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Growing Together’s Keri Smith recently joined Matt Todd on the Ranch Podcast for a candid, wide-ranging conversation about growth in Idaho—what’s driving it, what it’s costing us, and why “everyone agrees we should save farmland” doesn’t automatically translate into better outcomes. Watch or listen to the … Continued
As Canyon County continues to grow, many residents are asking an important question: Does the kind of development we approve today strengthen the county’s financial future — or create long-term costs that taxpayers will carry tomorrow? The analysis in this … Continued
“Idaho is – what America was” a statement made by Tristan Weiniger, from the Washington County Farm Bureau in a KTVB “town hall” style conversation on Idaho’s farmland loss and what it means for the future of farming—especially in the … Continued
On November 19th, our Executive Director, Keri Smith, had the privilege of presenting at the 81st Annual Idaho Association of Soil Conservation Districts (IASCD) Conference in Boise. The session, “Tools for Conservation: Land Use and Property Rights,” highlighted Idaho’s land-use … Continued
Understanding the Cost of Services: Why a Healthy Land-Use Portfolio Matters Communities must balance what they collect in taxes with what they spend to provide services—roads, schools, law enforcement, EMS, parks, courts, and more. This balance is measured by the … Continued
On this episode of The 1% Podcast, Rick Hogaboam breaks down one of the most important — and least understood — issues facing Canyon County residents: the true cost of services. Rick explains how growth pressures, infrastructure demands, and rising … Continued
Growing Together Shares Key Insights at Caldwell Chamber Agri-Business Luncheon Monday, November 10th, Growing Together’s Board President, George Crookham presented at the Caldwell Chamber of Commerce Agri-Business Luncheon, offering a clear, data-driven look at how land-use decisions are shaping the … Continued
Back in 2019, BYU–Idaho updated the Cost of Community Services (COCS) analysis for four Idaho counties, including Canyon County — and its findings are just as relevant today as they were then. The study breaks down how much local government … Continued
By Samantha Wright, Gemma Gaudette Published November 10, 2025 at 1:39 PM MST
AOI (Area of City Impact) Hearing Dates: October 29: Wilder – Approved / accepted newly revised Map – FCO’s signed at later date October 30: Greenleaf – Unanimously approved October 30: Notus – approved with Map 3 – FCO’s signed … Continued