snow removal
South Lake Tahoe Mayor Tamara Wallace: Better days ahead
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/18/2021 - 6:46pm
“You’ve got to count to three.” Those were the words of advice attributed to Norm Woods one of the first five city council members. The Cityhood project in 1965 was spearheaded by the South Lake Tahoe Chamber of Commerce with all five of that first council members coming from the Chamber Board ranks. Norm served as one of the first rotating Mayors and many times thereafter. His advice was offered to the citizens who were newly elected to subsequent councils.
New business licenses issued by the City of South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/27/2020 - 1:54pm
The following businesses took out a license to operate in South Lake Tahoe during the months of September and October 2020:
September
9/1
HANDYMAN PETE
SMR DEVELOPMENT
STONE'S BREATH
9/2
TAHOE CHATEAU LAND HOLDING LLC
9/3
SCOTTS CLEAN SWEEP AND SNOW REMOVAL
9/5
VALLEY ROOFING
9/8
HIXENBAUGH WORKS
LESLIES SWIMMING POOL SUPPLIES
9/9
FREE BIRD CHAI LLC
GS PROFESSIONALS LLC
REDSTAR CUSTOM PAINTING
YOGA TAHOE
9/10
Non-essential services offered by City of South Lake Tahoe moved remotely
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/17/2020 - 1:10pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The state has moved El Dorado County, and subsequently, South Lake Tahoe moved into the purple tier at noon on Tuesday. With the new restrictions on businesses, non-essential City of South Lake Tahoe offices will be closed. City employees working in non-essential offices will be available either by e-mail or telephone to the public.
USFS facilities around Lake Tahoe start seasonal closures
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/02/2020 - 12:16pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit has begun closing recreational facilities for the winter season. Seasonal closures apply to many National Forest recreation sites in the Tahoe Basin including beaches, campgrounds, picnic areas and forest roads.
City Council candidates respond to South Lake Tahoe Chamber questions
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/20/2020 - 5:23pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce Board recently asked the nine City Council candidates ten questions they felt were of most importance to its members. The questions focused mainly on topics relating to things that will or may affect both the local small businesses and the community in general.
Their board made the decision to not endorse a specific candidate this election, but instead rank them based on how much they align with the South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce goals based on their answers to the questions below.
Fire Chief tells how Measure S can help fund needs in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/05/2020 - 10:49pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It will be hard to find someone in favor of taxes, but with them being the reason many things in this world are funded, they are accepted to some degree.
On November 3, the City of South Lake Tahoe will be asking voters for support of a one-cent local sales tax known as Measure S.
New business licenses issued by the City of South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/22/2020 - 10:27am
The following businesses took out a license to operate in South Lake Tahoe during the months of May-August 2020:
May
5/4
SO LAKE TAHOE RESOURCE CENTER
5/6
TAHOE PADDLEBOARD LLC
5/7
CLIMATE PROS LLC
5/13
BEANIES AND BIKINIS
HART CONSTRUCTION
5/15
NURTURE YOUR NATURE
ST THERESA CATHOLIC CHURCH
5/20
COMFORT CONTROL HEATING & AIR CONDI
5/22
GLOBAL VILLAGE CONSTRUCTION INC
5/26
TMC FABRICATION
WHOLE HOG HOSPITALITY LOGISTICS LLC
5/28
BERNARDINO ELECTRIC INC
RYANBUILT CONSTRUCTION
5/29
CHANNELED WELLNESS
South Lake Tahoe City Council candidates respond to #IRunWithMaud questions
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/03/2020 - 5:03pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There will be two new members of the South Lake Tahoe City Council after the November 3 election. In the coming weeks the pubic will have chances to hear from the candidates both via zoom, in print and possibly in person. Below are eight of the ten candidates responses to questions asked by the local #IRunWithMaud group.
