January is Human Trafficking Awareness and Prevention Month

January is the National Human Trafficking Awareness and Prevention Month and the Nampa Family Justice Center would like to elevate the services available to victims as well as announce they have received a $350,000 grant from the Federal Office for Victim...

Weekly Fit and Fall Proof Programs at Nampa Public Library

The Nampa Public Library hosts free, ongoing Fit and Fall Proof™ classes for seniors. Classes will begin January 11, 2022, occurring every Tuesday and Thursday from 10:15-11 a.m. in Multipurpose Room A. Participants are asked to bring a water bo...

Nampa City Council swearing in Mayor and Council Members Tonight

At tonight’s Nampa City Council meeting, a swearing in ceremony will be formally held for re-elected Mayor Debbie Kling and re-elected Nampa City Council members Randy Haverfield and Victor Rodriguez. Newly elected council woman Natalie Jangula ...

Nampa seeks applications for openings on multiple boards and commissions seats

Nampa Mayor Debbie Kling is seeking applications to fill vacancies on the City of Nampa’s Bike and Pedestrian Advisory Committee, Building and Site Design Standards Committee, Arts and Historic Preservation Commission and Nampa Golf Commission. ...

City of Nampa announces Christmas tree recycling starting December 26

Drop off available at Kohlerlawn Cemetery December 26-January 15

The City of Nampa will accept Christmas trees for recycling between Sunday, December 26, 2021 through Saturday, January 15, 2022. Trees may be dropped off at Kohlerlawn Cemetery, located at 7...

December Activities with Nampa Parks & Recreation

Check out the programs and classes being offered for the month of December 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 Harwar...

Nampa prepares for Christmas tree lighting November 27

The City of Nampa is busy preparing for the upcoming holiday season and invites the community to join us for the festivities.

On Monday, November 15, the City of Nampa Parks and Forestry Division, with help from Qualitree, will transport the City&rsquo...

Nampa Public Library Celebrates Idaho Family Reading Week, Nov. 8-14

Idaho Family Reading Week is November 8-14, 2021. It is a time when families are encouraged to read together. This year’s theme, “Believe and Achieve,” will be celebrated at public and school libraries across the Gem State.

Th...

City of Nampa congratulates Nampa’s elected and re-elected officials

The City of Nampa would like to congratulate those elected and re-elected to serve Nampa in yesterday’s election:

•    Mayor Debbie Kling

•    Nampa City Council: 

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Leaf Recycling at Kohlerlawn Cemetery

Looking for something to do with all your leaves from your yard? Recycle your leaves with Nampa Parks Department. Leaves are used as compost within various parks throughout the city for grounds maintenance.

Leaves may be dropped off at Kohlerlawn...

Robyn Sellers named as Nampa’s new Economic Development Director

Nampa Mayor Debbie Kling has named Robyn Sellers as the new Economic Development Director for the City of Nampa.

Sellers previously served as the Assistant Director of Economic Development for the City of Nampa since March of 2018. Prior to working in Namp...

Community invited to Downtown Nampa for annual Halloween Trick-or-Treating event

The community is invited to the annual trick-or-treat event in Downtown Nampa on Thursday, October 28, 2021 from 4-7 p.m. 

Downtown Nampa transforms into a festival of tricks and treats as the local community comes together to celebrate this spook...

Nampa seeks applications for openings on multiple boards and commissions seats

Nampa Mayor Debbie Kling is seeking applications to fill vacancies on the City of Nampa’s Bike and Pedestrian Advisory Committee, Building and Site Design Standards Committee, Development Impact Fee Advisory Committee and Planning and Zoning Com...

City of Nampa seeks Christmas tree for downtown

The City of Nampa Parks and Forestry Division is looking for residents who are willing to donate a 40 foot or taller pine or spruce tree to be the Downtown Nampa Christmas tree for 2021. The tree must be located within or very close to the Nampa city limi...

City's RV Dump to temporarily close Oct 1 thru 2025

The City of Nampa will be temporarily closing the free RV dump station, located near the Wastewater Treatment Plant at 340 W. Railroad, on October 1, 2021, to accommodate the ongoing construction at the Nampa Wastewater Plant. 

The location of the...

Nampa Public Library temporarily adjusting hours of service beginning Monday, Sept. 27

Due to staff shortages, increasing COVID-19 spread in the community, and our healthcare system being at crisis-level standards of care, the Nampa Library is adjusting our public hours.

Beginning Monday, Sept. 27, the Nampa Library will be open 12-6 p.m. M...

