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TRACK FACILITIES & CONCESSIONS <br /> After you've completed the basic track construction, there are other building prospects to <br /> consider. The following items are important, but not vital, to the actual racing. Each <br /> track organization must decide what priorities will be placed on which facilities. <br /> FENCING: Two fences are recommended: The first would serve as a security barrier <br /> around the perimeter of the property, keeping riders and other people off the track during <br /> unsupervised periods. This is a key element in preventing your exposure to any type of <br /> liability. It also helps to reduce unnecessary maintenance and vandalism on the track <br /> facility. The other fence is utilized as a spectator control fence. It should not be more <br /> than four feet tall and should be designed to keep spectators off of the track and infield . <br /> REGISTRATION, SCORING AND ANNOUNCING TOWER: A simple wood, two <br /> story structure located at the finish line can provide multiple uses. Downstairs could be <br /> used for registration (race sign-ups) and trophy storage and distribution. Upstairs could <br /> be used for race scoring and announcing. When the scorer and announcer are in different <br /> locations, communications between them to identify the qualifiers and finishers is <br /> difficult. <br /> 111 RESTROOMS: If you are in a city park, restrooms are normally provided as a park <br /> facility. If you are located on private land a good alternative to an expensive installation <br /> is portable toilets. Remember that the racers and their families are the supporters and <br /> customers of your track and a good program includes clean restroom facilities. <br /> WATER SYSTEMS: A system of hoses or underground plumbing is necessary for <br /> track maintenance. The faucets should be strategically located to allow access to the <br /> entire track. <br /> SOUND SYSTEM: An inexpensive PA system can be purchased at a discount <br /> • electronics store and the speakers can be mounted on top to the scoring and announcing <br /> tower. Some sort of-PA system is really a must for a successful program. <br /> BLEACHERS: If bleachers are not in the budget, perhaps grassy, landscaped areas in <br /> strategic locations can be developed. If you can afford bleachers, try and design the track <br /> in the space available to allow for them. <br /> LIGHTS: A must for night racing. However, lights can be the single largest expense in <br /> the construction of a track. Make sure your night racing schedule will cover the cost of <br /> lights before you install them. <br /> • SNACK BAR: Your local soft drink bottler will often put up a small building in <br /> exchange for your selling their product. Before you invest in a structure, you should <br />