I haven’t had anyone step up to apply for the FREE ownership of the BOISEGUARDIAN.COM website. There is an 18 year history, invaluable archive, and the opportunity to make yourself an on-line publisher. I am now 78 and seeking to have some time to do some creative writing and photography without the responsibility of fact checking and providing a forum for readers of all philosophies. If you, a group, or even journalism students want to have a shot at public news gathering, send me a note expressing your interest. Warm regards, DAVE FRAZIER ..read more

For the few followers left at the BOISE GUARDIAN, it is obvious that there has been no coverage since the city election in November 2023. I would like to make an offer that should be hard to refuse: free access to be the new BOISE GUARDIAN. After 18 years as editor, I, Dave Frazier have decided it is time to pass the GUARDIAN along to another journalist who would like to carry on the role of “guarding” the citizens rights by overseeing local government activities. It would be a great opportunity for aspiring journalists. Over the years I have changed policy within Boise City departments which ..read more

Mclean-Masterson race probably had two winners. Mclean benefitted from incumbency and handily ensconced herself as a political power in Idaho. Masterson went through the motions, but his heart wasn’t really in the race. After a lifetime in public service, he had his eye on retirement and family time. Two winners. Jail bond missed by only a few votes. We advise sheriff and county officials to renew efforts to force the state of Idaho to take the daily 100 inmates that belong in the prison, but the state refuses to pick them up. The issue is NOT the super majority, it is the people of Ada County ..read more

We saw the local legacy media publish (broadcast) a story from Team McLean claiming Boise’s airport and Lander Street sewer plant would be using solar energy provided by Idaho Power. That simply is not true. While Idaho Power has solar facilities on the grid, they also have other sources on the same system. The good mayor could also claim the city is powered by water from C. J. Strike Dam. The claim of powering the airport and sewer plant with solar is like saying the water we get from the Boise River is “spring water.” Sure, there are springs that contribute to the river flow, but the water ..read more

While the current topics for conversation and debate in the Boise mayor and council races are focused on housing, homelessness, and the alphabet soup of sexual preferences, the GUARDIAN has come out of retirement with some important topics. FEES IN LIEU OF TAXES are needed to offset the subsidy Boise taxpayers make toward state government. The mirrored office building at Broadway and the Boise river is owned by BSU and pays no taxes as a state-owned property. HOWEVER the majority of the space is used by for profit PRIVATE business.ccThat spqce should pay fees to the city. THE HP CAMPUS is now ..read more

The GUARDIAN has awaited explanations why the legacy media has failed to question Boise PD and Chief Ron Winegar about statements made in press releases and in person following the latest “officer involved” shooting on Dale St. Of major concern is the description of the dead man carrying “an edged” object and “multiple weapons. He also reportedly had “dialogue” with officers. These statements are simply intended to muddy the water. Not only do the coppers refuse to show the body cam video–if there are any–but the refuse to tell citizens if the dead man had a knife, sword, or putty knife. Failu ..read more

GUEST OPINION BY GUY BOURGEAU Ben— I’m not quite sure how to respond to that comment. Obviously one best left alone. For the defense, unions are beneficial for police departments. I can’t disagree that what you say isn’t true in some cases, but not here. We are able to set hiring standards and offer competitive wages to attract the best and brightest in a highly challenging market. We do not protect bad cops, we protect the process so that these cases are done right and we don’t find ourselves in a position where we have to protect a bad egg because an overzealous administrator violated case l ..read more

Guest Opinion By DAVID KING When it comes to voting for city councilors, fahgetaboutit. The mayor will take care of it for you. In January 2023, Lisa Sanchez lost her seat on the Boise City Council, as affirmed by her peers, after her difficulty in understanding the redistricting process. One councilor for Mayor McLean to appoint. In March 2023, Elaine Clegg stepped down from the Council after serving nearly two decades. Another seat for Heronner to fill. Finally, in July 2023, Holli Woodings, became the first of Boise’s political climbing crew to abscond to the District of Columbia, and now M ..read more

MORE APARTMENTS for Crescent Rim residents to view in the Lusk area. Photo Essay by DAVID R. FRAZIER, editor We took a little tour of our downtown area recently and sadly realized it is nearly impossible to see the foothills or much of any horizon thanks to the big city apartments and other structures. The state capitol used to be the centerpiece of the Boise skyline, but it is pretty much obscured today unless you happen to be in the middle of Capital Blvd looking north. Our city fathers and mothers have carried on a love affair with developers to the point Front Street is a deep canyon wit ..read more

Guest Opinion By GUY BOURGEAU Boise Police Union president I am compelled to offer a public statement regarding the recent “investigation” of the Boise Police Department. To think that 500k dollars at a rate of $800 per hour plus expenses was going to go very far was simply foolish. Money that could’ve gone much further if it had been employed locally for a much better value. I think everyone realizes this window dressing was simply a ploy to distract from the real issues, poor leadership at city hall. I had the chance to speak with Mr. Bromwich, and we both agreed on one thing. The Mayor had ..read more