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Porter trustees approve 918 Side by Sides events; group pledges one-third of proceeds to town
Summary
The Porter Fairgrounds Trust Authority voted unanimously April 2 to allow 918 Side by Sides to rent the fairgrounds during the Porter Peach Festival weekend; the group offered to donate one third (1/3) of proceeds and said it carries its own insurance.
On April 2, 2026 the Porter Fairgrounds Trust Authority voted unanimously to allow the group 918 Side by Sides to use the Porter Fairgrounds for events, including a proposed rental during the weekend of the Porter Peach Festival. Mayor Steve Dickey moved to approve the request; Lucas Beaty seconded and the motion carried with votes recorded in favor from Ryan Moore, Steve Dickey, Lucas Beaty and Kevin Walker.
The group offered to donate "one third (1/3) of any proceeds made to the Town of Porter" and "offered to do some work to improve the fairgrounds," according to the meeting minutes. Jackie Todd stated that "the group has their own insurance policy." The board did not attach additional conditions at the meeting; trustees directed that the rental and any improvements be handled through the town's normal event permitting and facility-use process.
The approval clears the way for organizers to finalize dates and arrangements for the Porter Peach Festival weekend; the minutes do not specify exact dates, rental fees or a signed agreement. The town will receive the pledged portion of proceeds only if and when events occur and proceeds are reported by the organizers.
