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Sign ups being taken for Magnet School kindergarten lottery

The lottery to assign spots for the Fall '17 kindergarten class at Lake Tahoe Environmental School (Magnet School) will be held in Spring. Signups to be part of the lottery will start when school resumes after the holidays on January 9.

It is not a first-come, first-served process so parents have until the end of March to sign up.

Opinoin: Passage of Lake Tahoe Restoration Act caps year of progress

Four years ago this month, TRPA approved the 2012 Regional Plan. The landmark plan charts a course to restore Lake Tahoe’s environment and revitalize our communities and it was forged through Herculean work by California, Nevada, local governments, the public, and dozens of other partners.

Many Tahoe Basin stakeholders once questioned if we could work together, but the Regional Plan ushered in an era of collaboration. Today, the answer is how can we work together more efficiently. By building and strengthening partnerships we have made remarkable progress. This year was no different.

Jeff DeFranco selected as next LTCC superintendent/president

Jeff DeFranco will become the fifth superintendent/president of Lake Tahoe Community College on February 1, 2016, succeeding Dr. Kindred Murillo who is leaving to take the same position at Southwestern College in Chula Vista.

The LTCC Board of Trustees announced their selection at Tuesday's board meeting. DeFranco is currently the school's vice president of administrative services, a job he has held since 2012.

"This is very surreal," DeFranco said as he addressed the trustees after the announcement. "It's a dream come true."

Passionate community meeting about future of LTCC Theatre Arts program

A passionate crowd of about 90 people attended the first of at least two public meetings on the future of the Theatre Arts program at Lake Tahoe Community College Tuesday evening.

The one thing everyone could agree on is the importance of having live theatre in South Lake Tahoe, but how that theatre and the program supporting it will look in the future is uncertain. Will it be a community based theatre, or will it continue to be a college run program?

What to do in South Lake Tahoe this weekend

A list of what to do around the South Shore of Lake Tahoe November 25-27

The Improv at Harveys
The Improv at Harveys – Howie Nave: Host & Emcee, Shayla Rivera and Robert Duchaine, Wednesday – Sunday, November 23 – 27, 2016 The Improv presents the funniest names in comedy every week in the Cabaret Theater at Harveys Lake Tahoe! Shows happen at 9 pm every Wednesday through Sunday.
(775) 588-2411
Harveys Cabaret

Live Music at the Classic Cue Sports Bar & Grille
You can come on any night and expect one of their daily specials and activities to be going on.
(530) 541-8704
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Climbing gym on way to being a reality in South Lake Tahoe

The future of the Blue Granite Climbing Gym in South Lake Tahoe was made much clearer Thursday during the South Lake Tahoe Planning Commission meeting.

SLT Planning Commission to review 4 new projects Thursday

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November 10, 2016 - 3:00pm

The monthly meeting of the South Lake Tahoe Planning Commission on November 10 will have four major projects to consider, along with hearing an appeal of a vacation rental permit denial.

No Whooping Cough outbreak in South Lake Tahoe

Rumors were flying around schools and on social media in South Lake Tahoe this week about a Whooping Cough (pertussis) outbreak at Tahoe Valley Elementary. A 4th grade student became sick with symptoms that resemble pertussis, but that cannot be confirmed for two weeks.

Conservancy looks into selling 4 parcels that could benefit the Tahoe Valley Area Plan

When one sees a vacant lot in the Lake Tahoe Basin with a California Tahoe Conservancy (CTC) sign placed on a tree within its borders, it normally that means the parcel will remain vacant.

And in most cases, that is true.

In the basin, CTC owns 4,780 parcels of land totaling 6,400 acres, many of those parcels are about 1/4 acre in size. In the 1980s and 1990s, most of these smaller lots were purchased due to their being deemed environmentally sensitive. If a lot, or a portion of a lot, was once considered to be sensitive, they are permanently protected and cannot be built upon.

