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Council Discusses Storage Shed Legality, Community Projects, and Veteran Support
Council members discussed various community updates and committee reports. Council Member Brants inquired about the legality of constructing a storage shed on a skid in a parking space in front of his house. The Chief of Police indicated it would likely not be permissible if placed in the public right-of-way. Other discussions included updates on the Sheridan Economic Education Development Authority (CETA), Northeast Wyoming Association (NEWAY), Critical Air Service Team (CAS), and Sheridan Area Water Systems (SAWS). Council Member Brants also raised concerns about shipping containers being placed on curbs for extended periods. Council Member SPAC reported on the Iron Rider Sculpture project, narrowing down sculptors to four finalists, and on the Goose Creek Cup fundraiser. Council Member Potzig invited attendees to visit the Museum of the Bighorns' new exhibit on All-American Indian Days.
FY27 Master Fee Schedule Approved, Emphasizing Cost Recovery for Individualized Services
The City Council approved the fiscal year 2027 master fee schedule. City Clerk Ashley Foster explained that the schedule aims to align fees with each fiscal year, even if unchanged, for annual affirmation. The strategic focus is not on revenue generation but on cost recovery, where fees collected offset the costs of individualized services provided by the city. General public services are funded by taxpayers, while individualized services detailed in the master fee schedule benefit specific businesses or organizations. The schedule includes fees for landfill disposal, permit reviews, public records requests, special events (including a $100 late fee), planning and zoning, and signed permits. Fees for barricade non-compliance were also discussed. Enterprise funds, utility, and golf fees will continue to be approved via resolution but referenced in the master fee schedule. Fingerprinting services are now fee-based. The council voted to approve the schedule, with the understanding that previous resolutions outlining fees will be marked as revoked and point to the master fee schedule.
Ordinance 2301-26 on Fee Structure Cleans Up City Code
The City Council held the third and final reading of Ordinance 2301-26, an administrative cleanup ordinance related to fees within the city code. City Clerk Ashley Foster presented the ordinance, noting there were no changes since the previous reading. The ordinance aims to structure new fees in the master fee schedule without forcing the approval of the master fee schedule itself. The ordinance passed with all council members and the Mayor voting aye.
Sheridan Proclaims DAV Day and Supports Forget-Me-Not Fundraiser
The City of Sheridan recognized Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Day on July 10th, 2026, and supported the DAV's annual Forget-Me-Not fundraiser. The event aims to raise funds for local disabled veterans and their families. Commander Ross of Sheridan DAV Chapter 9 and Junior Vice Commander Dean Hall were present. The fundraiser will be held at Grinnell Plaza where it meets Maine, coinciding with the Forta Rodeo parade. Donations are voluntary, with no set amount required.
Sheridan Adopts Special Events Policy to Streamline Permitting and Ensure Safety
The City Council adopted the City of Sheridan Special Events Policy, aiming to create a consistent and understandable process for applicants and staff. The policy focuses on regulating event impacts, not popularity or purpose, and provides staff with discretion within a consistent framework. It outlines a process for determining permit needs, submitting applications online, and the review and approval stages, including potential conditions or denial. Key elements include a proposed 60-day deadline for events with alcohol and 21 days without, with a late fee for submissions within this window. Insurance requirements were reaffirmed, mandating liquor liability, damage to rented premises, and requiring the city to be listed as an additional insured on policies for events on city-owned property or public rights-of-way. Public outreach included emails to past permit applicants and posting the draft online. Implementation is scheduled for September 1st, with a six-month review in March 2027.
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