White River National Forest — Project Detail

Restricting human use within Jones Gulch annually from November 1st - April 30th to prevent disturbance of important winter habitat for Canada Lynx.

Construction of 1.7 miles of new, sustainable trail. Restoration and decommissioning of 1 mile of existing trail that is unsustainable and causing resource damage.

Installation of buried electric power and fiber optic cable along a new alignment crossing roughly 4,432' of National Forest to replace an existing buried powerline serving Summit Public Radio and TV's broadcast site on Bald Mountain.

Breckenridge Ski Resort (BSR) is proposing projects on Peak 9 including the installation of a new gondola teaching terrain, and the replacement of C-Chair to relieve portal crowding and improve the experience for guests learning to ski and ride.

Breckenridge Stables proposes the replacement of temporary mobile buildings with a permanent operations building and a permanent guest services building. Water and power utilities are planned to provide indoor toilets and options for food services.

Installation of 11 Cellular Towers at 10 sites on National Forest lands at Aspen Skiing Company Resorts; Aspen Mountain, Aspen Highlands, Buttermilk, Snowmass. Including associated utilities (power, fiber optics) for each site.

The Snake River Water District proposed to install and construct a new water tank on NFS lands in the Keystone area to supply the municipality with more water infrastructure. The project will involve issuance of a new special use permit.

Sunlight Mountain Resort is proposing to replace the existing Primo double chairlift built in 1966. They would like to replace the double fixed grip chairlift with a Poma Alpha fixed grip quad chairlift and associated utilities.

Public Land Order 7939 was approved by the Secretary of Interior on April 3, 2024.

Construct approximately 1 mile of new, sustainable multi-use trail to connect with existing trail.

A proposal to approve a Plan of Operations for mining-related activities that would be conducted on National Forest System lands administered by the Dillon Ranger District of the White River National Forest.

The proposed action will create an economical gravel source used to maintain the road surface of Coffee Pot Road (NFSR 600) and other roads and facilities in the area. Formerly used gravel pits, Boom Boom #1 and #2 , would be reestablished/expanded.

A Basin is proposing a new via ferrata route. The resort currently has a challenging via ferrata route on the upper East Wall rock face. The second route will be a shorter and less exposed route on a lower zone of the East Wall.

This project is to address ongoing concerns regarding parking, traffic flow, and provide a large enough area for tractor trailers and unequipped vehicles to turn around prior to reaching Forest Service Road 315

Construct 1.5 miles of new trail and decommission 1.01 miles of existing trail. The new trail construction will establish public access (due to new development precluding public access) and create a more sustainable grade that avoids riparian areas.

Proposal is to construct a new building and install a seasonal boat dock that would serve as a base of operations for the Lake Dillon staff of the Sheriff%u2019s Department.

Amending the existing PSCo permit#DIL462 to add 1,500 ft of existing gas line that was inadvertently deleted in 2001. In addition, a 6 inch steel main gas line would be installed to reinforce the existing line on approx.1500 ft of National Forest.

Town of Frisco is proposing to realign a steep portion of the access road to their water tank that is under an authorization in order to perform a tank restoration project.

To provide a winter outpost a far distance from main entry station for the snow rangers in support of the management of the area for; compliance, managing non-motorized and motorized travel and providing information services to users

The proposed action will authorize the Town of Avon Emergency Services the ability to use a shuttle system utilizing the existing June Creek Trail as an egress route for residences in the Wildridge community in the event of a natural disaster

Aspen Skiing Company proposes to install approximately 3,600 feet of snowmaking pipe on Prospector ski trail and 3,000 feet of snowmaking pipe on Riverside ski trail. Collectively, the proposed snowmaking project would provide approx. 16.9 acres.

This proposed project is to reconstruct a 30' wooden bridge for foot and horse use located approximately 15' downstream from the existing similar bridge, then remove the existing bridge from within the Flat Tops Wilderness boundary.

The proposed action is to update culvert infrastructure that is nearing the end of its lifespan and to provide improved aquatic organism passages at four locations on the Eagle-Holy Cross Ranger District.

Construction of an approximate 1.6-mile non-motorized trail to extend the existing Eagle-Vail Trail # 2351, with 0.27 miles on National Forest Land. Additionally, 0.25 miles of social trail will be decommissioned and permit #HOL937 will be amended.

