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Measure T one-day trial over in El Dorado County; Parties now to submit final briefs
Submitted by paula on Sat, 11/30/2024 - 8:33am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Six years after narrowly passing, Measure T is still caught up in the legal system. The ballot measure was a citizen-initiated one that restricted vacation home rentals (VHRs) in South Lake Tahoe located in residential areas. They were still allowed in non-residential areas (tourist core, commercial, recreation) and residents were allowed to rent their homes, no matter the location, up to 30 days per year.
Inmate in El Dorado County Jail in South Lake Tahoe found deceased in cell
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/29/2024 - 12:04pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - An inmate in the El Dorado County Jail in South Lake Tahoe was found unresponsive in his cell at about 5:30 a.m. Friday. Correctional officers, jail nursing staff, and fire personnel attempted life-saving measures however the inmate was pronounced deceased a short time later.
The identity of the inmate will be provided by the El Dorado County Sheriff’s (EDSO) Office after the next of kin has been notified.
Two die in Thanksgiving night crash on US50 west of South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/29/2024 - 10:50am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Two people died after a head-on collision on US50 at Echo Summit on Thanksgiving Day. At approximately 5:35 p.m. on November 28, the crash occurred between a green 2001 Toyota Sequoia (traveling west) and a silver 2015 Chevrolet Traverse (traveling east) near US-50 east of Audrain Way. The Toyota and Chevrolet collided head-on in the eastbound lane for unknown reasons.
US50 over Echo Summit closed due to fatal collision
Submitted by paula on Thu, 11/28/2024 - 8:58pm
FRIDAY UPDATE: - Two people died after a head-on collision on US50 at Echo Summit on Thanksgiving Day. At approximately 5:35 p.m. on November 28, the crash occurred between a green 2001 Toyota Sequoia (traveling west) and a silver 2015 Chevrolet Traverse (traveling east) near US-50 east of Audrain Way. The Toyota and Chevrolet collided head-on in the eastbound lane for unknown reasons. For more, view the updated story at https://southtahoenow.com/story/11/29/2024/two-die-thanksgiving-night-crash-us50-west-south-lake-tahoe
Congratulations to the winners of The Black Crowes tickets!
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/26/2024 - 10:49pm
Event Date:
January 3, 2025 - 7:30pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - Two lucky winners have been selected to win a pair of tickets to see The Black Crowes at the Tahoe Blue Event Center on December 3 at 7:30 p.m.
Thank you to all of you who entered the contest!
Jason Rolfe and Samantha Wilcox are the lucky winners!
There are still tickets available for purchase. Visit https://www.tahoeblueeventcenter.com/events/detail/black-crowes.
South Lake Tahoe Police Department reminds all to "buckle up" and travel safely during the Thanksgiving Holiday
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/26/2024 - 8:31pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – As millions of families throughout the state hit the road to visit friends and family this Thanksgiving holiday, the South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) reminds drivers and passengers to Buckle Up. Every Trip. Every Time. Whether you're taking a long drive across the country or a shorter trip around town to celebrate, wearing your seat belt is the single most effective thing you can do to protect yourself in a crash.
Limited fuel operations for Thanksgiving Week at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/25/2024 - 10:44pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. – The Tahoe Fire & Fuels Team (TFFT) Fall Prescribed Fire Program continues around Lake Tahoe, conditions and weather permitting. Limited pile burning may occur this week due to the Thanksgiving holiday. If conditions are favorable, widespread burning will resume next week. Smoke may be present.
Kirkwood parking open house to explain the 2024/25 plans
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/25/2024 - 9:41pm
Event Date:
December 7, 2024 - 10:00am
Kirkwood will be implementing a new parking system this winter so they will be holding a Community Parking Open House on Saturday, December 7 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the the Kirkwood Village. They open for the 2024/25 season on December 6.
