october 8, 2026 regular meeting-draft

The Riverside Town Council met in regular session at 6:00 pm at the Riverside Town Hall with Mayor Leroy Stephenson presiding. Councilmembers present were Linda Brown, Lisa Lorenz and Ed Golden. Also present were Shawn Brown, Lee Ann Stephenson, Mike Martinez, Josh Woods, Helen Weiland, Billie Helwick, Dana Davis and Riverside Clerk/Treasurer Jana C. Cook.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Mayor Stephenson led those in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance.

Councilmember Lorenz told the clerk Christmas decorations were not on the agenda. The clerk said the item could be discussed under Additions to the Agenda.

MINUTES: September 15, 2026 Regular Meeting: Brown moved with Golden seconding to approve the minutes of the September 15, 2026 regular meeting as presented. The motion passed.

FINANCIAL STATEMENT/BILLS: Council reviewed the September 2026 financial statement and the unpaid bills report. Lorenz moved with Golden seconding to approve the financial statement and pay bills in the amount of $13,480.80. The motion passed.

INTRODUCTION OF GUESTS: Mayor Stephenson introduced Shawn Brown, Lee Ann Stephenson, Mike Martinez, Josh Woods, Helen Weiland, Billie Helwick and Dana Davis.

REPORTS:

CCCOG: Council received a "Power of the Penny" flyer in their packets. Mayor Stephenson discussed Riverside projects funded by the penny.

SOUTH CENTRAL WY EMSJPB: Mayor Stephenson spoke of the fine article in the Saratoga Sun. The next meeting will be October 19, 2026 in Riverside.

PARKS: Brown said she is having problems with the soap dispenser in the bathrooms. Weiland said she will look at them. There was discussion about closing the park at the end of October.

SEWER: Lagoon Upgrades-Windmill Project: Mayor Stephenson said the windmill project is complete. There is a problem with muskrats in the water. Stephenson also told the council he would like approval on a sewer service application from Mike Martinez. Mr. Martinezhas purchased Block 53-lots 9,10,11,12,13,14,15 and 16. Mayor Stephenson said Mr. Martinez would like to have the sewer line in before there is frost in the ground. Lorenz moved with Golden seconding to approve the service application from Mike Martinez. The motion was approved.

Billie Helwick spoke of the windmill project and all of the good things happening in Riverside. Mayor Stephenson said "we're doing quite a lot and hiring out very little."

STREETS: Councilmember Lorenz reported on repairing the road to the river access. She talked of putting a "big rock "on the side of the road to keep vehicles off the side. A possible guard rail was also discussed.

SIERRA MADRE JOINT POWERS BOARD: Council received a letter from board clerk Stacey Erickson informing of two representative vacancies at the end of the year. The three-year term is currently held by Dan Jago and the rotating district/town position is held by Terry Campbell. Mayor Stephenson said he would speak to Mr. Jago and learn if he is interested in continuing on the board. No action was taken.

SHERIFF MONTHLY REPORT: Patrol Report September 2026: Carbon County Sheriff's Department reported 14 hours and 57 minutes of patrol time in September. The time resulted in 3 traffic stops; one animal complaint; one motorist assist and one other agency assist.

MOSQUITO: No report.

90 DAYS DELINQUENT: The clerk reported no delinquent accounts.

ACTION ITEMS: There were no action items.

ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA: The Christmas light committee of Linda Brown, Lisa Lorenz and Lee Ann Stephenson reported finding decorations at Winterland, Inc. in Indiana. They would like to order 3 6.5' Shooting Star pole mount decorations, and 3 6'Snowflake pole mounts and accessories. The total amount is expected to be $2,790.00 before shipping costs. Golden moved with Lorenz seconding to approve the purchase of Christmas lighting. The motion passed.

CORRESPONDENCE:

Lisa Smith-Seminole Power Company: Council received a letter from Carbon County Clerk Lisa Smith informing of a meeting on Tuesday October 13,2026 to discuss possible impact funds from the Seminole Power Company-Miller Generating Station. Mayor Stephenson appointed Linda Brown to represent Riverside at the meeting.

Wyoming DEQ: Council received a letter from Wyoming DEQ informing the council Seminole Power Company, LLC has filed an application for a permit to construct, operate and maintain the Miller Generating Station.

Sagebrush Senior Center: Council received a thank you for food from Riverside Party Day.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS: There was no unfinished business.

NEW BUSINESS:

Application for RNB credit card: The clerk told the council she has submitted an application for a credit card but needed approval from the council. Lorenz moved with Brown seconding to approve the credit card application. The motion passed.

The clerk reminded the council the regular meeting start time will be 5:00 pm November through March.

With no other business being brought before the council, the meeting was adjourned at 6:50 pm.

Jana C. Cook ___________________________

Leroy Stephenson, Mayor

Approved: November 12, 2026

Attest:

Jana C. Cook

The next regular meeting of the Riverside Town Council will be November 12, 2026 at 5:00 pm. at the Riverside Town Hall.