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Town of LaGrange
February 2015 Newsletter
Minutes of the Regular Meeting, Town of LaGrange, Wyoming, meeting at the Town Hall on January 15th 2015 at
7:00pm. Present were Mayor Mark Marshall, Councilman Joel Tremain, Mike Huseby, John Beightol and Cameron
McCoy. Town Clerk Cathy Stoddard, Public Works Director Tracy Pragnell and Attorney Ed Buchanan were also
present. There were no visitors attending.
Mayor Marshall called the meeting to order at 7:14pm. Joel moved to approve the minutes as read. Mike
seconded, motion carried.
Mayor Marshall asked for old business. Tracy gave an update on the sewer project. He stated the new bids will be
opened January 23rd 2015. Mayor Marshall tabled the third reading of Ordinance #59 An Ordinance relating to sewer
bonds. Cameron moved to approve the third and final reading of Ordinance #61 An ordinance repealing town code
title 6. Joel seconded, motion carried.
Mayor Marshall asked for new business. Mike moved to submit a grant application in the amount of $8,800 to
USDA for the engineering of the water tower and VFD drives project and to add Cathy Stoddard, Town Clerk, as a
signatory. John seconded, motion carried. Joel moved to submit the resolution and loan application to the State Land
& Investment board for reallocation of 2013/2014 funds in the amount of $31,558 from the landfill project to the
water tower and VFD drive project. Mike seconded, motion carried. Town Code Book Title 7 Chapter 2 Sewer was
discussed and revisions will be made and presented at the next scheduled council meeting. Clerk and Public Works
questions were discussed. Tracy Pragnell gave an update on the Goshen County Facilities Planning Committee
meeting. Tracy reminded the council of the bid opening Friday January 23rd at 2:00pm and the special meeting
Tuesday January 27th at 7:30am. Joel moved to pay the bills, Cameron seconded, motion carried. John moved to
adjourn the meeting at 8:50pm.
LaGrange Sewer Project Update
The sewer project bid has been accepted, and the construction process is set to begin in early March 2015. Most of
the work will be done in the alleyways, so EVERYONE needs to remove all personal property from the alleys by
March 1st. If you have any questions about alley boundaries or what needs to be moved, please contact
Town Hall at 834-2466.
If you have not contacted Town Hall in regards
to your dog tag, you are now past due. There will be a
$25 fine assessed per dog when you come in to pay for
your tags. If you are having difficulties getting in,
please let us know and we can work with you.
Attention local businesses
For $10.00 a year, your business advertisement can be
added to the Town of LaGrange website.
Call the Town Hall for more information at 834-2466.
LaGrange Community Building Fundraiser
This year’s fundraiser will be held Thursday,
March 12th. Serving will begin at 5:30pm with pizza
and drinks on the menu.
There will be no Silent Auction, however, we will have
more pies and cakes for auction
beginning at 6:30pm!
Our annual meeting will be held March 26th.
Watch for more info on these items in the
March newsletter.
LaGrange Winter Community Ed Classes
You can register and pay for any of the classes by calling LaGrange Town Hall at 307-834-2466 or Susie in Torrington at 307-532-8213.
Please register at least one week in advance. This really helps in the organizing of the class.
Events and Trips Sponsored by Eastern Wyoming College
“Hairspray”
Location - Candlelight Dinner Theatre, load at EWC parking lot
Date & Time - Sunday, Feb 1st, 9:00am to 6:00pm
Cost - $65, includes meal, beverage, tip
Registration Deadline - January 23
Denver Garden and Home Show
Location - Budweiser Events Center, Loveland, load @ EWC parking
Date & Time - Saturday, Feb 14, 6:30am-6:00pm
Cost - $40, includes admission to show
Open Computer Lab
The cost is $30.00 for 30 visits. (Jan.-May 2015)
for the use of the EWC Computer Center at the
LaGrange Heritage Square. The Computer Center is
currently open Mon-Fri 7am-2pm or upon request. Contact
Robin Boyd for more info at 307-834-9378. Use up-to-date
technology & software as well as internet access in the EWC
Community Education Computer Center. The center is available
for use by any community member. You do not need to be enrolled
in a college class. Anyone under the age of 12 must be
accompanied by an adult.
