City of Bancroft, Idaho
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Scenes from around town: Sunrises and sunsets, fall color, city park, the annual 24th of July Pioneer Day Celebration and the annual lighting of Teusher Square.
Public Notice
Chickens
A Maximum of fifteen (15) hens are allowed in the city limits. No roosters City Code: 5-3-1
Building Permits-Title 9 Section 9-2-3 (City Code)
Summary of Code:
Residents planning to build, repair, alter, improve, demolish, or move any structure within the city limits must obtain a building permit. Permits must be approved through the city council
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
With the wide spread of COVID-19/Coronavirus the City is taking precautions to protect the health and safety of the community. We are monitoring national and local response efforts.
We understand that everyone has their own idea of how to respond to COVID-19 however, we know that early containment, through social distancing and vigilant hygiene, is the best way we can protect ourselves and those in our community that are vulnerable.
To comply with state guidelines, we ask that residents continue to use the following payment options:
1.) Drop box-located on the south side of City Hall
2.) Mail System-Payments to: City of Bancroft, P.O. Box 39, Bancroft, Idaho, 83217
3.) Website: www.cityofbancroft.com (Go to the Make a Payment Tab on home page)
Please* Do not flush items that will not disintegrate in the sewer system (wipes-paper towels-napkins)
If you have questions or concerns contact the city office at: 208-648-7648 or email bancroftcity@icsofidaho.net
Prevention Methods:
Census 2020
Reporting is very important and can be done by mail, email, or phone. If no response is given a Census Taker will stop by your home.
The questionnaire is approx. 8 questions (household related)
Billions of federal dollars will be distributed among states and communities for the next decade using the data collected
Data collected will determine our state representation in Congress.
Curfew
Parents please talk to your children about the city curfew and respecting the rights of others. Residents have complained about children and teenagers out late at night disturbing the peace. The children in Bancroft are wonderful but need supervision from parents.
Garbage Removal Services
The city is contracted with MR&E out of Soda Springs
Thursday is garbage day unless a major holiday falls on that day. In that event pickup will be on Friday (the following day)
Cans need to be out by 8:00 a.m. and pulled back off the streets as soon as possible for snow removal
All repairs need to be reported to MR&E (per their request)
Annual Lighting of Teuscher Square is the Monday following Thanksgiving
Supper 5:30 ~ Lighting of Square & Santa 6:00
Summary of Code:
Residents planning to build, repair, alter, improve, demolish, or move any structure within the city limits must obtain a building permit. Permits must be approved through the city council
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
With the wide spread of COVID-19/Coronavirus the City is taking precautions to protect the health and safety of the community. We are monitoring national and local response efforts.
We understand that everyone has their own idea of how to respond to COVID-19 however, we know that early containment, through social distancing and vigilant hygiene, is the best way we can protect ourselves and those in our community that are vulnerable.
To comply with state guidelines, we ask that residents continue to use the following payment options:
1.) Drop box-located on the south side of City Hall
2.) Mail System-Payments to: City of Bancroft, P.O. Box 39, Bancroft, Idaho, 83217
3.) Website: www.cityofbancroft.com (Go to the Make a Payment Tab on home page)
Please* Do not flush items that will not disintegrate in the sewer system (wipes-paper towels-napkins)
If you have questions or concerns contact the city office at: 208-648-7648 or email bancroftcity@icsofidaho.net
Prevention Methods:
- Social Distancing-6ft. (follow Governor Little's Statewide Stay-Healthy Idaho Order at : rebound.idaho.gov)
- Cover face in public places
- Wash hand frequently & dry thoroughly
- Discontinue travel, parties, or any mass type event
- Call the SIPH call center with questions or concerns 208-234-5875 or go to: https://siphidaho.org/coronavirus.php
Census 2020
Participation is safe, confidential, and critical in getting accurate population information and enhance community resources.
Each resident will receive a card in the mail Mid-March or April (Invitation to Participate Card)Reporting is very important and can be done by mail, email, or phone. If no response is given a Census Taker will stop by your home.
The questionnaire is approx. 8 questions (household related)
Billions of federal dollars will be distributed among states and communities for the next decade using the data collected
Data collected will determine our state representation in Congress.
Curfew
Parents please talk to your children about the city curfew and respecting the rights of others. Residents have complained about children and teenagers out late at night disturbing the peace. The children in Bancroft are wonderful but need supervision from parents.
Garbage Removal Services
The city is contracted with MR&E out of Soda Springs
Thursday is garbage day unless a major holiday falls on that day. In that event pickup will be on Friday (the following day)
Cans need to be out by 8:00 a.m. and pulled back off the streets as soon as possible for snow removal
All repairs need to be reported to MR&E (per their request)
Annual Lighting of Teuscher Square is the Monday following Thanksgiving
Supper 5:30 ~ Lighting of Square & Santa 6:00
Payment Options
Debit or Credit Card, Checks, Cash, Money Orders, E-Checks, or Auto Pay (through your banking institution)
Payments can be made through this website on the payment tab
The fee is 3% plus $1.00 charged by the card companies
If setting up Auto-Pay through your bank, give them your city utility account number found on your monthly statements
Set up auto pay according to mailing time (Mail goes to SLC and back)
Debit or Credit Card, Checks, Cash, Money Orders, E-Checks, or Auto Pay (through your banking institution)
Payments can be made through this website on the payment tab
The fee is 3% plus $1.00 charged by the card companies
If setting up Auto-Pay through your bank, give them your city utility account number found on your monthly statements
Set up auto pay according to mailing time (Mail goes to SLC and back)
July 24th Pioneer Day Celebration
Parade 10:00 a.m.
Rodeo: 2:00 p.m.
Contact the following people for more information
Parade-Mark Priestley 208-648-7830
Rodeo-Nicole McLain 208-339-6475
Vendors-Kathie Berry 208-648-7353
Parade 10:00 a.m.
Rodeo: 2:00 p.m.
Contact the following people for more information
Parade-Mark Priestley 208-648-7830
Rodeo-Nicole McLain 208-339-6475
Vendors-Kathie Berry 208-648-7353
