What are People Saying?

Click here to view Letters of Reference from Senator Kevin Dahle, Senator Mike Parry, Doug Hughes from Steele-Waseca Coop Electric, Joe Portinga from J&J Powersports, Andrew Yurek from Northfield Hospital, Derrick Olson from The Big Steer, Jim Luce from the Scott County Fair, Jean Bowman from the Fergus Falls Convention & Visitors Bureau, Lisa Workman from the Fergus Falls Chamber of Commerce, Mike Quinn from ARMCA District 23, John Winch from Kato Cycle Club, and Tom and Karen Umphress.

We asked people, what does a new riding area like the proposed MotokazieLand in Rice County mean to you and your family?  We took a sampling of the responses we received, and here is what they had to say.

"I have 6 members of my family and 4 young children who love to get outdoors and especially go ride their dirt bikes together. To have such a facility nearby would be a great way to get out and ride at an organized safe facility on a regular basis. We are all very excited to see this park continue through to completion. Thanks again."

"I support motokazieland.  we need a clean, safe, and well organized riding facility in this area and I know Lee and his crew will provide that."

"I live in Dundas, MN with my wife and young son.  We currently have to drive at least an hour to get to a track that has options for all of our skill levels.  Having an MX park so close will mean we will save lots of time and money and will be able to ride more often.  It will be an incredible opportunity for my son to practice in a safe and structured environment."

"I just want to let you know that I strongly support the new proposed "Motokazieland" in northern Rice County.  Along with my future wife, we both support this new project and we hope it brings great opportunities to the area!!"

"It means a lot and me and many people would really like another place to ride."

"It gives us a place close by to ride, race and be with friends and family. We have been involved with racing for many years and have raced with Motokazie for almost 10 yrs. For us it is a family event as my 11 yr old races and my 23 yr old helps at the track, plus my husband races. We are very excited about the opportunity in Rice county."

"A place for my 9 year old son to practice and race in the sport he has chosen.  And also provide a close place for my wife and daughter to shop and eat at the local restaurants and watch the races."

"We own property in Forest Township in Rice County.  There are four people in our household and we want you to know that we are in full support of having Motokazieland at I-35 and Hwy 1.  Please add us to your e-mail list to keep us informed of your actions.  Thank you."

"We are a family of 5 that make motocross a family outing. It is something to do that we all enjoy with 2 children that ride dirtbike. It is wonderful that we meet other families that have the same interest's. It is a well organized event with no alcohol allowed and the only racing allowed is on the track. This would be great if motokazieland was approved and close to home.."

"It means we have a brand new motocross facility and close to home! It will be affordable for us to go there to practice and race."

"As far as riding would go, it would be a place that's close for me as well as many other riders in the metro and surrounding areas. The other riders and their families are big to me as well. Some families ride/race every weekend and its pretty much their second family."

"There are 4 people in my household. I think the motorsports park is a great idea and would give families something fun to do outdoors. In light of the recent extension of the ATV ban in ditches, this would be a great alternative. Not to mention the additional revenue generated for the county in an area that is currently agricultural. It just makes sense. "

"I own property in Rice County and grew up in Rice County. We have nothing like this for our residents less than two hours away. It is also a recreation and educational tool to teach our kids how to control equipment and learn skills other sports can not do."

"It will give my two kids a safe area to try there skills at riding. It will teach them safety about a sport they love to do. Me as a parent love to keep my kids involved in group activities with other kids interested in the same things as them. Thanks"

"A safe, organized and legal area to enjoy the sport we love... these type of areas are getting harder to come by and are in our opinion much needed."

"I think it would be a very positive thing to do in Rice County. It would be a very well centralized location. It would bring revenue to the county as well. It would give children, kids and families several things to do also. We NEED something to do in Rice County! It would mean a great deal to me and to several people in my family."

"I think this is great for the community and for our kids. My son rides and loves it. He is young so it would be nice to have a track closer to us so that it is more convenient for him to practice in a safe environment. For us this has always been a family event since I have a brother and cousin who have rode for many years. It is always fun to get out, enjoy the weather and have a good time watching."

"It means a place where we could go and enjoy some outdoor family recreation.  This is something that should be in every county. People need to realize the benefits of getting their children outdoors. "