el dorado county
Suicides on the rise across US in all states but Nevada
Submitted by paula on Fri, 06/08/2018 - 10:04pm
It has been a very tough and tragic week, with the passing of Kate Spade and Anthony Bourdain, and because of their suicides and a report released by the CDC, NAMI ((National Alliance on Mental Illness) El Dorado County is seeing an increase in phone calls from the community.
Suicide rates have been rising in nearly every state, according to the latest Vital Signs report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). It is the 10th leading cause of death and is one of just three leading causes that are on the rise (behind diseases of the heart and Cerebrovascular diseases).
Almost 23,000 uncounted ballots in El Dorado County
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/07/2018 - 11:25pm
El Dorado County Elections official are still counting some 23,000 "Vote By Mail" ballots that were either sent in close to election day, or dropped off at polling places Tuesday.
This isn't an abnormal number but one that often catches many by surprise.
During those late counts of ballots in 2014, the final two candidates for the El Dorado County Board of Supervisors for Area 5 changed from election day, sending Sue Novasel and Kenny Curtzwiler to the November election. As of Tuesday, the same two appear to be headed to November's ballot.
Community Vacation Rental Forum Saturday in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 06/06/2018 - 10:48am
Event Date:
June 9, 2018 - 12:00pm
Both sides of the South Lake Tahoe vacation rental ballot measures will be speaking in a forum setting at the SLT Senior Center on Saturday, June 9 from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Peggy Bourland, Ken Weitzman and Dianne Rees will be speaking for the Anti-VHR measure, while Mark Salmon, Jerry Williams and Steve Teshara will be speaking for the pro-regulation, pro-VHR measure.
Also being discussed will be housing, employment and jobs implications of either measure with representatives from various businesses, employers and housing.
Novasel and Curtzwiler lead race for County Supervisor after 100% of precincts counted
Submitted by paula on Tue, 06/05/2018 - 8:44pm
100 percent of the precincts have been counted and there are just some mail-ins waiting for be tabulated and counts can be changed until count is final.
County Supervisor Area 5
Sue Novasel - 1604 Votes or 36.90%
Kenny Curtzwiler - 1419 Votes or 32.64%
Jeffrey Spencer - 718 Votes or 16.52%
Norma Santiago - 597 Votes or 13.73%
County Supervisor Area 4
Michael Ranalli - 3599 votes or 50.03%
Lori Parlin - 2698 votes or 37.50%
Bogdan Ambrozewicz - 888 votes or 12.34%
County District Attorney
Letter: Soroptimist of Tahoe Sierra club thanks all who made Elegant Evening a success
Submitted by paula on Mon, 06/04/2018 - 2:57pm
Soroptimist International of Tahoe Sierra’s Elegant Evening 2018 at Harrah’s Tahoe was a huge success and that was due to the generosity of businesses and friends both near and far.
Thank you to all who attended this fun, entertaining and worthwhile event and those that donated to enable our support of the many programs and organizations we assist. As always, all money raised is invested into schools, scholarships, community projects, youth, and services both locally and globally. (www.sitahoesierra.org) .t
Lake Tahoe area roadwork June 4 - 9
Submitted by paula on Mon, 06/04/2018 - 1:31pm
The following is the Caltrans schedule for Lake Tahoe basin roads this week.
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
State Route 49 (El Dorado County): Work continues on a $22 million project to replace the South Fork American River Bridge in Coloma-Lotus. This project will make seismic improvements to the new bridge, widen the structure to allow for 8-foot shoulders and 6-foot sidewalks, and also make roadway improvements to State Route 49 on either side of the bridge. Completion is expected in mid-August. No traffic-interfering work is scheduled on the highway.
California Primary on Tues., June 5
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/03/2018 - 11:07pm
The California primary is on Tuesday, June 5, and a lot of decisions are facing voters in South Lake Tahoe both at the county and district level, as well as at the state level.
California changed their primary system ten years ago for the top offices and now it is the two candidates with the most votes on Tuesday that will head to the November elections, no matter which party they belong to. Prior to this system it would be the top democrat and top republican that would face off.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/03/2018 - 7:43pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following are calls that only pertain to the South Shore. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at time of story.
