Public Hearing for Two Ballot Initiatives 12/6/22

City Council will hold a public hearing for two ballot initiatives regarding the Driggs Reed Memorial Airport Operations on Tuesday, December 6, 2022 at 6pm in City Hall. Read more for public hearing details and information.

Draft Drinking Water Facility Plan Open House & Public Comment Period

The Drinking Water Facility Planning Study Draft is available, and the City is seeking public comments until December 16, 2022.

City Hall closed Nov 24 & 25: Happy Thanksgiving

Wishing everyone a warm and delicious Thanksgiving holiday. City Hall and staff offices will be closed in observation of the Thanksgiving holiday on Thursday, November 24th and Friday, November 25th.

Public Meeting Notice: Dec 6th City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a public meeting at their regularly scheduled meeting on December 6, 2022, to consider an application for final plat subdivision, creating a one-acre parcel from a larger 46 acre parcel located south of E Johnson Ave.

Public Hearings: 12/14 P&Z Commission Meeting

Click for further information about public hearing items to be heard at the upcoming Planning & Zoning Commission meeting.

November Issue of CityNews

City jobs, winter tips, holiday events and more in this issue ❄❄❄

Public Hearing: 12/06 City Council

Land Development Code Amendments (AMD22-2)

Public Hearing Notice for Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, November 9th, to consider a Conditional Use Permit for a cell tower located along LeGrande Pierre Avenue on parcel# RPA00000261207.

Waste Water Treatment Plant Lawsuit Will Ultimately Help The City Of Driggs

The Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) in the City of Driggs is out of compliance with its National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPEDS) permit. The NPEDS permit is issued under the Clean Water Act by the Environmental Protection Agency. As a result of the current facility’s inability to meet the allowed levels of ammonia in treated water discharged from the plant consistently, the judicial branch of the Environmental Protection Agency, the Department of Justice, has filed a lawsuit against the City of Driggs to help bring the plant into compliance.

Wastewater Treatment Plant Tour Scheduled for the Community Conversations with Mayor August Christensen.

Have questions about the city's Wastewater Treatment Plant? We have answers. The city is promoting Public Outreach on Plant (POOP), an information campaign on our city's Wastewater Treatment Plant and Facility Plan update.

October Issue of CityNews

October CityNews: City Admin Job, Airport FAQs, Facility Tours & more in this months issue.

City to Host Stone Ridge & Aspen Point Open House Tonight Monday, October 17th

The City is hosting a Public Open House for Monday, October 17, 2022 from 6pm to 8pm to answer property owner questions on Project AX22-3: STONE RIDGE PUD & ASPEN POINT PUD ANNEXATION.

Public Hearing 10/18 City Council

Public Hearing Regarding Amending Airport Board Terms

City Administrator Job Opening

This staff position with the City of Driggs is now open and accepting applications. First Review of applications will be on October 31, 2022.

Notice of Public Hearing on the Status of Funded Activities

The City of Driggs received an Idaho Community Development Block Grant in the amount of $500,000 from the Idaho Department of Commerce.  A public hearing for this will occur October 18, 2022 at the City Council Meeting.

We think you might have questions about the Airport's Runway Project!

We just updated our FAQ page on the airport website to try and answer your questions.

DURA Chair: Amanda Conner

“One thing I’ve witnessed in living here for 24 years is that the growth is inevitable, so rather than complaining about it, I want to be more involved and have a voice for how all this development takes place.” DURA Chairman Amanda Conner explains.

Neighborhood Meeting Aug 30th: Flats at Teton Peaks Subdivision

Community members and all who are interested are invited to attend a Neighborhood Meeting to discuss the proposed Flats at Teton Peaks Subdivision, located north of Ross Ave. The developer will be presenting on Tuesday, August 30th 6pm-8pm at Driggs City Hall.

Help Us Conserve Water This Summer!

Help us use water wisely this summer to ensure that our wells can keep up. Do Your Part! Stick to Assigned-Day Watering.

Enhance the Plaza With a New Gathering Space! We need your input! ¡Mejore la plaza con un nuevo espacio de reunión!

The City of Driggs is in the early stages of creating a new community gathering space. Please share your thoughts by completing this short survey.

City Council Seat opens as Scotty Stuntz moves after a decade in Driggs.

We need your comments to secure funding for roads!

The Idaho Transportation Department is inviting public comment on the Idaho Transportation Investment Program (ITIP) for 2023-2029 now through July 31, 2022.

2022 Water Quality Report available

Consumer Confidence Reports (CCRs), also known as water quality reports or drinking water quality reports, provide you with important information about the quality of your drinking water. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requires every community water supplier to provide a CCR to its customers.

City Hall is closed for Juneteenth Holiday but City Council Meeting & Public Hearing will still occur Monday, June 20th at 6 pm.

City of Driggs offices will be closed on Monday, June 20th in observance of the federal holiday, Juneteenth, which falls on a Sunday this year. However, the scheduled City Council Meeting with two public hearing items will still occur starting at 6 pm.

High Water Watch! Use Caution: Flooding may occur in areas of Teton County.

Due to the recent rain and the increase in temperatures we are experiencing an increase in the risk of flooding. The National Weather Service has put out a flood warning indicating that runoff will peak sometime within the next few days possibly resulting in minor flooding.

Read our June E-Newsletter

Warmer temperatures bring fun to the city and construction season! Learn all the latest in this month's CityNews!

Driggs Reed Memorial Airport Manager Position Open

The Driggs Reed Memorial Airport is now hiring a full-time position for Airport Manager: General Aviation with full benefits and a starting salary of $70K. Read more for details and the link to apply online.

