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A massive new housing project called Ibaia is sparking fierce debate in North Meridian, threatening to transform nearly a square mile of farmland near the Boise River into over a thousand homes. Residents, rallying under “Rethink Basque Ranch,” fear it undermines long-term city plans and risks traffic, safety, and open space. Developers counter that it fits the comprehensive plan and includes a 60-acre riverfront park — a city priority. With hundreds of emails demanding “stick to the plan,” the proposal faces scrutiny from the Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council, with no public hearings scheduled yet. This showdown captures the growing tension between urban expansion and community preservation in a rapidly changing region.

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