JACKSON, Wyo. — In the local election on Nov. 5, Kevin Regan and Devon Viehman won the two seats to serve on Town Council as Jackson’s newest Councilors.
Both Regan and Viehman are meeting with Mayor-Elect Arne Jorgensen to discuss the transitions into elected roles. Regan says to prepare for his term he will continue to meet with town department heads and staff, in addition to attending Town Council meetings. Regan emphasizes he will also spend additional time reviewing the Land Development Regulations (LDRs) to prepare for discussions about how to improve the current rules.
To prepare for her term, Viehman is also reviewing the LDRs and conducting a comprehensive review of Jackson’s entire governing process around development. She’s also focused on the first major task of appointing someone to fill Jorgensen’s vacant Council seat in January; she tells Buckrail this appointment will be a great opportunity to bring more diverse perspectives to the Council because the best decisions come from “collaboration among people who think differently.”
Viehman’s other top priority includes balancing the budget to prevent further operating deficits and avoid additional tax burdens on the community.
For Regan, he tells Buckrail he’s prioritizing improving water quality, creating affordable housing opportunities and increasing transportation alternatives. Specifically, Regan wants to see the 90 Virginian Lane project completed and work to improve START’s airport service.
For both newly elected Council members, serving a community like Jackson Hole that is rich in Western history and has a diverse population is a cornerstone of their commitment to improving the future. Regan says he’s humbled by the opportunity and takes the responsibility to residents seriously.
“Jackson is a very special place located in a precious ecosystem,” Regan says. “I want to work with residents and businesses to help preserve our environment, Western character and community character as Jackson evolves.”
Similarly, Viehman says holding a title in Jackson means honoring its legacy while advocating for its future.
“Having grown up in this community, now raising my family here and planning to grow old here, I feel deeply connected to our town’s rich Western heritage and the values that come with it — resilience, hard work and neighborly care,” Viehman says. “Jackson is more than just a beautiful place; it’s a community built on shared experiences and a deep respect for our surroundings and each other.”
Both candidates express a commitment to upholding both Jackson Hole’s traditions and the community’s evolution.
