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Wyoming Administrative Code › Agency 024 - State Parks and Cultural Resources Department › Sub-Agency 0012 - Recreation - Concessions, Leasing › Chapter 9 - INSPECTIONS › Section 9-1 - General Provisions

Current through July 13, 2024
(a) Inspections
				shall be done throughout the year on all concession facilities by Park
				Superintendents and/or Division staff.
(b) A Concession Inspection Report forms will
				be used to ensure all specific requirements are met and for documentation,
				regardless of whose responsibility.
(c) Generally, the inspection will be
				announced. However, limited prior notice may be given when necessary to ensure
				that the Concessionaire or their designated representative will be available to
				accompany the Division personnel performing the inspection. Discretion should
				be used regarding appropriate time frames. For example, restaurant inspections
				will not be conducted during busy meal periods.
(d) Inspections should be performed at least
				annually. Concessions with continued problems or violations may be inspected
				and evaluated as often as necessary to address the particular situation(s).
				Non-conforming concessions may require more frequent inspections.
(e) Inspections may also be performed by
				other government agencies including but not limited to the Department of
				Environmental Quality, Division of Consumer Health, Department of Agriculture,
				State Fire Marshall, BuRec and others as determined by the Division Director or
				required by federal and/or state law.
(f) The Division Director may require a
				concession to close for business temporarily when safety violations are present
				or there is a lapse in insurance coverage. Under these circumstances, the
				concession will not be allowed to reopen until the violations have been
				corrected to the satisfaction of the Division Director. Should this occur more
				than twice in one year the Division Director, with the approval of the
				Department Director, may terminate the contract.
(g) The inspection forms will be filed and
				may be used as a reference during the RFP procedure when current or past
				Concessionaires are competing for a contract. Concessionaires may be awarded
				extra points for having provided quality service to the public, documented by,
				but not limited to:
(i) Visitor
				surveys.
(ii) Letters from the
				public.
(iii) Telephone
				calls.
(iv) Inspection
				reports.
(v) Contract
				compliance.
Wyoming Administrative Code › Agency 024 - State Parks and Cultural Resources Department › Sub-Agency 0012 - Recreation - Concessions, Leasing › Chapter 10 - RE-BIDDING AND ISSUE OF RFP ON EXISTING CONCESSION CONTRACT › Section 10-1 - Guidelines for the Long-Term Contract

Current through July 13, 2024
(a) An existing
				concession must be re-bid under a new RFP prior to the expiration of the
				existing contract.
(b) Six (6)
				months prior to the expiration of the contract, the Division will issue the new
				RFP and will automatically provide the existing Concessionaire with the
				RFP.
(c) Prior to the termination
				of the contract, or if a Concessionaire desires a RFP (see Chapter 5), the
				Division shall begin the process of preparing a RFP.
(i) The Division will identify the services
				which will be required and the services which will be allowed to be provided to
				the public.
(ii) The RFP will state
				the minimum amount the winner will compensate the current Concessionaire, as
				determined by the value of the capital investment and the going concern of the
				business, less any value attributed to the land and location. The minimum bid
				will identify an annual cost which is attributable to the BuRec owned land and
				location which will be determined based on an appraisal of the site and no bid
				of lesser amount will be considered except in cases where the Division may
				request a waiver due to extenuating circumstances.
These amounts will be determined by an appraisal prepared by
				  a state certified independent qualified appraiser, acceptable to the Division
				  and existing Concessionaire. The successful Concessionaire will also pay an
				  administrative fee as determined by the Division and reimburse the state for
				  the appraisal fee within 30 days of receiving the appraisal.
(iii) The procedures for review and selection
				are in Chapter 5. Additional points will be awarded to the existing
				Concessionaire who is rated at least satisfactory during previous
				inspections.
Wyoming Administrative Code › Agency 024 - State Parks and Cultural Resources Department › Sub-Agency 0012 - Recreation - Concessions, Leasing › Chapter 11 - TERMINATION OF EXISTING CONCESSION CONTRACTS › Section 11-1 - Termination of an Existing Concession Contract

Current through July 13, 2024
(a) As stated
				previously in Chapter 9, Section 1(f), a concession contract or agreement may
				be terminated at the Division's discretion when:
(i) Rents or other sums, which the
				Concessionaire agreed to pay, are not paid on the date due,
(ii) If any of the terms, agreements or
				conditions of the contract are violated,
(iii) Or if the Concessionaire becomes
				insolvent or bankrupt.
This termination is subject to the State of Wyoming's
				  approved grievance procedures outlined in Chapter 13.
Wyoming Administrative Code › Agency 024 - State Parks and Cultural Resources Department › Sub-Agency 0012 - Recreation - Concessions, Leasing › Chapter 12 - PURCHASE/TRANSFER OF EXISTING CONCESSION OPERATION › Section 12-1 - General Guidelines

