This was highlighted by the mayor of Concordia at the launch of the traditional athletic competition to be held on January 13th. He emphasized the coordinated work between different areas of the Municipality in organizing the event.
The 45th edition of the Maratón de Reyes had its official presentation. It took place this Friday, January 5th, where organizational and competitive details of the traditional athletic festival that our city has were announced, with the presence of mayor Francisco Azcué, who was accompanied by Chief of Cabinet Eduardo Caminal; Undersecretary of Sports Ivana Pérez; Undersecretary of Health Florencia Prieto; Undersecretary of Culture Jorge García; Emanuel Galli, Director of Traffic; Gonzalo Garat, Coordinator of Federated Sports; Magalí Martínez, Coordinator of Events, and the renowned athlete Daniel Ortíz.
In his remarks, the mayor of Concordia emphasized that it is a “cultural event that goes beyond sports, it is part of our identity,” adding that once the administration began, work started on the organization within the framework of a complex scenario “but the Maratón de Reyes is a competition that goes beyond sports, it is much more than that, and in the face of this scenario, we want to meet our objectives despite the limitations.”
“I am very happy with the work that has been done, and the most important thing is to put the athletes at the center of the stage, as they are the most prominent part of the marathon; we work for you. Sport is a tool for transformation and inclusion, and that is the directive I have given my officials. This marathon belongs to all residents of Concordia. Today it is our turn, but each one from their place will give their best. We all have to be part of it as citizens,” affirmed Azcué.
For his part, Chief of Cabinet Eduardo Caminal highlighted the work between different Secretariats of the Municipality, achieving teamwork “which is something the mayor proposed when we took office. No area is stagnant; there is articulation and connection with the private sector, which is the engine of the future to come. We have called on business owners to contribute ideas and advertising, and all those we have met with have been collaborative.”
EXPECTATIONS
Ivana Pérez, Undersecretary of Sports, expressed her satisfaction with having achieved the organization in such a short time, adding that “the expectations are very good because many people are signing up,” reaching almost two thousand registrants with one week left until the competition.
She announced that there will be prizes for the elite category “because although it was difficult for us to obtain them, they make a living from this, and we are very happy to be able to do so. Everyone is invited; we look forward to seeing you, not only to run but also to cheer, to collaborate, and to be part of this Marathon.”
HEALTH
Regarding the health operation, Undersecretary of Health Florencia Prieto indicated that there will be a station every kilometer of the competition and light vehicles to respond to any eventuality that may arise, adding that 10 ambulances will be available. “At the finish line we will have the entire medical team working to attend to all those who require it. In the group, there are several doctors who will join in to provide our service and in this way, together, collaborate.”
TRAFFIC
Regarding the traffic operation, the director of the area, Emanuel Galli, explained that on this occasion there will be personnel from the area working during the development of the competition, for which he requested “collaboration from the community” and indicated that in a few days details of the circuit will be given and how it affects the normal functioning of the city. “We are going to ask residents, as far as possible, not to leave vehicles parked where the competition passes.”
He did announce that the closure on Avenida San Lorenzo, the starting and finishing point of the Marathon, will take place on Saturday, January 13th, starting at 1:00 PM, adding that regarding the Bus Terminal, different bus companies are already being notified about the use of an alternative entrance. The same applies to urban transport companies.
CULTURE
One of the novelties that this edition of the Maratón de Reyes will have is the participation of the Undersecretary of Culture. In that sense, Jorge García, head of the area, said that “it is a privilege to be able to participate in this joint work with the different areas. On this occasion, instead of having a closing of the Marathon, there will be an opening. In the lead-up to the start, there will be very good music, with national rock,” and for this, the band Black Yurú has been called upon.
KIT DELIVERY
Gonzalo Garat, Coordinator of Federated Sports, reported that the delivery of kits will be taking place at the former Estación Norte site, starting Thursday, January 11th, and Friday, January 12th, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and Saturday, January 13th, from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
RESPECT FOR ALL ATHLETES
Daniel Ortiz, an athlete with a disability who has been participating for 27 years, asked for “the utmost respect for athletes with disabilities; we don't ask for much, just that; respect for the elite athlete as well as the last one to reach the finish line,” noting that the Maratón de Reyes is not made by any competitor or any particular category, “but rather it is made by the whole town.” Finally, he thanked the organization for being part of the presentation.
ATTENDEES
Provincial deputies Carola Laner and Marcelo López were present; the Secretary of Government and Finance Luciano Dell´Olio; councilors Felipe Sastre, Eliana Lagraña, Mauricio Rey, Celeste Fuscado, Emmanuel Godoy, Yáiza Pessolani, and Guillermo Satalía Mendez, media outlets, among others.
