On Oct. 6, the Nampa City Council voted to convey the Ford Idaho Center to 蘑菇视频网 (CWI). The next step in conveyance is approval from the CWI Board of Trustees to accept the property and approve the associated agreements.
Under CWI’s stewardship, the Ford Idaho Center property and venues will continue to host public events like concerts and rodeos, while tapping into potential academic programs and applied learning opportunities for students. This transition ensures the center remains an accessible, vibrant community asset for generations to come.
CWI has plans for fundraising, public-private partnerships, and other funding sources to support the Ford Idaho Center, with no planned increases in tuition or property taxes.
Overview
Several key factors are driving CWI's consideration of the Ford Idaho Center conveyance:
- Growth Opportunity
- Currently serving more than 31,000 students, this is an opportunity for future growth for CWI, as well as Nampa and the entire region.
- CWI will be positioned to serve the growing population and unlock the full potential of the Ford Idaho Center.
- Idaho Higher Education Peers & CWI
- Today, six of the eight public higher education institutions in Idaho (colleges and universities) currently own similar venues on their campuses.
- Compared to peer institutions with similar numbers of students served, CWI’s campus has a much smaller footprint measured in acres; this conveyance will expand the campus footprint.
- Forward Planning
- This conveyance will double the size of CWI's Nampa Campus and ensure adequate space for compatible growth around the College for generations to come.
- CWI will continue to strengthen its partnership with the Nampa community through hosting cultural activities, sporting events, and community gatherings while seeking new opportunities for growth and engagement.
Future Vision
CWI’s vision is to activate the Ford Idaho Center as a hub for education, applied learning, and community life. Plans include:
- Expanded Academic Offerings
- Launch of new programs, potentially in areas such as event and venue management, early childhood education, and agriculture.
- Enhanced Hands-On Learning
- Internships and jobs for students with on-site businesses and events.
- Growth of Recreational & Athletic Opportunities
- Development of recreational, competitive, and community sports.
- Increased Community Services
- Exploration of new amenities such as a healthcare facility, athletics recreation center, and other amenities for the community.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How will this impact CWI’s current operations?
- CWI will continue to partner with Oak View Group who currently operates the Ford Idaho Center. This allows the College to effectively outsource the operations of the facility, minimizing the impact on the College’s day-to-day operations.
- How will CWI fund improvements to the Ford Idaho Center?
- CWI will leverage various funding sources such as philanthropic funds, revenue generated through public-private partnerships, and other sources available to the Ford Idaho Center for improvements. 鈥�
- 鈥疻ill CWI sell the property?
- No, CWI will be contractually barred from selling the property without the consent of the City of Nampa.
- Will the Ford Idaho Center remain available for public events?鈥�
- Yes, public events such as the Snake River Stampede, concerts, and horse events will continue at the Ford Idaho Center as they have in the past under the management of Oak View Group.
