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Extracted from Consolidated Report
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Findings 7 findings
F1
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The Fair Association violated their written agreement by enlarging and modifying the All American Speedway without permission from Placer County. The changes at the Speedway have caused increased noise, air, and storm water run-off pollution, as well as parking and traffic congestion. The nearby residents complain that the value of their homes has decreased because of the Speedway noise, and their quality of life suffers during racing season.
F2
Page 23
By not addressing the noise and air pollution created by the Speedway, Placer County has failed to protect the health and safety of the citizens living near the All American Speedway.
F3
Page 23
When the Board of Supervisors was notified that construction was planned at the location, they failed to initiate an investigation which would have revealed that the Fair Association did not obtain county and state permits as required by law and as stipulated in the terms of the contract. The Board of Supervisors should have ensured that all permits had been filed and approved, and environmental and engineering studies were conducted by the appropriate agencies.
F4
Page 23
The Placer County Facilities Department has failed to demonstrate fiduciary responsibility by not executing a new operating agreement with sufficient oversight language to ensure the Fair Association adheres to their written agreements.
F5
Page 23
It is clear that the Fair Association’s intent was to qualify for NASCAR- sanctioned racing events under the guise of “safety and maintenance improvements.”
F6
Page 23
Modern race vehicles (NASCAR) capable of higher engine speeds, combined with the extended length of the Speedway, continue to generate more noise than existed before the track was enlarged.
F7
Page 23
When residents complained to the City of Roseville, they were told that the fairground was County property and that they were unable to enforce Roseville’s noise ordinances at the Speedway. The residents were referred to the County. The County directed the complaints to the Fair Association. Speedway Report 23 2010 -2011 Placer County Grand Jury
Recommendations 2
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R1Page 24The Board of Supervisors ensure the entire All American Speedway has been examined by county building inspectors, and/or engineers so that all portions of the Speedway are brought up to current county and state codes, regulations and noise ordinances. Also ensure the facility has obtained all county and state permits, including an Environmental Impact Report (EIR), as required.
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R2Page 24The Board of Supervisors give the Fair Association 90 days upon the publication of this report to accept and sign a new operating agreement, which includes addressing resolution of the aforementioned Speedway issues.