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taxing districts There are more than 45 taxing districts in Ada County. Here are examples of what homeowners might pay per year to each one, based on the taxing districts’ levy rates. Below: Taxing district / tax dollars from a Meridian Home based on $100,000 of property value*

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Where does your tax money go? I f you’re a homeowner, you’ve seen a consolidated property tax bill in the mail from Ada County. While Ada County collects these taxes, it only sees about a fi fth of the revenue. The rest of the money goes to more than 45 other taxing

districts — including city, school, highway and library districts. Based on preliminary numbers, revenue from taxing districts in Ada County will increase by $20.6 million from fi scal year 2013 to fi scal year 2014.

SOURCE: Ada County, Joint School District No. 2

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School district: $464.30 Meridian city: $425.89 Ada County: $320.28

COVER STORY: ‘Tis the season for corn mazes

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resources  Find your estimated property taxes: tax.idaho.gov/i-1072.cfm  View an example property tax bill: bit.ly/154LyHt

Meridian property taxes, 2012 Levy rate: 0.004550974 Net taxable market value of district: $4.5 billion Property tax budget: $20.5 million In fiscal year 2012, property tax revenue in Meridian made up 36 percent of total revenues.  Property tax revenue: $19.3 million  Total revenue: $53.6 billion Property tax revenue goes into the city's general fund.  

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The Farmstead andlevy rates have Linder Farms are fall increased staples in Meridian. Not only do they offer miles of maze trails to get lost in and pumpkin patches to explore, but the farms have grown to inWhere do your property taxes go? clude other attractions, What are the levy rates for the city, like games for the kids, SUITcounty SALE and school district, and Pre-Conference Special live music and yummy Durable how have those changed in recent fall foods. 2-Pant Suits Find answers inside. years? Most sizes in 4 patterns If you had $100,000 of taxable property, here are some examples of what you would pay in property taxes based on levy rates: CITY OF MERIDIAN  2008: $285.51  2012: $$447.71 Schools (bond and emergency levies)  2008: $358.31  2012: $339.66 ADA COUNTY  2008: $229.94  2012: $332.32 Total levy:  2008: $1,045.70  2012: $1,368.51

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HOW DOES IDAHO COMPARE?

BUDGETS, FISCAL YEAR 2014

HOMEOWNERS PROGRAMS

Based on taxes paid per person, Idaho’s overall tax burden ranked 51th nationally — meaning it had the lowest tax burden — and 11th regionally out of 11 states in fiscal year 2010. Based on the state’s tax burden relative to income, Idaho ranked 46th nationally and 11th regionally.  National rank based on type of tax, relative to income, FY2010: 38th: property tax 27th: sales tax 25th: individual income 37th: corporate income

Meridian: $89.3 million Ada County: $208.6 million Joint School District No. 2: $274.9 million

There are four programs for homeowners to reduce or defer their property taxes. The maximum exemptions by year are: 2006: $75,000 2009: $104,471 2013: $83,920

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SOURCE: Idaho State Tax Commission

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Students learn safety lessons the fun way L earning about safe driving got a whole lot more fun for Meridian students this year. The city put on its second Treasure Valley Youth Safety Summit Tuesday at Wahooz in Meridian, hosting about 230 students who were encouraged to text and drive — in go karts, that is — and mini golf while wearing vision-impairing goggles. (I tried these goggles on and could barely walk!) In between the hands-on activities, guest speakers talked to students about changing the culture at their schools toward safe behaviors, like putting the phone away while driving or wearing a seatbelt — and encouraging your friends to do the same. Will this really work, I wondered, or will the students just see this as fun day and good excuse to miss class? After talking to students and representatives from state and national transportation departments, I’m convinced the summit will make a difference in student behavior. “It makes me definitely not want to text and drive,” Mountain View High School freshman Jayden Dean said. She had just finished a drill on the go-kart track. During the first lap, she kept her eyes on the road and during the second lap, she texted while driving. “It’s a lot harder,” she said, admitting she hit the side bumper a lot more the second round. Attending both safety summits has helped Rocky Mountain High School sophomore Brianna Siddoway avoid texting and driving, too, she said. “Ever since (the first summit) I’ve taken my phone and put in the center consul,” she said. The Youth Safety Summit is a great alternative to a stuffy classroom and PowerPoint lecture about safe driving, and it really seems to be making a difference. What did students and others say about the summit? Check it out on Twitter, #TVYSS.

