Speedworld Closing?

[MSDGN]

Just read an article that there's a good probability that Speedworld will be closing..so basically we have lost all race tracks in the Phoenix area...it looks like Firebird is gone too...this sucks!!...guess I'll have a car for sale soon..

 

[CGASTON]

Just read an article that there's a good probability that Speedworld will be closing..so basically we have lost all race tracks in the Phoenix area...it looks like Firebird is gone too...this sucks!!...guess I'll have a car for sale soon..

Yes, SPEEDWORLD posted on their FACEBOOK page that they will be closing soon.

 

[TurboTGuy]

Just read an article that there's a good probability that Speedworld will be closing..so basically we have lost all race tracks in the Phoenix area...it looks like Firebird is gone too...this sucks!!...guess I'll have a car for sale soon..

Any link or info on where to read the article?

 

[QWKRTNU]

I heard firebird us resurfacing and will reopen later in the year. Speedworld I would like to see the link. Don't believe that one at all

 

[CGASTON]

Here is SPEEDWORLDS facebook link and their comment on closing. After I have read it, I called Nick to verify. Firebird is closing in April 2013.... Rumor has it it is closing to resurface the track.. Come on down to SIR in Tucson......

https://www.facebook.com/speedworld.dragstrip/posts/456339194426289

 

[TurboTGuy]

I heard firebird us resurfacing and will reopen later in the year. Speedworld I would like to see the link. Don't believe that one at all

http://www.azfamily.com/sports/Firebird-Raceway-Closing--185527242.html

 

[TurboTGuy]

Here is SPEEDWORLDS facebook link and their comment on closing. After I have read it, I called Nick to verify. Firebird is closing in April 2013.... Rumor has it it is closing to resurface the track.. Come on down to SIR in Tucson......

https://www.facebook.com/speedworld.dragstrip/posts/456339194426289

Facebook is the Devil..... I don't have an account so I cant view it.

 

[MSDGN]

Link to article from AZCentral:

http://www.azcentral.com/community/...edworld-future-looks-grim.html?nclick_check=1

 

[MSDGN]

As for Firebird I've heard so many stories I don't know what to believe...some say gone for good...some say NHRA is trying to save it...some say the Indian tribe just wants a new owner...goes on and on...guess we will just have to wait and see...SIR is too far for me...

 

[TurboTGuy]

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Rumors and inuendo have been swirling around this topic for about a year now.​

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Speedworld's facebook page reportedly is confirming the story. I don't have a facebook account cuz it's the devil, so I can't confirm this. ​

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Too many of our hobbies' outlets are being closed buy greedy developers with politicians in their back pockets and crazy shortsighted liberal environmentalists trying to save the planet.​

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We've got to take a stand!​

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Shane, I sincerely hope you are OK with what I have done here.​

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Below is a copy of what I wrote to Governor Brewer.​

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She can be e mailed using the followin link - http://www.azgovernor.gov/Contact.asp​

I suggest that you all do the same, heck you can copy and paste mine into the e mail area if you want to,but don't forget to change the name at the bottom, I dont want her to think I'm stalking her.​

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Topic: Speedworld Motorplex in Whitman, AZ​

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Governor Brewer,​

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I am writing to ask that you look into the closing of this facility and do what you can to stop it from happening. The state has decided to no longer lease land to persons who wish to operate a motorsports facility. Maricopa County has recently begun a dispute with Speedworld also.​

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Speedworld has been a part of the AZ community since 1961 and is a venue that is cherished and counted upon by motor sports enthusiasts of all kinds.​

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Drag race, off road, motorcycle and all terrain vehicle enthusiasts use this facility to enjoy their hobby in a safe and controlled evironment, keeping them off of the public streets and our oh-so-fragile desert lands.​

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With the Gila Indians not renewing the lease for Firebird Raceway to continue operations, Speedworld will be the only all purpose motorsports facility left in Maricopa County.​

