The Alpine Town Council met on October 6, at Alpine Town Hall. The meeting began at 6:00 p.m. and included an executive session concerning litigation. No action was taken.

The regular meeting reconvened at 7:04 p.m.

Roundabout, Community and Engineering Updates:

Mayor Green reported that traffic counters and a WYDOT camera were collecting data for the temporary roundabout demonstration and encouraged the public to complete the survey. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YB2DRHX

Councilmember Burchard reported on the successful Fall Festival and cleanup and highlighted upcoming events, including the October 24 craft fair and Trunk or Treat at Town Hall on October 31 at 5 p.m.

Jorgensen Engineering provided updates on water meters, generator projects, a proposed sewer rate study, and Greys River Road planning. Wastewater treatment plant UV equipment proposals exceeded the budget and would receive further review before proceeding.

Bear Awareness and Wildlife Safety Discussed:

Representatives from Bear Wise Jackson Hole shared ways residents can reduce wildlife conflicts, including securing garbage and other food sources, using bear-resistant trash containers, and reporting concerns to Wyoming Game and Fish.

Fireworks and Special Event Permit Regulations Reviewed:

The Council discussed the proposed fireworks ordinance, including wildfire risk, enforcement, education, and economic impacts. Staff were asked to research alternatives, develop a community survey, and coordinate with Lincoln County.

Related business license and special event permit provisions will also receive review.

Council Adopts 2026 Master Plan:

The Council approved Resolution No. 2026-036, adopting the Town’s 2026 Master Plan, repealing Resolution No. 2025-014, and reinstating Section 1-104(B)(7) of the Land Use and Development Code. The motion passed 4-1, with Councilmember Scaffide voting against it.

Music in the Mountains Funding Approved:

The Council authorized staff to submit a Travel & Tourism grant application for up to $32,000 for the 2027 series, including $8,000 for June bookings and $24,000 for July through September, subject to available funding and grant approval.

The Council also approved an additional $3,500 in FY27 expenses, increasing the authorized amount from $20,000 to $23,500, funded from prior-year fund balance. Both motions passed with four votes in favor. Councilmember Larsen recused himself.

Council Requests Further Review of Gravel Pit Subdivision:

The Council unanimously adopted Resolution No. 2026-037, requesting that Lincoln County table or continue consideration of the Alpine Gravel Pit simple subdivision pending further review of land-use rights, setbacks, access, and water and wastewater provisions.

The resolution clarifies that County approval would not commit the Town to provide municipal utility service.

Upcoming Meetings and Candidate Forum:

The next Regular Town Council Meeting is scheduled for October 20, 2026, at Town Hall, with call to order and executive session at 6:00 p.m. The regular meeting will reconvene at 7 p.m.

The Candidate Forum will be held on October 21, 2026, at the Alpine Civic Center, 121 US Hwy 89.

A Special Town Council Meeting and public hearing regarding the Turley annexation is scheduled for October 28, 2026, at 7:00 p.m., at the Alpine Civic Center. Written public comment may be submitted to clerk@alpinewy.gov. Submission by noon on Thursday, October 22, 2026, is requested to facilitate distribution to and review by the Town Council prior to the hearing