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KEARNEY, Neb. (AP) — An 8-year-old Idaho boy has died in a single-vehicle crash along Interstate 80 near Kearney. The Kearney Hub reports the crash happened Tuesday afternoon about a mile west of Kearney when 31-yearold driver Tabitha Tesch was briefly distracted. The Nebraska State Patrol says her sport utility vehicle then veered to the right, and when Tesch tried to straighten out she lost control. The SUV went into the median and rolled several times. Tesch’s son, T.J., was ejected and later died at a Kearney hospital. Tabitha Tesch and four other children who were in the vehicle were taken to a hospital, where their conditions weren’t available.

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‘Big Jack’ Armstrong is back NAMPA — Local radio icon Jack ‘Big Jack’ Armstrong will return to the airwaves from 2 to 6 p.m. Thursday after suffering a stroke May 17, a release from the station he purchased, Oldies 1380 AM, stated. The stroke caused no permanent physical disabilities but centered on the part of the brain that controls speech. It left Armstrong unable to do what he does best. Four months later, Armstrong has been cleared to return to the airwaves. He credits the recovery to his medical team, family and the support of the community.

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Rocky Mountain High School sophomore Brianna Siddoway, left, tries to keep her balance while wearing vision-impairing goggles at Tuesday’s Treasure Valley Youth Safety Summit at Wahooz in Meridian. Rocky Mountain freshman Emmaline Alexander and Meridian Police Officer Mike Lock stand by for support.  See more photos from the event on page 16.

CHECK OUT MY NEW COFFEE SHOP HOURS I have really enjoyed visiting with readers during my coffee shop hours. Thank you for stopping by and giving your suggestions! My coffee shop hours have changed. I will no longer hold Monday or Friday meeting times, but please come see me Thursdays, noon to 1 p.m., at Lucky Perk, 1551 W. Cherry Lane, Meridian.

Buy Idaho meeting Oct. 17

BOISE — Buy Idaho will host its 28th annual meeting Oct. 17 at the Red Lion Downtowner in Boise. The meeting also includes a trade show, where as many as 20 Buy Idaho members will display their products and services. That will be followed by a luncheon, business meeting and keynote speaker Skip Hall. Hall, a former football coach at Boise State University, will focus on successful business practices. The public is invited to the trade show between 11 a.m. and noon and to the luncheon. Registration is $25 per person or $225 for a table of 10. Trade show booths are available for $65 and include lunch.

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BOISE — Aaron Paul, an Idaho native and star of AMC’s “Breaking Bad,” had fans lining up Sunday for the opportunity to watch one of the show’s last episodes with him at the Egyptian Theatre. In order to join him, fans had to win the tickets, find tickets hidden around town through clues Paul tweeted to his nearly 1 million followers or be the highest bidder in an auction to benefit The Idaho Foodbank’s Backpack Buddy program.

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Fairview Avenue/Cherry Lane between Barbara Drive and Crestmont Drive, lane restriction through Monday for road rebuilding. n Franklin Road between Linder Road and Ten Mile Road, mobile lane restriction with flagging through Sept. 30 for road rebuilding. n Main Street (southbound only) between Broadway Avenue and Franklin Road, road closure through Oct. 14 for road rebuilding. n Meridian Road (northbound only) Franklin Road to Broadway Avenue, road closure through Oct. 14 for road construction. n Ustick Road west of Meridian Road, intermittent lane restriction with flagging through Dec. 4 for concrete work. n Meridian Road at Cherry Lane and Fairview Avenue to Ustick Road, road closure this weekend only n

CRIME WATCH Meridian Police Department Log Sept. 11-17 Police made the following arrests or issued charges: 2 driving under the influence 4 domestic battery 1 resisting or obstructing 4 warrants 2 possession of a controlled substance 1 vandalism 3 petit theft 1 possession of marijuana 1 failure to appear 1 possession of drug paraphernalia 1 battery 1 no-contact order violation 1 disorderly conduct Police also took calls, investigated or assisted: 4 vandalisms 2 possession of marijuana 1 possession of drug paraphernalia 4 medical assists

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MERIDIAN — A 33-year-old man died Monday night after a collision between his motorcycle and another vehicle at Franklin Road and Main Street in Meridian, Ada County Coroner Erwin L. Sonnenberg reported. Dominic Timothy Antonnacchi of Boise was pronounced dead just after 7:45 p.m. at Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center in Boise. The Meridian Police Department is investigating. Early reports indicate Antonnacchi was not wearing a helmet.

