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South Lake Tahoe community weighs in on desired characteristics of next superintendent
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/19/2019 - 9:24pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - As the Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) begins their search for a replacement for the retiring superintendent the people tasked with finding the right candidates are reaching out to the community.
What is being developed from public meetings and an online survey will create the profile of what makes up the desired characteristics neede or the person who will move into Dr. James Tarwater's position when he retires in June 2020.
Local man files temporary injunction; South Lake Tahoe cannabis permit process on hold
Submitted by paula on Sat, 11/16/2019 - 7:30pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There is another delay in cannabis businesses being able to move forward in South Lake Tahoe.
Local business owner John Runnels filed a temporary injunction against the City of South Lake Tahoe, the City Council and the Development Services Director Kevin Fabino in Superior Court in Sacramento Friday afternoon. That action has put a temporary halt to all cannabis-related permits being processed in the city until a December 20 court date.
El Dorado County Supervisor Novasel to hold Town Hall transportation meeting
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/15/2019 - 11:35amEvent Date:
November 21, 2019 - 6:00pm
District V Supervisor Sue Novasel will be holding a Town Hall meeting to update residents on the outcome of the recent traffic congestion circulation pilot projects that took place over the Memorial Day and Fourth of July holiday weekends.
Information will be shared on both the outcome and future of the pilot projects.
The meeting will be held on November 21 from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. at the California Conservation Corps auditorium located at 1949 Apache Avenue in Meyers.
Novasel will be joined by El Dorado County Department of Transportation staff.
Public gives input on proposed changes to USFS snowmobile/winter travel plan
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/15/2019 - 12:24amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - When the USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) revised their Forest Plan over 10 years ago, many wanted them to include changes to snowmobile and other winter travel access to public lands at the same time. With the amount of public comment and the recognized need to have its own plan, they separated the two.
In 2011, LTBMU started a collaborative group to develop a proposed action plan for Winter Recreation and Over Snow Vehicle (OSV) use in the Lake Tahoe Basin.
Search on for new LTUSD superintendent - Public invited to open forum in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 11/14/2019 - 7:23pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The search is on for a new superintendent for Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) to replace Dr. James Tarwater who informed the board in June he would be retiring at the end of the school year in 2020.
At their last meeting, the Board of Education hired Rich Thome and former LTUSD Superintendent Rich Fischer of Leadership Associates to conduct the search.
IVGID trustee moving from area, resigns from his Incline Village post
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/13/2019 - 11:06pmINCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - The Incline Village General Improvement District (IVGID) has announced that Trustee Phil Horan will be leaving his seat on December 16, 2019. His resignation is contingent on the closing of escrow on his home.
Horan and his wife Jan are moving out of the area and recently sold their home. He made the announcement at the IVGID board meeting on November 13.
Public input sought at next US50 Main Street Management Plan Open House
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/13/2019 - 5:52pmEvent Date:
November 20, 2019 - 5:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The third of four open houses to discuss the Highway 50/Main Street Management Plan for the South Shore will be held on Wednesday, November 20 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel in South Lake Tahoe.
After the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) approved the Highway 50 Revitalization Plan last year, focus has been on the Main Street plan (MontBleu/Lake Parkway to Pioneer Trail).
Public forum on new cell tower/telecommunication ordinance for South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/13/2019 - 2:48pmEvent Date:
November 20, 2019 - 6:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A community forum will be held on November 20 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. to discuss the development and status of the new city-wide telecommunication facility (cell tower) ordinance for the City of South Lake Tahoe.
“Our goal is to listen to the community and hear the various perspectives to allow us to craft a responsive, well-thought-out set of regulations,” said Kevin Fabino, Development Services Director.
The meeting will be held at the SLT Recreation Center located at 1180 Rufus Allen
Possible Lake Tahoe transportation funding solutions focus at upcoming ONE TAHOE meetings
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/08/2019 - 8:31pmEvent Date:
December 3, 2019 - 4:00pm
Most people recognize the fact that transportation around Lake Tahoe needs to improve, but with those solutions comes a hefty price tag. Local transportation officials have been meeting with the public through ONE TAHOE to get ideas on how to fund the estimated $3.12 billion regional plans over the next 20 years.
Current public and private funding sources during this period are expected to be about $1.58 billion. This leaves a $1.53 billion shortfall in the transportation funding needed through 2040.
