We’ve heard questions and concerns about the location selected for the proposed police station, and we want to share more about how that decision was made.
City and Police leadership worked together to evaluate multiple potential sites across Rexburg, including downtown locations and areas such as Airport Road. Each option was carefully considered for cost, accessibility, response times, and long-term service to the community. Some locations were ultimately ruled out due to limitations that could impact public safety - for example, restricted access points that could affect emergency response.
The Pioneer Road site was selected because it allows for better accessibility, supports efficient response across the community, and significantly reduces overall project cost compared to other options. This site has already been purchased using funds the City set aside in prior years specifically for a future police facility.

The process for a new Rexburg Police Station has been years in the making, and decisions like site selection involve many factors. Our goal is to provide clear, transparent information about how those decisions were made.

Learn more about the scope of the project & the overall proposal of the bond: https://www.rexburg.org/o/cor/page/rpd-bond-scope
about 17 hours ago, City of Rexburg
"Examining a new building downtown or on Pioneer Road. When reviewing locations for a new police station, City officials looked at several site options. One site considered was the School District Admin building, also known as the old junior high, located at 60 W Main St. Here is a breakdown of some of the costs that were reviewed between the two locations." with a chart showing cost breakdown of costs. Downtown cost est.: $30.6 Mil. Pioneer Rd cost est.: $22 Mil. Difference: $8.6 Mil. Property Tax impact (per $100K): Downtown: $77.19 | Pioneer $53.48 "Building a police station facility at the site on Pioneer Road versus the downtown reduces the property tax impact by over 44%." "How long does it take to drive from each address to different locations? These numbers reflect normal drive time (NOT emergency response)" with a chart showing breakdown of times. "Avg. time difference between 2 sites: 21 seconds"
🌸📣 Spring Clean-Up is here! Today marks the start of our annual Spring Cleanup, running through April 27th! 📣🌸 Please remember the following rules:
🌳 This clean-up is for yard waste only—leaves, grass, and branches!
🗑️ No household garbage or materials like dirt, sod, rocks, or metal.
🍂All waste must be bundled or bagged, with branches no longer than 4ft and bundles weighing 50 lbs or less.
🌲 Please do not include root balls or tree trunks.
Place all waste behind the curb, avoiding the street or alley, and keep it clear of your trash container.

Our crews are happy to offer this service to our residents to help make lawn maintenance just a bit easier this time of year. Help keep them safe by "sticking" to the rules.
1 day ago, City of Rexburg
closeup/cut-off lawn mower mowing grass with jumbled text "spring cleanup 2026 | April 6-27" & the City logo
Rexburg’s current police station no longer meets today’s modern policing needs.

Based on the City’s research, a remodel could not correct current facility inadequacies, including security & safety, space constraints, evidence storage risks, shared-building concerns, and parking limitations.

A new facility is presented as the alternative that addresses those issues comprehensively.

Visit the City’s police station bond page, review project materials, and use the bond tax calculator to understand the estimated taxpayer impact. rexburg.org/rpd-station-bond
5 days ago, City of Rexburg
"Rexburg's current Police Station No longer meets today's needs" Infographic with image of proposed station overhead and existing station overhead & a chart displaying remodel or rebuild capabilities. See attached pdf for more info.
"Inadequacies of the Current Station Explained" with a list of inadequacies, icons, and brief descriptions. Also includes image of the front of the current police station and text of "the bottom line: Based on the City’s comparison, a remodel could not correct current facility inadequacies, including safety, space, evidence storage, parking, and long-term operational constraints. A new facility is presented as the option that addresses those issues comprehensively. Based on the City’s comparison, a remodel could not correct current facility inadequacies, including safety, space, evidence storage, parking, and long-term operational constraints. A new facility is presented as the option that addresses those issues comprehensively. Visit the City’s police station bond page, review project materials, and use the bond tax calculator to understand the estimated taxpayer impact." and link to this page. See the attached .pdf for more details.
What’s hopping at the front of City Hall? 🐰
A few of the bikes donated by local businesses for Saturday’s Easter event are on display, and they’re just a preview of the prizes waiting to be tucked into your basket!

Hop on over to Porter Park this Saturday and don’t be late! The egg hunt begins at 9 AM sharp!

