Funeral Planned for Nampa Mayor Hogaboam at Idaho Center

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The memorial service honoring the late Mayor Rick Hogaboam of Nampa, Idaho will be held on Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 5 p.m. at the Ford Idaho Center. Hogaboam, who was elected in November 2025 and sworn in just months ago, passed away in a tragic incident during a local leadership meeting. The public and media are invited to attend the funeral, while family, friends, and dignitaries will have a separate entrance.

Why it matters

Hogaboam's sudden death has left the City of Nampa and the Treasure Valley region in mourning. According to Idaho law, it is now up to the Nampa City Council to appoint the next mayor, who will serve out the remainder of Hogaboam's 4-year term. This means residents will not have a direct say in electing the next mayor.

The details

The memorial service will be held at the Ford Idaho Center, with doors opening at 4 p.m. The general public and media are asked to park in the west lot and use Entry 1, while family, friends, and dignitaries should park in the south lot and use Entry 5. There will be security screening, and weapons will not be allowed. Heavier than normal traffic is expected in the area.

• The memorial service will be held on Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 5 p.m.
• Doors will open at 4 p.m. on the day of the service.

What’s next

The Nampa City Council will appoint the next mayor to serve out the remainder of Hogaboam's 4-year term.