May 12 Open House

The City of Ketchum will host a community open house May 12 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Forest Service Park (131 River Street East), offering residents, businesses and stakeholders an opportunity to learn about and engage with a range of current and upcoming city initiatives. The open house is a drop-in event, allowing attendees to move through interactive stations,  speak directly with staff, and explore projects shaping Ketchum’s future. Topics include land use regulations, infrastructure, public safety, recreation, and community services.

“We’re working on a lot across the city right now, and this is a chance to bring it all into one place,” Ketchum Mayor Pete Prekeges said. “Whether it’s how local tax dollars are being used, what changes we’re considering in zoning, or what’s happening with roads and infrastructure, we want people to come by, ask questions and be part of the conversation.”

Featured topics and stations

Local Option Tax (LOT): Information on how Local Option Tax revenues are generated and 
used, including data on local and visitor contributions, and potential ballot measures to renew 
or adjust Local Option Taxes.

Zoning code updates: Examples of potential zoning and design review updates that will be 
considered as part of this year’s code update project, along with examples of potential update 
options and opportunities to provide feedback.

Community and public services: Updates on the new Ketchum Police Department development
(with opportunities for the public to share their preferences for policing in Ketchum), historic 
plaque installations, and water conservation measures.

Digital tools and community access: Information on the new myKetchum, communication, and 
recreation management software the city has launched that are designed to improve access to 
city services and engagement opportunities.

Mobility and infrastructure: Updates on Highway 75 work (both the current ITD project south 
of town and next year’s city project from 6th Street to Saddle); Forest Service Park building 
improvements, new tenants, and programming; stop sign analysis; chip sealing; and an 
overview of current concepts and considerations related to parking and intersection 
improvements in the YMCA area. 

Event details
Date: May 12, 2026
Time: 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Location: Forest Service Park (outdoors, weather permitting, and in the utility buildings along  1st Street)

No formal presentation is scheduled. Attendees may arrive at any time during the event. Light 
refreshments will be provided.