Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Fee Schedules
The Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Inspection Service has different fee schedules for the various services offered. To obtain services based off of the fresh produce fee schedules listed below you must first fill out an application for services form.
IDAHO STATE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
SHIPPING POINT INSPECTION SERVICE
2270 OLD PENITENTIARY ROAD
BOISE, IDAHO 83712
FEE SCHEDULE
CERTIFIED SEED POTATOES
EFFECTIVE FEBRUARY 1, 2016
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MINIMUM CERTIFICATE CHARGE
A minimum of $40.00 may be charged for certificates or documents requested or required on certifications.
FOR CONTAINERS with no marked or stamped net weight, similar sized containers marked with a net weight, or estimates will be used to determine cwt.
FOR BULK LOADS scale weights or estimates will be used to determine cwt.
PERSONNEL ASSIGNMENTS WILL BE MADE AT THE DISCRETION OF THE INSPECTION SERVICE.
Inspectors will not be held waiting for an assignment, please request service 24 hours or more prior to need. However, every effort will be made to provide inspection in a timely manner.
HOURLY RATE
Regular hourly rate . . . . . . . . $30.00 Overtime hourly rate . . . . . . . $38.00
REGULAR HOURLY RATE Assessments will be charged from the hour specified for the inspector to be present and available and will continue until they are released. Hours will also be charged for on call time. Travel time may be charged to cover expenses in unusual circumstances.
When an inspector is handling two or more applicants, the hours will be prorated between those applicants as nearly as possible. A two hour minimum is charged each time services are requested.
OVERTIME HOURLY RATE Overtime rates apply after 40 hours Monday through Friday and for all time worked on Saturday, Sunday and legal holidays.
In weeks in which a holiday occurs, overtime rate will apply after 32 hours charged for that week and on all hours worked on Saturday, Sunday and the holiday.
MILEAGE RATE Mileage will be charged using the current, established state reimbursement rate, and miles charged will be determined by the local district office. When unusual travel is requested or required an additional charge will be made to cover expenses. |
IDAHO STATE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
SHIPPING POINT INSPECTION SERVICE
2270 OLD PENITENTIARY ROAD
BOISE, IDAHO 83712
FEE SCHEDULE
CONTRACT/DOCKSIDE INSPECTION
EFFECTIVE SEPTEMBER 2000*
*Hourly Rates Revised June 29, 2008
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PERSONNEL ASSIGNMENTS WILL BE MADE AT THE DISCRETION OF THE INSPECTION SERVICE.
Inspection fees will be charged in accordance with the following schedule. All fees,
unless otherwise specified herein, will be computed on a cwt. basis, or portion thereof.
MINIMUM FEE PER CERTIFICATE
A minimum fee of $8.00 shall be charged on all certificates.
NET WEIGHTS
FOR BULK LOADS scale weights or estimates will be used to determine cwt.
POTATOES – PROCESS/DOCKSIDE Fees will vary, depending upon facilities available, | CWT CHARGE Determined per applicant using actual costs. |
TIME CHARGES/HOURLY RATES
Time charges will apply to submitted samples and/or intermittent users. Charges may also include
time for travel, on call, etc.
Regular hourly rate $25.00 per hour
Overtime hourly rate $30.00 per hour
INTERMITTENT USER RATES
Regular hourly rate $30.00 per hour
Overtime hourly rate $38.00 per hour
SAMPLING
There are three types of sampling employed.
- FEDERAL-STATE SAMPLING. The sampler is a licensed employee of the Inspection Service. The Service assumes full responsibility for employees in this position, ensuring that proper sampling methods and procedures are followed.
- SUPERVISED SAMPLING. The sampler is an employee of industry. Samplers are hired by the applicant. The Inspection Service assumes the responsibility of proper sampling methods and procedures, sample identity and security. Worksheets and certificates or computer printouts resulting from this type of sampling must indicate "Supervised Sampling" was used. If the supervisor believes that for one reason or another the sampling is not adequately supervised, it shall then be designated as "Submitted Samples."
