STATE OF WYOMING ) IN THE DISTRICT COURT
) ss.
COUNTY OF UINTA ) THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT
Case No. 2026-CV-0000065
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE
OF:
CHET ALLEN WIITALA,
Deceased
NOTICE OF PROBATE
TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN SAID PROBATE:
You are hereby notified that on the 6th day of July, 2026, the estate of the above-named decedent was admitted to probate by the above-named court, and Carrie Wiitala-Lindgren was appointed Personal Representatives thereof.
Notice is further given that all persons indebted to the decedent or to the estate are requested to make immediate payment to the undersigned in care of Stevens, Edwards, Hallock & Undeberg, P.C., Post Office Box 1148, Gillette, Wyoming 82717.
Creditors having claims against the decedent or the estate are required to file them, in duplicate, with the necessary vouchers, in the office of the Clerk of District Court on or before three (3) months after the date of the first publication of this notice, and if such claims are not so filed, unless otherwise allowed or paid, they will be forever barred.
DATED this 22nd day of July, 2026.
/s/ James L. Edwards
James L. Edwards
Attorney for the Estate
PUBLISHED: July 30, August 6, 13, 2026 26131
IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT
IN AND FOR UINTA COUNTY, WYOMING
IN THE MATTER OF THE NAME CHANGE )
OF: Bret Wayne Bateman, Petitioner ) Case No. 2026-CV-66
NOTICE OF PETITION
FOR NAME CHANGE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Petition for Change of Name of an Adult, Case Number 2026-CV-66, has been filed in the Third Judicial District of Wyoming District Court by a Petitioner whose current full name is Bret Wayne Bateman The address of the District Court is 225 9th St., Evanston, WY.
The object and prayer of the Petition is to change the Petitioner’s full name to Bret Wayne La Fond.
Any objection to this action must be filed with the District Court within 30 days following the final date of publication of this notice. If no objection is timely filed, an Order granting the name change may be issued without further notice.
DATED July 7, 2026
Kerri Wright, Clerk of District Court
By /s/ Deputy Clerk of Court
PUBLISHED: July 16, 23, 30, Aug. 6 , 2026 26120
Town of Mountain View Employee/Salary Report
In accordance with W.S. 15-1-110{b} {i}, the Town of Mountain View hereby publishes the following complete listing of all full-time employees and elected officials, including base annual salary and amount of overtime paid. All salaries listed are base annual salaries and overtime paid through the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026, not including any fringe benefits such as health insurance costs, life insurance benefits and pension plans.
NAME POSITION SALARY OVERTIME
Bryan Ayres Mayor $ 9600.00 N/A
Brittney Brunski-Deckert Council Member $ 1600.00 N/A
Tori Carter Council Member $ 2100.00 N/A
Jamy Ferrin Council Member $ 1900.00 N/A
Kelly Bonner Council Member $ 500.00 N/A
Michael Tims Council Member $ 2000.00 N/A
Mark Erramouspe Police Officer $ 67882.00 $ 14901.00
Penny Robbins Clerk/Treasurer $ 87000.00 $ 6774.00
Amber Brunski Deputy Clerk $ 34974.00 $ 1159.00
Tammy Murray Deputy Clerk $ 47044.00 $ 1381.00
Jacob Porter Public Works Supervisor $ 78983.00 $ 5195.00
Steve Catlin Public Works $ 59493.00 $ 1360.00
Steven Kendall Public Works $ 48922.00 $ 282.00
Water Operator
Spencer Bates Public Works $ 53089.00 $ 954.00
Wastewater Operator
Penny Robbins, Clerk-Treasurer
Town of Mountain View
PUBLISHED: July 30, 2026 26127
MOUNTAIN VIEW MEETING MINUTES
July 7, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Town Hall – 405 HWY 414, Mountain View, WY 82939
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Led By Mayor Bryan Ayres
CALL TO ORDER
PRESENT Mayor Bryan Ayres, Council President Jamy Ferrin, Council Members, Brittney Brunski-Deckert, Michael Tims, and Tori Carter, Clerk, Penny Robbins, Public Works, Jacob Porter, and Chief of Police, Mark Erramouspe and Attorney Brandon Taylor.
Meeting called to order at 7:00 pm.
AGENDA APPROVAL
Motion made by Council Member Tims, Seconded by Council Member Carter, to approve the agenda with the addition of an executive session regarding personnel issues following other council business, motion carried.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion made by Council Member Tims, Seconded by Council Member Brunski-Deckert to approve June 16, 2026, minutes, motion carried.
