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To view the Opportunity Meridian Flyer in Chinese click here 要观看机会子午飞行物用中文这里点击 View on ExposureRoom View on ExposureRoom View on ExposureRoom
</description><author>Lucas Cavener</author><pubDate>Tue, 15 Jun 2010 15:38:08 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Zoning Map Future Land Use Map</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/planning.aspx?id=231</link><description>
Zoning Map Future Land Use Map Future Land Use Map Ten Mile Interchange Specific Area  NOTE   The information shown on this map is compiled from various sources and is subject to constant revision.  The City of Meridian makes no warranty or guarantee
</description><author>Barbara Shiffer</author><pubDate>Fri, 11 Jun 2010 20:07:33 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>YPMain</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/youth_programs.aspx?id=2503</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;    Mayor Tammy de Weerd has had a commitment to our youth. We as a community must recognize that our youth are 20% of our population and 100% of our future. The City of Meridian is commited to our area&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Robert Simison</author><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2009 21:24:45 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Youth Members Appointed to City Commissions</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=4186</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;NEWS RELEASE   November 19, 2009 For Additional Information Robert Simison, Meridian Mayor’s Office (208) 888 4433     YOUTH MEMBERS APPOINTED TO MERIDIAN COMMISSIONS   Meridian, ID – (November 19, 2009) – Meridian Mayor Tammy de Weerd’s completed the appointment&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Shelly Houston</author><pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:33:55 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Youth Focus</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/economic_excellence.aspx?id=344</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Youth Focus    Meridian is recognized as one of the 100 Best Communities for Youth in the nation.  We have pledged to support America’s Five Promises for Youth, providing a multitude of programs and activities to help develop our children with&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Will Shannon</author><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2009 21:27:08 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Youth Commissions &amp;amp; Task Force</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/yoc/</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;The youth of Meridian are creative, engaging, and demonstrate incredible character this is why Mayor Tammy has looked to our young adults for insight and input to the City of Meridian and its various commissions, boards, and task forces. Commissions&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Shelly Houston</author><pubDate>Mon, 09 Aug 2010 20:30:56 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Youth Can Apply for City Boards &amp;amp; Commissions</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/local_government.aspx?id=6045</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;The youth of Meridian are creative, engaging, and demonstrate incredible character this is why Mayor Tammy has looked to our young adults for insight and input to the City of Meridian and its various commissions, boards, and task forces.  &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Shelly Houston</author><pubDate>Mon, 09 Aug 2010 20:45:21 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Workplace Emissions</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/emissions/</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;  Emissions&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Robert Simison</author><pubDate>Tue, 08 Jun 2010 04:35:50 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Workforce Needs</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/issues_and_priorities.aspx?id=2928</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Workforce Needs Companies that bring family wage jobs need educated workers.  To address that need, the Mayor’s Professional and Workforce Development Advisory Council was created to facilitate the development of a professional and ready workforce for our business community and specific&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Robert Simison</author><pubDate>Tue, 08 Jun 2010 04:31:16 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Winter Volleyball</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/parks_rec.aspx?id=218</link><description>
C1 Schedule  C1 Tournament Brackets     C2a Schedule  C2a Tournament Brackets     C2b Schedule  C2b Tournament Brackets     C3a Schedule  C3a Tournament Brackets     C3b Schedule  C3b Tournament Brackets     C4 Schedule  C4 Tournament Brackets     C5 Schedule  C5 Tournament
</description><author>Garrett White</author><pubDate>Wed, 04 Aug 2010 16:11:50 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Winter Hours for Meridian Bark Park</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=4037</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;&amp;#160; Effective October 27, 2009 &amp;#160; The dog park will be open to the public Friday through Monday from 30 minutes before sunrise until 30 minutes after sundown.&amp;#160; With the cooler weather the grass will be going dormant we need&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Lucas Cavener</author><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2009 19:40:06 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Winter Basketball</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/parks_rec.aspx?id=1076</link><description>
Meridian Parks and RecreationMen's Basketball    Men's Upper Division ScheduleMen's Upper Division Tournament Men's Middle Division ScheduleMen's Middle Division Tournament Men's Lower Division ScheduleMen's Lower Division Tournament  League Standings   2008 2009 Basketball Registration Form 2008 2009 Basketball By Laws 2008 2009 Basketball Roster Under 18 Parent Guardian Release
</description><author>Garrett White</author><pubDate>Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:59:37 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Winter 2009 City Newsletter Now Online</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=4244</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Greetings from the City of Meridian Mayor’s Office &amp;#160; We’re dropping you this note to remind you of some upcoming events, as well as to let you know that the&amp;#160;Winter 2009 Issue of the&amp;#160;CityNews newsletter is now available online. &amp;#160;&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Shelly Houston</author><pubDate>Tue, 01 Dec 2009 22:32:23 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Why Arts Matter</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/city_government.aspx?id=1474</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Arts Matter &amp;#160;Quality of LifeThe availability of cultural activities in an area is an important consideration in choosing a new location&amp;#160;Culture &amp;amp; TourismAccording to a survey by the&amp;#160;Travel Industry&amp;#160;Association of American,&amp;#160;two thirds (65%) of American adults travelers say they include&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>BUILTIN BUILTIN</author><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 18:51:22 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Where the Wild Things Are(2)</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/parks_rec.aspx?id=1102</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;CableONE Movie Night in Meridian     Journey to the Center of the Earth 3D       Brendan Fraser, Josh Hutcherson, Anita Briem New Line Cinema; Directed by Eric Brevig Rated PG; 92 minutes; 2008     Free 3D glasses for the first 2,000 people!          A scientist whose radical theori&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Colin Moss</author><pubDate>Wed, 10 Feb 2010 17:34:43 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>When I come upon a car wreck, what should I do?</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/blogs.aspx?id=4603&amp;blogid=701</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;&amp;#160; The Meridian Fire Department is often asked “what’s the right thing to do if I come upon a car wreck?” It’s a great question, and one that has a few different answers depending on the situation. First and foremost,&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Lucas Cavener</author><pubDate>Thu, 21 Jan 2010 16:22:07 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Werk&amp;#39;s World</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/local_government.aspx?id=3290</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Mayor Tammy de Weerd's appearacne on the Werks Worlds Show hosted by State Senator Elliot Werk of District 17&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Lucas Cavener</author><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2009 19:41:37 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Weekly Report</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=5296</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click here to view the weekly report. &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Mindi Smith</author><pubDate>Mon, 10 May 2010 15:34:51 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Weekly Building Reports</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/building.aspx?id=104</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;  2009 Building Reports Jan 5th 9th 2009Jan 12th 16th 2009Jan 19th 23rd 2009Jan 26th 30th 2009Feb 2nd 6th 2009   2008 Building Reports Jan7th 11th 2008Jan 14th 18th 2008Jan 21st 25th 2008jan 28th Feb 1st 2008Feb 4th 8th 2008Feb 11th 15th 2008Feb&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Mindi Smith</author><pubDate>Mon, 04 Jan 2010 16:50:31 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Water Use Around Your Home, and How You Can Save This Summer(2)</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/blogs.aspx?id=6200&amp;blogid=701</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;   The first step in understanding how to conserve water in your home is to know where water is used.  
  Most people use 50 to 70 gallons of water indoors each day and as much as the same amount outdoors, depending on the season. Indoors, three-quarters of all the water is used in the bathroom and outdoors, lawn and &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Lucas Cavener</author><pubDate>Tue, 24 Aug 2010 15:45:54 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Water Use Around Your Home, and How You Can Save This Summer</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/blogs.aspx?id=3419&amp;blogid=701</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;The first step in understanding how to conserve water in your home is to know where water is used. Most people use 50 to 70 gallons of water indoors each day and as much as the same amount outdoors, depending&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Lucas Cavener</author><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2009 15:07:25 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Water Superintendent</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/human_resources.aspx?id=5883</link><description>
Job Title   Water Superintendent Department   Water Division Reports to   Utilities Operations Manager Open Date   7 16 2010 Close Date Open Until Filled Hiring Salary $5,278 $6,597 per Month DOE Salary Range $5,278 $8,247 per Month DOE
</description><author>Chris Lloyd</author><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jul 2010 17:13:45 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Water Quality Tests</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/water.aspx?id=294</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Frequency of Water Quality Tests Inorganic compounds every 3 years Synthetic Organic compounds every 3 years Volatile organic contaminants every 3 years Bacteria Monthly (50 sampling locations based on population criteria set by DEQ) Total number of water quality tests&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Marilyn Sutherland</author><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2009 16:00:18 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Water Left Nav Menu</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/water.aspx?id=413</link><description>
&lt;p&gt; Water Department  Employees  News Archive &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>David Tiede</author><pubDate>Wed, 26 May 2010 20:52:09 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Water Flushing Notice</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/water.aspx?id=299</link><description>
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</description><author>Becky Licari</author><pubDate>Thu, 12 Aug 2010 20:42:07 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Water Division</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/water.aspx?id=285</link><description>
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</description><author>Becky Licari</author><pubDate>Thu, 12 Aug 2010 19:08:25 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Water Building Office Project</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/water.aspx?id=300</link><description>
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</description><author>Will Shannon</author><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2009 16:47:47 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Wastewater Pretreatment Program</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/environmental.aspx?id=3252</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Mission Statement &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Tim Curns</author><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2009 19:56:28 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Wastewater Division</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/waste_water.aspx?id=302</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Our Mission The Waste Water Department exists to provide reliable, continuous, safe, and economical sewer service to its customers. We are dedicated to the collection, transmission, treatment, and disposal of the wastewaters generated within the City of Meridian in order&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Becky Licari</author><pubDate>Mon, 03 May 2010 18:00:48 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Waste Water Left Nav Menu</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/departments.aspx?id=412</link><description>
&lt;p&gt; Waste Water Department  General Information  Employees &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Mike Tanner</author><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 21:28:50 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>VPN (Remote Access)</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/technology.aspx?id=284</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;https vpn.meridiancity.org dana na auth url_default welcome.cgi &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Will Shannon</author><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2009 16:55:55 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Vote for Settlers Park and Storey Park for Best Playground or Park in the &amp;#39;Boise Area&amp;#39;</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=2842</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Settlers Park Adventure Island Playground and Storey Park have both been nominated for a Nickelodeon’s Parents’ Picks Awards for Best Playground or Park in the ‘Boise Area’.&amp;#160; Voting is allowed daily and runs through July 15. To vote for your&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Robert Simison</author><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2009 02:31:22 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Volunteering for the City of Meridian</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/blogs.aspx?id=5803&amp;blogid=701</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;   Earlier this year my wife and I decided to move our family from Southeastern Idaho. I wanted to make a career change and needed experience in a planning department. &amp;#160;  The county planner back home gave me some contacts in the area, so I decided to contact a few planners in the Treasure Valley to see if there was a n&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Lucas Cavener</author><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jul 2010 14:15:51 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Videos</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/local_government.aspx?id=2528</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Meridian Firefighters 2009 Chili Cook Off&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Lucas Cavener</author><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jul 2010 18:12:34 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Video Main</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/local_government.aspx?id=4803</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Community Videos       Welcome     2010 State of the City Built For Business     Designed for Living Kleiner Park          &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Lucas Cavener</author><pubDate>Thu, 11 Feb 2010 21:12:28 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Valley Professionals Headline Meridian Business Day</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=4136</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;NEWS RELEASE   November 9, 2009 For Additional Information Luke Cavener, Meridian Mayor’s Office (208) 489 0535     VALLEY BUSINESS PROFESSIONALS HEADLINE MERIDIAN BUSINESS DAY   Meridian, ID – (November 9, 2009) – Building on the success of the&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Shelly Houston</author><pubDate>Mon, 09 Nov 2009 22:19:42 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Utility Operations Manager</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/human_resources.aspx?id=5418</link><description>
