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Column: 2020 Highlights from your Water and Sewer District
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/29/2020 - 4:17pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Back in the 1940s, before South Tahoe Public Utility
District existed, sewage flowed directly into beautiful Lake Tahoe. Citizens rallied to sign a petition to form the District and this year marks our 70th anniversary. From a single septic field to an award-winning 7.7 million gallon per day wastewater treatment facility, with 100% recycled water and biosolids, a lot
has changed over the years.
Tahoe Fund announces $100,000 match from Tahoe Blue Vodka to Clean Up The Lake
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/05/2020 - 9:42pm
Lake Tahoe, long known for its famed clarity and brilliant blue waters has a dirty secret. Beneath the surface, thousands of pounds of trash are breaking apart and impacting the lake’s aquatic habitats. In 2021, an extraordinary effort to remove trash around all 72-miles of Lake Tahoe with a SCUBA dive team of professionals and volunteers will begin. Spearheaded by the nonprofit Clean Up The Lake, the Tahoe Fund has committed to raising funds needed to make it happen.
Kudos: Tahoe Magic thanks community
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/03/2020 - 8:16pm
Farwell 2020! We will always remember this year, but for most of us, we are also ready to kiss it goodbye with a swift kick to the curb. Our community, like all communities has been hard hit with lost income, closed businesses, stay at home orders, COVID and virtually learning at home. We have missed socializing, travelling, entertaining and being entertained, enjoying our extended family and cannot even see a friend’s smile behind their mask. We missed so much of 2020 and it has hurt, to be honest.
Prescribed fire operations scheduled for three areas around Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/30/2020 - 4:11pm
Tahoe Fire and Fuels Team (TFFT) members will continue prescribed fire operations this week in the Lake Tahoe Basin, weather and conditions permitting. California State Parks and Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District are scheduled to burn hand piles on the east and west shores. Smoke may be visible.
Project Name: Sugar Pine Point State Park
Responsible Agency: California State Parks
West of Hwy 89, along S Fire Rd and Campground Rd
Burn Type: Hand Piles. Total Acreage: 20.00
Planned Ignition: 11/30/2020 - 12/18/2020
Duration of Ignition and Smoke Production: 3 weeks
Lake Wind Advisory in place for most of Thursday
Submitted by paula on Thu, 11/26/2020 - 1:19am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno has issued a Lake Wind Advisory for Greater Lake Tahoe area including the cities of South Lake Tahoe, Tahoe City, Truckee, Markleeville, Stateline, Glenbrook, and Incline Village. It is in effect from 4:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on November 26.
Winds will be from the east 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph expected with waves 1 to 3 feet.
Small boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone to capsizing and should remain off lake waters until conditions improve.
STPUD candidates respond to questions
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/14/2020 - 9:37pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There are three open seats on the South Tahoe Public Utility Board of Directors this election season, two for a four-year term and one for a two-year term.
South Tahoe Now reached out to the candidates and below are their answers to a set of questions. For the two four-year terms, incumbent Kelly Sheehan is running for reelection, Duane Wallace is running after being appointed to fill Jim Jones's spot on the board until this election, and they are joined by David Peterson.
Fire Weather Watch and Lake Wind Advisory for South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/08/2020 - 10:28pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno has issued a Lake Wind Advisory for South Lake Tahoe, Tahoe City, Truckee, Markleeville, Stateline, Glenbrook, and Incline Village from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Saturday.
Expect southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph expected. Waves will be 2 to 4 feet with highest waves on the northeast shores.
Small boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone to capsizing and should remain off lake waters until conditions improve.
Heat advisory in effect all weekend for Lake Tahoe communities
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/03/2020 - 12:40pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It is going to be a hot one in Lake Tahoe over the Labor Day Weekend as well as in Western Nevada and Northern California.
The National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno has issued a Heat Advisory from 11:00 a.m. Friday to 8:00 p.m. Sundayfor Lake Tahoe due to consecutive days of high temperature. The forecast highs are 90-93 degrees those three days and record high temperatures are likely this holiday weekend.
Not only will there be high temperatures, there will also be widespread haze due to Northern California fires.