- SUBMITTED SAMPLES. Samples are drawn, marked and controlled by the applicant and submitted to the Service for grading. Worksheets and certificates or computer printouts resulting from this type of sampling must show "Submitted Samples."
Inspection and Grading for this type sampling is charged on an inspector hour basis at the current hourly rate.
MILEAGE CHARGE
An additional charge for mileage will be made in connection with other charges when travel is excessive in proportion to the amount of fees charged, or when unusual travel is required. The rate per mile is the amount that State employees are reimbursed, as allowed by the Board of Examiners.
LEGAL HOLIDAYS
NO Service will be available on Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Years Day.
| New Year's Day | Independence Day | Thanksgiving Day |
| Martin Luther King (Human Rights Day) | Labor Day | Christmas Day |
| President's Day | Columbus Day | |
| Memorial Day | Veteran's Day |
In the event that a holiday occurs on a Saturday, the preceding Friday shall be a holiday, and if the holiday falls on a Sunday, the following Monday shall be a holiday. Idaho Code 67-5302 (15).
IDAHO STATE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE SHIPPING POINT INSPECTION SERVICE 2270 OLD PENITENTIARY ROAD BOISE, IDAHO 83712 FRESH POTATO SHIPMENT FEE SCHEDULE CUSTOMER ASSISTED INSPECTION PROGRAM (CAIP) EFFECTIVE: SEPT. 3, 2006 OR START OF NEW CROP FOR 2006-2007 SEASON ******************************************* MINIMUM CERTIFICATE CHARGE
A minimum of $40.00 may be charged for inspection certificates, phytosanitary certificates, or documents requested or required on certifications.NET WEIGHTS
The marked or stamped net weight on containers will be used to determine hundred weight (cwt.), or portion thereof. FOR CONTAINERS with no marked or stamped net weight, similar sized containers marked with a net weight, or estimates will be used to determine cwt. FOR BULK LOADS scale weights or estimates will be used to determine cwt.ALL PERSONNEL ASSIGNMENTS WILL BE MADE AT THE DISCRETION OF THE INSPECTION SERVICE.
TRAVEL TIME / EXPENSES / MILEAGE CHARGE Travel time and expense maybe adjusted or an additional charge applied when unusual travel is required or requested. A mileage charge may be made when travel is excessive or when unusual travel is required. The rate per mile is the amount that State employees are reimbursed, as allowed by the Board of Examiners. SUNDAY - LEGAL HOLIDAYS If inspection is requested on these days, the overtime rates apply. NO Service will be available on Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Years Day.CAIP FEE Applicants enrolled in the CAIP will be charged an applicable cwt. fee based on the total weekly cwt. certified. Charges will be applied each week according to the following cwt. / volume chart. When certified weekly cwt. falls below 2,500, a minimum $350.00 fee will be charged for the week. Cwt. fee will be based on applicant’s weekly cwt. certified.WEEKLY CWT. CERTIFIED 15,000 cwt. and over = 5¢ per cwt. 10,000 – 14,999 cwt. = 6¢ per cwt. 7,000 – 9,999 cwt. = 8¢ per cwt. 5,000 – 6,999 cwt. = 9¢ per cwt. 2,500 – 4,999 cwt. = 14¢ per cwt. CAIP applicants will be charged for each week of the packing season as outlined above except for seasonal shutdown time, regardless of hours of operation or cwt. certified. There will be no charges assessed during a normal seasonal shutdown.REGULAR HOURLY RATE Regular hourly rate - - - - - - - - $35.00 In the event CAIP inspector usage is beyond the normal scope of verification and other program requirements, an hourly rate may be applied in addition to, or in lieu of the cwt. charges outlined above. Training of new applicant staff, labor intensive inspections, exceedingly long hours etc., are instances that may incur an hourly rate charge.OVERTIME HOURLY RATE Overtime hourly rate - - - - - - - $42.00 Overtime hourly rates while operating under the normal scope of the CAIP will be charged only on legal holidays and Sundays that are worked. |
TRAVEL TIME / EXPENSES / MILEAGE CHARGE
Travel time and expense maybe adjusted or an additional charge applied when unusual travel is required or requested. A mileage charge may be made when travel is excessive or when unusual travel is required. The rate per mile is the amount that State employees are reimbursed, as allowed by the Board of Examiners.SUNDAY - LEGAL HOLIDAYS
If inspection is requested on these days, the overtime rates apply. NO Service will be available on Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Years Day.LEGAL HOLIDAYS
| New Year's Day | Independence Day | Thanksgiving Day |
| Martin Luther King (Human Rights Day) | Labor Day | Christmas Day |
| President's Day | Columbus Day | |
| Memorial Day | Veteran's Day |
In the event that a holiday occurs on a Saturday, the preceding Friday shall be a holiday, and if the holiday falls on a Sunday, the following Monday shall be a holiday. Idaho Code 67-5302 (15).
