Caldwell Group Initiates Recall Effort Against Two City Council Members Over Quiet Zone Dispute
A group of residents in Caldwell, Idaho, led by Jeanne Cridebring, has initiated a recall effort against City Council members Mike Dittenber and Scott Tilmant. The recall is driven by dissatisfaction with the council members' handling of a proposed quiet zone project in downtown Caldwell, which aims to reduce train horn noise at seven railroad crossings. The project has sparked controversy due to a projected $1.2 million budget shortfall, with the city budgeting $400,000 for the project. Tilmant, who took office in January, pushed for a vote on the project despite concerns from Mayor Eric Phillips about safety implications. Dittenber, a council member since 2024, has faced criticism for his comments towards constituents. The recall effort requires 5,183 signatures for each council member by July 6 to qualify for the ballot. 
