South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce

City Council candidates respond to South Lake Tahoe Chamber questions

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.

STPUD candidates respond to questions

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There are three open seats on the South Tahoe Public Utility Board of Directors this election season, two for a four-year term and one for a two-year term.

South Tahoe Now reached out to the candidates and below are their answers to a set of questions. For the two four-year terms, incumbent Kelly Sheehan is running for reelection, Duane Wallace is running after being appointed to fill Jim Jones's spot on the board until this election, and they are joined by David Peterson.

SLT Council Candidate Bruce Grego

South Tahoe Now reached out to all nine candidates for South Lake Tahoe City Council and provided the same list of questions to each one of them. Once a day their answers will be published in the order received.

Today's candidate is Bruce Grego

Profession: Attorney

How many years in SLT: 53 years

Embarc Tahoe dispensary now open in South Lake Tahoe

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The first cannabis dispensary to operate under the new City of South Lake Tahoe rules and regulations is now open.

Embarc Tahoe has opened its doors and held an official ribbon-cutting ceremony Friday with Mayor Jason Collin, Mayor Pro Tem Tamara Wallace, members of the Embarc Tahoe team and the South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce.

Owner Christy Wilson moved into what was once Tahoe Teriyaki and has since been several different businesses.

Resilience Fund-Tahoe awards first loan to Freshie's in South Lake Tahoe

The Resilience Fund-Tahoe has funded its first local loan to Freshies Tahoe. The funds helped save their outdoor patio deck, which was in desperate need of repair and will be critical to ensuring their future success serving customers outdoors.

“After many months of unsuccessfully trying multiple federal avenues for support of Freshies during the business disruption caused by the pandemic, we are thrilled to have qualified for this very generous Resilience Fund loan! We are ready to get our deck open! Thank you so much,” said owners Erik and Melodie Ulman.

Letter: South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce offers leaders suggestions on reopening

The following is a letter sent to El Dorado County and City of South Lake Tahoe. It is published here in its entirety at the request of the author.

The South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce would like to offer encouragement and support of a revival of the local economy, while continuing to keep the health and safety of our residents in mind. Cases of COVID-19 have remained low in our region when compared to other more populated areas around the State and Nation. We applaud the quick action taken by the County and City that has helped us keep the case count low.

Public comment sought at South Lake Tahoe US 50 Main Street Open House

Event Date: 
August 27, 2019 - 5:30pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The next public US Highway 50 Main Street Management Plan open house will be held on Tuesday, August 27 at the Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel Tallac Room from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

The event will consist of a series of informational stations where residents can give input on the planning stages of this transformational project. The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) and the Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) are seeking comments as different options for the design of the corridor come into focus.

What could addition of Accessory Dwelling Units mean for South Lake Tahoe?

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Perhaps you know of them as mother-in-law units, tiny houses in the backyard or an extra apartment above a garage for renters. The term Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) has become a popular one in describing these types of housing as the affordable housing conversation turns towards solutions.

From the California Department of Housing and Community Development:

What are the benefits of ADUs?
- ADUs are an affordable type of home to construct in California because they do not require paying for land, major new infrastructure, structured parking, or elevators.

Having a voice in the Lake Tahoe Main Street Management Plan

STATELINE, Nev. - Dozens of residents from both sides of the state line on the South Shore attended the Main Street Management Plan workshop Wednesday to participate in planning the future of Lake Tahoe Boulevard from Pioneer Trail/Raley's area to MontBleu.

Public invited to US50 Main Street Management Plan Open House

Event Date: 
May 29, 2019 - 5:30pm

The next phase of the Highway 50 South Shore Community Revitalization Project (SSCRP) begins with an open house on its Main Street Management Plan on Wednesday, May 29 at the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) office from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The public is welcome to drop in any time.

SSCRP, commonly referred to as the Loop Road Project, will include seven more key components to be completed by the TRPA and Tahoe Transportation District (TTD). The first of those components is the Main Street Management Plan.

South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce announces name change

Event Date: 
March 20, 2019 - 5:30pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - With more than one Chamber of Commerce serving the South Shore there is often confusion about their names and functions.

In 2005 the Tahoe Douglas Chamber and South Lake Tahoe Chamber merged into the Lake Tahoe South Shore Chamber of Commerce (LTSSCC) for the whole community, both sides of the state line. A group of California side businesses then formed the South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce.