South Lake Tahoe man reports car stolen shortly after it's involved in a hit-and-run crash
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/25/2024 - 12:03am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Officers from the South Lake Tahoe Police Department (STLPD) responded to a call for a hit-and-run collision on Ski Run Blvd. at 6:34 p.m. Sunday.
Upon arrival, officers found three damaged vehicles, all of them unoccupied. Upon investigation, they found that two of the vehicles were parked when the third, a Subaru, crashed into them and then crashed into a tree. The driver of the Subaru was nowhere in sight according to SLTPD.
Next Meyers Advisory Council meeting set
Submitted by paula on Sun, 11/24/2024 - 11:32pm
The next meeting of the Meyers Advisory Council will be held on Wednesday, December 4, 2024 4:30 p.m. in the Lake Valley Fire Station Training Room, 2211 Keetak Street, South Lake Tahoe. The meeting can also be viewed on Zoom at https://edcgov-us.zoom.us/j/89211511719.
1. Chair recommends the Council lead a discussion on the proposed
permanent Meyers Aquatic Invasive Species inspection station with onsite
workforce housing.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office calls in the Lake Tahoe area
Submitted by paula on Sun, 11/24/2024 - 9:51pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following calls only pertain to the South and West Shore, including Meyers, South Lake Tahoe, Meeks Bay, Tahoma, and the Echo Summit area. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at the time of the story.
November 11 - November 17, 2024
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10:05 VERBAL DISTURBANCE IN PROGRESS - Occurred on Tehama Dr, in South Lake Tahoe, CA. Disposition: ASSISTED.
Chance of rain and snow in week ahead in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 11/24/2024 - 9:21pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - While the Winter Storm Warning is in effect until Wednesday at 4 a.m., the storm appears to be trending warmer with snow projections cut back in the Lake Tahoe Basin.
The most pronounced impacts of this storm will be felt across portions of Alpine and Mono counties on Tuesday, with elevations above 7,500 feet experiencing the greatest snowfall.
After this passed, the Thanksgiving holiday and weekend will be generally dry with sunshine and cool temperatures.
The weekly forecast from the National Weather Service in Reno:
Power restored to the 17,000+ customers who spent part of Sunday in the dark
Submitted by paula on Sun, 11/24/2024 - 11:44am
UPDATE: Liberty has restored power to the over 17,000 customers without electricity Sunday afternoon. Power was back on to all South Lake Tahoe customers by 3:30 p.m.
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Liberty is reporting a large outage at the Y in South Lake Tahoe that is affecting about 6,055 customers. The outage was reported at 11:19 a.m. and at this time, crews are on their way to determine the length of an outage.
There are also a few, smaller outages at the northwest end of the lake.
South Lake Tahoe Blotter
Submitted by paula on Sat, 11/23/2024 - 11:18pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The following is a list of calls the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to during the week of 9/30 - 10/6, 2024. Location Checks are when officers search an area at a certain address. Transient/Homeless arrests/citations and calls are those normally categorized in other columns (Drunk in Public, Trespassing, etc.) but stats are collected separately.
Log for October 7 - October 20
10/7
Arrests
El Dorado County correctional officer arrested for sexual assault
Submitted by paula on Sat, 11/23/2024 - 7:41pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - The El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office became aware of potential sexual assault allegations involving a correctional officer and immediately began an investigation. On November 22, 2024, El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office Correctional Officer Michael Griffiths IV, 24 years old, was placed under arrest for sexual assault of an inmate.
What is happening with Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care?
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/22/2024 - 10:58pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Over the last several months, many stories have circulated in the community about Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care (LTWC). These stories have included animals being euthanized, long-time volunteers and staff members being let go, a board that isn't transparent, coyotes breaking in and killing an eaglet, and the loss of a permit to house rehabilitating bears.
South Lake Tahoe Police Department receives grant for programs to increase safety
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/22/2024 - 11:33am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) has been awarded a $45,000 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS). The grant will support the department's ongoing enforcement and education programs to help reduce the number of serious injuries and deaths on our roads.
