vision
City's new vision statement: We will reflect the national treasure in which we live
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/05/2017 - 9:39pmThe City of South Lake Tahoe now has a new vision statement to guide all of their decisions: "We will reflect the national treasure in which we live."
During a two-day long retreat and strategic planning session, the City Council and staff leaders met to discuss their strategies over the next two years, something they do right after every Council election.
City leaders will now get other agencies on the South Shore to join them in this mission, as well as the community. The vision will be reflected on City materials, a new logo, and be the "guiding principle in decision making."
Opinion: A vibrant community still vision of Tahoe Future 2020
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/27/2017 - 12:41pmSouth Lake Tahoe – Tahoe Chamber would like to thank Councilmember Davis, Mayor Sass, and the Council for the invitation to attend the City Council February 14 special meeting and for the opportunity to present the business community’s priorities to the City as they prepare for their strategic planning retreat.
Several years ago, the Tahoe Chamber and its members established a vision and a set of priorities for the South Shore community titled Tahoe Future 2020. The vision statement from that document reads:
Northstar Mountain 20-year master plan approved by Placer County Board of Supervisors
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/21/2017 - 8:06pmLAKE TAHOE, CALIF., - The Northstar Mountain Master Plan was approved Tuesday by the Placer County Board of Supervisors, providing a roadmap for the next 20 years for the North Lake Tahoe resort.
South Lake Tahoe Mayor Sass: City Council, the TWC, VHR's and more
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/02/2017 - 2:14pmSouth Lake Tahoe, Calif. - I could not be more honored and excited to represent this community as your Mayor. Having served on City Council for two years, I have learned that there are deeply passionate and extremely knowledgeable citizens and fellow council members who care immensely about our community and the decisions made by our City.
Two arrested for 'spotlighting' and other charges surrounding illegal deer hunting
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/23/2016 - 12:35amTwo Markleville, Calif., men were arrested on December 17 after a Department of Fish Wildlife warden caught them near Diamond Valley Road and Airport Road (Alpine County) as they attempted to "spotlight" deer.
According to Lt. Chris Stoots of California Fish & Wildlife, Ramsey Gene Horse, 29, and William Eugene Berreman, 26, were allegedly driving a Ford sedan with an artificial light in an attempt to spot and kill deer, an illegal action called spotlighting. They also had two loaded rifles in the back seat.
Hal Cole honored for 25 years of serving South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/16/2016 - 4:02pmHal Cole, the longest serving City Councilmember in South Lake Tahoe, was honored in a ceremony during Tuesday's Council meeting, his last one after 20.5 years on the dais.
Cole chose not to run for a sixth term this November.
He started off his public service career in 1990 when he was named to the SLT Building Board of Appeals, was a part of the development of the Bijou Community Plan in 1993 as a Planning Commission. In 1994, Cole moved over to the City Council and was elected to a four-year term five times. During that tenure he was the City's Mayor an unprecedented six times.
City celebrates passage of Measure P in Tuesday's election
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/09/2016 - 11:15amMeasure P, the two percent raise in transient occupancy tax for lodging properties in the City limits, has passed by a fairly large margin. With 100 percent of the precincts counted, a "yes" vote of 3,214 to 1,537 has passed by a 35.30 percent difference in the unofficial results.
The measure will use the funds raised by the extra tax to support recreational improvements in the City. A new recreation center, competitive pool and ball courts are in the plans.
Letter: Long time educator asks for your vote for LTUSD board
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/07/2016 - 4:26pmHello South Lake Tahoe,
As you reflect on voting for the Lake Tahoe Unified School District Board of Education Trustee in Area 1, I respectfully ask for your thoughtful consideration.
Opinion: Uniting towards a sustainable vision for South Shore
Submitted by paula on Thu, 11/03/2016 - 10:33amIt is an exciting time to live on the South Shore – during a critical point in our region’s evolution and potential. It is time to set our course: moving away from bickering and blaming, exclusionary special interests and single-industry dominance to consensus-building and proactively choosing progress. Whether we live in Nevada or California, everyone benefits from uniting towards a sustainable vision for the South Shore.
Letter: Annie Davidson – My Choice for LTUSD Board
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/01/2016 - 12:57pmI am writing this letter in support of Annie Davidson for the LTUSD Board. She is mother to two LTUSD students and knows firsthand the challenges that our school district, educators, and students face. She has no political ties that might sway her in one direction or another in regards to what is best for our community.
