54th Annual Parade America Scheduled for May 15

The Nampa Parade America Committee, Inc. invite the community to the 54^th annual Parade America beginning at 11 a.m. Sat., May 15, 2021. The theme for this year’s annual patriotic event is “Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness,&...

City of Nampa Customers Expected to Receive Irrigation Water by Mid-April

The City of Nampa will begin activating irrigation stations on April 1, and customers can expect full pressure by mid-April after crews have tested lines, flushed the system, and brought ditch pumps online. Crews will work to ensure the water lines are fu...

Nampa’s Planning & Zoning Seeks Community Feedback on Future Developments

The City of Nampa’s Planning and Zoning Department invites the community to learn more about new residential developments, planned unit developments and master planned communities and share feedback through an online survey by April 21, 2021.

The...

City of Nampa Announces 2021 Construction Improvements

The City of Nampa is working hard to improve the condition of our streets and currently has 17 major construction projects scheduled for 2021. In partnership with the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) and Nampa Highway District (NHD), the goal of ever...

Nampa Family Justice Center names new executive director

The City of Nampa is pleased to announce Jeannie Strohmeyer as the new executive director for the Nampa Family Justice Center (NFJC).

Strohmeyer has been part of the Nampa Family Justice Center since 2009 and has served in various roles including advocate...

Community Feedback Sought on 14 Proposed Intersection Improvements

The City of Nampa invites the community to comment on 14 proposed intersection improvements at a public hearing Mon., March 15, 2021 beginning at 6:30 p.m. 

Preliminary designs and planning efforts are underway and the City of Nampa staff, Mayor K...

Community Feedback Sought on Franklin Boulevard Freight Corridor Improvements at Virtual Open House

The City of Nampa and the Local Highway Technical Assistance Council (LHTAC) invite community members to an online open house anytime between March 12 – 19, 2021 to review potential improvements to Franklin Boulevard south of I-84 and provide fe...

Clerk's Office Expands Hours Beginning March 8

 With a focus on customer service, the City of Nampa clerk’s office will expand their hours beginning Mon., March 8, 2021 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. (previously 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.).

The clerk’s office provides many services for our ci...

Lone Star & Middleton Intersection Closed March 8-14

The Lone Star Road and N. Middleton Road intersection will be closed Monday, March 8 through Sunday, March 14, 2021 to restore the Wilson Drain to its original alignment.

Lone Star Middle School students who may normally walk to school by crossing the Lone...

Nampa Public Library and Amazon celebrate Read Across America Day with special announcement

PRESS RELEASE SENT BY AMAZON

Nampa Public Library and Amazon celebrate Read Across America Day with Makerspace donation, Dr. Seuss activities, and announce partnership  as library prepares to open doors to public on March 15

Today, the N...

SB1108 Impact to Nampa's Public Safety

On January 1, 2021, the Nampa Fire Protection District annexed the area within the City of Nampa into the Fire District. This annexation was agreed to by the Nampa City Council and the Fire District Commissioners because, after extensive study, it was det...

Nampa Public Library opens to public March 15

The Nampa Public Library is pleased to announce they will safely reopen the library building and welcome patrons in beginning Monday, March 15, 2021.  

On Feb. 9, the Nampa Public Library Board of Trustees unanimously approved the Library Director...

Plans Underway for Improving Franklin Boulevard/Karcher Road Intersection

The City of Nampa and the Local Highway Technical Assistance Council have begun planning to improve the intersection of Franklin Boulevard and Karcher Road north of I-84. The project will improve safety and traffic flow on a critical freight corridor for ...

Nampa grieves the loss of three Idaho National Guardsman, Nampa resident

Minor Utility Rate Increases Approved to Support Infrastructure Needs

The City of Nampa voted February 1 following public hearing to approve the following minor increases to utility rates which will increase beginning March 1, 2021: 

• Domestic water rates are estimated to increase by 2.5% or approximately 41 cents pe...

Update on City of Nampa offices reopening

 While continuing to provide remote services throughout recent months, in response to the decreasing COVID-19 cases, the City of Nampa would like to announce the following updates:

• Nampa City Hall will open to the public beginning Monday, February...

