A MESSAGE FROM MAYOR KLING

Yesterday the Idaho Food Bank coordinated a mass food distribution at Nampa's Ford Idaho Center as part of the Farmers to Families Food Box Program. Volunteers from Team Rubicon and a variety of local organizations (including the Nampa School District, Nampa Chamber, St. Luke's and City of Nampa) came together to help fight hunger one box at at time - distributing 3,000 boxes to 1,500 households.

The event was scheduled to begin at 3 p.m. and by 1:30 p.m. over 50 cars had already arrived. This speaks to the overwhelming need during this time due to the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic. I am very thankful for the partnership with the Idaho Food Bank and many other organizations who help connect critical food resources to our community.

Please know there are several locations providing free food - click to the Idaho Food Bank's food locator and find the nearest location near you.

IN OTHER NEWS: I would also like to share Kristen Pudlow, previously the Citizen Support Specialist in my office, has transitioned to a new role as an Emergency Management Specialist. Thank you to Kristen for your work and congratulations on your new position!

-Mayor Debbie Kling

ELDER ABUSE AWARENESS

(Wear purple June 15!)

June is Elder Abuse Awareness Month & June 15, 2020 is Elder Abuse Awareness Day. In effort to create awareness, the Nampa Family Justice Center will be promoting Elder Abuse Awareness through social media and an event long week with various activities (June 15-19). We will also put out banners and purple flamingos around town to promote this awareness.  ​

To report elder abuse or neglect: call 1-844-850-2883.

The City of Nampa is supporting a "Shop Local Weekend" initiative with the Idaho Press encouraging the community to support local businesses June 20-21!

YOUR OPINION MATTERS!

The City of Nampa is exploring infrastructure improvements at the Midland and Lake Lowell intersection. In January, the City of Nampa held the Midland Boulevard Corridor Open House which brought great feedback from the community. After multiple hearings, Mayor Kling and the Nampa City Council would like additional feedback from the community. Please let us know your thoughts by filling out the following short survey - https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/7GP8PPC .

ONLY A FEW DAYS LEFT

Valley Regional Transit (VRT) is proposing an innovative redesign of the ValleyRide fixed-route bus service in Nampa and Caldwell and is seeking public input.

The existing bus system operates as a traditional fixed-route service, with set route pathways and stops. A customer using the new on-demand transit service can request a ride between any two stops through a mobile device, phone, or driver facilitated. This would optimize requests to minimize delays and maximize productivity with possible wait times of 30 minute or less. It also would provide direct service between all bus stops in Nampa and Caldwell.

To learn more about the service redesign and access the survey, visit: https://buff.ly/2yYeFHH

The deadline for completing the survey is Monday, June 15, 2020.

CHIP SEALING HAPPENING NOW

Greenhurst, Iowa, Lake Lowell, and Blaine have been chip sealed. Canyon from Lonestar to Roosevelt is also complete.

Crews will resume chip sealing on Monday starting on Canyon from Roosevelt to Lake Lowell. 

CHECK OUT MAP (RIGHT) AND MORE INFORMATION HERE

Learn about Major Construction Improvements

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The City of Nampa is working hard to improve the condition of our streets and currently has 17 major construction projects scheduled for 2020.

IT'S NOT TOO LATE -

PLEASE TAKE THE 2020 CENSUS TODAY!

The United States Census will inform how $675 billion in federal funding will be spent on funds for schools lunches, access to affordable healthcare, parks and recreation, neighborhood improvements, and other resources your family and the Nampa community depends upon.

SHARE YOUR FEEDBACK

The Community Planning Association of Southwest Idaho (COMPASS) is asking YOU – Treasure Valley residents – to help paint a picture of what the future holds, so we can plan a transportation system to support that future. This survey is the second of several opportunities you will have to help shape the plan.

Take the survey here: https://buff.ly/305uSpk

Join COMPASS at a Facebook Live open house here: https://buff.ly/2TYNR1h

• Tuesday, June 23, 2020, 9:00 – 10:00 am

For those needing assistance: email info@compassidaho.org or call 208-475-2229.

Please complete the survey by Saturday, July 11, 2020.

QUICK REFERENCES FOR BUSINESSES

Business Specific Protocols for Re-Opening | State of Idaho

PPE supplies for small businesses

City of Nampa Re-Opening Resources

Southwest District Health Re-Opening Guidance

Idaho Rebound Cash Grants for Small Businesses - LINK

Download your Nampa Ready Business Posters here: 8.5x11    11x17

We're ready to help you.

nampaready@cityofnampa.us

(208) 565-5132

(recorded message; staff will return call)

CITY OF NAMPA REMOTE PUBLIC HEARING OPTIONS

The City of Nampa has created new ways for the public to provide comment on public hearings during this time.

View agenda items for Nampa City Council and

Planning & Zoning meetings here .

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