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Collaborative Workshop Paves the Way for 2024 Truckee Transit Development Plan

The Nevada County Transportation Commission (NCTC) and the Town of Truckee (Truckee) teamed up to address the future of transportation in the Truckee TART transit system. Their collaborative effort involved hosting a workshop aimed at gathering community insights and feedback …

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Truckee’s Public Art Commission to Embark on Roundabout Project

TRUCKEE, Calif. – Truckee's Public Art Commission has set its sights on enhancing the visual appeal of the Church Street – Truckee Way Roundabout with a new public art installation. This decision stems from extensive public feedback and the roundabout's …

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Truckee Invites Community Input for River Revitalization Project

TRUCKEE, Calif. – The Truckee River is more than just a waterway; it's a cornerstone of the community, offering ecological richness and recreational value. Recognizing its significance, the Truckee Town Council launched the River Revitalization Steering Committee (R2SC) in May …

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Nevada County, Truckee, Friends of the Truckee Library Select Architect for New Truckee Library

TRUCKEE, Calif. – Nevada County, the Town of Truckee, and Friends of the Truckee Library took another step forward toward building a new 20-000-square-foot Truckee Library facility at Truckee Regional Park. The three partners selected Jordan Knighton Architects, Inc. for …

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Town of Truckee Launches Dark Skies Photo Contest

TRUCKEE, Calif. –  The Town of Truckee is launching the first "Don't Be Afraid of the Dark" photo contest as part of an initiative to encourage residents to limit light pollution and enjoy the natural beauty of the night sky. …

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Town of Truckee Proclaims April as Arts, Culture & Creativity Month; Cultural District Offers Mini Grants for Artist

TRUCKEE, Calif. – On March 26, the Town of Truckee proclaimed April as Arts, Culture & Creativity Month, aligning with the State proclamation and the County of Nevada. This proclamation sets the stage for a month-long celebration of the creative …

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Town of Truckee Asks Residents to Join the Conversation About River Revitalization Efforts

TRUCKEE, Calif. – The Truckee River is an integral part of the community, an ecological gem that also provides a prime spot for recreation and fun. That is why Truckee Town Council established the River Revitalization Steering Committee (R2SC) in …

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Town of Truckee Urging Residents to Embrace the Night, Launches Dark Skies Rebate Program

TRUCKEE, Calif. –  As International Dark Skies Week begins in April, the Town of Truckee seeks to spread awareness about the importance of reducing light pollution and maintaining dark skies in our region. The Town is launching a $50,000 dollar …

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Truckee Town Council Moves Forward With Findings From Biomass, Bioenergy Study

TRUCKEE, Calif. – The Truckee Town Council met on Tuesday, March 26, to discuss Wildephor Consulting's Biomass/Bioenergy study involving the use of an Air Curtain Burner (ACB) to manage woody biomass. 

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Wildephor Consulting Unveils Biomass/Bioenergy Study Findings to Truckee Fire Protection District

TRUCKEE, Calif. – During the Truckee Fire Protection District's meeting on Tuesday, March 19, Wildephor Consulting discussed their 18-month biomass/bioenergy feasibility study, to be presented in full at the upcoming Truckee Town Council meeting on Tuesday, March 26. The project …

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Truckee Town Council decides to move forward with purchase of six zero-emission battery electric vans

TRUCKEE, Calif. – The Truckee Town Council met on Tuesday, Feb. 27 to discuss an initiative involving the purchase of six zero-emission battery electric vans for the transit fleet and update on electrical vehicle charging infrastructure. 

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Truckee Pride needs volunteers for inaugural event

TRUCKEE, Calif. – The inaugural Truckee Pride will take place June 3-9, 2024. Truckee Pride is a grassroots organization working to make Truckee a diverse and welcoming place for people of all genders and sexual orientations. In celebration of and …

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Town of Truckee seeks two additional community members to join R2SC Steering Committee

TRUCKEE, Calif. – The Town of Truckee is looking for two local residents to join an important committee that is helping to shape the future of the downtown area. The River Revitalization Steering Committee (R2SC) was formed in 2023 to …

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Truckee Town Council approves long-term rental preservation program

TRUCKEE, Calif. – On Tuesday, Jan. 23, the Truckee Town Council addressed a new initiative focused on long-term rental preservation during the session.

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Residents worry about possible implications of West River Street Park Project

TRUCKEE, Calif. – With the upcoming town council meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 23, some West River Street residents have raised concerns. "I think the neighbors have very important fears which were glossed over and brushed aside," one West River Street …

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Truckee Donner PUD, Truckee Fire continue collaboration on Adopt-a-Hydrant outreach, education

TRUCKEE, Calif. – Truckee Donner Public Utility District and Truckee Fire Protection District are again joining forces to encourage community members to help keep our community safe by adopting a fire hydrant this winter.

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Truckee Chamber of Commerce announces 2024 Core Values Fund grant recipients

TRUCKEE, Calif. – The Truckee Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the 2024 Core Values Fund Grant Recipients. This community event fund, established in collaboration with the Town of Truckee and administered by the Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation, is …

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Truckee Cultural District, NV County Arts Council launches ‘Show Up for the Arts!’ campaign for holiday shopping

TRUCKEE, Calif. – The Nevada County Arts Council, Grass Valley–Nevada City Cultural District and Truckee Cultural District invite locals and visitors to Show Up for the Arts! this holiday season. With National Shop Local Artists Week still in sight, the …

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Truckee offers new, updated ADU incentive programs

TRUCKEE, Calif. – On November 28, Truckee Town Council approved four new and updated accessory dwelling unit (ADU) incentive programs to supplement the existing ADU Program. The goal of Truckee's ADU Program is to encourage the permitting of existing unpermitted …

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Council authorizes $310,000 for Truckee Weatherization Program

TRUCKEE, Calif. – The Town Council hopes to close the gap of weatherized buildings with the allocation of funds, which was approved during the Tuesday, Nov. 28 meeting, for the Truckee Weatherization Program

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