Hello race fans! As High Road Promotions transitions to Evergreen Speedway in the coming week we wanted to give you some new updates.
First, to clear up some rumors about the current track facility. The walls, the fences, the dirt and the grandstands are in place. All rolling, and non-fixed assets are being removed by Johnson Production. These were items purchased from IPI. The trucks, the track equipment, the UKE tires, office furniture and non capital investments to the county are owned by Johnson Productions. The county will do another walk through with JP on final move out, and a walk through with HRP on move in. Everything will become final when all parties sign off. I hope that makes everything clear!
Second, and a point that many drivers, fans, sponsors and teams are concerned about. The 2010 Awards Banquet. We want to assure everyone there WILL BE A BANQUET. GUARANTEED. We will provide more details in the near future. Many sponsors, clubs, drivers and teams have offered assistance, of which we all are very appreciative.
Third, our partnership with the clubs and teams that compete at Evergreen. We can't tell you how proud we are to work with so many great people. From Bill who runs the Karting, Lupe the Street Drags Director, Russell the Director of Evergreen Drift, and Bill and Shari and the great staff at WWRA. We have been to several board meetings, banquets and one on one meetings the past few weeks, with great interest for an outstanding 2011 race season.
As soon as we move into Evergreen we will start our Saturday Night team, class, and rules meetings. We apologize for any delays in starting the rebuilding process. We have compiled over 200 suggestions for rules and operations through our evergreenrules@hotmail.com site. While we know we can't use everyone’s suggestions, we can and will use many of them! The ONLY way Evergreen Speedway will become the Premiere track in the Northwest again, will be through communication, cooperation and efforts on the part of the promoters and racers to create what we all want. Our long-term agreement gives us many opportunities, one of which is to start completely over and build a competitive, economical, fun, and fair race environment for the teams and the fans. The passion that drives each and everyone at HRP is found in each and every one of you. How we use that energy will drive the Speedway.
Sunday, October 24, 2010
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
Power of Words
Over the past several weeks we have been communicating our thoughts, goals, progress and visions for the future. During this time we have answered questions, made statements and given our viewpoints. The latest blog was one of fact and information. At no time have we taken shots at, or disparaged anyone. We have openly thanked Danni and Denny Johnson for keeping racing alive, and for their diligence under adverse circumstances.
We have been supported by drivers and teams who ran each and every week hoping for a better tomorrow. Words are seemingly harmless, but as we all know, can cut like a knife. While we are all adults, it doesn't make one void of hurt feelings. The Power of Words are an awesome force. Most everyone in the racing community wants to see Evergreen restored to its past glory. We would like everyone to remember the past years have been difficult for many people. Running any business have had its challenges. We all know friends and family who have lost jobs, their homes, their autos, their retirement and some has lost their lives in these turbulent times. Given the perspective of life vs our sport, sometimes we lose sight of our senses.
Material items are replaceable. Sometimes words are sole destroying. Anything and everything can be rebuilt. In the end, we need to work together to create a better partnership of track and teams.
We have been supported by drivers and teams who ran each and every week hoping for a better tomorrow. Words are seemingly harmless, but as we all know, can cut like a knife. While we are all adults, it doesn't make one void of hurt feelings. The Power of Words are an awesome force. Most everyone in the racing community wants to see Evergreen restored to its past glory. We would like everyone to remember the past years have been difficult for many people. Running any business have had its challenges. We all know friends and family who have lost jobs, their homes, their autos, their retirement and some has lost their lives in these turbulent times. Given the perspective of life vs our sport, sometimes we lose sight of our senses.
Material items are replaceable. Sometimes words are sole destroying. Anything and everything can be rebuilt. In the end, we need to work together to create a better partnership of track and teams.
Saturday, October 16, 2010
MOVE IN DELAYED
Hello everyone! As most of the Racing Community knows, the previous contract with the county ended on October 3rd. Our intent was to start our move in the following week. Johnson Productions got a one week extension from the county, but now as we understand will be staying until the end of October. The delay for High Road Promotions is one we did not expect. The loss of time has affected many items such as remodeling, sponsorships, class and employee meetings, as well as tire testing and race events.
It appears we may not have any late fall or winter races after all. The safety lights were removed with only the wires remaining on the fences. We will continue to move forward with our many plans for rebuilding Evergreen. The onsite presence just lends to quicker and easier communication for potential vendors and sponsors. In no way will this slight delay cause any adverse conditions for the start of a new race season!
We have received dozens of inquiries about the Championship Banquet. At this time, we have not received word one way or another from the Johnsons on their intent. Unless facilities were previously booked for this event, we have found only a few venues with any space available over the next three months. Please let us know if you have more information!
In the near future we will be launching a NEW WEBSITE for the Speedway. Johnson Productions has elected to keep evergreenspeedway.com. We hope this will not confuse our fans, sponsors or teams who have relied upon the site for news and updates.
It appears we may not have any late fall or winter races after all. The safety lights were removed with only the wires remaining on the fences. We will continue to move forward with our many plans for rebuilding Evergreen. The onsite presence just lends to quicker and easier communication for potential vendors and sponsors. In no way will this slight delay cause any adverse conditions for the start of a new race season!
