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Chris Colligan, Public Works project manager, reported staff outreach to four consulting firms that estimated a “light‑touch” peer review of the DEIS would cost roughly $7,000–$10,000 and take about 40 hours. Colligan said consultants questioned how much influence a county peer review would have on the final Forest Service decision and noted that substantial nexus for developer mitigation may lie with future local development permits rather than directly inside the DEIS text.

Commissioners asked for a short decision memo laying out options—whether to submit detailed comments, request a Forest Service presentation at a board meeting, or pursue consultant review and possible litigation later. They directed staff to: prepare a draft decision document that weighs costs, revenue impacts and service‑cost nexus (housing mitigation, road impact fees and public safety costs); coordinate an invitation to Forest Service staff to brief the board; and explore a joint meeting with Teton County, Idaho commissioners to share concerns raised during the DEIS public meetings.

Staff emphasized that the county’s formal comments should clarify the board’s preferred alternative (if any) and identify gaps in the DEIS socioeconomic analysis, particularly related to projected employee numbers and housing mitigation needs. Colligan noted the public EIS meeting had drawn about 300 attendees and that the county is preparing to track possible downstream impacts to intergovernmental agreements and developer mitigation commitments.

No final county decision was made at the meeting; commissioners signaled they expect to revisit the item after staff circulates a draft decision memo and attempts to schedule the requested external briefings and any needed public input sessions.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Teton County - Voucher Mtg - Apr 21, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","Teton County staff will prepare a decision memo and likely a formal comment package on the Caribou‑Targhee National Forest DEIS for a proposed Targhee Resort boundary expansion after commissioners asked for more analysis, consultant cost estimates and public briefings.","taxTitle","Teton County, Wyoming","taxId",63785,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6572436,"Sheriff says county helicopter operations produced surplus revenue; proposes financing for last radio tower, board asks for legal review",2865,3375000,6240000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3074640-68daab81748796be47c9f19791374f36&start=3375&end=6240","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3074640-68daab81748796be47c9f19791374f36/thumbnail_3375000.jpg","/articles/6572436/Teton-County/Wyoming/Sheriff-says-county-helicopter-operations-produced-surplus-revenue-proposes-financing-for-last-radio-tower-board-asks-for-legal-review","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6572436-7962f668bcfcfa72fae56a71291c2617/orig.mp4?Expires=1770437750&Signature=ZWUvJAOOLo-hbfxJmbRvYbBUhWy2guIavPEjBk87GiRvJnLbSAH1mz3E-XGyXpTCOTYG5y0DPEHoxI-j8MalZCqnxQJJdKa3aOJcVp-cuMN8hRjIhV~T4RjWkWZJN8IkQInn0BjSUzmune11HOESTxgsTAyoSeIX3HVP6w0Tzo2Vf4iDmQwZZVMMcE5lvYgSJ-~zoB93SO-wo~uM-Ob~tYmcLnnppZ9~l8wAArbF5m8JIr5FNjCf-pmdJRcaQ6PhzuhfGKXM9aKUd2WvZGgHbwbyM6DIO-ELtbQfpcWz2mwzZ1GmcvFLh6OHfDdaBj9dSkkJiUNbIWrog9UBOwJdgw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Sheriff Matt Carr briefed the Board April 21 on a year‑long snapshot of county helicopter operations and a separate, larger proposal to finish the county’s digital radio build‑out. Carr said the county’s helicopter, received in October 2023, flew 67 missions through October 2024; those missions produced about $413,600 in reimbursements (including a large federal reimbursement tied to a multi‑agency search) against roughly $450,224 in operational costs, leaving a modest net county cost for the first year. Carr described the helicopter as busy and increasingly in demand by Grand Teton National Park, the Forest Service and federal partners.

Carr also summarized county radio‑system work: the county has transitioned many systems to the statewide WyoLink digital backbone, built several 800‑level coverage sites, and now needs a final VHF tower in the south county (Prichard Pass) to complete the network and improve canyon and Snake River corridor coverage. Motorola submitted a proposal to finance the last build — a $2.8 million project — over five years that, according to the sheriff, would keep the annual radio budget flat during financing and then reduce the annual radio budget by roughly $635,000 once the financing is paid off. Carr described the 5‑year Motorola proposal as time‑sensitive because equipment and steel costs are rising.

Commissioners expressed interest but also caution. Several commissioners said they supported finishing the radio network for public safety and communications resilience; others noted sharp budget pressures and asked for analysis of how the financing would affect county borrowing capacity and competing capital priorities (including courthouse and other projects). Commissioner Gardner asked whether the town’s contribution and other revenue offsets were accounted for; staff said revenue entries are still being finalized. The board directed county staff to request a legal review of the proposed Motorola financing contract and to consider a short workshop or follow‑up meeting (Clerk/Administrator and county attorney) to review financing options and timing. County attorney staff agreed to review the contract and report back.