Letter: South Lake Tahoe Chamber is concerned about pending approval of Loop Road

The following is a letter from Duane Wallace, past president of the South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce to the Tahoe Transportation District Board. He outlines the concerns their Chamber has expressed about the US 50 South Shore Community
Revitalization Project (Loop Road) EIR process and content.

"It is on the fastest track I've ever seen," he said of the Loop Road project.

Dear Chair Teshara and Commission Members,

Tahoe Chamber hosts community forum for South Lake Tahoe City Council candidates

Event Date: 
October 4, 2018 - 5:30pm

Lake Tahoe South Shore Chamber of Commerce (Tahoe Chamber) is hosting a candidate forum on October 4 for candidates running for South Lake Tahoe City Council. Three City Council member seats are up for election, which includes those held by incumbents, and candidates, Wendy David, Tom Davis and Austin Sass. All nine candidates are confirmed to attend.

The forum will be held in the Lake Tahoe Community College Board Room from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Both Chamber directors at this month's Mayor's community chat

Event Date: 
July 18, 2018 - 9:00am

The public is invited to join Mayor Wendy David for the July “Let’s Have a Conversation” with special guests Steve Teshara of the Tahoe Chamber and Tamara Wallace of the South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce.

This will take place on Wed, July 18 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at the South Lake Tahoe Senior Center at 3050 Lake Tahoe Blvd.

Each month Mayor David holds themed "Let's Have a Conversation" chats covering a myriad of topics the day after the last City Council meeting of the month.

STPUD receives second award for transparency

South Tahoe Public Utility District (STPUD) has been awarded the District Transparency Certificate of Excellence through California Special District’s Association. The certificate is good for two years and is the second consecutive time STPUD has been issued one.

Vendor and sponsor spots open for 7th annual Lake Tahoe Home and Garden show

The 7th annual Lake Tahoe Home and Garden Show is coming back to the South Tahoe Middle School Multi Purpose Room on April 27 and 28, 2018. Produced by Golden Bear Events, the show will run from 4:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Friday, and from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday. This family friendly show offers free admission for attendees and door prizes.

Town Hall meeting in South Lake Tahoe to focus on Measure C

Event Date: 
October 18, 2017 - 6:00pm

Learn more about South Lake Tahoe's Measure C at the next Tahoe Regional Young Professional's Town Hall meeting on Wednesday, October 18 at the Tahoe Beach Retreat from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

This free event is open to the public and will also be available via Live Stream thanks to the Tahoe Production House.

The event is also co-hosted by Tahoe Chamber and South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce.

6th annual Lake Tahoe Home and Garden Show

Event Date: 
April 29, 2017 - 10:00am

The sixth annual Lake Tahoe Home and Garden Show will be held April 28-29, 2017 in the South Tahoe Middle School multipurpose room.

Space is being increased to allow more vendors from the region to participate in the only event of its type on the South Shore. A free children's planting area is also being added to the two day show that runs from 4:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m on Friday, and 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m on Saturday.

6th annual Lake Tahoe Home and Garden Show

Event Date: 
April 28, 2017 - 4:00pm

The sixth annual Lake Tahoe Home and Garden Show will be held April 28-29, 2017 in the South Tahoe Middle School multipurpose room.

Space is being increased to allow more vendors from the region to participate in the only event of its type on the South Shore. A free children's planting area is also being added to the two day show that runs from 4:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m on Friday, and 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m on Saturday.

SLT City Council candidate JoAnn Conner

All candidates for South Lake Tahoe City Council were given the same questions. With just one day to go to the elections, we will be featuring their answers and a video of their interview with Tahoe Regional Young Professionals through the day.

JoAnn Conner, 67, Small Business Owner, 35 years in SLT.

Discuss your interest in serving on City Council. What is your prior experience in working with civic, community or governmental organizations?

Former SLT City Manager heads to same job in Avalon

Former South Lake Tahoe City Manager David Jinkens is headed south to the city of Avalon to take on the same position for that city on Santa Catalina Island, one that he held in the 1980s.

Jinkens was the SLT City Manager from August 2002 until August 2010 when he retired after 35 year of service as a City CEO. Now, he's headed back to where he and wife Terri lived and worked when they were first married.

