Devin Middlebrook
SLT City Council candidates respond to 100% Renewable Committee questions
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/08/2018 - 12:14am
On April 18, 2017 the South Lake Tahoe City Council unanimously passed a resolution to do two things: Power the South Lake Tahoe community with electricity provided from 100 percent renewable sources by 2032; and reduce community carbon emissions from baseline by at least 80 percent by 2040. The 100% Renewable Committee was formed to help the City accomplish these tasks.
Meet the Candidate: Cody Bass says trust and unity must be found in City Council
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/07/2018 - 7:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Each of the nine candidates for City Council have answered the same ten questions given to them by South Tahoe Now. For nine consecutive days the candidate's responses have been shared in the order received.
Today is the ninth and final candidate. Cody Bass gives his responses as he makes his first bid for a seat on the South Lake Tahoe City Council:
Meet the Candidate: Hal Cole says his experience and calm leadership will guide City
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/06/2018 - 9:31am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Each of the nine candidates for City Council answered the same ten questions that were given to them by South Tahoe Now. For nine consecutive days the candidate's responses will be shared in the order received.
Today, Hal Cole gives his responses as he attempts to return to the South Lake Tahoe City Council:
Meet the Candidate: Tom Davis promises to continue to be fair, open and listen to the concerns of all
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/05/2018 - 2:04pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Each of the nine candidates for City Council answered the same ten questions that were given to them by South Tahoe Now. For nine consecutive days the candidate's responses will be shared in the order received.
Today, the current Mayor Pro Tem Tom Davis gives his responses as he seeks re-election to the South Lake Tahoe City Council:
Meet the Candidate: Tamara Wallace wants City to concentrate on basics - police, fire and roads
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/04/2018 - 10:21am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Each of the nine candidates for City Council answered the same ten questions that were given to them by South Tahoe Now. For nine consecutive days the candidate's responses will be shared in the order received.
Today, the first-time candidate Tamara Wallace gives her responses as she seeks a seat on the South Lake Tahoe City Council:
Meet the Candidate: Bruce Grego to bring fairness and honesty to the Council
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/03/2018 - 11:18am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Each of the nine candidates for City Council answered the same ten questions that were given to them by South Tahoe Now. For nine consecutive days the candidate's responses will be shared in the order received.
Today, the first-time candidate Bruce Grego gives his responses as he seeks a seat again on the South Lake Tahoe City Council:
Meet the Candidate: Devin Middlebrook says transparency and trust are his key pillars
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/02/2018 - 8:14am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Each of the nine candidates for City Council answered the same ten questions that were given to them by South Tahoe Now. For nine consecutive days the candidate's responses will be shared in the order received.
Today, the first-time candidate Devin Middlebrook gives his responses as he seeks a seat on the South Lake Tahoe City Council:
Meet the Candidate: Austin Sass says experience is key to serving community
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/01/2018 - 10:56am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Each of the nine candidates for City Council answered the same ten questions that were given to them by South Tahoe Now. For nine consecutive days the candidate's responses will be shared in the order received.
Today, current Councilman Austin Sass shares his thoughts in his quest for another term on the South Lake Tahoe City Council:
Tahoe Chamber hosts community forum for South Lake Tahoe City Council candidates
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/20/2018 - 12:08am
Event Date:
October 4, 2018 - 5:30pm
Lake Tahoe South Shore Chamber of Commerce (Tahoe Chamber) is hosting a candidate forum on October 4 for candidates running for South Lake Tahoe City Council. Three City Council member seats are up for election, which includes those held by incumbents, and candidates, Wendy David, Tom Davis and Austin Sass. All nine candidates are confirmed to attend.
The forum will be held in the Lake Tahoe Community College Board Room from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
One Degree of Change community conversation continues September 20
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/17/2018 - 2:52pm
Event Date:
September 20, 2018 - 7:00pm
It only takes a one degree change in temperature to convert water to steam, water to ice or water to snow. This is such a tiny change and yet most of us ignore making these types of minor changes in our lives, or the life of our community, as we think that the effect won’t be significant enough. That is because we live in an instant gratification society and want results now, when in fact a number of small changes done day in day out will make a massive difference to our lives and the communities of Lake Tahoe.
