October 20th, 2026, Laramie, Wyoming - City Government Live Stream

The Laramie City Council meeting was held October 20, 2026 (the meeting metadata lists October 21 UTC). Council unanimously approved three procurement awards: a Wyoming Machinery Company replacement backhoe with trade-in, not to exceed $145,745.43; a Kois Brothers lead-and-copper hydro-excavation truck, not to exceed $637,110; and an East Playground replacement at Labonte Park awarded to Start Playgrounds for $280,000 after six bids. The playground had approximately $300,000 budgeted, with the remaining funds intended for another playground project. Staff said city vehicle replacements are planned through lifecycle and cost analysis, and the new hydro-excavation truck will support identification of lead and copper service-line connectors. The council also approved the Gem City Apartments preliminary plat for a proposed 58-unit independent senior housing development, with low-income housing tax credits identified as part of the project’s financing.

Council unanimously approved a 25-year natural gas franchise agreement with Black Hills Energy on introduction and first reading. The agreement updates coordination and planning for work in public rights-of-way; discussion noted the existing franchise-tax rate would remain unchanged and that five-year review opportunities are included. Council also passed code and zoning measures, including metal-siding design standards and rezoning 42 parcels near Labonte Park from R2 to R3; staff clarified that the park itself is not proposed for development. The meeting included discussion of outdoor-storage standards and open-container rules, but no other procurement awards were identified.