"Make no little plans. They have no magic to stir men's blood ... Make big plans; aim high in hope and work."  
—Daniel Burnham, Chicago architect. (1864-1912)

Tuesday, August 11, 2009

Olympics News Roundup: 8/11

Paralympians discuss how Chicago is an ideal city to host the Paralympics, thanks to the city's wheel-chair accessible transit system and "curb cutting" initiatives.

The Chicago Tribune stays on top of Chicago 2016 committee members like Michael Scott, a real-estate developer who could stand to profit from some development projects near proposed Olympic venues.

As the United States Olympic Committee readies itself for the Oct. 2 announcement, Denver, CO and Reno, NV have reportedly expressed interest in hosting the 2018 Winter Games, and Pittsburgh in the 2020 Summer Olympics. The USOC has reiterated its support of Chicago's bid in light of these reports.

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