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Tahoe National Forest Meetings: Managing natural fire for multiple resource benefits
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/10/2020 - 12:12am
The Tahoe National Forest will be hosting several public information meetings this month to discuss a proposed amendment to the Tahoe National Forest Land and Resource Management Plan.
Presentations and discussions at the public meeting will cover:
- The historic and present role of natural fire within the Tahoe National Forest
- Details of the proposed amendment that would expand opportunities to use naturally ignited, lightning-caused wildfires (natural fire) to achieve multiple resource benefits
17th annual Drug Store Project seeks volunteers and donations
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/08/2020 - 7:38pm
Can one event make a difference? We believe it does, one life at a time.
Artists needed to create mural on East Shore Trail tunnel, the target of recent graffiti
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/08/2020 - 12:35am
INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - Since its opening in June 2019, the new Tahoe East Shore Trail connecting Incline Village to Sand Harbor State Park has quickly become an attraction for both residents and visitors interested in exploring Tahoe’s famed East Shore on foot or by bicycle. To augment the natural beauty of the immediate surroundings and transform a utilitarian tunnel into an enjoyable, relevant art experience, the Tahoe Fund and Tahoe Public Art have joined together to commission a mural that will be unique to the space.
Column: 2019 Highlights from South Tahoe Public Utility District
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/02/2020 - 4:15pm
Every day we wash our dishes, fill our water glass, and flush the toilet, likely without thinking much about the systems required to make this all possible. I’d like to think we are doing our job so you don’t have to think too much about it.
City of South Lake Tahoe newsletter: At Lake Level
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/13/2019 - 9:59pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The December edition of the City of South Lake Tahoe's "At Lake Level" has been released by City Manager Frank Rush. This month Rush covers SnowGlobe, the 56-acre site and a possible new Fire/EMS station for the community.
56-Acre Site
Discussion on two parcels in South Lake Tahoe helping address housing crisis
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/12/2019 - 8:36pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Approximately 50 community members attended Wednesday's community meeting about the current housing crisis in South Lake Tahoe, and possible solutions through using California Tahoe Conservancy (CTC) asset lands near the "Y".
The DTC was joined by state and local partner agencies in discussing how their "asset lands" at 1860 Lake Tahoe Boulevard and 1029 Tata Lane could support sustainable development consistent with local planning. Both properties are subject to the City of South Lake Tahoe’s Tahoe Valley Area Plan.
2nd annual Santa Fun Run on Ski Run to raise funds for SOS Outreach
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/12/2019 - 10:41am
Event Date:
December 15, 2019 - 3:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Jolly your way to the tippy-top of Ski Run Boulevard in your best, most festive Kris Kringle outfit on Sunday, December 15. This fun-filled jaunt from the Black Bear Lodge all the way up to the bar at Himmel Haus will benefit the local nonprofit, SOS Outreach.
Beverages and snacks will be available for purchase at the start and finish. A procession with city officer support will leave Black Bear Lodge at 3:30 p.m. A fun and lucrative raffle drawing will be during the after-party at Himmel Haus.
Column: Lake Tahoe West Landscape Restoration Strategy.
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/11/2019 - 1:24pm
As the Fire Chief serving the north and west shores of Lake Tahoe, I am acutely aware and concerned about the potential for catastrophic wildfire here.
South Lake Tahoe housing crisis focus of community meeting
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/09/2019 - 12:50am
Event Date:
December 11, 2019 - 6:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The California Tahoe Conservancy and their State and local partners invite the public to a community meeting to discuss opportunities to help address the housing crisis in South Lake Tahoe on Wednesday, December 11 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
CTC owns two properties at the one, one 9.75 acres and the other 1.6 acres in 1989 for the purpose of using the non-sensitive portions of the lots for purposes consistent with the now current area plan.
Early Christmas presents for several groups in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/05/2019 - 2:13am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The El Dorado Community Foundation played Santa Wednesday night, handing out checks for 29 different projects in the South Lake Tahoe area that help both children, education and adults.