Theater program at LTCC may be discontinued; Room being made for community theater model

With three productions a year, and just seven degrees issued in five years, Lake Tahoe Community College is looking at eliminating their theater program and moving toward a community theater model.

Theater staff at the college were advised on Tuesday that LTCC administration is recommending to the Board of Trustees that they’re recommending discontinuing the theater program.

Over the past 1.5 years, administrators have been going through a process that included research on program vitality at the college.

Lake Valley Fire promotes and hires seven, welcomes Chief Alameda

It wasn't your normal badge ceremony and pinning at Lake Valley Fire District firehouse in Meyers, a celebration of a new hire or new promotion. This time, it was historic, a ceremony that saw not only new new hires, but the promotion at all ranks in the department, including a new Fire Chief.

Sierra at Tahoe rewards straight A's with hundreds of annual passes

Since 1999, Sierra at Tahoe has rewarded South Shore school children with a free pass to the resort if they complete two consecutive semesters with straight A's.

With an average of 346 passes given out annually (with a high of 377 and 361 this year), Sierra at Tahoe has shown they are committed to supporting local school children.

Kids can experience local history in Lake Tahoe History Club

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October 22, 2016 - 9:00am

The Lake Tahoe Historical Society is holding another one of their popular History Clubs on Saturday, October 22 from 9:00 a.m. to noon at the museum. The History Club is designed for children to experience activities from the past, learn a new skill,
play a game, and use their imagination.

Due to limited class size, reservations are required. The cost is $20 per child.

Sign-ups are also being taken for the other two clubs on Saturday, November 4 and December 10.

For more information, or to make reservations, contact the museum at 530-541-5458.

Study completed for proposed roundabout in Meyers at Hwy 50/89

A proposed 3-legged roundabout in Meyers at the intersection of Highway 89 and Highway 50 will not significantly affect the quality of the environment according to a report just released.

The Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is proposing the intersection improvements due to safety concerns for both cyclists and drivers. The purpose is to influence traffic calming with the implementation of a roundabout, something transportation officials say is needed because the intersection is experiencing a number of collisions related to the intersection type.

Lack of childcare in South Lake Tahoe an issue for parents and the community

You hear of the "great recession" causing issues in many areas from jobs and income to housing, but another victim is quality child care in South Lake Tahoe.

Prior to 2009 there were over 45 licensed day care providers on the South Shore, a majority of them licensed for 12 children and open evenings and weekends. Now, there are just 20, 12 of which are licensed for 12, the other eight are small licenses, for six children or less.

City of SLT: Offering lifeguard training as well as hiring swim instructors and lifeguards

The South Lake Tahoe Recreation Department is offering two American Red Cross Certified Lifeguard Training courses. The courses are being taught by City employee, Liz Terzian and will provide participants with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize, and respond to aquatic emergencies. Participants will be trained and certified to provide care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries, and sudden illness until EMS (emergency services) take over.

Bijou Bike Park, Sawmill Pond Bike Trail and Angora Burn Area project among Best in Basin

2016 is the 26th year that the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency has handed out its "Best in the Basin" award for projects in the Lake Tahoe basin that demonstrate exceptional planning and implementation and compatibility with Lake Tahoe’s environment and communities.

During Wednesday's TRPA board meeting in Kings Beach, the nine winners for the year were honored.

The City of South Lake Tahoe was one of those recipients for the Bijou Bike Park project, a collaborative effort between the City and Tahoe Area Mountain Biking Association.

NHP urges caution as 50,000 bikers take to roads during Street Vibrations

The 2016 Street Vibrations Motorcycle Rally is underway and the Nevada Highway Patrol (NHP) is asking all motorists to use extra caution over the weekend. An estimated 50,000 motorcycle enthusiasts will take to northern Nevada streets during the event which runs September 21 - 25.

The NHP today announced that while they wish participating and or spectating to have a great time at the event, they also urge to be aware of this large influx of motorcycles and keep your eyes out for them while operating on our highways.