City of Nampa seeks feedback on new dog park

The City of Nampa Parks and Recreation Department has announced the planning and design of a new dog park. The dog park planning team is looking for feedback and is asking the community to review the proposed park plan and complete a short survey by Febru...

Public Hearing February 1 for Proposed Rate Increases

The City of Nampa invites the community to comment on the proposed increases to various utility related fees at a public hearing Mon., February 1, 2021 beginning at 6:30 p.m. 

If approved by council, residential customers could expect the below ra...

Multiple Agencies Respond to Three-Alarm Fire at Nampa Storage Unit

MULTIPLE AGENCIES RESPOND TO THREE-ALARM FIRE AT NAMPA STORAGE UNIT

In the early morning hours of Saturday January 16, the Nampa Fire Department responded to a three-alarm fire at North King Storage, located at 405 N. Kings Rd.

Upon arrival, crews found the...

Nampa Residents Invited to Submit Applications to Serve on Arts And Historic Preservation Commission

The City of Nampa is seeking volunteers with professional qualifications in architecture, history, architectural history, urban planning, archaeology, engineering, law, or other historic preservation related disciplines, as well as volunteers with profess...

Community Message from Mayor Kling

"Having walked through a year with a pandemic, presidential election and political unrest, we all have looked forward to a fresh start in the new year.  This past week was not the start we would have hoped for, in many ways. The division in ...

Nampa City Council Meetings to begin at 5:30pm starting January 19, 2021

Beginning Tuesday, January 19, 2021, Nampa City Council meetings will begin one-half hour earlier at 5:30 p.m. and public hearings will begin at 6:30 p.m. Nampa City Council meetings are held the first and third Monday of each month at Nampa City Hall, lo...

City of Nampa announces Christmas tree recycling starting December 26

The City of Nampa will accept Christmas trees for recycling between Saturday, December 26, 2020 through Saturday, January 16, 2021. Trees may be dropped off at Kohlerlawn Cemetery, located at 76 6^th Street North, Monday through Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to ...

Lane restrictions on Caldwell Blvd needed to repair water main break beginning at 8pm tonight

A water main break on Caldwell Boulevard requiring repair will temporarily restrict the right westbound lanes between W. Karcher Road and Landon Lane in Nampa beginning at 8 p.m. Thurs., December 17. A single westbound lane will be available. 

Cre...

Wall Street improvements anticipated for Downtown Nampa

The City of Nampa is excited to announce anticipated improvements to a portion of the Wall Street alley in Downtown Nampa. The entire long-range connectivity project for the Wall Street alley runs from 3^rd Street South to the Longbranch building in the al...

A Message from Mayor Kling

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Mayor Kling recorded a video message and it can be viewed here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7AIOn3iBjWw&t=6s.

The below text has been altered slightly for print.

As we enter into the holiday season, I wan...

Applications sought for Nampa Golf Commission

Nampa Mayor Debbie Kling is seeking applications to fill two vacancies on the Nampa Golf Commission. 

One board opening, specific to Ridgecrest Golf Club, will serve two years, ending February 28, 2023 and the other is for a general opening to ser...

Nampa City Hall closed to public beginning November 20

Nampa City Hall will be closed to the public beginning Friday, November 20 and operating by appointment for a minimum of two weeks, depending on our community COVID-19 status. All departments continue to serve residents and customers through online servic...

City of Nampa continues to serve community through online services and in person meetings by appt.

As the State of Idaho returns to a modified Stage 2, the City of Nampa has updated their continued service to the community to keep residents, customers and staff safe and healthy.

The City of Nampa will continue to assist customers remotely through online...

Nampa Public Library closes to public in response to Idaho rolling back to Stage 2

The Nampa Public Library will be closing to the public on Monday, November 16, in response to Governor Little rolling back to a modified Stage 2 and limiting gatherings to 10 people or less.

Patrons can still place library items on hold from their account ...

Construction on new outdoor dining and walkway in Downtown Nampa begins November 18

The City of Nampa will begin construction on improvements to downtown walkways and future outdoor dining opportunities on Wednesday, November 18, 2020 along the south side of 1st Street South, from Wall Street to 13th Avenue South. These improvements will...

