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Jewell County Fair leaders seek ARPA funds for storm shelter, new bathroom in 2026 budget
Summary
Fair representatives told commissioners they plan to use ARPA funds for a storm shelter and a new bathroom as part of the Jewell County Fair 2026 budget and will notify the county when a final plan is ready for funding.
Representatives of the Jewell County Fair told commissioners during the June 30 meeting that their 2026 plan includes safety and sanitation upgrades funded with federal ARPA dollars.
Lesa Peroutek and other fair representatives said they plan "to use the ARPA funding for a storm shelter and new bathroom" and will notify the county when they have a final decision so the funding can be released. The group presented the fair schedule and walked commissioners through budget items for the upcoming year.
Commissioners heard the presentation as part of regular office-head updates; there was no formal vote at the meeting to authorize ARPA disbursement. The fair representatives said they will return with a final plan that will include cost details and any matching requirements. The county will require a formal request and supporting estimates before releasing ARPA funds.
