7.2B SR 06-18-2018 EGty1� ,.,�� Request for Action
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To Item Number
Mayor and City Council 7.2.13
Agenda Section Meeting Date Prepared by
Public Hearin� 1june 18, 2018 Chris Leeseber , Senior Planner
Item Description Reviewed by
ERX Motorpark Zack Carlton,Planning Manager
Conditional Use Permit: Allow Off-Road Racing, Reviewed by
Active Recreation and Physical Endurance,Live Cal Portner, City Administrator
Entertainment, Festivals, Research & Development,
Conference & Event Center, and Swap Meets
Action Requested
Open the Public Hearing,receive comments, and continue to the July 16, 2018, City Council meeting.
Background/Discussion
The applicant is seeking a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for the following uses:
■ Active Recreation and Physical Endurance
■ Live Entertainment
■ Festivals
■ Research and Development
■ Conference and Event Center
■ Off Road Racing
■ Swap Meet
Planning Commission Meeting
There was significant discussion regarding the noise of the existing events,hours of operation, and
general neighborhood safety, such as overnight camping, drinking, and people wandering off the ERX
property onto private property.
The Planning Commission postponed action on the application, and provided staff with direction to
work with the applicant and residents on the issues raised during the public hearing.
Statutory
Per State Statute §15.99 the required 60-day review period ends on June 29, 2018. A 60-day extension
was mailed to the applicant on May 25, 2018.
Attachments
■ Planning Commission Memo dated May 22, 2018
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Request for Action
To
Item Number
Planning Commission
4.2b
Agenda Section
Meeting Date
Prepared by
Public Hearings
May 22, 2018
Chris Leeseber , Senior Planner
Item Description
Reviewed by
Elk River F.xtreme Motorpark, LLC, 21591 U.S.
Zack Cariton, Planning Manager
Hwy. 169 NW
Reviewed by
■ Conditional Use Permit — allowing for Off -
Road Racing, Active Recreation and
Physical Endurance, Live Entertainment,
Festivals, Research and Development,
Conference and Event Center, and Swap
Meets, Case No. CU 18-10
Action Requested
Approve, by motion, a Conditional Use Permit with the following conditions to satisfy the standards set
forth in Section 30-654:
1. No more than two Special Event Recreational Camping events per year can occur on the
aggregate properties that are encompassed with this CUP request.
2. The hours of operation for Live Entertainment are limited to Friday and Saturday 8:00 a.m. —
10:00 p.m. and Sunday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. — 8:00 p.m.
3. The hours of operation for all other events are limited to Friday and. Saturday 8:00 a.m. — 12:00
a.m. and Sunday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. — 8:00 p.m.
4. Staff approval of an updated spectator safety plan.
5. Staff approval of an on-site traffic/distribution plan that demonstrates:
a. Logical on-site distribution of participants, spectators, and public safety.
b. Adequate on-site stacking for admission and egress.
c. Adequate off-site stacking for access and egress without impacting U.S. Highway 169.
6. Except for team, sponsor, and entertainers vehicles/ trailers, no overnight parking shall be
allowed.
7. The approved Conditional Use Permit (CU 16--30) will become void.
Background/Discussion
The property is zoned Extreme Commercial Recreation (XCR) where Off -Road Racing Facilities require
a Conditional Use Permit (CUP). The applicant has also applied for an Ordinance Amendment (OA 18-
05) that would allow additional uses on the property during non -race events. The uses also being
requested to be a part of this CUP are as follows:
Active Recreation and Physical Endurance
Live Entertainment
Festivals
Research and Development
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Conference and Event Center
Swap Meet
The applicant received a CUP (CU 16-30) on January 17, 2017 and with approval of this CUP request, it
shall become void.
Regional Track
Future track expansion plans include an addition to the existing chalet which would include bathrooms
and concessions, as well as an additional storage shed.
Off --Road Track
Future track improvements include a two level announcing tower, restrooms, VIP Structure, and a
concession stand. A scoring shelter, grandstand bleachers, viewing structures on the east and south sides
of the track, and storage shed will also be added to the track area. In the meantime, the applicant will
continue to utilize temporary/portable bleacher units.