Gym for Tots
Location - LaGrange Elementary Gym
Instructor - Kara McRae
Time - 3:45-4:45pm
Dates - Mondays, Feb 2-May 4
Cost - Free
Ages - 1 to 5 years
Looking for a play day for your young one?? Come join us at the
LaGrange Elem Gym for some fun in the gym! We will be
exercising while playing games!
Co-Ed Volleyball
Location - LaGrange Elementary School Gym
Instructor- Laurie Kelley
Time - 7:00-9:00pm
Date - January 15 to May 7, Thursdays
Age - 15 to Adult
Cost - FREE
Our Home History
Location - LHS Bldg, Suite 217
Instructor - Judy Bartman
Time - 6:00-8:30pm
Date - Thursdays, Jan 22-Feb 26
Price - $5 per person
Continue our journey through the history of Bear Creek and
LaGrange. We will explore the archeology, geology, plants, early
home building and early transportation systems that have shaped our
community.
Little Diggers Volleyball
Location - LaGrange Elem School Gym
Instructor - Brandy Evans
Time - K thru 3rd Grade: 3:40-4:10pm
Grades 4 thru 6: 4:15-5:15pm
Dates - Feb 17, 18, 19 (Tues, Weds, Thurs)
Cost - $3
This game is to introduce the game and fundamental skills of
volleyball to elementary aged boys and girls in a fun and safe
environment.
Wyoming Health Fair’s Annual Blood
Screening Clinic will be held in La Grange on
February 4 from 6-8am at the Community
Building. If you miss this one, there will be a clinic in
Torrington at the Rendezvous Center on
March 25-28, 6:00-9:30am.
Cent$ible Nutrition Program
Location-LaGrange Elem School Kitchen
Instructor-Denise Jackson
Date-March 3-April 14 (Tuesdays)
Time-3:30-5:00pm
Cost-$25, Free to those who’s income qualifies.
What will you gain? Save money! Learn how to make food
resources last all month! Save time! Learn how to prepare and
serve healthy meals. Achieve and maintain a healthy weight!
Receive a Cent$ible Nutrition Cookbook and other valuable
kitchen gadgets.
For info on eligibility, call Denise at (307)532-2436
If you are unsure if this is the class for you or would like to learn
more, please plan on joining me for an introduction class on
Tuesday, Feb 17th from 2-3:00pm at the LHS Building.
Remember to check out the Town of LaGrange
website for current and upcoming events!!
www.lagrangewyo.com
Come and enjoy playing the game of volleyball. All skill levels
welcome. Basic competitive volleyball rules apply.
Please contact Cathy or Tracy Wilson at 834-2466 by February 20th if you have any information you would like to have
included in the March newsletter.
LaGrange Bear Creek Library News
New Library Hours (updated 2/1/15)
Monday 10:30-11:30am & 2:00-4:00pm Tuesday 10:00am- 12:00noon Wednesday 2:00-4:00pm
Thursday 3:00-5:00pm Friday 1:30-4:30pm, but class in session in Children’s Room
Other days and times, please call ahead (307-834-9309) or watch for the OPEN sign. Volunteers may sign up to
be on-call substitutes or to serve as random-time hosts. All times are thanks to the selfless dedication of our volunteer staff. Please leave your contact information at the Library, or call Cheryl at 834-2459.
Donations
Financial support for the Library and History Center is always appreciated. At this time we cannot accept donations of most
used adult books unless they are current or nearly new “best sellers”, and we always welcome children’s books.
Next Meeting Date
Unity meetings will be held the 3rd Monday of each month. Please save that date and come to the monthly meetings.
Calling All Patrons and Supporters of the Library and History Center!
LaGrange-Bear Creek Unity Association
Invites you and your family to our FREE SOUP & PIE supper
At LHS Heritage Square, 6 pm on February 16, 2015.
Menu: Soups, Pies, & other desserts.
Join us for supper, updates, and idea-gathering at our Unity Association Annual Meeting as we
CELEBRATE our donors, volunteers, patrons, and growth.
Help us say, “Thanks!”
Info @ 834-2459.
Free: NOT a fund-raiser. Come take part in this important community organization.
