2026 NACo Annual Conference
The National Association of Counties (NACo) Annual Conference is a fantastic opportunity for county elected officials from across the nation to gather each year. NACo’s Annual Conference includes a variety of committee and caucus meetings, educational workshops, general sessions, and much more. According to John David Davidson, Blaine County Treasurerand IAC Naco representative, the NACo …
U.S. Census Bureau: Population Estimates Challenge Program
As one of the fastest growing states in the nation year after year, one challenge that continues to emerge is ensuring census numbers at the county level keep up with the actual growth. Last fall at IAC’s Annual Conference, many county officials participated in a workshop about a recently conducted study by the University of …
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Now Available: The 2026 IAC Salary and Benefits Survey
The Idaho Association of Counties (IAC) is pleased to announce that the 2026 IAC Salary and Benefits Survey is now published and available for member use! This annual publication provides vital information for counties as the upcoming budget cycle approaches. This report provides objective, comparative data directly from Idaho’s counties that are essential for responsible …
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Six Stops. Hundreds of Attendees. One Stronger Idaho.
IAC has officially concluded the 2026 Spring County Officials Institute (COI) tour! Building on the success of last fall’s expanded format, this year’s training was once again held in six locations across Idaho to reduce travel demands for members and increase accessibility statewide. More than 250 county elected officials, department leaders, and staff members attended …
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Honoring the Colors: Official U.S. Flag Retirement Box Now Available at IAC’s Vista Office!
The Idaho Association of Counties now has an official U.S. Flag Retirement Box at our Vista office location in Boise, ID. Through NACo’s Care for the Flag initiative, American flags can now be properly disposed of at IAC. This box provides a convenient and respectful solution for our members to dispose of American flags that …
IAC Announces 2026 Scholarship Recipients
The Idaho Association of Counties (IAC) has announced the 2026 recipients of its annual scholarship program. After a competitive review process, seven students from across Idaho were selected from a pool of 56 applicants to each receive a $1,000 scholarship. In addition, one runner-up from each district has been awarded a $500 scholarship. Award Recipients: …
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2026 ISA & IJAA Spring Conference Recap
Law enforcement leaders from across Idaho came together in Coeur d’Alene April 13-15 for the Idaho Sheriffs’ Association (ISA) and Idaho Jail Administrators’ Association (IJAA) Spring Conference, bringing together more than 100 law enforcement officials for a week of collaboration and professional development. The conference also featured 56 sponsors and exhibitors from around the country, …
2026 Legislative Session Wrap-Up: A Look at IAC’s Victories and Key Enactments
The Idaho Legislature has adjourned after one of the most contentious sessions in recent history, concluding with significant late-session drama. First and foremost, I want to thank you for your engagement this year. This year, more than ever, legislators commented to us on how frequently they heard from you regarding bills impacting your county. The information …
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Digital Accessibility & ADA Compliance
For counties with populations 50,000 and greater the deadline to meet new standards for website and social media accessibility is coming up April 24, 2026. The core requirement of the new standards is to be Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA, established by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) compliant and some helpful …
What to Watch: Week Twelve
Unfunded Mandate Alert: House Bill 621 to be Heard Tomorrow in House State Affairs While we are hopeful that the legislature will be able to finish its work and adjourn sine die within the next couple of days, we are not letting off the gas during these final days of the session. Tomorrow morning, House …