Winter Storm Warning for Lake Tahoe and region Friday-Saturday
Submitted by paula on Thu, 11/21/2024 - 10:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno has issued a Winter Storm Warning for the Greater Lake Tahoe Area, Lassen, Eastern Plumas, and Eastern Sierra counties. This warning will be in effect from 10 a.m. Friday to 10 p.m. Saturday.
Expect heavy snow during this period with snow accumulations between 1 to 2 feet above 7,000 feet with 2 to 6 inches below 7,000 feet. Lake-level could see about an inch. Ridge winds gusting as high as 95 mph.
Lake winds may gust up to 50 mph on Friday and Friday night which will cause wave heights of 3 to 5 feet.
From steamers to hydrofoil, is electric ferry travel on Lake Tahoe the next new frontier?
Submitted by paula on Thu, 11/21/2024 - 3:54pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - In the late 1800s, traveling by boat on Lake Tahoe to get around to the communities around its 72-mile shore was the main way to travel. There we no cars, and using horses and wagons was not the easiest, or quickest, way to get around.
The invention of the car and the development of roads around the lake 1934-35 changed boat travel forever on Lake Tahoe, boats were scuttled and cars became king.
Now entrepreneurs are trying to change that and get boat travel on electric hydrofoil boats more commonplace.
Big rig driver cited after getting stuck at Emerald Bay
Submitted by paula on Thu, 11/21/2024 - 3:13pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - SR89 had to be closed for a short period Thursday morning as an overlength big rig got stuck and blocked both lanes at Watershed Curve at Emerald Bay. Caltrans and CHP-South Lake Tahoe worked together to get the road reopened in a timely fashion.
Big rigs have a length advisory of 30 feet from hitch/kingpin to the rear axle (a KPRA Advisory) in this area, with an overall maximum length of 65 feet.
The truck that was stuck was about 73-74 feet since it had a sleeper birth, giving it the extra feet.
Update: Liberty issues PSPS for Hope Valley, Markleeville, Coleville and Walker
Submitted by paula on Thu, 11/21/2024 - 12:46pm
FRIDAY UPDATE: Liberty is issuing the PSPS starting Friday morning at 8 a.m. The outage is for Markleeville, Woodfords, Desolation Hotel (Hope Valley), Topaz, Coleville, and Walker customers, due to extreme weather conditions that increase the risk of a potential wildfire. Customers will need to plan for an extended power shutoff that will begin at 8:00 a.m. on Friday, November 22, and could last more than 24 hours.
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Removal of lead-sheathed telecommunication cables from Lake Tahoe now complete
Submitted by paula on Thu, 11/21/2024 - 12:22pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The lead-sheathed telecommunications cables in Lake Tahoe for decades have now been completely removed. After their discovery by divers with the environmental non-profit Below the Blue, it took years and collaboration between several groups to get to this milestone.
Community Invited to farewell celebration for UC Davis Underwater Lake Tahoe Lounge
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/20/2024 - 10:52pm
Event Date:
December 13, 2024 - 4:00pm
INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - Community members, volunteers, and docents are invited to come together for a special farewell celebration for the beloved UC Davis Underwater Lake Tahoe Lounge. This is an immersive space at the UC Davis Tahoe Science Center created to give visitors a unique, in-depth view of the diverse life beneath the surface of Lake Tahoe. The gathering will be held on December 13, 2024, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Tahoe Science Center in Incline Village, allowing the community to say goodbye before the exhibit closes.
Speed limits to be reduced on some South Lake Tahoe streets
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/20/2024 - 10:17pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Lake Tahoe City Council approved a lowering of speed limits on some streets in the city after an Engineering and Traffic Survey (E&TS) was completed. California law requires cities to conduct a speed survey every 10 years for a speed limit to be enforceable,
even if no changes have been made to the roadway.