Some of those recently added to last week's log:
5/23
8:00 a.m. - Assist Other Agency - Johnson Blvd - SLT PD DETECTIVES REQUESTED ASSISTANCE WITH ARREST OF 29-YEAR-OLD MALE.
County VHR ad hoc committee meeting changes locations
Submitted by paula on Fri, 06/01/2018 - 7:06pm
Event Date:
June 11, 2018 - 5:30pm
The next meeting of the El Dorado County Board of Supervisors Vacation Home Rental (VHR) ad hoc committee has changed locations. Originally planned for Placerville, the meetig on June 11 will now be from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Lake Tahoe Science Magnet School.
Ad hoc committee members Supervisors Mike Ranalli and Sue Novasel will be joined by County staff at the meeting.
Man arrested in South Lake Tahoe after allegedly stabbing roommate
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/29/2018 - 9:12pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - One man is behind bars and another at Renown Medical Center with life threatening injuries after an altercation Monday between roommates at a Stateline area motel.
At 12:30 p.m. on May 28, officers from the South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) responded to a report of a stabbing at the Mark Twain Motel at 947 Park Avenue. Upon arrival they found a 23-year-old man who had recently moved to South Lake Tahoe with numerous life threatening wounds to his head and leg.
Lake Tahoe area farmer's markets prepare to open for season
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/28/2018 - 12:39am
It's almost time to enjoy fresh food, fruit, vegetables and other goods at farmer's markets in North and South Lake Tahoe, Truckee, Carson City, Incline Village and the Carson Valley.
Starting Friday, June 2:
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/27/2018 - 11:18pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following are calls that only pertain to the South Shore. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at time of story.
Some of those recently added to last week's log:
5/17
4:10 a.m. - Coroner's Case - South Lake Tahoe - 29-YEAR-OLD MALE DECEASED.
5/19
Joint CA and NV sting operations net 16 people posing as contractors
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/25/2018 - 7:27pm
Sting operations in Zephyr Cove and South Lake Tahoe caught 16 people posing as licensed contractors. The California Contractors State License Board (CSLB) teamed with the Nevada State Contractors Board (NSCB) in South Lake Tahoe on Wednesday, May 16, and the following day in Zephyr Cove, Nevada.
South Tahoe High students grieve the loss of a classmate
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/25/2018 - 4:00pm
The story has been updated.
After the death of a South Tahoe High School junior, the school has set up grief counseling for students as the school comes to grips with losing one of their own.
On Thursday, school officials notified students and their parents of the death of Thomas Varner.
"We are deeply saddened by the loss of Thomas and will continued to provide care and support to our staff and students," said Principal Carline Sinkler in a letter to parents.
Over 60 student were seen by counselors through student walk-ins or staff and/or parent referral.
Letter: Spencer for El Dorado County Supervisor
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 05/25/2018 - 3:26pm
Dear Editor,
I don’t typically endorse political candidates, but with the serious issues facing El Dorado County and the need for good leadership in our Supervisor, I’m going to break my own rule in support of Jeffrey Spencer.
While Jeffrey Spencer’s name is not as well known around town as the other candidates, Jeffrey and his family have ties to our community that go back decades. He purchased his home ten years ago with plans to retire here, and has lived here full time for five years. His two sons have attended the Middle School and South Tahoe High.
Likely South Lake Tahoe voters to see two VHR ballot measures in November
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/23/2018 - 3:23pm
Two South Lake Tahoe community groups have submitted petitions to get their vacation home rental (VHR) initiatives on the November, 2018 ballot. The first group, Tahoe Neighborhoods Group, submitted 1,651 signatures to the City Clerk on April 30, and the second group, Sustainable Community Alliance, turned in 1,827 signatures on May 21, less than 30 days after they started collecting them.
Imprisoned South Lake Tahoe man to be arraigned on charges he killed his 3-week-old son
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/23/2018 - 12:05pm
Murder charges have been filed against a South Lake Tahoe man, almost ten years after the death of his three-week old baby boy.
