A MESSAGE FROM MAYOR KLING |
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There's a lot happening in
Downtown Nampa!
Supporting a vibrant downtown has been a priority of mine since my time as President/CEO of the Nampa Chamber of Commerce. Downtowns are the heartbeat of a community. Restoring Nampa's downtown to the central hub and meeting place it once was is slowly happening. The City of Nampa is doing all we can to support the work of private investors and businesses investing in Downtown Nampa. We also recently partnered with the Nampa Development Corporation to fund a full-time position (Jay Snyder) to support downtown efforts through the Downtown Nampa Community Association and the Business Improvement District (BID).
The Downtown Nampa Community Association (DNCA) serves the Downtown Districts in Nampa, Idaho as part of the Main Street Organization. Their mission is "to build vibrant neighborhoods and thriving economies through revitalization efforts in the Downtown Nampa Districts." They just launched a new website and we'd love you to check it out at https://downtownnampa.com or by clicking the image below. Check out their recent newsletter here!
Have you heard about the Wall Street project? It has been years in the making but recently there has been some forward momentum on the project. The purpose of the project is to address blighted conditions by providing a safe, walkable connection from the existing Wall Street pedestrian path through to 2nd Street South. Scroll below to learn more.
More outdoor dining options in Downtown Nampa! Various recent surveys have revealed a desire by the community for more outdoor dining options in our downtown. Through a partnership between the City of Nampa and local businesses (2C Family Brewing, Mesa Tacos & Tequila and RCC Contractors), the sidewalk was extended on 1st Street (image below; note a tree will be installed soon) to allow for enhanced outdoor dining during the warmer months.
There's a lot happening in Downtown Nampa. I hope you'll join me in supporting Nampa businesses by shopping - and eating - local!
-Mayor Debbie Kling
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DOWNTOWN NAMPA LAUNCHES NEW WEBSITE |
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NEW MURAL COMING TO DOWNTOWN! |
The Nampa Development Corporation has authorized a new mural to be painted along the side of the parking structure at 11th Avenue South and 2nd Street. The mural, funded by T-Mobile, will be painted by Sector Seventeen and is expected to be completed by March 31. Additionally, the Arts and Historic Preservation Commission is taking steps to address the Dewey Palace mural located on the side of Leavitt Associates at 1324 1st Street South. Efforts will include improvements to the structure which will prevent further water damage and repointing of the brick façade. The Commission is working with the building owner and artist Chris Fonseca to identify potential solutions to the art.
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(Above: The concept design for the mural located on the 11th Ave side of the parking garage.) |
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Nampa Development Corporation (NDC) is seeking proposals for the purchase of a parking lot located within the Downtown Historic District of Nampa.
The project site contains one parcel with a total of 0.48 acres. The parcel is located on a highly visible corner at 3rd Street South and 12th Avenue South, near the historic city center, and the City’s Library Square. The project site is in the midst of all the energy and growth happening in downtown Nampa. (Click the video below or watch at https://www.cityofnampa.us/1394/Request-for-Proposals).
Nampa Development Corporation is utilizing this RFP process to solicit proposals to purchase the parking lot parcel to be developed with a new construction project that will enhance the economic vitality of downtown Nampa. The proposed use will need to show an increase in the tax base. FOR COMPLETE RFP GUIDELINES CLICK HERE
Submission Deadline: March 26, 2021
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Calling All Small Business Owners! |
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Webinar Series: PPP Updates for Your Small Business
The Small Business Administration has some key changes to the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) which will be available for a limited amount of time to ensure America’s smallest businesses get exclusive access. If you are a small business owner with 20 employees or less, or are self-employed; there is new information for you. Please join us for a series of webinars hosted by the U.S. Small Business Administration, Public-Private Strategies Institute, and other stakeholders.
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As a Main Street Community, the Downtown Nampa Community Association (DNCA) is excited to announce an opportunity for our small business owners to participate in a FREE DAY OF PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT at the virtual Main Street Now Conference, Tuesday, April 13, 2021.
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WALL STREET IN DOWNTOWN NAMPA |
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Have you heard about the Wall Street project in Downtown Nampa? This project is supported by multiple city-adopted plans and is specifically identified as a top initiative in the 2017 Nampa Economic Development Plan. The purpose of the project is to address blighted conditions by providing a safe, walkable connection from the existing Wall Street pedestrian path through to 2nd Street South. Current conditions include lack of lighting, inadequate drainage/flooding issues and cracked asphalt, resulting in an uninviting, un-walkable pedestrian corridor surrounded by restaurants.
The project would provide numerous benefits to the surrounding Wall Street property and business owners, the downtown corridor, as well as the public.
