Parks & recreation in Idaho local government
What Idaho city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about parks & recreation — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
376 Idaho meetings since 2024 covered parks & recreation. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Idaho with the most parks & recreation activity
- Moscow, ID (69)
- Twin Falls County, ID (63)
- Eagle, ID (62)
- Post Falls, ID (30)
- Pocatello, ID (25)
- Bonner County, ID (18)
- Blackfoot, ID (16)
- Fruitland, ID (14)
- Idaho Falls, ID (14)
- Jerome, ID (14)
- Burley, ID (12)
- Oneida County, ID (9)
Latest matching meetings
Bee City USA subcommittee to finalize Alturas Park pollinator planting details
The Bee City USA Subcommittee will meet to approve minutes, hear public comment, and decide on the details of the 2026 Alturas Park pollinator planting project, including who will do the planting. They will also review draft content for the city utility billing newsletter. The meeting is open to the public.
Council to consider Harvest Hills rezone, North Orchard annexation, park restroom grant
The Moscow City Council will hold public hearings on three major items: a grant application for a new restroom at Lola Clyde Park, a rezone and preliminary plat for the Harvest Hills 2nd Addition, and the annexation and zoning of the North Orchard area. The council will also consider consent items including a lot line…
Council to vote on firefighter labor deal, CDBG grant, and S. 6th Ave vacation
The Caldwell City Council will hold a regular meeting with a workshop, proclamations, and a consent calendar of routine items. Under new business, the council will consider a collective labor agreement with the firefighters' union, a $111,000 CDBG subrecipient agreement, a request for reconsideration of a denied…
Parks commission to discuss master plan, Sunrise Park, and hydrowave project
The Twin Falls Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to approve minutes and continue discussions on the Parks and Recreation Master Plan, focusing on Sunrise Park, Harry Barry Park, and Sunway Soccer Complex/First Federal Park. They will also continue discussing a proposed hydrowave project and archery range at…
Council to approve $234,048.99 for Washington St and Filer Ave intersection design
The Twin Falls City Council will vote on several action items, including approving findings for a zoning district change and an annexation. The council will also authorize spending from street fund reserves for intersection design and use park impact fee reserves for landscaping at Canyon Trail Junction. Additionally…
Commission to weigh CDBG restroom grant for Lola Clyde Park
The Parks and Recreation Commission will consider recommending approval of a Community Development Block Grant application for a permanent restroom at Lola Clyde Park, alongside other action items including approving prior meeting minutes, appointing a Bee City USA subcommittee member, drafting survey questions, and…
Commission to review school safety, street projects, and York Street renaming
The Blackfoot Transportation Commission is meeting to discuss old and new business, including updates on school safety measures, senior center parking, and traffic counting on S. Fisher. They will also consider overgrowth at Shilling/Bridge, the Pendlebury Project, and a proposal to rename York Street to Bronco…
Commission to review Montrose Sports Complex Master Plan
The Parks, Recreation, and Urban Forestry Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve routine consent items (minutes from June and July) and discuss the Montrose Sports Complex Master Plan as new business. The agenda is mostly procedural, with the master plan being the only substantive item.
Council to consider $900K well change order, $1.3M airport contract
The Twin Falls City Council will consider several action items, including a $900,000 change order for South Well #5, a $1.3 million contract award for airport terminal access improvements, and two public hearings on the FY 2027 budget and use of forgone revenue. The agenda also includes consent items, special event…
Eagle Conservation Committee to discuss Charlie Wood Park options
The Eagle Conservation Advisory Committee is meeting to approve past meeting minutes, schedule additional 2026 meeting dates, and discuss potential park options for Charlie Wood Park. They will also discuss website updates and the Conservation Coalition. The agenda is mostly routine, with the notable item being the…
Boise parks commission to hear trail naming, river permit, park update
The Boise Parks & Recreation Commission is meeting to consider several action items, including a public hearing on naming a Ridge to Rivers trail spur, a Boise River system permit for a park and future bridge, and an update on FY 2027 park projects. The agenda also includes recognition, approval of prior minutes, and…
Eagle parks commission to review Greenbelt staff report
The Parks, Pathways & Recreation Commission is holding a regular meeting with a staff report on the Greenbelt as the main substantive item. The agenda is otherwise procedural, including approval of minutes and public comment.
