"Yes, these are the same lifts Vail wanted to upgrade back in 2022, but was blocked by four residents stating the resort didn't share enough information regarding how the upgrades would affect capacity at the resort. Specifically, the residents were concerned that the proposed upgrades would exceed the Comfortable Carrying Capacity (CCC) as outline in the 1998 development agreement. CCC is a metric that determines the number of skiers and riders the mountain could comfortably accommodate."
"These lift upgrades would shorten wait times at the resort, so guests can enjoy more time skiing instead of waiting. if approved on a set timeline, Vail Resorts plans to install both lifts in time for winter 2027-28. Vail Resorts was so prepared for these upgrades that the new lifts were in the parking lot at PCMR ready to be installed. Ultimately, the new Silverlode and Eagle lifts were shipped to Whistler Blackcomb where they now operate as the Fitzsimmons and Jersey Cream lifts."
Vail Resorts resubmitted Silverlode and Eagle lift upgrade applications to the Park City town council. The Silverlode Express would be changed from a six-pack to an eight-pack. The Eagle Triple would be converted into the Eagle Express six-pack with the addition of a mid-station. Four residents previously blocked the same upgrades, citing insufficient information about effects on capacity and potential parking impacts. Residents argued the upgrades could exceed the Comfortable Carrying Capacity (CCC) set in the 1998 development agreement, and a 2023 court ruling favored the residents. Vail contends upgraded lifts would not draw more guests and targets installation for winter 2027-28, though the lifts were shipped to Whistler Blackcomb and now operate there.
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