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Early voting starts May 4th, 2026. Check out our website to learn more about what’s on the Rexburg ballot, and start planning for your vote by finding your polling location. If you have an absentee ballot, remember to send it in!
For more information about voting in Rexburg, visit: https://www.rexburg.org/o/cor/page/elections

1 day ago, City of Rexburg

gradient blue/white background with graphic of City Hall and text "Early Voting Starts May 4th, 2026. Share your thoughts at the polls this election. Election Day is May 9th"

The Rexburg Safe Streets For All (SS4A) Safety Action Plan is moving forward, and we'd like your input! The Action Plan is focused on reducing traffic-related serious injuries and fatalities for all roadway users, including drivers, pedestrians, and bicyclists.
Check out the latest project update and share your perspective using this community survey. Your feedback will help prioritize safety improvements and guide future funding decisions focused on reducing serious street and roadway accidents citywide.

📝 Take the survey and view the update here: https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/f825fedbe5c445a589cc00927334d67c

4 days ago, City of Rexburg

Did you know you can now read more about our new police facility plans? Check out our updated Scope page for more information, including many of the major challenges we face in our current facility.
https://www.rexburg.org/o/cor/page/rpd-bond-scope

4 days ago, City of Rexburg

graphic of a police officer with a german shepherd K9 dog and text "Facility Plans: Main Building: 24,206 Sq. Ft. Metal Outbuilding for Training Use 4,204 Sq. Ft. Total Sq. Ft: 28,410"

graphic of a cartoonish police officer from the waist up in uniform with text "Includes: Entry & Community Rm: 4254 SqFt Admin Space: 2300 SqFt Shared Space: 4999 SqFt Records Storage: 1821 SqFt Patrol Division: 2892 SqFt Evidence Storage: 2964 SqFt Vehicle Sallyport + Holding & Processing: 2402 SqFt Detective Space: 2503 SqFt Training: 1895 SqFt SWAT: 1620 SqFtAdd't Sqft for bldg requirements Total SqFt 28,410"

text only graphic "BOND DISCLOSURE LANGUAGE The interest rate anticipated on the proposed bond is 3.22% per annum. The total proposed principal amount to be repaid over the 15-year life of the bond is $14,995,000; the total interest anticipated to be paid over the life of the bond, based on the anticipated interest rate, is $4,309,500; the total amount to be repaid over the life of the proposed bond, principal and interest, is estimated to be $19,304,500. The estimated average annual cost to the taxpayer on the proposed bond levy is a tax of $53.48 per $100,000 of taxable assessed value, per year, based on current conditions. The water system has debt in the amount of $6,645,044, that is paid solely by water utility revenues and not by property taxes. The City currently has no other general obligation debt."

Rexburg Arts is proud to invite the community to The Rexburg Tabernacle Orchestra's Spring Concert!
Tomorrow evening, April 30th, join them for a chamber ensemble with conductor Mark Seare, featuring Natalie Blackburn.
The evening begins at 7:30 pm at the Romance Theater. Admission is free thanks to our sponsor, Stones Toyota.
Come experience the talent and inspiration of the orchestra.

5 days ago, City of Rexburg

graphic with a closeup of a horizontal string instrument and text "RTO Chamber Ensemble, Mark Seare Conductor, Fea. Natalie Blackburn, April 30, 7:30 pm @ the Romance Theater, free admission", Rexburg & Toyota logos

We heard residents' concerns over the cost of the bond. By reducing the project scope, we lowered the estimated property tax impact. The May bond proposal has a $3,285,138 lower cost than the November bond proposal. By making changes to the bond plan, voters can consider a proposal that better addresses residents' concerns.
Learn more about the bond proposal at: rexburg.org/rpd-station-bond

5 days ago, City of Rexburg

colored square graphic with text and logos of Rexburg and RPD - text info: Prior Proposal: Principal: $16,750,000 + Interest: $5,839,638 Total: $22,589,638, Current Proposal: Principal: $14,995,000 + Interest: $4,309,500 Total: $19,304,500 Difference of: $3,285,138

We’ve been talking a lot about the Rexburg Police Station Bond, and seeing it firsthand makes a difference. Come take a look and have a conversation with us.

Rexburg Police Department is hosting an open house and station tours TODAY from 4–6 PM. Come take a look at the current facility and have a conversation with us.

If you can’t make it today:
• Next (and final) open house: May 12
• Town Hall: Saturday, May 9

If those times don’t work, we’re still happy to connect. You can reach out to RPD to set up a conversation or even a neighborhood meeting. 📞 (208) 359-3008

11 days ago, City of Rexburg

Text graphic with "Rexburg Police Station Bond Open House Tours & Q&A April 23rd 4-6 pm Rexburg Police Station" and some decorative circles.

Rexburg is a place where families can grow, and we at the City work to support that in the services we provide our community, from public safety to infrastructure to recreation opportunities.

A police facility is a long-term investment in community safety. The proposed station is designed to meet current needs and plan for future growth as Rexburg continues to evolve.

As we head into a busy spring and summer season, we’re looking forward to more opportunities to gather, like the annual Carousel Summer Kickoff each May.

