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Nampa City Council Meeting – September 15, 2025: Ford Idaho Center, Lakeview Subdivision, and Budget Approvals

Public Meetings — Monday, September 15, 2025
BodyNampa, Idaho
SessionPublic Meetings
DateMonday, September 15, 2025
StatusFILED
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2:00

Good evening.

2:02

Welcome to our uh September 15th City Council meeting.

2:06

And uh Mayor Kling is in Washington DC tonight, uh spreading good cheer for a city of Nampa.

2:12

So hopefully she gets a lot accomplished while she's there.

2:19

So we have a long-standing tradition here at Nampa City Council.

2:23

We open with a pledge and a prayer or a prayer and a pledge.

2:27

And tonight we have Nate Roscom with Lakeview Nazarene Church.

2:32

Welcome, Nate.

2:34

Thank you, City Council and those gathered.

2:36

Would you pray with me?

2:39

Holy and Almighty God.

2:42

In these moments, before we set our minds to the work of the people, we pause to give thanks.

2:48

God, we thank you for each unique and gifted individual gathered in this space.

2:52

We thank you for the rich and beautiful and diverse tapestry of humanity that calls Nampa home.

2:57

We thank you for those who have little and those who have much.

3:00

We thank you for those who think like us.

3:03

And we thank you for those who see the world differently than we.

3:07

Above all, we thank you for your unending grace and mercy that enables us to live in community together.

3:13

Without your abiding presence through your Holy Spirit, unity is impossible.

3:52

As a human being created in your image, so that we may hear value and hold space for their opinion and perspective.

5:00

Power to heal, power to speak love, power to stand for justice, power to free the oppressed, power to break the chains of injustice, power to hold the dignity and human humanity of each individual that calls Nampa their home.

5:14

And remind us, oh God, that this power found in Jesus wields no sort or gabble, holds nothing over the neighbor, and is not motivated by self.

5:23

It is a power that is found only in sacrifice and giving up oneself for the other.

5:29

Maybe so in each of us this day, we pray in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

5:35

Amen.

5:36

And would you join me in the Pledge of Allegiance?

5:41

I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands.

5:50

One nation under God, indivisible with liberty and justice for all.

6:00

Thank you, Nathan.

6:01

I appreciate that.

6:04

All right, uh, roll call.

6:06

Rodriguez.

6:07

Here.

6:09

Bills.

6:10

Yes.

6:11

Reynolds here.

6:12

Everfield.

6:13

Yes, here.

6:14

Griffin.

6:15

Here.

6:16

All present.

6:19

All right.

6:19

Before we go to proposed amendments to the agenda, uh, real quick, uh, just want to recognize uh Ron Johnson.

6:27

This is his last meeting of City Council before he sails off into the sunset.

6:33

So thank you for everything that you have uh offered up over the years and council.

6:39

I know since I've been here, you've been a wealth of knowledge, and it's been great to have you here.

6:43

And best of luck in uh in your retirement, and hopefully we see you around.

6:48

So you uh want to say a few words, mayor council members.

7:01

Yeah, I uh it's coming to an end of a long career.

7:05

I started in 1996, and uh honestly when I first started, never thought I would end up as the fire marshal and and doing all this stuff.

7:13

I just wanted to fight fire.

7:15

But as I went through the service, I realized that that was kind of something I had to knack for and moved into prevention in 2006, and I've been there ever since.

7:25

So it's been a pleasure working with y'all.

7:27

I appreciate the support you've given the Nampa Fire District, especially as we transitioned from uh city department to a district.

7:36

So uh that's been a very successful venture, and uh again, I just yeah, want to say I appreciate y'all and uh I'm gonna enjoy some retirement.

7:48

Thank you.

7:48

Thank you very much.

8:02

Uh I think this is also Jeff Barnes' last council meeting.

8:07

Uh, maybe he's going fishing with Ron.

8:10

Um Jeff, do you have anything you would like to say?

Discussion Breakdown — Share of Meeting
Land Use Planning█████████████████████████████████████37%
Procedural████████████████16%
Ford Idaho Center███████████11%
Fiscal Sustainability████4%
Zoning███3%
Water And Wastewater Management███3%
Legal███3%
Public Engagement███3%
Hispanic Heritage Month███3%
Summary of Proceedings

Nampa City Council Meeting – September 15, 2025

The Nampa City Council met on September 15, 2025, at 7:00 PM (local time) to address a full agenda including the future of the Ford Idaho Center, a major subdivision proposal, and several routine fiscal actions. The meeting opened with a prayer and pledge, followed by recognition of retiring staff members. Council debated the Ford Idaho Center’s underutilization, set a minimum sale price of $75 million, and voted to hold a public hearing on October 6, 2025. A controversial Lakeview subdivision was continued to November 3, 2025, after the council failed to approve the proposed modifications. Multiple consent items and financing resolutions were approved unanimously.

Consent Calendar

  • Approved consent agenda as amended, including routine approvals and financial items.
  • Item 1.6A: Reappointment of Dale to the Nampa Development Corporation, approved 6–0 after discussion about the selection process.

Public Comments & Testimony

  • David Gerston (11929 West Calais Drive, Nampa) attempted to speak on the Lloyd Square public hearing (Item 8.1) during public forum but was redirected to the proper public hearing date. The council clarified that written comments would be included in the packet.
  • Lakeview Subdivision (Item 8.2):
    • Jill Hallows (603 West Crimson Loop, Nampa) opposed the development, citing premature timing before the Canyon County area of impact decision, insufficient infrastructure, and negative impacts on wildlife near Lake Lowell. She requested lower density and removal of lots 14–16 adjacent to the green area.
    • Cheryl Higley (12441 South Abbott Valley Way, Nampa) stated she could not support the project because the developer did not honor her suggestion to remove three houses from the green space. She also argued that residential growth does not pay for itself and asked for denial.
    • Carol Gammel (12606 Memory Lane, Nampa) expressed frustration with increased traffic on Iowa Avenue, loss of wildlife, and distrust of developers based on past experiences. She questioned whether the promised 150-foot buffer would be maintained.
    • Susan Weaver (3653 South Pemmet Avenue, Boise) spoke on behalf of the property owners (Karen and Bob Anderson), noting that continued farming was no longer viable due to surrounding development and that the proposed residential transition was a responsible next step.