IDAHO STATE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
SHIPPING POINT INSPECTION SERVICE
2270 OLD PENITENTIARY ROAD
BOISE, IDAHO 83712
FEE SCHEDULE
CUSTOMER ASSISTED INSPECTION PROGRAM (CAIP)
FRUIT AND ONION
EFFECTIVE AUGUST 1, 2010
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MINIMUM CERTIFICATE CHARGE
A minimum of $40.00 may be charged for inspection certificates, phytosanitary certificates, or documents requested or required on certifications. Phytosanitary inspections and certificates will be charged at the hourly rates with a $50.00 per certificate minimum.ALL PERSONNEL ASSIGNMENTS WILL BE MADE AT THE DISCRETION OF THE INSPECTION SERVICE.
Regular hourly rate - - - - - - - - $34.00 Overtime hourly rate - - - - - - -$42.00 REGULAR HOURLY RATE Applicant charges are based upon a minimum guarantee of 40 regular hours per week. Weeks in which a holiday occur, 32 hours will be the regular hours charged for the week. If the ISDA Inspector is handling two or more applicants, the hours will be prorated between those applicants as nearly as possible.OVERTIME HOURLY RATE Overtime rates apply after 40 hours Monday through Friday and on Saturday, Sunday, and legal holidays, with a 4 hour minimum in the A.M. and a 4 hour minimum in the P.M.TRAVEL TIME/EXPENSES Travel time will be prorated equally between two or more applicants sharing one ISDA inspector. Travel time and expense may be adjusted or an additional charge applied when unusual travel is required or requested. |
IDAHO STATE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
SHIPPING POINT INSPECTION SERVICE
2270 OLD PENITENTIARY ROAD
BOISE, IDAHO 83712
FEE SCHEDULE
FRUIT FOR FRESH SHIPMENTS
EFFECTIVE AUGUST 1, 2010
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MINIMUM CERTIFICATE CHARGE
A minimum of $40.00 may be charged for inspection certificates, phytosanitary certificates, or documents requested or required on certifications.
Phytosanitary inspections and certificates will be charged at the hourly rates with a $50.00 per certificate minimum.NET WEIGHTS
The marked or stamped net weight on containers will be used to determine cwt., or portion thereof. For containers with no marked or stamped net weight, similar sized containers marked with a net weight, or estimates will be used to determine cwt. For bulk loads scale weights or estimates will be used to determine cwt.ALL PERSONNEL ASSIGNMENTS WILL BE MADE AT THE DISCRETION OF THE INSPECTION SERVICE.