Home & Garden Show to feature everything from authors to roof systems

Event Date: 
April 23, 2016 - 10:00am

The 5th annual Lake Tahoe Home and Garden Show will be held April 22 and 23 at the South Lake Tahoe Recreation Complex on Rufus Allen Blvd. The show will begin on Friday at 4:00 p.m. and run until 7:30 p.m. Saturday hours will be from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Admission to the show is free, and each attendee will receive a small gift and be entered into a chance to win a door prize.

Early bird pricing available for Lake Tahoe Home & Garden Show

Vendors are now being accepting for the annual Home and Garden Show held in South Lake Tahoe will be held April 22-23, 2016 at the Recreation Complex. For those that sign up before January 29, a large early bird discount is available.

Here is a list of the vendors signed up so far:

Sponsors
EverythingTahoe.com
Kadzoom.com
EverythingCarsonValley.com
South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce
Legal Shield, J. Conner, Ind. Assoc.

Vendors
Tahoe Bath and Candle Works
South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce

South Tahoe Chamber holding mixer at Elements Spa

Event Date: 
October 20, 2015 - 5:30pm

The South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce is holding their October Mixer at the new location of Elements Spa located upstairs of Fitness Evolution, 2565 Lake Tahoe Blvd from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, October 20.

Meet April Vadnais and her staff while enjoying complimentary refreshments and Hors d'oeuvres.

Elements is also located inside the Tahoe Lakeshore Lodge.

Hike for the Humane Society

Event Date: 
May 16, 2015 - 9:00am

The annual Harrah's/Harvey's Hike for the Humane Society has teamed up with the Action Adventure Expo! Join us Saturday, May 16th, in the back parking lot of Harrah's from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. Admission to the event is free, and a low cost lunch will be offered to benefit the Humane Society.

There will be an opportunity to meet Brandon Nelson and Cara Maria Sorobello of "The Challenge" series, and have your picture taken with your pet. You can also join the guided hike, which starts at 9:30, for just $10 for the hike and lunch! Pets are welcome, but they must be on leash at all times.

Lake Tahoe Home & Garden Show on Friday and Saturday

The fourth annual Lake Tahoe Home and Garden Show will be held on Friday, April 24th, and Saturday, April 25th, at the South Lake Tahoe Recreation Complex at 1080 Rufus Allen Blvd. The show will be open to the public on Friday from 4:00 pm to 7:30 pm, and Saturday, from 10:00 am to 4:30 pm.

Mixer and ribbon cutting at new boutique in South Lake Tahoe

Event Date: 
April 2, 2015 - 5:30pm

The South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce is welcoming new member "Remember Us Too" into the community.

On April 2 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., join the owners Mike and Connie Orr as they officially open their business located behind Red Hut on Ski Run Blvd.

There will be a mixer and ribbon cutting.

Remember Us Too is located at 3668 South Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe. They can also be found on the web.

Small Business Tax Seminar

Event Date: 
May 21, 2015 - 9:00am

This free small business tax seminar is sponsored by the California Board of Equalization, the City of South Lake Tahoe, South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce and Tahoe Chamber. Register Here.

Topics include:

-Avoiding sales and use tax problems

-Forms of ownership

-Social media marketing

-Employee or independent contractor

-Loan programs and services

-Better business through better records

Who should attend?

Location

TahoeChamber Conference Room
169 US HWY 50 Stateline, NV
United States

Former senator and South Tahoe Chamber to hold small business seminar

Event Date: 
May 21, 2015 - 9:00am

President George Alm and the Board of Directors of the South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce are pleased to announce that current State Board of Equalization Vice Chair and former State Senator George Runner and State Board of Equalization staff have agreed to hold a business seminar for smaller businesses at City Hall in South Lake Tahoe on May 21, 2015 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. with check in beginning at 8:30 a.m.

Op/Ed: County Planning Commission against Open Meeting law requirements

In a stunning step backwards from transparency the El Dorado County Planning Commission, holding a difficult to attend morning week-day workshop on the Draft Meyers Area Plan at City Hall in South Lake Tahoe on October 16, 2014, recommended yesterday that any new Meyers Area Advisory Council formed by the Board of Supervisor after adoption of a Meyers Area Plan not be subject to California’s Open Meeting Law, the Brown Act.

