News Flash

Mayor Kling to host two community events in September

Nampa Mayor Debbie Kling will host two community events in September to help educate the community ahead of the November election. As identified by the community in a recent survey, Mayor Kling will also answer questions related to growth and staff will b...

Volunteers Needed for Nampa’s 12th Annual Stormwater Clean-up Day

The City of Nampa’s Environmental Resources Division invites the community to participate in the 12^th Annual Stormwater Clean-up Day on Saturday, September 30, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Volunteers will meet at Lakeview Park, located at 1304 7th St N...

Nampa Parks and Recreation Department September Events

Check out the programs and classes being offered for the month of September from the Nampa Parks & Recreation Department. For more information or to register, please call 208-468-5858, go online to www.nampaparksandrecreation.org, or stop by the Harwa...

Nampa Development Corp Announces New Incentive to Downtown Businesses and Property Owners

On August 15, 2023, the Nampa Development Corporation, an urban renewal agency for the City of Nampa, announced a new incentive for downtown Nampa business and property owners. The NDC Façade Improvement Grant was established to support and enc...

Informational Meeting for Candidates Interested in Nampa City Council August 24

For the first time in Nampa's history, on November 7, 2023, residents within Nampa city limits will only vote for council members who live in their district as part of Idaho Code section 50-707A. Idaho Code section 50-707A requires any city in Id...

15th Annual Pooch Party August 26, 2023

The pool is going to the dogs! Get ready for you and your dog to enjoy an afternoon of splashing and strolling in Lakeview Park in Nampa. Nampa Parks and Recreation invites you to attend the 15^th Annual Pooch Party on August 26. You and your dog will enjo...

Nampa Festival of the Arts August 12-13

Nampa Parks and Recreation is excited to announce the 36^th Annual Nampa Festival of the Arts August 12-13, 2023 in Lakeview Park, presented by TDS Fiber.  

Come out and enjoy over two hundred artisan booths with unique handmade items, including je...

City of Nampa Cooling Locations

Due to the extremely hot temperatures, we are experiencing in the Treasure Valley, the City of Nampa has established “cooling locations” where the community is welcome to visit to get out of the heat: 

NAMPA PUBLIC LIBRARY |&am...

City of Nampa to host used tire drive July 29

The City of Nampa’s Code Compliance Division invites Nampa residents to drop off used automotive tires Saturday, July 29, 2023 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at either Les Schwab locations in Nampa (133 Caldwell Boulevard and 2901 12^th Avenue Ro...

Future of Hispanic Cultural Center of Idaho

For several years, the Hispanic Cultural Center of Idaho, located at 315 Stampede Drive in Nampa, has had minimal use. It has been a concern for Hispanic community members within Nampa who requested assistance from the City of Nampa which has been leasing...

Applications sought for Nampa’s Venue Management Commission

Nampa Mayor Debbie Kling is seeking applications to fill four vacancies on the City of Nampa’s Venue Management Commission. The purpose and duties of the Venue Management Advisory Commission is to advise the Mayor and Council with regard to the ...

Nampa Parks and Recreation Department July Events

Check out the programs and classes being offered for the month of July from the Nampa Parks & Recreation Department. For more information or to register, please call 208-468-5858, go online to www.nampaparksandrecreation.org, or stop by the Harward Re...Read on...

Nampa Community Invited to Become Involved with Budget Process

The City of Nampa invites the community to become involved with the fiscal year 2024 budget process ahead of the final approval in August. Over the past several months, city staff have been working to create a proposed budget for council consideration. Th...

Vacated Nampa City Council Seat to Remain Open Ahead of November Election

At the Nampa City Council meeting last night, former Councilman Jacob Bower was honored for his public service to the community. The Bower family recently made the decision to move out of Nampa and Bower resigned the elected position he has held since Jan...

Nampa City Councilman Jacob Bower Submits Resignation Due to Move Out of Nampa

Today Nampa Mayor Debbie Kling received a letter of resignation from Nampa City Councilman Jacob Bower. The full statement reads:

“My family has made the difficult decision to move outside of City limits and today I announce my resignation of Nam...

Community input sought on preliminary planned improvements to Ridgecrest Golf Club, Centennial Golf

For over a year, the City of Nampa has been seeking feedback from the community regarding improvements to our parks and recreation system. After initial feedback from community surveys, focus groups and open houses, the City of Nampa would like to share a...

Nampa Parks & Rec Events for June 2023

Check out the programs and classes being offered for the month of June from the Nampa Parks & Recreation Department. For more information or to register, please call 208-468-5858, go online to www.nampaparksandrecreation.org or stop by the Harward Rec...

Community Invited to "Lean On Me" Walk For Elder Abuse Awareness Month

The City of Nampa and Nampa Family Justice Center join communities around the world to promote National Elder Abuse Awareness Month in June. On Friday, June 23, the Nampa Family Justice Center is hosting its second annual “Lean on Me” ...

