Jacksonville Fairgrounds Relocation Budget Increase
Summary
The committee approved shifting $1.37 million from a Lane Avenue road project to finish building the new fairgrounds at the Jacksonville Equestrian Center by July. Public Works officials promised that the borrowed Lane Avenue funds will be put back into the budget later this year.
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Last discussed Feb 3, 2026.
Impact analysis
Raises the total Jacksonville Fairgrounds relocation project cost to $45,270,000.
Fairgoers and event organizers will benefit from a completed, modern facility slated to open in July.
Lane Avenue project timeline could be impacted if replacement funds are not restored as promised.
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