Grants & funding in Idaho local government
What Idaho city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about grants & funding — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
98 Idaho meetings since 2024 covered grants & funding. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Idaho with the most grants & funding activity
- Twin Falls County, ID (32)
- Pocatello, ID (10)
- Washington County, ID (10)
- Blaine County, ID (7)
- Minidoka County, ID (6)
- Eagle, ID (6)
- Idaho Falls, ID (5)
- Burley, ID (5)
- Gooding County, ID (4)
- Blackfoot, ID (3)
- Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25, ID (3)
- Kimberly, ID (2)
Latest matching meetings
Public Art Commission to discuss funding resolution and America 250 display
The Public Art Commission will meet to consider a request to amend a funding resolution and discuss the America 250 Art Display. The body will also review legal advice regarding sign codes and donor recognition.
Kimberly City Council to consider heavy truck traffic restrictions
The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to restrict vehicles exceeding 20,000 GVW on city rights of way. The council will also decide on grant applications for two local providers and review irrigation compliance.
Board to vote on BID boundaries and hear downtown updates
The board will take action on approving minutes from the June 2026 meeting and the corresponding financials. A proposed change to the Business Improvement District boundaries will be presented for a vote. Multiple advisory committees will report on parking management, public art, facade improvements, and other…
Blackfoot Planning & Zoning reviews zoning changes and grant projects
The Commission will review proposed updates to the Medium Density Residential zone description and setback measurement language. Staff will also review proposed projects for Idaho Community Development Block Grant funds regarding downtown improvements and elevator modernization at Sunset Manor.
City Council to approve budget and CDBG action plan
The Twin Falls City Council will confirm the reappointment of three members to the Impact Fee Commission and approve the City Manager's recommended budget for FY 2026-2027. The meeting also includes the approval of the PY 2026 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan.
Council to approve $1.86 M Elm Street reconstruction agreement and related projects
The Idaho Falls City Council will consider several items, including a resolution to adopt the 2026‑2030 Community Development Block Grant plan allocating $414,143, an omnibus amendment to the city’s alcohol ordinances, and multiple public‑works agreements. Major infrastructure actions include a $1,861,337 State‑Local…
County considers River Bend housing agreement and federal grant overhaul
The Board will vote on a regulatory agreement for River Bend Community Housing and discuss a comment letter on proposed federal grant rule changes. Action items include approving contracts for Kilpatrick Bridge engineering services and multiple HMGP scoping grants. Budget presentations from Mountain Rides and the…
Council approves Forsgren wastewater plant scope for phases 1A through 1D.
The Burley City Council will process routine financial approvals, including $1.46 million in bills and $807,852 in payroll. Members will hear a presentation on the Liberty Gold Black Pine Mine Project and vote on a Forsgren scope of work for the Industrial Wastewater Treatment Plant. The council will also authorize a…
New alcohol license hearing for Viva Market
The Board will hold a public hearing on a new alcohol license for Viva Market and discuss the District Court budget with Sadie Fisher. They will also hear an appeal to the Board of Equalization regarding Ravenscroft, consider funding for Volunteer Caregivers, and review audits from Price & Dayley. Executive sessions…
Board considers funding requests for land acquisition and water management
The Levy Advisory Board will review two funding applications for land and water projects. The board serves as a recommending body to the Blaine County Board of County Commissioners.
Council to discuss next fiscal year's budget with department heads
The City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss the upcoming fiscal year's budget with department heads and the Cassia County Sheriff. They will also take action on declaring a Streets Marathon Mastic Machine surplus and accepting a Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) grant.
Council approves South Ridge trust agreement and police grant
The Twin Falls City Council will consider approving a trust agreement for the South Ridge Subdivision and a digital forensics grant for the police department. The meeting also includes the promotion of a city records clerk and a presentation on an Opportunity Zone application.
