Surveyor. Leader. developer. Family man.

Running for Mayor of Chubbuck 2025

Rodney burch

Portrait of Rodney Burch with glasses, gray hair, and a goatee, standing outdoors with arms crossed, wearing a blue plaid shirt, with a blurred background of trees and sky.
Construction survey equipment on a dirt sidewalk, including a yellow tripod with a surveying instrument, a toolbox with note pad, gloves, a spray can, and bent metal rods.
Two people working at a table with laptops, pens, and papers with diagrams, in a collaborative workspace.
A construction worker wearing a yellow helmet and a safety vest is working on the wooden frame of a building, seen through a framed opening with a blue sky and some clouds in the background.
A large modern office building with a landscaped front yard, flag poles, and parking lot under a clear blue sky.
Scenic view of an open winding road through rolling dry hills with mountains in the background under a partly cloudy sky.
Aerial view of a suburban neighborhood with houses and trees, landscape includes mountains in the background, under a clear blue sky.

ABOUT RODNEY

PROFESSIONALLY:

With over 37 years of experience in engineering and surveying, Rodney Burch has built a career at the intersection of infrastructure, community development, and leadership. His background spans development, land surveying, and infastructure complemented by a strong entrepreneurial spirit as the founder of three successful businesses.

Dedicated to education and professional growth, Rodney served as an Instructor and Program Coordinator for Idaho State University’s Civil Engineering Technology program, guiding future professionals for five years. His public service record includes six years as Public Works Director in Chubbuck, where he oversaw water, sewer, parks, streets, building, planning, engineering, sanitation, and economic development. During this time, he led key initiatives such as the city’s Parks Master Plan, a comprehensive five-year Strategic Plan, and the Rec Center Master Plan.

As Executive Director of the Chubbuck Development Authority for six years, Rodney helped shape the city’s future through projects like Country Acres, Stuart Splash Pad, and New Day Parkway. He played a pivotal role in the Downtown Vision and Property Acquisition strategy, the Pine Ridge Mall Urban Renewal Area redevelopment plan, and creative community developments such as Northside Crossing and Harvest Springs.

Beyond city leadership, he has served as a Chubbuck Land Use Commission Member, a Board Member of the Chubbuck Employee Health Trust, and in 2025, was honored with a Governor’s appointment to the Idaho Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors (IBPELS).

Today, Rodney continues to advance community and regional development as Executive Director of the Strategic Communities Alliance, where he brings together vision, strategy, and collaboration to drive meaningful progress for smaller municipalities who lack the resources to thrive.

PersONALLY:

Above all, Rodney is a family man, proud father, new Grandfather, and friend who values real human connection, honesty, and integrity.

He enjoys spending time with his wife and dog hiking in the hills above Chubbuck, or traveling through the Pacific Northwest in their van. With his two sons he can be found sailing, working on house projects, or riding motorcycles.

Two people on a sailboat on the water, with the person on the left wearing a cap and sunglasses, and the person on the right partly obscured, sitting near the boat's bow.
BurCh1136-E013.jpg

Real world Experience & Resume

  • 37 Years of experience in Engineering / Surveying related to transportation, development, water / wastewater infrastructure.

  • 5 Years as Instructor / Program Coordinator – ISU CET

  • 6 Years as Chubbuck City Public Works Director:

  • Overseeing Water, sewer, parks, streets, building, planning, engineering, sanitation, economic development

  • Creating Parks Master Plan, 5 year Strategic Plan, and Rec Center Master Plan

  • 6 Years as Executive Director - Chubbuck Development Authority implementing:

  • Country Acres, Stuart, Splash Pad, New Day Parkway, Pine Ridge Mall URA Redevelopment Plan

  • Northside Crossing and Harvest Springs – Creative Communities

  • 5 Years as Board Member Chubbuck - Employee Health Trust

(2025) Governor’s Appointment to IBPELS

(2024-current) Executive Director – Strategic Communities Alliance

“To anyone considering Rodney Burch for the mayor of the City of Chubbuck, I strongly encourage you to cast your vote for him. Rodney has profoundly influenced my life, both personally and professionally. As a leader, he embodies integrity, vision, and a steadfast commitment to the community. He not only leads by example but also inspires others to reach their full potential.”
— Josh Packer
“I have known Rodney Burch since 1991 when I moved into his neighborhood. He has always been kind and willing to help. He is a very honest person and wants to help people any way that he can. He has been very involved with the City and is always doing his best to make Chubbuck a great place to live. He sees things that aren’t working as good as they should and I know he will do his best as the Mayor to change them. Under his leadership, I think Chubbuck will grow and be welcoming to new businesses as well as new people. We need people like Rodney Burch representing the citizens of Chubbuck!”
— Bonna Fahey
“As my mentor years ago, Rodney always led with clear and vision-driven communication while maintaining the highest empathy and respect for his employees, clients and the public. His extraordinary knack for teaching was a huge driver in my success. Rodney’s work ethics, integrity and passion for his community makes him a perfect fit for the Mayor of Chubbuck.”
— Gwen Inskeep
“I’ve known Rodney for 20 years, having worked alongside him professionally as well as in a variety of volunteer positions. Rod has always had a vision for our community beyond just a suburb of another community- one that fosters vitality and growth. In recent years, during his time working for the city, he drove remarkable progress while balancing fiscal responsibility. Rod is a proven leader, he built partnerships, has created and run successful businesses, and understands how public and private efforts combine for success. I absolutely trust Rod Burch to lead a prosperous, well-managed community for us and our children.”
— Jared Bartel
An older man with white hair carrying a young child on his shoulders on a wooden deck outside, surrounded by tall pine trees at sunset.
Person operating a Kubota compact excavator on a dirt site with trees in the background.
Three men sitting on the back of a flatbed truck in a snowy outdoor setting with small pine trees and a clear blue sky, wearing winter clothing and sunglasses.
APC_0273.JPG