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– Our Vision –

Phase #1: Expo Center

Phase #2: Replace Beef Barn

Phase #2: Replace Beef Barn

Expo Center rendering

The Expo Center will be a year-round facility, climate controlled, that can be configured into a variety of floor plans.

Phase #2: Replace Beef Barn

Phase #2: Replace Beef Barn

Phase #2: Replace Beef Barn

Junior Fair Beef Building rendering

Replace two current Junior Fair Beef buildings with new cattle barn.

Phase #3: Covered Arena

Phase #2: Replace Beef Barn

Phase #3: Covered Arena

Outdoor arena for horse shows and more

Competition size covered outdoor arena for shows and staging area for equine events. Including multiple use flexible space.

– Our impact –

Youth Leadership & Skill Building

Join us in supporting our youth who aspire to improve their lives and communities by building the skills and resources to reach their full potential. 

  • Skill building – year round opportunities to compete and engage with other kids.
  • Build agricultural knowledge and self-esteem.

Transformational Community Investment

Our hope is that you will seize this opportunity to be leaders in our community and to partner with us on this legacy investment in our county’s future.

  • Positions fair as a continued tourist attraction and expansion to year-round offerings for generations to come
  • Offers additional resources to support core mission of youth engagement, education, and leadership
  • Secures an asset in the county and region,  while providing necessary updates to ensure fairs and new attractions
  • Stabilizes revenue stream by eliminating total reliance on fair week

– Our Plan Details –

Phase #1 Expo Center

The Expo Center will be a year-round facility, climate controlled, that can be configured into a variety of floor plans. It can house weddings as well as sport competitions, exhibit animals or serve as a sale ring. This facility will also contain bathrooms, a kitchen , and other amenities.

  • Currently, fairgrounds are fully utilized for only one week during the year. 
  • Expo Center will feature a modular layout, approximately 55,000 sq. ft. (220’ x 250´), that will be available for community use year-round.
  • It will also house a show ring, sale ring, bathrooms, showers, and a food prep area.
  • Community-centered, Expo can be used for exhibitions, competitions, trade shows, community and sporting events. A variety of options from dinners to champions!

Future Expo Center

Phase #2 Replace Junior Fair Beef Buildings

  • New Beef Barn will be 80’ x 180’=14,400 sq. ft.
  • Expanded wash rack and fitting area.

Junior Fair Beef Building rendering

Phase #3 Covered Outdoor Arena and Parking Lot Improvements

  • Competition size covered outdoor arena for shows and staging area for equine events.
  • Major parking lot upgrades.
  • Flexible space for multiple uses.

Covered outdoor arena

– Our Project Steps –

Construction Scheduled to begin in 2023

  • Hired a construction manager, Larry Knoble, Professional Engineer, Integrated Construction Consultants, LLC.
  • Secured survey team: Rafter A, Ltd.
  • Prepare site, including soil, utility, and other testing to accommodate new Expo building.
  • Send out RFP for bids and hire a design/build firm for Expo Center.

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