JACKSON, Wyo. — Teton County officials issued a press release on the evening of Saturday, June 8, outlining plans to respond to the long-term closure of Teton Pass.
The County is working with the Wyoming Department of Transportation and other local, state and regional organizations “to assess the impact that the extended closure of Teton Pass will have on the community,” according to the announcement.
This effort includes the activation of the Teton County Emergency Operations Center, which will be the hub for organizing the response to the closure.
“Teton County is working to identify resources and opportunities to address impacts to commuters, businesses, organizations and visitors,” the announcement said.
Also mentioned in the update were plans for START Bus service changes, since a significant part of Jackson’s workforce commutes from Teton Valley, Idaho.
“START Bus is expecting to send Teton Valley commuter buses through Swan Valley and Star Valley and is currently evaluating detailed impacts on schedules and leave times from Idaho,” the release said.
Bus commuters are encouraged to keep an eye on the START website for updates and new schedules.
“Teton County will advise the public of any resources as they become available,” the announcement concluded.
