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South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/05/2018 - 11:26pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF. - The following is a recap of activity the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to 955 calls for the 35 days between February 14 - March 20, 2018.
Calls Resulting in Arrests/Citations:
2/14 - 17 calls
Warrant in the 1000 block of Johnson
2/15 - 30 calls
Traffic Collision with Injury at Tahoe Keys Blvd and Venice Dr
2/16 - 23 calls
Drunk in Public in the 4100 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
Drunk in Public in the 3800 block of Pioneer Trail
2/17 - 34 calls
Smoke from large prescribed fire may come into Lake Tahoe Basin
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/03/2018 - 7:40pm
The Eldorado National Forest will begin implementing the Power Fire Fuels Maintenance project 13,50 acres southwest of Lake Tahoe on April 4, ahead of the incoming storm.
Two portions of that project, units 4 and 6, will be prescribed burned. These units are south of Highway 88 between Bear River Reservoir and the Mokelumne River in the 2004 Power Fire burn scar. Due to wind flows, smoke from this fire may come into the Lake Tahoe basin starting Wednesday.
Accidental drowning ruled as cause of death of woman found in Upper Truckee River
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/03/2018 - 1:52pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The cause of death of the Sacramento resident whose body was found in the Upper Truckee River in South Lake Tahoe on April 9, 2017 has been as accidental drowning by the El Dorado County Coroner.
Pamela Suswinsky, 62, was in town with her ex-husband and friend, Henry Suwinsky, and they were staying at the Motel 6 on Lake Tahoe Blvd. Henry said they came to town because she wanted her dog, Wilson, a 150-plus pound Newfoundland to experience snow for the first time.
Change in weather ahead for Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/02/2018 - 9:12pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Just as many were enjoying sunny skies and temps in the 50s and 60s, Mother Nature is sending a bit of change to the area this week.
Coming in from the west is a significant storm with gusty winds and heavy rains Friday through Sunday. The storm is a warm and wet one so there will be the potential for flooding along creeks, streams and rivers.
Monday will be back in the mid-50s.
From the National Weather Service in Reno:
First of two storms this week has arrived in Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/26/2018 - 9:39am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF. - The first of two storms due to hit Lake Tahoe this week has arrived. This current storm will head out Monday night with the next one due Wednesday through Friday.
Chain controls are up on most mountain roads as of 8:20 a.m. on Feb. 26:
R1 controls: Chains are required - snow tread tires allowed
R2 controls: Chains are required on all vehicles except four wheel drive vehicles with snow tires on all four wheels
HWY50 - R2 FREDS TO MEYERS^ SPLIT CONTROLS
HWY50 - R2 PLACERVILLE TO FRESH POND
SR88 R2 FRM SILVER LAKE TO CRYSTAL SPRINGS
Amgen Tour of California routes announced
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/08/2018 - 10:48am
The 2018 Amgen Tour of California has announced their race routes, giving cycling fans time to plot our their roadside viewing points.
The Women's Stage 2 and Men’s Stage 6 at South Lake Tahoe will both include iconic vistas, stunning lake views, highest summit in race history at Luther Pass, and the grueling Daggett Pass along Kingsbury Grade state Route 207 on May 18.
Douglas County Search and Rescue recruiting new volunteers
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/29/2018 - 12:13pm
The Douglas County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue (DCSAR) is looking for physically fit and energetic individuals to participate in its upcoming April academy and join their team.
DCSAR is a highly qualified and respected team comprised of approximately 50 trained volunteer members within the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office and responds to emergencies 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. They are frequently called out to assist surrounding counties in their rescues, it requires a considerable commitment, but is tremendously rewarding when a life is saved.
New ski pass to give users access to 23 resorts in 9 states, 2 countries
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/25/2018 - 10:53pm
The Alterra Mountain Company has announced the a new pass for the 2018-19 season, the Ikon Pass. It will give pass holders access to many of North America’s top mountain destinations, uniting 12 destinations from Alterra Mountain Company with 11 premier partners.
Olympic countdown: Anderson and Bowman lead U.S. teams to South Korea
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/25/2018 - 7:26pm
Gold medalists Maddie Bowman and Jamie Anderson are representing the South Shore once again on the global stage as they head to the 2018 Olympics in PyeongChang February 9-25.
