2021 Open Class Exhibitor Fair Book

Dedication
The Dodge County Fair dedicates this book
in loving memory of our past Fair Board members
who are celebrating the 2021 Dodge County Fair from afar.
Their hard work, efforts, and dedication have helped
make the Fair the success it is today.
Joe Meyer
1926 – 2021
Fair Board Member 1981 – 2005
Joe served as the Grounds Superintendent, a
role he took very seriously working day and night
to ensure the grounds were ready for any event.
He was essential to keeping the grounds in
order and was instrumental in establishing the
racing program at the Dodge County Fairgrounds
Speedway. Without Joe’s equipment, knowledge,
and many friends to draw from, we would not have
had the successful racing program that we did.
He was integral to making many improvements
around the grounds, including the construction
of the second grandstand and restrooms. Joe
added many special touches to his tasks at the
fairgrounds, such as planting flower beds, taking
time with grounds crew workers, and especially
enjoying his work with youth. His positive attitude,
ability to plan for the future, and ability to connect
with others made him a true treasure to the Fair.
Bill Christian
1930 – 2021
Fair Board Member 2001 – 2013
Fondly known as “Big Foot”, Bill first became
involved with the Fair Board as the head of security
for the racing program. He made sure we had
officers on the job for the races and was dedicated
to ensuring everyone’s safety. His presence was
always respected because of the kind manner
in which he worked with people. He employed
creative marketing techniques in obtaining ads for
the fair book. He was a big promoter of the Fair,
driving from corner to corner of Dodge County to
deliver fair books, posters, and season tickets to
banks and businesses. He made countless runs
to and from the gates, transporting supplies and
people . Bill’s big smile and twinkling eyes will
always be remembered. His booming voice will
echo through the fairgrounds for many years to
come.
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