Bay County Fair Grounds Grand Stands
(MyBayCity.com File Photo By Julie McCallum)

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Bay County Fair & Youth Expo
Moving Forward with 2011 Event Schedule

February 12, 2011
By: Julie McCallum,
Senior Staff

On Tuesday, February 1, 2011 a County Commission Meeting was held concerning the issue of the Bay County Fair Grounds Grand Stands as Bay County Fair Board Members voiced their concerns.

Inspectors had done an evaluation on whether the roof over the Grand Stand should be replaced or modified for safety codes.

Leo Bouchard, President of the Bay County Fair & Youth Expo was notified early this week, that the metal canopy covering the Grand stands will be removed.

The Bay County Fair Grounds in Bay City which is host to approximately seven to nine events a year -- including Figure 8, Bump 'N Grind, and the annual Bay County Fair -- is a historical marker in the community.

Bouchard, said, "This has made quite a impact and it's depressing to see a historical fixture that has been in Bay County for 50 years come down."

One of Bouchard's concerns now is to decide on a temporary solution to cover the grand stand for shade and/or shelter of rain and keep visitors comfortable.

Bouchard, said, "The annual Bay County Fair is something the youth of Bay County and surrounding areas look forward to every year and we want to continue it and other events for the youth."

Bouchard continued, "Our motto has always been to be a showcase for the youth, bringing them up with the right objectives and motivation that will keep them out of trouble. They are the Fair's future."

The 2011 Bay County Fair Grounds Event Schedule:

APRIL 16th - Figure 8

MAY 14th - Bump & Grind

JUNE 18th - Bump & Grind

JULY 9th - Figure 8

AUGUST 11th - Figure 8

AUGUST 12th - Mud Bog

AUGUST 13th - Bump & Grind