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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2002 Mt Ashland Expansion DocsBarbara christensen - ski ashland memo 6-02.wpd Page 1 CITY OF SHLAND Memo DATE: June 27, 2002 TO: Mayor and City Council FROM: Paul Nolte RE: Role of City in Mt. Ashland Expansion The council has requested an analysis of the city's role as lessor to the Mt. Ashland Association in the proposed expansion of the Mt. Ashland ski area. 1. In July 1992, the City obtained a Forest Service Use Permit to operate the ski area until July 4, 2017. Prior to this time the ski area was operated by Ski Ashland, Inc., a Washington corporation, which was a wholly owned subsidiary of Stevens Pass, Inc. - Ski Ashland, Inc., obtained its permit in 1988. The City paid Ski Ashland, Inc., $1.3 million for the ski lodge, lifts, equipment, etc., $500,000 of which was from a OEDD Regional Strategies Fund grant and a Strategic Reserve Fund grant. The remainder of the funds came from community donations. 2. The city's permit from the Forest Service contains a multitude of provisions comprehensively addressing access, improvements, conditions of operation and maintenance, insurance, fees, payments, liability, etc. For instance, paragraph I.G of the permit addresses the requirements for compliance with the Master Development Plan: "G. Master Development Plan. In consideration of the privileges authorized by this permit, the holder agrees to prepare and submit changes in the Master Development Plan encompassing the entire winter sports resort presently envisioned for development in connection with the National Forest lands authorized by this permit, and in a form acceptable to the Forest Service. Additional construction beyond maintenance of existing improvements shall not LEGAL DEPARTMENT Tel: (541) 488-5350 20 East Main Street Fax: (541} 488-5311 Ashland, OR 97520 TTY: 800-735-2900 www.ashland or us noltep~ashland.or, us stephens~ashland or. us Barbara christensen - ski ashland memo 6-02,wpd be authorized until this plan has been amended. Planning should encompass all the area authorized for use by this permit. The accepted Master Development Plan shall become a part of this permit. For planning purposes, a capacity for the ski area in people-at-one time shall be established in the Master Development Plan and appropriate National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) document. The overall development shall not exceed that capacity without further environmental analysis documentation through appropriate NEPA process. " Other provisions require protection of habitat for endangered and threatened species with protection being the responsibility of the permit holder (the city) as directed by the Regional Forester. (Paragraph IX.M) 3. Simultaneously with, or immediately after, the city acquired the assets and the use permit, the city leased the assets, use permit (with consent of the Forest Service) and ski area to Mt Ashland Association (MAA) which is an Oregon nonprofit corporation formed solely for the purpose of operating the ski area. During the campaign to raise funds to "save" Mt Ashland, there was much discussion on how the ski area should be operated and what the city's role should be, From my perspective and recollection, however, it was felt that the city did not want to be in the ski business. The city was quite willing, however, to be the vehicle that would drive and coordinate the purchase and ensure that the ski area would survive, After several tries at deciding what kind of "partnership" the city should enter into with the operator, a decision was made to use the relationship between Oregon Shakespeare Festival and the city as a model. This relationship is more or less a simple landlord-tenant relationship. The city owns many of the Shakespeare improvements and much of the property upon which the improvements are located, but has no say on the operation of OSF. 4, The MAA lease terms include: An expiration date at the same time the Forest Service use permit expires (year 2017 - unless extended), Assumption by MAA of all responsibility for the Forest Service use permit requirements. MAA is required to hold the city harmless from any liability for payment or performance under the permit MAA has the "sole and exclusive possession and use" of the ski area "for the purpose of constructing, improving, maintaining and operating year-round educational and/or recreational facilities for the benefit of the general public (including but not limited to a ski area r~' LEGAL DEPARTMENT Tel: (541) 488-5350 20 East Main Street Fax: (541) 488-5311 Ashland, OR 97520 TTY: 800.735.2900 www.ashland.or.usnoltep@ashland.or.usstephens@ashland.or.us -"'-_'h Barbara christensen - ski ash land memo 6-02.wpd and/or winter sports resort)," MAA has the right to make changes and improvements to the leased property without seeking consent of the city, MAA is required to operate the ski area, keep all the equipment and buildings repaired, maintained and insured and pay all utilities, taxes, etc, These provisions are common to "triple-net" leases and are as close as one can come to where the city incurs no costs, liabilities or responsibilities for the property. 5. There is one unique aspect to the MAA lease. An effort was made to determine what the city's ultimate liability and responsibility would be if MAA folded or otherwise defaulted on the lease. If the city chose at that time to discontinue the operation of the ski area, then, under the Forest Service permit, the city is required to remove the improvements and restore the property. The lease provides that a trust fund be established to ensure that a "minimum liquidation value" be maintained by MAA. This value is intended to be sufficient to make the city whole should the city incur costs to remove the improvements and restore the property. 6. The Forest Service required that the city obtain Forest Service approval before the city entered into the lease with MAA. The Forest Service gave such approval. As such, the Forest Service works directly with MAA in all aspects of the ski operation since MAA has all of the responsibility of the city under the permit. G:\legal\PAUL\Ski Ashland\ski ashland memo 6-02.wpd rA.' LEGAL DEPARTMENT Tel: 20 East Main Street Fax: (541) 488-5311 Ashland, OR 97520 TTY 800-735.2900 www.ashland.or.us noltepcmashland.or.u5 (541) 488.5350 stephens@ashland.or.us CITY OF ASHLAND Memo TO: COPIES: FROM: DATE: RE: Mayor and City Council Department Heads, Barbara c:Etensen, Linda Duffy, Jeff Hansen Greg Scoles, City Administrat June 10, 2002 Study Session - Mount Ashlan Ski Expansion Update As YOll may recall, a study session was scheduled for June 19th regarding an update on the Ski Ashland expansion. This date was not convenient for some of our council members, so we have arranged for the study session on Wednesday, July 1 ih at noon in council chambers. Both Ski Ashland and the Forest Service are available to make a presentation that date regarding the proposed expansion and the draft EIS, Please let me know if you have any questions concerning the study session on July 1 ih. 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Simultaneously with, or immediately after, the city acquired the assets and the use permit, the city leased the assets, use permit (with consent of the Forest Service) and ski area to Mt Ashland Association (MAA) which is an Oregon nonprofit corporation formed solely for the purpose of operating the ski area, During the campaign to raise funds to "save" Mt Ashland, there was much discussion on how the ski area should be operated and what the city's role should be. From my perspective and recollection, however, it was felt that the city did not want to be in the ski business. The city was quite willing, however, to be the vehicle that would drive and coordinate the purchase and ensure that the ski area would survive. After several tries at deciding what kind of "partnership" the city should enter into with the operator, a decision was made to use the relationship between Oregon Shakespeare Festival and the city as a model. This relationship is more or less a simple landlord-tenant relationship. The city owns many of the Shakespeare improvements and much of the property upon which the improvements are located, but has no say on the operation of OSF, 4. The MAA lease terms include: An expiration date at the same time the Forest Service use permit expires (year 2017 - unless extended), Assumption by MAA of all responsibility for the Forest Service use permit requirements. MAA is required to hold the city harmless from any liability for payment or performance under the permit MAA has the "sole and exclusive possession and use" of the ski area "for the purpose of constructing, improving, maintaining and operating year-round educational and/or recreational facilities for the benefit of the general public (including but not limited to a ski area and/or winter sports resort)." MAA has the right to make changes and improvements to the leased property without seeking consent of the city. 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CITY OF ASHLAND Memo TO: FROM: DATE: RE: Mayor and City Council ~ Greg Scoles, City Administrat March 29, 2002 Mt. Ashland Ski Area Proposal arch 2002) Attached is a copy of the revised proposal of the Mt. Ashland Association for expansion of the Mt. Ashland Ski Area, The proposal has been submitted to the Forest Service and has been developed to respond to the 1991 Mt. Ashland Ski Area Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS), and the February 2000 Mt. Ashland Ski Area Expansion Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), The revised plan will be used as one of the alternatives included in a new DEIS by the Forest Service, At this point my understanding is the DEIS will be completed sometime this summer and a decision on the application to expand the ski area to follow shortly thereafter. 