No formal financing contract was signed at the meeting. Carr said receipts from helicopter missions and intergovernmental search‑and‑rescue reimbursements are a meaningful revenue source for aviation operations; the Motorola financing decision will be scheduled for a future board workshop after legal and fiscal analysis.","Sheriff Matt Carr reported a busy first year for Teton County’s helicopter and outlined a proposal to finance a final VHF tower via a five‑year Motorola package; commissioners requested legal review before making a decision.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6572440,"Teton County approves $550,000 purchase of modular units for Justice Center transition",180,282000,462000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3074640-68daab81748796be47c9f19791374f36&start=282&end=462","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3074640-68daab81748796be47c9f19791374f36/thumbnail_282000.jpg","/articles/6572440/Teton-County/Wyoming/Teton-County-approves-550000-purchase-of-modular-units-for-Justice-Center-transition","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6572440-81a2531144378a71dbc7c3fe39194308/orig.mp4?Expires=1770437750&Signature=FFMDA~tGVUe3W9WGlz8LOX~~5~GCmkI15gHc~YcoydK~nhW5de-Ugj5hmkb5FUdT2Y76cGndcv8byEXLhB~HlEkjWM9opCb~oChEoXhwC0-OBCNI2okzEyAPIpZcAaguAAET9DfiVTk5oIo93UYgk2ITa3SUJOTl5TJKFyCnCMPn1zJE9yNWT4VoJ-FfKAxsdeiAck0DvGQJ8fuxarlbfTWjbeDME4izr4xDtiwtokkQDjcBK-gseC8otE99zEw7mwiNv-VzASbtdD~b-gY9~-d0tPP31PEynaCttu~qgOii9o-0t0FOTUPbJmYfBVkb5rtPEwjCM4QyYBBCKv6Jsw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Teton County Board of County Commissioners voted unanimously April 21 to buy modular building components from the Flourish Foundation for $550,000 to house county operations during construction of the new Justice Center. Commissioner Gardner moved to approve the purchase and Commissioner Macker seconded; the motion carried with an in‑room and online affirmative vote.

County attorney and general services staff told commissioners the purchase covers modular components identified by separate vehicle identification numbers (VINs) and that the $550,000 purchase price closes on June 20. County staff said moving may begin any time after closing and that the contract requires the county to have the units moved off the seller's site no later than July 18. Sarah Mann, Director of General Services, and Deputy County Attorney Keith Gangrey reviewed contract edits made prior to the meeting, including removal of an arbitration clause and elimination of a down payment requirement.

Commissioners discussed logistical steps after purchase: site preparation on a vacant lot near the Jorgensen Building where the county will relocate the sheriff’s and county attorney’s offices during construction, securing town permits for moving the units, and arranging transport logistics. Staff said they will coordinate with the town of Jackson on relocation timing and routing. Mann said the county expects to own the modulars “free and clear” and may later repurpose or resell them after the transition period.

No public comment opposed the purchase during the hearing. The board’s approval is a formal contract authorization; staff will proceed to closing and follow up with town and county permitting as required.

Outcome and next steps: The county will close the purchase on June 20 and begin relocation planning with the town of Jackson; staff will return to the board if permit or routing issues require policy direction or additional funding.","The Board unanimously approved buying modular building components from Flourish Foundation for $550,000 to house county staff during construction of a new courthouse; closing is June 20 with an August move window under the contract.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6572427,"Votes at a glance: April 21 Teton County BCC — agenda, vouchers, liquor permits, modular purchase",192,23000,215000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3074640-68daab81748796be47c9f19791374f36&start=23&end=215","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3074640-68daab81748796be47c9f19791374f36/thumbnail_23000.jpg","/articles/6572427/Teton-County/Wyoming/Votes-at-a-glance-April-21-Teton-County-BCC-agenda-vouchers-liquor-permits-modular-purchase","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6572427-1333092f0b5d79834baa87547c9180d0/orig.mp4?Expires=1770437750&Signature=Fi5hgg17w-t7OI4PmIZLn~6QTqOgdJcOMpvegfilTrQbqVfytCLuKUS5G-giWWnqzntC8o2utsticRWTg-r1pK28h2USZKinfzD5L~HixNzJ7C7UdS8EHtkrvtXYcCQe6~xXOXsVo9BCXOX2MZXHKEPVP0GMa~RGDJoCa6xLYdSBjudW~3~NwTucrFu-4KuFzCnkvhjBgALan-qTd72ZKCV96WcdLWgdfB9ABFCyEiQF2DN1ssfNpnRTcKCLbwvoHfm0r~x6D0Ee-XDp6IJo-vcMkKLT~KnIugx6UEhTUNzKwdz4YH0Qf3MlKQD9M4XDgcBUtTryX049Xv3KHaT5Lw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","At the April 21 meeting the Board of County Commissioners approved several motions by voice vote. The motions and outcomes recorded in the meeting transcript are summarized below.

• Adopt agenda — Motion to adopt the day's agenda was moved and seconded and carried unanimously.

