The Future of Recreation in Blaine County
For 50 years, BCRD has proudly provided our residents and visitors with healthy, active, and diverse recreational opportunities. Whether you’re exploring world-class trails, participating in our affordable youth sports leagues, or enjoying one of our many programs or facilities, BCRD plays a vital role in nurturing a vibrant and healthy community.
The Future of Recreation in Blaine County
For 50 years, BCRD has proudly provided our residents and visitors with healthy, active, and diverse recreational opportunities. Whether you’re exploring world-class trails, participating in our affordable youth sports leagues, or enjoying one of our many programs or facilities, BCRD plays a vital role in nurturing a vibrant and healthy community.
* Fiscal Year 2024
What's the Challenge?
Since BCRD’s founding in 1976, Blaine County’s population has tripled, increasing the use and demand for our programs and facilities. Yet our funding model has not changed. With rising demands and increasing operational costs, our current funding is no longer keeping pace. Additional investment is critical to sustaining and expanding these essential recreational resources.
BCRD relies on a mix of funding sources:
- 35% from tax revenue
- 40% from program revenue
- 25% from fundraising
BCRD’s current funding model is challenged to keep up with growing community needs and operational expenses. Without sustainable funding, BCRD will have to make tradeoffs or cut programs and resources that serve the community.
Investing in the Future of Recreation
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What This Means For You
If You’re a Trail User…
- Additional funding will allow BCRD to maintain and enhance our trails and ensure users continue to enjoy these world-class amenities we’ve provided our community for decades.
- Nordic skiing will remain affordable and accessible.
If You’re a Sports Fan…
- The levy allows BCRD to continue delivering engaging, high-quality, and affordable programs and activities for our community while meeting growing demand.
- The levy will allow BCRD to work with sports programs to envision future amenities and offerings to meet needs for training, practices, and games.
If You're an Outdoor Enthusiast...
- BCRD will continue to invest in multi-use outdoor spaces and supporting infrastructure.
- More community parks and fields will be available and well-maintained.
If You Care About Community Wellbeing…
- With additional funding, BCRD will continue to deliver low-cost, high-impact recreational opportunities that promote public health and unite the community.
- New investments in recreation will help preserve Blaine County’s economic strength and maintain its reputation as a premier outdoor destination.
Resources
Community Survey Results
Levy Info Handout
Feasibility Study
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Be Part of the Conversation
On Tuesday, November 4, Blaine County voters will have the opportunity to shape the future of recreation. Check voter registration, find your polling place, learn about early voting, or request an absentee ballot at voteidaho.gov.
In advance of the election, there are several ways to stay informed, ask questions, and ensure you have the facts about BCRD’s proposed levy. Follow this link to leave comments and questions about the levy.
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