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Operation Sierra Storm returns to Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/12/2018 - 9:43am
Event Date:
January 23, 2018 - 8:00am
A leading national weather conference, Operation Sierra Storm (OSS), returns to the South Shore January 21-24 and locals are invited to attend a morning of their presentations. OSS brings together national weather broadcasters and journalists, prominent scientists and experts.
Are extreme weather events linked to global warming? How do weather broadcasters decide what is aired?
Public meetings on broadband needs to be held in South Lake Tahoe, Placerville
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/09/2018 - 12:17pm
Event Date:
January 18, 2018 (All day)
How is your internet? Would you like to see improved connections in the Lake Tahoe Basin?
El Dorado County is holding a day of public meetings to gather input for broadband planning and improvement on Thursday, January 18 at the Tahoe Mountain Lab in South Lake Tahoe.
The County is working with consulting firm NEO Connect to conduct a Broadband Feasibility Study to evaluate current broadband resources and identify options for improving connectivity and expanding broadband across the County.
Public comment sought for next phase of Stateline-Stateline bikeway
Submitted by paula on Sat, 11/25/2017 - 11:16pm
Plans for the next phase of a multi-agency project to connect North Lake Tahoe to South Lake Tahoe along State Route 28 with a Class 1 shared-use pathway are underway, and the U.S. Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management is seeking public input.
Community meeting on the 2018 Sierra Boulevard Complete Streets Project
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/20/2017 - 10:06pm
Event Date:
November 2, 2017 - 5:30pm
The second of two community meetings concerning the 2018 Sierra Boulevard Complete Streets Project will be held on Thursday, November 2 at 5:30 p.m. at the South Lake Tahoe Recreation Center and Swim Complex at 1180 Rufus Allen Blvd.
Interim Director named for Tahoe Youth & Family Services
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/12/2017 - 5:04pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Tahoe Youth and Family Services announced today that Christopher Croft has officially resigned his position as Executive Director effective November 15, 2017. He has served the communities of South Lake Tahoe, Douglas County and Alpine County in this position since June 10, 2014.
First peek into Sierra Boulevard Complete Streets Project
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/18/2017 - 1:00am
The City of South Lake Tahoe is creating a new design of Sierra Boulevard that will introduce Class 1 and Class 2 bike lanes, parallel parking spots, reduced lane size and lighted sidewalks. Called the Sierra Boulevard Complete Streets Project, work is expected to get underway on the .6 mile stretch of road in the summer of 2018, but not everyone is happy about it.
At the first of two community information meetings on Thursday night, City and NCE representatives gave an overview of the planned project, had a question and answer period and shared preliminary designs of Sierra Blvd.
Coffee With a Cop in South Lake Tahoe Tuesday
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/17/2017 - 5:13pm
Event Date:
July 18, 2017 - 9:00am
The third Coffee With a Cop in the area this summer will be held on Tuesday, July 18 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Starbucks at the South Y Center in South Lake Tahoe.
The community is invited to meet with members of the California Highway Patrol South Lake Tahoe office, South Lake Tahoe Police Department, El Dorado County Sheriff. Stop by and discuss issues or just meet law enforcement in an informal, neutral location.
CHP to host Coffee With a Cop in Alpine County
Submitted by paula on Sat, 06/17/2017 - 7:20pm
Event Date:
June 30, 2017 - 9:00am
Join law enforcement at the next Coffee With a Cop event on Friday, June 30 at the Alps Haus Cafe in Markleeville from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Members of the California Highway Patrol's South Lake Tahoe office, Alpine County Sheriff and community members will come together in an informal, neutral space to discuss community issues, have coffee, and build relationships.
All community members are invited to attend.
Coffee with a Cop provides a unique opportunity for community members to ask questions and learn more about the Department’s work in Alpine County’s neighborhoods.
