Green River City Council Summary
Week of June 3, 2026
City council reviews proposed utility rate increases to fund infrastructure
Green River sales tax revenues remain steady
Gov. Gordon to tour downtown Green River infrastructure and Hotel Tomahawk
Liquor license transfer approved for Green River Horse Palace
Council approves contract for Flaming Gorge Days coordinator
Emergency food kit program launched to bridge gap for residents
New appointment confirmed to Green River Arts Council
City council reviews proposed utility rate increases to fund infrastructure
GREEN RIVER, Wyo. — Green River residents could see an 18 percent increase in sewer rates and a 7 percent increase in water rates as the city council reviews the fiscal year 2027 budget and fee schedules. During Tuesday's meeting, acting City Administrator Chris Meats detailed the rate hikes, which are primarily driven by debt service on the city's new $56 million wastewater treatment plant. Council member Ron Williams expressed concern over the compounded impact on taxpayers, noting his own sewer bill has doubled over the last four years. City officials emphasized that American Rescue Plan Act funds and low-interest loans from the State Loan and Investment Board have significantly reduced the project's overall financial burden, but incremental rate hikes remain necessary to cover the $1.4 million annual loan payment.
Green River sales tax revenues remain steady
GREEN RIVER, Wyo. — Green River's recent sales tax distributions came in at approximately $797,000, maintaining a steady pace compared to the previous year. City officials noted the figure was only $2,000 short of last year's collection during the same period. The steady revenue stream comes as the city prepares to finalize its fiscal year 2027 budget, which is scheduled to be presented for final approval at the next city council meeting in late June.
Gov. Gordon to tour downtown Green River infrastructure and Hotel Tomahawk
GREEN RIVER, Wyo. — Gov. Mark Gordon is scheduled to visit Green River on Friday for a tour highlighting local infrastructure needs and downtown revitalization efforts. City officials announced that the governor's visit will include a stop on Flaming Gorge Way to view corroded cast-iron pipes and Americans with Disabilities Act compliance issues at local crosswalks, which limit business access and grant opportunities. Following the infrastructure overview, Gordon will tour the historic Hotel Tomahawk, where city officials report renovations to the building's third floor have reached 95 percent completion.
Liquor license transfer approved for Green River Horse Palace
GREEN RIVER, Wyo. — Wyoming Horse Racing, LLC, operating as Green River Horse Palace, received unanimous city council approval to transfer its retail liquor license to a new location. Following a public hearing that drew no community comment, the council authorized the license transfer to a new location on Uinta Drive. The relocation is tentatively scheduled to take place around mid-June, with city officials noting the state provided flexibility to ensure continuous business operations during the transition.
Council approves contract for Flaming Gorge Days coordinator
GREEN RIVER, Wyo. — The Green River City Council unanimously approved a $9,000 contract for services with local event coordinator Mandi Campos to serve as the committee chair for Flaming Gorge Days. Campos will handle invoicing and oversee the distribution of sponsor funds for the upcoming event. According to city officials, community financial sponsorship for the festival has been robust, and the funds will be utilized for event logistics, including referee fees for a 3-on-3 basketball tournament, pickleball shirts, and prize certificates for competition winners.
Emergency food kit program launched to bridge gap for residents
GREEN RIVER, Wyo. — A new emergency food kit program is now available to help Green River residents facing food insecurity. City officials announced the initiative, which provides alternative food access options outside the regular first and third Thursday operating hours of the Green River Food Bank. Partnering with the Golden Hour Senior Center and the American Legion, the program aims to assist families who run short on supplies before the food bank opens, ensuring immediate assistance is available throughout the week.
New appointment confirmed to Green River Arts Council
GREEN RIVER, Wyo. — The city council unanimously confirmed the mayoral appointment of Heather Cutts to the Green River Arts Council for a two-year term. According to application materials summarized during the meeting discussion, Cutts said the city's commitment to the arts was a primary reason for her family's move to Green River and expressed interest in becoming more involved in the community and supporting local artistic endeavors through the advisory board.
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