The mayor Katia Tarasconi and the municipal administration of Piacenza thank all the institutions, associations and volunteers involved in these days, and today in particular, who with their work have contributed to the great success of the Piacenza stage of the Tour de France: ” Heartfelt thanks to all those who worked with dedication and commitment to make this event possible. There are hundreds of people – underlines the mayor – who, not only today Monday 1 July, but for months now have worked for the success of the event and the cycling race that started this morning. The Tour de France is a sporting event of global resonance, among the most important in the world, broadcast live on television from over 170 countries. Thanks to your precious contribution, thousands of tourists and hundreds of millions of spectators have had the opportunity to know and appreciate the architectural and artistic treasures, landscapes and wonders of Piacenza.
I would therefore like to express my most sincere thanks first of all to the many municipal employees who have truly given their all more than one can imagine. And this collaboration between offices is among the most important legacies of this great event: a notable test and an experience that all of us and the entire institution will treasure for the future. A special thanks then goes to the Local Police officers from other municipal administrations, as well as of course all the staff of the Via Rogerio Command who have done their utmost with a great spirit of service. I thank all the Police Forces who, with the support guaranteed by the Police Headquarters, the Provincial Command of the Carabinieri and the Guardia di Finanza, with their professionalism, promptness and competence have allowed everyone to enjoy the event without worries, contributing to creating a safe and welcoming environment.
I also sincerely thank the Fire Brigade, Red Cross, Anpas, the ASL services, the 118 operators, the many associations that have made themselves available with volunteers as always indispensable: Civil Protection, Alpini, Scouts, Fire Brigade retired and former municipal employees. You worked with professionalism and dedication, demonstrating a great sense of responsibility and a strong community spirit, your contribution was invaluable and without you the successful outcome of the event would not have been possible. Finally, thanks to the people of Piacenza and Piacenza, our city experienced a historic day today and today’s success is also thanks to your patience and understanding. I hope you can share with me the satisfaction and pride of having been part of something truly special. Merci Piacenza!”