Op/Ed: People need to come out for the Meyers Area Plan meeting on Thursday

Most of us moved to Meyers because it's a rural community, away from the City & tourist congestion. I am pro-growth, most locals are, as long as it's appropriately sized growth for our community. The proposed Meyer's Plan however, opens the door to a Mega Resort, with incentives for large development and in my mind, lacks long range planning.

I started going to planning meetings last summer, just to listen, but it wasn't until December that I got really concerned. Here's a timeline of events, from my perspective:

Speed dating met politics in South Lake Tahoe candidate forum

If the success of Thursday night's merging of South Lake Tahoe politics with speed dating is any indication, we should see many more forums done in the same format in the future. A much more educated and knowledgeable voter emerged from the evening's event at Lake Tahoe Community College.

Hear from the candidates during Chamber Forum at LTCC

Event Date: 
October 9, 2014 - 5:00pm

Be an informed voter this November! An educational forum featuring all the candidates on the ballot running unopposed will be held at Lake Tahoe Community College on Thursday, October 9.

The South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce, KTHO Radio and Lake Tahoe Community College are jointly sponsoring the Candidate's Forum in the Aspen Room, which is in the college's library building, from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Both Chambers to host Measure F forums at LTCC

Event Date: 
September 24, 2014 - 5:30pm

The public and media are welcome to attend two forums this September to get educated about LTCC's bond measure, Measure F, which will be on the ballot November 4.

The Lake Tahoe South Shore Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Measure F workshop on Thursday, Sept. 18 @ 5:30 p.m. in the Aspen/Board room at LTCC.

The South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce hosts another informational forum on Measure F Wed. Sept. 24, also at 5:30 p.m. in the Aspen/Board room at LTCC.

Op/Ed: Reflection on the Election

The Board of Directors of California’s South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce and myself want to thank South Shore residents for voting in the June 3rd primary. Voting is the opportunity for government to be brought into alignment with the wishes of its citizens. Voting is that precious American right to elect candidates to public office who will govern and shape the future of the community.

South Tahoe Chamber to host a business mixer

Event Date: 
March 21, 2013 - 5:30pm

The South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce will hold a business mixer on Thursday, March 21. Borges Chiropractic and Tahoe Valley Pharmacy will host the event, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Tahoe Valley Pharmacy center, 2074 Lake Tahoe Blvd. (across from Staples near the “Y”).

The event is open to chamber members as well as the public and is free.

There will be food and prizes, including a pair of sunglasses valued at $160 donated by Lake Tahoe Eye Care. Other sponsors for donations include Tahoe Valley Pharmacy, Borges Chiropractic and Ross Groelz, DDS.

South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce meets

Event Date: 
February 4, 2013 - 6:30pm

The South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce Board will meet Feb. 4. 6:30 p.m. at Passaretti's Italian Restaurant, 1181 Emerald Bay Road. See the announcement below on discussion items.

South Lake Tahoe City Council Makes Board Assignments for 2013

The South Lake Tahoe City Council made appointments to various Boards and Commissions for 2013 at Tuesday's meeting. Mayor Tom Davis will serve on the following boards: California Tahoe Conservancy, City Selection Committee, TahoeChamber.org, Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority, and South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce.

Mayor Pro Tem Hal Cole will serve on El Dorado County LAFCO, Tahoe Regional Planning Agency, Abandoned Vehicle Abatement JPA, and South Tahoe Redevelopment Successor Agency boards.

Mixer to be held at MacDuff's Public House

South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce will host its winter mixer today at MacDuff's Public House.The mixer will be held from 5:30-7:30 p.m. and will include music by Dona Baxter Mobile DJ, as well as lig...

South Tahoe Chamber Winter Mixer on Friday

Event Date: 
December 14, 2012 - 5:30pm

The South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce will hold its Winter Mixer, this Friday, Dec. 14 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Mac Duff's Public House, 1041 Freemont Ave. South Lake Tahoe, just off Highway 50 and Lake Tahoe Boulevard in downtown South Lake Tahoe. Everyone is welcome.
Enter to win a free drawing by dropping your business card. More than $550 in door prizes will be awarded. Music by Dona Baxter Mobile DJ. There will be light appetizers and drink specials.

South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce Picks New Board

The South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce has announced its new board of directors. The Board of Directors meet the first Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at various locations. Go here for more information. The new board members are:
President - George Alm
Vice President - Mary Ann Van Buskirk

Halloween Cove 2012!

