Disc Golf, Anyone?
During last week's city council meeting, we heard a proposal from Dane Bowman for installing a disc golf course here in Sugar City. I took a photo of the current proposed course. The pin-looking icons are where the hole/baskets are. The dotted lines would indicate the walking between the tee pads. Some of the walking paths would have to be adjusted due to fencing, etc.
When a temporary course was laid out a few weeks ago, 40+ enthusiasts came to try it out. They offered feedback on the course. The baskets can be removed or relocated fairly easily if they need to be for some reason.
Disc golf is a growing sport, and it really exploded during the Covid restrictions. I think it would be good for the residents of Sugar City to have another great use for our parks. Individuals, families, church groups, and others would enjoy it, I'm sure. And, the course would undoubtedly attract others to visit our town and businesses.
The city has to decide if we can budget in the upfront cost of the course. Mr. Bowman is willing to work with the city to get the equipment at wholesale or close to wholesale cost. Once the course is in place, the maintenance cost is close to zero. The installation costs would probably run between $6,000 to $12,000, depending on the grade of baskets and the type of tee pads installed.
If anyone has thoughts or comments about a disc course, or if anyone is interested in donating or sponsoring the course or even a part of the course, please contact city hall.
New Local Businesses
There are new businesses going up in the Business Park. I will see if I can do a spotlight on them in an upcoming post. It will be good to get to know our newest businesses. By the number of cars I see in the drive-thru, I think most residents are aware of Fizz Bizz by this point.
Sugar Days! Saturday July 9th
The annual Community Breakfast and Sugar Days Celebration is quickly approaching. It is on the second Saturday of July each year, so that means July 9th this year. And, of course, we'll have the Community Talent Showcase and Dance.
We're also going to have a 3v3 soccer tournament. So if soccer is your thing, start planning now to participate.
The vendor spots will be a ridiculously low $20 again this year. If you need electricity they are $25. Please stop in city hall to reserve your booth spot. We had a lot of great vendors last year: food, crafts, information, etc.
Don't forget all of the free, great bounce houses and attractions for the kids!
We're looking for volunteers to help out on the day of the event: individuals, families, friends, school groups, etc.
Also, we're looking for sponsors again this year. If you have sponsored in the past, we hope we can count on you again this year.
If you want to get involved as a volunteer or sponsor, we're always in need of the support. Please contact city hall (208-356-7561) or me (gdayley@sugarcityidaho.gov).