CALIFORNIA — U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) announced today that the 27th annual Lake Tahoe Summit will feature Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi as the keynote speaker. This year’s summit will be held on August 9, 2023 and will highlight Tahoe’s Environmental Improvement Program, a successful bipartisan, bi-state collaboration among local, state, federal, and private entities. It will also examine the challenges that lie ahead in the face of climate change and increasingly unpredictable weather whiplash, as well as the growing demands on regional infrastructure.    With 20 years as the House Democratic Leader and Speaker, Pelosi has been dedicated to driving the nation towards a greener and more sustainable future. Among her most recent and remarkable achievements is the landmark Inflation Reduction Act, the most sweeping climate action Congress has ever taken. This groundbreaking legislation allocated an astounding $369 billion to combat the climate crisis, making transformative environmental investments aimed at slashing carbon pollution, reducing energy costs through energy-efficient solutions, strengthening energy security, decarbonizing the economy, and prioritizing environmental justice.   As a member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, Padilla secured provisions in the Water Resources Development Act of 2022 to authorize U.S. Army Corps of Engineers civil works and ecosystem restoration activities in the Lake Tahoe Basin, including the planning, design, and construction of urban stormwater treatment facilities, watershed science, and environmental restoration. Most recently, Padilla was joined by his colleagues in introducing bipartisan, bicameral legislation to extend the Lake Tahoe Restoration Act through 2034.  WHEN: Wednesday, August 9, 2023 at 10:00 am – 12:00 pm PST WHO: California and Nevada Senators, Governors, and Congressmembers representing Lake Tahoe. 27th Annual Tahoe Keynote Address by Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi. PUBLIC REGISTRATION: General registration HERE. WHERE:Kings Beach State Recreation Area  The Lake Tahoe Summit is free and open to the public. Due to limited on-site parking, attendees are encouraged to use public transportation or the complimentary shuttle service to get to and from the summit. There will also be a bicycle valet service courtesy of the Lake Tahoe Bicycle Coalition.

NORTH LAKE TAHOE FIRE PROTECTION

Summer is in full swing, and at the North Lake Tahoe Fire District, we’re here to help you lower the risk of wildfires affecting your property. Take advantage of our three amazing programs to enhance your fire safety with ease!

1.Claim Your Free Chipping Services:

Click the link below to schedule your free chipping service: https://reserve.chipperday.com/northlaketahoe

Hurry! Chipping requests are addressed on a first-come, first-served basis. Although our crews are actively responding to wildfires, we promise to get to your chipping pile as soon as possible. Let’s work together to maintain these essential free services!

2. Secure Your Free Defensible Space Inspection:

Schedule your defensible space evaluation by clicking this link:https://www.defensiblespacereport.org/northlaketahoe

Safeguard your home from potential wildfires by getting a defensible space evaluation. As an added benefit, our fire district can issue free tree removal permits for fire hazard trees, if their removal aligns with complete defensible space treatments. Act now and protect what matters most!

3. Look out for Free Curbside Yard Debris Collection Dates and Details:

Don’t miss the chance for curbside yard debris collection! Visit https://www.yourtahoeplace.com/events/yard-waste-collection for all the information you need.

Let’s work together to create a safer community. Act today to secure these incredible free services and make your home a safer place this summer. Don’t wait – safeguard your property from wildfires now!

Tia Rancourt
Public Education/Information Officer

Originally published in the Sierra Sun 07/28/2023, Staff Reporting

INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. — Clean Up the Lake, renowned for their successful 72-mile cleanup project around the shores of Lake Tahoe, has announced the inauguration of its Environmental Dive Center at Lake Tahoe.

The Environmental Dive Center will be a hybrid between a conservation dive school and an environmental science center, and will be located in Incline Village. The initiative marks a significant leap in the fight against all litter and aquatic invasive species in and around Lake Tahoe.

“Clean Up The Lake is striving to create a more sustainable future not only through cleanup efforts, but also through advocacy & preventative action and most importantly, a transformative educational program based at the environmental dive center” said Clean Up the Lake founder & CEO Colin West. “The center will be the first of its kind.” 

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The Bear Magnets are back – an initiative created by Sustain Tahoe and the Lake Tahoe Bear League savebears.org that aims to continue to elevate bear awareness and foster coexistence in our communities. As a business already aware of the bear issues, your partnership is invaluable in achieving our common goal.

Why the Bear Magnet Program Matters:

Bear Magnets: These special stickers, supported by a magnetic backing, serve as powerful symbols of our shared dedication to bear conservation. By displaying them at your establishments, you inspire others to take notice and contribute to this worthy cause.

Educational Outreach: The Bear Magnet Program goes beyond fundraising. It also includes educational events and guided nature walks, where we can deepen our understanding of bears’ importance in our ecosystem and their conservation needs.

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What better way to drink in the last days of summer than going to a baseball game on family day ?!

Watch the Reno Aces battle El Paso and celebrate Labor Day on Sunday, September 3rd at 6 pm.

It’s also a FUNdraiser for Incline Elementary School as IES will get a percentage of each ticket sale purchased with the QR code below.   If we get 100 tickets sold (via that QR code), IES will receive a $500 dollar bonus.

It’s the only Sunday night game featuring postgame fireworks – and there’s no school on Monday!

It’s also Family Sunday, meaning $1 hot dogs and lots of family fun – including kids getting to run the bases between the game and fireworks.

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Sustain Tahoe is currently offering free educational summer activities. Sustain Tahoe is an incredible advocate for Lake Tahoe; they collaboratively work to develop, educate, and facilitate the adoption of ​Geotourism principles for ​​Destination Stewardship and Responsible Travel in the Tahoe Truckee Watershed. From Lake Tahoe to Pyramid Lake, Sustainable Tahoe introduces destination stewardship programs through activities, adventures, and recreation that embrace Lake Tahoe’s uniqueness

Mission: To develop, educate, and facilitate the adoption of ​​​Destination Stewardship (Geotourism) and Responsible Travel. 
Geographic Region Served: Lake Tahoe, California to Pyramid Lake, Nevada (Tahoe-Truckee  Watershed).

Inspired by Dr Charles Goldman (Lake Tahoe’s limnologist), Sustainable Tahoe was founded in 2009 to inspire, guide, encourage and support Tahoe’s tourism industry to develop, educate, and promote stewardship recreation by hosting and marketing a 21st Century menu of activities that connect travelers to the 8 Natural Worlds of Tahoe. When you connect to something you care more about it and that caring influences how you share.

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