Monroe, with Easy Day Sports, took a gamble of sorts by obtaining conditional approval from the city of Coronado and securing equipment for the event weeks before it was guaranteed the state would reopen on June 15.
He’s thrilled the burden has been lifted and he’s able to reconnect with race associates who helped stage the event after being out of work for 15 months.
Meanwhile, the return of outdoor racing events is just as important for people who consider the running events as part of their lifestyle.
“We’re absolutely thrilled that we’ve got a live race to run tomorrow,” said Richard Williams, 85, of Coronado.