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Ashland Association: At a Glance Organization The Mt Ashland Association (dba Ski Ashland) is a non-profit, 501(c) 3 charitable organization organized under the laws of the State of Oregon exclusively to provide educational and recreation opportunities to the members of the general public. The Association is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors composed of 11 individuals from all walks oflife who live, work and raise families in the Rogue Valley, The Board oversees an equally diverse staff team which brings years of professional ski area management, outdoor-environmental education and has earned a living working in the outdoors. Most ski or snowboard. All are dedicated to be model stewards of the Mt Ashland Ski Area. History Local skiing enthusiasts built the Lodge, Ariel chair, Big T and Little T -bar and rope tow in 1963 through a grassroots effort. The Southern Oregon State College Foundation managed the ski area in the mid '70s. Local businessman Dick Hicks purchased the ski area in 1977 and raised funds to build the Windsor chair lift in 1978 which replaced the Big T bar, The ski area was sold to Harbor Properties of Seattle in 1983 and night lighting, vehicle shop and Sonnet and Comer chair lifts were installed. In 1992 the ski area came under community ownership made possible ~ donor-restricted contributions and a grant from the Oregon Economic Development funds, Facility Mt. Ashland's summit elevation of7,533 feet gives the ski area a vertical drop of 1,150 vertical feet with 200 acres ofvaried skiing and riding terrain. Four chair lifts provide access to 23 ski trails plus open bowl skiing. Forty acres of trails are lighted for night skiing, A Tudor-style mountain lodge provides food service, barllounge, ski school, retail and ticket sales, Ski and Snowboard rental available. Community Ownership A unique partnership exists between four entities to give Mt Ashland its title of one of the nation's few "community-owned" ski areas, The Mt Ashland Association operates and manages the ski area through a $l/year lease from the City of Ashland, owner of the fixed assets of the ski area and holder of the special-use pennit from the Rogue River National Forest. The City ownership of the assets on the mountain was made possible through private donations from the general public raised during the community campaign in 1992. No public tax dollars were used to purchase the mountain nor have any been used to operate and manage the resort. Services and Programs Mt, Ashland offers comprehensive winter recreation services and programs to residents of southern Oregon and northern Califomia. With an average of over 85,000 skier visits per season, the mountain prides itself on being affordable to families and youth, offering some of the lowest ticket and program fees in the business, Over 2500 youth each season participate in after-school programs. Thousands of community partners utilize the ski area and/or actively participate in a wide range of instructional and educational programs offered to local schools, colleges, youth and church organizations. Numerous special events and workshops are held throughout the season. This season again, free beginner-level skiing will be offered daily on the Sonnet Chairlift. Economic Impact Mt Ashland employs 200 full and part-time employees over the course of the year with a total payroll of $982,000. Total direct impact of Mt Ashland Ski Area operations is an approximate $4,000,000 annual infusion into the local economy. -...,..."....,.._~- (;00(;'0(; 40J81N uo6aJO 'PU814SV U0!18!OOSSV PU814SV 11N BaJV !)lS pUBI4SV elW a41Jo:l SlUaWa^oJdwl Sa!l!l!OB:I U!BlunolN A~VINWnS lVSOdO~d Mt Ashland Ski Area Page 1 INTRODUCTION This proposal is based on the 1991 Mt, Ashland S lei Area Final Environmentallmpact Statement (FEIS), and related Record'OfDecision, July. 3,1991 and the February 2000 Mt, Ashland Ski Area Expansion Drtift Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), The proposed upgrades represent the logical progression of development at MASA and are specifically designed to complement and enhance the current skiing facilities allowing the MASA to better accommodate large numbers of skiers on peak days and to serve a wider variety of skiers, while protecting the environmental qualities and recreational attributes that make Mt Ashland a unique, noteworthy place. The projects will provide gready needed beginner through intermediate skill level skiing terrain and considerably enhance skier service facilities at MASA. The proposed upgrades will allow MASA to effectively accommodate the growing public demand currendy being experienced at MASA and provide a recreational environment suitable for a more diverse group of regional enthusiasts: Specifically, the projects will provide improved terrain balance and diversity, improved guest access and circulation, updated and balanced guest services and facilities, provide for economic viability and longevity for MASA, and maintain Of improve watershed conditions in the vicinity of the MASA SUP area, Implementation of these projects will be dependent upon the time required to conduct the site- specific environmental analysis, an ongoing analysis of the priority for each authorized project or group of associated projects, and the availability of construction capital. GOALSAND OBJECTIVES The MAA proposal addresses numerous deficiencies in the current facilities, Specifically, implementation of the current MAA proposal will meet the following goals and objectives: Terrain Balance and Diversity · Balance of Terrain by Abilit;y Level- MASA lacks beginner, novice and intermediate level terrain and has a surplus of advanced-intermediate to expert terrain, MAA's goal is to develop additional easier skiing and snowboarding terrain in order to address the current deficit. · Terrain for Special Programs/Competitions - MASA's ability to host special programs and competitions is limited by the acreage of terrain on the mountain. An example is MASA's inability to accommodate all students interested in the After School Youth Program (ASYF), MAA's proposal will improve the capacity of the existing terrain and provide additional terrain to allow additional space for special programs. · Diversit;y of Terrain - MASA does not provide a diven;e terrain offering at a time when the public demand is growing more and more diverse, including advances in shaped skis, twin~.tip skis, terrain parks, half pipes, rails, etc. MAA's goal is to increase the total acreage of available terrain, thereby allowing MASA to comfortably provide additional attractions such as terrain features and half pipes, 'SQJOIl UI p9SSaldx9 'BalB .J8nlOll. JO eoejJns p91BWIJS3 I .Sf!"El;lP ;lJOW JOJ ;lmqOOJg ,,;lJtlltIJ ;lq:l JOr' , 'PUE{qSY .lW poddns" pUE dEW ;l;lS .n;l& S1l p;ll=W;l[dlll! ;lq PfllO& sP;l!oJd OO~lOOlS;lJ p;lq8.1;lle& flloo~PPV 's;loeds OZZAq Stf!JI.Ted lJ! ;lS1l;lJOlJ! 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Skiway-Access Surface Lift This short tow type lift would provide access for novices from the base of Windsor area to the Skiway, which provides access to the Chair 6 runs. Snow Tubing Lift The Snow Tubing Lift is part of the proposed snow tubing facility. "Poma" Area Lift The "Poma" Area Lift, would be installed near the Lodge, to take advantage of existing and new terrain for race training and novice skiing and snowboarding. Ski Runs New Terrain The layout of the C6 area would include ski runs leading from the top terminal of C6, down along ridges to the east and west of the Middle Fork of the East Fork of AsWand Creek. The design of the proposed ski runs has incorporated natural openings and dry ridges well away from riparian areas wherever possible. The runs would be created with feathered edges and tree islands to blend well with the natural openings. The MAA proposal would result in the addition of approximately 73 acres of new beginner to expert skill level skiing terrain. Constituting an approximately 59 percent increase, the proposed terrain enlargement would combine with 123 acres of existing ski runs to provide approximately 204 acres of total terrain at MASA, In total, ski run development would require approximately 77 acres of tree removal. Construction of the proposed ski runs would result in a revised terrain distribution, as shown in Tables 1 and 2. Table 1 E' . dP dM Ashl d T D' 'b . B Skill Le I X1stmg an ropose ount an erram lstn ut10n jy: ve Skill Level Existing Proposed Change (surface area acres) (surface area acres) (surface area acres) Beginner 3.1 5.0 +1.9 Novice 10.9 47.8 +36.9 Low Intermediate 0 7,9 +7,9 Intermediate 15.7 32.7 +16.9 Advanced Intermediate 48.8 46,7 -2.1 Expert 44,3 56.1 +11.8 Total 122.8 196.2 'SUO'9I::>O{ 1~ ~ 1noql: ;)~b;>J pynO&twv'i1t.1If"~ dtOUS ;)tpJO ~tJ'9~ ;)A'9:>;)JJ3 'smoq ~~~A;) A{J1l;);)ql ~UFJl1P 1l;),J1l S!t{l JO ;)sn JOJ &O{{ll Ol 'YP& s-e ~tJ'9~ 1~ ;)pnp~ pynO& Al!p':>I:J ~~qTQ p;)sodOJd ;)'CfJ. 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The present driveway area would be paved and/or tiled and maintained in a plowed condition for the winter season. This may require a heating system below the paved/tiled surface, This will allow for better guest service and for deliveries to the Lodge, Arrival Service Building The Arrival Services Building would be constructed near the north edge of the parking lot, immediately east of 'the existing rental shop. Its primary purpose would be to house a Rental Shop, though ticket sales and rest rooms may be included. . . Main Uidge Remodeling The present Main Lodge would undergo some interior remodeling to provide more usable floor space and more efficient guest service spaces. Detailed architectural planning will be completed, and final plans are dependent on project phasing and providing appropriate spaces in concert with other base area improvements, Moraine Lodge The proposed Moraine Lodge would be constructed near the top of C6 on the moraine near the base of The BowL The lodge would be located to allow skier access from C-6, the Upper Dream ski run, and from The BowL Development of the Moraine Lodge would be phased, and the initial development would likely be smaller, most likely a yurt or similar building providing only a warming area and toilet facilities. The ultimate facility is froposed to be developed to the size proposed above to provide skier warming and offer fullrestrooms, simple food and beverage services, ski patro~ and storage facilities, ' Tubing Facility Yurt In conjunction with the development of the tubing facility, MAA proposes the installation of a yurt near the top of the tubing lanes. 