Meetings/Events:

• 32 Internal Meetings
• 44 External Meetings
• 9 Board Meetings
• 3 MAC Meetings
• 17 Events

Casework: 75 Constituent Cases

In collaboration with surrounding cities and counties, Placer County is pleased to announce the launch of  TahoeAlerts, an emergency notification system locator. Using GPS technology, TahoeAlerts simplifies emergency notification registration for residents and visitors throughout the Tahoe region. Online visitors can simply log on to http://www.tahoealerts.com, and enter their address or location to locate the emergency notification system in their immediate area. This one-stop resource for the various emergency alert systems is available in different regions, encompassing Placer, El Dorado, Nevada, Douglas, Alpine, and Washoe counties, as well as Truckee, Carson City and South Lake Tahoe. LEARN MORE + SIGN UP

Four investment projects in eastern Placer County amounting to nearly 2.7 million were approved by the Placer County Board of Supervisors to advance regional goals including improved transportation and recreation. Revenue from Tahoe’s Transient Occupancy Tax is being used to fund the projects, which were solicited, vetted and recommended through the North Tahoe Community Alliance Board of Directors, the TOT committee and the Capital Projects Advisory committee and moved forward via the TOT-TBID Dollars at Work annual grant cycle. The board approved a total of $2,680,000 in TOT funds for the following projects over the next year:

• North Tahoe Recreation Access Plan Project 
• Martis Valley Trail Segment 3F 
• Phase 2 of the Tahoe Cross Country Lodge project 
• North Tahoe Mountain Biking Trails / FS 73 Bypass 

“It’s partnerships, like this one with the U.S. Forest Service and Northstar, that really ensure we’re getting the most out of our TOT contributions,” said District 5 Supervisor Cindy Gustafson. “These projects are an important addition to our community to ensure additional recreation opportunities and more importantly, alternative transportation options for residents and visitors alike.” LEARN MORE

Placer County’s North Tahoe Shared-Use Trail was one of two projects awarded a community sustainability and climate resilience grant earlier this month at the California Tahoe Conservancy Board meeting. The project received $1.2 million for the construction of the first of three remaining segments. Segment 1 will connect North Tahoe Regional Park to Carnelian Bay with 2.52 miles of paved Class 1 shared-use trail. This new trail segment will expand the north shore shared-use trail network and provides alternative transportation options for residents and visitors. “Our goal is to have more recreation opportunities and encourage people to get out of their personal vehicles,” said Placer County Project Manager Andy Deinken. “It’s one part of a larger effort to reduce traffic congestion throughout North Lake Tahoe and we’re excited to receive this funding and get this project moving forward.” LEARN MORE

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE)  Nevada-Yuba-Placer Unit has announced effective at 8 a.m., Wednesday, May 1, 2024, all hazard reduction burning will require a permit in Nevada, Yuba, Placer and Sierra Counties. Burn permits must now be obtained online at https://burnpermit.fire.ca.gov. Applicants can access the website to obtain a burn permit which involves watching a short educational video and submitting an application. The process provides the necessary information needed to conduct the burn safely, while minimizing the chance for fire escape. Permits must be in possession either by printed copy or digitally. Permits are valid beginning May 1 each year and require annual renewal. Permits are issued free of charge. LEARN MORE  

Placer County property owners in the Tahoe Basin can receive up to $2,200 to install a bear-resistant garbage can, also known as a bear box. Grants for installing a bear box on your property will be on a first come first serve basis until funds are depleted or until May 31, 2025, whichever is earlier.  Property owners will be responsible for any installation costs above the $2,200 grant amount. Funding is made possible through a partnership with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. LEARN MORE

Up to $150,000 is again available to eastern Placer workers looking to buy a home in the North Lake Tahoe region. The Placer County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a relaunch of the Workforce Housing Preservation Program following updates to the program’s guidelines and loan documents. WHPP helps local workers secure housing by providing 16% or up to $150,000 of the home’s listing price. In exchange, the home is deed restricted for 55 years so that only qualified local workers can occupy the residence. This financial assistance does not need to be paid back and the deed restriction restarts with each sale or transaction of the property. LEARN MORE

The Placer County Air Pollution Control District is accepting applications for projects that reduce localized air pollution. This year’s Clean Air Grant program boasts over $3 million in grant funds for projects that replace vehicles or equipment with the cleanest engines available or install infrastructure projects that support California’s transformation towards zero and near-zero emission technologies. The PCAPCD is accepting applications April 1 through May 31 at 5 p.m. With funding from the California Air Resources Board’s Carl Moyer and Community Air Protection Incentive Programs, and other state and local funds, Clean Air Grants reduce emissions of smog-forming pollutants in excess of those required by regulation. LEARN MORE

The NTPUD Rate Relief Program will provide a monthly credit of $30 off a combined water and wastewater bill and $15 off a wastewater only bill for income-qualified customers. The Program will be available for residential wastewater accounts, and single family residential and multifamily residential water accounts. The program will launch on July 1, 2024, and applications are available on the NTPUD’s website and in person at the District’s Office in Tahoe Vista, 875 National Avenue. To be eligible for the Program, NTPUD residents must maintain their primary residence within the District and also be actively enrolled in the Liberty Utilities CARES program at the same address as their NTPUD water and/or wastewater services. LEARN MORE

The Tahoe City Friends of the Library is dedicated to bolstering the Tahoe City Library's offerings, championing its services, and engaging the community with exciting new initiatives and events. We invite you to join us in our mission to enrich our library experience this summer through a series of enjoyable upcoming events. Mark your calendars for:

• Summer Reading Party| Friday, June 7 | 2-4pm
• Used Book Sale | Saturday, June 8 | 10am-4pm

The Placer County Fish and Game Commission is currently recruiting a commissioner to represent District 5 - Lake Tahoe region.  The Placer County Fish and Game Commission is an advisory body consisting of 7 members distributed by supervisorial district (one from District 1-4 and three from District 5).  The Fish and Game Commission’s primary role is to advise the Placer County Board of Supervisors on all fish and game issues affecting Placer County.  Meetings will on the fourth Wednesday of each month in Auburn. LEARN MORE + APPLY TODAY

MACs provide a local forum where residents can attend meetings in their own community and talk about issues that are important to them.  These meetings are a great venue where land use, transportation and general county information is shared, discussed and where the MAC members may make recommendations on those topics and more.
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