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South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/16/2017 - 11:00pm
The following are the 63 incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue and Cal-Tahoe JPA ambulances responded to from July 7-12, 2017.
7/7
04:17 - 2600 block of Genoa Ave - Special type of incident, Dispatch error
03:40 - Barton Hospital - EMS Interfacility Transfer
11:47 - 1100 block of 3rd St - Central station, malicious false alarm
12:37 - 1000 block of Al Tahoe Blvd - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
15:14 - 2000 block of Marconi Way - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
Former President Bill Clinton expected to fly into South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/11/2017 - 5:16pm
During the South Lake Tahoe City Council meeting Tuesday, City Manager Nancy Kerry said former President Bill Clinton may be arriving into town for the American Century Championship celebrity golf tournament at Stateline this week.
While the former president isn't scheduled to play golf during the American Century Championship at Edgewood Tahoe this week, he may be arriving at the Lake Tahoe Airport as celebrities are also arriving, said Kerry.
The city has made preparations for his arrival, but there is no guarantee he'll show, she said.
First foray into South Lake Tahoe regulations for marijuana growing and selling
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/10/2017 - 2:59pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Since the passage of Proposition 64 by voters in California in September, the state, cities and counties are figuring out how to move forward in allowing, or not allowing, storefront sales in their communities.
During Tuesday's South Lake Tahoe City Council meeting, the City will look at their City Code 6.55 Article X which is for marijuana cultivation and medical marijuana dispensaries.
Vacation rentals in South Lake Tahoe again the focus of City Council workshop
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/10/2017 - 8:53am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Lake Tahoe City Council has been working with the public, home owners, residents and vacation rental companies for years in trying to get a vacation home rental ordinance that works for everyone.
The balancing act will continue during a Vacation Rental Workshop during the next City Council meeting on July 11.
Super Scoopers return to Lake Tahoe Airport
Submitted by paula on Sat, 07/08/2017 - 12:33am
Two Bombardier CL415 firefighting aircraft have returned to South Lake Tahoe for their third summer, using the airport as a base once again to fight fires across the nation.
In 2015 the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) got the aircraft on a five year contract to use at their disposal. They can be used around Lake Tahoe or sent to other states, depending on the need.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/07/2017 - 4:07pm
The following are the 152 incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue department responded to from June 27-July 6, 2017.
June 27
06:16 - 2600 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
09:25 - Champlain Dr at Herbert Ave - Smoke scare, odor of smoke
10:29 - 3400 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
10:46 - 4000 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
11:29 - 3800 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
Fatal crash in Alpine County
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/05/2017 - 8:50am
A single car crash in Alpine County Monday afternoon claimed the life of a Nevada man.
At 3:30 p.m. on July 3, the driver of a Ford pickup was headed east on Airport Road one mile east of State Route 89 in Markleeville, Calif. For an unknown reason the car drifted off of the paved portion of the road and onto the shoulder. The pickup and driver went down a steep dirt embankment and overturned onto it's roof. It was a single crash.
The unidentified 61-year-old male driver was from Moundhouse, Nev. No alcohol appears to be involved.
Owners of Zephyr Cove company sentenced for fraudulent exchange visitor program
Submitted by paula on Wed, 06/28/2017 - 3:39pm
Perspective employees coming to the Unitied States on a J-1 Visa were taken advantage of by a company run by Zephyr Cove, Nevada resident David Marzano, his wife Linda Blair and adult daughter Janece Burke.
First Responder Behavioral Health Fair in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 06/21/2017 - 10:20am
Event Date:
June 26, 2017 - 4:00pm
First responders and the public are invited to the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue's "First Responder Behavioral Health Fair" on Monday, June 26 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Lake Tahoe Airport.
Learn from the experts about the signs and symptoms of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), alternative methods on treatment, stress relievers and other ways to maintain good mental health when dealing with high stress jobs such as police and fire.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue
Submitted by paula on Tue, 06/20/2017 - 8:56pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The following are incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue department responded to 235 calls from May 26 - June 19, 2017.
