Torrington City Council Summary
Week of August 19, 2026
Mayor warns residents to abide by city weed ordinance
City announces start-of-school updates for traffic and pool hours
Fire department completes extrication training with local donation
Faulty diesel exhaust fluid causes headaches for fire apparatus
Wet summer keeps Torrington wildland fire deployments at zero
City approves engineering contract for Lincoln Community Complex HVAC upgrades
City funds costly repairs for trash baler and industrial park siren
Mayor warns residents to abide by city weed ordinance
TORRINGTON, Wyo. — Mayor Herb Doby issued a public warning to property owners regarding ongoing violations of the Torrington weed ordinance. While praising residents who have successfully managed this year's "bumper crop" of vegetation, Doby noted that many overgrown properties remain, creating fire hazards and attracting vermin. Property owners who fail to maintain their lots face impending visits from city code enforcement officers.
City announces start-of-school updates for traffic and pool hours
TORRINGTON, Wyo. — With the school year officially underway for all city and county schools, Mayor Herb Doby issued a reminder for drivers to observe lower speed limits in school zones and yield to school buses. The start of classes also prompted changes at the Dale Jones Municipal Pool, which has officially ended its open swim hours for the season. Lap swim and water aerobics will continue Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Fire department completes extrication training with local donation
TORRINGTON, Wyo. — The Torrington Fire Department successfully completed vehicle extrication training this month, utilizing seven out-of-service cars donated by Butler's Auto Salvage. Fire Chief Lance Petsch thanked the local business for providing and transporting the vehicles free of charge, allowing firefighters to practice critical extrication and rescue techniques. Petsch noted the department responded to eight routine calls over the past month, including seven within city limits.
Faulty diesel exhaust fluid causes headaches for fire apparatus
TORRINGTON, Wyo. — Torrington firefighters are grappling with maintenance issues caused by modern vehicle emissions systems, Fire Chief Lance Petsch reported to the Torrington City Council. A recent batch of diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) triggered error codes and alarms in Engine 6, requiring specialized diagnostic equipment to clear the computer's system. Petsch described the sensitive DEF systems as an "ever-occurring" headache for the department's heavy apparatus.
Wet summer keeps Torrington wildland fire deployments at zero
TORRINGTON, Wyo. — Despite recent lightning storms, the Torrington Fire Department has not yet deployed any personnel or apparatus to wildland fires this season. Fire Chief Lance Petsch attributed the low number of local vegetation fires to heavy rainfall, noting that recent storm cells brought enough precipitation to extinguish any potential ignitions. The department maintains two vehicles ready for wildland deployment if conditions dry out later in the season.
City approves engineering contract for Lincoln Community Complex HVAC upgrades
TORRINGTON, Wyo. — The Torrington City Council approved a $15,000 agreement with West Plains Engineering for design and bidding services to replace the Lincoln Community Complex cooling tower. Public Works Director Jeff Harkins told the council that the 16-year-old system has suffered from leaks and corrosive water issues, leaving parts of the city building poorly climate-controlled. The $15,000 contract covers the design and bidding phase; the city has budgeted $200,000 for the full replacement project, which will include modifying the system's chemical composition to prevent future corrosion.
City funds costly repairs for trash baler and industrial park siren
TORRINGTON, Wyo. — Routine approval of city bills highlighted several major municipal equipment repairs, including a trash baler compactor motor that burned out after 12,000 hours of operation. Torrington City Council members praised city staff for managing to keep the 1973-model baler running for over 50 years. Additionally, the council approved payments to High Pointe Electric for repairs to a damaged siren at the Cold Springs Industrial Park.
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