Are you wearing your face covering when you go to the grocery store or to other public places for essential services? You are helping to stop the spread of COVID19. Thank you! We are all in this together.
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CrushTheCurveIdaho.com is a coordinated effort by Idaho businesses, innovators, and leaders to reduce the spread of COVID-19. The mission is to procure testing (COVID-19 and antibody) specifically for Idaho companies to make it easier for essential workers to be tested.
Idaho Issues Mandatory Statewide Stay At Home Order
Please read Idaho’s Stay at Home Order issued Wed. March 25, 2020. It that will remain in effect until April 15, 2020, or until it is extended. A list of exempt essential infrastructure, transportation, financial, food service and other establishments can be found below. The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (IDHW) has a new COVID-19 information line available 1-888-330-3010
Ada County Elected Officials News Conference
Ada County Elected Officials held a joint news conference March 17 at 12:00 noon on the front steps of the Ada County Courthouse on Front Street.
Local Governments approve Emergency Declarations to Assist in COVID 19 response
The decision to approve disaster emergency declarations is not a result of a dire or immediate need for resources. It is being done now – ahead of any crisis – so communities can proactively pursue additional resources that might be needed to help prevent the community spread of COVID-19 in the weeks and months to come.
Stay Informed about Coronavirus
Many folks in our community have various levels of concern about the Novel Coronavirus. While Idaho has not yet reported any cases, health officials say the likelihood that we will have cases is a distinct possibility. We encourage individuals, families, and businesses to stay informed.
Property Tax Help is Available
Are you, your parents, or someone you care about, eligible for property tax relief?
The Ada County Assessor’s office is spreading the word about multiple tax breaks available. Not sure? It doesn’t hurt to ask. Call 208 287-7200 and talk to a real person or visit Ada County Assessor’s website.
Invasive Trees Being Removed from Barber Park
Russian Olives, Siberian Elms, and Callery Pear trees sound beautiful and exotic but they can wreak havoc on important ecosystems along the Boise River. Thanks to a generous donation from the Golden Eagle Audubon Society (GEAS) Ada County Parks & Waterways in collaboration with Ada County Weed, Pest, and Mosquito Abatement,
Idaho’s Largest County Passes Anti-Discrimination Ordinance
BOISE – Ada County Commissioners voted unanimously Wednesday night to prohibit discrimination in unincorporated Ada County based on sexual orientation and gender identity and expression. The ordinance applies to areas of employment, public accommodations and housing.
EXPO Idaho Citizens Advisory Committee
The Board of Ada County Commissioners plans open and transparent process for determining EXPO Idaho’s future.