This chapter shall be known as the ADA COUNTY UNIFORM STREET NAMING AND ADDRESS NUMBERING ORDINANCE; and is adopted for the purpose of providing a standardized system of street names and addresses to enable efficient location, navigation, and delivery of public services within the county, particularly with the countywide 911 program. This chapter shall apply to all lands within the unincorporated areas of Ada County except the Boise City area of impact.

ADDRESS NUMBER: The number assigned to a dwelling, structure, business, industry, or property that is expected to be displayed upon the structure or property for the purpose of identification to emergency service providers and the U.S. Postal Service, among others.

STREET: A street, road, highway, thoroughfare, right-of-way, or alley that provides vehicular access. For the purposes of this chapter, unless specified otherwise, this term includes public streets as well as private roads.

(Ord. 1001, 9-9-2025)

   The board hereby delegates both responsibility and authority for implementing this chapter to the county assessor or the county assessor's authorized designee. The board reserves, at its sole discretion and for any reason, the right to withdraw this delegation at any time and for any period as the board chooses.

(Ord. 1001, 9-9-2025)

   A.   Approval shall be obtained from the county assessor according to the requirements of this chapter for:

      1.   The right to use a street name and its accompanying pre-direction and post-type. No sign designating any street may be erected until such approval is obtained.

      2.   The right to use an address or address number for a dwelling, structure, business, industry, or property. No address number may be posted until such approval is obtained.

(Ord. 1001, 9-9-2025)

   A.   The county assessor shall maintain the assessor's street name and address database to archive approved streets, street names, addressing grids, and addresses within Ada County.

   B.   Whenever a street name or address is added or modified in accordance with this chapter, the county assessor shall update the database to reflect the addition or modification.

   C.   The database shall be made available for access by the public at reasonable times and in a manner prescribed by the county assessor.

(Ord. 1001, 9-9-2025)

   A.   Application:

      1.   Applications to name new streets may only be submitted in conjunction with a development application, such as for a subdivision, condominium, or private road.

      2.   Applications may only be submitted by the property owner listed on the associated development application, their authorized representative, or a government agency.

      3.   An application to name a new street shall contain the following:

         a.   A completed application form, provided by the county assessor.

         b.   A map or plan that accurately depicts the location and names of existing and proposed streets. If the application is associated with a proposed subdivision or condominium, a legible copy of the preliminary or final plat must be submitted.

         c.   If the application is associated with a new private road, a copy of the private road application from the appropriate development service department must be included.

   B.   Application Review:

      1.   The county assessor shall review proposed street names for conformance with the requirements of this chapter and shall grant preliminary approval for applications found to be in compliance.

      2.   As part of the review process, the county assessor shall forward the application to certain agencies for review, and those agencies shall be given ten (10) business days to provide comment on the application's compliance with this chapter and the agency's standards. The county assessor shall consider these comments in determining whether to approve or deny an application. Applications must be sent to the following agencies for review: Ada County Highway District, Ada County Sheriff Dispatch, Ada County Development Services, the fire department responsible for properties accessed by the subject street, and the appropriate city's representatives if the street is located within an incorporated city or the City of Boise area of impact.

      3.   The county assessor shall notify the applicant of the results of the review. If an application is denied, the reasons for denial shall be provided.

   C.   Preliminary Approval:

      1.   Upon granting preliminary approval for a proposed street name, the county assessor shall reserve the street name for the exclusive use of the applicant, pending final approval of the associated development application.

      2.   Preliminary approval shall be rescinded for the following reasons, in which case the applicant must reapply to use the street name:

         a.   The applicant changes the layout of a proposed street after preliminary approval.

         b.   Final development approval is not obtained within twenty four (24) months of preliminary street name approval.

         c.   Another development application receives final approval before the applicant's development, and that development's street names, or layout cause the applicant's proposed names to be out of compliance with this chapter.

      3.   When a preliminary approval is rescinded, the applicant is required to submit a new application to reserve a street name.

   D.   Final Approval:

      1.   If no circumstances require that the applicant's preliminary approval be rescinded, final approval of the street name is granted automatically with final approval of the associated development application.

(Ord. 1001, 9-9-2025)

   A.   The county assessor shall follow the procedures provided in subsections 2-1-6B, 2-1-6C, and 2-1-6D for naming existing unnamed streets.

   B.   An application to name an existing unnamed street shall contain the following:

      1.   A completed application form, provided by the county assessor.

      2.   A map or plan which accurately depicts the location.

      3.   If the application is associated with a new private road, a copy of the private road application must be included.

      4.   If the unnamed street has more than three (3) addresses impacted, there must be a seventy-five percent (75%) owner approval on the proposed street name.

(Ord. 1001, 9-9-2025)

   A.   Public Hearing Required: Existing street names may only be changed by an affirmative action of the board at a public hearing.

      1.   Exceptions to public hearing requirement:

         a.   Correction of scrivener's errors.

         b.   Private lane that only affects applicant's address.

         c.   Street names initially approved by the Street Name Committee, but later found to be non-compliant with this chapter, may be changed if the change does not affect existing addresses in use.

   B.   Initiation Of Change:

      1.   The county assessor or another public agency may request a street name change if the current name is not in compliance with this chapter and/or the current name negatively impacts public safety or the delivery of public services.

      2.   An owner of property along a street may request that a street name be changed by filing an application with the county assessor. In order for the application to be considered, the property owner must first obtain approval for the change from seventy-five percent (75%) of the property owners along the subject street.

   C.   Application: A street name change application shall contain the following:

      1.   A completed application form, provided by the county assessor.

      2.   A map or plan that accurately depicts the location and names of existing and proposed streets.

      3.   An explanation of the reasons for the requested name change.

      4.   A list of the names, signatures, and addresses of the property owners who are impacted by the street name change who consent to the street name change, amounting to at least seventy-five percent (75%) of the affected addressed properties.

   D.   Application Review:

      1.   The county assessor shall review proposed street names for conformance with the requirements of this chapter and shall schedule a board hearing for applications that are found to be in compliance.

      2.   As part of the review process, the county assessor shall forward the application to certain agencies for review, and those agencies shall be given ten (10) business days to provide comment on the application's compliance with this chapter and the agency's standards. The county assessor shall consider these comments in determining whether to approve or deny an application for a board hearing. Applications must be sent to the following agencies for review: Ada County Highway District, Ada County Sheriff dispatch, the fire department responsible for properties accessed by the subject street, and if the street is within an incorporated city or city impact area, that city's planning department or another appropriate department if there is no planning department.

      3.   The county assessor shall notify the applicant of the results of the review. If an application is denied, the reasons for denial shall be provided to the applicant.

   E.   Notice Of Public Hearing: All owners of property along the subject street shall be notified by mail of the public hearing at least thirty (30) days before the hearing. The notice shall include the reason for the change and information about the board hearing.

   F.   Effective Date: Upon an affirmative action by the board, a street name change shall become effective sixty (60) days after the date of the board's decision.

   G.   Notice Of Change: The county assessor shall mail notices of a street name change to affected property owners within seven (7) days of the board's decision. The county assessor shall notify certain public agencies of a street name change within thirty (30) days of the board's decision. Notice shall be provided to affected agencies, as determined by the county assessor, including but not limited to, public health and safety agencies, the United States Postal Service and utility companies.

   H.   Subsequent Address Changes: After a street name change, the county assessor shall change the addresses of any affected structures or properties to reflect the new street name, according to the requirements of this chapter.

   I.   Correcting Plat Scrivener's Errors:

      1.   In the event a plat is recorded with a scrivener's error, including but not limited to a misspelled street name or an incorrect or missing pre-directional or post type, the county assessor may correct the street name on the plat by filing an affidavit of street name change with the county recorder.

      2.   The county assessor shall mail a notice of the filing of the street name change affidavit to all owners of property along the subject street at least fourteen (14) days prior to recordation.

      3.   If, as determined by the county assessor, the incorrect street name is significantly different in spelling or pronunciation from the correct name and the incorrect name is already in public use, the street name change affidavit must be approved by the board at a public hearing prior to recordation. The county assessor shall send notice per subsection D of this section prior to the hearing.

   J.   Correcting Plat Street Names to Match Existing Street Names:

      1.   In the event a previously recorded plat depicts a street name that doesn't reflect the existing street name, and there is no previously recorded affidavit indicating a street name change noted on the plat, the county assessor may correct the street name on the plat by filing an affidavit of street name change with the county recorder.

(Ord. 1001, 9-9-2025)

   A.   Street names shall conform to the following standards:

      1.   Any street, whether public or private, that provides access to two (2) or more addressed structures or properties must be officially named according to the provisions of this chapter.

      2.   Every street name shall include a pre-directional of North, South, East, or West, based on the street's direction of travel and its location relative to the initial point of the addressing grid in which it lies.

      3.   A street's pre-directional shall not change even if the street's direction changes. Streets that meander or are diagonal relative to the cardinal directions shall be treated as either a north-south or east-west street and the most appropriate pre-directional shall be used along the entire length of the street.

      4.   Every street name shall include one of the following post types:

         a.   Avenue: A north-south street generally running in a straight line.

         b.   Boulevard: A street that is eighty feet (80') wide or greater and which directional travel is separated by a raised median which is usually landscaped. The use of this term must be approved by ACHD.

         c.   Court: An east-west cul-de-sac.

         d.   Drive: A street generally meandering in an east-west direction.

         e.   Lane: A private road. Any street that will not be dedicated to ACHD, or another public entity is considered a private road and must be assigned this post type.

         f.   Place: A north-south cul-de-sac.

         g.   Road: A street that extends through both urban and rural areas. The use of this term must be approved by ACHD.

         h.   Street: An east-west street generally running in a straight line.

         i.   Way: A street generally meandering in a north-south direction.

         j.   Loop: A closed loop circular street that begins and circles back to terminate on the same street from which it begins

      5.   Street names shall not be more than thirteen (13) characters in length, including spaces, except when an existing street with a nonconforming name is to be extended.

      6.   Street names shall not contain the words North, South, East, or West or any combination thereof. Directionals shall only be used as pre-directionals (prefixes).

      7.   Proposed street names shall not duplicate existing names in spelling or pronunciation. Differentiation between existing and proposed names shall not be accomplished by changes in spelling or by the use of different pre-directionals or post types.

      8.   Proposed street names shall not sound alike or be easily confused with existing street names as determined by the county assessor.

      9.   Proposed street names shall not be vulgar, inappropriate, or profane as determined by the county assessor.

      10.   A cul-de-sac that has a length of one hundred feet (100') or less shall be given the same name and post type as the street from which it emerges. A cul-de-sac greater than one hundred feet (100') in length shall be given a different name than the street from which it emerges.

