Experienced Leadership for a Stronger Riverton
As a lifelong resident, business owner, and public servant, Mike Bailey understands the opportunities and challenges facing Riverton. His priorities are focused on responsible growth, strong infrastructure, public safety, and maintaining the quality of life that makes Riverton a great place to live, work, and raise a family.
Community Support
Supporting the volunteer and nonprofit organizations that serve Riverton has always been important to Mike Bailey. He remains committed to helping the many community groups that provide valuable programs and services and to strengthening the partnerships that make Riverton a better place to live.
Business Leadership Experience
As President and CEO of Bailey Enterprises, Mike Bailey brings decades of hands-on business experience and leadership. Having worked his way through nearly every position in the company, he understands the importance of responsible management, long-term planning, and creating opportunities for employees and the community.
Economic Growth and Opportunity
A strong economy creates opportunities for everyone. Mike believes Riverton should encourage responsible and controlled development while creating an environment that attracts businesses and investment.
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His goal is to promote employment opportunities and help build a community where people want to live, work, and play.
Infrastructure and Long-Term Planning
Maintaining and improving infrastructure is essential to Riverton’s future. Mike supports developing a responsible long-term capital plan and actively pursuing grant opportunities to improve water, sewer, and sanitation systems.
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He also believes the city and its residents share the responsibility of keeping Riverton clean, organized, and well-maintained.
Mike supports allocating the resources necessary to address infrastructure challenges, including:
- Water line and sewer repairs
- Road maintenance
- Snow removal
- Emergency infrastructure needs
Beautification and Community Pride
Maintaining a clean and attractive community benefits everyone. Mike believes Riverton should continue investing in the maintenance of public spaces and seek opportunities to improve the appearance of the city for current and future generations.
Supporting the Central Wyoming Regional Airport
The Central Wyoming Regional Airport is a major asset for Riverton and Fremont County. More than 25,000 passengers boarded flights at the airport in 2025, making it an important economic driver for the region.
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Mike recognizes the value the airport brings to the local economy and supports continued investment in this important community resource.
Housing and Development
Mike believes the government should create an environment that encourages private investment and growth rather than becoming the owner of buildings.
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He supports policies that encourage:
- New home construction
- Business development
- Private investment
- Entry-level housing opportunities for young families
Providing affordable housing options helps families pursue the American Dream while strengthening the community as a whole.
Public Safety and Crime Reduction
Public safety remains one of Mike’s top priorities. He supports maintaining a fully staffed police department and ensuring officers have the training and tools they need to effectively serve the community.
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Mike believes in proactive patrols, enforcing the law, and keeping Riverton’s neighborhoods safe for residents and businesses.
Animal Control
The city has a responsibility to keep stray animals off the streets. Mike supports working with community partners to provide shelter, reunite pets with their owners, and help animals find adoptive homes.
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He believes community partnerships can provide effective and compassionate solutions to this challenge.
Strengthening Tribal Relations
Mike has spent his life working with and serving people throughout Fremont County. He believes cooperation with tribal neighbors is essential to building a stronger community.
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Because residents throughout the county live, work, and shop together, Mike believes everyone benefits when relationships are built on mutual respect and collaboration.
Protecting Ambulance and Healthcare Services
Quality healthcare and ambulance services are essential to maintaining a strong community and a strong local economy.
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Mike believes access to these services is vital for residents, businesses, and the long-term success of Fremont County. Without them, attracting and retaining families and businesses becomes increasingly difficult.
Fiscal Responsibility
Mike has been actively involved in the city’s budget planning process and believes in responsible stewardship of taxpayer dollars. He is committed to making sound financial decisions that maintain essential services, support future growth, and ensure the long-term financial health of the City of Riverton.