On November 14, 2008, officers from the South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) arrived at a home after a call about a baby who was found unconscious. The South Lake Tahoe Fire Department arrived shortly after and transported the infant to the hospital where he was declared deceased. Both the baby's mother and father were present at the time police arrived.
Wine Walk at Heavenly Village a fundraiser for Christmas Cheer
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/23/2018 - 9:22am
On Thursday, May 24, Heavenly Village in South Lake Tahoe will be the seen of a charity wine walk from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
For $20, participants will go to participating stores and get a sample of wine from Carson Road Wineries of El Dorado County. Proceeds go to benefit Christmas Cheer, the year round charity that supplies food and other supplies to those in need.
There will also be food specials at the Village, along with a chance to win great prizes.
Stop by the booth in the middle of Heavenly Village to pay the fee and get your pass to a fun evening.
Bird in South Lake Tahoe tests positive for West Nile Virus
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/22/2018 - 9:15pm
The first El Dorado County case of West Nile virus has been confirmed in South Lake Tahoe. County health officials received confirmation this week that a Stellar Jay found on May 7 has tested positive for the virus.
This bird was the first one for the county in 2018. Besides El Dorado COunty, West Nile virus activity in dead birds has been reported in two other California counties, San Mateo and Santa Clara.
Farmer's Market Food Bank stops in South Lake Tahoe Wednesday
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/22/2018 - 8:19pm
Event Date:
May 23, 2018 - 10:00am
The Food Bank of El Dorado County starts their seasonal stops in South Lake Tahoe on Wednesday, May 23 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. in the parking lot of St. Theresa's Church.
They will bring their Farmer's Market on wheels to those in the community who are in need of food, and will come on the 4th Wednesday of the month through October, all at the same time of 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
The church is located at 1041 Lyons Avenue.
For more information, contact the Food Bank at 530.621.9950 or check out their website at www.foodbankedc.org.
Save a bear - be smart about food storage/trash disposal in the outdoors
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/21/2018 - 9:56pm
Several Lake Tahoe agencies have joined together to remind residents and visitors to practice proper food storage and trash disposal at all times while in bear country. Intentional or unintentional feeding of bears can result in the bear being killed, fines and/or jail time for violators. Every year law enforcement and state wildlife officers respond to hundreds of calls in which bears may pose a public safety threat and/or are damaging property. In some cases, the animals are euthanized.
Become part of the solution and help save our Tahoe bears!
Charter plans to cut KCRA from South Lake Tahoe lineup
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/21/2018 - 8:20pm
UPDATE 5/22 8:35 a.m.: El Dorado County Supervisor Sue Novasel has arranged for a call between the County, City and Charter Cable people this Friday. "We need KCRA for South Tahoe (it’s a public safety issue in my opinion) She, along with others, remember when Charter tried to discontinue California services in 2008.
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News that KCRA will be soon be removed from the Charter Communications lineup for South Lake Tahoe is not being taken well by many locals.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/20/2018 - 9:29am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following are calls that only pertain to the South Shore. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at time of story.
Some of those recently added to last week's log:
5/9
Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care celebrates 40th anniversary with special party
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/15/2018 - 10:58am
Event Date:
May 20, 2018 - 2:00pm
For 40 years, Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care (LTWC) has been helping animals out of Tom and Cheryl Millham's home. Every from bears to birds have entered their loving doors, and now they are holding a celebration of the first 40 years on Sunday, May 20 at Revive Coffee and Wine from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
There will be a ceremony at 4:00 p.m. acknowledging various people and agencies who have worked with LTWC as well as receiving proclamations from the City of South Lake Tahoe, El Dorado County, the State of California and from the U. S. House of Representatives.
Caltrans awards $9.5M contract for Highway 50 repaving at El Dorado County line
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/14/2018 - 11:07am
The main artery between South Lake Tahoe and Sacramento/Bay area will be getting a much needed repaving job with funds from Senate Bill (SB) 1, the gas tax increase that went into effect January 1, 2018.
Caltrans will repave 200 lane miles on U.S. Highway 50 from the El Dorado/Sacramento County line to west of Sunrise Boulevard in Sacramento County from the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017.