      11.   If a street makes an obvious change in direction, as determined by the county assessor, a new street name shall be assigned, except as herein provided for "L" shaped streets. The change in name shall occur as close as possible to the point where the direction changes.

      12.   Both portions of an "L" shaped street shall be assigned the same name if either leg is one hundred feet (100') or less in length, otherwise each leg shall be assigned a different name.

   B.   Street Alignments:

      1.   Where a proposed street is in general alignment with an existing street and is determined by the county assessor to be a continuation of that street, the existing street's name shall be continued to the proposed street. For a proposed street to be considered a continuation of an existing street, all the following will be considered:

         a.   Future development will likely extend the proposed street and/or the existing street segments, cause them to connect, or continue in an unbroken alignment.

         b.   Assigning the existing street name to the proposed street will not negatively impact the public safety or the delivery of public and/or private services.

         c.   The segments are separated by fifty feet (50') or less as measured perpendicularly to the direction of travel.

         d.   The segments are not situated in a manner that would cause duplication of address numbers across the segments.

         e.   The segments alignment or continuation is not broken by geographic features such as: rivers, canyons, and extreme topography.

      2.   Where a proposed street aligns with two (2) or more differently named streets, the street shall be given a new unique name unless it connects to one of the alignments.

      3.   Where a proposed street aligns with an existing street which has an incorrect post type, the proposed street shall be named with the correct post type. Except when a street connects to an incorrect post type, the original post type will take effect to maintain continuity.

      4.   Where a proposed street is private and a non-platted street and will not connect to an existing street; or is not in direct alignment of an existing street, a new unique name that adheres to the street naming standards will be required.

(Ord. 1001, 9-9-2025)

   A.   The county assessor shall assign new addresses to the following in accordance with the requirements of this chapter:

      1.   New structures modified or previously unaddressed structures, and undeveloped land in conjunction with a building permit application, upon application being made by the property owner, the owner's authorized representative or a government agency.

      2.   Undeveloped subdivision lots after final plat recordation.

      3.   When a structure is used as a separate dwelling, a temporary dwelling, or any living quarters separate from the main address that would receive 911 services.

   B.   Application Requirements: Requests for address assignment must be submitted using a completed application form, provided by the county assessor along with a map or site plan which depicts the structure or property to be addressed, any other structures on the property and the layout of nearby streets.

      1.   The City of Boise has jurisdiction over addressing within Boise City Limits and its area of impact and applications are to be submitted to the City of Boise.

      2.   The City of Meridian has jurisdiction over addressing within the Meridian City limits and applications are to be submitted to the City of Meridian.

      3.   Newly assigned addresses shall be effective immediately. The assessor shall notify affected property owners of the new addresses within seven (7) days of assignment.

(Ord. 1001, 9-9-2025)

   A.   The county assessor may change existing addresses for the following reasons:

      1.   The existing address is not in compliance with this chapter.

      2.   To correct duplicate addresses.

      3.   When a street name has been changed.

      4.   The existing address negatively impacts the dispatch of emergency vehicles or delivery of public services.

   B.   When five (5) or more related address changes are necessary, a hearing and approval by the board is required.

   C.   Notice: The county assessor shall mail notice to affected property owners at least thirty (30) days before changing an address or before the board hearing if required. For an address change made by the county assessor, the notice shall include the reason for the change and information on the property owner's right to appeal. For changes requiring a board hearing, the notice shall include the reason for the change and information about the board hearing.

   D.   Effective Date: An address change shall take effect sixty (60) days after the county assessor, or the board takes action to change the address.

   E.   Notice Of Change: The county assessor shall mail notice to affected property owners within seven (7) days of an address change. The county assessor shall notify certain public agencies within thirty (30) days of the action to change an address. Notice shall be provided to affected agencies, as determined by the county assessor, including public health and safety agencies, the United States Postal Service and utility companies.

(Ord. 1001, 9-9-2025)

   A.   Address Districts: There are four (4) address districts within Ada County: the Boise, Meridian, Eagle and Kuna districts. The official boundaries of each district are stored in the assessor's street name and address database.

   B.   Initial Points: Each address district has an initial point which designates the starting point of the district's address grid. Initial points for each district are located as follows:

      1.   Boise: The intersection of West Main Street, East Warm Springs Avenue and North First Street in Boise.

      2.   Eagle: Near the intersection of State Street and Eagle Road in Eagle.

      3.   Kuna: Near the intersection of East Avalon Street, North Linder Avenue and South Swan Falls Road in Kuna.

      4.   Meridian: The intersection of Franklin Road and Meridian Road in Meridian.

   C.   Address Grids: Each address district is divided into a grid which shall be used to assign addresses within the district. Address numbering within a district shall begin at the district's initial point and shall increase in increments of one hundred (100) address numbers per grid block, expanding outward from the initial point.

   D.   Addresses shall only be assigned when the structure or lot can be accessed by an approved public street or named private road that is recorded in the assessor's street name and address database.

   E.   Address numbers shall be assigned in such a manner that adequate numbers are reserved for possible future development.

   F.   Address numbers shall only contain numbers. The use of letters, fractions or hyphens is prohibited.

   G.   Address Number Parity: Address numbers located on the north and east sides of a street shall be even numbers. Address numbers located on the south and west sides of a street shall be odd numbers. The same parity shall be maintained along the entire length of the street regardless of changes in direction. For diagonal and meandering streets, parity shall be determined based on the pre-directional of the street's name.

   H.   Structures: If a structure is located on a lot which fronts only one street, the structure shall be addressed to that street. If a structure is located on a lot which fronts multiple streets, the structure shall be addressed to the street where the main entrance of the structure faces unless, as determined by the county assessor, special circumstances exist where following this standard would negatively impact public safety or the delivery of public services.

   I.   Subdivision Lots: Addresses shall be assigned to all new subdivision lots based on the most likely location of a future structure's main entrance, as determined by the county assessor. This address may be changed at the time of construction, if necessary to comply with the requirements of this chapter. Unbuildable subdivision lots, such as landscape buffers and small common lots, are exempt from this requirement.

   J.   Unit Numbers: When a structure has individual units which require designation with separate addresses, unit numbers shall be assigned. First floor units shall be assigned 100-series numbers, second floor units shall be assigned 200-series numbers, and so on for each successive floor. Basement units shall be assigned 10-series numbers, and so on by floor.

   K.   Building Numbers: When a complex consisting of more than one structure has been assigned a single address, each individual building shall be assigned an individual address number.

   L.    Cul-De- Sacs: For cul-de-sacs over one hundred feet (100') in length, parity shall be maintained along the length of the street with the odd and even numberi ng meeting at the midpoint of the back of the cul-de-sac or as close to the midpoint as possible (see figure below). For cul-de-sacs under one hundred feet (100'), the cul-de-sac street shall be considered part of the principal street from which it emerged and shall be addressed according to the address numbering sequence and parity of the principal street.

   M.   Circular Streets: The same address parity shall be maintained along the entire length of a circular street. Parity shall be determined by considering the appropriate address numbering of the street if it were laid out in a straight line along the direction of its pre-directional.

   N.    Mobile Home Parks/Privat e Campuses: Mobile home parks and private campuses shall be assigned a single address along the street where the driveway access is located. For mobile home parks each space shall be assigned a space number, for private campuses each building shall be assigned a building number.

(Ord. 1001, 9-9-2025)

   A.   The owner of a dwelling, structure, business, industry, or property shall post the assigned address number on the structure or property in such a manner as to be clearly visible from the street. The posted address number shall:

      1.   Consist of Arabic numerals or English alphabetic letters.

      2.   Be at least four inches (4") in height with a minimum stroke width of one-half inch (0.5") and contrast with their background.

      3.   Be located at least three feet (3') above grade.

(Ord. 1001, 9-9-2025)

   A.   Variance: The requirements of this chapter may be varied by the board where their enforcement will result in extraordinary individual hardship, provided the public interest is served. An applicant for such a variance must specifically state the hardship caused by these regulations and adequately prove that the variance will not cause an adverse effect to the health, safety, and welfare of the public. In granting any variance, the board may impose conditions, as necessary, to ensure substantial compliance with the general principles of this chapter.

      1.   All variances within the city limits of the City of Meridian and City of Boise must go through the City Council steps for variances.

   B.   Appeal: Any person, firm or corporation may appeal a decision of the county assessor to the board by filing a written notice of appeal with the board within thirty (30) days after the decision. The notice of appeal shall specifically state where the county assessor erred in the interpretation or application of this chapter; failure to do so shall be grounds for dismissal of the appeal. Copies of the notice shall also be submitted to the county assessor and county clerk.

      1.   All appeals within the city limits of the City of Meridian and City of Boise must go through the City Council steps for variances.

(Ord. 1001, 9-9-2025)

   A fee may be charged for street naming, address assignments, variances and/or appeals. Fees shall be set by resolution of the board.

(Ord. 1001, 9-9-2025)

   A.   It is a violation of this chapter for any person to install a street sign or otherwise use a street name that has not been approved by the county assessor. It is also a violation for any person to remove, alter, change, or otherwise deface a street sign that exists in accordance with this chapter.

   B.   It is a violation of this chapter for any person to post an address number or otherwise use an address that has not been approved by the county assessor.

   C.   Each violation of this chapter shall be a misdemeanor, and for each day that a violation continues, each day shall constitute a separate violation. Each violation shall be punishable as provided in Section 18-113, Idaho Code as it may from time to time be amended and/or retitled.

(Ord. 1001, 9-9-2025)

This chapter shall be known as the ADA COUNTY PARKS AND WATERWAYS ORDINANCE, and is enacted for the purpose of regulating the operation of Ada County parks and waterways and controlling the activities of the public within such areas, protecting the public health, and providing penalties for the violation of the provisions of this chapter. (Ord. 844, 7-21-2015)

For the purposes of this chapter, the following terms, phrases and words shall have the meanings given herein. All other words contained in this chapter not specifically defined shall have their ordinary and customary meanings.

ADA COUNTY PARKS AND WATERWAYS PROPERTY: Any property which is owned, managed, leased, licensed or under easement by Ada County for park and recreational purposes. Such areas include, but are not limited to, Barber Park, the Boise River, Hubbard Reservoir, Oregon Trailhead, the Greenbelt, Ada County Bike Park, Fivemile/Victory Wetland, Lucky Peak Lake docks, foothill trails and trailhead facilities.

