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This project will directly impact tourism activity and numbers. In 2017, the Horse Park will host 40 prestigious events of all disciplines from cross-country to horse clinics, hunter/jumper shows, carriage-driving, rodeo and more; 30,000 participants and spectators are anticipated in 2017, accounting for over 9,000 lodging nights (Horse Park surveys, Dean Runyan Assoc.). The Park competes with other facilities in the state and region to host these events and relies on its reputation to book them. Our ability to maintain excellent customer service and to continue secure new customers relies heavily on our ability to professionally and quickly execute these basic operational tasks. Negative experiences concerning services and maintenance has affected Park event participation this year and it is feared that event bookings will be strongly impacted if our inability to meet customer expectations continues. 3. Use of Grant Funds: Please explain exactly how the requested funds will be used. Include an itemized list. To purchase a good quality, pre-owned 60-70 HP Tractor with minimum 3-point hydraulics and 2 wheel-drive. 4. Real Property: If real property acquisition is a component of the project, please explain. Include any information of property already secured or evidence ofthe ability to secure the real property. N/A 5. Capital Assets: If capital asset acquisition is a component of the project, please explain. Include any bids solicited and received from potential vendors willing to supply the asset. All capital asset purchases require at least three bids. If you have already selected one of the bids, please provide justifications in writing. Attached are descriptions and prices for three used tractors in the 60-70 HP based on research on-line and with Washington Tractor in Ellensburg. These prices range from a low of $21,500 to a high of $40,000 reflecting each tractor's age, condition, features and hours of use. The Park believes that once funds are available it should be able to locate and purchase an appropriate tractor for $30,000. 6. Coordination: Please explain how this project has been coordinated with other jurisdictions as well as affected stakeholders. Please include letters of support from stakeholders. The City of Cle Elum has worked with the Horse Park Board and Authority to define this project as a priority and secure its support. Now in its seventh season of operations, the Park communicates extensively with users and discipline specialists, monitoring social media, and surveying visitors. Attached are letters of support from two organizers of the Park's larger events that attract thousands of daily visitors during five weeks each season, as well as a letter from the President of the Authority Board.