The Nampa Wall Street Alley Extension Project will:
- address unsightly and ununiformed garbage collection surrounding the local businesses
- provide for a more welcoming pathway for the public to the local and surrounding businesses and remaining corridor
- improve safety concerns by addressing motor vehicle use of the alleyway that create unnecessary traffic issues
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THE IDAHO STATE LEGISLATURE IS IN SESSION |
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To learn about proposed bills and committees, click here.
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Thank you to the 1,261 people who took Nampa's annual community survey!
We appreciate your time and feedback.
Results will be shared soon.
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We received a request to thank Ira Rhodes – Water System OP Lead in Public Works for his outstanding customer service. He spent a lot of time troubleshooting and problem-solving with the customer. The customer was so appreciative of his service-like mentality and wanted to make sure that we knew how awesome of an employee he was!
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CITY OF NAMPA CLERK’S OFFICE EXPANDS HOURS STARTING 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 citizens. The most common services provided are passport acceptance, public record requests, business licensing, and voter registration services. They also offer free notary services to the residents of Nampa.
Passport appointments, scheduled by appointment only online at https://cityofnampa.us/975/Passports, will be accepted between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. Since the beginning of the year, the clerk’s office has assisted an average of 100 customers each week for passport services.
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LOCAL COVID-19 VACCINE INFORMATION |
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WE ARE NAMPA
Feel good stories from our community in case you missed them...
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Amazon announced a $7,500 grant to help the Nampa Public Library expand its STEM program!
“We’re grateful for the partnership we are building with Amazon and for their generous STEM grant,” said Nampa Public Library Director Claire Connley. “We will purchase items to help enrich the library experience and encourage future generations of innovators right here in Nampa.”
National Read Across America Day (March 2) is also the birthday of celebrated children’s author Dr. Seuss. To recognize this special occasion, the Nampa Public Library has announced a writing and drawing contest for all ages. Artists in four age categories are encouraged to submit entries of Dr. Seuss-like artwork and writing depicting their favorite Dr. Seuss story, character, or theme. Four winners, one per age category, will be announced on March 15 at a ribbon-cutting ceremony with Nampa Mayor Debbie Kling, Nampa City Councilmember Victor Rodriquez, Library Foundation Chair Debra Holm, the Nampa Public Library, and Amazon. Winners will receive Kindles or kid’s edition Fire tablets, also donated by Amazon. Read full press release here.
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The Nampa Family Justice Center is hosting their "Light in the Window Virtual Gala" on Facebook and YouTube TONIGHT, March 5 at 7pm.
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COMMUNITY RESOURCES
There are multiple programs available to assist the community during this time. Click here or button to right for more information.
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IDAHO FOOD BANK'S
MASS FOOD DISTRIBUTION
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 10, 2021
11 AM-4 PM | or until food runs out
FORD IDAHO CENTER | 16114 N Idaho Center Blvd
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The City of Nampa has partnered with Advocates Against Family Violence to offer rent and utility assistance to income-qualifying households that have been affected by the coronavirus pandemic. Click link to learn more.
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"Resilient Idaho: Hope Lives Here" recently aired on Idaho Public Television. The film looks into the harm done by traumatic early-life experiences and introduces Idahoans who found the resilience to overcome adversity.
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Job Training Opportunities for Adult and Dislocated Workers
Since this pandemic has started, many employees of our valued businesses have family and/or children that have not been able to find employment or are struggling because of a lack of skills or education. The Idaho Department of Labor may be able to help. See bilingual flyers below and please share with anyone you know who may find this resource of value!
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THE NAMPA SCHOOL DISTRICT IS HIRING FOR SEVERAL NUTRITION SERVICES POSITIONS! APPLY TODAY AND ACCESS A HIRING BONUS! |
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UPDATES ON NAMPA CONSTRUCTION |
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PLAN AHEAD // LONE STAR & MIDDLETON INTERSECTION WILL BE CLOSED TO TRAFFIC
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 Star Road and Middleton Road intersection are asked to ride on a school bus for safety purposes during the week of March 8. (READ MORE DETAILS HERE)
Detour signs will be in place during the intersection closure; residents/businesses will continue to have access. Drivers who need to access Lone Star Middle School, including staff and parents/guardians who drop-off or pick-up students, will need to approach the school from Midway Road, located west of the school (see attached map).
About the project: The first phase of this project has involved extending the Wilson Drain culverts under Lone Star Road and Middleton Road and is expected to be completed March 14. The second phase of this project will include intersection widening and signal installation; the timeline for the second phase is still being finalized.
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We're ready to help you.
nampaready@cityofnampa.us
(208) 565-5132
(recorded message; staff will return call)
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Nampa is committed to being a safe and healthy community where people prosper. |
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