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Not only has Nevada City been contacted by the Amgen Tour of California about hosting a stage of the annual race, but apparently western Nevada County just might be the starting point of the 2010 event.
Nevada City Classic race director Duane Strawser confirmed tonight that he and City Manager Gene Albaugh have been in discussion with representatives of the Tour of California over recent weeks.
“We have had two conference calls in the last three weeks,” said Strawser, who was working a proposal to be submitted this week to TOC race officials. “The offer was made directly to me and Gene, our city manager. And now we have about 48 hours to get the paperwork done.
“It is true we have been approached by them for the opening stage start.”
As first reported by The Union on June 3, Strawser and Nevada City officials had discussed piggybacking on a proposal by the Chico community to be part of a stage race.
Strawser said he was later contacted directly by race representatives.
The Tour of California, an eight-day, 650-mile race cycled in stages, showcases the Golden State through the cycling world and provides an economic boost for host communities.
Earlier this year, the tour announced it would move its race date from February to May 16-23 for the 2010 event. The change of date is expected to coincide with warmer temperatures in the Sierra, offering a safe, challenging and picturesque climb through the foothills.
More than 80 cities were reported to have put forth proposals to serve a host for the race.
“I think we'll know in a couple of weeks,” Strawser said.
Nevada City Classic race director Duane Strawser confirmed tonight that he and City Manager Gene Albaugh have been in discussion with representatives of the Tour of California over recent weeks.
“We have had two conference calls in the last three weeks,” said Strawser, who was working a proposal to be submitted this week to TOC race officials. “The offer was made directly to me and Gene, our city manager. And now we have about 48 hours to get the paperwork done.
“It is true we have been approached by them for the opening stage start.”
As first reported by The Union on June 3, Strawser and Nevada City officials had discussed piggybacking on a proposal by the Chico community to be part of a stage race.
Strawser said he was later contacted directly by race representatives.
The Tour of California, an eight-day, 650-mile race cycled in stages, showcases the Golden State through the cycling world and provides an economic boost for host communities.
Earlier this year, the tour announced it would move its race date from February to May 16-23 for the 2010 event. The change of date is expected to coincide with warmer temperatures in the Sierra, offering a safe, challenging and picturesque climb through the foothills.
More than 80 cities were reported to have put forth proposals to serve a host for the race.
“I think we'll know in a couple of weeks,” Strawser said.