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Taxing district revenues in Ada County Fiscal year 2014 revenues: $458.6 million (preliminary) Fiscal year 2008 revenues: $395.9 million

SOURCE: Ada County, Joint School District No. 2

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2014: 3.4 percent: fire and rescue 2008: 3.6 percent: fire and rescue

2014: 2.1 percent: Urban Renewal 2008: 2.2 percent: Urban Renewal

2014: 1.3 percent: libraries 2008: 1.3 percent: libraries

2014: 0.2 percent: sewer/flood control 2008: 0.2 percent: sewer/flood control 2014: 0.2 percent: miscellaneous 2008: 0.1 percent: miscellaneous 2014: 0.1 percent: cemeteries 2008: 0.1 percent: cemeteries

Find your estimated property taxes: tax.idaho.gov/i-1072.cfm  View an example property tax bill: bit.ly/154LyHt 

2014: 33.1 percent: schools 2008: 35.1 percent: schools

Meridian property taxes, 2012

2014: 7 percent: roads 2008: 7.5 percent: roads

Levy rate: 0.004550974 Net taxable market value of district: $4.5 billion  Property tax budget: $20.5 million  In fiscal year 2012, property tax revenue in Meridian made up 36 percent of total revenues.  Property tax revenue: $19.3 million  Total revenue: $53.6 billion Property tax revenue goes into the city's general fund.  

levy rates have increased If you had $100,000 of taxable property, here are some examples of what you would pay in property taxes based on levy rates: CITY OF MERIDIAN  2008: $285.51  2012: $$447.71 Schools (bond and emergency levies)  2008: $358.31  2012: $339.66 ADA COUNTY  2008: $229.94  2012: $332.32 Total levy:  2008: $1,045.70  2012: $1,368.51 SOURCE: meridiancity.org

2014: 20.2 percent: Ada County, including emergency medical services, pest control and mosquito abatement 2008: 20.7 percent: Ada County, including emergency medical services, pest control and mosquito abatement

2014: 32.3 percent: city government 2008: 29.1 percent: city government

HOW DOES IDAHO COMPARE?

BUDGETS, FISCAL YEAR 2014

HOMEOWNERS PROGRAMS

Based on taxes paid per person, Idaho’s overall tax burden ranked 51st nationally — meaning it had the lowest tax burden — and 11th regionally out of 11 states in fiscal year 2010.  Based on the state’s tax burden relative to income, Idaho ranked 46th nationally and 11th regionally.  National rank based on type of tax, relative to income, FY2010: 38th: property tax 27th: sales tax 25th: individual income 37th: corporate income

Meridian: $89.3 million Ada County: $208.6 million Joint School District No. 2: $274.9 million

There are four programs for homeowners to reduce or defer their property taxes. The maximum exemptions by year are: 2006: $75,000 2009: $104,471 2013: $83,920

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Gold’s Gym returns to Meridian MERIDIAN — Gold’s Gym is returning to Meridian with a new location and a new concept. The new gym is set to open at the end of October next to Rosauers Supermarket at 2932 N. Eagle Road. Area manager Jason Pumphrey said GOLD’S GYM MERIDIAN the franchise want- 2932 N. Eagle Road ed to try a smaller, 995-2927 low-cost gym, which n 30,000 square feet is a change from the n $9.95 per month membership Gold’s Gyms previ- fee with no contracts ously in the Valley. n $19.95 per month fee includes Three of those loca- unlimited childcare, tanning, tions are now Axiom access to other Gold’s Gyms n Expected to open by the end Fitness gyms. The Meridian fa- of October cility will be about 30,000 square feet and memberships start at $9.95 per month with no contracts. The gym has a pre-opening special with no sign-up fee, just first and last month’s fees. The gym also offers a membership program at $19.95 per month that includes unlimited childcare, tanning and group fitness, plus access to other Gold’s Gyms. “This is a really good market as far as health clubs,” he said. “People tend to be healthy in this area.” Another Gold’s Gym location is planned to go in near Karcher Mall in Nampa. Pumphrey said construction will start on that facility as soon as the Meridian location is complete.