Job Title   Utility Operations Manager  Date   05 14 2010 Department   Public Works                                                                                         Reports To   Public Works Director  Hiring Salary   $5,806.00 $7,257.00 Monthly DOE  Salary Range   $5,806.00 $9,071.00 Monthly DOE  Close Date   Open until filled                                                                             JOB
</description><author>Chris Lloyd</author><pubDate>Wed, 09 Jun 2010 16:15:48 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Utility Billing Services</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/blogs.aspx?id=3681&amp;blogid=701</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Utility Billing consists of seven staff members that are responsible for the maintenance and oversight of the current 31,285 accounts as well as the customer care for each.&amp;#160; Our department is responsible for the billing of water, sewer, trash, sprinkler&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Lucas Cavener</author><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2009 16:57:14 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Utility Billing Payment Services</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/blogs.aspx?id=4722&amp;blogid=701</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;  The City of Meridian Utility Department has provided customers several options in order to make their payments in the most personally convenient way.   Current Payment Options Include Phone with Visa or MasterCard.  $1.50 fee per transaction charged Online&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Lucas Cavener</author><pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2010 17:50:07 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Utility Billing Left Nav Menu</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/Services.aspx?id=390</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Back to Services  Utility Billing  Employees &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Mike Tanner</author><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 20:24:17 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Utility Billing FAQs</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/sanitary_services.aspx?id=61</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Question What forms of payments are accepted for city utilities? Answer At this time we accept check, cash and money orders.   Question Does the City of Meridian have a residential recycling program? Answer Yes, the city has a recycling&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Karie Glenn</author><pubDate>Wed, 25 Nov 2009 18:08:46 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Utility Billing</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/utility_billing.aspx?id=87</link><description>
WATER, SEWER USER FEE INCREASE EFFECTIVE JANUARY 5, 2009New Water Base Fee $4.24 New Water Usage Fee $1.46 per 1,000 gallonsNew Sewer Base Fee $4.98 New Sewer Usage Fee
</description><author>Karie Glenn</author><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jul 2010 17:32:31 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>USPS Mailbox Locations</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/sanitary_services.aspx?id=59</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;  Click here to see a map of Meridian Mailbox Locations   &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Will Shannon</author><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2009 17:08:45 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Used Oil Recycling</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/sanitary_services.aspx?id=60</link><description>
Residential customers are encouraged to participate in our curbside used oil recycling program.  Residents can place up to 2 gallons of used cooking and or motor oil per week next to their garbage cans on their trash collection day.  All used
</description><author>Symantha Zeimet</author><pubDate>Mon, 02 Aug 2010 01:36:12 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Use of the City of Meridian Logo</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=316</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;To assure that the City of Meridian logo is used consistently and in ways that respects the integrity of the City's brand, the following Graphics Standards Manual has been prepared to demonstrate acceptable and&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Robert Simison</author><pubDate>Thu, 24 Jun 2010 23:57:57 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Updated Special City Council Meeting Agenda November 30, 2009</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=4227</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click HERE to view the updated agenda from the November 30, 2009 Special City Council Meeting. &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Jacy Jones</author><pubDate>Mon, 30 Nov 2009 19:31:14 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Updated February 9, 2010 City Council Meeting Agenda</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=4784</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click HERE to view the updated agenda from the February 9, 2010 City Council meeting.  &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Jacy Jones</author><pubDate>Wed, 10 Feb 2010 18:31:25 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Updated December 8, 2009 City Council Meeting Agenda</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=4290</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click HERE to view the updated agenda from the December 8, 2009 City Council Meeting &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Jacy Jones</author><pubDate>Wed, 09 Dec 2009 23:43:14 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Updated City Council Special Meeting Agenda August 3, 2010</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=5991</link><description>
Click here to view the August 3, 2010 City Council Special meeting agenda
</description><author>Jacy Jones</author><pubDate>Wed, 04 Aug 2010 14:22:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Updated City Council Meeting Agenda November 24, 2009</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=4219</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click HERE for the updated agenda for the November 24, 2009 Meridian City Council Meeting. &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Jacy Jones</author><pubDate>Wed, 25 Nov 2009 19:17:44 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Updated City Council Agenda for December 8, 2009</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=4268</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click HERE to see the updated City Council Agenda for December 8, 2009.&amp;#160; The Agenda was updated due to the addition of items 5L and 5M. &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Jaycee Holman</author><pubDate>Fri, 04 Dec 2009 23:27:16 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Updated August 17, 2010 Special Pre-Council AND Special City Council Meeting Agendas</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=6156</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click HERE to view the updated agenda from the August 17, 2010 Special Pre Council meeting. &amp;#160; Click HERE to view the updated agenda from the August 17, 2010 Special City Council meeting. &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Jacy Jones</author><pubDate>Wed, 18 Aug 2010 14:35:37 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Updated Agenda from the January 26, 2010 City Council Meeting</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=4658</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click HERE to View the Updated Agenda From the January 26, 2010 City Council Meeting. &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Jacy Jones</author><pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 16:00:58 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Upcoming Events</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/planning.aspx?id=2399</link><description>
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</description><author>Will Shannon</author><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2009 16:36:20 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Upcoming Events</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/Departments.aspx?id=2332</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Barbara Shiffer</author><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2009 21:11:35 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Underage Drinking</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/blogs.aspx?id=5319&amp;blogid=701</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;  “It’s no big deal.” “It’s just a rite of passage.” “I did it as a kid and I turned out okay.” These are the sentiments often heard from adults in our community about underage drinking. Let’s face it, on&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Lucas Cavener</author><pubDate>Fri, 30 Apr 2010 20:31:39 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Under Construction</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/city_clerk.aspx?id=2851</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;This page is under construction &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2009 15:59:45 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Twitter Links</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/local_government.aspx?id=2918</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Meridians citizens are very diverse,  embracing news ways to communicate allof The City of Meridian and its resadents to interact like never before.  Follow the City of Meridian and its various departments as we tweet useful, fun and imprtant information.  &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Mike Tanner</author><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2009 17:48:28 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Turn-off Procedures</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/utility_billing.aspx?id=2891</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;The City of Meridian disconnects water for non payment two (2) times a month as directed and approved by the City Council.  For your convenience a schedule of the year's billing and turn off dates has been posted on our&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Karie Glenn</author><pubDate>Thu, 29 Apr 2010 17:34:22 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Turn-off Dates</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/utility_billing.aspx?id=2893</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;    2009 Shut Off Dates Bill Date Must be paid by 2pm on Or Water will be SHUT OFF on 1 5 2009 2 24 2009 2 25 2009 1 20 2009 3 9 2009 3 10 2009 2 5&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Karie Glenn</author><pubDate>Thu, 29 Apr 2010 17:38:25 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Tully Park</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/parks_rec.aspx?id=1092</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Meridian Parks and Recreation Current Parks Tully Park (Park Type:  Community) Amenities :  Open Play, Shelters, Picnic Area, Playground, Restrooms, Volleyball Court, Softball Fields, Basketball Court, Bike Racks, Skateboard Park, Drinking Fountain, Walking Path, Off-street Parking   &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Rachel Myers</author><pubDate>Mon, 08 Mar 2010 18:39:41 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Trash Left Nav Menu</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/Services.aspx?id=389</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Back to Services  Sanitary Services Co.  Automated Collection &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Mike Tanner</author><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 14:29:54 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Trash Collection &amp;amp; Billing</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/sanitary_services.aspx?id=64</link><description>
Click here for the answers to several commonly asked questions regarding garbage billing. Please have your garbage set out by 7 00 A.M. and within 5 feet of the curb or alley on your collection day.  If you have questions, call us at
</description><author>Symantha Zeimet</author><pubDate>Mon, 02 Aug 2010 01:53:02 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Trash Collection - E-mail List</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/sanitary_services.aspx?id=51</link><description>
We have established a list of customers who would like to be notified of upcoming collection schedule changes and program changes via e mail.         If you are interested in receiving this type of information please send
</description><author>Symantha Zeimet</author><pubDate>Mon, 02 Aug 2010 01:23:59 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Transportation Task Force</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/lights_streets_traffic_transit.aspx?id=2022</link><description>
May 7th Packet
</description><author>Caleb Hood</author><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jul 2010 21:29:05 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Transportation Priorities</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/blogs.aspx?id=3880&amp;blogid=701</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;There is no doubt that there are many transportation related improvements that are needed in our community. The City of Meridian’s Transportation Task Force (TTF) is the group charged with annually compiling the list of the most needed roadway, intersection,&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Lucas Cavener</author><pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2009 15:03:50 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Transportation Planning and Studies</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/lights_streets_traffic_transit.aspx?id=3647</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Plans and Studies The City of Meridian, in a coordinated effort with other Treasure Valley agencies, is working hard to prepare for future growth and the many opportunites it brings. An important element of preparing for an increase in population and jobs&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Caleb Hood</author><pubDate>Thu, 03 Dec 2009 22:05:39 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Transportation Needs</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/issues_and_priorities.aspx?id=2924</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Transportation Needs   We continue to work with our local and state transportation agencies to create a viable network of roadways in our community.  Locust Grove overpass is a great example of public partnerships to move our citizens from point&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Robert Simison</author><pubDate>Tue, 08 Jun 2010 04:30:05 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Transparency Reports _</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/finance.aspx?id=3137</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Transparency Reports The Finance Department is the general business management arm of City government, providing specific financial and accounting services for elected officials, City employees, and the citizens of Meridian.    Government should be transparent.   Tra&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Mike Tanner</author><pubDate>Mon, 15 Mar 2010 18:15:15 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Transparancy Reports</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/finance.aspx?id=995</link><description>
Transparency Reports  February 2009 Financials
</description><author>Todd Lavoie</author><pubDate>Fri, 20 Aug 2010 21:28:34 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Transition Team</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/mayors_office.aspx?id=202</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;To view the Transition Team Final Report, please Click Here. &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Lucas Cavener</author><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2009 15:10:51 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Transit</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/lights_streets_traffic_transit.aspx?id=2387</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Please keep checking for future transit information&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Caleb Hood</author><pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2009 21:27:38 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Transfer Station</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/sanitary_services.aspx?id=77</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;SSC finished construction of our transfer station in March of 2006. Our garbage trucks now bring Meridian’s trash to the enclosed facility, where it is compacted and later hauled to the landfill. The transfer station enables our trucks to make&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Symantha Zeimet</author><pubDate>Sun, 14 Mar 2010 17:39:22 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Training Division</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/fire.aspx?id=2599</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;    
  
