TRACK DIVISION MEETING

Following a review of the 2022 Technical Meeting sessions, Track Division participants brainstormed session ideas for the 2023 Technical Meeting. Topics attendees can expect to see in 2023 include striping, track safety zones, tips and tricks on real world repairs, the aging behavior of track surfaces, and an overview of both the CTB Exam and the new 2023 edition of the Running Tracks: Construction & Maintenance Manual.

Participants celebrated the launch of the new Running Tracks: Construction & Maintenance Manual and the contributions of all those who worked on the new book. Next steps include a careful review of all other Track Division resources, including position papers, exam questions and diagrams for any updates needed as a result of changes in the new manual.

The group spent time reviewing existing position papers and discussed topics for new ones. Suggested new position papers could focus on snow removal from tracks as well as conversion from non-raised curbs to raised curbs and reusing asphalt surfaces. The existing Water on Tracks position paper will be amended to cover birdbaths as well. All papers are to be reviewed at the Track Division meeting during the 2023 Technical Meeting. Track Division members are encouraged to share suggestions for new position papers with Track Division President, Jordan Fisher, CTB, at jfisher@fishertracks.com ★