Bridger Valley Pioneer
Updated: 1 week ago / Posted May 26, 2023
TOWN OF LYMAN WYOMING
Minutes of the Business Meeting held May 4, 2023
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Hooton, present was Councilmember's Gregg Moretti, Jimmy Bramlett, Bronson Berg and Eric Quinney
Police Chief Kathy Adams
Clerk Lisa Bradshaw
Public Works Director Jared Crane
Councilman Moretti made a motion to approve the agenda as amended, second by Councilman Bramlett, motion carried unanimously.
Councilman Quinney made a motion to approve the minutes of the April 20, 2023 Business Meeting and Work Session, second by Councilman Moretti, motion carried unanimously.
Councilman Berg made a motion to approve Ordinance No. 2023-01 AN ORDINANCE ENTITLED "ANNUAL APPROPRIATION BILL FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2024 on the first reading, second by Councilman Moretti, motion carried unanimously.
Councilman Bramlett made a motion to approve Purchase Order 2023-03 for a welder and generator, second by Councilman Moretti, motion carried unanimously.
Councilman Quinney made a motion to approve Purchase Order 2023-04 for a sweeper attachment up to $8,000.00, second by Councilman Berg, motion carried unanimously.
Councilman Bramlett made a motion to approve the following bills: Bradshaw Home & Glass – tires $212.00, Brenntag – chemicals $2,031.06, BVEA – utilities $9,614.35, BJJP water purchased $26,091.56, Chemtech-Ford – samples $344.00, Codale Electric – supplies $123.80, Cook Brothers – advertising $186.00, Crime Victims – crime victims fund $150.00, Empower Trust – 457 retirement $2,100.00, Wyoming Worker's Compensation – worker comp. $862.60, Fluid Control Company – supplies/filters $11,349.18, Harris Law Office – judge contract $1,200.00, The Hartford – insurance $277.75, Reladyne West – diesel/gas $4,682.56, Uinta County Library – contract service $1,500.00, Mountainland Supply – supplies $2,342.72, Peterson Legal Services – attorney contract $3,000.00, Postmaster –postage for utilities bills $306.41, Dominion Energy – utilities $4,969.22, Tamera Lopez – contract labor $100.00, USA Bluebook – supplies $363.95, Union Telephone – phone service $1,181.60, WAM – convention registration fees $225.00, Wells Fargo Financial – copier lease $139.00, Westar Printing – sticker for PD $225.00, Wyoming Retirement – retirement $8,407.85, Norma Russ – water deposit refund $85.41, Wyoming Department of Agriculture – splash pad license $50.00, Rebecca Burkett – partial bail refund $280.00, second by Councilman Moretti, motion carried unanimously.
Councilman Berg made a motion to adjourn into Executive Session for personnel, second by Councilman Quinney, motion carried unanimously.
Lisa Bradshaw, Clerk
Shane Hooton, Mayor
PUBLISHED: May 26, 2023 23083
INVITATION TO BID
Town of Mountain View
405 N. Highway 414
P.O. Box 249
Mountain View, WY 82939
Separate sealed BIDS for the construction of the Commercial Drive Extension Project will be received by the Town of Mountain View, Wyoming at the office of Town Hall until 4:00 p.m. local time May 31st, 2023 and then at said office publicly opened and read aloud.
The CONTRACT DOCUMENTS may be examined at the following locations:
Town of Mountain View
405 N. Highway 414
Mountain View, WY 82939
Phone: (307) 782-3100
The Project consists of the following work: Install 8" water pipe with associated fittings and valves. Construct the roadway extension with pit run, crushed base, and asphalt.
Copies of the CONTRACT DOCUMENTS may be obtained via ftp download. An Email will be provided by Jacob Porter, Public Works Director, after registering on the plan holders list.
Each BIDDER will be required to submit, with his proposal, a certified check, or Bid Bond made payable without condition to the Town of Mountain View in the amount of not less than five percent (5%) of the BIDDER's maximum Bid Price as guarantee that such BIDDER will enter into a contract within fifteen (15) days after the date of the OWNER's Notice of Award.
No pre-bid will be scheduled. If a site visit is desired, please contact Jacob Porter, Public Works Director. Bidders are encouraged to visit site to ensure full understanding.
Preference will be given to resident Wyoming Contractors in the amount of five percent (5%) of the low bid in accordance with Wyoming Statute 16-6-101, et. seq.
Town of Mountain View reserves the right to reject any or all bids or any part of any bid, to waive any formality in any bid, as its best interest may appear.
