This week, we proudly renamed Seven Peaks Boulevard to Olympic Boulevard! The timing couldn’t have been better, as we revealed the new name just in time for our Olympic announcement party on Wednesday.
The idea to rename this iconic street came as we started planning for the 2034 Winter Olympics. Provo has always been a city that embraces its history while looking forward to the future, and I thought this change would be a perfect way to celebrate our Olympic legacy and welcome the international community once again.
The new Olympic Boulevard signs are not just any signs – they’re blue and proudly display the Olympic rings, adding a unique and festive touch to our city. This boulevard runs north to south in front of the Peaks Ice Arena, which was a venue for the 2002 Winter Olympics and will play a significant role in the upcoming 2034 Games.
But that’s not all! You might have noticed the Olympic rings stenciled on streets like Center Street and Olympic Boulevard. We plan to add more of these celebratory symbols over the next ten years, spreading the Olympic spirit throughout our beautiful city.
I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to our public works director, Gordon Haight, and everyone involved in this project. They worked diligently to ensure a smooth transition for our residents and businesses, coordinating with navigation tools and emergency services to make this change as seamless as possible.
We hope Olympic Boulevard becomes a source of pride and excitement for all of us. Remembering the joy and community spirit from the 2002 Games, I know that hosting the 2034 Olympics will be just as thrilling and unifying for Provo.
So, take a stroll down Olympic Boulevard, snap some photos with our new signs, and share in the excitement of our city’s ongoing journey. Together, let’s celebrate Provo’s unique Olympic legacy and look forward to the incredible events to come.
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