BOARD: The Board of County Commissioners of Ada County, Idaho.

BOISE RIVER: All public property in unincorporated Ada County over which Ada County has jurisdiction surrounding the river for a distance of seventy feet (70') horizontally landward from the ordinary high water mark into and including the river itself.

CAMP OR CAMPING: The use of land for living accommodation purposes such as sleeping, making preparations to sleep (including laying down bedding for the purpose of sleeping), storing personal belongings, making fire, using any tents, shelter or vehicle for sleeping.

DEPARTMENT: The Ada County Parks and Waterways Department.

DIRECTOR: The Chief Administrator of the Ada County Parks and Waterways Department.

ELECTRONIC CIGARETTE: Any electronic oral device, such as one composed of a heating or ultrasonic element, better and/or electronic current, which provides a vapor of nicotine or any other substance, and use or inhalation of which simulates smoking. The term shall include any such device, whether manufactured, distributed, marketed, or sold as an e-cigarette, e-cigar, or under any other product name or descriptor.

ELECTRONIC POWER-ASSISTED BICYCLE (E-BIKE): A vehicle having two (2) tandem wheels or two (2) parallel wheels and one forward wheel, any two (2) of which are not less than twelve inches (12") in diameter, that is designed to be operated by human power with the assistance of an electronic motor that has a power output of no more than seven hundred fifty (750) watts that: a) is incapable of propelling the vehicle at a speed of more than twenty (20) miles per hour; and b) disengages or ceases to function when the vehicle's brakes are applied. An E-bike is not a vehicle for purposes of this chapter.

EXCRETION: The discharge of human waste from the body, including the acts of defecation and urination.

FOOTHILL TRAILS: Paths and trails in the Ridge to Rivers Trail Network that are located entirely and solely on property owned by Ada County.

GREENBELT: Land within seventy feet (70') of the six thousand five hundred (6,500) cfs flow line of the Boise River which may be owned by the county or over which the county may have a right of possession or use and: (A) which is designated by the County Commissioners to be retained in perpetuity for public use for purposes compatible with aesthetic, wildlife, education and recreational values of the Boise River; (B) which will provide for unrestricted, noncommercial access to the river; and (C) which will be developed and used to minimize water pollution, provide continuity of the public parks system and create a buffer where necessary between conflicting land uses.

HUMAN WASTE: Human feces or human urine.

LIVESTOCK: Poultry or other birds, horses, cattle, dairy cattle, swine, sheep, llamas, goats, or other grazing animals.

MOTORIZED WATERCRAFT OR MOTORBOAT: Any vessel propelled by machinery whether or not such machinery is the principal source of propulsion. This includes any vessel temporarily or permanently equipped with a motor, including, but not limited to, jet propulsion, electric, and gasoline powered machinery.

PARK, PARKED OR PARKING: The condition of any vehicle stopped or left standing, whether attended or unattended.

PARKS, OPEN SPACE AND TRAILS ADVISORY BOARD: The Advisory Board appointed by the Board as authorized in this chapter.

SERVICE LINE: An indoor or outdoor location in which one or more persons are waiting for or receiving service of any kind, whether or not the service involves the exchange of money, including, but not limited to, persons waiting to use an ATM, attend a concert, obtain food or drink from a vendor, purchase tickets, rent equipment, purchase or board public transit or attend a sporting event.

SMOKE OR SMOKING: Inhaling, exhaling, burning, carrying or possessing any combusting (heated, lit, or smoldering) tobacco or any other substance, whether contained in a cigar, cigarette, or pipe, or any other object. Smoking does not include possession of an unlit cigar, cigarette, or pipe.

TOBACCO PRODUCT: Any substance that contains tobacco, including, but not limited to, cigarettes, cigars, pipes, snuff, smoking tobacco, tobacco papers, or smokeless tobacco.

VEHICLE: Every device in, upon or by which any person or property is or may be transported or drawn upon a public highway. The term does not include E-bikes, devices moved by human or animal power or devices used exclusively upon stationary rails or tracks.

(Ord. 844, 7-21-2015; amd. Ord. 849, 2-2-2016; amd. Ord. 882, 4-17-2018; Ord. 974, 8-13-2024)

   A.   Limitation On Liability: Ada County, its agents or employees, is not responsible for damages to, or the theft of, personal property within the boundaries of Ada County parks and waterways property.

   B.   Authority Conferrable On Employees: The Director may authorize any employee of the department to exercise any power granted to, or perform any duty imposed upon, the Director.

   C.   Limit Or Deny Access: The Director shall have the authority to limit or deny access to any area covered by this chapter whenever it has reached its designed capacity.

   D.   Closed Areas: The Director may declare any section or part of any Ada County parks and waterways property as closed to the public entirely or for certain uses, at any time and for any interval of time. The Director's closure may be for all day or for any period of time, and may be, temporarily or at regularly and stated intervals (daily or otherwise). (Ord. 844, 7-21-2015)

   A.   Ada County Parks And Waterways Property: For each area, the Director shall designate and post allowed pet and livestock uses, including on leash, off leash, and controlled off leash regulations for dogs. All pets on the Greenbelt must be leashed at all times.

      1.   Dogs: No person owning or having care, custody, possession or control of a dog within Ada County parks and waterways property shall:

         a.   Fail to have in his/her possession the equipment necessary to remove his/her dog's fecal matter when accompanied by said dog on any Ada County parks and waterways property; or

         b.   Fail to remove the fecal matter deposited by his/her dog on any Ada County parks and waterways property before leaving the immediate area where the fecal matter was deposited.

   B.   Violations: Violation(s) of subsection A of this section is an infraction and each violation is punishable by a one hundred dollar ($100.00) fine. Violation(s) of subsection A1b of this section is an infraction and each violation is punishable as provided in Idaho Code section 18-7031, as it may be amended and/or retitled from time to time. (Ord. 844, 7-21-2015)

   A.   Fires: All fires shall be restricted to culinary purposes in gas and charcoal grills. Upon the Director's prior approval, other fires may be permitted in other areas for educational, interpretive, or other special programming purposes. All other fires are prohibited. All permitted fires must be kept under control at all times and must be extinguished before leaving Ada County parks and waterways property, or whenever the site is left unattended. Some or all areas may be closed to all fires during extreme fire danger at the Director's discretion.

   B.   Fireworks: With the exception of handheld sparklers, no person shall possess or use fireworks of any kind within Ada County parks and waterways property without a permit. The usage of handheld sparklers is limited to booked events that have reserved the outside patio of Barber Park Education and Event Center and will not be permitted without the Director's prior approval.

   C.   Personal Safety, Firearms, Weapons: No person, except for authorized law enforcement personnel, shall discharge any firearm, pneumatic weapon, air rifle, spring gun, bow and arrow, sling, blowgun, pellet gun, or any other weapon that discharges a projectile that is potentially harmful and dangerous to human or animal safety within any Ada County parks and waterways property. The discharge of firearms and weapons within these areas constitutes a per se danger to persons and property. Such regulation does not apply to a person discharging his or her firearm in the lawful defense of persons or property.

   D.   Violations: Violation(s) of subsection A or C of this section is a misdemeanor and each violation is punishable as provided by Idaho Code section 18-113 as it may be amended and/or retitled from time to time. Violation(s) of subsection B of this section is an infraction and each violation is punishable as provided in Idaho Code section 18-7031, as it may be amended and/or retitled from time to time. (Ord. 844, 7-21-2015)

   A.   Public Property: The destruction, injury, defacement, removal or disturbance of any public building, sign, equipment, monument, statue, marker or any other structure, or of any tree, flower, vegetation or any other public property of any kind which is located on Ada County parks and waterways property is prohibited. No person shall use any Ada County parks and waterways property for access to adjoining or nearby privately owned property for any purpose, or to construct or install any facility or improvement upon, over, or beneath any area within Ada County parks and waterways property without the Board or the Director's written consent.

   B.   Glass Containers: No glass beverage containers are permitted on Ada County parks and waterways property, provided however, that glass beverage containers are permitted upon the Director's prior approval, in the Barber Park Education and Event Center building or shelters attached thereto.

   C.   Littering: All refuse or garbage, including cigarettes and cigarette butts, must be placed in proper trash receptacles or ashtrays. Littering on Ada County parks and waterways property is prohibited.

   D.   Protection Of Wildlife: It shall be unlawful for any person within Ada County parks and waterways property to molest, injure, harm, frighten, chase, tease, annoy, throw an object at, or kill any animal. It shall also be unlawful for any person to release any animal from captivity or open any fence or gate containing or restricting animals' movement.

   E.   Control Of Speed: Greenbelt and bike paths users are expected to act responsibly and courteously and not to exceed a safe and prudent speed. It is prohibited for cyclists, E-bike operators, scooter riders, skateboarders, roller skaters, and in-line skaters to use the Greenbelt or bike paths at such a speed as to endanger or injure other users.

   F.   Ski Poles And Push Poles: The use of ski poles, push poles, or other such similar equipment on the Greenbelt or bike paths is prohibited, except that ski poles shall be permitted by cross country skiers when sufficient snow is present such that using poles will not damage the Greenbelt or bike paths and push poles shall be permitted by land paddlers when a rubberized footer is present on the pole such that using it will not cause damage to the Greenbelt or bike paths.

   G.   Public Health: No person shall excrete human waste, except in designated restroom facilities, on any parks and waterways property.

   H.   Sound: No person shall operate or aid in the operation of private radios, stereophonic or sound amplification devices at a greater operating level than sixty two (62) decibels measured at a distance of twenty feet (20') from such radios or devices unless the Director gives permission. If during the same day the person is again found in violation of this subsection, that person will be required to leave Ada County parks and waterways property.

   I.   Aircraft Restrictions: No person shall operate, land or take off in a balloon, plane or other aircraft from Ada County parks and waterways property, without a written agreement with Ada County that authorizes such activity except in an emergency or as other Federal or State law specifically permits.

   J.   Wheeled Devices: No person on any Ada County parks and waterways property shall ride or operate a skateboard, roller skates, scooter, in-line skates, bicycle, or other wheeled recreation equipment on any concrete sidewalk, curbing, ornamental surface, hand railing, picnic table, bench, sport court, playground area, planter, sculpture, or other structure unless otherwise designated as an area where wheeled devices are permitted.

   K.   Impede Movement: No person shall endanger the safety or health of any person by prohibiting the normal flow and movement of pedestrians through the grounds by blocking entryways, pathways, and attractions so that other people may not pass freely.

