Mayor John Evans

John Evans grew up and was educated in the Midwest. A Vietnam veteran, John and his wife, Judy, were married in 1969 and have three grown children, twelve grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren. John and Judy moved their family to Idaho in 1975 and then to Garden City in 1988.

Since he arrived in Idaho, John has been primarily involved in the construction industry. Since 1985 John has been in the residential real estate development business in Ada and Canyon Counties. His current project is in Caldwell. John has not engaged in any business activity in Garden City since his election to the city council in 1995.

Before he was elected Mayor in November of 2005, John served on the Garden City Planning & Zoning Commission from 1992-1995 and served on the Garden City city council from 1996-2005. While on the City Council, John served several one-year terms as President of the City Council, Council liaison to the Garden City Police Department, and Council liaison to the Library Board, a position he held for ten years. He also performed the council oversight function for the construction of the Police Department building in 1999 and the new City Hall/Library building in 2004. John also serves on the boards of the Community Planning Association (COMPASS), Valley Regional Transit (VRT), the Idaho Counties Risk Management Program (ICRMP) Board, and serves as a Fourth Judicial District Magistrate Commission member.

John and Judy enjoy hanging out with family and traveling to the coast and other points around the northwest. When time permits, John enjoys cowboy action shooting.

You may contact Mayor Evans at jevans@gardencityidaho.org or his assistant, Susanna Smith at ssmith@gardencityidaho.org

Here We Have Idaho is a local radio show heard on KSPD 790 AM and 94.5 FM translator. Here We Have Idaho is a show focusing on celebrating Idaho and all that makes Idaho great. Hear We Have Idaho will focus on the issues and events that impact Idaho’s citizens and families. Each week we will visit those that are writing Idaho’s story and keeping the spirit of our state song alive with hosts Victor Miller and Tom Luna.

Here We Have Idaho is a local radio show heard on KSPD 790 AM and 94.5 FM translator. Here We Have Idaho is a show focusing on celebrating Idaho and all that makes Idaho great. Hear We Have Idaho will focus on the issues and events that impact Idaho’s citizens and families. Each week we will visit those that are writing Idaho’s story and keeping the spirit of our state song alive with hosts Victor Miller and Tom Luna.

Rod Beck is the Chairman of the Ada County Board of Commissioners. Beck has an extensive background in conservative governance in Idaho including having served in the state Senate as Majority Leader.

Beck believes it is critically important to work each day to uphold the Idaho Constitution. He believes government should operate within its means just as families do. Beck supports free markets, limited government and cultivating a business-friendly environment. He believes property taxes are too high and is working to address the issue in part by limiting government spending where appropriate.

Beck’s considerable experience includes serving as Executive Director of the Idaho Housing and Finance Association (IHFA) whose mission is to provide funding for affordable housing opportunities in Idaho communities where they are most needed. Additionally he has nearly four decades experience as a real estate broker.

Born and raised on an Idaho potato farm, Beck grew up planting and harvesting potatoes which gave him a solid work ethic. Rod and his wife Rhonda have been married for 45 years. They have three daughters and three sons, as well as 17 grandchildren.

You can contact Chairman Beck at bocc1@adacounty.id.gov or call 208-287-7000.

Credit: https://adacounty.id.gov/commissioners/rod-beck-district-2/

Here We Have Idaho is a local radio show heard on KSPD 790 AM and 94.5 FM translator. Here We Have Idaho is a show focusing on celebrating Idaho and all that makes Idaho great. Hear We Have Idaho will focus on the issues and events that impact Idaho’s citizens and families. Each week we will visit those that are writing Idaho’s story and keeping the spirit of our state song alive with hosts Victor Miller and Tom Luna.

Luci Willits, a lifelong Idahoan and proud product of its public schools, brings a unique blend of experience and dedication to her role as Boise City Council member for District 1. Raised in eastern Idaho by a farmer and small business owner, Luci understands the value of hard work and the importance of community.

After moving to the Treasure Valley, Luci built a successful career in the private and public sectors. Her diverse background and 20 years as a West Boise resident, give her a deep understanding of the issues facing the city and its residents.

Luci's forward-thinking approach and problem-solving skills have been instrumental in her role on the City Council. She is committed to maintaining Boise's clean streets, safe neighborhoods, and family-friendly atmosphere in our growing city.

First elected in 2021 and re-elected in 2023, Luci's priorities include public safety, library access, and maintaining and expanding Boise’s beautiful parks. She actively engages with the Centennial and West Valley neighborhood associations in her district to ensure their voices are heard and their concerns are addressed.

Here We Have Idaho is a local radio show heard on KSPD 790 AM and 94.5 FM translator. Here We Have Idaho is a show focusing on celebrating Idaho and all that makes Idaho great. Hear We Have Idaho will focus on the issues and events that impact Idaho’s citizens and families. Each week we will visit those that are writing Idaho’s story and keeping the spirit of our state song alive with hosts Victor Miller and Tom Luna.