Halloween traffic safety tips
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/31/2016 - 12:02amOver the past three Halloweens there have been a total of six traffic deaths and 417 crashes during the past three Halloweens in Nevada, so the Nevada Highway Patrol (NHP) and Nevada Department of Public Safety (NDOT) has joined together to remind both drivers and pedestrians to be safe.
Letter: A vote for Randy Vogelgesang is a vote for exceptional judgement
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/26/2016 - 4:29pmAs the election nears I feel compelled to write a quick note expressing my endorsement for Randy Vogelgesang’s reelection to the STUPD Board.
Conservancy looks into selling 4 parcels that could benefit the Tahoe Valley Area Plan
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/25/2016 - 11:13pmWhen 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.
League to Save Lake Tahoe supports new hotel project in Tahoe City
Submitted by admin on Mon, 10/24/2016 - 3:33pmA prime piece of real estate in Tahoe City that was originally built in 1957 for housing during the 1960 Olympics has never lived up to its potential, and is now proposed for destruction to make way for a 118-room hotel.
Sold at the end of 2013, the property known as the Hendrickson Building located at the west end of Tahoe City at 255 North Lake Blvd. is being transformed into the Tahoe City Lodge.
Halloween safety tips from South Tahoe Fire Rescue
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/20/2016 - 11:42pmFor the Halloween season, South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue is reminding parents and children of some lifesaving hints when planning costumes and a special day of trick-or-treating.
When buying costumes for Halloween:
Check the labels and make sure they are made of flame retardant materials.
Materials made of 100% Polyester are best suited for a Halloween costume.
The use of commercial flame retardant sprays is not recommended.
Avoid Halloween costumes that are loose or baggy to prevent fabric from coming in contact with any open flames.
On Halloween:
Letter: Vote Jason Collin for Council
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 10/15/2016 - 3:50pmThis November the right choice for South Lake Tahoe is Jason Collin! Jason is a thoughtful, collaborative and engaging leader with a responsible and positive vision for our community. It has been my pleasure to witness his leadership skills first hand working on volunteer boards and local events together! Jason is a top notch individual whose common sense, respectful communication style and energy are desperately needed on the City Council.
Jason Drew
South Lake Tahoe
South Lake Tahoe entrepreneurs honored for their vision
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/13/2016 - 11:30pmThe Tahoe Mountain Lab founders were honored Thursday for their creation of a unique business that promotes the expansion of opportunities in the South Lake Tahoe community.
Tahoe Chamber endorses Laine and Collin for SLT City Council
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/03/2016 - 1:32pmBrooke Laine and Jason Collin have been endorsed by the Lake Tahoe South Shore Chamber of Commerce (Tahoe Chamber) for the two open seats on the South Lake Tahoe City Council.
The Tahoe Chamber Board of Directors unanimously chose the two after a detailed vetting of all ten candidates by their Candidate Endorsement Committee, which was comprised of six community members, including one Chamber board director.
Letter: Supporting Nick Exline For South Tahoe Public Utility District Board (STPUD)
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 10/01/2016 - 7:41amI am writing this letter in support of Nick Exline's candidacy for the STPUD Board. I have known Nick for several years now and agree with him that renewable energy is our future! He is passionate about, not only how climate change is affecting us, but also what we can do to help solve some of these concerns.
Ask Henry: 8 things to NOT do to your cat.
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 09/14/2016 - 8:12pmDon’t ignore flea and heartworm treatments
Super Snake at Sierra-at-Tahoe to be featured on ABC special
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/13/2016 - 2:14pmEvent Date:
October 16, 2016 - 1:00pm
A special course created on the snow at Sierra-at-Tahoe will be featured on the October 16 edition of the action sports show, ABC's 'World of X Games.'
SuperSnake, a cutting-edge hybrid course on snow that combines snowboarding and skateboarding, will unveil the never-been-done build out and completely unconventional riding experiences that brought elite skateboarders and snowboarders together to ride alongside each other for the first time ever at Sierra-at-Tahoe near South Lake Tahoe. The film is 22 minutes long and will showcase not only this new snowsport, but Lake Tahoe slopes.
Tahoe WordWave, a Festival of Story returns to the South Shore
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/09/2016 - 7:11pmEvent Date:
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.
Ackerson Meadow added to Yosemite, largest addition to park since 1949
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/08/2016 - 8:59amYosemite National Park is celebrating the gift of 400-acre Ackerson Meadow, the largest expansion of the park's boundaries since 1949. The meadow, a critical wetlands and meadow habitat on the park's western boundary, was purchased by the Trust for Public Land for $2.3 million and then donated to the park.
