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Call for Nominations for 2022-2023 Best in Basin Awards

LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. – The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency is calling for nominations for projects completed in 2022 or 2023 that display outstanding environmental design to be recognized in the 31st annual Best in Basin awards program. Nominations are due …

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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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6 Community Leaders Elected to North Tahoe Community Alliance Board Seats

TAHOE CITY, Calif. – The North Tahoe Community Alliance (NTCA) members elected six local leaders to its board of directors.

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South Tahoe Ongoing Efforts for and Against a Vacancy Tax; Signature Deadline Looms

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – A red, white, and blue clad Uncle Sam has jumped into efforts opposing the vacancy tax, waiving a rally sign, followed by a newly launched website from a recently formed coalition advocating against the tax …

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Rocker Memorial Skatepark Receives $100K Grant for Construction of New Skate Park in Truckee

TRUCKEE, Calif. – The Tahoe Mountain Resorts Foundation presented a generous $100,000 grant to the Truckee-Donner Recreation & Park District (TDRPD) during its March Board of Directors meeting. These funds, part of the Foundation's 2024 Grant Cycle, are specifically earmarked …

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El Dorado County Launches Online Tool to Help Public Better Access, Understand Development Projects

PLACERVILLE, Calif. — El Dorado County's Planning and Building staff launched the "Projects in Your Area" online tool that makes it easier to find the current status of and information about proposed, in progress, and approved projects in the County. …

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Forest Service Announces Decision for Burke Creek Restoration

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit in partnership with the Nevada Tahoe Conservation District, issued the final decision for proposed restoration of Burke Creek on Lake Tahoe's southeastern shore. The purpose of …

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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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Controversial Housing Law Could Get a Makeover

Some of California’s top lawmakers want to clear up, but also rein in, the “builder’s remedy.”

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Northstar Wood Energy Facility Gets $250,000 Boost From Tahoe Fund, Vail Resorts EpicPromise

TRUCKEE, Calif. – The Tahoe Fund and Vail Resorts today announced a contribution of $200,000 in support of the new Northstar Community Services District Wood Energy Facility. This grant is made possible by Vail Resorts' guest donation program, which supports …

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Pines to Mines Trail Unites Community, Expands Accessibility, Drives Economic Growth in Nevada County

TRUCKEE, Calif. – About a decade ago, former Nevada County Supervisor Richard Anderson spearheaded a project that united trail advocates from across the county to explore ways of creating an interconnected trail network. At that time, the Truckee Trails Foundation …

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Expanding Options for Accessory Dwelling Units in South Lake Tahoe

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – South Lake Tahoe City Council made multiple actions regarding Accessory Dwelling Units at their meeting on Tuesday, March 12.

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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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Destination Stewardship Plan Increases Pace

LAKE TAHOE, Nev. – The push to improve how people, communities, and the environment benefit from Lake Tahoe's booming tourism and outdoor recreation economy is kicking into high gear.

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Empowering Farms, Enriching Communities: Inside the Force of Tahoe Food Hub

TRUCKEE, Calif. – Tucked away in the Truckee/Tahoe area lies a transformative force in the local food scene: the Tahoe Food Hub. This initiative isn't just about providing fresh produce; it's a comprehensive endeavor that promotes regenerative farming practices, fosters …

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LISTEN: Tahoe TAP Podcast With Julie Regan, Executive Director of the TRPA

This week the Tahoe TAP podcast brings you Julie Regan, Executive Director of the Tahoe Planning Agency (TRPA) to chat about affordable housing solutions, struggles and strategies.

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‘Amazing’ Lake Tahoe Destination Stewardship Plan presented

KINGS BEACH, Calif. – The Placer County Board of Supervisors heard a presentation on the development of a Lake Tahoe Destination Stewardship Plan and formation of a Destination Stewardship Council at its meeting in Kings Beach on Tuesday.

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Supervisors act on block grant, short-term rentals, SNOW Sports Museum

KINGS BEACH, Calif. – The Placer County Board of Supervisors held its meeting at the North Tahoe Event Center on Tuesday, Feb. 27 and discussed the closeout of the Community Development Block Grant-Coronavirus, short-term vacation rentals ordinance, and the SNOW …

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