Chase International Real Estate welcomes Brian Bourgeois to South Lake Tahoe office
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 07/02/2020 - 3:20pm
Chase International recently welcomed Brian Bourgeios to its real estate office in South Lake Tahoe, Calif.
For over a decade, Bourgeois has assisted those who need to sell their home, buy a new property, or invest in timeshare opportunities. Throughout each transaction, he skillfully negotiated the waters to secure the best value and solution for all involved. These talents and tenacity define the reason why he is a recipient of the prestigious Summit Society Award.
Location
P.O. Box 6950
United States
See map: Google Maps
Volunteer mapping of invasive plants along Upper Truckee River completed
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/12/2019 - 9:45am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A three-year effort to survey the Upper Truckee River for aquatic invasive plants has wrapped up. Community members, supported by staff from the League to Save Lake Tahoe, Tahoe Resource Conservation District, and California State Parks joined together to map the plants in order to prevent their spread during major upcoming restoration projects along the river, Lake Tahoe’s largest tributary.
Two affordable housing companies interested in South Lake Tahoe projects
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/11/2019 - 2:53pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A Memo of Understanding (MOU) to show the cooperative and constructive intent to build affordable housing between the City of South Lake Tahoe, Tahoe Transportation District, Pacific Development Group and United Housing Corporation was to be voted on during Tuesday's City Council meeting.
Kudos: Juvenile Service Council thanks supporters
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/11/2019 - 1:25pm
The Juvenile Service Council (JSC) of El Dorado County is a 501c3 all-volunteer organization serving at-risk youth ages 14-18 who are involved in the Juvenile Justice system. Often these young people are some of our community’s most vulnerable and underserved. They are at a time in their lives when they need our “village” to be there for them without judgment, with kindness and compassion, and with the resources to be able to provide them the tools to be able to forge the future successfully.
New website shows visitors and locals over 40 public beaches in the Tahoe Basin
Submitted by paula on Tue, 06/04/2019 - 9:58am
A new website has been launched by the Tahoe Fund that will guide both locals and visitors to over 40 beaches around Lake Tahoe. Along the iconic shores of the lake are hidden gems along with popular spots, all providing people a chance to experience the beach and shoreline activities.
The website offers information about how to get to each beach, where to park, hours of operation, what amenities and services are offered, if any, along with other helpful information beachgoers might be interested in.
Local Realtors donate 88 Easter baskets to South Lake Tahoe youth
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/29/2019 - 12:54am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Local Realtors from South Lake Tahoe recently put on their bunny ears and delivered Easter baskets full of special treats for local youth.
The South Tahoe Association of REALTORS® (STAR) used funds from its Community Involvement Committee resources along with other donated funds to purchase 88 pre-made baskets from the South Lake Tahoe KMart. Volunteers shopped and delivered the baskets to the Family Resource Center and Live Violence Free Center in South Lake Tahoe.
LTUSD and LTCC to hold joint board meeting Tuesday
Submitted by paula on Sat, 03/23/2019 - 9:48pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The annual joint board meeting of the Board of Trustees for the Lake Tahoe Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) and Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) will be held on Tuesday, March 26, starting at 5:00 p.m. in the LTCC Board Room L104.
The agenda will include updates on items that affect both groups:
Community forum on the US 50 Revitalization Project in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/12/2019 - 8:44am
Event Date:
March 14, 2019 - 5:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The community is invited to attend a forum on the US 50 South Shore Community Revitalization Project this Thursday, March 14, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the South Lake Tahoe Senior Center.
Sierra House Elementary fire caused by power cord overload
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/20/2018 - 7:28pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A fire at Sierra House Elementary School on November 11, 2018 was caused by an electrical overload due to “daisy chain wiring” of two power cords in a classroom.
When firefighters from Lake Valley Fire Protection District (LVFPD) arrived at the school at 9:35 p.m. they found smoke once the front doors were opened and flames observed as they turned the corner near the "upper pod" wing.