South Lake Tahoe Democratic Club
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 11/07/2019 - 9:02pm
Event Date:
November 21, 2019 - 6:00pm Please join us for our monthly meeting, Thursday, Nov. 21, 2019, at Lake Tahoe Pizza Company, Emerald Bay Rd., South Lake Tahoe at 6:00PM, in the back room. Please join us in helping make a positive difference in our community. See what we are about.
Location
Lake Tahoe Pizza Company
Emerald Bay Road
South Lake Tahoe, Ca
United States
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AAUW South Lake Tahoe General Meeting, Nov. 16th @ 10 AM
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 11/06/2019 - 3:56pm
Event Date:
November 16, 2019 - 10:00am Our November general meeting will be held on Saturday, Nov. 16th at 10 AM at the LTCC Mason Library in the Board Room. Our program will feature Frank Gerdeman, the new Director of Advance, a community-based program whose staff is housed at the college. ADVANCE is a collaborative network of local organizations, government offices, and employers, able to provide access to a wide range of services that help adults meet educational, career, and personal goals.
Hundreds in line as Whole Foods Market opens its doors in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/06/2019 - 12:14pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - As the doors opened at Whole Foods in South Lake Tahoe Wednesday morning, the line that had wrapped around the building made its way into the much-anticipated store grand opening.
The line started forming at 6:00 a.m.
Jason Collin appointed next South Lake Tahoe mayor, Tamara Wallace as mayor pro tem
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/05/2019 - 2:08pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Each year the South Lake Tahoe City Council chooses who is mayor and who is mayor pro tem during the upcoming twelve months. A wrench was thrown into that format by Councilman Cody Bass who asked that each mayoral term be just nine months so that all of the councilmembers could have a turn at the ceremonial position during their tenure.
South Lake Tahoe City Council votes to revamp meeting schedule in 2020
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/05/2019 - 11:20amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - In a quest to allow staff and City Council time to address strategies and goals and less time spent on preparing reports for meetings, the South Lake Tahoe City Council moved on Tuesday to adopt a new meeting schedule for 2020, one that gives them one major meeting a month along with budget workshops, closed sessions, joint agency meetings, team building sessions, and public forums.
City Council meeting: Cannabis businesses, mobility ordinance and new mayor selection
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/05/2019 - 12:06amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The City Council will have several items in front of them on Tuesday that would create an ordinance on shared mobility devices such as Lime Scooters, move the next two cannabis businesses in South Lake Tahoe closer to opening, and select the next mayor, among other items.
Learn about history of James Canyon Ranch at next Lake Tahoe Museum Fireside Chat
Submitted by paula on Sun, 11/03/2019 - 3:42pmEvent Date:
November 12, 2019 - 7:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Lake Tahoe Historical Society (LTHS) is holding their next Fireside Chat on Tuesday, November 12 at the Camp Richardson Lodge at 7:00 p.m.
This month's topic is the "History of Harvey's James Canyon Ranch."
Services set for slain El Dorado County Sheriff's Deputy Ishmael
Submitted by paula on Sun, 11/03/2019 - 9:33amPLACERVILLE, Calif. - Funeral services for El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Brian Ishmael will be held on Tuesday, November 5, at 10:00 a.m. at Bayside Church Adventure, located at 6401 Stanford Ranch Road in Roseville, CA.
Funerals for law enforcement who died in the line of duty are very large, with people coming from across the country and the world. The El Dorado County Sheriff's Office (EDSO) expects thousands of people to attend.
Tahoe Women's Community Fund starts membership drive; All invited to join giving circle
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/29/2019 - 7:19pmWhat started as a conversation around the living room table in a South Lake Tahoe home has turned into a successful collective giving circle that has donated over $200,000 to the local community.
That one night has changed the lives of many as the Tahoe Women’s Community Fund (TWCF) formed under the guidance of Bill Roby and the El Dorado Community Foundation.
South Lake Tahoe to create an ordinance for electric scooters
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/28/2019 - 9:18pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - First it was Lime Bikes, but now the company's Lime Scooters have created both enjoyment and concern in South Lake Tahoe. The popular mode of transportation is used by millions worldwide and provides over 100,000 annual rides in South Lake Tahoe.
But the illegal use by minors and a flaw in the Lime app process has drawn concern from local law enforcement and residents.
