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Del Mar Un-Fairgrounds
I find this particular subject somewhat amusing. Why would you not want to make things more convenient for your customers? Every major race track in the country was built along the railways. Have you ever been to Belmont on Belmont day (or any other day for that matter). People pack the trains and the turnstiles. Have you ever been to Arlington Park? Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday the trains are full of not just horse racing fans but families. I am most familiar with Arlington as I live in Chicago. I have a group of friends that take the train to Arlington almost every Friday during the meet. The train at Arlington drops you off in the parking lot about 30 steps from the entrance. It is more convenient than the parking lot. Most notable are the families bringing their children to the track. After all, this sport will die if we don't get the younger fans. My grandfather took me as a child and I have been going back ever since. Also, when I fly into the area, I would like to have a choice between LAX and San Diego airports. Prices, times, availability are all a concern. It is a huge pain to rent a car and drive or take a cab/shuttle from either airport. The convenience of a train would really help. Common sense brings up the issues like eliminating drunk drivers, traffic, pollution, etc. It kills me that the "suits" at the track do not get more pressure from MADD and the environmentalists for a train stop. I applaud Richard and Helen's persistence in this matter even at their own peril in some situations. Keep up the good fight!— March 28, 2009 9:36 a.m.