Cheyenne Downtown Development Authority Newsletter: November 2025

Nov 4, 2025

Surplus Planters Available at No Cost

Looking to enhance your space?

The DDA has several classic brick planter boxes, similar to those located throughout Downtown Cheyenne, available at no cost. The planters are currently stored at North Park and available for pickup.

If you are interested in claiming one or more planters, please contact Cassidee Raffa for additional details.

A field full of empty concrete flower planters

Downtown Planter Program Survey Results

Thank you to everyone who participated in the Downtown Planter Program survey. The feedback received will help guide future maintenance and improvements to the program.

See the full survey results here
A graph showing the results of a satisfaction survey related to the Cheyenne Planter Program. 43% said they were Very Satisfied, 43% said they were Satisfied, 8% said Neutral, 3% said Dissatisfied, and 2% said Very dissatisfied.
A pie chart showing results of a survey related to the appearance of planters downtown. 45% said Excellent, 43% said Good, 10% said Fair, and 1% said Poor.

Downtown Parking Striping Survey

The City of Cheyenne is seeking feedback on the Phase 1 Downtown Parking Striping Pilot Program. This brief survey will help evaluate how the updated striping impacts parking, accessibility, and the overall downtown experience.

Community members, business owners, and downtown visitors are encouraged to participate and help guide future parking improvements.

The survey will remain open through December 12.

Take the Survey Here
A diagram showing Red zone - phase 1 pilot program striping

2024 Plan of Development Wins WYOPASS Award

The DDA Board received the WYOPASS Planning Project of the Year Award for the 2024 Plan of Development. The awards committee recognized the project for both its overall quality and the significant progress achieved since its adoption.

Special thanks to Logan Simpson for their partnership and support throughout the planning process.

A plaque displays "2025 Planning Project of the Year," awarded to the Cheyenne DDA.

Showing Our Appreciation to Downtown Owners

The Cheyenne Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is proud to sponsor the Thanks for the Memories indoor concert series and provide VIP ticket giveaways for downtown business and property owners. This initiative helps recognize and connect with the Downtown Cheyenne business community while encouraging continued engagement throughout the district.

Over the coming months, downtown business and property owners will have opportunities to win VIP tickets to performances including Rose Royce, The Lead Singers of Rock, Shwayze, The Takes with Jared Strayer, WAR, and Chamillionaire. Watch for future email and social media announcements with entry details.

These programs support improvements to building façades and public-facing elements that enhance the appearance, accessibility, and long-term vitality of downtown while helping create a more welcoming and cohesive environment for property owners, businesses, residents, and visitors.

Interested in similar improvements for your downtown property? Explore the available DDA grant opportunities and review the current Grants section for additional details.

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Thanks for the Memories concert series logo

November Board Meeting

The DDA Board meeting will be held on November 20th at 1920 Thomes (Western Vista conference room) starting at 10 AM.

Agendas can be found on the Meetings & Public Notices page.

DDA Office Hours

Due to limited staff, we kindly ask that you request an appointment before visiting our office to ensure we are available when you arrive.

Book office hours here
Tuesday
Noon - 5:00 PM
Thursdays
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Fridays
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Upcoming Downtown Events

Smiles with Santa

Saturday, November 29 | 2 PM – 5 PM

Barrett Creek Coffee presents the inaugural Smiles with Santa, hosted by the City of Cheyenne Community Recreation & Events and supported by the Downtown Development Authority alongside other community sponsors.

The event will take place inside the Depot and feature complimentary hot chocolate, coffee, cookies, and printed photos with Santa. Local vendors will also offer holiday treats and gifts. The festivities will lead directly into the Depot Plaza lighting ceremony and the Cheyenne Christmas Parade.

Thanks for the Memories Indoor Concert Series

The Thanks for the Memories free concert series, presented by Cheyenne Presents, runs from September through May at the Cheyenne Civic Center and features a variety of performing artists. The DDA is proud to support the series alongside other community sponsors.

Upcoming Shows

Friday, April 17, 2026 — WAR

Friday, May 8, 2026 — Chamillionaire

View Upcoming Shows

See All Upcoming Events: Explore everything happening in Downtown Cheyenne year-round. 

More Downtown Cheyenne Events

(provided by Visit Cheyenne)

DDA Executive Board

Dave Teubner

President

Wendy Volk

Vice President

Brian Bau

Secretary

Lorrell Bellotti

Treasurer

Amber Nuse

Janelle Rose

Jamie Winters

Candice Wisdom

Stan Hartzheim

Councilman Jeff White

Linda Heath

(Ex-Officio)

Seasonal Plantings Now in Place Downtown

The Cheyenne DDA’s local planter vendor, Air-O-Fresh, completed seasonal planting in the downtown planters, and DDA staff also installed eight new water-friendly planters at 17th Street and Capitol Avenue as part of an ongoing pilot program. 

This year’s design features a red, white, and blue palette in recognition of America’s 250th anniversary, paired with Indian Mint and Dracaena Spike to add seasonal color and texture across the Downtown District.

The planter program continues to evolve in response to community feedback and plays an ongoing role in supporting a downtown environment that is visually maintained and seasonally active.

Planting in an Earth Planter

Advancing the Reed Avenue Rail Corridor Project

The Cheyenne City Council has approved Agreement 22905 with BNSF Railway, marking an important step in advancing the Reed Avenue Rail Corridor Project.

The agreement is required for the project’s participation in the Federal Railroad Administration’s Railroad Crossing Elimination Program and establishes the framework needed for continued project development, final design, and coordination within the rail corridor.

With this approval in place, the City can continue advancing planning and design work associated with safety improvements, including the elimination of multiple at-grade crossings and enhanced corridor safety measures.

On April 27, 2026, City Council also approved a $5 million appropriation from general fund reserves to support the Reed Avenue Rail Corridor Project. This funding is contingent upon final approval of the project plan by BNSF Railway and will only be utilized if the project advances through that approval process.

Read the Funding Update

View the Agreement

18th Street Reconstruction Project Open House

The City of Cheyenne will host a public open house to share preliminary design considerations for the 18th Street Reconstruction Project, which will impact a key corridor within the Downtown District.

The meeting will provide an opportunity to learn more about the project, review informational display boards, and speak directly with the project team. A brief presentation will begin at 5:30 p.m.

Meeting Details:
Time: 5–7 p.m.
Location: Cottonwood Room, Laramie County Library

Community members, property owners, and downtown stakeholders are encouraged to attend and stay informed as planning moves forward.

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