California Tahoe Conservancy moves forward with Conolley Beach project
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/28/2019 - 1:43pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The California Tahoe Conservancy (CTC) has been working on improving public access at Conolley Beach in South Lake Tahoe for many years, along with other spots along the lake. During their October meeting, the CTC Board voted to spend up to $420,000 on the "Conolley Beach Public Access Project" for the execution of easements and other agreements to build stairs to the beach, construct a trail, add seating areas and stabilize the slope with boulders.
Multiple agencies participate in South Lake Tahoe active shooter drill
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/22/2019 - 12:06pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - An active shooting training at South Tahoe High School last week gave local, state and federal agencies the opportunity to use their collaborative skills in responding to an emergency at the school.
In the simulated event after school, a call went over the radios on a secure channel to alert all first responders of a shooting at the high school and with the shooter still on the loose. At the first call, there were seven "victims" (volunteers acting for the training).
Ameca and South Lake Tahoe connected by more than Sister City distinction
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/15/2019 - 8:07pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A reception was held prior to Tuesday's City Council meeting, welcoming the contingent from the City of Ameca, Jalisco, Mexico prior to the signing of the official Sister City agreement between South Lake Tahoe and Ameca.
A large crowd was on hand to enjoy food, music and watch the exchanging of gifts between the cities.
Postponed - El Dorado County Supervisor Novasel to hold Town Hall Meeting in Meeks Bay
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/15/2019 - 1:01pmEvent Date:
October 23, 2019 - 5:30pm
Update: El Dorado County has announced that this meeting is postponed "due to unforeseen circumstances" and will be held on a later date TBD.
EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - There will be the second of three Town Hall meetings held by El Dorado County Supervisor Sue Novasel on Wednesday, October 23 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
The meeting is open to the public and will be held at the Meeks Bay Fire Station, 8041 Emerald Bay Road, Meeks Bay.
Caples Fire has burned 2,949 acres and is 53 percent contained
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/14/2019 - 7:28pm10.15.19 7:00 p.m. UPDATE: Tuesday was a productive day for firefighters. The northern ridge and southwestern corner are now contained and being patrolled. The containment lines on the eastern and southwestern sides of the fire containment lines are in progress. The hand line on the south side was extended farther northeast towards Castle Point by crews using tactical firing operations. Stronger winds from the southwest are expected late Wednesday afternoon and evening with light precipitation expected Thursday morning.
Community newsletter from the City of South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/12/2019 - 9:49amThe City of South Lake Tahoe has launched its October Edition of "At Lake Level." The monthly newsletter is prepared by City Manager Frank Rush in an effort to keep the community well informed about City issues and initiatives.
Development Commodities Available at No Cost for Qualified Affordable Housing, Town Center, and Distressed Property Development
$100K from 30th annual American Century Championship awarded to local nonprofits
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/10/2019 - 4:26pmLAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. – Thursday was money giveaway day at the Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority (LTVA) meeting at Stateline. Thirty-eight local nonprofits were given checks totaling $100,000, a result of funds raised during the 30th annual American Century Championship at Edgewood.
City of South Lake Tahoe to celebrate visit of President of Ameca, Jalisco, Mexico
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/08/2019 - 9:21pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - In celebration of their new Sister City, the City of South Lake Tahoe is holding a reception for the Municipal President of Ameca, Juan Valentin Serrano Jiménez.
He will be visiting South Lake Tahoe for the official signing of the approved Sister City agreement at City Hall on Tuesday, October 15, 2019, from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Meyers roundabout bypass lane will reopen when signage installed
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/04/2019 - 4:46pmThe newly installed roundabout at the intersection of US50 and SR89 in Meyers isn't fully functional yet. The westbound bypass lane is still closed as Caltrans awaits the installation of new signs.
According to Caltrans, when the bypass lane initially opened motorists were confused on how to use it. They put cones up to close it off again until instructional signs could better inform users.
They hope to have the sign package installed in the coming week and reopen the bypass lane up again.
Viking Corner: This Week at South Tahoe High
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/03/2019 - 9:15pmStudents of South Tahoe High School get ready for spirit week and homecoming. Seniors attend a meeting for college preparation.
On Campus
City Council approves first cannabis development agreement for South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/03/2019 - 1:55pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - During Tuesday's City Council meeting a development agreement with Redefining Organics, LLC was approved, making way for the first cannabis microbusiness since Tahoe Wellness was allowed to move operations from medical-use to adult-use cannabis.
