2/26/2026
EMERGENCY PSA ANNOUNCEMENT - POLK COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS IN DANGER OF CLOSING PERMANENTLY
The Fairgrounds only makes enough money to pay their bills.
The hard part is keeping up with infrastructure as these buildings get older. The electrical system dates back to the 1950’s and needs to be updated along with a few other important items.
The County Commissioners have done everything they can to keep our doors open but huge budget cuts have come and they cannot afford to help now.
Our only hope of staying open is to pass an operating levy on the November ballot.
There is a public meeting on a Fair Levy Hearing on Wednesday, February 11th, 2026 at 6:00pm. It will be held at the Board of Commissioners Conference Room on the first floor of the County Court House.
Attending this meeting will show the Commissioners that people want to keep the Fair Grounds doors' open. If we don't get a big enough show of support, our doors will close permanently on August 31, 2026.
PUBLIC MEETING
Hearing to discuss a Fair Levy
Wednesday, February 11th, 2026
6:00 p.m.
Board of Commissioners
Conference Room
First Floor of the County Courthouse
850 Main Street, Dallas, OR
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