News from the LaGrange-Bear Creek Unity Association
Library and History Center
Free! Art Class and Poster Contest 2015
For students from the LaGrange Community in Grades 2-12
Fridays, February 6, 13, 20, & 27 1:40-3:40 pm for elementary ages
2:40-4:40pm for grades 7-12
Location: LaGrange Unity Library in LHS Heritage Square
(Use the Ramp Doors)
This EWC Community Education class is offered in conjunction with the LaGrange American Legion Auxiliary
Poppy Poster Contest. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about American history and poster art, while
constructing Poppy Posters to honor our Military Veterans. We will display the students’ Poppy Posters in the
community and enter some posters from each division in the American Legion Auxiliary competition. Contest
winners earn prize money and recognition. This class will provide instructions and guidance for taking part in the
Poppy Poster Contest, while expanding appreciation for America’s heroes.
Parents are responsible for transportation and must give written permission by pre-registering their children. This
class is offered FREE of charge. Basic art supplies are furnished by EWC and John A McGill American Legion
Auxiliary Unit #70. We ask students to bring their patriotism and creative ideas.
For more information, contact instructor Cheryl Grandstaff: 307-834-2459
Or EWC Community Ed Coordinator Cathy Stoddard: 307-834-2466
Attention High School Seniors: Scholarship Contest!
The Carolyn Laycock Memorial Scholarship Essay Contest, sponsored by the John A McGill Unity #70 - American
Legion Auxiliary will award $175 to one college-bound senior from Southeast High School or with ties to the
LaGrange Community.
This year’s contest requires the contestants to interview a Veteran and then write the Veteran’s story, including the student’s
response to the Veteran’s experiences. All essays will be preserved in a Veterans’ History Collection in the LaGrange-Bear
Creek Library for all to enjoy.
Complete rules and information are available from Cheryl Grandstaff, contest director,
phone 307-834-2459. Several local veterans have agreed to be interviewed. If you are a veteran and would be willing to share
your story with a student, please phone Cheryl Grandstaff. Each veteran may only be interviewed once, so students are advised
to make an appointment with their veteran early.
All essays are due by noon on February 26, 2015.
LaGrange Elementary School Fundraiser
Join us for a Spaghetti and Movie Night fundraiser for the students of LaGrange Elementary School.
This fun night will be February 20th, dinner at 6:00pm, followed by a movie at 7:00pm.
There will also be raffles throughout the evening.
Price for dinner is $5.00 adults/$3.00 for children 12 and under, the movie is FREE! Bring your pillows and
blankets for an enjoyable, relaxing evening. Popcorn and bottled water will be sold during the movie.
All proceeds will go toward the educational trip fund.
Support your local school and students and enjoy a night out without leaving town!
Located in the LHS Building
February 2015
Senior Friendship Center Lunch Menu
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
3 Chicken fried steak,
potatoes & gravy, green mashed potatoes & gravy,
beans, Russian salad,
Italian blend vegies,
applesauce
tossed salad, dark cherries
4 Lemon peppered cod,
5 Braised beef with
brown rice, asparagus,
carrot-raisin salad, apple
crisp
6 Oven fried chicken,
mushroom gravy, noodles, mashed potatoes &
gravy, pacific blend
broccoli, raisin bread,
coleslaw, fruity cherry jello vegies, mandarin
oranges, gingerbread