Nampa Family Justice Center celebrates 15 years of helping community

The Nampa Family Justice Center (NFJC) opened 15 years ago using an innovative approach to assist victims of abuse and, since that time, has had over 36,400 adults and 14,800 children walk through their doors for intakes and ongoing services*.

To celebrat...

City of Nampa seeks ten community members to serve on various boards and commissions

Nampa Mayor Debbie Kling is seeking applications to fill vacancies on various boards and commissions throughout the City of Nampa. A total of ten (10) volunteer openings are available:

AIRPORT COMMISSION (1 opening)

The Airport Commission is compr...

Nampa’s Christmas tree to be installed Nov. 12

This year, Nampa’s Christmas tree will be a 48.5-foot blue spruce thanks to Nampa residents Ben and Brooke Fischer. The tree is expected to be proudly displayed in front of the Nampa Train Depot on 12^th Ave and 1^st St. S. beginning November 12. ...

Community feedback sought on proposed fire district consolidation

The Nampa Fire Department, Mayor and Nampa City Council are seeking feedback from residents on the proposed consolidation of the Nampa Fire Department and the Nampa Rural Fire Protection District through virtual and in-person events this month.

Over the pa...

Downtown Nampa’s Halloween event cancelled due to forecasted weather

The Halloween event previously scheduled for Saturday, October 24 in Downtown Nampa has been cancelled due to the weather forecast. Saturday is forecasted to have rain and wind gusts exceeding 15 mph, with temperatures in the 40s. The outside event was pl...

Applications sought for board openings on Airport Commission, Board of Appraisers, Building and Site

Nampa Mayor Debbie Kling is seeking applications to fill vacancies on the City of Nampa’s Airport Commission, Building and Site Design Standards Committee and Impact Fee Advisory Committee. A total of six volunteer openings are available:

AIRPOR...

Nampa Library opens permanent holds pickup window beginning Oct. 19

The Nampa Public Library began offering curbside pickup of holds during the pandemic and we are pleased to report that, due to its popularity, we will open a permanent option to pick up holds at the window on 3^rd St. S. beginning next week. The holds wind...

Leaf recycling now available at Kohlerlawn Cemetery

Looking for something to do with all the leaves from your yard? The City of Nampa invites you to recycle your leaves through the Nampa Parks Department, which are then used as compost within various parks throughout the city for grounds maintenance.

&n...

Lane Closure on 12th Ave Road Due to Water Main Leak

A water main leak on 12^th Avenue Road has temporarily closed one southbound lane between S. Valley Drive and W. Greenhurst Road in Nampa.

The City of Nampa Waterworks Division identified water coming up between the seam of the road and the gutter, indicati...

Downtown Nampa to host family-friendly movie at dusk October 24 for Halloween

Downtown Nampa is trying something different this year to celebrate Halloween. In place of the traditional trick or treat activity, a free family-friendly movie will be shown in Lloyd Square on Saturday night, October 24. 

Families or in...

City of Nampa seeks Christmas tree for downtown

The City of Nampa Parks and Forestry Division is looking for the 2020 Christmas tree for the community to enjoy in Downtown Nampa. Residents who are willing to donate a 40 foot or taller evergreen, pine or spruce tree are encouraged to contact the departm...

Nampa City Council votes to participate in Governor’s Public Safety Initiative

On Tues., September 22, the City of Nampa received additional guidance provided by the US Dept of Treasury’s Office and the Office of Inspector General. Based upon this new information, the Nampa City Council reconvened this morning to reconside...

City of Nampa irrigation to be shut off October 6

The City of Nampa will shut down its irrigation system Tuesday, October 6 to coincide with Nampa & Meridian Irrigation District’s October 6 shut-off.

Nampa & Meridian Irrigation District is one of three providers for most of Nampa&rsq...

Nampa Fire Department supports wildfires in California and Oregon

Nampa Fire Department crews joined others from Kuna, Parma, and Sand Hollow to form a task force sent to respond to wildfires in California on August 20. Their original orders were for a 14-day deployment but were extended and the crews ended up staying f...

Nampa to host event focused on the effects of the coronavirus in our Hispanic community

The City of Nampa, in collaboration with Hispanic/Latino COVID-19 Task Force, will host an event Thurs., September 24, 2020 on the effects of the coronavirus in our Hispanic community – specifically its effects on health, business, family, faith...