Funds generated because of the bill's passing come from:
A 12-cent-a-gallon increase on gas excise tax
A 20-cent-a-gallon increase in diesel excise tax
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/13/2018 - 8:29pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following are calls that only pertain to the South Shore. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at time of story.
Some of those recently added to last week's log:
5/3
11:00 a.m. - Contempt of Court/Violation of Court Order - Cherry Hills Cr - A TAHOE RESIDENT REPORTED THAT A NEIGHBOR HAS BEEN CONTINUOUSLY VIOLATING A RESTRAINING ORDER.
Four vying for El Dorado County Supervisor, District 5
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/12/2018 - 10:51pm
There are four people running for El Dorado County Supervisor for the 5th District on June 5: Incumbent Sue Novasel and challengers Kenny Curtzwiler, Norma Santiago and Jeffrey Spencer. The 5th District covers Pollock Pines to South Lake Tahoe and Tahoma.
South Tahoe Now asked each candidate the same questions, and here are all of their answers, exactly as they were presented to us.
Sue Novasel
Occupation: El Dorado County Supervisor – District V
Past political history:
2015 – Present: County Supervisor, District V
New technology for El Dorado County makes it easier to access benefits
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/11/2018 - 8:25pm
El Dorado County residents who may qualify for CalFresh, CalWORKs, Medi-Cal or the County Medical Services Program (CMSP) now have multiple ways to enroll in the programs, check their benefits and more. Through a secure internet portal at www.C4yourself.com, individuals can complete their applications and annual renewals, submit documents, and check the status of their case online at any time; they can also access their case information over the phone via the State’s secure Interactive Voice Response (IVR) System at any time.
Barton Foundation to give away $50,000 in grants
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/11/2018 - 5:58pm
The Barton Foundation will be awarding $50,000 in grant funding to improve community health. As part of Barton Health’s commitment to community health and collaboration, this annual grant cycle provides funding for programs and services that positively impact the health of the local community. Applications are being accepted through May 31, 2018.
Grant criteria and the application can be found online at bartonhealth.org/grants, and for more information contact Marty Chartraw at 530.543.5784.
El Dorado County sues opioid manufacturers and distributors
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/10/2018 - 9:22pm
El Dorado County has filed a lawsuit against opioid manufacturers and distributors for creating the opioid epidemic in El Dorado County, joining a consortium of 30 California counties to do so. The County has retained the national law firm of Baron & Budd and a joint venture of law firms to represent its interests, seeking an abatement remedy in addition to legal damages for taxpayer money spent providing social resources in response to the crisis.
Kudos: Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless thanks the community
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/08/2018 - 9:48pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – On behalf of Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless (TCH), I would like to thank our community for its support during the third winter season of the South Lake Tahoe Warm Room project. Our organization received donations from over 150 different individuals and businesses and benefited from 64 volunteers who provided over 675 volunteer hours in the Warm Room.
El Dorado County VHR ad hoc committee meeting Wednesday in Meyers
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/08/2018 - 5:00pm
Event Date:
May 8, 2018 (All day)
The El Dorado County Board of Supervisors ad hoc committee for an update to the vacation home rental ordinance will meet again on Wednesday, May 9 at 5:30 p.m. at the Lake Tahoe Environmental Magnet School in Meyers
The focus for this meeting will be a noise policy and enforcement.
This follows last week's ordinance meeting held in South Lake Tahoe where six points of the ordinance were voted on: http://southtahoenow.com/story/05/02/2018/new-updates-county-vhr-ordinance-could-be-place-july.
Hundreds attend Mental Health Faire at South Tahoe High
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/07/2018 - 10:03pm
The students at South Tahoe High School (STHS) hosted their first Mental Health Faire on campus for both students and staff during school on Monday, May 7.
A new club on campus started by the El Dorado County chapter of The National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI) organized the event, bringing the community and school together to help reduce the stigma of mental illness. Approximately 1 in 5 youth aged 13–18 (21.4%) in the U.S. experiences a severe mental disorder at some point during their life.
Tahoe Regional Young Professionals hosting Town Hall meeting and networking mixers
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/07/2018 - 3:55pm
Event Date:
May 16, 2018 - 6:00pm
Lake Tahoe, Calif. - A candidate's town hall meeting and two networking mixers have been planned by the Tahoe Regional Young Professionals (TRYP).
