2026/8/3 - City Council Meeting

The City of Caldwell held a regular city council meeting on August 3, 2026, which included significant discussions on public safety and infrastructure projects. A key procurement-related topic was the consideration of a sewer line and infrastructure agreement with Canyon County to support the county's new jail site near Highway 44. County officials presented plans for the sewer installation, which they proposed to fund and construct to city standards before transferring ownership to the city. The council discussed technical and legal aspects of the project, including permitting and inspection responsibilities. Additionally, the council approved a notice of award to Euing Construction for the Kimble Alley Mini Plaza improvements, a project funded through the urban renewal agency and other sources, with a contract value of approximately $875,000. The meeting also addressed police department staffing and pay issues, with a presentation advocating for collective bargaining rights to improve officer retention and wellness. The council agreed to schedule a workshop for further discussion on this topic. Other agenda items included annexation of a subdivision into the municipal irrigation district and approval of accounts payable totaling over $3.3 million. The meeting concluded with updates on fire district formation efforts and community events.