Ground breaking at new Robert Maloff Center of Excellence at Barton
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/23/2016 - 10:22pmAs do all good ideas that want to become lasting projects, many years and lots of planning have gone into creating what will become the Robert Maloff Center of Excellence at Barton Health.
It's been 55 years since the Barton family donated the land where the first hospital in South Lake Tahoe was built, and it was in that same footprint of land that the ground was broken for the new center 26,000 square foot center on Tuesday.
Chautauqua of Stephen T. Mather by Steve Hale
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 08/05/2016 - 3:33pm
Event Date:
August 10, 2016 - 6:30pm Steve Hale will portray Stephen T. Mather, first director of the National Park Service, at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park on Wednesday, August 10, at 6:30 pm.
Stephen Tying Mather distinguished himself as a consummate salesman, including the iconic 20 Mule Team Borax brand, which helped him amass a fortune by the early 20th century. After visiting the new western national parks and meeting John Muir, Mather went on to mold the vision of the new National Park Service and was honored by being appointed its first director in 1916.
Location
Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park
1450 Highway 88, Minden, NV 89423
United States
38° 56' 28.2588" N, 119° 46' 46.4556" W
See map: Google Maps
Search continues for woman missing from Alpine County campground
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/04/2016 - 7:34amOn July 28, 71-year-old Rosalynn Saxsenmeier wandered away from her camping spot in the Silver Valley Campground at Lake Alpine at 2:00 p.m. and hasn't been seen since.
Many agencies are assisting in the search and combing a 100-mile area for the El Granada (Half Moon Bay area), Calif., woman. A "Silver Alert" has been issued via the California Highway Patrol as well. Search and rescue teams from El Dorado, Tuolumne, Marin, Contra Costa, Placer and Calaveras counties have been joined by K-9 crews, CA Office of Emergency Services and the Bay Area Mountain Rescue Unit.
Community advocate named Tahoe Chamber Interim CEO
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/20/2016 - 4:38pmVeteran community advocate Steve Teshara has accepted the position of Interim Chief Executive Officer of the Lake Tahoe South Shore Chamber of Commerce. Chamber Board Chair Mike McLaughlin announced the Board’s appointment of Teshara in a statement released July 21.
“Our Board is extremely pleased Steve has agreed to step in to support the Chamber’s mission, membership, and community engagement while we seek a new CEO to move the organization into 2017 and beyond,” said McLaughlin. “Steve adds a unique blend of experiences and accomplishments to our dedicated Chamber staff.”
Live Violence Free's 17th Annual Sunset Gala
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 07/14/2016 - 2:06pm
Event Date:
October 23, 2016 - 5:00pm Each year, Live Violence Free brings together members and leaders of the community to strengthen their capacity to uphold their mission of promoting a violence free community through education and advocacy to address domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse, and basic needs. With the support of our donors and community members, they host their annual Sunset Gala to build resiliency and resources for clients and families. This year is the agency's 17th Annual Sunset Gala, held at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course on Sunday, October 23 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Location
Edgewood Golf Course
100 Lake Parkway Stateline, NV 89449
United States
38° 57' 59.8536" N, 119° 56' 56.1588" W
See map: Google Maps
124 local kids now part of TYFS Girl's Project
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/13/2016 - 10:56amWhat started as a small group with a vision of empowering high-risk young girls in the South Lake Tahoe community has expanded into a much sought after program serving 124 girls, and growing every year.
Tahoe Youth & Family Services started “The Girl’s Project” in 2010 to partner with girls and help them become more confident and influential women later in life. The Girl’s Project has now expanded to Tahoe Valley Elementary, Sierra House Elementary, Bijou Elementary and South Tahoe Middle School.
Slew of candidates needed for local positions this fall
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/06/2016 - 6:42pmThe City of South Lake Tahoe, Lake Tahoe Unified School District, Lake Tahoe Community College and South Tahoe Public Utility District have all released advertisements, press releases and emails to the public, looking for candidates for their open seats this election season.
There will be two open seats for City Council, three seats for LTUSD School Board of Trustees, two for LTCC Board of Trustees, and two for the STPUD Board of Directors. All will be voted on during the next election, November 8, 2016.
Blue Go out, TTD in, as operations change July 1
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/30/2016 - 8:58pmThe Tahoe Transportation District will assume daily operations of the bus transit system in South Lake Tahoe beginning July 1, and along with that change is a new name. Blue Go is out, and TTD is in.
