Yearly Archives: 2012
Caldwell irrigation fight could have statewide implications
What began as a local battle between the city of Caldwell and the Pioneer Irrigation District could have statewide ramifications, according to an Associated Press story in the Idaho Press-Tribune. The Idaho Waters Users Association says if the city prevails … Continue reading
North Idaho physician believes he has a better way to deal with health care costs
Dr. Loel Fenwick says his health care plan could save both consumers and government agencies millions of dollars each year. “He seems to have closed the door on private sector options, before the door was ever really opened …” That’s … Continue reading
Gun stores report spike in sales, concealed weapons requests
Following the killings Dec. 14 at a school in Connecticut and a renewed national debate on gun control, one north Idaho store says it is experiencing a run on gun purchases as well as classes booked solid for people seeking … Continue reading
Kootenai County wants more information on building private jail
Commissioners in Kootenai County, faced with inmate overcrowding and the expense of sending its prisoners to other facilities, have taken another step in pursuing construction of a private jail, reports the Coeur d’Alene Press. Rocky Mountain Corrections made a presentation … Continue reading
Legislators, school officials ponder safety issues in Idaho schools
Gun control has become a hot-button issue following the shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary in Connecticut. “I have no doubt that there will be plenty of discussion, and likely legislation, to address these issues,” says Rep. John Rusche, D-Lewiston, in … Continue reading
Battle shaping up over eliminating business property tax
The Idaho Legislature won’t convene until Jan. 7, but there is no doubt that one of the more contested issues to be considered by lawmakers is the elimination of the personal property tax on businesses, according to an Associated Press … Continue reading
Alternative energy foes, proponents say PUC ruling gave them something
In a long-awaited decision involving wind and solar energy, the Idaho Public Utilities Commission established new rules and regulations for such projects, says an Associated Press story in the Idaho Press-Tribune. Both sides involved in the issue–those favoring alternative energy … Continue reading
Post Falls City Council votes to fund overpass with urban renewal money
Despite one city resident saying the city of Post Falls does not belong in the bridge-building business, the City Council voted 5-0 to fund a new I-90 overpass by extending the life of an urban renewal district, according to a … Continue reading
Ed reform will be a hot topic in coming Legislature
The dust has settled on the voters’ rejection of three education reform measures passed by the Legislature in the 2011 session, but the fallout is expected to be a dominant topic during the 2013 legislative session, says a story in … Continue reading
PERSI approves cost of living adjustment and member/employer rate increase
At its December meeting, PERSI announced a cost of living increase and a boost in the contribution rates paid by employees and employers into the state retirement fund. At its December meeting, the Public Employees Retirement System of Idaho (PERSI) … Continue reading