CCDC Executive Director John Brunelle to Retire in September 2026
April 17, 2026
BOISE, Idaho – John Brunelle, executive director of Capital City Development Corporation (CCDC) plans to retire later this year, the agency announced. Brunelle will step away from his position at the conclusion of the current fiscal year, which ends on September 30, 2026.
Brunelle has been involved in Boise’s economic growth and redevelopment for 18 years, including 13 years as executive director of CCDC. He is the longest serving executive director in the 62-year history of Boise’s urban renewal agency.
“John’s vision and actions have helped shape Boise during one of the most pivotal and transformative periods in our history,” said Latonia Haney Keith, chairperson of the board of commissioners. “Under his leadership, the agency has catalyzed billions of dollars in public and private investment and expanded the thriving downtown that residents and visitors experience today.”
During Brunelle’s tenure, the agency established three new urban renewal districts: the Gateway East, State Street, and Shoreline districts. He also successfully guided the completion and closeout of three urban renewal districts – the Central District, River Myrtle–Old Boise District, and the Westside District. Additionally, the agency’s parking system was rebranded as ParkBOI and expanded into a modern, user-friendly, and convenient downtown parking resource serving more than one million visits annually.
“CCDC’s success is due to the dedication of the employees and commissioners who care deeply about our community,” Brunelle said. “I’m grateful to have been part of the team.”
Brunelle emphasized that the agency’s focus on collaboration and innovation helped drive sustained progress across its districts. CCDC has been recognized locally and nationally for its efforts in housing, placemaking, and historic preservation. The agency also advanced dozens of public-private partnerships supporting the development of mixed-use buildings, hotels, and site improvements that accelerated private investment.
“CCDC’s role is to bring partners together to create the conditions necessary for high-value projects and meaningful economic opportunity,” Brunelle said. “When the public and private sectors work together with a shared purpose, we can achieve outcomes that strengthen our entire community.”
Prior to his public service, Brunelle worked in the private sector in Seattle and Portland before coming home to Boise. His 25 years of industry experience included employment in financial services, professional sports, and educational publishing with then-Fortune 500 corporation Tribune, Inc.
The agency has retained the services of an executive search firm and will begin a national search for the agency’s next executive director. Additional details about the transition timeline will be announced in the coming weeks.