A couple of quick notes:
• The carousel is free for all riders and will be open from 8–10 AM.
• The Egg Hunt has sections for kids ages 12 & under.
• Special needs guests are invited to hunt with our youngest group, helping to ensure everyone has an egg-ful of fun.
8 days ago, City of Rexburg
photo of a line of kids bikes in front of City Hall and some Easter graphics
🎆 BIG NEWS, REXBURG 🎆 We’re turning up the volume for our America 250 celebration... And we're bringing Russell Dickerson to Rexburg! 🤠🎤 Join us July 3rd for an unforgettable night of live music, high energy, and Idaho's beautiful skies as we kick off America’s 250th in style 🇺🇸 Bring your friends, your family, and your American spirit. This is one show you won’t want to miss! Tickets go on sale Wednesday! Keep your eyes on our page for more details soon. 👀 Extra thanks to our co-hosts at Madison County, our sponsors at MadisonHealth & Stone's Toyota, and to MSD #321 for the use of Bobcat Stadium for this groundbreaking event!
8 days ago, City of Rexburg
photo of Russell Dickerson on a poster with text “July 3, 2026, Rexburg, ID, Madison Bobcat Stadium” QR code and logo for event “America 250” and logos for sponsor - city of Rexburg, Madison health, Toyota, and Madison county
Want to learn more about how the Rexburg Police Department is planning its new facility project? If you'd like to schedule a neighborhood meeting, our Police Department would be happy to come and share information about the newly proposed facility and the bond. Contact the Police Department for more info: (208) 359-3008
9 days ago, City of Rexburg
graphic of a police station and text "offering neighborhood meetings | graphic is not intended to depict current or future police station" and Rexburg logo
The current police station imposes real constraints on modern policing: confidential interactions with the public and victims, secure evidence handling, and day-to-day operational capabilities are strained by a lack of usable space. See what the facility looks like today at our Rexburg Police Station Open House this Monday (March 30th) from 4 to 6 pm.

The current facility is located at 25 E Main St. Come in and share our current station, along with your questions.
11 days ago, City of Rexburg
"Rexburg Police Bond Open House Tours & Q&A | March 30th 4-6 pm | Rexburg Police Station" with graphic of blue decorative circles and a mostly transparent background image of the new proposed station layout
Rexburg's annual Easter Egg hunt is next Saturday, April 4th in Porter Park! 🪺 **we're starting earlier than usual...and the hunt begins at 9 am SHARP!** ‼️ The carousel will be running from 8-10am. 🎠 Come for the eggs, prizes, and bike giveaways. Stay for the FUN!! 🥚🚲🤩 Thank you to the Rexburg Kiwanis Club for hosting this egg-citing event for our community! 🙏🐣
11 days ago, City of Rexburg
graphic of Easter basket on grass with eggs and 2 bunny silhouettes with text info shown in the post “egg hunt April 4th 9 am carousel 8-10 am @ Porter Park”
Every vote matters; participation is how residents shape City decisions.
Absentee ballots will be mailed next Friday, April 3rd, in Madison County. If you need to register for an absentee ballot, now is the time!
13 days ago, City of Rexburg
graphic of a pile of "vote" buttons and text "Every Vote Counts | Absentee Ballots Get Mailed April 3rd!" and the Rexburg logo
We understand there are questions about how funds are managed, and we’re always happy to answer your questions. Clear processes and accountability are central to how your City operates!
Each year, Rexburg’s budget is developed through a structured process involving department leaders, financial oversight, and City Council review and adoption. It includes multiple layers of evaluation, public hearings, and formal approval before taking effect.
We’ll be sharing more about how the budget works, including how different funds are used and what they can and can’t be spent on.
Learn more and view full reports at: www.rexburg.org/o/cor/page/budget-reports
20 days ago, City of Rexburg
Spotlight on Rexburg's Budget, showing City Hall and asking how the city sets a budget.
Spotlight on Rexburg's Budget explains the city's fiscal year runs from October 1st to September 30th and mentions the current fiscal year is FY26. It also shows illustrations of three city employees analyzing budgets and plans.
Spotlight on Rexburg's Budget infographic listing 16 departments serving the community, including IT, Legal/Attorney, Mayor, Parks & Recreation, Planning & Zoning, Police, Public Information, Public Works, Building, Cultural Arts, Customer Services, Economic Development, Finance, GIS, and Golf. It also provides a link to Rexburg's Budget Reports.
Spotlight on Rexburg's Budget. The infographic explains the budget review process. It shows two men, one holding a calculator and a report, and the other in a suit and tie. The text details meetings between department heads, the CFO, and the Mayor. A website link for Rexburg's Budget Reports is provided.
Spotlight on Rexburg's Budget: The CFO and Mayor prepare the tentative budget for City Council review, followed by a public hearing for community input. Information is available on Rexburg's Budget Reports website.
An illustration showing the Rexburg budget approval process: a department head prepares the budget, the mayor and finance review it, and the city council approves it, after which the budget is formally adopted.
Spotlight on Rexburg's budget explaining how budgets are monitored all year, with text about adjustments and approval, and an image of US dollar bills and a gold coin representing finance.
City Crews are beginning crack sealing and other street repairs today along 12th West. The project is expected to finish
March 31st. Temporary single-lane closures are possible throughout the length of the project.

