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| Bogus Creek Outfitters Visit |
208-336-3130 |
| A real western adventure, these outfitters
feature horseback riding and wagon rides with chuck wagon
meals. |
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| Boise Greenbelt Visit |
208-384-4240 |
| On their unique trail system connecting
the city's network of parks, you can jog, skate, cycle,
or walk along more than 25 miles of paved pathways following
the Boise River through the heart of the city. |
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| Basque Museum and Cultural Center |
208-343-2671 |
| Exhibits feature Basque traditions, artifacts
and culture. Next door, an original Basque boarding house
brings to life the history of Basques in Idaho |
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| Boise Depot |
208-384-4014 |
| This stately structure was built by Union
Pacific Railroad in 1925 during the glory years of rail
transport. Immersed in the beauty of the Platt Gardens,
the Depot offers a wonderful view of Boise's downtown
backed by scenic foothills. |
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| Boise River |
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| Cast a fly or lure in the Boise River as
it runs through the heart of town. In the summer enjoy
a cooling float from Barber Park to Ann Morrison Park. |
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| Boise River Tours |
208-333-0003 |
| Educational and recreational river rafting.
Tours are available June through September. |
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| Discovery Center of Idaho |
208-343-9895 |
| With over 150 hands-on scientific exhibits
to explore, experience, and enjoy, this museum makes
learning fun for the whole family. Located in Julia Davis
Park. |
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| Downtown Boise |
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| Historic buildings in the downtown area
showcase Boise's pioneer roots, such as Old Boise and
8th Street Marketplace. The Grove, the city's public
plaza, is the site of many community activities, including "Alive
After Five," a weekly program of music and entertainment
during the spring and summer months. |
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| Idaho Black History Museum |
208-433-0017 |
| A showplace of their historical photos,
crafts, and other artifacts, reflecting Black culture
in Idaho's diverse heritage |
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| Idaho Botanical Garden |
208-343-279 |
| Features an ever-changing world of theme
and display gardens. |
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| Idaho Historical Museum |
208-334-2120 |
| Step back 100 years and visit an Old West
saloon, Chinese medicine shop and blacksmith's forge.
Located in Julia Davis Park. |
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| Idaho Ice World |
208-331-0044 |
| Public ice skating sessions run daily for
all levels of skaters. Rental skates available. |
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| Idaho Museum of Military History |
208-422-6128 |
| This museum features Idaho naval history,
the development of Gowen Field and the General Patch
collection |
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| Idaho Museum of Mining and Geology |
208-368-9876 |
| Follow in the steps of miners as they rushed
to Idaho's hills and fought each other in pursuit of
gold and silver. |
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| M-K Nature Center |
208-368-6060 |
| An indoor/outdoor facility, the Center
features the life of a mountain stream, with underwater
viewing, interpretive signs and interactive exhibits. |
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| Old Idaho Penitentiary |
208-368-6080 |
| Take a fascinating peek into the lives
of Idaho's historical criminals. A self-guided tour includes
Death Row, cell houses, and exhibits on early prisoners
and prison life. |
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| World Center for Birds of Prey |
208-362-8687 |
| Located south of Boise, this renowned facility
gives visitors insight into the actual working process
of saving endangered species of hawks, falcons, eagles,
and other birds of prey. |
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Utilities
Transition services:
General:
Facts About The Area:
- 75,000 people live downtown and
near downtown in the surrounding neighborhoods.
- Currently 44,000 employees work downtown. In over 300
public and private businesses.
- Major Downtown Employers: JR Simplot Company – Agriculture
(Corp HQ); US Bank – Financial (Regional HQ); Boise
Cascade - Wood Products (Corp HQ); Idaho Power – Utility;
Qwest – Telecommunications (Regional HQ); Wells Fargo – Financial
(Regional HQ); Key Bank Corp – Financial (Regional
HQ); CSHQA – Architects; Idaho State Offices – Government;
Ada County Courthouse – Government; Boise City Offices – Government
- 103 retail shops - a great mix
of specialty stores, art galleries and much more.
- 82 restaurants & nightclubs
- including comedy, dance clubs, live music venues, and
fine dining.
- 57 Business & Retail Services
- 21 Arts & Entertainment Facilities
- One Major Downtown Department Store - Macys.
- 6,330 public parking spaces - 3,200 public
parking garage system & 3,000 street
metered spaces. First Hour Free in Public garage spaces.
20 minutes free parking at all Meters. Merchant tokens
are available for as low as $0.25 per hour.
