IACT Hosts New Treasurer Training April 2023
By Sabrina Young, Washington County Treasurer and Tanna Beal, Bingham County Treasurer The Idaho Association of County Treasurers (IACT) provides an effective communication network and is a source of education for county treasurers while promoting integrity, credibility, and professionalism. To support this commitment, IACT provides ongoing educational programs that promote the professional execution of the …
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GemPlan Board of Directors Meets this April
The GemPlan Board of Directors recently gathered in Pocatello for a meet-and-greet at the Sandpiper Restaurant. They also held their official board meeting at the Mutual Building. GemPlan is a self-funded health care plan owned, operated, and controlled by counties for counties, their elected officials, employees, and dependents. GemPlan is also one of IAC’s highest …
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Hidden Gems: Celebrate National County Government Month this April
Help us celebrate National County Government Month by showcasing your county’s hidden gems all month long! National County Government Month (NCGM), held each April, is an annual celebration of county government. We invite you to take this opportunity to promote the important programs and services your county offers. You can use social media to show …
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IAC Legislative Committee Meets in Person this March
Members of IAC’s Legislative Committee met today in downtown Boise for their hybrid meeting to discuss updates on the 2023 Legislative Package that includes IGA-06 Preliminary Levy Rate, Vape Tax – H0199, and H0085 – DMV Title Fees, among others. They also focused on new business, where public defense, the broadband equipment exemption, and others …
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2023 IAC Midwinter Legislative Conference Recap
The Idaho Association of Counties (IAC) hosted its 2023 Midwinter Legislative Conference at the Riverside Hotel in Boise from January 30 – February 2. The four-day conference brought Idaho’s county elected officials, county staff, affiliate agencies, and IAC Corporate Partners like Blue Cross of Idaho, Western States Cat, Enterprise Fleet Management, and more together for …
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Idaho County Officials Travel to DC for 2023 NACo Legislative Conference
By Kathy Ackerman, Idaho County Clerk The National Association of Counties (NACo) held their 2023 Legislative Conference at the Washington Hilton in DC from February 11-14. As your NACo Board Representative, here are a few key takeaways from this year’s conference: Idaho was well-represented at the conference by Seth Grigg, IAC Executive Director; Commissioners Tom …
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2023 IAC Executive Board Members Sworn in at Midwinter Legislative Conference
IAC recently held its installation ceremony for the organization’s board of directors at the 2023 IAC Midwinter Legislative Conference at the Riverside Hotel in Boise. Chris Goetz, Clearwater County Sheriff, held his position as Immediate Past President, while Vic Pearson, Franklin County Prosecuting Attorney, accepted his new role of IAC President. Blaine County Treasurer John …
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IAC Legislative Committee Meets in Person for the First Time in 2023
IAC’s Legislative Committee held their first in-person meeting of 2023 this week in Downtown Boise. Members who couldn’t attend in person participated remotely. Property tax relief remains a focus of the 2023 legislative session and a priority for Idaho’s counties. “We have a hardworking committee with clear legislative priorities,” said Twin Falls County Commissioner Don …
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Idaho Broadband Fund Grants
On January 11, 2023, the Idaho Broadband Advisory Board made a motion to organize project submissions based on the 4 elements identified below. Applicants now have the opportunity to clarify this information within their proposal if it is not already clearly stated. Information is being requested based on the Board’s motion to better understand and …
2022 ISA & IJAA Annual Conference Recap
The Idaho Sheriffs Association (ISA) and the Idaho Jail Administrators Association (IJAA) gathered at the Riverside Hotel this December for the 2022 ISA & IJAA Annual Conference. The three-day event, held from December 13 – 15, featured opening remarks from Governor Brad Little, as well as presentations from keynote speakers on leadership, concerns of police …