2012 community profile - City of Mountain Home

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2012 COMMUNITY PROFILE
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INTRODUCTION
The City of Mountain Home, Idaho is blessed with nice weather, excellent business location
and a high quality of life. The greatest asset of this small community may be its people.
Mountain Home has been called "Idaho's International Community." The nick- name is valid
because our area is home to the United States Air Force's 366th Fighter Wing, Mountain Home
Air Force Base. Active duty military personnel and their families from all over the world live in
our town. Add to this the large number of Basques that located here in the first half of this
century and you have a truly international mix of people.
The active duty military dependents and spouses and the retired military personnel give our
community a labor force that is superior to other communities of comparable size.
There are 346,550 acres of crops in Elmore County and over 100,000 head of cattle.
Agriculture has always been a mainstay of our economy.
Our low utility rates, inexpensive housing and abundant recreational opportunities make
Mountain Home a place where life is "lived" to the fullest. Our clean air and low crime rate
make everyday a pleasure to be enjoyed. Mountain Home is close enough to Boise that we can
enjoy the advantages of the "big city" without the hassles of living in one.
Look through the following profile of our community. You will see that there are great
advantages to be had in our small town. Further information is available by contacting us. We
sincerely hope you enjoy a good life. It is easy to get used to in Mountain Home, Idaho.
Presented by
Mountain Home Economic Development
150 South 3rd East
Mountain Home, Idaho 83647
Ph (208) 587-2173, Fax (208) 587-2175
[email protected]
Table of Contents
Location
Climate
Wind Speed Chart
Population
Employment
Mountain Home Air Force Base
Transportation
Utilities
Business
Agriculture
Local Government
Developmental Service
Environmental
Taxes
Residential
Land Ownership
Community Service
Cultural Services
Recreation & Tourism
Business Services
Education
Natural Resources
Resources & Services
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LOCATION
ELMORE COUNTY
1. Latitude:
41 degrees
2. Longitude:
W 115 38'
3. Elevation:
3140
4. Distance to major cities:
North: Boise 40 miles, Lewiston 322 miles, Coeur d' Alene 440 miles
South: Twin Falls 86 miles
East: Pocatello 195 miles, Idaho Falls 214 miles
5. Major landmarks include:
La Pat Hotel (Bengoechea)
Mellon Hotel
Elmore County Courthouse
Hacker Middle School (former Junior High)
Mountain Home original townsite at Rattlesnake Creek
Saint James Episcopal Church
Spanish Mission Tower
Basque Pelota Court
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Elmore County Museum (former Andrew Carnegie Library)
6. Brief description of the history of the community, how and when it was developed:
Seven miles northeast of Exit 95, the highway meets the Oregon Trail and the junction of the old Kelton
(Utah) - Boise Stage road. The junction was known as Rattlesnake Station. In the 1870's, Commodore Jackson
purchased the station at Rattlesnake Springs, and used it as a ranch, then moved south to a 160 acre homestead
on the site now known as Mountain Home, when the Oregon Short Line Railroad arrived in 1883. In 1891, the
county seat was moved from Rocky Bar to Mountain Home.
DISTANCES TO MAJOR WESTERN CITIES (approximate)
Albuquerque, NM
Billings, MT
Boise, ID
Calgary, Alberta
Cheyenne, WY
Denver, CO
Great Falls, MT
Las Vegas, NV
Lewiston, ID
1065 miles
556 miles
40 miles
913 miles
700 miles
810 miles
581 miles
590 miles
310 miles
Los Angeles, CA
809 miles
Phoenix, AZ
Portland, OR
Reno, NV
Salt Lake City, UT
San Diego, CA
San Francisco, CA
Seattle, WA
Spokane, WA
Tacoma, WA
Vancouver, Brit. Columbia
* Distances are road miles from Mountain Home, Idaho
2
890 miles
480 miles
458 miles
296 miles
934 miles
608 miles
655 miles
339 miles
615 miles
671 miles
CLIMATE
TEMPERATURE
PARAMETER
F)
F)
F)
F)
F)
F)
F
F
Days With Temperature ≤ F
MOISTURE
PARAMETER
Relative Humidity Mean Max %
Relative Humidity Mean Min %
Vapor Pressure Mean (in Hg)
Dew Point Temp Mean ( F)
Dew Point Temp Extreme Max F)
Dew Point Temp Extreme Min
F)
JAN
FEB
MAR
APR
MA
Y
64
70
81
92
104
105
111
109
104
94
81
63
111
38
45
57
64
74
85
96
94
81
67
50
38
65
31
35
43
49
60
69
80
77
64
51
39
30
51
25
27
33
38
47
54
63
60
49
39
30
25
41
-22
-36
1
16
23
30
35
32
24
12
-5
-22
-36
34
40
52
49
50
49
56
54
52
54
41
34
56
0
0
0
0
3
10
25
22
4
0
0
0
61
27
23
17
9
2
0
0
0
0
9
19
27
136
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
96.5
93.1
86.6
80.5
71.3
60.8
48.4
51.2
62.3
75.6
91.2
97.3
76.6
64.0
46.7
31.4
26.4
21.8
16.6
11.8
11.5
17.0
26.1
47.1
66.4
32.5
0.15
0.15
0.17
0.19
0.22
0.24
0.26
0.25
0.21
0.19
0.18
0.15
0.19
26
27
29
31
36
38
40
39
35
32
30
27
32
JUN
JUL
AU
G
SEP
OC
T
NO
V
DE
C
AN
N
54
51
54
61
67
72
70
67
65
68
55
49
72
-30
-22
-11
-7
0
5
7
0
-2
-2
-14
-34
-34
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WIND ROSE CHART INSTRUCTIONS
Wind Rose Charts depict the percent frequency of occurrence (percent occurrence) of different wind direction
and wind speed combinations for a specific location. The date is displayed on a 2-D graph using 16 compass
directions for a specific location. Wind speed is broken out into 10 categories, plus calm. The default categories
are: 1-6 knots, 7-10 knots, 11-16 knots, 17-21 knots, 22-27 knots, 28-33 knots, 34-40 knots, 41-47 knots, 48-55
knots, and greater than 55 knots.
Each wind speed category is color-coded on the graph. The percent occurrence is indicated by tick marks along
each radial. A tick mark legend is shown along the north (N) radial. To determine the percent occurrence for a
particular wind direction, locate the tick mark bounding the outer edge of the desired wind speed category. For
example, the outer edge of an 11-16 knot category falls on the 25-tick mark on the E radial. The user should
interpret that as 25% of the time the winds were from the east and were 16 knots or less.
To determine the percentage occurrence of any individual speed bin, determine the percent frequencies of the
speeds including that speed and the next lowest category. To come up with the percent occurrence for the east
northeast direction for the 17-22 knot category, in this example, the percent occurrence for all occurrences less
than 22 knots is 28%. Next, determine the percent occurrence for all winds less than 17 knots. In this case,
determine the percent occurrence for all winds less than 16 knots. For Kano, it is 25%. Subtract the 17-21 knot
value, 28%, from the 22-27 knot value, 25%, to get 3%. So 3% of the time, the winds were from the east
northeast at 22-27 knots.
As the user goes further out along the wind direction radial, the percent occurrence will usually get small for
each speed category. The user should not that the values for percent frequency have been summed by direction,
so to determine the total percent frequency for all speeds from a particular direction, locate the tick mark
bounding the outermost colored area along the desired wind direction radial. That tick mark will represent the
total percent of time that the wind occurred from the direction picked. For example, if the outmost wind speed
boundary from the north northeast falls between the 5 and 15 tick mark.
4
5
6
Information Source:
Mountain Home Air Force Base Weather Station
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POPULATION
1. Census figures for the past 20 years:
Mountain Home:
1990
2000
7913
11,143
Elmore County:
1990
2000
21,205
29,130
2010
14,206
2010
27,038
2. Age Distribution of Population (1990-2010):
Under 5 years:
Ages 5 – 19:
Ages 20 – 44:
Ages 45-64:
Ages 65 & over:
1990 - 631
2000 - 922
2010 - 1291
1990 - 1762
2000 - 2683
2010 - 3044
1990 - 3260
2000 - 3260
2010 - 5522
1990 - 1435
2000 - 2021
2010 - 2940
1990 - 825
2000 - 1082
2010 - 1409
3. Population by Sex:
Male:
Female:
7282
6924
Information Source:
US Census Bureau, American Fact Finder
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EMPLOYMENT
Major Employers Mountain Home Area as of 6/12
Business Name
Employee Range
Mountain Home Air Force Base
Mountain Home AFB - Civilian
Mountain Home School District #193
US Department of Defense – Civilian
Marathon Cheese Corporation
Walmart
Elmore Medical Center
City of Mountain Home
Elmore County
Simplot Livestock
Pilot Travel Center
Johnson Brothers Hospitality
Paul’s Market
Albertsons
Three Springs
TLK Dairy
McDonalds
4000 - 5000
1000 - 1500
500 - 600
500 - 600
200 - 500
200 - 500
200 - 500
100 – 200
100 – 200
100 – 200
50 – 100
50 – 100
50 – 100
50 – 100
50 – 100
50 – 100
50 – 100
2010
Average
Employment
Covered Employment
6553
Agriculture
444
Mining
*
Construction
250
Manufacturing
390
Trade, Utilities and Transportation
1111
Information
74
Financial Activities
206
Professional and Business Services
367
Educational and Health Services
509
Leisure and Hospitality
726
Other Services
181
Government
2293
Source: Idaho Department of Labor, Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages
Covered Wages
2000
$19,817
9
%
100.0%
6.8%
*
3.8%
6.0%
17.0%
1.1%
3.1%
5.6%
7.8%
11.1%
2.8%
35.0%
Average Wages
2010
$28,807
Agriculture
$17,876
Mining
*
Construction
$26,680
Manufacturing
$15,622
Trade, Utilities and Transportation
$18,029
Information
$25,591
Financial Activities
$21,149
Professional and Business Services
$28,586
Educational and Health Services
$17,561
Leisure and Hospitality
$8,468
Other Services
$15,076
Government
$23,793
Source: Idaho Department of Labor, Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages
2011
Averages
Civilian Labor Force
11,146
Unemployment
999
Percent of Labor Force Unemployed
9.0%
Employment
10,148
Source: Idaho Department of Labor, Local Area Unemployment Statistics
2011
Southwest
Median Wages
Idaho Region
Management Occupations
$33.59
Transportation and Material Moving Occupations
$13.13
Production Occupations
$13.30
Retail Salespersons
$10.14
Food Preparation and Serving-Related Occupations
$8.73
Office and Administrative Support Occupations
$13.83
Source: Idaho Occupational Employment & Wage Release 2011
Information Source:
Andrew Townsend
Idaho Department of Labor
Ph (208) 332-3570, fax (208) 334-6455
www.idaho.gov
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$24,351
*
$32,257
$30,102
$27,793
$37,269
$32,042
$32,194
$26,731
$11,525
$27,065
$34,482
MOUNTAIN HOME AIR FORCE BASE
Mountain Home Air Force Base is known as the 366th Fighter Wing, “Home of the Gunfighters”. The 366th
Fighter Wing is the premier base for expeditionary integration and tactical innovation.