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Ashland Ski Area Page 7 will be left (minimizing the cut), with drainage patterns designed and rocks carefully embedded on the downhill side of the run and the cut areas revegetated to minimize runoff erosion. In addition, the 5 kiwqy has been designed to avoid many of the larger trees and groves along its route by varying its pitch and width, as required to meet this objective. Middle Fork of the East Fork AsWand Creek Crossing Design Ski runs were also designed to avoid wet areas, reducing potential effects during construction, The crossings of the creeks near the base of Run 12 are located in an area where there is less surface water as compared with locations upstream. Extensive evaluation by a team of hydrologists, engineering geologists, botanists, soil scientists, and ski run planners has resulted in a run design that minimizes wedand impacts, and requires a single bridge across the middle fork of the east fork of Ashland Creek approximately 300 feet west of the C6 base terminal site. The bridge is proposed to be the width of the ski run (50 feet) by 60 feet constructed with a wooden deck, a steel frame, and concrete supports. As designed, there would be no part of the structure contacting any jurisdictional stream or wedand. The bridge supports would be located in upland areas adjacent to the jurisdictional areas, and the decking would be spaced to allow sunlight to penetrate for vegetation underneath the structure, The bridge would meet capacity requirements for skiers, snow grooming equipment and anticipated snow loads, and the opening (area underneath) would be suitably sized to carry any anticipated creek and/or debris flow without obstruction. Bridge materials would be generally inert (such as cedar decking). The smaller creek approximately 75 feet to the east of the bridge site would not require a bridge. The compaction of the snow surface by skiers and snow grooming equipment should provide adequate protection of this small channel. There would be no grading in wedand areas. Tree removal would be accomplished via helicopter, Ski Run Construction The first and foremost use of the felled material from the ski run areas would be utilization for erosion control, watershed restoration projects, and as a long term source of organic materials for soils production. ' Commercial grade timber above and beyond these needs would be removed and sold under the direction of the Forest Service, Due to steep slopes, sensitive soils, and lack of adequate haul ro~ds in the area, helicopter yarding would be utilized for the majority of the timber removal. Minimtim soil disturbance would be of utmost consideration. The net result of this type of run preparation is maintenance of all existing ground vegetation, addition of placed organic materials for erosion control, and the addition of organic materials for soil building. Chair and Surface Lift Construction The excavations required for the top and bottom lift terminals and lift towers would typically be completed by excavator in areas where equipment access is possible. A special ultra-Iow-impact excavator, which "walks" on the slope, would be used to access and excavate the middle tower locations on the C6 lift, Most of the lift components and concrete for foundations for the terminals and towers would be flown in by helicopter. Some small components for the top terminal and upper lift towers would be transportable on the work road. 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'\,.- . ~I~~ g (<~. .If....~ g ~O" ~c:1~~f~I~~g> N I~ tldt B.-q ;:,1 3'{'3;1: I[ 8 ~ it. , .' it i oii~ , ~ r~:z: 1 ~ ~ ... ;; " '" '" ",lS: d ~ 'gll !..~ ~" .. ;; "'If .[ Cl .. I May 3, 2000 Linda Duffy, District Ranger Ashland Ranger District 645 Washington Street Ashland, OR 97520 Subj: COMMENTS ON THE DRAFf ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT MT. ASHLAND SKI AREA EXPANSION Dear Linda, I appreciate the opportunity to comment on your thorough documentation for the Draft Environmental Impact Statement for the Mt. Ashland Ski Area Expansion. My comments were shared with the Ashland City Council during their May 2, 2000 meeting. The Mount Ashland Ski Area is an existing winter sports recreation area located within the Siskiyou Mountains on National Forest Service Lands. The City of Ashland with significant community support, bought the ski area in 1992 and holds a special use permit for the Mt. Ashland Ski Area which is managed by the Rogue River National Forest, Ashland Ranger District. The City leases the Mt Ashland Ski Area to the Mount Ashland Association as a publicly-owned nonprofit corporation. The ski area is 7 miles from the City of Ashland and is located primarily within the Ashland Watershed. The Ashland Watershed drains to Ashland Creek and into Reeder Reservoir, which serves as the primary drinking water source for the City. Skiing has been a winter recreation sport on Mount Ashland since the 1960s. Skiing and other winter sports have grown in popularity on the Mountain over the years, The 1991 decision to allow expansion and the recent request to implement the expansion project required an environmental impact statement. The draft EIS is open to public comment prior to the Forest Service decision to allow the expansion to move forward. There were severat alternatives evaluated, and several criteria evaluated for each of the alternatives. 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With these naturally erosive soils, any construction activities will have an impact. I concur that disturbed soils that are stabilized, naturally or through managed erosion control measures are less likely to impact water quality. It is imperative in my estimation, that throughout the construction period and at least the first 5 years following construction, there must be very active erosion control, mitigation, management and revegetation efforts. Relying on past observations is not enough. Construction efforts can be managed correctly and significantly reduce erosion potential, even for short-term effects. It is noted that the short-term effects of erosion are high (page IV - 18). It is further noted (page IV - 19) that "by utilizing the appropriate construction methods and mitigation measures to minimize disturbance, the potential for sediment delivery would be reduced to moderate, and water quality would be maintained over the long term." I fully agree, but a strong active program must be developed. If these impacts are not addressed on site and further, if they are not monitored below the ski area (and expansion site) then there is a potential of missing the compounded impacts of this highly erosive soil and sediment transport capability. Again - it is a very active monitoring program, not passive observation and merely "adequate" techniques. Overall, I maintain my original statement regarding expansion of the ski area, If done correctly, the long term impacts will be negligible. However, to correctly implement the total project, it is important to fully establish an ongoing observation, monitoring, and means of corrective action. This means resources (dollars and technical people) must be dedicated to the project and to making corrections to the watershed. This means that there must be a fully developed plan before construction begins, This also means that we should be collecting background data now on stream (even the seasonal water flows) impacts, sediment loading, runoff, and seasonal variability. Thank you again for the opportunity to provide comments, If you need further clarification, please contact me at (541) 552-2411 or via email at paula(W,ashland,oLus. Sincerely, Paula C. Brown, PE Public Works Director Copy: Mayor and City Council Mike Freeman, City Administrator ~_~'__ __'''.m___'_____._ -~---t-". ..~_,.,.,~ /' ("rpy-nw\\jftpttl~r-P:d) 3SV31 V3~V I>lS ON'VlHSV '.U"'-~ 39Vd 'papU8we os se .8.lIql4X3 uo P8lS!I pue NO~U8^U! 180!S^4d a41 ^q pa!lP8^ .-\1JadOJd leUOSJad 10 swall aso41 01 ^,UO ^Idde IUaWaaJ6v S!4~ ~e41 s9!lJed a41 10 UO!IUa~U! 841 f5ulaq l! I NO~U8^U! 180!S^4d le1ll41!M WJOIUOO 01 .8. 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"Index" shall refer to the following Index published by the Bureau of Labor Statistics of the United States Department of Labor: Consumer Price Index, All Urban Consumers (CPI-U), U.S. City Average, CPI--Allltems ("standard reference base period" 1982-84 = 100). "Base CPllndex FIgure" shall refer to the Index number indicated for the month of January, 1992, and the "CPllndex figure" for any other month shall refer to the Index number for that month. If the "Index" is no longer being published as of a particular date, then the "CPI Index Figure" for that date shall be the figure reported in the U.S. Department of labor's most recent comprehensive official index then in use and most nearly answering the description of the Index (or, if the U.S. Department of labor is not then publishing any such similar Index, shall be determined under another comparable, authoritative, generally recognized Index to be selected by mutual agreement of Lessor and Lessee), If the Index is calculplesl from a base different from the base 1982-84 = 100, then the figures to be used in calbulating any adjustment mandated under this Agreement first shall be converted (If possible, under a formula supplied by the Bureau of labor Statistics of the U.S. Department of Labor) to account for that difference. 2. 1.6. For purposes of this Agreement, the "Minimum Uquldatlon Value" tor the Leased Property with respect to any particular calendar year shall be determined as follows: 2.1.6,1, With respect to the 1992 calendar year, the "Minimum Uquidation Value" shall be $200,000.00. 