But because of a deal made with the state of Kentucky, the speedway is not required to pay taxes. The fire department was forced to finance the truck themselves. They saw a need, and they re helping to fill it. The dancers at Racers help raise money for various agencies and organizations in the city. They have held charity food drives, and they recently raised money to send local students on a science trip to Florida.
Businesses have a responsibility to help out.
The Sparta Fire Department is composed of seventeen volunteers and serves a population of approximately 150 people. The town covers about 6.7 square miles, which is the largest town in the county.