Okay, we'll go ahead and uh uh call the October twenty-sixth, twenty twenty-six city council meeting to order.

I will confirm we have six members of uh the council in chambers.

We'll move into the pledge of allegiance.

Any of those that would like to participate in the Pledge of Allegiance, please stand if you're able.

Thank you.

We'll move into our proclamations.

We've got two proclamations uh tonight, and I'll read the first one, and that's the breast cancer awareness proclamation.

Breast cancer awareness month, October 2026.

Whereas every year, too many Americans are impacted by the pain and the hardship caused by breast cancer, and whereas breast cancer remains one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths among women.

Whereas breast cancer October is breast cancer awareness month, the city of Twin Falls will stand with breast cancer survivors and raise awareness and advancing research efforts.

So this is really near and dear to my heart, and I've had a lot of fellow breast cancer survivors and not survivors.

So keep up the good work and

get

your mammograms.

Thank

you.

Appreciate

it.

Proclamation declaring October 27, 2026

is

Bickel Elementary Dual Immersion School Day, celebrating 120 years of education, history, and community, 1906 to 2026.

Whereas in 1906, the pioneering pioneering citizens of Twin Falls recognize that that the foundation of a thriving community begins with the education of its children and through their vision and determination.

And whereas for 120 years, Bickel Elementary School has stood as a proud symbol of educational opportunity, community commitment, and the enduring belief that every child deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed.

And whereas, named in honor of Paul S.

Bickle, the first mayor of Twin Falls, the school holds a unique and meaningful connection to the founding and development of our city.

And whereas the historic Bickle Elementary School building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, recognizing its architectural and historical significance

in

and preserving an important chapter in the story of Twin Falls for future generations.

And whereas throughout its distinguished history, Bickel Elementary School has educated generations of children whose lives, accomplishments, and contributions have helped shape the character, strength, and prosperity of Twin Falls and the surrounding communities.

And whereas, while honoring its rich history, Bickel Elementary has embraced the future as a Spanish English dual immersion magnet school, celebrating language, cultural understanding, academic achievement, and the diversity that enriches our community.

And whereas the school 120th anniversary provides a special opportunity to recognize the dedication of past and present educators, administrators, staff, students, families, and community members who have contributed to its remarkable legacy.

And whereas his it this historic milestone is not merely a celebration of one school, but a tribute to the foresight of the early citizens of Twin Falls who understood that investing in education was an investment in the future of their community.

Therefore, I, Jason Brown, mayor of the city of Twin Falls, do hereby proclaim October 27, 2026 as Bickle Elementary Dual Emergence School Day in the city of Twin Falls in recognition of 120 years of educational excellence, historic preservation, and service to generations of children and families.

Be further proclaimed that all citizens of Twin Falls are encouraged to join in honoring the school's distinguished past, celebrating its vibrant present and supporting its promising future, recognizing that Bickel Elementary School remains a lasting testament to the vision, perseverance, and community spirit upon which Twin Falls was founded.

Lucy and the school and Dr.

Dix, everybody come up.

This proclamation is more than a recognition of a school.

It's a tribute to the vision of those who came before us, the dedication of generations of educators and the thousands of students who have walked through Bickle's doors.

On behalf of our students, staff alumni, and committee, thank you for helping us celebrate this remarkable milestone.

Bickle's history is Twin Falls history, and we are proud to be part of the of both.

We would also love to invite you all to attend our celebration tomorrow night from seven, up from five to seven.

Thank you.

Thank you.

Dr.

Dickinson, yeah.

Go

ahead and Craig.

Dr.

Dickinson, it's nice to hear about something that's older than I

am.

Do you want us to come back on that one?

We'll reframe tonight.

Well, thank you.

I I I should say thank you very much for the proclamation.

And um, yeah, the history of Bickle is rich, and um I uh wasn't gonna point out that uh you know we have some alumni in the building, so thank you.

Thank you.

Well,

I I will say I appreciate the partnership we have with the Twin Falls School District.

It's uh educating my children, and I I appreciate it.

Uh it's been a good good opportunity for my kids to go through, and and I think the school district does a great job.