Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information

Orders and Community Information

City of Boise Information

Reissued Public Health Emergency Order 20-15a (Effective 11:59 p.m., Tuesday, March 30, 2021)

Reissued Public Health Emergency Order 20-15a includes:

• Face covering requirements
• Limits on gatherings of 50 or more people without a signed COVID-19 Safety Planning for Events of Greater than 50 People form from Central District Health 
  (Please note: special event and other permits may also be necessary for large events and gatherings. Event managers are encouraged to plan ahead to ensure ample time for plan approval and permit processing.)
• Limits to city board and commission meetings
• Restrictions for Boise Airport access and other unique city businesses
• Creates consequences for individuals and businesses who knowingly violate orders

Organizations or individuals who are interested in submitting a large gathering plan for review by Central District Health can do so here.

View Reissued Public Health Emergency Order 20-15a

State of Idaho

For the latest information on COVID-19 and the State of Idaho, visit the State of Idaho coronavirus website.

STATE WEBSITE

Central District Health

For the latest information on COVID-19 and Ada County, please visit Central District Health's website.

Central District Health Website

Order Enforcement

The City of Boise is partnering with the business community to ensure our businesses can stay open safely. We are hopeful that this will help curb the spread of COVID-19.

Business Not In Compliance

If you are a patron of a business where staff/business is not complying with COVID-19 health orders, you can request the business be inspected online or by calling (208) 608-7040.

REQUEST AN INSPECTION

After a request is received, the City of Boise will review the request, and if determined necessary a code enforcement or Boise Police officer will visit and inspect the business. If the business is indeed in violation, their business license may be suspended. If a business has their license suspended multiple times, their business license may be revoked.

If you are a business, learn more about resources available to you here.

City of Boise Facilities and Services

Open Facilities

City Hall - Open 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday – Friday, for in-person services including:

City Hall West – Front Desk/Lobby – Open 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday – Friday

Boise Airport
The Boise Airport remains open for the traveling public. We recommend passengers arrive 90 minutes before departure, and passengers should utilize close-in parking, as the Economy Parking Lot is closed.

Boise Arts & History
James Castle House - Tours planned to resume on 3/5. Tours every Friday, 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. (by reservation)

Boise Parks and Recreation
Please remember to wear a face covering, practice physical distancing and adhere to group size limitations when using any of these facilities or participating in programming.

• All trails in the Ridge to Rivers system, including trail heads
• All parks (although some restroom facilities may be closed due to winter closure)
• Parks and Recreation Administration Office - Open 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday - Friday to assist residents with park reservations, cemetery services, class registration and more
• Fort Boise Community Center - Open for limited programming by pre-registration. Lobby, fitness center and gym remain closed.
• Foothills Learning Center - Open 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., Monday - Friday
• Boise Urban Garden School - Open 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. , Monday - Friday
• Zoo Boise open with a limited number of visitors allowed at a time and safety protocols in place.
• Quail Hollow Golf Course
• Warm Springs Golf Course
• All Skate Parks, including Rhodes Skate Park
• BMX Jump Park in Willow Lane Athletic Complex/Willow Lane Park
• J.A. and Kathryn Albertson Family Foundation Bike Park (weather permitting).
• J.A. and Kathryn Albertson Family Foundation Whitewater Park
• Dog Parks
• Tennis Courts
• Pickleball Courts
• Outdoor Basketball Courts
• Outdoor Volleyball Courts
• Boise River Greenbelt
• Boise Whitewater Park
• Meals on Wheels at Dick Eardley Senior Center: The Dick Eardley Senior Center (690 Robbins Rd.) is closed until further notice but participants can still pick up affordable lunches curbside from Metro Meals on Wheels every day, Monday - Friday, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. 
• City of Boise managed cemeteries
• School-based community centers (Whittier, Morley Nelson, Grace Jordan, Whitney and Taft)

Boise Public Library

In addition to the services currently offered by the Boise Public Library (curbside hold pick-up, computer access, personalized picks, etc.), Libraries will open for limited in-person services, including:

• Collection browsing
• Hold pick-up (also available curbside)
• Account assistance and reference services (also available over the phone)

Hours for in-person services:

• Downtown Library: Monday – Friday, 2 p.m. – 6 p.m.
• Neighborhood Branch Libraries (Library! at Bown Crossing, Library! at Cole & Ustick, Library! at at Collister and Library! at Hillcrest): Wednesdays, 2 p.m. – 6 p.m.

Curbside Service Hours (All locations):

• Monday – Friday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
• Saturday, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Computer Access and Printing:

• Available at: Downtown Library and Library! at Hillcrest
• Hours:
  • Monday – Friday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
  • Saturday, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
• Available at the Library! at Cole & Ustick
  • Monday - Friday, 2 p.m. − 6 p.m.
  • Saturday, 10 a.m. − 2 p.m.
• Computer access available at the Library! at Bown Crossing and the Library! at Collister during in-person service hours: Wednesdays, 2 p.m. – 6 p.m.

Department of Finance and Administration

• Parking Enforcement: Downtown parking meters are being enforced in all parking zones.

Downtown Parking for Takeout Orders
There will be free parking available on every street near a restaurant or bar that will be dedicated for takeout orders. These parking spaces will be easily identified – please look for the sign on each space that is dedicated for this purpose.

Closed Facilities

• Boise Municipal Pools currently closed
  • Borah, Fairmont, Ivywild and Natatorium Pools will reopen for Summer 2021 - Learn more

The following facilities will be closed through at least September 2021.

• Idaho IceWorld
• Dick Eardley Senior Center - Participants can still pick up affordable lunches curbside from Metro Meals on Wheels every day, Monday – Friday, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

City of Boise Public Meetings

Boise City Council, Planning and Zoning Commission, Design Review, and Historic Preservation will continue to have meetings in a hybrid meeting setting – offering both remote and in-person attendance opportunities. Due to COVID-19 health protocols and group gathering limits, the capacity in City Council Chambers at City Hall is extremely limited. We ask people to participate virtually if possible to ensure that in-person space is available to those without access to technology.

Other boards and commissions can meet if deemed necessary by the Mayor and Department Director or as otherwise legally required.

View Upcoming Meetings

Federal Funds Transparency

The coronavirus (COVID-19) has had unexpected, major financial implications on communities around the country, including the City of Boise. The federal government is providing funding to help offset financial impacts of the pandemic so that cities can recover and thrive.

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