Public Records Request The City of Potlatch is committed to transparency and providing access to public records in accordance with the Idaho Public Records Act (Idaho Code Title 74, Chapter 1). How to Submit a Request All requests for public records must be made in writing using the form at the bottom of this page. Please read all information on this page before submitting your request. Note: Please be as specific as possible regarding the records you are seeking, including a date range and subject matter. This helps us locate your records efficiently. Public records request must be submitted to the public records custodian, City Clerk, Harmony Nowack, by using the one of the following methods: Email: cityhall@cityofpotlatch.org In-Person: Potlatch City Hall, 195 6th St, Potlatch, ID Mail: City of Potlatch Attn: City Clerk PO Box 525 Potlatch, ID 83855 Response Timeframes Under I.C. § 74-103, the City will respond to your request within three (3) business days of receipt. If the request is complex or voluminous, we may extend the response time to ten (10) business days by providing you with written notice. Important Legal Notices Prohibited Use: Per I.C. § 74-120, public records may not be used as a mailing or telephone list for the purpose of presenting a commercial opportunity or advertising. Violation of this law is punishable by a civil penalty of up to $1,000. Idaho Residency: Please indicate in your request if you are an Idaho resident. State law provides different response timelines for non-residents. Click here for: Public Records Request Form

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Potlatch Days Contact List Non-Food Vendors: Lorna Macy 509-280-5533 Food Vendors: Dan Hernandez 208-407-5773 Dirt Events: Dan Hernandez 208-407-5773 Parade: Tamm Kilborn 208-875-1294 and Heidi Davis Car Show: Craig Swanson 509-209-6706 Small Title This is a Paragraph. Click on "Edit Text" or double click on the text box to start editing the content and make sure to add any relevant details or information that you want to share with your visitors. Small Title This is a Paragraph. Click on "Edit Text" or double click on the text box to start editing the content and make sure to add any relevant details or information that you want to share with your visitors. Small Title This is a Paragraph. Click on "Edit Text" or double click on the text box to start editing the content and make sure to add any relevant details or information that you want to share with your visitors.

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Mayor & City Council The City Council holds regular meetings every 2nd & 4th Monday of each month. Starting July 13, 2026 meeting will begin at 5:30 p.m. and are held at Potlatch City Hall, 195 Sixth St. Members of the public are welcome to attend and will be given time to voice any comments or concerns they may have. For the current year's schedule of Council Meetings click here MAYOR: David Brown Current Term: 2024–2028 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Marty Anderson, President Current Term: 2026–2030 Jennifer Anderson Current Term: 2024–2028 Darrell Bostic Current Term: 2024–2028 Jody Long Current Term: 2026–2030 In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, those requesting reasonable accommodations need to contact City Hall at (208) 875-0708. The public is encouraged to attend any and all City Council meetings. The City of Potlatch has a Mayor-Council form of government. City Hall sits at the corner of Pine Street and Highway 6. If you would like to be placed on the agenda, please call City Hall at (208) 875-0708.

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FISCAL YEAR 2025/26 UTILITY RATES Water Rates (in town) Base Rate for Water = $45.00 mo. 0-8000 gallons: $3.10/thousand 8001 gallons and up: $3.25/thousand Water Rates (out of town) Base Rate for Water = $50.75 mo. 0-8000 gallons: $3.35/thousand 8001 gallons and up: $3.75/thousand Sewer Rates Potlatch Residents: $70.00/month Vacant House (no water usage): $35.62/month Garbage Rates 35 gallon cart $33.07/month 65 gallon cart $37.04/month 95 gallon cart $39.69/month To set up services please stop in or call Potlatch City Hall 208-875-0708

(208) 743-4075 MONTHLY PRICES FOR TRASH REMOVAL ROLL CARTS: 35 gallon $33.07/mo 65 gallon $37.04/mo 95 gallon $39.69/mo Extra bags are $6 each. Cart change out fee $23.06 Carts can be exchanged free of charge within 60 days for new owner or tenants CITY OF POTLATCH YARD DEBRIS REMOVAL $20 per month Branches must be under 4 feet in length Compostable bags prefered

2026 City Council Meeting Schedule Starting July 13th, 2026 meetings will begin at 5:30 p.m. and are held at Potlatch City Hall, 195 Sixth St. Members of the public are welcome to attend and will be given time to voice any comments or concerns they may have. January 12 & 26 February 9 & 23 March 9 & 23 April 13 & 27 May 11 & 25~(No meeting the 25th for Memorial Day) June 8 & 22 July 13 & 27 August 10 & 24 September 14 & 28 October 12 & 26 November 9 & 23 December 14 & 28

Potlatch History The community of Potlatch began as a company town for Potlatch Forest, Inc., once boasting the world's largest White Pine sawmill in the United States (1906) with a booming forest industry. The City of Potlatch has a population of over 800 people. The City is located one mile off of Highway 95 on State Highway 6 (aka Scenic 6) and is 18 miles NE of Moscow and 51 miles NE of Lewiston. Potlatch offers two walking tours for history buffs: "A Walking Tour of the Potlatch Commercial District" and "A Walking Tour of Potlatch Neighborhoods". Pick up your free tour guide document at City Hall or at the WIMHPG railroad depot. These publications are provided by the Potlatch Historical Society and the City of Potlatch. A brochure, "The Palouse Country", which offers directions for driving tours of Latah and Whitman Counties, is also available at City Hall or at the WIMHPG railroad depot. Browse through a digital collection comprised of about 3,500 photographs and documents from Potlatch and surrounding areas here . You can read more about the WI&M Depot here . WI&M Depot By 1905, the Potlatch Lumber Company owned 100,000 acres of timber in Idaho’s white pine belt, the largest remaining stand of virgin white pine timber in the world. Potlatch Union Church Dedicated in 1912. When it was built it was the largest church in Latah County and could seat approximately 1000 people. The church burned to the ground July 15, 1951. Potlatch Mercantile The cornerstone of the Potlatch Mercantile Company Store is dated 1906 and it was a major economic force in Latah County, until it burned down on January 13, 1963.