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Health benefits boost board compensation in Sacramento/Tahoe special districts
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/09/2015 - 7:52amMost people elected to special district boards receive no compensation to oversee the agencies that provide services such as water or local park maintenance.
But some district directors receive annual salaries approaching $20,000 and health benefits for a position that has few requirements besides preparing for and attending meetings.
Of the nearly 1,000 special district board members in the capital region, about 70 percent received no compensation, The Sacramento Bee found in an analysis of 2013 salary data recently released by the California State Controller's Office.
Nevada — the driest state — has no statewide water plan
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/28/2014 - 5:29pmNevada is suffering from a debilitating drought, experiencing the impacts of a warming climate and, some say, is deficient when it comes to long-term water planning for the state as a whole.
Debate is mounting over the need to begin development of a comprehensive water plan taking into account available water supplies, drought, climate projections and development that will tap limited water resources across the nation's most arid state.
Sign ups being taken for 11 week Master Gardener training session
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/08/2014 - 10:13pmThe University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE) invites adults interested in helping others learn about gardening and landscaping to apply to train as a Lake Tahoe Master Gardener volunteer. UCCE Master Gardener volunteers learn University-based scientific information and then share that knowledge with the gardening community. Master Gardener volunteers are people of all ages and from all walks of life.
It's Not a Matter of "If" a Wildfire Will Happen in Lake Tahoe, It's a Matter of "When"
Submitted by paula on Tue, 06/24/2014 - 12:15amCan you survive the next wildfire in Lake Tahoe? Yes, if your community is prepared.
The Lake Tahoe Basin's firefighting agencies and UNR Cooperative Education have come together to promote the "Fire Adapted Community Concept." This type of community has five elements:
1. Community Protection - Well-designed fuelbreaks and safe areas protect the community.
2. Defensible Space - Proper management of vegetation surrounding the home reduces the wildfire threat.
3. Access - Good access helps emergency responders arrive in a timely manner.
How Can South Lake Tahoe Residents Reduce Water Usage By 20%?
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/18/2014 - 9:48pmCalifornia Governor Jerry Brown has called for a 20% reduction in water usage state wide in order to prepare for the anticipated water shortage not only for 2014, but also in coming years.
A presentation was made by South Tahoe Public Utility District at Tuesday's City Council Meeting on just how everyone can cut back, from private homes to city projects.
Long range planning is important for communities to survive cutbacks to water supplies. The District outlined their response to conservation:
Labor Day weekend fishing report for Northern California and Sierra
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 08/27/2013 - 5:56pmHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in the Sierra, Northern California and Nevada. This report is for the week of Aug. 28 through Labor Day. Don't forget, California's second free day of fishing without a license will be Saturday, Sept. 7.
Don Q's Nevada and Northern California fishing report for week of August 1-6
Submitted by newsroom on Fri, 08/02/2013 - 7:58pmHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of Aug. 1-6.
Green Thumbs Tuesdays are back
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 06/24/2013 - 11:20pmEvent Date:
June 25, 2013 - 5:30pm
Beginning Tuesday, June 25, The UC Davis Lake Tahoe Environmental Research Center will kick off the Green Thumb Workshop Series with a talk about "Food Gardening 101" featuring Christy Daugherty, formerly from the U.S. Forest Service and now part of the Lake Tahoe Master Gardeners.
UC Davis Tahoe City Field Station Open House June 15
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 05/26/2013 - 10:08pmEvent Date:
June 15, 2013 - 10:00am
Join UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center for an Open House at the Tahoe City Field Station (Historic Hatchery) at 2400 Lake Forest Road from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 15. Visitors can tour the historic building, talk to TERC scientists about their work, and learn something new about Lake Tahoe. Local garden clubs will be on hand to give plant selection and gardening advice, and Red Truck of Truckee will sell food and beverages.
Edgewood Tahoe opens season May 9 with $1.6 million in upgrades
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 04/30/2013 - 11:23pmMore than $1.6 million in course improvements highlight the 45th season of Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course, set to open at Stateline, Lake Tahoe May 9.
A 10-year environmental plan meant to reduce impact and save water has been put in place with upgrades to the irrigation system as well as drought and stress tolerant grass. Other improvements include GPS devices on carts that feature yardage and video tips from pros.
Here is a press release from Edgewood Tahoe that outlines important dates and rates for the 2013 season.
Don Q's Northern California and Sierra fishing report for week of Oct. 17-24
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 10/17/2012 - 12:39amHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of Oct. 17-24.
Don Q's Northern California and Sierra Fishing Report for Oct. 10-17
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 10/10/2012 - 9:37amHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of Oct. 10-17.
Saturday is Free Fishing Day in California
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 09/07/2012 - 5:02amAs I noted earlier this year, one of California’s two Free Fishing Days will be on Sept. 8. The other Free Fishing Day was way back on July 7. You can fish, all day, without a fishing license on Saturday.
You will be able to fish wherever you like in California, without the need for a fishing license.
Don Q's Northern California and Sierra fishing report for August 8-14
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 08/07/2012 - 6:12pmFishing spots in the Sierra, Lake Tahoe, Northern California and Nevada will be the place to be this week as temperatures will send thousands of anglers to dozens of rivers, lakes and streams in the region. Here is the latest fishing report for the week of August 8-14. Pack plenty of water, sunscreen and don't forget your fishing license.