These efforts are only part of the work City staff provide to serve Rexburg, "America’s Family Community."

13 days ago, City of Rexburg

Lots of people on the lawn of Porter Park, some event tents and bounce houses in the background, people lounging on blankets, sitting in small groups, etc. at an event in the Park

KEEP REXBURG KIDS SAFE IN A DIGITAL WORLD!
The Upper Valley SAFE Initiative is offering a free workshop for what every parent in the region needs to know.

Join them and the Rexburg Police Department this Saturday, April 25th, from 5:00 to 7:00 pm at the Madison Jr. High Auditorium.

13 days ago, City of Rexburg

Mayor Merrill is looking for volunteers to help him plant 65-70 trees and spread mulch at the Donjo Baseball Quad. The plan is to do this ON Arbor Day...Friday, April 24th. Come anytime between 1 pm and 6 pm to lend a helping hand!
The more hands for the longer the time, the better! It will be a big task.

For more info, visit the volunteer link on JustServe: https://tinyurl.com/m6trb45m

17 days ago, City of Rexburg

3 people planting a tree in green space outside of a fenced court "Greenify Rexburg this Arbor Day! April 24th Donjo Field"

During our January survey about the Police Station Bond, we heard that budget is a top concern for many in our community.
Rexburg’s financial information is publicly available, including details about property taxes at rexburg.org/o/cor/page/financial-reports

Different services in our community are funded by different entities. That’s why they are voted on and managed separately. A few important clarifications:
→ City and county funding are separate from school and other district funding.
→ City funding is separate from county funding.
→ The City doesn't (and legally can't) allocate funds to other taxing entities like the library or cemetery.

For residents in the City of Rexburg, property taxes are allocated as follows:
→ 30.8% goes to the City
→ 45.9% goes to Madison County
→ 18.3% goes to the School District
→ The remaining portion supports other taxing bodies like the library and cemetery

How does Rexburg compare?
This graph shows how Rexburg’s property tax levies compare to other university cities in Idaho and the region.
→ Blue represents the City portion
→ Red represents other taxing entities

For more financial information about the bond, visit: rexburg.org/o/cor/page/bond-tax-calculator.

18 days ago, City of Rexburg

Graph showing 2024 Property Tax Levies per $100,000 Taxable Value across various university cities in Idaho & the region.

We’ve heard questions and concerns about the location selected for the proposed police station, and we want to share more about how that decision was made.
City and Police leadership worked together to evaluate multiple potential sites across Rexburg, including downtown locations and areas such as Airport Road. Each option was carefully considered for cost, accessibility, response times, and long-term service to the community. Some locations were ultimately ruled out due to limitations that could impact public safety - for example, restricted access points that could affect emergency response.
The Pioneer Road site was selected because it allows for better accessibility, supports efficient response across the community, and significantly reduces overall project cost compared to other options. This site has already been purchased using funds the City set aside in prior years specifically for a future police facility.

The process for a new Rexburg Police Station has been years in the making, and decisions like site selection involve many factors. Our goal is to provide clear, transparent information about how those decisions were made.

Learn more about the scope of the project & the overall proposal of the bond: https://www.rexburg.org/o/cor/page/rpd-bond-scope

27 days ago, City of Rexburg

"Examining a new building downtown or on Pioneer Road. When reviewing locations for a new police station, City officials looked at several site options. One site considered was the School District Admin building, also known as the old junior high, located at 60 W Main St. Here is a breakdown of some of the costs that were reviewed between the two locations." with a chart showing cost breakdown of costs. Downtown cost est.: $30.6 Mil. Pioneer Rd cost est.: $22 Mil. Difference: $8.6 Mil. Property Tax impact (per $100K): Downtown: $77.19 | Pioneer $53.48 "Building a police station facility at the site on Pioneer Road versus the downtown reduces the property tax impact by over 44%." "How long does it take to drive from each address to different locations? These numbers reflect normal drive time (NOT emergency response)" with a chart showing breakdown of times. "Avg. time difference between 2 sites: 21 seconds"

🌸📣 Spring Clean-Up is here! Today marks the start of our annual Spring Cleanup, running through April 27th! 📣🌸 Please remember the following rules:
🌳 This clean-up is for yard waste only—leaves, grass, and branches!
🗑️ No household garbage or materials like dirt, sod, rocks, or metal.
🍂All waste must be bundled or bagged, with branches no longer than 4ft and bundles weighing 50 lbs or less.
🌲 Please do not include root balls or tree trunks.
Place all waste behind the curb, avoiding the street or alley, and keep it clear of your trash container.

Our crews are happy to offer this service to our residents to help make lawn maintenance just a bit easier this time of year. Help keep them safe by "sticking" to the rules.

28 days ago, City of Rexburg

Rexburg’s current police station no longer meets today’s modern policing needs.

Based on the City’s research, a remodel could not correct current facility inadequacies, including security & safety, space constraints, evidence storage risks, shared-building concerns, and parking limitations.

A new facility is presented as the alternative that addresses those issues comprehensively.

Visit the City’s police station bond page, review project materials, and use the bond tax calculator to understand the estimated taxpayer impact. rexburg.org/rpd-station-bond