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Legislative Update Episode 6: Trends and Triumphs of the 2024 Session

Representative Soñia Galaviz, District 16, Idaho Legislature, will join host Tori Thomas for the sixth episode of the Boise Metro Chamber's Legislative Update. They will discuss Trends and Triumphs of the 2024 Session. The virtual series aims to connects members with lawmakers and current issues during the legislative session via discussions of the complexities and challenges surrounding this year’s critical matters in the state of Idaho. Tune in LIVE to the Boise Metro Chamber Facebook, YouTube, Twitter or LinkedIn pages to watch this important discussion which is made possible by the generous support of Optum Idaho.

Legislative Update Episode 5: Tax Policy Edition

Questions about Idaho and Tax Policy? Tune in this Tuesday at noon and ask them in the comments! Sen. Geoff Schroeder will discuss Tax Policy in this 5th episode of the Legislative Update. Hosted by Tori Thomas, Boise Metro Chamber's Community & Government Affairs Manager, the virtual series connects members with lawmakers and current issues during the legislative session through discussion of the complexities and challenges surrounding this year’s critical matters in the state of Idaho. The Legislative Update Series is made possible by the generous support of Optum Idaho.

Legislative Update Episode 4: Idaho LAUNCH Edition

Tune in here on February 27 from Noon - 1 PM as Legislative Update host, Tori Thomas and Wendi Secrist, Executive Director of the Idaho Workforce Development Council, discuss the Idaho LAUNCH program and the efforts to ensure high school graduates have the opportunity to use the grant. The Legislative Update is a six-part, virtual series made possible by the generous support of Optum Idaho.

Inside the investigation: "Idaho's Crumbling Schools"

Idaho Business for Education and the Idaho Statesman invite you to join this discussion of how our investigative reporting series on Idaho’s crumbling schools came together, and its potential impact on funding for school facilities. The series was a collaboration between the Statesman and ProPublica. Our reporters uncovered how restrictive policies and a general reluctance to make significant investments in school buildings led to a funding crisis that has left schools across Idaho with collapsing roofs, deteriorating foundations and freezing classrooms

Legislative Update Episode 2: Education Edition with Rep. Yamamoto

Tune in for the second episode of the Boise Metro Chamber's Legislative Update on January 23 at 12pm. House Education Chair, Representative Julie Yamamoto, will discuss the education aspects within the budget proposal as well as other education issues that have been arising during the current legislative session. This six-part virtual series connects members with lawmakers and current issues during the legislative session. Joined by legislators and other experts, host Tori Thomas, Community & Government Affairs Manager for the Boise Metro Chamber, facilitates discussions around the complexities and challenges of this year’s critical matters in the state of Idaho. The Legislative Update Series is made possible by the generous support of Optum Idaho. Special thanks to our media partners: Idaho Capital Sun, Idaho Ed News, Idaho Press, and The Idaho Statesman.

Legislative Update

The Boise Metro Chamber's Legislative Update is a virtual series that connects members with lawmakers and current issues during the legislative session. Joined by legislators and other experts, this series aims to discuss the complexities and challenges surrounding this year’s critical matters in the state of Idaho. This first episode will feature Alex Adams, Administrator of the Idaho Department of Financial Management. Adams will address the budget shared during the Governor’s State of the State Address and offer our members a breakdown. This episode will be hosted by Tori Thomas, Community & Government Affairs Manager for the Boise Metro Chamber.

2024 Idaho Legislature Preview

Join the Idaho Statesman for a free question-and-answer session with three Idaho lawmakers: Senate President Pro Tem Chuck Winder, R-Boise, Assistant Minority Leader Lauren Necochea, D-Boise, and Rep. Wendy Horman, R-Idaho Falls, moderated by state politics reporter Ian Stevenson. Register for free and ask your questions.

In Search of Civility | Growth and Property Taxes

The In Search of Civility virtual series is a partnership between the Boise Metro Chamber and The Idaho Association of Cities. It addresses complex issues that are often challenging and divisive. Our hosts will demonstrate how civility and democracy should work to address contentious issues, misinformation and partisanship. This month's topic is growth and property taxes. Our panelists will focus on the nuances and challenges of property taxes and how to pay for growth. Co-Hosts Kelley Packer (Executive Director of the Association of Idaho Cities) and Kathy Griesmyer (Director of Government Affairs at City of Boise) moderate these meaningful panel discussions. "In Search of Civility" is sponsored by Hawley-Troxell, and is supported by media partners: Idaho Capital Sun, Idaho Education News, Idaho Press, and Idaho Statesman. The series is broadcast live on the Boise Metro Chamber’s Facebook, YouTube, Twitter and LinkedIn pages, as well as the following partner pages: the Association of Idaho Cities, Idaho Capital Sun, Idaho Education News, Idaho Press, and Idaho Statesman.