CHP hosting multi-agency Coffee With a Cop in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 06/13/2017 - 3:01pm
Event Date:
June 27, 2017 - 9:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. — On Tuesday, June 27, 2017, members of the California Highway Patrol South Lake Tahoe office, South Lake Tahoe Police Department, El Dorado County Sheriff, and community members will come together in an informal, neutral space to discuss community issues, have coffee, and build relationships.
All community members are invited to attend. The event goes from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on June 27 at Alpina Coffee Cafe.
South Lake Tahoe job fairs and other employment opportunities
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/07/2017 - 1:21pm
Looking for a job in South Lake Tahoe? Here is information about upcoming job fairs and other current opportunities.
El Dorado County Connections - One Stop is hosting a free Hiring Event on Thursday, April 13, 2017, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Lake Tahoe Community College (Commons Area), located at One College Drive in South Lake Tahoe. During the event, representatives from Harrah’s and Harvey’s Lake Tahoe will share information about their organization, job opportunities and how to apply for current job openings.
Creating transportation infrastructure key to getting locals, commuter and visitors out of cars
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/20/2017 - 10:41pm
Lake Tahoe must improve its internal transportation systems before they can expect visitors to the region to get out of their cars and use different, and better, ways of getting around. That was the message during last week's Tahoe Talks presentation by Lake Tahoe transportation partners, the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA), Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) and El Dorado County.
Lt. Brian Williams retiring after 30 years serving the South Lake Tahoe community
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/19/2017 - 5:05pm
As he reflects back on 30 years in uniform for the South Lake Tahoe Police Department, Lt. Brian Williams knows the dates that will be forever etched into his memory. 12/29/1986, 6/10/1991, 1/29/1997, 10/25/2005 and 8/26/2009.
December 29, 1986: Brian starts with SLTPD and heads off to the Police Academy in Santa Rosa.
New Tahoe Chamber CEO brings passion for business and economic development
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/22/2017 - 11:25pm
"I'm looking for opportunities to build strategic relationships and leverage resources, and not duplicating what we already have," Craig A. Schmidt said after being on the job for five days at the Tahoe Chamber. "That is what excites me about the South Shore."
Schmidt is the new Chief Executive Officer for the Lake Tahoe South Shore Chamber of Commerce, a job vacant since July 1, 2016 when "B" Gorman left to develop her coaching business.
Hiring event for people looking for jobs in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 02/17/2017 - 6:44pm
Looking For a job in the South Lake Tahoe area? El Dorado County Connections - One Stop is hosting a free hiring event on Tuesday, February 28, 2017, from 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. at the South Lake Tahoe Public Library meeting room at 1000 Rufus Allen Blvd., South Lake Tahoe.
Tahoe Chamber After Five networking event
Submitted by paula on Sun, 02/05/2017 - 2:01pm
Event Date:
February 23, 2017 - 5:00pm
Join the Tahoe Chamber on Thursday, February 23 from 5:00 p.m. at 7:30 p.m. at The Beacon Bar & Grill for After Five, the South Shore’s premiere business networking event. Ticket price includes drinks, appetizers and raffle prizes! Enjoy some libations and make new connections!
The Beacon Bar & Grill is located at 1900 Jameson Beach Rd. in South Lake Tahoe, Calif. Cost is $10 for members and $20 for non-members. Tickets are available at
Tahoe Chamber Business Expo March 31, registration now open
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/02/2017 - 1:38pm
Event Date:
March 31, 2017 - 4:30pm
One of the most popular and dynamic business events of the year will be held on Friday, March 31 at Harvey's Lake Tahoe from 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The Lake Tahoe South Shore Chamber of Commerce (Tahoe Chamber) has now opened the 2017 Business Expo booth registration.
With gratitude, our Thanksgiving message
Submitted by paula on Thu, 11/24/2016 - 1:16am
This is the fourth time I am able to say "Happy Thanksgiving" to the readers of South Tahoe Now. I took on this news endeavor in the summer of 2013 and have tried to create something that everyone can read and, hopefully, appreciate on a daily basis. I want to share as much as I can about what is happening in South Lake Tahoe and the surrounding communities, and I'd like to express my sincere gratitude for your support and allowing me to continue to share.
