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Draft 2017 Regional Transportation Plan released
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/22/2017 - 2:33pm
Stateline, Nevada – The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) on Wednesday released its Draft 2017 Regional Transportation Plan. TRPA updates the long-term plan every four years as a blueprint to prioritize and guide investments that will improve Lake Tahoe’s transportation system over the next 20-plus years.
The "new" local economy is focus of next Tahoe Talks
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/31/2016 - 11:06am
Event Date:
November 9, 2016 - 12:00pm
As the South Shore moves from an economy focused on casinos and gambling to one focused on recreation, new ideas are emerging on how to succeed and live in the area.
A panel of successful entrepreneurs will be on hand during the next Tahoe Talks, a monthly feature offered by the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) and their transportation arm, Tahoe Metropolitan Planning Organization (TMPO).
Tahoe Talks: Preventing the spread of aquatic invaders in Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 06/06/2016 - 9:45am
Event Date:
June 15, 2016 - 12:00pm
How do aquatic invasive plants and animals threaten the ecology and water quality of Lake Tahoe? Learn about steps you can take to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species during the next Tahoe Talks in the Aspen Room at Lake Tahoe Community College on Wednesday, June 15 from noon to 1:30 p.m.
Local experts will talk about why it’s important to inspect your boat, clean your recreational equipment and keep an eye out for aquatic invasive plants.
Speakers:
Zack Bradford, Natural Resources Manager, League to Save Lake Tahoe
City receives $3 million in grants for South Lake Tahoe projects
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/31/2016 - 3:40pm
Four new projects in South Lake Tahoe will be moving forward after the City was awarded $3 million in grants from the federal government through TRPA's Tahoe Metropolitan Planning Organization (TMPO).
The money will be used for the following:
$1.8 million for design and construction of the Sierra Boulevard Complete Street Project
$510,000 for construction of the Tahoe Valley Greenbelt Project
$390,000 for purchase of a Sander vehicle replacement
$200,000 for the design and engineering of the Lake Tahoe Boulevard Bike Trail
Community weighs in on Lake Tahoe transportation issues
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/25/2016 - 1:32pm
There is a balancing act needed to provide quality transportation, protect Lake Tahoe, keep clean air and meet the needs of the communities around the lake, but that is what Tahoe Transportation District is trying to accomplish with a series of pubic outreach efforts.
On Tuesday night in South Lake Tahoe, staff from the TTD, Tahoe Metropolitan Planning Organization (TMPO) and Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) held an open house at the Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel to get a pulse on the feelings of the public about transportation.
Tahoe Talks: Stormwater pollution and what is being done to protect Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/17/2016 - 7:41am
Event Date:
May 18, 2016 - 12:00pm
In the next "Tahoe Talks" on Wednesday, May 18, learn about the number one threat to Lake Tahoe’s legendary clarity: stormwater pollution. Local experts will talk about projects around Lake Tahoe that are helping to keep pollution from entering the Lake and steps you can take every day to prevent things like trash, oil, fine sediment and nutrients from making their way to Lake Tahoe.
Speakers:
Moderator: Zack Bradford, Natural Resources Manager, League to Save Lake Tahoe
Russ Wigart, Stormwater Coordinator, El Dorado County
Public meetings on transportation changes in Meyers
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/04/2016 - 11:24am
Event Date:
April 22, 2016 (All day)
El Dorado County is proposing roadway and multi-us path improvements for the Meyers community, and they are inviting the public to participate during three different outreach meetings on Friday, April 22.
The proposed changes are meant to make the transportation options more safe and attractive for those living in the area as well those visiting or passing through. One option already mentioned by Caltrans is the addition of a roundabout at the Highway 50/Highway 89 intersection to slow down traffic coming from Echo Summit.
Column: Active Transportation Plan adopted for Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/23/2016 - 8:07pm
The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency, in its capacity as the Tahoe Metropolitan Planning Organization, on Wednesday adopted an active transportation plan that will help communities continue to improve transportation options for bicyclists and pedestrians in the Tahoe Basin.
Transportation projects that improve infrastructure for bicyclists and pedestrians also help improve air and water quality, revitalize the economy, improve public health, and enhance recreation opportunities.
Tahoe Talks: "How to City - A Property Owner's Guide to the City and TRPA"
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/07/2016 - 9:16am
The next Tahoe Talks, the series of community forums sponsored by Tahoe Metropolitan Planning Organization and its partners, will be focused on how South Lake Tahoe homeowners can work with the City and Tahoe Regional Planning Agency on accomplishing home projects.
