First Citizen Banquet

✨ Celebrate Keizer Awards Banquet ✨
Formerly known as the Keizer First Citizen’s Banquet — now with a new name and an exciting twist!

Join the Keizer Chamber of Commerce on Saturday, January 17th, 2026 for an unforgettable night as we celebrate the people who make Keizer such a remarkable place to live, work, and serve.
Doors open at 5:30pm at the Keizer Civic Center (930 Chemawa Rd N).

🎉 Honoring Keizer’s First Citizen Award Recipients
We will recognize outstanding community leaders in the following categories:
• First Citizen
• Merchant of the Year
• President’s Choice
• Service to Education
• Dennis Koho Future First Citizen

🙏 A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Sponsors
Presenting Sponsor: Willamette Valley Bank
Service to Education Award Sponsor: Oregon State Credit Union
First Citizen Award Sponsor: Available
President’s Award Sponsor: Available
Merchant of the Year Award Sponsor: Available
Dennis Koho Future First Citizen Award Sponsor: Available

Bar Sponsor: Available
Food Sponsor: Available
Dessert Sponsor: Available

📸 Photography Notice
We will be taking photos of award winners and attendees throughout the evening. If you prefer not to be photographed, please avoid camera areas. Thank you!

👏 Special Thanks To:
John Strauch from Mid-Valley Media
Photos by Orion
The City of Keizer
McNary High School Media Production Program

🎟 Tickets & Nominations
• Individual Ticket: $70
• Table of 8: $560
• Nominations are open until December 17th
• Tickets on sale now
• Sponsors still needed — contact the Chamber for details

Let’s come together to Celebrate Keizer and honor the people who make our community shine! ✨

A Special Thank You to Our Presenting Sponsor Willamette Valley Bank!