Idaho Falls, ID
Municipality in Idaho
United States
Idaho Falls, ID approves microtransit pilot in response to the closure of a regional transit service
Greater Idaho Falls Transit (GIFT) replaces a regional authority that shuttered in 2019 due to financial issues. City officials approved a two-year pilot of on-demand transportation for the new service. A third-party operator to be selected will enable mobile app, online, and phone reservations within city limits. Idaho Falls and the Idaho Department of Transportation secured CARES Act funds for the pilot with a transit coordinator searching for long-term funding sources.
Idaho Falls, ID
United States
Idaho Falls, ID Parks and Recreation Department launched a weekly digital newsletter
The Idaho Falls Parks and Recreation Department launched a weekly digital newsletter. The newsletter includes information on upcoming community activities at the Idaho Falls Zoo, the Wes Deist Aquatic Center, Idaho Falls Golf, various sports leagues, etc. The newsletter also explains how children and adults can get involved. The Idaho Falls Parks and Recreation Newsletter currently has 17,000 subscribers.
Idaho Falls, ID
United States
Idaho Falls, ID considers Residential Water Conservation Pilot Program for select households
The proposed pilot compares water usage in 100 households over two years. Smart meters monitor water consumption in the first year. Water Division staffers work with homeowners to identify fixtures for replacement before the second year. Each household is reimbursed $500 for recommended fixtures and $500 for professional installation. Reduced water consumption in the second year would be used to determine the most effective types of interventions.
Idaho Falls, ID
United States
Idaho Falls, ID boosts connectivity throughout the community with Idaho Falls Fiber Network
City-owned Idaho Falls Power aims to complete a full rollout of the network by 2024. Fiber-optic lines are run alongside overhead lines and existing underground lines except when lines are required for new builds. Fiber Network subscribers pay monthly access fees and select high-speed Internet and phone services from four providers. An interactive map shows neighborhoods with current service, early sign-up forms, and late-stage extensions.
Idaho Falls, ID
United States
Idaho Falls, ID is attracting tourism with upgraded signage
Idaho Falls created a way-finding program to rebrand the city and develop signage that will help draw in more tourists. The signage guides tourists to retail establishments, pedestrian and bicycle access routes, historic city landmarks, and more.
Idaho Falls, ID
United States