Notice of Public Hearing

Dec 27, 2023 | Uncategorized

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
CITY OF CHUBBUCK, IDAHO

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on January 17, 2024 at 6 PM, the Chubbuck City Council will hold a public hearing to accept and consider public testimony regarding proposed changes to chapters 17.24 and 17.28 pertaining to Police, Fire and Emergency Services, and Parks and Trails development impact fees and capital improvements plans, including proposed fee increases and decreases in all three impact fee categories. The public hearing will be conducted at Chubbuck City Council Chambers, 290 East Linden Ave., Chubbuck, ID 83202.

Fees were calculated in accordance with Idaho Code Title 67 Chapter 82 and are proposed as follows:

Any members of the public affected by the capital improvements plan or amendments shall have the right to appear at the public hearing and present evidence regarding the proposed capital improvements plan. A copy of the land use assumptions and the capital improvements plans and impact fee analyses are available by contacting the Chubbuck City Clerk.

Written testimony must be received by jbowers@cityofchubbuck.us at least 7 days prior to the hearing, shall comply with standards established in City resolution 2021-06. Council packets are generally available the week before the meetings at https://cityofchubbuck.us/city-council/ or by contacting the City Clerk. Commission may limit oral testimony to three minutes per person.

Any person needing special accommodations to participate in the meeting should contact the City Clerk, Joey Bowers at jbowers@cityofchubbuck.us at least 24 hours prior to the meeting.

Joey Bowers, City Clerk
Publish: December 30, 2023 & January 9, 2024

Christmas Trees

Dec 27, 2023 | Uncategorized

The City will collect Christmas Trees for two week starting December 26 thru January 5 ONLY. Please put our tree out on your regular garbage day. This service is for Christmas trees ONLY, please remove all lights, ornaments, and tree stands.

City Offices will be closed on Monday December 25, 2023 and on January 1, 2024. City Offices will reopen on Tuesday December 26, 2023 and on January 2, 2024 at 7:30am.

all Sanitation Routes will be delayed 1 day for two consecutive weeks during the holiday season. Monday (12/25 & 1/1) will be picked up on Tuesday, Tuesday (12/26 & 1/2) on Wednesday, Wednesday (12/27 & 1/3) on Thursday, Thursday (12/28 & 1/4) on Friday, and Friday (12/29 & 1/5) on Saturday. Please remember to always have your garbage and recycle can out by 7:00 AM. The Sanitation Department will resume its regular pickup schedule beginning Monday, January 8, 2024.

Recycling will remain on its regular Tuesday schedule.

The City will also have a large green dumpster located to the West of City Hall (290 East Linden Ave.), and at the Chubbuck Police Station (5160 Yellowstone Ave.) from December 26 thru January 2, 2024 for extra holiday trash. Your Sanitation department would like to encourage all residents to please bring extra holiday trash to one of the listed locations instead of leaving it curbside.

Land Use Public Hearing

Dec 19, 2023 | Uncategorized

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
CITY OF CHUBBUCK, IDAHO

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Land Use & Development Commission of the City of Chubbuck, Idaho, will conduct a Public Hearing at 6:00 pm on January 9, 2024 at Chubbuck City Council Chambers, 290 East Linden Ave., Chubbuck, Idaho. Public hearings will be held with respect to the following items:

1. An application for initial designation of property into Land Use Districts (zones) that is proposed to be annexed into the City of Chubbuck. The subject property of approximately 5.10 acres is located at 14330 W Chubbuck Rd in Chubbuck, Idaho. It is proposed to place approximately 2.16 acres into the General Residential (R-3) zone and approximately 2.94 acres into the Dense Residential (R-4) zone. At the meeting, the Commission will consider whether the proposal satisfies the approval criteria in municipal code section 18.28.050.B. Type of Action: Recommendation.

Written testimony must be received by jbowers@cityofchubbuck.us at least 7 days prior to the hearing, shall comply with standards established in City resolution 2021-06. A complete description of each item is available to the public on request to jbowers@cityofchubbuck.us. Commission packets are generally available the week before the meeting at https://cityofchubbuck.us/land-use-commission/ or are available by contacting the City Clerk. Any and all persons may register comments, protests, or agreements on the hearing subjects being considered. Oral testimony concerning these proposals may be offered at the public hearing. Commission may limit oral testimony.