Tahoe Arts Project brings Dance of Hope to South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/09/2018 - 9:49pm
Event Date:
October 5, 2018 - 7:00pm
Tahoe Arts Project is bringing a week full of dance and music to South Lake Tahoe and Zephyr Cove students with Dance of Hope during the week of October 1-5, wrapping up with an evening performance at MontBleu Resort on Friday, October 5 at 7:00 p.m.
Keeping regions safe: Pre-positioning of firefighters this week in Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/06/2018 - 11:31pm
For just the second time, fire crews from California communities came together and stationed themselves in a community other than their own on orders from the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services(Cal OES).
A red flag warning was up for the Lake Tahoe Basin Friday and Saturday, with high winds, high temperatures and low humidity in the forecast making the situation ripe for a large fire.
Ribbon cutting ceremony welcomes Chariot to the community
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/24/2018 - 11:58pm
Chariot, the new microtransit service in South Lake Tahoe, was officially welcomed to the community Tuesday during a Tahoe Chamber ribbon cutting ceremony with representatives from the League to Save Lake Tahoe, Tahoe Regional Planning Agency, the City of South Lake Tahoe and chamber members.
Homebrew for the Homeless event on the beach in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 06/11/2018 - 8:48am
Event Date:
July 28, 2018 - 12:00pm
Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless has announced they are hosting the Tahoe Beach Bash, featuring the 4th annual Homebrew for the Homeless on Saturday, July 28 from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Tahoe Beach Retreat and Lodge in South Lake Tahoe.
This family-friendly event, presented by Tahoe Beach Retreat, features live music, homebrew beer competition, lakeside BBQ, bounce house, local vendors, child-friendly obstacle course, and other entertaining activities for people of all ages.
El Dorado Beach boat ramp at Lakeview Commons now open for season
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/22/2018 - 12:41pm
The City of South Lake Tahoe owned boat ramp at El Dorado Beach is now open for the season.
Located at LakeView Commons at the corner of Highway 50 and Lakeview Avenue, the boat ramp is open daily from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. with the last launch at 4:30 p.m.
The ramp is open seasonally based on accessibility and the lake's water level. The boat ramp is open daily 8;00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. with the last launch at 4:30 pm.
Young professionals hold networking events on both shores of Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 04/08/2018 - 8:36pm
Event Date:
April 11, 2018 - 6:00pm
Tahoe Regional Young Professionals (TRYP) has two networking mixers for the month of April, both great opportunities for people of all ages to socialize with other professionals and expand their network.
A South Shore networking mixer will take place on Wednesday, April 11 and a North Shore mixer on Tuesday, April 17. All members of the community are invited to attend these events, regardless of age. Although membership is encouraged and available for purchase at events, it is not required.
First firefighting boat of its kind on Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/13/2017 - 10:46pm
Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District christened Marine 24 Monday, giving Lake Tahoe its first year-round firefighting boat.
At a cost of almost $500,000, Marine 24 is able to fight fire from hoses on board as well as hooking up to pipes along lakefront homes in Douglas County and piping water from the lake into water tenders. The boat can send water 300 feet, but their main function will be to pump water into pipes at the shore that water tenders will hook up to.
Opinion: Shoreline Plan Coming Together – More Work To Do
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/20/2017 - 10:10pm
School is out and summer is in full swing at Lake Tahoe. Visitors and residents are heading to beaches and launching boats, kayaks, and standup paddleboards to get out and enjoy the jewel of the Sierra. Millions of people visit Tahoe each year and the shoreline is where they go to experience its famously cold, clear, blue water.
Escrow closes on "The Chateau," luxury condo-tel planned
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 05/23/2017 - 3:56pm
The sale of "The Chateau at the Village" in South Lake Tahoe is complete and the eight acres of land and entitlements are now owned by Tahoe Chateau Land Holding, LLC, a Chinese-American investment group.
The holding company, owned by Kawana Holdings, will own "air rights" above the existing retail area, related parking and the garage structure, the former convention center pad. The seller, Owens Realty Mortgage Inc., keeps the existing retail buildings and improvements that are home to McP's, Dough and various shops.
Prescribed burns scheduled around Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/20/2017 - 10:14pm
Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District, California State Parks, and the U.S. Forest Service may continue prescribed fire operations next week beginning May 22.
