AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoDrought Relief for Wyoming Businesses: The SBA opened low-interest Economic Injury Disaster Loans for small businesses and private nonprofits hit by drought that began May 1, with Wyoming counties including Lincoln and Uinta eligible; loans can reach $2 million, with rates as low as 4% (businesses) and 3.625% (nonprofits) and no payments required for the first 12 months, deadline May 17, 2027. Cheyenne Data Center Fight: A Cheyenne resident asked a court to overturn a Microsoft data center annexation and related council action, arguing the ordinance named the wrong landowner after Microsoft said it had purchased the property. Energy & Water Watch: Lake Powell sits about 28 feet above the minimum power pool, but projections show it could fall below that threshold by September 2027 in a dry scenario—raising stakes for hydropower customers. Wildlife Under Drought Pressure: Wyoming pronghorn deaths spiked during record heat and severe drought, with a tracked herd showing 14% mortality in six weeks. Local Food Support: Meals on Wheels opened a community pantry outside its Cheyenne office for after-hours non-perishable pickups. Transportation/Construction: WYDOT work and other road projects continue to affect travel, including reported closures tied to I-10 widening in Texas.
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