New Lake Tahoe Master Gardener Program Offered
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 07/24/2012 - 1:54pmTraining for a Lake Tahoe Master Gardener program will begin this September in South Lake Tahoe.
The program is a partnership between the University of California Cooperative Extension Central Sierra and the Tahoe Resource Conservation District.
Participants who complete the 50-hour training course will be certified Lake Tahoe Master Gardeners who then can provide the community with research-based information about home horticulture and gardening.
Don Q's Northern California, Nevada and Sierra fishing report for July 18-23
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 07/18/2012 - 3:08amHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of July 18-24:
Bonanza Park at South Lake Tahoe celebrates grand opening
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 07/14/2012 - 2:53pmUPDATE MONDAY: Saturday's grand opening of Bonanza Park brought community members of all ages to hear the dedication from Chuck Scharer, President and CEO of Edgewood Companies and South Lake Tahoe Mayor Claire Fortier.
Youth immediately began playing on the park equipment and the basketball court was ready to host its first game while hot dogs and hamburgers were grilled for the crowd of families and dignitaries to enjoy.
Don Q's Fishing report for week of July 11-17
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 07/11/2012 - 3:48amGreat fishing is being reported throughout Nevada, Northern California, Lake Tahoe and Sierra this summer. Here is this week's fishing report, through July 17, for rivers, lakes and streams in the region.
Work begins on the Upper Truckee River and High Meadows projects
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 06/29/2012 - 2:08amThe U.S. Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit's upcoming field season has begun. On Monday, June 25, 2012, the Forest Service began constructing the staging area for the Upper Truckee River Reach 5 restoration project that will begin in 2013, at the former Sunset Stables site.
The work, which will continue for approximately two weeks, includes the installation of an approximately two acre aggregate base pad, which is designed to prevent the spread of noxious weeds into the project area.
Don Q's Northern California and Nevada fishing report through Memorial Day weekend
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 05/23/2012 - 1:06amMemorial Day weekend will make for near-perfect conditions for fishing in Nevada, Northern California, Lake Tahoe and the Sierra. Here is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams now through the holiday weekend.
Don Q's fishing report for the week of May 16-22
Submitted by Don Quilici on Wed, 05/16/2012 - 11:44amHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of May 16-22, 2012.
Fish On: California Opening Day river, lake and stream report
Submitted by Don Quilici on Wed, 04/25/2012 - 4:04pmHere is this week's fishing report and a reminder that Saturday, April 28 is the Opening Day of California lake, river and stream fishing. This report covers water ways throughout Northern California, the Sierra, Nevada and Southern Oregon. To learn more about opening day or to get a California fishing license, go here.
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Edgewood Companies, City of South Lake Tahoe to break ground on Bonanza Park
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 04/23/2012 - 8:59amEvent Date:
April 30, 2012 - 5:30pm
A local South Lake Tahoe neighborhood will soon have something to cheer about because on Monday, April 30 from 5:30pm to 6 pm Edgewood Companies will join City officials, families, neighbors and community members at a celebratory groundbreaking ceremony. The groundbreaking will mark the start of construction on Bonanza Park, located at 1209 Bonanza Street.
With construction equipment ready to go at the Bonanza neighborhood site of the former C&M Lodge,
Lake Tahoe planning agency announces 2011 Best in The Basin award winners
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 02/21/2012 - 12:43pmRecognized for stewardship and care taken in the building and construction of developments around Lake Tahoe, the 22nd annual Best in the Basin awards were announced Tuesday by the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency.
The TRPA, which sets policy for development around Lake Tahoe, will recognize the winners, listed below, during the 2011 Best in the Basin awards presentation during the meeting of its Governing Board on Wednesday, Feb. 22 in Stateline. Go here for the agenda.
Edgewood Companies plans summer opening of Bonanza Park
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 11/03/2011 - 11:50amThe tired old C&M Lodge, located at 1209 Bonanza Avenue, was completely removed this last summer with more than 50 percent of building materials recycled in the sustainable deconstruction effort by Edgewood Companies. Edgewood acquired the C&M Lodge in order to reuse the associated Transient Occupancy Units (TAUs) on its new Lodge Project at the Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course, according to a news release.
Fishing report through Nov. 9
Submitted by Don Quilici on Thu, 11/03/2011 - 1:11amHere is this week's fishing report through Nov. 9 for Nevada, the Sierra, Northern California and Southern Oregon.
California free fishing day this Saturday
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 08/31/2011 - 12:44amBy Don Quilici
The second of California’s two free Fishing Days will be over the Labor Day holiday weekend on Saturday, Sept. 3. The other Free Fishing Day was back on July 2. You can fish, all day, without a fishing license.
You'll be able to fish wherever you like in California. However, you will need to abide by the rules and regulations that govern whatever water(s) you will be fishing.
So, be sure to obey those rules and regulations. Don’t do something illegal. If you do, and if you get caught, it could be very expensive.
Weekend Fishing Report
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 08/26/2011 - 9:45amBy Don Quilici
Here's the fishing report for the week of Aug. 24-31. The report covers lakes, rivers and streams in Nevada, Northern California, the Sierra and Southern Oregon.
Blight in Bonanza neighborhood gets recycled
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 08/17/2011 - 2:16pmOften it’s the quick demolition route developers will take to get rid of one project to build another. Materials are thrown in the trash with no consideration for their reuse potential. This is not the case with Edgewood Companies and the sustainable deconstruction effort at 1209 Bonanza Avenue, the site of the former C&M Lodge in South Lake Tahoe.