The men and women of the 366th Fighter Wing impart a unique blend of rapid firepower to locations all over
the world. The Fighter Wing’s Gunfighters are ready to deploy against the spectrum of conflict in any
conceivable environment. Our F-15 C/D and F-15 E Strike Eagles afford the Gunfighters unmatched air-to-air
and air-to-ground combat superiority. These remarkable aircraft are supported through command and control,
communications, intelligence and numerous support functions. The Gunfighters, a team of Expeditionary
Combat Leaders, consolidate these capabilities and forge ideas into airpower.
The base Budget Office publishes an annual Economic Resource Resources Impact Statement. For a copy of
this, you may contact the base Public Affairs Office, (208) 828-6800 or Mountain Home Economic
Development, (208) 587-2173.
The FY10 Economic Impact Statement estimates total dollar impact on surrounding communities is
$1,020,805,824 which includes military retirement payroll.
Base Strength (2011):
Type of Personnel
# of Base Jobs
Multiplier
# of Indirect Jobs
4,379
0.29
1,184
Appropriated Funds Civilian
899
0.43
392
Non-appropriated Funds Civilian
288
0.43
134
Military
TOTAL
5,566
1,710
Retired Personnel (all services) in zip codes of 836XX and 837XX: 7,480
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TRANSPORTATION
Auto
1. Highway/interstate systems accessing our community:
Interstate I-84; I-84B; US 20, 26, 30; State 51, 67
2. System's major destination:
I-84 S-W, I-84B NW-SE, US 20 NE-W, US 26 E-W, US 30 E-W, State 51 NE-S, State 67 W
3. What are the load and height limits?
Height - 14'; load limit - weights up to 105,500. Loads over 80,000 require a permit on inter- states.
Oversize loads require special permits.
4. Agencies responsible for enforcement:
Idaho State Police, Elmore County Sheriff, Mountain Home Police
5. Average daily traffic utilizing systems:
Within city limits, contact Public Works at (208) 587-2108.
I-84, Exit 90: 16,518
I-84, Exit 95: 13,706
I-84, Exit 99: 13,520
For statewide traffic data questions, the phone contacts are (208) 334-8213 or (208) 334- 8207 or visit website
http://itd.idaho.gov/highways/roadwaydata/
6. Number of commercial vehicles?
Estimated average daily average East – West: 1400-1600
Information Source:
Idaho Department. of Transportation
(208) 334-8300
www.itd.idaho.gov
Idaho Port of Entry (208) 334-3272
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AIR SERVICE
BUS & COMMUTER SERVICE
1. Air Service Availability:
1. Bus/Commuter Service:
Mountain Home Municipal Airport supports
small aircraft with a 5000 ft.runway. Boise Air
Terminal is the nearest major air hub, 45 miles
away .
Mountain Home Community Transit
6 am-6 pm, (208) 463-9111
www.treasurevalleytransit.com
ACHD Commuteride
(208) 345-7665
www.commuteride.com
2. Frequency of major service 2011:
FAA operations: 121,810
Landings: 23, 298
Total Passengers: 2,781,708
2. Charter/Rental Service:
First Student Inc(208) 587-8045
3. Passenger and freight service
availability:
3. Passenger and freight service
available?
Passenger & Freight
Yes
4. What are the destinations of this
service?
TRUCK SERVICE
Major US hubs and smaller Northwestern
destinations.
1. Is trucking service to the community?
Specifics can be viewed at
www.iflyboise.com/flight-information/nonstop-destinations/
Numerous commercial haulers do
business in Mountain Home and Mountain
Home Air Force Base.
6. How would you rate these services?
2. Transport services available:
Excellent for both passenger and freight
Taxi Service – Yes
Public Bus Service – Yes
Auto Rental – Yes
Overnight Mail – Yes
Courier Service – Yes
Commuter Service to Boise– Yes
Information Sources:
Boise Air Terminal
3201 Airport Way, Ste 1000
Boise, ID 83705
M-F, 8 am-5 pm
(208) 383-3110
Email: [email protected]
www.iflyboise.com
Mountain Home Airport
(208) 587-3585
www.mountain-home.us
Information Source:
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RAIL SERVICE
1. Rail service availability:
Freight service available, for inquiries dial 1-877-883-1438.
2. Nearest full service hubs?
Freight: Local freight rail service available
Passenger: Salt Lake City, 320 miles
3. What is the frequency of service?
Frequent daily freight trains
4. What are the major rail “hubs” affecting your community?
Nampa, Pocatello, Salt Lake City
See link http://www.uprr.com/aboutup/usguide/index.shtml and click on Idaho
5. Destinations of service:
United States, Mexico and Canada
6. How would you rate service?
Excellent
Information Source:
Union Pacific
280 S 44 W
Salt Lake City, UT84101
Ph (801) 212-3993, Fax (402) 501-2435
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UTILITIES
Natural Gas
1. Supplier:
Intermountain Gas Company
2. Average Annual Usages:
Residential - 761
Commercial - 3,735
3. Cost/Rate:
Commercial - $.6814/therm
Industrial - varies with customer size - approx. LV $.4544/therm
Residential - $.86083/therm
Therm = 100,000 BTU
4. Capacity/Peak Load:
Additional capacity is viewed on a case by case basis. Annual therm throughput, based on current
consumption rates, could be increased by 60% with no major plant expansion.
5. Planned Upgrades/Expansion:
As needed depending on the location and demand of potential customer or customers.
Information Source:
Residential & Small to Large Volume Commercial Customers
Randy Morgan
District Manager, Boise
555. S. Cole Rd
PO Box 7608, Boise, ID 83707
(208) 377-6800
Industrial Customers
Lance Elroy
Manager, Western Regional Industrial Services & Marketing
555 S. Cole Rd
PO Box 7608
Boise, ID 83707
(208) 377-6000
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ELECTRICITY
1. Supplier:
Idaho Power
2. Cost/Rate: Average Costs/KWH (2012)
Residential
Sm. Comm.
Lg. Comm.
Industrial
(Does not include Facility Charges)
.075
.085
.06
.055
Hook up fees vary with customer. (Maps of U.S. rate comparisons at:
http://idahopower.com/customerservicerates/ elecpricemaps.htm)
Historically: Idaho Power has had rates that are among the lowest because of its extensive hydro- electric
generating system which uses falling water as a power source.
3. Capacity/Peak Load:
Electric capacity may be currently available based on load and location.
Information Source:
Idaho Power Company
Blake Watson, Community Relations
PO Box 70
Boise, Idaho 83707
(208) 388-6477
[email protected]
www.idahopower.com
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WATER
1. Ownership
5,000 gallon per month usage. Additional charges
for water usage over 5,000 per month is .93 per
thousand gallons
2. Source:
12. Water Assessment
Deep Wells, 8 (2 with backup power)
$8.00 per running foot for property front footage.
Applies to property heretofor never having used city
water to recoup costs of original installation of
mains.
3. Distribution:
Pumps, gravity flow
4. Maximum daily capacity:
- Business Establishments: Each separate office of
business establishment shall be charged a minimum
rate of $11.00 each month of water service whether
or not the unit is occupied unless that office or
establishment is connected to a separate water meter
and the city water is turned off for a period
exceeding one month.
17.7 MGD
5. Peak Load:
12,300 GPM
6. Storage Capacity:
3.1 MGD ground
7. Hardness:
+ 40 MG/L CACO3
Meter Size
Cost Meter
Tap Deposit
1 inch
1 ½ inch
2 inch
$392.21
$596.35
$782.56
$25.00
$25.00
$25.00
13. Planned Upgrades/Expansion:
8. Mineral Composition:
Additional wells and transmission lines will be
added as needed. Currently upgrading transmission
line to Tank 1.
See analysis report next page
9. Quality of Water:
Information Source:
Good
Water Department
Ron Whitesel
(208) 587-2108
For Rates (208) 587-2104
www.mhpublicworks.us
10. Condition of System:
Average
nwwed information wnEE.
11. Rates:
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General: The monthly toll charge shall be the sum
of 15.60 per month minimum and includes up to a
NEEED NEW CHARTNEED N
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WASTEWATER
1. Ownership
average as stated above.
B. Nonresidential:
2. Total Capacity:
For all nonresidential users, the monthly toll
charge of the wastewater department shall be the
sum of eleven dollars thirty cents ($11.30 per month
for the first five thousand (5,000) gallons and for
any wastewater over and above the five thousand
(5,000) gallons the user rate fee will be calculated
by multiplying the residential user rate of two
dollars eighty-five cents ($2.85) per one thousand
(1,000) gallons of wastewater by a factor as
reported in the table below to obtain the fee for
wastewater over the five thousand (5,000) gallons,
with a minimum monthly charge of eleven dollars
thirty cents ($11.30)per month per equivalent
dwelling unit as provided in section 7-1D-1 of this
title. The wastewater amount shall be calculated to
obtain an average as stated above.
1.7 MGD
3. Sewer Service Charges:
The cost of collecting and treating city
waste-water is based on the volume and strength of
wastewater discharged into Mountain Home's
system. Therefore, user rates are based on the user's
estimated wastewater volume and strength. Volume
is projected by using the customer's average
monthly water meter readings obtained during the
preceding winter months. For purposes of this
section, “winter” shall be defined of November
through February, inclusive. If this water use does
not exceed five thousand (5,000) gallons per month,
the customer is charged the monthly minimum rate.
If it does exceed five thousand (5,000) gallons per
month, the strength of discharge is estimated by
placing the customer in a user group which
contributes approximately the same strength of
wastewater, then assessing an additional fee per one
thousand (1,000) gallons.
A full description of wastewater rate calculation is
shown below:
A. Residential:
The monthly toll charge of the wastewater
department shall be the sum of eleven dollars thirty
cents ($11.30) per month for the first five thousand
(5,000) gallons and the further sum of two dollars
eighty-five cents($2.85) per one thousand (1,000)
gallons of wastewater over and above the amount of
five thousand (5,000) gallons per month, with a
minimum monthly charge of eleven dollars thirty
cents ($11.30) per month per equivalent dwelling
unit as provided in section 7-1D-1 of this title. The
wastewater amount shall be calculated to obtain an
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Wastewater Rates
Type
R.S.E.M.*
Auto Repair/Garage
1.0
Barbershop/Beauty Salon
1.0
Bowling
1.0
Car Wash
0.95
Church
1.0
City/County Buildings
1.0
Commercial laundry
1.07
Drive-in restaurant
1.13
Homes
1.0
Hotel/motel
1.0
Laundry
0.95
*Residential Strength Equivalency Multiplier
Medical (hospital, clinic)
Mobile Home (metered)
Multi-Dwelling Units
Rest Home per Bed
Retail & Grocery Store
School
Service station
Sit down restaurant
Tavern
Unmetered Connections
Warehouse
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.13
1.13
1.0
1.0
C. Industrial Users:
Industrial users will be billed using the following formula:
Monthly bill = $2.35* (Flow) + ($0.071) (#BOD) + ($0.034) (#TSS)
Flow is measured in 1,000 gallons. The term "BOD" shall mean for the purposes of the above "biochemical
oxygen demand".
