As Boise booms, a city faces the curse of ‘Californication’

In the fast-growing Idaho city, residents grapple with challenges of growth and new arrivals

“People who are drawn to Boise now for its small-town charm are likely going to be disappointed if it becomes too much like what they left behind too soon,” says Islam. “But that change is inevitable. Our city is going to continue to evolve, regardless of our preference to keep it the way it is.”