 
 
     
  The   Training Division   concentrates on recruit training and continuing education for the entire department.   Our 5-Story Tower constructed in 2007 features, interior and exterior stairs, standpipe connections on each floor, Sprinkler System, Search &amp;amp;amp; Rescue Maze, Spongee Floor area, Moc&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Hannah Curtis</author><pubDate>Tue, 17 Aug 2010 15:32:27 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Training</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/fire.aspx?id=2601</link><description>
&lt;p&gt; Page Coming Soon &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Christine Boucher</author><pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2009 03:05:40 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Traffic Safety Minutes September 15, 2009</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=3770</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click here to view the Traffic Safety Minutes for September 15, 2009 &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2009 16:43:47 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Traffic Safety Minutes November 17, 2009</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=4179</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click here to view the Traffic Safety Minutes for November 17, 2009 &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Wed, 18 Nov 2009 23:54:04 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Traffic Safety Minutes May 18, 2010</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=5437</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click here to view the May 18, 2010 Traffic Safety meeting minutes&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Thu, 20 May 2010 19:59:18 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Traffic Safety Minutes January 19, 2010</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/city_clerk.aspx?id=4621</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click here to view the January 19, 2010 Traffic Safety Meeting Minutes &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Thu, 21 Jan 2010 00:21:41 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Traffic Safety Minutes February 16, 2010</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=4859</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click here to view the February 16, 2010 Traffic Safety minutes &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Mon, 22 Feb 2010 15:56:55 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Traffic Safety Minutes December 15, 2009</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=4329</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click&amp;#160;here to view the December 15, 2009&amp;#160;Traffic Safety Minutes &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Wed, 16 Dec 2009 22:03:57 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Traffic Safety Minutes August 18, 2009</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=3594</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click here to view the Traffic Safety Minutes for August 18, 2009 &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2009 14:45:06 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Traffic Safety Meeting Cancelled March 16, 2010</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=5048</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click here to view the cancellation notice for the March 16, 2010 Traffic Safety meeting &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Tue, 16 Mar 2010 16:30:24 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Traffic Safety Commission Minutes July 20, 2010</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=5926</link><description>
Click here to view the July 20, 2010 Traffic Safety Commission minutes
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jul 2010 19:06:26 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Traffic Safety Commission Meeting Minutes August 17, 2010</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=6181</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click here to view the August 17, 2010 Traffic Safety Commission minutes&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Mon, 23 Aug 2010 15:29:30 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Traffic Safety Commission Agenda September 15, 2009</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=3760</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click here to view the Traffic Safety Commission Agenda for September 15, 2009. &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Jaycee Holman</author><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2009 21:36:38 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Traffic Safety Commission Agenda October 20, 2009</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=3985</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click here to view the Traffic Safety Commission Agenda for October 20, 2009. &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Jaycee Holman</author><pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2009 23:23:32 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Traffic Safety Commission Agenda November 17, 2009</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=4153</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;CLICK HERE to view the Traffic Safety Commission Agenda for November 17, 2009. &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Jaycee Holman</author><pubDate>Fri, 13 Nov 2009 19:49:38 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Traffic Safety Commission 2009</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/city_clerk.aspx?id=135</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;The Traffic Safety Commission meets on the third Tuesday of every month at 3 30 PM at the Meridian City Hall 33 E. Broadway. Meeting Agendas and Minutes are located below, just find the date of the meeting information you would like you&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2009 21:11:21 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Traffic Safety Commission</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/local_government.aspx?id=3234</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Traffic Safety Commission This commission researches and recommends city traffic safety issues, actions, and priorities. The Comission shall consist of 9 members serving a term of 4 years.  The terms shall be staggered so that the terms of not more than 3 members shall expire in any one year. App&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2010 16:45:04 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Traffic Safety Amended Agenda August 17, 2010</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=6118</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click here to view the amended agenda for the August 17, 2010 Traffic Safety Commission meeting&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Mon, 16 Aug 2010 15:49:29 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Traffic Safety Agenda June 15, 2010</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=5577</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click here to view the June 15, 2010 Traffic Safety Agenda&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Thu, 10 Jun 2010 23:37:39 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Traffic Safety Agenda January 19, 2010</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=4558</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click here to view the January 19, 2010 Traffic Safety Agenda &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Thu, 14 Jan 2010 20:45:08 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Traffic Safety Agenda February 16, 2010</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=4814</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click here to view the February 16, 2010 Traffic Safety Agenda &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Tue, 16 Feb 2010 14:09:18 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Traffic Safety Agenda August 18, 2009</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/city_clerk.aspx?id=3541</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click here&amp;#160;to view&amp;#160;the Traffic Safety Agenda for August 18, 2009 &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2009 16:35:49 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Traffic Safety Agenda August 18, 2009</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=3542</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click here to view the Traffic Safety Agenda for August 18, 2009 &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2009 16:46:03 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Traffic Safety Agenda August 17, 2010</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=6078</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click here to view the August 17, 2010 Traffic Safety agenda&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Thu, 12 Aug 2010 16:48:52 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Traffic Safety Agenda April 20, 2010</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=5146</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click here to view the April 20, 2010 Traffic Safety Agenda &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Mon, 05 Apr 2010 14:56:21 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Traffic and Safety Commission 2010</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/local_government.aspx?id=4714</link><description>
Traffic Safety Commission This commission researches and recommends city traffic safety issues, actions, and priorities. The Comission shall consist of 9 members serving a term of 4 years.  The terms shall be staggered so that the terms of not
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Mon, 23 Aug 2010 15:24:36 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Traffic and Road Closures</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/lights_streets_traffic_transit.aspx?id=3054</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Traffic Conditions Before leaving home, work, or school use the following link to check current traffic conditions. ADA COUNTY TRAFFIC CAMS AND ACCIDENTS Road Closures and Construction in Meridian   Road From To Status Reason N. Linder Ustick Intersection Linder&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Tim Curns</author><pubDate>Tue, 03 Aug 2010 13:45:11 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Town Halls Meeting on Automated Waste Collection</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=5550</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;&amp;#160; The City of Meridian will present two Town Hall Meetings on the topic of the city’s upcoming transition to fully automated waste collection.&amp;#160; The first meeting will be held on Wednesday, June 9, at 6 30 p.m., at Chief&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Shelly Houston</author><pubDate>Wed, 09 Jun 2010 14:27:59 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Tort Claim</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/city_clerk.aspx?id=138</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;  Click here for a Tort Claim form.If you're looking for files regarding agendas or minutes from City Council or other related meetings, please visit the City Council Meetings page. &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Will Shannon</author><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2009 21:38:34 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>This Holiday Season Don’t Invite Your Local Fire Department to Dinner!</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/blogs.aspx?id=4246&amp;blogid=701</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;According to the National Fire Protection Association, cooking fires are twice as likely to happen on Thanksgiving as any other day of the year. Here are some tips to keep your kitchen safe—during the busy holiday season. 1. Stay in&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Lucas Cavener</author><pubDate>Wed, 02 Dec 2009 18:27:34 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>The Tooth Fairy(2)</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/parks_rec.aspx?id=1108</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;CableONE Movie Night in Meridian     The Sound of Music     Julie Andrews, Christopher Plummer, Eleanor Parker Color; Sound; 155 min 1965 20th Century Fox Film Corp (FOX)     The Rodgers and Hammerstein score includes "Climb Every Mountain," "Do-Re-Mi," and "My Favourite Things." Based on a&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Colin Moss</author><pubDate>Wed, 10 Feb 2010 20:51:26 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>The Recruitment Process</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/human_resources.aspx?id=181</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;  The City of Meridian accepts applications only for current job openings, with the exception of Police Officer positions when advertised as being open for applications. When a position becomes available, the Human Resources Department is responsible for the advertising,&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Christine Boucher</author><pubDate>Fri, 11 Jun 2010 15:52:32 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>The Meridian Senior Center</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/local_government.aspx?id=1499</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Meridian Senior Center Lunch Program Please note that the Meridian Senior Center is not a program or facility of the City of Meridian. It is an independent program run by its own board of directors. Click here to view this month's Senior Center Lunch&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Shelly Houston</author><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2009 14:56:01 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>The Maintenance of Meridian Parks</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/blogs.aspx?id=3724&amp;blogid=701</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;The Parks and Recreation Department’s mission statement is to enhance the community’s quality of life by providing well designed and properly maintained parks and recreational opportunities for all citizens. The Parks Maintenance Division is directly responsible for the overall appearance&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Lucas Cavener</author><pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2009 18:30:47 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>The City of Meridian’s Rx take back Program</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/blogs.aspx?id=4017&amp;blogid=701</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;  The journey began in trying to find the best route to remove as many unused and older prescription drugs from homes throughout our city and reduce the availability for our youth and others to come into possession of the&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Lucas Cavener</author><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2009 16:59:01 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>The Art of Meridian</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/blogs.aspx?id=4057&amp;blogid=701</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Meridian City Hall is a state of the art building in more ways than one.&amp;#160; Thanks in great measure to the work of the Meridian Arts Commission, a group of six dynamic volunteers – Meg Glasgow (chair), Mary Jensen, Nancy&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Lucas Cavener</author><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2009 15:09:48 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>The 31st Annual Meridian Fireman’s Association Salmon BBQ</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/blogs.aspx?id=5533&amp;blogid=701</link><description>
