west of Boise and the western entryway into the Treasure Valley. Caldwell is a hub for many small ag communities—adjacent to agriculture yet with a bustling city center. We are a city experiencing and anticipating a lot of future growth.” Mayor Jarom Wagoner highlights the challenges of managing Caldwell’s rapid development: “The biggest challenge we’ve faced as a community has been the exponential growth over the last five to ten years. While growth is a sign of success, it comes with its difficulties—keeping up with infrastructure like roads, water, and sewer and ensuring that residents have places to recreate, such as parks and playgrounds. We want people to enjoy everything Caldwell offers without leaving the city.” Over the past decade, Caldwell’s population has surged to over 73,000 residents, reflecting the city’s strategic investments in infrastructure, business development, and tourism. As more people discover Caldwell’s appeal as a desirable place to live,work,and play, the city continues to grow, skillfully balancing its rich historical roots with the opportunities of a dynamic and forward-thinking future. DEVELOPING A SPORTS AND EVENT DESTINATION Caldwell’s commitment to enhancing its community facilities has become a key driver of the city’s growth and vibrancy.The Caldwell Event Center, a vital civic, recreational, and cultural hub, recently underwent a transformative sub-area master plan. “This plan,” Jenkins explains,“was developed through extensive community feedback, including online surveys, open house events, and stakeholder meetings. It outlines a long-range vision for the site, and the concept endorsed by our city council is a state-of-the-art sports complex.” The Event Center is home to some of Caldwell’s most iconic events. Among them is the Caldwell Night Rodeo, which recently celebrated its centennial and ranks among the top five rodeos in the country, drawing 50,000 attendees annually. Similarly, the Canyon County Fair attracts 60,000 visitors yearly, further showcasing Caldwell’s enduring appeal as a regional destination.These events are complemented by athletic competitions at the College of Idaho, 31 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 02 CALDWELL, ID
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