With this, construction season has officially begun. Please keep vigilant eyes open for construction crews in work areas.
21 days ago, City of Rexburg
"NOTICE Construction season has begun! Please watch for workers" text with a faded photo of road construction trucks parked and a graphic of 2 streets workers shoveling road material from a wheelbarrow.

Do you have questions about the Police Station Bond?
Stop by tonight’s Town Hall to connect one-on-one with City leaders, police staff, and project experts.

🕔 5–6 PM
📍 City Council Chambers

Stop by anytime during the hour to get your questions answered and better understand the proposal before tonight’s City Council meeting.

Council Chambers is located in the back of City Hall (35 N 1st E.). Enter the double doors facing the rear parking lot.

21 days ago, City of Rexburg
Square Graphic with "Rexburg Police Bond Town Hall Q&A Tonight, March 18th, 5-6pm, Council Chambers" text with transparent image of the project layout and decorative circle border elements
🍀 A little luck can go a long way…
Today’s a great day to take a chance on something new, and your next opportunity might be closer than you think.

Explore opportunities with the City of Rexburg and help shape the community you call home.
View current openings & apply: rexburg.org/jobs
22 days ago, City of Rexburg
green text boxes with text | Team Rexburg is Hiring! Join America's Family Workplace Professionals Needed: Street Operator/Sanitation Driver Part-Time IT-Techinician II Part-Time Cultural Arts Staff Plus Parks, Rec, Golf, Water Part-time/Seasonal Positions | Learn More & Apply Now Rexburg.org/jobs | photo of a man holding a blue hard with a clover on it and a pot of gold | the Rexburg logo
green text boxes with text | Team Rexburg is Hiring! Join America's Family Workplace | Cultural Arts Positions: Tech Assistant, Events Crew | Learn More & Apply Now Rexburg.org/jobs | photo of two adults cross armed standing back to back with work badges around their neck, a leprechaun dancing on one of their shoulders and a pot of gold | the Rexburg logo
The Rexburg Tabernacle Orchestra will be performing tomorrow evening, March 12th, at the Tabernacle Civic Center.
We've heard this might be their most beautiful collection of pieces yet, and we can't wait to delight in the wonder of their musical sounds!

We hope you join us. Admission is Free!
Donations for the renovation of our Tabernacle are always welcome. Next week, work begins on a new HVAC installation. This will be the last opportunity for a few months to enjoy a concert in our Civic Center!

Thank you to Toyota for sponsoring this concert!
27 days ago, Cultural Arts
closeup of a person's hands as they play the flute. "Rexburg Tabernacle Orchestra, March 12. 7:30 pm. Free Admission. Mozart Bodin Verdi. Tabernacle Civic Center. Powered by Toyota" and the Rexburg logo
closeup of a person's hands playing the harp. "rexburg tabernacle orchestra. Mozart. Bodin. Verdi. Fea. Mark Seare, Conductor, Kristen Moncayo, Harp, Susan Thomas, Flute. March 12. 7:30 pm. Tabernacle Civic Center
The Teton Dam "Flood 50" commemoration event is coming! Keep your eyes towards June!

Come see what it's all about at our booth during the Founders' Day Fair. It's this Saturday, March 14th, from 11 am - 3 pm at the Madison School District Offices Gymnasium (60 W Main Street).

