New FCC Broadband Map: Submit Accuracy Challenges Today

If you have been tracking broadband at the federal level, you may have heard that the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) recently released the latest Broadband mapping. With that release comes the opportunity for Idahoans to increase the accuracy of the map. Accuracy is critical because the map will aid in determining the allocation of the …

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 …

IAC Launches New Mentorship Program for Idaho’s County Elected Officials

IAC is excited to announce the launch of its new mentorship program designed as a resource for Idaho’s county elected officials. The IAC Mentoring Program is a one-year commitment that offers the opportunity to develop a mentoring relationship between experienced county elected officials (mentors) and newly elected officials (mentees). County government is complex, and newly …

2022 Fall County Officials Institute Recap

The 2022 Fall County Officials Institute (COI) has wrapped just in time for newly elected county officials to take office and for the legislative session to begin. The training spanned two days this year and was held in three locations around the state from November to December. The training, facilitated by the Idaho Association of …

Idaho County Clerk Travels to Illinois for Fall NACo Board Meeting

By Kathy Ackerman, Idaho County Clerk The Fall National Association of Counties (NACo) Board Meeting and Large Urban County Caucus (LUCC) Symposium was held just outside of Chicago from December 1-3. Since there are no counties in Idaho large enough to be included in LUCC, it is important for Idaho to be represented on the …

IACA 2022 Fall Meeting Recap

The Idaho Association of County Assessors (IACA) met in Boise on November 29 for their Fall Meeting. Over thirty county assessors attended the event, which focuses on yearly updates and training. IACA President Custer County Assessor Jacquel Bruno conducted the meeting. The association welcomed many newly elected county assessors during the meeting. IACA officers also …

Idaho Counties Glow Green for Veterans Day 2022

In observance of Veterans Day, the National Association of Counties launched their Operation Green Light for Veterans campaign. Counties across the country participated in the week-long event by lighting their buildings, offices, trees, and street lights green to honor veterans. Many of Idaho’s counties were proud to show their support for veterans and eagerly participated.  …

IAC Honors Award Recipients at 2022 Annual Conference

The Idaho Association of Counties (IAC) hosted its 2022 Annual Conference in Downtown Boise this September. One of the many highlights of the event was the awards presentation to honor distinguished county elected officials. The Mills-Adler Award is given to officials from various affiliate associations for their dedication and significant contributions to their counties. The …

IAC’s 2022 Annual Conference Recap

The Idaho Association of Counties (IAC) hosted its 2022 Annual Conference at the Boise Centre from September 26 to September 28. County elected officials and county staff from all parts of Idaho gathered in Downtown Boise to participate in the three-day conference. The event featured interactive workshops with presentations from subject-matter experts on topics impacting …

2022-2023 IAC Executive Board Members Sworn in at Annual Conference

IAC held its installation ceremony for the organization’s 2022-2023 board of directors at the IAC Annual Conference this September in downtown Boise. Chris Goetz, Clearwater County Sheriff, took his position as Immediate Past President, while Dotti Owens, Ada County Coroner, accepted her new role of IAC President. Franklin County Prosecuting Attorney Vic Pearson was installed …