Any person needing special accommodations to participate in the meeting should contact the City Clerk, Joey Bowers at jbowers@cityofchubbuck.us at least 24 hours prior to the meeting.

Joey Bowers, City Clerk
Publish: December 23, 2023

Christmas Lighting Contest Winners

Dec 7, 2023 | Uncategorized

THE ANNUAL CITY OF CHUBBUCK CHRISTMAS LIGHTING CONTEST WINNERS ANNOUNCED.

                The city of Chubbuck is aglow with festive cheer as the winners of this year’s holiday decoration contest are announced. Taking center stage as the overall winner is the enchanting display at 4962 Rose, while the coveted People’s Choice Award goes to the spectacular presentation at 930 Salmon.

The spotlight this year falls on 4962 Rose as the deserving recipient of the coveted overall winner title. A delightful fusion of Christmas lights and traditional holiday decor transforms the front of the house into a winter wonderland. Bedecked with wreaths, garlands, a sizable red bow, and a luminous array of Christmas lights, the standout feature is an awe-inspiring large nativity scene, encapsulating the true essence of the season.

Taking home the People’s Choice Award is the dazzling exhibit at 930 Salmon. This new display, situated on a corner lot, has transformed the entire front and side of the house into a mesmerizing canvas of lights. The People’s Choice Award is particularly special, as it is voted for and chosen by the community through an online survey posted on the City of Chubbuck’s social media channels.

Here are the category winners:

Best Overall- 4962 Rose

Best Commercial Display- Chubbuck Fire Department

Griswold Award- 755 & 765 Callie

Best Animation- 1389 Sawtooth

Most Traditional- 947 Old Glory

Most Colorful- 4832 Wiltshire

Best Small Display- 4589 Ponderosa

Spirit of the Season – 5045 Cole

Spirit of the Season- 5745 Sorrel

People’s Choice- 930 Salmon

In a dazzling display of holiday spirit, Lariat and Sorrel Streets, located just off Hawthorne Road to the north of Siphon, have been crowned this year’s winners of the Street or Neighborhood Award. These two streets have transformed into a winter wonderland, showcasing an exceptional level of creativity and festive decorations that are sure to enchant visitors. The Street or Neighborhood Award is an initiative to give special recognition to a specific street or neighborhood that goes above and beyond in their holiday decorations. Lariat and Sorrel Streets stood out for their exceptional displays, capturing the essence of the season and spreading joy to all who visit.

In a departure from previous years, the focus of this year’s competition was on celebrating displays that were not only visually stunning but also innovative and unique. Judges were instructed to seek out the “New and Different,” encouraging participants to explore creative avenues in their holiday decorations. While acknowledging the outstanding efforts of other displays in town, the emphasis this year was on recognizing those who embraced change and introduced new elements to their displays. Despite the challenging decision-making process, the organizers expressed their gratitude to all participants and encouraged everyone to continue elevating their displays for the upcoming years.

To ensure inclusivity, a special category was introduced to acknowledge houses that may not have received a physical award but still deserved recognition for their exceptional efforts. This additional category celebrates the broader community’s commitment to spreading holiday cheer and creating a festive atmosphere for all to enjoy.

Holiday Schedule

Dec 5, 2023 | Uncategorized

City Offices will be closed on Monday December 25, 2023 and on January 1, 2024. City Offices will reopen on Tuesday December 26, 2023 and on January 2, 2024 at 7:30am.

all Sanitation Routes will be delayed 1 day for two consecutive weeks during the holiday season. Monday (12/25 & 1/1) will be picked up on Tuesday, Tuesday (12/26 & 1/2) on Wednesday, Wednesday (12/27 & 1/3) on Thursday, Thursday (12/28 & 1/4) on Friday, and Friday (12/29 & 1/5) on Saturday. Please remember to always have your garbage and recycle can out by 7:00 AM. The Sanitation Department will resume its regular pickup schedule beginning Monday, January 8, 2024.

Recycling will remain on its regular Tuesday schedule.

The City will also have a large green dumpster located to the West of City Hall (290 East Linden Ave.), and at the Chubbuck Police Station (5160 Yellowstone Ave.) from December 26 thru January 2, 2024 for extra holiday trash. Your Sanitation department would like to encourage all residents to please bring extra holiday trash to one of the listed locations instead of leaving it curbside.