South Tahoe High celebrates Common Core, new scoreboard and revived energy

Social media was abuzz this week as South Tahoe High came is as the seventh most beautiful high school campus in the State of California according to the Texas based national driver's education company, Aceable.

Tahoe Valley Elementary shows school is more than just academics

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE - The students at Tahoe Valley Elementary School are enjoying the fruits of many volunteers' labors as the new greenhouse, Tranquil Garden, climbing stumps and outdoor learning areas have been completed and officially dedicated.

Principal Christina Grubbs gathered staff, parents and community members prior to last week's Back to School Night to thank all who took part in the projects, and to show off what the kids now get to enjoy.

"This is a labor of love for all to enjoy," said Grubbs.

How domestic violence In one home affects every child In a class

Part of a series on mental health in schools.

Every Monday morning at Harvie Elementary School, in Henrico County, Va., Brett Welch stands outside her office door as kids file in.

"The first thing I'm looking for are the faces," says Welch, a school counselor. She's searching for hints of fear, pain or anger.

"Maybe there was a domestic incident at the house that weekend," says Welch. "That's reality for a lot of our kids."

Tahoe WordWave, a Festival of Story returns to the South Shore

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October 21, 2016 (All day)

The second annual WordWave Festival will take place October 21-23, 2016, on the shore of South Lake Tahoe at the Tallac Historic Site. Some of the most creative and inspiring writers, musicians, and performers from around the country will be on the South Shore to share their talents at this three-day event. The festival will be interactive, featuring readings, workshops, panels, plays, open mics, guided hikes, and oral storytelling.

LTCC students: Register by September 14

Lake Tahoe Community College students are being asked to register by Wednesday, September 14 as important decisions about what courses the college will offer will be made before the start of the school year. If not enough students register for a class, it runs the risk of being cancelled.

School enrollment officials are asking students to keep this date in mind as the last date, and earlier registration is encouraged.

For those that need assistance with registration or financial aid, contact the One-Stop Enrollment Services Center at 530-541-4660 x211 or enrollmentservices@ltcc.edu.

Man dies after 100 foot fall at Cascade Falls

Update 5:00 p.m. 9/7/16: The man killed in Monday's hiking incident near Cascade Falls has been identified as Airman 1st Class Tyler Oimoeon of Beale Air Force Base. He from Mt.Horeb, Wisconsin.

"Our thoughts and prayers are with Airman Oimoen's family, coworkers and friends," Lt. Col. Matthew Mountcastle said. "During this difficult time, we are caring for his family and coworkers with the support of the Beale community."

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A 21-year-old man died at Cascade Falls on Monday afternoon after taking a fall off granite rocks in the area.

Anniversary of 2011 IHOP shooting remembered with run

Runners and walkers gathered at IHOP in Carson City early Tuesday morning to commemorate the victims of the IHOP mass shooting that happened five years ago today in Carson City.

On Sept. 6, 2011, Nevada Guardsmen Lt. Col. Heath Kelly, 35, Master Sgt. Christian Riege, 38, Sgt. 1st Class Miranda McElhiney, 31, and civilian Florence Donovan-Gunderson, 67, of South Lake Tahoe, were killed in the shooting rampage, in which a mentally ill gunman took his own life. Two other soldiers and seven patrons were injured.

School lunch program forms mean much more than free or reduced cost meals

Monday is the first day of school, and most parents will get several forms to fill out for each of their students, but there is one form that many may skip over if they think their children won't utilize it.

Not only does the National School Lunch Program Form give qualifying students free or reduced cost lunches and breakfasts, but it can also mean a few million dollars for the Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) annually.

22 new certified staff members join Lake Tahoe Unified School District

When students make their way through the doors of classrooms in Lake Tahoe Unified School District on Monday, 22 new certified staff members will be there to greet them.