2,1.6.2. With respect to the 1993 calendar year and each subsequent calendar year throughout the Lease term, the "Minimum Uquidatlon Value" tor a particular calendar year shall be determined by multiplying $200,000.00 by a fraction, the numerator of which Is the CPllndex Figure for the month of January of that subject calendar year, and the denominator of which Is the Base CPI Index Figure. To Illustrate the preceding sentence, the "Minimum Uquidation Value" for the 1998 calendar year will be equal to the product determined by multiplying $200,000.00 by a fraction, the numerator of which is the CPllndex Figure for the month of January, 1998, and the denominator of which is the Base CPllndex Figure. 2.1.6.3. Notwithstanding the provisions of Paragraph 2.1.6.2, the Minimum Uquldation Value of the Leased Property shall never decrease, regardless of any decline In the Index. 2,1,7. "Ski Area Trust Fund" shall mean and refer to a segregated trust fund which shall be held, invested and maintained by the City of Ashland, as trustee, and shall be administered and distributed for the benefit of the Lessee and the Lessor in accordance with the provisions of this Agreement The Initial principal of the Ski Area Trust Fund shall be contributed to the Fund by the City of Ashland on the PAGE 2-MT. 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P9lBJodJooU! 9J9 l!WJ9d eLlllO SUO!l!PUOO pUB SUO!S!^OJd 'SlUBU9^OO 'SWJel 94.1 'lIWJ9d 'Z'~ 'luaW99J6v 8141 01 P940BllB ..0. :ijq14x3 UO peYlluepl em ltOl4M Sl9SS9 9S04110 IS!SUOO 11948 pua 'luewgeJBv SI41 JO 9lep 9^!109D9 .. " - -.. -. -- - <. , 5.2 lessor shall not acquire any ownership, title or interest in any machinery, equipment, appurtenance or fixture hereinafter placed by lessee in or upon the Permit Property which Is not so affixed as to become an integral part of the buildings structures, facilities or improvements located on the Permit Property; provided, however, that if any machinery, equipment, appurtenance or fixture replaces a portion of the Permit Property or the Equipment or serves a similar function to the Permit Property or the Equipment, or is necessary to preserve the value specified in . Paragraph 7.1, then such machinery, equipment, appurtenance or fixture shall become and remain the property of the Lessor. 6, Alterations. Lessee shall have the right to make changes to and alterations of the Leased Property, subject to the following conditions: 6,1. Except as herein provided, Lessee may at Lessee's expense make such alterations, Improvements. additions and changes to the Leased Property as it may deem necessary or expedient in the operation of the Leased Property. provldea that Lessee, without the written consent of Lessor (which consent shall not be unreasonably withheld) shall not tear down or materially demolish any of the improvements upon the Permit Property or make any material change or alteration in such Improvements, which, when completed, would substantially diminish the value or substantially alter the use of the leased Property. 6.2. At all times when any change or alteration is In progress, there shall be maintained, at Lessee's expense, workers' compensation Insurance in accordance with laws covering all persons employed in connection with the change or alteration, and general liability insurance In accordance with laws covering all persons employed in connection with the change or alteration, and general liability insurance for the mutual benefit of Lessee and lessor expressly covering the additional hazards due to the change or alteration. 7. Repair and Maintenance. Lessee shall not cause or permit any waste, damage or injury to the Leased Property. lessee, at its sole expense shall keep the leased Property as now or hereafter constituted (with all Improvements made thereto) clean and in good condition (reasonable wear and tear excepted) and shall make all repairs, including all structural repairs, necessary to maintain the Leased Property. All repairs, replacements, and renewals shall be at least equal in quality of materials and workmanship to that originally existing in the Leased Property. lessor shall in no event be required to make any repair, alteration, or improvement to the Leased Property. Any fixture, equipment or materials replaced by lessee shall belong to Lessor, and all proceeds from the disposition thereof shall belong to Lessor. Lessee shall indemnify Lessor against all costs, expenses, liabilities. losses, damages, suits, claims and demands because of Lessee's failure to comply with the requirements of this Paragraph 7, and Lessee shall not call upon Lessor for any disbursement or outlay whatsoever in connection therewith, and hereby expressly releases and discharges Lessor of and from all liability therefor, PAGE 4-MT. 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Whenever Lessor reasonably determines that the sum of title actual liquidation value of the Leased Property plus the amounts then heJd by the City of Ashland in the Ski Area Trust Fund is less than the Minimum Uquidation Value of the Leased Property, Lessor may request an appraisal of the Leased Property by an independent qualified appraiser chosen by Lessee from a list of not fewer than three submitted by Lessor in conjunction with the request. If Lessee does not make the choice within five days, Lessor may do so. The appraiser shall have access to all of Lessee's records as neCessary for the appraisal and shall take such steps as the appraiser deems necessary to make a competent appraisal. The appraiser shall report to the parties within 30 days after being chosen. The report shall be final and binding upon both parties. The cost of the appraisal shall be borne by the Lessee if the sum of the actual liquidation value of the Leased Property plus the amounts then held by the City of Ashland in the Ski Area Trust Fund is less than 110% of the Minimum Uquidatlon Value of the Leased Property. Otherwise the cost of the . . . appraisal shall be borne by the Lessor.' . 7.2. Lessee shall be solely responsible for any improvements, alterations or repairs to the Leased Property required pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act. 8. UtIlities. Lessee shall be responsible for, and shall pay all charges for janitorial services, garbage removal, gas, electricity, fight, heat, power, telephone, sewage disposal and domestic water used, rendered or supplied upon or In connection with the Leased Property. 9. Fire and casualty insurance. Lessee covenants and agrees to keep the Leased Property Insured against loss by fire with extended coverage endorsement, including risk of loss resulting from collapse of the structures, Hghtning, vandalism and maliclous mischief. Suc/:llnsurance policies shall at aU times be maintained in force In an amount equal to the fulllnsurable replacement value of the premises and properties Insured. It Is a condition Of payment of such insurance premiums by Lessee that the proceeds of any such insurance shall be applied to the repairing or restoration of the property damaged whether the loss is partial or total. The City of Ashland shall be named as an additional Insured on such policies. 10. Uability insurance. Lessee shall procure, and during the term of this Lease shall continue in force, at Lessee's cost, public liability and property damage insurance, including ski operators liability coverage, issued by a responsible company with limits of not less than $500,000 per occurrence (combined single limit for bodily Injury and property damage claims) or $500,000 per occurrence for bodily Injury and $100,000 per occurre,nce for property damage. Such insurance shan cover all risks Brising directly or indirectly out of Lessee's activities on, or as a result of the condition of, the Leased Property and shall protect Lessor and Lessee against all claims of third persons. Certificates evidencing such insurance and bearing endorsements requiring 30 days written notice to Lessor prior to any change or cancellation shall be furnished to Lessor. It is agreed that the Lessor shall not be liable to any third persons as a result of the use of the Leased Property by the Lessee, its employees or agents, and PAGE 6-MT. ASHLAND SKI AREA LEASE (p:daRY\8kIuh\m..-IIcl....) 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Indemnification. Lessee agrees to defend (with counsel approved by Lessor), fully indemnify, and hold entirely free and harmless Lessor from and against all claims, judgments, damages, penalties, fines, costs, liabilities, or losses Onoluding, without limitation, diminution in value of the Leased Property, damages for the loss or restriction on the use of rentable or usable space or of any amenity of the Leased Property, damages arising from any adverse impact on marketing of space, sums paid in settlement of claims, attorney fees, consultant fees, and expert fees) which ~e during or after the lease term and which are imposed on, or paid by or asserted against Lessor by reason or on account of, or in connection with, or arising out of Lessee's generation, manufacture. use. transportation, refinement, treatment, storage, or disposal of hazardous materials, or any release of hazardous materials as a result of Lessee's use or activities. or of Lessee's agents, contractors, or subtenants. 14. Umitation On Asslanment Or Sublease By Lessee. Lessee shall not assign this Lease or sublease any portion of the Leased Property without obtaining in each instance the written consent in advance of Lessor, which consent shall not be WIthheld unreasonably, and which consent shall be deemed for all purposes to have been given by Lessor if not expressly given or withheld within thirty (30) days after receipt by Lessor of Lessee's written request for that consent. In determining whether consent is reasonable, Lessor may consider any and all relevant factors, induding, but not limited to, the financial stability of the proposed sublessee or assignee and the extent to which the public Interest is affected by the sublease or the assignment. Consent by Lessor in any one Instance shall not constitute a waiver or consent to any subsequent instance. 