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CPK80 · 11-12-2018, 06:48 AM

I am voting yes

- Though not permanent 6+ years of construction jobs
- An influx of smaller events and training opportunities, and tourism all leading and trailing the Olympics would help out the service industry.
- A boost to spirt, something I believe Calgary needs right about now.

- Just like how I renovate my house, I am glad they are looking to renovate the existing facilities, all that will continue to be used for many years to come.
- Though not sexy the new facilities would be a huge benefit... I still have 11 pm ice times and indoor soccer games, if the two new facilities can help with that, excellent.

And on the cost... As much as the NO side talks about cost overruns and guarantees.. Without the Olympics, we have fewer guarantees that the many of these upgrades and new facilities (Most of them needed anyways) will be funded from the provincial and federal governments so actually costing us more in the long run.

11-12-2018, 06:48 AM	#552
CPK80 Backup Goalie Join Date: Jun 2017 Exp:	I am voting yes - Though not permanent 6+ years of construction jobs - An influx of smaller events and training opportunities, and tourism all leading and trailing the Olympics would help out the service industry. - A boost to spirt, something I believe Calgary needs right about now. - Just like how I renovate my house, I am glad they are looking to renovate the existing facilities, all that will continue to be used for many years to come. - Though not sexy the new facilities would be a huge benefit... I still have 11 pm ice times and indoor soccer games, if the two new facilities can help with that, excellent. And on the cost... As much as the NO side talks about cost overruns and guarantees.. Without the Olympics, we have fewer guarantees that the many of these upgrades and new facilities (Most of them needed anyways) will be funded from the provincial and federal governments so actually costing us more in the long run.