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Canaan Resort has lost millions
By Chris Stadelman
The Parsons Advocate
During the past 15 years Canaan Valley Resort generated an annual profit of more than $200,000 in its best year and lost more than $1.5 million in its worst, according to financial statements operator Guest Services Inc. filed with the state.
According to Guest Services, the Tucker County facility hasn’t turned a profit since 2001, with losses of more than $1 million in each of the past four years. It’s not completely clear what has led to those figures, however, because one of the fastest growing line items includes “operating supplies and other expenses.”
That figure rose from $2.065 million in 2007 to $2.94 million in 2008, according to statements the state released in response to a Freedom of Information Act request.
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By Anna Patrick
The Parsons Advocate
More than 300 people came to Canaan Valley National Wildlife Refuge to enjoy a neighborhood
block party and celebration of Canaan Valley.
Saturday’s event was filled with activities designed for people to learn more about the refuge and
Canaan Valley as well. A morning nature hike was followed by the unveiling of the Founder’s Overlook Conceptual Drawing. Refuge manager Jonathan Schafler addressed the crowd and thanked the staff and
the Friends of the 500th for their support.
“Thank you so much for letting us be a part of this valley,” Schafler said. Having been a refuge for only 15 years, Schafler said, “We’ve come a long way in a short period of time.”
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By Kelly Stadelman
The Parsons Advocate
The Canaan Valley Public Service District is finalizing the $11.9 million budget for the decentralized wastewater collection and treatment system, while exploring funding options for land and right-of-way acquisitions.
“The hardest thing about this project is getting the budget put together so that everything fits,” PSD Chairman Bob Metzger said. “Every federal grant has a different match requirement, and the money can only be used for certain things.”
During the June 25 meeting, PSD members discussed how to respond to the West Virginia Public Service Commission’s requests by Thursday.
“They want copies of all the letters where we are receiving funding and additional information on (the cash flow),” attorney John Cooper said.
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