NEW BUSINESS
Eric Phillips took the oath of office as the newly appointed municipal judge for the Town of Mountain View. Judge Phillips expressed enthusiasm for the position and gratitude for the town’s participation.
Motion by Michael Tims, seconded by Jamy Ferrin to appoint Devin Irene to represent the Town of Mountain View on the Bridger Valley Joint Powers Board, motion carried.
Motion by Tori Carter, seconded by Micheal Tims to approve RESOLUTION NO. 2026-09 A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF MOUNTAIN VIEW, WYOMING APPROVING THE PLACEMENT OF A LODGING TAX QUESTION ON THE 2026 GENERAL ELECTION BALLOT, motion carried.
Motion by Micheal Tims, seconded by Jamy Ferrin to approve RESOLUTION NO. 2026-10 A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF MOUNTAIN VIEW, WYOMING, DECLARING PHASE II RESTRICTIONS AND ESTABLISHING MANDATORY WATER CONSERVATION MEASURES, motion carried.
Motion by Jamy Ferrin, seconded by Brittney Brunski-Deckert to approve RESOULUTION NO. 2026-11 A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF MOUNTAIN VIEW, WYOMING APPROVING THE MINOR SUBDIVISION FOR DEBORAH L BINDL-DARR – HARVEY’S FOURTH ADDITION (UPDATED TO INCLUDE FULL LEGAL DESCRIPTION AT REQUEST OF COUNTY CLERK), motion carried.
BILLS
Payment Approval Report 6-17-26, 6-30-26 and 7-7-26
Motion made by Council President Ferrin to approve the following bills; Wheeler Machinery Co, Backhoe Bid, $24850.00, Benedict Ace hardware, Park Maintenance and Supplies, $2676.52, BV Joint Powers Board, Water Bill, $27824.18, BV Pioneer, Publications, 1301.44, Bridgerland Carquest, Vehicle Maintenance, $186.71, Chemtech-Ford, Sewer Analysis, $463.00, Covolo Auto, Department Supplies, $48.95, Dave Norris Construction, Street Maintenance, $51070.00, Enbridge Gas, Gas Service, $78.86, First Bankcard, Travel and Maintenance, $3754.37, Hooton Tech, Park Cameras, $8980.00, Metron Farnier LLC, Meters, $1925.00, Mountainland Supply Co, $512.32, Scott’s Auto Body & Glass, Window Repair, $183.00, Union Telephone, Phone Bill, $1462.65, WEX Bank, Fuel, $2094.77, Wyoming Machinery Vehicle Maintenance, $148.25, Ace Recycling and Disposal, Trash Service, $646.38, Benedict Trading Co, Building Supplies, $36.32, Blue360 Media, Wy Crime & Traffic Law, $106.95, BV Electric Asso, Electric Service, $7742.74,Chemtech Ford, Sewer Analysis, $37.00, EVN TEC, IT Support and Sewer Equipment, $2360.55, IIMC Dues, $195.00, Matthew Bender & Co Inc, WY State Statutes, $588.22, Morcon Industrial, Department Supplies, $202.55, Ricoh USA, Copier, Town of Mountain View, Utilities, $441.87, Union Telephone Co, Sewer Plant Equipment, $116.00, WAMCAT, Membership, $225.00, Darlene Hinton, Water Deposit Refund, $72.40. Seconded by Council Member Tims, motion carried.
There being no other council business, motion by Council Member Tims, seconded by Council Member Carter to adjourn into executive session regarding personnel issues at 7:07 pm, motion carried.
Motion by Council Member Tims, seconded by Council Member Brunski-Deckert to reconvene the regular meeting at 7:25 pm motion carried.
No action was taken in Executive Session.
ADJOURN
Motion by Council Member Tims, seconded by Council Member Carter to adjourn the meeting at 7:26 pm, motion carried.
Bryan Ayres, Mayor
ATTEST:
Penny Robbins, Town Clerk
PUBLISHED: July 30, 2026 26126
TOWN OF LYMAN Meeting Minutes
July 6, 2026
Held at Lyman Town Hall, Council Chambers
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Hooton, present was Councilmember’s, Gregg Moretti, Bronson Berg, Jimmy Bramlett and Dani Wilbur.
Clerk Lisa Bradshaw
Public Works Director Jared Crane
Chief Shroyer
Treasurer Lisa Reis
Councilman Bramlett made a motion to approve the agenda as amended, second by Councilman Moretti, motion carried unanimously.
Councilwoman Wilbur made a motion to approve the minutes of the June 15, 2026, Business Meeting, Work Session and the June 30, 2026 Special Meeting, second by Councilman Berg, motion carried unanimously.
