Kody Daffer’s Nampa City Council Priorities & Key Issues
Explore the key issues facing Nampa, Idaho, and learn about Kody Daffer’s vision for Nampa’s future as he works to improve the community, support local families, and strengthen city services.
Fiscal Responsibility & Transparency
Kody believes in balancing the need to keep taxes low in Nampa, Idaho with the responsibility to spend wisely. While no one wants higher taxes, they are necessary to fund essential city services in Nampa, including public safety, infrastructure, and community programs. He is committed to ensuring that Nampa taxpayer dollars are used efficiently, deliver real value to the community, and are managed with accountability and transparency for Nampa residents.
Smart Sustainable Growth
There is a difference between rapid growth and smart growth in Nampa, Idaho. With extensive experience in Idaho real estate development, Kody advocates for growth strategies that keep housing affordable for Nampa families while generating the necessary funds to improve local streets, utilities, and infrastructure. His approach prioritizes a safe and thriving community in Nampa where families can live and prosper.
Other Issues
Ford Idaho Center
Kody supports exploring ways to retain the Ford Idaho Center in Nampa, Idaho. While the $25 million deferred maintenance cost is significant, he believes there are multiple options worth considering to keep this important Nampa entertainment and events venue under local management. Kody acknowledges that solutions may involve tax adjustments or a levy, but he is committed to exhausting every possible avenue before considering a transfer of ownership to CWI.
Raises for Mayor and City Council
While it may be uncomfortable for officials to vote on their own compensation, Kody believes that attracting qualified candidates for Mayor and Nampa City Council requires offering competitive pay for local leadership positions. The goal is to ensure these positions are filled by capable, independent individuals who can serve Nampa residents effectively, rather than candidates who might be easily influenced.
Public Safety
Kody strongly supports law enforcement and first responders in Nampa, Idaho. He has met with Nampa Police Chief Joe Huff and Fire Chief Kirk Carpenter and is committed to ensuring that local police and fire departments have the resources needed to keep Nampa residents and the entire community safe.
A topic Kody feels doesn't get enough attention
Kody believes that a lack of civic education in Nampa, Idaho is a major source of frustration in public matters. His experience on the Nampa Planning and Zoning Commission has shown him that many disputes between neighbors stem from misunderstandings about local processes. He is committed to finding ways to educate Nampa residents about city procedures, what to expect from public servants, and how property rights in Nampa affect both individuals and their neighbors.
Emergency Preparedness
One of Kody’s core beliefs is self-reliance for Nampa residents: families should strive to support themselves, their loved ones, and their local community. At the same time, he believes it is Nampa’s responsibility to educate residents on preparing for challenges and to provide guidance and support as families and individuals work toward independence and long-term security in Nampa.
Idaho House Bill 389
Kody supports reducing taxes in Nampa, Idaho, but he does not believe limiting the city’s ability to collect them is the right approach. While lowering taxes can benefit residents, he feels this bill was rushed and includes provisions that favor certain interests rather than Idaho communities as a whole. Kody believes the proper way to reduce local taxes in Nampa is by controlling city spending and allowing municipalities the flexibility to plan reductions in a way that fits their readiness and meets the needs of Nampa residents.