Community Invited to Memorial Day Ceremony May 29

The City of Nampa will hold a Memorial Day ceremony on Monday, May 29, 2023 at 10 a.m. at Veteran’s Loop in Kohlerlawn Cemetery (76 6th St. N.) in Nampa to honor the men and women who served in our country’s military as well as those w...

Four local students earn $3,000 scholarships from annual Mayor’s Golf Tournament

The Nampa Golf Commission awarded $12,000 in scholarships to four college-bound students thanks to several local sponsors, 22-hole sponsors and 32 teams participating in the 21st Annual Mayor’s Golf Tournament. The event raises money for summer ...

Idaho Center & Cherry Intersection Closed For Improvements Beginning May 16

The Idaho Center Boulevard and Cherry Lane intersection will be temporarily closed beginning Tuesday, May 16, 2023, to construct a new multi-lane roundabout. This project was identified as a priority project for regional connectivity and to increase capac...

Applications sought for Board of Appraisers

Nampa Mayor Debbie Kling is seeking applications to fill three new board positions with the Board of Appraisers following citizen and staff recommendations to move three positions currently occupied by city staff to full citizen representation on the boar...

Crews working to address low irrigation water pressure concerns in North Nampa

Nampa irrigation customers located north of I-84 have reported low pressure concerns for their irrigation water. 

We ask customers impacted for patience and understanding as crews are on scene at the four irrigation pump stations located in this a...

Community Invited to Nampa's Parade America May 20

The City of Nampa and Nampa Parade America Committee, Inc. invite the community to the 56^th annual Parade America beginning at 11 a.m. Sat., May 20, 2023. The theme for this year’s annual patriotic event is “The Heart of America,&r...

May Events with Nampa Parks & Rec

Check out the programs and classes being offered for the month of May from the Nampa Parks & Recreation Department. For more information or to register, please call 208-468-5858, go online to www.nampaparksandrecreation.org, or stop by the Harward Rec...Read on...

Nampa Development Corporation (NDC) Announces Exciting Incentive for New and Expanding Restaurants

The Nampa Development Corporation (NDC) is excited to announce an opportunity for new and expanding restaurants within areas of downtown Nampa. To incentivize the creation of new jobs, attract new food-related establishments, and create economic growth do...

Arbor Day to be Celebrated with Tree Planting April 25

The City of Nampa and Nampa Parks Department will celebrate Arbor Day* Tuesday, April 25, 2023 by planting five trees at Orah Brandt Park. 

The City of Nampa is celebrating its 24^th year as a Tree City USA, which is a designation received from the...

"Awareness & Prevention for Internet Crimes Against Children" Training April 28

According to the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force Program, among those 13-18 years of age, 84% use social media, 62% use social media every day and only 16% never use social media.  Ninety-five (95%) of teens in the US have access to a...

New Public Meeting System Announced!

The City of Nampa is excited to announce an update to our public meeting system which includes improvements to both external and internal functions. The public meeting system houses the agendas and minutes for Nampa City Council meetings as well as other ...

Help Us Name Nampa's New Dog Park!

The City of Nampa Parks and Recreation Department invites the community to complete a survey to select the name for Nampa’s new dog park. 

In 2022, a community survey was given to submit names for the new dog park and over 100 park names...

Irrigation Customers Can Expect Water By End of April

Irrigation districts are beginning to release water into our canal system and City of Nampa irrigation customers can expect to access full pressure for this service by the end of April. 

Crews will first need to test the lines, flush the system an...

Community invited to share feedback in annual survey

For the sixth year in a row, the City of Nampa invites feedback from residents and businesses through a community survey which is open until March 31, 2023. 

Last year, 1,340 people participated in the community survey. With a population of over 1...

Nampa Library invites community to 4th annual Destination Wellness Health Fair April 8

The Nampa Public Library is pleased to announce the 4th annual Destination Wellness Health Fair on Saturday, April 8, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Destination Wellness 2023 will be offering health and wellness information and activities for all ages. There...

Franklin & Birch Intersection Closed for Project Completion Beginning March 20

The Franklin Boulevard and Birch Lane intersection will be temporarily closed beginning Monday, March 20, 2023, to complete the roundabout project which began late August 2022. The project is expected to be completed in May of this year. 

Last yea...

Community invited to Superhero Walk April 1 to support Child Abuse Prevention & Awareness Month

According to the Centers for Disease Control, “About 1 in 4 girls and 1 in 13 boys experience child sexual abuse at some point in childhood. Ninety-one (91%) of child sexual abuse is perpetrated by someone the child or child’s family k...

City of Nampa to officially own Centennial & Ridgecrest Golf Courses

On Tuesday, February 21, 2023, the Nampa City Council approved the purchase of Centennial Golf Course and Ridgecrest Golf Club in the amount of $5,690,775 from the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare. 

In 1983, the City of Nampa began...

Irrigation Rate Approved to Keep up with Maintenance and Repairs

On Monday, February 6, the Nampa City Council voted (4-2) to approve an increase of 19.98%, or just over $30 more per year for the average residential lot, to residential and commercial irrigation water rates as well as a 19.98% increase to hook-up fees b...