15. Miscellaneous. Nothing contained in this Agreement shall create between the parties hereto, or shall be relied upon by any other person as creating, any relationship of partnership, association, joint venture, principal and agent, or otherwise. The sole relationship of the parties hereto shail be that of landlord and tenant. There are no oral agreements or representations between the parties hereto which affect this Agreement, and this Agreement supersedes and cancels any and all previous negotiations, arrangements, agreements, warranties, representations and understandings, if any, between the parties. The paragraph headings set forth in this Agreement are set forth for convenience purposes only, and do not in any waJIj define, limit or construe the contents of this Agreement. If any provision of this Agreement shall be determined to be void by any court of competent jurisdiction, then that determination shall not affect any other provisions of this Agreement, and all such other provisions shall remain in full force and effect. It is the intention of the parties that if any provision of this Agreement is capable of two constructions, only one of which would render the provision valid. then the provision shall have the meaning which renders it valid. If suit or action is instituted in connection with any controversy arising out of this Agreement, the prevailing party in that suit or action or any appeal therefrom shall be entitled to recover, in addition to any other relief, the sum which the court may judge to be reasonable attorney fees. 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The ski area was founded through a grass roots effort in 1963, and through the "Save" Mt. Ashland campaign to raise funds, the City became a more involved partner. In July 1992, the City obtainea a Forest Service Use Permit to operate the ski area until July 4,2017. Prior to this time the ski area was operated by Ski Ashland, Inc., which first obtained its permit in 1986. The City paid Ski Ashland, Inc. $1.3 million for the ski lodge, lifts, equipment, etc., $500,000 of which was from a OEDD Regional Strategies Fund grant and a Strategic Reserve Fund grant. The rest of the funds were from community donations. The City then leased the assets, use permit and ski area to Mt. Ashland Association (MAA), an Oregon nonprofit corporation formed solely for the purpose of operating the ski area. The City's permit from the Forest Service contains a multitude of provisions comprehensively addressing access, improvements, conditions of operation and maintenance, insurance, fees, payments, liability, etc. Among other things, included in the permit are the requirements for compliance with the Master Development Plan and protection of habitat for endangered and threatened species with protection being the responsibility of the permit holder (the city) as directed by the Regional Forester. The Forest Service required that the City obtain Forest Service approval before the City entered into the lease with MAA, and the Forest Service gave such approval. ;\s such, the Forest Service works directly with MAA in all aspects of the ski operation since MAA has all of the responsibility of the City under the permit. MAA has the "sole and exclusive possession and use" of the ski area "for the purpose of constructing, improving, maintaining and operating year-round educational and/or recreational facilities for the benefit of the general public (including but not limited to a ski area and/or winter sports resort)." CITY OF ASHLAND' OFFICE OF THE MAYOR' 20 EAST MAIN' ASHLAND, OR 97520 Tel. 541.488.6002' Fax 541.488.5311. Email: mayor@ashland.or.us !fI1 , 10AllW h\llqS 'w :mpaqlll:) ~rry~ 'SlOAllapua panU!lUO:J mOA U! ){:Jnl pooD 'llllOl U! ^l1unwwo:J mo 10J u09nlos lsaq aql '3U!q:JBal pUB 'swa:Juo:J PUllllOddns S,Al!UnWWO:J lnO JO '3U1pulllslapUn lanaq II '3U!U!ll'3 'dOpAap ssa:Jold S!ql '3U!q:JlllM. amsllald B uaaq Sllq n 'a:J!Alas lSalOtI aql Aq palapUal UO!S!:Jap aqllloddns Ol SPUalU! pUll 'A.reSSa:Jau SlllUaWWo:J 'SlUaWn:JOp IllUY aql]o liB M.a!Aal 1EM. pUB lla.IV !){S pUlllqSY 'lW aql pUll a:J!Alas lsalOtl aql ql!M. d!qslaUI.red Sl! anu9uo:J 1EM. 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MEDFORD, OREGON 97501 March 23, 1998 JIM GLADEN ROGUE RIVER NATIONAL FOREST 333 E. 8TH MEDFORD, OR 97501 Dear Mr. Gladen: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Ric Holt (541) 776-7234 Jack Walker (541 )776-7235 Sue Kupillas (541) 776-7236 FAX # (541) 776-7565 ~ This letter is written in support of the MASA improvement plans at its facility in the ogue River National Forest, AsWand, watershed. We believe that the NEP A requirement are being met and the proposal does not have negative environmental impacts that cannot mitigated. Mt. AsWand contributes significantly to the economy of Jackson County. The liars spent at this facility are reinvested right here at the facility. The equipment families e here is usually purchased locally so all the money stays in the valley. Further, we believe that the facility provides much needed winter outd or recreation opportunities. The expansion would increase usage, in that the new s would appeal to a wider range of skiers. The new kinder and gentler slopes are needed. For these reasons we support the expansion ~ Ashland Ski ~ Sincerely, Jackson County Board of Commissioners ~ . - <' .c-- c ~yor Cathy Shaw, City of Ashland Glenn Menzie, General Manager, Mt. Ashland JoiieV'-l OU!P\f un>!O\f epp}ed '/rl/ T"';ft- '06 ~ ";>7 /' Her> 7 :;,( (' .. " !O Asp yj?r S!Ljl 03^08dd\f pue 03N81S J8pJ0088 AlO u!I~ueJ.:! 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B8JB !>is PUBI4S\f 'lV'-l 84l 'S\1'383HM '\1'3t1\f I>lS ONVlHS\f o.1V'-I 3H.L .::10 NOISN\fdX3 3H.1 ~NI.1tlOddnS ONVlHS\f .::10 A.1K) 3H.L .::10 11:::>NnO:::> A..U:::> 3H.1 .::10 NOI.1nlOS3t1 \f 'e~'-06 'ON NOI.1nlOS3t1 590 Glenview Drive Ashland, Oregon 97520 July 28, 2002 "Commentary" Ashland Daily Tidings Ashland, Oregon 97520 I agree with a coalition of several environmental groups who, opposed to the Mt. Ashland expansion proposal, have offered alternate proposals "within the existing area". (Daily Tidings, July 19, 2002). Mt. Ashland management has stubbornly backed the "C-6" ski run proposal which would, with ancillary access of an out-moded rope tow, remove 77 acres of forest, most located at the head of our City's water supply. Their premise for the expansion is without merit---that our ski area needs "Io(lg, easy runs" in order to compete with the Mt. Bachelor and Mt. Shasta ski areas. EASY is an unworthy negative goal, and FORCING EASY on our little mountain, which happily is what it is, would cause ultimate destruction. Note: 1. When I was a Mt. Ashland ski instructor, before the days of regularly groomed slopes and short, shaped skis, which increased skiing ease and safety many times over, we had the proud mantra, "If you can ski Mt. Ashland, you can ski anywhere"? Good grief, don't apologize for not being "easy"! Rather, encourage and instruct people to accept and enjoy terrain challenges. Some people may choose colleges because they are "easy", but how much self-esteem or employment opportunities come with that degree? And some people may choose "easy" fast food, but how delicious or healthy is that in the long run? Focusing on "easy" diminishes progressive challenge; it has multiple hidden drawbacks! Our ski area management, many of whom I skied with over the years, should not emphasize such an unworthy goal at such a mammoth cost to the environment. Simple terrain improvement options exist, such as more grooming which can turn an intermediate "blue" signed run into a beginner "green" signed run. 2. FORCING a "fix" reminds me of a Nathaniel Hawthorn's short story called "The Birthmark". The story describes a man who is deeply in love with his wife, whom he considers beautiful and perfect in all ways except for a birthmark upon her cheek. He concocts a potion which she drinks. The birthmark begins to fade, and at last when it disappears altogether, his beloved wife dies! That poor misguided man became obsessed with a ridiculous goal, and so has the Mt. Ashland management. The potion to construct "long, easy runs" involves destroying natural resources which are in truth, necessary to the health of the entire area! Fiction aside, management's assurances of safe environmental controls also reminds me of the current news regarding doctors' assurances of hormone replacement for menopausal women as scientifically beneficial---now they have discovered the opposite is actually true! It distresses me that the Mt. Ashland Association has spent so many thousands of dollars in the promotion of the "C-6" expansion proposal. That money could have been better spent for viable on-site improvements such as adding onto the Lodge or restoring a lift on the old "Poma" run. If only the management could give up their "C-6" proposal, we could finally get consensus on several other comparatively simple and environmentally non-evasive improvements. In response to the Ski Ashland Expansion Revision Proposal dated March 28, 2002, I wrote to Linda Duffy, (Ashland Ranger District), urging her to recommend an option that selects only some of the proposals. Likewise, I suggest picking and choosing among these new recommendations from the environmental coalition. More than two years ago, on April 25, 2000, the "Daily Tidings" ran a commentary of mine requesting a public "charette", an inclusive design approach. Before more time and resources are wasted, I beg Jeff Hanson, (Mountain Management), and Linda Duffy, to PLEASE ORGANIZE A PUBLIC CHARETTE with a professional mediator. Hopefully, priorities will be responsibly adjusted. Afa:;g~ lJM/fO 590 Glenview Drive Ashland, Oregon 97520 July 28, 2002 "Commentary" Ashland Daily Tidings Ashland, Oregon 97520 I agree with a coalition of several environmental groups who, opposed to the Mt. Ashland expansion proposal, have offered alternate proposals "within the existing area". (Daily Tidings, July 19, 2002). Mt. Ashland management has stubbornly backed the "C-6" ski run proposal which would, with ancillary access of an out-moded rope tow, remove 77 acres of forest, most located at the head of our City's water supply. Their premise for the expansion is without merit---that our ski area needs "long, easy runs" in order to compete with the Mt. Bachelor and Mt. Shasta ski areas. EASY is an unworthy negative goal, and FORCING EASY on our