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In The News – Lake Tahoe welcomes new Tahoe Fire & Fuels Team Program Manager

April 24, 2025 | Member Submitted

Originally Published in the Sierra Sun, 4/24/2025, Submitted

The Tahoe Fire & Fuels Team has welcomed Annabelle Monti as its new Program Manager who will play a key role in elevating regional efforts to prepare the Lake Tahoe Basin for wildfire. Monti brings extensive experience in fuels and vegetation management, strategic planning, and community engagement, which makes her exceptionally well-suited for the role, according to the Tahoe Fire & Fuels Team.

“We are thrilled to have Annabelle join our team,” said Tahoe Douglas Fire Chief, Scott Lindgren. “Her experience and leadership will help drive the collaborative efforts of the Tahoe Fire & Fuels Team forward, ensuring that Lake Tahoe remains proactive in mitigating wildfire risks and improving forest health.”

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Join us for the dedication of a Rotary Peace Pole in Incline Village!

April 23, 2025 | Member Submitted

A Peace Pole is a monument declaring the message “May Peace Prevail on Earth” in the language of the country in which it is planted and usually several other languages.

The Peace Pole Project was started in Japan by Masahisa Goi (1916 – 1980), who dedicated his life to spreading the message, “May Peace Prevail on Earth”. Mr. Goi was greatly affected by the destruction caused by World War II and the bombs which fell on the cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki.

Since 1986, Peace Poles are now the most recognized international peace symbol and monument the world over with more than 200,000 Peace Poles standing in almost every country throughout the world. 

Rotary International has adopted Peace and Conflict Resolution as one of its seven areas of focus. Rotarians all over the world are encouraged to promote peace through service projects and community outreach. 

Sponsored by: Rotary Club of Incline Village – Noon Club

When: May 21st at 2:30 pm – 3:15 pm

Where: 898 Tahoe Blvd, Incline Village, NV 89451. Rotary Garden at Chevron Corner. Recommend parking in Raley’s lot and walking half block.

Who: Incline Village Rotarians from Noon Club and Rotary Club of Tahoe-Incline – Morning Club, the Washoe Tribe. Incline High School’s Mi Cultura and Interact Clubs.

Event contact: Lu Sweeney, lurn@me.com

For more information about The Rotary Peace Pole project see https://rotarypeacepoles.world

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Housing Needs Assessment Survey

April 23, 2025 | Member Submitted

The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency is partnering with the Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation (TTCF) and other regional partners to complete an updated assessment of the region’s housing needs. Partners request survey responses from those who live and work in the region, including local residents, seasonal workers, in-commuters, and individuals experiencing homelessness. 

The survey takes approximately 5-10 minutes.

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In The News – Tickets now on sale for 2025 Incline Star Follies

April 22, 2025 | Member Submitted

Originally Published in the Tahoe Daily Tribune, 04/22/2025, Staff Report

The stage is set, the lights are warming up, and the excitement is building as the Incline Star Follies prepares to dazzle audiences once again! Mark your calendars for May 2 and 3, 2025, and grab your tickets now for this heartwarming community cabaret at the Duffield Theater at Incline High School.

Celebrating its 22nd year, the Incline Star Follies is more than just a show — it’s a vibrant showcase of local talent, featuring students, teachers, and community members in an unforgettable blend of music, dance, and comedy. Whether you’re a longtime fan or a first-time attendee, this beloved tradition offers a night (or afternoon!) of laughter, entertainment, and genuine hometown spirit.

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Earth Day and the Courage to Lead

April 22, 2025 | Member Submitted

Written by Julie Reagan – TRPA

Lake Tahoe is leading the charge into Spring for all of us. Budding trees, songbirds, and warm days are bursting forth just in time for the 55th celebration of Earth Day next Tuesday. Started in 1970, the annual event is a touchstone for conservation, sustainability, and harmony between the natural and human environments. These are the principles on which the states of Nevada and California founded the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA), also marking 55 years this year.

It was a courageous move. In the 1950s and ‘60s, Tahoe was undergoing an enormous building boom. Plans for freeways and a city the size of San Francisco encircling the lake were on the table. Fortunately, it was also a time when environmental science was beginning to drive public policy.

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In The News – IVGID floats Diamond Peak boat storage plan

April 21, 2025 | Member Submitted

Originally Published in the Tahoe Daily Tribune, 04/21/2025, Written by Leah Carter

The Incline Village General Improvement District met to review audit progress, discuss water quality and iron out details regarding possible boat parking at Diamond Peak Ski Resort over the summer.

Ahead of discussing agenda items, Trustee Mick Homan touched on the subcommitee meeting held on April 4 by the Commitee on Local Government Finance. Homan gave an update on audit progress, saying staff made “great progress” over the last month, bringing around 110 open items down to just two significant audit testing items left outstanding. 

