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Hot Topics and How We're Saving Lake Tahoe
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OFFICE CLOSURE NOTICE FRIDAY, JULY 3
TRPA offices will be closed Friday in observance of the Fourth of July Holiday. We look forward to serving you again on Monday, July 6.
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REGIONAL PLAN ALTERNATIVES SUMMARY REPORT RELEASED
The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency has released for public review a Regional Plan Update alternatives summary report. The document outlines the range of strategies to be analyzed as part of the Lake Tahoe Regional Plan Update. The Regional Plan Update will enter environmental analysis this summer.
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BE PREPARED FOR BOAT INSPECTION FEES AT LAKE TAHOE
A devastating species of invasive mussels is spreading across the western U.S. on boats and trailers. Some lakes have closed to power boats to address the serious threat. Inspections at Lake Tahoe help protect boat recreation as well as Tahoe's fragile ecosystem.
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LAKE CLARITY HOLDS STEADY IN 2008
Water clarity measurements at Lake Tahoe for 2008 have been released. Researchers say Lake Tahoe's clarity loss is slowing. This is good news in the effort to save a national treasure and reinvigorates the effort to complete residential water quality improvements known as BMPs.
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HELP WITH BUOY AND SHOREZONE PERMITTING
New ordinances regarding development in Lake Tahoe’s shorezone have been adopted. Please be aware that the new rules affect all lakefront (littoral) property or buoy owners.
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LIVING WITH FIRE
TRPA worked with local fire districts, the Nevada Fire Safe Council, and the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension on a guide to creating defensible space in Lake Tahoe's fragile environment. This is a large file (3.5 MB) and may require long download times.
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GOVERNING BOARD MEETING TIMES, LOCATIONS, AND AGENDAS
TRPA encourages you to attend the monthly meetings to stay up to date and provide input on what is important to Lake Tahoe. Many decisions affecting environmental quality are also made at public meetings of the Advisory Planning Commission and TRPA Hearings Officer. Use the Meetings and Notices link at left to be involved.
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The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency cooperatively leads the effort to preserve, restore and enhance the unique natural and human environment of the Lake Tahoe region now and in the future.
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Events & Major Projects
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Living Green Event July 2
Take a tour of garden and landscape demonstrations on the Sierra Nevada College campus in Incline Village to learn the ins and outs of erosion control and defensible space. Free environmental tours, bike tuneups and fun for the whole family!
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Edgewood Hotel Study to Begin
TRPA is requesting comments in preparation of an Environmental Impact Statement for the proposed Edgewood Hotel and Golf Course Realignment Project in Stateline, NV. This initial comment period ends July 6.
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BMP Training en Español
Mejore su Habilidad de Trabajo! Register now for BMP contractor classes August 4 and 5 in Spanish.
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Community Enhancement Program (CEP)
Special project proposals around the Tahoe Basin are being studied to see how private development can drive environmental gains.
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Community Corner-Post Your Concerns Here
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BMPs and Defensible Space-Investments in Tahoe's Health
It's no mystery that gravel trenches around structures are recommended for both erosion control and defensible space. There is a natural fit between fire safety and Best Management Practices for erosion control (BMPs). Together, they are the most important property investments you can make at Lake Tahoe.
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