Cheyenne Finance Committee backs school safety contract, housing donation, land buy

June 2, 2026 - 21:19

CHEYENNE, Wyo. - The Cheyenne City Council's Finance Committee voted Tuesday to advance a $671,369 contract aimed at bolstering school safety, while also backing a significant land donation for affordable housing and a separate property acquisition.

The school safety contract, which now heads to the full council for final approval, would fund security upgrades and personnel across local schools. Committee members voiced strong support for the measure, citing growing concerns about student and staff safety. The funding will cover equipment, training, and coordination with law enforcement.

In a separate action, the committee endorsed the acceptance of a donated parcel of land valued in the millions. The property is intended for the development of affordable housing units, a pressing need in the community as rental costs continue to climb. City officials noted the donation would save taxpayers the expense of purchasing the land outright.

the panel gave its nod to a direct land purchase for future municipal use. Details on the specific location and intended purpose of the buy were not immediately disclosed, but committee members described it as a strategic investment for long-term city planning.

All three items will be presented to the full City Council for a final vote in the coming weeks. The committee's recommendations are typically followed by the broader council.