Ogden Valley

Implied lift tie-in to Snowbasin incorrect
The Standard-Examiner April 28, 2006.  Clint Ensign, senior vice president of Sinclair Oil Company, denied a statement published by proponents of a gondola on Mount Ogden Thursday that implies there is to be a link between the Snowbasin ski resort and the proposed mountain resort in Malan's Basin.

Do we want Peterson for a neighbor?
The Standard-Examiner April 22, 2006.  The Standard-Examiner has published a dearth of information on Chris Peterson's plans for the proposed gated ommunity in Ogden, his purchase of land from Weber State University and what he has been doing to the Malan's Basin property.  The Ogden Sierra Club has documented, in photos, activities he has undertaken in Malan's Basin.  Riparian areas were destroyed, beginning at the istorical site, which affect our wildlife that depend on such areas.

Ogden gets peek at peak proposal - Open house: The developer shows plans for a gondola, ski resort and luxury golf homes
The Salt Lake Tribune April 20, 2006.  Claudia Malan Crawford remembers the sad fact that her mother was not able to make it to one last family reunion in Malans Basin before she died four years ago.

Tough Crowd - Gondola plans get lukewarm reception
The Standard-Examiner April 20, 2006.  OGDEN — Developer Chris Peterson’s multimillion dollar proposal that includes the purchase of Mount Ogden Golf Course and the construction of an elaborate gondola system received mixed reviews from the public at informational meetings held Wednesday at Weber State University.

Review mixed on Ogden resort
Deseret News April 20, 2006.  A plan to "ignite" this city as a tourist stop by building luxury homes and a mountain resort was met with mixed reviews by over 2,000 residents Wednesday.

Should Ogden Build a Gondola? - For Ogden, a matter of trust NO
The Standard-Examiner April 19, 2006.  (Guest Commentary)  The need and want for open space is a constant in city planning. Fortunately there were those of means who had, in the past, been willing to donate that space for the common good. We have gotten used to this open space, enjoying its unique atmosphere, recognizing its contribution to lifestyle and its lure for commercial growth. It is so important a principle in city planning that there are national standards for open space acreage per 10,000 population.

Ogden council will look into sale - More input needed for golf course proposal
The Standard-Examiner April 19, 2006.  City Council adopted a resolution Tuesday night that sets the wheels in motion for fact-finding and public input for a $500 million proposal that includes the possible sale of Mount Ogden Golf Course to developer Chris Peterson.

Developer:  Gondola good for WSU
The Standard-Examiner April 15, 2006.  A private developer who offered Ogden $500 million to buy Mount Ogden Golf Course as part of a plan to bring a gondola to the city said unused property at Weber State University is critical to his plan.

Residents shred resort plans - Mount Ogden planning meeting turns critical on city proposal
The Standard-Examiner April 12, 2006.  A parade of speakers critical of a proposal by developer Chris Peterson to buy Mount Ogden Golf Course received a raucous ovation Tuesday night from several hundred people who attended a meeting at Wasatch Elementary School.
 
Petitions oppose east-bench project for Ogden
The Salt Lake Tribune April 11, 2006.  Two petitions are being circulated to try to thwart a Salt Lake developer's attempt to transform Ogden's east bench with luxury homes, a gondola and a mid-mountain resort.

Ogden general plan may be amended - Step necessary in order to sell course to resort developer
The Standard-Examiner April 5, 2006.  Before Mount Ogden Golf Course could be sold as part of a $500 million project to develop a gondola system, luxury homes and a resort at Malan's Basin, the Ogden City Council would have to amend the city's gneral plan.

Peterson shows Malan Plan - $500 million project includes alpine resort, luxury homes and gondola
The Standard-Examiner March 30, 2006.  Developer Chris Peterson officially unveiled his proposal Wednesday night for a $500 million project that calls for constructing a sophisticated gondola system, purchasing Mount Ogden Golf Course and building an alpine resort at picturesque Malan's Basin.