   L.   Violations: Violation(s) of subsections B, E, F, H, I, J and/or K of this section is an infraction and each violation is punishable by a one hundred dollar ($100.00) fine. Violation(s) of subsection C of this section is an infraction and each violation is punishable as provided in Idaho Code section 18-7031 as it may be amended and/or retitled from time to time. Violation(s) of subsections A, D, and G of this section is a misdemeanor and each violation is punishable as provided by Idaho Code section 18-113 as it may be amended and/or retitled from time to time.

   M.   Ejectment: An Idaho law enforcement officer, the Director and his or her duly authorized representative shall have the authority to eject from Ada County parks and waterways property any person acting in violation of this section. Any person ejected from Ada County parks and waterways property shall leave promptly and peaceably and shall not return to Ada County parks and waterways property for any reason on the same calendar day of ejectment. This authority is granted in addition to criminal penalties available under this section. (Ord. 844, 7-21-2015; amd. Ord. 882, 4-17-2018)

   A.   Advertisements: Public notices, public announcements, advertisements or other printed matter shall only be posted or distributed in a special area approved by the Director within Ada County parks and waterways property. All advertising space is Ada County's exclusive property. No signs, banners, or printed material will be permitted without the Director's prior approval.

   B.   Authorized Operations: No person shall operate any concession, business or enterprise at or on Ada County parks and waterways property without the Board's prior written authorization.

   C.   Solicitation:

      1.   For the public's safety, to control traffic flow, crowd control, and to avoid littering, no signature gathering or other public forum activities shall take place in the parking lots, streets, or pedestrian gate entry areas of Ada County parks and waterways property. All such activities shall take place in the areas and manner as described below.

      2.   With the exception of booked events at the Barber Park Education and Event Center, or during the course of any function or event conducted by the Ada County Parks and Waterways Department, it shall be unlawful for any person, corporation, partnership, association, organization, group, or entity to solicit money or to solicit, sell, or distribute any merchandise or printed written material or gather signatures except under license issued by the Board or the Director and except from a location and in a manner specifically fixed and designated by either the Board or the Director. (Ord. 844, 7-21-2015)

   A.   Alcohol: Persons at least twenty one (21) years of age and in possession of valid legal identification may possess beer and wine for personal consumption within Ada County parks and waterways property except for the following restricted areas: streets, parking lots, playgrounds, sports courts, sidewalks, pathways, restrooms, the Boise River, the Barber Park Beach, the Barber Park Education and Event Center premises when leased for a private function or event and within fifty feet (50') of the Greenbelt under the jurisdiction of the Ada County Parks and Waterways Department. Furthermore, no liquor, beer, or wine, as defined in Idaho Code sections 23-902(8), 23-1001(a) and 23-1303(a), as may be amended from time to time, may be brought to or served on any portion of Barber Park Education and Event Center premises or any portion of Ada County parks and waterways property that has been leased for a private function or event without a contract with Ada County expressly allowing for such possession or service or the Board's prior approval when leased for a private function or event.

   B.   Tobacco Products And Electronic Cigarettes Prohibited On Ada County Parks And Waterways Property: It shall be unlawful for any person to light, use, inhale, or consume any tobacco product or electronic cigarette on Ada County parks and waterways property outside of a designated "smoking permitted" area.

   C.   Director May Designate "Smoking Permitted" Areas: The Director may designate and post "smoking permitted" areas. The Director shall clearly and conspicuously post the smoking designated areas with prominently posted signs that read "Warning: Smoking Permitted". The designated smoking areas shall be at least twenty five feet (25') from any:

      1.   Outdoor playground,

      2.   Service line,

      3.   Outside entrance, operable window, and ventilation system of enclosed areas,

      4.   Outdoor arena, stadium, amphitheater, bleacher, or grandstand for use by spectators at sporting and other public events, and

      5.   Outdoor public transportation station, platform, or shelter under Ada County's jurisdiction.

The absence of such posted notices shall constitute evidence the Director has not approved any smoking areas within the area. This subsection does not apply to designated smoker outposts and ash receptacles on the patio at the Barber Park Education and Event Center.

   D.   Where Smoking Is Not Regulated: Notwithstanding any other provision of this chapter and section to the contrary, smoking in automobiles, whether in a parking lot or roadway, within Ada County parks and waterways property shall be exempt from the provisions of this chapter.

   E.   Violations: Violation(s) of subsection A of this section is an infraction and each violation is punishable by a one hundred dollar ($100.00) fine. Pursuant to Idaho Code section 39-5507, violation(s) of subsection B of this section is an infraction and each violation is punishable by a fine of seventeen dollars fifty cents ($17.50). (Ord. 844, 7-21-2015)

This provision is intended to address certain acts on or about portions of the Boise River and Boise River area within Ada County's jurisdiction. Through regulation of those acts, this provision seeks to preserve the natural habitat of the Boise River and ensure the protection of life, property, and the public health, safety, and welfare. It shall be unlawful in the river to:

   A.   Damage, cut, carve, transplant, or remove any tree, shrub, or plant or to strip any bark, pick any flowers, or collect any seeds from any such tree, shrub, or plant without the Director's permission. Nor shall any person attach any such rope, wire, surfing device, or other such similar object to any tree or plant, or swing jump, and/or ride on any rope, wire, surfing device, or other similar object attached to any tree or plant; or dig, disturb, impair, or injure any natural habitat of the area.

   B.   Hunt, molest, harm, frighten, kill, trap, chase, tease, annoy, shoot, or throw objects at any animal. Nor shall any person collect any nests or eggs from any wild bird or reptile unless authorized by the Director. Ada County Parks and Waterways Department staff, representatives of Idaho State Fish and Game, and/or Ada County Animal Control, may, in the performance of their duties, and with the Director's approval, do such acts necessary to protect life or property or improve the wildlife habitat. Nothing in this subsection shall be construed to prohibit lawful fishing activities on or in the Boise River.

   C.   Operate or park any motor vehicles in the Boise River. This subsection does not prohibit vehicles the Board authorized or watercraft, emergency vehicles, motorized wheelchairs, or other similar vehicles the physically or mentally challenged use.

   D.   Fire or discharge any firearm of any description, or any air rifle, spring gun, bow and arrow, sling, or any other form of weapon potentially harmful to wildlife and dangerous to human safety, nor shall any person use an instrument that can be loaded with and fire blank cartridges, or any kind of trapping device. This subsection does not apply to a person discharging his or her firearm in lawful self-defense of persons or property, to duly authorized law enforcement personnel certified by the Idaho Department of Police Officer Standards and Training in the course and scope of his or her employment as a law enforcement official.

   E.   Camp in Boise River area. For purposes of this section, the Boise River area includes all public property adjacent to the Boise River in unincorporated Ada County for a distance of two hundred feet (200') horizontally landward from the ordinary high water mark. No person shall be permitted to camp or otherwise remain in the Boise River area overnight.

   F.   Use, carry, or possess any container made of glass or styrofoam.

   G.   Litter, deposit or discard any trash, rubbish, or refuse, except in a proper trash receptacle or ashtray.

   H.   Use or ride in or upon any motorized watercraft from the portion of the Boise River immediately below Lucky Peak Dam downriver to the Boise City limits. This prohibition shall not apply to motorized watercraft operated by personnel authorized by the Ada County Sheriff, the local Fire Department, or designated representative(s) for the purpose of safety and rescue. Nor shall it apply to Idaho State Fish and Game personnel, or Ada County Animal Control staff in the performance of their duties.

   I.   Launch any watercraft from Ada County parks and waterways property unless posted.

   J.   Violation(s) of subsections A, B, C, D, F, H and/or I of this section is an infraction and each violation is punishable by a one hundred dollar ($100.00) fine. A violation of subsection E of this section is a separate offense for each day that the camp or camping is maintained, kept, or allowed to exist. A violation of subsection E of this section shall be a misdemeanor and is punishable as provided by Idaho Code section 18-113 as it may be amended and/or retitled from time to time. Violation(s) of subsection G of this section is an infraction and each violation is punishable pursuant to Idaho Code section 18-111, as it may be amended and/or retitled from time to time. (Ord. 844, 7-21-2015; amd. Ord. 861, 2-14-2017)

   A.   Parking: It shall be unlawful for any person to park or own any vehicle found to be parked in violation of posted parking restrictions within Ada County parks and waterways property. It shall also be unlawful for any person to park or own any vehicle found to be parked in any area blocking an emergency exit, fire lane, or access point to a public parking area and/or public parking space.

   B.   Prohibited Activities In Parking Lots: It shall be unlawful for any person to operate go-carts, remote controlled airplanes, windsurfing boards, or engage in in-line hockey, or driver's training within Ada County parks and waterways' parking lots.

   C.   Motor Vehicle Code: The provisions of title 49, chapters 6, 7 and 8, Idaho Code, shall be applicable to motor vehicles in any area officially designated Ada County parks and waterways property.

   D.   Speed Limit: The speed limit within Ada County parks and waterways property shall be ten (10) miles per hour unless a different speed is specifically posted.

   E.   Control Of Speed Greenbelt: No personal shall travel upon the Greenbelt at a speed greater than, or in a manner that is not, reasonable and prudent under the conditions and having regard to the actual and potential hazards then existing. Violation of this provision is an infraction. However, if such travel also endangers or is likely to endanger any person or property, then violation is a misdemeanor.

   F.   Motorized Vehicles: All motorized and off road vehicles must stay on authorized established roadways. No motorized vehicles shall be permitted on any sidewalk, bike path, trail or area designated for use by pedestrians, bicyclists, and other wheeled activities moved solely by human or animal power. Law enforcement personnel, emergency service providers, Ada County employees in the course of their employment, others the Director authorizes, persons operating a wheelchair, or electric wheelchair, E-bike operators, and persons with a bona fide handicap that require an electric personal assistive mobility device are exempt from this regulation.

   G.   E-Bikes: E-bikes are prohibited on the foothill trails. E-bikes are permitted on the Greenbelt.

   H.   Overnight Camping And Parking: Overnight camping and parking is prohibited on Ada County parks and waterways property except as the Board or the Director permit.

   I.   Violation: Violation(s) of this section is an infraction and each violation is punishable by a one hundred dollar ($100.00) fine. Further, any vehicle found parked in violation of this chapter may be cited and/or removed at the owner or operator's expense. The owner or operator may also be liable for all other reasonable storage expenses that the company removing the vehicle may charge.