Council to consider FY2027 fees, rodeo lease, annexations
The Caldwell City Council will hold its regular meeting with a consent calendar of routine items, including professional services agreements, utility easements, and appointments. New business includes approving an amended lease with the Caldwell Night Rodeo, setting fee resolutions for fiscal year 2027, purchasing a…
Council to vote on $5.08M in fund reserves for 12 projects
The Twin Falls City Council will consider approving $5,085,917.42 in fund reserves to complete twelve projects in fiscal year 2026, and will review the FY 2027 budget recap. The council will also vote on a $140,000 contract with Jacobs Engineering for Rock Creek Watershed Restoration, and decide whether to enter…
Committee to discuss options for Charlie Wood Park
The Eagle Conservation Advisory Committee will meet to approve past meeting minutes, schedule additional 2026 meeting dates, and discuss potential options for Charlie Wood Park. They will also discuss website updates and the Conservation Coalition.
Harvest Park Subcommittee to discuss fall planting projects
The Moscow Tree Commission's Harvest Park Subcommittee will consider three action items: approving minutes, a fall propagation bed project, and plantings at the booster station and park boundary. Public comment is limited to 15 minutes for non-agenda items.
Fruitland P&Z to decide on Dickinson Frozen Foods development agreement
The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and make decisions on a development agreement for Dickinson Frozen Foods, a conditional use permit for a privacy screen, and proposed code amendments for multi-family development and parking standards. The Dickinson Frozen Foods item has been continued from…
Parks commission to discuss master plan, Evel Knievel trailhead, Dierkes Lake, South Park
The Twin Falls Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to approve minutes, consider removing an ash tree, and continue discussions on the Parks and Recreation Master Plan with focus on Evel Knievel trailhead, Dierkes Lake Park, and South Park. They will also receive an update on lifeguards at Dierkes Lake and…
Eagle urban renewal board to vote on downtown parking restriping plan
The Eagle Urban Renewal Agency is holding a special meeting to review and consider approving a scope of work by Beck and Baird for a downtown street parking layout and restriping plan, along with resolution 26-023. The meeting will follow a joint work session with the Eagle City Council.
Downtown parking layout and restriping plan up for approval
The Eagle Urban Renewal Agency will consider approving a scope of work and resolution for a downtown street parking layout and restriping plan by Beck and Baird. This is the only substantive action item on the agenda.
City Council to consider 2027 Annual Appropriation Ordinance
The Blackfoot City Council will review the proposed 2027 annual budget and vote on several infrastructure contracts. The meeting includes a discussion on removing on-street parking on E Pacific St and a vote on artificial turf regulations.
Council to vote on police donation account, Camp Moscowanna alcohol request
The Moscow City Council will vote on creating a restricted fund for a $24,818.35 bequest to the police department and on a resolution to temporarily suspend open-container laws for the Camp Moscowanna event. They will also hear an update on the East City Park Stage and a report from the Sustainable Environment…
Commissioners to vote on IT, parks, planning, and power contracts
The Jefferson County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on August 3, 2026, to vote on several contracts and agreements, including renewing an IT services contract, purchasing park equipment, and approving inspection services. They will also discuss a budget update and enter an executive session for personnel…
Celebrate completion of Black Bay Park renovation at workshop meeting
This meeting is a workshop held during the Renovation Celebration event at Black Bay Park, marking the completion of the Black Bay Renovation Project. The free public event showcases park improvements. No other business is conducted beyond roll call and adjournment.