The term "TSS" shall mean for the purposes of the above "total suspended solids"
Miscellaneous:
Septic Tank
Septage .047/gal min. chg. $5.40
Information Source:
Shirley Batchelor
Wastewater Department
(208) 587-2108
For Rates, (208) 587-2104
www.mhpublicworks.us
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BUSINESS
it is the largest event in the county. Using
donations , 5,000 people are fed a free
barbecue.
1. Average annual rental rate per
square foot:
$5.25-$15.00 depending on size,
type and location
5. Attitudes towards New Business:
Mountain Home has a progressive
attitude towards new business and makes
every effort to streamline the various
processes. The City has developed a First
Response Team and invites utilities, county,
city, school district and other entities as
needed depending on the requirements of the
prospective business to meet together and
discuss needs.
2. Mountain Home Chamber of
Commerce:
The chamber has an estimated
membership of 225 with an additional
membership and dues structure for a
Military Affairs Committee. Other
committees include Air Force Appreciation
Day, Business to Business, Agribusiness,
Silver Wings and Community Activities
Committee. The Chamber, working with the
City, has the Desert Mountain Visitor
Center, Travel & Tourism Committee and
DIG-It (Develop, improve, Grow – It’s
Time).
6. Shopping Centers:
Stardust Plaza
Plaza 51
Rocky Mountain Plaza
Boulevard East
3. Civic Activity and Participation:
7. Grocery Stores:
Businesses actively support the
Lions Club, Rotary Club and the dozens of
organizations from youth to senior in the
area, either with active membership,
donation of goods or contributions to their
various fund-raising efforts.
Albertsons
Pauls Market
Walmart
MHAFB Commissary
8. Trade Area for Mountain Home:
Elmore County, eastern Owyhee
County, western Camas County,
northern Nevada
4. Businesses Support of
Community Projects:
Volunteer manpower, monetary and
gift donations are contributed year-round for
a number of fund-raising events. The largest
is the annual Air Force Appreciation Day
celebration. With over 150 parade entries,
over 10,000 viewers and participants in the
daylong activities,
9. Distance People Come to Trade
in Our Area:
Approximate 120 mile radius
Information Source:
MH Economic Development
[email protected]
(208) 587-2173
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AGRICULTURE
Impact of Agriculture
Introduction
The agricultural industry in Elmore County employs 6.3 % of the total workforce. The total acreage in
farm land is 346,550 acres, and the average farm size is 951 acres. There are 390 farms, ranches and seven
dairies. Based on agricultural data collected by the state of Idaho, the annual market value of farm products sold
by Elmore County farmers and ranchers is $220,121,000. The expertise of the University of Idaho Extension
Educator and all university resources from different disciplines are utilized to assist the commodity groups and
community organizations in Elmore County. Agricultural production and land values are an important element
of the primary foundation for Elmore County economic prosperity and its value index. The establishment of
Carmela Winery in Glenns Ferry near Three Island State Park, and other aesthetic landscapes in Pine,
Featherville and Atlanta, are attracting tourists from all over the United States. Idaho ranks fourth in the nation
for publicly held land. Almost 75% of Elmore County (2,762,309 acres) is state and federally-held land: 67.4%
is federal land, 6.1 % is state land, and the State Department of Fish and Game holds approximately 6,716 acres.
26.5% is privately held land.
Potatoes
Idaho is first in the nation for potato production with over 294,000 acres planted. Elmore County is the
largest potato growing area in southwest Idaho. In 2009 there were 7,100 acres of potatoes grown in the county,
with an average yield of 499 cwt. per harvested acre. Total potato production in the county was 3,540,000.
Approximately 85% of potatoes grown in the county are sold on contract to processors, and the remaining
potatoes are sold on the open market either as fresh produce or processed product. All potato crops are grown
under sprinkler irrigation. Irrigation water is obtained from deep wells or by use of high lift pumps from the
Snake River. Since 1985, the University of Idaho Elmore County Extension Educator has conducted workshops
and field demonstrations on planter performance, fertilizer use efficiency, irrigation management, pest and plant
disease identification and control, storage and bruise management and the use of soil amendment, which have
saved Elmore growers over $1,400,000. Due to his successful research on the effects of Humic Substances on
potato production and plant metabolism, the Extension Educator received the Governor’s Award for
Environmental Stewardship in 2012.
Sugar Beets
Sugar beets constitute an important agricultural commodity in Elmore County. In 2010, 7,400 acres of
sugar beets were planted and harvested. The average yield per harvested acre was 34.7 tons and total sugar beet
production was 257,000 tons. In many cases, yields have increased by as much as 40% in the last twenty-five
years due to improved irrigation, fertilization and pest control practices. Elmore growers have written letters to
the Commissioners regarding the efficacy of the Educator’s information for enhancing fertilizer use efficiency
and increasing crop yield. In 2010 an Elmore County grower who worked directly with the Educator achieved a
crop yield of 42 tons per acre and was nominated “Grower of the Year”. Beets from our area are processed at
the Amalgamated Plant in Nampa. With on-going financial support from Elmore and Owyhee Beet Growers,
Elmore County has conducted three applied research and extension demonstration projects.
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Alfalfa Hay
Idaho ranks third in the nation in hay production. Elmore County hay yield per acre ranks among the
highest of all counties in Idaho. In 2010, over 39,200 acres of alfalfa hay were planted and harvested in Elmore
County, with an average yield of 4.70 tons per acre; the highest yield was 67 tons per acre. The total harvested
production was 184,500 tons. Most of the hay was raised under irrigation. Over 70% of hay produced in
Elmore County is shipped out of the country (with some going to Japan). Since 1984, the University of Idaho
Elmore County Extension Educator has conducted three applied alfalfa production field trials. Educator’s
publication on alfalfa harvest management has been utilized by growers at local, state and regional levels with
excellent outcomes.
Beans
Beans grown in Elmore County are used for seed for both dry-edible and snap garden bean varieties.
Main dry bean varieties include pinto, great northern, red Mexican (small red) and California pink. A variety of
kidney and small white pea beans are also produced in limited quantities. In 2010 2,400 acres of beans were
planted and harvested, with an average yield of 2,130 lbs. per harvested acre and total production of 51,000 cwt.
Bean seed grown in Idaho is generally in greater demand than seed grown elsewhere because of its disease-free
quality.
Small Grain Cereals
Wheat and Barley are being grown mainly with sprinkler irrigation as cash crops and as a main rotation
crop with potatoes. Some oats are grown for grain, but the majority are harvested while still green for hay.
Based on 2010 county crop statistics for all irrigated wheat, 21,500 acres were harvested with an average yield
of 89.0 bushels per harvested acre, and a total production of 1,913,000 bushels. Crop statistics for barley show
1300 harvested acres, with an average yield of 105.4 bushels per acre and a total production of 137,000 bushels.
As a result of the cereal nursery research conducted by University of Idaho personnel during the past 22 years,
farmers are familiarizing themselves with new varieties of wheat and barley that provide greater yields in the
local environment.
Other Agricultural Crops
According to 2009 crop statistics for Elmore County, 12,700 acres of corn were planted for grain and
silage, producing 880,000 bushels of grain and 215,000 tons of silage. 1,500 acres of mint were grown in
Elmore County and processed at a locally owned distillery. 2009 crop statistics show a spearmint yield per acre
of 120 pounds, which sold at $15.70 per pound. Peppermint yield per acre was 100 pounds, and sold at an
average price of $19.80 per pound. Mint has been a good cash crop for the past few years, but requires a great
deal of special care with regard to pest control, irrigation and fertilizer application. Watermelon and cantaloupe
are raised in the eastern and southern portion of the county, producing fruit of excellent quality that is sold
locally.
Commercial and Residential Horticulture
Since 1983, the Educator has conducted educational programs, workshops and farm tours. Horticulture
programs have been sponsored in the county and cities; giving technical assistance in water conservation, soil
management, organic weed and pest control and landscape management. Working with the Elmore County
Master Gardeners, he has implemented several community projects including a Community Garden. He
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continues to advise and plan future phases of the garden. Every year, he teaches twenty different areas of
subject matter for Master Gardener classes and small farmers in Elmore, Owyhee and Ada Counties. He
provides materials and applied information on biological and chemical weed/pest management, guides for
riparian areas for developers, landscaping and sustainable vegetable production for homeowners and land
owners; insect and weed identification and control measures; soil and water management; ornamental and fruit
culture; integrated pest management; tree care clinics; plant disease identification and control measures; waste
management, and water quality.
Vineyards
Since 1988, Elmore County has established two wineries, Carmela Vineyards and Cold Springs Winery,
which are located at some of the highest elevations in the Pacific Northwest. A variety of grapes are produced
on 81 acres in Elmore County, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Franc,
Johannesburg Riesling, Pinot Gris, Viogner, Pinot Noir, Syrah and Tempranillo. Elmore County Extension
Educator has written a publication on nutrient management in grapes that is widely used by growers at county,
state and regional levels with excellent outcomes.
Cattle
Cattle represent a significant share of the agricultural economy of Elmore County. Livestock cash
receipts increased 29% in 2010. According to 2010 Idaho County Estimates, all cattle and calves in the county
totaled 105,000 head. Of these 21,500 were beef (cows that have calved). Because almost 75% of the land in
the Elmore County is federally and state owned, Elmore County presents an ideal situation for cow-calf
operators to graze on federal lands six to eight months out of the year. There is a major commercial feed lot in
the county which has a capacity of approximately 150,000 head. Japan is becoming one of the major exporters
of beef from Elmore County.
Dairy
Based on 2011 state agricultural statistics, Idaho is third in the nation for milk production. Cash receipts
for 2010 increased 33% totaling $1.9 billion. In 2010 Elmore County had a total of 18,500 dairy animals. It is
estimated that money generated from dairying would turn over from 3 to 5 times in the local economy, making
the dairy industry responsible for $150-$250 million of the total economy of the county. Total annual operation
expenses for the dairy industry in Elmore County are estimated in excess of $43.5 million annually. The
Extension Educator has worked with dairymen on their Crop Enterprise Budgets and establishment of new
cropping systems such as silage corn, alfalfa quality management, crop production, and waste management.
Elmore County dairy products are largely sold outside the county, generating a large infusion of “new” or
“outside” money into the community that will contribute to the growth of the local economy.
Sheep and Lamb
ISDA livestock statistics show a total of 717 sheep and lambs in Elmore County. The average value per
head is $105.00, with a total value of $75,285. 6,847 pounds of fleece were harvested. Lambs are sold locally at
livestock auctions in the Treasure Valley and Magic Valley areas.
Forests
According to USDA/Idaho Forest Service, there is a total of 783,196 forested acres in Elmore County.
Primary species of trees harvested in the county are Ponderosa Pine and Douglas fir. The 2000 timber harvest
in Elmore County was 11.48 million board feet with a value of $1,123,675.00, and an additional 1-2 million
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board feet was cut for firewood. Current statistical data is not available at this time, however USDA/IFS
reports that these figures are considerably lower today.