We have received dozens of inquiries about the Championship Banquet. At this time, we have not received word one way or another from the Johnsons on their intent. Unless facilities were previously booked for this event, we have found only a few venues with any space available over the next three months. Please let us know if you have more information!
In the near future we will be launching a NEW WEBSITE for the Speedway. Johnson Productions has elected to keep evergreenspeedway.com. We hope this will not confuse our fans, sponsors or teams who have relied upon the site for news and updates.
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
OctoberFast 300 Postponed
Hello Racers and Fans! High Road Promotions officially takes over Evergreen Speedway this month. Our target move-in date will be delayed for a few more days. The transition from Johnson Production and the county will be finalized shortly.
Our intent was to schedule a 300 lap Enduro race on October 23 for Hornets, Stingers and either Mini Stock or SF8's. At this time, we will delay the race until November. We would like to have at least two track events before the first of the year. We know there has been a lot of interest in late season events. The target date is November 6th with enough interest. The purses will be substantial for all classes. As soon as the offices and facilities are vacated, we will start the remodeling process. We have started meetings with some of the groups, and will be working on scheduling class meetings this next week.
Stay tuned for progress throughout the track and the fairgrounds!
Our intent was to schedule a 300 lap Enduro race on October 23 for Hornets, Stingers and either Mini Stock or SF8's. At this time, we will delay the race until November. We would like to have at least two track events before the first of the year. We know there has been a lot of interest in late season events. The target date is November 6th with enough interest. The purses will be substantial for all classes. As soon as the offices and facilities are vacated, we will start the remodeling process. We have started meetings with some of the groups, and will be working on scheduling class meetings this next week.
Stay tuned for progress throughout the track and the fairgrounds!
Season Ending Thoughts
Hello to everyone! First of all, thank you to ALL the teams, drivers, fans, employees and
sponsors supporting Evergreen Speedway. Congrats to all the Champions, and a special thank you to Danni and Denny Johnson for their hard work and diligence under extremely tough times.
As with all companies, the most important resource within the Speedway is the people. We would like to state our viewpoint. When it seemed sometimes a race or season would or could be lost, dozens of you rallied to action and made it happen, and the show went on! We live in a world of instant gratification, fast foods, quick fixes, short tempers, little respect, and the perception that no one cares or listens. Yet, hundreds of racers and fans did not give up or give in. Our sport is built on passion and a spirit to excel, compete and win. With all the "things" that are wrong and need attention, there are just as many "things" that are right and need to be recognized. We have the ability as a racing community to take all the good that is Evergreen Speedway and rebuild it into the premiere facility it once was. It will not happen overnight, or even in the first year. But, we guarantee one thing for sure. When the 2011 season kicks off, every driver, fan and sponsor will see and feel the difference.
This will be a time when teams, drivers and promoters have the opportunity to create a program together that is a win win for all parties, including the fans. Racing is an expensive hobby as everyone knows, but through working as a team, we can and will create economy, consistency and fun for every class. Rebuilding anything can be simple, but it is not easy. We ask that we ALL be proactive, not reactive. We are all capable of making something not work. The BIGGEST challenge is to open our minds and be receptive to new ideas, and see what is the best fit for the majority. Having thick rule books, expensive parts, low car counts, disgruntled fans or an US vs THEM attitude does not work. Positive Actions equal Positive Results.
Looking back on this season, we would like everyone to remember the first time you went to a race, got an autograph, met your favorite driver, took your son or daughter to the track, or
strapped your helmet on for the first time. Remember the feeling? That's what it's all about!
sponsors supporting Evergreen Speedway. Congrats to all the Champions, and a special thank you to Danni and Denny Johnson for their hard work and diligence under extremely tough times.
As with all companies, the most important resource within the Speedway is the people. We would like to state our viewpoint. When it seemed sometimes a race or season would or could be lost, dozens of you rallied to action and made it happen, and the show went on! We live in a world of instant gratification, fast foods, quick fixes, short tempers, little respect, and the perception that no one cares or listens. Yet, hundreds of racers and fans did not give up or give in. Our sport is built on passion and a spirit to excel, compete and win. With all the "things" that are wrong and need attention, there are just as many "things" that are right and need to be recognized. We have the ability as a racing community to take all the good that is Evergreen Speedway and rebuild it into the premiere facility it once was. It will not happen overnight, or even in the first year. But, we guarantee one thing for sure. When the 2011 season kicks off, every driver, fan and sponsor will see and feel the difference.
This will be a time when teams, drivers and promoters have the opportunity to create a program together that is a win win for all parties, including the fans. Racing is an expensive hobby as everyone knows, but through working as a team, we can and will create economy, consistency and fun for every class. Rebuilding anything can be simple, but it is not easy. We ask that we ALL be proactive, not reactive. We are all capable of making something not work. The BIGGEST challenge is to open our minds and be receptive to new ideas, and see what is the best fit for the majority. Having thick rule books, expensive parts, low car counts, disgruntled fans or an US vs THEM attitude does not work. Positive Actions equal Positive Results.
Looking back on this season, we would like everyone to remember the first time you went to a race, got an autograph, met your favorite driver, took your son or daughter to the track, or
strapped your helmet on for the first time. Remember the feeling? That's what it's all about!
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