Discussion on the Eureka Downs facility continued at the Eureka City Council meeting on Monday, Jan. 27. Representing the Greenwood County Community Center (GC3), Jamie Lindamood shared an update on the facility. Lindamood stated that a contract has been signed with an engineer. She further noted that core drilling and drainage plans are being drafted for the race track, a roofing contract has been signed and the GC3 is looking to utilize students at Eureka Junior/Senior High School for construction work.
During a recent GC3 meeting, the committee approved transforming the Braden Room by constructing classrooms and removing the bar. The Greenwood County Fair Association (GCFA) received a $2 million grant for upgrades to both the facility and backside (track). Currently, the GCFA has received half of the funds and is working through the process to begin construction. Lindmood asked the council for $10,000 and their blessing with the Braden Room construction project. Lindamood noted that the city has put in $35,382.40 to Eureka Downs for utilities and maintenance over the last 18 months. Lindamood also reminded the council the city acquired $50,000 from the sale of the Matt Samuels Community Building.