Current through July 13, 2024
(a) New and
				existing long-term concession contracts will not be transferred or assigned
				without prior review and recommendation by the Division and Commission and
				written approval from the Department Director.
(b) Upon approval of the sale or transfer,
				the agreement will be assigned or transferred after meeting the legal
				requirements as to form of the Wyoming Attorney General and full execution of
				all legal documents.
(c) Prior to
				the sale or transfer of an existing concession, the Division will obtain
				written statements from the new Concessionaire, where appropriate, that they
				acknowledge receipt of a copy of the MOU, Amendment to the MOU and the BuRec
				Concession Management Policy Statement.
(d) At BuRec sites, the Department may need
				to obtain BuRec approval before a lease can be transferred.
(e) Under no circumstances will the terms and
				conditions of a lease be modified in the transfer of an existing lease for
				those concessions located at BuRec sites. Only under special or unique
				circumstances will a lease transfer be approved that would change the term and
				conditions of a lease at non BuRec locations. The Department reserves the right
				to amend the lease fee amount or term if a modification is deemed necessary in
				a transfer or purchase.
Wyoming Administrative Code › Agency 024 - State Parks and Cultural Resources Department › Sub-Agency 0012 - Recreation - Concessions, Leasing › Chapter 12 - PURCHASE/TRANSFER OF EXISTING CONCESSION OPERATION › Section 12-2 - Procedure

Current through July 13, 2024
(a) The original Concessionaire must notify
				the Division no less than ninety (90) days prior to the proposed
				purchase/transfer of the contract. This will allow the Division time to
				assemble all the necessary information, notify the Commission and set up a
				meeting to review the proposed transfer. Upon review, the Division and
				Commission will make a recommendation to the Department Director, who will make
				the final decision in writing.
(b)
				The prospective new Concessionaire will be required to pay to the Division a
				non-refundable administrative fee at time of application to cover processing
				and administrative costs. The prospective new Concessionaire may be required,
				where applicable, to sign a document stating they have received the MOU, the
				Amendment to the MOU and the BuRec Concession Management Guidelines.
(c) The prospective new Concessionaire may be
				required to furnish the same information as requested in a RFP for a new
				facility. At a minimum, the party purchasing a concession will provide the
				following:
(i) Personal data of all
				principals,
(ii) Management
				background (Resume),
(iii) Personal
				tax returns of all principals for the previous three (3) years,
(iv) Personal financial statement of all
				principals, current (within ninety (90) days),
(v) Operations experience information of all
				principals,
(vi) Sales contract
				and/or purchase agreement,
(vii)
				Construction bid when applicable,
(viii) Current appraisal of the concession,
				at the expense of the buyer or seller,
(ix) Business references,
(x) Current Concessionaire's financial
				statements,
(xi) Projected income
				statements and cash flow statements,
(xii) Five (5) year Business Plan, if
				appropriate for the concession,
(xiii) Other information as requested by the
				Commission.
Wyoming Administrative Code › Agency 024 - State Parks and Cultural Resources Department › Sub-Agency 0012 - Recreation - Concessions, Leasing › Chapter 13 - GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE › Section 13-1 - Complaints from the Public

Current through July 13, 2024
(a) From time to
				time, there may be complaints from the public concerning accommodations, food,
				service, maintenance and other items. The Concessionaire must satisfactorily
				respond to such complaints within seven (7) days and provide a written copy to
				the Division.
(b) In the event that
				there is not an immediate resolution to the complaint and the customer insists,
				the Concessionaire is to refer the customer to the Park Superintendent who will
				attempt to mediate the problem. If the matter still cannot be resolved, at the
				Park Superintendent's discretion, the matter may be presented to the Division
				Director or his designated representative.
(c) Complaints directed to the Division must
				be in writing from the complaining party and must specify the following:
(i) Specific park, location within the park
				and concession within the park,
(ii) Date and time of incident,
(iii) Description of the
				occurrence,
(iv) What attempts were
				made to resolve the issue,
(v) Why
				those proved unsuccessful,
(vi)
				What, if anything, would resolve the issue.
The Division Director or his designated representative will
				  research the issue and then respond, in writing, to the complaining party,
				  concessionaire and Park Superintendent within seven (7) days of receiving the
				  Concessionaire's reply. The written decision of the Division Director shall be
				  final. A copy of the decision shall be forwarded to the complaining party, the
				  Concessionaire and the Park Superintendent.
Wyoming Administrative Code › Agency 024 - State Parks and Cultural Resources Department › Sub-Agency 0012 - Recreation - Concessions, Leasing › Chapter 13 - GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE › Section 13-2 - Conflicts Between Concessionaire and Park/Site or Division Personnel

Current through July 13, 2024
(a) Compliance or operational questions shall
				be directed to the Park Superintendent.
(b) If the problem cannot be resolved at the
				park level, the Division shall be contacted. In addition:
(i) The Park Superintendent shall submit a
				letter addressing the issue with copies of the documentation to the Division
				and Concessionaire.
(ii) The
				Concessionaire shall submit a letter addressing the issue to the Division and
				provide a copy to the Park Superintendent.
(iii) The Division Director shall mediate the
				issue. It will be at the Division Director's discretion to present the issue to
				the Commission for their consideration and recommendation.
(iv) Should the decision be made to present
				the issue to the Commission, a telephone conference call may be used to
				expedite the process.
(v) The
				written decision of the Division Director shall be final.
Wyoming Administrative Code › Agency 024 - State Parks and Cultural Resources Department › Sub-Agency 0012 - Recreation - Concessions, Leasing › Chapter 14 - SHORT TERM AND SPECIAL USE PERMITS › Section 14-1 - Short Term Permits

