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Cortina mayor talks Winter Olympics challenges, costs, sliding track controversy and more
- Lorenzi says Cortina is ready to host Olympic events despite delays in related Milan projects.
- The mayor confirms security will involve over one thousand officers for athletes and spectators.
- Lorenzi cites long-term benefits and guaranteed world events to justify the sliding track project.
- The mayor describes ongoing safety concerns and a tragic incident at a nearby construction site.
- Curling and sliding track tests have been completed successfully to ensure readiness.
- Lorenzi asserts the long-standing goal to rebuild the sliding track for sporting legacy.
- The mayor references a strong local response, including death threats, but remains committed to the project.
- Officials say transport and venue readiness include a Plan B for ski lift and access.
- Cortina aims to leverage Olympic investments for post-Games economic and tourism benefits.
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