HomeMy WebLinkAboutEugene 2021 Presentation 6-24-19Basic facts
about the
event:
Things that
are the
same
“Athletics” = Track and Field
The event is still coming to Eugene!
Largest sporting event in the world in 2021; first time in the US
This event happens every other year (2019 Doha, 2017 London, 2015 Beijing, etc.)
10 full days of competition (August 6 –15, 2021)
Over 2,000 athletes
3,000 media
Over 190+ countries represented (over 200 teams in total)
90% of Oregon21 events happening at Hayward Field
Hayward Field reconstruction project on schedule
Updates:
Things that
are different
TRACKTOWN USA &
OREGON21 –TWO DIFFERENT
ORGANIZATIONS
2020 OLYMPIC TRIALS
COMING TO EUGENE
(JUNE 2020)
STATEWIDE LOCAL
ORGANIZING COMMITTEE
OREGON21 GENERAL
COMMUNICATIONS AND IAAF
TIMELINE
EUG2021:
Preparing
the
Community
Riverfront Redevelopment
Steam Plant
Riverfront Park
Town Square
Roads and Infrastructure
EUG2021
Engagement
Innovation
Legacy
Things we
are hopeful
for
Scoping a community festival that has
ties to Oregon21
Focus on climate that builds upon sport
and sustainability work
Volunteer opportunities
Thriving arts and culture initiatives
Thank you