Walden-CAN Ski Hill Sub-Committee Six-Month Report, June 13/06

Background:
The Walden-CAN Ski Hill Sub-committee was underway following an information meeting in March 2006 for any interested community members.
Councilor Kett, Chris Gore and Karen Makela of the City informed the attendants of that meeting that funds had been set aside to assist with the opening of the ski hill.

It was obvious at the meeting that many individuals were interested and hopeful that the ski hill would be open and they agreed to sit on the Sub-committee. The Sub-committee has since had three meetings.

The goals identified by the Sub-Committee were:
1. Open the ski hill December 1, 2006.

2. Identify any necessary modifications, upgrades, and repairs.

3. Establish a fundraising plan if required.

4. Establish a combined city/community-run model for operation of the ski hill.

To date:

1. An inspection of the ski lift has been completed and we are awaiting the results of the report. 2. A plan is in place to:

a. Approach City staff to discuss the results of the inspection report

b. Determine the costs involved,

c. Define the roles of the City and the sub-committee/community.

3. We hope to be able to present a resolution to City council before the summer break.

4. The Ski Hill Sub-committee was highlighted in the Sudbury Star in the Walden-Can column- as well as a separate article.

5. Community members continue to support the efforts of the Sub-Committee.

The Sub-committee, through on-going communication and assistance from, notably, Chris Gore, City of Greater Sudbury and Richard Bois, Walden-CAN, maintains that the operation of the Walden Ski Hill for the 2006-2007 season is a very real possibility.

Respectfully submitted, Barb Maki and Ron Carscadden, Walden-CAN Ski Hill Committee