A South Shore networking mixer will take place on Wednesday, May 9 at The Loft from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and will include one free drink and complementary appetizers for attendees. The cost of the mixer is free for members and only $10 for non-members.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/06/2018 - 8:18am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following are calls that only pertain to the South Shore. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at time of story.
Some of those recently added to last week's log:
4/27
Lake Tahoe area roadwork May 6-12
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/05/2018 - 8:58am
The following are the current California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) road projects in the El Dorado and Placer County areas of Lake Tahoe and the Sierra for the week of May 6 - May 12, 2018.
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
Tahoe Works Job Fair
Submitted by admin on Fri, 05/04/2018 - 11:58am
Looking for a job? Join us for the South Shore’s ultimate hiring event on May 17. Meet employers, get information on housing and more.
Looking for a job? Join us for the South Shore’s ultimate hiring event on Thursday, May 17 from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.! Get information on resources from housing and healthcare, meet with all of the South Shore’s top employers, and take the next step in your career.
Sponsored by the Tahoe Chamber, El Dorado County and ADVANCE.
This event is FREE to attend and all attendees will receive a FREE headshot photo as well as snacks and refreshments.
Participating Businesses:
Aramark Lake Tahoe - Zephyr Cove Resort and Lake Tahoe Cruises
Beach Retreat and Lodge Tahoe
Over a dozen employers to be at South Shore job fair "Tahoe Works"
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/03/2018 - 7:03pm
Event Date:
May 17, 2018 - 2:00pm
Many of the South Shore's top employees will be at "Tahoe Works," a summer job fair and "ultimate hiring event" on Thursday, May 17, 2018 from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Harvey's Lake Tahoe.
All attendees will receive a free LinkedIn headshot photo.
Participating businesses include:
• Aramark Lake Tahoe - Zephyr Cove Resort and Lake Tahoe Cruises
• Beach Retreat and Lodge Tahoe
• Camp Richardson Resort and Marina
• El Dorado County
• Harrahs and Harvey's Lake Tahoe
• Heavenly Mountain Resort
• Laborers PSWROC
• Lake Tahoe Golf Course
• Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel
Man found deceased in El Dorado County river
Submitted by paula on Thu, 05/03/2018 - 6:40pm
On May 1 at around 11:15 p.m., the El Dorado County Sheriff's Office (EDSO) was notified by Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) that they had received a distress call from one of their contracted security officers who said he was in his vehicle in a river.
That officer, 33-year-old Jared Cluff of Sacramento, was near the SMUD Powerhouse on Peavine Ridge Road east of Pollock Pines, but his exact location was unknown.
National Day of Prayer observed in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/02/2018 - 11:23pm
Event Date:
May 3, 2018 - 12:00pm
The first national call to prayer came in 1775, when the Continental Congress asked the colonies to pray for wisdom in forming a nation. Since then, a call to prayer has continued from President Lincoln’s proclamation of a day of “humiliation, fasting, and prayer” in 1863 to an annual national day of prayer signed by a joint resolution by Congress in 1952 that was signed by President Truman.
Now, the National Day of Prayer is held on the first Thursday in May.
New updates to County VHR ordinance could be in place by July
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/02/2018 - 11:13pm
The El Dorado County Vacation Home Rental Ordinance was first created in 1997 and updated in 2004. At this time there are 900 permitted vacation home rentals (VHRs) in the County, 800 of which are in the Lake Tahoe Basin.
What started out with a “Good Neighbor Policy” has morphed into neighbors versus neighbors in El Dorado County and an ongoing VHR discussion as Supervisors work to create a new ordinance.
VHR ordinance focus of special Board of Supervisors in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/01/2018 - 10:15pm
Event Date:
May 2, 2018 - 6:00pm
The last few attempts to have a special El Dorado County Board of Supervisors meeting on vacation home rentals (VHRs) have been met by bad weather and an overcrowded venue. The VHR meeting is now scheduled for Wednesday, May 2 at 6:00 p.m. in the South Tahoe Middle School multi-purpose room.
