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Program Narrative The project would consist of covering the existing city-owned facility with a prefabricated metal roof. The 410' cover would be composed of red iron beams which span 210'. The sheeting will consist of supported prefab metal, trim, insulation, and a gutter system with down spouts. The existing lighting would be replaced with new, more efficient, suspended lights. Upgrading the public address system may be necessary to maintain quality acoustics under the new metal structure. Uti/ization ofComp/ex These facilities uses cc,uld be but not limited to the following: Rodeo and Horse Club Events • One of the highlights of the year is the Handicappable Rodeo, which is held annually in May. The PRHC is host to 150 - 200 handicapped students from schools in Lamar, Delta, Red River and Choctaw counties. These special , students participate in hayrides, horseback riding, roping, a petting zoo and other events • From March until October each year, playdays are held each month to allow approximately 140 club members to participate in events on horseback. These playdays are not limited to any age, race or gender of contestant who ; wishes to participate. • The annual UPRA/CRRA rodeo is held during the first weekend of August. This award-winning, quality rodeo event is the largest event for the PRHC in which fans of all ages can attend. . The Lamar County Junior Livestock Association Horse Show presents a two- day horse show in conjunction with the Lamar Counry Junior Livestock Show for any youth that is enrolled in school. They include showing events as well as speed events. • Many other events are held throughout the year to attract contestants to Paris from other cities and counties. These include team roping, barrel racing and bull riding events among others. • The planning and execution of all of these events would not be affected by weather with a cover in place. 4H Clubs . These clubs use the arena and clubhouse for meetings, presentations, horse shows and other weather-sensitive events in which the cover would be beneficial.