Nampa Parks & Rec February Events

Check out the programs and classes being offered for the month of February from the Nampa Parks & Recreation Department. For more information or to register, please call 468-5858, go online to www.nampaparksandrecreation.org, or stop by the Harward Re...

Open Houses to Help Improve Ridgecrest Golf Club, Centennial Golf Course and Lakeview Park Jan 24-25

The City of Nampa is in the process of creating a master site plan for Lakeview Park and a second master site plan for Nampa’s municipal golf courses, Ridgecrest Golf Club and Centennial Golf Course. The site plans will be used as a planning tool for futu...

Nampa Family Justice Center to host “Understanding Human Trafficking” training January 26

January is National Human Trafficking Awareness and Prevention Month, and the Nampa Family Justice Center is working to educate the community and elevate the services available to human trafficking victims through a $350,000 grant received from the Federa...

City of Nampa announces Christmas tree recycling starting December 26

The City of Nampa will accept Christmas trees for recycling between Monday, December 26, 2022 through Sunday, January 15, 2023. Trees may be dropped off at Kohlerlawn Cemetery, located at 76 6th Street North.

Residents are asked to follow directional signs...

Public Hearing for Nampa City Council District Map December 19

The City of Nampa invites the public to share public testimony on the final map establishing six council districts on Monday, December 19, 2022. Public hearings begin at 6:30 p.m. at Nampa City Hall, located at 411 3^rd Street South.

The six Nampa City Coun...

Nampa's Warming Locations

The City of Nampa has established “warming locations” if needed to warm up during the winter, similar to the “cooling locations” we offer in the summer: 

NAMPA PUBLIC LIBRARY | 215 12th Ave SouthIn ...

City of Nampa Snowplows Named for First Time by Local Elementary Students

The City of Nampa is excited to announce the snowplow names chosen by local elementary students in our “Name-That-Snowplow” contest! The purpose of the contest is to celebrate the winter season and to recognize our Nampa Street Divisio...

Nampa Library hosts eighth annual Christmas at the Library, including “Merry TubaChristmas” performe

The Nampa Public Library will host the eighth annual “Christmas at the Library” on Saturday, Dec. 10.  

At 11 a.m. the Encore Carolers will perform in the lobby. Now in their 20th year as the Treasure Valley's premiere...

Community Invited to Hear Results on Updated Parks and Recreation Master Plan

Over the past several months, the City of Nampa has engaged in a variety of public outreach activities to gather community input on an updated parks and recreation master plan. On Tuesday, December 13, 2022, the community is invited to a presentation on r...

City of Nampa Reminds Customers About Deadline for New Utility Billing Website

In September, the City of Nampa announced we will officially switch to a new utility billing website for our customers on November 21, 2022 and this date is quickly approaching. 

The existing utility payment system used is being phased out and an ...

Feedback Sought on Concepts to Improve Midland Blvd Corridor

The City of Nampa invites the community to give input on concepts developed to improve the Midland Boulevard Corridor from Caldwell Boulevard to Greenhurst Road. There are two ways to learn more and provide feedback:

•   &nbs...

Community Input Sought on the City of Nampa Parks & Recreation Master Plan Survey

Nampa’s Parks and Recreation is creating a 20-year master plan and invites the community to guide future decisions by participating in a survey. Community input is an important part of this process to better understand our resident’s u...

Community Volunteers needed to Rake-Up Nampa Nov 12

Fall is a beautiful time of year, but falling leaves often pose a problem for senior and disabled residents who are unable to rake fallen leaves on their property. The City of Nampa is seeking applications from both Nampa residents who need help and volun...

Downtown Nampa invites community to annual Trick-or-Treating event October 27

The City of Nampa and Downtown Nampa Community Association invite the community to Downtown Nampa on Thursday, October 27 from 4-7 p.m. as it is transformed into a festival of tricks and treats to celebrate a spooktacular event. 

Kids of all ages ...

Mayor Kling to Present State of the City Address October 19, 2022

Mayor Debbie Kling will share Nampa’s State of the City address on Wed., October 19, 2022 as part of the Nampa Chamber of Commerce’s luncheon which begins at 11:30 a.m. at the Nampa Civic Center. 

Luncheon tickets for the event...

Eastside Park Playground Ribbon Cutting October 6 at 4:00 p.m.

The Nampa Parks & Recreation Department is excited to announce the opening of a new playground at Eastside Park in Nampa. The playground will be opened to the public at the ribbon cutting scheduled for Thursday, October 6 at 4:00 p.m. 

Eastsid...

Happy Valley Rd Closed (Greenhurst Rd to E Lewis Ln) Starting 9/26

Happy Valley Road between E. Greenhurst Road and E. Lewis Lane will be closed for a project starting September 26, 2022. The project is expected to be completed by mid-November 2022.

Resident access will remain in the entire project area, including access ...

Applications sought for multiple board openings

Nampa Mayor Debbie Kling is seeking applications to fill vacancies on a variety of boards and commissions within the City of Nampa. A total of 24 volunteer openings are available and full details on the openings are available at https://www.cityofnampa.us...