City of Casper | June 16th | City Council Meeting

The City of Casper, Wyoming City Council held a regular meeting on June 16, 2026, which included several procurement-related discussions primarily focused on local regulatory and budgetary matters. The council approved the fiscal year 2027 budget and established a public hearing date for a subdivision zone change. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to discussing a temporary moratorium on new simulated gaming establishments, particularly in the downtown Old Yellowstone district. The moratorium aims to allow time for thoughtful planning and zoning considerations related to gaming facilities, including impacts on parking, community character, and public health. Representatives from Bally's and the Casper Downtown Development Authority provided input, with Bally's expressing concerns about potential market restrictions and the DDA supporting the moratorium to protect downtown investments. The council voted to advance the moratorium for a second reading, emphasizing that existing businesses would not be affected and that the moratorium is a temporary measure to develop a regulatory framework. Other topics included updates on local events, infrastructure projects, and community activities. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn into an executive session to discuss attorney-client privilege matters.