Current through July 13, 2024
(a) General
				Guidelines:
(i) A short term permit is for
				commercial use of park areas for up to a one (1) year period. A short term
				permit for a specific concession operation that includes the exclusive use of
				park property will be limited to three consecutive (1) year permits or three
				years total. There are two types of short term permits; Exclusive and
				Non-Exclusive. An Exclusive Use Short Term Permit grants the Permittee the
				exclusive use of a parcel of land for a designated time period to conduct a
				concession enterprise; this special use permit must be put out for bid but may
				be limited to one per park or site. A Non-Exclusive Use Short Term Permit
				allows the concession to conduct business throughout the park; this type does
				not need to be bid but there may be no limit of the number of Non-Exclusive
				permit holders at a park.
Due care not to jeopardize the revenues in existing
				  concession operations will be taken into consideration at all times. Existing
				  Concessionaires will be granted first right of refusal on short term or special
				  use permits affecting their operation.
(ii) The Division reserves the right to limit
				the number of short term permits.
(iii) Upon the Park Superintendent's
				recommendation, the Division Director has the final authority to issue permits.
				The Division Director may limit the number of times a permit is issued to a
				specific individual, group or organization.
(iv) A non-refundable administrative fee, as
				specified by the Division, will be paid in advance.
(v) All potential permit holders must apply
				to the park in writing sixty (60) days prior to the initial start up
				date.
(vi) The Park Superintendent
				may refuse to allow any activity if not expressly authorized by the permit held
				for the park or historic site.
(vii) For both types of permits, the permit
				holder must have liability insurance (which may include liquor liability). A
				permit holder must comply with all federal and state regulations, and release,
				indemnify and hold harmless both the state and federal government.
(viii) Depending on the activity, a damage
				deposit or the filing of a bond with satisfactory surety payable to the state
				may be required by the Division. Should any damage, repair, clean-up or
				environmental remediation exceed the amount of the deposit, the sponsoring
				group, organization or individual will be billed for the balance by the State
				of Wyoming.
(ix) Short Term Permit
				Evaluations:
(A) Both an Exclusive and Non
				Exclusive Use Permit will be evaluated with the following criteria:
(I) Benefit to visitors.
(II) Whether it will address an identified
				need.
(III) Affect on natural,
				cultural or aesthetic resources.
(IV) Return to the state and compliance with
				all requirements.
(V) Other
				information as deemed necessary.
Wyoming Administrative Code › Agency 024 - State Parks and Cultural Resources Department › Sub-Agency 0012 - Recreation - Concessions, Leasing › Chapter 14 - SHORT TERM AND SPECIAL USE PERMITS › Section 14-2 - Special Use Permits

Current through July 13, 2024
(a) General
				Guidelines:
(i) A Special Use Permit is for
				the use of any lands under the administration and control of the Division for a
				period of ten (10) days or less. There are two types of Special Use Permits,
				Commercial and Non-Commercial. A Commercial Special Use Permit authorizes
				commercial activities such as the sale of food, goods or services. A
				Non-Commercial Special Use Permit authorizes non-commercial activities at a
				park such as sporting events, pageants, entertainment and
				re-enactments.
(ii) A
				non-refundable administrative fee, as specified by the Division, will be paid
				in advance. For those types of Commercial Special Use Permits that includes the
				exclusive use of park property, a fee for the fair market value for the
				property in use may be required. The fair market value will be determined by
				the Division. When items are offered for sale by a potential commercial special
				use permit holder and do not include exclusive use, a lease fee will be charged
				based on the percentage of gross revenue. Depending on the activity and the
				sponsor, the fee may be waived for the Non Commercial Special Use Permit
				subject to the Park Superintendent's, Division Director or Commissioner's
				direction and or approval.
(iii)
				The Park Superintendent may refuse to allow any activity if not expressly
				authorized by the permit held for the park or site. The Division Director may
				limit the number of times a permit is issued to a specific individual, group or
				organization.
(iv) A damage deposit
				or the filing of a bond with satisfactory surety payable to the state may be
				required by the Division. Should any damage, repair, clean-up or environmental
				remediation exceed the amount of the deposit, the sponsoring group,
				organization or individual will be billed for the balance by the State of
				Wyoming.
(v) Special Use Permit
				holders and activity participants are subject to payment of entrance, camping,
				shelter and lodge fees except for waivers as permitted in W. S. '
											36-4-121.
(vi) Special Use Permit Evaluations:
(A) Commercial Special Use Permits
(I) A commercial special use permit will be
				evaluated with the following criteria:
(1.)
				Benefit to visitors,
(2.) Whether
				the use addresses an identified need.
(3.) Affect on natural, cultural or aesthetic
				resources.
(4.) Return to the state
				and compliance with all requirements.
(5.) Other information as deemed
				necessary.
(B) Non-Commercial Use Permits
(I) Evaluation is not appropriate for this
				type of permit.
Wyoming Administrative Code › Agency 024 - State Parks and Cultural Resources Department › Sub-Agency 0012 - Recreation - Concessions, Leasing › Chapter 15 - EMERGENCY SITUATIONS › Section 15-1 - Emergency Closure