The purpose of action is to improve aquatic, riparian, and wetland conditions in and along the Eagle River, maintain or improve recreation opportunities and facilities, and conserve historic values in the Camp Hale area.

Construction, operation and maintenance of a new SNOW TELemetry (SNOTEL) data collection site for collection of mutually beneficial hydrometeorologic data as part of the congressionally appropriated Snow Survey and Water Supply Forecasting Program.

White River National Forest (WRNF) Master Special Use Permit Reissuance to the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) for the operation and maintenance of 16 existing SNOTEL sites and 12 Snow Courses

Proposed activities include a mixture of fuels reduction, wildlife habitat improvement, stream improvement, transportation improvement and trail enhancements.

Pitkin County has proposed to construct and maintain a natural surface, non-motorized, multi-use recreation trail from Redstone south to the summit of McClure Pass. The proposed trail is about 7 miles in length, of which, 5 miles is on NFS lands.

Plan of Operations Review for the Double Eaton Mine. Mineral material will be excavated by hand and processed on site using a trowel and sluice box. Access to the mine will be by non-motorized means. No structures. Operations would be up to 2 mon/yr.

Holy Cross Energy is proposing to install, own and maintain a broadband fiber optic cable on existing HCE-owned electric transmission line utility poles for customer use. No ground disturbance or additional utility poles are required.

Sapphire Point is a heavily used recreation area and trail. The project would enhance accessibility to the two overlooks and along the trail, propose human use rules, design the parking resource, and construct a second vault toilet.

This proposed project is to safeguard one (1) mine feature and demolish and remove three (4) unauthorized structures and one (1) former FS Administrative site situated on National Forest System lands managed by the Aspen-Sopris Ranger District.

Aspen Skiing Company proposes to construct the Blue Grouse Ski Trail Connector and Vapor to Squeezy Bike Trail Connector, reroute the Summit Hiking Trail, and replace and realign the Cirque and Coneygame lifts.

Grouse Lake Trail (#2127), open to stock, hikers and bicycles has several water crossings. The Forest Service is proposing to construct 2 new trail bridges over the 1st and 4th stream crossing and realign 300 ft. of trail.

Mitigation of runoff to ensure the stabilization of the historic buildings at the Hunter Creek site.

Proposal to decommission and restore .5 miles of unsustainable trail that provides a poor recreation experience. Existing trail will be replaced with a new 1 mile sustainable trail that provides for public safety and positive recreational experience.

Realign and construct approximately 2 miles of new trail in a more sustainable location. Approximately 1 mile of the existing trail tread would be decommissioned and closed.

Redevelop the Aspen-Sopris Ranger District Office located at 620 Main Street in Carbondale, Colorado. Includes the demolition of 3 buildings, landscaping and construction of new 7,222 sqft office building.

Proposal to lease the 10.89-acre Dillon Work Center administrative site for the development of up to 177 affordable housing rental units under the authority of the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018, Sec. 8623 (P.L. 115-334).

Construct a parking area approximately 30' deep by 130' wide to accommodate parking for those participating in winter recreation activities in the Marvine drainage adjacent to Rio Blanco County 12 on Forest Service lands.

Demolish and partially remove the Last Dollar Mine Cabin and associated trespass items that are encroaching on National Forest System that pose a health and safety risk to recreationists on the forest.

Demolish an abandoned dilapidated mining cabin located near or immediately adjacent to heavily used Blue Lakes Road. The cabin poses a health and safety risk to recreationists on the forest.

Reduce the risk to human health and safety of forest visitors and reclaim an abandoned mine site by closing mine features and demolition/removal of buildings/structures.

Sunlight Mountain Resort is proposing to replace the existing Segundo double chairlift, with a triple chairlift due to the aged nature of the current installation. The replacement lift will have a capacity of 1400 people per hour.

Proposed fuels reduction activities on National Forest System (NFS) lands within a 3,605-acre area near Vail, Colorado. Treatments correspond to areas identified within the Town of Vail Community Wildfire Protection Plan.

Proposal to convey (sale or lease) all or a portion of the Upper Parcel at its El Jebel Administrative Site pursuant to the Facility Realignment and Enhancement Act of 2005 P.L.109-54; 16 U.S.C. 580d note, as amended by P.L.112-74, Title IV, Sec. 421

Preliminary analysis to identify and quantify methane gas emission source locations within 5.2 square mile of Coal Basin to determine potential methane gas quality for future methane destruction or utilization projects.