Over $50,000 was distributed to the following groups (with funded projects listed):
Community
Kiwanis Community Organization, Inc. - Coats for Kids
Juvenile Service Council of El Dorado County - Life Skills/Job Readiness program
Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless - Coordinated Entry
Choices for Children - The Healthy Bottom Line Program
Training to be held for South Lake Tahoe Warm Room volunteers
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/04/2019 - 12:35am
The Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless will host training sessions for members of the community who would like to become new Warm Room volunteers this season. The Warm Room in South Lake Tahoe is an overnight emergency shelter that operates three-four months during the winter.
New transportation plan to focus on communities, quality of life and economy
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/04/2019 - 12:09am
The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency is kicking off an update to the Regional Transportation Plan. The Regional Transportation Plan lays out the vision for the transportation system at Lake Tahoe and focuses on transit, trails, technology, and communities to support the environment, economy, quality of life, and visitor experience.
Month full of activities during Heavenly Holidays in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/02/2019 - 10:11pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The popular Heavenly Holidays has returned to the Heavenly Village in South Lake Tahoe. This family-friendly event runs until December 31.
Conservancy receives $2.98M to help restore Upper Truckee Marsh
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/29/2019 - 11:52am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The California Tahoe Conservancy (CTC) has been awarded a large piece of funding to help its $10.6 million project to restore the 500 acre Upper Truckee River Marsh.
CTC was awarded $2.98M by the California Wildlife Conservation Board (WCB) to help with the project at the marsh, the largest wetland in the Lake Tahoe Basin.
Vail guests and other Tahoe partners help close funding gap to build Lily Lake Multi-Use Trail
Submitted by paula on Thu, 11/21/2019 - 12:40am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Thanks to a triple match from Vail Resorts’ EpicPromise guest donation program at Northstar, Heavenly and Kirkwood, completion of the Lily Lake Trail will be a reality in 2020. Earlier this year, the planned 2.1-mile multi-use trail designed to provide new access to Fallen Leaf Lake and Desolation Wilderness faced a $75,000 funding gap.
South Lake Tahoe community weighs in on desired characteristics of next superintendent
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/19/2019 - 10:24pm
SOUTH 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.
12th Annual Blue Ribbon Award winners announced
Submitted by paula on Sat, 11/16/2019 - 10:51am
The winners of the 12th annual Blue Ribbon Awards were announced Thursday, November 14, at Harrah’s Lake Tahoe. Over 300 community members attended to celebrate the winners of seven awards that honor outstanding South Shore businesses, organizations and individuals for civic contributions, tourism experiences, customer service and entrepreneurial achievements.
Congratulations to the following winners of the 12th Annual Blue Ribbon Awards:
Geotourism Award – Sponsored by Bike the West
Winner: Sample the Sierra
Honorable Mention: Clearly Tahoe
Ridge Tahoe acquired by Holiday Inn Club Vacations
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/13/2019 - 1:41am
STATELINE, Nev. - The 378-room Ridge Resorts at the top of Kingsbury Grade on the South Shore has been purchased by Holiday Inn Club Vacations Incorporated, a national vacation ownership company.
The multi-faceted 11-acre property has been a timeshare resort since it was built in 1982.
Under previous ownership, The Ridge Resorts has operated as four different properties: The Ridge Tahoe, The Ridge Pointe, The Ridge View and The Ridge Crest; however, in late 2020, the entire resort will be branded as Holiday Inn Club Vacations Tahoe Ridge Resort and begin operating as one resort.
STMS Maker Lab needs community votes to win national robot contest
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/06/2019 - 2:09pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Maker Lab at South Tahoe Middle School is a finalist to win ten new Sphero RVR Robots and it will take votes from the community to bring them to the school.
Fifteen schools were selected by SparkFun® Electronics to be finalists in their national contest to assist middle and high school STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) initiatives and education with the RVR (pronounced "Rover").
Barton's 11th annual Festival of Trees & Lights returns to South Shore
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/05/2019 - 8:45pm
Event Date:
December 6, 2019 (All day)
A holiday tradition on the South Shore for the past ten years returns to help children and adults of all ages ring in the holiday season. The Festival of Trees and Lights moves to a new home this year at Harrah's Lake Tahoe starting on Friday, December 6 and going through Sunday, December 8.
The seasonal celebration features events and entertainment including the Senior Stroll, Family Night, the Gala, and Teddy Bear Brunch.