Also, plan to visit with other City departments who will be there to chat about their initiatives this year.
We have big plans, and we hope to see you there!
28 days ago, Cultural Arts
People sitting on a green space lawn with text "a week in Rexburg you don't want to miss" and the "Flood 50" logo
Our community is growing, and we are too! We’re in a rough spot, like a kid that needs a bigger bed; we’re outgrowing our space. The current station does not meet modern operational needs for space, technology, secure evidence handling, or private/confidential interactions with the public. We want to prioritize keeping our community safe, but we need some more space to do it. That’s why we’re proposing a bond for a new facility.

Learn more about it at our website: https://www.rexburg.org/o/cor/page/rpd-station-bond
28 days ago, City of Rexburg
graphic a large mass of people behind 4 police officers who are chatting casually. "Rexburg keeps growing | 0.9 officers per 1000 residents , US Criminal Justice Standard is 2.14 officers per 1,000 residents."

During our January survey, we heard that one of our community’s primary concerns was property tax impact/affordability.  That’s why we’ve created a page dedicated to how your property taxes support the City, County, and School systems. Knowing where your money goes keeps us all better informed. For more finance info about the bond, visit: https://www.rexburg.org/o/cor/page/bond-tax-calculator

about 1 month ago, City of Rexburg
Spotlight on Property Taxes: Where do my property taxes go?
Spotlight on Property Taxes: Property values are determined by the county tax assessor. They’re based on: Your property's assessed value & Budgets of local taxing districts to provide community services
Spotlight on Property Taxes: Idaho law limits how much property tax revenue can increase each year to 3%. This is designed to cover: • Inflation • Ongoing services • Smaller capital needs Thus, Idaho Law allows for separate funding sources for large projects, like new facilities or major infrastructure updates. These funds can include: Voter-approved bonds Levies Local Improvement Districts (LIDs) Idaho State Law (Idaho Code 63-802) legislature.idaho.gov/statutesrules/idstat/title63/t63ch8/sect63-802
Spotlight on Property Taxes: For Rexburg City residents, Property taxes are divided between several local taxing districts, including: Madison County - 45.9% Cities (like Rexburg) - 30.8% Madison School District - 18.3% Library District - 4.6% Cemetery - 0.3% Idaho State Law (Idaho Code 63-802) legislature.idaho.gov/statutesrules/idstat/title63/t63ch8/sect63-802
Spotlight on Property Taxes: How are my property taxes divided? As Rexburg is in Madison County, city residents pay a portion of taxes to both the city and the county. Tax bills are paid directly to Madison County, and the funds are distributed appropriately. rexburg.org/o/cor/page/property-taxes
Spotlight on Property Taxes: How does the City spend the taxes? The City of Rexburg uses property tax funds for Police, Fire, and Parks & Recreation. rexburg.org/o/cor/page/property-taxes
Spotlight on Property Taxes: What is the Police Budget used for? The Police Department accounts for 7.34% ($8.17 million) of the City’s total annual budget. Property taxes account for about half of this amount. This budget funds: 48 full-time Police officers and staff Operational costs like: Vehicle service equipment Radios & communication needs Computer & reporting systems Safety equipment Training rexburg.org/o/cor/page/budget-reports
Join us as we honor past council members & welcome our new leaders while reaffirming our community’s commitment to public service & civic engagement.

Mayor Merrill will present our Citizen of the Year awards, and there will be performances by local students and performance groups in this ceremony, designed to celebrate community spirit.

Reception with light refreshments and a ceremony will be held at the Romance Theater, next Tuesday, March 10th, at 7 pm.
about 1 month ago, City of Rexburg
Lighting the Way Invitation with text as seen in the post.

We’d like to thank our community for participating in last month’s survey about the RPD bond. Based on the survey results, we made changes to our bond plan that we’re excited to share with you. We look forward to working on this project together to continue making Rexburg the safest city in Idaho.

Learn more: https://www.rexburg.org/page/rpd-station-bond-survey

about 1 month ago, City of Rexburg
"You spoke up & Rexburg listened" text graphic with image of a sketched officer holding two paddles, one with a smiley face and one with a frown. "Police Station Bond Survey Results"
The March Rexburg Rexburg Roundup is live! Inside, you'll find info about the Police Station Bond Survey & May Election, Rexburg Founder's Day, Safety Initiatives from RPD, HOLES! Live on Stage, and more.

Stay informed and check it out here: https://www.rexburg.org/news
To get our monthly roundups via email, sign up here: https://www.rexburg.org/forms/subscription-list
about 1 month ago, City of Rexburg
Rexburg Roundup: March 2026 with image of small white flower in bloom underneath snow