The project would utilize untreated wood posts and on-site materials to build multiple beaver dam analogs (BDAs). These temporary structures would be constructed by hand and would mimic the influence of beaver dams on the stream and riparian area.

Construction of the Minturn Segment of Eagle Valley Trail. The Proposed Action is a 10-foot wide asphalt-paved trail from the current Eagle Valley Trail terminus near Dowds Junction extending to Downtown Minturn.

Installation of additional snowmaking, mountain biking and hiking trails, camping activity, and access road extension at Copper Mountain Resort.

The Blanco Ranger District is proposing approximately 2,300 acres of vegetation management activities within the Wilson Park, Sawmill Mountain and Ellison Mountain area.

The purpose of this project is to rehabilitate, enhance and restore the trail and recreational features of the Hanging Lake Trail Recreation Area. This trail and its infrastructure were adversely impacted by post-fire debris flows in summer 2021.

White Owl Dam is a low hazard earthen dam that has been in a state of disrepair since at least 1999, with conditions worsening over time due to lack of funding for dam repairs. White Owl Dam will be decommissioned.

Whole, live spruce would be pulled down and yarded into the stream channel. Beaver dam analogs (BDAs) or similar may be constructed to improve stream hydrology and cutthroat habitat. Riparian plantings and rec modifications will complement.

The project involves the replacement of the Chair 5 lift within the resort's Peak 8 base area. The project would occur partially on National Forest System (NFS) lands within the Breckenridge Ski Resort's existing Special Use Permit Area.

Copper Mountain Resort proposes replacing the Timberline Express Chairlift and upgrading associated lift infrastructure. The project also includes constructing a downhill mountain bike park trail system accessed from the Woodward Express lift.

This project is to intended to increase soil moisture holding capacity of soils impacted by moderate to high soil burn severity in the Wagon Gulch, Blue Gulch, Grizzly Creek Watersheds in the Grizzly Creek Fire burn perimeter.

The Proposed Action would authorize Berlaimont to improve those existing segments of NFSR 774 and 780 as they lead up to the southeastern corner of the Berlaimont property from local public roads in Edwards.

To minimize shoreline erosion, the project would include grading of the slope (2:1), compaction of the soil, placement of geomembrane and rock rip rap at the toe of the slope. Revegetation and reseed the disturbed area.

DeConstruction of approx. 3.7 mi of non-motorized single-track trail and construction of approx. 5.0 mi of motorized single-track trail.

Forest Plan Amendment to add a forest-wide standard to Chapter 2, Section One Physical, Water and Riparian Resources that supports the Army Corps of Engineers requirement within the Colorado Western Slope In Lieu Fee Final Instrument, Exhibit G

The Forest Service is proposing to use prescribed fire (broadcast burn) on approximately 44 acres near the Summit County Public Shooting Range for the purpose of the reducing fuel quantities to prevent potential future wildfire.

The WRNF is proposing to conduct vegetation management activities (mechanical and prescribed fire) within forest stands that contain aspen. Management would improve the resiliency of aspen forests to disturbance agents and improve wildlife habitat.

Xcel Energy has proposed to replace a bridge over Gypsum Creek at the Cottonwood-Gypsum Creek Rd intersection to accommodate maintenance vehicle weight. This non-Forest System Road provides access to Xcel Transmission Lines and private land.

The USGS is proposing three temporary weather station sites on Holy Cross Ranger District. Each temporary site will consist of a 10 foot high weather station and an 8 foot by 9 foot weighing scale snow sensor with minimal soil disturbance.

In response to the Ski Area Recreational Opportunity Enhancement Act of 2011, Vail Mountain proposes 13 non-ski based projects to provide year-round recreation, taking advantage of existing infrastructure and designed for a variety of visitors.

Construct a minor realignment of approximately 100 feet of FSR 747 Wearyman Road. The project would involve moving the road prism upslope just south of a large rock which is currently confining the road next to the streambed.

Proposal to add lift-served terrain in Bergman and Erickson Bowls at Keystone Resort.

Braun Hut System permit renewal for a new (10) year term. No changes to the use or intensity.

This project involves the construction of a corral with loading chute and a small 'beef pasture' (7 ac) for livestock ingress and egress to the Hill Creek C&H grazing allotment.

The proposed project would realign and construct approximately 2500 feet of new trail. Approximately 1000 feet of the existing trail would be decommissioned and restored to a natural state using best management practices.