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John Allen Scoggins, 69, of Nampa, died September 17, 2013. Arrangements are under the direction of the Nampa Funeral Home, Yraguen Chapel. 442-8171

Zions Bank announced Jeff Agenbroad has joined the bank as a vice president and commercial relationship manager. He is based out of the Commercial Banking Center in downtown Boise. Agenbroad was most recently CEO and owner of Since 86, Inc. in Nampa. n Mountain West Bank welcomed Alice G. Thomas to its residential lending team. Thomas has been originating loans for the past 15 years and was in loan processing, escrow closing, secondary market, quality control and loan servicing before that. She also received the Graduate of Mortgage Lending designation from the Association of Professional Mortgage Women. n

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Kuna, died September 16, 2013. Services are under the direction of Accent Joyce E. DeGurse, 79, of Funeral Home, Meridian. 888-5833 Nampa, died September 11, 2013. Arrangements are under the direction of the Nampa Funeral Home, Yraguen James Mac “Jim” Bowcutt, 74, of Boise, died September Chapel. 442-8171 12, 2013. Services are pending Nampa Alfred G. Henke, 95, of Nam- Funeral Home, Yraguen Chapel. 442pa, died September 13, 2013. Services 8171 are under the direction of Accent FuRichard Lee Poling, 85, of neral Home, Meridian. 888-5833 Nampa, died September 13, 2013. Diane Lane, 52, of Nampa, Services are under the direction and died September 17, 2013. Services care of Alsip & Persons Funeral Chapel, are pending Nampa Funeral Home, Nampa. 466-3545. Yraguen Chapel. 442-8171

THINGS TO DO Don’t see your event here? Add it and view more events at mymeridianpress.com/calendar.

Today MERIDIAN — Farmstead Corn Maze and Pumpkin Festival Opening, 11 a.m., 1020 S. Rackham Way. For times, admission fees and details, go to www.farmsteadfestival.com. MERIDIAN — Creative Art, 4:30 p.m., Silverstone Branch, Meridian Library, 3531 E. Overland Road. Join us to create art using a variety of recycled and “found” supplies. Signup is required. MERIDIAN — Teen Manga & Anime, Silverstone Branch, Meridian Library, 3531 E. Overland Road. Share your favorite manga, eat snacks and watch anime. Come dressed as your favorite character if you like.

who believe in facilitating special opportunities for children missing milestone experiences due to their disabilities. Tickets are $25. MERIDIAN — Ca$h Mob, all day, downtown Meridian. Join us as we celebrate the completion of the Split Corridor Phase II project by stopping by any downtown Meridian business. Show them some love, as they worked hard to keep customers happy during the difficult construction process. BOISE — Treasure Valley Celtic Festival & Highland Games, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Expo Idaho, 5610 N. Glenwood St. This 16th annual event will feature Scottish and Irish dancers, professional and amateur Highland Athletes competition, piping competition, vendors and more for the whole family. Tickets are $12 for adults, $7 for children 5 and older, and are available at the gate or at www.idahoscots.org.

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Saturday MERIDIAN — Trailhead Fall Ball, 6-9 p.m., Farmstead Corn Maze and Pumpkin Festival, 1020 S. Rackham Way. The Trailhead Harvest Ball is an all-inclusive community event, where entire families can enjoy the corn maze during the day, and leave their disabled loved ones at the event for an evening of dancing and dining. This all-inclusive event has the support of many Treasure Valley businesses and philanthropists,

MERIDIAN — Ca$h Mob, all day, downtown Meridian. Join us as we celebrate the completion of the Split Corridor Phase II project by stopping by any downtown Meridian business. Show them some love, as they worked hard to keep customers happy during the difficult construction process.

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ment. Meridian Police Officers teach this engaging free class designed to improve the driving skills and decision making of young adults ages 15-24. For additional dates or to register online, visit aliveat25.us. MERIDIAN — Block Party at the Library, 10:30 a.m., Silverstone Branch, Meridian Library, 3531 E. Overland Road. Toddlers and preschoolers can build, dream and explore with hundreds of wooden blocks and toys. MERIDIAN — Baby Bugs, 11:30 a.m., Cherry Lane Branch, Meridian Library, 1326 W. Cherry Lane. For children 6-18 months old. You and your baby are invited to sing, clap, bounce, enjoy stories and participate in playful activities in a positive environment.

