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City Council Meeting - Media
Published: Jul 20, 2026
Twin Falls Pursues Road Maintenance and Equipment Upgrades to Improve Pavement Conditions
Road maintenance projects are underway and planned for Twin Falls. A $2.6 million inlay project on Elm Street North from Addison to Filer was completed in FY26, including ADA ramp upgrades. Zone chip seal projects are proposed for FY27, covering approximately 620,000 square yards of material. Additional mill and inlay projects are planned for FY27 on Addison Avenue (Blue Lakes Boulevard to Elm Street) and Hankins Road North (Filer Avenue to Stadium), addressing areas with low pavement condition index (PCI) scores. Equipment replacement requests include a 2003 sand truck and 1998 salt bed for $265,000, a 1992 asphalt patch truck and 2000 bed for $265,000, and a 2015 dump truck for $250,000.
Twin Falls Budget Reflects Growth, Stable Tax Rate, and Strategic Plan Alignment
The City of Twin Falls presented its budget, highlighting a growing taxable value of nearly $360 million, bringing the total community value to $7.5 billion (including urban renewal areas). The tax rate remains consistent at $5.05, a slight decrease from last year. The budget is allocated with 63% to government funds, 32% to enterprise funds, and 4% to other non-major funds. Expenses are broken down as 44% personnel, 23% maintenance and operations, 23% capital, 3% debt service, and 5% transfers. The city is updating its strategic plan, with the 2030 plan guiding the current budget and a 2040 plan anticipated for the next year's budget. Departments were asked to align budget requests with furthering the strategic plan's outcomes.
RIDE TFT Budget and Operations Update: Increased Ridership and New Partnerships
The RIDE TFT (transportation program) budget for FY27 is $1,831,053.43. Funding is transitioning from ITD CARES dollars to FTA funds, with $1,076,434.73 from FTA (5307 and 5310 grants) and a local match of $579,618. The program provided 74,121 rides to 88,958 passengers in FY25, with 46% being shared rides, generating $148,219 in revenue. A pilot community partnership with St. Luke's was established in FY25 and renewed in FY26, contributing revenue. For FY26 (through June), 62,815 rides were provided to 76,579 passengers, with 56% shared rides and over $100,000 in revenue. A new agreement with Reinhard Media aims to generate revenue from van wraps. An additional ADA van will be added to the fleet, bringing the total to nine vans, to address wait times, particularly for ADA services. The contractor, Downtowner, was purchased by VIA, with no perceived negative impact on services.
Economic Development Focuses on Growth, Infrastructure, and Partnerships for a Prosperous Community
The presentation on a 'prosperous community' highlighted economic development as a key driver for creating employment opportunities, supporting personal and family well-being, and fostering growth beyond the traditional agricultural base. It emphasized the need for public-private partnerships, a well-trained local labor force, and essential infrastructure investments to attract and support businesses. Specific initiatives for the coming year include air service development, exploring an event center, and community development preparedness focused on infrastructure for continued growth. The economic development director noted that all presented city services are critical for economic prosperity.
Twin Falls Airport Seeks Funding for Equipment, Facility Upgrades, and Pursues FAA Grants
The airport is requesting funding for equipment replacements and facility upgrades to maintain FAA standards and operational efficiency. This includes a new tractor for runway mowing, replacement of worn snow removal equipment, repairs to airport furnishings, replacement of a restaurant grill, a new UTV, and upgrades to HVAC controls. Flooring replacement in TSA offices is a contractual obligation. The airport also completed a Northwest Ramp reconstruction project, including asphalt removal, grading, and stormwater drain improvements. Future FAA grants will fund design for runway refurbishments and a new crosswind runway, along with a security enhancement grant. Air service showed a 28% increase in enplanements from October to June, with Breeze air service contributing significantly to this growth. Community outreach efforts include tours and participation in local events to highlight the airport's value.
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