- Short Term Customer public parking in
2004 was 548,216 parkers
- 5,000 seat Bank of America arena. Home
of the Idaho Steelheads professional hockey
team, the Idaho Stampede basketball team
and today’s touring concert acts .
Fiscal Year
2005 Median Family Income |
| The FY 2005
Median Family Income for Boise, Idaho is $57,550. |
| Moderate
Income Guidelines (80%
of Median Income): |
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Family Size |
Annual Gross Income |
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1 person |
$32,250 |
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2 persons |
$36,850 |
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3 persons |
$41,450 |
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4 persons |
$46,100 |
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5 persons |
$49,750 |
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6 persons |
$53,450 |
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7 persons |
$57,150 |
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8 persons |
$60,850 |
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| Low
Income Guidelines (50%
of Median Income): |
| |
Family Size |
Annual Gross Income |
| |
1 person |
$20,150 |
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2 persons |
$23,000 |
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3 persons |
$25,900 |
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4 persons |
$28,800 |
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5 persons |
$31,100 |
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6 persons |
$33,400 |
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7 persons |
$35,700 |
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8 persons |
$38,000 |
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| Very-Low
Income Guidelines (30% of
Median Income): |
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Family Size |
Annual Gross Income |
| |
1 person |
$12,100 |
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2 persons |
$13,800 |
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3 persons |
$15,550 |
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4 persons |
$17,300 |
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5 persons |
$18,650 |
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6 persons |
$20,050 |
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7 persons |
$21,450 |
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8 persons |
$22,800 |
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Source: Community Development Block
Grant Program, Boise Planning & Development Services
Department. Effective:
2/14/05
Boise Area Median Home Sales
Statistics Can Be Found Here. |
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Accommodations
Best
Western Airport Motor Inn
2660 Airport Way |
208-384-5000 |
$60.00 - $75.00 |
Best
Western Northwest Lodge
6989 Federal Way |
208-287-2300 |
$80.00 - $110.00 |
Best
Western Vista Inn
2645 Airport Way |
208-336-8100 |
$65.00 - $80.00 |
Boise
Super 8 Motel
2773 Elder St. |
(208) 344-8871 |
$40.00 - $75.00 |
Econo
Lodge
4060 Fairview Ave. |
(208) 344-4030 |
$40.00 - $60.00 |
Holiday
Inn Boise Airport
3300 Vista Ave. |
(208) 334-8365 |
$65.00 - $95.00 |
Inn
America
2275 Airport Way |
(208) 389-9800 |
$45.00 - $70.00 |
Sleep
Inn
2799 Airport Way |
(208) 336-7377 |
$56.00 - $68.00 |
Americana Kampground
3600 Americana Terrace |
(208) 344-5733 |
$21.95 |
Amerisuites Hotel
925 N. Milwaukee |
(208) 375-1200 |
$79.00 - $125.00 |
Ameritel Inn - Boise Spectrum
7499 W. Overland Rd. |
(208) 323-2500 |
$99.00 - $269.00 |
Ameritel Inn - Boise Spectrum
7499 W. Overland Rd. |
(208) 323-2500 |
$99.00 - $269.00 |
Anniversary Inn
1575 S. Lusk |
(208) 387-4900 |
$99.00 - $230.00 |
Bed & Breakfast at Victoria's White
House
103225 W. Victory |