Nampa Development Corporation announces partnership with Adler Industrial

The Nampa Development Corporation (NDC) has announced a partnership for the development of a 194-acre industrial park located in North Nampa, Idaho, that is owned and will be developed by Adler Industrial, LLC. Adler intends to complete utility extensions...

Community Volunteers needed to Rake-Up Nampa Nov. 13

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 with leav...

Nampa Recreation Center to be renamed Harward Recreation Center

On Tuesday, September 7, the Nampa City Council unanimously approved the renaming of the Nampa Recreation Center to the Harward Recreation Center to honor former City of Nampa Finance Director Ken Harward. The Nampa City Council received more than 25 lett...

Sewer rate increase approved as part of bond repayment plan

The Nampa City Council voted September 7 to approve an increase of 16.75%, or approximately $6.02 per month, to residential wastewater rates beginning October 1, 2021 as part of the public-approved repayment plan for the $165 million sewer revenue bond ap...

Irrigation season comes to an end September 15

The City of Nampa will shut down its irrigation system for the season Wednesday, September 15 to coincide with the canal water delivery shut-off date for Nampa & Meridian Irrigation District and Boise-Kuna Irrigation District. Pioneer Irrigation Distr...

Community invited to Patriot Day event on September 11

The community is invited to join the Nampa Fire Department and Nampa Police Department at 8 a.m. Saturday, September 11, 2021 for the annual Patriot Day ceremony which is held to honor and remember those who paid the ultimate sacrifice serving their commu...

Nampa Public Library to Participate in 9/11 Memorial & Museum’s Education Exhibition

September 11, 2001: The Day That Changed the World

The Nampa Public Library is excited to announce its participation in September 11, 2001: The Day That Changed the World, a downloadable educational exhibition that presents the history of 9/11, its origins...

Community invited to help clean up Nampa’s waterways at 10th Annual Stormwater Cleanup Day

The City of Nampa’s Environmental Compliance Division invites the community to participate in the 10th Annual Stormwater Cleanup Day Saturday, September 25, 2021 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. 

Volunteers will meet at Liberty Park to participate...

Community Invited to Orah Brandt Park Playground Ribbon Cutting

The Nampa Parks & Recreation Department is excited to announce the opening of a new playground at Orah Brandt Park in Nampa.  The playground will open to the public for the first time at the ribbon cutting scheduled for Thursday, September 2,...

Maple Grove Park FitLot Ribbon Cutting

The City of Nampa invites the community to a ribbon cutting Tuesday, August 31, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. The ribbon cutting celebrates the completion and opening of the new outdoor fitness gym also known as a “FitLot” in Nampa’s Maple Grove Park. The new FitLot...

Clarification on artist COVID testing requirements

Recently, event organizers have announced additional health-related precautions as a requirement for entry to their event at the Ford Idaho Center Amphitheatre. While the Ford Idaho Center and Nampa Civic Center are owned by the City of Nampa, they are pr...

Public hearing September 7 for proposed utility rate increase

The City of Nampa invites the community to comment on the proposed increases to various utility-related fees at a public hearing Tues., September 7, 2021 beginning at 6:30 p.m. at Nampa City Hall. 

As part of the public-approved funding plan for i...

Irrigation season to be extended as long as possible

The City of Nampa will continue to work with Pioneer Irrigation to extend the irrigation season as long as water is available. Given the drought conditions which have contributed to a shorter than normal irrigation season and current efforts to extend the...

Irrigation season to end September 7

The City of Nampa will shut down its irrigation system for the season Tuesday, September 7 to coincide with Pioneer Irrigation District’s shut-off date of September 7.

Three irrigation districts (Pioneer Irrigation District, Nampa & Meridian...

Community feedback sought on Idaho Highway 45 Study

The City of Nampa invites the community to help determine how to improve Idaho Highway 45 (ID-45) at an open house Thursday, August 26, 2021, from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. at the Nampa Civic Center (311 3^rd St S, Nampa, ID 83651). Attendees will learn a...

2021 Nampa Festival of the Arts

Nampa Parks and Recreation Department is excited to announce the 34th Annual Nampa Festival of the Arts August 14^th and 15^th at beautiful Lakeview Park.  This year’s festival features unique handmade items with over 200 artisan...

City of Nampa hosts used tire drive August 14

The City of Nampa’s Code Compliance and Community Relations Division, Streets Division, Economic and Community Development and Fleets Services are joining together to host an opportunity for Nampa residents to drop off used automotive tires Satu...

