Boise staff recommend stopping further foothills annexation, allowing limited infill on annexed vacant lots City planning director Maureen Brewer urged the council to adopt a two-part foothills policy: no new annexations into the foothills and permitting only limited infill on already‑annexed vacant lots. Staff will pursue a comprehensive plan amendment and engage Ada County on alignment options.

Boise is taking a stand for the scenic Foothills by halting new annexations and allowing limited development on already-annexed vacant lots—could this be the key to balancing growth and preservation?

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My hike this am. #boisefoothills

More Dry Creek #redbandtrout in the #boisefoothills with @collegeofidaho 's Dr Walser and Emma R, and @TroutUnlimited 's Dr Lundberg

Studying #redbandtrout in the #boisefoothills this week with the College of Idaho

Getting outdoors and breathing in nature is more healing than we realize. I needed this today… #ridgetorivers #boisefoothills #foothillstrails #thisisboise

Today’s flower extravaganza at Pierce Park trails! #boisefoothills #foothillstrail #wildflowers #naturesbeauty❤️

Flashback to our days on the #boisefoothills. We sure do miss those trails. #dogs #dogsofbluesky

Few things build my mental health or improve my emotional outlook like getting out and racking up miles on an isolated trail, regardless of the wind, temp, or precipitation.
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Ice formations along a creek

Nice ice sculptures along Cottonwood Creek in Boise today. #idwx #boisefoothills

It turned into a night ride without lights before I got out of the #boisefoothills tonight. #mtb #boisefoothillstrails