Kind Traveler and LTVA team up to give visitors a way to help Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/26/2019 - 7:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Kind Traveler and the Lake Tahoe Visitor's Authority (LTVA) have teamed up to empower travelers to make a positive community and environmental impacts when they stay in hotels and motels on the South Shore of Lake Tahoe.
Column: Detoxify with Yoga - Four ways to shed toxins and feel healthier through Yoga
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/23/2019 - 3:51pm
Maybe you overdid it this weekend. Perhaps you really like cheese. Somehow an entire cheesecake disappeared and you think it might be in your belly. Regardless of how the toxins got into you, your task is to now get rid of them. Yoga can help!
Kriya: Cleansing
Local Soroptimists seek girls in grades 8-12 as G.I.V.E. award candidates
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/21/2019 - 10:16am
Are you, or do you know of, a young woman in grades 8-12 who volunteers in the community or at school?
The Soroptimist International clubs of Tahoe Sierra and South Lake Tahoe recognize young women annually through their G.I.V.E. award program (Girls Into Volunteer Experience).
An award of $100 is given to winners of this award and the Soroptimists also give $100 to the organization of the winners' choice.
Lake Tahoe Bicycle Coalition seeks nominations of those keeping Tahoe/Truckee bike friendly
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/21/2019 - 12:02am
Each year, the Lake Tahoe Bicycle Coalition (LTBC) honors those that have made significant advancements in promoting safer bicycling and walking opportunities for Lake Tahoe. LTBC is seeking nominations from the public for individuals, public agencies, organizations, and businesses who made the Tahoe - Truckee region more bike-friendly in 2019.
26th annual Golf Classic Silent Auction benefits Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/19/2019 - 10:52pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Bid on week-long vacations to Kauai and other paradises, golf packages at private courses around the country, or a chef-prepared dinner for ten in your home during an online auction to benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe through Monday, October 28.
More than 30 prize packages are up for bid including hotel packages at Tahoe and Reno hotels/resorts, sports and movie memorabilia, and $1,000 worth of wine. Visit http://bgclt.charitygrow.org/ to make bids.
Lake Tahoe Cruises offers annual Veteran’s Ride Free daytime cruise
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/15/2019 - 3:13pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Lake Tahoe Cruises is honoring all veterans and active military with a special 'Vets Ride Free' offer November 8 - 10, 2019. Guests are invited to bring the family and enjoy a special scenic cruise on the lake.
The offer is valid for Daytime Scenic Cruises only. Military must show proof of service at the ticket booth to receive their boarding pass.
For reservations please call 800.23.TAHOE or visit the website at www.zephyrcove.com.
Achievable housing project planned for North Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/12/2019 - 9:12pm
Placer County has purchased the 11-acre Nahas property near Tahoe City for $3.42 million. They are working with housing developer partner Related-Pacific Companies to develop conceptual options for a potential mixed-use commercial and achievable housing project on the site.
While the purchase represents a step forward in bringing more achievable housing to North Lake Tahoe, development concepts for the site are still in early stages and no project proposal has yet been brought forward for formal consideration or approval.
Community newsletter from the City of South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/12/2019 - 10:49am
The 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
Online auction to benefit Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe full of fun items
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/08/2019 - 11:07pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Bid on week-long vacations to Kauai and other paradises, golf packages at private courses around the country, or a chef-prepared dinner for ten in your home during an online auction to benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe through Monday, October 28.
More than 30 prize packages are up for bid including hotel packages at Tahoe and Reno hotels/resorts, sports and movie memorabilia, and $1,000 worth of wine. Visit http://bgclt.charitygrow.org/ to make bids.
Tahoe Regional Young Professionals to hold mixers on both north and south shores
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/03/2019 - 9:08pm
Young professionals and other community members have two opportunities to network on both the north and south shores of Lake Tahoe during the month of October.
The Tahoe Regional Young Professionals (TRYP) will host two networking mixers. On the South Shore, their networking mixer is on Wednesday, October 9, and on the North Shore, the mixer is on Tuesday, October 15.
Everyone in 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.
Soroptimists of South Lake Tahoe to fund softball field renovations
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 10/03/2019 - 6:23pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - For the past decade, the Soroptimist International of South Lake Tahoe (SISLT) club has been allocating a percentage of annual fundraising efforts to a 'Major Project Fund.'