&lt;span style="LINE-HEIGHT: 115%; FONT-FAMILY: 'Century Gothic'; FONT-SIZE: 12pt"&gt;The 31&lt;sup&gt;st&lt;/sup&gt; Annual Meridian Fireman’s Association Salmon BBQ is just around the corner, on Friday August 6, 2010. This long-standing tradition enables the Meridian Fire Department to offer assistance through its Burn Out Fund to community members who have had a fire at their residence.&lt;/span&gt;
</description><author>Lucas Cavener</author><pubDate>Wed, 09 Jun 2010 22:32:33 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Thanks for taking the time to fill out our survey!</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/forms.aspx?id=5952</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Thanks for taking the time to fill out our survey&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Lucas Cavener</author><pubDate>Mon, 02 Aug 2010 15:32:27 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Testing</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/lights_streets_traffic_transit.aspx?id=3071</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;blah blah &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Mike Tanner</author><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2009 14:29:24 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Testin Appointed to Parks and Recreation Commission</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=4185</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;NEWS RELEASE &amp;#160; November 19, 2009 For Additional Information Robert Simison, Meridian Mayor’s Office (208) 888 4433 &amp;#160; &amp;#160; TESTIN APPOINTED TO MERIDIAN PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION &amp;#160; Meridian, ID – (November 19, 2009) – Meridian Mayor&amp;#160;Tammy de Weerd’s appointment&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Shelly Houston</author><pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:31:25 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Test(2)</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/local_government.aspx?id=5860</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;test &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Mike Tanner</author><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jul 2010 17:38:33 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Test Page</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/water.aspx?id=3204</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;      LICENSED BACKFLOW TESTERS LIST             March 1, 2009                                 RESIDENTIAL, COMMERICIAL, INDUSTRIAL AND FIRE SPRINKLERS    &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Tamara Scott</author><pubDate>Thu, 12 Aug 2010 21:05:47 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Test Page</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/police.aspx?id=2490</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Employees Sworn Employees Employee Jeff Lavey Position Chief of Police Phone 846 7370 Fax 846 7372 Email jlavey@meridiancity.org Employee John Overton Position Community Services Lieutenant Phone 888 6678 Fax 843 7366 Email joverton@meridiancity.org Employee Bob Stowe Position Patrol Lieutenant Phone&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Mike Tanner</author><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2009 15:31:34 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Test Content</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/local_government.aspx?id=5590</link><description>
My Test Content
</description><author>Mike Tanner</author><pubDate>Fri, 11 Jun 2010 18:15:52 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Test</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/human_resources.aspx?id=5563</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;jjsksks&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Christine Boucher</author><pubDate>Thu, 10 Jun 2010 19:43:03 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Test</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/human_resources.aspx?id=5564</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Christine Boucher</author><pubDate>Thu, 10 Jun 2010 20:00:48 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Test</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/fire.aspx?id=2580</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;TEST &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Christine Boucher</author><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2009 14:55:17 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>test</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/local_government.aspx?id=2714</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;This is test content &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Mike Tanner</author><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2009 15:50:31 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Ten Mile Interchange Specific Area Plan</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/planning.aspx?id=242</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;  UPDATE  Meridian City Council adopted the Ten Mile Interchange Specific Area Plan on June 19, 2007.  Please click here to view the adopted plan.        Ten Mile Specific Area Future Land Use Map Adopted June 19, 2007    &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Shelly Houston</author><pubDate>Mon, 14 Dec 2009 23:06:22 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Ten Mile Interchange Area Plan</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/planning.aspx?id=1810</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Section 1   Cover, Contents, Guide &amp;amp; Executive SummarySection 2   OutcomesSection 3   The Plan     Section 3.1   Land Use Element     Section 3.2   Transportation Element     Section 3.3   Design ElementSection 4   The Public Planning ProcessSection 5  &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Will Shannon</author><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2009 17:51:38 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Technology Left Nav Menu</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/departments.aspx?id=411</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;IT Department Outlook Web Access. VPN (Remote Access) &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Mike Tanner</author><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 16:21:22 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Tax Levy Rate Information</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/finance.aspx?id=4277</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Property Tax / Mill Levy Information The Finance Department is the general business management arm of City government, providing specific financial and accounting services for elected officials, City employees, and the citizens of Meridian.     Ada County Assessor's Office&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Todd Lavoie</author><pubDate>Tue, 08 Dec 2009 16:59:20 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Tax Levy Info</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/finance.aspx?id=155</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;            2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008              CITY 0.003064521 0.003109519 0.003014075 0.002813912 0.002669721 0.002855088   SCHOOLS (BONDS&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Will Shannon</author><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2009 21:17:29 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Tammy de Weerd</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/city_council.aspx?id=350</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Tammy de Weerd, a third generation Idahoan, is currently serving her second four year term as the Mayor of Meridian, Idaho. She became Mayor in January of 2004 and was re elected to her current term in November of 2007.&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Robert Simison</author><pubDate>Wed, 09 Jun 2010 20:07:32 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Talkin Trash! 2010 Newsletters</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/sanitary_services.aspx?id=4647</link><description>
Talkin Trash 2010            Talkin Trash Spring 2010
</description><author>Symantha Zeimet</author><pubDate>Mon, 02 Aug 2010 02:04:14 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Talkin Trash! 2009 Newsletters</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/sanitary_services.aspx?id=458</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Talkin Trash 2009 Talkin Trash Spring 2009Talkin Trash Summer 2009 &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Symantha Miller</author><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2010 22:42:53 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Talkin Trash! - 2007</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/sanitary_services.aspx?id=450</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Talkin Trash 2007 Talkin Trash Spring 2007Talkin Trash Summer 2007Talkin Trash Fall 2007Talkin Trash Winter 2007  &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Symantha Miller</author><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2010 22:32:26 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Talkin Trash! - 2006</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/sanitary_services.aspx?id=445</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Talkin Trash 2006 Talkin Trash Spring 2006Talkin Trash Summer 2006  Talkin Trash Fall 2006 Talkin Trash Winter 2006    &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Symantha Miller</author><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2010 22:35:18 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Talkin Trash! - 2005</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/sanitary_services.aspx?id=436</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Talkin Trash 2005 Talkin Trash Spring 2005 Talkin Trash Summer 2005 Talkin Trash Fall 2005 Talkin Trash Winter 2005   &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Symantha Miller</author><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2010 22:38:08 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Talkin Trash 2008</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/sanitary_services.aspx?id=455</link><description>
&lt;p&gt; Talkin Trash 2008 Talkin Trash Spring 2008 Talkin Trash Summer 2008 Talkin Trash Fall 2008 Talkin Trash Winter 2008  &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Symantha Miller</author><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2010 22:29:59 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>SWAC Minutes October 13, 2009</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=4707</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click&amp;#160;here to view the Minutes of the October 13, 2009 Solid Waste Advisory Committee meeting &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2010 22:18:05 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>SWAC Minutes February 2, 2010</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=4765</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click here to view the February 2, 2010 SWAC Meeting Minutes &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2010 23:46:56 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>SWAC Meeting Agenda February 2, 2010</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=4642</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click here to view the February 2, 2010 Solid Waste Advisory Committee&amp;#160;Agenda &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 22:05:24 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>SWAC Agenda February 9, 2010</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=4704</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click here to view the February 9, 2010 Solid Waste Advisory Committee Agenda &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2010 22:07:23 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>SWAC Agenda February 16, 2010</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=4806</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click here to view the February 16, 2010 Solid Waste Advisory Committee Agenda &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Thu, 11 Feb 2010 21:46:39 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Sustainability and Environmental Awareness</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/issues_and_priorities.aspx?id=2921</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Sustainability and Environmental Awareness   The City of Meridian has ‘stepped up’ as a leader to improve the air in the Treasure Valley and to avoid non attainment.  Examples of these efforts are our participation in Clean Air Zone Idaho&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Robert Simison</author><pubDate>Tue, 08 Jun 2010 04:27:05 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Support Meridian Arts</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/city_government.aspx?id=1487</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Support Meridian Arts&amp;#160;Dear Friend of the Arts &amp;#160;The Meridian Arts Commission to ask for your help in supporting the creation of public art in our city. &amp;#160; Construction is nearly complete on Meridian’s new City Hall and its large foyer&amp;#160;will&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Mike Tanner</author><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 19:05:05 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Summer Safety</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/police.aspx?id=1231</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Summer Safety   Remember that fireworks may stress out some animals.  Signs of stress are Shaking, trembling Excessive drooling Barking, howling Trying to hide or get into out of the house, fence, or other enclosure Refusing to eat food Some&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Will Shannon</author><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2009 17:28:37 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Structural Page</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/building.aspx?id=3720</link><description>
Building Official  Phone  Ext  E mail Address  Cell Number Daunt Whitman 887 2211 X 307 dwhitman@meridiancity.org 631 3296           Inspectors  Phone  Ext  E mail Address  Cell Number Steve Pierson 887 2211 X 317  spierson@meridiancity.org 440
</description><author>Mindi Smith</author><pubDate>Thu, 17 Jun 2010 15:40:04 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Strong Neighborhoods</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/issues_and_priorities.aspx?id=2927</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Strong Neighborhoods Strong neighborhoods have many components.  These are places where people want to be where they know their neighbors where there’s a connection to the community and where they are safe.  We are pro active in helping create an&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Robert Simison</author><pubDate>Tue, 08 Jun 2010 20:10:09 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Strong Economy</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/issues_and_priorities.aspx?id=2920</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Strong Economy In Meridian we have worked hard to diversify our business community to better withstand the economic highs and lows.  We took a hard look at ourselves and the role we play in our business community’s success, working hard to&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Robert Simison</author><pubDate>Tue, 15 Jun 2010 21:53:58 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Strengthening Community</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/issues_and_priorities.aspx?id=2929</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Strengthening Community The Mayor and CEO’s Book Club is in its third year one of my monthly highlights.  It’s not only popular with the kids – as the class was full the first day of sign ups but it’s popular&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Robert Simison</author><pubDate>Tue, 08 Jun 2010 20:04:11 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Streetlight Information</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/lights_streets_traffic_transit.aspx?id=3038</link><description>