If conditions are favorable, operations are scheduled to take place near Sugar Pine Point, Glenbrook, Lower Kingsbury Grade, Ski Run Boulevard, Fallen Leaf Lake and Meyers. Operations may continue over the next several weeks, weather permitting.
A) Lower Kingsbury Grade Area - 5 acres
B) Sugar Pine Point State Park - 5 acres
C) Hwy 50/Logan Creek Dr - 50 acres
D) SR-89/Grass Lake Rd - 30 acres
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue looks to City Council for new boat
Submitted by paula on Sun, 04/30/2017 - 11:27pm
Without a boat since 2015, South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue (SLTFR) will ask City Council for $75,000 on Tuesday for the purchase of a used SAFE boat.
The former fire rescue boat, Marine 17, was taken off the lake (decommissioned) in 2015 after 15 years of service. Needed repairs amounted to more than the value of the boat. Since the SLTFR has borrowed Marine 2 which belongs to the South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD).
Weather permitting, prescribed burning to continue in Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/07/2017 - 6:48pm
Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District (TDFPD), California State Parks (Parks) and the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) have scheduled more prescribed burns in the Lake Tahoe area, as long as weather permits the operations.
Starting Monday, April 10, burning may take place near Tahoe City, Glenbrook, Round Hill, Lower Kingsbury Grade, South Lake Tahoe, and Meyers.
Areas on the map above:
A) 30 acres in the Glenbrook area (TDFPD)
B) 40 acres in Edgewood Creek area (TDFPD)
C) 15 acres in Lower Kingsbury area (TDFPD)
D) 30 acres at Burton Creek State Park (Parks)
South Tahoe Association of Realtors donates Easter baskets to local youth
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 04/04/2017 - 4:40pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Local Realtors recently donned rabbit ears and grabbed empty Easter baskets to fill with donations for 80 children in the South Lake Tahoe community.
The South Tahoe Association of Realtors (STAR) and their Community Service Committee combined their funds with donated money to shop for items to fill Easter baskets.
The committee was able to donate 80 baskets to the Family Resource Center and Live Violence Free Center in South Lake Tahoe. These organizations give the baskets to kids who otherwise would not receive anything this season.
Tahoe Warm Room thanks City of South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/17/2017 - 10:04pm
Event Date:
February 22, 2017 - 4:30pm
Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless (TCH) would like to thank the City of South Lake Tahoe for their preparedness in the face of severe weather last week. As one volunteer commented, “Everyone at the City of South Lake Tahoe was very nice, helpful, and willing.”
National Trails Day in South Lake Tahoe postponed
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/12/2017 - 1:23pm
1/13/17 update: Too much of a good thing can sometimes put a hitch in your plan! Tahoe received record snowfall in the past week and although clear skies are expected for the day of the hike, it has been postponed to a February date yet to be determined.
In addition, both the City and US Forest Services offices and Lake Tahoe Unified School District have been shut down for most of the week creating additional challenges getting the Generation Green students prepared to lead the event.
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Christmas Tree permits sold out for Lake Tahoe Basin
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/13/2016 - 2:14pm
Christmas tree permits for cutting on National Forest land in the Lake Tahoe Basin are sold out as of Tuesday, December 13, 2016. The Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit sold approximately 4,500 permits this year.
Prescribed fire operations resume on Lake Tahoe's south and east shores
Submitted by admin on Fri, 12/02/2016 - 8:34pm
Prescribed fire operations by the Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District, California Tahoe Conservancy and the U.S. Forest Service will continue next week at several locations around Lake Tahoe.
Fall and winter bring cooler temperatures and precipitation, which favor prescribed burning. The joint efforts to remove excess vegetation are scheduled to take place at nine different locations including Glenbrook, Cave Rock, Round Hill, lower Kingsbury Grade, South Lake Tahoe, Tahoe Paradise and Meyers.
