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November 22, 2002
LUDLOW, VT - In a much-anticipated decision, on November 4, 2002, the Vermont Supreme Court has ruled in favor
of Okemo's Jackson Gore project and has denied an appeal opposing the first phase of the planned unit development.
The decision resolves any remaining legal issues regarding Phase I of the Jackson Gore project.
Since commencing the permit process for the Jackson Gore expansion four years ago, Okemo Mountain officials have
sought the proper state and local approvals to embark on the most exciting expansion plan in Okemo's history. In
April of 2002, the Vermont State Environmental Board gave Okemo "the green light" to begin the $100 million
project that would include new lifts and trails, the Jackson Gore Inn, a base lodge facility and skier services
and amenities. But, an appeal by a local resident from a decision handed down by the Ludlow Development and Review
Board approving the first phase of the project has been in the appeal process for two years.
"Receiving the Supreme Court's decision is wonderful news", commented Tim Mueller, owner of Okemo. "It's
been a long time coming and marks the end of any remaining legal issues regarding Phase 1 of the project."
"We are looking forward to the grand opening of our new Jackson Gore Express quad chairlift, along with seven
new trails and will continue to move forward on the construction of our new base area."
Okemo will unveil seven new trails and a highspeed detachable quad chairlift in the new Jackson Gore area this
season. The Jackson Gore Express will run at a speed of 1,100 feet per minute and has a carrying capacity of 2,400
pph. Many of the trails in the new mountain area have sweeping turns and undulations reminiscent of classic New
England trails. With the addition of Jackson Gore, Okemo now has 5-mountain areas comprised of Jackson Gore, Solitude,
Northeast Summit/Glades, South Face and South Ridge. The "grand opening" of the new area is expected
to take place in December.
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Pam Cruickshank, Director of Public Relations Okemo Mountain Resort (802) 228-1947 or pamc@okemo.com November 11, 2002