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ARF- 7846

2. E.

Special BOS Meeting

Meeting Date:	03/28/2023
Submitted For:	Stephen Christensen	Submitted By:	Cheryl Sluyter, Executive Assistant
Department:	Board of Supervisors-District 1

Information

Request/Subject

Information/ Discussion for a Hashknife Pony Express Monument to be located on the Tommie Cline Martin Complex property.

Background Information

The Hash Knife Pony Express has been continuously conducting an annual ride beginning in Holbrook Arizona and arriving in Payson then continuing on to Scottsdale. This traditional reenactment of the Pony Express has now celebrated 65 years of dedicated hard work.

Monument artist Scott Rogers has produced an eloquent depiction of a Pony Express rider that now resides in Holbrook Arizona. A duplicate of this monument in Payson will add to the historical heritage of this grand tradition.

Evaluation

The total cost of this duplicate monument will be $40,000, delivered and installed by the artist.

The Town of Payson has indicated an interest in partnering in the cost of the purchase.
The monument will be not only historically relevant but will serve as an educational point of interest for many years to come.

Conclusion

Funds are available to take this window of opportunity to add something of significant value.

Recommendation

We recommend strong consideration for this unique opportunity.

Suggested Motion

Information/Discussion for a Hash Knife Pony Express Monument to be placed at the Tommie Cline Martin County Complex.(Steve Christensen)

Attachments
Hash Knife Presentation