I'm on my way to vote No. I've wanted an Olympics in Calgary for my entire life but this is a bad deal and although I'll struggle with actually striking an X against this when I get in the booth I think it's the right thing to do.
Olympics are supposed to give the host city useful infrastructure when it's finished, otherwise it really is just an expensive two week party. This bid only gives us a Fieldhouse that's useful. Any upgrades on McMahon is a waste. Upgrades on the Saddledome, Big 4, trails/day lodges at Nakiska, all a waste. Niche upgrades to COP/Winsport are definitely not worth the money we're paying. The 5,000 seat arena nobody needs or wants is a hilarious waste. The fact that Moran is trying to dangle that as a precursor to the 20,000 seat arena people actually want is an absolute joke and borderline dishonest. I'm also not happy with the Yes side, their commericals are emotional "think of the children" garbage. I want substance and this bid and committee have none.
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