Election Information

Welcome to the City of Ketchum Election Information page. 

Important dates:

• Aug 18–29: Candidate Filing Window
• Aug 29: Ballot Question Submission Deadline
• Sep 5: Write-In Candidate Filing Deadline
• Sep 5: Candidate Withdrawal Deadline
• Sep 5: Candidate Certification Deadline
• Sep 25: Absentee Ballots Mailed
• Oct 14–31: Early Voting
• Oct 24: Pre-registration & Absentee Request Deadline
• Nov 4: Election Day
• Nov 11: Canvass of Votes

The full 2025 Idaho Election Calander can be found online at sos.idaho.gov.

Candidate Filing Process

• The candidate filing window runs from Monday, August 18 at 8:00 a.m. to Friday, August 29 at 5:00 p.m.
• Candidate filing forms are available online and at City Hall. 
• City candidates may either:
  • Pay a $40 filing fee, or
  • Submit a nominating petition with at least five valid signatures.
    • If submitting a petition, candidates must bring it to the Blaine County Elections Office for signature verification.
• Helpful tips:
  • Please ensure all fields are completed on the form. Commonly missed areas include:
    • Section 5 – Homeowner Exemption
    • Section 7 – Statement of city, office, term, and residence address
  • If unsure about homeowner exemption status, please call the Blaine County Assessor’s Office at (208) 788-5535.
  • Write-in candidates filing packet found here. The filing deadline is Friday, September 5 at 5:00 p.m.

Candidate Withdrawal

• Candidates wishing to withdraw must complete and submit the Withdrawal of Candidacy form.
• The withdrawal deadline is Friday, September 5 at 5:00 p.m.

Voter Information

• Absentee ballot requests can be made www.voteidaho.gov or submitted by paper form via email, mail, fax, or in person.
• The deadline to pre-register to vote and request an absentee ballot is Friday, October 24 at 5:00 p.m.
• Early Voting will be available at the Elections Office from October 14 to 31, Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Polling place change: Voters in Precinct 001 (North Blaine County) will now vote at Ketchum City Hall (Election Day only)