Welcome to Depot Bench Neighborhood Association
A historic Boise neighborhood shaped by neighbors who care.
Together, we're building a stronger Depot Bench neighborhood.
The Depot Bench Neighborhood Association brings residents together to protect what makes our neighborhood special while helping shape what comes next. From improving pedestrian safety and preserving our historic character to supporting local parks, businesses, and community events, we're committed to keeping Depot Bench a vibrant place to live.
Whether you've lived here for decades or just moved into the neighborhood, there's a place for you in the conversation.
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Our Mission
The Depot Bench Neighborhood Association is a nonprofit organization founded to promote neighborhood interests, create a place for innovating & energizing ideas and enable the neighborhood to capitalize on collectively supported opportunities. We also serve as a conduit to share information about our neighborhood & community with area residents. Whether you are a resident or a business, we need your input to keep our neighborhood great.
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Advocating for safer intersections, walkable neighborhoods, and better transportation for everyone.
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Celebrating the rich history of Depot Bench while preserving the places and stories that make it unique.
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Protecting our mature tree canopy and supporting beautiful, welcoming parks and open spaces.
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Creating opportunities for neighbors to meet, volunteer, and strengthen our community.
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Supporting thoughtful development that respects the neighborhood while planning for the future.
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Celebrating the creativity, culture, and locally owned businesses that give Depot Bench its personality.
Why We Love Depot Bench
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![A playground with green roof structures designed to look like leaves, surrounded by trees and a concrete sidewalk.]()
Bowden Park Inclusive Playground
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![A playground with slides, climbing equipment, and benches in a park surrounded by large green trees on a sunny day.]()
Terry Day Park Playground
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![A busy outdoor restaurant with people dining under blue umbrellas. There are string lights hanging outside. The building has a large ice cream logo and the name 'The Still'. There are trees and signs including one that indicates parking restrictions.]()
Restaurants & Shopping on Latah at Alpine
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![A peaceful lakeside scene with lush green trees and foliage, water reflecting the trees, and a grassy bank in the foreground.]()
Terry Day Park Pond
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![Front of a beige building with several large windows, red awnings, and a red awning extending over the sidewalk. Storefront signs include "Urban Cowboy" and "Rhiannon Antiques." Mannequins dressed in casual clothing and accessories are displayed in the window, with potted plants and signs outside.]()
Hoppie Building Boutiques at Vista & Overland
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![A park with green grass, trees, benches, and playground equipment including slides and swings. There are children playing and adults sitting on benches.]()
Morris Hill Park Playground
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![Image of a modern multi-story building with large glass windows and concrete exterior. The ground floor has a sign reading 'The Gem Center for the Arts' and an address number 2417. There is a small bush at the bottom left and some trees and reflections visible in the windows.]()
The Gem Center For The Arts & Comedy Lounge
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![Outdoor gym equipment with metal exercise chairs and a painted instructional sign, surrounded by green trees and bushes.]()
Bowden Park Outdoor Gym
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![Children's playground with red dragon-shaped spring riders, a blue and red slide, a yellow fire hydrant, and a background of trees and a black metal fence.]()
Morris Hill Dog Park
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![A park scene during sunset with a large leafy tree in the foreground, green grass, a concrete walking path, and smaller trees in the background under a partly cloudy sky.]()
Bike Friendly in the City of Trees
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