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Council approves mediation in Willow’s Place Townhomes dispute, names local mediator

Idaho Falls City Council · May 7, 2026
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Summary

The council voted to order mediation in a land‑use dispute involving Willow’s Place Townhomes and selected mediator Kirk Thompson; council discussed ex parte risks and possible recusal of negotiating members.

The Idaho Falls City Council voted to order mediation in a dispute involving Willow’s Place Townhomes, a planned unit development, and selected Kirk Thompson as the mediator.

City counsel introduced the mediation proposal after the applicant requested the process. The council discussed logistics — including the proposed mediator’s availability, hourly rate and travel fee — and how to handle potential ex parte…

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