Current through July 13, 2024
In the event of an emergency situation as determined by the
				  Park Superintendent, the Park Superintendent shall have complete authority to
				  close the park, the concession and any other facilities to protect the general
				  public, the Concessionaire and the Wyoming Division of State Parks and Historic
				  Sites employees. The State of Wyoming, the Division and the park are not liable
				  for any lost revenue or damages sustained by the Concessionaire due to the
				  closure for an emergency situation. It is the responsibility of the
				  Concessionaire to aid the Park Superintendent in protecting the general public
				  and to facilitate the quick and efficient closure of the park and all the
				  facilities.
Wyoming Administrative Code › Agency 024 - State Parks and Cultural Resources Department › Sub-Agency 0014 - State Parks Permits and Fees Program › Chapter 1 - Permits to Use State Parks, Recreation Areas, Archaeological Sites, and Historic Sites › Section 1-2 - Definitions

Current through July 13, 2024
As used in this chapter:
(a) "Additional vehicle" means another
				vehicle registered in the same name or address as the vehicle listed on the
				original permit sold by the Wyoming Department of State Parks and Cultural
				Resources (Department) or its authorized selling agents.
(b) "Camping permit" means a permit issued by
				the Department authorizing overnight usage of park lands.
(c) "Camping structure" means a state
				provided structure specifically used for sleeping (camping cabins, yurts, etc.)
				within a campsite.
(d) "Campsite"
				means an area designated as such by the Department within a state park,
				recreation area, archeological site, or historic site that contains a state
				provided picnic table and metal fire ring or an area designated as a campsite
				by Department signage or campground maps.
(e) "Daily use permit" means a permit issued
				by the Department authorizing the use of park lands.
(f) "Duplicate permit" means a replacement
				permit issued by the Department for a lost, mutilated, or destroyed
				permit.
(g) "Park lands" means all
				areas administered by the Department, including all state parks, recreation
				areas, archaeological sites, and historic sites.
(h) "Premier camping structure" means a
				camping structure designated as such by the Department with the approval of the
				State Parks and Cultural Resources Commission that offers unique camping
				experiences, such as treehouses, tipis, and over-sized cabins and
				yurts.
(i) "Towed vehicle" means
				any vehicle in tow by another vehicle.
Wyoming Administrative Code › Agency 024 - State Parks and Cultural Resources Department › Sub-Agency 0014 - State Parks Permits and Fees Program › Chapter 1 - Permits to Use State Parks, Recreation Areas, Archaeological Sites, and Historic Sites › Section 1-3 - Daily Use and Overnight Camping Permit Areas

Current through July 13, 2024
(a) Daily use
				permits shall be required at the following locations:
(i) Boysen State Park
(ii) Buffalo Bill State Park
(iii) Curt Gowdy State Park
(iv) Edness K. Wilkins State Park
(v) Fort Bridger State Historic
				Site
(vi) Fort Kearny State
				Historic Site
(vii) Glendo State
				Park
(viii) Guernsey State
				Park
(ix) Hawk Springs State
				Recreation Area
(x) Keyhole State
				Park
(xi) Seminoe State
				Park
(xii) South Pass City State
				Historic Site
(xiii) Trail End
				State Historic Site
Wyoming Administrative Code › Agency 024 - State Parks and Cultural Resources Department › Sub-Agency 0014 - State Parks Permits and Fees Program › Chapter 1 - Permits to Use State Parks, Recreation Areas, Archaeological Sites, and Historic Sites › Section 1-4 - Fees for Daily Use and Overnight Camping Permits

Current through July 13, 2024
(a) Permit fees
				shall be assessed per vehicle at any state park, recreation area, or
				archaeological site where permits are required. The fees per vehicle shall be
				as follows:
(i) Resident daily use
$7.00
(ii) Resident overnight camping
$10.00
(iii) Non-resident daily use
$12.00
(iv) Non-resident overnight camping
$18.00
(v) Resident annual daily use
$48.00
(vi) Additional vehicle resident annual daily
							 use
$24.00
(vii) Resident annual overnight
							 camping
$80.00
(viii) Additional vehicle resident annual
							 camping
$40.00
(ix) Non-resident annual daily use
$96.00
(x) Additional vehicle non-resident annual daily
							 use
$48.00
(xi) Duplicate annual permit
$7.00
(xii) Early Bird discounted rate for annual daily
							 use permits (purchased between January 1 and February 15)
(A) Resident annual daily use
$42.00
(B) Non-Resident annual daily use
$89.00
(b)
				Permit fees shall be assessed per person entering any state park, recreation
				area, or archaeological site by bicycle, horseback, or on foot where permits
				are required. The fees per person shall be the same fees as are charged for a
				vehicle at the respective location.
(c) Any vehicle in tow by another vehicle
				shall be considered a single vehicle for purposes of these rules and only a
				single daily use permit and a single overnight camping permit shall be
				required.
(d) Permit fees for daily
				use shall be assessed per adult entering any of the historic sites listed in
				section  3(a) of these rules. The fees per adult shall be as follows:
(i) Resident daily use
$4.00
(ii) Non-resident daily use
$8.00
(e)
				Permit fees for camping shall be assessed per vehicle at any of the historic
				sites listed in section  3(b) of these rules. The camping fees per vehicle shall
				be as follows:
(i) Resident camping
$10.00
(ii) Non-resident camping
$18.00
(f)
				Permit fees for bus tour groups shall be:
(i)
				$5.00 per adult entering any of the locations listed in section  3(a) or  3(b) of
				these rules
(ii) $10.00 per night
				per tent for overnight camping at any of the locations listed in section  3(b) of these rules
Wyoming Administrative Code › Agency 024 - State Parks and Cultural Resources Department › Sub-Agency 0014 - State Parks Permits and Fees Program › Chapter 1 - Permits to Use State Parks, Recreation Areas, Archaeological Sites, and Historic Sites › Section 1-5 - Amenities

