TRPA community liaison Jeff Cowen honored by North Tahoe chamber

Submitted by Editor on Fri, 02/17/2012 - 5:38pm
By Kristi Boosman

Tahoe Regional Planning Agency employee Jeff Cowen was honored as the recipient of the North Lake Tahoe Chamber and Resort Association’s Employee of the Year Award for his outstanding work as TRPA’s Community Liaison.
“I was shocked and truly honored to receive this recognition,” Cowen said about the award. “I am lucky in my job because I get to inform the community about all the great work being done by TRPA staff. I know I share this award with them,” he said.
Cowen was honored during the North Lake Tahoe Chamber's 58th Annual Community Awards Dinner held at the Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe on February 16. He was among multiple other recipients of the 2011 Employee Service Awards from businesses and agencies throughout the Tahoe Basin.

At the award’s ceremony, Cowen was described as having “done yeoman service as a liaison between the TRPA and the community, never hesitating to tackle difficult issues and situations, and always bringing to the encounter enthusiasm, good humor, and a real regard for the public understanding of what the Agency is doing and why.”
TRPA Executive Director, Joanne S. Marchetta, congratulated Cowen saying, “TRPA is committed to providing excellent public service as part of our new strategic direction. Jeff exemplifies this with his commitment and hard work on behalf of our communities and the Tahoe environment,” she said.
Chuck Green was also honored as Volunteer of the Year as a member of TRPA’s Advisory Planning Commission. He was described as being a driving force behind preserving the history of the region. “Chuck is tireless in his contribution and provides value wherever he works. He exemplifies the volunteer spirit in the Region,” explained Chief Operating Officer, Ed Gurowitz.
The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency cooperatively leads the effort to preserve, restore, and enhance the unique natural and human environment of the Lake Tahoe Region now and in the future.
For additional information, call Kristi Boosman at (775) 589-5230 or send an email to kboosman@trpa.org.

Sponsor Showcase

Tahoe Media Group
Tahoe Media is a full-service multimedia company whose success results from delivering targeted and measured results. Tahoe Media has a talented group of graphic designers, nationally recognized photographers, copy writers and software engineers. As technological innovators we can assist your company attain qualified connections and media reach. Our elite team translates our enthusiasm into consistent solutions and analytics.

Tahoe Powder House

Since 1994, Powder House has grown to become the largest and most
complete ski & snowboard rental shop in South Lake Tahoe, California.
For convenience and value of ski and snowboard rental packages, you
cannot beat the Powder House Ski and Snowboard of Lake Tahoe.

Please contact us by phone (530) 542-6222 or e-mail us with any questions you may have regarding Lake Tahoe ski and snowboard rentals, and accessories. Stop by and "check out" the very best ski and snowboard rental equipment on the market.

Use promo code “southtahoenow” to get 25% OFF on your next reservation at http://www.tahoepowderhouse.com

Motherlode Century

Welcome to the Motherlode Century! This amazing bicycling event will be held Sunday, May 20, 2012. Our mission is to provide you the best bicycle ride Northern California has to offer. We hope your positive experience here will not only compel you to participate every year, but will also entice you to return to enjoy a river trip, wine tasting or the many products this bountiful area has to offer. This century bike ride benefits the American River Conservancy, and Breathe California Sacramento Emigrant Trail charities.
Staged in the foothills of the Gold Country the Motherlode offers three ride options. The Gold Dust (31 miles), The Gold Nugget ( 67 miles), and the Motherlode (100 miles).
The start/finish and host camp is Earthtrek Expeditions located in Lotus, CA on the South Fork of the American River, in the beautiful Coloma Valley. This camp is our base for pre-ride check-in, and post ride dinner. Not only is this area a mecca for recreation, but also a center of fine food, wine and beer production.

Peace of Mind Float Spa

Peace of Mind Float Spa L.L.C. is Lake Tahoe's premiere Sensory Deprivation (Float Tank) destination. We provide 2 float tanks as well as a Far Infared Sauna and an Aroma Therapy Oxygen Bar to enhance your complete flotation experience. Operated by Karin and Darin Nobriga, long time Tahoe locals. We provide the most relaxing mind and body experience in the Tahoe basin.

We're located at 290 Kingsbury Grade, Stateline, Nevada next to the Goal Post and a quarter mile from the Stateline casinos. We offer local and casino employee discounts and encourage those who haven't floated, to try the most relaxing experience of their lives.
What is Floating?
Floating is a therapeutic treatment that isolates the user from environmental stimulus, greatly reducing stress, and easing the body into a state of equilibrium. Floating is also known as flotation therapy, floating therapy, float therapy, restricted environmental stimulation therapy (or REST), and Epsom salt hydrotherapy. The flotation tank is referred to as an isolation tank, sensory deprivation chamber, float tank, floating tank, and rest tank.

The flotation tank itself is a sensory deprivation pod with 10 inch deep water warmed to 93.5 degrees and enriched with 800 pounds of Epsom salt (magnesium sulfate). The tank has an advanced filtration/purification system that operates according to regulations from the State of Nevada.

The space inside is approximately 8 feet long by 4 feet wide. Although some may be wary of feeling claustrophobic the first time they float, the tank door opens freely and you are in complete control. You can come and go as you wish. You can also float with the door open. For those who would like audio stimulation, relaxing music is available.
The experience of floating is unique. Inside the tank you’ll float effortlessly on the surface of 93.5 degree water. Floaters feel a sense of weightlessness. That weightlessness, the temperature of the water, and the dark, quiet space of the tank allow the brain to ease into a theta* brain wave state. This usually happens in the second half hour of a one hour float session. First time floaters should not expect instant results. Generally it takes more than one float to completely “let go” and fully experience flotation.

Motherlode Century

Welcome to the Motherlode Century! This amazing bicycling event will be held Sunday, May 20, 2012. Our mission is to provide you the best bicycle ride Northern California has to offer. We hope your positive experience here will not only compel you to participate every year, but will also entice you to return to enjoy a river trip, wine tasting or the many products this bountiful area has to offer. This century bike ride benefits the American River Conservancy, and Breathe California Sacramento Emigrant Trail charities.
Staged in the foothills of the Gold Country the Motherlode offers three ride options. The Gold Dust (31 miles), The Gold Nugget ( 67 miles), and the Motherlode (100 miles).
The start/finish and host camp is Earthtrek Expeditions located in Lotus, CA on the South Fork of the American River, in the beautiful Coloma Valley. This camp is our base for pre-ride check-in, and post ride dinner. Not only is this area a mecca for recreation, but also a center of fine food, wine and beer production.