Resolution #2026-12 A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF LYMAN AMENDING THE TOWN’S TRAVEL REIMBURSEMENT POLICY IN THE EMPLOYEE MANUAL Councilman Berg made a motion to approve Resolution #2026-12, second by councilwoman Wilbur, motion carried unanimously.
Resolution # 2026-13 A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LYMAN AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A DEED CONVEYING A LOT TO HEXA SUMMIT VENTURES, LLC. Councilman Moretti made a motion to approve Resolution # 2026-13, second by Councilman Bramlett, motion carried unanimously.
Councilwoman Wilbur made a motion to authorize Mayor Hooton to enter into an agreement with the Town of Mountain View and Bridger Valley Joint Powers on the combined purchase of a vac truck, second by Councilman Berg, motion carried unanimously.
Councilman Moretti made a motion to table the Alcohol Beverage Catering permit for Genesis Alkali, Union @ Heritage Park on August 8, 2026, second by councilman Bramlett, motion carried unanimously. More information will be needed as to what the official name of this entity is.
Councilwoman Wilbur made a motion to amend the agenda adding the payment of bills, second by Councilman Moretti, motion carried unanimously.
Councilman Bramlett made a motion to pay the bills, second by Councilman Moretti, motion carried unanimously.
Councilman Bramlett made a motion to pay the following bills: Alsco – janitorial supplies $628.78, Biolynceus LLC. – PB-II $3,439.59, BCBS – employee benefits $23,974.14, Bradshaw Home & Glass – windshield repair $20.00, Brenntag Pacific – chemicals $1,969.48, Bridger Valley Pioneer – subscription renewal $180.00, Bridger Valley Propane – animal shelter $172.35, Business Solution Group – checks $331.06, Caselle – yearly software support/maintenance $15,340.80, Chelsie Fredrickson – contract $1,300.00, Chemtech-Ford – samples $262.00, Dave Norris Construction – asphalt patches $9,860.00, Dearborn Insurance – employee benefits $3.30, Wyoming Worker’s Compensation – monthly reporting $1,317.15, Jon Deere Financial – uniforms $560.86, Mountainland Supply – supplies $55.79, Peterson Legal Services – Judge contract $4,250.00, Postmaster – utility billing $332.65, Enbridge – utilities $1,753.92, American Legal – codification $368.00, Office Products Dealer – office supplies $119.98, Wells Fargo Financial – copier leases $294.00, Westar Printing – signature stamp $42.00, Department of Workforce – quarterly reporting $161.09, One-Call of Wyoming – tickets for May $72.45, Major Roofing – concrete $3,100.00, Wyoming Retirement – employee benefits $15,718.23, Starla & Grisham Oxford – water deposit refund $68.00, Breanne West & Michael Thornton – water deposit refund $57.33, Power Engineering – progress billing $154.50, Bridger Valley Fencing – fencing $4,500.00, American Parks Company – ADA swing harness $563.00, Eric Phillips – judge contract $1,200.00, Panda Plumbing – dog wash station $1,013.20, Epicstar – solar radar speed sign $2,945.00, second by Councilman Moretti, motion carried unanimously.
Councilman Bramlett made a motion to adjourn into an Executive Session for employment, and legal advice issues, second by Councilman Moretti, motion carried unanimously.
Lisa Bradshaw, Clerk
Shane Hooton, Mayor
PUBLISHED: July 30, 2026 26125
REQUEST FOR BIDS
Bridger Valley Water Conservancy District requests sealed bids for the purchase of one (1) new 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. Requested equipment specifications:
2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Crew cab, standard bed
WT model
Summit White in color
Standard wheels
Jet black, vinyl seat trim
Z71 Off-road package
Trailering package
10 ply all-terrain tires
4 wheel drive
USB ports
Front and rear rubberized floor mats
Rear under seat storage
Include equipment specs, total cost, delivery time and warranty information. Submit bids marked “Truck bid” to: Bridger Valley Water Conservancy District, PO Box 177, Mountain View, WY 82939 by July 31, 2026 at 5:00 pm. Sealed bids will be opened and awarded, pending approval, at 8:00 pm on August 10, 2026 during the regularly scheduled monthly board of directors meeting.
For questions contact John Schiess at 307-747-0035
Bridger Valley Water Conservancy District reserves the right to reject any or all bids.
