Amy Currie Sworn In as New Pine Bluffs Town Council Member

Currie selected from three candidates to fill vacancy left by former council member Dennis Michaud

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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Amy Currie was sworn in as the newest member of the Pine Bluffs Town Council on Monday night. Currie was selected last week from a short list of three candidates to fill the council seat vacated by Dennis Michaud, who assumed the role of town mayor. The council also approved several permits and ordinances during the meeting, but a proposed Memorandum of Agreement between the police department and a federal task force was postponed for further discussion after hearing concerns from local residents.

Why it matters

Currie's appointment to the town council represents a change in local leadership and an opportunity for new perspectives to shape policy decisions in Pine Bluffs. The debate over the police department's proposed agreement with a federal task force also highlights ongoing community discussions around law enforcement and public safety.

The details

During the council meeting, Currie was questioned on a range of topics including her personal agenda, budget issues, and decision-making approach before being selected for the vacant seat. The council also approved permits for local events and a second reading of an ordinance amending the town's zoning code. However, a proposed Memorandum of Agreement between the Pine Bluffs Police Department and the 287(g) Task Force was postponed after residents voiced concerns about potential impacts on the community and whether it would detract from the police department's core duties.

  • Amy Currie was sworn in as the newest Pine Bluffs Town Council Member on Monday, February 12, 2026.
  • The council meeting where Currie was appointed took place last week, prior to her swearing-in ceremony.

The players

Amy Currie

The newest member of the Pine Bluffs Town Council, selected from a short list of three candidates to fill the seat vacated by former council member Dennis Michaud.

Dennis Michaud

The former Pine Bluffs Town Council member who assumed the role of town mayor.

Leanne Person

The Pine Bluffs Town Clerk who swore in Amy Currie as the new council member.

Austin Smith

The Pine Bluffs Police Chief who answered questions from the council and residents about a proposed Memorandum of Agreement between the police department and a federal task force.

Dave Hendricks

A Pine Bluffs resident who expressed concerns about who could be affected by the proposed Memorandum of Agreement between the police department and the federal task force.

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What they’re saying

“Concerns were raised on local police targeting certain citizens and what could happen to them.”

— Dave Hendricks, Pine Bluffs resident (Pine Bluffs Post)

“Clint Jessen was curious as to when the local law enforcement would be using this new training and procedures and would it detract from local law enforcement primary duties to the citizens of Pine Bluffs.”

— Clint Jessen, Pine Bluffs resident (Pine Bluffs Post)

“Ashley Jessen read a letter of concern from a student at Pine Bluffs Hight School on her concerns it the MOA was passed.”

— Ashley Jessen, Pine Bluffs resident (Pine Bluffs Post)

What’s next

The Pine Bluffs Town Council will meet again on February 23, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. to further discuss and potentially vote on the proposed Memorandum of Agreement between the police department and the federal task force.

The takeaway

Currie's appointment to the Pine Bluffs Town Council represents a change in local leadership, while the debate over the police department's proposed agreement with a federal task force highlights ongoing community discussions around law enforcement and public safety in the town.