05/26
10:46 - 1000 block of Al Tahoe Blvd - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
13:44 - 3700 block of Montreal Rd - Medical assist, assist EMS crew
14:24 - 700 block of Eloise Ave - Electrical wiring/equipment problem, other
15:02 - 2100 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
20:48 - 3300 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd - Vehicle accident with injuries
Douglas County man arrested in Carson City on suspicion of Nevada County murder
Submitted by paula on Fri, 06/09/2017 - 12:45pm
A 27-year-old Douglas County man, a suspect in a California homicide investigation, was arrested Thursday night during a joint agency operation that happened at an Airport Road apartment complex, said Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong.
The arrest happened at around 6:40 p.m. and involved the Carson City Sheriff’s Office SWAT team and California law enforcement agencies.
At 8:45 p.m. Furlong released the following statement:
Lake Tahoe Airport Master Plan approved
Submitted by paula on Tue, 06/06/2017 - 10:57pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - With the Lake Tahoe Airport not having scheduled passenger service since 2001, and with a master plan last updated in 1992, it was time to create a new plan based on the needs of the area today, and in the future.
City's study on South Lake Tahoe vacation home rentals released
Submitted by paula on Mon, 06/05/2017 - 10:16pm
Event Date:
June 13, 2017 - 9:00am
The much anticipated socio-economic study of the impact vacation home rentals (VHR) have on South Lake Tahoe has been released.
Michael Baker International was hired by the City to complete the study and create the report to identify emerging impacts of a growing industry, particularly impacts that may be directly affecting residents and persons who work in the city. They teamed with California State University, Sacramento on the project.
Upper Truckee channel and revegetation project doing well with extra runoff
Submitted by paula on Mon, 06/05/2017 - 2:28pm
"The channel looks good and recovery is holding up," said Theresa Cody, Restoration Hydrologist with the U.S. Forest Service. "Water is on the flood plains as its supposed to."
Cody was talking about the $7 million project on part of the Upper Truckee River known as Reach 5. The three-year long restoration project was to improve the river channel stability and aquatic habitat along 1.2 miles of the river adjacent to the Lake Tahoe Airport.
Sass Talk: Cannabis discussion continues
Submitted by paula on Sat, 06/03/2017 - 9:01am
I took a couple of field trips this month related to learning more about cannabis and how it may affect our city if retail, commercial grows, testing, and edible production are implemented. I learned a lot and will share some of the highlights with you.
The first trip was to Breckenridge, a visit I piggybacked on top of a wedding I attended in Vail. I met with their Mayor, City Manager (formerly the police chief) and the assistant city manager. We met for two hours and our talk was primarily centered on their experiences with the legalization of cannabis in Breckenridge.
Reception for new South LakeTahoe art gallery at City Hall
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/01/2017 - 6:18pm
Event Date:
June 12, 2017 - 6:00pm
A reception to unveil the new art gallery at City Hall in South lake Tahoe will be held on Monday, June 12 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The public is invited to this free event.
The City and Tahoe Arts Alliance (TAA) have teamed up on the project which will bring work of local artists to the walls at the entrance of City Hall at the airport. Their art will be rotated throughout the year and all art will be available for purchase.
The new art gallery reception will include a meet and greet with displaying artists and city officials.
Douglas County 6th graders learn about Minden-Tahoe Airport
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/16/2017 - 2:46pm
Four hundred Douglas County middle school students toured Minden-Tahoe Airport last week. Students had the opportunity to learn about how airplanes and airports work and how they might someday be involved in aviation. The organizers of the four day program calculated that more than 38 people volunteered some 350 hours in order to make this program a success.
CalPERS to extract $4.5B from public agencies over next 5 years: City's total up $4.9M
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/15/2017 - 2:07pm
During Tuesday's South Lake Tahoe City Council meeting, the City's financial forecast over the next five years will be presented. Included in that will be a review of how the City prepared to meet anticipated increases for South Lake Tahoe programs and services by budgeting conservatively. What could not be budgeted for though was a 100% increase by the California Public Employee Retirement Systems (CalPERS).
Community members sought to fill vacancies on SLT Board of Appeals
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/13/2017 - 6:33pm
The South Lake Tahoe City Council is looking for three community members to take a spot on the Building & Housing Board of Appeals.
Those who apply need to reside within the Tahoe Basin portion of EI Dorado County.
