HomeMy WebLinkAboutRPD Station Bond Newsletter_FINAL DRAFT_6-25-25The City of Rexburg and the Rexburg Police Department are actively exploring options to construct a new police station to replace their existing facility. The City has been setting aside funds for this project over the past several years and is now under contract to purchase land for a new building.
Following discussions with project consultants, it has become evident that the current savings will not fully cover the total cost of construction. To proceed, the City will need voter approval of a bond, which requires a super-majority (66.67%) vote in a Rexburg city election.
We are working to place this bond measure on the November 2025 ballot. While we are still finalizing details, our goal is to provide transparency throughout the process so residents can make an informed decision. In the coming months, we will share additional information, including preliminary concepts and police department statistics. These updates will be shared through our digital platforms and in the City’s monthly newsletter. Thank you & stay tuned,Mayor Jerry Merrill & Chief Joshua Rhodes
Project Description
Rexburg Police Station Facility
•Limited Space: The department has outgrown the facility, affecting daily operations, staffing, vehicle parking, and trainingcapacity.
•Aging Infrastructure & Technology: The existing building no longer meets modern safety, technological, or energy-efficiencystandards for accreditation by the Idaho Chief of Police Association (ICPA).
•Public Safety Standards: Today’s law enforcement operations require secure evidence processing areas, enhanced safety for
staff, and private, confidential spaces for victims and members of the public.
•Future Preparedness: A new facility would enable the department to accommodate future population growth and emergencyresponse capabilities.
Why a New Police Facility is Needed
Where We Are in the Process
July
•July 10th, Police Station Community Open House, 4-6 pm
•July 16th, City Council Town Hall Q&A @ 5:30 pm
o Ordinance proposal to Rexburg City CouncilAugust
•August 11th, Police Station Community Open House, 4-6 pm
•August 20th, Ordinance 3rd Reading
•August 29th, Ballot submission questions due to Madison County
June
•Preliminary Site Selection & Purchase
The new Police Station project is currently in the concept design and preliminary planning phase. Key activities underway include:
•Site selection & land acquisition
•Development of Initial architecturalconcepts
•Estimation of preliminary construction
costs
•Coordination with City Council and publicsafety leadership
•Preparation for upcoming community
engagement events to share concepts
and gather input
Stay Informed - We invite residents to stay engaged throughout the planning and construction process. Your input helps ensure the new station refl ects our shared prioirities for safety, eff iciency, and community values.
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As Rexburg continues to grow, the demands on our police department have increased significantly. The current police station - originally built for a much smaller department – now faces several critical challenges: