We are delighted when the local media provides coverage. Many thanks to John Mackenzie at Shaw Cable for this three minute backgrounder on the railroad. Click the youtube button to watch it full size on your screen See other Shaw Powell River videos here
Here is an updated information summary
To continue operation, we must address administration of the Miniature Railway
information summary
We received permission to expand from the PR Regional District and stakeholders of the Paradise Exhibition Grounds through the Paradise Exhibition Park Society (PEPS). |
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Liability Insurance. Our $2m insurance is in place; effective July 1, 2012. The shed and contents (the train) are insured for $12,500. Our track is uninsured. Equipment from visiting members or guests comes at their risk. |
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Funding. Funding is managed through the PRFMS accounts. Donations and revenues directed at the railway is used to fund Railway expenses. See opportunities to donate here. |
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In-Kind donations. Local businesses continue to be generous in providing fill, equipment, lumber etc to keep the cash costs down. |
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Membership. We always need more members willing to donate time for club projects and fund their own projects for use on Railway Section track. See opportunities to join here. |
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Safety. The Chief Engineer ensures all those operating the train are adequately trained. |
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Construction standards and scales. |
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Ownership of Rolling Stock. Some members prefer to build/buy their own rolling stock and share it during operating days, which is always welcome. For club-owned assets, the member(s) building the items to be owned by the railway section will be reimbursed for material expenses, but never for labour. |