&lt;p&gt; Streetlight FAQ Four basic types of lights exist in the City of Meridian "Shoebox" Style Lights Cobrahead Lights Downtown Historical Lighting Decorative Style Lighting (not maintained by City) The City only maintains "shoebox," cobrahead, and downtown historical lighting. You can REPORT&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Brad Lloyd</author><pubDate>Fri, 12 Feb 2010 18:02:26 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Street Lighting and Traffic Signals</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/lights_streets_traffic_transit.aspx?id=3035</link><description>
&lt;p&gt; Street Lighting     There are over 3,500 streetlights in the City of Meridian. Most are maintained by the City, but many are maintained by local home owner's associations (H.O.A.s). To find out which lights are City maintained and which are maintained by HOAs, see the STREETLIGHT&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Brad Lloyd</author><pubDate>Fri, 12 Feb 2010 17:59:09 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Street and Sidewalk Maintenance</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/lights_streets_traffic_transit.aspx?id=3052</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Street and Sidewalk Maintenance Local Roads and Sidewalks Maintenance of the roads and all sidewalks within the City of Meridian, from neighborhood streets to main thoroughfares, is done by the Ada County Highway District. For more information about maintenance, from snow removal to pothole&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Shelly Houston</author><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2009 20:56:33 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Stream Restoration Program</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/environmental.aspx?id=3255</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Details &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Steve Maneck</author><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2009 21:03:12 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Stormwater Program</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/environmental.aspx?id=3251</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Mission Statement &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Steve Maneck</author><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2009 20:31:21 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Storey Park</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/parks_rec.aspx?id=3346</link><description>
&lt;p&gt; Parks &amp;amp; RecreationCurrent Parks Storey ParkAddress Main Street &amp;amp; Franklin Road, MeridianPark Type CommunitySite Plan (unavailable)Amenities &amp;amp; Features Open play, shelters (2), picnic area, playground, restrooms, softball field, horseshoe pits, volleyball standards, drinking fountain, bike racks, &amp;amp; off street parking&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Rachel Myers</author><pubDate>Fri, 27 Aug 2010 17:36:44 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Station Personnel Contact Info</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/fire.aspx?id=161</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;A Shift   Station #1 Station #2 Station #3 Station #4 Station #5 Captain Black Campbell (bcampbell@meridiancity.org) Steve Gempler (sgempler@meridiancity.org) Lance Smith (lsmith@meridiancity.org) Nick Corral (ncorral@meridiancity.org)&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Will Shannon</author><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2009 21:00:55 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Station Info</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/fire.aspx?id=2585</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;    Station #1 540 E. Franklin Rd. Meridian, ID 83642 Phone:  208-884-5695         &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Christine Boucher</author><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2009 15:04:27 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>State of the City Addresses</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/state_of_the_city.aspx?id=2579</link><description>
&lt;p&gt; State of the City The State of the City Speech is an opportunity for the mayor to discuss with the public Meridians successes.  The Mayor launches new programs, discusses current challenges and how the City will meet them and provide&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Robert Simison</author><pubDate>Mon, 07 Jun 2010 23:10:24 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>State of the City 2010</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/state_of_the_city.aspx?id=4798</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;State of the City Address The Honorable Tammy de Weerd Mayor, City of Meridian February 4, 2010 &amp;#160; Thank you for joining us to&amp;#160;celebrate Meridian.&amp;#160;&amp;#160;Comments from past State of the City events have been enthusiastic regarding the activity and progress&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Shelly Houston</author><pubDate>Thu, 11 Feb 2010 15:59:01 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>State of the City 2009</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/state_of_the_city.aspx?id=186</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click here to read the text of the 2009 State of the City Address&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Mike Tanner</author><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2009 15:11:38 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>State of the City 2008</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/state_of_the_city.aspx?id=187</link><description>
&lt;p&gt; Click here to read the text of the 2008 State of the City Address&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Mike Tanner</author><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2009 15:11:19 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>State of the City 2007</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/state_of_the_city.aspx?id=188</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Meridian State of the City Address   Featuring Meridian Mayor Tammy de Weerd    February 22, 2007  4 00 pm   Meridian Middle SchoolTitle Sponsor Saint Luke’s Meridian Medical Center      So what is it about a building, a&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Mike Tanner</author><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2009 15:10:53 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>State of the City 2006</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/state_of_the_city.aspx?id=189</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;  Presented by Mayor Tammy de Weerd   March 23, 2006, 4 00 p.m. Mountain View High School Meridian, Idaho   INTRODUCTIONS   Click here to listen to the Address on line   Right off the top I’d like to acknowledge&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Mike Tanner</author><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2009 15:10:25 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>State of the City 2005</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/state_of_the_city.aspx?id=190</link><description>
&lt;p&gt; Click here to read the text of the 2005 State of the City Address&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Mike Tanner</author><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2009 15:09:56 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Starting &amp;amp; Operating a Business</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/economic_excellence.aspx?id=336</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;  Starting &amp;amp; Operating a Business  Getting Started The City of Meridian does not require a business license however, it is important that you file necessary forms with the State and obtain any special licenses or permits needed from the State, County,&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Josh Grant</author><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2009 16:51:56 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Stand</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/stand/</link><description>
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</description><author>Lucas Cavener</author><pubDate>Mon, 17 May 2010 20:46:26 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Staff Evaluation &amp;amp; Report</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/planning.aspx?id=238</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Staff Evaluation &amp;amp; Report The evaluation process for all council level decision applications (including Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance amendments) includes an in depth evaluation by the City Planner and preparation of a staff report. The process for evaluation of&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Will Shannon</author><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2009 17:50:28 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>SSC Transfer Station</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/sanitary_services.aspx?id=55</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;SSC finished construction of our transfer station in March of 2006.  Our garbage trucks now bring Meridian’s trash to the enclosed facility, where it is compacted and later hauled to the landfill.  The transfer station enables our trucks to make&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Symantha Zeimet</author><pubDate>Mon, 02 Aug 2010 01:33:55 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>SSC Reports - 2009</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/sanitary_services.aspx?id=3519</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;  First Quarter 2009 Report   &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Symantha Zeimet</author><pubDate>Tue, 20 Apr 2010 21:13:10 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>SSC Reports - 2008</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/sanitary_services.aspx?id=488</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;SSC Reports 2008 1st Quarter Summary of Solid Waste Collection and Recycling2nd Quarter Summary of Solid Waste Collection and Recycling3rd Quarter Summary of Solid Waste Collection and Recycling2008 Annual Report to the City of Meridian&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Symantha Miller</author><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2010 17:32:39 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>SSC Reports - 2007</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/sanitary_services.aspx?id=478</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;SSC Reports 2007 1st Quarter Summary of Solid Waste Collection and Recycling2nd Quarter Summary of Solid Waste Collection and Recycling3rd Quarter Summary of Solid Waste Collection and Recycling2007 Annual Report to the City of Meridian &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Symantha Miller</author><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2010 17:38:27 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>SSC Reports - 2006</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/sanitary_services.aspx?id=472</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;SSC Reports 2006   1st Quarter Summary of Solid Waste Collection and Recycling 2nd Quarter Summary of Solid Waste Collection and Recycling 3rd Quarter Summary of Solid Waste Collection and Recycling 2006 Annual Report to the City of Meridian&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Symantha Miller</author><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2010 17:42:45 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>SSC Reports - 2005</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/sanitary_services.aspx?id=465</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;SSC Reports 2005 1st Quarter Summary of Solid Waste Collection and Recycling2nd Quarter Summary of Solid Waste Collection and Recycling 3rd Quarter Summary of Solid Waste Collection and Recycling 2005 Annual Report to the City of Meridian     &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Symantha Miller</author><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2010 17:46:16 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>SSC Reports - 2004</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/sanitary_services.aspx?id=464</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;SSC Reports 2004         1st Quarter Summary of Solid Waste Collection and Recycling 2nd Quarter Summary of Solid Waste Collection and Recycling 3rd Quarter Summary of Solid Waste Collection and Recycling 2004 Annual Report to the City&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Symantha Miller</author><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2010 17:52:28 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>SSC Reports</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/sanitary_services.aspx?id=83</link><description>
SSC provides a summary of solid waste collection and recycling information to the City of Meridian on a quarterly basis.  An annual report is published at the end of the calendar year. Please select a year to review SSC
</description><author>Symantha Zeimet</author><pubDate>Thu, 05 Aug 2010 15:44:18 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>SSC Recycling Commercials</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/sanitary_services.aspx?id=67</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;  Silly Goose  Don't be a silly goose recycle  Barnyard Recyclers  Recycle everybody's doing it &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Symantha Miller</author><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2010 17:01:14 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>SSC List Serve</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/sanitary_services.aspx?id=81</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;We have established a list of customers who would like to be notified of upcoming collection schedule changes and program changes via e mail.     If you are interested in receiving this type of information please send your e&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Symantha Miller</author><pubDate>Sun, 24 Jan 2010 04:56:57 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>SSC Brochures</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/sanitary_services.aspx?id=429</link><description>
SSC Brochures Your Guide to Household Garbage Collections Your Guide to Curbside Recycling
