BLM Seeks Public Comment on Proposal to Convey Lake City Ski Hill to the Town of Lake City
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GUNNISON, Colo. – The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) today published a notice in the Federal Register proposing to convey 43.09 acres of public land to the Town of Lake City to continue operation of the Lake City Ski Hill and to enhance recreational opportunities.
The Lake City Ski Hill is located one mile south of Lake City and has operated as a community ski area under various BLM authorizations since 1966. It serves as the primary winter recreation hub for Lake City residents and visitors.
“Being a good neighbor to local government is important in serving our shared constituents,” said Gunnison Field Manager Elijah Waters. “Lake City will be able to continue using this land while carrying out its plans to improve the ski hill for the benefit and enjoyment of all Hinsdale County residents and visitors who bring tourism dollars that positively influence the local economy.”
The proposal is consistent with goals in the Lake City and Hinsdale County Community Plan to maintain and improve social and economic conditions in the Lake City area.
Information about this proposal, including maps and the environmental assessment, is available online at https://go.usa.gov/xn6H7.
The notice gives the public 45 days to comment on the proposal. Written comments may be mailed or hand delivered to Lake City R&PP, BLM Gunnison Field Office, 210A West Spencer Ave., Gunnison, CO 81230. Comments may also be submitted via email to blm_co_gfo_nepa_comments@blm.gov or via fax to (970) 642-4990. Comments are most helpful if received by August 8, 2019.
Before including your address, phone number, e-mail address, or any other personal identifying information in your comments, please be advised that your entire comment, including personal identifying information, may be made publicly available at any time. While individuals may request the BLM to withhold personal identifying information from public view, the BLM cannot guarantee it will be able to do so.
The BLM manages more than 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.