One-percent sales tax increase for South Lake Tahoe to be added to the November ballot
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/16/2020 - 12:25am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - City Council approved unanimously at their meeting Tuesday to send what is being called the "South Lake Tahoe Fire Protection, Emergency Response, City Services Measure" to the ballot in November.
If voters approve the measure, a one-percent sales tax increase will be added in the City of South Lake Tahoe to all taxable purchases to meet funding shortfalls, according to the City.
South Lake Tahoe City Council meeting Tuesday: Tax increase and Grand Jury on agenda
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/10/2020 - 3:22pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The next meeting of the South Lake Tahoe City Council will be on Tuesday, July 14 starting at 9:00 a.m. It will be a virtual meeting and log on/comment instructions are at the end of the story.
On the agenda:
Council will vote on a measure, that if approved by voters on November 3, will add a local one-cent sales tax for general city purposes. There has been outreach done with local residents and finding out what their highest priorities are, and this proposed tax increase would meet those requests:
Lake Tahoe Bicycle Coalition announces annual award winners
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/24/2020 - 11:49am
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - During these challenging times, everyone can use some good news which is why the Lake Tahoe Bicycle Coalition (LTBC) has announced its 2019 Bicycle Achievement Awards. Each year, the LTBC honors those that have made significant advancements to promoting safer bicycling and walking opportunities for the Lake Tahoe-Truckee area.
This year, LTBC received 13 nominations and has announced the following Bike Achievement Awardees:
Public Agency: City of South Lake Tahoe
LTCC on snow delay; School lays out its response to COVID-19
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/16/2020 - 8:25am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) is on a delayed start of 10:00 a.m. this morning to allow time for snow removal operations to catch up around town.
LTCC plans on being open this coming week with staff on hand to assist students. They have moved face-to-face Winter quarter final exams to March 16-20 and have put social distancing measures into place on campus to help curb the spread of the COVID-19 virus.
21,000 more El Dorado County ballots counted: Measures M and B on way to defeat
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/06/2020 - 6:23pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The El Dorado County Elections department released another count of ballots from Tuesday's primary election on Friday afternoon.
Since election night, 21,446 more ballots have been counted in the county and those results were released at 4:40 p.m. Elections officials say there are just about 1,000 left to count. These late numbers come from ballots received in the mail and left in the area drop boxes near election day. It is unknown the location where the remaining 1,000 ballots are from.
El Dorado County Election Results
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/03/2020 - 9:31pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - New figures have been released by the El Dorado County Elections Department.
As of 11:38 p.m. Tuesday, all 198 of the precincts have been counted with 52,093 ballots of the 124,979 registered voters, or 41.68 percent.
Measures affecting the County portions of the South Shore, Measure B and Measure M are not meeting the required 2/3 vote to pass at this time.
The results as of 11:38 p.m. Tuesday:
Measure B, the Lake Valley Fire Protection District tax - 2/3 vote needed to pass
There are 5,917 registered voters
Yes - 1,203 - 58.60%
City of South Lake Tahoe Visioning and Strategic Planning workshop
Submitted by paula on Sat, 02/22/2020 - 6:47pm
Event Date:
February 25, 2020 - 1:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - City Council will be meeting at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday to review their 2019 list of priorities including the City motto, vision and core values, and see if anything needs to be added or modified.
In February 2019, the City Council and key City staff participated in a full-day
Letter: Tahoe Chamber endorses local Measures B and M
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/19/2020 - 1:48pm
The Lake Tahoe South Shore Chamber of Commerce (Tahoe Chamber) has announced its endorsement of Measure B and Measure M on the March 3rd Primary Election ballot. Both local measures address a well-documented need for investment in new equipment.
Letter: Meyers Area Council urges "yes" vote on Measure M in March
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/11/2020 - 12:39am
On March 3, 2020, the Meyer’s community will need to make some difficult decisions about the services that we need and want in our community. Not only do we need to support our Lake Valley Fire Fighters through Measure B, but we also need to decide whether timely, safe and efficient snow removal is vital to our safety, our economy and our ability to live and work in Meyers. For the Meyer’s Advisory Council, the answer is a resounding YES.