In Search of Civility | Local Elections

The In Search of Civility virtual series is a partnership between the Boise Metro Chamber and The Idaho Association of Cities. It addresses complex issues that are often challenging and divisive. Our hosts will demonstrate how civility and democracy should work to address contentious issues, misinformation and partisanship. This month's topic is Local Elections. Co-Hosts Kelley Packer (Executive Director of the Association of Idaho Cities) and Kathy Griesmyer (Director of Government Affairs at City of Boise) moderate these meaningful panel discussions. "In Search of Civility" is sponsored by Hawley-Troxell, and is supported by media partners: Idaho Capital Sun, Idaho Education News, Idaho Press, and Idaho Statesman. The series is broadcast live on the Boise Metro Chamber’s Facebook, YouTube, Twitter and LinkedIn pages, as well as the following partner pages: the Association of Idaho Cities, Idaho Capital Sun, Idaho Education News, Idaho Press, and Idaho Statesman

Idaho spends less on schools per student than any other state. Kids are sweating, freezing and struggling to learn. Teachers and administrators have to deal with the working conditions, and worry about whether they can keep students safe in buildings that schools can’t afford to fix. Our journalists partnered with ProPublica to investigate what's going on in Idaho's schools. To share what's happening in your schools, click the link in our bio. #idahoschools #idaho #idahocheck #idahome #school #schools #fyp

THE VERDICT: LORI VALLOW DAYBELL TRIAL

Watch the livestream of the Lori Vallow Daybell murder trial verdict when it happens. Vallow Daybell is the 49-year-old woman, who along with her husband, Chad Daybell, is charged with first-degree murder and conspiracy in the deaths of two of her children. She also is charged with conspiracy in the death of Chad's wife Tammy, and on federal fraud charges.

Livestream discussion on Boise's zoning code rewrite:

With thousands of new residents moving to Boise every year, the housing market is struggling to keep up. Demand has outstripped supply in recent years, leading to escalating housing prices and a surge in apartment construction. And paying for roads, sewer and water, and public services such as police and fire, is not penciling out with the medium-density sprawl and single-family subdivisions that are prevalent. To tackle the issue, Boise city officials have been working for several years on a zoning code rewrite, which some call “upzoning,” to modernize the code and bring it into agreement with the city’s comprehensive plan. But they aren’t embraced by everyone, as several community groups are pushing back against the changes. This week, as the city opens its public hearings on the building codes, we will talk with Boise City’s Planning and Development Services Director Timothy Keane, who helped draft the proposed code changes.

The Idaho Way Livestream with Ryan Busse on gun control

This week’s livestream of The Idaho Way will focus Idaho’s on gun rights and culture with our guest Ryan Busse, a noted author, former firearms industry executive, and gun rights advocate — and also a critic of American’s obsession with guns. He’s given a TEDx Talk, testified before the U.S. Senate, and written “Gunfight,” a book exploring our relationship with guns. He joins The Idaho Way opinion team, Scott McIntosh and Bryan Clark for a live conversation. Join us and ask your questions live.

The Idaho Way | Firing Squad Law

Just last month, Gov. Brad Little signed a law that allows the state to use a firing squad to implement the death penalty when lethal injection drugs are unavailable, which is often. Idaho is now one of five states that allow a firing squad under these circumstances. Join The Idaho Way opinion editor Scott McIntosh, writer Bryan Clark and Statesman investigative reporter Kevin Fixler, who has been following this story for more than a year, as they share insights on our livestream.

The Idaho Way: The Lori Vallow Daybell murder trial

It’s one of the most sensational American crimes of the past decade, and it happened here in Idaho. Join Scott McIntosh, Bryan Clark and Leah Sottile, author of "When the Moon Turns to Blood," as they discuss the far-reaching and complicated case.

Lunch with The Idaho Way:

Will Boise become another Portland? Idaho Statesman opinion editor Scott McIntosh and opinion writer Bryan Clark will talk with Interfaith Sanctuary executive director Jodi Peterson.

Lunch with the Idaho Way: Property Taxes

This week Scott and Bryan take on the constant battle to offer Idaho homeowners property tax relief. Now, as the Idaho Legislature moves toward its end, it is rushing a bill through the address the issue. But does it? Scott will get insights from Kelley Packer, a former state legislator and now executive director of the Association of Idaho Cities.