Nampa City Council Meeting – January 20, 2026

The Nampa City Council met on January 20, 2026, at 6:00 PM (with a brief recess) to address routine approvals, a land swap discussion with the Nampa School District, a public hearing on an annexation and zoning request, and several budget reallocations. The meeting opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by roll call (5 present, 1 absent – Councilman Reynolds, who gave advance notice).

Consent Calendar

• Approved the consent agenda, which included routine approvals and reappointments (e.g., Tom Turner reappointed to P&Z).

Public Comments & Testimony

• Lizette Soto (503 S. Daven Creek Loop) expressed concerns about inconsistent speed limit signage near City Hall, citing examples of abrupt changes and suggesting better signage in the business district. She submitted exhibits to staff.
• Brian Pearson (17754 Polar Away) opposed a rock quarry operation (off Euclid Road) he described as a quarry, citing noise, vibration, light, and dust impacts on nearby homes. He argued the use violated the development agreement and asked for better buffers. Staff noted the matter is under review.
• Melissa Robinson (155th Street North, Unit 210) delivered a prepared statement on the state of Nampa’s economy, highlighting low unemployment (3.2%), a 7.5% decrease in unemployment insurance taxes, and the need for strategic investments in workforce training, downtown revitalization, and infrastructure.

Discussion Items

• Land Swap with Nampa School District (Discussion Only) – Mayor and Council explored a potential property exchange: the city would transfer Rodeo Park and Stampede Park (approximately 43 acres) to the school district in exchange for the district’s 43 acres at Airport Road and Robinson Road for a future soccer complex. Parks Director Cody Swander and school district representatives Courtney Stoffer and Will Barber presented the concept. Council discussed deed restrictions, density, parking, access, and the need for a soccer facility given the 10-year timeline for the CWI soccer fields. No formal action was taken; the item will return for further consideration.
• Budget Reallocation for Emergency Culvert Replacement (Item 5.2) – Approved $250,000 reallocation from the streets contingency ($600,000 balance) for an emergency Elijah Drain culvert replacement at Pine and Lincoln. Task order with Ardura for $89,707 signed. Public Works clarified the funds are shifted from the annual stormwater project, not a net increase.
• Change Order for Knife River (Item 5.1) – Approved $122,088.95 change order for the Phyllis Canal project.
• Task Order for Purdue Sewer Trunk (Item 5.3) – Approved $521,000 task order with Coler Associates, within the FY26 budget.
• Irrigation Replacement Contract (Item 5.4) – Approved $739,761 contract with La Riviera Inc. for annual irrigation replacement, as budgeted.

Key Outcomes

• Public Hearing Item 8.1 (Prescott Lane development) – Opened and continued to March 16, 2026, at the applicant’s request.
• Variance Approval (Item 8.2) – Approved a variance to maximize lot size in an RS6 zone for a property at 11373 W. Flamingo Avenue, allowing demolition and rebuild. Conditions include frontage improvements and an easement for shared driveway access.
• Annexation and Zoning (Item 8.3 – South Creek Subdivision) – After extensive public testimony (12 speakers, with opposition citing density, parking, and compatibility), the Council approved the annexation and zoning to RS4 with conditions: maximum of 8 single-family units, alignment of western lot lines with adjacent properties, and 4 additional off-street parking spaces. The vote was 4-1 (Councilman Rodriguez opposed). The preliminary plat will go to the Planning and Zoning Commission.
• Unfinished Business (Items 9.1 and 9.2) – Approved a comprehensive plan amendment for parcels on Florida Avenue and Iowa Avenue (industrial designation) and authorized the vacation of a utility easement on Jody Avenue.
• Executive Session – Council convened into executive session under Idaho Code for legal updates on pending matters and an operational policy memo.

Note: The meeting was recorded and transcribed; the summary reflects the proceedings as captured in the transcript. The timestamp provided (2026-01-20 23:58:27+00:00) aligns with the meeting date used in the title.