Noxious Weed and Pest Management
Since 1984, the Extension Educator has directed the Elmore County Noxious Weed and Pest
Departments and implemented very successful noxious weed and pest control projects throughout the county in
order to protect and preserve the county rangeland while also assisting landowners. Working with the ISDA and
BLM, the Educator implements cost-share weed spray days and Weed-free forage exchange. He conducts
various workshops to educate the community concerning noxious weed control, herbicide and pesticide safety.
The Educator also supervises and implements the Elmore County Pest Abatement District. In 1985 the USDA
reported that in one year the Educator’s Mormon cricket and grasshopper control measures for crop protection
saved growers and the county $14 million. The outstanding success of the program was publicized nationally
via the New York Times and national television, and Educator was awarded the first Governor’s Award of
Excellence in Agriculture.
Youth and Family
Elmore County has maintained a strong 4-H Youth Development program for almost 100 years. The Educator
and Program Assistant maintain an active 4-H Expansion and Review Committee; continue to assist the
progress of the afterschool and school enrichment programs in the community and on the Air Force Base.
Cooperating with Youth Directors and Tech Coordinators, he has implemented technological 4-H educational
projects. Each year, he trains volunteer 4-H leaders in child safety, 4-H policy and procedures, effective
communication and experiential learning. Yearly, he directs a conservation field day for high school students
and assists a local high school with their People’s Garden project. He provides research-based educational
programs that promote the personal growth and development of youth and adult leaders. He works closely with
the Elmore County Fair Board in planning and conducting the Elmore County Fair to effectively exhibit 4-H
projects. Partnering with other civic and University organizations, the Extension Office offers families with
training in finances, food preservation and safety, and many family-oriented programs.
Information Source:
Mir Seyedbagheri
Elmore County Extension
(208) 587-2136, Ext 509
[email protected]
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LOCAL GOVERNMENT
8. Cooperation between Cities and
County:
COUNTY
1. County:
The county is working with the City of Mountain
Home regarding impact areas, enhanced 911
services, juvenile issues, recycling services, &
departmental services.
Elmore, County Seat - Mountain Home
2. County Commissioners:
9. Accessing and Utilizing State &
Federal Programs:
Three Commissioners preside over Elmore
County.Terms alternate between two and four years.
Com missioners meet the second and fourth
Monday of each month at 9 a.m.
The county is working with Southwest Idaho
Private Industry Council, Department of Juvenile
Corrections & Sage Community Resources on a
variety of programs.
3. Annual County Operating Budget:
$11,260,067 (FY04)
Information Source:
Barbara Steele, Elmore County Clerk
(208) 587-2130, ext 500
www.elmorecounty.org
4. Existing Bonded Indebtedness:
None
CITY
5. Local Option Taxes:
1. City Government:
Property Taxes, Sales Tax, Fees and Fines,
Licenses, Payment in Lieu of Taxes, Building
Permits, Administrative Fees, State Revenue
Sharing, Rent, Refunds and Reimbursements,
Interest
Mayor: Full Time Mayor
Council: Four part-time City Council.
Terms: Four years, staggered
Meeting Time: 6:00 p.m., 2nd & 4th
Monday of each month
6. Attitude towards Industry:
2. Major Sources of Revenue:
The Board of Commissioners is an active
participant in the Sage Community Resources, the
Idaho Association of Counties and the Private
Industry Council.
Property Taxes $5,111,535
State Revenues $830,000
Highway Funds $620,000
All other Revenues: $11,906,9473,700,000
7. Cooperation between adjacent
governments:
3. Current Bond Elections for General
Obligation Bonds:
The Board is involved in the funding of the
Central District Health Department, in conjunction
with Ada, Boise and Valley Counties. Many senior
programs offered by Central District Health.
1.5 million dollar Library Expansion Bond
Election
2.075 million Police Building Bonds
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4. Revenue Bonds:
9. Examples of community success in
accessing and utilizing federal programs:
None
Environmental Protection Agency grants
Federal Aviation Administration
Economic Development Administration
Economic Adjustment
US Department of Housing and Urban
Development (FHA)
Community Development Block Grants (HUD)
US Department of Justice
US Forest Service
US Department of Transportation (ISTEA)
FEMA
5. Certificates of Participation
1.5 million 1996 certificates of participation
for Golf Course expansion 9 to 18 holes.
6. Sources of Revenue for Local
Governments:
Property taxes, Highway Users fee, State
Revenue Liquor User fees (state shared), Sales tax
(state shared), Franchise fees, Development Impact
fees.
10. Do you have any consolidation/
annexation plans?
7. Attitudes of Local Government toward
Industry:
A one mile area of impact has been
established working in close coordination with
county officials. Annexation occurs as requested
and approved.
The city has established a “First Response”
team which can be convened at any time to meet
with prospective businesses and developers.
County, labor and other officials as is appropriate
attend the First Response meetings. The city owns
an established industrial park on Highway 20 with
land available. Scotts Industrial Park is established
adjacent to Mountain Home Municipal airport.
Other parcels are also available for development.
Information Source:
Nina Patterson, City Clerk
Paula Szafranski, Treasurer
(208) 587-2104
8. Is there cooperation between adjacent
governmental units?
Cooperation is strong between the city
and county governmental agencies.
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POLICE
1. Number of Local Officers
34 Total Personnel:
26 Sworn Officers
5 Administrative Assistants
3 Animal Control Personnel
2 Reserve Officers (patrol)
(Capacity for 10)
Volunteer Citizens on Patrol
2. Levels of Efficiency:
Sworn officers:
Master Certificate
Supervisory Certificate
Advanced Certificates
Intermediate Certificates
Base Certificates
Certifications pending probation period
Reserve Officers:
Level One
1
1
6
9
7
2
2
3. Police Vehicles:
Total Vehicles: 33
marked patrol vehicles
patrol motorcycles
Citizens on Patrol vehicles
Detective (major crimes, vice, narcotics)
Special Duty unmarked vehicles
Special Response Team (SRT) vehicle
Crime Scene Investigations vehicle
Animal Shelter vehicles
4. Annual Budget for Police Services:
Total Police Budget . .. . . .$1,693,700
Salaries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$928,496
Operating Expenses . .. .. . $259,200
Capital Outlay. . . . . . . . . . $199,600
5. Are centrally connected alarm services available?
Yes
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12
3
5
6
3
1
1
2
6. Crime rate for the community:
See crime report
7. Reciprocal agreements in place:
Elmore County Sheriff’s Office for Mutual Assistance
Information Source:
Nick Schilz, Chief
(208) 587-2101
Mountain Home PD
January – September Crime Report
Total Offenses
589
% change from last year -13.9%
Clearance Rate
Last year's rate
Total Arrests
Hate Crime Incidents
Law Officers
Assaulted
% change from last year
420
-6.5%
Crimes Against Persons
259
Last year
228
13.6%
Crimes Against Society
62
Last year
68
-8.8%
46.90%
33.20%
0
0
Crimes Against Property
268
Last year
388
Offense Reporting:
Group "A"
Murder
Negligent Manslaughter
Forcible Rape
Robbery
Aggravated Assault
Burglary
Larceny
Motor Vehicle Theft
Offenses
Reported
Offenses Cleared
0
0
5
2
36
26
121
4
28
0
0
1
1
31
4
31
1
Last
Year
0
0
3
0
31
32
159
5
Arson
Simple Assault
Intimidation
Bribery
Counterfeiting/Forgery
Vandalism
Drugs/Narcotics Violation
Drug Equipment Violation
Embezzlement
Extortion/Blackmail
Fraud
Gambling
Kidnapping
Pornography
Prostitution
Forcible Sodomy
Sexual Assault w/Object
Forcible Fondling
Incest
Statutory Rape
Stolen Property
Weapon Law Violation
Total Group "A"
Arrest Reporting
Group "A"
Murder
Negligent Manslaughter
Forcible Rape
Robbery
Aggravated Assault
Burglary
Larceny
Motor Vehicle Theft
Arson
Simple Assault
Intimidation
Bribery
Counterfeiting/Forgery
Vandalism
Drug/Narcotics Violations
Drug Equipment Violations
Embezzlement
Extortion/Blackmail
8
189
10
0
1
74
28
24
0
0
31
0
3
2
0
0
0
14
0
2
1
8
589
Adult
0
0
0
2
15
4
23
1
0
65
0
0
0
2
14
6
0
0
Juvenile
1
135
1
0
0
8
21
21
0
0
2
0
1
0
0
0
0
13
0
1
0
3
276
Last
Year
Total
0
0
0
0
2
7
4
0
0
7
0
0
0
0
6
3
0
0
29
5
164
14
0
6
148
26
31
1
0
28
0
4
0
0
0
0
10
0
2
4
11
684
0
0
0
2
17
11
27
1
0
72
0
0
0
2
20
9
0
0
0
0
0
0
12
3
15
1
3
58
1
0
0
2
16
16
0
0
Fraud
Gambling
Kidnapping
Pornography
Prostitution
Forcible Sodomy
Sexual Assault w/Object
Forcible Fondling
Incest
Statutory Rape
Stolen Property
Weapon Law Violation
Total Group "A" Arrests
Group "B" Arrests
Bad Checks
Curfew/Vagrancy
Disorderly Conduct
DUI
Drunkenness
Family Offense-nonviolent
Liquor Law Violation
Peeping Tom
Runaways
Trespass
All Other Offenses
Total Group "B" Arrests
TOTAL ARRESTS
2
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
0
2
0
2
139
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
2
0
0
0
1
32
2
0
0
0
0
0
0
3
0
2
0
3
171
2
0
0
0
0
0
0
3
0
0
1
3
137
0
2
11
57
0
0
30
0
0
5
92
197
336
0
2
1
1
0
0
14
0
20
1
13
52
84
0
4
12
58
0
0
44
0
20
6
105
249
420
0
12
12
92
0
0
73
0
17
8
98
312
449
Prepared by Idaho State Police, Bureau of Criminal Identification, Uniform Crime Reporting Unit, 11/09/2012
SHERIFF
1. Number of Local Officers:
Total Local Officers:
Sheriff
Chief Deputy
Patrol Captain
Patrol Sergeant
Community Policing Sergeant
Detective Captain
Detectives
Marine Deputy (part-time)
Patrol Deputy
25
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
6
6
30
Glenns Ferry Patrol Deputy
Pine/Featherville Resident Deputy
3
2
2. Office Staff
Total Office Staff
Warrants
Civil
Process Server
Drivers License
Records
Glenns Ferry Records
Dispatch/911
15
1
1
1
2
1
1
8
3. Correctional/Jail/Courts:
Total Corrections/Jail/Courts:
Court Security
Captain
Sergeant
Correctional Deputy
SILD (Inmate Labor Detail)
Jail Cook
Bailiff
Bookkeeper
Reception
25.5
3
1
1
15.5
1
0
2
1
1
4. Levels of Efficiency:
Executive Certification
Advanced Certification
Intermediate Certification
Basic Certification
Correctional Officer Certification
1
3
10
10
18
5. Sheriff Vehicles:
Total Vehicles:
Unmarked Vehicles
Detective Unmarked Vehicles
(Crime 2, Narcotic 1)
4x4 Patrol Vehicles
Marked Patrol Vehicles
Transport & Civil
Snowmobiles (State Lease)
Inmate Labor Van
38
2
3
8
12
4
2
1
31
Inmate Labor Pickup
Boats (1 Prop, 2 Jet)
Motorcycles (State Lease)
1
3
2
6. Annual Budget for Sheriff Services:
a. Law Enforcement:
Salaries
Operating Expense
Total
$1,708,307
$ 209,950
$1,918,257
b. Jail
Salaries
Operating Expense
Total
$1,122,063
$ 757,000
$1,879,063
c. Dispatch
Salaries
Operating Expenses
Total
$ 385,717
$
25,550
$ 411,267
Total Budget
$4,208,587
6. Are centrally connected alarm services available? Yes
7. Reciprocal agreements with other agencies for personnel and/or equipment:
Idaho State Police
US Forest Service
Mountain Home Police
Office of Special Investigations
Idaho Fish & Game
Information Source
Sheriff Rick Layher
2255 E 8th N
(208) 587-2100, fax (208) 587-2118
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RURAL FIRE DEPARTMENT
CITY FIRE DEPARTMENT
1. Number of firefighters:
1. Number of firefighters:
1 full time chief
1 full time firefighter
33 volunteer firefighters
1 full time chief
1 full time firefighter
33 volunteer firefighters
2. Number of pieces of equipment:
2. Number of pieces of equipment:
2 pumpers
1 tender
4 brush
4 pumpers
1 751 Quint pumper
1 Command Vehicle
3. Idaho Survey and Rating Bureau:
Community Rating:
3. Idaho Survey and Rating Bureau:
8 within 5 miles
6 in areas with water supply
Community Rating: 3
4. Is equipment available for fighting
Industrial fires? Yes
4. Is equipment available for fighting
industrial fires: Yes
5. Are automatic fire alarms available?
5. Are automatic fire alarms available?
No
Yes
6. Water pressure availability for fire
fighting:
6. Number of Fire Stations: Three
7. Water pressures for firefighting:
Ability to carry 6500 gallons of water on
water tenders and pumpers.
Maximum: 90 lbs
7. How are provisions of the fire code
enforced? Elmore County Building Inspector
Minimum: 32 lbs
8. Reciprocal agreements for mutual
assistance in place:
8. Reciprocal agreements for mutual
assistance in place:
Mountain Home Air Force Base, Bureau of Land
Management and 60 other agencies in Southwest
Idaho
Mountain Home Air Force Base, Bureau of
Land Management & 60 other agencies in
Southwest Idaho
9. Do you have local fire inspection
regulations? Yes, International Fire Code
8. Do you have local fire inspection
regulations? Yes
Information Source:
MH Fire Department, Brian Reed
(208) 587-2117
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STREETS & TRAFFIC
BUILDING & DEVELOPMENT
1. Does the community receive
professional help in designing and
planning streets for adequate traffic
flow? Yes, working with Idaho Department of
City
Transportation
2. Do you have an accurate base map
of your community?
Yes
1. Do you have a planning board or
commission? Yes
2. Conditions of City Streets: Good to
very good
3. Do you have legally binding plat
maps of your community? Yes
3. Is there a planned street
maintenance program? Yes
4. Do you have a current
comprehensive plan? Yes, enacted in
4. Has planned maintenance been
deferred for budgetary reasons? No
1992, 2008 update
5. Do you having a zoning ordinance
with definitions of zoning
classifications? Yes, update completed in
6. How are street improvements paid
for? Highway users and general tax funds
2007
7. Are there adequate sidewalks and
crosswalks? Yes. Continued program to have
6. Do you have:
Residential zoning? Yes
Mobile Home zoning: Yes
Subdivision regulations: Yes
Flood Management Plan: Yes
all street corners handicap accessible with
handicap ramps and markings.
8. Snow Removal Program: Yes
7. Do you have regulations regarding:
Height of structures: Yes
Off-Street parking: Yes
Setback requirements: Yes
Waste material: Yes
Outside storage: Yes
Fencing: Yes
Noise: Yes
Dirt: Yes
Loading: Yes
Fire hazards: Yes
Noxious Gas: Yes
Vibrations: Yes
9. Is street lighting adequate? Yes
10. Are existing traffic signals and
signs adequate? Traffic volume has
increased significantly. Pedestrian activated
lights have been located at all lights and turn
signals have been updated.
Information Source:
Mountain Home Street Department
(208) 587-2108
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Signage: Yes
Dust: Yes
Smoke: Yes, EPA standards
Aesthetics: Yes
Glare: Yes
6. Do you have:
Residential zoning: Yes
Mobile Home zoning: Yes
Subdivision regulations: Yes
Information Source:
City Building Services
(208) 580-2091
7. Do you have regulations regarding:
Height of structures: Yes
Off-Street parking: Yes
Setback requirements: Yes
Waste material: Yes
Outside storage: Yes
Fencing: Yes
Noise: Yes
Dirt: Yes
Loading: Yes
Fire hazards: Yes
Noxious Gas: Yes
Vibrations: Yes
Signage: Yes
Dust: Yes
Smoke: Yes, EPA standards
Aesthetics: yes
Glare: Yes
County
1. Do you have a planning board or
commission? Yes
2. Do you have an accurate base map
of your community?
Yes
3. Do you have a legally binding plat
map of your community? Yes
4. Do you have a comprehensive plan?
Yes, enacted in 2004, revisions to be
completed 2012
Information Source:
5. Do you have a zoning ordinance
with definitions of zoning
classifications?
Elmore County Growth & Development
Alan Christy, Director
(208) 587-2142 Ext. 269
[email protected]
Yes, amended and restated ordinance
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ENVIRONMENTAL
1. Solid Waste Management:
A. Residential waste removal is contracted to Allied Waste. City residents are provided with a 95 gallon
garbage tote. Collection is weekly.
B. Residential yard waste removal is contracted to Allied Waste. Residents are asked to use paper leaf bags or a
reusable container for weekly collection. Collection is limited to dates from April 1 thru November 30.
C. Recycled materials drop off sites are operated by Allied Waste
D. A metals salvage yard on Airbase Rd. is operated by United Metals and Salvage Company, Inc. (587-7511).
E. Household Hazardous Materials are collected yearly by Envirosafe Services Inc. of Grandview in
cooperation with the City Parks, Recreation Advisory Board.
F. Elmore County operates a small municipal landfill off Bennett Road, approximately seven southeast of
town.
G. A regional RCRA, subtitle D landfill, Idaho Waste Systems, is approximately 20 miles northwest of town,
off of I-84.
H. Curbside Recycling: Residents of Mountain Home can set out the following materials for recycling. Plastics,
aluminum, tin, steel, newspapers, magazines, catalogues, mixed paper, cardboard and used motor oil.
2. Air Quality
A. Air quality is considered continually refreshed and good.
B. Particulate matter caused by unimproved roads and agricultural operations can be high in the summer
months.
C. During the fire season of August through September air quality can be diminished by smoke especially
during dry water years.
3. Water
A. Water on the Mountain Home Plateau is obtained via a surface water distribution system operated by the
Mountain Home Irrigation District, or from the ground from either the perched or regional aquifer. Drinking
water is almost exclusively drawn from the deep regional aquifer.
B. Mountain Home is located on an arid plane, therefore water is a valuable resource. Voluntary conservation
efforts are common.
C. A Mountain Home Ground Water Advisory Committee was formed by direction of the Idaho Department of
Water Resources in 1996 to assist in the management of ground water as a resource in the Mountain Home area.
D. Drinking water from the deep regional aquifer is good quality water with a low objectionable mineral
content.
Information Source:
Mountain Home Environmental Services
(208) 587-2112
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TAXES
1. Total assessed value
County
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
Gross:
Net:
Gross:
Net:
Gross:
Net:
Gross:
Net:
Gross:
Net:
$1,780,125,829
$1,366,913,497
$1,861,093,205
$1,440,808,992
$1,836,505,519
$1,432,516,213
$1,643,652,298
$1,315,521,897
Gross:
Net:
Gross:
Net:
Gross:
Net:
Gross:
Net:
Gross:
Net:
$817,363,933
$552,359,861
$849,140,798
$581,208,012
$834,020,678
$577,625,526
$708,749,322
$501,437,487
Mountain Home
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2. How frequently are property appraisals updated? Annually
3. How are the updates completed?
20% by annual physical appraisal
80% by trend appraisal.
4. Current property tax rate: (2012)
Code 1 (city) .022211321
Code 52
.011528671
5. What has it been?
2008
2009
2010
.016142915
.016141534
.019281709
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2011
2012
.020906808
6. Retail sales tax percentage:
State - 6%
City – None
7. Personal income tax percentage:
State income tax, on (taxable income) of $25.00 to $50,000 is 1.6% to 7.8%
8. Corporate state income tax percentage:
7.6% of taxable income
9. Workers' compensation rate:
$.11 to $48.73 per $100.00 of payroll.
10. Unemployment compensation rate:
1.302% on the first $30.200
11. School tax rate:
State Foundation Payment
County property tax (7.8%)
Federal revenue share and sales tax share
12. County tax rate: Funded from property taxes @ .004520542 + state revenue share + sales tax share
13. City tax rate: Funded from property taxes @ .011502058+ state revenue share + sales tax share
14. Local Option Tax Rate: None
15. Overall tax burden:
Per capita for 2000 was $1837 state and $709 local, total $2,546. Per capita state & local, lowest of 13 western
states
Elmore County Treasurer
Rose Plympton, (208) 587-2130
Elmore County Assessor
Ron Fisher, (208) 587-2130, ext. 507
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RESIDENTIAL
1. Number of residential homes and values:
Home (not land) Values:
Under $20,000
$20,000 - $49,999
$50,000 - $79,999
$80,000 - $99,999
$100,000 - $149,999
$150,000 - $199,999
Over $200,000
181
1390
1767
510
673
60
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Median Home Value
$59,467
2. Average price range:
Existing 1000 sq ft
Existing 1200 sq ft
New 1200-1499 sq ft.
New 1500-1800 sq ft
$64,600
$73,019
$96,548
$113,120
3. Permits/Fees Required for Construction:
Building permits for new construction within the city include impact fees for fire, streets, police and parks,
water meter, and water and sewer availability fees. All new homes built require a full landscape package with
sprinklers. Building permits are required by city and county.
4. Average rental rates:
800 – 1,000 sq ft
$500 and up
1,200 – 1,500 sq ft
$650 and up
1,700 – 2,000 sq ft
$850 and up
Duplexes, Multiple Units $700 and up
5. Total number of dwelling units in the community, including mobile homes:
5225 (est)
6. Number constructed in the last ten years within city limits:
2003 - 2007
2008 - 2012
660 (850 units
255
2008
Single family - 104, Duplex – 15, Townhouse - 2
Total 123:
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2009
2010
2011
2012
Total 84:
Total 23:
Total 7:
Total 18:
Single family – 82, Four-plex – 2
Single family – 23
Single family – 7
Single family - 18
7. Subsidized housing programs available?
Yes, several special low income programs for the general public, seniors & the disabled.
8. Do you have a building code and is it enforced?
The city has adopted the 2009 International Building Code and it is enforced.