A revised VHR ordinance is the only item on the agenda.
The Board is looking at eight revisions to the current Ordinance:
1) Restructure the violation and penalty provisions;
2) Clarify the language throughout the Ordinance;
3) Require exterior signage;
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/01/2018 - 7:08am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following are calls that only pertain to the South Shore. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at time of story.
Some of those recently added to last week's log:
4/19
Anti-VHR group submits signatures to get initiative on ballot
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 04/30/2018 - 1:03pm
The first of two groups trying to get vacation home rental ballot measures to the voters in November has submitted signatures to the South Lake Tahoe City Clerk. On Monday, April 30, the Tahoe Neighborhoods Group turned in 1,651 signatures on petitions they circulated through South Lake Tahoe. Those signatures will now be sent to the elections department of El Dorado County for certification.
Replica firearms lead to school scare in El Dorado County
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/26/2018 - 10:16pm
Marina Middle School in El Dorado Hills went into a "Shelter in Place" status on April 25 after two adolescent boys were seen by an area resident pointing what she believed to be a black handgun at each other.
At 8:48 a.m., the resident advised the El Dorado Sheriff's Office (EDSO) the boys were seen on foot headed in an unknown direction. Due to the close proximity to the school, deputies briefed the district superintendent and vice principal.
As a precautionary measure the "Shelter in Place" was initiate as deputies continued to check surrounding neighborhoods.
Lake Tahoe Humane Society reorganizes and adds transparency
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/26/2018 - 11:17am
The Lake Tahoe Humane Society and SPCA organization has elected a new board of directors and all members of the previous board will stepping down.
Michael Dalton will be the new president and is joined by VP of Governance and Compliance Sandra DeLeon, VP of Operations Chantale Hansen, Mariel Berei, secretary and Elizabeth Naylor, treasurer.
Lorna Lefler, Sue Pritchett, and Kim Stephenson, the board who tried to hold things together after the firing of their former executive director, will be stepping down effective immediately.
El Dorado County Supervisors approve bear box ordinance
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/24/2018 - 11:40pm
In an attempt to keep trash contained and not easy for wildlife to access, the El Dorado County Board of Supervisors approved a new ordinance Tuesday that has rules for single family residents, multi-unit complexes, businesses and vacation home rentals (VHRs).
The ordinance affects those living in the unincorporated area of the Lake Tahoe Basin, including Meyers and Tahoma.
There will be progressive enforcement by the El Dorado County Environmental Management Department:
Man facing drug charges after driving car into building in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/24/2018 - 3:34pm
A Minden, Nevada man was arrested in South Lake Tahoe Tuesday after allegedly "nodding" off at the wheel after using heroin and crashing into a building on the corner of 3rd Street and James Avenue.
The 27-year-old man was driving as part of his local job. He is being charged with DUI, Driving While Addicted and Possession of Narcotics, all misdemeanors. He is currently in the El Dorado County Jail with a bail of $22,500.
There was some damage to a utility cover on the building .
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue and Police Departments responded. The driver was not injured.
Board of Supervisor District 5 Candidate Forum
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 04/23/2018 - 5:17pm
Event Date:
April 26, 2018 - 6:00pm Meet the four candidates for the El Dorado County Board of Supervisors at the South Lake Tahoe Democratic Club's candidate forum on Thursday, April 26 at 6:00 p.m. at the California Conservation Corps, 1949 Apache Avenue in Meyers.
Sue Novasel, the incumbent is being challenged by former Supervisor Norma Santiago, local businessman Ken Curtzwiler and transportation specialist Jeffrey Spencer.
The primary will be held on June 5, 2018.
El Dorado County's Poet Laureate @ SLT Library
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 04/23/2018 - 9:16am
Event Date:
June 15, 2018 - 5:30pm Join us for an evening of poetry with El Dorado County’s Poet Laureate, Taylor Graham. Presented in collaboration with El Dorado Arts Council. Free and open to all.
Location
South Lake Tahoe Library
1000 Rufus Allen Blvd
South Lake Tahoe, CA
United States
38° 56' 43.5228" N, 119° 58' 22.2276" W
See map: Google Maps
