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New agreement in the works for 56-acre South Lake Tahoe downtown project
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/16/2020 - 8:43pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The long-discussed 56-acre parcel in the middle of South Lake Tahoe is finally seeing movement again, and both the South Lake Tahoe City Council and El Dorado County Board of Supervisors (BOS) supporting further conversation. A formal agreement between the two is expected later in 2020 with another one-two years of public meetings, consultant review, and planning before plans are implemented. The California Tahoe Conservancy is funding the cost of the consultant, just as they did 30 years ago.
City of South Lake Tahoe holding mobile vending workshop
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/18/2018 - 9:54pm
Event Date:
August 2, 2018 - 2:00pm
Food trucks can be found in communities across the country, and proponents of bringing the popular mobile vendors to South Lake Tahoe have asked City Council to look into updating regulations and changing code that currently forbid them in city limits. Council asked staff to look into food trucks, and the pros and cons of adding them in South Lake Tahoe.
Recreation jobs available at City of South Lake Tahoe job fair
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/29/2018 - 8:34pm
Event Date:
April 4, 2018 - 2:00pm
Join the Recreation Services Team this summer and make memories in America’s All Year Playground. The City of South Lake Tahoe Recreation Department is hosting a Summer Job Fair on Wednesday, April 4 from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Recreation & Swim Complex located at 1180 Rufus Allen Blvd.
They are seeking recreation leaders, lifeguards, swim instructors, cashiers, golf course positions, campground positions, park attendants, maintenance positions and more.
For more information contact the Recreation & Swim Complex at (530) 542-6056 or visit us online at www.cityofslt.us/jobs.
Day of the Young Child in South Lake Tahoe Saturday
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/22/2018 - 8:52pm
Event Date:
March 24, 2018 - 10:00am
Choices for Children, in partnership with the City of South Lake Tahoe, are presenting Day of the Young Child on Saturday, March 24 from 10:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m at the SLT Recreation & Swim Complex.
This is a free and family friendly event with a day full of activities, booths and games as well as employment information for those interested in the Early Childhood Education field.
The Recreation Complex is located at 1180 Rufus Allen Boulevard in South Lake Tahoe.
Blood drive moved due to snow forecast
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/02/2018 - 12:57am
Event Date:
March 10, 2018 - 12:00pm
The current blizzard in South Lake Tahoe has postponed another public event. Friday's planned community blood drive has been moved to Saturday, March 10 at the Recreation Swim Complex, 1180 Rufus Allen Blvd., South Lake Tahoe.
The South Lake Tahoe Community Blood Drive will run from 12:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. . Barton Memorial Hospital Auxiliary is sponsoring this event. Donate blood, get a t-shirt.
Blood Source 916-453-3039
Please bring a photo ID
Eat well and drink plenty of fluids
Spring into Summer event to highlight recreation services in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/31/2017 - 2:51pm
Event Date:
June 3, 2017 - 10:00am
Summer programs offered by the City of South Lake Tahoe Parks & Recreation Department will be the focus of a kick-off party on Saturday, June 3 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Recreation & Swim Complex.
They are gearing up for another summer season full of adventure, learning, fun and great memories. The event is free and designed to highlight summer programs, introduce recreation instructors and provide tours of the complex in a fun and festive environment.
Day of the Young Child in South Lake Tahoe Saturday
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/10/2017 - 1:09am
Event Date:
March 11, 2017 - 10:00am
The Annual Day of the Young Child will be held in South Lake Tahoe on Saturday, March 11 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the SLT Recreation Center.
This year, the event is being presented by Choices for Children and the City of South Lake Tahoe.
Celebrate children of the community at this family friendly event full of informative and hands-on booths, games and child friendly activities.
The SLT Recreation Swim Complex is located at 1180 Rufus Allen Blvd.
Evacuation Center opened in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/08/2017 - 6:45pm
7:25 p.m. update Sunday - A second evacuation site has been set up at South Tahoe Middle School in the Multi-Purpose Room. It will accommodate pets and is staffed by the City of South Lake Tahoe staff and South Tahoe Action Team volunteers.
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The City of South Lake Tahoe and American Red Cross have opened an evacuation center at South Tahoe High School in the school's student union.
It is located at 1735 Lake Tahoe Boulevard. The Recreation Swim Complex is not available as an evacuation center due to flooding at that location.
City of South Lake Tahoe warns residents and visitors of major weather event
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/05/2017 - 5:59pm
If the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) forecast is correct, South Lake Tahoe could see the largest rain/snow weather event since the memorable floods of 1997 and 2005.
Those traveling to South Lake Tahoe, and those that live here, are being warned to be prepared for the storm which is slated to reach the Sierra overnight Saturday and last until Monday.
City celebrates passage of Measure P in Tuesday's election
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/09/2016 - 11:15am
Measure P, the two percent raise in transient occupancy tax for lodging properties in the City limits, has passed by a fairly large margin. With 100 percent of the precincts counted, a "yes" vote of 3,214 to 1,537 has passed by a 35.30 percent difference in the unofficial results.
The measure will use the funds raised by the extra tax to support recreational improvements in the City. A new recreation center, competitive pool and ball courts are in the plans.