little mountain, which happily is what it is, would cause ultimate destruction. Note: 1. When I was a Mt. Ashland ski instructor, before the days of regularly groomed slopes and short, shaped skis, which increased skiing ease and safety many times over, we had the proud mantra, "If you can ski Mt. Ashland, you can ski anywhere"? Good grief, don't apologize for not being "easy"! Rather, encourage and instruct people to accept and enjoy terrain challenges. Some people may choose colleges because they are "easy", but how much self-esteem or employment opportunities come with that degree? And some people may choose "easy" fast food, but how delicious or healthy is that in the long run? Focusing on "easy" diminishes progressive challenge; it has multiple hidden drawbacks! Our ski area management, many of whom I skied with over the years, should not emphasize such an unworthy goal at such a mammoth cost to the environment. Simple terrain improvement options exist, such as more grooming which can turn an intermediate "blue" signed run into a beginner "green" signed run. 2. FORCING a "fix" reminds me of a Nathaniel Hawthorn's short story called "The Birthmark". The story describes a man who is deeply in love with his wife, whom he considers beautiful and perfect in all ways except for a birthmark upon her cheek. He concocts a potion which she drinks. The birthmark begins to fade, and at last when it disappears altogether, his beloved wife dies! That poor misguided man became obsessed with a ridiculous goal, and so has the Mt. Ashland management. The potion to construct "long, easy runs" involves destroying natural resources which are in truth, necessary to the health of the entire area! Fiction aside, management's assurances of safe environmental controls also reminds me of the current news regarding doctors' assurances of hormone replacement for menopausal women as scientifically beneficial---now they have discovered the opposite is actually true! It distresses me that the Mt. Ashland Association has spent so many thousands of dollars in the promotion of the "C-6" expansion proposal. That money could have been better spent for viable on-site improvements such as adding onto the Lodge or restoring a lift on the old "Poma" run. If only the management could give up their "C-6" proposal, we could finally get consensus on several other comparatively simple and environmentally non-evasive improvements. In response to the Ski Ashland Expansion Revision Proposal dated March 28, 2002, I wrote to Linda Duffy, (Ashland Ranger District), urging her to recommend an option that selects only some of the proposals. Likewise, I suggest picking and choosing among these new recommendations from the environmental coalition. More than two years ago, on April 25, 2000, the "Daily Tidings" ran a commentary of mine requesting a public "charette", an inclusive design approach. Before more time and resources are wasted, I beg Jeff Hanson, (Mountain Management), and Linda Duffy, to PLEASE ORGANIZE A PUBLIC CHARETTE with a professional mediator. Hopefully, priorities will be responsibly adjusted. ;Jf~~,g~ 7YM/fO 590 Glenview Drive Ashland, Oregon 97520 July 28, 2002 "Commentary" Ashland Daily Tidings Ashland, Oregon 97520 I agree with a coalition of several environmental groups who, opposed to the Mt. Ashland expansion proposal, have offered alternate proposals "within the existing area". (Daily Tidings, July 19, 2002). Mt. Ashland management has stubbornly backed the "C-6" ski run proposal which would, with ancillary access of an out-moded rope tow, remove 77 acres of forest, most located at the head of our City's water supply. Their premise for the expansion is without merit---that our ski area needs "long, easy runs" in order to compete with the Mt. Bachelor and Mt. Shasta ski areas. EASY is an unworthy negative goal, and FORCING EASY on our little mountain, which happily is what it is, would cause ultimate destruction. Note: 1. When I was a Mt. Ashland ski instructor, before the days of regularly groomed slopes and short, shaped skis, which increased skiing ease and safety many times over, we had the proud mantra, "If you can ski Mt. Ashland, you can ski anywhere"? Good grief, don't apologize for not being "easy"! Rather, encourage and instruct people to accept and enjoy terrain challenges. Some people may choose colleges because they are "easy", but how much self-esteem or employment opportunities come with that degree? And some people may choose "easy" fast food, but how delicious or healthy is that in the long run? Focusing on "easy" diminishes progressive challenge; it has multiple hidden drawbacks! Our ski area management, many of whom I skied with over the years, should not emphasize such an unworthy goal at such a mammoth cost to the environment. Simple terrain improvement options exist, such as more grooming which can turn an intermediate "blue" signed run into a beginner "green" signed run. 2. FORCING a "fix" reminds me of a Nathaniel Hawthorn's short story called "The Birthmark". The story describes a man who is deeply in love with his wife, whom he considers beautiful and perfect in all ways except for a birthmark upon her cheek. He concocts a potion which she drinks. The birthmark begins to fade, and at last when it disappears altogether, his beloved wife dies! That poor misguided man became obsessed with a ridiculous goal, and so has the Mt. Ashland management. The potion to construct "long, easy runs" involves destroying natural resources which are in truth, necessary to the health of the entire area! Fiction aside, management's assurances of safe environmental controls also reminds me of the current news regarding doctors' assurances of hormone replacement for menopausal women as scientifically beneficial---now they have discovered the opposite is actually true! It distresses me that the Mt. Ashland Association has spent so many thousands of dollars in the promotion of the "C-6" expansion proposal. That money could have been better spent for viable on-site improvements such as adding onto the Lodge or restoring a lift on the old "Poma" run. If only the management could give up their "C-6" proposal, we could finally get consensus on several other comparatively simple and environmentally non-evasive improvements. In response to the Ski Ashland Expansion Revision Proposal dated March 28, 2002, I wrote to Linda Duffy, (Ashland Ranger District), urging her to recommend an option that selects only some of the proposals. Likewise, I suggest picking and choosing among these new recommendations from the environmental coalition. More than two years ago, on April 25, 2000, the "Daily Tidings" ran a commentary of mine requesting a public "charette", an inclusive design approach. 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U '0 o Vl~ o L e :l o 0 C> L E L s::: ~ Vl () o +- 0 '+- (\J '+-0 <l> ~~ L .n <l> ~: o e Vl VI ~J c :i:O>-<l>LO VI '+= 0 .J: ~J en >- '6 ~ : ~: ~ ~ -g 0 Z 'l:J S ~ en 0 1 ti :;: g j'i '+- +-~~LCJO Vl 0 -'=' 0 c.l >- <( E..<::i:~;~ OOVl~F.n o ,<(+- 0 ~ 2i -r.: e > '" m~ ::J s: Vl (\J E v, 1 -5 OL (\J E 1: +- ::J 0 CI;' "0 1c~ufe U~~2:-t~ ~~~]2~ ~~-2E15, Mt. Ashland Association Flhlhlished f<J<J:l '1,',', Iln (il //rl' lit. l,h/L/.'II/ /\\(I(ld//i!1! i\ !Ii /lr/!\'idz' dill/ii/in o//()/'(/uhh' \\'illltT recreutiol! tll/d cn!idl/( 1\ rhl' //11'.\ III /ll'()/I!l' in.\I!/!//'l'UI (),"(!!.()!/ und \'I)/"//'CI"/l ('uli/llf"I/.'d J unl' 20()~ Dear Mt ,hland Supporter, The \ 1t !\ ~hland Ski Area \vi I] proudly celebratc it's/iJrtie/h veal' of providing quality winter recreation for area residents! Thc \ It \~hland Association came into being just ten years ago when the Rogue Valley witnessed the unprecedenkd effort of IhOl/SlI/!! olilldi)'idl/a!s alld IiIgani::lI/ions who took a stand and made donations to assure that the area would become ('om- /Ill/II II) , (I\\',',d allll provide winter recreation for decades to come, From hake sales and car washes to generous donations from indi\ !du;!I, ,1Ild groups, over one and a half million dollars was raised in just four months! These efforts allowed the communi- II' /I! IJ/I'" I; i ,( Ih, moun/aill/ill' Ihe h('lIe/il o(resideflls and gucs/,\ of/he Rogue f'(/llcy. The non-profit Mt. Ashland Association wa~ torllle,' to operate the mountalll and make impro\l~ments toward it's continued long term success! It I, \ thl~ ~pirit of our grassroot~ heginnings that we invite all of you to become sustaining members of the Mt. Ashland Assoelatll) !'vkll1hership signifies your support of our mission: To prOl'ide a quality. aflordable winter recreation experience that renews and enhances the lives (~lpeople in Southern Oregon and Northern California. 13\ 1..,'eom!l1g a sustaining member you recognize that winter recreation is important to our menta], physical and spiritual health and kmonstrate your support to assure that skiing and snowboarding remain a healthy part of the fabric of the lives of all residents \I ho arl' fortunate to call this place home. M \ \ membership is an impol1ant way for you to assure that Mt. Ashland has a bright future as a dynamic organization for futurc ,'l ncratlons of skiers, snow boarders, outdoor enthusiasts and one that cnhances /he social and economic /ivahi/itv of Oil/' !egioll When you become a memher vou support programs like our award-winning 5;l/mmer .')'ervice Program, wherc kids learn abul! 'eology and the valuc ofworkll1g together as a group, and our A/ier ,)'chool YOllth Program, providing winter recre- ation and -,'':Ial ilpportunities to thousands of local youth cach winter. In addition to knowing that you are supporting a great COI1lIllUnlt\ .!ssel. as a MAA member you wil] receive: · JJoJl!JJU!/i L(2ii~CS, the quarterly Association newsletter, which tells the story of Mt. Ashland, past, present and future, pl'i1VHlu" a li'esh look at the people, programs and events that make our mountain a unique and special place. · I.ll/Iiln/l dlllon Aft. ,'Ishland ,Issoeialioll ,Hell/her's Pin, a handsome enameled piece you'll be proud to wear, · .