Below are the Olympic snowboarding, free skiing, alpine and freestyle teams headed to South Korea. (names in bold are Lake Tahoe area athletes)
2018 U.S. OLYMPIC SNOWBOARDING SKIING TEAM
Women's Snowboard Slopestyle/Big Air
Jamie Anderson, South Lake Tahoe, Calif. (9/13/1990) *
Julia Marino, Westport, Conn. (9/11/1997)
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Sat, 01/20/2018 - 11:08pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE - The following is a recap of activity the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to 336 calls between January 4 -15, 2018.
Calls Resulting in Arrests/Citations:
1/4
Trespassing in the 2100 block of South Ave
Evading in the 2800 block of Hank Monk
Domestic Battery in the 3700 block of Tamarack
1/5
Domestic Battery in the 3700 block of Tamarck
Unlicensed Driver in the 3700 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
1/6
Spousal Abuse in the 1200 block of Lester ave
Snowpack near record lows spells trouble for western water supplies
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/17/2018 - 10:34pm
Months of exceptionally warm weather and an early winter snow drought across big swaths of the West have left the snowpack at record-low levels in parts of the Central and Southern Rockies, raising concerns about water shortages and economic damage.
Drought spread across large parts of the Western United States this month, and storms that moved across the region in early January made up only a small part of the deficit. Runoff from melting snow is now projected to be less than 50 percent of average in key river basins in the central and southern Rockies.
92 local charities benefit from Vail Resort's Epic Promise grants
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/17/2018 - 4:51pm
Ninety-two different nonprofits recently received cash or product donations from Vail Resorts through their EpicPromise grant program. The beneficiaries all serve communities around Northstar, Kirkwood Mountain and Heavenly Mountain resorts.
Two weather systems headed to Lake Tahoe this week
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/14/2018 - 1:00pm
Winter will finally make an appearance to Lake Tahoe, the Sierra Nevada and Northern Nevada by the end of the week and even into next week as well. A much welcomed Sierra snow will be on tap, as a colder, stronger storm is set to move into the region according to the National Weather Service in Reno. This will bring the first significant snowfall to the Sierra that we`ve seen in a while.
The latest weather models continue to show a weak to moderate Atmospheric River (AR) moving into the Sierra, combining with much colder temperatures behind the cold front.
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/14/2018 - 12:21am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE - The following is a recap of activity the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to 531 calls between December 21, 2017 - January 3, 2018.
Calls Resulting in Arrests/Citations:
12/21 - 28 total calls
No Arrests
12/22 - 33 total calls
Unlicensed Driver at Palmira and River Rd
Driving on a suspended or revoked license on Elva Ct
12/23 - 37 total calls
DUI at Black Bart and Pioneer Trail
Unlicensed Driver at Glenwood Way and Blackwood Rd
DUI at Lake Tahoe Blvd and San Francisco Ave
Rain and snow in the 7-day forecast for Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/12/2018 - 3:41pm
Forecasts of snow for Lake Tahoe haven't lived up to their promises recently, but a new system headed to the region could have more promise. Dry conditions and above average temperatures are expected today and through the weekend as high pressure builds into northeast California and western Nevada. More active weather is expected next week, especially by late week, as the stronger of two systems moves through the region.
The above average temperatures are not forecast to be record breaking as highs in the past for this week have been as high as 56-60 degrees.
Recreational cannabis shops running out of this product
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/10/2018 - 11:52pm
Less than two weeks after recreational pot sales became legal in California, some of Sacramento’s dispensaries already are complaining about supply problems.
Curtis Ducart, purchasing manager for River City Phoenix and Hugs Sacramento, said the dispensaries haven’t been able to stock many of the edible marijuana products that are popular with people who consume cannabis but don’t like to smoke it. He said the dispensaries only have been able to secure products from three manufacturers instead of the 10 they used when they served only medical customers.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue
Submitted by paula on Sat, 01/06/2018 - 2:04pm
The following are the 155 incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue and Cal-Tahoe JPA ambulances responded to from Dec. 20 - Dec. 31, 2017.
12/20
03:27 - 800 block of Placer Ave - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
04:53 - 3600 block of Rocky Point Rd - Public service
07:18 - 900 block of Ski Run Blvd - Alarm system sounded, no fire/unintentional
12:00 - 3300 block of Sandy Way - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
13:04 - 1000 block of Heavenly Village Way - Dispatched & cancelled en route
Meyers Area Plan topic of three upcoming meetings
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/04/2018 - 1:43pm
Meyers, the commercial, public services, and recreation hub of unincorporated El Dorado County at the South Shore may soon have a new area plan and there are three upcoming public meetings on the plan. It could be adopted at the third meeting, the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) board meeting on February 28.