</description><author>Symantha Zeimet</author><pubDate>Thu, 13 May 2010 20:50:47 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Springtime Forestry Activities in the Parks Division</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/blogs.aspx?id=5439&amp;blogid=701</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;  Spring has sprung, even if it has been a windy and cold start to the season. It is always nice to see the grass green up and watch the trees come out of their winter dormancy. &amp;#160;  Even though year-round employees are busy all winter in preparation for spring, there is some excitement when seasonal employees arrive for&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Lucas Cavener</author><pubDate>Thu, 20 May 2010 22:14:25 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Spring Volleyball</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/parks_rec.aspx?id=219</link><description>
W1 Schedule     W2 Schedule     W3 4 Schedule      League Standings            Registration Form     By Laws     Roster     Parent Guardian Release Form     Free Agent List  Call 888 3579 or e mail recreation@meridiancity.org to
</description><author>Garrett White</author><pubDate>Wed, 04 Aug 2010 16:15:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Spring Softball</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/parks_rec.aspx?id=215</link><description>
Meridian Parks and Recreation offers several divisions of softball starting in April for both co ed and men's teams.  Registration is accepted on a team basis only and each participating team will be registered with the Amateur Softball Association.  If you would like
</description><author>Garrett White</author><pubDate>Thu, 26 Aug 2010 17:19:10 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Spring Girls Fastpitch Softball</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/parks_rec.aspx?id=1077</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Meridian Parks and RecreationGirl's Fastpitch Softball    14U Schedule14U Standings 12U Schedule12U Standings  Registration Form By Laws Roster ASA List of Banned Bats  Back to Sports&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Garrett White</author><pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 20:36:57 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Spring 2010 City Newsletter Now Online</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=4923</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;The Spring 2010 Edition of the City of Meridian's quarterly online newsletter CityNews is now available online. &amp;#160; You can access&amp;#160;it by&amp;#160;CLICKING HERE&amp;#160;or&amp;#160;from the &amp;quot;Hot List&amp;quot; on the home page of the City of Meridian web site at &amp;#160;www.meridiancity.org&amp;#160; &amp;#160;&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Shelly Houston</author><pubDate>Tue, 02 Mar 2010 23:32:50 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Sports Camp Director (Part-time, Seasonal)</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/human_resources.aspx?id=5144</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Job Title Sports Camp Director (Part time, Seasonal)                                                         Department   Parks &amp;amp; Recreation                                                                 Reports to   Recreation Coordinator Salary   $10.00 $11.00 per hour, DOE Closing Date   Open Until Filled   Job Summary      Responsible for the coordination, implementation&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Chris Lloyd</author><pubDate>Mon, 10 May 2010 15:45:18 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Sports</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/parks_rec.aspx?id=209</link><description>
Meridian Parks and Recreation offers a variety of sports for youth and adults during all times of the year.  Click on the following links to learn more about our sports programs. Basketball  Men's BasketballWomen's Basketball    Dodgeball   Adult Dodgeball        Fastpitch Softball   Spring Girl's
</description><author>Garrett White</author><pubDate>Tue, 17 Aug 2010 15:34:13 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Special Events</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/parks_rec.aspx?id=2713</link><description>
Meridian Parks &amp;amp; Recreation Special Events   CableONE Movie Night in Meridian Click here for a list of the movies the Parks &amp;amp; Recreation Department shows as well as sponsorship information.   Meridian Barn Sour Click on this link to
</description><author>Colin Moss</author><pubDate>Wed, 30 Jun 2010 21:55:58 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Special City Council Meeting Agenda November 30, 2009</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=4217</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click HERE for the agenda for the November 30, 2009 Special City Council Meeting Agenda. &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Jacy Jones</author><pubDate>Wed, 25 Nov 2009 19:08:15 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Special City Council Meeting Agenda November 25, 2009</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=4187</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click HERE to view the agenda for the November 25th, 2009 Special City Council Meeting at 11 30 a.m. &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Jacy Jones</author><pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:43:48 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>South Meridian Study</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/planning.aspx?id=240</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;  UPDATE  On March 4, 2008, City Council adopted the South Meridian Comprehensive Plan Amendments.  The actions amended the City’s Future Land Use Map and Comprehensive Plan Text.        To view the adopted Future Land Use Map, please&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Barbara Shiffer</author><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2009 14:27:58 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>South Meridian Plan</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/planning.aspx?id=1459</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;  Project ProcessCommon Features All ScenariosAlternative 1 Low DensityAlternative 1 FeaturesAlternative 2 EmploymentAlternative 2 FeaturesAlternative 3 Transit SupportiveAlternative 3 FeaturesLand Use Definitions Full Meeting Summary September 20, 2006Executive Meeting Summary September 20, 2006  &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Caleb Hood</author><pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2009 20:27:23 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Solid Waste Advisory Minutes March 16, 2010</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=5713</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click here to view the March 16, 2010 Solid Waste Advisory meeting minutes&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Mon, 28 Jun 2010 15:47:13 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Solid Waste Advisory Minutes February 9, 2010</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=4834</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click here to view the February 9, 2010 Solid Waste Advisory Minutes &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Tue, 16 Feb 2010 22:40:42 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Solid Waste Advisory Minutes February 23, 2010</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=4908</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click here to view the February 23, 2010 Solid Waste Advisory Minutes &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Tue, 02 Mar 2010 19:39:27 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Solid Waste Advisory Minutes February 16, 2010</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=4876</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click here to view the February 16, 2010 Solid Waste Advisory Minutes &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:55:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Solid Waste Advisory Committee September 8, 2009 Minutes</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=3951</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click here to view&amp;#160;the Solid Waste Advisory Committee Minutes for September 8, 2009 Minutes &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2009 19:38:25 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Solid Waste Advisory Committee Revised Agenda May 18, 2010</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=5375</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click here to view the Solid Waste Advisory Committee Revised Agenda for May 18, 2010&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Mon, 10 May 2010 15:47:50 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Solid Waste Advisory Committee Minutes March 9, 2010</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=5051</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click here to view the March 9, 2010 Solid Waste Advisory Committee Minutes &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Tue, 16 Mar 2010 20:14:01 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Solid Waste Advisory Committee Minutes March 2, 2010</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=4980</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click here to view the March 2, 2010 Solid Waste Advisory Commission Minutes &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Tue, 09 Mar 2010 20:25:15 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Solid Waste Advisory Committee Meeting Cancelled for October 6, 2009</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=3909</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;The Solid Waste Advisory Committe Meeting has been Cancelled for October 6, 2009 and has been rescheduled for October 13, 2009.&amp;#160; Click here for an Agenda &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2009 16:39:19 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Solid Waste Advisory Committee Agenda October 6, 2009</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=3878</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click here to view the Solid Waste Advisory Committee Agenda for October 6, 2009 &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2009 21:31:18 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Solid Waste Advisory Committee Agenda March 2, 2010</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=4881</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click here to view the March 2, 2010 Solid Waste Advisory Committee Agenda &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Tue, 23 Feb 2010 00:22:29 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Solid Waste Advisory Committee Agenda March 16, 2010</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=4982</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click here to view the March 16, 2010 Solid Waste Advisory Committee&amp;#160;Agenda &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Tue, 09 Mar 2010 20:40:19 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Solid Waste Advisory Committee</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/city_clerk.aspx?id=134</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Meeting Agendas and Minutes are located below, just find the date of the meeting information you would like you view 2009  February 3rd, 2009  (Meeting Minutes) | (Meeting Agenda)  January 6th, 2009  (Meeting Minutes) | (Meeting Agenda)  &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Will Shannon</author><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2009 16:56:10 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Solid Waste Advisory Committe March 9, 2010 Agenda</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=4915</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click here to view the March 9, 2010 Solid Waste Advisory Committee Updated Agenda &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Tue, 02 Mar 2010 21:47:51 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Solid Waste Advisory Agenda May 18, 2010</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=5351</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click here to view the Solid Waste Advisory Agenda for May 18, 2010 &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Thu, 06 May 2010 16:40:15 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Solid Waste Advisory Agenda February 23, 2010</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=4832</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click here to view the February 23, 2010 Solid Waste Advisory Agenda &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Tue, 16 Feb 2010 21:37:28 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Softball Tournaments</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/parks_rec.aspx?id=217</link><description>
2009 Softball Tournament Schedule     For questions about any of the following tournaments, contact Colin Moss.     Need to pick up players?  Download the Pick Up Player Form.     Tournament  Dates  Classification  MPR Spring Softball  Season End Tournament   July 6
</description><author>Garrett White</author><pubDate>Wed, 16 Jun 2010 17:28:30 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Social Networking</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/blogs.aspx?id=4804&amp;blogid=701</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;On January 29th, the Meridian Parks and Recreation Department launched pages on Facebook and Twitter with the intent to use them as another avenue to keep our residents current on parks and recreation issues and opportunities.&amp;#160; Did you recently participate&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Lucas Cavener</author><pubDate>Thu, 11 Feb 2010 21:27:09 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>SITE UNDER CONSTRUCTION</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=3723</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;SITE UNDER CONSTRUCTION &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>David Tiede</author><pubDate>Tue, 01 Dec 2009 20:52:16 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>SITE UNDER CONSTRUCTION</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/utility_billing.aspx?id=3241</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;This page is currently under construction.  Please click the link to the left "Forms and Applications" for the online forms currently available.  Please check back as we soon hope to offer online turn-on and off requests, address upate requests, and meter check request.  We are always striving to serve our cust&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Jacy Jones</author><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2009 19:13:28 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Sign Code Text Amendment</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/planning.aspx?id=4072</link><description>
&lt;p&gt; Draft Sign Code Text Amendment   &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Barbara Shiffer</author><pubDate>Thu, 14 Jan 2010 15:09:24 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Sexual Assault and Crimes Against Children</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/police.aspx?id=259</link><description>
Welcome to the Sexual Assault Crimes Against Children web page.  Please use the contact information below.     Corporal Ray Ellis  Det. Christopher McGilvery  Ph. 208.846.7330  Ph. 208.846.7330  Fax 208.846.7337  Fax 208.846.7337  rellise@meridiancity.org  cmcgilvery@meridiancity.org
