Richard Shapiro
Richard Shapiro
cannot forward move
We cannot afford, in my opinion, not to move forward with this.
best both calendar california committee concluded discussed earlier final industry interests meet move nearly outcome owners past plans presented program racing review state stated subject suggested track tried within year
This committee plans to meet both earlier in the calendar year and more often than in past years to review what is in the best interests of the industry and the public. I already have discussed this subject with all track owners in the state and nearly all of the (industry) organizations. We tried to discuss their views, concerns, and philosophies of how California should move forward. I have not suggested or concluded what a final outcome would be to anyone. I have stated that I want to see racing promoted, and the best program presented within the state.
both buildings final schools work
We had our moments. However, in the final analysis, both of those schools are old buildings and they need work done.
asking clear council department january management needed plan point school
We needed to have our (asset management) plan to the council by January 31 of this year. At that point we were not clear as to what the school department was asking for.
critical health industry racing safety supports view
Everyone in the industry supports this effort. We all view it as critical to the health and safety of horses, jockeys, and other racing participants.
alone among fairly item looked lost rebuilding stand
There's a lot going on. We didn't think that rebuilding the schools, which is necessary, should be lost among everything else. It's a stand alone item and it should be looked at fairly for what it is.
fact governor noticed present question
I think the fact that the governor was present was without question noticed by the court.
california dates hold industry meets order protect race racing secure state track
In a sense, the state of California is leasing race dates or meets to the track operators, and we need to hold them responsible in order to protect and secure the racing industry in California.