10. Average cost per square foot for new residential construction:
$90-$110 per square foot, excluding lot.
12. Are there speculative builders in the area? Yes
13. How many mobile home parks? 19
14. How many privately owned mobile home lots? 323
City Hall Building Department
(208) 587-2104
Ron Fisher
(208) 587-2130
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LAND OWNERSHIP
1. Total acreage of the city.
3901.789 acres/6.097 sq. miles
2. Total acreage of the county.
1,969,620 acres/3077 sq. miles
3. Percentage of undeveloped land within city limits
Minimal
4. Percentage of paved streets within city limits
98%
5. Percentage of ownership land within city limits (estimated)
Federal 0%; State .1%; County .5%; City .75%; School 4.0% ; Private 94.65%
6. Percentage of ownership of land within the county (estimated)
Federal 72.6%-includes BLM, US Forest Service, Department of Energy, Bureau of Reclamation, Air
Force, National Park Service, Corps of Engineers, US Fish & Wildlife, Agricultural Research Service, Bureau
of Indian Affairs.
State 6.3% - includes: Endowment, Fish & Game, Parks & Recreation.
Private 21.1%
Information Source:
Ron Fisher
(208) 587-2130
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COMMUNITY SERVICE
1. Hospital:
Elmore Medical Center, 895 N. 6th East, Mountain Home
25 bed Critical Access Hospital
2. Emergency Department: 24 hour service provided at Elmore Medical Center
3. Nursing Home:
Elmore Medical Center Long Term Care Unit
34 beds, skilled nursing facility, licensed Medicare/Medicaid, long term care.
4. Primary Health Care Clinics/Doctors:
(Mountain Home unless otherwise noted)
Desert Sage Health Center, 2280 American Legion Blvd
Doctors Clinic of Elmore County, 2100 American Legion Blvd
Family Care Clinic, 110 Rattlesnake Station, Suite B
Glenns Ferry Health Center,486 West First Avenue, Glenns Ferry
Medical Dental Center, 805 N. 6th E
Trinity Mountain Medical Clinic, 465 McKenna Dr
4. Active Medical Staff:
Scott Baldridge, DO
Family Practice
Timothy Brininger, MD Family Practice
Michael Charme, MD OB/GYN
Charles Criddle, MD
Pediatrics
Dan D. Crossley, MD
Family Practice
Stephen Johnson, MD Family Practice
Michael P. Koelsch, MD Internal Medicine
Deborah Madden, MD
Timothy Muhonen, MD
Karl Olson, MD
Layne D. Roberts, DO
Richard F. Starkey, MD
Rachel Swartz, MD
Matthew Williams, MD
Family Practice
Family Practice
Family Practice
Family Practice
Family Practice
OB/GYN
General Surgeon
5. Courtesy Medical Staff and Associates:
A wide variety of specialists have courtesy staff privileges and see patients locally. Specialties include:
Radiology
Mental Health
Ophthalmology
Emergency Medicine
General Surgery
Urology
Cardiology
Pediatric Cardiology
Physical Medicine
Orthopedics
Sleep Medicine
Dentists
Occupational Medicine
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5. Number of medical personnel employed by facility, by category includes full time, part
time and PRN employees
Nurses
Nurse Anesthetists
Scrub Technicians
Nurses Aide (CNA)
Administrative
78
4
5
30
7
Clerical
Dietary
Housekeeping
Other
28
15
15
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6. Ownership of the facility: Hospital District
7. Specialty and ancillary services available:
Inpatient Acute Care, Ambulatory Surgery Post Operative Recovery, Respiratory Therapy &
Telemetry, Family Centered Birthing Suits, Newborn Nursery, Pediatrics, Clinical Laboratory, CT, DEXI, and
MRI Scan, X-Ray, Ultrasound, ACR, Accredited Mammography, Physical Therapy, Prepared Childbirth
Education, Basic Life Support (CPR) Classes.
8. Visiting Specialists:
Cardiology, Pediatric Cardiology, Podiatry, Orthopedics, Ophthalmology, Urology, Diabetic
Counseling, Occupational Medicine, Medication Management, Mental Health, Audiologist, General Surgery.
9. Are trauma facilities available in area?
Yes - 24 hour Emergency Department at Elmore Medical Center, St Alphonsus and St. Luke’s Hospitals
of Boise provide Lifeflight services to Elmore County
11. How ambulance and paramedic services are provided:
Elmore County contracts for ambulance services in Mountain Home and Glenns Ferry, with quick
response Units in Prairie and Featherville; Neo- natal transport unit, St. Luke's Regional Medical Center; Boise
Air St. Lukes Air Ambulance Service, St. Luke's Regional Medical Center, Boise
Information Source:
(208) 587-8401
www.elmoremedicalcenter.org
Greg Maurer,Administrator
Betty VanGhluwe, Chief Operations Officer
Trisha Senger, Chief Financial Officer
Deb Plemmons, Chief Nursing Officer
Susan Bass, Performance Improvement Director
Doreen Krabbenhoft, Development Director
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CULTURAL SERVICES
volumes, the city had vowed continued funding and
increased the book budget to $900 a year, and the
library enjoyed 400 card-carrying patrons.
1. Museums:
The Elmore County Historical Museum is
located in downtown Mountain Home across from
Paul's Market and next to City Hall at 180 S 3rd
East.
In 1973, the community passed a bond to
construct a new facility. Thirty years later, when
space again became limited, voters went to the polls
for a second time and approved a remodel which
doubled the size of the building which was
dedicated on March 17, 2006.
Mountain Home Public Library was one of 55
systems participating in a 2011 statewide broadband
technology venture made possible through federal
stimulus funds, a Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
grant, and partnerships with several state agencies.
The $60,000 online @ your library project headed
by the Idaho Commission for Libraries revamped
the Public Computer Center and equipped it with 23
new workstations, a WiFi network, and a
connectivity speed of 20 Mbps.
The Museum building is the former City
Library built with funds donated by the Carnegie
Foundation in 1908. The museum is open Monday Friday, 10:00 - 4:00, Saturday 1:00 - 4:00 & other
times by appointment.
The Elmore County Historical Foundation
sponsors the museum and its activities with the
support of volunteer labor. The museum hosts “First
Thursday” which features a luncheon with a speaker
of historical interest.
Information Source:
With access to lighting fast Internet, K-12
tutoring online resources expanded and include
Learning Express Library; Apangea Math; Test prep
for the SAT; Heritage Quest Online; World Book
Web; LILI databases (“Libraries Linking Idaho”
made possible by the Idaho Commission or
Libraries); and homework or study help. Postsecondary and adult education online offerings
include Adult Basic Education (ABE); test prep for
citizenship, GED, GRE, and LSAT. The Career
Information System (CIS) allows access to area
unemployment information and claims; job
postings; resume creation; classes in basic
computing, job, and office skills; and test prep for
college entrance and placement or licensing.
The library is host to a variety of on and off-site
adult and children’s events throughout the year.
Features include weekly StoryTime Club readings;
Spanish 4 Kids activity classes; an adult winter
reading project; book talks; a noncompetitive
summer reading program for preschool through
middle school students with Family Nite activities;
seasonal basic computer instruction; public and
private school visits and tours, a working
partnership with local Head Start agencies; day care
Jamie McDaniel, Director
208-587-6847
www.mountainhomemuseum.com
2. Libraries:
Mountain Home Public Library
790 North 10th East
Hours: Mon-Thurs 9-8; Fri. 9-7; Sat. 9-2;
Closed Sundays & Holidays
In 1903, Village Trustees appointed a board
of directors and the first public reading room,
operated from borrowed space in a downtown
business, was offered in Mountain Home. By 1907,
the circulating collection was such a success
trustees approached city fathers to obtain a
commitment to an annual budget. According to
minutes, the proposal passed with unanimous
approval and paved the way for an Andrew
Carnegie Foundation building fund grant. On
November 19, 1908 the Mountain Home Carnegie
Library, equipped with only a furnace and a few
books, was dedicated by an enthusiastic community.
By 1915, the library collection had grown to 1,511
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facility outreach; guest lectures; and a variety of
senior services.
Presently, the library is open six days a
week and offers bilingual staff assistance; an
informal reading area with an independent coffee
shop and an on-site support center for a regionallybased college; outdoor patio seating; a public use
conference room; and provides comfortable “quiet
zones” for independent reading and study. The
library’s website can be found at
www.mhlibrary.org.
Elmore County Historical Foundation
(208) 587-6847
4. Churches
There are several dozen churches in the area
with a wide variety of denominations. Check phone
book and newspaper for services.
Mountain Home Public Library holds
membership in the LYNX! Consortium, a fastgrowing regional cooperative of eleven independent
libraries in south western Idaho. The Consortium
shares an automated catalog and provides local
cardholders access to over 1.8 million items
throughout the network. In cooperation with eight
other LYNX! libraries, the “ideate digital library”
provides a new collection of eBooks and
eAudiobooks compatible with a variety of devices.
A Friends of the Library group rounds out the base
for additional support of programs and services.
Overall, the library has been the recipient of
a number of awards for the varied resources it offers
and is recognized for its continued contribution to
the community of Mountain Home and surrounding
area.
Information Source:
Mountain Home Public Library
Luise House, Director
(208)587-4716 or (208)590-2051
fax (208)587-6645
3. Local Theatre Groups
a. Cultural, Arts or Historical society:
Writer's League,
(208) 587-7449
Mountain Home Arts Council
(208) 587-3706
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RECREATION & TOURISM
I. Legacy Park: Softball fields, T-ball fields,
basketball courts, soccer fields, fishing pond,
covered picnic area, grills, gazebos with BBQ grill,
small wedding gazebo, water wheel, bike and walk
paths. 40 acres
J. Don Etter Park: Picnic tables, playground. 1.25
acres
K. Underpass Park: Picnic tables, large grassy
areas. 5 acres
L. Ridgecrest: Covered gazebo picnic area, creek &
waterfall, playground, large grassy areas.
M. Rolling Hills Park #5: Picnic tables, playground.
1 acre
N. Colonial Park: Picnic tables, playground. 1 acre
R. Claire Wetherell Park: Covered gazebo picnic
area, playground. .25 acre
O. El Rancho Park: Day parking, picnic tables, open
grass area, antique fire truck display, pictorial
walking tour of historic downtown.
P. Silverstone Park: Covered gazebo picnic area. 1
acre
Q. Stonetree Park: Covered gazebo picnic area,
sand volleyball court, playground.
R. Bert Landon Park: Archery range, cleared area
for model rockets and remote control airplanes, no
amenities.
S. Rolling Hills Park: Covered picnic table area,
playground. 1 acre
1. City Parks:
A. Richard Aguirre Park: Public swimming pool,
wading pool, two covered gazebo areas,
playground equipment, toddler playground, skate
park, horseshoe pits, tennis courts, sand volleyball
court, public active and passive areas. 8.3 acres.
