March 31, 2023

March 31, 2023 – The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

A lot happened this week. HB 71 and 314, SJR 101, and the Ada County Commission’s vote – let’s dig in. HB71 Unfortunately, it’s not all good news this week. HB 71 has passed, and is now awaiting the governor’s signature to become law.  This bill criminalizes all kinds of care for trans youth in Idaho. It is a bill …

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March 23, 2023

March 23, 2023 – Share your library story

Hey Ada Dems, To me, this week feels like a lot of waiting. Waiting on the news from HB71 in the legislature, and many other horrible bills like it. Waiting on the news from the Ada County Commission about the fate of the Meridian Library District. While we wait, I wanted to make sure you all know about the myriad …

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March 16, 2023

March 16, 2023 – Update on the Meridian Library

Meridian Library Hearing Update On Monday, March 20th, there’s a hearing set by the Ada County Commissioners about the petition to dissolve the Meridian Library District.  At this point, it’s anyone’s guess how the Ada County Commissioners are going to respond. They might decide to allow the petition, and put the dissolution of the Meridian Library District on the ballot. …

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March 3, 2023

March 3, 2023 – Local Libraries & Upcoming

Hello Ada Dems, As always, things are moving pretty fast here in Ada County. Lots to catch up on, so here are a few highlights we’ve picked out for you this week! Meridian Library Hearing The Ada County Commissioners have set a hearing date for the petition to dissolve the Meridian Library District. The date is set for March 20th …

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