By rdnewsNOW staff

Stettler celebrates refurbished running track

Oct 4, 2019 | 2:51 PM

On September 20, the Shared-Use Recreational Facilities (SURF) Committee commemorated the grand reopening of the Stettler Community Recreation Track with a ceremony that spoke to the significant past and reinvigorated future of the facility.

The track received a state-of-the-art, UV resistant rubberized surface, which is expected to prolong the lifespan of the track considerably.

Town of Stettler Councillor and member of the SURF Committee, Malcolm Fischer, addressed the history of the track and its use during the 1991 Alberta Summer Games, stating “the centerpiece of our legacy is this beloved track.”

Councillor Ernie Gendre added that the renovated track is the result of “a community that is not afraid to collaborate.”

Hayden also commended the financial support of the partners and sponsors who aided in the project. Special mention was given to Diamond Partner Inter Pipeline Ltd., who provided a significant contribution to the project.

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The ceremony concluded by welcoming guest of honor, Ethel Williams, to cut the ceremonial ribbon. Williams has an acclaimed history as a track star, and has been an ongoing supporter of the Stettler Community Recreation Track. Students from participating schools surrounded Williams as she cut the ribbon and ended the event with a celebratory lap around the track.

“Stettler stands proud to have yet again shown commitment to a proud past and legacy, and a serious commitment to the future. All citizens of the area should share in that pride,” Fischer said.