Critical Infrastructure Improvements
Nebraska State Fair 1868 Foundation
Executive Summary.
The master plan’s process was thorough and collaborative, providing a holistic investigation and vision for the campus. Site and existing inventory analysis, combined with a diverse neighborhood and public engagement plan, laid the foundation for a data driven exploration of enhancements to ensure sustainable development of the site.
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The master plan’s process was thorough and collaborative, providing a holistic investigation and vision for the campus. Site and existing inventory analysis, combined with a diverse neighborhood and public engagement plan, laid the foundation for a data driven exploration of enhancements to ensure sustainable development of the site.
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Embrace Fonner Park Brand StrengthLeverage and build on core strengths of Fonner Park ‘brand’ - racing, livestock, equestrian, hospitality, exhibition.
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Attract New Events and Activities
Grand Island Casino Resort assets have the potential to increase destination appeal and drive incremental growth with existing and new events.
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Enhance Guest Experience
Market share and performance would be expected to decline without investment.
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Livestock Market Demand Opportunities
Near-term demand exists to support investment in livestock facility expansion.
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Equestrian Market Demand Opportunities
Mid-term demand anticipated to support equestrian event facility investment, based on increased appeal of the Grand Island and Fonner Park destination.
Development Scenarios
Multipurpose GILCA Expansion
![1868_podium](https://1868foundation.org/hs-fs/hubfs/1868_podium.png?width=65&height=65&name=1868_podium.png)
Conference and Event Space Program
– Diversity existing seating options
–Enhanced foot & beverage options and point of sale
– New club lounge with upgraded food service and premium access
![1868_event](https://1868foundation.org/hs-fs/hubfs/1868_event.png?width=65&height=65&name=1868_event.png)
Arena/Entertainment Event Space Enhancements
![CHAMBER CHAMBER](https://1868foundation.org/hubfs/CHAMBER.png)
![HALL HALL](https://1868foundation.org/hs-fs/hubfs/HALL.png?width=150&height=145&name=HALL.png)
![Hall-County-Fair Hall-County-Fair](https://1868foundation.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Hall-County-Fair.png?width=150&height=101&name=Hall-County-Fair.png)
![GrowGrandIsland-Logo-TallyWeb-01-e1576768167532-600x305 GrowGrandIsland-Logo-TallyWeb-01-e1576768167532-600x305](https://1868foundation.org/hs-fs/hubfs/GrowGrandIsland-Logo-TallyWeb-01-e1576768167532-600x305.png?width=150&height=76&name=GrowGrandIsland-Logo-TallyWeb-01-e1576768167532-600x305.png)
![FONNER FONNER](https://1868foundation.org/hs-fs/hubfs/FONNER.png?width=172&height=71&name=FONNER.png)
![CITY CITY](https://1868foundation.org/hs-fs/hubfs/CITY.png?width=240&height=39&name=CITY.png)
![CHAMBER-1 CHAMBER-1](https://1868foundation.org/hs-fs/hubfs/CHAMBER-1.png?width=168&height=62&name=CHAMBER-1.png)
![state-fair-logo-white-1 state-fair-logo-white-1](https://1868foundation.org/hs-fs/hubfs/state-fair-logo-white-1.png?width=150&height=139&name=state-fair-logo-white-1.png)