Overview:
Boise
(pronounced boy-see), the capital and largest city in
the State of Idaho, is the hub of commerce, banking and
government for the state.
Located along the Boise River and nestled against foothills
of the Rocky Mountains, our city offers many outdoor
activities to local residents, from skiing at Bogus Basin
Ski Resort to biking on the Boise River Greenbelt to boating
at nearby reservoirs. The Boise area has it all - desert,
rivers, mountains and lakes for hiking, camping, kayaking,
river rafting, hunting and fishing.
Many large regional, national and international companies
are headquartered here, including Simplot Corporation, Boise
Cascade, Albertsons, Micron Technology and Hewlett-Packard.
Boise is home to Boise State University, the state's largest
university with an enrollment of over 15,000 students, as
well as 34 grade schools, 9 junior high schools, and 5 high
schools.
|
Population |
June 2000 |
|
City of Boise |
181,711 |
|
MSA - Ada & Canyon
Counties |
403,817 |
|
Average
Daily Temperature |
January |
April |
July |
October |
|
Fahrenheit Degree Range |
22 - 36 |
37 -61 |
58 - 90 |
29 - 65 |
Elevation:
2,842
feet
Annual
Rainfall: 12.11"
Average Wind:
9 m.p.h.
Sunshine
Days:
234
Climate:
The
Boise area's climate is pleasant year-round, with just
enough variation to make the change of seasons
enjoyable.
Average annual precipitation - 12.1 inches
Average annual snowfall - 21.4 inches
In the Boise area, occasional extreme temperatures of
cold and hot are still comfortable because of the
typically low humidity, sparse snowfall in the winter,
and frequent mild breeze.
Geography:
The geological forces that created Boise and the
Treasure Valley resulted in foothills that sweep up from
the city of Boise to mountains rising 7,600 feet in
altitude.
The area, on the western edge of the mountains, is
characterized as mountainous and desert.
The geology of the area includes a large concentration
of geothermal wells, springs and hot creeks.
History:
When French-Canadian trappers finished crossing the
territory's flat arid plain, the forest by the river was a
truly welcome sight. Therefore, they named it Boise, which
means "wooded." The city itself was not founded until 1863
after the gold rush reached the area. Boise, Idaho's
capital, is known as the city of Trees. The first government
in Idaho was in Lewiston, but was moved to Boise in 1864
after being in Lewiston only one year.
The founding of Boise: 1863
The incorporation date of Boise: 1864
Education:
Boise area residents know the secret to
success lies in education, which is a high priority
locally and statewide. Approximately two-thirds of the
state's general fund is allocated to education.
Idaho’s students consistently place well above the
national average on ACT, SAT and other achievement
tests. More than 96 percent of Idaho’s school-age
children attend public schools, demonstrating a high
level of public confidence and ensuring a
demographically balanced student population.
The Boise MSA (Ada and Canyon counties) ranks among the
top third of U.S. metro areas for percentage of adults
who have attained a bachelors degree or higher.
Boise
School District
Boise State University
Local Job
Search Websites:
BoiseIdahoJobs.com
Employment Services
Career Builder through The Idaho
Statesman Newspaper
Labor:
The
Boise MSA (Ada and Canyon counties) is a great place to
work!
Major employers in the Boise MSA include: government,
healthcare, manufacturing, hi-tech, call centers and the
construction industry.
If you're looking for employment in the Boise valley,
consult one of these Chamber members at the
Chamber of Commerce Employment website
Industry:
The
Treasure Valley economy is strong due to a healthy mix
of business, education, healthcare, retail,
manufacturing, government and the military and
professional communities - all working together to
provide stability and promise for more than 380,000
residents.
The natural resource industries are central to the
well-being of the area. Tourism is a major growth
factor of the Idaho economy. Idaho is an exquisite
state, beautiful from every angle. People come to the
area to ski, float the wild rivers, hunt, fish and
camp. The newest industry added to the mix is the high
tech manufacturing that has provided strong growth in
recent years. A regional trade and commerce center, the
area draws people from three states - eastern Oregon,
northern Nevada and southern Idaho - a combined
population of over 550,000 people. The professional
community is central to Boise's identity and integrity.
Some of the area's most talented professionals were
drawn here because this is a beautiful city in a
beautiful land.
Attractions:
Idaho Ballet
Boise Hawks Baseball
Idaho
Steelheads Hockey
Campgrounds
Idaho Ballet
Bogus Basin Ski Resort
Brundage
Mountain Ski Resort
Tamarack Ski and Golf Resort
Discovery Center of Idaho
Boise
Art Museum
Idaho
Historical Museum
Idaho Botanical Gardens
Idaho
Opera
World Center for Birds Of Prey
Zoo
Boise
Boise
Philharmonic
Idaho
Shakespeare Festival
Idaho
Ice World
Firebird Raceway
Meridian Motor Speedway
Roaring Springs Water Park
Local Media:
ABC KIVI Channel 6
CBS KBCI Channel 2
FOX
KTRV Channel 12
NBC
KTVB Channel 7
Independent KNIN Channel 9
Northwest Cable News
PBS
KAID Channel 4
The Arbiter (Boise State
University Student Newspaper)
Boise Weekly
Idaho
Press-Tribune
Idaho
Statesman
Idaho Business Review
Treasure
Valley Family Magazine
Medical:
The
Boise MSA offers world-class health care to its
citizens.
Saint Alphonsus and St. Luke's Regional Medical Centers,
located in Boise, maintain the latest in
state-of-the-art technology, excellent nursing and
support staffs, and offer numerous health and wellness
programs to the community.
West Valley Medical Center, located in Caldwell serves
many western Idaho communities in Canyon County.
Mercy
Medical Center is a 152-bed acute care facility located
in Nampa, Idaho.
View a
complete list of the health care resources >>>
click here
Parks and Recreation:
The
Boise area has a number of outstanding parks and
facilities with plenty of opportunity for recreational
and family activities, including golf, boating, youth
athletics, softball, football and baseball, biking,
skating or just picnicking. The Boise River Greenbelt
is located on both banks of the Boise River, covering
over 16 acres and providing more than 25 miles of paved
and graveled paths for walkers, bikers, skaters, joggers
and runners. For those wanting to experience the great
outdoors, our mountains, deserts, lakes and rivers offer
year-round recreation.
Rich forests, punctuated by clear, high mountain lakes,
stand in contrast to the quiet beauty of high desert
plains. The Boise area abounds with recreational and scenic
resources within a short trek from downtown.
Visit Boise City Parks & Recreation for additional
information
>>>
click here
Government:
The Local Government Committee works with elected
officials and appropriate government agencies to ensure
the Chamber’s perspective on local issues is fully
understood. Although most interaction is with Boise
City and Ada County, the Chamber also works with city
officials from Meridian, Eagle, Garden City and Kuna.
Schools:
Boise School District
Government:
City
Of Boise
Chamber Of Commerce:
Boise Chamber
Of Commerce
Library:
Boise
Public Library |