SLT City Council candidate JoAnn Conner
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/07/2016 - 10:43amAll candidates for South Lake Tahoe City Council were given the same questions. With just one day to go to the elections, we will be featuring their answers and a video of their interview with Tahoe Regional Young Professionals through the day.
JoAnn Conner, 67, Small Business Owner, 35 years in SLT.
Discuss your interest in serving on City Council. What is your prior experience in working with civic, community or governmental organizations?
South Lake Tahoe entrepreneurs honored for their vision
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/13/2016 - 11:30pm
The Tahoe Mountain Lab founders were honored Thursday for their creation of a unique business that promotes the expansion of opportunities in the South Lake Tahoe community.
Upper Truckee River channel project close to completion
Submitted by admin on Fri, 09/30/2016 - 10:30pm
A major restoration project of the Upper Truckee River channel and surrounding meadows is about to be completed, three years and $7 million later. Known as Reach 5, the U.S. Forest Service project is improving the river channel stability and aquatic habitat along 1.2 miles of the river adjacent to the Lake Tahoe Airport.
Another goal of the project is to restore surface and subsurface channel connectivity to 120 acres of floodplain, increasing deposition of fine sediments and nutrient uptake on the floodplains as well as raising the ground water levels in the meadow.
El Dorado County Public housing voucher wait list opens for first time in 8 years
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/21/2016 - 6:48am
For the first time since 2008, El Dorado County’s Public Housing Authority will open its Housing Choice Voucher Waiting List. The Housing Choice Voucher Rental Assistance Program (formerly known as Section 8) is funded by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and provides rental assistance to income qualified individuals and families. Applicants must be United States citizens or have eligible immigration status.
EDC hosting a hiring event in South Lake Tahoe for Servpro
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/19/2016 - 2:35pm
Event Date:
October 4, 2016 - 12:00pm
Looking for a new career? El Dorado County Connections - One Stop is hosting a free SERVPRO Hiring Event on Tuesday, October 4, 2016, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the South Lake Tahoe Community College (in the Aspen Room) located at 1 College Way in South Lake Tahoe.
Letter: I would like your vote for LTCC trustee
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 09/18/2016 - 4:56pm
I am one of the candidates running for the Lake Tahoe Community College Board of Trustees representing area 4.
Michael E. Fischer to speak on Baby Face Nelson in Nevada
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 08/06/2016 - 1:33pm
Event Date:
August 13, 2016 - 10:00am Historian Michael E. Fischer will speak on Baby Face Nelson in Nevada in a free presentation at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park on Saturday, August 13, at 10:00 am.
Few people living in Nevada today know that Baby Face Nelson, whose given name was Lester Gillis, spent a great deal of time in Nevada. He was avoiding the heat from authorities in the Midwest. In Reno, he was afforded protection from arrest and incarceration because of his connections to Bill Graham and James McKay. Their political and business connections covered almost the entire state.
Location
Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park
1450 Highway 88, Minden, NV 89423
United States
38° 56' 28.2588" N, 119° 46' 46.4556" W
See map: Google Maps
Zen Garden created in memory of Live Violence Free staff member
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/22/2016 - 8:32am
Jen Kline, a 15-year-employee with Live Violence Free, passed away suddenly on March 18, 2016 at the age of 46. The unexpected death caught everyone by surprise from family and friends to those she served in Alpine County through her position as the non-profit agency's coordinator.
"We were totally shocked," LVF Executive Director Jane Flavin said of Kline's passing.
During Kline's memorial this spring her daughters passed out seeds
Goodwill Industries store opens doors in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/20/2016 - 11:24pm
"We're not your grandma's Goodwill," said Joseph Mendez, President/CEO of Goodwill Industries of Sacramento Valley and Northern Nevada as the ribbon was cut in the company's newest store in South Lake Tahoe on Wednesday.
Blue Go out, TTD in, as operations change July 1
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/30/2016 - 8:58pm
The Tahoe Transportation District will assume daily operations of the bus transit system in South Lake Tahoe beginning July 1, and along with that change is a new name. Blue Go is out, and TTD is in.