Special Event Recreational Camping Area
The applicant is requesting that the area shown on the site plan dated May 7, 2018, be allowed for Special
Event Recreational Camping for no more than two times per year. Special Event Recreational Camping Area
means a recreational camping area which operates no more than two times annually and for no more than
14 consecutive days. Staff recommends a condition stating, no more than two Special Event Recreational
Camping events per year can occur on the aggregate properties that are encompassed with this CUP
request. This includes all events operated by ERX, the applicant, or any third parties that may contract
with the applicants.
Live Entertainment
The site plan indicates two stages that live entertainment may occur. The one near the Regional Track is
where these events have occurred in the past. This stage is oriented to have the sound direct to the
south. The second stage is west of the Off -Road Track and is oriented to have the sound direct to the
east. There is a hill east of the stage, acting as seating that will help buffer the sound traveling to the east.
Staff recommends no live entrainment occur after 10:00 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, and not after 8
p.m. Sunday through Thursday.
Comprehensive Plan
The property currently has a land use designation of Highway Business/Mining. The Highway Business
land use ranges from moderate to high intensity forms of commercial development in Elk River.
Businesses in this category may be the largest both in terms of size and traffic generation while also
providing services and convenience types of business. Market orientation tends to be regional in nature.
Development orientation tends to be toward regional highways. Examples of Highway Business uses
include discount retailers, grocery, restaurants, automotive sales and service, general merchandise, and
professional services.
The Gravel Mining Area Land Use, Transportation, and Utility Plan identifies the subject property as
Highway Business and Low Density Residential.
The proposed use is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan,
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Transportation/ Circulation
The site has two access points from Highway 169. All access before and during events for spectators and
participants/ sponsors will occur at the 217th access. The southern access will only be for emergency
purposes and exiting at the end of an event. A future access will occur at the intersection of 213`s Avenue
and Highway 169.
Utilities
The subject property is not located in the Urban Service District. Although the current project does not
require city services, some of the proposed permitted and conditional uses in the XCR district will require
city services and this will have to be addressed in the future. This area, as shown in the Comprehensive
Plan, is not anticipated to have city services until beyond 20 years.
Applicable: Regulation
In approving a Conditional Use Permit, the council may impose such specific conditions with regard to
the development or operation of the proposed use as it considers necessary to satisfy the seven standards
set forth in section 30-654 and the requirements contained in this article and to promote compatibility
with and minimize any potentially adverse effects upon adjacent properties, the neighborhood or the city.
The issuance of a Conditional Use Permit can be ordered only if the use at the proposed location:
1. Will not endanger, injure or detrimentally a�ect the use and enjoyment of otherpropery in the immediate vicinity or
the public health, safety, morals, comfort, convenience orgen era l welfare of the neighborhood or the city.
The property has been zoned for Off Road Racing Facilities and has been operating as such for
several years. Staff is unaware of any issues neighboring properties have had with the races.
With the introduction of Live Entertainment Facilities, there is concern with noise associated with
Eve entertainment. The applicant has proposed the hours of Monday through Thursday 7:00 a.m.
—10:00 p.m., Friday through Saturday 7:00 a.m. —12:00 a.m., and Sunday 8:00 a.m. — 8:00 p.m.
Staff would recommend the hours of operation for Live Entertainment are limited to Friday and
Saturday 8:00 a.m. —10:00 p.m. and Sunday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. — 8:00 p.m.
Staff would recommend the hours of operation for all other events are limited to Friday and
Saturday 8:00 a.m. —12:00 a.m. and Sunday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. — 8:00 p.m.
2. Vill be consistent ivith the comprehensive plan.
The use will be consistent with the comprehensive plan.
Staff does not see a need to impose specific conditions to satisfy this standard.
3. lYjill not impede the normal and orderly development and improvement of surrounding weantpropetV.
The use will not impede the normal and orderly development and improvement of surrounding
vacant property.
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Staff does not see a need to impose specific conditions to satisfy this standard.
