City Of Cheyenne Mourns Passing Of Long-Time Councilman Scott Roybal

The City of Cheyenne on Friday afternoon announced the passing of Ward I City Councilman Scott Roybal.

That's according to a news release from the City of Cheyenne,

Roybal was one of the longest tenured Council members in the history of the city. He was first elected in 1996, serving out his term through 2000. He was again elected to the council in 2015, and was reelected to consecutive terms.

Mayor Says Roybal Was A Wonderful Colleague, Better Friend

According to the release “We are devastated by Scott’s passing,” Mayor Patrick Collins stated. “He was passionate about his community and everyone who called Cheyenne home. He was a wonderful colleague and even better friend. Our heartfelt condolences go out to his family.”

Roybal  had served as City Council President in 2022 and more recently as the Council representative and chairman of the Downtown Development Authority (DDA) board. Additionally, he most recently served on the Finance Committee, Fire & Police Civil Service Commission, Human Services Advisory Commission, and the City’s Personnel Commission. Roybal was a leading advocate for recreational access to the Belvoir Ranch and served as council champion for that prioritized goal."

Cheyenne Mayor Patrick Collins has ordered that all flags at city facilities be flown at half-staff in honor of councilman Roybal, effective immediately