A move to build a new multi-use structure at the site of the annual San Juan County Fair may get a significant boost later this spring, depending upon the generosity of state lawmakers. For some time now, San Juan County officials have wanted to build a modern multi-use structure at McGee Park, located at 41 Road 5568. As proposed, the new structure would come after demolition of a nearly 4,500 square foot poultry barn at the site that was built in 1977 and a rabbit barn, built 5 years later, that measures just over 3,100 square feet. Both of those structures, built below grade, have been subject to repeated flooding and are thought to not be up to the standards of the rest of the park. The multipurpose replacement building is expected to measure around 10,600 square feet and would provide barn and other space. County officials say it will cost at least $1.5 million to level the two existing structures and build a new replacement building and are now asking for a capital outlay request via the New Mexico State Legislature for the project. The winter 2023 session of the legislature is scheduled to begin on January 17. The always-popular San Juan County Fair is traditionally held during the late summer and features everything from livestock shows to duck races and gospel music. By Garry Boulard
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