PUBLISHED: July 9, 16, 23, 30, 2026 26115
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
The Town of Lyman Planning and Zoning will hold a public hearing regarding a request from Curtis Moore. Mr. Moore has made a request to place a camper and stay in it while he builds his house at 312 W. Clark St. The meeting will be held in the conference room at the Lyman Town Hall on August 4, 2026, at 6:30 P.M.
PUBLISHED: July 30, 2026 26128
PUBLIC HEARING NOTiCE
The Town of Lyman Planning and Zoning will hold a public hearing regarding a request from Saxen Branham. Ms. Branham has made a request to have a pigmy goat for weed and lawn control at 1701 Center Dr. The meeting will be held in the conference room at the Lyman Town Hall on August 4, 2026, at 6:30 P.M.
PUBLISHED: July 30, 2026 26129
Public Notice
UINTA COUNTY BOARD VACANCY
The Uinta County Commissioners will accept applications for a vacant seat on the Uinta County Predatory Management Board. Applications can be found at www.uintacounty.com under the Documents tab or at the County Clerk’s Office located at 225 9th St. Evanston. Completed applications are due in the County Clerk’s Office by 5:00 p.m. August 13, 2026. Applications can be mailed to 225 9th St. Evanston, WY 82930; faxed to 307-783-0511 or emailed to amhutchinson@uintacountywy.gov.
PUBLISHED: July 23, 30, August 6, 2026 26123
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
Uinta County School District #4 will accept sealed proposals for the front-end HVAC control system upgrade for the Mountain View K-8 School and High School, subject to the conditions contained in the General Conditions, Special Provisions and Specifications until September 2, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., at Uinta County School District No.4 Central Office, 129 West Second Street, Mountain View, Wyoming 82939. Bids will then be publicly opened and read aloud. Proposals will be received for the work as set forth in the bid package, the project generally being described as follows:
This project will consist of removing and replacing the front-end control system JACEs for the HVAC system.
Copies of the plans, specifications and contract documents may be obtained by contacting Nico Elardi, PE, at Outlaw Engineering, 808 Main Street, Evanston, Wyoming, 82930, Email: nico@outlaw-engineering.com, Phone: (307) 679-0237, Fax: (307) 789-6456.
These documents will be available electronically for download at no cost, by contacting the Engineer for instructions. A mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held on August 11, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at Mountain View K-8 School, in Mountain View Wyoming.
Wyoming State Statutes apply to the bidding and construction of this Public Works Project including but not limited to the following sections: W.S. 9-2-3004 10% Bid Bond Required, W.S. 16-6-102 5% Resident Contractor Preference, W.S. 16-6-104 5% Wyoming Materials and Suppliers Preference, W.S. 16-6-112 Performance Guarantee, W.S. 16-6-201-16-6-206 Resident Labor Preference, W.S. 27-3-502(f) Registration with Taxing Authority.
The Owner reserves the right to reject all bids and waive any informality in same if the Governing Body determines that it is in the best interest of the Owner to do so. No bidder will be allowed to withdraw their bid for a period of thirty (30) days or until the successful bidder has entered into a contract with the Owner.
The project shall be complete no later than October 23, 2026, as specified in the bid package.
PUBLISHED: July 23, 30, Aug. 6 , 2026 26121
TOWN OF MOUNTAIN VIEW
REVENUES AND EXPENDITURES
FOR 12 MONTHS ENDING JUNE 30, 2026