Discussion Items

  • Ford Idaho Center (Item 5.7 & 5.8):
    • Procurement Director Rick Kennedy reported that only a few appraisers expressed interest in an independent appraisal, with no formal proposals. Council voted 5–1 to cease seeking a formal appraisal.
    • City Attorney Preston Rutter presented a resolution to declare the Ford Idaho Center underutilized/not used for a public purpose, allowing three options: sell to highest bidder, convey to College of Western Idaho (CWI), or retain. After extensive debate, council passed the resolution 4–2 and set a minimum sale price of $75 million (motion carried 4–2). A public hearing is scheduled for October 6, 2025.
  • Lakeview Subdivision (Item 8.2):
    • The applicant (Heath Clark) presented a revised plan with 130 lots, 25% open space, and a 150-foot buffer. Staff recommended approval. Public testimony was largely opposed.
    • Council discussed modifying the plat to remove two lots (Lot 1, Block 5 and one additional lot) to relocate the sports court to a more central location. The applicant agreed to this reduction.
    • A motion to approve with those modifications failed (3–3? The record shows a split vote; the motion failed). Subsequently, a motion to continue the public hearing to November 3, 2025, passed (5–2) to allow further discussion, including clarifying the impact of sales tax revenue and addressing concerns about the gravel pit buffer.
  • Animal Code Amendments (Item 5.6): First reading of amendments to Title 6 (cruelty, animals at large, impoundment) passed under suspension of rules.

Key Outcomes

  • Approved unanimously:
    • Fleet services building contract with Favor Construction ($5 million) (Item 5.1).
    • Vehicle purchase orders for FY26 ($3.587 million) (Item 5.2).
    • Task order amendment for water renewal facility ($84,557) (Item 5.3).
    • Contract with Maclave Civil Constructors for pipeline ($710,300) (Item 5.4).
    • Change order #3 for waterline replacement ($216,535) (Item 5.5).
    • Financing resolution for wastewater system improvements ($16.5 million note at 1.68% interest) (Item 5.9).
    • Comprehensive plan text amendment incorporating fire district impact fees (Item 9.1).
    • Annexation and zoning to IL (76 North Happy Valley Road) (Item 9.2).
    • Annexation and zoning to RS6 for Swainson's Hawk Arbor subdivision (Item 9.3).
  • Ford Idaho Center: Ceased appraisal process; passed underutilization resolution; set minimum sale price at $75 million; public hearing on October 6, 2025.
  • Lakeview Subdivision: Public hearing continued to November 3, 2025, with applicant willing to reduce two lots and relocate sports court.
  • Proclamations: Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept 15–Oct 15, 2025) and Constitution Week (Sept 17–23, 2025) were proclaimed.
  • Executive session: Approved to discuss legal matters (Idaho Code 74-206(1)(c) and (j)).

Meeting Transcript

Good evening. Welcome to our uh September 15th City Council meeting. And uh Mayor Kling is in Washington DC tonight, uh spreading good cheer for a city of Nampa. So hopefully she gets a lot accomplished while she's there. So we have a long-standing tradition here at Nampa City Council. We open with a pledge and a prayer or a prayer and a pledge. And tonight we have Nate Roscom with Lakeview Nazarene Church. Welcome, Nate. Thank you, City Council and those gathered. Would you pray with me? Holy and Almighty God. In these moments, before we set our minds to the work of the people, we pause to give thanks. God, we thank you for each unique and gifted individual gathered in this space. We thank you for the rich and beautiful and diverse tapestry of humanity that calls Nampa home. We thank you for those who have little and those who have much. We thank you for those who think like us. And we thank you for those who see the world differently than we. Above all, we thank you for your unending grace and mercy that enables us to live in community together. Without your abiding presence through your Holy Spirit, unity is impossible. As a human being created in your image, so that we may hear value and hold space for their opinion and perspective. Power to heal, power to speak love, power to stand for justice, power to free the oppressed, power to break the chains of injustice, power to hold the dignity and human humanity of each individual that calls Nampa their home. And remind us, oh God, that this power found in Jesus wields no sort or gabble, holds nothing over the neighbor, and is not motivated by self. It is a power that is found only in sacrifice and giving up oneself for the other. Maybe so in each of us this day, we pray in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Amen. And would you join me in the Pledge of Allegiance? I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands. One nation under God, indivisible with liberty and justice for all. Thank you, Nathan. I appreciate that. All right, uh, roll call. Rodriguez. Here. Bills. Yes. Reynolds here. Everfield. Yes, here. Griffin. Here. All present. All right. Before we go to proposed amendments to the agenda, uh, real quick, uh, just want to recognize uh Ron Johnson. This is his last meeting of City Council before he sails off into the sunset. So thank you for everything that you have uh offered up over the years and council. I know since I've been here, you've been a wealth of knowledge, and it's been great to have you here. And best of luck in uh in your retirement, and hopefully we see you around. So you uh want to say a few words, mayor council members. Yeah, I uh it's coming to an end of a long career. I started in 1996, and uh honestly when I first started, never thought I would end up as the fire marshal and and doing all this stuff.

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