42 buses make up the local system which have more than 800,000 trips annually on their routes which cover both sides of the state line including commuter bus service from the lake to Carson City and the Carson Valley.
Raley's to remove certain sodas from their shelves
Submitted by paula on Tue, 06/28/2016 - 3:26pmRaley’s grocery stores announced today that they will eliminate certain Raley's brand sodas from their shelves in order to keep in line with their vision of health and wellness. One year ago, they stopped the sale of tobacco products for the same reason.
The move will take away all flavors containing high-fructose corn syrup and artificial colors and flavors, including diet soda varieties.
Coachman Hotel holds grand opening this weekend
Submitted by paula on Fri, 06/24/2016 - 8:10pmNothing is normal about the new Coachman Hotel in South Lake Tahoe, and that suites management just fine.
Gone is the stuffy front desk. Gone are plastic outdoor furniture and generic beds. What takes their place are locally made wooden furniture, fire pits, a bar that doubles as the check-in counter, and books, games and s'mores to make guests feel like they're just hanging out in someone's home.
Kudos: Teens gain influence of community leaders at empowerment retreats
Submitted by paula on Fri, 06/17/2016 - 7:34pmThis spring Live Violence Free, in collaboration with a multitude of partners, has been fortunate enough to expand the annual Girls Empowerment Retreat and organize the first ever Boys Empowerment Event. With the generosity of funding from Soroptimist International of Tahoe Sierra and MacDuff’s Public House, Live Violence Free worked closely with South Tahoe Middle School to engage 7th and 8th grade girls and boys in discovering their true potential for greatness.
Candidates sought for South Tahoe Public Utility Board
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/16/2016 - 9:14pmIn November, two seats on South Tahoe Public Utility Board of Directors will be filled by voters, the ones currently held by Randy Vogelgesang and Kelly Sheehan.
It is unknown if either of them will seek reelection, but they have until August 12 to file.
To be eligible to run, candidates must reside withust in the boundaries of the District.
LTCC to host open house about 4-year degree program
Submitted by admin on Fri, 06/10/2016 - 1:32pmEvent Date:
June 16, 2016 - 5:00pm
Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) and Sierra Nevada College (SNC Tahoe) are co-hosting an Open House on Thursday, June 16 at 5:00 p.m. in LTCC’s Board/Aspen Room to explore offering an undergraduate bachelor’s degree in Global Business Management from LTCC’s South Lake Tahoe campus. The two colleges are seeking community and student input to gauge the level of interest in the program. As the partnership between LTCC and SNC moves forward, it will bring an accredited four-year bachelor’s degree option to LTCC’s South Shore campus for the first time.
Local couple win 2016 Sierra Vision Award for their Tahoe Mountain Lab
Submitted by admin on Thu, 06/09/2016 - 9:46pmThe Sierra Business Council announced the winners for their annual Sierra Vision Awards, and a South Lake Tahoe business and its owners were on the list.
They give out the awards to recognize and honor leadership in restoring and invigorating our local economies, communities, and environment.
Concert series at Heavenly Village expanding and bringing in bigger acts
Submitted by paula on Fri, 06/03/2016 - 8:46amOn any given day of the year, one can find live music in South Lake Tahoe, and this summer's lineup has just increased by 33 with the schedule for the free Heavenly Music series being released.
This is our fourth year, and we've expanded," said Dreu Murin of Dreu Murin Productions.. "We searched all top bands in the area, Bay Area, Las Vegas and Sacramento. This is going to be exciting!"
Heavenly Village has added staging and lighting in order to create a more effective stage for the acts. If the crowds at the opening weekend are any measure, the move was a successful one.
Letter to the Editor: Why vote for Bernie Sanders
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 05/11/2016 - 11:55amIn a representative democracy, the system the United States supposedly has, the policy making is controlled by the representatives elected by the people. The idea behind representative democracy is that people will elect representatives that will serve their best interest. However, in the United States the funding for election campaigns is provided by large corporations, banks, and a handful of wealthy individuals that results in the election of representatives who serve the best interests of the large corporations, banks, and wealthy individuals.
Summit held to build successful businesses and employees
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/10/2016 - 4:49pmOver 100 people attended the Make Tahoe Work For You Leadership Lake Tahoe Summit on May 6 at Harrah’s Lake Tahoe. The one-day Summit, featuring inspiring sessions for individuals and business owners, provided Lake Tahoe residents with tools to make Tahoe a viable place to succeed, both personally and professionally. The Summit was organized by the Tahoe Chamber’s Leadership Lake Tahoe 2016 class.