The project is to authorize use and maintenance of roughly 60 feet of an existing 2 track, 10-foot-wide route to the subject parcel located along the Lead King Basin Road (NFSR 315).

Approximately 1.9 miles of new trail would be reconstructed in the Eagles Nest Wilderness area. The former trail alignment, which is 1.2 miles in length, would be decommissioned and restored to its natural condition.

Replacing 150' of 50-year old 2-inch steel natural gas line with a 4-inch polyethylene natural gas line across two slivers of NFS lands along Hummingbird Road to provide adequate service to community.

This project proposes to construct a secondary entrance/exit approx. 100-200 feet east of the existing Long Lost Trail head park area entrance/exit. It is estimated that this entrance/exit will be approx. 30-50 feet wide and 20-40 feet in length.

Special use permit for the installation of fiber optic line and conduit along an existing overhead utility right-of-way from the intersection of State Highway 133 and Gunnison County Rd 3 to the Forest boundary at the Darien parcel in Marble.

Proposal to hand plant Lodgepole pine and Engelmann spruce seedlings in the Peak 2, Buffalo Mountain, and Ptarmigan areas affected by past wildfires.

This project would issue a permit for the National Forest Foundation sub-contractor Westervelt Ecological Services to survey wetlands, complete stream surveys, collect some soil cores, and establish/monitor groundwater monitoring wells.

The Mill Creek Trail Reroute creates a new trail to allow for the full restorative potential for the Mill Creek road project. The Vail Uphill trail creates a new summer uphill trail on Vail Ski Area. North Trail Connector connects the North Trail.

Installation, operation, and maintenance of a 6'-diameter microwave antenna associated with FirstNet on the existing AT&T tower at the Lake Hill Communications Site.

Proposal from Summit County to construct approximately 5.40 miles of multi-use non-motorized trails on National Forest System Lands within the Golden Horseshoe Special Use Permit (SUP) boundary.

Aspen Skiing Company has proposed to remove and replace the 'Elk Camp Wildlife Center and Ski Patrol Headquarters' at Snowmass Mountain Resort.

Special use authorization for use, occupancy, construction and maintenance of a private driveway to access private property on the St Paul Lode mining claim (MS# 8884) in the Golden Horseshoe Area east of Breckenridge, CO.

Remove hazard trees within 150' of roads and trails and 200' of recreation sites on the White River National Forest over the next ten years. Lodgepole pine affected by the mountain pine beetle will be targeted for removal.

Issuance of an authorization to make motorized over-the-snow travel for residential purposes within an area closed to winter motorized use except by permit per the 2011 Travel Management Decision

This project will replace the existing overhead power line supply with a buried power supply. A buried conduit and line system will be installed from the existing power pole to facilities operate under Sunlight Peak Communications Site Lease #SOP371.

A proposed fuels reduction project to reduce the risks and repercussions of a wildfire escaping the Eagles Nest Wilderness and posing a threat to community safety and private and public infrastructure.

Placement and grading of material from the Grizzly Peak landslide to re-contour an embankment and decommission an unauthorized non-system road on National Forest system lands.

The Recreation Residence has been impacted by water and sediment from erosion. To mitigate this problem, a berm would be built to divert water away from the cabin.

Allow occupancy and use of National Forest System lands adjacent to the Manila Lode for completion of Environmental Protection Agency CERCLA removal action.

Proposal from Copper Mountain Resort to replace the existing Lumberjack Chairlift and install snowmaking near the top terminal.

Authorization and replacement of existing Eagle-Vail Metropolitan District water diversion structure.

To construct one or more temporary fish barriers in the upper North Elk Creek watershed.

AT&T has applied for the renewal of their Copper Mountain Communications Site Lease. Currently AT&T operates a communication site on National Forest Lands within Copper Mountain Ski Resort's Special Use Permit Area. No new disturbance are proposed.

PSCo transmission line 9188 needs to replace 2 failing structures and addition of weights to 1 structure in order to correct identified deficiencies.

In-kind replacement of 3,216 linear feet of existing, aboveground pipeline used to capture and convey water to the western portal of the Vidler Tunnel in the Peru Creek drainage for municipal drinking water.

White River National Forest proposes to perform density reduction treatments in over-crowded regenerating stands of trees. Treatments would reduce the number of trees per acre to improve overall stand health.

