http://www.thoroughbredtimes.com/national-news/2004/february/19/historic-playfair-race-course-to-be-demolished-developed.aspx Thoroughbred Times - February 19, 2004] The 63 acres site was bought by the city of Spokane in 2004 for $6.3 million, with the intent of partnering with Spokane County for a new sewage treatment facility.