Tuesday MERIDIAN — Bilingual Storytime, 10 a.m., Cherry Lane Branch, Meridian Library, 1326 W. Cherry Lane. Introduce your child to Spanish in this fun-filled, interactive program through stories and music. MERIDIAN — Idaho Healthcare Exchange, 6:30 p.m., Cherry Lane Branch, Meridian Library, 1326 W. Cherry Lane. A Blue Cross representative will explain how to navigate the new Idaho health care system that begins Oct. 1. MERIDIAN — City Council meeting, 6 p.m., Meridian City Hall Council Chambers, 33 E. Broadway Ave.

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5 staff members — two administrators, three teachers 20 students 6-12: grades served 400-plus students have attended the school Aug. 27 – June 4: school year 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.: school day

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Sheridan Academy moves from Boise to Meridian

Boise private school that opened in 1995 recently moved to a bigger and more central location in Meridian off Overland

Road. Sheridan Academy offers sixth through 12th grades, and is accredited through the Northwest Accreditation Commission division of AdvancED. Twenty students currently attend. Sheridan provides small class sizes, giving students individualized attention and lesson plans. It also allows students to progress at their own pace in each subject, the academy’s Executive Director Leigh Wilson said. “They can get more one-on-one. Teachers are able to concentrate more on these kids and keep them focused and moving forward,” she said. The school fills a niche in the Treasure Valley, Wilson said: it’s smaller than most private schools, and it’s not an alternative school for at-risk kids. Idaho State Department of Education recognizes AdvancED accreditation for private schools, the department’s spokeswoman Melissa McGrath said. Sheridan renews its Greg Kreller/MP accreditation each year by submit- Sheridan Academy students, from left, Moc Dittapongpitch, 16, Andrew Pfeiffer, 16, Sonya Siegfried, 11, and Amber Kraus, ting reports and following graduation 17, work together as members of the yearbook committee Sept. 10 at the Meridian school. guidelines, Wilson said. Sheridan students are offered AP courses and opportunities to earn how much the move cost, but said redoing the new building required college credit, she said. Although no foreign languages are offered at some financial “juggling.” The academy has received grants in the this time, classes like yearbook, journal- past — including from the J.A. & Kathryn Albertson Foundation — ism, current events, study skills and life but isn’t currently using any grant money. by Holly Beech skills (home economics) are offered. hbeech@mymeridianpress.com But the move’s payoff, Wilson said, is a nicer, larger and more cenStudents who want to play sports can © 2013 MERIDIAN PRESS tral facility. do so at their home schools. “I think it’s a good, neutral location,” she said. “We’ve got a lot of The move to Meridian has been something Sheridan Academy has wanted to do for years, Wilson kids that come from Canyon County, as well as Eagle and the downsaid. She declined to say what the school’s operating budget is or town Boise area, so it’s pretty accessible for everybody.”

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Robert Madril scored in the boys soccer team’s 3-1 loss to Boise on Monday. Htay Koko netted a pair of secondhalf goals in a 5-0 win over Borah on Wednesday.

Tyler Smith and Gavin Christensen each scored a pair of goals as the Mustangs boys soccer team defeated Capital 5-2 on Wednesday.

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Rocky Mountain’s regroups after a point during their match against Centennial on Tuesday at Rocky Mountain High.

Carli Rice led Meridian in kills (six) and digs (12) while Mackie Barber finished with five kills and seven digs in a 5A SIC volleyball loss to Vallivue on Tuesday.

Three teams can all claim legitimate contender status in the 5A Southern Idaho Conference volleyball race by Michael Lycklama

Josh Buss ran for 179 yards and three TDs in a 37-21 win over Timberline on Sept. 14. Keneika Webster scored two goals in a 4-0 win over Vallivue on Tuesday. Brenden Kenley scored the game-winner in a 4-3 victory over Vallivue on Wednesday.

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Riley Bradshaw passed for three TDs and rushed for one more, and Kekoa Nawahine had six catches for 185 yards and two TDs in a 52-0 win over Meridian. Tyson Fox scored four goals in a 4-2 win vs. Capital on Tuesday.

