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VAIL TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA MEMO

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Colorado Classic Bike Race Update (including the public release of the circuit route for Stage 1 in Vail on August 16, 2018)



PRESENTER(S):   Mia Vlaar, Economic Development Director, Mike Imhof, Vail Valley Foundation

ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL:   No action required.  Information update only.

BACKGROUND:   Vail is hosting the first two stages of the Colorado Classic on August 16 & 17, 2018.  The racing format of Stage 1 of the race on Thursday, August 16, 2018 is an exciting spectator friendly circuit race.  Town of Vail staff and numerous stakeholders have been working diligently since early January to identify a circuit route that is unique, challenging, spectator friendly, and as least impactful to residents, businesses, and our guests as possible.

STAFF RECOMMENDATION:   Staff recommends the route as proposed.

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Memo Colorado Classic Bike Race
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Letter