Kirkwood Resort fined over $750k for dumping asphalt
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/29/2017 - 2:28am
Kirkwood Mountain Resort has been fined $754,732 after their snow removal practices resulted in asphalt pavement grindings to get into drainages that flow into Kirkwood Creek and Kirkwood Meadows during the winter of 2015-16.
The financial settlement was with the Central Valley Regional Water Quality Control Board over the alleged violations of the federal Clean Water Act, the Board announced on December 28.
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/22/2017 - 11:33pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE - The following is a recap of activity the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to 369 calls between November 28 - December 12, 2017.
Calls Resulting in Arrests/Citations:
11/28 - 26 Total Calls
Driving on a suspended/revoked license at Emerald Bay Rd & West Way
Resisting at Lake Tahoe Blvd & Tata Lane
DUI at Oakland & El Dorado Ave
Assault with a deadly weapon in the 1400 block of Glenwood Way
Unlicensed Driver in the 2800 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
11/29 - 24 Total Calls
Lake Tahoe area roadwork December 17 - 23
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/15/2017 - 7:24pm
The following are the Lake Tahoe and El Dorado County road projects being done in the coming week by the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans).
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
Lake Tahoe area roadwork December 10 - 16
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/09/2017 - 10:46pm
As weather permits, the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has scheduled projects at Lake Tahoe and in El Dorado County. The following are the projects for the week:
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
Lake Tahoe area roadwork December 3-9, 2017
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/02/2017 - 7:46pm
The following is the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) roadwork schedule for the Lake Tahoe and El Dorado County area.
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
Lake Tahoe area roadwork for November 26 - December 2
Submitted by paula on Sat, 11/25/2017 - 10:14pm
The following are the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) projects around Lake Tahoe and El Dorado County.
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
Lake Tahoe area roadwork for November 19-25
Submitted by paula on Sun, 11/19/2017 - 12:49am
The following is California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) roadwork projects in the Lake Tahoe Basin and El Dorado County.
Note: Most traffic-interfering work will be limited from 6 a.m. Wednesday, November 22 through Sunday, November 26 because of the Thanksgiving holiday.
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
Nationally ranked LTCC women's soccer playoff game canceled
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/17/2017 - 8:09pm
Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) soccer fans will have to wait a few more days to watch their Lady Coyotes in the playoffs. Their first round opponent, the Solano Falcons, had to forfeit Saturday's game due to a lack of players.
The forfeit automatically gives them a first round win.
Lake Tahoe area roadwork for November 13-18
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/14/2017 - 12:35pm
The following is the scheduled roadwork by the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) for roads on the California side of Lake Tahoe and in El Dorado County.
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
Taxpayer Watchdogs to host fundraising reception for Dan Dellinger
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 11/08/2017 - 10:59am
Event Date:
November 15, 2017 - 5:30pm Taxpayer Watchdogs For Dan Dellinger Recorder-Clerk will be hosting a “Campaign Launch” fundraising reception at Crystal Basin Winery in Camino on Wednesday Evening November 15 from 5:30 p.m to 9:00 p.m. Donation is $60 couples and $35 for singles with the proceeds going to help pay for important campaign material such as signs and voter education brochures to help elect Dellinger. All people interested in helping Dellinger improve County government and eliminate waste, fraud, and abuse, are encouraged to attend and support Dellinger’s election.
Meyers Area Plan could be adopted at upcoming meetings
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/07/2017 - 7:09pm
Meyers, the commercial, public services, and recreation hub of unincorporated El Dorado County at the South Shore may soon have a new area plan.
The Meyers Area Plan is the comprehensive long-term plan for the Meyers Community and, if approved, will replace the original Meyers Community Plan (MCP) adopted in 1993. The MCP currently serves as the comprehensive land use and zoning plan for the community of Meyers, consistent with the Lake Tahoe Regional Plan and the El Dorado County General Plan. It was originally meant to last a decade, not the almost 25 years its been in place.
Lake Tahoe area roadwork for November 5-11
Submitted by paula on Sat, 11/04/2017 - 7:30am
Here is the Lake Tahoe Basin and El Dorado County roadwork schedule from the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) for Sunday, November 5 through Saturday, November 11, 2017.
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
Lake Tahoe area roadwork for October 29 - November 3
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/28/2017 - 5:16pm
As the road construction season winds down, the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has announced the following work schedules on roads in the Lake Tahoe Basin and El Dorado County:
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
Meyers Area Plan presentation at TRPA meeting
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/24/2017 - 9:07am
Event Date:
October 25, 2017 - 11:30am
A new Meyers Area Plan has been created to replace the 1993 Meyers Community Plan, and it will be presented to the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) Regional Plan Implementation Committee meeting on Wednesday, October 25 at 11:30 a.m. at the TRPA offices at 128 Market Street in Stateline, Nev.
