Evanston City Council Summary
Week of August 5, 2026
Ordinance regulating vaping in public places advances
Contract for 90th annual Cowboy Days approved
City continues long-standing sponsorship of Evanston Rodeo Series
Annual Cowboy Block Party slated for Sept. 5
Vandalism at city ponds destroys picnic table
Local Special Olympian honored for gold and silver medals
Ordinance regulating vaping in public places advances
EVANSTON, Wyo. — The second reading of Ordinance 26-05, which updates the city's smoking regulations to include electronic smoking devices and vaping, was unanimously approved. The ordinance amends the municipal code, broadening the definition of restricted public smoking areas to address modern electronic alternatives. No changes were made to Ordinance 26-05 since its first reading.
Contract for 90th annual Cowboy Days approved
EVANSTON, Wyo. — Ahead of a major local milestone, an annual service contract with Cowboy Days Inc. was approved. The upcoming Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association rodeo will mark the 90th anniversary of the historic local event. Continued support and gratitude were expressed for the volunteer-led committee that organizes the Labor Day weekend staple each year.
City continues long-standing sponsorship of Evanston Rodeo Series
EVANSTON, Wyo. — A service contract with the Evanston Rodeo Series was approved, maintaining a municipal sponsorship that officials estimate has lasted roughly three decades. The amateur rodeo series recently concluded its season, which was noted for its strong community attendance. The approved contract secures city support for the series' upcoming year.
Annual Cowboy Block Party slated for Sept. 5
EVANSTON, Wyo. — As part of a unanimously approved consent agenda, plans for the annual Cowboy Block Party set for Sept. 5 were greenlit. The community event has become a local tradition over the past five to six years. The downtown party historically ties into the start of the University of Wyoming college football season, serving as a watch party for the upcoming opening weekend games.
Vandalism at city ponds destroys picnic table
EVANSTON, Wyo. — A recent incident of vandalism was reported at the Ice Ponds, noting that a municipal picnic table was destroyed. It is suspected that the table was dismantled to construct makeshift bike ramps for jumping into the water. The incident has been officially reported, and local authorities are keeping a closer eye on the recreation area.
Local Special Olympian honored for gold and silver medals
EVANSTON, Wyo. — Cooper Curry was recently recognized after an outstanding performance at the Special Olympics USA Games in Minneapolis. Curry took home a gold medal in the 100-meter dash and silver medals in both the 200-meter dash and the shot put. Curry was praised for these achievements and for representing Evanston on a national stage.
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