South Upper Truckee - 50 acres
North Upper Truckee, Homer - 20 acres
You choose: Stay in South Lake Tahoe longer, or sit in traffic
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/04/2016 - 11:53pm
The following is a reprint of a story South Tahoe Now carried on the 4th of July weekend in 2015. With the anticipated traffic on roads headed out of the Lake Tahoe basin on Tuesday, we felt this information would be helpful.
Three new message signs were unveiled in South Lake Tahoe this week, just in time for the holiday weekend. Since the fourth of July is a big tourist draw, it is the perfect time to test out all the message signs can provide to those on the road.
Celebrities teeing up for Gene Upshaw Golf Tournament
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/10/2016 - 10:08pm
NFL Hall of Famers, former Major League Baseball players and other sports celebrities will gather July 17-18 to once again pay tribute to the former Oakland Raider at the 8th annual Gene Upshaw Memorial Golf Classic at the Schaffer’s Mill Golf & Lake Club in Truckee, Calif.
Upshaw, who often played in the Celebrity Golf Tournament in South Lake Tahoe, died of pancreatic cancer in 2008 at Tahoe Forest Hospital.
Fire destroys South Lake Tahoe home
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/22/2016 - 12:46pm
A fire destroyed a home in the Bijou neighborhood of South Lake Tahoe on Thursday night, killing three dogs and leaving the two residents without a home which was declared a complete loss.
At 8:22 p.m. April 21, 2016, engines from all area agencies responded to the two-story cabin at 3801 Aspen Avenue after receiving a 911 call of flames coming from inside. South Lake Tahoe, Tahoe Douglas and Lake Valley Fire Departments were all called to the scene. They found the home engulfed and items from the interior exploding.
IRONMAN Lake Tahoe runs 'last leg'; will not return to region
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/22/2015 - 6:38pm
Lake Tahoe competition is on its last leg, according to event officials.
IRONMAN has given an emailed statement to News 4, explaining that organizers chose not to return to Lake Tahoe due to weather and environmental conditions.
Heavy traffic leaving South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/07/2015 - 11:17am
The heavy holiday traffic in South Lake Tahoe is showing up on the newly installed CalTrans message boards. As of 11 a.m., it was a 14 minute drive from the intersection of Highway 50 and Pioneer Trail near Stateline to the "Y." It is a 70 minute trip from that same location to Meyers and 160 minutes to Placerville.
Three new message signs were unveiled in South Lake Tahoe just before the 4th of July holiday weekend.
More trash being found on South Lake Tahoe beaches
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/31/2015 - 9:29pm
Its becoming a concern at beaches and venues around the country: increased trash left behind. Lake Tahoe sees massive amounts of trash on beaches after big weekends, especially the 4th of July, but the basin is not alone.
Headline in North Carolina: Residents upset with beach equipment and other trash left behind on shores.
Headline in Los Angeles: Trash left behind from the Made in America festival in downtown Los Angeles.
Headline in Indianapolis: Trail of trash left behind at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
8th Annual Conservation Landscape Tour
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 08/13/2015 - 9:12am
Event Date:
August 19, 2015 - 4:30pm The public will have a chance to learn about sustainable landscaping in Lake Tahoe at the 8th Annual Conservation Landscape Tour on August 19. The tour will begin at the Lake Tahoe Community College Demonstration Garden and continue down Pioneer Trail towards Meyers Station.
8th Annual Wooden Boat Classic at Tahoe Keys Marina
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/22/2015 - 11:24pm
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Sat Jul 25 2015 .
July 24, 2015 (All day)
July 25, 2015 (All day)
There is nothing quite like rich mahogany reflecting off the pure blue waters of Lake Tahoe, and there will be plenty of it to see as over 85 of the world's rarest wooden boats come to the Tahoe Keys Marina as part of the 8th Annual Wooden Boat Classic this weekend.
Each year, over 3,000 people walk through the boat slips, checking out the rare boats. There will be music, wine, food and vendors to enjoy as well. The Wooden Boat Classic brings together the fascinating and priceless history behind these elegant machines.
You choose: Stay in South Lake Tahoe longer, or sit in traffic
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/03/2015 - 9:27pm
Three new message signs were unveiled in South Lake Tahoe this week, just in time for the holiday weekend. Since the fourth of July is a big tourist draw, it is the perfect time to test out all the message signs can provide to those on the road.