Contractors are encouraged to visit the site prior to submitting bids.
Jacob Porter, Director of Public Works
PUBLISHED: May 19, 26, 2023 23077
TOWN OF LYMAN WYOMING
Minutes of the Business Meeting held May 4, 2023
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Hooton, present was Councilmember's Gregg Moretti, Jimmy Bramlett, Bronson Berg and Eric Quinney
Police Chief Kathy Adams
Clerk Lisa Bradshaw
Public Works Director Jared Crane
Councilman Moretti made a motion to approve the agenda as amended, second by Councilman Bramlett, motion carried unanimously.
Councilman Quinney made a motion to approve the minutes of the April 20, 2023 Business Meeting and Work Session, second by Councilman Moretti, motion carried unanimously.
Councilman Berg made a motion to approve Ordinance No. 2023-01 AN ORDINANCE ENTITLED "ANNUAL APPROPRIATION BILL FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2024 on the first reading, second by Councilman Moretti, motion carried unanimously.
Councilman Bramlett made a motion to approve Purchase Order 2023-03 for a welder and generator, second by Councilman Moretti, motion carried unanimously.
Councilman Quinney made a motion to approve Purchase Order 2023-04 for a sweeper attachment up to $8,000.00, second by Councilman Berg, motion carried unanimously.
Councilman Bramlett made a motion to approve the following bills: Bradshaw Home & Glass – tires $212.00, Brenntag – chemicals $2,031.06, BVEA – utilities $9,614.35, BJJP water purchased $26,091.56, Chemtech-Ford – samples $344.00, Codale Electric – supplies $123.80, Cook Brothers – advertising $186.00, Crime Victims – crime victims fund $150.00, Empower Trust – 457 retirement $2,100.00, Wyoming Worker's Compensation – worker comp. $862.60, Fluid Control Company – supplies/filters $11,349.18, Harris Law Office – judge contract $1,200.00, The Hartford – insurance $277.75, Reladyne West – diesel/gas $4,682.56, Uinta County Library – contract service $1,500.00, Mountainland Supply – supplies $2,342.72, Peterson Legal Services – attorney contract $3,000.00, Postmaster –postage for utilities bills $306.41, Dominion Energy – utilities $4,969.22, Tamera Lopez – contract labor $100.00, USA Bluebook – supplies $363.95, Union Telephone – phone service $1,181.60, WAM – convention registration fees $225.00, Wells Fargo Financial – copier lease $139.00, Westar Printing – sticker for PD $225.00, Wyoming Retirement – retirement $8,407.85, Norma Russ – water deposit refund $85.41, Wyoming Department of Agriculture – splash pad license $50.00, Rebecca Burkett – partial bail refund $280.00, second by Councilman Moretti, motion carried unanimously.
Councilman Berg made a motion to adjourn into Executive Session for personnel, second by Councilman Quinney, motion carried unanimously.
Lisa Bradshaw, Clerk
Shane Hooton, Mayor
PUBLISHED: May 26, 2023 23083
INVITATION TO BID
Uinta County School District 4 will be accepting sealed bids for pasture rental of approximately seven (7) acres located at 436 W. Main Street in Fort Bridger, Wyoming (Old Fort Bridger Elementary School). Occupancy can begin on June 7, 2023, and will end no later than October 1, 2023. Any questions can be directed to the District Office at 307-782-3377. Bids must be sealed and clearly marked "Pasture Rental" and submitted to the Uinta County School District 4 District Office, 129 W. 2nd Street, PO Box 130, Mountain View, WY 82939, no later than 10:00 AM on June 2, 2023. The Board of Trustees of School District 4, Uinta County, Wyoming, reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive minor technicalities as may be deemed as the best interest of the Board.
Order of: Jeffrey M. Newton, Superintendent, Uinta County School District No. Four
PUBLISHED: May 26, 2023 23079
NOTICE OF RESCHEDULED
BOARD MEETING
Notice is hereby given that, due to various scheduling conflicts, the June 2023 regularly-scheduled meeting of the Board of Trustees for Uinta County School District has been rescheduled to Tuesday, June 6, 2023. The meeting will be held at 7:00 p.m. in the Board Room at the Central Office building, located at 129 W. 2nd Street, Mountain View, Wyoming, and is open to the public.