South Lake Tahoe to become Sister City with Ameca in Jalisco, Mexico
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/01/2019 - 11:16amThe City of South Lake Tahoe is on its way to becoming the Sister City with the City of Ameca, State of Jalisco, Mexico. This will be the first Sister City for South Lake Tahoe since its former relationship with Baikalsk, Russia ended.
On August 20, long-time local resident and educator Tere Tibbets brought the subject to the City Council and the process to become a Sister City began. Los Mexicanos Restaurant owner Victor Mora had the idea and worked with Tibbetts to bring it to fruition.
Public meetings this week to discuss ONE TAHOE transportation funding goals
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/23/2019 - 2:45pmLAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. – To adequately fund the Regional Transportation Plan in the Lake Tahoe Basin for the next 23 years, it is estimated an extra $1.53 billion will be needed.
Boys & Girls Club helping out LTUSD by sharing their space; Asks community for help in return
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/18/2019 - 8:14pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Students from Sierra House Elementary have had their school days askew since a November 2018 fire forced them out of their home campus. For the last ten months, the Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe (BGCLT) site has opened the doors on the space they rent from Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) and shared with students during the school day.
BGCLT are scheduled to break ground next Spring on a new "clubhouse" that will be built next door, but in the meantime they share each room with staff and students from Sierra House.
Rocky Point neighborhood meeting on proposed US50 project
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/17/2019 - 9:04pmEvent Date:
September 18, 2019 - 4:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The community is invited to attend a forum on the US 50 South Shore Community Revitalization Project on Wednesday, September 18 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on the Fern Road cul-de-sac.
The project involves the realignment of US 50, south of the tourist core. Importantly for the City of South Lake Tahoe the project includes a new main street in the Heavenly Village area, it requires new affordable housing units be built before construction can begin, additional parking strategies for the tourist core area, pedestrian, bike, and transit enhancements and other
It happened - Ms. Heidel not only meets Duran Duran, she's brought on stage!
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/14/2019 - 3:23pmDreams really do come true.
A life-long dream came true for South Tahoe High English teacher Bridey Heidel when she met Simon LeBon of Duran Duran on Friday night during their outdoor concert at Harveys. Not only did see meet him during a personal one-on-one back stage before the concert, she was also brought on stage for hugs, holding hands, a kiss on the cheek, and a song.
"I feel like I'm going to explode," said Bridey after meeting LeBon and waiting to go on stage. She had just spent time with him in the backstage sitting room, getting to chat with the lead singer and others.
Redefining Organics gets go ahead for cannabis business from Planning Commission
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/13/2019 - 5:11pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The first cannabis business to be created after the passage of an ordinance approved by the South Lake Tahoe City Council passed a big hurdle Thursday. The South Lake Tahoe Planning Commission voted 5-0 to approved the cannabis use permit application for Redefining Organics, LLC and recommended to the City Council they approve the required development agreement.
They also recommended to Council they have both a first and second reading of the development agreement at their October 1 City Council Meeting.
WNC Step Climb gave people opportunity to reflect on 9/11
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/12/2019 - 10:49amThe death and destruction caused by terrorists at the World Trade Center and Pentagon 18 years ago remained close to people’s hearts and memories on Tuesday during a memorial event at Western Nevada College in Carson City.
Lake Valley Fire concerned with repopulation of Sierra House Elementary
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/11/2019 - 11:57pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There continue to be harsh words aimed at Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) Superintendent Dr. James Tarwater over his handling of the fire, reconstruction and now repopulation of Sierra House Elementary.
North Upper Truckee neighborhood evacuation drill and BBQ September 18
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/11/2019 - 4:42pmEvent Date:
September 18, 2019 - 6:00pm
MEYERS, Calif. - The Upper Truckee Neighborhood is invited to participate in an evacuation drill and fire preparedness meeting on Wednesday, September 18 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Lake Valley Fire Station 7.
Sierra House not ready for all students; Al Tahoe to remain open
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/10/2019 - 10:58pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Students and staff at Sierra House Elementary started their first day of school Monday, nine months after a fire caused significant damage to the building and moved students to other locations as work was completed to remove all damaged material and rebuild the inside.
Excitement about the return has been shortlived and shadowed by issues causing authorities to move many of the students back to Al Tahoe Elementary for classes until issues can be resolved on the campus.
