Learn about Sierra Tract Erosion Control Project at public kick off meeting

The City of South Lake Tahoe is holding a "Kick-off Meeting" for the Sierra Tract Erosion Control Project, Phase 3 and 4, on June 30, 2015, at 6:00 p.m. at the South Lake Tahoe Recreation Center gym located at 1180 Rufus Allen Blvd.

Construction of the project is scheduled to commence in early July, 2015 and continue throughout the 2015 and 2016 summer construction seasons. The construction contractor for the project will be available to answer questions regarding construction activities and schedule.

The public is encouraged to learn more about this important project to reduce erosion and sediment discharges in to the Upper Truckee River and Lake Tahoe.

The project is located in the northwestern portion of the Sierra Tract neighborhood (see map). The project includes various water quality improvements including construction of intermittent curb and gutter, new storm drain pipe and drain inlets, infiltration systems, and infiltration basins. All construction activities will occur within the existing public right-of-way (roadway) or on publicly owned parcels.

For more information on the project, visit the City’s website http://www.cityofslt.us/ and navigate City Services>City Projects>Sierra Tract ECP, Phase 3 & 4. Project plans may be reviewed at the City Engineering Department at 1052 Tata Lane or call Mark Frisina at 530-307-9607 for more information or with any concerns during construction activities