Board members hear appeals regarding requirements of the City relating to the use, maintenance and change of occupancy of buildings and structures, including requirements governing alteration, additions, repair, demolition and moving. In addition, they hear appeals relating to new building construction and appeals relating to existing buildings.
Prescribed burning to continue around Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/12/2017 - 3:30pm
Weather permitting, North Lake Tahoe and Tahoe Douglas fire protection districts, California State Parks, California Tahoe Conservancy, and the U.S. Forest Service may continue prescribed fire operations next week beginning May 15, 2017. If conditions are favorable, operations may take place near Sugar Pine Point, Brockway Summit, Incline Village, Glenbrook, Lower Kingsbury Grade, Ski Run Boulevard, Lake Tahoe Airport, Fallen Leaf Lake and Meyers. Operations may continue over the next several weeks, weather permitting.
A) 5 acres on Lower Kinsgbury
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/07/2017 - 9:19pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE - The following is a recap of activity the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to 255 calls between April 24 - May 2, 2017.
Calls Resulting in Arrests:
4/24
Burglary in the 1000 block of AL Tahoe Blvd
DUI at Emerald Bay Rd & 10th St
4/25
Unlicensed Driver at Tahoe Keys Blvd & Lake Tahoe Blvd
Drunk in Public in the 2300 block of James Ave
DUI at Palmira & River Dr
4/26
Trespassing in the 1000 block of Al Tahoe Blvd
Unlicensed Driver at Rufus Allen & Lake Tahoe Blvd
Prescribed burning to continue next week around Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/06/2017 - 5:35pm
If conditions are favorable around Lake Tahoe next week, the North Lake Tahoe and Tahoe Douglas fire protection districts, California State Parks, California Tahoe Contservancy, and the U.S. Forest Service will be continuing their prescribed fire operations.
Operations are scheduled near Sugar Pine Point, Brockway Summit, Incline Village, Glenbrook, Lower Kingsbury Grade, Ski Run Boulevard, Lake Tahoe Airport, Fallen Leaf Lake and Meyers.
Points on the map:
A) 5 acres on Lower Kingbury
B) 32 acres on Upper Jennifer/Tyner area
C) 5 acres at Sugar Pine Point
Lake Tahoe roadside boat inspection stations open for season
Submitted by paula on Sat, 04/29/2017 - 7:51am
Boating season in Lake Tahoe is here, and with it comes the return of roadside stations that will inspect and decontaminate motorized boats and watercraft heading to the lake.
All motorized watercraft require inspection for aquatic invasive species (AIS) prior to launching into Lake Tahoe, Fallen Leaf Lake and Echo Lake. Invasive species, such as quagga mussels, New Zealand mudsnails, and hydrilla, are known to multiply quickly and colonize underwater surfaces, including docks and piers, water supply and filtration systems, buoys, moored boats, and even the beautiful rocky shoreline.
Search underway for plane missing after taking off from Truckee-Tahoe airport
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/18/2017 - 6:05pmMembers of Civil Air Patrol’s California Wing are helping the Sierra County Sheriff’s Office search for a missing Socata aircraft with two people on board.
Officials say the Socata TB-20 Trinidad left the Truckee-Tahoe Airport in Truckee, California, just before 4:00 p.m. on Monday and family members reported the aircraft was overdue Monday night it failed to arrive at Petaluma Municipal Airport.
Vacation rentals in South Lake Tahoe continue to divide community
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/17/2017 - 2:11pm
Cities around the country are having ongoing discussions and debates about single family homes in their community being used as short-term vacation rentals. South Lake Tahoe is not alone in this issue which has pitted home owners vs. home owners vs. community members. As with any divisive issue, there is no easy answer.
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Sat, 04/15/2017 - 11:47am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE - The following is a recap of activity the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to 176 calls between April 4-10, 2017.
Calls Resulting in Arrests:
4/4
Drug Offense in the 3700 block of Blackwood Road
Spousal Abuse in the 3900 block of Pioneer Trail
Drunk in Public in the 2100 block of South Ave
Battery in the 900 block of Modesto Ave
4/5
Drunk in Public in the 4100 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
Transient/Homeless in the 1900 block of Airport Rd
Violation of Court Order in the 800 block of Tahoe Keys
Establishment of renewable energy and carbon emission goals on SLT Council agenda
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/14/2017 - 10:53pm
The South Lake Tahoe City Council will vote Tuesday on adopting a resolution to use 100 percent renewable energy by the year 2030.
