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Oh what a year it has been!  Finally, it feels like we and the world around us are coming back to life after a very long, cold winter.  It’s wonderful to see peoples’ smiling faces, hear the joyous sounds of music and sports in the parks, and the ring of tills in our local shops; to see the flowers and trees waking and putting on their summer dressings, and to hear the rush of melting snow in our rivers, streams, and canals.  Welcome back to living Driggs style!

Driggs is still the Heart of Teton Valley!  In fact, you’ll see more music and art than ever before thanks to our partners at Downtown Driggs Association and Sunday Symphony.  Friday Farmers Market is in full swing, and the Artisan Market is filling the plaza every Saturday with a trove of treasures.

As we leave a time of crisis behind us and rebuild our way of life as a community, we want to keep our communication vibrant and informative.  But instead of talking about masks and vaccines, we’d like to share what’s happening here in town, so that you can enjoy and embrace what your town has to offer.  We’ll keep you posted on events and important city information as it happens.  Sign up now and share this link with everyone who might also enjoy being in the know.  

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TOMORROW TUESDAY JUNE 22, 10 AM
Join us for a morning of discussion on the most important topics surrounding our community with Governor Brad Little and numerous State Department Directors and Administrators. This is the first Capital For A Day event since COVID hit in March 2019.  There will be a FREE LUNCH sponsored by Senator Mark Harris, and Representative Marc Gibbs hosted by Seniors West of the Tetons at the Senior Center within Driggs City Center, 60 South Main Street. The forum is from 10am to 3pm. Please come with your questions, concerns and learn about what efforts the state has underway. 
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It's time to celebrate! Free Live Music and Fireworks in the Driggs City Center, 60 South Main Street this Fourth of July. Come listen to the zydeco-influenced sounds of New York-based George Kilby Jr. and the Road Dogs. Music starts at 6:30 pm with Food and Drinks for purchase from Captain Ron's Smokehouse.  Fireworks to follow at approximately 10 pm!
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Construction to begin this August for affordable housing at DEPOT SQUARE.  Following input and encouragement from the Teton County Joint Housing Authority and the Driggs Urban Renewal Agency, the City of Driggs has selected Northwest Real Estate Capital Corp (NWRECC) to develop a mixed-use affordable housing project ("Depot Square") on 1 acre of city-owned property at the corner of Depot St and Front St in Driggs.
NWRECC applied for and has received an award of tax credits from Idaho Housing and Finance Association to help fund the project.
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Notice: Parking & Traffic Detours beginning for Colter Parking Lot

NW Parking Lot Phase II (Colter Parking Lot):  The reconstruction of the NW Parking lot will begin July 12.  This project includes paving the gravel area, installing sidewalks, landscaping, streetlights and pavement markings.  The project will take approximately six weeks.  Access to business will remain open, however parking will be limited, please use the street parking on Little Ave, Depot St, Main St and Courthouse Loop.  This project is a collaborative effort funded by Idaho Department of Commerce Grant, Driggs Urban Renewal, and funds generated by the city’s resort tax.
 
Pathway Sealcoat: sealcoat pathway along Booshway Ave and a section along Second Street as preventative maintenance ( Monday June 28)
 
Hot Asphalt Patching (after July 4), ongoing:  Various roads throughout town will be patched with hot asphalt.
 
Pavement Markings (ongoing):  City staff and contractors will be painting crosswalks and stop bars throughout the city.
 
Crack Sealing (after July 4):  Contractors will be filling and sealing roadway cracks throughout the city.
 
Chip Seal (8/24-/26): Chip seal First St, Second Street, North Fifth Street and portions of Wallace Ave, Ashley Ave, Short St, Fremont Ave.  These road will be closed for short periods of time during the project.  Please expect delays and use alternative routes.  Also, we request that any sprinklers that spray onto the road be turned off for these days.

North Front St Water Main:  The city recently received a grant to help pay for the installation of a new water main between HWY 33 and North Front Street (north of the Teton West Hotel).  This grant combined with city resort tax fund and Driggs Urban Renewal contributions will provide a critical connection for our water system.  The project is scheduled to be complete in Fall 2021.
 
Front St. Utility Work:  A new water main will be installed between Depot Ave and W. Little Ave and overhead power will be relocated underground this summer/fall at the future Front Street location.  This is the first phase of the Depot Square Project which includes the construction of housing units, live/work units and Front St between Depot and the Colter Lot exit.
DARK SKY ORDINANCE 
Skyglow wreaks all sorts of havoc and the City of Driggs is working towards its dark sky ordinance's 10-year amortization date of March 2023 to have all lighting in the city limits in compliance. Learn why this was voted into city policy in 2013 and how you can help achieve this goal that improves health and safety for humans and wildlife. 
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There is a full schedule of arts and entertainment this summer sponsored by the Downtown Driggs Association. Put it on the calendar!
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