Sheridan City Council approves annexation of Kendrick Golf Course land adjustments

The Sheridan Planning Commission has taken significant steps to streamline municipal boundaries in the city, particularly concerning the Kendrick Golf Course. During a recent meeting, officials presented two related applications: the annexation of land surrounding the golf course and the de-annexation of certain parcels to align property boundaries with existing municipal lines.

In December 2024, the City of Sheridan collaborated with Sheridan Heights Ranch LLC to adjust the boundary lines of the golf course. This adjustment was necessary to ensure that the property boundaries matched the existing fence lines and included golf cart paths within the golf course area. The result of this boundary adjustment was a net gain of approximately half an acre of land for the city, as 3.64 acres owned by Sheridan Heights Ranch were brought into the city limits, while 4.15 acres of city-owned land were de-annexed to the county.

The process for these changes is governed by state statutes, which require specific steps for both annexation and de-annexation. The petition for de-annexation was filed on June 26, 2025, and a report prepared by the Board of County Commissioners confirmed that the changes would have minimal impact on county services or revenue. This report was approved on August 19, 2025.

Importantly, since the city is the sole owner of the land being annexed, no public hearing or additional reports were required for the annexation process. The annexed land will be designated as R-1 Residential District, which aligns with the current zoning of the golf course.

This initiative not only clarifies property ownership but also enhances the operational efficiency of the Kendrick Municipal Golf Course, ensuring that the city’s boundaries accurately reflect its land use. The Planning Commission's actions are expected to have a positive impact on local governance and community planning moving forward.