Event Date: 
October 31, 2012 - 4:00pm

The party of all Halloween parties...Halloween Cove at Timber Cove Lodge brought to you by your friends at K-TAHOE Radio!
Be a part of this year’s NEW South Lake Tahoe Halloween tradition, K-Tahoe’s “Halloween Cove” from 4PM-8PM! We are creating a safe trick-or-treat environment for local children this year with a great central location & tons of parking! And there will be plenty of events & entertainment for older kids & mom & dad, too! Best of all...it's FREE!!

Great events like:

Location

Timber Cove Lodge
3411 Lake Tahoe Boulevard South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
United States
38° 56' 47.1696" N, 119° 58' 1.0524" W

Two incumbents face field of challengers in City Council race

And they're off. Two incumbents — Hal Cole and Bruce Grego — will face three and possibly four challengers in the race for two seats on the South Lake Tahoe City Council in November.

The filing period ended at 5 p.m. Friday. If one of the incumbents had not filed, the filing period would have been extended by five days.

Tahoe Mountain Faire set for August 11-12

Event Date: 
August 11, 2012 - 11:00am

Music, food, contests and an all-round weekend centered around the hometown will be featured at the Tahoe Mountain Faire, August 11-12 at the Tahoe Valley Campground, 175 Melba Drive in South Lake Tahoe.
Weekend festivities will feature food, games, a pie-eating contest and live music both days. Faire sponsors include the Pine Cone Acre Motel, Grocery Outlet, the Tahoe Area Coordinating Council for the Disabled, Golden Bear Events, KTHO AM 590 and FM 96.1, KRLT, 93.9 The Lake and the South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce.

Golden Bear Events Thanks Community for 4th of July Participation

Golden Bear Events would like to thank the community of South Lake Tahoe for the success of the Inaugural Community Wide 4th of July Parade and Celebration. Parade participants and vendors came from primarily Meyers, Stateline, and South Lake Tahoe. Several new businesses, like The Oven, the Yum Truck, and Lake Tahoe Custom Cycles were happy to be a part of something as new as they.

Sunny skies and warm weather at Lake Tahoe expected through July 4 and into the weekend

Sunny skies and warm weather are in store for Lake Tahoe through the July 4 holiday and well into the weekend, according to the latest from the National Weather Service in Reno.
Here's the forecast:
Independence Day: Sunny, with a high near 80. West wind between 5 and 10 mph.
Wednesday night: Mostly clear, with a low around 46.
Thursday: Sunny, with a high near 78.
Thursday night: Mostly clear, with a low around 47.
Friday: Sunny, with a high near 80.

South Lake Tahoe 4th of July Parade

Golden Bear Events presents the inaugural 4th of July Parade in South Lake Tahoe on Wednesday, July 4, from 10 a.m. to noon down Highway 50.
This event is sponsored by the South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce, KTHO Radio 590 am and 96.1 fm and the City of South Lake Tahoe. Staging will be at Stateline Ave., then proceed down Hwy 50 to Rufus Allen Blvd.
The parade will culminate in the back of the parking lot at the Recreation Complex at 1180 Rufus Allen Blvd. Bring out the family to line the highway and watch or meet at the Recreation Complex for the celebration from noon to 3 p.m.

Opinion: South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce: Vote NO on Measure B

The South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce opposes the increase in taxes for business owners.
Measure B proposes assessing greater fees based on the number of employees and gross receipts without the perspective of costs. To tax on gross without allowances for costs is not a “fair tax.”

Chili Fundraiser for South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce

Come to the Coyote Grill at Round Hill for $1 chili to ward away the cold! All proceeds benefit the South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce. The South Tahoe Chamber is an independent, local community oriented organization, helping to create and promote events like the Meyers Tree Lighting and the Lake Tahoe Home and Garden Show. Come and show your support!

Substitute Personnel has Office Space for Lease

For local business owners who are looking to rent desk space or an office, call Substitute Personnel. Sharing the space helps with rent and utilities, and they may be able to offer needed business services as well. Location is in the center of town near Sierra Tract.
Desk space could start as low as $250 per month including utilities and snow removal; separate office space would be $600 per month including utilities. Space includes furnishings,shared kitchen area and bathroom (not wheelchair accessible).

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