5/14/13 - If all goes as planned, improvements could begin taking shape soon at the Mt. Brighton facility in Genoa Township. The 220-acre complex off Challis and Bauer Roads was acquired by Colorado-based Vail Resorts, which is expected to invest nearly $10 (m) million enhancing the complex. The Planning Commission approved site plans along with an environmental impact assessment, which must still be approved by the township board. The overall project includes re-grading hills, new chair lifts, improvements to the lodge and snow making system, new terrain parks in the front and back of the mountain, a new area for kids and modifications to tow ropes. Additional language was added by commissioners pertaining to the assessment, stipulating a pathway or construction bond for one could be required as part of any future developments on the site. Basically the same lighting will be maintained, although any new fixtures would be shielded and existing ones retro-fitted so as to avoid any negative impact on residents and homes in the area. Assistant Township Manager and Planning Director Kelly Van Marter says the scale of the improvements are very impressive and long overdue, noting Mt. Brighton has always been a jewel in Genoa and the township is excited to have Vail investing in the community and the hill. Vice President of Mountain Development Tim Beck says theyâre very excited to become a part of the community and have been working closely with the township on the project. If all moves along as planned, work could begin sometime in June, and Beck says last nightâs approval from the commission marked an important step. The golf course will continue to operate and Beck says theyâll need to work through the construction process with it so some adjustments will be made, but overall, the public should see a lot of progress in the coming year. (JM)
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