4. Will be served adequately by and will not adversely affect essential public facilities and services including streets,
police grad fire protection, drainage, refuse disposal, water and sewer systems, parks and schools; and will not, in
particular, create traffic congestion or interference with traffic on adjacent and neighboring public thoroughfares
The use will be served adequately by and will not adversely affect essential public facilities and
services including streets, police and fire protection, drainage, refuse disposal, water and sewer
systems, parks and schools; and will not, in particular, create traffic congestion or interference with
traffic on adjacent and neighboring public thoroughfares. Adverse impacts have been reviewed
with the Environmental Assessment Worksheet [EAW] completed in 2016 and on a yearly basis
through the review of the Spectator Safety Plan.
Staff does not see a need to impose specific conditions to satisfy this standard.
S. (Fill not involve asses, activities, processes, materials, equipmenI and conditions of operation that will be detrimental
to any persons orprope 0, because of excessive tralc, noise, smoke, filmes, glare, odors, dust or vibrations
As stated in standard #1, with the introduction of Live Entertainment Facilities, there is concern
with noise associated with live entertainment. The proposed conditions in that standard should
satisfy this standard.
The RAW outlining traffic control will ensure traffic will not become excessive.
Staff will continue to work with the applicant and adjust as needed the spectator safety and
traffic/distribution plans.
G. lY/ill not result in the destruction, loss or damage of a natural, scenic or historic feature of major importance.
The use will not result in the destruction, loss or damage of a natural, scenic or historic feature of
major importance. This standards was reviewed as part of the EAW, and potential impacts are
addressed by adoption of that plan.
Staff does not see a need to impose specific conditions to satisfy this standard.
7. Vill fully comply with all other requirements of this Code, including any applicable requirements and standards for
the issuance of a license orperrnit to establish and operate the proposed use in the city.
The use will fully comply with all other requirements of this Code, including any applicable
requirements and standards for the issuance of a license or permit to establish and operate the
proposed use in the city.
Staff does not see a need to impose specific conditions to satisfy this standard.
If denial of such a permit should occur, it shall accompany recommendations or determinations by
findings or a report stating how the proposed use does not comply with the standards set forth in Section
30-654.
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Financial Impact
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Statutory Review Period
Per State Statute 15.99 the required 60 day review period ends on June 29, 2018.
Council Meeting
If acted on, this item will go to the June 18, 2018, City Council meeting.
Attachments
■ Location Map
• Applicant's Narrative
■ Site Plan 5-7-18
Parking Diagram
Building and Sign Images
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RECEIVED
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CONCEPT REVIEW NARRATIVE - 21591 US HWY 169 NW
Background
ERX was launched in the winter of 2008 and is recognized today as one of the fastest-growing
motorsports facilities in the Midwest. With a focus on family -friendly events and grassroots
motorsports activities, ERX has been quickly embraced by motorsports enthusiasts of all kinds.
ERX was created by Todd Plaisted and Chris Carlson, two Elk River businessmen who are long-
time powersports enthusiasts. Plaisted and Carlson both enjoy participating in powersports
activities with their families. They saw an opportunity to create a facility which would address
their love for racing as well as provide value for the Elk River community. Their original intent
was to provide a facility for snocross racing and training. Today, ERX is a year-round complex
hosting both snowmobile events in the winter and off-road truck, car, and ATV racing in the
summer months. ERX hosts events for local and regional organizations and non -profits such as
Day of the Dozers (Children's Hospital fundraiser) and the Cow Pie Festival (benefiting the Elk
River and surrounding area school districts). Future uses of the facility may include concerts,
festivals, product demonstrations, and endurance events such as "Tough Mudders" or "Running
with the Bulls."
In June of 2008, ERX received an IUP to operate, and in July of 2015, to accommodate our long-
term vision, the city approved a new zoning district titled XCR extreme commercial recreation.
In November 2017, ERX staff met with Elk River Planning staff to discuss ERX; during this
meeting, staff asked us to submit a CUP amendment and ordinance amendment for this site to
continue operations at our current location, 21591 US Hwy 169 (PID: 75-110-2405).
In July of 2016, City Council approved a CUP for the original 13.29 acre parcel with conditions.
In July of 2016, ERX platted another area to house our "Power Shops."