/s/ Kelly Q. Carpenter
Chairman, Board of Trustees
Uinta County School District No. Four
PUBLISHED: May 26, 2023 23081
ACCEPTING PROPOSALS
The Town of Lyman is accepting proposals for professional IT services. A copy of the RFP is available at the Clerk's Office, 100 E. Sage Street, Lyman. All proposals must be returned by June 8, 2023, 4:00 p.m.
PUBLISHED: May 26, 2023 23084
2022 Annual Water Quality Report Town of Lyman
PWS WY5600033
Spanish (Espanol)
Este infonne contiene informacion muy importante sabre la calidad de su agua beber. Traduscalo o hable con alguien que lo entienda bien.
Is my water safe?
We are pleased to present this year's Annual Water Quality Report (Consumer Confidence Report) as required by the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA). This report is designed to provide details about where your water comes from, what it contains, and how it compares to standards set by regulatory agencies. This report is a snapshot of last year's water quality. We are committed to providing you with information because informed customers are our best allies.
Do I need to take special precautions?
Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population. Immuno-compromised persons such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS or other immune system disorders, some elderly, and infants can be particularly at risk from infections. These people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers. EPA/Centers for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by Cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants are available from the Safe Water Drinking Hotline (800-426-4791).
Where does my water come from?
Our water source consists of surface water drawn from Smith's Fork and the Blackfork River supplied by Bridger Valley Joint Powers and one groundwater spring. The Water Quality Data Table in this report shows water quality results from both the groundwater spring and the water supplied by Bridger Valley JPB.
Source water assessment and its availability
Our source water assessment is available at the Lyman Town Hall.
Why are there contaminants in my drinking water?
Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that water poses a health risk. More information about contaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-4791). The sources of drinking water (both tap water and bottled water) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs, and wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally occurring minerals and, in some cases, radioactive material, and can pick up substances resulting from the presence of animals or from human activity: microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, that may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural livestock operations, and wildlife; inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can be naturally occurring or result from urban stormwater runoff, industrial, or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, mining, or farming; pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of sources such as agriculture, urban stormwater runoff, and residential uses; organic Chemical Contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are by-products of industrial processes and petroleum production, and can also come from gas stations, urban stormwater runoff, and septic systems; and radioactive contaminants, which can be naturally occurring or be the result of oil and gas production and mining activities. In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, EPA prescribes regulations that limit the amount of certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations establish limits for contaminants in bottled water which must provide the same protection for public health.
How can I get involved?
If you want to learn more, please attend any of our regularly scheduled meetings. They are held on the first and third Thursday of every month at 6:00 PM.
Description of Water Treatment Process
Your water is treated by filtration and disinfection. Filtration removes particles suspended in the source water. Particles typically include clays and silts, natural organic matter, iron and manganese, and microorganisms. Your water is also treated by disinfection. Disinfection involves the addition of chlorine or other disinfectants to kill bacteria and other microorganisms (viruses, cysts, etc.) that may be in the water. Disinfection is considered to be one of the major public health advances of the 20th century.
Water Conservation Tips
Did you know that the average U.S. household uses approximately 400 gallons of water per day or 100 gallons per person per day? Luckily, there are many low-cost and no-cost ways to conserve water. Small changes can make a big difference - try one today and soon it will become second nature.
• Take short showers - a 5-minute shower uses 4 to 5 gallons of water compared to up to 50 gallons for a bath.
• Shut off water while brushing your teeth, washing your hair and shaving and save up to 500 gallons a month.
• • Use a water-efficient showerhead. They’re inexpensive, easy to install, and can save you up to 750 gallons a month.
Run your clothes washer and dishwasher only when they are full. You can save up to 1,000 gallons a month.
• Water plants only when necessary.
• Fix leaky toilets and faucets. Faucet washers are inexpensive and take only a few minutes to replace. To check your toilet for a leak, place a few drops of food coloring in the tank and wait. If it seeps into the toilet bowl without flushing, you have a leak. Fixing it or replacing it with a new, more efficient model can save up to 1,000 gallons a month.
• Adjust sprinklers so only your lawn is watered. Apply water only as fast as the soil can absorb it and during the cooler parts of the day to reduce evaporation.
• Teach your kids about water conservation to ensure a future generation that uses water wisely. Make it a family effort to reduce next month's water bill!
• Visit www.epa.gov/watersense for more information.
Cross Connection Control Survey
The purpose of this survey is to determine whether a cross-connection may exist at your home or business. A cross connection is an unprotected or improper connection to a public water distribution system that may cause contamination or pollution to enter the system. We are responsible for enforcing cross-connection control regulations and ensuring that no contaminants can, under any flow conditions, enter the distribution system. If you have any of the devices listed below, please contact us so that we can discuss the issue, and if needed, survey your connection and assist you in isolating it if that is necessary.