Developer to share plan with Lift Ogden - Pro-gondola group will see a dose of Peterson's vision
The Standard-Examiner March 28, 2006.  Developer Chris Peterson will share his vision Wednesday night for Malan's Basin with an organization that favors construction of a local gondola system.

Key to Ogden moving forward is embracing positive changes
The Standard-Examiner March 26, 2006.  Many months ago Ogden was approached by a developer who expressed interest in making a major investment in our community. The size of this investment looks to be in the hundreds of millions of dollars and will involve significant numbers of new jobs. These opportunities are rare for a community. I can’t think of anything since the railroad coming to town that shares the magnitude of this project.

Trading Golf for Gondola? - Ogden may sell course for project funding
The Standard-Examiner March 11, 2006.  Proceeds from a project involveing the sale of Mount Ogden Golf Course and the construction of adjacent luxury homes could help fund a $20 million gondola system, according to a pair of community leaders.

Developer May Buy Course - Plan includes Ogden Gated Community
The Standard-Examiner March 11, 2006.  A wealthy developer is floating a proposal among community leaders to acquire Mount Ogden Golf Course and vacant land owned by Weber State University to pave the way for an upscale subdivision.

Foothills homes project proposed above Ogden
The Salt Lake Tribune March 10, 2006.  A project that would transform the foothills of Ogden's east side with luxury homes stretching from the fairways of Mount Ogden Golf Course to Weber State University is being discussed in private meetings among city administrators and business and opinion leaders.  The project would be linked by gondola to Malan's Basin, about 2 1/2 miles above Ogden, where Salt Lake area developer Chris Peterson plans a housing subdivision and resort.  Ultimately, the gondola...

Clearing is begun for Weber resort
Deseret News November 24, 2005.  Crews have begun clearing trees and other vegetation in Malan's Basin for a resort that is proposed but not yet approved.

Snowbasin is opposed to gondola from Ogden
Deseret News October 17, 2005.  Snowbasin says it isn't supporting a proposal to run a gondola to the top of the ski resort from Ogden, a proposal from a relative of resort owner Earl Holding that has the mayor's endorsement.

County leaders endorse Ogden gondola idea
The Salt Lake Tribune October 4, 2005.  Elected leaders from throughout Weber County on Monday endorsed the concept of building a gondola from downtown Ogden to Weber State University.  Mayor wouldn't be interested in the city gondola if there weren't another proposal in the works for a gondola up the mountain.

Judge Postpones Ruling in Disputed 1997 Sale Of 160 Acres of Weber County Open Space
The Salt Lake Tribune May 20, 2000.  A 2nd District Judge in Ogden held off on ruling on a lawsuit filed by five Ogden Valley residents against Weber County and former Denver Bronco football player Rulon Jones over the sale in 1997 by the county of 160 acres of mountain park land to Jones.

VANISHING BREED? Ogden Valley Braces for the Boom
The Salt Lake Tribune April 17, 2000.  As Tracy Woolsey combs the sloping hillside in his John Deere tractor, seagulls converge in his wake to scavenge the freshly tilled earth. The birds aren't the only ones waiting to pounce on this prime property that sits in the shadow of Snowbasin Ski Area, 10 miles east of Ogden.

Residents fight growth in Ogden Valley
Deseret News March 13, 2000.  But developers say the Ski Lake area needs their project

Ogden Valley Park Sale Suit Is Too Late
The Salt Lake Tribune February 25, 2000.  The outrage of Ogden Valley residents over Weber County's sale of a 160-acre mountain park to a former professional football player is 2 1/2 years too late, a judge ruled Thursday.

Ogden residents suing over '97 land sale
Deseret News October 29, 1999.  Weber County commissioners announced Thursday that five valley residents have filed a notice of intent to sue the county over the sale of 160 acres of property near the Powder Mountain ski resort to former pro football player Rulon Jones.