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Fairgrounds reports steady event volume, revenue streams and possible ADA/drainage project with uncertain cost
Summary
Fairgrounds staff reported 2024 event and revenue totals, said Conservation Trust Fund per‑capita allocations should rise in 2025, and warned an asphalt/ADA improvement on the indoor arena may be more expensive than anticipated because of drainage issues.
Justin, Fairgrounds manager, reported year‑end 2024 figures showing roughly 73,000 attendees across 32 major public events, 58 arena rentals, and a combined revenue stream from facility fees and the Conservation Trust Fund. He said 2024 fairgrounds revenue was roughly $110,000 and that the Conservation Trust payment is expected to increase per capita in 2025 (from $12.79 to an anticipated $14.06 per person), boosting the fund by an estimated $20,000.
Justin described operating expenses and projects for 2024, noting a reimbursed solar project and total fairgrounds operating and project expenses near $326,600. He listed upcoming events and programming, including the Ag Expo, 4 Corners Home and Garden Show, dog trials, and a Temple Grandin seminar in May.
On capital work, Justin said a proposed asphalt and ADA improvement around the indoor arena has engineering concerns tied to drainage and grade; initial surveys suggest the west side may require substantial fill or grading to meet ADA slope requirements, which could substantially increase costs. He said the fairgrounds will gather more detailed design and cost estimates and return to the board. Justin asked the board to review alternative design and parking siting options and said the fairgrounds are preparing for a busy spring event season.
Ending: Commissioners asked staff to return with cost estimates and alternatives once engineers provide final numbers.
