Word on the Street

The Mayor's Missive | November 26, 2025

SANTA, REINDEER, AND A CHRISTMAS TREE TO REMEMBER

Please join us for the annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony on Wednesday, December 3, 4:30 PM at Ketchum Town Square. Kick off the holiday season with an evening full of cheer, including an appearance by Santa and his reindeer, carols by the Girl Scouts of Silver Sage, and the lighting of Town Square with a special, majestic Christmas tree as the centerpiece. Don’t forget to bring your letters for Santa and any extra clothing (coats, hats, gloves, and blankets) to support the Shoshone Project Clothing Drive (see more information below). More information about the evening’s festivities is available at ketchumidaho.org.

THANKS FOR YOUR INTEREST IN SERVING KETCHUM

We have received several letters of interest from community members wanting to serve on various city boards and commissions. The response from the community to our solicitation of interest has been fantastic. Thank you! We have positions that are becoming available on both the Planning and Zoning Commission, Ketchum Urban Renewal Agency, and Historic Preservation Commission, amongst others. We have started the interview process and will look to make appointments in a timely manner. Please note that all appointments will be made in collaboration with Mayor-elect Pete and the incoming council.

A TIME TO SAY “THANKS”

As we head into the Thanksgiving holiday, I wanted to take this opportunity to thank our wonderful community for all that you do to make our small town vibrant, connected, sustainable, and safe. Your generous support of our many non-profits and community events brings connection and vibrancy to our small town. Your support of our restaurants and local businesses ensures a thriving community. Our city staff work hard to provide the core municipal services that ensure a functioning city, but your contributions to a plethora of activities and events provide the icing on the cake of our wonderful town! I wish you all the best for the Thanksgiving break. 

There is lots to be thankful for—enjoy!

Cheers,

Neil

To read the rest of Issue No. 187 of the Word on the Street, click here.