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Complete tennis court complex coming to Settlers Park If you’ve been to the park lately, you may have noticed some new construction. It is the start of Settlers Village Square Phase 2, and when all the work is done our community will have a complete tennis court complex. We want Settlers Park to be a premier sports facility capable of holding tournaments in various sports. Four years ago, the city of Meridian started making this vision a reality when we completed Phase 1 of Settlers Village Square in Settlers Park near the corner of Ustick and Meridian roads,

which included two tennis courts, 16 tournament-style horseshoe courts and two picnic shelters. Today we are working on building a tennis facility with enough courts to accommodate a large-scale competition. We are adding five tennis courts; one of these courts is a championship-level court with larger run-out areas. There will be bleachers and a raised grass seating area for spectators. In addition to the five new tennis courts, we are

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Kitchens most likely place for house fires to start Fires can start almost any place at any time. But in homes, more fires ignite in kitchens than in any other room. That is why in October during Fire Prevention Month, firefighters from across the country will be working to educate families on how to stay safe while cooking and to prevent fires from ever starting. In Meridian we have an amazing team of firefighters committed to helping teach the community how to stay safe. Over the next couple of weeks they will visit dozens of schools and kindly remind their neighbors and friends the importance of fire safety. The most important thing to remember when you are frying, grilling or boiling food is to stay in the kitchen. Tragedy can strike during the minute you step out of the room. To keep kids from getting badly burned, make a kid-free zone at least

3 feet away from the stove. And if a grease fire ever starts, the best thing to do is grab an oven mitt, slide a lid over the pan, turn off the burner and leave the pan in place until it cools down. These simple tips can make a big difference in keeping your kitchen safe and fire free. For more safety tips, we invite families to join us and other firefighters from across the Treasure Valley and state for Fire Prevention Day at the Meridian Speedway. Two shows are scheduled for Wednesday, Sept. 25: one at 10:00 a.m. and another at 1:30 p.m. If you can’t make it to that event, come join the Meridian Fire Department and Meridian Police Department on Oct. 5 for Public Safety Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This is a great

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chance to meet some of our firefighters, see what we do on a daily basis and learn more fire safety tips. Fire Prevention Month is also a great time for you and your family to practice the fire escape routes in your home and check to make sure all your smoke detectors are working properly. A lot of us forget to do these things because we don’t think a fire will happen in our home. Unfortunately, there are no guarantees. So take the time to make sure your family is as prepared as possible. If you need more fire prevention information or safety tips, please visit our website at meridiancity.org/fire or give us a call at 888-1234.

to the city of Meridian and Rehab Authority for sponsoring the Meridian Community Block Party! to the customer-focused staff at our local Chick-Fil-A. Now those folks know how to generate return business. to all who endured the heat and came out to the Meridian Rally for Life sponsored by The Stanton Project. for the wonderful day this past weekend at Settlers Park. Just wonderful. Thank you, Meridian. I love where we live! The intersections at Fairview Avenue, Cherry Lane and Meridian Road are done! The light timing is great — even during rush hour. n

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Ceramics painting studio is family fun and family run www.piggypigspottery.com fruition. “We decided last August that it would be a fun business venture to do together,” Becky said. The couple then attended a business class and decided the time was right to make their first business venture as a family. Currently Becky, the studio’s general manager, is taking classes at College of Western Idaho to become an Applied Accountant so that she can maintain the company’s paperwork. At Piggy Pigs Pottery in Meridian, it really is all in the family. The new business, owned by husbandand-wife team David and Becky Leatherbury, runs with the help of their two children and two part-time employees. In fact, it was one of Leatherburys’ daughters that inspired the Piggy Pigs moniker, thanks to a onceembarrassing family nickname that’s become a source of pride for the 12-year-old.

Becky, from Parma, and David, from Emmett, met in the Idaho Army National Guard, where they served on active duty for more than 20 years. “I love how friendly this area is, and it has always been a great place to live and raise a family,” Becky said.