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Join the Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe for Restaurant Week at Two Locations

April 21, 2025 | Member Submitted

This week, between April 21 and April 27, local residents can enjoy delicious and unique dining experiences as part of Incline Village Crystal Bay Restaurant Week. 

Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe will be providing two special dining experiences for the Restaurant Week. 

The resort’s Osteria Sierra will offer a special tasting menu showcasing Northern Italian cuisine. It will include a smoked veal loin antipasti, a primi course of truffle and stracciatella raviolo, and a secondi course of saffron seafood tomato broth with grilled octopus tentacle, steamed mussel, and seared shrimp and branzino. The meal will conclude with a white chocolate panna cotta dessert topped with a cherry compote and meringue.

Additionally, the resort’s Cutthroat’s Saloon is serving a Lone Eagle legacy lunch featuring popular dishes including a French onion soup, ahi tuna poke, Sierra Nevada Cubano sandwich, and a Durham Ranch American bison burger.

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TRPA Releases Connections 2050

April 17, 2025 | Member Submitted

Plan Update Renews the Regional Vision for a Connected Transportation System

The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) has released Connections 2050, the draft update to the Regional Transportation Plan/Sustainable Communities Strategy. The plan outlines a vision for a comprehensive transportation system that will preserve Tahoe’s environment, reduce congestion, and improve safety over the next 25 years, the agency said today. 

With renowned outdoor recreation opportunities, abundant public lands, and growing populations in neighboring regions, Lake Tahoe’s transportation system will continue to see metropolitan-level travel demands on peak days, according to plan documents. Connections 2050 provides a blueprint for creating a more efficient and interconnected transportation system that will enhance access to public transit, trails, transportation technology, and connections to town centers. 

“Lake Tahoe faces unique challenges in updating the transportation network to protect the environment and safely connect people and communities without solely relying on private car travel,” TRPA Executive Director Julie Regan said. “The region has come together with a shared vision to accelerate transportation improvements and propel the Lake Tahoe Region toward a safer, more sustainable future.”

Connections 2050 includes improvements that will address significant barriers faced by Tahoe’s diverse travelers and improve safety and access for all roadway users, according to TRPA. Regional partners recognize the critical need to address funding shortfalls to complete projects in the plan and are meeting new funding milestones for transit and operations and maintenance to make the 2050 vision a reality.

In addition to collaboration with local governments and transportation partners, TRPA engaged with more than 10,000 people over the last four years to develop the plan update. 

Connections 2050: Regional Transportation Plan and Sustainable Communities Strategy can be viewed at trpa.gov/rtp2050 and public comments will be accepted through May 23. The agency has also scheduled public meetings listed below.

Wednesday, April 23 at 9:30 a.m.

TRPA Governing Board Meeting, Transportation Committee
955 Fairway Boulevard, Incline Village, Nevada
Online participation available

Wednesday, May 7 at 3 p.m.

Tahoe Transportation Commission
128 Market Street, Stateline, Nevada
Online participation available

Wednesday, May 14th at 9:30 a.m.

TRPA Advisory Planning Commission
128 Market Street, Stateline, Nevada 
Online participation available

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Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Hosts Easter “Egg-stravaganza” Carnival & Easter Dinner

April 16, 2025 | Member Submitted

Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino, a spacious year-round resort nestled in the stunning natural beauty of North Lake Tahoe’s Sierra Nevada Mountains, announces its 2025 Easter “Egg-stravaganza” Carnival and signature Easter Dinner at Osteria Sierra. These festive holiday events will feature a schedule of activities to help guests get in the spring spirit.

“We are excited to host the 2025 ‘Egg-stravaganza’ Carnival in celebration of Easter weekend,” said Julie Orblych, director of spa & wellness at Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino. “The event will offer a fun-filled day of activities the entire family will love, with everything from themed carnival games to a special visit from the Easter Bunny.”

The Easter “Egg-stravaganza” Carnival will take place on Saturday, April 19, between 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. in the Regency Ballroom and is available to guests of the resort only. Festivities will include a bouncy house, traditional carnival games, and Easter-inspired crafts. The Easter Bunny will be available for pictures from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. at a designated photo booth, offering families a memorable photo opportunity. In addition to these activities, attendees can enjoy a special DJ set from the popular DJ Joolz, known for her energetic performances. Food and drinks will also be available for purchase throughout the afternoon. 

Reno Rabbit Rescue will be on hand, bringing in rabbits for a unique petting zoo experience. Guests will have the chance to meet and pet these adorable animals while learning about rabbit care and awareness, as part of Reno Rabbit Rescue’s ongoing mission to promote comprehensive rabbit welfare. Since 2019, Reno Rabbit Rescue has been dedicated to saving bunny lives across Northern Nevada, with a focus on educating the public about the care and well-being of rabbits.

