As expected, last night the County Legislature approved a measure that establishes a county agricultural fair and fairgrounds at Northampton Park in Ogden. And, as expected, Republicans pushed the legislation through; Legislator John Lightfoot was the only Democrat to support it. The vote capped off an epic Legislature meeting, which lasted almost six hours — […]
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Fair fury
Plans to move the Monroe County fair to 25 acres in Ogden’s Northampton Park are being met with fury, frustration, and possible litigation. The Monroe County Legislature was expected to vote on the proposal Tuesday night. It is possible, though unlikely, the proposal could be tabled. | The sale of the Dome Arena, the fair’s […]
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Week ahead: Council vote on school budget, Lej vote on Dem funding and Northampton Park
This post has been updated to include a link to the county’s environmental statement for the Northampton Park plan.
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Northampton Park neighbors furious over fair proposal
The Monroe County Fair and Recreation Association wants the annual county fair to get back to its agricultural roots. The association, along with county officials, have their sights set on 25 acres of Northampton Park in Ogden to build new grounds for the event. Association officials say the revamped event will not be like the […]