"This could be a historic moment for the community, as we would join a growing movement of communities taking control of their energy future to tackle climate change," said Devin Middlebrook, TRPA Sustainability Program Coordinator. "We expect a big crowd of supporters wearing white shirts and 100 percent stickers in solidarity."
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/11/2017 - 3:19pm
The following are incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue department responded to from April 1-10, 2017.
4/1
11:02 - 2700 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
08:53 - 210 block of South Ave - EMS call, Interfacility Transfer
11:45 11 - block of Tata Ln - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
12:57 - 1500 block of Kirkwood Meadows Dr - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
16:46 - 1000 block of Johnson Blvd - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
18:53 - 900 block of Julie Ln - Building fire
Man arrested on arson charges after campfire gets out of hand
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/06/2017 - 11:53am
A man attempting to warm his feet after a night spent in the forest is now in the El Dorado County Jail on charges of arson on forest Land.
South Lake Tahoe Fire and Police Departments responded to the 11:37 a.m. call on Wednesday, April 5, 2017 on Airport Road. There they found Matthew Raymond Hamilton, 41, who told them he started the illegal fire but it got out of hand and caught a tree on fire. Hamilton called 911.
When SLTFR arrived they extinguished the small fire which was about 3' x 3' and involved a tree stump.
New lieutenant and sergeant for South Lake Tahoe Police Department
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/03/2017 - 7:18pm
Two members of the South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) were promoted on during an official swearing-in ceremony at the Lake Tahoe Airport on Monday.
Shannon Laney was promoted to lieutenant and Doug Sentell was promoted to sergeant as they took their oath with SLTPD Police Chief Brian Uhler.
With the retirement of Brian Williams, Laney was chosen to take his place, then Sentell took over Laney's old position.
Noise, fees, roads and budget on SLT City Council meeting agenda
Submitted by paula on Sun, 04/02/2017 - 5:34pm
A possible change in the way the City of South Lake Tahoe addresses noise at the airport will be discussed during the City Council's April 4 meeting. The City's current noise monitoring program is strictly voluntary since South Lake Tahoe is not considered a "noise problem airport."
Since 1992, SLT has collected data and reported it to the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) per a 20-year agreement that expired on September 30, 2012.
City's new vision statement: We will reflect the national treasure in which we live
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/05/2017 - 9:39pm
The City of South Lake Tahoe now has a new vision statement to guide all of their decisions: "We will reflect the national treasure in which we live."
During a two-day long retreat and strategic planning session, the City Council and staff leaders met to discuss their strategies over the next two years, something they do right after every Council election.
City leaders will now get other agencies on the South Shore to join them in this mission, as well as the community. The vision will be reflected on City materials, a new logo, and be the "guiding principle in decision making."
Tuesday morning look at Lake Tahoe area roads and weather
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/21/2017 - 9:42am
It was very windy overnight in South Lake Tahoe with the highest gust of 56 mph recorded at the Lake Tahoe Airport at 1:03 a.m. Tuesday morning. From 7:00 p.m. Monday to 8:00 a.m. Tuesday morning, winds have stayed in the 30-50 mph range. According to the forecast, winds will 25 mph during the day with gusts as high as 45 mph Tuesday, breezy over night with winds 15-20 mph and gusts to 30 mph.
Alpine Meadows (recorded at 8643 feet) experienced high winds all night with winds at 11:00 p.m. Monday recorded at 144 mph along with gusts of 199 mph.
Internet, cable and some phone services restored for Lake Tahoe an Carson Valley
Submitted by paula on Fri, 02/17/2017 - 11:03am
9:40 p.m. update: Internet and cable service for customers in the South Lake Tahoe and Carson Valley region have been restored.
The severed fiber option lines above Airport Road in Minden were reconnected one-by-one. According to Charter, there can be thousands of wires in each line.
* * *
5:15 p.m. update: Charter Communications estimates their crews will have services restored to the region by 8:00 p.m.
City Council approves new residential marijuana cultivation ordinance
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/07/2017 - 7:42pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF. - As the State of California figures out how commercial sales of recreational marijuana will be handled in 2018, the City of South Lake Tahoe has adjusted the marijuana ordinance to handle residential grows.