Current through July 13, 2024
(a) The
				additional fee for overnight camping in a campsite which contains electrical
				connections shall be ten dollars ($10.00) per night.
(i) Electrical connections are available only
				to persons who hold valid daily use and overnight camping permits. Extension
				cords may not run from one campsite to another.
Wyoming Administrative Code › Agency 024 - State Parks and Cultural Resources Department › Sub-Agency 0014 - State Parks Permits and Fees Program › Chapter 2 - Definitions › Section 2-1 - Definitions

Current through July 13, 2024
(a) "CFR" means the
				Code of Federal Regulations.
(b)
				"Commission" means the Wyoming Parks and Cultural Resources
				Commission.
(c) "Concessionaire"
				means an individual, corporation, partnership, association or entity who
				provides the general public with services, products, facilities and programs.
				The Concessionaire is representative of the Wyoming Division of State Parks,
				Historic Sites and Trails in providing enjoyment, recreational opportunities
				and educational experiences to the general public. The term Concessionaire is
				inclusive of the business and all its staff members.
(d) "Contract" means the formal written
				agreement which may be a lease, license, permit, or subcontract between the
				Concessionaire and Wyoming Division of State Parks, Historic Sites and
				Trails.
(e) "Department" refers to
				the Department of State Parks and Cultural Resources.
(f) "Department Director" means the Director
				of the Department.
(g) "Division"
				means the Wyoming Division of State Parks, Historic Sites and Trails.
(h) "Division Director" or "Division
				Administrator" means the Administrator of the Wyoming Division of State Parks,
				Historic Sites and Trails.
(i)
				"Concessions Manager" means the Division staff member assigned to management of
				the statewide concession program.
(j) "Lessee" means the individual,
				corporation, partnership, association or entity who leases improved or
				unimproved lands from the State of Wyoming.
(k) "MA" mean a Management Agreement between
				the Division and Reclamation.
(i) On January
				11, 2016, the Division entered into an MA with Reclamation that permits the
				Division to assume responsibility of administering lands and facilities at five
				Wyoming Area Reclamation Reservoirs including Buffalo Bill, Boysen, Glendo,
				Guernsey and Seminoe.
(ii) On April
				29, 2016, the Division entered into an MA with Reclamation that permits the
				Division to assume responsibility of administering lands and facilities at
				Keyhole Reservoir, a Dakotas Area Reclamation Reservoir.
Wyoming Administrative Code › Agency 024 - State Parks and Cultural Resources Department › Sub-Agency 0014 - State Parks Permits and Fees Program › Chapter 4 - General Information Regarding Long-Term Concessions › Section 4-1 - General Provisions

Current through July 13, 2024
(a) The following
				are requirements for all Concessionaire long-term contracts with a five (5)
				year or greater term except where otherwise provided. If an existing long-term
				contract provision is in conflict with one or more of the following
				requirements, the existing contract shall govern.
(b) All contracts shall be written by the
				Concessions Manager and approved by the Wyoming Attorney General's
				Office.
(c) All contracts for
				concessions located on Reclamation property shall be approved by Reclamation
				prior to finalizing.
Wyoming Administrative Code › Agency 024 - State Parks and Cultural Resources Department › Sub-Agency 0014 - State Parks Permits and Fees Program › Chapter 4 - General Information Regarding Long-Term Concessions › Section 4-2 - Specific Requirements

Current through July 13, 2024
(a) Length of
				Contracts: The length of new concession contracts may vary from one contract to
				another, but the length shall not exceed twenty (20) years except as provided
				in subsection (a)(i) below. All contracts shall be subject to review at five
				(5) year intervals. The five (5) year review is limited to a contract fee
				review, expansion or deletion of services as permitted within the lease, and a
				Master Development Plan review. The term of concession contracts cannot extend
				beyond the Division's contract with the landowner.
(i) A Concessionaire may petition the
				Division in writing for a contract term in excess of twenty (20) years, except
				for those concessions located on Reclamation property. Contracts may only
				exceed twenty (20) years where extenuating circumstances or financial hardship
				can be satisfactorily documented. The Division staff shall review the petition
				and make a recommendation to the Commission. The Commission shall review the
				petition and Division staff recommendation and make a recommendation to the
				Department Director. The Department Director shall issue a written final
				decision on the petition.
Wyoming Administrative Code › Agency 024 - State Parks and Cultural Resources Department › Sub-Agency 0014 - State Parks Permits and Fees Program › Chapter 5 - Request For Proposal (RFP) › Section 5-1 - General Program Administration