\;'C(,llll 111'1I,/oe/'l 011/\'" otTers at our ski area such as special values on selected services, programs and events. · IIi, ,/ '/1 iI,ell, weialion Dent!, It)r Illembers to proudly display tn distinguish themselves as ardent supporters of hl'lr Ct,nilllunltv-owned ski and snnwhoard area, Tkud, \OU It)r your past. present and future participation with the Mt. Ashland Ski Area and the Association. We hope YOUl'Il)O\ lie jir~t !\lolll//ain fil/ces nL\\sktter, full of great stories about Mt, Ashland. On behalf of our board, staff, volunteers and Ihe Iht 'I sand, of youth. f~lmilies and 1(,)lks \\c serve. we hope you']1 cnnsider becoming a sustaining member of the Mt. Ashland \ '()Clallon. Havc a great sUlllnwr and rcmember, it's never too early to think snow! Sine'Teh ~j~ ~ -J-~ PreSident. \ 11 I\shland Association anson General Manager, Ski Ashland PO Ho\ -':'0 . \,l1land, OR lJ7"20-()()OX . Shipping Addres~: (,LJ" Wa~hingtoll Street Oillce 5.+ I--PC -2~.(l)-' . I :1\ '.+ I-.+X-,-"h.+.+ . Snow RL'porl. 541-4X2-2754 or 54] -770-2754 ..ma1l: IIlllul !l11:"hland,c{)!l1 . \\ \\ \ul1tJ~hland.c{)!l1 \,Ii /1< 11l':;')l i (If li,l, IlIlelliil/ N(Ti'ill/(' ('"tf( '-,101 ,lilt' /1<.\ ("()tI( Mt. Ashland Asso Snap Shots ~ Mt. Ashland's Unbelievable Season Pass Salc, see page 2, Youth Summer Service Program Awarded Grant, see page 3, Aller School Ski & Snowooard Program Report, see page 3, Mt. Ashland Gives Back to the Com- munity, see page 4, /'-- Quick Notes: Friends Of Mt. Ashland, page 2 Volunteer Opportunities, page 4 Mt. Ashland Clean & Green Day, page 4 Mt. Ashland Association... "At a Glance" Organization The Mt. Ashland Association (dba Ski Ashland) is a non-pro lit, 50 I (c) 3 charitable organization organized under the laws of the State o I' Oregon exelusively to provide recreation and educational opportunitics to the genend public, The Association is governed by a volunteer Board of Direcurs composed of II individuals with \arious backgrounds and talen"- who live, work and raise families in the Rogue ValiL'y. The Board oversees an equally diverse statfteam. Mt. Ashland \ stair brings years ofproiCssional ski area management, outdoor-environmental education and has earned a living working in the outdoors. Most stair members ski or sr1l1wboard. All arc dedicated to be model stewards of the Mt. Ashland Ski An:a. History Local :ikiing enthusiasts built the lodge, Ariel chair, Rig T and Little T- bar and rope tow in 1963 through a grass roots effort. The Southern Oregon State College Foundation managed the ski area in the mid '70s, Local businessman Dick Ilicks purchased the ski area in 1977 and raised funds 10 build the Windsor chair lift in 1978 that replaced the Big T bar. Thc sk i area \\as sold to Ilarbor Properties of Scat tic in 19~(i amI night lightillg. \ehicle shop and Sonnet and Comer chair litis \\er~' 1I1stalled. In 1992 the ski area came under community ownership Illadc possible hy donor. restricted contributions and a grant from thc Orcgon I'collOlllil Ikvel'lpment fund. Community Ownership A unique partnership exists between four entities to give the Mt. Ashland Ski Area its title of one of the nation's fc\\ "community-,m ned" ski areas, The Mt. Ashland Association operates and mallages the ski area through a $I/year lease from the City of Ashland, owner or the Ii xed assets, )fthe ski area and holder of the special-use pemlit th1l11the Rogue River National Forest. The City ownership of the assets on the mountain was made possible through private donations from the general puhlic raised during the community campaign in 1992, 1\'0 public tax dollars were 1 sed to purchase the mountain nor have any been used to operate and m,mage the resort. Economic Impact Mt. Ashland employs 200 full and part-time employecs over the course of the year with a total payroll of $982,000. The total direct impact ofMt. Ashlard Ski Area operations is an approximate $4,000,000 annual infusion into th: local economy. Ski & Ride Against Hunger a Huge Success Ilundreds ofskiers & mlersJOined forces this past ,cason Oil Apri I 7''', to Ski and Ride Againstllunger. With a donation or.~ cans or rood, winter enthusiasts reeei\ cd a li'ee lilt ticket ,11ld great spring conditions Oil \11. Ashland. '\S a bendit t" ACt'lSS h ,,,d Share. The Mt /\,shlalld Association donated this d,IY on the slopes t(l help stamp "ut hUllger in the Rogue Valley. The elli1l1 yielded ()\ er 2,()()() Ihs. of lil()d t" he placed in the ACTI,SS rood hallk. We \ven' piL'asl'd \\ ith the great partil'ipatioll dUrIllg this first allnllall'\ ell I. As a non-pnd:t (lrgalli/atIOI1. the Mt. Ashland \S"'l'l,lti"!I \ ~r1l1e" it:; partnersllip, \\ Itl1 ,>thl'l CllllllllUllit\ gn'lIp' maklllt! ef1i)rts ill ,lsslsting neL'lh 1~II11ilies In thl' Rllglll' Valley. \h' dPprl'ciatc all skiers ami ,n<,\\ h()<Irdel', \\ hll partiel]xl1ed inlhis inaugural e\ ent \\ith\CCISS h)()d Share. I.:nhancing the li\ es (,I" others starh hLTl' in ('ur l'l'llllnunitv and \\e \\ek"llle \llll ~III hack ne\! sea son t II e (' n t r i 10 ute t(l till" \\ortlmhile cause .lust keep an eye on our \\ ehslte for schedule inlimnatioll ' Contact Us Weh: \\ \\\\,mtashland.co11l email: in Ii )({/ mlashland,e011l Voice (541 )4X2-2X97 Fa'\ (54] )4X2-36..J....1 Mail: PC) Box 220 Physical: 69.~ Washington St. Ashland OR 9752() I , .----.--' __.______.~._ m._____~___._____~._.._._~_.__ - PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER Message From The President This year the Mt. Ashland Association (MAA) proudly celebrates its anniversary of a decade 0 I' senice to area residents, It was ,iust 10 years ago the Rogue Valley witnessed the unprecedented effort of thousands of individuals and organizations who simply \\ ould not allow their comlllunity ski area to elose down, In four Illonths o\er S 1,7 mi llion was raised, From hake sales and car washes to generous donations li'om indi\iduals and groups, these efforts allowed the eomlllunity to purchase the Illountain for the bcnelit of residents and guests of the Rogue Valley, The rest is history, Blair Alood)', President oj:'vfA, I As president of the Mt. Ashland Association, it is in the spirit of our grass roots beginnings that I ill\ite all of you to become sustaining Illelllbers. I'vkmbership signifies your support of our mission: to provide quality, affordable \\ inter recreation that renews and enhance, the li,,:s of people in Southern Oregon and "iorthern Calitilnlia, By becoming a member you delllonstrate your support to insure that skiing and snO\vhoarding remain a healthy fabric in the li\ e~ ll!' all resilknts whll arc fortl,natc enough to call this place home and recognize that winter recreation is important to our mental, physical and spiritual health, M;\A melllhership is an important way for 'olks to insure the Mt. Ashland Ski Area maintains a bright future 1(11' upcoming generations of skiers, snowbo,mkrs and outdoor enthusiasts, By me,lI1S of this quarterly newsletter, we will seck to provide a greater understanding and awareness of the people, programs and ev cnts, which make Mt. Ashland a unique and spccial plaee.JIQ/ll7tail7 ~()ices will assist in telling the story ofMt. Ashland and of the volunteer'; and supporters like you whose contributions make it possihle for the community to gain a sense of pride in this remarkable resource, Thank you for your past, present and future participation with the M1. Ashland Association, I hope you'll consider becoming a Mt. Ashland Association membcr. Have a great summer and remember, it's never too early to think snow' Mt. Ashland's Un bel ieva ble Season Pass Sale Kids 8 & Under Kids 9-12 Adults 13 & Over FREE $49 $199 Become a Friend of Mt. Ashland The Friends of\:lt. Ashland (Hl!'vL\) is a grass roots. \ lllunteer organization \\ hieh Ilmned earl) this )e,lr. Its purpose i, tll create puhlie av\areneS\ andSUppllrl llf the Ml. Ashland Ski Area I,xpansilln prllpllsal. The hiends' initial task is tll insure that accurate inll.mnation is presented III the general public regarding the Mt. Ashland I',xpansion proposal. leading to a L1V llrahk appw\ al hy the Forest Service, The group is comprised 0 I' supporter, who ad\ ocate for the prllpllsed ski area imprrl\Clllents and h,l\ e taken it upon themselves to respond tu biased, misleading inll.mnation circulated through the Illedia. FOMA has been sUeel'S\lul in raising an awareness llf the great "lleial and economic community benclit the expansion plan \\(mld hring the region, and raising funds and in-kind donations I' Will the L.omlllunit) to create and produce materials. These eni1l1s enhance puhlic awareness of the proposal The gHlUp has heen formed as an independent. nlln-profit gHlUp under the organization llf tlh: ({llgUe Valle) Foundation, I I' YllU \\ lluld like tll cllntribute and/or volunteer to H ll\1/\"s L,tlllrtS, please contact Mt. Ashland's dln\ ntl'\\ n business otliceat(541 )482-2S97. MAA Board of Directors Blair Moody President Greg Williams V. P. Kurt Austermann Secretary William Little Treasurer Rueben Davis Director Pat Acklin Director Tom Reid Director Ron Roth Director loan Thorndike Director Douglas McGeary Director Thomas Pyle Director Whv is Mt. Ashland having such a great sale') The kids ofcoursc! Atl(lrdable FLN is what M1. Ashland offers and this sale exempli ties the Mission ofthc Ml. Ashland Association, Wc provide recreational experiences at a great value for the whole family, We strive to enrich the lives ofthe youth in our region by offering many quality educational programs. Mt. Ashland is a unique resource with a variety of strong programs from which many kids and families can benelit. Over 1,000 skiers and sno",boarders hm e already taken advantage of this terrific opportunity, and you still have the chance to take advantage of our Unbclievable Sale' Starting August I" you may purchase your 2002/03 Season Pass I'rom our website at www,mtashland,com and in October we will announce a downtown location to purchase your Season Pass. The priccs will remain the same only until October 15'h! Not to worry, i fyour child was 12 years old on March IS, 2002 when wc started the sale but has tumcd 13 since, you may still purchase them a 549 season pass through October 15, Mt. Ashland makcs every etl(lrt to encourage kids and familics alike to experience the bcnelits of winter recreation, As a non-prol'it organization. it is our