Board to discuss 2027 BID property assessments and renewal plans
The IFDDC Board will approve April 2026 financials and May meeting minutes. The Director's Report covers multiple items including 2027 BID assessments and renewal plans, strategic planning sessions, beautification contract expiration, and a review of event lineup changes with several events cancelled or right-sized…
Council to consider $140K contract for Emergency Operations Plan
The City Council will consider approving a $140,000 agreement with Aanko Technologies to update the city's Emergency Operations Plan and authorizing the mayor to sign. They will also decide on a $25,000 funding request from the Center for Community Health. Several special event permits are on the consent calendar…
Commission to discuss America 250 art display, consider Hearts Across the Valley submission
The Public Art Commission will consider approving April 7 meeting minutes, review the CBH Hearts Across the Valley art submission, continue discussion on the call to artists for the America 250 Art Display, and hear a report on a City Council presentation regarding a funding resolution amendment. The meeting also…
Caldwell City Council to consider water and sewer rate study results
The City Council will discuss a Water & Sewer Rate Study and hold public hearings on the Community Development Block Grant plans. The body is also deciding on two residential subdivision applications and several infrastructure contracts.
Commissioners to act on Emergency Management Grant, discuss probation office
The Minidoka County Board of Commissioners will consider a series of routine administrative items including approval of claims, payroll, and minutes. They will also take action on an Emergency Management Performance Grant, discuss weekly reports on county buildings and IT, and hold a roundtable discussion on the…
Arts Advisory Committee reviews funding for downtown mural, community grants, and city art
The Arts Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and recommend funding to the City Council for a downtown public mural, a 2026-2027 community arts grant, and an October 2026 city hall art exhibition. The committee will also approve minutes from November 2025 and receive staff and committee reports.
Commission to vote on zone change for 24-acre Lynnco Acres subdivision
The Jefferson County Commissioners will canvass the May 19 election results, discuss a property tax software contract using ARPA funds, and hold three public hearings on zoning code updates. They will also vote on a zone map amendment changing 24.14 acres from Residential-One to Suburban Neighborhood, and consider a…
Council to consider $31.58M grant for public safety facility upgrades
The City Council will vote on several items including a $31.58 million US DOT Safe Streets and Roads for All grant for safety upgrades, a $270,000 Bloomberg grant for downtown wayfinding, and multiple airport grants and equipment purchases. They will also consider a zoning ordinance amendment, a Local Improvement…
Budget amendment and block survey on commissioners' agenda
The Minidoka County Board of Commissioners will consider a resolution to amend the FY2026 budget, set dates for June Board of Equalization hearings, and vote on retaining a contractor for a county block survey. Other action items include surplus of two iPhones valued at $162 and $95, acceptance of the Frontier/Smiles…
Council to consider Safe Streets grant for police facility expansion
The City Council will hear updates from advisory committees and discuss several action items, including proposed budget amendments for FY2026, changes to animal licensing ordinances, and a draft housing plan. Key decisions involve applying for a Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) grant to expand police operations…
Historic Preservation Commission to discuss Jackson House appraisal and America 250
The Eagle Historic Preservation Commission will hold a discussion-focused meeting, covering updates on the Jackson House appraisal, plans for America 250, and outreach materials such as brochures and commemorative coins. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda includes only discussion items and…
IFDDC considers cutting events, reducing beautification costs
The Idaho Falls Downtown Development Corporation board will review March 2026 financials and a director's report covering BID payments, parking improvements, and a beautification program that is over budget. The board will discuss reducing beautification expenses and cutting annual events to prevent staff burnout.
Commission to discuss America 250 Art Display and funding resolution
The Public Art Commission will hold a special meeting to consider the CBH Hearts Across the Valley art submission, continue discussion on the America 250 Art Display call to artists, and receive a report on a City Council presentation regarding a funding resolution amendment. The meeting also includes approval of…
City Council to consider zoning change for 2111 Addison Ave E
The Twin Falls City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning district change for a property on Addison Ave E. The body will also vote on several funding requests for public safety and airport services.