(Ord. 844, 7-21-2015; amd. Ord. 882, 4-17-2018; Ord. 974, 8-13-2024)

Any person failing to comply with sections 2-2-4 through 2-2-10 of this chapter shall be guilty of a misdemeanor, unless such offense is specifically designated herein as an infraction, and shall be subject to the penalties provided in Idaho Code sections 18-111, 18-113, 18-7031, 39-5507, and 39-3609. The above penalties shall in no way limit the rights of Ada County to file a civil claim against a violator to collect for damages to Ada County property. (Ord. 844, 7-21-2015)

   A.   Establishment And Purpose: Pursuant to Idaho Code sections 31-806, 31-807, and 31-828, there is hereby established the Parks, Open Space and Trails Advisory Board, whose purpose shall be:

      1.   To provide the Board a current inventory of open space and trails in Ada County.

      2.   To provide recommendations to the Board based on the Ada County Comprehensive Plan, concerning potential open space and trails for preservation, conservation, or acquisition by Ada County, or for which Ada County might facilitate preservation, conservation or acquisition by others.

      3.   To provide nonbinding advice to the Director or Board concerning the operation and administration of Ada County parks and waterways property.

      4.   To provide the Board and the Director with recommendations and proposed rules of use for Ada County parks and waterways property.

      5.   In the absence of the Director, the Parks, Open Space and Trails Advisory Board shall manage Ada County parks and waterways property for the Board.

      6.   To serve as a liaison between the Board and the residents of Ada County, including, but not limited to, the users and patrons of Ada County parks and waterways property, and open space and trails in unincorporated Ada County.

   B.   Membership: The Parks, Open Space and Trails Advisory Board shall be made up of seven (7) members, all of whom shall be Ada County residents. Each Parks, Open Space and Trails Advisory Board member shall serve at the pleasure of the Board. Members of the Parks, Open Space and Trails Advisory Board shall serve without compensation, but the Board shall reimburse their reasonable expenses.

   C.   Terms: Terms of appointment shall be for three (3) consecutive fiscal years commencing October 1 and ending September 30 of the third fiscal year; provided, however, that the initial appointments to the Parks, Open Space and Trails Advisory Board shall be three (3) appointments for one year terms, two (2) appointments for two (2) year terms and two (2) appointments for three (3) year terms.

   D.   Meetings: The Parks, Open Space and Trails Advisory Board or the Director or Board may schedule Parks, Open Space and Trails Advisory Board meetings by giving reasonable notice of the time and place of such meeting in accordance with the Open Meetings Act, Idaho Code section 74-201 et seq., as it may be amended from time to time. The Parks, Open Space and Trails Advisory Board shall adopt reasonable procedural rules not inconsistent with either this chapter or the provisions of any policy manual the Board or Director may adopt and elect such officers as it deems necessary. (Ord. 844, 7-21-2015; amd. Ord. 849, 2-2-2016)

The membership of the Parks, Open Space and Trails Advisory Board shall continue to be those members in office immediately preceding the enactment of this chapter. The terms of such members shall continue until their previously designated time. The enactment of this chapter shall have no affect on the business or membership of the Parks, Open Space and Trails Advisory Board. (Ord. 844, 7-21-2015; amd. Ord. 849, 2-2-2016)

This chapter shall be known as the PUBLIC SAFETY COMPLEX ORDINANCE, and is enacted for the purpose of regulating the operation of the Ada County Public Safety Complex and controlling the activities of the public within such areas and providing for penalties for the violation of the provisions of this chapter. (Ord. 745, 3-2-2010)

For the purposes of this chapter, the following terms, phrases and words shall have the meanings given herein. All other words contained in this chapter not specifically defined shall have their ordinary and customary meanings.

BOARD: The board of county commissioners of Ada County, Idaho.

PARK, PARKED OR PARKING: The condition of any vehicle stopped or left standing, whether attended or unattended.

PUBLIC SAFETY COMPLEX: The property owned by Ada County adjacent to Barrister Drive in Boise, Idaho.

VEHICLE: Every device in, upon or by which any person or property is or may be transported or drawn upon a public highway, excepting devices moved by human power or horsedrawn or used exclusively upon stationary rails or tracks. (Ord. 745, 3-2-2010)

   A.   Parking: It shall be unlawful for any person to park any vehicle on, or own any vehicle found to be parked on or in any area in any Ada County owned or leased property in violation of posted parking restrictions. It shall also be unlawful for any person to park any vehicle, or to own any vehicle found to be parked on, any area blocking an emergency exit, fire lane, or access point to a public parking area and/or public parking space.

   B.   Prohibited Activities: It shall be unlawful for any person to operate go-carts, remote controlled airplanes, windsurfing boards, skateboards, or engage in in-line hockey, skating, or driver's training on any Ada County owned or leased parking lots.

   C.   Motor Vehicle Code: The provisions of title 49, chapters 6, 7 and 8, Idaho Code, shall be applicable to motor vehicles in any area on all Ada County owned or leased property.

   D.   Speed Limit: The speed limit on all Ada County owned or leased property shall be ten (10) miles per hour unless specifically posted at a different speed.

   E.   Motorized Vehicles: All motorized and off road vehicles must stay on authorized established roadways. No motorized vehicles shall be permitted on any sidewalk, bike path, trail or area designated for use by pedestrians, bicyclists, and other wheeled activities moved solely by human power. Law enforcement personnel, emergency service providers, Ada County employees in the course of their employment, others authorized by the director, and persons operating a wheelchair, electric wheelchair, other handicapped vehicles or an electric personal assistive mobility device are exempt from this regulation.

   F.   Overnight Camping And Parking: Overnight camping and parking is prohibited on any Ada County owned or leased property except as permitted by the board for special group activities, festivals or holiday events.

   G.   Violation: Violation of this section is specifically designated herein as an infraction punishable by a one hundred dollar ($100.00) fine. Any vehicle found parked in violation of this chapter may be cited, and/or removed at the expense of the owner.

   H.   Enforcement And Penalties: It shall be the duty of the Ada County sheriff, or any deputy sheriff, to leave notice at or on any vehicle or other property parked in violation of this chapter. This notice shall bear the date and hour of leaving the same at or upon the vehicle. The notice shall instruct the owner or operator of the vehicle or property to report to the magistrate's division of the district court in regard to such violation. It shall be the duty of such sheriff or deputy sheriff to leave at or upon such vehicle a separate notice for each hour thereafter that such vehicle and/or property remains parked in violation of this chapter. In the event such owner or operator fails to report to the magistrate's division at the time provided in said notice, a warrant for the arrest of said person will be issued. In addition to the penalty assessed by the court for violation of this chapter, the owner or operator of any vehicle or other property shall be liable for any expense incurred by the county involving said vehicle to be towed away or otherwise removed. The owner or operator of any vehicle shall be liable for any and all other reasonable expenses for storage charged by the company removing said vehicle and causing said vehicle to be stored. (Ord. 745, 3-2-2010)

   A.   It shall be unlawful for any person to park any vehicle on, or own any vehicle found to be parked on, or to otherwise obstruct with such person's property, or own any property found to be obstructing any space reserved for the parking of the vehicles of the employees of the county of Ada, and which reserved parking space is located on real property owned by or leased to Ada County. Violation of this section shall constitute a misdemeanor. Also any vehicles so parked may be removed at the expense of the owner thereof.

   B.   This chapter shall not be construed to apply to the person for whom the parking space is reserved, or to anyone who parks or owns any vehicle which is parked on any reserved parking space with the consent of the person for whom said parking space is reserved. (Ord. 745, 3-2-2010)

   A.   To promote and protect the public health of the inhabitants of Ada County, it shall be a misdemeanor for any person to excrete human waste, except in designated restroom facilities, on any Ada County owned or leased property. For purposes of this subsection, the following definitions shall apply:

    EXCRETION: The discharge of human waste from the body, including the acts of defecation and urination.

   HUMAN WASTE: Human feces or human urine. (Ord. 745, 3-2-2010)

   A.   Solicitation Of Business, Demonstrations, Picketing, Distribution Of Material, Parade, Rally Prohibited:

      1.   No person may, or attempt to, for any purpose, solicit business, demonstrate, picket, distribute any material, parade, or rally in or on the property of the Public Safety Complex.

   B.   Loitering Prohibited:

      1.   No person may loiter in or on the property of the Public Safety Complex, unless providing goods or performing services under a contract entered into with Ada County. The term "loiter" means: a) entering without the purpose of conducting, or assisting in conducting, or accompanying someone conducting lawful business with a government agency in or on the property of the Public Safety Complex, or b) remaining in or on the property for an unreasonable amount of time after conducting lawful business with a government agency located in or on the Public Safety Complex.

   C.   Parking, Camping And Parking Lot Usage Regulations:

      1.   It shall be unlawful for any person to park any vehicle on, or own any vehicle found to be parked on or in any areas on the Public Safety Complex, including the parking lot in violation of posted parking restrictions. It shall also be unlawful for any person to park any vehicle or to own any vehicle found to be parked on any area blocking an emergency exit, fire lane, or access point to a public parking area and/or public parking space. It shall also be unlawful for any person to park any vehicle or to own any vehicle found to be parked on any Public Safety Complex property, including the parking lot, if the person is not then conducting business in the Public Safety Complex.

      2.   Overnight camping or parking is not permitted on any portion of the Public Safety Complex grounds and parking lots except as authorized in writing by the sheriff, police chief, or their designee.

      3.   No person shall knowingly enter the restricted areas of the Public Safety Complex or its adjacent property without authorization. It shall be a misdemeanor for any person to violate the provisions of any rule or regulation adopted by the sheriff and the board. All such rules will be conspicuously posted at each entrance to the Public Safety Complex. Crossing over or through a fence onto the Public Safety Complex shall be a violation regardless of signage.

   D.   Pet Policy:

      1.   Members of the public are prohibited from bringing pets onto the Public Safety Complex property, including parking lots, with the exception of disability related guide dogs and law enforcement K-9s. Dogs, which are permitted, must be on a leash. This section does not prohibit pets that are left in vehicles while the owner/caretaker is conducting lawful business at the Public Safety Complex. (Ord. 745, 3-2-2010)

Any person failing to comply with the provisions of this chapter shall be guilty of a misdemeanor, unless such offense is specifically designated herein as an infraction, and shall be subject to the penalties provided in Idaho Code sections 18-111 and 18-113. The above penalties shall in no way limit the rights of Ada County to file a civil claim against a violator to collect for damages to Ada County property. Any vehicle found parked in violation of this chapter may be cited, and/or removed at the expense of the owner. (Ord. 745, 3-2-2010)

This chapter shall be known as the BENJAMIN CAMPUS ORDINANCE, and is enacted for the purpose of regulating the operation of the Ada County Public Safety Complex and controlling the activities of the public within such areas and providing for penalties for the violation of the provisions of this chapter. (Ord. 745, 3-2-2010)

For the purposes of this chapter, the following terms, phrases and words shall have the meanings given herein. All other words contained in this chapter not specifically defined shall have their ordinary and customary meanings.