TRPA releases draft active transportation plan for Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/14/2016 - 6:20pm
Improving transportation options for bicyclists and pedestrians is one of the most effective strategies to conserve and restore Lake Tahoe’s environment, revitalize the economy, enhance recreation opportunities, and improve public health, according to Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) officials.
Tahoe Talks: Addressing Prosperity for Tahoe's Residents
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/15/2015 - 10:16pm
Event Date:
December 16, 2015 - 12:00pm
What does a Prosperous Tahoe look like? What does prosperity mean? How can we measure it? The Tahoe Prosperity Center (TPC) mission is uniting Tahoe's communities to strengthen regional prosperity. How do our governments, businesses and communities fit into that goal? What can we do to ensure Tahoe's residents are prosperous?
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)
10th Annual Tahoe Bike Challenge starts June 1
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/21/2015 - 8:03pm
Every year for two weeks, hundreds of Lake Tahoe residents and visitors park their cars and ride their bikes to work, school, and for fun. Participants in the Tahoe Bike Challenge, which runs from June 1 to June 14, track their miles and join the friendly competition for fun prizes and bragging rights.
City Council approves motion to apply for $2.1 million transportation grant
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/05/2015 - 11:57pm
"This is astounding and I have not seen anything to this degree in the years I've lived here." Those were South Lake Tahoe City Councilwoman JoAnn Conner's words after hearing how several agencies will work together to make the Middle School Connectivity Plan a reality.
Her sentiments were echoed by her fellow council members and the mayor after seeing how multiple agencies can leverage their funds and plan together for a network of connecting trails through South Lake Tahoe that will keep pedestrians and bikers off unsafe roadways.
Who Stole Winter? How to adapt to a devastating drought in the Sierra
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/17/2015 - 12:05am
"You have to adapt to changes in life or you won't survive," John Rice told a crowd at Wednesday's 'Tahoe Talks' held at LTCC.
"Change is happening, clearly we're in a drought, whether it's here for short term, or long term, time will tell," said Rice, the VP and General Manager of Sierra-at-Tahoe. "The ski industry has the most to lose in a drought."
Community helps shape future of walking, biking and safety in Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/15/2015 - 10:55pm
Dozens of community members came to the South Lake Tahoe Library Tuesday night to see what is being planned as an update to the Lake Tahoe Region Bike and Pedestrian Plan and give their opinions.
Those attending were asked to look at the plans displayed on boards lining the room, and give their comments on a variety of issues from safety to connectivity.
People were actively participating, telling the project planners, Tahoe Metropolitan Planning Organization (TMPA) and TRPA, what they felt was most important on infrastructure and goals.
Provide input on future of Lake Tahoe bike and pedestrian paths
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/13/2015 - 10:09pm
Event Date:
April 14, 2015 - 5:30pm
The public has two upcoming opportunities to plan the future of Lake Tahoe bike and pedestrian paths, the first of which will be held on Tuesday, April 14 at the South Lake Tahoe Library from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
The Lake Tahoe Region Bike and Pedestrian Plan (BPP) was last updated in 2010, and because of this, the Tahoe Metropolitan Planning Organization (TMPO) is conducting an online survey as well as holding a meeting on both the North and South shores of Lake Tahoe.
Brown Bag Lunch Series to touch on drought and cycling this Spring
Submitted by paula on Sun, 04/05/2015 - 7:55pm
The Tahoe Metropolitan Planning Organization (TMPO) and its partners continue their lunchtime forum for learning and sharing ideas that strengthen our Tahoe communities.
Topics focus on transportation, environmental, and economic ideas that are pertinent to issues we face today at Lake Tahoe. They are always looking for idea on new topics.
Upcoming Brown Bag events:
Wednesday, April 15 – Dealing with Drought – Stewardship Practices at Sierra-at-Tahoe
Time: 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Speaker: John Rice, VP General Manager Sierra-at-Tahoe
South Lake Tahoe Middle School Connectivity Plan update
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/18/2015 - 9:17pm
Community members, school officials, local planners and agencies have been involved with the South Tahoe Middle School Connectivity Plan for months and the final plan will soon be available. The goal has been to create safer, more walkable and bikeable off highway routes around South Tahoe Middle School (STMS), Bijou Park and Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC). A $150,000 grant from the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency to the Lake Tahoe Unified School District got the activity in motion.
Tahoe Talks Lunch Series Continues March 18
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/14/2015 - 12:27am
A Tahoe Talks Brown Bag Lunch Series recently launched offers a monthly forum for people to discuss and learn more about ways to strengthen communities, make towns safer for bicyclists and pedestrians, and help protect Lake Tahoe’s amazing natural resources.
