HomeMy WebLinkAboutNarrativeJuly 1, 2020
Chingeneye Mukadisi
2140 N Bing Ave
Meridian, ID 83646
Proposal for Accessory Use Childcare — Narrative Description
I am interested in establishing a family childcare within my home located at 2140 N Bing
Ave, where I will serve no more than six children at any time, including my own two
daughters. As a requirement of the city of Meridian, and because I do not wish
inconvenience for the city or my neighbors, I held a meeting on 6/30/20 with close
neighbors (owners within 100'), who I invited by mailed invitations which were
postmarked on 6/18/20. The address list was provided by Kimberley Tabarini on 6/17
and because the properties are selling quickly I checked the Challenger Development
parcels on Ada County Tax Assessor's site and mailed additional invitation letters to the
new owners shown (those records included with this packet).
Although I will determine my own program services, hours, parent fees, etc, I plan to
operate mainly weekdays, between 7 am and 7 pm (always within Meridian code). My
spouse Godfrey and I will likely provide transportation for some or all children, reducing
the likelihood of parents parking cars. If a parent does need to come, they will be
instructed to escort children safely to and from car to the home, to park in driveway or
directly in front of our lot, and to be quiet and considerate of neighbors (I will probably
only be caring for children of one family). While children are in my care, I will be
responsible for their supervision at all times, including indoor activities, outdoor play,
and on walks or vehicle trips away from my home. I anticipate outdoor play time to be
limited to one hour after 9 am and one hour after 1 pm, and noise will be kept below the
maximum stipulated by Meridian officials. Godfrey will be an employee of my childcare,
and will have all required training and certification.
My proposed childcare will be subject to regular inspections through the Central District
Health Department (CDH). I have participated and will continue to participate in regular
IdahoSTARS-approved trainings regarding health, safety/emergency planning, childcare
best practices, and child development. I am CPR and pediatric first aid certified, and will
renew this certification continuously. I am also currently participating in Jannus
Economic Opportunity's Refugee Childcare Business Development project, with project
manager Jenny Hay (208-947-4262) providing me ongoing technical assistance and
support with running a quality childcare. You can contact Jenny for more information
about the project and its relevance to my proposed childcare.
The next steps towards opening a childcare in my home will be approval from Meridian
Planning Department, then scheduling an inspection with CDH. In the case that
Meridian and CDH approve me for a family childcare, I intend to seek clients
immediately thereafter via personal networking.
Thank you for your review of my childcare proposal. I look forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely yours,
Chingeneye Mukadisi