</description><author>Elizabeth Ashworth</author><pubDate>Tue, 15 Jun 2010 23:52:59 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Sewer Billing</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/waste_water.aspx?id=305</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Your sewer bill is based upon your average water usage during the four months of winter.  This ensures you do not pay sewer usage charges for such things as lawn irrigation, vehicle washing, and other activities that do not put&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Steve Maneck</author><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2009 20:35:04 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Settlers Park Village Dedication June 27</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=2859</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;News Release June 24, 2009For Additional Information Shelly Houston, Meridian Mayor’s Office (208) 489 0531 MERIDIAN TO DEDICATE PHASE I OF SETTLERS PARK VILLAGE SQUARE MERIDIAN, ID –&amp;#160; (June 24, 2009) – The City of Meridian will hold a grand&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Shelly Houston</author><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2009 16:49:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Settlers Park</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/parks_rec.aspx?id=1089</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;  Meridian Parks and Recreation Current Parks Settlers Park (Park Type:  Regional)   Amenities :  Open Play, Shelter, Picnic Area, Drinking Fountain, Adventure Island Playground, Bike Racks, Splash Pad, Restrooms, Walking Paths, Concession Stand, Soccer Fields, Baseball Complex, Fishi&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Rachel Myers</author><pubDate>Wed, 25 Aug 2010 19:16:24 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Services Left Nav Menu</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/departments.aspx?id=388</link><description>
&lt;p&gt; Curbside Recycling  E mail Contact List Forms &amp;amp; Other Information &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Mike Tanner</author><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 17:24:12 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Services Home</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/sanitary_services.aspx?id=62</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;  A to Z City Services GuideCity services are listed in BOLDTelephone area code is 208 unless otherwise indicatedTo report an incorrect phone number on this list, call 888 4433. A  A  A  Abandoned Buildings  Building Department  887 2211  Abandoned&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Will Shannon</author><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2009 17:06:42 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>September 7, 2010 Pre-Council Meeting Agenda</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=6282</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Click Here to view the Pre Council Agenda for September 7, 2010&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Fri, 03 Sep 2010 21:58:55 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>September 7, 2010 City Council Meeting Agenda</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=6280</link><description>
Click Here to view the City Council Agenda for September 7, 2010
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Fri, 03 Sep 2010 21:54:17 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Seasons Park</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/parks_rec.aspx?id=1088</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Meridian Parks &amp;amp;amp; Recreation Current Parks   Seasons Park   (Park Type:  Neighborhood)       Amenities :  Open Play, Shelter, Picnic Area, Playground, Restrooms, Basketball Court, Drinking Fountain, Walking Paths, Off-street Parking       Off-street Parking         &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Rachel Myers</author><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2009 21:47:54 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Seasonal Recycling</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/sanitary_services.aspx?id=73</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Leaf Recycling  During the week of November 10 – 14, 2008, Sanitary Services Co. will collect the leaves of Meridian residents for recycling, free of charge.  To participate, place your leaves in clean boxes or paper lawn bags and set&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Symantha Miller</author><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2010 16:35:10 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Seasonal Groundskeeper</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/human_resources.aspx?id=5049</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;    Job Title Temporary Seasonal Groundskeeper                             Department Parks &amp;amp; Recreation                                                      Reports to Parks Foreperson     Salary $8.82 $11.03 Hourly DOE  Closing Date Open Until Filled                                                Job Summary               Involved in all aspects of maintenance for the Park and&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Chris Lloyd</author><pubDate>Mon, 10 May 2010 15:45:17 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Searchable Documents</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/city_clerk.aspx?id=120</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;http weblink.meridiancity.org weblink7 Browse.aspx &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Will Shannon</author><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2009 21:38:15 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Sanitary Services Co.</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/sanitary_services.aspx?id=63</link><description>
Sanitary Services Co. (SSC) is the solid waste collection contractor for the City of Meridian. We are located at 2130 W. Franklin, between Linder and Ten Mile.       If you have any ideas about how we can make
</description><author>Symantha Zeimet</author><pubDate>Tue, 31 Aug 2010 22:01:51 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Salmon BBQ</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/fire.aspx?id=2604</link><description>
Salmon BBQ     The Meridian Firefighter's Association sponsors an annual Salmon BBQ the first Friday of August.  Your ticket entitles you to Applewood smoked salmon, coleslaw, fries, soda, and bread.  All proceeds support the Meridian Fire Department.  They use the funds to purchase equipm
</description><author>Hannah Curtis</author><pubDate>Tue, 17 Aug 2010 14:42:06 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Safe &amp;amp; Caring Community</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/economic_excellence.aspx?id=342</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Safe &amp;amp; Caring Community Farmers Insurance – 2006“#1 Most Secure U.S. Places to Live” Meridian possesses a spirit of community that cares and respects both families and individuals.  Public Safety is a priority and it shows through our low crime, clean city,&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Josh Grant</author><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2009 19:58:20 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>RV Dump Site</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/waste_water.aspx?id=308</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;The City of Meridian Waste Water Department operates a free RV dump for your convenience.  We can accommodate RV's up to 35 feet long.   The dump site is located at the Waste Water Treatment Plant at 3401 N. Ten Mile&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Will Shannon</author><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2009 16:52:52 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Running a Home-based Businesses in Meridian</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/blogs.aspx?id=3457&amp;blogid=701</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;  There is a lot of interest in home based businesses lately. Times are certainly tough, and every bit of household income helps. I thought I would take a moment to explain the opportunities and potential limitations related to starting&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Lucas Cavener</author><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2009 15:27:35 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Room Setup</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/city_clerk.aspx?id=332</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Room Setup  All reserved rooms must be returned to their original setup.  Room A Room B&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Will Shannon</author><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2009 17:18:44 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Room Prices</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/city_clerk.aspx?id=329</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Room Prices Room A $25 for the first 4 hours. $50 over 4 hours. Room B $25 for the first 4 hours.  $50 over 4 hours. Room A&amp;amp;B $50 for the first 4 hours.  $100 over 4 hours.  Payment Cash. Check payable to&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Wed, 06 Jan 2010 16:07:38 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Room Pictures</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/city_clerk.aspx?id=331</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Room Pictures Below are pictures of a single room, and the combined rooms. Room A    Together   Meridian Police Department Conference Room&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Wed, 06 Jan 2010 16:26:40 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Room Information</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/city_clerk.aspx?id=327</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Meridian City HallSeatingRoom A or B – 9 Tables available, 18 chairs available Room A &amp;amp; B – 18 Tables available, 36 chairs available Additional chairs can be provided with advanced notice Items Available For Use Projector Pull down screen Plasma TV Connecting&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Mon, 05 Apr 2010 15:43:45 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Room Dates &amp;amp; Times</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/city_clerk.aspx?id=330</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;Room Dates &amp;amp; Times Rooms are available from 8 am to 9 pm, Monday through Friday. (Excluding Holidays)   &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Wed, 06 Jan 2010 16:25:14 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Roadway Improvement Projects</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/lights_streets_traffic_transit.aspx?id=3055</link><description>
&lt;p&gt; Roadway Improvement Projects Within the City of Meridian, the Ada County Highway District designs and constructs all roadway improvement projects. The following is a list of current and upcoming projects in Meridian Ustick Road and Linder Road Intersection McMillan Road and Locust&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Caleb Hood</author><pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2009 20:16:08 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Road Overlays in Meridian</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/lights_streets_traffic_transit.aspx?id=3471</link><description>
&lt;p&gt; Planned Road Overlays in Meridian Each year, the Ada County Highway District prioritizes roadways with deteriorated surfaces and schedules them to be repaved, or overlayed. Below are the planned overlays for this August (2009) Linder Road McMillan to Chinden Locust Grove Road&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Tim Curns</author><pubDate>Tue, 03 Aug 2010 13:47:42 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>RFQs</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/purchasing.aspx?id=5963</link><description>
TABLE { BORDER-BOTTOM: gray 1px outset; BORDER-LEFT: gray 1px outset; BACKGROUND-COLOR: white; BORDER-SPACING: 2px; BORDER-COLLAPSE: separate; BORDER-TOP: gray 1px outset; BORDER-RIGHT: gray 1px outset } TABLE TH { BORDER-BOTTOM: gray 1px inset; BORDER-LEFT: gray 1px inset; PADDING-BOTTOM: 1px; BACKGRO
</description><author>Kathy Wanner</author><pubDate>Thu, 26 Aug 2010 22:02:29 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>RFQ slot 5</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/purchasing.aspx?id=6064</link><description>
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</description><author>Whitney Moore</author><pubDate>Tue, 10 Aug 2010 19:08:26 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>RFQ slot 4</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/purchasing.aspx?id=6063</link><description>
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</description><author>Whitney Moore</author><pubDate>Tue, 10 Aug 2010 19:07:48 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>RFQ slot 3</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/purchasing.aspx?id=6062</link><description>
Requesting Department Public Works                                                              Purchasing Contact Keith Watts  489-0417 Project Description The City of Meridian is soliciting proposals from firms to fill an architectural and eng
</description><author>Kathy Wanner</author><pubDate>Tue, 17 Aug 2010 20:24:17 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>RFQ slot 2</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/purchasing.aspx?id=6061</link><description>
Requesting Department Police                                        Purchasing Contact Keith Watts  489-0417 Project Description The City of Meridian is soliciting qualifications for design services for an indoor multi use training facility.
</description><author>Whitney Moore</author><pubDate>Wed, 11 Aug 2010 21:16:27 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>RFQ slot 1</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/purchasing.aspx?id=6060</link><description>
Requesting Department Parks                                                 Purchasing Contact Keith Watts  489-0417 Project Description The City of Meridian is soliciting qualifications for architectural services for the Meridian Community Cent
</description><author>Whitney Moore</author><pubDate>Wed, 11 Aug 2010 21:10:12 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>RFPs</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/purchasing.aspx?id=5962</link><description>
TABLE { BORDER-BOTTOM: gray 1px outset; BORDER-LEFT: gray 1px outset; BACKGROUND-COLOR: white; BORDER-SPACING: 2px; BORDER-COLLAPSE: separate; BORDER-TOP: gray 1px outset; BORDER-RIGHT: gray 1px outset } TABLE TH { BORDER-BOTTOM: gray 1px inset; BORDER-LEFT: gray 1px inset; PADDING-BOTTOM: 1px; BACKGRO
</description><author>Kathy Wanner</author><pubDate>Fri, 27 Aug 2010 15:13:50 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>RFP slot 5</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/purchasing.aspx?id=6059</link><description>
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</description><author>Whitney Moore</author><pubDate>Tue, 10 Aug 2010 19:05:57 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>RFP slot 4</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/purchasing.aspx?id=6058</link><description>
Requesting Department         Mayor Purchasing Contact   Keith Watts  489-0417 Project Description   The City of Meridian is soliciting qualifications from firms capable of providing professional services for a City Wide Citizen Survey Request
</description><author>Kathy Wanner</author><pubDate>Fri, 27 Aug 2010 15:04:21 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>RFP slot 3</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/purchasing.aspx?id=6057</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;  
 