In November of 2016, ERX finalized the purchase of an additional 80 acres. Looking ahead, we'd
like to include the new 80 acres (PID: 75-110-4400 ) to the south of the off-road track (PID: 75-
825-0010 ) to be used for pits and spectator viewing for our off-road truck racing events. There
is also access to this property from Highway 169. We would use this access as another area for
ingress and egress of racer vehicles and trailers, which was supported by MnDOT and the DPS.
In September of 2016, ERX, City staff, and Anderson Engineering proposed a plan that would
combine the 13.29 acre parcel (PID: 75-110-2405), the go-kart track (portion of PID: 75-825-
0040), and the new off-road truck track (portion of PID: 75-825-0010) onto the same plat and
under the same conditional use permit. This would meet the 300' right of way requirement
without dedicating 217th Avenue. Additionally, this also preserves 217th Avenue for Outlot A,
for future development. By doing this, we will void the approved CUP (CU 16-15) on the 13.29
acre ERX site and transfer those conditions, for the ERX track, to this new permit.
In a meeting with City staff on September 14, 2016, staff informed us the city attorney
indicated it was allowable for ERX to include special event camping on Outlot A under this CUP
application. At that time, special event permitting occured twice a year, during our larger
special and National events (i.e.: Red Bull events, Off -Road Truck Racing, etc). Since this land is
not platted, ERX Properties would still be able to apply for additional special event permits until
this land is developed.
On December 19, 2017, ERX staff had a meeting with Tyffani Maresh with the MDH to develop
a strategy for camping at ERX and to determine if we needed to offer a full campground, or if
there was a way to offer other companies utilizing ERX, on a rental basis, to be able to apply for
their own permits at ERX. It was determined that the Special Event Camping Area License
(SECA) can be applied for by any organization and that the SECA license is not land -specific.
This means that ERX Motor Park can utilize their two camping events twice per year, but if ERX
choose to rent out the facility, the company renting the facility would be able to apply for and
obtain a camping permit following all guidelines, that it would be allowed. ERX would like to
move forward with this process. ERX Motor Park would also like to utilize land on property
owned by Plaisted Companies (PID: 75-110-1105) for a SECA License during large events.
The process for applying for a SECA license is very specific in nature. Each company, ERX
included, needs to submit a site plan review, as well as pay for the plan review and the license
for their specific event days. Upon obtaining a license, the Minnesota Department of Health
comes out to inspect the property for each license.
Because of the incredible success of the events ERX has hosted thus far, we applied and
obtained a CUP that would combine all track elements (off-road and snocross) on a single plat.
During our meeting with City staff on September 14, 2016, it was indicated once approved, this
would eliminate the need to apply for a special event permits in the future for our larger events
that stay within land boundaries and use of Outlot A and Plaisted Property.
On April 16, 2018, ERX and City Staff brought to the City Council Work Session a Concept
Review for an Ordinance Amendment and CUP Amendment that showed where the future of
ERX was headed. Council found no issues with moving forward.
Detailed Description
From the very beginning, Mr. Plaisted and Mr. Carlson have implemented a few fundamental
principles which have been consistently used to guide the organization through the years:
• ERX will be family and community focused.
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o It will be a facility which will provide safe, family -friendly activities, with the
ultimate goal of creating value within the local communities and within the
powersports industry.
ERX will utilize an operating philosophy grounded in integrity, and benevolence and
charitable activities will be a key part of the operation.
o Free admission has been, and will continue to be offered to charities, ministries,
schools and non -profits. ERX is proud to have partnered with a number of
outstanding non-profit organizations through the years, including but not limited
to Big Brothers and Big Sisters, MN Adult and Teen Challenge, Boys and Girls
Club of MN and the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) Three River's
Community Foundation and Children's Hospitals of MN. Most recently, ERX has
donated the use of their property to the YMCA of MN for their summer youth
motorcycle training program, the "National Youth Project Using Minibikes
(NYPUM)."
ERX will encourage development.
o Since the beginning, ERX has hosted events designed to promote improved skills
and safety. Some of these events have include the ERX Learn To Ride Clinics
(Snocross), Motocross Clinics, YMCA Youth Motorcycle training, Avalanche
Awareness Classes, Youth Snowmobile Safety Training and Day of the Dozers.