Current through July 13, 2024
(a) In determining
				whether to issue an RFP, the Division shall consider at least the following:
(i) Whether the proposed concession operation
				is appropriate and compatible for the park or site;
(ii) Monetary advantages to the
				State;
(iii) Public
				demand;
(iv) Whether the proposal
				will enhance visitor services while maintaining and conserving the park's
				resources and environment;
(v)
				Legality;
(vi) Liability;
				and
(vii) Budgetary
				constraints.
Wyoming Administrative Code › Agency 024 - State Parks and Cultural Resources Department › Sub-Agency 0014 - State Parks Permits and Fees Program › Chapter 9 - Inspections › Section 9-1 - General Provisions

Current through July 13, 2024
(a) Park
				Superintendents and/or Division staff shall perform inspections at least
				annually on all concession facilities and properties to monitor compliance with
				the concession contract, the Department's rules and if applicable,
				Reclamation's Policies, Directives and Standards.
(b) Inspection results shall be documented on
				the Division's forms.
(c)
				Inspections shall be performed at reasonable times with prior notice, except in
				the case of an emergency.
(d)
				Concessions with continued problems or violations may be inspected and
				evaluated as often as necessary to address the particular
				situation(s).
(e) Inspections may
				be performed by other government agencies including but not limited to the
				Department of Environmental Quality, Division of Consumer Health, Department of
				Agriculture, State Fire Marshall, Reclamation and others as determined by the
				Division Administrator or required by federal and/or state law.
(f) The Park Superintendent or his designee
				may require a concession to close for business temporarily when safety
				violations are present or there is a lapse in insurance coverage. The
				concession shall remain closed until the violations have been corrected to the
				Division's satisfaction. Should this occur more than twice in one year, the
				contract may be terminated.
(g)
				Inspection results may be considered during the RFP evaluation when current or
				past Concessionaires are competing for a concession award.
Wyoming Administrative Code › Agency 024 - State Parks and Cultural Resources Department › Sub-Agency 0014 - State Parks Permits and Fees Program › Chapter 10 - Re-bidding and Issue of RFP on an Existing Concession Contract › Section 10-1 - Guidelines for the Long-Term Contract

Current through July 13, 2024
(a) An existing
				concession must be re-bid under a new RFP prior to the expiration of the
				existing contract.
(b) Six (6)
				months prior to the expiration of the contract, the Division will issue the new
				RFP and will automatically provide the existing Concessionaire with the
				RFP.
(c) Prior to the termination
				of the contract, or if a Concessionaire desires a RFP (see Chapter 5), the
				Division shall begin the process of preparing a RFP.
(i) The Division will identify the services
				that will be required and the services that will be allowed to be provided to
				the public.
(ii) The RFP will state
				the minimum amount the winner will compensate the current Concessionaire, as
				determined by the value of the capital investment and the going concern of the
				business, less any value attributed to the land and location. The minimum bid
				will identify an annual cost that is attributable to the Reclamation owned land
				and location that will be determined based on an appraisal of the site and no
				bid of lesser amount will be considered except in cases where the Division may
				request a waiver due to extenuating circumstances.
(A) These amounts will be determined by an
				appraisal prepared by a state certified independent qualified appraiser,
				acceptable to the Division and existing Concessionaire. The successful
				Concessionaire will also pay an administrative fee as determined by the
				Division and reimburse the state for the appraisal fee within thirty (30) days
				of receiving the appraisal.
(iii) The procedures for review and selection
				are in Chapter 5. Additional points may be awarded to the existing
				Concessionaire who is rated at least satisfactory during previous
				inspections.
Wyoming Administrative Code › Agency 024 - State Parks and Cultural Resources Department › Sub-Agency 0014 - State Parks Permits and Fees Program › Chapter 12 - Purchase/Transfer of Existing Concession Operation › Section 12-1 - General Guidelines

Current through July 13, 2024
(a) New and
				existing long-term concession contracts will not be transferred or assigned
				without prior review and recommendation by the Division and Commission and
				written approval from the Department Director.
(b) Upon approval of the sale or transfer,
				the agreement will be assigned or transferred after meeting the legal
				requirements as to form of the Wyoming Attorney General and full execution of
				all legal documents.
(c) Prior to
				the sale or transfer of an existing concession, the Division will obtain
				written statements from the new Concessionaire, where appropriate, that they
				acknowledge receipt of a copy of the MA and the Reclamation Concession
				Management Guidelines.
(d) At
				Reclamation sites, the Department may need to obtain Reclamation approval
				before a lease can be transferred.
(e) Under no circumstances will the terms and
				conditions of a lease be modified in the transfer of an existing lease for
				those concessions located at Reclamation sites. Only under special or unique
				circumstances will a lease transfer be approved that would change the term and
				conditions of a lease at non Reclamation locations. The Department reserves the
				right to amend the lease fee amount or term if a modification is deemed
				necessary in a transfer or purchase.
Wyoming Administrative Code › Agency 024 - State Parks and Cultural Resources Department › Sub-Agency 0014 - State Parks Permits and Fees Program › Chapter 12 - Purchase/Transfer of Existing Concession Operation › Section 12-2 - Procedure