Lake Tahoe area roadwork for October 23-28
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/23/2017 - 11:14am
California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has ongoing projects in El Dorado County and the Lake Tahoe Basin. Here is what they are working on this week:
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
Lake Tahoe area roadwork for October 15-21
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/14/2017 - 8:39am
The following is a list of Caltrans projects for the following week in Lake Tahoe.
SPECIAL EVENT
State Route 89 (El Dorado County) will be closed to vehicle traffic in each direction around Emerald Bay from approximately 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Sunday, October 15 during the Lake Tahoe Marathon. Motorists should be aware of runners along the highway from Homewood to South Lake Tahoe. For more information on all the events from October 13-15, visit www.laketahoemarathon.com/
EMERGENCY PROJECTS
Another fire starts up in El Dorado County
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 10/10/2017 - 1:48pm
9:30 AM update 10/11: Perimeter is lined and held through the night. Firefighters are mopping up the interior today. The fire is 50 percent contained and has burned about 30 acres. The cause is under investigation
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There was a new fire start on Tuesday across the river from Bridal Veil Falls in El Dorado County.
Dubbed the "Ice Fire" it is burning about two miles west of the Ice House Road/White Meadows Road intersection.
Multiple air tankers and helicopters worked the fire immediately. There were some voluntary evacuations in place but they have since been lifted.
Location
Across the call from bridal veil falls
United States
See map: Google Maps
Lake Tahoe area roadwork for October 8-14
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/08/2017 - 1:14am
The following report is from Caltrans on projects and activities on their roads in Lake Tahoe.
SPECIAL EVENT
U.S. Highway 50 (El Dorado County) from 5 Mile Road to Carson Road in Camino: Eastbound motorists can expect the left turn lanes to be closed at 5 Mile Road, lower Carson Road and upper Carson Road from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, October 8 and Saturday October 14 for Apple Hill Season. Motorists will be directed to Exit 54/Cedar Grove to access Carson Road.
EMERGENCY PROJECTS
No injuries in two car collision in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 10/01/2017 - 2:11pm
A two-car collision on Highway 50 just before noon Sunday created a traffic jam, but there were no injuries.
At 11:48 a.m. October 1, emergency personnel from South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue, Police Department and JPA ambulance responded to the area in between Motel 6 and Grocery Outlet.
The driver of a white Toyota Camry pulled out of Motel 6 into the path of a woman driving westbound in a tan Toytoa Avalon. The Camry driver was attempting to cross all westbound lanes to head east and did not see the Avalon.
Lake Tahoe area roadwork for October 1-7
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/30/2017 - 8:39pm
Caltrans will be working on Lake Tahoe area roads as long as weather allows. Here is their schedule for the week of October 1-7, 2017.
EMERGENCY PROJECTS
U.S. Highway 50 (El Dorado County) from Forest Road to the PG&E canal in Fresh Pond: The highway is reduced to one lane in each direction at Bridal Veil Falls roadway repair work. Completion is expected in late fall.
U.S. Highway 50 (El Dorado County): The highway is reduced to one lane in each direction at Bridal Veil Falls roadway repair work. Completion is expected in late fall.
TRPA announces top 15 Best in the Basin awards
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/28/2017 - 5:16pm
he Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) on Wednesday recognized 15 exceptional projects completed in 2016 with Best in Basin awards.
Now in its 27th year, TRPA’s Best in Basin awards program each year showcases projects around the lake that demonstrate exceptional planning, implementation, and compatibility with Tahoe’s natural environment and communities.
Lake Tahoe area roadwork for September 24-30
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/23/2017 - 6:31pm
The following is the roadwork schedule from Caltrans on Lake Tahoe area roads.
SPECIAL EVENT
State Routes 28 and 267 (Placer County): Motorists should be alert for increased road cyclists on sections of State Routes 28 and 267 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday during the “Stetina’s Sierra Prospect” cycling event. Remember to share the road and allow at least three feet of space. For race information, visit:https://www.sierraprospect.com/
EMERGENCY PROJECTS
Over $3.3M awarded to Lake Tahoe area projects
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/22/2017 - 3:58pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The California Tahoe Conservancy Board yesterday awarded up to $3,359,081 in Proposition 1 funds for eight projects to improve the Lake Tahoe Basin’s forests, lake clarity, and water quality.