Members wanted to meet a series of developed criteria and ultimately leave a lasting legacy in South Lake Tahoe with that project and considered needs presented by area non-profits. A winner has been selected and members have just voted to give $325,000 to support the Soroptimist Softball Renovation Project.
Column: Mountain towns lobby for funding to protect public lands
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/03/2019 - 3:48pm
Californians, including the people of Lake Tahoe, love our public lands. We love the cold deep blue waters of Lake Tahoe, the rugged mountains, and the varied forests that are part of the nearly 100 million acres of land all Californians can claim ownership of. We love these public lands not just because of their natural beauty, but because they are central to our way of life. Many of us live here, or moved here, because of what they provide - culture, lifestyle, and livelihood.
5,000 Lahontan cuthroat trout to be placed in Lake Tahoe for first time; Public invited
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/02/2019 - 9:36pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - For the first time ever, the Lahontan National Fish Hatchery will release 5,000 large Pilot Peak Lahontan cutthroat trout into their home waters of Lake Tahoe.
Over three days, the 12"-14" sized trout will be placed in the water, and the public is invited to two of those historic, interpretive stocking events during the Fall Fish Festival at Taylor Creek.
Nominations accepted until October 7 for Tahoe Chamber's Blue Ribbon Awards
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/30/2019 - 2:37pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - The Tahoe Chamber is seeking nominations for the 12th annual Blue Ribbon Awards, the popular awards program that honors South Shore businesses, organizations, and individuals for achievements, community contributions, and milestones.
The public is encouraged to nominate those who are deserving of recognition. Nominations will be accepted until Monday, October 7. NOMINATE HERE.
Lake Tahoe businesses honored with Douglas County Spotlight Awards
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/26/2019 - 7:00pm
MINDEN, Nev. - For the sixth consecutive year, several Douglas County businesses were recognized with a Spotlight Award. This year’s awards were given at the Critical Issues Conference held on Thursday, September 26, 2019. The Spotlight Awards recognized businesses in 7 different categories: Business and Professional Service, Entrepreneur, Manufacturing and Production, Restaurant, Retail, Sports and Recreation, and Tourism and Hospitality.
No parking fee at Eagle Falls trailhead Saturday in honor of National Public Lands Day
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/26/2019 - 5:39pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – National Public Lands Day (NPLD) is on Saturday, September 28 and in the Lake Tahoe Basin it will be celebrated by the parking fee being waived for the day at the Eagle Falls Trailhead.
The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) manages approximately 78 percent of the public land in the Tahoe Basin. They will continue to the celebration of NPLD through the weekend of October 5-6 when they host a booth at the Fall Fish Festival at Taylor Creek in South Lake Tahoe. This time is also the 50th anniversary of Desolation Wilderness.
Upcoming Economic Summit: Transform Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/25/2019 - 10:04pm
Event Date:
October 11, 2019 - 8:00am
What happens when you bring together people who are community-minded, movers, shakers and even disruptors who want to work collaboratively to create positive change to the Lake Tahoe region?
Find out at the annual Lake Tahoe economic summit "Transform Tahoe" hosted by the Tahoe Prosperity Center on Friday, October 11 at the North Lake Tahoe Events Center.
A day full of interactive and collaborative sessions will examine the opportunities for positive change as participants discuss and examine day-to-day challenges while also stepping back to look at the bigger picture.
Public meetings this week to discuss ONE TAHOE transportation funding goals
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/23/2019 - 3:45pm
LAKE 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.
Barton Wellness Class: Ignite Your Life Purpose
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 09/18/2019 - 12:42pm
Event Date:
October 5, 2019 - 9:00am Ignite Your Life Purpose
Saturday, October 5, 9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Class fee: $45 per person
This workshop is facilitated by a certified Health Coach and designed to inspire participants to create new possibilities in their lives. Through discussion around the power of living with intention and awareness, explore new opportunities and what has meaning in your life. Register at bartonorthopedicsandwellness.com/classes. Call 530.539.6620 or email bhealthy@bartonhealth.org for more information.
Location
Barton Center for Orthopedic & Wellness
2170-B South Ave.