El Dorado County meeting in South Lake Tahoe to discuss state of snow removal equipment
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/06/2020 - 6:29pm
Event Date:
February 12, 2020 - 6:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County officials will hold a public meeting detailing the current state of snow removal equipment used in South Lake Tahoe on Wednesday, February 12 at the California Conservation Corps, 1949 Apache Ave. It starts at 6:00 p.m.
Tax measure on March ballot to fund snow removal equipment on South Shore
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/29/2020 - 2:34pm
MEYERS, Calif. - The El Dorado County Department of Transportation (DOT) is asking voters in Meyers and the county areas of South Lake Tahoe for money to replace their aging snow removal fleet and equipment.
On March 3, voters will be deciding whether or not they want to pay $60 more a year via their property taxes to fund CSA3 (from Strawberry to Meeks Bay to South Lake Tahoe City Limits). Measure M, if passed, will supply an extra $540,000 annually for the sole purpose of buying and leasing snow removal equipment. The funds could not be used for salaries, pensions or any other purpose.
Business Licenses issued by the City of South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/12/2020 - 12:53am
The following 31 businesses took out a license to operate in South Lake Tahoe during the month of November 2019:
11/1
DONGQING YU MASSAGE THERAPIST
11/4
CALIFORNIA BOILER INC
CHADS MAINTENANCE AND UPKEEP
11/6
SHANGRILA HIMALAYAN KITCHEN
SIERRA BRIDE MAGAZINE
11/7
EL SAZON DE MI TIERRA
11/8
DL CONSTRUCTION
11/12
JOHN HANDY COMPANY
PHIL'S HANDYMAN SERVICE
THE PATRIOT HOUSE SHARED HOME RENT
11/13
THE HEALTH COACH
11/14
CDI SOUTH LAKE TAHOE CDC #10125
11/15
REYES SINGLE PLY ROOFING MASTERS CO
11/16
PERKINS AND WILL INC
SIMPLE POWER INC
11/18
Drivers stopped for snow play adventures continue to park dangerously & illegally
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/06/2020 - 5:49pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Many head to the Sierra to experience snow in all forms, from the ski slopes to sledding and building snowmen. With the fun and excitement awaiting, many seem to have forgotten the laws of being safe on the roadway and parking on the highways, and not observing "no parking" zone rules,
Letter: Facts show South Lake Tahoe VHRs not the bad guys
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/06/2020 - 4:36pm
I successfully have been tracking the City of South Lake Tahoe’s Vacation Rental Enforcement for well over a year and it’s a wonder why vacation rentals continue to get a bad name? Yes, there are some issues but ultimately VHR’s are a relatively minor nuisance in the scheme of things.
Seeing clearly in 2020; A look forward to the new year in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/01/2020 - 12:47am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A we say goodbye to 2019, 2020 is on the horizon with hopes, dreams and a list of wishes for the new year.
Instead of taking a look back at 2019 let's take a look forward to 2020 in South Lake Tahoe. What does this year have in store for us?
Snow brings a mess to roads around South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/22/2019 - 2:45pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The latest storm hit quickly Sunday morning, bringing snow to South Lake Tahoe area roads and, with those, chain controls, traffic issues and collisions.
Drivers heading west over Echo Summit have been attempting short cuts through Lake Tahoe Blvd., Mandan Street, Sawmill Road and North Upper Truckee, and because of that they are creating a mess with double parking as they put on chains and blocking the roadway.
Meyers multi-use trails won't be plowed this winter
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/13/2019 - 10:27pm
MEYERS, Calif. - Due to a lack of viable bids from local snow removal contractors there will be no plowing of the multi-use trails on the lake side of El Dorado County this winter.
