Mayor Lauren McLean - Democratic Mayors

In her second State of the City Address, Boise Mayor Lauren McLean spoke directly to the community about her priorities for housing, pathways, climate action, and more. She also highlighted residents’ continued resilience through the COVID-19 pandemic, and honored community heroes who have stepped up during a challenging year.

“From our earliest days, we are optimistic people who step up and care for each other,” Mayor McLean said. “We are creative, coming up with Boise solutions to challenges – which we see as opportunities. We work together to protect our residents and grow our economy all while addressing challenges, like climate, head on.”

The Mayor shared several upcoming initiatives and projects, including new affordable housing units and an online engagement tool to allow the community to provide input for the investment of American Rescue Plan dollars.

She also announced that the City of Boise is on track to beat its city government 100% clean electricity goal by 2023 – seven years ahead of its 2030 target.

Watch Mayor McLean’s full address here.

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