2019 NACo Legislative Conference
WASHINGTON, D.C. – 16 delegates from Idaho joined nearly 2,000 other county leaders in Washington, D.C. for the National Association of Counties (NACo) annual Legislative Conference March 2-6. Participants met with members of the Trump administration and Congress on key issues like disaster recovery, the opioid and substance abuse epidemic, broadband accessibility and revitalizing American …
CAT Board Elects Officers
Earlier this month, the Catastrophic Health Care Cost (CAT) Program Board held its organizational meeting during IAC’s Midwinter Legislative Conference. The following board members were elected as officers: Chair: Roger Christensen, Bonneville County Commissioner Vice Chair: Greg Johnson, Lewis County Commissioner Secretary: Bill Lasley, Power County Commissioner The CAT Board welcomed several new members this …
Legislative Update – February 13, 2019
After a month of little activity, things are finally starting to pick up at the state capitol. Over the last week IAC has introduced five bills or memorials on behalf of the membership. We expect to introduce three others this week and are working on other legislative items yet to be introduced. Among the bills …
IAC Awards H. Sydney Duncombe Award to Tom Katsilometes
The Syd Duncome Award is the Idaho Association of Counties’ highest honor given to individuals that have greatly contributed to furthering county government through development and education in Idaho. The award was created in 1988 in honor of the late H. Sydney Duncombe, who taught and trained numerous county officials in their roles and responsibilities. …
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Legislative Update – January 23, 2019
This week marks the third week of the 2019 Legislative Session. While bill introductions have been slower than usual, much is happening behind the scenes. For counties, three key issues will likely intersect: Medicaid Expansion Public Defense Raising the Justice Levy I recommend keeping a close eye on these important issues throughout the session in …
NACo Fall Board Meeting
By: Gordon Cruickshank, Valley County Commissioner First I want to thank the IAC Membership for allowing me to serve you as one of the NACo Representatives. Wednesday, December 5th I attended a Border Wall tour with Customs and Border Protection officers along with 23 other elected officials. Very interesting to understand the issues they face …
2018 Unofficial General Election Results
IAC has compiled a list of the general election results: https://idcounties.org/2018-general-election/.
2019 IAC Legislative Priorities Set
The general election is just around the corner and the 2019 Idaho Legislative Session on its heels. Many of you will be meeting with your legislators prior to January to begin discussing county legislative needs. I encourage you to take advantage of opportunities to meet with your legislators to continue building relationships and developing lines …
Seven county elected officials awarded for service
Seven county elected officials from across Idaho were honored for their service to their respective counties and to the Idaho Association of Counties at the IAC Annual Conference in Boise. The annual Mills Adler Award is presented to individuals to recognize those county elected officials who strive to improve local government and is decided upon …
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Idaho Association of County Treasurers Elects New Leadership for 2018-2019
OROFINO, ID — Earlier this month, the Idaho Association of County Treasurers (IACT) elected new leadership for 2018 – 2019. IACT held its 93rd Annual Conference in Orofino from August 6-9. The membership held elections at the Best Western Lodge at the River’s Edge during their annual business meeting. Tricia Poulsen was elected as President of …
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