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Residents ask for better budget notifications and raise parade access concerns at Kuna City Council
Summary
Citizens asked the council to improve public notifications for budget hearings and described difficulties leaving homes during Kuna Days parade closures. A resident also asked whether a $20,000 law‑enforcement contingency was used; the police chief said no contingency funds were required.
During public comment at the Kuna City Council meeting, residents urged improved communication about budget hearings and raised problems with parade road closures during Kuna Days.
Michael Rocco told the council he had received city email notifications for events but was concerned that many residents — particularly renters — might not receive the mailed tax notice that advertises budget hearings. He asked the city to ensure broader notification about public meetings on the budget.
Rocco also asked whether a $20,000 overtime/contingency sum related to law enforcement for an event (referred to in testimony as for the "Hell's Angels") had been expended and whether Idaho Transportation Department road work affected law enforcement deployment. Chief Mike Chusco, City of Kuna, said from what he saw the city did not have to use the $20,000 contingency. He said overtime costs were covered within the department’s budget and that multiple agencies — including surrounding police agencies and Ada County deputies — assisted at the event.
Maxine Hutchinson, a resident, described being blocked in her street during the Kuna Days parade and asked whether organizers and the city could provide clearer information about parade routing and access. The mayor and staff advised residents to contact the Kuna Chamber (the parade organizer) and said the city would follow up with the chamber and Ada County Highway District (ACHD) where appropriate.
Council members acknowledged the notification gap for some residents and said they would follow up on outreach and coordination with event organizers.
