News and Press Releases Monday, July 25, 2022

Residents are invited to learn about the Ada County Highway District's budgeting process by attending a public meeting Thursday night.

ACHD's budget includes projects to increase safety and mobility. It also provides for the maintenance and operation of Ada County's roads, sidewalks, traffic signals, bike lanes and related infrastructure.

A public planning meeting for the 2023 budget will be held Thursday, July 28 at 5:30 p.m. Residents can attend the meeting in-person or virtually. The meeting will also be streamed on YouTube.

The meeting will be held in the auditorium at ACHD's headquarters at 3775 Adams Street in Garden City. Members of the public can also watch and ask questions via Zoom. Information on accessing the meeting virtually via Zoom.

During the meeting, residents can learn about ACHD's budget, proposed construction projects and upcoming deadlines.

ACHD runs on a fiscal year that begins in October. Proposed construction projects for the 2023 budget include:

• Improving Locust Grove Road between Victory Road and Overland Road
• Revamping Star Road Bridges #1093 and #2040
• A new Victory Road and Locust Grove Road Roundabout
• Upgraded Pedestrian Crossings at Warm Springs Avenue and Maynard Avenue; Warm Springs Avenue and Sky Bar Street
• Enhanced pedestrian facilities on Floating Feather Road, Brandon Road and Hornback Avenue; Cory Lane, Mitchell Street and Maple Grove Road

Residents who are unable to attend the meeting can submit comments by filling out a TellUs form. Members of the public can also provide comment during the adoption hearing on August 24.