Mission
The Passenger Tramway Advisory Council serves as the primary advisory body to the Commissioner of Labor on safety and operational matters concerning ski tows, passenger tramways, and downhill skiing.
The Council operates by discussing relevant safety issues and advising the Commissioner of Labor on matters involving ski tows, other passenger tramways, and the broader topic of downhill skiing.
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Upcoming Events
Next Meeting
November 4, 2026
Member Information
The members serve without salary or other compensation. They are eligible for reimbursement for qualifying expenses incurred in the performance of their duties.
| Member Name | Qualification | County of Residence | 2024 Expenses | 2025 Expenses | 2026 Expenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| James R. Ruhl, Ph.D, | Public Representative | Saratoga | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Gerald Fielding | Ski Area Representative | Sullivan | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Russell Coloton, Jr. | Ski Area Representative | Greene | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Thomas Sanford | Public Representative | Saratoga | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Wes Kryger | Public Representative | Cortland | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Vacant | Ski Area Representative | ||||
| Vacant | Ski Area Representative |
The passenger tramway advisory council, consisting of seven members to be appointed by the governor, by and with the advice and consent of the senate, and one of whom shall be designated as chairman by the governor. Each of four members of the council shall be an officer or employee of a ski center, and three members of the council shall be representatives of the public.
Primary Contact
- Chek Beng Ng Professional Engineer 2 (Industrial) Email: [email protected], Contact: (518) 457-7047