The 45th edition of the Maratón de Reyes had its official presentation. It took place this Friday, January 5th, where organizational and competitive details of the traditional athletic festival that our city has were announced, with the presence of mayor Francisco Azcué, who was accompanied by Chief of Cabinet Eduardo Caminal; Undersecretary of Sports Ivana Pérez; Undersecretary of Health Florencia Prieto; Undersecretary of Culture Jorge García; Emanuel Galli, Director of Traffic; Gonzalo Garat, Coordinator of Federated Sports; Magalí Martínez, Coordinator of Events, and the renowned athlete Daniel Ortíz.
In his remarks, the mayor of Concordia emphasized that it is a “cultural event that goes beyond sports, it is part of our identity,” adding that once the administration began, work started on the organization within the framework of a complex scenario “but the Maratón de Reyes is a competition that goes beyond sports, it is much more than that, and in the face of this scenario, we want to meet our objectives despite the limitations.”
“I am very happy with the work that has been done, and the most important thing is to put the athletes at the center of the stage, as they are the most prominent part of the marathon; we work for you. Sport is a tool for transformation and inclusion, and that is the directive I have given my officials. This marathon belongs to all residents of Concordia. Today it is our turn, but each one from their place will give their best. We all have to be part of it as citizens,” affirmed Azcué.
For his part, Chief of Cabinet Eduardo Caminal highlighted the work between different Secretariats of the Municipality, achieving teamwork “which is something the mayor proposed when we took office. No area is stagnant; there is articulation and connection with the private sector, which is the engine of the future to come. We have called on business owners to contribute ideas and advertising, and all those we have met with have been collaborative.”
EXPECTATIONS
Ivana Pérez, Undersecretary of Sports, expressed her satisfaction with having achieved the organization in such a short time, adding that “the expectations are very good because many people are signing up,” reaching almost two thousand registrants with one week left until the competition.
She announced that there will be prizes for the elite category “because although it was difficult for us to obtain them, they make a living from this, and we are very happy to be able to do so. Everyone is invited; we look forward to seeing you, not only to run but also to cheer, to collaborate, and to be part of this Marathon.”
HEALTH
Regarding the health operation, Undersecretary of Health Florencia Prieto indicated that there will be a station every kilometer of the competition and light vehicles to respond to any eventuality that may arise, adding that 10 ambulances will be available. “At the finish line we will have the entire medical team working to attend to all those who require it. In the group, there are several doctors who will join in to provide our service and in this way, together, collaborate.”
TRAFFIC
Regarding the traffic operation, the director of the area, Emanuel Galli, explained that on this occasion there will be personnel from the area working during the development of the competition, for which he requested “collaboration from the community” and indicated that in a few days details of the circuit will be given and how it affects the normal functioning of the city. “We are going to ask residents, as far as possible, not to leave vehicles parked where the competition passes.”
He did announce that the closure on Avenida San Lorenzo, the starting and finishing point of the Marathon, will take place on Saturday, January 13th, starting at 1:00 PM, adding that regarding the Bus Terminal, different bus companies are already being notified about the use of an alternative entrance. The same applies to urban transport companies.
CULTURE
One of the novelties that this edition of the Maratón de Reyes will have is the participation of the Undersecretary of Culture. In that sense, Jorge García, head of the area, said that “it is a privilege to be able to participate in this joint work with the different areas. On this occasion, instead of having a closing of the Marathon, there will be an opening. In the lead-up to the start, there will be very good music, with national rock,” and for this, the band Black Yurú has been called upon.
KIT DELIVERY
Gonzalo Garat, Coordinator of Federated Sports, reported that the delivery of kits will be taking place at the former Estación Norte site, starting Thursday, January 11th, and Friday, January 12th, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and Saturday, January 13th, from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
RESPECT FOR ALL ATHLETES
Daniel Ortiz, an athlete with a disability who has been participating for 27 years, asked for “the utmost respect for athletes with disabilities; we don't ask for much, just that; respect for the elite athlete as well as the last one to reach the finish line,” noting that the Maratón de Reyes is not made by any competitor or any particular category, “but rather it is made by the whole town.” Finally, he thanked the organization for being part of the presentation.
ATTENDEES
Provincial deputies Carola Laner and Marcelo López were present; the Secretary of Government and Finance Luciano Dell´Olio; councilors Felipe Sastre, Eliana Lagraña, Mauricio Rey, Celeste Fuscado, Emmanuel Godoy, Yáiza Pessolani, and Guillermo Satalía Mendez, media outlets, among others.