Beaver Creek Resort is proposing add a ski patrol egress/temporary construction access road, a gray water leach field for the previously approved warming hut, signage corbels, and an additional toilet for lift operators.

Construction of a new freestanding tower and installation of a communications cabinet adjacent to existing permitted facility. Removal and rehabilitation of the existing communications facility which includes the shelter and all towers/antennas.

Construction of 1.3 miles of Nordic skiing trails, 4.6 miles of summer multi-use trails, and 2.1 miles of improvements to existing trails on National Forest System (NFS) lands within the Frisco Nordic Center Special Use Permit boundary.

An order that restricts human occupancy in vicinity of active peregrine falcon nesting activity, May 15 to July 31, for a five year period starting 2021.

The project would construct a 45'x44'x21' structure at the Hanging Lake Rest Area in Glenwood Canyon to provide shelter to visitors at the popular recreation area.

Proposal from Arapahoe Basin Ski Area to replace the existing Lenawee Chairlift, expand existing food service facilities at Black Mountain Lodge and construct a warming hut near the Lenawee Parks ski trail.

Reissue special use permit (RIF-184) to Laramie Energy, LLC., including relocating the existing tower approx. 75ft south of current pad location and continued use of existing roads NFSR 815.1 & NFSR 815.1A to Hells Gulch Wellpad #26

Installation of a CXT toilet at the Upper Lost Man trailhead.

Homestake Partners (City of Aurora and Colorado Springs Utilities) is requesting an authorization to conduct a fatal-flaw geotechnical investigation within the Homestake Valley located on National Forest System Lands in southeastern Eagle County.

Beaver Creek Resort is proposing to add a ski patrol egress/temporary construction access road, a gray water leach field for the previously approved warming hut, and signage corbels for the McCoy Park terrain development.

Re-issuance of an existing authorization for variable kV electrical distribution lines and fiber optic cable.

The project would replace existing road-stream crossing structures on the Homestake Road at East Fork Homestake Creek, Missouri Creek and French Creek in order to increase flood resiliency of the transportation system and reconnect aquatic habitats.

The proposed activities consist of reshaping the bankfull channel of the Blue River by relocating alluvial material from within channel riffles to areas that will support the creation of holding pools.

Update vegetation management activities along 278 miles of transmission lines located on NFS lands in Colorado, Nebraska, and Utah. These activities are intended to protect the transmission lines by managing for stable, low growth vegetation.

Sunlight Mountain Resort is proposing to install a new chairlift, construct a pit toilet and enhance trail improvements at Sunlight Mountain Resort (SMR).

Restore ponderosa pine forests to Fire Regime Condition Class I. Improve habitat for species dependent on ponderosa pine forests. Reintroduce surface fire to ponderosa pine ecosystems. Reduce pinon/juniper encroachment from sagebrush communities.

The Strong Mining Co. will implement final reclamation of the Apex (Strong) Mine. Plan includes safety closures of two adits, demolition and removal of all improvements, decommissioning access roads and trails, and site revegetation.

The project proposes to modernize and improve recreation facilities, reduce deferred maintenance costs, provide an improved visitor experience, and offer additional campsites and campground amenities at Peak One and Pine Cove Campgrounds.

Proposal to construct winter Nordic ski trails and summer hike/bike trails within Frisco Nordic Center's special use permit area.

Construction of 262 acres of new snowmaking coverage on Vail Mountain, primarily the upper front side; includes 32.5 miles of new snowmaking pipeline and 14 new valve stations.

This order is proposed to align the management of the Wildwood parcel on NFS lands with adjacent lands on Pitkin County Open Space and Trails

Aspen Skiing Company proposal for minor trail re-routes for the Verde and Valhalla bike trails at Snowmass Mountain Resort

The trail would be realigned to a more sustainable grade. Modern trail design standards would be incorporated including sustainable grades, grade reversals, and out sloping of the tread. The trail tread will be constructed to a 18-24 inch width.

Environmental review and remediation of seventeen hazardous historic structures and mine features along heavily traveled recreation routes in (1) Monte Cristo Gulch, (2) Blue River area east of Breckenridge, and 3) Snake River area near Montezuma.

Demolition and removal of abandoned equipment, materials and structures at five abandoned mining cabins (Wise Mtn, Bemrose Creek, Mt. Guyot, Keystone Gulch and Peru Creek).

