Editor:
We would like to thank the Corporation of Delta for sponsoring last week's information meeting on the Union Cycliste International (UCI) Road Race that will be held in Tsawwassen this summer.
The engineering department and the Tour de Delta staff provided an excellent presentation regarding this exciting event, highlighting the route that the cyclists will take through Tsawwassen and emphasizing the very thorough planning that has been undertaken to make certain that all goes smoothly.
Thanks also to event manager Mark Ernsting who patiently answered all of our questions.
This is the only road cycling race in B.C. with international sanctioning and top professional teams from North America, Europe and South America have already committed.
For the residents of Tsawwassen, it will be an exciting day of racing that offers plenty of opportunities to participate, whether as a volunteer or spectator.
The multi-lap, 11-kilometre race route through many Tsawwassen neighbourhoods will give residents a firsthand look at high level athletes and teams, with the women doing seven laps and the men 14.
This all-day event is the perfect opportunity for neighbourhood "watch" parties. Sign up as a race volunteer or begin your party plans.
Whatever you do, don't miss out on this summer's prestigious event - the July 7 UCI designated Delta Road Race.
Peter Sziklai Sylvia Skratek
