The Wyoming Department of Transportation Driver Services office in Cody has adjusted its Senior Hours — a designated time for persons over the age of 65 to conduct business like renewing a driver’s license or obtaining a disabled parking placard.

“With vaccination numbers increasing and people starting to be more comfortable in public settings, we have decided to cut back the designated hours in some of our locations,” said Misty Dobson, Driver Services program manager.

At the office in Cody, Senior Hours will now be offered once a month, from 8-10 a.m. on the second Wednesday of the month.

Driver Services offices in Gillette, Rock Springs and Sheridan are also switching to once a month, while the locations in Cheyenne and Casper will continue to offer Senior Hours every other Wednesday.

“We have seen huge success with our Senior Hours in our larger exam stations and have gotten very positive feedback regarding these special hours,” Dobson said. “We are thankful that we are able to continue to offer this service to our citizens.”

The program started last year as a way to help a population potentially at risk for developing complications from the coronavirus (COVID-19) conduct business with limited interaction with other members of the public.

The hours are intended for senior citizens (65 or older), but those who have special circumstances that prohibit them from visiting Driver Services during normal business hours can contact their local exam station in advance.

Individuals who arrive during Senior Hours and do not meet the age requirement or have not set up special accommodations in advance will be asked to return at another time.

To find Driver Services locations, downloadable forms, Senior Hours dates and other information, visit www.dot.state.wy.us/driverservices.