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The velodrome will not only put Milton on the international map, but also leave a lasting legacy in the world of sports, says a Canadian cycling guru. That sentiment was the key message deliv- ered to the full house at Friday morning’s Breakfast with the Mayor, an annual Milton Chamber of Commerce event. Among those who spoke to the crowd at Teatro Conference and Event Centre was rac- ing cyclist Curt Hamett. who's the Chef de Mission, or head of the Canadian sports del- egation at the upcoming Pam Am Games. The Olympic medalist said his "dream finally came true" when the Mattamy National Cy- cling Centre officially opened its doors last "This is a facility that We dreamt about for 20 years.” he said. 'The opportunity is there to put Milton on the map. There's also great and tremehdbtfl Opportunity for the sport of He an libel sport to take advanééaawm anthem level. 'This faclllty is the perfect breeding ground to make them the next Olympic champion or rider in Tour de Francefhesaicl. And Hamett should know. The former hock- ey player got into cycling as a way to stay in shape during the offseason. Even after he was drafted hockey team, he decide?!ch ' in for a bicycle 'The majority of drop-in rides each day have been sold out. including weekday morning and lunch time sessionfshe said. Reynolds noted the walking/mnan track In- slde the velodrome is also a very popular fea- ture, with 249 annual membershlps sold with- permanently “and then won an Olympic med- al in folle year. 'lt's thatidr‘vilhtépportunity flutzho‘l'own of Milton M! m he He went on to dub Milton as ‘the hub of cy- cling," noting he and many others flock to the area as a cycling destination. it’s so beautiful and majestic here. it’s the per- fect venue for this fantastic facility," he said. While the Pam Am Games haven't happened yet, Town Director of Community Services Jennifer Reynolds reported that the $56-mil- lion velofi'ome is already drawing the interest of cyclists and local residents. She said between January 13 and February 4, 730 cyclists registered for programs at the velodrome, with 377 on a waiting list already. More than 130 cycling memberships have also been sold. and 843 bikes have been rent- Milton Velodrome will leave lasting legacy, says Hamett By Melanie Honnessoy SPECIAL TO ms CHAMPION inthefirsttwodays.Thegymnasium spaceat ""' W * " ‘ the new facility is also attracting many local .; sparts teams. she said. When it comes to the Pam Am Games, Reyn- olds encouraged those in attendance at the breakfast to welcome athletes and visitors to the community and build on the Games’ | schedule of events to entice people to stay in I Milton. I 95' I Mayor Gord Krantz was also on hand to share I r... T32... ' his annual "state of the union” address, which Vimmmwamamam, ’ emphasized the importance of maintaining 9" "' - - - - - â€" l he a f y. - . ‘1 .7 ‘ ~i he WE WILL NOT BE UNDEBSDLD! "A strong ratio of residential to non-residen- i l ha been ined, d ' :gt:::::m‘favosurable r3332» tax fate o St. for Miltoni ." 0 Looking £ch over the coming year, Krantz um sum 0' Hwy ‘01 ’ mm to momma” 8) :filfé'fiflmafinfiéfirfifl . 905-636-7666 r alumnus: , “bu-cation as raw-"d : .Lrfi'ofigeliftres ° 3° may ' of swao, 5wzo, ° FM Battery Inspection or 1ow30 Castrol W" my: 5 “3°73” Expith.31,2015. 'mmmum-Amsm. J _â€"â€"-_â€"â€"â€"-â€"-â€"’ sion in the spring, progress on a variety of in- email: 61 OGactivegroenross.com frastructure projects. continued progress of W to PM 7am.7pm, 3mm M49.“ theMiltonEducatlonWlage - l " «at-an" ' A , z: it ; treandtheopenlngofthe, ,. “ ’ ness Park. to name a few initiatives. Krantz wrapped up the breakfast by wining «; Harnett an honourary citizen of Milton.