As we kick off the new year, I can't think of a better place to begin than with our future leaders. This week I had the opportunity to read a book about kindness to Mrs. Minnette's kindergarten class at Birch Elementary in Nampa.

Seeing their bright eyes and inquisitive nature is both an inspiration and a reminder of what is truly important in life: walking out a life of kindness, thoughtfulness and appreciation of others.

-Mayor Debbie Kling

Note: City of Nampa offices will be closed Monday, January 16, 2023, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Republic Services trash services will occur Monday.

ARTWORK COMING TO DOWNTOWN

The Nampa community is invited to provide feedback on a new art installation currently under design to be installed at Lloyd Square in 2023.

On the front surface of each letter is a variety of words that consist of key figures, places and events representing Nampa’s culture and history. The above design is a concept used to demonstrate what the sculpture will look like, but the words that will be included have yet to be chosen.

The community is invited to participate in a brief survey to help determine the list of words to send to the artist to include in the final design by clicking link below.

NAMPA PARKS & RECREATION

YOU'RE INVITED

The City of Nampa is creating a master plan for Lakeview Park and Centennial & Ridgecrest Golf Courses and we need your input! Please join us for our open houses. Your opinions are very important to us as we plan for the future of Nampa.

Centennial & Ridgecrest Open House:

January 24

1:30-3:30pm at Centennial Golf Course (2600 Centennial Drive)

OR

5:30-7:30pm at Ridgecrest Golf Club (3730 Ridgecrest Drive)

Lakeview Park Open House:

January 25

11am-1pm OR 5-7pm

 Harward Rec Center (131 Constitution Way)

You may call Nampa Parks & Recreation at 208-468-5858 with any questions.