Nampa City Council votes not to participate in Governor’s Public Safety Initiative

The Nampa City Council held a special council meeting this morning (Sept. 17) to determine participation in the Governor’s Public Safety Initiative (GPSI) and to better understand risks related to participation in the GPSI. The GPSI allocated fe...

Applications sought for Nampa Bike & Pedestrian Committee

Nampa Mayor Debbie Kling is seeking applications to fill a vacancy on the Nampa Bike and Pedestrian Advisory Committee.

The individual appointed will complete a term of a recently vacated seat through March 18, 2022. Board meetings are held at Nampa City H...

Community invited to Patriot Day ceremony September 11, 2020

The community is invited to join the Nampa Fire Department and Nampa Police Department at 8 a.m. Friday, September 11, 2020 for the annual Patriot Day ceremony which is held to honor and remember those who paid the ultimate sacrifice serving their communi...

The City of Nampa announces new small business grant program

The City of Nampa is utilizing a portion of its CARES Act allocation to provide grants to small businesses that meet certain qualifying criteria. This grant is made possible through the work of Governor Brad Little, State Controller Brandon Woolf, the Ass...

Community invited to Idaho Center Boulevard and Cherry Lane intersection virtual open house

The City of Nampa invites the community to review and give feedback on the proposed improvements for the Idaho Center Boulevard and Cherry Lane intersection, Thurs., September 10, 2020 from 6:00 – 6:30 p.m. via Microsoft Teams (the link can be a...

Applications sought for Nampa Public Library Board of Trustees

Nampa Mayor Debbie Kling is seeking applications to fill a vacancy on the Nampa Public Library Board of Trustees.The individual appointed will complete a term of a retiring board member through 12/31/2023. Board meetings are held at the Nampa Public Libra...

Nampa's Community Conversation: Health, Economy & Recovery

The City of Nampa’s Health Advisory Task Force invites residents to a community conversation around health, economy and recovery Thurs., August 27, 2020 from 6:00-7:30 p.m. at the Nampa Civic Center or attend virtually via livestream.com/cityofn...

Nampa City Council confirms appointment of Kenton Lee and Wendy Rhodes to Nampa Development Corporat

The Nampa City Council confirmed Mayor Kling’s appointment of Kenton Lee and Wendy Rhodes to the Nampa Development Corporation (NDC) board of commissioners at the council meeting Mon., August 17. Lee and Rhodes will begin their term on the board...

City of Nampa approves minor utility rate increases

The Nampa City Council discussed proposed increases to various utility related fees at the August 3, 2020 council meeting. The Nampa City Council was mindful of the current economic climate of many residents and businesses who have been impacted by the co...

Nampa Development Services Center to remain closed to public through end of August

The Development Services Center, located at 500 12^th Avenue South, will remain closed to the public through August 31, 2020. The closure is to ensure we have adequate staff to perform the services required by our citizens and includes the following depart...

Public hearing August 3 for proposed rate increases

The City of Nampa invites the community to provide public testimony on the proposed increases to various utility related fees at a public hearing Mon., August 3, 2020 beginning at 7 p.m.

If approved by council, residential customers should expect the below...

Nampa committed to being a safe & healthy community where people prosper

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Over the past several months since coronavirus has spread through our community, the City of Nampa has taken active steps to reduce the spread of the illness, collaborate with community leaders and support small businesses and our local economy...

Railroad Related Maintenance to close N. Midland Blvd. July 15-16

Railroad related maintenance will close Midland Boulevard between Caldwell Boulevard and West Karcher Road July 15-16, 2020. Traffic will be detoured during construction, but business access will be available (see map below).

Residents are encouraged to co...

City of Nampa closures due to coronavirus

Due to the recent increase in coronavirus exposures, the City of Nampa will be move back to operating with certain city buildings closed to the public. The closures are to ensure we have adequate staff to perform the services required by our citizens.

Namp...

Fireworks Safety Reminders

The Nampa Fire Department would like to remind the community about the importance of practicing fireworks safety this summer.

Although you can find them in the county, the sale of illegal aerial fireworks is not allowed in the City of Nampa. In the city li...

