Boise City Council - Evening Session

The Boise City Council evening session on November 11, 2026, approved the appointment of Beth Summoner as airport director, effective November 1, by unanimous consent. Council also approved the consent agenda, which included an agreement with NeighborWorks, CDBG loan documents for the Wildwood affordable-housing project, and an Idaho Transportation Department highway-safety grant supporting Boise Police traffic enforcement. No contract awards, bids, or specific procurement amounts were discussed. The transcript does not include the complete final vote on the data-center ordinance.

The main discussion was an emergency ordinance proposing a six-month moratorium on land-use entitlements for large data centers within Boise city limits, defined as facilities of at least 100,000 square feet or projected electrical demand of 20 megawatts or more. Public testimony largely supported the pause, citing potential effects on water, energy, emissions, noise, wildlife, and public health; one speaker argued for a broader prohibition. Staff said the pause would allow the city to examine its code, available regulatory tools, and potential safeguards with public engagement. Council approved a motion to suspend reading rules and proceed with consideration, then moved to vote on the ordinance, but the transcript cuts off during the final roll call.