2026/8/10 Urban Renewal Agency Meeting

The City of Caldwell Urban Renewal Agency held a meeting on August 10, 2026, focusing on several procurement and development matters. Key procurement discussions included the selection of Zion Ventures LLC as the preferred developer for the Kimbell and Arthur redevelopment project, with the agency approving a resolution to negotiate a development agreement with them. The meeting also addressed budget considerations for fiscal year 2027, including a detailed review of the urban renewal agency's revenues, expenditures, and administrative costs, with the budget ultimately approved. Additionally, the agency reviewed project cost overruns and funding challenges related to the Canyon County Fairgrounds access project, highlighting the need for further city and county coordination on funding and project scope. The agency approved invoices totaling $38,190.78 for operational and administrative services. Updates on various urban renewal districts, including North, Central, and Site A, were provided, along with discussions on infrastructure issues such as power line undergrounding and bridge safety. The meeting concluded with reports on ongoing projects, legal updates on urban renewal area consolidations, and plans for future economic development initiatives.