| REGULAR USE FACILITY Charges are based upon a minimum of 40 regular hours per week. Inspector availability is guaranteed. Regular hourly rate - - - - - - - - - - $28.00 Overtime hourly rate - - - - - - - - - $35.00 Volume reduction - - - - - - - - - - - - - 50% Hundred weight (cwt) fee - - - - - - - -16¢ REGULAR HOURLY RATE All accounts billed are based upon a minimum of 40 regular hours per week. In weeks in which a holiday occurs, 32 hours will be the regular hours charged for the week. If the inspector is handling 2 or more applicants, the hours will be prorated between those applicants as nearly as possible. OVERTIME HOURLY RATEOvertime rates apply on any hours worked outside the daily 8 hour established shift Monday through Friday and on Saturday, Sunday and legal holidays with a 4 hour minimum in the A.M. and a 4 hour minimum in the P.M. VOLUME REDUCTIONVolume reduction will be computed based on weekly cwt. shipments at 16¢ per cwt. Credits apply when weekly packed cwt. reaches 7,500. SHIFTSShifts of 8 hours duration within a 24-hour period may be established ahead of the fact with the approval of the District Manager. The shifts shall be in a consecutive manner of five or more. An applicant may establish a shift of 8 hours duration as a workday, such as 9:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. |
| INTERMITTENT Intermittent inspection will be on a first come, first served basis as inspectors are available. Regular hourly rate - - - - - - - - - - $40.00 Overtime hourly rate - - - - - - - - - $50.00 Fruit cwt fee - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 16¢ Intermittent regular rate will be charged when the service is used less than 20 hours per week with a 4 hour minimum charge in the A.M. and a 4 hour minimum charge in the P.M. or the cwt. rate whichever is greater. OVERTIME HOURLY RATE Overtime rates apply on any hours worked outside the daily 8 hour established shift Monday through Friday and on Saturday, Sunday and legal holidays with a 4 hour minimum charge in the A.M. and a 4 hour minimum charge in the P.M. TIME CHARGE A time charge may be made at the hourly rate for all time required, including travel, Check-in and on-call time. This assessment will be charged from the hour specified for the inspector to be present or available until released. SMALL LOT INSPECTION FOR PHYTOSANITARY CERTIFICATION ONLY Small lots of less than 500 containers being inspected only for the issuance of a phytosanitary certificate will be charged hourly, using the intermittent rate with a minimum charge of 2 hours. |
MILEAGE CHARGE
A mileage charge may be made when travel is excessive or when unusual travel is required. The rate per mile is the amount that State employees are reimbursed, as allowed by the Board of Examiners.SATURDAY - SUNDAY - LEGAL HOLIDAYS
If inspection is requested on these days, the overtime rates apply. No service will be available on Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Years Day.LEGAL HOLIDAYS
| New Year's Day | Independence Day | Thanksgiving Day |
| Martin Luther King (Human Rights Day) | Labor Day | Christmas Day |
| President's Day | Columbus Day | |
| Memorial Day | Veteran's Day |
In the event that a holiday occurs on a Saturday, the preceding Friday shall be a holiday, and if the holiday falls on a Sunday, the following Monday shall be a holiday. Idaho Code 67-5302 (15).
IDAHO STATE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE SHIPPING POINT INSPECTION SERVICE 2270 OLD PENITENTIARY ROAD BOISE, IDAHO 83712
FEE SCHEDULE ONIONS FOR FRESH SHIPMENTS EFFECTIVE AUGUST 1, 2010 **************************************************** MINIMUM CERTIFICATE CHARGE
A minimum of $40.00 may be charged for certificates or documents requested or required on certifications. Phytosanitary inspections and certificates will be charged at the hourly rates with a $50.00 per certificate minimum.NET WEIGHTS
The marked or stamped net weight on containers will be used to determine cwt., or portion thereof. For containers with no marked or stamped net weight, similar sized containers marked with a net weight, or estimates will be used to determine cwt. For bulk loads scale weights or estimates will be used to determine cwt.
ALL PERSONNEL ASSIGNMENTS WILL BE MADE AT THE DISCRETION OF THE INSPECTION SERVICE.
