Urban Renewal Agency

This new public body will consist of five members appointed by the City Council to help guide the City’s redevelopment and revitalization efforts.

Members were selected based on their experience or interest in community planning, urban renewal, economic development, or business management. The board plays a key role in identifying areas in need of reinvestment, working with developers, and helping the City carry out long-term renewal projects that enhance infrastructure, housing, and economic growth.


Current Members

Melinda Trabing - Term Expires 3/11/2026

Morryah McCurdy - Term Expires 3/11/2027

Breck Wagstaff - Term Expires 3/11/2028

Jay Hancock - Term Expires 3/11/2029

Josh Moore - Term Expires 3/11/2030


Staggered Terms:

To ensure continuity, the original appointment of five members will be staggered as follows:

  • One (1) member for a term of one (1) year
  • One (1) member for a term of two (2) years
  • One (1) member for a term of three (3) years
  • One (1) member for a term of four (4) years
  • One (1) member for a term of five (5) years
     After these initial terms, all future appointments will be for five (5) years.

 

Responsibilities of the URA:

The Urban Renewal Agency, established under Wyoming Statutes § 15-9-101 through § 15-9-139, is empowered to:

  • Plan and carry out urban renewal projects within designated areas;
  • Evaluate and act on areas of “blight” based on a formal blight study;
  • Coordinate redevelopment efforts, including infrastructure and housing;
  • Utilize financial tools, such as Tax Increment Financing (TIF), to fund improvements;
  • Acquire, improve, or transfer properties for redevelopment purposes;
  • Engage with public and private partners to advance urban renewal goals;
  • Ensure all projects align with the City’s adopted planning documents and long-term vision.

The URA’s formation comes alongside a formal blight study and development of a proposed renewal plan tied to the 7-Trails site, which may pave the way for new housing and neighborhood improvements.


For more information, contact the City Clerk’s Office cityclerk@cityofdouglas.org.