(208) 362-0507 |
$31.00 - $50.00 |
Best Western Safari Motor Inn
1070 Grove St. |
(208) 344-6556 |
$54.00 - $75.00 |
Boise Centre Guestlodge
1314 Grove St. |
(208) 342-9351 |
$45.00 - $60.00 |
Boise Comfort Inn
2526 Airport Way |
(208) 336-0077 |
$51.00 - $62.00 |
Boise Doubletree Club Hotel - Park Center
475 W Parkcenter Blvd. |
(208) 345-2002 |
$59.00 - $195.00 |
Boise River Inn
1140 Colorado Ave. |
(208) 344-9988 |
$45.00 - $50.00 |
Bond Street Motel Apartments
1680 N. Phillippi St. |
(208) 322-4407 |
$30.00 - $50.00 |
Budget Inn
2600 Fairview Ave. |
(208) 344-8617 |
$34.00 - $60.00 |
Cabana Inn
1600 Main St. |
(208) 343-6000 |
$35.00 - $60.00 |
Courtyard by Marriott
222 S. Broadway |
(208) 331-2700 |
$66.00 - $155.00 |
Doubletree Hotel - Boise Downtown
1800 Fairview Ave. |
(208) 344-7691 |
$85.00 - $105.00 |
Doubletree Riverside
2900 Chinden Blvd. |
(208) 343-1871 |
$69.00 - $169.00 |
Extended Stay America
2500 S. Vista Ave. |
(208) 363-9040 |
$59.00 - $70.00 |
Fairfield Inn by Marriott
3300 S Shoshone |
(208) 331-5656 |
$59.00 - $64.00 |
Fiesta RV Park
11101 Fairview |
(208) 375-8207 |
$20.00 - $29.00 |
Grandview Motel
1315 Federal Way |
(208) 342-8676 |
$110.00 - $130.00
Weekly Rate |
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Hampton Inn
3270 S Shoshone |
(208) 331-5600 |
$74.00 - $89.00 |
Hi-Valley RV Park
10555 Hwy 55
Horseshoe Bend Rd. |
(208) 939-8080 |
$21.00 - $27.00 |
Hi-Valley RV Park
10555 Hwy 55
Horseshoe Bend Rd. |
(208) 939-8080 |
$21.00 - $27.00 |
Holiday Inn Express
2613 S. Vista Ave. |
(208) 388-0800 |
$69.00 - $89.00 |
Holiday Motel
5416 Fairview Ave. |
(208) 376-4631 |
$30.00 - $45.00 |
Idaho Heritage Inn
109 W Idaho |
(208) 342-8066 |
$60.00 - $105.00 |
J.J. Shaw House Bed & Breakfast Inn
1411 W Franklin St. |
(208) 344-8899 |
$79.00 - $109.00 |
Middle Fork Lodge
Box 16278 |
(208) 342-7888 |
$400.00
Weekly Rate |
Motel 6
2323 Airport Way |
(208) 344-3506 |
$46.00 - $50.00 |
Mountain View RV Park
2040 Airport Way |
(208) 345-4141 |
$18.00 - $20.00 |
On The River RV Park
6000 N Glenwood |
(208) 375-7432 |
$14.00 - $19.00 |
Owyhee Plaza Hotel
1109 Main St. |
(208) 343-4611 |
$39.00 - $138.00 |
Park View Inn
1042 N. Clover Dr. |
(208) 343-7533 |
$80.00 - $125.00
Weekly Rate |
Park View Inn
1042 N. Clover Dr. |
(208) 343-7533 |
$80.00 - $125.00
Weekly Rate |
Pioneer Inn-Bogus Basin Ski Resort
2405 Bogus Basin Rd. |
(208) 332-5224 |
$62.00 - $215.00 |
Plaza Suite Hotel
409 S Cole Rd. |
(208) 375-7666 |
$78.00 - $175.00 |
Quality Inn Airport Suites
2717 Vista Ave. |
(208) 343-7505 |
$52.00 - $79.00 |
Residence Inn by Marriott
1401 Lusk Avenue |
(208) 344-1200 |
$59.00 - $149.00 |
Robin's Nest Bed & Breakfast
2389 W Boise Ave. |
(208) 336-9551 |
$65.00 - $95.00 |
Rodeway Inn of Boise
1115 N Curtis Rd. |
(208) 376-2700 |
$65.00 - $100.00 |
Sands Motel
1111 W State St. |
(208) 343-2533 |
$32.00 - $40.00 |
Seven K Motel
3633 Chinden Blvd. |
(208) 343-7723 |
$32.00 - $65.00 |
Shilo Inn - Boise Airport
4111 Broadway Ave. |
(208) 343-7662 |
$79.00 - $125.00 |
Shilo Inn - Boise Riverside
3031 Main St. |
(208) 344-3521 |
$65.00 - $115.00 |
Shilo Inn - Boise Riverside
3031 Main St. |
(208) 344-3521 |
$65.00 - $115.00 |
State Motel
1115 N 28th St. |
(208) 344-7254 |
$25.00 - $40.00 |
Statehouse Inn
981 Grove St. |
(208) 342-4622 |
$70.00 - $250.00 |
The Grove Hotel
245 S. Capital Blvd. |
(208) 333-8000 |
$149.00 - $169.00 |
U.S. Suites
2147 S. Centurion Pl. |
(208) 322-3564 |
$59.00 - $110.00 |
University Inn
2360 University Dr. |
(208) 345-7170 |
$49.00 - $71.00 |
Ustick Inn Rooming House Hotel
8050 Ustick Rd. |
(208) 342-1044 |
$61.00 - $129.00 |
West Coast ParkCenter Suites
424 E ParkCenter Blvd. |
(208) 322-6277 |
$60.00 - $100.00
Weekly Rate |
West River Inn
3525 Chinden Blvd. |
(208) 338-1155 |
$28.00 - $38.00 |
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