Current through July 13, 2024
(a) The original
				Concessionaire must notify the Division no less than ninety (90) days prior to
				the proposed purchase/transfer of the contract. This will allow the Division
				time to assemble all the necessary information, notify the Commission and set
				up a meeting to review the proposed transfer. Upon review, the Division and
				Commission will make a recommendation to the Department Director, who will make
				the final decision in writing.
(b)
				The prospective new Concessionaire will be required to pay to the Division a
				non-refundable administrative fee at time of application to cover processing
				and administrative costs. The prospective new Concessionaire may be required,
				where applicable, to sign a document stating they have received the MA and the
				Reclamation Concession Management Guidelines.
(c) The prospective new Concessionaire may be
				required to furnish the same information as requested in a RFP for a new
				facility. At a minimum, the party purchasing a concession will provide the
				following:
(i) Personal data of all
				principals,
(ii) Management
				background (Resume),
(iii) Personal
				tax returns of all principals for the previous three (3) years,
(iv) Personal financial statement of all
				principals, current (within ninety (90) days),
(v) Operations experience information of all
				principals,
(vi) Sales contract
				and/or purchase agreement,
(vii)
				Construction bid when applicable,
(viii) Current appraisal of the concession,
				at the expense of the buyer or seller,
(ix) Business references,
(x) Current Concessionaire's financial
				statements,
(xi) Projected income
				statements and cash flow statements,
(xii) Five (5) year business plan, if
				appropriate for the concession,
(xiii) Other information as requested by the
				Commission.
Wyoming Administrative Code › Agency 019 - Teaching Standards Board, Professional › Sub-Agency 0001 - Teaching Standards Board, Professional › Chapter 1 - GENERAL REGULATIONS › Section 1-1 - Authority

Current through July 13, 2024
These rules and regulations governing licensing and
				  permitting of school administrators, teachers, and other school personnel are
				  promulgated by the Professional Teaching Standards Board (PTSB) pursuant to the
				  Wyoming Administrative Procedure Act (W.S.
				  16-3-101 through
				  16-3-115
				  ); W.S.
				  W.S.
				  21-2-801 and
				  W.S.
				  21-2-802.
(a) Educator License Required. A person may
				teach or supervise in a public school in Wyoming, and receive compensation from
				public funds for such services rendered, only if they hold a license or permit
				or are or an applicant qualified for an educator license or permit
				(W.S.
				21-7-303 ).
Wyoming Administrative Code › Agency 019 - Teaching Standards Board, Professional › Sub-Agency 0001 - Teaching Standards Board, Professional › Chapter 1 - GENERAL REGULATIONS › Section 1-4 - Ratification

Current through July 13, 2024
The PTSB shall regularly take action to approve licenses,
				  permits, or exception authorizations issued by board staff per
				  W.S.
				  33-1-303(a)(ii). Any
				  licenses, permits, or exception authorizations not ratified by the Board at a
				  regular meeting following initial issuance are void.
Wyoming Administrative Code › Agency 019 - Teaching Standards Board, Professional › Sub-Agency 0001 - Teaching Standards Board, Professional › Chapter 2 - GENERAL PROVISIONS FOR EDUCATOR LICENSES, ENDORSEMENTS, PERMITS, AND AUTHORIZATIONS › Section 2-1 - General Provisions

Current through July 13, 2024
(a) Applicants for
				an Educator License shall hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited
				institution of higher education (W.S.
				21-2-802).
(b) Educator Licenses, Permits, and Exception
				Authorizations shall indicate the grade/developmental level(s) and endorsement
				area(s) appropriate to the applicant's preparation, training, and
				experience.
Wyoming Administrative Code › Agency 019 - Teaching Standards Board, Professional › Sub-Agency 0001 - Teaching Standards Board, Professional › Chapter 2 - GENERAL PROVISIONS FOR EDUCATOR LICENSES, ENDORSEMENTS, PERMITS, AND AUTHORIZATIONS › Section 2-2 - Application Requirements

Current through July 13, 2024
An applicant shall submit a current, original, and complete
				  Professional Teaching Standards Board (PTSB) application. The validity date on
				  the applicant's License or Permit will be the date a complete application is
				  received by the PTSB. Applicants missing documents in their application will be
				  notified and will have 30 days from the date of notification to submit all
				  required documents or risk cancellation of their application and the forfeiture
				  of all fees. In addition to a properly completed, signed, and dated
				  application, the following documentation is required, depending on the specific
				  License, Permit(s), endorsement(s) or Exception Authorization(s) being
				  sought.
(a) Fingerprint
				Cards.
(b) Institutional
				Recommendation. The institutional recommendation shall:
(i) be included with the
				application;
(ii) be signed by the
				designated official of the institution of higher education; and
(iii) bear the official seal of the
				institution.
Wyoming Administrative Code › Agency 019 - Teaching Standards Board, Professional › Sub-Agency 0001 - Teaching Standards Board, Professional › Chapter 2 - GENERAL PROVISIONS FOR EDUCATOR LICENSES, ENDORSEMENTS, PERMITS, AND AUTHORIZATIONS › Section 2-3 - Late Hires