Project will add additional parking at FST1840 Main Elk, while staying within the existing USFS road easement

Demolition and removal of above and below grade infrastructure including a propane tank, concrete footings, gravel road, and debris followed by filling, grading, and re-vegetation to restore the site.

RMNG must perform maintenance/replacement on a section of existing 6" pipeline on the Rifle RD to meet PHMSA regulations. Proposed work would involve the replacement and/or reroute of approximately 100 feet of exposed natural gas pipeline

Construction, operation and maintenance of a fiber optic telecommunication line including 1.51 miles of underground cable and 560 feet of overhead cable on an existing electric distribution line right-of-way north of Green Mountain Reservoir

The purpose of this project is to improve the condition of the Arctic Placer Trail through realignment and construction. The existing trail is very steep, travels straight up the hillside, and is causing soil erosion during spring run.

The City of Glenwood Springs would like to create an easement for an existing transformer located at 900 Grand Avenue, the White River National Forest Supervisor's Office.

The purpose of this project is to improve the condition of the Broken Wheel Trail through realignment and construction. The existing trail is very steep, travels straight up the hillside, and is causing soil erosion during spring run.

1. Realign a segment of the trail to remove it from a wet area. 2. Extend the trail by 1 mi through adopting an existing social trail. 3. Decommission trail #316W.1B (1.1 mi)which was identified in the Travel Management Plan to be decommissioned.

To improve the condition of the Miners Creek trail through the realignment of three segments where the trail is very steep and goes up the fall line. Trail reconstruction will be accomplished through hand crew and/or motorized construction.

Town of Carbondale is requesting to ad a Micro Hydro Generator to the existing water treatment plant at Nettle Creek. The hydroelectric facility is expected to produce approximately 225,000kWh/year.

Schofield Pass AML - Construction of approximately 20-25 barriers on open mine adits/shafts in the upper basins of the Schofield Pass area in Gunnison County. Additional restoration work includes road decommissioning, and trail maintenance.

The Aspen-Sopris Ranger District is proposing approximately 1600 acres of vegetation treatments along FSR 300. Additional projects identified in the area include recreation management enhancements and prescribed fire.

Issuance of a ten year outfitter and guide permit to Adventure Cycling Association to authorize multiple cycling tours to operate annually on National Forest System Lands across the Rocky Mountain Region.

An order that restricts human occupancy on and surrounding Government trail #1980 and connecting trails between Snowmass Ski Area and Buttermilk Ski Area from May 15 to June 27, and a smaller area adjacent to Snowmass Ski Area from May 15 to June 20.

This project will authorize the installation of a well adjacent to the day parking lot for the Ruedi Boat Ramp. Water from this well will be used by ANS inspectors to decontaminate boats coming into Ruedi Reservoir

Analysis of summer residential use of an existing road (Loushin's Rd) within the existing permit boundary of Aspen Mountain Ski Area to be made by the residents and their assignees of an adjacent private parcel within the greater Pandoras areas.

Evaluate the proposed Plan of Operations submitted by Elbram Stone Company, LLC to continue alabaster mining operations at the White Banks quarry.

Construct a sustainable mountain ascent route, restore multiple user created paths and perform basic maintenance on the main summit ascent route to Castle Peak.

Tiering to the 2011 the Breckenridge Forest Health and Fuels EA, the proposal is to remove the current adaptive management threshold of 60% minimum stand mortality to immediately reduce hazardous fuels on 522 acres within the WUI of Breckenridge.

Proposal to 1) construct a sand shed in the High Noon parking lot for sand and equipment storage and 2) to expand the Il Refugio restaurant at A-Basin by enclosing the current deck and building a new deck of similar size.

Proposed replacement of the existing Peru Lift with an upgraded 6 chair lift and the removal of the Argentine Lift.

Proposal to re-route portions of these trails are steeper than FS trail standards direct. The proposed action would lessen the trail grade and include more sustainable trail design

Issuance of a five year visitor center permit to Pitkin County Open Space and Trails to allow the holder to operate and maintain a visitor center in the Aspen Ranger District administration office in partnership with the White River National Forest.

Re-development and access authorization of the existing Red Hill Communications site with increase in footprint and tower height to accommodate and provide public safety radio service, FM Transmission and broadband services.

Snowmass proposes to replace the outdated Big Burn high-speed detachable quad chairlift with a new high-speed detachable six-person chairlift. The design capacity of the new chairlift would equal that of the existing chairlift (2,200 people per hour)