Northstar master plan passes next hurdle

Less than three weeks after the Placer County Planning Commission approved the Northstar Mountain Master Plan, the Board of Supervisors did the same.

It was a 5-0 vote on Feb. 21.

Components of the plan include:

• New terrain: Includes access to the Sawtooth Range. Approximately 293 acres of new groomable ski trails are proposed with over 700 acres of new skiable terrain, resulting in approximately 3,870 acres of total skiable terrain.
• New lifts: They will be added to reduce congestion in higher-use areas on the mountain and on trails returning to the village.
• Snowmaking advancements: Improving quality of snow surface conditions through additional snowmaking coverage.
• Skier services: Provide additional seating, restrooms and enhanced food service.