42 buses make up the local system which have more than 800,000 trips annually on their routes which cover both sides of the state line including commuter bus service from the lake to Carson City and the Carson Valley.
Nine years since Angora Fire: AlertTahoe cameras try to avoid another disaster
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/23/2016 - 9:31pm
Nine years after the devastating Angora Fire in South Lake Tahoe, the AlertTahoe system of cameras around the Lake Tahoe basin is helping to prevent another such disaster.
June 6, 2016: The Sagehen Fire, north of Truckee, broke out and was quickly extinguished by the USFS, Northstar and Truckee Fire Departments.
June 9, 2016: The Truckee Meadows Fire Department quickly put out the Patrick Fire off Interstate 80, near Reno.
Heavenly aims to connect 2,000 area children to the outdoors
Submitted by paula on Sat, 06/18/2016 - 8:30pm
Heavenly Mountain Resort has created Epic Discovery Kids, a program offering free access to Heavenly’s new Epic Discovery summer activities to 2,000 kids from Lake Tahoe schools and non-profits as well as regional non-profits.
Local CHP officers invite public to have "Coffee with a Cop"
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/16/2016 - 10:52pm
Event Date:
June 24, 2016 - 9:00am
Many people find law enforcement officers intimidating and unapproachable, so the South Lake Tahoe CHP office is holding "Coffee with a Cop" on Friday, June 24 starting at 9:00 a.m. at Alpina Coffee Cafe on Emerald Bay Road.
All community members are invited to stop by and chat, discuss community issues, have coffee, and build relationships.
Coffee with a Cop provides a unique opportunity for community members to ask questions and learn more about the Department’s work in El Dorado County’s neighborhoods.
Phase one of community playfield project to break ground
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/17/2016 - 5:44pm
A joint effort between the City of South Lake Tahoe and Lake Tahoe Community College will soon expand recreation offerings on the South Shore.
The Community Playfields Expansion Project will bring two new playfields to the area as work gets underway on the Community Playfields Expansion Project adjacent to the current soccer field at the college.
Whittell High senior chosen to be student delegate in Washington
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/10/2016 - 11:40pm
Nevada Senators Harry Reid and Dean Heller have announced that Katherine "Kate" Krolicki has been chosen to be one of 104 student delegates who will be attending the 54th annual United States Senate Youth Program (USSYP) in Washington, D.C.
"I never thought it'd happen," Krolick said of her being selected. "It's right up my alley and I am so excited to go back to Washington."
The Whittell High School senior has worked in Washington, D.C. twice, once as page for Senator Reid in 2014, and as Senator Heller's intern in 2015.
Expert to Speak on Mythological Themes in Star Wars
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 01/28/2016 - 1:00pm
Event Date:
February 8, 2016 - 7:00pm Dr. Carl Rubino, the Winslow Professor of Classics at Hamilton College in Clinton, New York, will discuss the ancient mythological roots of the perennial Star Wars films in this free lecture on February 8 at 7 pm.
Location
Sierra Nevada College
999 Tahoe Blvd
United States
39° 14' 42.4176" N, 119° 56' 14.802" W
See map: Google Maps
2016 Business Expo: Go Local
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 01/26/2016 - 1:00pm
Event Date:
April 1, 2016 - 4:30pm 2016 Business Expo: Go Local
Friday, April 1st
4:30 to 8:30pm
Harvey's Lake Tahoe
$10 in advance
$15 at the door
Location
Harveys Lake Tahoe
18 Hwy 50
Stateline, NV
United States
43° 23' 2.9508" N, 98° 50' 39.8868" W
See map: Google Maps
Joy Barney inspires others for careers as land stewards
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/14/2015 - 11:27pm
Joy Barney has dedicated her life to connecting youth to the land. In the process she has touched many lives, so it comes as no surprise that winning a national award for her, is all about inspiring others.
