2026-09-15 Regular Meeting of the Sweetwater County Board of County Commissioners

The Sweetwater County Board of County Commissioners held their regular meeting on September 15, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key procurement actions included approval of a $7,000 budget amendment within the Clerk of District Court's FY27 budget to replace scanners, and a zoning map amendment of approximately 640 acres from agricultural to heavy industrial to facilitate future industrial development. The board also approved two resolutions submitting no objection to local simal casting permit renewal applications for Wyoming Downs LLC and 307 Horse Racing LLC (Derby Club) in Rock Springs. Additionally, the board discussed and approved the Sweetwater County Health Insurance COBRA rates including a 2% administrative fee for 2027. A significant agenda item was the discussion of a potential cost of living adjustment (COLA) for county employees, with options for 1%, 2%, or 3% increases, including considerations for retroactive pay and component units. The board agreed to revisit the COLA decision at the next meeting with further analysis. Other procurement-related items included approval of a highway safety grant subaward agreement of $11,513.51 from the Wyoming Department of Transportation for occupant protection programs. The meeting concluded with the board entering and exiting executive session for personnel matters and approving an agreement between Sweetwater County and the Sheriff's Office.