Originally Published in the Sierra Sun on 04/09/2024, Submitted

INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. – The California Jobs First Initiative, with the Tahoe Prosperity Center as the sub-regional lead, is spearheading efforts in the Tahoe/Nevada Subregion to identify visionary projects that will drive economic growth across various sectors. 

Drawing insights from the Envision Tahoe Prosperity Playbook, a comprehensive source of community-driven development strategies, this initiative marks a significant departure from previous approaches, aiming to direct state funding in a manner that reflects the diverse needs and aspirations of our communities.

They welcome projects offering innovative solutions in sectors such as Environmental Innovation, Health and Wellness, Outdoor/Sustainable Recreation, Working Lands, Precision Manufacturing, and beyond.

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Originally published in the Sierra Sun on 04/08/2024, Written by Brenna O’Boyle

INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. – When Joe Atack was 11 and growing up in a small village in Northern England, he had a drama teacher who had an incredible impact on him.

“The thing that got me started was a really amazing theater teacher,” said Atack, Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival’s new executive director. “Lynda Ross was a catalyst for me to train as an actor. She was a fantastic teacher and a fantastic person. Lynda was really formative in my process to becoming an actor.”

Ross was Atack’s drama teacher and mentor throughout high school.

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Originally published in the Tahoe Daily Tribune on 4/05/2024, Written by Tribune Staff

INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. – On Wednesday April 3, the Nevada Department of Taxation, Committee on Local Government Finance, accepted Incline Village General Improvement District’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.

On March 29, IVGID submitted the audited financial statements to the Nevada Department of Taxation. It complies with the Nevada Department of Taxation extension deadline.

At Wednesday’s meeting, the CLGF asked IVGID General Manager Bobby Magee to provide a report at its August meeting. At that time, it wants an update on the Forensic Due Diligence Audit results.

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Originally Published in the Tahoe Daily Tribune on 03/27/2024, Written by Brenna O’Boyle

INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. – Are you tired of struggling to stay awake during those dry, jargon-filled civic meetings? Well, get ready to have your perception of government flipped on its head because Kevin Lyons is bringing his side-splitting “pizza and beer” approach to Incline Village tonight.

Brace yourself for an evening of myth-busting laughter that will forever change how you view the inner workings of our leadership.

After toiling away for 30 years, studying the nerdy nuances of governance under the tutelage of Nobel Prize winners and top-brass practitioners, Lyons has emerged with a simple mission: to make learning about government as enjoyable as cracking open a cold one with your buddies.

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Originally Published in the Sierra Sun on 03/28/2024, Written by Zoe Meyer

Five years ago, the decision to merge four local core service organizations – Project MANA, North Tahoe Family Resource Center, Family Resource Center of Truckee, and Tahoe Safe Alliance – was unprecedented and initially met with skepticism. This strategic merger aimed to streamline and enhance service delivery by addressing overlapping services in the community, ultimately resulting in the Sierra Community House (SCH). 

It proved to be a successful endeavor, eliminating confusion, inefficiencies, and retraumatization that individuals faced while navigating multiple services before the merger. By consolidating resources under one roof, SCH made essential services easily accessible in a single location. 

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Submitted by Tia Rancourt of North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District (NLTFPD)

Thanks to a $1.7 million grant from FEMA’s Assistance to Firefighters Grant program, Carson City, Tahoe Douglas, East Fork, Smith Valley, and North Lake Tahoe Fire Districts all have new, state-of-the-art Scott X3 PRO self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).

These SCBAs, essential for protecting firefighters in hazardous environments, were nearing the end of their lifespan. The new Scott X3 PRO models offer the latest safety features, ensuring better protection for our firefighters who risk their lives for our communities.

This grant, administered by the North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District (NLTFPD), fostered regional cooperation, with all five fire departments now using the same equipment, enabling seamless collaboration, communication, and interoperability during joint operations across county lines.

The North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District extends its thanks to FEMA and the participating fire departments for their collaboration over the last 17 months in securing and implementing this grant.

“Big thanks go to FEMA and all the participating fire districts for making this vital upgrade possible. Regional cooperation is key, and this project is a shining example of that principle in action,” said NLTFPD Fire Chief Ryan Sommers.

Originally published in the Tahoe Daily Tribune on 03/26/2024, Written by Brenna O’Boyle

In honor of March being Women’s History month, Tahoe Daily Tribune has chosen to spotlight Washoe County Sheriff’s Office, Incline Village Patrol Division, Capt. Amelia Galicia. Here’s what Galicia said about being a female leader, her role models and mentors, and what advice she gives women following in her footsteps.

In your career, what signified success?

As a law enforcement professional and division captain, success can be described in many ways. The accolade of being promoted and becoming a leader within a police agency is often one of the most recognizable measures of success.

Attaining a promotion within my field requires an exceptional understanding of the law and the application of the law, intense preparation, determination, hard work, and putting yourself through a grueling testing process. The testing process is often enough to dissuade potential candidates from attempting. Individuals who step outside their comfort zone and do well achieve success.

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Here is the slideshow presentation from Washoe County Manager Eric Brown from the IVCBA Annual Meeting last Wednesday at the Chateau.