November ballot filling up: Nine candidates for South Lake Tahoe City Council
Submitted by paula on Sat, 08/11/2018 - 12:45am
This story has been updated to include Lake Tahoe Community College Board of Trustees candidates.
Nine South Lake Tahoe residents have qualified to run in November and thrown in their hats for three open seats on City Council.
The three incumbents, Mayor Wendy David, Mayor Pro Tem Tom Davis and Councilman Austin Sass will all be running for reelection. They will be joined by some veterans of local politics as well as newcomers.
One degree of change community conversation continues May 17
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/05/2018 - 7:36pm
Event Date:
May 17, 2018 - 6:30pm
A one degree change in the earth's average temperature can cause a sheet of ice of in Greenland to melt and raise the ocean level enough to put low lying land in Florida under water.
It takes only a one degree change in temperature to convert water to steam, water to ice, or water to snow.
It can take a shift of one degree to change your life.
One degree is so small, yet so powerful.
City of South Lake Tahoe to host cannabis workshop
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/15/2018 - 12:18am
Event Date:
February 20, 2018 - 5:00pm
After Tuesday's normally scheduled 9:00 a.m. meeting, they will move to the Tahoe Beach Retreat & Lodge for an evening Cannabis Workshop to discuss upcoming regulations concerning the sales of adult-use cannabis in South Lake Tahoe. They moved to the larger venue due to expected participation.
On February 20, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., members of the public can give their input on what an ordinance concerning the sales of cannabis in city limits should look like. Besides council members there will also be representative of the Planning Commission and Cannabis Subcommittee.
South Lake Tahoe cannabis discussion to move to evening meeting
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/06/2018 - 11:02pm
The Cannabis Community Committee gave a presentation to the South Lake Tahoe City Council Tuesday, outlining the work they've done and recommendations for the City's ordinance for cannabis sales.
Fifteen members of the community came together as the committee and met with Mayor Pro Tem Tom Davis, Councilwoman Brooke Laine, Police Chief Brian Uhler, City Attorney Nira Doherty and City Staff member Lisa Watson to discuss and research issues facing legal sales of cannabis in the city limits.
One Degree of Change community conversations to be held South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 02/02/2018 - 10:50pm
Event Date:
February 22, 2018 - 6:30pm
A one degree change in the earth's average temperature can cause a sheet of ice of in Greenland to melt and raise the ocean level enough to put low lying land in Florida under water.
It takes only a one degree change in temperature to convert water to steam, water to ice, or water to snow.
It can take a shift of one degree to change your life.
One degree is so small, yet so powerful.
Cannabis urgency ordinance continues in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/12/2017 - 3:05pm
"This is not about making money, its about doing it right," said Mayor Pro Tem Tom Davis during Tuesday's City Council vote on cannabis sales in South Lake Tahoe.
Davis was speaking about their decision to approve an urgency ordinance and to take their time in creating the City's ordinance for legal cannabis sales in South Lake Tahoe. The moratorium will remain in effect for 45 days and expires on January 21, 2018 unless the City Council extends it before then.
Tahoe-Truckee Electric Vehicle Plan named best in Nevada
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/06/2017 - 7:18am
At its annual conference Wednesday, the Nevada Chapter of the American Planning Association recognized the Tahoe-Truckee Plug-In Electric Vehicle Readiness Plan with awards for most outstanding plan and most outstanding public outreach. The awards were presented as part of the group’s annual DeBoer Awards program.
Group asks City Council to consider allowing food trucks in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/19/2017 - 9:04pm
A planned food truck event in South Lake Tahoe had to be cancelled this summer due to the prohibitive costs and processes involved in putting on such an event.
"We are so hungry to get a food truck culture going in Lake Tahoe,” said Rob Giustina of On Course Events, the company who had planned the "Tahoe Truck Stop" food truck weekend event.