Al Tahoe Preschool: Michael Pulley, Early Childhood Education Specialist

Tahoe Valley Elementary: Chelsea Casey, Special Day Class

Lake Tahoe Environmental Magnet School: Anne Lafferty, Special Day Class and Leah Stockton, 1st Grade

Sierra House Elementary School: Jennifer Bronken, 4th Grade and Tamara Dupuis, School Nurse to be split with Bijou

STMS and STHS holding KickStart 2016 on Thursday

Event Date: 
August 25, 2016 (All day)

The beginning of the school can be as hectic for parents as it is for kids due to the amount of paperwork to fill out and items to be purchased. Much of the class time on those first few days is filled with teachers collected those completed forms, sending kids to purchase gym clothes, school pictures, check out Chrome Books, and more. For the first time, both South Tahoe High and South Tahoe Middle Schools are holding "KickStart" day on Thursday, August 25 to alleviate some of those tasks. There will be a series of stations for students and parents to navigate through.

Valhalla wraps up summer season with Celtic and Gospel music

Event Date: 
August 24, 2016 - 7:30pm

Valhalla wraps up their annual summer festival with two concerts in the Boathouse Theater on August 24 and 31. The Valhalla Art, Music and Theatre Festival is Lake Tahoe’s premier summer long festival of world class live music, theatre, visual and cultural arts, bring a wide range of activities to the historic estate.

Wednesday, August 24 at 7:30 p.m.

Carson High student and adult die in rollover vehicle accident

UPDATE 9AM: Carson City School District Superintendent Richard Stokes offered condolences on behalf of Carson High School to family members after it was learned a 16-year-old CHS male student was killed in a rollover crash in Goni Canyon early this morning. An adult also died in the accident. The names of the victims have not been released.

“On behalf of the school, our students and faculty, we are very sorry for this loss. Our thoughts go out to family and friends of the student,” said Stokes.

Kid's History Club a new feature at Lake Tahoe Museum

Event Date: 
August 17, 2016 - 9:00am

Young visitors to the Lake Tahoe History Museum have been enjoying old-fashioned games and crafts when stopping ball all summer, now they can enjoy them during the new three-hour long History Club adventure on Wednesday, August 17.

Visitors and locals are invited to join in on the club's activities which have been designed for children to experience activities from the past, learn a new skill, play a game, and use their imagination.

Due to limited class size, reservations are required. The cost is $20 per child.

PCT hikers find comfort, supplies and angels in South Lake Tahoe

What gained in popularity with the movie and book by Cheryl Strayed, "Wild," people are hiking the Pacific Crest Trail in record numbers, and many of them stop by South Lake Tahoe on their way from border to border.

To date, Lake of the Sky Outfitters at the South Lake Tahoe "Y" has seen about 650 of the PCT hikers stop by. Being the largest city near the 2,650 mile trail that takes most hikers about five months to complete, the community offers what many of them seek on "zero days": supplies, motels, a shower, lots of food and mail.

Forest thinning project at Incline to close public access to some areas

A 4,000 acres project in the North Lake Tahoe area is underway to thin trees in the forests to be both fire safe by reducing fuels, and to keep the forest healthy.

The latest project in the Incline Village area started last week on approximately 355 acres of National Forest System lands above Incline Village. Mechanical cut-to-length (CTL) tree removal will take place on USFS urban lots and in areas adjacent to communities over the next several months and some areas will be closed for public safety.

South Tahoe High grad celebrates release of new music video

Tiffany "TJ" Carter may not yet be a household name, but that may soon change with the national release of a music video off her first album.

The 30-year-old South Lake Tahoe woman, a 2003 graduate of South Tahoe High, is celebrating the video's release and shared the news from her berth on a Carnival Cruise Line ship. She also talked about how she got started on her career in a town she's called home since 1989.

County now offering required immunizations to South Shore students

Approximately 90-94.9 percent of students registered for school in South Lake Tahoe are fully vaccinated, which means its time for immunizations before school starts in August for the other 5 to 10 percent.

