Former Olympic luger led the World University Games planning By James M. Odato For the first time in its history, the Olympic Regional Development Authority will turn to a woman to handle all the operations of the skiing, skating, sliding … [Read more...] about Olympic authority chooses Ashley Walden as new CEO
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State-run ski centers see record visits
ORDA facilities see more than a million visitors this past fiscal year By Rick Karlin, Times Union LAKE PLACID — Boosted by major sports competitions and facilities upgrades including a zipline and a Cliffside Coaster ride, the … [Read more...] about State-run ski centers see record visits
State receives another blow for denying records
Olympic authority told again to release public documents By Tim Rowland A state appeals court has sided with the Adirondack Explorer’s attempt to review safety records related to the sliding sports at Mt. Van Hoevenberg. The Supreme Court … [Read more...] about State receives another blow for denying records
Despite warm weather, University Games organizers promise snow, ice
Ticket sales at 19% of goal for winter sports event opening Thursday By James M. Odato Despite weather closer to the kind found in mud season, ice and snow needed to host the World University Games in the Adirondacks will cover the tracks to be … [Read more...] about Despite warm weather, University Games organizers promise snow, ice
Series of raises set for employees at Olympic facilities
ORDA votes on six-year pact for union workforce By James M. OdatoMore than 160 employees of the state’s skiing and sledding mountains will be receiving a series of raises over the next four years under a contract recommended by the leaders of the … [Read more...] about Series of raises set for employees at Olympic facilities
Hochul taps former DEC commissioner to lead Olympic authority board
Lake Placid resident Joe Martens returns to state post By James M. Odato Former Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Joe Martens is the new head of the Olympic Regional Development Authority board. Gov. Kathy Hochul chose … [Read more...] about Hochul taps former DEC commissioner to lead Olympic authority board