To cap off the holiday weekend, Osteria Sierra will host an Easter dinner on Sunday, April 20 between 5:00 p.m. and 8:45 p.m. In addition to its full à la carte menu, the restaurant will offer exclusive Easter-inspired specials, including foie gras con fragole balsamiche, a rich dish featuring pan-seared foie gras with white polenta cake and macerated balsamic strawberries, as well as Spaghetti Puttanesca with roasted tiger shrimp and anchovy pearls. Guests can indulge in the pistachio encrusted Colorado lamb rack or finish the evening with torta di ricotta di pasqua, a citrus ricotta cheesecake with elderberry flower sorbet. A curated selection of Cakebread Cellars Wine will also be available to complement the meal.

Reservations for the Easter Dinner at Osteria Sierra are required and can be made by visiting: https://www.exploretock.com/osteria-sierra or by calling (775) 886-6673.

For more information or to book a getaway to Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe, please visit HyattRegencyLakeTahoe.com, or call (775) 832-1234.

About Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino

Situated among the towering peaks of the Sierra Nevada mountains, the award-winning Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino offers a premier destination based in the nature-infused setting of North Lake Tahoe. The resort is home to an on-site Adventure program offering daily guided activities to help guests explore the Tahoe outdoors with everything from group hikes and archery classes to meditation sessions. Guests can enjoy premium amenities such as a year-round heated lagoon-style pool, two hot tubs, and a 25,000 square-foot Grand Lodge Casino. The resort also boasts the 20,000 square-foot Stillwater Spa featuring a variety of relaxing massages, facials and body treatments as well as state-of-the-art touchless therapies including the Cryobuilt Cryochamber, “Pearl” a revolutionary float orb, and the “Harmony” bioacoustic mat. The property showcases premier dining opportunities at the brand-new Osteria Sierra offering elevated Italian cuisine, pub-style fare at Cutthroat’s Saloon, and grab-and-go selections at Tahoe Provisions. Additional culinary delights include afternoon tea service on the weekends and a selection world-class pastries created by the resort’s renowned team of pastry chefs. Recognized for excellence, the resort has garnered numerous awards including Travel + Leisure’s 500 Best Hotels in the World, Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best, Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards, Smart Meetings Smart Stars Awards, and U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hotel Awards.

Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino is located on the Nevada side of Lake Tahoe, at 111 Country Club Drive, Incline Village, NV, 89451. For more information, visit HyattRegencyLakeTahoe.com or follow the resort on Facebook or Instagram.

About Hyatt Regency hotels 

The Hyatt Regency brand is a global collection of hotels and resorts found in more than 200 locations in over 40 countries around the world. The depth and breadth of this diverse portfolio, from expansive resorts to urban city centers, is a testament to the brand’s evolutionary spirit. For more than 50 years, the Hyatt Regency brand has championed fresh perspectives and enriching experiences, while its forward-thinking philosophy provides guests with inviting spaces that bring people together and foster a spirit of community. As a hospitality original, Hyatt Regency hotels and resorts are founded on openness—our colleagues consistently serve with open minds and open hearts to deliver unforgettable celebrations, effortless relaxation and notable culinary experiences alongside expert meetings and technology-enabled collaboration. The brand prides itself on an everlasting reputation for insightful care—one that welcomes all people across all countries and cultures, generation after generation.
For more information, please visit hyatt.com

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Spring into Action! Sign Up for Defensible Space Inspection and Chipping Services

April 15, 2025 | Member Submitted

Submitted by Tia Rancourt, North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District

Incline Village, NV — With warmer weather on the horizon, it’s time to spring into action and prepare for wildfire season. The North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District will soon begin offering Defensible Space Inspections and Curbside Chipping Services for residents of Incline Village and Crystal Bay.

Online registration starts on May 5, 2025, and services will begin the week of May 12, 2025.

Visit www.nltfpd.org/curbside-chipping for full details and to submit your request.

Here’s what to expect:

  • Defensible Space Evaluations: After submitting your request, our team will contact you within two weeks to schedule your evaluation.
  • Chipping Services: Requests are completed on a rolling basis as staffing allows. Please be aware that crews may be delayed if responding to wildfire incidents.

To help us continue offering these services at no cost, we ask that you fill out the online request form thoroughly and accurately.

Creating defensible space is one of the most important actions you can take to protect your home from wildfire. As part of this effort, NLTFPD can issue free tree removal permits for fire hazard trees—however, tree removal must be part of a complete defensible space treatment.

For Waste Management curbside yard debris collection information, including dates and guidelines, please click here.

Finally, don’t forget to sign up for emergency alert notifications to stay informed during the wildfire season. Washoe County utilizes the Rave Alert system—you can register here: Sign Up – Smart911, or by downloading the Smart911 app.

Let’s work together to keep our community safe and fire ready.

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