The Hayden City Council held a special meeting on October 7, 2025, to discuss key elements of the revenue allocation plan for the Hayden Urban Renewal Agency (HURA). The meeting focused on the estimated project costs, anticipated revenues, and the necessary steps for public engagement regarding proposed amendments to the revenue allocation area.

The discussion began with a detailed overview of the estimated project costs and the importance of identifying specific projects within the revenue allocation plan. Council members emphasized the need for transparency and clarity in outlining the anticipated revenue, which is projected to be around $6.2 million over the remaining term of the revenue allocation area. This estimate is based on assumptions regarding new investments and changes in property values.

Key projects highlighted included the development of a civic center at the intersection of Government Way and Orchard Avenue, improvements to city hall, enhancements to McIntyre Park, and various road and intersection upgrades. The council noted that if actual revenues exceed expectations, there would be flexibility to allocate funds to additional projects within the revenue allocation area.

The council's primary action item was to authorize the publication of a public hearing notice for a planned amendment, scheduled for November 18, 2025. This notice will require a comprehensive publication, which is expected to cost between $1,000 and $2,000. The council discussed the necessity of providing detailed information to ensure public awareness and understanding of the proposed changes.

Council members were presented with three options regarding the public hearing notice: to authorize its publication, to postpone the decision for further information, or to remand the plan back to HURA for additional adjustments. The meeting concluded with a commitment to transparency and community engagement as the council moves forward with the revenue allocation plan.