Basic information about City of Star

Star is actually one of the earliest settlements in Treasure Valley. In the 1860s, the first settlers came to the area with others soon following due to the rich farmland located along the Boise River. Over time, the community became a place to stop for travelers and miners as they made their way to the Boise Basin. Travelers along a branch of the Oregon Trail also ventured here. The original Star village was actually one mile east of present-day Star and the first schoolhouse was built in the 1870s. When the schoolhouse was complete, a settler made a star and nailed it to the front door, creating an important landmark for travelers and miners and giving the town its name.

In 1917, a cheese factory was opened and became known as the Mutual Creamery. The creamery in Star was part of a chain of creameries under the Mutual Creamery name, which was based out of Salt Lake City, Utah

In 1919 the Star Mercantile was opened and evolved over the years from a cracker barrel store to a general store stocked with groceries, drugs, veterinary supplies, and home appliances.

In 1929, the State of Idaho paved the highway from Boise to Caldwell up to the city limits on either side of Star. The town was expected to pay for its portion of the highway, but residents balked at the possibility of higher taxes to pay for it. The state reversed the incorporation charter, making the highway property of the state so it could be completed.

In 1937, the brick schoolhouse was dismantled and a new school was built with the salvaged bricks. This school was demolished after Star Elementary School was opened in 1975 next to the brick building.

In recent years, the population has grown rapidly thanks to the growth experienced around the Treasure Valley. According to the 2000 census, Star’s population was 1,795. In the 2010 census, the population grew 222.7% to 5,793!

 

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A Message From the Mayor

The City of Star is a special place with limitless potential, where everyone deserves equal access to opportunity, happiness, and a bright future.

Our City is here to help foster those ideals in every neighborhood. It exists to serve you and be a resource for you, your family, and your community.

Trevor Chadwick, your Mayour

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