April 30, 1997 Next Phase Begins in Parks Privatization Process Sandra Kelly, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Recreation, today announced that government has completed the evaluation segment of the parks privatization process, and is currently involved in discussions with the top-ranked proponents. Twenty-one provincial parks were offered for privatization opportunities in February of this year. The top-ranked applicants are currently being contacted to initiate further discussion toward finalizing an agreement. The names of the successful applicants and the parks in question will remain confidential until a final agreement is reached. "Government is thoroughly impressed with the calibre of the applications we have reviewed," Ms. Kelly said. "These parks, once privatized, will provide both an excellent business opportunity, and the level of service demanded by the public." The parks' properties being made available include: Backside Pond, Bellevue Beach, Beothuck, Catamaran, David Smallwood, Duley Lake, Fitzgerald's Pond, Flatwater Pond, Gushue's Pond, Grand Codroy, Indian River, Jack's Pond, Jipujijkuei Kuespem, Jonathan's Pond, Marine Drive, Northern Bay Sands, Piccadilly Head, River of Ponds, Sop's Arm, Square Pond, and Windmill Bight. The closing date for submission of proposals was 12 noon on April 4, 1997. The proposals were directed to the Department of Government Services and Lands. Proposals were required to be developed in accordance with proposal guidelines which were made available from the Government Services Centres situated throughout the province. Contact: Laura Cochrane, Director of Communications, (709) 729- 0928.
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