B. Carl Miller Park: Large covered picnic area,
trees, F-111 airplane on display, public restrooms,
picnic tables, benches, multiple active and passive
areas. 4.8 acres
C. Railroad Park: Historical caboose display,
historical water fountain, picnic tables, benches,
Farmers Market May-October, multiple active and
passive areas. 2.3 acres
D. Optimist Park: Rodeo & riding arena, BMX
track, moto-cross track, softball fields, mug bog
area, large covered picnic area, picnic tables,
multiple active and passive areas. 40 acres
E. Memorial (Triangle) Park: Large trees, picnic
tables, benches, small passive area. .15 acres
F. Stone Tree Park: Covered picnic area, playground equipment, sand volleyball court, picnic
tables, small active and passive areas: .25 acres
G. Basque Park: Historical handball court, picnic
tables, small covered picnic area, small active and
passive areas: .25 acres
H. Rose Wood Park: Covered pavilion picnic area,
playground , small active and passive area: 1 acre
2. Camping/RV Locations:
Campground Legend:
B – Bar
CA - Cabin
C – Campground
CS – Convenience Store
F - Food
G – Gas
GC – Golf Course
H - Hot Tub/ Sauna/Hotsprings
K – Karaoke
L – Lodging
LD - Laundry
M – Marina or boat ramps
MR – Meeting
P – Propane
R – Restaurant
RS - Repair Shop
RV - RV Hookups
RVD - RV Dump
SH – Showers
SK - Downhill Skiing
ST - Snowmobile Trail System
WR - Watersport Rentals
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a. Mountain Home:
Cottonwood RV & Campground (208) 587-4426 - C, LD, P, RV, SH
Mountain Home KOA: (208) 587-5111 - CS, LD, P, RV, RVD, SH www.koa.com
Mountain Home RV Park: (208) 580-1211 - CS, LD, MR, P, RV, SH www.mtnhomervpark.com
b. Anderson Ranch Recreation Area:
Boise National Forest: www.fs.fed.us/r4/ Almost all sites are on or near the reservoir or river. Snowmobile
snow parks are located on Highway 20 ( Malcomson Snowpark) and in Pine and Featherville, with a warming
hut towards the Trinities.
Prairie: B, CA, C, CS, F, G, L, R, ST
Elk Creek, Lower Anderson; Evans Creek, Lower Anderson; Castle Creek, Lower Anderson: Ice Springs,
canyon Rim: C (services at Fall Creek see below)
Fall Creek, Lower Anderson: B, C, CS, F, G, , H, K, L, LD, M, MR, R, RV, RVD, SH, ST
Curlew Landing, Upper Anderson; Airstrip, Upper end of Reservoir: C, M (services at Deer Creek & Pine)
Deer Creek, Upper Anderson: B, C, K, R, RV,
Pine: B, C, CA, F, G, H, K, L, LD, MR, R, RS RV, SR, SRE, ST, WR Elks Flat, between Pine & Featherville: C, H, Large Group & Family Sites
Dog Creek: C, RV
Elk Valley Golf Course: B, MR, R
Featherville: : B, C, L, R, RV, RVD, ST
Baumgartner/Sawtooth National Forest, East of Featherville: C, H,
Atlanta: Four campgrounds, one with access to Sawtooth Wilderness Area, one on Middle Fork Boise River: B,
C, L, R, ST
Trinity Mountain (four campgrounds surrounding four lakes): C, ST
c. C.J. Strike Reservoir, Snake River:
Crane Falls, Cove Arm: C
Walters Ferry: R, B
Cottonwood: C, M
Jacks Creek: C
The Cove: IS, R, D, T
Mid-Ramp: B, F, R
Black Sands: B, C, M, R, RV
Idaho Power Recreation Site: C
Air Force Marina: B, C, M, R, RV
d. Other Areas:
Bruneau Sand Dunes, Bruneau: CA, C, SH, (208) 366-7919
Fort Running Bear (membership) Highway 20: C, CS, F, MR, RV, (208) 653-2494
Camas Reservoir, Highway 20: C
Three Island Park, Glenns Ferry: CA, C, SH, (208) 366-7121
Trails Break RV Park, Glenns Ferry: C, F, LD, RV, SH, (208) 366-7745
Carmela Vineyards RV Park, Glenns Ferry: B, C, GC, M, R, RV, (208) 366-2313
5. Recreation Programs:
Programs vary with seasons and new programs are added as needed. Programs include all sports, exercise, art &
crafts, cooking, swim lessons, camps, a community garden and much more. Over 75 programs are offered each
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year for all ages. Parks & Rec also have holiday events and summer concerts. For current information, visit or
call City Parks & Recreation, 795 S 5th W, (208) 587-2112, or visit www.pr.mountain-home.us
6. Other community programs include:
Museum
Library - After School Story Time, Summer
Reading Program
Elmore County Youth Baseball
Mtn. Home AFB Recreation Programs Silver Sage
Riding Club
Collecting Comic Book Clubs
Jobs Daughters
Horseback Riding Lessons
Computer Club
Bicycle Club
Rock Club
Youth to Youth
Rodeo Club
Archery
School Programs
Youth Performing
Sign Language
Computer Courses
Spanish
Self-Defense
Preschool
Fencing
Yoga
Toddler Sports Development
Soap Making
Cheerleading
Archery
7. Youth Groups:
Boy Scouts & Girl Scouts of America,
4-H
Youth Civil Air Patrol
Optimist Youth Group (agriculture, cheerleaders,
football)
Church Youth Groups
Various Sports Groups
8. Other Organizations:
Alcoholics Anonymous
Alzheimer's Support Group
American Legion #26, #101
American Red Cross
Ancient Free and Accepted Masons
Antique Car Club
Assisting Children together
Beta Sigma Phi
Birthright
Business & Professional Women's Club
Citizens on Patrol
Delta Kappa Gamma Teachers Society
Disable American Veterans #17
Ducks Unlimited
Elmore County Historical Foundation
Friends of the Library
Golf Associations, Men and Women
Horizon Home Health and Hospice
Idaho Motorcycle Association
Idaho Writers
Knights of Columbus
Lions Club
Meals on Wheels
Moose Club
MHAFB Spouses Club
Mountain Home Autism Support
Mountain Home Arts Council
Mountain Home Black History Committee
Mountain Home Chamber of Commerce
Mountain Home Ministerial Association
Mountain Home Writers Group
Narcotics Anonymous
Order of Amaranth
Order of DeMolay
Parents as Teachers
Rotary Club
Royal Arch Masons
Sabre Lodge
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Sage Brush Archery Club
Scottish Rite
Senior Citizens Center
SHARE
Special Olympics
Toastmasters
TOPS
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Wishing Star Foundation
Zem Zem Shrine Club
9. Other Special Interest Groups: Bridge Clubs, PTA Associations, Church Associations
10. Commercial Recreation:
Movie and Video Game Rentals
Dance Classes
Dual Cinema Movie Theatre
Bowling Alley
Municipal Golf Course (18 hole)
Fitness Centers
11. Ski Resorts:
Soldier Mountain - 75 miles; Bogus Basin - 66 miles; Sun Valley - 120 miles
12. Lakes/Rivers:
Snake River, Anderson Ranch Dam, Strike Dam Reservoir, South Fork of Boise River, Little Camas Reservoir,
Mountain Home Reservoir, Lucy Peak Reservoir all within an hour’s drive or less. Water activities include
river rafting, skiing, boating, sailboat regattas, fishing, windsurfing and sailboating. Fish include Kokanee,
Trout, Bass, Perch, Walleye, Sturgeon, Catfish, Blue Gill and Crappie. (See Idaho Fishing Guide for Rules and
Regulations, License Required)
12. Forest, Parks, Points of Interest:
National Forest: Sawtooth National Forest, Boise National Forest.
State Parks: Bruneau Sand Dunes and Three Island Crossing Park.
13. Recreation Points of Interest:
Bruneau Sand Dunes State Park: Climb North America's tallest single structured sand dunes, the largest of
which stands 470 feet high. Learn how they were formed at the Bruneau Dunes State Park's environmental
center. This phenomenal creation of sand and water is an oasis full of wildlife and waterfowl. Within the park's
boundaries, you will find marshes, high desert and dunes habitat, hiking trails and a full service campground.
Bruneau Dunes features the only public astronomical observatory in Idaho. The park's rural Idaho location
provides the dark- sky (free from the effects of light pollution) that is essential to celestial observation. Star
gazing parties are held at various times of the year. Handicap accessible. For more information, call the Dunes
at (208) 366-7919 or visit www.idahoparksand recreation.idaho.gov/parks
C.J. Strike Dam: Built in the 1950's, this area is a year-round recreational haven for fishing, camping, boating,
picnicking and hunting. With only minor fluctuations in water levels and several established camping areas,
outdoor sporting opportunities are unparalleled. Enjoy everything from the wildlife to water-skiing.
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Anderson Dam Recreation Area: Located off of Highway 20, this man-made reservoir is 17 miles long,
bordered by 50 miles of shoreline, an attractive year-round destination for everyone from birdwatchers to
boaters. Features such as hot springs, ghost towns, 250 miles of groomed snowmobile trails, primitive to fullservice campgrounds, blue ribbon fly fishing on the South Fork of the Boise River offer something for
everyone. Services in the area include lodging, a marina, RV sites, convenience stores, propane, gasoline,
restaurants and homey taverns.
14. Other attractions unique to the area:
Mountain Home Air Force Base, Snake River Birds of Prey Area, Castlerock Road, Bruneau Canyon, Oregon
Trail with new Oregon Trail Scenic Off-Road Bi-way from Glenns Ferry to Blacks Creek) , Bruneau Sand
Dunes Public Observatory.
15. Other Activities Include: Hiking, backpacking, mountain climbing, rock hunting, bird watching,
snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, gold panning, fossil finding and spelunking. Hunting is a major activity
with the antelope, elk deer, wild turkey, big horn sheep, pheasants, chukar, partridge, quail, grouse, geese and
ducks in the area. (See Idaho Hunting Guide for Rules and Regulations, License Required)
Information Source:
Mountain Home Parks & Recreation
795 S 5th W
(208) 587-2112
email: [email protected]
www.pr.mountain-home.us
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BUSINESS SERVICES
Tourism
Communications
1. Is there an active tourism promotion
effort?
1. Telephone:
Direct access to fiber optic cable? Yes
Five brochures and numerous fliers have been
published for the area in the last 15 years by the
Travel & Tourism Committee. The committee
actively promotes the area from Fairfield, Anderson
Dam to Glenns Ferry, C.J. Strike and the Owyhees.
2. Postal Service:
United States Postal Service
www.usps.com
Number of daily mail deliveries – 1
Express Mail available: Y
Express Mail deadline: 3: p.m. Regular Mail
deadline: 5:00 p.m.
Mail dispatched at 5:15 p.m.
2. Do you have a tourist information
center?
A 1500 sq ft facility is located directly off I-84, Exit
95. The center has been the recipient of the Idaho
Governors Award for Outstanding Visitor Center,
twice in its 17 years of operation. The center
contains information about all of Idaho as well as
several areas in surrounding states. The center has
several visual displays and a unique gift shop.