In July the Bicycle Advisory Committee of the South Lake Tahoe Recreation Facilities JPA awarded $22,000 to El Dorado County for bike trail plowing in the county for winter of 2019/20. When the project went out to bid they only received interest from Alpine Smith, according to Donaldo Palaroan, P.E., senior civil engineer for the County. Their $48,500 bid was more than double of what was budgeted.
Business licenses issued by City of South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 11/30/2019 - 7:00am
The following 43 businesses took out a license to operate in South Lake Tahoe during the months of October 2019:
10/1
STATEN SOLAR CORPORATION
10/2
TAHOE DAVE'S SNOW REMOVAL
URIAH KAUFMAN SHARED HOME RENTAL
10/3
PC EXPLORATION INC
10/4
THE ALDER INN
10/6
DK ACOUSTICS INC
L&L INTERIOR INC
10/7
AMAZING HOME BUILDERS INC
BRYANS PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
ELITE LIBATIONS
MARKET CONTRACTORS
THE FOREST
10/8
CROWN PAINTING INC
NC CONCRETE CONST.
10/9
BASE LEVEL
DULCE'S MARIA CLEANING
FRANCISCO'S HOUSEHOLD SERVICES
10/10
ASPEN AVE LLC
Business licenses issued by City of South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/21/2019 - 11:49pm
The following 109 businesses took out a license to operate in South Lake Tahoe during the months of August and September 2019:
August (59)
8/1
GREEN EARTH HOME CLEANING
8/2
AC DIKE CO
ENPRO SERVICES
SUPERIOR MECHANICAL SERVICES INC
WILLIAM STAEHLIN STRUCTURAL ENGINE.
8/5
GABRIEL UBIAS CORONA TAXI DRIVER
TEX'S HANDYMAN SERVICE
8/6
CENTRAL PACIFIC ROOFING INC
COMPASS TEAM BLAIR TAHOE
MASSAGE BY MONICA ROSE
8/7
ALPINE EXTERIORS
DARS CABIN IN THE WOODS SHARED HOME
LAKE TAHOE COMM. PRESBY. CHURCH
MOUNTAIN DESERT BUILDERS
RGH CONSTRUCTION LLC
Supervisor Novasel to hold West Shore town hall meetings
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/06/2019 - 6:00am
Event 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.
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 - 4:06pm
SOUTH 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.
Parcel tax increases on upcoming Meyers Advisory Council meeting agenda
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/24/2019 - 9:27pm
Event Date:
July 29, 2019 - 3:00pm
MEYERS, Calif. - During the next meeting of the Meyers Advisory Council some important issues for residents of El Dorado County will be covered, including presentations on a parcel tax hike for both Lake Valley Fire Protection District (LVFPD) and the County.
On Monday, July 29 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., the Council will hold their meeting in the 2nd-floor conference room in the California Conservation Corps (CCC) Building in Meyers. It is open to the public.
Opinion: It shouldn’t be us vs. them
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 06/10/2019 - 11:05am
There’s been recent talk about the US 50 Community Revitalization Project (AKA the Loop Road), and I applaud the City of South Lake Tahoe for taking an active role in listening to the community as the planning phase of the project begins. There are a lot of significant concerns, which is normal with a project of this scope. That said, the 'us vs. them' mentality that many residents use as a reason to avoid this project is frustrating and potentially damaging to our community.
South Lake Tahoe restaurants give local law enforcement free meals all week
Submitted by paula on Mon, 06/03/2019 - 5:56pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A group of restaurants will be showing their appreciation to local law enforcement from June 3 to June 9, 2019.
This isn't the first time Azul Latin Kitchen, California Burger Co., Social House Deli and Ten Crows BBQ have honored those who are tasked with the responsibility of protecting the community. They have had first responder days, and most recently, days to say "thank you" to snow removal crews.
South Lake Tahoe City Council to discuss possible change to Charter City
Submitted by paula on Sat, 06/01/2019 - 7:34pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - When the City formed in 1965 it was incorporated as a general law city for the purpose of having more local control over public services such as police, fire, and snow removal.