The Council approved a reduction in speed to 30 mph on Ski Run Blvd. from US50 to Pioneer Trail, on Lake Tahoe Blvd. from SR89 (the Y) to D Street, and a reduction to 25 mph on Pioneer Trail from Keller Road to US50.
American White Pelican saved in "Operation Whitey Rescue" in Truckee
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/20/2024 - 8:43pm
TRUCKEE, Calif. – An American White Pelican was stranded in Truckee and a group of people came to its rescue on a bitterly cold day this week, right before a storm hit the region. This story could have ended poorly for the distressed bird, but determined volunteers kept it from a disastrous fate as they battled thick ice, a strong, elusive target, and much uncertainty in trying to save a magnificent American White Pelican.
NV Energy shuts power to customers from Genoa to Reno due to forecast winds and fire danger
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/20/2024 - 11:05am
Updated as of 7:25 p.m. November 20: A PSOM event is in effect for all or portions of the following PSOM zones: Carson/Genoa (Genoa North, South Carson City - Clear Creek, South Carson City - Jacks Valley. NV Energy says
While its teams began patrols in the area, they continued to experience significant wind in the area, with gusts as high as 50 miles per hour. Based on the continued weather forecasts for the night, customers who are currently without power will remain without power through the evening.
John Rice named president of Ski California
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/20/2024 - 10:35am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Ski California Board of Directors has tapped John Rice, a ski industry veteran with 47 years of experience, as the association’s new president. Rice, who has served as Vice President and General Manager of Sierra-at-Tahoe since 1993, succeeds Mike Reitzell, who is now president and CEO of the National Ski Areas Association.
Village at Palisades Tahoe passes hurdle as specific plan is approved by Placer County supervisors
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/19/2024 - 11:58pm
OLYMPIC VALLEY, Calif. - For over 13 years there has been a plan in the works to expand the resort that is now known as Palisades Tahoe, adding residences, some dormitory-style housing, new commercial, retail, entertainment, and year-round recreational land uses including improved trail system, and public and private recreation facilities.
New leader tabbed for UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/19/2024 - 11:15pm
INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. – The University of California, Davis, Office of Research has announced the appointment of Stephanie Hampton as the director of the Tahoe Environmental Research Center (TERC) and professor in the Department of Environmental Science and Policy.
Hampton, an accomplished aquatic ecologist, and administrator currently serving as the deputy director of Biosphere Sciences and Engineering at Carnegie Science, will join TERC in the spring of 2025.
South Lake Tahoe will see wind, rain and snow during upcoming atmospheric river
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/19/2024 - 11:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Even though an atmospheric river is aiming for California, Lake Tahoe will not see the brunt of the storm. The area north of San Francisco into the I5 corridor will see massive amounts of rain, up to ten inches in many areas.
The first wave of the storm starts Wednesday, with a second, stronger storm hitting the region Friday into Saturday. The public should watch the forecast as the system gets closer, especially if traveling through the Sierra and over mountain passes.
Power restored after day-long PSPS for some Liberty customers south of Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/19/2024 - 5:59pm
Liberty said power has been restored to its customers who spent the day without power due to a PSPS.
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Lake Tahoe prescribed fire operations continue this week, weather permitting
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/18/2024 - 11:01pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. – The Tahoe Fire & Fuels Team (TFFT) Fall Prescribed Fire Program continues this week around Lake Tahoe, conditions and weather permitting. North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District may burn piles around Incline Village, Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District may burn piles near Glenbrook, Logan Creek, and on Kingsbury Grade, and the USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit may burn piles off Luther Pass near the campground and off Fallen Leaf and Spring Creek roads near South Lake Tahoe.
City moves forward with annexation of 2600 acres around Heavenly without support of resort
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/18/2024 - 9:59pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The City of South Lake Tahoe has been trying to get Heavenly Mountain Resort to support its plans to annex the land where the California operations are located. Heavenly is an island in the middle of the South Lake Tahoe city limits, leaving it to be serviced by El Dorado County while those going to enjoy the resort use city streets and services.
