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Stay Informed: Updates on Our Fight Against the DeFuniak Racetrack

Explore the latest developments and insights into our ongoing efforts to halt the construction of the DeFuniak Racetrack. Stay connected with our community’s actions and learn how you can contribute to protecting your North Walton County neighbors.

Latest News & Updates on DeFuniak Racetrack

Emerald Coast Motor Club Economic Feasibility: Does the Market Support a 600-Member Private Racetrack? ECMC is backed by racers and automotive enthusiasts pursuing a motorsports-country-club vision. But comparable Florida clubs have deliberately located beside much...

Financial Viability of Emerald Coast Motor Club

Can Northwest Florida Support Another Luxury Motorsports Club? The proposed Emerald Coast Motor Club is not simply a racetrack. Its business concept depends on attracting a highly specialized customer: affluent automotive enthusiasts willing to purchase expensive...

Emerald Coast Motor Club’s Noise Study Never Studied the Racetrack

Emerald Coast Motor Club's Noise Study Never Studied the Racetrack Emerald Coast Motor Club Noise Study Measures Silence, Not Racecars Walton County is being asked to approve the 3.5-mile Emerald Coast Motor Club based on a sound study that never studied the...

Community Voices

“The proposed racetrack threatens our peaceful way of life. We must stand together to protect our community.”

Kim F.

Local Resident

“Our environment is at risk. We need to preserve the natural beauty of Walton County for future generations.”

Todd B.

Environmental Advocate

“The racetrack will disrupt our community and cause serious traffic issues on 331. Let’s unite to stop it.”

Emily J.

Small Business Owner

Upcoming Events

WC Technical Review

TBA – First Step in Approval Process

Walton county pride, preservation and conservation.

YOUR CHANCE TO SPEAK OUT

Planning Commission Meeting

TBA – Second Step in Approval Process

Walton County pride, preservation and conservation.

YOUR CHANCE TO SPEAK OUT

Commission Meeting

TBA – Third Step in Approval Process (or Magistrate)

Walton County pride, preservation and conservation.

YOUR CHANCE TO SPEAK OUT

Magistrate's Hearing

TBA – Third Step in Approval Process (or Commission)

Walton County pride, preservation and conservation.

JUDICIAL PROCEEDING/COMMENTS TBD

A serene lake in the early morning fog in the Alaqua neighborhood of DeFuniak Springs where a private racetrack, ECMC, is proposed.

Take a Stand

The private DeFuniak Racetrack threatens to forever destroy the peace, wildlife, and way of life in Alaqua and Woodlawn. Add your voice to stop it today.