Here We Have Idaho is a local radio show heard on KSPD 790 AM and 94.5 FM translator. Here We Have Idaho is a show focusing on celebrating Idaho and all that makes Idaho great. Hear We Have Idaho will focus on the issues and events that impact Idaho’s citizens and families. Each week we will visit those that are writing Idaho’s story and keeping the spirit of our state song alive with hosts Victor Miller and Tom Luna.

BCrane@house.idaho.gov
District 13
House Seat A
9th term
PO Box 86, Nampa, ID, 83653
Bus (208) 466-0613
Statehouse (208) 332-1058 (Session Only)
Co Owner – Crane Alarm Service
Committees:
Ethics and House Policy – Chair
State Affairs – Chair
Business

Rep. Crane is the Co-Owner of Crane Alarm Service, a family-owned security and fire alarm business that has been in Nampa since 1964. Rep. Crane is currently serving his ninth term in the Idaho House of Representatives. He is the ranking member on the House Business Committee and is the Chairman of the House State Affairs Committee. In 2022 his colleagues elected him to also serve as the Chairman of the House Ethics and Policy Committee. Rep. Crane is known as an advocate for a strong economy and a business-friendly environment. Rep. Crane received the Friend of Agriculture award in 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2017, 2018, 2020, 2021, and 2022. Rep. Crane is active in his community, having served as an Ad Hoc member of the Nampa Chamber of Commerce Executive Board. Rep. Crane coaches’ youth basketball for Nampa Christian Schools. Rep. Crane was pleased when his company was selected by the TV show Extreme Makeover Edition to install the security system for the Ryan Stockdale family. Rep. Crane’s company also provided the security for the 2009 Special Winter Olympics. A life-long resident of Canyon County, Rep. Crane graduated from Nampa Christian High School and received a B.A. in political science with an emphasis in public administration from Boise State University.

Representative Jaron Crane (R)

JCrane@house.idaho.gov
District 12
House Seat B
1st term
PO Box 1804, Nampa, ID, 83653
Home (208) 812-2059
Statehouse (208) 332-1059 (Session Only)
Business Owner
Committees:
Business – Vice Chair
State Affairs
Transportation & Defense

Ronald “Jaron” Crane was born and raised in Nampa, Idaho; third-generation Idahoan and youngest of six children of retired State Treasurer Ron G. and Cheryl A. Crane; attended Nampa Christian Schools (K-12); attended Hobe Sound Bible College in Florida; transferred to Ohio Christian University and received an associate degree in business management; enlisted in the Idaho Army National Guard while enrolled at Boise State University; graduated BSU with a bachelor’s degree in political science, emphasis in public policy (2014); fulfilled his contract with the Idaho Army National Guard (2019); current vice president of Crane Alarm Service.

Here We Have Idaho is a local radio show heard on KSPD 790 AM and 94.5 FM translator. Here We Have Idaho is a show focusing on celebrating Idaho and all that makes Idaho great. Hear We Have Idaho will focus on the issues and events that impact Idaho’s citizens and families. Each week we will visit those that are writing Idaho’s story and keeping the spirit of our state song alive with hosts Victor Miller and Tom Luna.

Here We Have Idaho is a local radio show heard on KSPD 790 AM and 94.5 FM translator. Here We Have Idaho is a show focusing on celebrating Idaho and all that makes Idaho great. Hear We Have Idaho will focus on the issues and events that impact Idaho’s citizens and families. Each week we will visit those that are writing Idaho’s story and keeping the spirit of our state song alive with hosts Victor Miller and Tom Luna.

THill@house.idaho.gov
District 14
House Seat A
1st term
2488 E Windrose Street, Eagle, ID, 83616
Home (208) 332-1124
Statehouse (208) 332-1124 (Session Only)
Airline Pilot
Committees:
Education
Resources & Conservation
Transportation & Defense

Born and raised in Idaho; attended Boise High School; graduated from Boise State University with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree; completed a master’s degree in international relations from Salve-Regina University; joined the Navy in 1984 and served as a fighter pilot (participating in three combat tours), a squadron commander, and an Airwing deputy commander; during his combat tours, acted as liaison to Arab countries on defense operations, training, and status of force negotiations; additionally, worked closely with alliance partners Great Britain, Australia, and Japan; involved with the Department of Defense for more than a decade in strategic war planning, force and weapon assessments, and recommendations; retired in April of 2022 after completing 38 years of service with the Navy; currently a contract adversary fighter pilot in support of naval aviator tactical training and an international pilot for United Airlines.

Here We Have Idaho is a local radio show heard on KSPD 790 AM and 94.5 FM translator. Here We Have Idaho is a show focusing on celebrating Idaho and all that makes Idaho great. Hear We Have Idaho will focus on the issues and events that impact Idaho’s citizens and families. Each week we will visit those that are writing Idaho’s story and keeping the spirit of our state song alive with hosts Victor Miller and Tom Luna.