Commission to fill vice chair vacancy, appoint Bee City USA member
The Moscow Parks and Recreation Commission will vote on a new vice chair following a resignation, consider appointing Tanya Volk to the Bee City USA Subcommittee, and plan for an August 15 Farmers Market table. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and development of survey questions for the 2026 Citizen…
Transportation Commission to hear updates on school zones, parking, and street issues
The Transportation Commission will review minutes from May and receive updates on old business items including school safety (variable school zones), senior center parking, downtown night ordinance, disabled parking, and trees. New business includes an update on Pendlebury Lane and a discussion of traffic backups on…
Board will approve April 29th meeting minutes
The Golf Advisory Board will vote to approve the minutes from the April 29 meeting. The manager of golf operations and several golf course associations will present reports. Staff from Pinecrest, Sand Creek, and Sage Lakes will give updates, followed by comments from at‑large members. The meeting will close with a…
Commissioners consider Passthrough Funds Agreement and multiple budget presentations
The Minidoka County Board of Commissioners will vote on several administrative items, including approval of claims, payroll, and alcoholic beverage licenses. They will also consider a Passthrough Funds Agreement presented by Director Tate. The agenda includes budget presentations for the district court, magistrate…
Commission reviews Airey Ridge Subdivision development request
The Parks, Pathways & Recreation Commission will consider a request for the Airey Ridge Subdivision. The body will also receive a staff report on the Greenbelt.
Public hearing for 2027 Parks and Recreation fees and fines
The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding proposed 2027 parks and recreation fees and fines. The meeting also includes elections for President and Vice President, as well as an executive session to discuss personnel and land acquisition.
City Council to consider contracts, land use, and legal matters
The Eagle City Council will consider a series of consent agenda items, including claims, minutes, and a library equipment agreement, followed by public hearings on land use and a contract for athletic park design services.
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…
Commission to prioritize park projects, discuss Hydrowave and archery range
The Parks and Recreation Commission will consider approving minutes from June, elect officers, and continue discussions on the Parks and Recreation Master Plan with a focus on Morning Sun Park, Kenny Poe Park, and Pheasant Meadows property. They will also discuss lifeguards at Dierkes Lake Park and proposed projects…
Commission reviews Airey Ridge Subdivision development request
The Parks, Pathways & Recreation Commission will consider a request for the Airey Ridge Subdivision. The proposal includes annexation and rezoning of a 157.50-acre site for a 36-lot residential planned unit development.
Committee discusses Charlie Wood Park options and conservation updates
The Conservation Advisory Committee will review staff updates on wildlife corridor mapping and the Conservation Education Program. Members will also discuss potential park options for Charlie Wood Park.
Hearing on variance for 75-ft student housing at 651 Memorial Drive
The Pocatello Hearing Examiner will hold a public hearing on a variance request by ICON Pocatello LLC for a student housing project at 651 Memorial Drive. The variance seeks to allow a 75-foot building height, 173 units, up to 5 unrelated occupants per unit, and reduced parking with 52 on-site and 200 off-site stalls…
Conservation Advisory Committee to discuss options for Charlie Wood Park
The Committee will hear staff reports on updates to the Conservation Education Program and the mapping of wildlife corridors in the Foothills, and review an updated CEP map. Under new business, members will vote on minutes from April and June 2026, schedule additional meeting dates for the year, and discuss potential…
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…
Parks Commission holds annual tour of city parks and facilities
The Parks and Recreation Commission will not hold a regular June meeting. Instead, the commission will conduct its annual parks and facilities tour, visiting multiple city parks and the Hamilton Indoor Recreation Center. The public is welcome to join using their own transportation.
Commission to hear Specialized Needs Recreation presentation
The Parks, Recreation & Urban Forestry Commission will hold a regular meeting with a presentation on Specialized Needs Recreation (SNR) as an action item. Commissioners will also consider approving minutes from previous meetings and receive updates on an Impact Fee Study Phase II and park maintenance operations. No…