During the oral comments portion of the Buffalo City Council meeting, Mayor Shane Schrader expressed gratitude to the Wyoming County Commissioners Association (WCCA) for organizing a recent congressional staff tour of the area’s natural resources. The tour, held Aug. 11‑14, brought fourteen congressional staff members to Wyoming County to learn about local water supplies, wildlife habitats, and the challenges facing the region’s reservoirs.
Tour Highlights and Local Expertise
Mayor Schrader singled out former City Attorney Dennis Kirven for his deep knowledge of Tie Hack Reservoir, noting that Kirven’s “file cabinet of a brain” helped participants understand the history and current conditions of the water body. The mayor also thanked Mr. Curvin, a local water‑resource specialist, for guiding the group up to the reservoir and providing on‑site explanations.
According to the mayor, the visitors left with a “greater understanding of Wyoming’s natural resources and the challenges that we face.” He described the experience as a “great time” for both the congressional staff and the local officials who helped coordinate the event.
Community and Government Collaboration
The tour underscores the collaborative relationship between Buffalo’s municipal leadership and neighboring county officials. By inviting federal staff to see the area’s water infrastructure firsthand, local leaders hope to foster informed decision‑making at the national level that supports the region’s environmental and economic needs.
Mayor Schrader also thanked the commissioners for the thank‑you note they sent after the tour, emphasizing the importance of continued dialogue between city and county agencies.
Looking Ahead
While the tour focused on water resources, the mayor indicated that similar outreach efforts could be expanded to other natural‑resource topics, such as land management and wildlife conservation. He encouraged residents and businesses to stay engaged with local officials to ensure that Buffalo’s voice is heard in broader policy discussions.
Buffalo’s city council will continue to monitor the outcomes of the tour and explore additional opportunities for cooperation with regional partners.
Original reporting: Sheridan Media (Sheridan WY) — read the source article.