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."
Can South Lake Tahoe use 100% renewable energy by 2030?
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/04/2017 - 9:24pm
There are now 27 cities in the United States committed to operating with 100 percent renewable energy, will South Lake Tahoe be #28?
Cities already on board include both large an small communities. Some of those are Madison, Wis.; San Diego, Calif.; Salt Lake City, Utah; Pueblo, Aspen and Boulder, Colo.; and Moab, Utah. Efforts are currently underway for Truckee to join that group. Even Las Vegas operates their municipal buildings and facilities with 100 percent renewable energy.
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."
September Tahoe Talks "Hacking Local Government"
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/06/2016 - 8:53am
Event Date:
September 21, 2016 - 12:00pm
Civic technology and how it can be used to better connect the community to local government is the focus of the next "Tahoe Talks" brown bag lunch discussion series on Wednesday, September 21 from 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Learn more about civic technology and how local governments are working to use technology to reach community members. Join experts from local jurisdictions and the community to learn more about tools available to change your community.
Speakers:
South Lake Tahoe Citizens Academy graduates honored
Submitted by paula on Tue, 06/07/2016 - 2:29pm
Graduates of the Spring South Lake Tahoe Citizens Academy were honored during Tuesday's City Council meeting on June 7.
The graduates are: Kevin Brown, Dan Gill, Patrick Jarrett, LeeAnn Jarrett, Kirsten Jensen, Natalie Lehman, Michelle Lloyd, Eanad Lott, Devin Middlebrook, Kae Reed, Nicole Stimac, Jarred Uppendahl, and Kirk Wooldridge.
Leave No Trace events in South Lake Tahoe to raise awareness
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/31/2016 - 3:56pm
The Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics and its Subaru/Leave No Trace Traveling Trainers team are partnering with the Lake Tahoe Outreach Committee and other Lake Tahoe organizations to host community events and educational activities June 6-13. As visitors flock to the outdoor recreation wonderland that is Lake Tahoe the trails, beaches and forests are experiencing an increase in use and the associated impacts of trash, trail erosion and shoreline degradation.
Winners announced for Lake Spirit Awards
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/29/2016 - 6:22pm
The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency presented Lake Spirit Awards to four people who possess a strong personal commitment to preserving Lake Tahoe at today’s Governing Board meeting.
The Lake Spirit Awards honor people making real progress at restoring Lake Tahoe. Created in 2011, the awards are a way to recognize those individuals whose passion for Tahoe results in progress and environmental improvements.
South Lake Tahoe fifth graders learn how to snowshoe at Heavenly
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/15/2016 - 8:26pm
Through a new educational program spearheaded by the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency and other basin partners, Lake Tahoe Unified School District students are taking full advantage of winter to learn about avalanche safety, winter animal survival and the science of snowmaking.
Kudos: Thank you for a wonderful day!
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 01/26/2016 - 11:44am
Last week we had the opportunity to attend a field trip at Heavenly Mountain Resort. Thanks to a grant written by STEEC member, Devin Middlebrook (TRPA Environmental Education Specialist), EPIC Promise (through Vail Resorts – Heavenly) covered the cost of transportation, lift tickets for the tram ride, use of snowshoes, and presenters. The day was well planned and all went smoothly.
We learned much about our environment including local animals, avalanche safety and snowmaking. And luckily we enjoyed a “blue bird” day at the top of the tram!
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.
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.
New faces at Tahoe Regional Planning Agency
Submitted by paula on Sat, 11/15/2014 - 11:08pm
Several key public service positions have been filled the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA).
Tom Lotshaw has been hired to work as TRPA’s Public Information Officer. He replaces Jeff Cowen, who worked for TRPA in that and other roles for eight years.
Lotshaw graduated from Ohio State University with a bachelor’s degree in public affairs journalism and has seven years of newspaper reporting experience. He worked most recently as a reporter for the Daily Inter Lake in Kalispell, Montana, and as a reporter and photographer for the Tahoe Daily Tribune.
