The lack of amenities in the city and the desire to attract young families is what prompted Fleming to build the Centre at Rainey Creek.
Construction finally got underway this summer after 18 months of getting it approved with the city of Swan Valley.
The project has taken about three years from conception to completion. Swan Valley General Store | Courtesy photos There was a lot of hoops to jump through but they told me what I needed to do and we moved forward without any hassles,” Fleming says. “I was pleasantly surprised with all the support and cooperation on this project. There is also a community pond that Idaho Fish and Game will regularly stock with fish.
A reclamation project is currently underway on Rainey Creek to provide fishing for people in the area, says Fleming.