9 Meatloaf, baked
potatoes, baked lima
beans, tossed salad,
fruit cup
10 Turkey tetrazzini,
broccoli, bread, coleslaw,
mandarin oranges
11 Polish sausage on
a bun, company
potatoes, sauerkraut,
Brussel sprouts, apple
crisp
12 Beef enchilada
casserole, peas,
lettuce & tomato
salad, tropical fruit
mix, brownie
13 Chicken fried steak
mashed potatoes &
gravy, Italian vegies,
muffin, grapes, peanut
butter cookie
16 Porcupine meatballs
Cauliflower & peas,
tossed salad, peaches,
tapioca pudding
17 Beef & bean burrito
smothered with green chili,
lettuce, tomato, fresh fruit,
lemon bar
18 Ham, Brussel
sprouts, macaroni &
cheese, tossed salad,
bread, peach crisp
19 Chicken strips,
sweet potato, tossed
salad, mixed vegies
with lemon pepper,
pears
20 Swiss steak, wild
rice, carrot coins,
bread, fresh fruit
23 Beef stew, cheese
stick, biscuit, cottage
cheese & peaches,
snicker doodle cookie
24 Turkey, mashed potato
& gravy, Minnesota green
beans, pumpkin muffin,
cran apple salad
25 Potato crusted cod,
baked squash,
California blend
vegies, fruit parfait
26 BBQ pork wing,
baked squash, tossed
salad, bread, fruit
pizza
27 Roast beef, mashed
2 Pork chops, mashed
If you would like a
home delivered meal,
please call before
9:30am. 575-6637
Fri
potatoes & gravy, pacific
blend vegies, Asian
salad, cinnamon apple
slices, oatmeal cookie
1
8
15
22
Sunday
Monday
Library Hours 2/1/15
No School-LaGrange
& Southeast Students
Groundhog Day
President’s Day
Town Hall Closed
4H/Cloverbuds Meeting
7:00pm, Comm Bldg
EMT Meeting 7:00pm, Fire Hall
LaGrange/Bear Creek Unity
Library Meeting And Soup and
Thanks Night Dinner at 600pm,
Mtg at 7:00pm at LHS Bldg
16
9
2
24
Tuesday
Cent$ible Nutrition
Intro Class, LHS Bldg
2:00-3:00pm
Wednesday
AWANA/Cubbies
6-7:30pm
Thursday
Canned Food Month
Our Home History
LHS Bldg, Suite 217
6:00-8:30pm
Co-Ed Volleyball
LaGrange Elem Gym 7-9pm
Co-Ed Volleyball
LaGrange Elem Gym 7-9pm
Our Home History
LHS Bldg 6:00-8:30pm
Meeting 7:00pm Tow n Hall
12 Regular Town Council
4 Wyoming Health Fair’s 5
Annual Blood Screening
Community Bldg, 6-8am
11
AWANA/Cubbies
6-7:30pm
LaGrange Elem Gym
AWANA/Cubbies
6-7:30pm
AWANA/Cubbies
6-7:30pm
Fire Dept Meeting
8:00pm Fire Hall
Black History Month
25
Co-Ed Volleyball
LaGrange Elem Gym 7-9pm
Our Home History
LHS Bldg 6:00-8:30pm
7
Friday
6
14
28
21
Saturday
Boy Scouts Day
Happy Valentine’s
Day!
Longhorn Café’s
Valentine’s Day Dinner
4:00-8:00pm
13
20
Deadline for
26
27 No School-LaGrange
Am Legion Aux. Scholarship
& Southeast Students
Essay Contest
Co-Ed Volleyball
LaGrange Elem Gym 7-9:00pm
17 Little Diggers Volleyball 18 Homemakers Club Mtg 19
Bonnie Patterson’s Home,
Our Home History
LaGrange Elem Gym
1:30pm
LHS
Bldg, Suite 217
Grades K-3 3:40-4:10pm
6:00-8:30pm
Grades 4-6 4:15-5:15pm
Little Diggers Volleyball
10
3
Monday 10:30-11:30am & 2:00-4:00pm Tuesday 10:00am-12noon
Wednesday 2:00-4:00pm Thursday 3:00-5:00pm Friday 1:30-4:30pm
Other Days Vary, we need morning hosts.
Library phone Number 307-834-9309
Youth Group
6-8pm
Youth Group
6-8pm
Youth Group
6-8pm
23
George
Washington’s
Birthday
Youth Group
6-8pm
Nat’l Children’s Dental
Health Month
COMMUNITY BUILDING FUNDRAISER
This year’s fundraiser will be held on
Thursday, March 12th. The annual
meeting will be held March 26th.
Town of LaGrange
PO Box 185
LaGrange, WY 82221
Longhorn Café’s
Valentine’s Day Dinner
Saturday, February 14, 2015
4:00-8:00pm
Choice of:
Rib Eye Steak or Shrimp
All You Can Eat:
Salad Bar, Potato Bar,
Homemade Rolls and Dessert
All You Can Drink
Price: $18.00 per person
Children’s menu will be available at regular prices.