Novese championship races facing challenges as Girardengo undergoes two-month refurbishment.
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Get ready to see some major updates at the Girardengo Stadium in Novi Ligure! The revitalization of the athletics track is nearing its final hurrah. Funded by the municipality after snagging a grant from the Sports Credit, this ambitious project will cost a hefty €750,000 and aims to breathe new life into a structure that's been standing tall for close to six decades.
Dime the deets on the process:According to the sports councilor, Stefano Moro, the bureaucratic BS is almost done with, and we should know who gets the gig by the end of May. Fingers crossed there won't be any roadblocks, and work onsite should commence by the end of next month. Of course, that means there'll be some minor inconveniences, but they'll mainly affect the summer season—when the place is less crowded anyway. Here's hoping for some decent weather to speed this bad boy along. This makeover isn't just about the track, but also revamping the surrounding sports area with future updates on the horizon.
The completion timeline:The new athletics track is estimated to take around 120 days to complete, but for at least a couple of months (exact duration TBA), the fenced-off area encompassing the pitch and the track will be off-limits for the contractor to get the job done safely and lay down the bitumen foundation for the surface. The timeline hinges on the contractor's needs, but Moro's clear on one thing: we're aiming to wrap this up as soon as possible, no later than October, barring any unforeseen circumstances.
The beef at hand
The dough will go towards fully overhauling the 1966-built, underappreciated 400-meter track, as well as installing a modern drainage system, renovating the jumping platforms, and updating the "half-moons" for the high jump and the hurdles.
The makeover has already kicked off with consolidation and anti-flooding work on the underpass connecting the changing rooms to the football field.
The twist in the wick
There's a wrench in the works: where will Novese play their promotion league matches while the track is under construction? No worries, the solution's just a stone's throw away—the synthetic field on Via San Marziano, where the team practices.
Recent visits from regional officials responsible for approving promotion league matches paint a promising picture, but to get the final nod, we need to erect stands, a project currently in the works and aimed for completion by late June (cost yet to be determined, but it won't break the bank).
Enrichment Data:- Girardengo Stadium: Although the search results don't provide specifics, it's likely the stadium is named after Costante Girardengo, an Italian cycling legend.- Renovation duration: Typically, stadium renovations with track replacement, drainage systems, and structural upgrades might demand a 6–12-month timeframe, depending on the project's size and regulatory hurdles.- Cost factors: - Drainage systems: €50,000–€200,000+ - Jumping platforms: €20,000–€100,000 per platform - Spectator stands: €100–€500 per seat, depending on materials and roofing.- Regulations: Renovated facilities must comply with CONI and World Athletics standards for competition-level facilities.
The revitalization project for the Girardengo Stadium's athletics track, costing €750,000, aims to bring fresh life to a structure built in the 1960s. The project will be completed in approximately 120 days, with the contractor required to work within a fenced-off area for the duration. Stefano Moro, the sports councilor, has expressed hope that there will be no setbacks and work will commence by the end of June. The completion of this project also includes the installation of a modern drainage system, renovation of the jumping platforms, and updates for the high jump and hurdles' "half-moons."
While the 400-meter track undergoes renovation, Novese football team will temporarily utilize the synthetic field on Via San Marziano for their promotion league matches. The installation of stands for this field is currently underway, with an expected completion by late June, albeit the cost remains undetermined. The stadium is likely named after Costante Girardengo, an Italian cycling legend. Typical renovation projects, involving a track replacement, drainage systems, and structural upgrades, usually require a 6-12 month timeframe, depending on the project's size and regulatory hurdles.