ONION FEE OPTIONS
| OPTION 1 Inspector availability under this option is guaranteed. Regular hourly rate - - - - - - - - - $28.00 Overtime hourly rate - - - - - - - - $35.00 Volume reduction - - - - - - - - - - - - 75% Hundred weight (cwt) fee - - - - - - - 10¢ Regular Hourly Rate All accounts billed under Option 1 are required to sign prearranged agreements with the Federal-State Inspection Service, stipulating that charges are based upon a minimum of 40 regular hours per week. In weeks in which a holiday occurs, 32 hours will be the regular hours charged for the week. If the inspector is handling 2 or more applicants, the hours will be prorated between those applicants as nearly as possible. Overtime Hourly Rate Overtime rates apply after 40 hours Monday through Saturday and on Sundays and legal holidays with a 4 hour minimum in the A.M. and a 4 hour minimum in the P.M. Volume Reduction Volume reduction will be computed based on weekly cwt shipments at 10¢ per cwt. Credits apply when weekly packed cwt. goes over 11,200. Shifts Shifts of 8 hours duration within a 24-hour period may be established ahead of the fact with the approval of the District Manager. The shifts shall be in a consecutive manner of five or more. An applicant may establish a shift of 8 hours duration as a workday, such as 9:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. |
| OPTION 2 Under this option inspectors will not be held waiting for an assignment. However, every effort will be made to provide inspection in a timely manner. Regular hourly rate - - - - - - - - -$36.00 Overtime hourly rate - - - - - - - -$46.00 Onion cwt rate - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 10¢ Regular Hourly Rate Applicants will be billed for hours worked with a 4 hour minimum in the A.M. and a 4 hour minimum in the P.M. If an inspector is handling 2 or more applicants, the hours will be prorated between those applicants as nearly as possible. Overtime Hourly Rate Overtime rates apply on any hours worked outside of the daily 8 hour established shift Monday through Friday and on Saturday, Sunday and legal holidays, with a 4 hour minimum in the A.M. and a 4 hour minimum in the P.M. In weeks in which a holiday occurs, 32 hours will be the regular hours charged for that week. TIME CHARGE A time charge may be made at the hourly rate for all time required, including travel, check-in and on-call time. This assessment will be charged from the hour specified for the inspector to be present or available until released. SHIFTS Shifts of 8 hours duration within a 24-hour period may be established ahead of the fact with the approval of the District Manager. The shifts shall be in a consecutive manner of five or more. An applicant may establish a shift of 8 hours duration as a workday, such as 9:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. |
| INTERMITTENT Intermittent inspection will be on a first come, first served basis as inspectors are available. Regular hourly rate - - - - - - - - - -$42.00 Overtime hourly rate - - - - - - - - -$52.00 Onion cwt rate - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -10¢ Intermittent regular rate will be charged when the service is used less than 20 hours per week with a 4 hour minimum charge in the A.M. and a 4 hour minimum charge in the P.M. or the cwt. rate whichever is greater. Overtime Hourly Rate From 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., Monday through Friday, the regular rate applies. The overtime rate applies during hours outside this range, with a 4 hour minimum in the A.M. and a 4 hour minimum in the P.M. TIME CHARGE A time charge may be made at the hourly rate for all time required, including travel, check-in and on-call time. This assessment will be charged from the hour specified for the inspector to be present or available until released. |
MILEAGE CHARGE
A mileage charge may be made when travel is excessive or when unusual travel is required. The rate per mile is the amount that State employees are reimbursed, as allowed by the Board of Examiners.SATURDAY - SUNDAY - LEGAL HOLIDAYS
If inspection is requested on these days, the overtime rates apply. No service will be available on Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Years Day.| New Year's Day | Independence Day | Thanksgiving Day |
| Martin Luther King (Human Rights Day) | Labor Day | Christmas Day |
| President's Day | Columbus Day | |
| Memorial Day | Veteran's Day |
In the event that a holiday occurs on a Saturday, the preceding Friday shall be a holiday, and if the holiday falls on a Sunday, the following Monday shall be a holiday. Idaho Code 67-5302 (15).
IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
SHIPPING POINT INSPECTION SERVICE
2270 OLD PENITENTIARY ROAD
BOISE, IDAHO 83712
FEE SCHEDULE
POTATOES FOR FRESH SHIPMENTS EFFECTIVE: SEPT. 3, 2006 OR START OF NEW CROP FOR 2006-2007 SEASON
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MINIMUM CERTIFICATE CHARGE
A minimum of $40.00 may be charged on inspection certificates, phytosanitary certificates, or documents requested or required on certifications.NET WEIGHTS
The marked or stamped net weight on containers will be used to determine hundred weight (cwt.), or portion thereof. FOR CONTAINERS with no marked or stamped net weight, similar sized containers marked with a net weight, or estimates will be used to determine cwt. FOR BULK LOADS scale weights or estimates will be used to determine cwt. ALL PERSONNEL ASSIGNMENTS WILL BE MADE AT THE DISCRETION OF THE INSPECTION SERVICE.POTATO FEE OPTIONS
| OPTION 1 Inspector availability under this option is guaranteed. Regular hourly rate- - - - - - - - - -$32.00 Overtime hourly rate - - - - - - - - $38.00 Cwt. Fee - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -13¢ Volume reduction- - - - - - - - - - - - -50% Regular Hourly Rate All applicants having signed an agreement for Option 1 with the Federal-State Inspection Service understand charges are based upon a minimum of 40 regular hours per week. Overtime Hourly RateOvertime rates apply after 40 hours Monday through Friday and on Saturdays, Sundays and legal holidays. Weeks in which a holiday occurs 32 hours will be the regular hours charged for the week. Volume ReductionVolume reduction will be computed based on weekly cwt shipments @ 13¢ per cwt. Credits apply when weekly packed cwt reaches 9847. ShiftsUnless otherwise specified, a shift shall consist of 8 hours (8:00 am to 4:30 pm with a ½ hour lunch). Shifts of 8 hours duration within a 24-hour period may be established ahead of the fact with the approval of the District Manager. The shifts shall be in a consecutive manner of five or more. An applicant may establish a shift of 8 hours duration as a work day, such as 9:00 A.M. to 5:30 P.M., with a ½ hour lunch. |
OPTION 2 Under this option inspectors will not be held waiting for an assignment. However, every effort will be made to provide inspection in a timely manner. Regular hourly rate - - - - - - - -$36.00 Overtime hourly rate - - - - - - -$38.00 Cwt. Fee - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 13¢ Regular Hourly Rate Applicants will be billed for hours worked with a 4 hour minimum in the a.m. and a 4 hour minimum in the p.m.Overtime Hourly Rate Overtime rates apply on any hours worked outside of the daily 8 hour established shift Monday through Friday and on Saturday, Sunday and legal holidays.Time Charge A time charge may be made at the hourly rate for all time required, including travel, check-in and on-call time. This assessment will be charged from the hour specified for the inspector to be present or available until released.Shifts Unless otherwise specified, a shift shall consist of 8 hours (8:00 am to 4:30 pm with a ½ hour lunch). Shifts of 8 hours duration within a 24-hour period may be established ahead of the fact with the approval of the District Manager. The shifts shall be in a consecutive manner of five or more. An applicant may establish a shift of 8 hours duration as a workday, such as 9:00 A.M. to 5:30 P.M., with a ½ hour lunch. |
INTERMITTENT Intermittent inspection will be on a first come first served basis. Regular hourly rate - - - - - - - - $40.00 Overtime hourly rate - - - - - - -$48.00 Cwt. rate - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -13¢ Intermittent regular rate will be charged when the service is used less than 20 hours per week with a 4 hour minimum charge in the a.m. and a 4 hour minimum charge in the p.m. or the cwt. rate whichever is greater. Overtime Hourly Rate Unless otherwise specified, a shift shall consist of 8 hours (8:00 am to 4:30 pm with a ½ hour lunch) the regular rate applies. The overtime rate applies during hours outside this range.Time Charge A time charge may be made at the hourly rate for all time required, including travel, check-in and on-call time. This assessment will be charged from the hour specified for the inspector to be present or available until released. |
MILEAGE CHARGE A mileage charge may be made when travel is excessive or when unusual travel is required. The rate per mile is the amount that State employees are reimbursed, as allowed by the Board of Examiners.
SATURDAY - SUNDAY - LEGAL HOLIDAYS
If inspection is requested on these days, the overtime rates apply.
No service will be available on Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Years Day.
| New Year's Day | Independence Day | Thanksgiving Day |
| Martin Luther King (Human Rights Day) | Labor Day | Christmas Day |
| President's Day | Columbus Day | |
| Memorial Day | Veteran's Day |
In the event that a holiday occurs on a Saturday, the preceding Friday shall be a holiday, and if the holiday falls on a Sunday, the following Monday shall be a holiday. Idaho Code 67-5302 (15).