BENJAMIN CAMPUS: The property owned by Ada County adjacent to Benjamin Lane in Boise, Idaho.

BOARD: The board of county commissioners of Ada County, Idaho.

PARK, PARKED OR PARKING: The condition of any vehicle stopped or left standing, whether attended or unattended.

VEHICLE: Every device in, upon or by which any person or property is or may be transported or drawn upon a public highway, excepting devices moved by human power or horsedrawn or used exclusively upon stationary rails or tracks. (Ord. 745, 3-2-2010)

   A.   Parking: It shall be unlawful for any person to park any vehicle on, or own any vehicle found to be parked on or in any area in any Ada County owned or leased property in violation of posted parking restrictions. It shall also be unlawful for any person to park any vehicle, or to own any vehicle found to be parked on, any area blocking an emergency exit, fire lane, or access point to a public parking area and/or public parking space.

   B.   Prohibited Activities: It shall be unlawful for any person to operate go-carts, remote controlled airplanes, windsurfing boards, skateboards, or engage in in-line hockey, skating, or driver's training on any Ada County owned or leased parking lots.

   C.   Motor Vehicle Code: The provisions of title 49, chapters 6, 7 and 8, Idaho Code, shall be applicable to motor vehicles in any area on all Ada County owned or leased property.

   D.   Speed Limit: The speed limit on all Ada County owned or leased property shall be ten (10) miles per hour unless specifically posted at a different speed.

   E.   Motorized Vehicles: All motorized and off road vehicles must stay on authorized established roadways. No motorized vehicles shall be permitted on any sidewalk, bike path, trail or area designated for use by pedestrians, bicyclists, and other wheeled activities moved solely by human power. Law enforcement personnel, emergency service providers, Ada County employees in the course of their employment, others authorized by the director, and persons operating a wheelchair, electric wheelchair, other handicapped vehicles or an electric personal assistive mobility device are exempt from this regulation.

   F.   Overnight Camping And Parking: Overnight camping and parking is prohibited on any Ada County owned or leased property except as permitted by the board for special group activities, festivals or holiday events.

   G.   Violation: Violation of this section is specifically designated herein as an infraction punishable by a one hundred dollar ($100.00) fine. Any vehicle found parked in violation of this chapter may be cited, and/or removed at the expense of the owner.

   H.   Enforcement And Penalties: It shall be the duty of the sheriff of Ada County, or any deputy sheriff, to leave notice at or on any vehicle or other property parked in violation of this chapter. This notice shall bear the date and hour of leaving the same at or upon the vehicle. The notice shall instruct the owner or operator of the vehicle or property to report to the magistrate's division of the district court in regard to such violation. It shall be the duty of such sheriff or deputy sheriff to leave at or upon such vehicle a separate notice for each hour thereafter that such vehicle and/or property remains parked in violation of this chapter. In the event such owner or operator fails to report to the magistrate's division at the time provided in said notice, a warrant for the arrest of said person will be issued. In addition to the penalty assessed by the court for violation of this chapter, the owner or operator of any vehicle or other property shall be liable for any expense incurred by the county involving said vehicle to be towed away or otherwise removed. The owner or operator of any vehicle shall be liable for any and all other reasonable expenses for storage charged by the company removing said vehicle and causing said vehicle to be stored. (Ord. 745, 3-2-2010)

   A.   It shall be unlawful for any person to park any vehicle on, or own any vehicle found to be parked on, or to otherwise obstruct with such person's property, or own any property found to be obstructing any space reserved for the parking of the vehicles of the employees of the county of Ada, and which reserved parking space is located on real property owned by or leased to Ada County. Violation of this section shall constitute a misdemeanor. Also any vehicles so parked may be removed at the expense of the owner thereof.

   B.   This chapter shall not be construed to apply to the person for whom the parking space is reserved, or to anyone who parks or owns any vehicle which is parked on any reserved parking space with the consent of the person for whom said parking space is reserved. (Ord. 745, 3-2-2010)

   A.   To promote and protect the public health of the inhabitants of Ada County, it shall be a misdemeanor for any person to excrete human waste, except in designated restroom facilities, on any Ada County owned or leased property. For purposes of this subsection, the following definitions shall apply:

    EXCRETION: The discharge of human waste from the body, including the acts of defecation and urination.

   HUMAN WASTE: Human feces or human urine. (Ord. 745, 3-2-2010)

Any person failing to comply with the provisions of this chapter shall be guilty of a misdemeanor, unless such offense is specifically designated herein as an infraction, and shall be subject to the penalties provided in Idaho Code sections 18-111 and 18-113. The above penalties shall in no way limit the rights of Ada County to file a civil claim against a violator to collect for damages to Ada County property. (Ord. 745, 3-2-2010)

This chapter is adopted to approve creation of that portion of the Meridian urban renewal area lying outside the corporate boundaries of the city of Meridian and within the Meridian area of city impact as more fully appears from reference to ordinance 02-987 adopted by the city council of the city of Meridian on December 3, 2002; to transfer power as provided in Idaho Code section 50-2906; and to detail the roles, responsibilities and duties of the city of Meridian, the county of Ada, and the Meridian urban renewal agency. (Ord. 502, 4-8-2003)

The findings of the city council of the city of Meridian adopted December 3, 2002, in ordinance 02-987 are hereby adopted by the board of Ada County commissioners. (Ord. 502, 4-8-2003)

The proceeds of revenue allocation from areas lying within the boundaries of the Meridian urban renewal area shall be devoted to the statutory purposes as authorized in the Meridian revitalization plan. (Ord. 502, 4-8-2003)

The intergovernmental agreement for roles and responsibilities under chapter 162, Idaho session laws 2000 (house bill 581), Idaho Code section 50-2906 (the "agreement") is hereby approved and the chairman of the board of Ada County commissioners is hereby authorized to execute the same, and to execute any further documents necessary to carry out the intent of the board of Ada County commissioners as expressed in this chapter and in the agreement. (Ord. 502, 4-8-2003)

This chapter shall be known as the EXPO IDAHO FACILITIES ORDINANCE, and is enacted for the purpose of regulating the operation of Expo Idaho and controlling the activities of the public within such area and providing for penalties for the violation of the provisions of this chapter. (Ord. 854, 4-5-2016)

For the purposes of this chapter, the following terms, phrases and words shall have the meanings given herein. All other words contained in this chapter not specifically defined shall have their ordinary and customary meanings.

BOARD: The board of county commissioners of Ada County, Idaho.

DIRECTOR: The director, if any, of Expo Idaho appointed by the board.

EXPO IDAHO: The facilities that appear in that certain record of survey recorded in the office of the Ada County recorder, book G of surveys, page 1612, instrument no. 9009958, on February 27, 1990. Also included as part of the Expo Idaho facilities is Ladybird Park.

EXPO IDAHO ADVISORY BOARD: The Expo Idaho advisory board appointed by the board as authorized in this chapter.

FAIR: The annual Western Idaho Fair held on the Expo Idaho facilities.

LIVESTOCK: Poultry or other birds, horses, cattle, dairy cattle, swine, sheep, llamas, goats, or other grazing animals.

PARK, PARKED OR PARKING: The condition of any vehicle stopped or left standing, whether attended or unattended.

VEHICLE: Every device in, upon or by which any person or property is or may be transported or drawn upon a public highway, excepting devices moved by human power or horsedrawn or used exclusively upon stationary rails or tracks. (Ord. 854, 4-5-2016)

   A.   Establishment And Purpose: The Expo Idaho advisory board's purpose shall be to provide nonbinding advice to the director or board concerning the operation and administration of the fair and the use of the Expo Idaho facilities and grounds when the fair is not in session. In the absence of the director, the Expo Idaho advisory board shall manage the fair and facilities of Expo Idaho for the board. The members of the Expo Idaho advisory board shall also serve as a liaison between the county and the residents of the county and users and patrons of the fair and Expo Idaho facilities, communicate the concerns of users and residents of the county to the director and board, and when appropriate, communicate county policy to residents of the county and to users of the fair and Expo Idaho facilities.

   B.   Membership: The Expo Idaho advisory board shall have seven (7) members. The board, in its sole discretion, may appoint seven (7) members who are residents of Ada County or may appoint six (6) members who are residents of Ada County and appoint one (1) at-large member who represents the greater Treasure Valley. Each Expo Idaho advisory board member shall serve at the pleasure of the board. Members of the Expo Idaho advisory board shall serve without compensation, but their reasonable expenses shall be reimbursed by the board.

The membership of the Expo Idaho advisory board shall continue to be those members in office immediately preceding the enactment of this chapter. The terms of such members shall continue until their previously designated time. The enactment of this chapter shall have no effect on the business or membership of the Expo Idaho advisory board. (Ord. 854, 4-5-2016)

   A.   Authority Of Ada County Sheriff: The Ada County sheriff, or his authorized deputies, has the sole authority for and the duty to enforce penal and regulatory laws adopted herein for the protection of Expo Idaho against damage and for the preservation of the public peace therein.

   B.   Limitation On Liability: Ada County, its agents or employees, is not responsible for damages to, or the theft of, personal property within the boundaries of Expo Idaho.

   C.   Authority Conferrable On Employees: The director may authorize any employee of Expo Idaho to exercise any power granted to, or perform any duty imposed upon, the director.

   D.   Limit Or Deny Access: The director shall have the authority to limit or deny access to any area covered by this chapter whenever it has reached its designed capacity.

   E.   Closed Areas: The director may declare any section or part of any Expo Idaho areas as closed to the public either entirely or for certain uses, at any time and for any interval of time, either temporarily or at regularly and stated intervals (daily or otherwise). (Ord. 854, 4-5-2016)

   A.   Pets: Pets are not permitted on the Expo Idaho facilities (including Ladybird Park), except at permitted events and as posted. Pets that are permitted must be on leash.

   B.   Removal Of Fecal Matter: No person owning or having care, custody, possession or control of a pet within Expo Idaho shall:

      1.   Fail to have in his/her possession the equipment necessary to remove his/her pet's fecal matter when accompanied by said pet in Expo Idaho; or

      2.   Fail to remove the fecal matter deposited by his/her pet in Expo Idaho before leaving the immediate area where the fecal matter was deposited.

