The Middleton City Council voted Dec. 3 to authorize the mayor to waive fees for anticipated annual community events in 2026 for organizations that commonly apply for special‑event permits: Veterans of Foreign Wars, Lions Club, Greater Middleton Parks and Recreation District, and Middleton Chamber of Commerce. The motion was amended and approved to include the Middleton School District for the homecoming parade.

Miss Hodge told council staff had reviewed calendars and consolidated the fee waivers for efficiency. Council members supported the consolidation on the consent-style motion and amended to add the school district; the motion was moved, seconded and carried unanimously.

The council also discussed membership for the Fourth of July parade and fireworks advisory committee under Ordinance 7-1-4, which allows up to eight members: two Canyon County residents, four Middleton residents, and two council members. Because one council member (Councilman Murray) will not be on the council after January, the group discussed when to nominate the second council representative. The council nominated and confirmed Jim Taylor and Mark (surname not stated) and conditionally nominated Tyson Sparrow, contingent on his acceptance. Staff said they have coordinated with police, fire and public works on safety planning and will seek 20–30 volunteers via JustServe for parade day operations.

Council members directed staff to continue work on committee logistics and to bring a follow-up discussion at the first meeting of the new year to finalize council representation.