GENERAL FUND
REVENUE ACTUAL BUDGET
Local Revenue $ 949,354.86 $ 961,500.00
Intergovernmental Revenue $ 308,668.34 $ 308,000.00
Licenses & Permits $ 67,707.34 $ 56,010.00
Fees and Charges $ 18,233.46 $ 17,300.00
Court and Police Fees $ 12,001.00 $ 20,100.00
Miscellaneous Income $ 4,667.02 $ 1,500.00
Lottery $ 89,309.53 $ 80,000.00
Interest Earnings $ 130,173.95 $ 70,000.00
Homeland Security Grant $ 16,551.20 $ 32,033.00
WBC-Master Plan Grant $ 64,796.03 $ 41,022.00
TOTAL GENERAL FUND REVENUE $ 1,661,462.73 $ 1,587,465.00
EXPENDITURES
General Government and Administration $ 448,431.91 $ 512,299.00
Public Works $ 356,582.29 $ 413,132.00
Park $ 162,880.97 $ 200,912.00
Public Safety $ 319,264.72 $ 461,122.00
TOTAL GENERAL FUND EXPENDITURES $ 1,287,159.89 $1,587,465.00
TOTAL REVENUE $ 1,661,462.73
TOTAL EXPENDITURES $ 1,287,159.89
REVENUE OVER (UNDER) EXPENDITURES $ 374,302.84
WATER FUND
REVENUE ACTUAL BUDGET
Water Sales $ 593,712.28 $ 621,000.00
BVJPB Fee $ 16,890.28 $ 14,200.00
Hook Up Fees $ 4,125.00 $ 3,000.00
Water Meter Charges $ 2,430.00 $ 500.00
Penalties and Forfeitures $ 14,271.42 $ 5,000.00
Meter Replacement Fee $ 11,263.96 $ 9,000.00
Interest Earnings $ 12,409.39 $ 5,000.00
On-Line Convenience Fee $ 2,859.52 $ 100.00
Miscellaneous $ - $ 100.00
TOTAL WATER FUND REVENUES $ 657,961.85 $ 657,900.00
EXPENDITURES
Water Fund Expenditures $ 550,115.02 $ 6,579,000.00
TOTAL WATER FUND EXPENDITURES $ 550,115.02 $ 6,579,000.00
TOTAL REVENUE $ 657,900.00
TOTAL EXPENDITURES $ 550,115.02
REVENUE OVER (UNDER) EXPENDITURES $ 107,784.98
SEWER FUND
REVENUE
Sewer Assessment $ 371,563.04 $ 374,000.00
Hookup Fees $ 4,125.00 $ 3,000.00
Sewer Depreciation/Replacement $ 21,062.56 $ 20,000.00
SRF Loan Fees $ 100,822.23 $ 86,600.00
Interest Earnings $ 37,084.37 $ 20,000.00
On-Line Convenience Fee. $ - $ 100.00
Miscellaneous $ 250.00 $ 100.00
Sewer Fund Reserves $ 475,157.00 $ 475,157.00
TOTAL SEWER REVENUES $ 1,010,064.20 $ 978,957.00
EXPENDITURES
Sewer Fund Expenditures $ 306,778.07 $ 419,236.00
SRF Loan Payment $ 82,517.57 $ 86,600.00
SRF Loan Pay Off $ 475,157.02 $ 475,157.00
TOTAL EXPENDITURES $ 864,452.66 $ 980,993.00
TOTAL REVENUE $ 978,957.00
TOTAL EXPENDITURES $ 864,452.66
REVENUE OVER (UNDER) EXPENDITURES $ 114,504.34
DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT FUND
REVENUE
Lease Payments $ 601.00 $ 900.00
Lot Sales $ - $ 7,300.00
Interest Earnings $ 2,588.26 $ 1,000.00
Development Fund Reserves $ - $ -
TOTAL REVENUE $ 3,189.26 $ 9,200.00
EXPENDITURES
General Expenditures $ 998.17 $ 9,200.00
Commercial Drive Expenditures $ - $ -
TOTAL EXPENDITURES $ 998.17 $ 9,200.00
TOTAL REVENUE $ 3,189.26
TOTAL EXPENDITURES $ 998.17
REVENUE OVER (UNDER) EXPENDITURES $ 2,191.09
LODGING TAX FUND
REVENUE
Lodging Tax UC $ 5,732.09 $ 6,200.00
Lodging Tax MV $ 6,013.56 $ 6,200.00
Interest Earnings $ 1,120.05 $ 600.00
TOTAL REVENUE $ 12,865.70 $ 13,000.00
EXPENDITURES
Administration $ - $ 250.00
Advertising/Promotional $ 703.99 $ 2,000.00
Website $ 9,955.95 $ 10,000.00
Local Events $ - $ 750.00
TOTAL EXPENDITURES $ 10,659.94 $ 13,000.00
TOTAL REVENUE $ 12,865.70
TOTAL EXPENDITURES $ 10,659.94
REVENUE OVER EXPENDITURES $ 2,205.76
INDUSTRIAL SITING/TRUST/GRANT
REVENUE
Industrial Siting $ 59,032.73 $ -
Trust $ 16,209.70 $ -
250th Grant $ 5,400.00 $ -
Interest Earnings Industrial Siting $ 383.96 $ -
Interest Earnings Trust $ 186.88 $ -
TOTAL REVENUE $ 81,213.27 $ -
EXPENDITURES
250th Grant $ 185.93 $ -
TOTAL EXPENDITURES $ 185.93 $ -
TOTAL REVENUE $ 81,213.27
TOTAL EXPENDITURES $ 185.93
REVENUES OVER EXPENDITURES $ 81,027.34
TOTAL NET REVENUE OVER (UNDER) EPENDITURES
$682,016.35
PUBLISHED: July 30, 2026 26130
