Torrington City Council Summary
Week of September 16, 2026
Council OKs $1.9 million grant application for sewer infrastructure
Local contractor selected for $100,000 Pioneer Park irrigation project
City sets dates for annual fall cleanup event
Police department to host safe alternative to high school 'Fugitive' game
Council approves Torrington High School homecoming parade permit
Fire department defeats police in annual 'Guns and Hoses' blood drive
Homesteaders Museum prepares for centennial celebration of historic depot
Council OKs $1.9 million grant application for sewer infrastructure
TORRINGTON, Wyo. — The Torrington City Council unanimously approved a resolution Tuesday to apply for a nearly $1.9 million Community Development Block Grant to fund major municipal sewer repairs. If awarded by the Wyoming Community Development Authority, the grant will cover 15,000 feet of sewer lining and the replacement of 62 decaying brick manholes in the Hillcrest and Vistas neighborhoods. To secure the funding, the city committed a $100,000 cash match from its sewer fund to cover its portion of the project.
Local contractor selected for $100,000 Pioneer Park irrigation project
TORRINGTON, Wyo. — The city's aging Pioneer Park irrigation system will be replaced this fall after the Torrington City Council awarded a $100,000 contract to Landscaping Plus. The planned project, which includes an $88,500 base cost and an $11,500 contingency, will replace rusted galvanized pipes with a modern, two-wire electronic system capable of remote monitoring. Buildings and Grounds Superintendent Dennis Estes said the project is expected to begin in early October and take roughly two to three weeks to complete.
City sets dates for annual fall cleanup event
TORRINGTON, Wyo. — Mayor Herb Doby [1] announced that Torrington's annual fall cleanup will take place from Oct. 10 through Oct. 17. During this window, residents can bring their household garbage, equipment and tires to the city baler for free disposal between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday, and on Saturday, Oct. 10. Hazardous chemicals and paint are not permitted, and all freezers and refrigerators must be officially tagged as Freon-free by a licensed agent prior to disposal.
Police department to host safe alternative to high school 'Fugitive' game
TORRINGTON, Wyo. — In an effort to curb the unsafe tradition of Torrington High School students playing a citywide game of tag called "Fugitive," the Torrington Police Department is stepping in to host an archery tag event at the Cottonwood at Torrington Golf Course. Police Chief Matt Johnson told the Torrington City Council that Drug Abuse Resistance Education funds and anonymous donor contributions will cover the cost of equipment and food for the Sept. 30 event. The department partnered with the golf course to provide a supervised, designated area away from the river to ensure student safety during homecoming week.
Council approves Torrington High School homecoming parade permit
TORRINGTON, Wyo. — The Torrington City Council approved a special event permit and waived the associated fees for the Torrington High School homecoming parade, scheduled for Oct. 1 from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. on Main Street. Student council members attended the meeting to outline the school's homecoming festivities, which are largely student-led this year. To improve safety for elementary school students attending the parade, police will close a block of East A Street to allow the younger children to load and unload from buses without crossing downtown traffic.
Fire department defeats police in annual 'Guns and Hoses' blood drive
TORRINGTON, Wyo. — The Torrington Fire Department secured its third consecutive victory against the Torrington Police Department in the city's annual "Guns and Hoses" blood drive. Police Chief Matt Johnson reported that the drive successfully collected 33 units of blood, which health officials estimate can serve roughly 100 people. Despite the police department losing the friendly rivalry, Johnson praised the community's strong turnout and the positive impact on the local blood supply.
Homesteaders Museum prepares for centennial celebration of historic depot
TORRINGTON, Wyo. — The Old Union Pacific Depot will celebrate its 100th birthday in mid-October, coinciding with the grand opening of the Homesteaders Museum's new James Kelly Building, named in honor of the late Torrington native and Casper pharmacist whose generous donation funded the expansion [2]. Mayor Herb Doby [1] invited the community to attend the festivities from Oct. 12 through Oct. 16 at the museum on Main Street. Sugar cookies will be served daily in honor of the local sugar factory, which also began operations in 1926 [3] and shares a deeply tied history with the depot.
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