Safety at Round Hill Pines Resort entrance focus of upcoming public meeting
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/09/2019 - 5:17pmEvent Date:
September 25, 2019 - 5:00pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - Safety for visitors entering and exiting the Round Hill Pines Resort from U50 is the focus of a second public meeting on a project currently in the Environmental Assessment stage. The purpose of the project is to increase safety and improve accessibility for motorists, pedestrians, and bicycles entering and exiting the popular resort. HIghway planner say the major issues in the area are limited sight distance, unprotected turning movements across US50 and vehicle queuing in the eastbound inside lane of US50 during peak visitation periods
AAUW-South Lake Tahoe General Meeting
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 09/09/2019 - 2:24pm
Event Date:
September 21, 2019 - 10:00am AAUW-South Lake Tahoe welcomes our sponsored Tech Trek campers and junior counselor to talk about their experiences at the UC Davis camp in July. This is a wonderful opportunity for all interested in finding out more about the opportunity for girls who have completed the 7th grade to attend the STEM camp. The public is welcome to attend and learn more about our mission and activities for the year. Refreshments will be served. This meeting will be held in the Roberta Mason Library Board Room at Lake Tahoe Community College.
Supervisor Novasel to hold West Shore town hall meetings
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/06/2019 - 5:00amEvent Date:
September 11, 2019 - 5:00pm
There are many issues facing the West Shore of Lake Tahoe in the coming weeks and months and District V Supervisor Sue Novasel will hold a series of town hall meetings to discuss them. Topping the list are the fire stations operated by the Meeks Bay Fire Protection District, vacation home rentals, the lack of an El Dorado County Sheriff's deputy living in the area, County road work, snow removal, and fire insurance.
The first meeting will be on Wednesday, September 11 from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the Marie Sluchak Community Park in Tahoma.
Echo Summit closure moved out to October 18, Caltrans tells those at public meeting
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/05/2019 - 8:37pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Caltrans is now looking at October 18 as the beginning of a two-week closure of US Highway 50 at Echo Summit.
South Lake Tahoe Council gets first look at 2019-20 budget: New police and fire personnel added
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/05/2019 - 3:06pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The proposed 2019/20 budget for the City of South Lake Tahoe was presented to the Council Tuesday by City Manager Frank Rush who showed where $119M will go should they agree and approve at their September 17 meeting.
City of South Lake Tahoe unveils new logo
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/05/2019 - 12:47pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A logo was presented to the South Lake Tahoe City Council on Tuesday, one created by a local designer as a brand for City publications, the website, social media, video publications, and other needs as they arise.
South Lake Tahoe had previously only had a City seal and that will remain as the seal.
Rise Designs of South Lake Tahoe created the logo that is meant to complement the City seal. Over time, the new logo would also be displayed on City clothing,
vehicles, and facilities as new assets are put into service and/or as funds permit.
Highway 50 and Sierra Boulevard projects heading into final weeks
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/03/2019 - 10:36pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - With summer over and the October 15 deadline for grading projects in the Lake Tahoe Basin, contractors are working to wrap up work on Sierra Boulevard and Highway 50.
South Lake Tahoe City Council votes to defend Measure T
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/03/2019 - 3:28pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Vacation Home Rentals (VHR) in South Lake Tahoe continue to be the hot topic, even months after a measure to ban most of them in the city limits narrowly passed in the November 2018 election. Voters approved Measure T by 58 votes.
The subject has created a big divide in the community and a decision by the South Lake Tahoe City Council Tuesday will not lessen that division though their intent is now clear.
New housing opportunities for homeless transitional aged youth in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/03/2019 - 10:41amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Tahoe Youth & Family Services (TYFS) has announced a groundbreaking new Transitional Living, Rapid Re-housing, and Homeless Prevention Program for transitional aged youth (18-24 years old) that are currently homeless or at-risk of becoming homeless in South Lake Tahoe. This homeless prevention program is a one-time block grant funded by the Homeless Emergency Aid Program (HEAP) and will be available to our community over the next two years.
South Lake Tahoe City Council agenda includes Echo Summit, commodities, new logo and budget
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/02/2019 - 6:48pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Tuesday's City Council meeting will include several items including a closed session at 8:00 a.m. that includes Liberty Utilities' claim that a City snowplow damaged a light pole, causing $56,883.41 in damage.