Re: Progress In Como

Tim Bain Wrote:
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> . . . However, arguably the biggest "Step Forward"
> happened in the last week. Our South Park Rail
> Society president has just purchased the Como
> Hotel & Depot so now the whole historical Como
> Railyard site north of the Boreas Pass road is
> under the control of the SPR Society. To be clear,
> our partners at the DSP&PHS still hold a lease on
> the Depot and they will continue to develop the
> Depot Museum along with leading a few other
> projects that include the Como Water Tank project
> along with interests at other locations along the
> old C&S line. However the ownership of the Como
> property is now secured for future preservation.
>
> Also, the plan for the renovation of the hotel is
> being developed. Work to begin soon. So in the
> near future, we could see hotel rooms, a Pub and
> maybe even a restaurant return to Como.  Only
> now, the revenue will go to help support the Como
> Project overall . . .

> If you would like more information or would like
> to help support The Como Project, check out
> the website: South Park Rail Society


That's great news about the hotel & restaurant, Tim -

I very much enjoyed staying there five years ago, but it was a bit spartan and a real pain to have to drive all the way to Fairplay for breakfast and dinner.  Having a comfortable place to stay and convenient meals should make it a lot easier for volunteers to come help for a long weekend or even a week!

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