County Commissioners from Idaho Advocate at NACo’s Annual PILT Fly-In

Boundary County Commissioner Tim Bertling, Custer County Commissioner Will Nailon, Owyhee County Commissioner Cindy Bachman, and Twin Falls County Commissioner Don Hall along with IAC Executive Director Seth Grigg and IAC Policy Advisor Clay Boeckel joined county leaders from more than 40 public lands counties in 15 states last week for the annual National Association …

Idaho Association of Counties Installs New Executive Officers for 2025-2026

During this week’s Installation Ceremony at the IAC Annual Conference, IAC appointed its new executive officers for 2025-2026. Lemhi County Assessor Jenny Rosin was installed as IAC President, Twin Falls County Clerk Kristina Glascock was installed as 1st Vice President, Payette County Sheriff Andy Creech was installed as 2nd Vice President, and Blaine County Treasurer …

2025 Directory of Idaho County Elected Officials Still Available

IAC’s 2025 Directory of Idaho County Elected Officials is still available for purchase! Published annually, this directory is a valuable resource for those looking to reach Idaho’s nearly 400 county elected officials, hundreds of county staff, and members of affiliate organizations. The directory provides the names, phone numbers, and email addresses for all 396 county …

IAC Announces the Daniel G. Chadwick Civility Award

The Idaho Association of Counties (IAC) is proud to present the first Daniel G. Chadwick Civility Award during its Annual Conference in September 2025 to one deserving individual. The award has been created in the memory of Daniel G. Chadwick, or “Dan,” as most knew him during his 27 years of leading Idaho Association of …

Submitting Your Proposed Legislative Resolutions for 2026

The Idaho Association of Counties (IAC) is now accepting submissions for the legislative resolution process. We invite you to submit a resolution for consideration at the upcoming IAC Annual Conference. In order to be considered for adoption by IAC, the proposal must fulfill the following criteria: Focus on a single issue within the general realm and scope …

IAC Board Members Meet in Sun Valley for 2025 Spring Planning & Development

The Idaho Association of Counties (IAC) Board of Directors met in Sun Valley for their Spring Board Planning and Development Meeting on April 24, 2025. Attendees were welcomed with opening remarks from John David Davidson, IAC President and Blaine County Treasurer. Board members spent considerable time reviewing the proposed 2026 budget and eventually approving it. …

2025 IAC Midwinter Legislative Conference Recap

By Jessica Roth, IAC Communications & Marketing Manager The Idaho Association of Counties (IAC) held its 2025 Midwinter Legislative Conference at the Boise Centre from January 27 – 30. The association’s premier event hosted the largest gathering of Idaho’s county commissioners in the state as well as county treasurers, assessors, clerks, prosecuting attorneys, sheriffs, and …

Idaho Legislative Session Concludes Week One

This year, the 2024 election led to significant turnover in the capitol, so there are many new faces. With so many incoming freshmen, the session started slowly as they continued to learn the ropes. So far, only seven bills have been introduced in the House and none in the Senate, but this does not mean …

Governor Little’s State of The State Proposes “Keeping Promises” Theme

Today, Governor Brad Little delivered the annual State of the State address to kick off the Idaho legislative session. He touted Idaho’s “safe communities, bustling economic activity, increasing incomes, tax relief, fewer regulations, fiscal responsibility, and common-sense values.” He shared this year’s theme, “Keeping Promises.” He reminisced about past promises made to Idahoans for tax …

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.  …