South Lake Tahoe, CA
United States
See map: Google Maps
EDCOE's Dina Gentry wins national award
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/17/2019 - 6:10am
El Dorado County Office of Education’s (EDCOE) Communications Director, Dina Gentry has been awarded the prestigious “35 Under 35” Award the National School Public Relations Association.
Redefining Organics gets go ahead for cannabis business from Planning Commission
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/13/2019 - 6:11pm
SOUTH 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.
Open House at Lake Tahoe Community College’s University Center
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/03/2019 - 3:12pm
Event Date:
September 12, 2019 - 3:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The entire community is invited to a free Open House at Lake Tahoe Community College’s Lisa Maloff University Center (LMUC) on Thursday, September 12 from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Take a tour of the new University Center, meet with LTCC’s academic partners who are providing affordable advanced degrees, and explore the many eye-catching works of art now housed in the LMUC created by local artist Scott Forrest. Light refreshments will be served and all are welcome.
New housing opportunities for homeless transitional aged youth in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/03/2019 - 11:41am
SOUTH 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.
2nd annual Reef's Run for Hydrocephalus Awareness returns to Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/23/2019 - 7:08pm
Event Date:
September 8, 2019 - 8:30am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The 2nd annual Reef’s Run for Hydrocephalus Awareness will be held at Round Hill Pines Resort on Sunday, September 8 at 8:30 a.m.
The run is in support of Reef Woldt, a three-year-old South Lake Tahoe boy with hydrocephalus, and all others will the condition that affects more than one million Americans.
New channels planned for the Upper Truckee River in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/13/2019 - 9:33pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The California Tahoe Conservancy had originally planned to get work started on their $9 million, multi-stage Upper Truckee River project to restore and enhance over 500 acres of floodplain this fall, but that has been postponed until 2020.
Live Violence Free holding fundraiser at the Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/31/2019 - 10:47pm
Event Date:
September 7, 2019 (All day)
Live Violence Free has announced their next fundraiser, An Afternoon of Peace & Harmony, that will be held at the Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena at Harveys on Saturday, September 7, 2019 from 04:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
100-year-old former South Lake Tahoe man oldest graduate of PGA program
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/31/2019 - 5:18pm
100-year-old Stephen Layton has become the oldest graduate of a national program that introduces golf to military veterans. Layton was a Gunner in the U.S. Navy and fought in the battle of Guadalcanal during World War II, where he was injured by a bomb explosion that earned him a Purple Heart. After the service, Layton spent much of his life living in South Lake Tahoe with a career as a switchman for the Southern Pacific Railroad.
College BootCamp and FREE College Fair in Incline
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 07/31/2019 - 2:56pm
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August 23, 2019 (All day) As incoming high school students prepare for the upcoming fall semester, they should also set aside time to explore where they might want to attend college.
So says educator Leslie Hermann, founder of Edplanit.org, an Incline Village-based educational consulting agency which focuses its energies on guiding high school students through the college application and admissions processes.
To that end, this month Hermann and her colleagues are hosting a college fair and a college Bootcamp.
Location
Bootcamp: Sierra Nevada College
999 Tahoe Blvd Incline Village
The College Fair is at: IHS. 499 Village Blvd, Incline Village
United States
See map: Google Maps
Pledge for the Wild gives tourists in five mountain towns a chance to give back
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/28/2019 - 8:07pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - What do South Lake Tahoe, California and Nevada; Bend, Oregon; Bozeman, Montana; Steamboat Springs, Colorado; and Flagstaff, Arizona have in common?
They are all mountain towns who have joined together to make it easier for tourists to open their hearts and wallets in support of wild places. They have taken steps to empower travelers to help protect the outdoor places where they recreate.
Sales tax revenues increase in South Lake Tahoe and El Dorado County
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/23/2019 - 10:45am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The winter of 2019 was a good one for both South Lake Tahoe and El Dorado County retailers, ski resorts, restaurants and others whose businesses collect sales tax, including online retailers selling goods in the area.
The first sales tax report for 2019 has been released, with $2,580,475 in gross receipts in South Lake Tahoe during Q4/Q1 and $11,976,387 in the unincorporated areas of El Dorado County. During the same two-quarter period the year before, tax revenues were $2,390,631 and $9,925,645 respectively.