Located near the bustling intersection of Main Street and Fairview Avenue, Piggy Pigs offers more than just a place to sit and decorate ceramics. “Our studio is equipped with two televisions to be able to allow for us to have theme movie nights in the future,” Becky said. The set-up inside the studio is ideal for date nights, family outings or even big parties (reservations are recommended for large groups). Ceramic pieces serve as blank canvases for customers’ imaginations and start at just $3. As the business celebrates its official grand opening, Becky is already excited about growth in the future. “We definitely want to expand into different areas of pottery and allow people to some day — down the road — be able to throw their own pottery on wheels.” Piggy Pigs Pottery is located at 46 E. Fairview Ave. in Meridian.

The paint-your-own pottery studio opened its doors July 17 and provides customers the chance to pick and paint one of more than 200 pieces of ceramics on the shelves. It took less than a year to bring the Leatherburys’ idea of opening a ceramics studio into

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High demand, low vacancies lead to raised rental costs R ents in Ada and Canyon counties jumped by 7.5 percent in Quarter 2 in part because of the high demand for rental property and low vacancy rates, according to a survey by the Southwest Idaho Chapter of the National Association of Residential Property Managers. Rent in some parts of Ada County increased by 10 percent from the first to the second quarter of this year. The chapter surveyed 20 property management companies, involving 4,311 rental properties, and recorded the following information, as of June 30.

by Holly Beech

Ada County

Ada County average rents

3,180 units managed n 1,611 multi-family n 1,569 single-family 112 vacancies (4 percent vacancy rate) n 61 multi-family vacancies (4 percent) n 51 single-family vacancies (3 percent)

$934: overall average rent Multi-family 1-bedroom: $546 2-bedroom: $687 3-bedroom: $841 Single-family 2-bedroom: $755 3-bedroom: $966 4-bedroom: $1,295 5-bedroom: $1,506

Canyon County

Canyon County average rents

1,131 units managed n 564 multi-family n 567 single-family 38 vacancies (3 percent vacancy rate) n 17 multi-family vacancies (3 percent) n 21 single-family vacancies (4 percent)

$816: overall average rent Multi-family 1-bedroom: $460 2-bedroom: $648 3-bedroom: $773 Single-family 2-bedroom: $607 3-bedroom: $836 4-bedroom: $1,021 5-bedroom: $1,248

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Tereso Hernandez of Meridian is co-owner of Corona Village, which was founded almost 20 years ago. The restaurant has seem some hard times in the past few years with the road construction and economic slump, but loyal customers have kept it going and made the job fun, Hernandez said.

Corona Village owner reflects on past 19 years

lmost 19 years ago, Tereso Hernandez moved from Spokane, Wash., to Boise to join two of his friends in ownership of Meridian’s Corona Village. All these years later, Hernandez, the only local owner, is still the man behind the restaurant. But, it’s not about him, he says. Above all else, it’s about the customers. He knows many of the customers who come in and what they prefer to order. A group from India, for example, likes really spicy vegetarian dishes. “They like it hot, hot, and they don’t like meat,” Hernandez said. “So I got vegetables, I got rice and beans. No meat? OK, I’ll make you something special.” by Holly Beech One customer started hbeech@mymeridianpress.com buying pints of salsa so he © 2013 Meridian Press could send it back home to his family in New York. That’s how much they enjoyed it. Another customer’s family stops in at Corona Village first thing whenever they come to visit from Utah. “I like to see that,” Hernandez said. “... That’s what’s keeping me going.” Hernandez has seen kids grow up and start bringing in boyfriends or girlfriends and eventually their own small children. But owning a small business hasn’t been all happy stories. When the economy was healthier, Hernandez could employ 15 About Corona to 16 people, he said. Now that Village, Meridian number is down to 10. “We were always busy — you 1994: opened opened the door and it (was) 10: employees packed here all the time,” he said. 56: capacity A mix of the down economy and the road construction in front of his business, which is Connect located at Fairview Avenue and n 21 E. Fairview Ave., Meridian Road, has caused sales Meridian; 887-9348 to drop 15 to 20 percent, Hernan- n 4334 W. State St., dez said. Watching sales fall, he was afraid at times that the busi- Boise; 338-9707 n coronavillageid.com ness would have to close. To survive, he downsized the staff and started offering more coupons. “It’s a little better (now), I can’t complain,” Hernandez said.

