A local non-profit BMX group, Snake River BMX, is dealing with over $9,000 in damages after two rodeo contestants took a joyride on a stolen city golf cart through their track. The incident was caught on security cameras, showing the two men tearing through the track and causing destruction after the War Bonnet Roundup. The bullfighters involved have not been named.
The city of Idaho Falls, along with its Parks and Recreation Department, are working with Snake River BMX to repair the damage. The track operator, Cody Norris, emphasizes the complexity of fixing the track, which was professionally built last year for the safety of racers as young as two years old. The track has had to cancel all events for at least a week while repairs are being made.
Norris, along with others at Snake River BMX, are volunteers who work tirelessly to maintain the track and organize races out of passion for the sport. He hopes the bullfighters will be held accountable for the damages and appreciates the community support. Norris also emphasizes the importance of educating the public about the intricacies of BMX and the amount of work that goes into maintaining a track.
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