With the passage of Proposition 64 in November, residents can grow up to six plants in their homes, and the City changed their medical marijuana ordinance to match the requirements of the new law legalizing recreational use.
Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/06/2017 - 9:58am
Good morning skiers and riders, and if you're visiting, welcome to Lake Tahoe!
Today is Monday, February 6.
WINTER STORM WARNING IS POSTED THROUGH TONIGHT TILL 10:00PM…
IF YOU ARE GOING… KNOW THAT IT IS SNOWING AND BLOWING! WIND & WEATHER ARE AFFECTING LIFTS AT ALL RESORTS…
MT ROSE & DONNER SKI RANCH ARE CLOSED.
HEAVENLY HAS DIPPER, COMET, OLYMPIC, NORTHBOWL & TAMARACK ON WIND HOLD;
DIAMOND PEAK HAS CRYSTAL EXPRESS ON WIND HOLD;
SUGAR BOWL HAS UPPER MOUNTAIN LIFTS ON WIND HOLD;
SQUAW & ALPINE HAVE ALL UPPER MTN LIFTS ON WIND HOLD.
Council to discuss marijuana ordinance for South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 02/05/2017 - 7:57pm
With the passage of Proposition 64 in November, South Lake Tahoe and other cities around the state are taking a look at their codes and regulations to be consistent with requirements that came with the legalization of marijuana for personal use. Californians voted 57.13 percent in favor of the proposition. On a local level, the vote was very close in El Dorado County with 50.07 percent of the voters against the legalization of marijuana.
Lake Tahoe area ski and weather news: The Mountain Resort Report©
Submitted by paula on Sun, 02/05/2017 - 10:04am
Good morning skiers and riders, and if you're visiting, welcome to lake Tahoe!
Today is Sunday, February 5.
GET OUT ON THE MOUNTAIN TODAY BEFORE THE BIG GAME… A BREAK IN WEATHER, BUT STILL MOSTLY CLOUDY SKIES AND ISSUES WITH WINDS AFFECTING SOME UPPER MOUNTAIN LIFTS. CALL AHEAD!
WINTER STORM WARNING IS POSTED TO START TONIGHT THRU TOMORROW NIGHT… 6-10” AT LAKE TAHOE AND 1-2 FEET ALONG THE SIERRA CREST…
SURFACE CONDITIONS CONTINUE TO BE MACHINE GROOMED AND SKIER/RIDER PACKED & FIRM PACKED SNOW WITH FRESH HEAVY POWDER ON TOP.
South Lake Tahoe City Council appoints citizens to commission seats
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/17/2017 - 4:39pm
It looks like the SLT Parks & Recreation Commission is about to get bigger as the City has found that its too big of a job for just five people with the number of sub-committees and other tasks needed as the creation of a new recreation city is on the horizon.
During Tuesday's South Lake Tahoe City Council meeting they appointed five commissioners, then took the first steps to expand the commission by two members. In a resolution at the next Council meeting, that will be a done deal, if approved.
Could more concerts be held at the SLT Community Fields in the future?
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/16/2017 - 7:00pm
During Tuesday's City Council meeting, Paul Reder of PR Entertainment will make a presentation about the possibility of his company holding one or two concerts a year on the South Lake Tahoe Community play fields.
Reder, the owner of The Loft at Heavenly Village, is also the man behind the Reggae Festival and Electronic Dance Music's (EDM) Bass Camp Festival, both held on the South Shore.
24 community members vying for SLT commission seats
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/16/2017 - 6:01pm
After a record number of candidates sought election to the South Lake Tahoe City Council in November, another large group of citizens are seeking assignments to four City commissions.
During their next meeting on Tuesday, January 16, the City Council will fill the open seats on those commissions: Planning, Parks & Recreation, Airport Land Use and Building/ADA Board of Appeals.
City looking for representative to County Commission on Aging
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/06/2017 - 8:21pm
Interested in representing your city on the El Dorado County Commission on Aging? They are accepting application from those interested in serving until February 1.
The Commission on Aging (COA) is an advisory Committee to the El Dorado County Board of Supervisors that works with the Director of the Area Agency on Aging on
Two arrested for 'spotlighting' and other charges surrounding illegal deer hunting
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/23/2016 - 12:35am
Two Markleville, Calif., men were arrested on December 17 after a Department of Fish Wildlife warden caught them near Diamond Valley Road and Airport Road (Alpine County) as they attempted to "spotlight" deer.