Now there is discussion about changing to a charter city. During their March 5 meeting, Councilmember Cody Bass asked that this subject come forward at a future meeting and Councilmembers Jason Collin and Devin Middlebrook said they were interested in learning more about what the differences are between the two, and what it would mean to South Lake Tahoe to switch.
LTCC leases South Lake Tahoe property for student housing
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/29/2019 - 12:47pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) is taking a first, big step toward helping address the lack of affordable student housing in the community by leasing a five-unit apartment building near Ski Run Blvd.
The college's trustees gave authority to school administration to sign a five-year lease with the owner of that apartment building during their meeting Tuesday evenings. The lease starts on July 2, 2019.
City of South Lake Tahoe newsletter: At Lake Level
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/01/2019 - 6:35pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - City Manager Frank Rush writes a community monthly newsletter and shares it on South Tahoe Now. The following is the May 1, 2019 edition:
Sign Up for the Brand New City Newsletter
South Lake Tahoe to spend almost $3M on new snow removal equipment
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/23/2019 - 10:34pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - With about $8 million in unassigned General Fund reserves, the South Lake Tahoe City Council voted last week to spend about $2.5 million for the replacement of four pieces of critical snow removal equipment and the purchase of one new piece of equipment.
The Department of Public Works has thirty-one pieces of heavy equipment assigned to snow removal operations for use on roads, the airport, facilities, parks, and
trails. Some of that equipment can do double duty and work during non-winter months including loaders, pick-up trucks, and tractors.
SLT City Council meeting to include construction allocations, camping regulations
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/12/2019 - 7:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Tuesday's evening meeting of the South Lake Tahoe City Council will have a full agenda that includes replacement of aging snow removal equipment, a Lime License Agreement, and temporary suspension of the City's Residential Allocation Procedures.
City unveils monthly newseltter to keep public informed
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/02/2019 - 8:21am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. The City of South Lake Tahoe has launched its new
newsletter - "At Lake Level." The monthly newsletter is written by City Manager Frank Rush and prepared by Communications Manager Chris Fiore in an effort to keep the community well informed about City issues and initiatives.
New Leadership
City Council agenda: Wireless and broadband, roads, Loop Road and parking
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/28/2019 - 8:44pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - City Council will receive a presentation about broadband and wireless communications infrastructure in South Lake Tahoe during their meeting on Tuesday, April 2. The presentation will be from representatives with AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, and a communications expert.
The meeting, which starts at 9:00 a.m. in Council Chambers at the airport, will have the following items up for discussion and vote:
South Lake Tahoe story gets international attention
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/28/2019 - 8:37pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - International attention has been given to a story first seen on South Tahoe Now, prompting new agencies from San Francisco to England to call City Hall for the details.
Ten Crows BBQ offers free meal to snow removal crews and first responders
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/18/2019 - 11:43pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - As a thank you to those who have kept the roads clear of snow, Ten Crows BBQ is inviting the crews to Local Heroes day on Wednesday, February 20, 2019.
All snow removal crew members will get one free entree. Also invited, as always, are all first responders.
Chain controls down on Highway 50 over Echo; Expect heavy traffic
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/18/2019 - 12:09pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Happy President's Day! What will go down as a weekend remembered for years to come, residents will continue to shovel out and get on the road to ski, shop, and work, while visitors will hit the slopes or begin a journey home that most likely took them four-five times longer than normal.
With chain controls down over Echo Summit, the journey shouldn't be hampered by snow but it will be hampered by traffic. I80 has removed some restrictions and other roads might see more of the same as the day goes on and the sun shines.
South Lake Tahoe snow removal teams work around the clock to clear roads
Submitted by paula on Sat, 02/16/2019 - 9:06pm
A Winter Storm and Avalanche warning remain in effect even as the snow is slowing down this morning. Travel is still a problem in and around the area. To check
weather conditions in real time, click here.