Current through July 13, 2024
An incomplete application for an applicant who is a late hire
				  will be accepted if the following criteria are met:
(a) The applicant submits a District Late
				Hire Documentation Verification Form (DLHDV) along with the incomplete
				application. This form will not be accepted prior to August 1st of any school
				year;
(b) The applicant meets all
				other application requirements as stated in Section
				2 except those specifically stated in the
				DLHDV;
(c) If the applicant does
				not submit the required documentation listed on the DLHDV within 30 calendar
				days, the application may be cancelled and the applicant forfeits all fees;
				and
(d) If documentation is
				received within the specified time period, the validity date of the applicant's
				License will be the date the incomplete application, as defined in Chapter 1,
				Section 3 of these rules, was
				received by the PTSB.
Wyoming Administrative Code › Agency 019 - Teaching Standards Board, Professional › Sub-Agency 0001 - Teaching Standards Board, Professional › Chapter 2 - GENERAL PROVISIONS FOR EDUCATOR LICENSES, ENDORSEMENTS, PERMITS, AND AUTHORIZATIONS › Section 2-4 - Lapsed License or Permit

Current through July 13, 2024
A License or Permit that was not renewed prior to its
				  expiration date shall be null and void. Applicants with a lapsed License may
				  apply for reinstatement.
Wyoming Administrative Code › Agency 019 - Teaching Standards Board, Professional › Sub-Agency 0001 - Teaching Standards Board, Professional › Chapter 2 - GENERAL PROVISIONS FOR EDUCATOR LICENSES, ENDORSEMENTS, PERMITS, AND AUTHORIZATIONS › Section 2-5 - License or Permit Reinstatement

Current through July 13, 2024
In addition to meeting all the renewal requirements,
				  reinstatement applicants shall meet all requirements for initial licensure in
				  effect at the time the reinstatement application is received by the PTSB.
				  Applicants seeking reinstatement may provide verification of full-time
				  experience for at least three (3) out of the previous six (6) academic years
				  while holding full licensure or certification from the same state, including
				  Wyoming, for each endorsement area being sought. License or Permit types and
				  Endorsements no longer issued by the PTSB will not be included upon
				  reinstatement.
Wyoming Administrative Code › Agency 019 - Teaching Standards Board, Professional › Sub-Agency 0001 - Teaching Standards Board, Professional › Chapter 2 - GENERAL PROVISIONS FOR EDUCATOR LICENSES, ENDORSEMENTS, PERMITS, AND AUTHORIZATIONS › Section 2-6 - Acceptance of Licenses from Other States through Reciprocity

Current through July 13, 2024
Educator Licenses or certificates from other states are not
				  directly transferrable to Wyoming. Applicants who are fully licensed in another
				  state may qualify for Wyoming licensure by meeting the requirements in
				  subsections (a) or (b) below.
(a)
				Program Completion. Out-of-state applicants may demonstrate having met
				out-of-state licensure requirements that are substantially equivalent to
				Wyoming's requirements for educator preparation and training (see Chapter 1,
				Section 3). An out-of- state
				Educator License is substantially equivalent if its issuance required the
				applicant to complete:
(i) a state-approved
				traditional route program at an accredited institution of higher education;
				or
(ii) a state-approved
				alternative route program at an accredited institution of higher education that
				contains all the requisite components of a state- approved traditional route
				program at an accredited institution of higher education.
Wyoming Administrative Code › Agency 019 - Teaching Standards Board, Professional › Sub-Agency 0001 - Teaching Standards Board, Professional › Chapter 2 - GENERAL PROVISIONS FOR EDUCATOR LICENSES, ENDORSEMENTS, PERMITS, AND AUTHORIZATIONS › Section 2-7 - National Board Certification

Current through July 13, 2024
An individual who meets Wyoming application requirements and
				  has received National Board Certification is eligible to receive Wyoming
				  licensure at the grade level(s) and in the content or specialization area(s)
				  appropriate to the applicant's preparation, training, and experience.
Wyoming Administrative Code › Agency 019 - Teaching Standards Board, Professional › Sub-Agency 0001 - Teaching Standards Board, Professional › Chapter 2 - GENERAL PROVISIONS FOR EDUCATOR LICENSES, ENDORSEMENTS, PERMITS, AND AUTHORIZATIONS › Section 2-8 - Professional Licensure of Related Service Personnel

Current through July 13, 2024
Related services personnel may submit proof of full licensure
				  in their profession that evidences the applicant met preparation requirements
				  equivalent to the PTSB standards in Chapter 4, Section
				  4 issued pursuant to Wyoming law in lieu of
				  the requirements in Chapter 2, Section
				  2(b) and (c).
Wyoming Administrative Code › Agency 019 - Teaching Standards Board, Professional › Sub-Agency 0001 - Teaching Standards Board, Professional › Chapter 2 - GENERAL PROVISIONS FOR EDUCATOR LICENSES, ENDORSEMENTS, PERMITS, AND AUTHORIZATIONS › Section 2-9 - Distance Education (Electronically Transmitted Courses)

Current through July 13, 2024
Courses delivered via distance education in K-12 public
				  schools shall not require the presence of a licensed educator at the receiving
				  site (W.S.
				  21-2-802(a)(ii)(C)).