Saratoga Council Hears Updates on Ongoing Infrastructure Projects

Public Works Director Emery Penner outlines plans for park improvements, road maintenance, and utility upgrades

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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Saratoga's Public Works Director Emery Penner recently presented the Town Council with updates on a variety of ongoing infrastructure projects, including improvements to Never Forget Park, work on Kathy Glode Park, pothole repairs, water valve replacements, and the installation of new gateway signs.

Why it matters

These projects aim to enhance the town's public spaces, improve utility reliability, and create a more welcoming entrance for residents and visitors to Saratoga. The updates demonstrate the town's commitment to maintaining and upgrading its infrastructure to better serve the community.

The details

Penner announced plans to install restrooms, curbs, and an irrigation system at Never Forget Park, the town's military and first responder memorial. At Kathy Glode Park, the local power company will move a power pole out of the parking area. Crews will also work to fill potholes around town and address wear and tear on Saratoga Lake Road. Ongoing water valve replacements under West Elm Avenue will require tunneling beneath Highway 130. The West Bench Sanitary Sewer Improvement Project, led by Rocky Mountain Sand and Gravel, has been suspended for the winter but will resume at a later date. Finally, the town has installed new 12-foot-wide gateway signs at the north and south entrances, with plans for additional wayfinding and informational signage throughout the community.

  • The park improvements and utility work are scheduled to begin once the weather warms up this spring.
  • Pothole repairs and road maintenance will take place this summer.
  • The West Bench Sanitary Sewer Improvement Project will resume construction at an unspecified date after the winter season.

The players

Emery Penner

Saratoga's Public Works Director, who presented the updates on the various infrastructure projects to the Town Council.

Carbon Power and Light

The local power company that has agreed to move a power pole out of the parking area at Kathy Glode Park.

Rocky Mountain Sand and Gravel

The Casper-based contractor hired to replace water and sewer lines as part of the West Bench Sanitary Sewer Improvement Project, which has been suspended for the winter.

Enoch Hart

The designer from Wyoming Signs in Casper who created the new gateway signs for the town of Saratoga.

Saratoga Planning Commission

The commission that is pushing for improved wayfinding and signage throughout the town, including the new gateway signs and plans for additional navigation, directional, and informational signage.

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What they’re saying

“Together, the two 12-foot-wide monument signs cost $27,184. Designed by Enoch Hart of Wyoming Signs in Casper, the units are part of the Saratoga Planning Commission's push to improve wayfinding for residents and tourists.”

— Emery Penner, Public Works Director (bigfoot99.com)

What’s next

Penner is expected to provide further updates on these infrastructure and beautification projects at future Saratoga Town Council meetings.

The takeaway

Saratoga is proactively investing in its public spaces, utility systems, and community appearance through a series of infrastructure improvement projects. These efforts demonstrate the town's commitment to enhancing the quality of life for residents and creating a more welcoming environment for visitors.