Brief overview of vis
ERX is recognized as the top testing and development facility in the country for amateur and
professional Snocross racers. As a direct result, the large manufacturers supporting this
industry, such as Polaris, Arctic Cat, Honda and BRP, are investing in the Elk River area as well as
ERX through corporate events and leased shop space for their factory teams. At least two of the
manufacturers have expressed interest in moving part, or all, of their corporate racing
operations to Elk River to gain improved access to ERX.
ERX has built a national caliber off-road truck track that has been quoted by Professional drivers
as being the "most fun they have had racing, ever." ERX strives to become the number one
track of this nature in the nation. During our meeting with city staff on July 28, 2016, ERX
indicated that we would like to offer overnight parking and camping to spectators for these
events. City staff indicated it wouldn't be a problem being it was only a couple times a year. In
August 2016, City Environmental Technician sent over the requirements from the MNDH for the
rules of special event camping.
Scope of Proiect/Proposal
Currently six buildings/structures are on the 43.7 acre site that also includes the off-road truck
track and regional Snocross track, (county map attached) including:
• A 624 square foot office
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• A 2,400 square foot shop
• A 1,320 storage facility
• A 3,250 square foot facility (chalet)
• A 240 square foot shed
• A 480 square foot shed
Future facility expansion plans near the Regional Track include an addition to the existing ERX
Chalet which would house bathrooms and concessions, as well as an additional storage shed.
Future improvements near the off-road truck track include a two level announcing tower which
would house an announcing booth on the upper level, and a concession stand on the lower
level. A scoring shelter, grandstand bleachers, a two level viewing structure on the north and
west side and a semi-permanent viewing structure on the east and south side of the off-road
track will also be added, in addition to a storage shed. In the meantime, we will continue to
utilize temporary/portable bleacher units, and portable shipping containers.
The 13.29 acre site (housing our regional track) has been operating as ERX since 2008 and has
served as a feeder system to ISOC, the national Snocross racing series. Riders who were
introduced to the sport of Snocross at ERX are now winning national championships and are
recognized as some of the best emerging racers in the world. As a direct result, ERX is quickly
acquiring a reputation as a facility which develops and builds future champions.
In the spring of 2016, the ERX team built an off-road truck racing track which has hosted one
national race as well as testing sessions for professional teams. In 2017, ERX hosted two
national races and testing sessions. ERX is slated to host one off-road truck race in the summer
of 2018.
Because of the success of the off-road truck racing events, we are applying for a CUP
Amendment to include the additional 80 acres to the south of the off-road truck track for pit
parking and endurance races. We're also applying to update camping guidelines so that we may
continue operations at this location, in conjunction with all other applicable land use
applications deemed applicable by city staff (i.e.: Preliminary Plat, Final Plat, etc.).
In addition to providing a safe, yet challenging track for testing and training, ERX provides the
following events on a regular basis:
I. ERX Grassroots Snocross Series
This series will be entering its 101h year this year, and is hosted on Thursday nights,
focusing on first-time, amateur and youth racers. The largest classes are youth
oriented, and the largest specific groups of racers are the 120cc class, which features
riders from ages 4 to 12 years old. Competitors follow the six race series with hopes of
capturing the ERX Season Points Championship. We have racers traveling from Ontario,
Manitoba, North Dakota, Wisconsin, Michigan, Iowa and Ohio. Average attendance for
this race is approximately 1,000 people; we don't anticipate attendance to ever exceed
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1,500 people.
2. Summer Beater -X Series
This series features compact cars, light trucks, ATVs and UTVs competing on an all -dirt
track. The track layout consists of rolling jumps, elevation changes, tight corners and
provides an exciting and challenging extreme form of racing, with a focus on low -
budget racing for amateurs and first-time racers.
Future motor events at ERX could include grassroots off-road truck racing, regional off-road
truck racing, and motocross racing. Future non -motorized events (Active Recreation and
Physical Endurance Events) at ERX could include concerts, festivals, dealer demo shows, trade
shows, and physical endurance events.
In 2017 ERX completed the EAW process as required by the city; this is in part triggered by our
anticipation of hosting events in the future which would exceed 5,000 participants.