Be safe this winter - Be prepared
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/27/2015 - 10:34am
Winter is here and that means more family and friend gatherings inside the home. Whether in the kitchen, near the fireplace or stove, it’s always a good idea to brush up on home safety tips.
Before we gather around the fireplace or stove, remember these important safety tips:
• Have a qualified professional install stoves, chimney connectors, and chimneys.
• Stoves should have the label of an independent testing laboratory.
• In wood stoves, burn only dry, seasoned wood. In pellet stoves, burn only dry, seasoned wood pellets.
Help available for ages 16 to 24 that need a job or training
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/20/2015 - 10:02pm
El Dorado County Connections – One Stop has free services to help people who need a job.
“We have special programs and services for youth ages 16 to 24,” said Jenny Wilson, Program Supervisor with Connections - One Stop. “We are especially looking to assist youth ages 16 to 24 who are not currently enrolled in school.” Through the youth program, unemployed and underemployed youth can receive help with job searches and placement, paid on-the-job training, money for vocational or technical school tuition and more.
County offers free help for dislocated workers looking for jobs
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/29/2015 - 6:50pm
El Dorado County Connections - One Stop has free services to help people who need a job.
"We can help anyone who is having trouble finding a job," said Jenny Wilson, Program Supervisor with Connections - One Stop. "We want to help people who have lost their jobs through no fault of their own. This includes dislocated workers, such as people who have been affected by a lay-off or business downsizing. Displaced homemakers and self-employed individuals may also qualify for services."
Tahoe awarded millions for new bike and pedestrian projects
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/23/2015 - 8:42am
The California Transportation Commission announced this week that it will award nearly $9 million in Active Transportation Program (ATP) grant funding to help complete three major bike and pedestrian projects in the City of South Lake Tahoe and Tahoe City.
Members of the Lake Tahoe Bikeway Partnership applied for the grants. The partnership formed several years ago to secure funding for critical trail segments to improve bicyclist and pedestrian safety and complete the Lake Tahoe Bikeway, a comprehensive multi-use trail network for the Lake Tahoe Region.
Tahoe Chamber announces nominees for Blue Ribbon Awards
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/20/2015 - 3:35pm
The Tahoe Chamber announced the nominations Tuesday for the 2015 Blue Ribbon Awards. There were 150 nominations received from the community for their annual awards program that recognizes exceptional South Shore businesses for excellence in service, entrepreneurship and experience among other areas.
Next Tahoe Talks to discuss transit to recreational opportunities
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/28/2015 - 10:49pm
Event Date:
October 21, 2015 - 12:00pm
The popular "Tahoe Talks Brown Bag Lunch Series" will feature a panel discussion on transit options to trailheads, and how they can be improved upon.
This panel will discuss barriers to improving transit to trailheads and other dispersed recreation areas, new plans in the works, the role of technology in improving transit, and how different groups can work together to improve transit.
Speakers:
Mary Bennington, Executive Director, Tahoe Rim Trail
Carl Hasty, District Manager, Tahoe Transportation District
Tahoe Chamber thanks sponsors and participants for Sample the Sierra
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/07/2015 - 10:19am
WINERY/BREWERY/DISTILLERY: Andis Wine | Auriga Wine Cellars | Bella Grace Vineyards | Boeger Winery | Cold Water Brewery & Grill | Crystal Basin Cellars | Dry Diggings Distillery | FOLK Brewing Company - Kombucha on Tap | Great Basin Brewing Co. | Lava Cap Winery | Loomis Basin Brewing Co. | Madrona Vineyards | Nello Olivo Wines | Sierra Nevada Brewing Company | Stateline Brewery | Story Winery | Sugar Lille | Tahoe Blue Vodka | Tahoe Moonshine Distillery | Vino Noceto
Tahoe Talks lunch series schedule for September -June
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/03/2015 - 11:14pm
Event Date:
September 16, 2015 - 12:00pm
The Tahoe Metropolitan Planning Organization (TMPO) and its partners continue their lunchtime forum for learning and sharing ideas that strengthen our Tahoe communities. Topics will focus on transportation, environmental, and economic ideas that are pertinent to issues we face today at Lake Tahoe.