• Boiler/ Radiant heater (water heaters not included)
• Underground lawn sprinkler system
• Pool or hot tub (whirlpool tubs not included)
• Additional source(s) of water on the property
• Decorative pond
• Watering trough
Source Water Protection Tips
Protection of drinking water is everyone's responsibility. You can help protect your community's drinking water source in several ways:
• Eliminate excess use of lawn and garden fertilizers and pesticides - they contain hazardous chemicals that can reach your drinking water source.
• Pick up after your pets.
• If you have your own septic system, properly maintain your system to reduce leaching to water sources or consider connecting to a public water system.
• Dispose of chemicals properly; take used motor oil to a recycling center.
• Volunteer in your community. Find a watershed or wellhead protection organization in your community and volunteer to help. If there are no active groups, consider starting one. Use EPA's Adopt Your Watershed to locate groups in your community or visit the Watershed Information Network's How to Start a Watershed Team.
• Organize a storm drain stenciling project with your local government or water supplier. Stencil a message next to the street drain reminding people "Dump No Waste - Drains to River" or "Protect Your Water." Produce and distribute a flyer for households to remind residents that storm drains dump directly into your local water body.
Additional Information for Lead
If present, elevated levels of lead can cause serious health problems, especially for pregnant women and young children. Lead in drinking water is primarily from materials and components associated with service lines and home plumbing. Town of Lyman is responsible for providing high quality drinking water but cannot control the variety of materials used in plumbing components. When your water has been sitting for several hours, you can minimize the potential for lead exposure by flushing your tap for 30 seconds to 2 minutes before using water for drinking or cooking. If you are concerned about lead in your water, you may wish to have your water tested. Information on lead in drinking water, testing methods, and steps you can take to minimize exposure is available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline or at http://www.epa.gov/safewater/lead.
Additional Information for Arsenic
While your drinking water meets EPA's standard for arsenic, it does contain low levels of arsenic. EPA's standard balances the current understanding of arsenic's possible health effects against the costs of removing arsenic from drinking water. EPA continues to research the health effects of low levels of arsenic which is a mineral known to cause cancer in humans at high concentrations and is linked to other health effects such as skin damage and circulatory problems.
Water Quality Data Table
In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, EPA prescribes regulations which limit the amount of contaminants in water provided by public water systems. The table below lists all of the drinking water contaminants that we detected during the calendar year of this report. Although many more contaminants were tested, only those substances listed below were found in your water. All sources of drinking water contain some naturally occurring contaminants. At low levels, these substances are generally not harmful in our drinking water. Removing all contaminants would be extremely expensive, and in most cases, would not provide increased protection of public health. A few naturally occurring minerals may actually improve the taste of drinking water and have nutritional value at low levels. Unless otherwise noted, the data presented in this table is from testing done in the calendar year of the report. The EPA or the State requires us to monitor for certain contaminants less than once per year because the concentrations of these contaminants do not vary significantly from year to year, or the system is not considered vulnerable to this type of contamination. As such, some of our data, though representative, may be more than one year old. In this table you will find terms and abbreviations that might not be familiar to you. To help you better understand these terms, we have provided the definitions below the table.
PUBLISHED: May 26, 2023 23080
PUBLIC HEARING
The Town of Mountain View will hold a Public Hearing on June 5, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. at Mountain View Town Hall, 405 Highway 414, to receive public input on Ordinance 2023-2, The Annual Appropriation Ordinance for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2024.
General Fund................................$1,411,797
Water Fund...................................$ 579,500
Sewer Fund...................................$ 470,602
Downtown Development Fund.... $ 8,600
PUBLISHED: May 19, 26, 2023 23078
INVITATION TO BID
Uinta County Weed & Pest District is accepting sealed bids for:
2019 Kawasaki Mule Wyoming Edition side by side minimum bid $10,000.
2016 Artic Cat 4-wheeler minimum bid $1,500.
Interested parties may contact Chris Aimone at 307-789-9289. Bids will be accepted at 57 Patriot Court or PO Box 825 Evanston, WY 82931 until June 1, 2023, by 12:00 p.m. Bids will be opened and awarded on June 5, 2023 at the board meeting in Mountain View, Wyoming.
PUBLISHED: May 19, 26, 2023 23076