Structural load calculations for the second floor balcony
at Solaris were confirmed to ensure the additional weight of the lighting and
stage would be within limits. Even the Audi on display was considered as part
of the plan. It was set on the balcony
with a crane. Scaffolding plans were
reviewed and the installation was inspected by a structural engineer.
The configuration of the Solaris Plaza will change slightly after the Opening Ceremonies to accommodate the concert stage. The plaza has a capacity of about 4,000 people. The venue from Solaris to Checkpoint Charlie has a capacity of approximately 7,000 to possibly 8,000 people.
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Deputy Fire Chief Mike McGee leads a tour at Solaris. |
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Familiarization tours have been conducted for fire personnel and pre-response plans have been formulated in preparation for the activities.
Deputy Chief McGee says the property is in good shape,
plans, procedures and systems are all up ad running as designed and we are as
NASA would characterize it in "All systems GO" status.
Contact: Suzanne Silverthorn, ssilverthorn@vailgov.com, 970-748-5908