goal to support the community and enhance the lives of our citizens hy inviting them to take part in a beauti fu!' natural rcereational sport. After School Ski &. Snowboard Program Report Mt. Ashland is privileged to host the alter school youth program for public and pri\ atc sclHHlls in Southcrn Oregon ~lI1d \1\ ,rthem (. al i Ii lrn ia. K ids and parents travd linm Roseburg to Yreka, and last season we entertained over 2,'00 skiers and snowboardvrs. Participants in the alter sc hool program i m pfllVC their confidcnce and self esteem while they experience a dynamic mountain el1\ ironment. This program also plays an important role in keeping kids occupied during inactive times. For example, both the Eagle Point and Medf'Jrd school districts release kids from school on Wednesday alkrnoons for teacher training. Our alter school ski and snowhoard program pnnides a community service by keeping these students engaged during this non-school time. This season Mt. Ashland provided 111 scholarships for the program. We matk a $22,200 donation in lilt and lesson services and $4,X90 in rental services tu these kids. Prices for the paid participants equal a 70'Yo discount in reereatiun senices and help to keep this program financially accessible and thriving. Of the 26 school programs participating only 7 scheduled night visits, the remainder came during the day. The after school youth program depends on volunteers to make it happen. Each program has a group captain who organizes registration and arranges transportation. They also recruit chaperones through the school and through a parent network. Mt. Ashland provides free recreational services to each volunteer per 12 paid students. This year there were 425 volunteers who kept thc program up and running. It is one of the largest volunteer networks in the local sport arena. !'vi t. Ashland donated $77, I 50 in recreational services to these volunteers. It is our gual to engage a local network of parent volunteers who might not otherwise get an opportunity to experience the mountains in the \V'inter and to encourage them through our donations to participate. However, our primary objective is to keep the program affordable for the youth in our area so they can learn to appreciate the recreational opportunities that winter provides and gain skills that they can draw on for a lifetime. Youth Summer Service Program Awarded Grant Mt. :\shland's a\\ard winnlllg Youth Summer Sen iL'e Pwgram (YSSP) lIas recently a\\ arded a gr~lnt from the Ashland (ummunity Food Store (A(F\). In recognition of the pmgram's e ,",ilrt in youth education and el1\ ironmental issues, thi, grant \\ ill help sponsur the program this summer. NO\\ in its cighth slimmer of operation, the Mt. Ashland YSSP's goals arc to gi\ c selected area youth entering thc X,I, and lJll, grades an opportunity to participate in community senice, learn ahout thc natural history of Mt. Ashland and the el1\iwnment, experience hands-on ef!iJrts in erosion control. We thank the Ashland Community Food Store for their generous support in recognizing the Mt. Ashland Association's work in community service to youth and commitment to environmental education. revegetation, clean-up and othL'!' L'f]\ Iron mental enhancement projects. These tecns also carn partial eredit hmard a seaS(1I1 pa,s. :\mong the work projects at the ski area I\ill be litter pickup, planting of grass seeds and plugs prill ided hy the Forest Senicc and impnl\ enlent 11ferosiol\ control structures. This \\ ort Imhi Ie pmgralll allows youth to learn and C'l.pCflCI\L'L' practical concepts in stevvardship, h~l\ e fun and mah' some ncw friends mer the summer. Last year, "1t. Ashland's Y\S\' L'~,rncd llatioll.1I reeognitillll hy recel\ IIlg a -..;il\ el' lagk' :\\\ard for Excellencc in I'.nvirolllllclltal Idueatioll presented hy Tillle Warncr. Wc look Illl'\\ard tu partnering with REAl ('urp again thIS summer VI ho prov ide outstanding lield leadership Illr the program. \Vc thank the ;\shland (U1lI1ll11I111) hHld Sture rur their generous suppurt ill rL'cugni/ing the M1. Ashland AssoClatil )!l'S 1\, ,rk in L'ullllllunit) service to ) uuth and etllllmitment tu environmental cducI1 iun. 1",1' Illure inl; lrlllatiun un the M1. Ashland Yuuth SlIllllllLT Servicc prugram, euntact Ada RI\ na, program eourdinator at 4:-Z~-2X9'. ur email us at in Ii.J(il'mtash land .e, 1m. CLEAN & GREEN Wl: nl:d your hdp! Mt. Ashland is your mountain and to keep it looking beautiful l:adl year we ask supporters! voluntl:l:rs to participate in the annual Clean Up Day on Mt. Ash]and. We invite fiJlks to Sl:t aside Saturday July 27th, 2002 to join us on Mt. Ashland' Whl:n the snow melts, unfortunately mUl:h unwantl:d trash and (kbris Iittl:r thl: slopes. The only dTective way ol"rl:moving this litter is people pmver: walking down the slopes, trash bags in hand. We wil] provide a lunch and a complimel1lary lin voucher as a thank you for your hard work and d'lixt. ('ome spl:nd a day full of sunshine, exercise ,ll1d the camaraderie of other Mt. AshLmd supporters. Hl: a part ol"thl: unique sensl~ of stnvardship that makl:s the mountain a special place \ve l:all home. For more infi)fJnatioll plcase call our Businl:ss ofiee at 4:-\:'-2:-\97 or visit our website at ~vww.mtashland.l:om. Thanks I Volunteering Mt. Ashland has many ways for you to get il1\ olved with your community ow nl:d ski area. Volunteering is a rewarding and I"un way to givl: back to your community. ()Ile way you can voluntel:r is by bl:coming a host. Ski hosts ofler a \\ ide varil:ty ol"puhlic inlill"lnati\ln servicl:s from greeting gll\:sts alld pr()\iding gennal directions to skier educatiou rrograms. Ski ('adds arc volunkl:rs \vho help to tl:JCh thl: after school ski & snowboard progrJm. We train cadets to teach beginning skiers and snowboardl:rs during mid day and night programs. Cadets earn lin ticket vouckrs li)r comrlcting a.'\ week session. Volunteers arc also needed at special eV( nts to hdp gate kel:p or hand timl: during races. Thl:rl: arc opportunities to be a judge in a sllowboard compdition, and voluntl:ers Ii ()In tlK (,rants Pass area arc nel:ded to chapel" me thl: busses that providl: publil: transportation to and li'om tlK mountain during week,~nd and holiday periods. You arc invitl:d to become a Mt. Ashl.md Association vo]untl:er. For more inf(mnation you can emailus at: inf()((l!mtashland.coll1. I ..... Frol11 The Desk Of Jeff Hanson I'm thrilled to welcome you to the first Mt. Ashland Association /vtollntain _Voices nl:wsletter. Whether you're a skier or snowboarder, a local business ownl:r, or SOnKOnl: with a I~unily membl:r who mjoys thl: mountain, Mt. Ash]and ml:ans something to you. It's a tnll: local cl:nterpiece for healthy and positivl: ITneational, social and natural experil:ncl:s. Thl: Mt. Ashland Association l:ndeavors to bl: a trustworthy steward 01" the I~lcilitil:s and the publil: land on which we operatl:, striving lilr a successful future. JetfHanson. General iI/tanager ofMAA With that in mind, we havl: bem working over the last year on a long-teml Strategic Plan Ii)]" thl: Association. I want to share with you a ]ittk about that process. With the help of Orl:gon Shakespeare Festival Executive Dirl:ctor Paul Nicholson, our Board of Direl:tors and Managcmcnt Staff havl: workcd together to define our Mission, our organizational Va]ul:s. and our Goals for the future. From thesl: statements and our continuing convl:rsations with our gUl:sts and community membl:rs, we arc strl:ngthl:ning our Ass(Kiation and assuring a bright future li)r Mt. Ashland. I want to share with you our Guiding Principles. The Mission ofthe Mt. Ashland Association is to provide a quality, affordable win tel" recreation expe.-ience that renews and enhances the lives of people in Southern Oregon and Northern California. The Mt. Ashland Association's Vision is to be a vital community asset recognized throughout the region for providing a variety of welcoming and fulfilling recreational and educational experiences in an alpine environment. Our Values revolve around Community (a strong staff community and participation in our larger regional communities), Guest Service (helpful, patient, and accommodating) and Steward5hip (of the environment, our traditions and the facilities). Thanks for taking thl: time to learn morl: about the Mt. Ash]and Assol:iation. I look I(lf\vard to welcoming you as a ncw Association membl:r! Mt. Ashland Gives Back O nl: 01" the mOlT simpk and gracious dl:scriptions ofa Iifctiml: is eXplained likl: this: a pl:rson gnl\\s in thrl:l: rhasl:s: therl: is a rime to ICill'lI. iI rimc to C(/I'II (/nd (/ time to gil'e hack. Thc Mt. Ashland Ass\Kiation commits itsdfto l:ach phase, l:spl:cially thc lattn. As a non-pro lIt organization thl: M/\A takl:s its charitahk mission sl:riously. Thl: rl:ason \\ l: 0; ist is stated in our mission: "to pnl\ ielL' a quality. afti)rdahk wintl:r ITnl:ation c\pl:ril'ncl: that rl:nl:WS and l:nhancl:s the li\TS or pl:\lpk in Southl:rI1 Orl:gon and \iorthcrn Cditill"llia." Skiing and snowboarding do rcnl:\\ ~\I1d l:nhancc our lin's. It's bl:l:n aptly dl:scrikd dS thl: closl:st thing to flying that humans can l:\pniellcl:. Wl: hl:lil:\ I..' thl:se l:xperienl:l:s makl: LIS hctter Thl:Y makl: us believe in oursdvl:s. our LUllilies and Iril:lllb and our community, whdl: gl\mg us a kl:l:n sensc of rl:spl:ct and apprl:l'iatioll ror OUI mountainl:11\ ironll1l:nt. It is this l:\pnil:ncl: \\ c strive to givl: hack to thl: community Wl: Sl:r\ l'. In thl: ] 0 )l:ars sinl:c thl: Mt. Ashland Association was l:stablishl:d it has givl:n back O\l:r '5] ,ooo,oon in goods :lIld sl:nicl:s to I othn non-profit organizations Sdlools and churelKs. Thl:sl: l:\lI1tributions coml: in I part from donakd lit! tickl:ts. kssons, programs, fal:ility usage and rdakd Sl:I"\ICl:S. The MA/\ undl:rstands that tIKSl: groups also work hard to imprO\l: our community and dl:sl:r\T our support. Thanks to all our supporters. To show your support of the enhancement proposal, come to the downtown office and pick up your own "Support the Mt. Ashland Expansion" bumper sticker. YES, I want to become a sustaining member of the Mt. 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