Residents, private and public sectors are straining to navigate Jackson’s endless housing crisis amid a global health crisis.
Housing
Vacation Rentals Still in Demand
Even amid sweeping cancellations, short-term rental revenue spiked in March and some property managers say those who remain want longer stays.
Bill That Would Undermine Affordable Housing Program Dies Swiftly
The opening of the Wyoming legislative session delivered a key development for Teton County. On Monday, a bill that would have drastically undermined...
Town Takes Over 440 West Kelly; More Progress and Uncertainty on Housing Crisis Horizon
A housing stalemate is over. The Board of Teton County Commissioners voted on Monday to give Jackson Town Council full control of 440 West Kelly, the...
Behind the Headline: ‘911 Calls for Help as Dispatcher Staff Shrinks’
Americans are accustomed to the luxury of emergency services. If something goes wrong, you dial 911 and you’re immediately connected to an operator in...
Empty Homes Bill Fails, Legislation to Gut Affordable Housing Program Advances. Rep. Yin Gives His Take
A legislative committee in Cheyenne took action today on two bills that could profoundly affect Jackson and its housing crisis. The Joint Corporations...
From Elected Officials to JH Working, Many Will Trek to Cheyenne for Housing Debate
In an unprecedented move, Jackson Town Council canceled its regular meeting on November 18 so council members can attend a legislative meeting in...
Rep. Mike Yin to Introduce Bill That Would Impose Fee On Second Homeowners
[This story has been updated with information on the second homeowner fee and how funds will be earmarked.-Ed] This week Rep. Mike Yin-D, Jackson, will...
As SPET Election Nears, Housing Need Remains ‘Dire’
Middle-class folks who want to make Jackson their home don’t have many options these days. Housing Authority director April Norton listed off some...