To date, the largest attendance at any of our events was approximately 4,500 at peak
attendance. We anticipate future off-road truck races and larger extreme Snocross races to
exceed 5,000 participants and spectators. In the event we were to consider hosting an event on
this site which would exceed 19,999 peek participant and spectator attendance, we will work
with the city to ensure all necessary requirements are put into place prior to the event.
Hours of Operation
Monday through Thursday 7am to 10pm, Friday and Saturday 7am to 12am, Sunday Sam to
Bpm.
Number of Employees
ERX Motor Park is staffed by a dedicated team of 20 employees from Plaisted Companies,
Sportech, and Carlson Motorsports. We also utilize a community of volunteers during our
larger events.
Traffic
Traffic and other key elements have been addressed in further detail in our completed EAW.
Based on these findings, ERX will work with MnDOT and City staff to ensure safe entrance and
exit with Hwy 169.
Number of Parking Stalls (existing & additional)
There are 260 parking stalls on the upper paved lot, 200 parking stalls on the bottom lot near
the chalet, and another 700 parking stalls in the areas to the south and east of the upper paved
lot of ERX. We also have over 500 parking spots located directly adjacent to ERX on property
owned by Envision (Carlson Family, PID: 75-833-0105). Over 1,000 additional spots are also
available approximately 0.25 miles to the NE on property owned by Plaisted Companies (PID:
75-110-0105).
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Signage/Outdoor Storage
There are two permanent signs on the property
The other sign is 15 foot high by 8 foot wide.
One of the signs is 14 foot high by 4 foot wide.
ERX will have event sponsor signs up during and in between events. ERX will comply with all
city codes set forth in the Elk River Zoning Ordinance.
In the future, we anticipate constructing a monument sign on ERX Properties that would exceed
30 square feet of changeable copy. We are including a changeable copy sign in this CUP
application. We will work with city staff and apply for any applicable sign permit(s).
Utility Plan
This property isn't currently in the Urban Service District therefore we don't require city
services at this time.
Wetland Delineation
In 2016, Anderson Engineering performed wetland delineation on the rest of this property. All
wetlands have been preserved.
Grading
With the exception of the off-road truck track and the special event camping area, there will be
no grading changes from the current state, at which time, ERX will apply for necessary
permit(s).
Camping
As part of this CUP, per City staff's request, ERX is including unplatted Outlot A (PID: 75-725-
0010) as a special events camping area. ERX will ensure all codes are met with the Minnesota
Department of Health. "Special event recreational camping area" means a recreational
camping area which operates no more than two times annually per event planning company
and for no more than 14 consecutive days.
Impact to the Neighbors of ERX Motor Park
The ownership and leadership team at ERX Motor Park realizes that there is a possibility of
impacting our neighbors of the facility. To combat this in the past we have stopped by our
neighbors that are the closest to the event site, explained to them what was going on, offered
them tickets, and dinner on us. With the exception of travel down a private road, which has
since been corrected with additional signage and security placed at the entrance to that road,
ERX Motor Park staff continue to hear great things from our neighbors. We will continue to go
above and beyond to make sure that our neighbors know what events we have coming to the
facility. When it comes down to having events that may impact with noise, concerts, races, etc.
we will assess the direction of the noise of such events. For concerts for example we would
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position the stage so that the sound would have to travel over natural terrain (a hill) and
through the woods before reaching the neighbors.
Economic Impact for the City of Elk River
Athletes, sponsors, business owners, attendees and event planners come to Elk River, MN from
all over the US, Canada and several Scandinavian countries to ERX Motor Park. As these
individuals travel here for ERX, the Elk River area experiences a significant positive financial
impact. The impacts are most significant during the winter snocross seasons as teams and
athletes continue to call Elk River "home" in their attempts to locate near the ERX track. Teams
support local businesses by utilizing local restaurants, hotels, municipal liquor stores, grocery
stores and gas stations. During large ERX events, the Elk River community is filled with teams,
families and spectators as they spend multiple days in the area participating in events at ERX.
Since our inception, there's been a handful of families who have purchased land in the Elk River
area to be closer to ERX, thus:
1) providing part-time housing for their family and team,
2) operating their respective business(es) and racing team operations
3) leasing available space and
4) patronizing local businesses.
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