City of Casper |September 22nd, 2026 | City Council Work Session

The City of Casper City Council held a work session on September 22, 2026, focusing extensively on budget amendments, capital projects, and grant applications. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of budget rollovers for ongoing multi-year projects totaling over $14 million, with significant allocations for capital reserves, waterline projects, landfill remediation, and the Metro Animal Shelter rebuild. The council also reviewed and approved grant applications, including a $4.25 million National Park Service Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Grant for Crossroads Park improvements and a $250,000 federal grant for regional emergency response equipment. Additionally, the council discussed local regulations and permitting processes for gaming establishments, considering zoning changes and operational controls to balance business interests and community impacts. A motion to prohibit gaming in the downtown C3 district was supported, with further public input planned. The session also included approval to donate two aging fire trucks to Casper College's fire science program, supporting community training. Overall, the meeting involved multiple contract and budget approvals, grant submissions, and policy discussions affecting future procurement and capital improvements in Casper.