Visitor center signs are visible on I-84 and for those
coming in Highway 30 and Exit 90
3. Telegraph:
Western Union, 1-800-325-6000
Pick up or send money via Paul’s Market, 215 E
Jackson, (208) 587-3277
3. Who sponsors the information center?
4. Private Delivery Service:
The City of Mountain Home was donated the land
by Kmart Corporation and received an Idaho State
Parks grant for the facility in 1994. The Mountain
Home Chamber of Commerce and Travel &
Tourism Committee are responsible for year-round
operations. Elmore County, US Forest Service, state
agencies and private organizations assist with
funding and materials for maintenance and special
project.
The UPS Store, (208) 580-2209
United Parcel Service (800) 742-5877
Federal Express, (800) 463-3339
Action Couriers, (208) 378-7500
DHL Worldwide Express (800) 225-5345
Emrey Worldwide (800) 443-6379
Fleetstreet Couriers & Cargo, *208) 384-0472
Information Source:
(208) 587-2173
4. List phone and address for the
information center:
Desert Mountain Visitor Center
2900 American Legion Blvd.
Mountain Home, ID 83647
Ph: (208) 587-4664 FAX: (208) 587-5004
www.mountainhomechamber.com
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Convention Facilities
Financial Institutions and Programs
1. Public Meeting Facilities and
Capacities:
1. Banks/Credit Unions in Your
Community:
Wells Fargo Bank
Pioneer Federal Credit Union
US Bank
Home Federal Savings & Loan
Washington Mutual
Idaho Independent Bank
Number of meeting facilities: 24 –Seating ranges
from 8 -225
Number of public auditoriums: 5 gymnasiums –
Seating ranges from 300-1400
2. Are meals provided?
2. Residential Real Estate Loans
Available:
On site at restaurants or catering services for food
and alcohol available.
VA, FHA (HUD), Idaho Housing and Finance
Assn, Conventional
3. Types of transportation:
3. Commercial Loans and Grants
Available:
Do you have:
Bus terminal: No
Airport: Yes , no commercial flights.
Train station? No
Rental cars: Yes
Taxi Service: Yes
Hotel courtesy vans or cars: No
Local bus service: Yes
SBA 504 Program Loans
SBA Microenterprise Loans
SBA Guaranteed Loans (7a Programs)
RECD Business and Industrial Loans
Energy conservation Loans
Industrial Revenue Bonds
EDA Loans and Grants
Community Development Block Grants
Conventional Commercial
Urban Renewal Agency
4. Other Services:
Do you have:
Laundromats: Yes
Pharmacies: Yes
Grocery stores: Yes
Gift shops: Yes
Barber shops: Yes
Babysitting: Yes
Medical Services: Yes
Sporting goods: Yes
Outfitters: Limited
4. Is there any local experience with
industrial revenue bonds? No
5. Certified Development Companies
and/or Revolving Loan Funds Available:
Idaho Council of Governments, Region III
(208) 322-7033
www.idahocog.com
Information Source:
Information Source:
(208) 587-4334
(208) 587-2173
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News Media
1. Newspaper:
Family Line
Weekly publication - Tuesday
Mountain Home News
Weekly publication - Wednesday
The Patriot Weekly publication – Thursday
Glenns Ferry Gazette
Weekly publication – Tuesday
2. Metropolitan papers delivered in your community:
ID Business Review
Weekly publication - Friday
Idaho Statesman
Daily publication
Twin Falls Times News
Daily publication
3. Radio Stations
Local KMHI AM 1240
KTPZ FM 99.1
4. Television Stations
From Boise
2, 4, 6, 7, 9, 12
5. Cable Systems:
Various channels available thru Windjammer, Dish Network, Direct TV
Information Source:
(208) 587-2173
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Senior Services
1. Is there a Senior Citizen Center? Yes
2. Does it have staff? Yes
3. What are the hours?
9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Monday thru Friday, also special evening and week-end activities
4. What services/activities are available?
Lunch: Served Monday, Wednesday and Friday
Social: Bridge, pinochle, bingo, parties, dancing, fit and fail-proof exercise and lots of fun
Other: Health, financial, legal, drivers’ safety and other services programs at various times of the year.
Transportation: Monday, Wednesday & Friday - Boise medical trips by appointment.
5. Meals-on-Wheels program: Mountain Home, Glenns Ferry, Bruneau and Grand View
6. Home Health Care availability: Through the Health Department and private home health services.
Information Source:
Senior Citizens Center
1000 N 3 E
(208) 587-4562 Fax: (208) 587-9053
Chamber of Commerce
1. Do you have a Chamber of Commerce? List subcommittees:
Yes. Military Affairs, Agribusiness, Air Force Appreciation Day (AFAD), Silver Wings, Travel & Tourism,
Business to Business and DIG-IT (Downtown Revitalization). Travel & Tourism and DIG-IT are ad hoc
committees for the Chamber & City.
2. Chamber Staff: Staff consists of one full-time executive director and a part-time coordinator.
3. Chamber Location:
205 N. 3rd E.
Phone: (208) 587-4334, Fax: (208) 587-0042
Email: [email protected]
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4. Other Area Chambers:
Glenns Ferry Chamber of Commerce
PO Box 317
Glenns Ferry, ID 83623
Phone: (208) 366-7345, Fax: (208) 366-2549
www.glennsferryidaho.org/chamber
Information Source:
(208) 587-4334
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EDUCATION
1.
Local School District
Mountain Home School District No. 193 (MHSD #193)
Box 1390
Phone: (208) 587-2580
Fax: (208) 587-9896
www.mtnhomesd.org
MHSD #193 schools are accredited by the state and Northwest Regional Accreditation. THE MHSD Board of
Trustees is comprised of five trustees who meet at 7:30 p.m. on the third Tuesday of each month. The meetings
are held at the School District Office. Service area includes greater Mountain Home, Mountain Home Air Force
Base, Pine, Featherville and Atlanta.
Bus transportation is available for those students residing 1.5 miles from their assigned school.
Information regarding MHSD #193 is found at www.mtnhomesd.org and www.sde.idaho.gov. Office of the
State Board of Education is www.boardofed.idaho.gov.
2. Local Post Secondary Institutions:
Basic liberal arts and vocational programs are available within a 2 – hour drive.
Boise State University
College of Idaho
College of Southern Idaho
Idaho State University
Northwest Nazarene University
University of Idaho
Mountain Home Air Force Base offers course studies through University of Oklahoma, Park University, Boise
State University Extended Studies and Embry Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU).
3. Additional School Districts in Elmore County:
Richard McKenna Charter School
675 S Haskett
Phone: (208) 580-2449
Prairie Elementary District No. 191
HC 84 Prairie Box 56
(208) 868-3243
Glenns Ferry Joint District No. 192
P.O. Box 850,
(208) 366-7436
www.glennsferryschools.org
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NATURAL RESOURCES:
Minerals
1. What type of mineral resources are located in your area?
Sand & gravel
Mica
Titanium
Molybdenum
Arsenic
Lava.
Diatomite
Tungsten
Silver
Fluorite
Uranium
Elements
Nobium & tantalum are extracted from tantalite.
2. What minerals have been or are currently being mined?
Sand & gravel; gold.
3. If yes, what are the uses?
Irrigation; heating; commercial bottled water
4. Does your community have or is there the potential for district heating?
No
Information Source
Idaho Department of Water Resources
322 East Front St
Boise, ID 83702
(208) 287-4800
www.idwr.idaho.gov/
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MISCELLANEOUS
Arts & Crafts Bazaars
Three Island Rendezvous
Motocross and Mudbog Races (ongoing)
Farmers Market
June
Chamber BBG&A(BBQ, Bingo, Golf & Auction)
Vintage Vehicle Shows
Snowmobile grass drags
Farmers Market
July
Old Fashioned 4th of July with fireworks (Mountain
Home & Glenns Ferry)
Motor Sports Shoot-Out
Elmore County Fair & Rodeo - Glenns Ferry
August
Three Island Crossing
Glenns Ferry Farmers Market
Basque Picnic
Lions Club Classic Car Show
Pine Days
Mtn. Home Arts Council Concerts
Arts & Crafts Show
September
Air Force Appreciation Day
Bruneau Round Up
Mexican Independence Day
Farmers Market
October
MH Chamber Fall Festival
Farmers Market
November
Holiday Bazaars
Firemen's Ball
December
Chamber Holiday Parade (Mountain Home &
Glenns Ferry)
Holiday Bazaars
Breakfast with Santa
Other events throughout the year can include
carnivals, agribusiness events, circuses, concerts,
fishing derbies and competitions, golf events, open
air flea markets, snowmobile competitions.
1.Unique Community Qualities
Uncrowded Schools
Exceptional Weather
No Air Pollution or Fog
Affordable Housing
Central Business Location with direct freeway.
Easy access to major Northwest cities
Inexpensive Utilities
Low Cost Recreation
Available Labor Force - Retired military 40+ years
old with a wide variety of skills, military
dependents and local citizenry
Low crime rate
Quality military facilities for active duty & retirees
Uncongested Travel
Unique Desert to Mountain Terrain within 1/2 hour
Friendly small-town atmosphere
Unlimited year-round recreation
2. Activities and Events:
January
Chamber of Commerce Banquets (Mountain Home
& Glenns Ferry)
February
President's Day Weekend Snowriders Fun Run
Beta Sigma Phi Sorority Ball
March
Women’s History Banquet
Basque Sheepherders Ball
St. Patricks Day Dinner
April
Easter Egg Hunts
Pioneer Days in Glenns Ferry
Farmers Market
May
MH Chamber Crazy Days
Camp Wilson
Cinco de Mayo
Desert Mountain Visitors Center, (208) 587-4464
Mountain Home Chamber of Commerce, (208) 587-4334, www.mountainhomechamber.com
Glenns Ferry Chamber of Commerce, (208) 366-7345, www.glennsferryidaho.org
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RESOURCES & SERVICES
Mountain Home School District 193
140 North 3 East
(208) 587-2580
www.mtnhomesd.org
160 S 3 E
(208) 587-2104
150 South 3 East
(208) 587-2173
Idaho Department of Commerce
PO Box 83720
Boise, ID 83720-0093
(208) 334-2470
www.commerce.idaho.gov
Elmore County Courthouse
150 South 4 East
(208) 587-2130
Glenns Ferry School District
(208) 366-7436
www.state.id.us/education
City of Glenns Ferry
110 East 2 Ave
(208) 366-7418
www.glennsferryidaho.org
895 N 6 E
(208) 587-8401
www.elmoremedicalcenter.org
Mtn. Home Chamber of Commerce
205 North 3 East
(208) 587-4334
www.mountainhomechamber .com
Environmental Health Services
520 E 8 N
(208) 587-9225
www.cdhd.idaho.gov
Glenns Ferry Chamber of Commerce
7 East 1 Ave
(208) 366-7345
www.glennsferryidaho.org
Mountain Home Highway District
1208 NW Mashburn Road
(208) 587-3211
Glenns Ferry Highway District
202 West 4th Ave
(208) 366-7744
Idaho Department of Labor
1150 American Legion Blvd
(208) 364-7788
www.idahoworks.com
Western Elmore County Rec District
255 E 6 S
(208) 580-2377
www.wecrd.gov.org
366th Fighter Wing Public Affairs
(208) 828-6800
www.mountainhome.af.mil
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