Wednesday, September 16th - Me and My Bike – Fun and Safe Ways for Kids to Get on their Bikes in South Lake Tahoe
Time: Noon - 1:30 p.m.
***Location: Pavilion at Bijou Park, South Lake Tahoe, CA (off of Al Tahoe Blvd)
Police Chief Brian Uhler: Monthly report to the community
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/06/2015 - 9:28pm
Community Outreach: The “Meet the Police” outreach campaign is going well. As a reminder, Coffee with a Cop happens on Thursdays and ends on August 27th. The Police Open House was well attended and we look forward to doing it again next year.
Women as Change Makers : Building community from the ground up
Submitted by paula on Sat, 07/25/2015 - 8:39pm
Event Date:
October 2, 2015 (All day)
Join Zawadisha and influential women from around the Tahoe/Truckee/Reno region on October 2 as they cultivate self-reliance, creativity, and collaboration to catalyze intentional change.
This full-day event overlooking Lake Tahoe will provide you with the tools and inspiration to create vibrant and resilient communities on a personal, local, and global level. Through authentic dialogue and meaningful interaction with women who have forged their own paths of change, you will leave with an expanded sense of possibility.
Nevada Connections Academy Open House
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 07/22/2015 - 4:17pm
Event Date:
August 20, 2015 - 6:00pm When:
Thursday, August 20th 2015 @ 06:00 pm PDT
Where:
Nevada Connections Academy
555 Double Eagle Ct., Ste. 2000
Reno, NV 89521
Price: Free!
Additional info:
Join us at the Nevada Connections Academy office for an open house! This free event is open to the whole family and is a great opportunity to enjoy activities, have your questions answered, meet school staff, and interact with other families from the community. Light refreshments will be served.
Barton Hospice "Reflections of Life and Loss"
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 07/17/2015 - 4:58pm
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Repeats every 2 weeks until Thu Dec 10 2015 .
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December 10, 2015 (All day) Barton Hospice encourages people who have experienced the loss of a loved one or have endured a significant, life-altering event to attend the ongoing bereavement group called "Reflections of Life and Loss." This group helps teach attendees how to cope with certain situations and encourages emotional connections with others. Support and bereavement groups allow people to release emotions they may otherwise keep to themselves. It can improve a participant's mood and decrease psychological distress.
For questions or more information, call Tina Bruess at 530-543-5592.
Location
Barton Home Health and Hospice
2092 Lake Tahoe Blvd, Suite 600, South Lake Tahoe
United States
See map: Google Maps
County offering paid tuition for professional truck driving school
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/02/2015 - 5:47pm
Looking for a career as a professional truck driver, but don't have money for school? El Dorado County Connections - One Stop has announced that funds are now available through the Federal Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act (WIOA) to pay for truck driving school tuition. Any unemployed resident of El Dorado County over the age of 23 with a clean driving record is eligible. There is no income restriction.
Two South Lake Tahoe women win TRPA Lake Spirit Awards
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/25/2015 - 7:56am
Rebecca Bryson and Joy Barney of the South Shore were honored for their work in local schools that resulted in progress and environmental improvements in the Lake Tahoe region.
During Wednesday's Tahoe Regional Planning Agency's Governing Board meeting, the two South Shore women were given the Lake Spirit award along with a family and person from the North Shore. The award has been given to "real people making real progress" at restoring Lake Tahoe since 2011.
Lake Tahoe Summit to focus on building resilient communities
Submitted by paula on Fri, 06/12/2015 - 7:56am
The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency and the Lake Tahoe Sustainable Communities Program are hosting the Tahoe Region’s first-ever sustainability summit June 22-23 at The Hyatt in Incline Village.
Called Connections 2015, the summit is all about building more resilient and sustainable communities by strengthening mountain-urban partnerships, bringing together people and organizations from all over California, Nevada, and the American West.