According to Lt. Chris Stoots of California Fish & Wildlife, Ramsey Gene Horse, 29, and William Eugene Berreman, 26, were allegedly driving a Ford sedan with an artificial light in an attempt to spot and kill deer, an illegal action called spotlighting. They also had two loaded rifles in the back seat.
December 30 deadline to apply for City of South Lake Tahoe commissions and board
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/20/2016 - 8:42pm
The deadline is rapidly approaching for locals to apply for 19 open positions on City of South Lake Tahoe commissions and boards.
Two year appointments are now being accepted for Airport Land Use Commission, Building/ADA Board of Appeals, Parks & Recreation Commission and Planning Commission.
Completed applications must be returned to the City Clerk’s Office no later than 5:00 p.m., on Friday, December 30, 2016. The City Council will be making the appointments at a regularly scheduled meeting in January 2017 (to be announced).
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SLT City Council agenda includes marijuana, VHRs and craft shows
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/12/2016 - 6:17pm
A full agenda awaits the new City Council as soon as the two new members are sworn in on Tuesday, December 13.
The 9:00 a.m. meeting in the council chambers at the Lake Tahoe Airport starts with the Administeration of Oath to Brooke Laine and Jason Collin and will be followed by a presentation by South Lake Tahoe Police Chief Brian Uhler on what the passage of Proposition 64 means for the city. He will be joined by others from Barton and the Drug Free Coalition who will discuss the implications on the community with increased access to marijuana.
City holding special meeting to present Connor with plaque and accept election results
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/09/2016 - 5:53pm
There are two items on the agenda for a special meeting of the City of South Lake Tahoe City Council on Monday, December 12, 2016 at 9:00 a.m.
Outgoing City Councilmember JoAnn Conner will be recognized with a plaque for her four years of service on the Council.
The other agenda item is the official acceptance of the November 8 election results which put Brooke Laine and Jason Collin on the Council, and passage of Measure P and T. Once accepted, Tuesday's Council meeting will entail the swearing in of the election winners.
City of South Lake Tahoe hires new airport manager
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/02/2016 - 6:48pm
The City of South Lake Tahoe now has a new man at the helm of the airport. Mark Gibbs started his job as the SLT Airport Manager on Monday, November 28.
“Mark brings a wealth of knowledge and professional expertise to Lake Tahoe Airport with over twelve years of experience in all facets of airport operations and planning," said SLT City Manager. "The City is very fortunate Mark is joining the City’s Management Team and we look forward to his leadership at the airport.”
Hal Cole honored for 25 years of serving South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/16/2016 - 4:02pm
Hal Cole, the longest serving City Councilmember in South Lake Tahoe, was honored in a ceremony during Tuesday's Council meeting, his last one after 20.5 years on the dais.
Cole chose not to run for a sixth term this November.
He started off his public service career in 1990 when he was named to the SLT Building Board of Appeals, was a part of the development of the Bijou Community Plan in 1993 as a Planning Commission. In 1994, Cole moved over to the City Council and was elected to a four-year term five times. During that tenure he was the City's Mayor an unprecedented six times.
Scouts enjoy day of aviation events at Minden-Tahoe Airport
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/14/2016 - 2:07pm
Boy Scouts from around the region took part in "Minden Youth Aviation Adventure" at the Minden-Tahoe Airport last weekend.
The event, sponsored by the Sports Aviation Foundation, drew more than 70 members of the Nevada Area Council of Boy Scouts of America.
South Lake Tahoe resident asks City to ban street parking on Regina Road
Submitted by paula on Sun, 11/13/2016 - 12:13am
Noel Farmer, a South Lake Tahoe resident, has been a vocal opponent to Vacation Home Rentals (VHRs) in his Heavenly Valley neighborhood. Farmer is present at City Council and Planning Commission meetings, as well as Zoning Administrator meetings when the topic is VHRs.
During this Tuesday's meeting at the airport, the City Council members will discuss Farmer's petition to ban street parking on the dead-end street where he lives, Regina Road, in the 3600 and 3700 blocks.