Home that has South Shore meadow used in the series "Bonanza" for sale

A home that could be right out of an episode of "Lifestyles for the Rich and Famous" is for sale at Lake Tahoe, and it comes with a $59 million price tag.

Palatial homes and mountain style architecture are common along Lake Tahoe’s shoreline, but it is very rare to find equestrian properties with large land tracts.

Named Sierra Sunset, this estate boasts a 16,703-square-foot main house, 13-acre irrigated meadow for horses and a 378-foot stretch of sandy beach and pier with boat hoist.

Countdown to American Century Championship:"The fans are great!"

In just over a week, the eyes of sports fans will be on Lake Tahoe as the 27th annual American Century Golf Championship opens at Edgewood Tahoe. The field of 86 celebrities from sports, television, music, stage, screen, politics, Nascar, and the US Marine Corps are all headed to the South Shore July 19-24 to play.

"The golfers anticipate getting the invitation letter to play," said Former NFL Head Coach and ESPN Analyst Herm Edwards. "We get excited at that moment."

$583 million to be spent on California roads; Over $36 million in SLT

The California Transportation Commission (CTC) has adopted 156 projects, valued at $583 million, to support needed upkeep on California’s aging roads and bridges, make upgrades to transit and rail systems and encourage use of alternative forms of transportation, including biking and walking. One major project in South Lake Tahoe has been adopted.

Daddy Boot Camp with Barton Education

Event Date: 
August 11, 2016 (All day)

Boot Camp for New Dads and Dads-to-be is a unique father-to-father, one-day workshop that inspires and equips men to become confidently engaged with their infants, support their mates, and navigate their transformation into dads. Sign up at fit.bartonhealth.org under Family Classes. For more information, call 530.543.5549 or email, fit@bartonhealth.org.

This class will be held on Thursday, August 11, 6:30-9:30pm. FREE with advanced registration. It will be held at the Barton 4th Street Classroom, 1077B 4th Street, South Lake Tahoe.

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Barton 4th Street Classroom
1077B 4th Street South Lake Tahoe
United States
38° 26' 41.1396" N, 122° 42' 18.2376" W

Heavenly aims to connect 2,000 area children to the outdoors

Heavenly Mountain Resort has created Epic Discovery Kids, a program offering free access to Heavenly’s new Epic Discovery summer activities to 2,000 kids from Lake Tahoe schools and non-profits as well as regional non-profits.

174 to graduate from Lake Tahoe Community College June 24

Event Date: 
June 24, 2016 - 6:00pm

The commumity is invited to the Lake Tahoe Community College's Class of 2016 commencement on Friday, June 24 at South Tahoe Middle Schoolat 6:00 p.m. 174 students are graduating, 40 with honors, eight with highest honores, 36 with departmental certificates and 61 with a transfer degree that guarantees them a seat in a California State University this fall.

The theme of graduation this year is based on a William Arthur Ward quote: "If you can imagine it, you can achieve it. If you can dream it, you can become it."

Fit Pup Fridays

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Repeats every month on the last Friday until Fri Jun 30 2017 .
June 24, 2016 (All day)
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July 29, 2016 (All day)
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August 26, 2016 (All day)
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September 30, 2016 (All day)
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October 28, 2016 (All day)
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November 25, 2016 (All day)
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December 30, 2016 (All day)
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January 27, 2017 (All day)
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February 24, 2017 (All day)
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March 31, 2017 (All day)
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April 28, 2017 (All day)
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May 26, 2017 (All day)
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June 30, 2017 (All day)

We love animals and collect as much food and donations to benefit our furry friends at the Lake Tahoe Humane Society as we can! Members and non-members are encouraged to bring in their furry kids and a bag of dog food or treats to donate to the Lake Tahoe Humane Society. Classes are FREE all day for non-members who bring a donation item. After class, stop by Dog. Dog. Cat. and pickup a FREE treat!

