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Ski Area Safety Board

The Ski Area Safety Board was created by 1962 PA 199.

The duties of the board include rule promulgation for ski areas and lifts  necessary for the enforcement of the provisions of the act and proposing legislation to establish the fee schedule for permits, inspections, and plan review activities.

Governor's Appointments Page

Requests to appear before the Ski Area Safety Board (including completed documentation and applicable fee) must be submitted at least 35 days prior to the meeting date. Meeting dates, times, and locations are subject to change.

All meetings will be held at 611 W. Ottawa Street, Lansing, MI 48933.

The meeting site and parking are accessible. Individuals attending a meeting are requested to refrain from using heavily scented personal care products, in order to enhance accessibility for everyone. Please make sure all cell phones, pagers, and other personal electronic devices are turned off or set to vibrate. People with disabilities requiring additional services (such as materials in alternative format) in order to participate in a meeting should contact BCC's Administrative Services Division by emailing LARA-BCC-Boards-Commissions@michigan.gov or calling 517-241-9303 at least 10 workdays before the meeting date. LARA is an equal opportunity employer/program.

Timothy Meyer, Lower Peninsula Ski Area Managers-Chairperson

Keith Lambert, Ex officio member w/o Vote

Charles Gano, Central US Ski Association-Vice Chairperson

Robert Meyers, Public Member for the Upper Peninsula w/Ski Experience

Vacant, Upper Peninsula Ski Area Manager

Thomas Wheat, Professional Engineer w/Ski Experience

Dana Carnevale, Lower Peninsula Ski Area Managers

Vacant, Officer of the Michigan Tourist Council

Timothy Lodge, Public Member for the Lower Peninsula w/ Ski Experience

2023 Ski Area Safety Board Meetings 

June 8, 2023 1:00 pm; Regular Meeting - UL CR 4

Submittal Deadline: May 4, 2023

Public Notice Agenda Minutes Final Decisions

September 28, 2023 1:00 pm; Regular Meeting - UL CR 4

Submittal Deadline: August 24, 2023

Public Notice Agenda Minutes Final Decisions

2022 Ski Area Safety Board Meetings

June 9, 2022 1:00 pm; Regular Meeting - UL CR 4

Submittal Deadline: May 5, 2022

Public Notice Agenda Minutes Orders

September 29, 2022 1:00 pm; Regular Meeting - UL CR 4

Submittal Deadline: August 25, 2022

Public Notice Agenda Minutes Final Decisions