Idaho Association of Noxious Weed Control Superintendents Annual Meeting Recap

By: Chase Youngdahl, Bonner County Noxious Weed Superintendent & IANWCS Secretary The Idaho Association of Noxious Weed Control Superintendents (IANWCS) held their annual membership meeting in the Treasure Valley January 27-28. Day one kicked off at the Canyon County Administration Building, where members heard presentations on a number of industry related topics including pollinator awareness, …

Week Four: 2025 Legislative Session Update

This week has been a whirlwind—in the best way possible! Thank you to everyone who came to Boise for the Midwinter Legislative Conference. There were so many highlights, but one that stands out is hosting nearly 200 county officials at the Capitol. It was a proud moment to walk the halls with so many county …

Week Two: 2025 Legislative Session Update

This week, most of the IAC Legislative Committee members met in person at the IAC Washington Office. The committee received a progress report on the IAC Priorities and Policies for the session and also discussed potential new legislation coming down the pipe, including increasing the fee for Idaho State Park Passports, a Kilowatt Hour Tax, …

2025 NCCAE Presidents and Executives Meeting Recap

Written by John David Davidson, IAC President and Blaine County Treasurer  It was an honor to represent the Idaho Association of Counties (IAC) at the National Council of County Association Executives (NCCAE) Presidents and Executives Meeting in Washington D.C. from January 8-10, 2025. The conference brought together county leaders from across the nation for a …

2025 IACRC Elections Conference Recap

The Idaho Secretary of State’s office and the Idaho Association of County Recorders and Clerks (IACRC) held their annual election training conference at the Riverside Hotel from January 8–10, 2025. This year’s event provided attendees with cutting-edge insights into election trends, technologies, and hands-on training with election software, offering valuable resources to enhance their expertise. …

2024 Fall IAC District Meeting Round-Up

All six IAC Districts met over the past couple of months, and IAC staff were lucky enough to be in attendance at each meeting. District 1 Collaborates with Legislators District 1 invited their legislators to a Local Legislators’ Luncheon. Chair Ben Allen (Shoshone County Prosecutor) welcomed the group and provided background information about IAC and …

ISA & IJAA 2024 New Sheriffs School Recap

The Idaho Sheriffs’ Association (ISA) held their New Sheriffs School from December 9-13, 2024 in Boise, Idaho. This event brought together over 120 sheriffs, lieutenants, jail administrators, and over 55 companies supporting the show as corporate sponsors and exhibitors. All together, 43 out of Idaho’s 44 counties were represented, showcasing the strong commitment to collaboration …

2024 NACo Board of Directors Report – County Crossroads Joint Symposium

By Kathy Ackerman, NACo Board Representative and Idaho County Clerk  The County Crossroads Joint Symposium and National Association of Counties (NACo) Board of Directors Meeting was held on December 4-7, 2024 in Sonoma County, California. This symposium brought together members of the Large Urban Caucus, the Rural Action Caucus, and the NACo Board of Directors. …

2024 IACA Fall Meeting Recap

Last week, the Idaho Association of County Assessors (IACA) gathered in Boise, Idaho for the 2024 Fall Meeting. This all-day event brought together 40 participants representing 32 counties to collaborate, share insights, and enhance their knowledge. Many attendees extended their stay in Boise to participate in the Associated Taxpayers of Idaho conference the following day.  …

New Legislative Leadership Announced

The newly seated Legislature was in town this week to elect leadership for the next two years, select committee chairs and vice chairs, and make committee appointments. In Idaho, majority party leadership and committee chairs have significant influence over legislative priorities, which bills are granted hearings, and the timing of hearings.  House leadership is as …