Nampa Festival of the Arts Cancels for 2020

Nampa Parks & Recreation has made the difficult decision to cancel the 2020 Nampa Festival of the Arts scheduled for August 8 and 9, 2020. 

Parks & Recreation Director, Darrin Johnson stated, “Our hope was to implement necessary ...

Middleton & Flamingo intersection improvements scheduled to begin July 6

The City of Nampa will make improvements to the Middleton and Flamingo intersection beginning Monday, July 6. The project includes the widening and reconfiguration of the Middleton Road and Flamingo Avenue intersection to accommodate the addition of north...

Seven local students earn $2,000 scholarships from annual Mayor’s Golf Tournament

The Nampa Golf Commission awarded $14,000 in scholarships to seven college-bound students thanks to several local sponsors, 30 hole sponsors and 32 teams participating in the annual Mayor’s Golf Tournament. The event raises money for summer yout...

Community effort to distribute 2,000 free books to kids June 22-26

This week, June 22-26, the City of Nampa is pleased to partner with a variety of local organizations to help distribute over 2,000 free books to kids at 18 different park locations, which are also the location of free meals thanks to the Oasis Summer Feed...

Applicants sought for Nampa Development Corporation board position

The City of Nampa is seeking a qualified applicant to fill an upcoming vacant position on the board of commissioners for the Nampa Development Corporation (NDC). The NDC was established in 2006 to oversee the development of multiple public and public/priv...

Nampa Parks & Recreation to open outdoor pools Saturday

Nampa Parks and Recreation will be opening the city’s outdoor pools, Lincoln Pool and Lakeview Water Park on Saturday, June 6, 2020.

Over the past few weeks, the Nampa Parks and Recreation Department has taken a thoughtful approach to planning an...

Holly & Colorado Intersection Improvements to begin June 1, 2020

The City of Nampa will begin improvements to the Holly Street / Colorado Avenue intersection on Monday, June 1, 2020. Pedestrian infrastructure improvements will take place on Colorado Avenue, between 12^th Avenue and Amity Avenue. These improvements will ...

Nampa waives certain permit fees to support business recovery

The Nampa City Council unanimously voted May 18 to temporarily waive the cost of certain permit fees to support business recovery in Nampa. “I’m very pleased to receive unanimous support from the Nampa City Council members to waive spe...

Learn about Major Construction Improvements Coming Soon

The City of Nampa is working hard to improve the condition of our streets and currently has 17 major construction projects scheduled for 2020. In partnership with the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) and Nampa Highway district (NHD) the goal of every...

City of Nampa to begin chip sealing June 1

The City of Nampa’s Street Division will begin chip sealing streets Mon., June 1, 2020 and it is estimated to be completed by early August.

Chip sealing is a common, cost effective, pavement maintenance practice that extends pavement life and imp...

City of Nampa shares latest information related to Stage 2 reopening

As the State of Idaho prepares to enter Stage 2 of the Idaho Rebounds plan on Saturday, May 16, City of Nampa departments will be reopening at various dates to the public.

The City of Nampa will continue to assist customers remotely through online services...

Parks & Rec announces restrooms will open, some organized youth activities and day camps May 4

Nampa Parks and Recreation will be opening park restrooms, some organized youth activities and day camps as of May 4, 2020. Additional openings will be evaluated in stages and are dependent on assessing the current health and wellbeing of the Nampa commun...

City of Nampa Outlines Enforcement Prioritizations as of May 1

SUMMARY STATEMENTThe City of Nampa is thankful the vast majority of individuals and businesses are following the stay-home order and guidelines from public health agencies. We applaud all who have adhered to guidelines and have taken seriously th...

Nampa Public Library now offering curbside pickups

The Nampa Public Library has begun pulling holds for curbside pickup as of April 23, 2020.  

Items that are currently checked in at the library will be placed on hold through our online catalog http://nampalibrary.org/. Patrons will be responsible...

Nampa City Council Extends Emergency Declaration Through May 4

**NOTE: Updated to correct emergency declaration date to May 4, 2020)**

The Nampa City Council voted unanimously April 15, 2020 at a special council meeting to extend the emergency declaration for the City of Nampa through May 4. The approval was made to e...