Who wouldn't want to enjoy the lake a little bit longer, hike or bike a little bit longer, or linger over a big meal instead of sitting in traffic over Echo Summit on Highway 50?
Keep Lake Tahoe's beaches clean: "Stash It. Don't Trash It."
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/01/2015 - 4:42pm
The aftermath of the thousands of people who flocked to South Lake Tahoe's beaches last Fourth of July was a ghastly sight. South Lake Tahoe made headlines around the world for the embarrassing amount of trash left on the beaches. It took hundreds of volunteers days to pick up the thousands of pounds of garbage left on the beautiful beaches.
Casting call for commercial to be filmed in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 06/09/2015 - 9:15pm
Tahoe Production House is holding an open casting call for a commercial they will be filming in South Lake Tahoe June 15 to 25, 2105.
They need someone to play the role of a female runner who will be running in shorts, wearing a sports bra, thin shirt and a small backpack. The person hired must also be willing to jump into water for the final shot.
The production company needs a headshot and video resume of your running no later than June 10, 2015.
Healthcare Forum for South Lake Tahoe Small Businesses
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 10/30/2014 - 2:32pm
Event Date:
November 20, 2014 - 4:00pm Healthcare Forum for South Lake Tahoe Small Businesses
Thursday, November 20, 2014, 4:00-5:30pm
Lake Tahoe Tahoe Community College, Board Room
One College Ave, South Lake Tahoe
Join TahoeChamber, Barton Health and Small Business Majority for a forum about what the healthcare law means for you, your family and your small business in the coming years. Will include a detailed look at the state and federal rules and an overview of the new coverage options available through Covered California.
Location
Lake Tahoe Community College, Board Room
One College Way
South Lake Tahoe, CA
United States
See map: Google Maps
Invasive Species Prevented From Entering Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/10/2014 - 10:06pm
Tahoe Resource Conservation District watercraft inspectors intercepted a boat on Wednesday that had quagga mussels and an unidentified snail in the boat's anchor locker.
The boat was at the inspection point on Spooner Summit after arriving from Lake Mead, a known quagga mussel infested body of water. Once detected the boat went through two decontaminations and inspections, and then was allowed into Lake Tahoe.
Over the holiday weekend most than 725 boats went through the four inspection points located around the lake which represents a 17% increase over last year's count.
You Can Adopt a Beach in Lake Tahoe!
Submitted by paula on Wed, 06/18/2014 - 10:28pm
Looking for an enjoyable way to contribute to the Lake Tahoe community, either as a local or as a visitor?
Adopt-a-Beach is one of the nicest and easiest ways to protect this valuable and beautiful treasure and they're looking for several volunteers to help this summer. This program is sponsored by the City of South Lake Tahoe, Lake Tahoe Visitor's Authority, U.S. Forest Service, League to Save Lake Tahoe, Tahoe Regional Planning Agency and South Tahoe Refuse.
Waterline Project in the State Streets Area of South Lake Tahoe; Tahoe Keys Traffic Impacts
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/09/2014 - 2:59pmConstruction has begun on the 2014 State Streets Waterline Replacement Project.
This project will improve water quality, quantity, pressures and, most importantly, will enhance firefighting capability in the State Streets neighborhood. The project will consist of installation of a 12” main on Tahoe Keys Blvd. and 6” mains on Idaho Ave., Wyoming Ave., Montana Ave., Utah Ave., Colorado Ave., Arizona Ave., Texas Ave., and Jeffery St. In addition to the water mains, fire hydrants will be installed at approximately 500 foot intervals to provide better fire protection.
NFL, MLB Greats and Winter Olympic Stars Tee it Up for 6th Annual Gene Upshaw Memorial Golf CLassic
Submitted by paula on Sun, 04/20/2014 - 7:40pm
Gene Upshaw’s legacy has reached far beyond his stellar NFL playing career and his years as the leader of the NFL Players Association. It has touched a community in Truckee/North Lake Tahoe where a state of the art cancer center bears his name.
