Mayor Julie Hoy delivered the 2026 State of the City message March 11 at the Salem Convention Center. The Mayor’s State of the City message content is included below, or can be viewed on YouTube:
2025 State of the City
Good afternoon, everyone.
Thank you all for being here today. It truly is an honor and a privilege to serve as your mayor.
The State of the City is a long-standing tradition in Salem. It is a moment for reflection, for honesty, and for shared purpose. It brings together people from every corner of our community—business leaders, educators, public servants, nonprofit leaders, neighborhood advocates, faith leaders, and residents who simply care deeply about this place we call home. That matters. In a time when so much of public life can feel divided or cynical, it matters that we still gather like this. It matters that we still believe this city is worth our time, our effort, and our hope…