   C.   Violations: Violations of subsections A and B of this section are infractions and are each punishable by a one hundred dollar ($100.00) fine. (Ord. 854, 4-5-2016)

   A.   Fires: All fires shall be restricted to culinary purposes in gas and charcoal grills. Upon prior special approval of the director, other fires may be permitted in other areas of Expo Idaho for educational, interpretive or other special programming. All other fires are prohibited. All permitted fires must be kept under control at all times and must be extinguished before leaving the immediate site where the fire is located, or whenever the site is left unattended. Some or all of Expo Idaho may be closed to all fires during extreme fire danger at the discretion of the director.

   B.   Fireworks: No person shall possess or use fireworks of any kind within Expo Idaho without a permit granted by the board under title 5, chapter 6 of this code.

   C.   Personal Safety, Weapons Or Firearms: Except upon prior special approval by the director, no person, except for authorized law enforcement personnel, shall discharge firearms, pneumatic weapons, air rifles, spring guns, bows and arrows, slings, or any other form of weapon. Any permitted discharge shall not purposefully or negligently endanger, damage or injure the property or the life of any person or animal within Expo Idaho. (Ord. 854, 4-5-2016)

   A.   Public Property: The destruction, injury, defacement, removal or disturbance of any public building, sign, equipment, monument, statue, marker or any other structure, or of any tree, flower, vegetation or any other public property of any kind which is located in Expo Idaho is prohibited. No person shall use Expo Idaho for access to adjoining or nearby privately owned property for any purpose, or to construct or install any facility or improvement upon, over or beneath any Expo Idaho without the written consent of the board or the director.

   B.   Glass Containers: No glass beverage containers are permitted except upon prior approval of the director in any structure or buildings at Expo Idaho.

   C.   Littering: All refuse or garbage must be placed in proper trash receptacles. Littering in Expo Idaho is prohibited.

   D.   Protection Of Wildlife: Expo Idaho is a sanctuary for wildlife of every sort and all molesting, injuring or killing of any wild birds or animals is strictly prohibited.

   E.   Control Of Speed: Users of the greenbelt and bike paths within Expo Idaho are expected to act responsibly and courteously and not to exceed a safe and prudent speed. It is prohibited for cyclists, scooter riders, and skaters to use the greenbelt or bike paths at such a speed as to endanger or injure other users.

   F.   Ski Poles And Push Poles: The use of ski poles, push poles, or other such similar equipment on the greenbelt or bike paths in Expo Idaho is prohibited, except that such ski pole usage shall be permitted by cross country skiers when sufficient snow is present such that pole usage will not cause damage to the greenbelt or bike paths.

   G.   Public Health: It shall be a misdemeanor for any person to excrete human waste, except in designated restroom facilities, in Expo Idaho. For purposes of this subsection, the following definitions shall apply:

    EXCRETE: The discharge of human waste from the body, including the acts of defecation and urination.

   HUMAN WASTE: Human feces or human urine.

   H.   Aircraft Restrictions: No person shall operate, land or take off in a balloon, plane or other aircraft from Expo Idaho without a written agreement with Ada County that authorizes such activity except in an emergency or as specifically permitted by other federal or state law.

   I.   Infractions: Violations of subsections B, C, E, F, and H of this section are each infractions and are each punishable by a one hundred dollar ($100.00) fine. (Ord. 854, 4-5-2016)

   A.   Advertisements: Within Expo Idaho public notices, public announcements, advertisements or other printed matter shall only be posted or distributed in a special area approved by the director. All advertising space is the exclusive property of Ada County. No signs, banners, or printed material will be permitted without prior approval of the director.

   B.   Authorized Operations: No person shall operate any concession, business or enterprise in Expo Idaho without prior written authorization from the director or the board.

   C.   Solicitation:

      1.   For the safety of the public, to control traffic flow, crowd control, and to avoid littering, no signature gathering or other public forum activities shall take place in the parking lots or pedestrian gate entry areas of Expo Idaho. All such activities shall take place in the areas and manner as described below.

      2.   During the course of any function or event conducted by Expo Idaho, it shall be unlawful for any person, corporation, partnership, association, organization, group, or entity to solicit money or to solicit, sell, or distribute any merchandise or printed written material or gather signatures except under license issued by the Board or the Director and except from a location and in a manner specifically fixed and designated by either the Board or the Director. Space shall be available on a first come, first served basis to nonprofit, charitable and commercial enterprises or entities alike.

      3.   Applications for the following year's fair will be accepted no sooner than eight o'clock (8:00) A.M. of the last day of the current year's fair. Licensees must agree to abide by both the rules pertaining to exhibitors and concessionaires and the exhibitor privilege contract. One location shall also be made available for such activities at Les Bois Park.

      4.   For any events held at Expo Idaho not sponsored by Ada County, two (2) areas will be set aside for signature gathering or other public forum activities. Those areas are in front of the fountain stage and an area in front of the grandstand entrance to Les Bois Park. In the event that either of these areas are being rented or leased by exhibitors as part of their activities, the Director will locate two (2) other areas approximately ten feet by ten feet (10' x 10') near exhibition buildings or fairground open areas, provided such locations do not impede ingress and egress to exhibition areas. Such areas shall be available on a first come, first served basis upon application to the Board or Director. (Ord. 854, 4-5-2016)

   A.   Open Flames, Smoking Or Other Ignition Devices In Certain Areas Of Expo Idaho Prohibited: It shall be unlawful for any person to smoke cigarettes, cigars, or pipes, or in any way strike or use matches, cigarette lighters, candles or other devices with an open flame within fifty feet (50') of any shed, stall, barn, or other building in which horses or other livestock are housed, or hay or other grains or feeds are stored upon the Expo Idaho facilities.

   B.   Alcohol: All alcohol consumption is prohibited in or on parking lots, sidewalks, paths, restrooms and roads in Expo Idaho. No liquor, beer, or wine, as defined in Idaho Code sections 23-902(8), 23-1001(a) and 23-1303(a), as may be amended from time to time, may be brought to or served at any portion of Expo Idaho (excluding Ladybird Park) without a contract with Ada County expressly allowing for such possession or service. Furthermore, no liquor, beer or wine, as defined in Idaho Code sections 23-902(8), 23-1001(a) and 23-1303(a), as may be amended from time to time, may be brought to or served in any other portion of an Expo Idaho area which has been leased for a private function or event. This subsection does not apply to the portions of Expo Idaho that are leased to Hawks Memorial Stadium, the area leased to the recreational vehicle park, and Les Bois Park facility.

   C.   Consumption Of Alcoholic Beverages Prohibited In Certain Areas Of Les Bois Park: It shall be unlawful for any person to consume or have in his or her possession any open container of alcoholic liquor or beer as defined in Idaho Code within fifty feet (50') of any shed, stall, barn or training area where horses are otherwise housed or present upon the Les Bois Park portion of the Expo Idaho facilities. (Ord. 854, 4-5-2016)

   A.   Purpose; Application; Prohibited Acts: This section shall apply to and is intended to ensure a safe and peaceful operation of Expo Idaho. No person shall:

      1.   Harm, frighten, chase, tease, annoy or throw objects at an animal or release any animal from captivity or open any fence or gate containing or restricting the movement of animals.

      2.   Engage in any unlawful conduct or criminal activity or in any way commit a violation or breach of the peace, as defined by Idaho Code and/or this Code.

      3.   Endanger the safety or health of any person by prohibiting the normal flow of and movement of pedestrians through the grounds and by blocking entryways, pathways, and attractions so that other people may not freely pass.

   B.   Ejectment: An Idaho law enforcement officer, the Director and/or his duly authorized representative, shall have the authority to eject from Expo Idaho any person acting in violation of this section. Any person ejected from Expo Idaho shall leave promptly and peaceably and shall not return for any reason on the same calendar day of his/her ejectment. (Ord. 854, 4-5-2016; amd. Ord. 859, 1-24-2017)

   A.   Parking: It shall be unlawful for any person to park any vehicle on, or own any vehicle found to be parked on or in any area in Expo Idaho in violation of posted parking restrictions. It shall also be unlawful for any person to park any vehicle, or to own any vehicle found to be parked on, any area blocking an emergency exit, fire lane, or access point to a public parking area and/or public parking space.

   B.   Prohibited Activities: It shall be unlawful for any person to operate go-carts, remote controlled airplanes, windsurfing boards, skateboards, or engage in in-line hockey, skating, or driver's training on Expo Idaho parking lots.

   C.   Motor Vehicle Code: The provisions of title 49, chapters 6, 7 and 8, Idaho Code, shall be applicable to motor vehicles in any area of Expo Idaho.

   D.   Speed Limit: The speed limit in all Expo Idaho areas shall be ten (10) miles per hour unless specifically posted at a different speed.

   E.   Motorized Vehicles: All motorized and off road vehicles must stay on authorized established roadways. No motorized vehicles shall be permitted on any sidewalk, bike path, trail or area designated for use by pedestrians, bicyclists, and other wheeled activities moved solely by human power. Law enforcement personnel, emergency service providers, Ada County employees in the course of their employment, others authorized by the Director, and persons operating a wheelchair, electric wheelchair, other handicapped vehicles or an electric personal assistive mobility device are exempt from this regulation.

   F.   Overnight Camping And Parking: Overnight camping and parking is prohibited in Expo Idaho except as permitted by the Director or the Board for special group activities, festivals or holiday events.

   G.   Violation: Violation of this section is specifically designated herein as an infraction punishable by a one hundred dollar ($100.00) fine. Any vehicle found parked in violation of this chapter may be cited and/or removed at the expense of the owner.

   H.   Enforcement And Penalties: It shall be the duty of the Ada County Sheriff, or any Deputy Sheriff, to leave notice at or on any vehicle or other property parked in violation of this chapter. This notice shall bear the date and hour of leaving the same at or upon the vehicle. The notice shall instruct the owner or operator of the vehicle or property to report to the Magistrate's Division of the District Court in regard to such violation. It shall be the duty of such Sheriff or Deputy Sheriff to leave at or upon such vehicle a separate notice for each hour thereafter that such vehicle and/or property remains parked in violation of this chapter. In the event such owner or operator fails to report to the Magistrate's Division at the time provided in said notice, a warrant for the arrest of said person will be issued. In addition to the penalty assessed by the Court for violation of this chapter, the owner or operator of any vehicle or other property shall be liable for any expense incurred by the County involving said vehicle to be towed away or otherwise removed. The owner or operator of any vehicle shall be liable for any and all other reasonable expenses for storage charged by the company removing said vehicle and causing said vehicle to be stored. (Ord. 854, 4-5-2016)

Except where this chapter specifies another penalty for a violation of this chapter, a person, firm, or corporation violating any provision of this chapter shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction shall be punishable as provided in Idaho Code, section 18-113 as it may be from time to time amended and/or retitled. Each violation shall constitute a separate offense. (Ord. 854, 4-5-2016)

This chapter shall be known as the Ada County Open Space and Conservation Area Ordinance, and is adopted for the purpose of providing a standardized system for designating Ada County owned land as open space and/or a conservation area as well as providing a system for removing such designation from the land.

