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Kuna Has Doubled In One Year?

July 19th, 2007 categories: Community Events, Real Estate News, Some Of My Favorite Things

Kuna staged for more growth

This is one of the recent headlines published by the Associated Press

Citing statistics that acreage annexed into the city limits has doubled the size of the city,from 3000 to 7000 acres, and expected to continue it’s growth.

This, of course brings developers who what to hook up to city services and turn farmland into subdivisions.

What was really happening was a land grab. Meridian was closing in from the North and Boise from the east. The mayor thought it wise to capture that land and the money it would eventually bring.

Our populations has not doubled in one year. It probably will, eventually. We need to moderate and plan for that growth so we can anticipate problems before they arise.

We don’t even have a Walmart yet! Just got our first electric stop lights last year. I can say that most people in Kuna what to keep the small town atmosphere and feeling in Kuna. Quite a tall order for the next mayor.

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Snapshot Of Kuna

July 11th, 2007 categories: Community Events, Down to Earth Information

        The Jackson Report

There is a great video of Kuna on the web site for The Jackson Report that really shows a visitor a little about Kuna.  I think it’s creator, Gail Jackson , did a wonderful job of capturing the feel of Kuna.  I’ve added this web page to my links.  This publication will contain short insights into the realtors at the Jackson Group, comments of community events, public opinion, brain teasers and even some real estate related news.  Enjoy

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Don’t Let Your Water Fun On Indian Creek Turn Deadly This Summer

July 9th, 2007 categories: Community Events, Down to Earth Information

Once again some innocent people with a child in tow, came crawling out of Indian Creek obviously shaken.  It happened to my family so I know the fear this float can cause is more that “ferris wheel” fun!

Please be aware! You are taking your life in your own hands if you float Indian Creek without proper equipment.

There are experienced kayakers and rafters that get in the creek at the City park and get out at Crimson Point or Black Cat and they have quite a great time.  But they are experienced!   And they have life jackets and proper water craft. 

The problem lies in the fact that the creek widens out in the city and looks like quite a docile, swift cool stream to float with a tube and a drink in one hand. But after a few turns it leaves the view of the road and this creek turns into a raging, almost continuous rapid with very high canyon walls and no place to bail. 

This creek belongs to the irrigation district and is not the responsibility of the City of Kuna, hence no signs of warning along the creek and really no place in town to get that information. When we talked to some fellow floaters, they hinted that it was kind rough, but did not feel obligated to warn us of the possible consequences.   

My suggestion is to get in at the Strobel Road and get out at the City Park for a swift float that avoids the dangers of the rapids and canyons. Of course you should wear a life jacket especially if you are a child or not a strong swimmer. 

 

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What I Didn’t Like About The Boise Fireworks

July 5th, 2007 categories: Community Events, Down to Earth Information

Boise’s fireworks were great, considering they haven’t had a fireworks show in four years.  And the whole city turned out to enjoy the festive occasion.  But I just couldn’t compare them to the show put on in Melba or the fireworks display during the Kuna Days festival in August.

And it’s not the fireworks that make the difference.

It’s the crowd. Maybe being closer and having the spectators all together in one spot is what makes the difference. Maybe there isn’t as much fear of being weird or out of place. When the booms go off in Kuna or Melba, everyone is into it. The masses sway and connect with the music. Loud outbursts of approval with cheers and claps reward the best fireworks. And when the smoke clears from the last finale, the people are still there absorbing that magical moment. There even seems to be a little reluctance to leave the park, in no big rush to beat the crowd, but lingering to talk with another neighbor. 

Big cities have their perks, but in my opinion, nothing beats the atmosphere and friendliness of a small town.   

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Don’t Miss This Great Display At The Boise Zoo

June 30th, 2007 categories: Community Events

This is one great thing about living close to Boise. Fun, easy to get to, and not always expensive things to do on the weekends. This one sounds very interesting especially for the kids. A Butterfly exhibit at the Boise Zoo. Read the details at butterfly exhibit

What a great way to spend a Sun afternoon, be sure to bring a picnic basket! And bring some comfortable shoes to stroll along the greenbelt and be sure to smell the roses while you are there.

Have a safe and great holiday weekend.

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Tags: Boise, Butterflies, Zoo

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