Budget public hearing date set; ARPA funds, permit costs discussed
The Board of County Commissioners will set a date for the budget public hearing in August and discuss several action items including an over-budget ARPA fund adjustment for Building & Grounds, the cost of permits for storage warehouses, an estimate to paint the jail floor, and an alcoholic beverage license name change…
County to consider ambulance district contracts and land use permits
The Blaine County Board of Commissioners will consider contracts for the ambulance district, a budget proposal for public health, and a public hearing regarding a stream alteration permit for Double Creek Ranch.
City Council to award $1.6 M Seal Coat Project contract
The Twin Falls City Council will vote on awarding the 2026 Seal Coat Project to Boswell Asphalt Paving Solutions for $1.6 million. Council members will also consider a $2,500 America250 grant, a $51,414.15 wastewater reserve allocation, an amendment to Chapter 14 on transient merchants, and a zoning district change…
Public Art Commission calls artists for America 250 Art Display
The Twin Falls Public Art Commission will approve minutes from its March 3, 2026 meeting and discuss feedback on legal topics. It will take action to call artists for the America 250 Art Display and report on a City Council presentation, requesting an amendment to a funding resolution. The commission will also follow…
Board to vote on new member, discuss delivery driver parking ordinance
The IFDDC board will vote on a new Class B member and approve February 2026 financials. They will discuss a proposed ordinance for delivery driver parking, parking lot light replacement, and intersection paver funding. The director's report covers beautification, new public art committee, and event reviews. Community…
Council to consider CDBG grant for downtown revitalization Phase 2
The City Council will discuss and potentially approve a CDBG grant application for the Blackfoot Downtown Revitalization Project Phase 2, an agreement for a water model update, and funding for Jensen Grove repairs. They will also consider a police chief nominee, liquor sales at the golf course, and several planning…
HB 898 proposes moving SHPO from ISHS to the Office of Species, Mineral, and Energy Coordination
The Historic Preservation Commission will review a draft nomination for the Weiser Middle School gymnasium. It will receive updates on two FY 2026 grant awards: the County CLG People’s Furniture project and the Weiser CLG downtown survey. The commission will discuss the open HBMP grant application deadline and…
Board reviews funding requests for land acquisition and cheatgrass treatment
The Levy Advisory Board is considering funding requests for conservation and wildlife projects. The board reviews proposals for land acquisition for the Howard Preserve and herbicide treatment for cheatgrass.
Board to consider land and water projects costing $155,500 and $150,000
The Levy Advisory Board will consider an application from The Wood River Land Trust to acquire 0.55 acres of the Howard Preserve, requesting $155,500, which is half of the $333,000 project cost. The Board will also consider a pre‑application from South Valley Ground Water District to fallow agricultural lands to…
Council considers airport grants and residential development at 3780 Philbin Road
The City Council will decide on zoning changes and a PUD amendment for townhouses and storage units at 3780 Philbin Road. The body is also reviewing several grant applications for airport and park improvements, as well as various property lease agreements.
Minidoka County Commissioners to hold public hearing on ambulance district creation
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the creation of an ambulance district. The board will also consider several action items including a contract termination for Exit 208 and a deed for the City of Minidoka.
Historic Preservation Commission to elect new chair and vice chair
The Eagle Historic Preservation Commission will meet to elect new leaders for the commission and discuss updates on the Jackson House property, CLG grants and federal funding, America 250 planning, and a possible welcome brochure. Public comment is also on the agenda.
HPC will consider a membership ordinance change and update endangered property list
The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss updates to the list of endangered or priority properties. It will review draft nominations for the National Register for the Weiser Middle School gymnasium and conduct a site visit for the Jeffries School nomination. Grant proposal statuses for FY 2026 from the County…
Commissioners will discuss Gentry Lane sales agreements and related legal matters
The Washington County Commissioners will address a range of action items, including road and bridge applications, no‑spray agreements, and an emergency management grant adjustment. A planning and zoning update will be presented by the Planning and Zoning Administrator. The board will review Gentry Lane sales…