No Child Left Inside - Join the SLT summer camp program
Submitted by paula on Sat, 06/18/2016 - 6:45pm
Now that school is out, the City of South Lake Tahoe Recreation Department is offering their summer program, South Tahoe Adventure Camp (STAR).
STAR Youth Camp is designed for children ages 6-12 years (entering grades 1st-6th), Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., June 20 – August 19. The camps’ slogan is..."NO CHILD LEFT INSIDE!” Their mission is to provide an active, healthy, and safe environment for youth to learn and play. We focus on inspiring a love for the outdoors through exposure to the natural playground in and around the Tahoe region.
Sign up to coach baseball this spring and get free SF Giants tickets
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/06/2016 - 7:17pm
Coaches are needed for the South Lake Tahoe Recreation Department's new Junior Giants program for ages 5 to 18.
As a benefit, all coaches who sign up now will get two tickets to the Giants vs. Diamondbacks game on April 19, 2016 at 7:05 p.m. at AT&T Park in San Francisco.
Community invited to participate in planning new Recreation Complex
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/11/2016 - 5:23pm
Event Date:
March 31, 2016 - 5:30pm
With recreation a major focus of the community, both of locals and visitors, the City of South Lake Tahoe has identified the need to renovate the current recreation center.
On Thursday, March 31, the second community workshop on ideas for the Recreation Swim Complex will be held from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the complex, located at 1180 Rufus Allen Blvd.
City of South Lake Tahoe celebrates 50th with History Hunt Week
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/21/2015 - 9:47pm
Which year was “Lakeshore Park Beach” renamed the “Thomas F. Regan Memorial Beach?”
What year did Campground by the Lake open?
These are just a few of the questions asked in the interactive History Hunt created to celebrate the City of South Lake Tahoe's 50th anniversary. The community has been invited to participate in family friendly "History Hunt Week" from August 22 to August 29, 2015.
Automated External Defibrillators installed at City buildings
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/30/2015 - 11:06pm
The South Lake Tahoe Fire Department installed Automated External Defibrillators (AED) in all city staffed buildings this week including the airport, Parks and Recreation Swim Complex, Motor Pool, Senior Center, Transit Center, Services Center and at the Police Department.
South Lake Tahoe Little League's Opening Day festivities snowed out
Submitted by paula on Sat, 04/25/2015 - 8:20pm
Event Date:
May 2, 2015 - 9:00am
A late season snow caused the South Tahoe Little League's opening ceremonies to be delayed one week.
The same schedule will be followed on Saturday, May 2 at the South Tahoe Little League Complex located on Rufus Allen Blvd.
Opening Day for South Tahoe Little League Saturday
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/22/2015 - 11:39pm
Event Date:
April 25, 2015 - 9:00am
An Opening Day celebration is planned at the South Tahoe Little League Complex this Saturday, April 25th. A parade and ribbon cutting ceremony are planned prior to the start of scheduled games. The parade will start on the street next to the South Tahoe Middle School tennis courts at 9:00 a.m. with a planned parade path to follow Lyons Avenue to Rufus Allen, and into the major’s field by way of the snack shack entrance. Parking will not be available at South Tahoe Middle School due to the eWaste collection event. Parking is available along Rufus Allen Blvd.
What is your future vision for the SLT Recreation Complex?
Submitted by paula on Sat, 11/08/2014 - 9:18pm
Event Date:
November 18, 2014 - 7:00pm
The Parks, Trails and Recreation Master Plan has identified the South Lake Tahoe Recreation Complex for future renovation, but exactly how that renovation will look is up to the public.
The City's Parks and Recreation Commission is holding a public workshop to gather input from the community on what their desires for the complex are.
Learn out more about the South Lake Tahoe Parks, Trails and Master Plan
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/24/2014 - 9:49pm
Event Date:
September 25, 2014 - 7:00pm
The South Lake Tahoe Parks, Trails and Recreation Master Plan will be unveiled to the public at an Open House on Thursday, September 25 at 7 p.m. at the SLT Recreation Center.
This is an opportunity for everyone to view the plan, share ideas on the recommendations within the plan as well as ask questions.
The interactive “open house” event at the Recreation & Swim Complex located at 1180 Rufus Allen Blvd. The complete DRAFT plan, Executive Summary and more information is available at www.cityofslt.us/recmasterplan
Parks, Trails and Recreation Draft Master Plan released by City and County
Submitted by paula on Sat, 08/30/2014 - 12:48amThe Recreation Mater Plan has been in front of local citizens, community groups and staff for the past several months, and now their ideas and suggestions has formulated a Draft Master Plan that can now be reviewed.
The Plan is intended to provide strategic guidance for the management, improvement and development of City and County parks, in conjunction with the recreation opportunities provided by other public and private entities in the South Shore.
South Lake Tahoe Spring into Summer Kick-Off Party
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 05/10/2013 - 9:30amEvent Date:
June 1, 2013 - 10:00am
The City of South Lake Tahoe’s Parks and Recreation Department invites residents to its inaugural Spring into Summer event on Saturday, June 1, from 10 a.m., to 2 p.m.
This event is FREE and allows families to tour the recreation swim complex, meet the recreation partners and sign up for programs such as the South Tahoe Adventure Recreation (STAR) Camps and meet camp leaders, swim lessons, and enjoy refreshments. Attendees of the event will receive a FREE one day use pass.