Mexican food rooted in heritage All three partners grew up in Mexico, Hernandez said. He moved to the United States at age 17 and worked in orchards and fields for five years, following the harvest from state to state in the West. He started out in the restaurant industry at age 22 as a dishwasher, moving his way up to busser, server and cook. Hernandez was 25 years old when he became part-owner of Corona Village, where he uses the skills he learned to make dishes that keep people coming back for more. Hernandez lives in Meridian with his wife, Lucy Hernandez, and 8-year-old son, Alex.

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Stand Up Idaho bike ride combats bullying, abuse Sept. 28 in Nampa Four different bike rides will take place in the Treasure Valley Sept. 28 as an effort to stand up against bullying, drugs, alcohol and abuse. Meridian, Boise, Eagle, Nampa and Caldwell mayors will attend the Stand Up Idaho Community Challenge Ride event, along with organizations like Alive at 25, Buckle up for Bobby, MADD and Protect Idaho’s Kids Foundation. There will be live entertainment and a presentation by motivational speaker and author Milton Creagh, former host of the national PBS television series, “Parenting Works.” The bike rides start and end at the Idaho Center in Nampa. Riders are welcome to register online.

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Styles of Yesterday & Today The American Girl Fashion Show is a fun-filled event for girls and their families, friends, and favorite dolls! Celebrate the experience of being a girl, whether yesterday or today, through a colorful presentation of historical and contemporary fashions. Hosted by

To benefit

Ballet Idaho Academy Saturday, October 12, at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, October 12, at 4:00 p.m. Sunday, October 13, at 11:00 a.m. Sunday, October 13, at 4:00 p.m.

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Summit gives hands-on lessons about safe driving

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Above: Rocky Mountain High School sophomore Brianna Siddoway, left, tries to keep her balance while wearing vision-impairing goggles at Tuesdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Treasure Valley Youth Safety Summit at Wahooz in Meridian. Fellow Rocky Mountain student, freshman Emmaline Alexander, walks alongside to help if needed. Top left: Students texted while driving go karts at Tuesdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Treasure Valley Youth Safety Summit at Wahooz in Meridian to learn more about the dangers of distracted driving.

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ore than 230 high school students attended an all-day Treasure Valley Youth Safety Summit at Wahooz in Meridian Tuesday to learn about safe driving behavior. The teens tried out texting while driving go karts and wearing visionimpairing goggles while mini-golfing. They also learned about the dangers of bullying by playing laser tag on uneven teams. Dispersed throughout the day were presentations by community leaders, including motivational speaker Coach V, Derrick Boles with Stand Up America and Meridian Mayor Tammy de Weerd. The students were encouraged to take ideas back to their high schools to create a culture of safe behaviors.

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St. Luke’s helps school build new track

Olympic gold medalist and professional road bike racer Kristin Armstrong speaks to a large crowd Tuesday at Star Elementary School to celebrate the new track, made possible by St. Luke’s Health System.

St. Luke’s Health System provided more than $26,000 to build a new quarter-mile track for Star Elementary School. Construction was completed this summer and St. Luke’s joined about 500 community members Tuesday to celebrate. Olympic gold medalist and professional road bike racer Kristin Armstrong attended and signed autographs.

Kohl’s, St. Luke’s give back to community For the sixth year in a row, Kohl’s has donated money to St. Luke’s Children’s Hospital through the “Kohl’s Cares” cause merchandise program. On Saturday, Meridian Kohl’s General Manager Dave Grieser presented hospital director Bev Holland with a $66,347 grant during a health and youth safety fair, bringing the total amount given to more than $360,000. The money will support St. Luke’s Children’s Hospital’s efforts to prevent childhood obesity and encourage kids to buckle up and wear helmets and life jackets.

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Transystems is now hiring for their Boise Project for a 3 day haul to Canada and back. New trucks, very good pay and benefits. Applicant must have Class A CDL, ability to get a passport, winter driving experience and a minimum of 200K miles. Apply online at www.transystemsllc.com or call 866-253-5480.

CAREGIVER needed in Caldwell Tuesday 5:30 to 9:30PM and Saturday 9:30AM to 3:30PM for 26year old female with Special Needs. Duties include stomach feeding, transfers and body positioning. Requires current CPR/First Aid, Assistance with Medications and 6 months PAID experience with Developmental Disabilities. Call Josh at 466-3196.

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