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Elevated Fitness
4000 Lake Tahoe Blvd, #8, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
United States
38° 57' 15.7068" N, 119° 56' 36.0528" W

Jamba Juice to celebrate remodel with ribbon-cutting

Event Date: 
June 16, 2016 - 4:00pm

The owners of Jamba Juice in South Lake Tahoe will have a celebratory ribbon-cutting ceremony at their newly remodeled store on June 16 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Abra Teague, owner of Jamba Juice since January 2011, has seen a year on year increase of customers as visitors flock to enjoy the natural beauty and outdoor activities that South Lake Tahoe has to offer.

Colonial Village Faire enjoyed by LTESMS students

Event Date: 
June 10, 2016 (All day)

Some lessons in school can carry forward into life lessons teaching the student both the material new to their minds as well as accessing their innate skills. This year for the first time the fifth grade at Lake Tahoe Environmental Science Magnet School in Meyers, California had just such an opportunity.

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LTESMS
1095 E San Bernardino Ave, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
United States
38° 51' 36.9396" N, 120° 1' 14.7252" W

Opinion: Massage Parlors in South Lake Tahoe, Legitimate or Not?

Event Date: 
June 7, 2016 (All day)

Massage parlors are formally known for giving massages as well as allowing an opportunity for relaxation, however, local massage parlors have recently been accused of giving “happy endings” at the end of their sessions, which is considered prostitution. Without question, this activity is giving our beautiful town a bad reputation, creating the possibility of an economic downturn, and an increase in local crime.

Opinion: Air quality in Lake Tahoe

To keep Tahoe cherished and known for its beauty, locals try in their best efforts to “keep Tahoe blue.” Sadly, negative effects in our ecosystems come from humans which could damage the clarity of the lake and the air quality. Bad air quality comes from numerous sources, such as car emissions, uncontained fires, and contributors to toxic runoff into the forest; these sources of pollution must be stopped.

Opinion: Invasive clams should not be forgotten

Imagine walking into your house to find an infestation of termites. Not only are the termites annoying, but they’re hard to get rid of and are slowly but surely destroying your home. Similarly, Asian clams and their expanding population are ruining a place that is home to many. Asian clams were not reacted to fast enough, resulting in some serious issues for Lake Tahoe, and old plans to eradicate them have not proven fully effective, so, new plans must be thought of and considered seriously to save the clarity of the lake and the economy of Tahoe.

Knock Your Socks Off Customer Service

Event Date: 
June 15, 2016 - 1:00pm

Discover techniques and phrases that make your customers feel valued; manage difficult situations more effectively; and learn how to turn customers into raving fans. With these skills, turn your business into a powerhouse of repeat custom, or elevate your career with the highest level of customer service standards.

Anne Marie Smith, Business Coach Coordinator will be leading the class for both Chamber members and non-members. Cost of the 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. program is $20 for members, $40 for non.

Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows donate to injured veterans program

Squaw Valley/Alpine Meadows made a donation to the High Fives Foundation in the amount of $150,000 to commemorates Memorial Day and honor U.S. military veterans.

The foundation's “Military to the Mountains” program will receive the donation so injured veterans can be trained on the slopes. The program, a partnership between Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows, High Fives Foundation, Achieve Tahoe (formerly Disabled Sports USA Far West) and Adaptive Training Foundation, hosts and trains injured veterans of the United States armed forces on the slopes of Squaw Valley.

Community weighs in on Lake Tahoe transportation issues

There is a balancing act needed to provide quality transportation, protect Lake Tahoe, keep clean air and meet the needs of the communities around the lake, but that is what Tahoe Transportation District is trying to accomplish with a series of pubic outreach efforts.

On Tuesday night in South Lake Tahoe, staff from the TTD, Tahoe Metropolitan Planning Organization (TMPO) and Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) held an open house at the Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel to get a pulse on the feelings of the public about transportation.

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