City of Nampa to temporarily close RV dump station October 1 thru 2025

The City of Nampa will be temporarily closing the free RV dump station, located near the Wastewater Treatment Plant at 340 W. Railroad, on October 1, 2021, to accommodate the ongoing construction at the Nampa Wastewater Plant. 

The location of the...

City of Nampa will not mandate COVID-19 vaccine for employees

The Nampa City Council voted August 2, 2021 to approve a resolution declaring the city’s intent to not mandate the COVID vaccine for employees. All council members voted in favor of the resolution, except Councilwoman Mutchie who was not present...

City of Nampa Appoints Cliff Long as Senior Director of Development Services

The Nampa City Council unanimously approved the appointment of Cliff Long as the new Senior Director of Development Services on July 12, 2021.

“I look forward to adding Cliff to the City of Nampa team of leaders as we continue to improve our ser...

Nampa Public Library awarded over $200k grant to fund first Nampa Bookmobile

The Nampa Public Library is pleased to announce they have been awarded $208,800 to purchase Nampa’s first bookmobile, dedicated bookmobile collection, and technology.

The grant was awarded by the Idaho Commission for Libraries (ICfL) with funds from the Am...

City of Nampa Establishes 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:

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

The Nampa Golf Commission awarded $18,000 in scholarships to nine college-bound students thanks to several local sponsors, 33-hole sponsors and 32 teams participating in the annual Mayor’s Golf Tournament. The event raises money for summer youth golf prog...

Community invited to educational rain garden ribbon cutting June 25

The City of Nampa invites the community to a ribbon cutting event at 10:00 a.m. on Fri., June 25 at Lakeview Park to celebrate the new Educational Rain Garden located near 12^th Ave. N. off Garrity Blvd. 

The garden will be the first of its kind wi...

Applicants sought for Nampa Development board position

The City of Nampa is accepting applications for a board position on the Nampa Development Corporation (NDC).

The five-year term for this position begins October 1, 2021 through September 30, 2026 and applicants must be a resident of Canyon County (prefera...

Temporary Closures of Midland and Roosevelt Starting at 3pm Today

The intersection of Midland and Roosevelt will be closed beginning at 3 p.m. today to re-align the signal pole which was struck and bent this morning, Tuesday, June 8. 

The crews will work as quickly as possible to return the intersection to worki...

June is Elder Abuse Awareness Month

The Nampa Family Justice Center (NFJC) invites the community to join them the month of June for Elder Abuse Awareness Month, as well as World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15, 2021, and to learn about the signs and impact of elder abuse in our culture...

Statement from Mayor Kling Regarding Smart Growth in Nampa

The City of Nampa is seeking to wisely respond rather than react to House Bill 389 to protect the fragile balance between housing, jobs, our economy and the impact to taxpayers.

Due to the impact of House Bill 389 and the significant growth our community i...

Community invited to Memorial Day Celebration May 31 at Kohlerlawn Cemetery

The City of Nampa will hold a Memorial Day ceremony Mon., May 31 at 10 a.m. at Veteran’s Loop in Kohlerlawn Cemetery (76 6^th St. N.) to honor the men and women who served in our country’s military as well as those who gave their lives ...

City of Nampa to begin chip sealing June 1, 2021

The City of Nampa’s Street Division will begin chip sealing streets Tues., June 1, 2021 and is estimated to be completed by the end of August, weather permitting.

Chip sealing is a common, cost-effective, pavement maintenance practice that extend...

Nampa Police Dept celebrate 130 years, seek artifacts and information for history project

The Nampa Police Department is embarking on a project to capture historical information gathered from a variety of resources with the intent of publishing a book and potentially gather information and artifacts for future display at police headquarters an...

City of Nampa seeks two volunteers for Impact Fee Advisory Committee

Nampa Mayor Debbie Kling is seeking applications to fill vacancies on the City of Nampa’s Impact Fee Advisory Committee. A total of two volunteer openings are available. One position shall be active in the business of development, building or re...

City of Nampa celebrates Arbor Day with tree planting April 28

The City of Nampa and Nampa Parks Department will celebrate Arbor Day* Wed., April 28, 2021 by planting three trees on the Nampa Recreation Center grounds. 

The City of Nampa is celebrating its 22nd year as a Tree City USA which is a designation r...

Brush-Up Nampa to be held July 17, 2021

Brush-Up Nampa, an annual community event which paints homes for elderly and disabled residents, will be held Sat., July 17, 2021. The City of Nampa is seeking applicants, volunteers and sponsors for the program.

Residents wishing to have their home painte...

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...