Lake Tahoe chosen as one of Best Adventure Towns for Fall
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/18/2017 - 10:22pm
You don’t have to break the bank to have a once-in-a-lifetime adventure this autumn. With so many canyons, lakes, mountains, and more to explore right here in the US, you’ll find there’s a perfect fall vacation for every budget!
Top Adventure Towns You Can Afford
Lake Tahoe area roadwork for September 17-23
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/15/2017 - 8:19pm
The following is the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) roadwork schedule for the Lake Tahoe area.
EMERGENCY PROJECTS
U.S. Highway 50 (El Dorado County) from Forest Road to the El Dorado Ditch in Fresh Pond: Westbound motorists can expect #2 lane closed for pavement repair. Completion is expected by the end of October.
U.S. Highway 50 (El Dorado County): The highway is reduced to one lane in each direction at Bridal Veil Falls for slope and roadway repair work. Completion is expected by the end of this year.
LONG-TERM PROJECTS
South Lake Tahoe activities: Sample the Sierra, Art After Dark, Canelo vs Golovkin
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/15/2017 - 7:17pm
Going to be out and about in South Lake Tahoe this week? Here are some of the activities to enjoy in town from Friday to Thursday:
Great Sierra River Cleanup - Join the ninth annual Great Sierra River Cleanup in conjunction with California Coastal Cleanup day on September 16 starting at 8:00 a.m. Join hundreds of volunteers this day in cleaning up the Lake Tahoe region. (more info here)
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/09/2017 - 10:47pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE - The following is a recap of activity the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to 307 calls between August 28 - September 3, 2017.
Calls Resulting in Arrests/Citations:
August 28 - 27 Calls
Unlicensed Driver at 3rd St and Lake Tahoe Blvd
Drunk in Public in the 4000 block of Manzanita
Transient/Homeless in the 1000 block of Johnson Blvd
Transient/Homeless at River Dr and Lake Tahoe Blvd
Warrant in the 3400 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
Transient/Homeless in the 3900 block of Pioneer Trail
Business licenses issued by City of South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/09/2017 - 3:12pm
The following 90 businesses took out business licenses with the City of South Lake Tahoe during the month of July, 2017 (spelling of the business names is taken directly from the City's website):
7/3
4-SEASONS DECOR
A STERLING AFFAIR
ARTIST TO YOU - METAL ART
BAKER HOME PRODUCTS
CALVIN LEE CLOTHING STORES
DESERT PARADISE CLOTHING
GERALD DEWEY SALES
HENERY'S NIGHT LIGHTS
PS DESIGN
ROYAL OIL MFG
STEVEN LN PROPERTY
SWEET FEATHER
SWEET JEAN'S NUTTY GOURMET
THOMAS PHOTO ARTS
7/5
4LEAF INC
KOA ARCHITECTS
OUR ART'S DESIRE LLC
7/6
CLASSIC CUT LAWN CARE
Resort Triangle in North Lake Tahoe gets funding for new trails
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/09/2017 - 12:21am
The Placer County Board of Supervisors have approved two chunks of money to go to their plans to transform North Lake Tahoe into a thriving, local community and, at the same time, provide visitors with a great experience.
Now halfway complete, the "Resort Triangle" will consist of a continuous 62-mile trail that runs from the Town of Truckee to Northstar, then to Kings Beach, to Tahoe City and back to Truckee.
Thieves steal over $110K in construction materials in Washoe County
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/08/2017 - 10:00pm
Suspects are being sought after two construction sites in Washoe County lost over $110,000 in materials during late night burglaries this week.
Detectives from the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office are currently investigating two large commercial burglaries that took place between Wednesday night and Friday morning at construction sites in different parts of the county.
More stabilization work needed on new Upper Truckee River channel
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/08/2017 - 4:53pm
The winter took its toll on the new Upper Truckee River channel near the Lake Tahoe Airport, and crews from the USFS Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) are doing stabilization work in the area.
Meyers Area Plan ready for community input
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/07/2017 - 12:43am
The Final Draft of the Meyers Area Plan was released today along with the associated joint environmental document. This draft updates 20-year old policies to streamline permitting for small projects, improves consistency between El Dorado County and Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) policies and standards, promotes recreation and bicycle/pedestrian improvements, establishes zoning to better reflect current conditions, conserves land around the Upper Truckee River, formalizes a local citizens advisory council, and integrates design standards and guidelines.