Forest thinning continues in the Lake Tahoe Basin
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/18/2024 - 7:17pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. – Tahoe Fire & Fuels Team (TFFT) forest thinning (fuels reduction) projects are underway and scheduled to continue through fall 2024, conditions and weather permitting. North Lake Tahoe and Tahoe Douglas fire protection districts, Liberty Utilities, NV Energy, and the USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit are working together to protect Lake Tahoe communities by reducing excess vegetation that can feed unwanted wildfires.
Public comment period opens for Lake Tahoe Basin Community Wildfire Protection Plan
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/18/2024 - 9:56am
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. – The 2025 Lake Tahoe Basin Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP) has been updated to reflect the evolving needs of our communities and landscape. CWPPs are community-driven plans prioritizing wildfire risk reduction, using local input and data to guide fuel reduction, improve preparedness, and address structural ignitability and wildfire response.
Housing, art, lower speed limits, and parking part of next South Lake Tahoe City Council agenda
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/18/2024 - 12:07am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The next South Lake Tahoe City Council meeting is on Tuesday, November 19 at 5:30 p.m. in Council Chambers at the airport. The agenda is a full one.
Two of the items are public hearings - The possible amendment to adopt a new demolition permit fee of $480 to the master fee schedule, and an employee housing ordinance.
Hiker rescued at Mt. Tallac after becoming disoriented and cold
Submitted by paula on Sun, 11/17/2024 - 10:45pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The El Dorado County Sheriff's Search and Rescue (EDSAR) team was dispatched to Mt. Tallac late Wednesday night after receiving a call about a lost hiker near the top of the mountain.
After quick system passes over Lake Tahoe Sunday, another one due mid-week with rain and snow
Submitted by paula on Sun, 11/17/2024 - 8:54pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - To start the week ahead in South Lake Tahoe the National Weather Service (NWS) Reno has issued a Lake Wind Advisory which is in place until 4 a.m. Monday. Expect rain, mountain snow showers, and gusty winds overnight through early Monday morning. Expect chilly temperatures to continue through Tuesday.
Conditions quickly improve on Monday morning. Although it will be quite chilly through Tuesday, due to the cold airmass staying put until the next system approaches the region by mid-week. Chances of showers midweek for Tahoe with dry conditions likely elsewhere.
Community members sought to judge South Tahoe High School Senior Projects
Submitted by paula on Sun, 11/17/2024 - 8:14pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Tahoe High School (STHS) is seeking volunteer judges for the semi-annual Senior Project presentations in 2025 are January 24, 2025, and May 29, 2025. Over the years, natural attrition has thinned the ranks of our community judges, and we are looking to increase our numbers by reaching out to interested members of the South Lake Tahoe community for help.
Water Service Line Inventory in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 11/16/2024 - 11:22pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - As part of a nationwide effort to protect communities from lead exposure, South Tahoe Public Utility District (STPUD) is encouraging residents to help identify the material of their water service line. While no lead water service lines have been identified in South Lake Tahoe to date, residents with unknown service line materials are urged to follow five easy steps to determine the material of their water line.
Douglas County welcomes new Assistant County Manager
Submitted by paula on Sat, 11/16/2024 - 10:50pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - Douglas County has announced the selection of Wendy Lang as its new assistant county manager. Lang brings nearly 11 years of experience with Douglas County, including nine years as the Director of Human Resources. During her tenure, she has played a pivotal role in leading key initiatives and driving organizational transitions, most recently as acting assistant county manager where she was instrumental in transitioning the governance of China Spring Youth Camp and developing the Douglas County Strategic Plan.