Revive Interior Design opens in Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/04/2016 - 9:23pmInterior designer, Jessie Marchesseau, recently opened Revive Interior Design – a full-service interior design and home staging firm that serves communities in the Lake Tahoe Basin. Marchesseau, originally from Montana, has lived in the Lake Tahoe region for more than 15 years and has worked in local interior design and real estate industries for more than a decade. In addition to being a Tahoe local, Marchesseau has sold and designed homes in both California and Nevada, and understands the complexities of mountain and lake living.
Word Wave announces playwright contest for their fall festival
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/25/2016 - 6:39pmEntries are open now for the second annual Lake Tahoe WordWave One-Act Play Competition. “WordWave, A Festival of Story at Lake Tahoe,” will return Oct. 21-23 to the Tallac Historic Site in South Lake Tahoe, Calif. Winners of the play competition receive a $500 cash prize and the chance to see their work directed and produced as a staged reading on the historic Boathouse Theatre stage.
Column: Working together for Tahoe at the landscape level
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/17/2016 - 1:02pmRestoring and conserving our environment at Lake Tahoe means setting our aspirations at the right scale. That’s what TRPA and many partners are working to do through strategic initiatives to ensure the health of our basin’s forests, streams, and lake, and to improve our communities and transportation infrastructure.
Opinion: Be informed on the US50 revitalizaton project plan
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/15/2016 - 9:41pmRarely do I use this space to comment upon political issues within our community. That said, with the “politicization” of the US Hwy 50 South Shore Community Revitalization Project I felt the need to share some background and perspectives for consideration.
Public shares their vision for the future look of South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/18/2016 - 12:19amDo you like natural materials, a modern use of metal and class or a combination of several styles in the look of buildings, signage and landscaping?
The City of South Lake Tahoe held their second public workshop on design standards for the community at City Hall on Wednesday evening, and have invited everyone to participate in an online survey.
Results from tonight's event, combined with those received online will be compiled and brought back to the public in a final meeting around March 9, though the date hasn't been officially set as of yet.
Public participates in the future look of South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/22/2016 - 11:11amThirty community members joined the City's Planning Commissioners and staff Thursday afternoon to get a pulse on what is desired for the future look of South Lake Tahoe.
The audience was handed an electronic voting device to give their opinions on 46 photos of what they found the most desirable, and the least, concerning signage and building design, as well as landscaping,
Those at the first of two meetings gave a wide range of opinions, just as is evident in the town as a whole. What some people find as attractive, others find as too resort-like.
Douglas County hires new Human Resources Director
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/19/2016 - 6:07pmAfter a competitive recruitment process was conducted for the Director of Human Resources, Douglas County has selected current Interim Human Resources Director Wendy Lang for the permanent position of Director of Human Resources.
“I am very excited about this position and I look forward to serving employees throughout the County in full capacity,” said Wendy Lang. “My background and experience aligns with the needs of the organization and I am excited to do great work with the entire Human Resource team.”
Public invited to share their ideas for the future look of South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/06/2016 - 6:04pmEvent Date:
January 21, 2016 - 3:00pm
What would you like to see future buildings to look like in South Lake Tahoe? Made of stone and wood? Ski lodge look or a more modern city look?
Now is the time to share with city officials what you'd like the visual character to look like in town, and how it can be improved.
A Design Guidelines Public Workshop will be hosted by the South Lake Tahoe Planning Commission on Thursday, January 21 in the City Council Chambers at the airport from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Opinion: Progress continuing at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/23/2015 - 8:42pmPeople at Lake Tahoe are working together like never before to restore our environment, revitalize our economy, and improve our communities. We saw significant progress all around the lake this year. And our progress is sustainable with continued partnership and collaboration, so critical to tackle the many challenges and important decisions on our horizon.
Last minute gift idea offered by City of South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/22/2015 - 12:19pmIt's been 50 years since the City of South Lake Tahoe was formed, and a commemorative 123 page book was created to chronicle that first half-century.
The book is titled “A Small Town with a Big View” and is available for purchase at City Hall located at 1901 Airport Road. The cost of the book is $25.00 and they accept checks and cash, no credit cards.
The chapters of the book include; A City is Born, Laying the Foundation, Getting Creative, Welcome to South Lake Tahoe, Collaboration is Key, A Vision Realized, and Looking to the Future.