• County vouchers and interfund transfer — The board approved the county voucher run dated April 21, 2025, in the amount of $1,647,748.12 and an interfund transfer in the amount of $1,534,069.52. Motion made by Commissioner Propst and seconded by Commissioner MacKer; vote recorded as unanimously in favor, including an online trailing vote.

• 24‑hour liquor permits — The board approved 24‑hour liquor permits for the National Museum of Wildlife Art for a community exhibit opening and for the Snake River Fund for the Snake River Fest. Motion and second carried unanimously.

• Modular buildings purchase — The board approved the agreement to purchase modular building components from the Flourish Foundation for $550,000 (motion by Commissioner Gardner; second Commissioner Macker). The item carried unanimously; county staff are authorized to finalize closing and proceed with permit and transport coordination.

All votes noted in the transcript were unanimous voice votes with no recorded noes or abstentions. Several other matters discussed at the meeting — including capital project prioritization, compensation proposals and the county response to the Caribou‑Targhee DEIS — did not result in formal board votes at this session but prompted directions to staff.","The board took several unanimous procedural and contractual votes at the April 21 voucher meeting: adoption of the agenda; approval of a county voucher run and interfund transfer; approval of two 24‑hour liquor permits; and authorization to purchase modular building components for $550,000.",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":115,"_45":116,"_47":117,"_49":118,"_51":119,"_53":120,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":121,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":122,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6572432,"Commissioners weigh 6% total pay increase proposal as county budgets, mill levy and capital asks are trimmed",41,3149000,3190000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3074640-68daab81748796be47c9f19791374f36&start=3149&end=3190","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3074640-68daab81748796be47c9f19791374f36/thumbnail_3149000.jpg","/articles/6572432/Teton-County/Wyoming/Commissioners-weigh-6-total-pay-increase-proposal-as-county-budgets-mill-levy-and-capital-asks-are-trimmed","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6572432-980a1ddaba633d121b6aff93f2e5f1b1/orig.mp4?Expires=1770437750&Signature=Sz-4fAa~5izBiGtHbigS-LqBrsZIsFEKcfhYtfGp9eE~RRdcYTPMqeO-iOwAPQAJnNt4CP2N0ulXh7jamKB-oe-aTsuEbdfdNqZt8WlQV22HErdDLHTsIKuhQ44hqOgaUCM5bgwAqCA9UseHDVWrRMs0fBknw0V9o3TJofIZB4A3FFB596L3oncyaQd0e1-2aQmpMfTnobk4MmgCvKM0LqTqPSlWvqgkHBKlyu-iQo4KBQCFP6dou3nZ-41MMNfFv2AonjNf9P7lf59D0WDLhw4Wmv7cIuCFSeyl46vAA6I~pes2QmQ4NyEUrhGIhwon5itcPPZMgAvBzfxAyR29LA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","At the April 21 workshop, department heads presented budget requests and commissioners discussed an overall compensation proposal recommended by human resources and consultant 1Digital: a 2.5% structural/market adjustment plus a 3.5% merit increase, for a combined 6% payroll increase. County staff said implementation at the 6% level would raise annual payroll costs by roughly $2.1 million (county‑wide payroll estimates provided to the board). Commissioners and elected officials said retaining competitive pay and protecting staff morale were priorities; several elected leaders and department heads urged preserving the recommended increases.

Board members and staff spent much of the day trimming capital requests — after edits and reversions the projected budget shortfall narrowed but did not disappear. Clerk Maureen Murphy and staff reported recent one‑time reversions and fund balances that could offset some capital asks; Parks & Recreation staff flagged a multi‑million dollar reserve and discussed using a portion of that fund balance for capital this year. Commissioners reviewed a list of capital items and prioritized essential work (e.g., courthouse relocation site work, select fairgrounds safety repairs) while deferring others (e.g., some road rebuilds and non‑urgent facilities projects) to later budget cycles or the “bike rack.”

On property tax policy, commissioners discussed the tradeoffs of using mill‑rate increases to close the remaining gap versus deeper capital cuts; several members said they would prefer to avoid consecutive mill increases. Staff (assessor and treasurer) will prepare comparative scenarios showing how mill changes affect typical residential and commercial tax bills and will provide estimates for the revenue impact of property‑tax relief programs and recent state exemptions. The board asked for a follow‑up briefing with numbers on (a) what 1 mill yields in revenue, (b) current fund balances and reversions, and (c) the county’s remaining borrowing/capacity considerations before any final mill‑rate decision.

Staff follow‑up items: HR will circulate grade and compensation tables by job code; clerk and treasurer will circulate updated revenue projections and fund balances, and county attorney will advise on legal issues tied to potential financing proposals. The board did not adopt a final levy or compensation decision in the session and expects another workshop before adopting a FY26 budget.","Commissioners reviewed department budget presentations, considered a 6% combined compensation adjustment (2.5% structural/COLA + 3.5% merit) and discussed capital reductions; staff will circulate detailed grade/comp tables and follow up on mill‑levy scenarios.","actionData","errors"]

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