The setting sun illuminates the Boise Foothills and homes along Table Rock Road.
Opponents say the city is being unrealistic.
Tuesday's election will determine how Boise goes about protecting open space in the Foothills, and how much city taxpayers are willing to spend on such efforts. Opponents fear the city will waste tax dollars trying to buy expensive property used by a small number of recreationists. Some land owners say they would be willing to donate some of their land in exchange for more favorable development policies from the city. For details, see the tables on this page. The city identified three key areas where it wants to buy land, easements or access.