Waste Water Treatment Plant Odor is Temporary

An odor has been present in town the last few weeks when the wind is blowing, and many are wondering what it is and where it is coming from. The odor is generated from the Waste Water Treatment Plant (WWTP) on the southwest side of town and, more specifically, from our sludge-holding lagoons.

Community Conversations with the Mayor

Join Mayor August Christensen on June 16th at 10 am for the first Community Conversations event!

Pubic Hearing Notice for City Council

City Council will host a public hearing on June 20th, 2022 during the regular City Council meeting regarding applications for an annexation and a subdivision preliminary plat.

Public Meeting for City Council on June 7th

The City Council will hold a public meeting to review the FINAL PLAT APPLICATION for Tributary Subdivision Phase III and the Rivers West Request for Reconsideration. There will be no opportunity for the public to comment on these agenda items.

Public Hearing Notice for Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, June 8th to consider a Zoning Map Amendment for 415 E Little Ave, from RS-7 (Residential Single Family and Two-Family) to the NX (Neighborhood Mixed Use) zone.

Public Hearing Notice for City Council Meeting on May 17th

City Council will deliberate on a proposed amendment to the Land Development Code to incentivize affordable housing and modify short-term rental code.

Public Hearing & Public Meeting Notice for Planning & Zoning

Several applications will be open for public comment during the Wednesday, May 11th P&Z Commission's regular meeting. Join in person, tune in online, or submit your comments in advance.

LeGrande Pierre road and pathway updates starting in May

The City of Driggs is pleased to provide this update on the LeGrand Pierre Avenue road and pathway improvements planned for the summers of 2022 and 2023. Road Grading will occur this May followed by a brand new pathway project with construction starting this July-August 2022!

April CityNews

Curious what the City has been up to? Read all about the latest Council Member, Affordable Housing, Grants, land developments, and more!

Press Release: March 25, 2022

SHERIFF'S OFFICE SEEKING HELP OF DRIGGS RESIDENTS ON ARMED ROBBERY CASE AND HOW RESIDENTS CAN SIGN UP FOR CODE RED ALERT SYSTEM

Public Hearing & Public Meeting Notice for City Council's April 19th meeting

Driggs City Council will hold a public hearing at 60 S. Main St. in Driggs City Hall and virtually via Zoom on Tuesday, April 19, 2022, at 6:00 pm to consider the application for SUB21-4: Rivers West Subdivision as well as a Public Meeting for ZC22-2: Zone Change on Little Avenue and 5th Street.

Public Hearing Notice for Planning & Zoning's April 13th meeting

Driggs Planning & Zoning Commission and the Teton County Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a JOINT public hearing at Driggs City Hall on Wednesday, April 13, 2022 at 6:30 PM to consider the application for a subdivision: SUB21-2 Mummford Solly's Subdivision Area of Impact.

Open House for Driggs Affordable Housing Code Amendments this Tuesday, March 22nd

The City of Driggs invites you to join staff, elected and appointed officials, stakeholders, and other community members between 2-4pm or 6-8pm in the City Hall Foyer for informal (drop-in) discussion of proposed 'first-round' amendments to the Driggs Land Development Code to encourage the development of affordable and workforce housing in the city. Refreshments will be provided.

New Member Appointed to City Council

A two-year seat appointment was ratified during Tuesday's meeting granting Miles Knowles another term on Driggs City Council.

Take our Park Survey by March 15th

Driggs has beautiful parks but we are planning to make them even better! We are partnering with Eastern Idaho Public Health to gather input on park usage, improvements, and ideas to make our parks better for all ages.

Upcoming Public Meetings 3/15 & 4/5

Driggs City Council will be holding two public meetings at Driggs City Hall for SUB21-9 and SUB22-2.

March Issue of CityNews

Driggs has a council seat open, job opportunities, and city limits even grew just a little. Read the whole scoop in the March issue of CityNews.

Public Hearing Notice for Planning & Zoning Commission

Wednesday, March 9, 2022, at 6:30pm the P&Z Commission will hold a public hearing for ZC22-3: Valley Centre Block 5-1 and SUB22-2: Short Plat Subdivision at 420 North Main Street.

DRIGGS AIRPORT MAKES CHANGES PRIOR TO JACKSON HOLE AIRPORT’S TEMPORARY CLOSURE

Our neighbors at the Jackson Hole Airport (JAC) will be closed from April 11 to June 27, 2022 for runway repairs.  New Landing Fees and other noise abatement measures aim to mitigate the impact of increased plane traffic during the closure.

Summary of ORDINANCE 440-21 Adoption

This is the formal adoption notice of Ordinance 440-21 which annexes the 5-acre parcel in the Mountain Vistas subdivision to be within city limits.

February CityNews

Driggs is currently accepting applications for interested residents that live within the city limits for an appointed two-year City Council seat. There is a new open mic time period for Community Input at the beginning of City Council Meetings and much more important news in this month's CityNews email newsletter.

Public Hearing for Annexation AX21-3

A public hearing for Tuesday, February 1st 6:00 pm at the City Council Meeting will be open for public comment.

FREE KN95 MASKS TO RESIDENTS AND BUSINESSES TO PROTECT AGAINST COVID-19 AS CASES SURGE

The City of Driggs is taking extra precautions to keep our community and City Staff healthy during the national and local surge in COVID-19 cases.  Our City Staff is working hard every day to maintain essential services and keep city business running smoothly.