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Sun Valley Economic Development names Mel Jackson as new executive director; board welcomes transition

Blaine County Board of County Commissioners · January 13, 2026
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Summary

Sun Valley Economic Development introduced new Executive Director Mel Jackson and thanked outgoing director Harry Griffith; Jackson outlined priorities including workforce development, housing and regional coordination.

Sun Valley Economic Development (SVED) leadership transition was presented to the Blaine County commissioners on Jan. 13 as outgoing Executive Director Harry Griffith was recognized and Mel Jackson was introduced as the organization’s new executive director.

Jackson described ongoing transition tasks, outreach to public and private partners, strategic planning work and priorities including workforce development, vocational training, housing and early childhood learning. Commissioners thanked Griffith for his service and expressed continued interest in regional coordination and shared grant opportunities. No formal county action was required for the personnel transition; the item was presented as an informational update.