Gillette City Council Approves Major Infrastructure Projects, Reviews Long-Term Finances

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The Gillette City Council approved a slate of major infrastructure projects, including water, sewer, and power system upgrades, as part of the city's $26 million Capital Improvement Plan for fiscal year 2026. The council also reviewed long-term financial projections for the city's enterprise funds, including the Solid Waste, Water, Wastewater, and Power funds, and decided against any rate increases for the upcoming fiscal year.

Why it matters

The city's infrastructure investments and financial planning decisions will have a significant impact on the community's quality of life and economic development. Maintaining and upgrading critical utilities like water, sewer, and power are essential for supporting the city's growth and ensuring reliable service for residents and businesses.

The details

The Capital Improvement Plan includes $680,000 for city facility access control upgrades, $205,000 in IT switch replacements, and $150,000 for a study on potential softball field expansions. Public safety projects include a new tactical command trailer for the police department and a $72,000 community service officer vehicle. Water projects total $395,000 for well rehabilitations and a lead and copper compliance platform. Power system work includes $1.75 million in distribution line maintenance and capital improvements at the WyGen 3 and CT2 plants. Sewer projects feature $250,000 for interior coating work and $2.5 million in primary clarifier improvements.

• The City Council approved the fiscal year 2026 Capital Improvement Plan on February 18, 2026.

What they’re saying

What’s next

The city will begin implementing the approved infrastructure projects in the coming fiscal year, while continuing to monitor the financial health of its enterprise funds.