Heavenly and Palisades Tahoe both opening early after recent snowfall
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/15/2024 - 6:45pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Heavenly Mountain Resort and Palisades Tahoe have announced they will both be opening early, with lifts starting Wednesday, November 20 at Heavenly and Friday, November 22 at Palisades.
Heavenly
With 9 inches of new snow in the last week and more actively falling, Heavenly Mountain Resort announced today that it will open two days earlier than originally planned on Wednesday, November 20. These ideal conditions, along with the incredible work of the resort's snowmaking and mountain operations teams, will make for an exciting opening day.
59 vessels found with invasive species on board at Lake Tahoe this boating season
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/15/2024 - 5:23pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev./Calif. — As the Lake Tahoe boating and paddling season wraps up, agencies leading the Lake Tahoe Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) program are tallying up the 2024 watercraft inspection season and taking stock of the growing threat of AIS in the Tahoe Region.
Most of D.L. Bliss State Park will remain closed for third summer in 2025
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/15/2024 - 11:10am
TAHOMA, Calif. - Much of the popular D.L. Bliss State Park will be closed for another summer according to California State Parks. They made the announcement Friday that the park on the west shore of Lake Tahoe will remain closed for camping and partially closed for day use into summer 2025. They said the extended closure is necessary to complete an ongoing waterline infrastructure replacement. Campground reservations for the 2025 season at D.L. Bliss State Park will not be available until further notice.
The following day-use areas remain accessible:
Heavenly unveils transportation plan for easy mountain access this season
Submitted by paula on Thu, 11/14/2024 - 10:50pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - With skiers and riders visiting the California side of Heavenly Mountain Resort unable to park on adjacent city streets this winter, the resort has unveiled its transportation plan for the 2023/24 season.
During an Open House the resort held on Thursday, the public was able to speak to staff and learn options for parking, as well as meet avalanche dogs and try out a new menu in the California Base Lodge.
The lodge had several informational boards around the room with the message, "Let the Resort Come to you."
El Dorado County Sheriff's Office calls in the Lake Tahoe area
Submitted by paula on Thu, 11/14/2024 - 8:46pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following calls only pertain to the South and West Shore, including Meyers, South Lake Tahoe, Meeks Bay, Tahoma, and the Echo Summit area. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at the time of the story.
October 28 - November 10, 2024
10/28
06:00 BATTERY JUST OCCD - Occurred on Tehama Dr, in South Lake Tahoe, CA. Disposition: SUPPLEMENTAL REPORT.
Almost 1.5 tons of trash cleared from South Lake Tahoe encampments
Submitted by paula on Thu, 11/14/2024 - 7:43pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Almost 3,000 pounds of garbage was removed from three homeless encampments in South Lake Tahoe over the past month. A collaboration between the two field crew members of Clean Tahoe, the U.S. Forest Service, the South Lake Tahoe Police Department, and the El Dorado County Sheriff's Homeless Outreach Team (HOT) addressed the encampments.
Old AT&T cables being removed from Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/13/2024 - 10:49pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Twelve years ago, about 139,000 pounds of telecommunication lead cables were found abandoned along almost eight miles of Lake Tahoe shoreline. One long segment of the cables was resting offshore between Baldwin Beach and Rubicon Way, and another segment was inside Emerald Bay.
Largest invasive plant removal project in Lake Tahoe now complete
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/13/2024 - 9:26pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Aquatic invasive plants were successfully removed from 17 acres of the Taylor and Tallac creeks and marshes in South Lake Tahoe.
El Dorado County approves pay raises for unrepresented employees, part-time plow drivers included
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/13/2024 - 9:10pm
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - The El Dorado County Board of Supervisors Tuesday approved a three percent cost of living adjustment (COLA) for its unrepresented staff members. This increase goes into effect for part-time snow plow drivers as well since they are not represented by a union - only full-time transportation staff is.
While this doesn't solve the problem of getting enough snowplow operators on the streets of the county portion of the Lake Tahoe Basin for this winter, it helps those already on the payroll.