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The forcing of closure of this venue seems to me to be a bit shortsighted and unwise.​

Forcing the folks that make regular use of Speedworld away from there will only drive them out onto the public streets and fragile desert lands.​

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Again, Speedworld has operated for over 50 years with very few problems and, similar to Luke Air Force Base, new neighbors have moved nearby and then started an intiative to make it go away . The owner is working diligently with the county to correct drainage and construction issues.​

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There has also been some bad press lately about underage people doing things they shouldn't be doing there. The fact is, thare are a few bad apples in every group, lawmakers not withstanding, but it makes no sense to judge the majority by the few, now does it?​

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Governor Brewer, I beg of you to take a close look at what the closing of this longtime icon of the motorsports community, tax revenue generating business, and one of the few places left in the State of Arizona to participate in and enjoy the offerings this business provides would mean to so many.​

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It would be a tragedy to see it lost forever.​

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Thank you for your time.​

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Guy Cunningham​

Drag Racing Enthusiast and Voter​

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[TurboTGuy]

There is a much better edited version of my e mail on the torbo Lounge forum.

 

[750H.P.V6]

I feel your pain. This has happened too many times here in CA to count. Once they close either or both facilities the likelyhood of them re-opening somewhere else is going to be pretty slim. Sorry to sound negative, I hope it doesn't end up the way it looks like it will.

Neal

 

[meanchicken]

Communism...it's a desease...

 

[nordy racer]

and this is why i moved back to the East Coast.. 8 1/4 tracks that are open 4 days a week for racing.. Sorry guys..

 

[TurboTGuy]

On Wednesday the County refused to issue a Temporary Use permit to Speedworld for the Pacific National Open.

This is getting really scary guys, we need to DO SOMETHING!!!!

I wrote my County Supervisor the following, please feel free to copy it and send a copy to YOUR supervisor and County Land & Development attorney Wayne Peck

Supervisor Kunasek,
I am writing this to ask why the Temporary Use Permit for Speedworld to operate and hold an event at the facility this February 1st – 3rd was not approved.

I am also writing to ask that you look into the forced closing of this facility and do what you can to prevent the closure from happening.

Speedworld has been a part of the AZ community since 1961 and is a venue that is cherished and counted upon by motor sports enthusiasts of all kinds.

Drag race, off road, motorcycle and all-terrain vehicle enthusiasts use this facility to enjoy their hobby in a safe and controlled environment, keeping them off of the public streets and our oh-so-fragile desert lands.

With the Gila Indians not wanting to renewing the lease for Firebird Raceway to continue operations, Speedworld will be the only all-purpose motorsports facility left in Maricopa County.

The involuntary closure of this venue seems, to me anyway, to be a bit shortsighted and unwise.

Forcing the folks that make regular use of Speedworld to go elsewhere will only drive them directly out onto the public streets and fragile desert lands.

Again, Speedworld has operated for over 50 years with very few problems and, not unlike Luke Air Force Base, it seems new neighbors have moved nearby and then started an initiative to make it go away . From what I understand, the owner is working diligently with the county to correct drainage and construction issues.

I would be very interested in learning exactly why the Maricopa County and MCBOS is so bent on closing Speedworld and what can be done to help all involved to come to some sort of agreement? I would be glad to do my part in helping facilitate any changes I might be able to from a user of the facility’s position.

There has also been some bad press lately about underage people doing things they shouldn't be doing there. The fact is, there are a few bad apples in every group and as you well know, even elected officials aren’t exempt from this rule , but it makes no sense to judge the majority by the few, now does it?

Supervisor Kunasek, I beg of you to take a close look at what the closing of this longtime icon of the motorsports community, tax revenue generating business, and one of the few places left in the State of Arizona to participate in and enjoy the offerings this business provides would mean to so many.

It would be a tragedy to see it lost forever.

I look forward to your response.

Thank you for your time and attention regarding this matter.

Guy Cunningham
Drag Racing Enthusiast and Maricopa County District 3 Voter