“We still want people to stay off the roads but if you have to get out and about today be careful,” said Chris Fiore, Communications Manager for the City of South Lake Tahoe, “Plows are out and working around the clock and have been for some time.”
South Lake Tahoe schools, including college, are closed Friday
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/14/2019 - 7:39pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Students in the Lake Tahoe Unified School District get to start their winter break a day early as they will have a Snow Day on Friday, February 15.
In an announcement Thursday, Christy Blach, the LTUSD transportation supervisor said the extreme weather this afternoon and in the forecast for tomorrow led them to the decision for the safety of our students and staff.
All LTUSD schools will be closed next week for Presidents Holiday Break. Schools will resume a regular schedule on Monday, February 25th.
Sandbags available for area residents at several locations
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/13/2019 - 9:44am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Douglas County and the City of South Lake Tahoe are urging residents to prepare for the possibility of flooding and high winds as a storm with high winds and heavy rain enters the region.
Douglas County has sandbags available at nine locations and urges residents to assemble them on their property if there is a chance of flooding. Sandbag locations can are self-fill and the current locations are:
Zephyr Cove Park, Warrior Way - Sand is located in the upper parking lot
Snow Day Monday for South Lake Tahoe students
Submitted by paula on Sun, 02/10/2019 - 5:49pm
Due to heavy snowfall this weekend, all schools in the Lake Tahoe Unified School District will be closed on Monday, February 11 to allow the district, city, county, and state snow removal crews time to make roadways safe for students and staff to get to and from school.
Both Douglas County schools at Lake Tahoe, Whittell High and Zephyr Cove Elementary, are closed.
Also closed or have late starts:
Camino Union School District
Pollock Pines Elementary School District
Silver Fork School District
South Tahoe Refuse trucks will not hit the streets Tuesday
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/05/2019 - 8:47am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Refuse trucks will not go out in South Lake Tahoe Tuesday due to the conditions on the roadways. In many neighborhoods, the trucks cannot get through due to heavy snow.
They will not make it to commercial clients either.
Bring all trash cans and bags back to the home so they won't hamper snow removal operations.
Trash pick up will be on the resident's next scheduled day. South Tahoe Refuse will try to get to all commercial customers Wednesday if the dumpsters are dug out.
Highway 50 and I80 both reopened after snow closures
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/05/2019 - 8:31am
UPDATE - I80 is now reopened.
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SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - U.S. Highway 50 reopened to eastbound and westbound traffic this morning about 5:00 a.m. with R-2 chain controls still in effect from Point View (just above Placerville) to Meyers.
Expect extra vehicles on the roads in South Lake Tahoe as US50 is the only main artery over the Sierra that is open at this hour.
The following highway closures are still in place for snow removal operations:
Interstate 80:
Snow Day again for South Lake Tahoe students on Tuesday
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/04/2019 - 7:19pm
It's the storm that keeps on giving!
For the safety of students and staff, all schools in the Lake Tahoe Unified School District in South Lake Tahoe will be closed on Tuesday, February 5th due to the continued blizzard.
There are continued snow removal operations throughout the city, county and school district properties.
Other El Dorado County closures:
Black Oak Mine Unified School District
Camino Union School District
Pollock Pines Elementary School District
Silver Fork School District
Free sandbags available for South Lake Tahoe residents
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/16/2019 - 8:26pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - With rain falling on top of Tuesday's snow and ahead of a predicted snowstorm Thursday morning bringing concerns of flooding, the City of South Lake Tahoe is offering free sandbags to residents.
There are two locations to pick up the bags:
• City Public Works Yard, 1180 Rufus Allen Blvd.
• Fire Station 3, 2101 Lake Tahoe Blvd. (In the back off James)
The City supplies the sand and the bags, but residents will need to fill their own bags and transport them back home. Bring a shovel if possible though there are some provided for use at the sandpile.
