility was built in 1984 and has seen some power failure issues in recent years, including a failure that impacted heating […]
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(VIDEO) Casper City Council to talk electric buses, mayoral selection process, Metro Animal Shelter and more Tuesday
CASPER, Wyo. — During its work session Tuesday, the Casper City Council will hear a presentation about a study exploring the electrification of Casper Area Transit buses. The Casper Area Metropolitan Planning Organization contracted HDR Engineering to conduct the bus fleet conversion study, and the firm is expected to provide some preliminary information to the […]
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NCSD able to secure five new bus drivers to help ease shortage in wake of starting wage hike
CASPER, Wyo. — A shortage of bus drivers has been impacting the Natrona County School District’s ability to offer transportation to some activities and field trips. While issues persist, the school district has been undertaking some efforts to ease the shortage of bus drivers, NCSD Executive Director of District Services Steve Ellbogen told the NCSD […]
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Gillette company selected for ~$185K Kelly Walsh High School dust collector project
CASPER, Wyo. — On Monday, the Natrona County School District Board of Trustees awarded a contract to Gillette-based WMS Inc. for a Kelly Walsh High School career and technical education dust collector project. WMS Inc. submitted a $184,500 bid to the school district for the project, according to a memo from Superintendent Mike Jennings. That […]
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Casper-based HiTek selected to replace Oregon Trail intercom for ~$85K
CASPER, Wyo. — On Monday, the Natrona County School District Board of Trustees awarded a contract to Casper-based HiTek Communications Inc. to replace the intercom system at Oregon Trail Elementary School. HiTek’s $84,973 bid was the lower of two received by the school district, according to a memo from Superintendent Mike Jennings. The other bid […]
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Natrona Schools choose ISCO Inc. for ~$243K tennis facility parking lot repair project
CASPER, Wyo. — On Monday, the Natrona County School District Board of Trustees awarded a contract for parking lot repairs at the NCSD tennis facility to Mills-based ISCO Inc. ISCO’s $242,970 bid for the project was the lowest of six bids the school district received for the project, according to a memo from NCSD Superintendent […]
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Casper Kiwanis Club donating alligator-themed book to every Natrona kindergartner
CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper Kiwanis Club is offering a donation of an alligator-themed book to every kindergarten student within the Natrona County School District. The Kiwanis Club donation would allow the school district to distribute a copy of “If You Ever Want to Bring an Alligator to School, Don’t!” by Elise Parsley to every […]
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Parent donates $5K to help pay off Natrona student lunch debt
CASPER, Wyo. — A parent within the Natrona County School District is donating $5,000 to help pay outstanding student lunch debt. Parent Charles Bowkey is offering the donation to the school district, according to a memo from NCSD Superintendent Mike Jennings. The NCSD Board of Trustees will be asked to consider formally authorizing acceptance of […]
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Casper vice mayor: ‘Please shovel your walks if you are able to physically’
CASPER, Wyo. — With snow falling in the Casper area, Vice Mayor Ray Pacheco took time during the regular City Council meeting Tuesday to ask people to shovel their walks. “Please shovel your walks if you are able to physically,” Pacheco said. “If you need help, ask a neighbor.” Clear sidewalks are important to a […]
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City Council approves safety plan needed for Casper to receive federal, WYDOT bus transit system support
CASPER, Wyo. — On Tuesday, the Casper City Council voted to adopt a Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan for bus transit operation in the Casper urbanized area. The city receives money from the Federal Transit Administration and the Wyoming Department of Transportation for the public transit services it provides. “As an operator of a public […]
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City of Casper to see $129K under settlement related to Fire Station No. 3 roof project
CASPER, Wyo. — On Tuesday, the Casper City Council gave its formal approval for the City of Casper to enter a settlement agreement with Wyoming Roofing LLC and the Westchester Fire Insurance Co. The settlement agreement is related to a Fire Station No. 3 roof replacement project, a memo from Deputy City Attorney Wallace Trembath […]
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City of Casper selects Treto Construction for ~$178K Solid Waste stormwater improvements project
CASPER, Wyo. — On Tuesday, the Casper City Council authorized an agreement between the City of Casper and Treto Construction LLC for a stormwater improvements project at the Solid Waste facility. The project will include the widening of Langston Lane and improvements to things like weirs, sumps, stormwater pipes and catch basins, a City of […]
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Casper applying for $1.86M loan to cash flow Aquatic Center roof repair project
CASPER, Wyo. — On Tuesday, the Casper City Council formally authorized the City of Casper to apply for a $1,864,000 loan from the Wyoming State Land and Investment Board. The SLIB Capital Construction Loan would be used to cash flow a project to repair the roof decking at the Casper Family Aquatic Center. The city […]
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City Council OK’s land transfer agreement for new Casper-Natrona County Health Center
CASPER, Wyo. — On Tuesday, the Casper City Council gave its approval of an agreement between the City of Casper and Natrona County that will initiate the process for the transfer of land to facilitate the construction of a new Casper-Natrona County Health Center. The city is planning to transfer about 8 acres of land […]
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Casper Spuds secures special malt beverage permit to sell beer at Mike Lansing
CASPER, Wyo. — When the Casper Spuds summer collegiate baseball team kicks off its first season at Mike Lansing Field this May, the club will be allowed to sell malt beverages to fans at the stadium. That is after the City Council approved of Spuds Baseball Club LLC’s request for a new special malt beverage […]
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Casper City Council authorizes liquor license renewals for all businesses requesting another year
CASPER, Wyo. — On Tuesday, the Casper City Council held its annual public hearing to consider whether to renew liquor licenses for establishments across the community for another year. The City Council authorized the renewal of all liquor licenses for establishments that requested renewal on a vote of 8–0. The renewed licenses will be effective […]
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(VIDEO) City Council considering Casper-Natrona Health Center land transfer, liquor license renewals and more
CASPER, Wyo. — On Tuesday, the Casper City Council will consider authorizing an agreement between the City of Casper and Natrona County for the transfer of land to facilitate the construction of a new Casper-Natrona County Health Department facility. The City of Casper is planning to transfer about eight acres of land at the northeast […]
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City exploring ways to increase revenues at Casper Municipal Golf Course
CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper Municipal Golf Course is unlike most recreation facilities the City of Casper operates in that its revenues typically exceed operating expenses on an annual basis. While revenues are sufficient for the Casper Municipal Golf Course to operate without requiring an operational subsidy from the General Fund, City Manager Carter Napier […]
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Casper mayor calls for zero tolerance for selling to minors, says he doesn’t drive after drinking anymore
CASPER, Wyo. — On Tuesday, the Casper City Council talked about its annual liquor license renewal process. City Manager Carter Napier, City Clerk Fleur Tremel and Deputy Police Chief Shane Chaney all told the City Council that they didn’t see any significant enough issue that would warrant a recommendation against renewing any business’s liquor license. […]
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City Council OK with idea of loan to cash flow Casper Family Aquatic Center roof repairs
CASPER, Wyo. — On Tuesday, the Casper City Council indicated its approval of a staff recommendation to apply for a loan to help cash flow a project to repair the roof deck at the Casper Family Aquatic Center. Corrosion of the steel roof deck at the Aquatic Center was evaluated in 2022. “A final report […]
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(VIDEO) Casper City Council to consider loan to cash flow Aquatic Center repairs, annual liquor license renewals and more
CASPER, Wyo. — During its work session on Tuesday, the Casper City Council will discuss a staff proposal to apply for a loan to help fund repairs to the roof deck at the Casper Family Aquatic Center. Staff are recommending the City of Casper apply for a capital construction loan from the State Loan and […]
