Carl Hasty announces retirement from Tahoe Transportation District

LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - During its board meeting last Tuesday, Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) District Manager Carl Hasty announced his retirement.

Hasty has served as the agency for over 15 years. The TTD Board of Directors will begin the process of selecting a successor, with discussions planned for the September board meeting. The District is also actively seeking a Senior Transportation Planner to continue the momentum and advance future projects that build on Hasty’s legacy.

During Hasty's tenure, vital funding for, and implementation of, projects that have significantly enhanced transportation infrastructure while preserving the natural beauty of the Lake Tahoe Basin.

“Carl’s visionary approach to transportation has left an indelible mark on our region,” said Alexis Hill, Chair of the TTD Board of Directors. “His dedication to both the community and the environment has set a high standard for all of us. We are grateful for his leadership and commitment, which have truly transformed the way we approach transportation in the Lake Tahoe Basin.”

Hasty became a well-known name on the South Shore when there was a planned highway bypass through the Rocky Point neighborhood of South Lake Tahoe. He led numerous workshops and meetings to share the transportation vision of a highway that moved off its current route so a downtown with more walkability and events could take its place. Dubbed the Loop Road, many were for the US50 Revitalization Project, and many were against it including one South Lake Tahoe City Council.

That plan never took place due to public pressure, but Hasty saw many other projects take place.

TTD has played a pivotal role in advancing major initiatives, including the SR 89/Fanny Bridge Community Revitalization project. Collaborating with local communities and multiple agencies, this project resulted in the construction of a 153-foot bridge over the Truckee River, new roundabouts, and multimodal enhancements that improved connectivity and safety for pedestrians and cyclists.

Significant progress was also made on the SR 28 National Scenic Byway project, which earned its designation as America’s Most Beautiful Bikeway by creating safer, more accessible routes. Key achievements include the completion of the North Shore Demonstration Project—a three-mile multi-use trail connecting Incline Village to Sand Harbor State Park, which opened on June 28, 2019, and the South Shore bike path from Stateline to Roundhill, both integral parts of the Stateline to Stateline project. Planned projects for the east shore corridor include nearly eight miles of multi-use trail from Sand Harbor to Spooner Summit, expected to be completed between 2025 and 2030, along with various transit, parking, and water quality improvements.

Additional accomplishments include relocating shoulder parking off the highway on SR 28 and completing the Meeks Bay to Sugar Pine Point Bikeway on the West Shore. The District also developed the Lake Tahoe Community College Mobility Hub, installed the first bus charging station at the Hub, and purchased Lake Tahoe’s first battery-operated bus. Furthermore, the District oversaw the acquisition and operation of the South Shore Bus system, the construction of the Incline Village Roundabout, and expanded access to Sand Harbor through the East Shore Express. These efforts have significantly enhanced regional transportation and recreational infrastructure.

Reflecting on his career, Hasty remarked, “The accomplishments we’ve achieved during my time here have only been possible through the collective effort and dedication of our team and board. I am proud of the work we've done to ensure that our transportation systems not only meet the needs of our growing communities but also protect the environmental integrity of the Lake Tahoe Basin.”

TTD staff and the board played a crucial role in securing vital funding through legislation, further establishing TTD's position as the regional transportation authority. Their efforts have led to significant improvements in transit and safety, reduced vehicular emissions, and supported sustainable tourism through various enhancement projects.

"As I approach my sixteenth anniversary as TTD’s District Manager, I feel privileged for the opportunity to have had the role and to accomplish what TTD has worked to establish, especially given its limited size and resources," said Hasty in his resignation letter. "I have been blessed with and have enjoyed working with a wonderful team who continue to make an outstanding contribution to Lake Tahoe. TTD would not have had the impact it has had to date and persist without their creativity, energy, skills, and dedication."