 
   Requesting Department   
 &amp;#160;&amp;#160;&amp;#160;&amp;#160;&amp;#160;&amp;#160;&amp;#160;  
 Information Technology 
 
 
   Purchasing Contact   
 &amp;#160; 
 Keith Watts&amp;#160; 489-0417 
 
 
   Project Description   
 &amp;#160; 
  The City of Meridian is soliciting qualifications from 
 firms capable of providing professional services 
 and software. 
 
 
 
   Not&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Whitney Moore</author><pubDate>Fri, 27 Aug 2010 14:54:44 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>RFP slot 2</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/purchasing.aspx?id=6056</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;  
 
 
   Requesting Department   
 &amp;#160;&amp;#160;&amp;#160;&amp;#160;&amp;#160;&amp;#160;&amp;#160;  
 Finance 
 
 
   Purchasing Contact   
 &amp;#160; 
 Keith Watts&amp;#160; 489-0417 
 
 
   Project Description   
 &amp;#160; 
  The City of Meridian is soliciting proposals for financial  
 audit services. 
 
 
 
   Notes   
 &amp;#160; 
 &amp;#160; 
 
 
   Request for Proposal   
 &amp;#160; 
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</description><author>Whitney Moore</author><pubDate>Tue, 10 Aug 2010 20:23:51 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>RFP slot 1</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/purchasing.aspx?id=6055</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;  
 
 
   Requesting Department   
 &amp;#160;&amp;#160;&amp;#160;&amp;#160;&amp;#160;&amp;#160;&amp;#160;  
 Public Works 
 
 
   Purchasing Contact   
 &amp;#160; 
 Keith Watts&amp;#160; 489-0417 
 
 
   Project Description   
 &amp;#160; 
  The City of Meridian is soliciting proposals for city wide 
 janitorial services. 
 
 
 
   Notes   
 &amp;#160; 
  Proposal packets are available at Mer&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Whitney Moore</author><pubDate>Tue, 10 Aug 2010 20:23:10 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Revenue Manual</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/finance.aspx?id=2416</link><description>
Annual Budget Reports The mission of the budget is to help decision-makers make informed choices about the provision of services and capital assets and to promote stakeholder participations in the process.   Budget Hearing Notice Budget Summary Reports
</description><author>Todd Lavoie</author><pubDate>Thu, 26 Aug 2010 16:33:01 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Resource Links(2)</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/utility_billing.aspx?id=4212</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;    Idaho Health and WelfareProvides assistance for food, housing, and medical.  There are eligibitly requirements that must be met.  This is a link to their main web page.   Idaho Food Bank       Self Rescue Manaul This&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Karie Glenn</author><pubDate>Tue, 08 Dec 2009 20:35:38 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Residents Must Prepare for Fully Automated Waste Collection</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=5278</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;NEWS RELEASE     April 26, 2010 For Additional Information Robert Simison, Meridian Mayor’s Office (208) 489 0535   Meridian Prepares for Transition to Fully Automated Trash Collection and Encourages Citizens to Be Ready to Roll   Meridian, ID –&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Brad Lloyd</author><pubDate>Mon, 26 Apr 2010 22:53:10 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Residents Encouraged to Pre-Order Trash Carts by May 28</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/news_events.aspx?id=5349</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;NEWS RELEASE     May 6, 2010 For Additional Information Robert Simison, Meridian Mayor’s Office (208) 489 0530     Meridian Residents Encouraged to Pre Order Trash Carts   Meridian, ID – (May 6, 2010) – Meridian residents have until&lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Shelly Houston</author><pubDate>Thu, 06 May 2010 16:38:03 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Residential Trash Rates</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/sanitary_services.aspx?id=65</link><description>
The current residential trash rate is $13.45 per month and includes curbside recycling. SSC has 95 gallon wheeled carts available to rent for $2.88 per month.  Click here to see the SSC wheeled cart.  Call Sanitary Services Co. at 888 3999
</description><author>Symantha Zeimet</author><pubDate>Mon, 02 Aug 2010 02:14:35 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Reservation Forms</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/city_clerk.aspx?id=328</link><description>
Reservation Forms To reserve a room please read the Reservation Policy document first.  Then fill out the Reservation Request Form, print, sign, and return to the correct location depending on which room you wish to reserve. Requests for City Hall meeting rooms
</description><author>Sheree Finch</author><pubDate>Tue, 31 Aug 2010 19:29:45 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Research Requests</title><link>http://ci.meridian.id.us/city_clerk.aspx?id=136</link><description>
&lt;p&gt;  Click here for a Research Request form If you're looking for files regarding agendas or minutes from City Council or other related meetings, please visit the City Council Meetings page. &lt;/p&gt;
</description><author>Will Shannon</author><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2009 21:37:51 GMT</pubDate></item></channel></rss>