Lunches are held monthly at Lake Tahoe Community College. They cover topics ranging from transportation to the economy and the environment, and offer a comfortable, low-key setting for people to discuss and learn about those issues. The events are free to the public.
Agencies Seek Public Input on Lake Tahoe Pedestrian Network
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/09/2015 - 8:25pm
Tahoe Regional Planning Agency, in its capacity as the Tahoe Metropolitan Planning Organization, is asking people to take an online survey and provide public input needed to create a connected, accessible, and safe bicycle and pedestrian network at Lake Tahoe.
The survey is being offered through June 30. It is available at http://tahoempo.org/atpsurvey/ and takes about 15 minutes to complete.
Tahoe Talks Brown Bag Lunch Series: How to Build a Better Block
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/14/2015 - 12:00am
Event Date:
January 20, 2015 - 11:30am
The next Tahoe Talks Brown Bag Lunch series is Wednesday, January 21st at 11:30 a.m. at Lake Tahoe Community College in the Aspen Room.
Join Trevor Coolidge, Associate Civil Engineer for the City of South Lake Tahoe for a follow-up to the December webinar “Using Pilot Projects to Implement Protected Bike Lanes.” The presentation will include a discussion with engineers from El Dorado County and Douglas County on the challenges and opportunities related to implementing pilot projects and complete streets in South Shore communities.
Comments sought for SR 89/Fanny Bridge community revitalization project
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/24/2014 - 1:42am
Draft environmental documents are available for public review and comment for the State Route 89/Fanny Bridge Community Revitalization Project in Tahoe City, California. Public comments will be accepted through Tuesday, February 17, 2015.
Funds to Improve Lake Tahoe Community Mobility and Economic Vitality Now Available
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/15/2014 - 1:46pm
Lake Tahoe, CA/NV – The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) in its role as the Tahoe Metropolitan Planning Organization (TMPO) announced today the opening of the first application period for the On Our Way Community Grant Program to help Lake Tahoe community organizations and local governments identify transportation and other improvements that improve walking and biking or support economic vitality.
Lake Tahoe 2035 transportation plan targets emission reduction strategies
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 12/19/2012 - 12:41pmAlong with the Lake Tahoe Regional Plan Update, Mobility 2035, which is the Lake Tahoe Regional Transportation Plan and Sustainable Communities Strategy, was also approved by regional boards last week at Harveys Resort convention center in Stateline.
Passage of the Sustainable Communities Strategy makes Tahoe the fourth region in the state of California to approve a plan that complies with new greenhouse gas emissions legislation, according to the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) and Tahoe Metropolitan Planning Organization (TMPO).
Lake Tahoe Basin transportation plan open to public input
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/07/2011 - 9:18amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Tahoe Metropolitan Planning Organization, charged with creating a 23-year vision for transportation in the Tahoe Basin, wants to hear the public's ideas and prioritie...
Tahoe's transportation vision outpaces implementation
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 11/06/2011 - 11:00amThe Tahoe Metropolitan Planning Organization, an arm of TRPA, rolled out its plan for the future to about 50 people who attended a meeting Nov. 3 at Inn by the ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../tahoes-tran...
Regional Transportation Plan Update
Submitted by admin on Mon, 10/24/2011 - 1:58pm
Tahoe Metropolitan Planning Organization will hold a meeting for input on Thursday, November 3 from 5:30pm-8:00pm at Inn by the Lake
We want to hear from you! At the workshop: Share your transportation and fiscal investment priorities Learn about current projects like transit shelters and the Nevada Stateline to Stateline Bikeway Visit activity-based stations at your own pace Refreshments and childcare provided Innovative interactive computer technology opportunities Spanish language materials and speaker available YOUR VOICE MATTERS.
November workshops focus on transportation issues
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 10/19/2011 - 5:46pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Tahoe Metropolitan Planning Organization will host two workshops Nov. 1 and Nov. 3 to solicit public input on transportation priorities.The workshops are part of a fo...
Regional transportation issues will be focus of November workshops
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 10/18/2011 - 4:28pmBy Jeff Cowen
The Tahoe Metropolitan Planning Organization will host two workshops November 1 and 3 to get public input on transportation priorities. The workshops are part of a four-year update of the Regional Transportation Plan (Mobility 2035) being carried out by TMPO and the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency. The agencies encourage public input to better serve the needs of the community, according to TRPA Transportation Planning Manager Nick Haven.