The Board of County Commissioners deems public input important regarding designations and considers all comments, as part of its overall determination of whether to place a designation on County owned land and conversely whether to remove the designation of open space and/or a conservation area. (Ord. 915, 10-20-2020)

 

 

Designation of County owned land as open space and/or as a conservation area shall be by Board of County Commissioners' resolution. Such resolution shall specify the reasons why the County owned land is being designated, shall be specific regarding the designation, and shall also specify the uses that are to be allowed on the land.

Prior to designating the land as open space and/or a conservation area by resolution, the Board shall determine the time and place for deliberation regarding the designation. Fifteen (15) days prior to the hearing regarding the designation, the Board shall post a public notice on the land of the hearing time, date and location. Fifteen (15) days prior to hearing, the time, date and location shall also be published in the newspaper, on the Board's website and through public service announcements. A copy of the proposed resolution shall be made available on the Board's website for review fifteen days prior to the hearing.

If a resolution is adopted by the Board, such designation shall govern the management of the County owned land until such time as the resolution is replaced. (Ord. 915, 10-20-2020)

A Board of County Commissioners' designation of County owned land as open space and/or as a conservation area does not preclude the land from being used for other purposes, such as active or passive recreation. It does preclude development on the land. It shall be the responsibility of the Director of Ada County Parks and Waterways to manage the designated land in accordance with any legal restrictions that exist on the land as well as well as to manage in accordance with applicable ordinances. (Ord. 915, 10-20-2020)

Removal of the designation of County owned land as open space and/or as a conservation area shall be by Board of County Commissioners' resolution. Such resolution shall specify the reasons why the land is no longer being designated.

The Board shall determine the time and place for deliberation of a resolution regarding removal of the designation. Fifteen (15) days prior to the hearing regarding removal of the designation, the Board shall post a public notice on the County owned land of the hearing time, date and location. Fifteen (15) days prior to hearing, the time, date and location shall also be published in the newspaper, on the Board's website and through public service announcements. The proposed resolution shall be made available for public review on the Board's website fifteen days prior to the hearing. (Ord. 915, 10-20-2020)

County owned land that has been designated by Board of County Commissioners' resolution as open space and/or a conservation area shall not be sold until the Board replaces such designation by resolution. (Ord. 915, 10-20-2020)

This chapter shall be known as the ADA COUNTY LANDFILL ORDINANCE and is enacted for the purpose of regulating operation of the Ada County Landfill and controlling the activities of the public within such areas and providing penalties for the violation of the provisions of this chapter. (Ord. 966, 12-26-2023)

For the purposes of this chapter, the following terms, phrases, and words shall have the meanings given herein. All other words contained in this chapter not specifically defined shall have their ordinary and customary meanings.

 

   A.   Limitation On Liability: Ada County, and its agents or employees, are not responsible for damages to, or the theft of, personal property within the boundaries of the Ada County Landfill.

   B.   Authority Conferrable On Employees: The Director may authorize any employee of the Department to exercise any power granted to, or perform any duty imposed upon, the Director.

   C.   Limit Or Deny Access: The Director shall have the authority to limit or deny access to any area covered by this chapter and may declare any section or part of the Ada County Landfill as closed to the public entirely or for certain uses, at any time and for any interval of time. (Ord. 966, 12-26-2023)

   A.   Parking: It shall be unlawful for any person to park any vehicle on, or own any vehicle found to be parked on or in any area on Ada County Landfill property in violation of posted parking restrictions. It shall also be unlawful for any person to park any vehicle, or to own any vehicle found to be parked on, any area blocking an emergency exit, fire lane, or access point to a public parking area and/or public parking space.

   B.   Motor Vehicle Code: The provisions of title 49, chapters 6, 7 and 8, Idaho Code, shall be applicable to motor vehicles in any area on the Ada County Landfill property.

   C.   Speed Limit: The speed limit on all Ada County Landfill property shall be ten (10) miles per hour unless otherwise specifically posted at a different speed.

   D.   Motorized Vehicles: All motorized and off-road vehicles must stay on authorized, established roadways at the Ada County Landfill. Law enforcement personnel, emergency service providers, Ada County employees in the course of their employment, and others (including contractors) authorized by the Director, and persons operating a wheelchair, electric wheelchair, other handicapped vehicles or an electric personal assistive mobility device are exempt from this regulation.

   E.   Overnight Camping And Parking: Overnight camping and parking is prohibited on Ada County Landfill property except as specifically permitted by the Director or the Board.

   F.   Penalties: Violation of this section 2-8-4 is an infraction, and each such violation is punishable by a fine of one hundred dollars ($100.00). Any vehicle parked in violation of this section may be cited and/or removed at the expense of the owner. (Ord. 966, 12-26-2023)

   A.   No person shall drive or move any vehicle with any load on a roadway on the Ada County Landfill property unless such load is covered, constructed, or loaded so as to prevent any of its load from dropping, sifting, leaking, or otherwise escaping from the vehicle.

   B.   No person shall operate any vehicle with any load on any roadway on the Ada County Landfill property unless the load and its covering are securely fastened to prevent the covering or load from becoming loose, detached, or a hazard to other users of the roadway.

   C.   Exceptions: This section shall not apply to a County employee or contractor dropping sand, gravel, or ice melt to enhance traction, or sprinkling water or other substances to clean or maintain a roadway. Nor does this section apply to County employees or contractors performing construction or other activities at the Ada County Landfill under the authority and/or direction of the Director or the Board.

   D.   Penalties: A person who violates the provisions of this section 2-8-5 shall be guilty of an infraction and be subject to a fine of fifty dollars ($50.00). For each subsequent violation of this chapter, the fine shall be increased by twenty-five dollars ($25.00) but shall not exceed one hundred dollars ($100.00). (Ord. 966, 12-26-2023)

   A.   Public Property: The destruction, injury, defacement, removal or disturbance of any public building, sign, equipment, monument, statue, marker or any other structure or any other public property of any kind which is located at the Ada County Landfill is prohibited. No person shall use the Ada County Landfill property for access to adjoining or nearby privately owned property for any purpose, or to construct or install any facility or improvement upon, over or beneath any Ada County Landfill property without the consent of the Board.

   B.   Protection Of Wildlife: It shall be unlawful for any person within the Ada County Landfill to hunt, molest, chase, injure, harm, or kill any animal or bird. This provision does not apply to depredation efforts undertaken at the direction of the Director or the Board under a duly authorized permit.

   C.   Public Health: To promote and protect the public health of the inhabitants of Ada County, it shall be unlawful for any person to excrete human waste, except in designated restroom facilities, on Ada County Landfill property.

   D.   Wheeled Devices: No person shall ride or operate a skateboard, roller skates, scooter, in-line skates, bicycle or other wheeled recreation equipment on any roadway, trail, concrete sidewalk, curbing, parking lot, hand railing or other structure or surface at the Ada County Landfill unless done in designated areas where such wheeled devices are permitted or as expressly permitted by the Director.

   E.   Aircraft Restrictions: No person shall operate, land, or take off in a balloon, plane or other aircraft, manned or unmanned, on or above Ada County Landfill property without written consent from Ada County that authorizes such activity, except in an emergency or as otherwise specifically permitted by federal or state law.

   F.   Penalties: Violation of subsections D and E of this section 2-8-6 is an infraction, and each such violation is punishable by a fine of one hundred dollars ($100.00). (Ord. 966, 12-26-2023)

   A.   Solicitation Of Business, Demonstrations, Picketing, Distribution Of Material, Parade, Rally Prohibited: No person may, or attempt to, for any purpose, solicit business, demonstrate, picket, distribute any material, parade, or rally in or on the Ada County Landfill property.

   B.   Loitering Prohibited: No person may loiter in or on the Ada County Landfill property, unless providing goods or performing services under a contract with Ada County.

   C.   Pet Policy: Members of the public are prohibited from bringing pets onto the Ada County Landfill property, with the exception of disability related service dogs and law enforcement K-9s. Dogs, which are allowed, must be on a leash. This section does not prohibit pets that are left in vehicles while the owner/caretaker is conducting lawful business at the Ada County Landfill.

   D.   Penalties: Violation of this section 2-8-7 is an infraction, and each such violation is punishable by a fine of one hundred dollars ($100.00). (Ord. 966, 12-26-2023)

   A.   Open Flames, Smoking Or Other Ignition Devices Prohibited: It shall be unlawful for any person to smoke cigarettes, electronic cigarettes, cigars, or pipes, or in any way strike or use matches, cigarette lighters, candles, or other devices with an open flame within the Ada County Landfill.

   B.   Alcohol: It shall be unlawful for any person to consume or have in his or her possession any open container of alcoholic liquor, beer, or wine, as defined in Idaho Code, within the Ada County Landfill. (Ord. 966, 12-26-2023)

   A.   Fires: All fires are prohibited on Ada County Landfill property except fires for culinary purposes in gas, electric or charcoal grills with prior special approval of the Director.

   B.   Fireworks: No person shall possess or use fireworks of any kind within the Ada County Landfill.

   C.   Personal Safety, Weapons Or Firearms: Except upon prior special approval by the Director, no person, except for authorized law enforcement personnel, shall discharge firearms, pneumatic weapons, air rifles, spring guns, bows and arrows, slings, or any other form of weapon. Any permitted discharge shall not purposefully or negligently endanger, damage, or injure the property or the life of any person or animal within the Ada County Landfill. This provision does not apply to depredation efforts undertaken at the direction of the Director or the Board under a duly authorized permit. (Ord. 966, 12-26-2023)

Any person, firm or entity failing to comply with sections 2-8-4 through 2-8-9 of this chapter shall be guilty of a misdemeanor, unless such offense is specifically designated herein as an infraction and shall be subject to penalties and punishment as provided in Idaho Code, sections 18-111 and 18-113. Each such violation shall constitute a separate offense. The above penalties shall in no way limit the rights of Ada County to file a civil claim against a violator to collect for damages to Ada County property. (Ord. 966, 12-26-2023)