Interested in keeping the roads in your neighborhood safe? This summer, you can pick up a free Take it Slow yard sign at one of five distribution sites around the lake. If you picked up a yard sign last summer and held onto it through the winter, please put it back up! Extra stands are also available at the pickup locations if needed.
Why Take it Slow? According to the June 2022 New Yorker article When Cars Kill, “the average pedestrian, if struck by a car moving at forty miles per hour, has about a fifty-per-cent chance of survival. If the car is going twenty miles per hour, the pedestrian has more than a ninety-per-cent chance.”
Incline Village resident Helen Neff proposed the campaign to Take Care Tahoe partners after being hit by a reckless driver in her hometown while legally crossing the street in a crosswalk on a clear day in 2021.
In The News – Town Hall opens NV insurance commissioner’s eyes on wildfire driven challenges
July 5, 2024 | Member Submitted
Originally Published in the Tahoe Daily Tribune, 07/05/2024, Written by Katelyn Welsh
INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. – There was standing room only at the Donald W. Reynolds Community Center, even after organizers added rows of chairs to accommodate the many community members who attended the Town Hall in Incline Village on Friday, June 28.
That’s where Nevada Division of Insurance Commissioner Scott Kipper addressed wildfire related homeowner and condominium insurance challenges in the state. It also provided an opportunity for him to hear community member insurance experiences, hardships and challenges.
You don’t have to look far to see the culprit behind these challenges. Ryan Sommers, Fire Chief for North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District, says you can probably turn to any news source and see the catastrophic wildfires on the west coast burning at a frequency of just about every summer. “That has obviously raised the hairs on insurance companies,” he says, “and the amount of monies that they would be out if they were to lose one of their client’s properties in these fires.”
In The News – Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe announces new Resort Manager
July 4, 2024 | Member Submitted
Originally Published in the Tahoe Daily Tribune, 07/01/2024, Submitted
INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. – Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino, a spacious resort nestled in the Sierra Nevada Mountains and on the shore of Lake Tahoe, announces the promotion of Andrew De Lapp to resort manager. In his new role, De Lapp will support all aspects of the resort’s operations, from front office and guest services to dining and spa.
“We are thrilled to announce the well-deserved promotion of Andrew De Lapp to resort manager,” said Pascal Dupuis, general manager of Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe. “Andrew has been an invaluable part of our team for the past five years and is well-prepared for this new and exciting chapter in his career. I look forward to seeing Andrew continue to grow in this role while doing what comes naturally to him – caring for our guests, colleagues, and community.”
Once ranked as the 6th Best Fireworks in the Country; Red, White and Tahoe Blue II is committed to reviving this beloved tradition with even more splendor and community spirit. Learn more About Red White & Tahoe Blue II
Details: Location: Near Incline Beach Time: 9:30pm Firework Debris & Problem Hotline: 1-916-955-9705
Why Your Donation Matters:
Fireworks are more than just a display; they’re a symbol of unity, celebration, and the enduring spirit of our community. Every donation, big or small, helps us bring the magic back to our night sky. Here is how you can Donate to RED, WHITE & TAHOE BLUE II.
Beach Access:
Incline Village beaches are RESTRICTED ACCESS. Beach gates will be staffed 6am to midnight. (Gates will not be open prior to that).
Staff will be checking every pass. PLEASE BE KIND TO STAFF!
Security will be actively staffing beaches. If you do not have current beach access, you’ll need to consider other options to view the magic.
If you are using The Ski Beach Boat ramp, your boat will need to be off the water by 11pm.
IVGID beaches are NO PETS, NO SMOKING, NO VAPING.
The Incline Village General Improvement District (IVGID) manages four restricted-access beaches within Incline Village, Nevada, for the use of IVGID Recreation Pass and Recreation Punch Card holders (with beach access), as well as their guests. Please review the access rules & restrictions for IVGID-managed beaches below.
The Hyatt FREE BBQ on July 4th at the Incline Beach will require an IVGID Picture Pass or Punch Card to attend.
Parking and Viewing:
Please respect our residential areas. If you can’t access the beach, another viewing area is the Village Green and the East Shore trail. Be mindful of parking in neighborhoods, respect ‘NO Parking’ signs, and pack it in and out!
Beach Gate Hours 6:00 am – 11:30 PM
6:00 AM – 8:00 AM – All Walk-ins for Ski Beach & Incline Beach MUST use the Walk-in Gate Located WEST of the Ski Beach Gate Booth. (No Pedestrian traffic at the Incline Beach booth until after 8:00 AM)
Ski Beach Boat Ramp Hours:
6/29 & 6/30 – 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
7/4 – 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM & Closed from 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM .
**Re-opens for pullouts from 10:00 PM – 11:00 PM (or until Pedestrian traffic is clear)
** if you plan to retrieve your boat on July 4th- your trailer MUST be parked in Aspen Grove Lots. NO EXCEPTIONS. Space is limited- You must secure your space on the morning of 7/4
In The News – Former Incline Girls’ Volleyball coach inducted into NIAA Hall of Fame
July 3, 2024 | Member Submitted
Originally Published in the Tahoe Daily Tribune, 06/27/2024, Written by Laney Griffo
INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. – Former Incline High School Girls’ Volleyball Coach Artis Brandt has been inducted into the Nevada Interscholastic Activities Association Hall of Fame during a ceremony on June 13 at Peppermill Resort and Casino in Reno.
Brandt began her coaching career as the head of Incline’s girls volleyball program in 1975-76, the same year the NIAA first sanctioned the sport and just three years after Title IX passed. Although Title IX required female athletes to have the same access to sports as male athletes, it didn’t mean things became immediately equal, so Brandt spent the first year as a coach, fighting for her girls.
“When Title IX came around, it meant equal time in the gym, but the basketball coaches weren’t really receptive to that,” Brandt said.
11th Annual Keep Tahoe Red, White & Blue Beach Cleanup – July 5, 2024
July 2, 2024 | Member Submitted
After Tahoe’s celebrated July 4th festivities, our beaches and surrounding areas can become covered with trash, endangering wildlife and the Lake’s clarity. Each year, on July 5th, Tahoe residents and visitors turn out for the largest cleanup of the year to remove litter from Lake Tahoe’s shores. You can help Keep Tahoe Blue by volunteering at beach cleanup sites around the Lake!
Barge Cleanup changed to July 5 @ 6am Ski Beach Boat Ramp.
This change has been approved by John James NLTFPD; Lantis; IVGID; and RWTB in the best interest and conditions of safety and proper cleanup. Please bring volunteers to help we need about 25.
For more information and to volunteer, please contact https://rwtb.fun.
IVGID is starting beach cleanup at 5 AM. Red white and Tahoe blue has 10 volunteers from the high school football team and Brian Martinez who will be there at 8 AM.
Residents with beach access may join the efforts by heading to the beach with gloves and a trash bag at sun up on July 5. Staff will be at all Incline beaches and do an amazing job tackling the trash.
Isn’t it interesting that in this year’s happiest place in the world, Finland, half the Finns are taking anti-depressants. But why? My guess is they are suffering from a deficiency of music and humor, just like the rest of us.
Some health experts like to tell us the sweet spot for long life is 7,000 steps a day, but my untrained eye tells me the sweet spot for long life is 7,000 laughs a year, along with 7,000 songs a year. Still, I try to maintain a spring in my 7,000 steps a day, though sometimes I do find myself plodding around the house like an antiquated Lake Tahoe gander.
Little acts of kindness can make our day, for as that great Albanian, Mother Teresa, used to say, “Don’t look for big things, do small things with great love.”
A fellow I didn’t know stopped by my place the other day with a music box shaped like a steamboat. He told me he thought it should have a good home because it plays “Moon River,” which has a line in it, “My Huckleberry friend.” I play that little sidewheeler every morning as I pour my coffee, and am grateful for that gentleman’s random act of kindness…
Kindness & Grace: We will do ourselves a great service by placing those two words at the forefront of all political and diplomatic deliberations of the day…
In this turbid world of ours, nobody can afford to be complacent anymore. Eventually, we have to stand up for altruism and charity. And too, we could be more grateful for little adjustments, like General Motors recalling 740,000 SUV’s because their LED headlights were too bright and causing a debilitating glare, and I thought it was just me…
Then there Was That Little Debate
A Brief Review for Those Lucky Enough to Have Missed It
“You’re the worst president!”
“No, you’re the worst president! Na-Na Na-Na Boo-Boo!”
To me it was an overarching discomfiture, though in the airing of dirty laundry on television, it was also a small victory for democracy…
The president’s voice was missing in action, thus dramatically weakening his arguments,
while the former president drilled down with the delivery of a Winnemucca auctioneer hawking seven straws of bull semen.
The losers? Well, Donald lost on paper, while Joe lost bigtime on television…
It was painful to watch, and I have yet to hear anybody bragging about having watched it twice. My take? Both candidates should do the country the favor of stepping aside. I guess that makes me a double lover, someone who would love anybody else…
As to presidential immunity, I maintain that a president who knows right from wrong will never have to appeal for immunity…
So what will November bring us? I don’t know, and neither does my Aunt Tilda, but one thing is sure, we will get the government that we deserve…
Celebrate Our Patriotic Holiday with Toccata-Tahoe Symphony Orchestra & Chorus
June 26, 2024 | Member Submitted
TOCCATA-Tahoe Symphony Orchestra helps you celebrate the Fourth of July with family and friends close to home! Our 19th annual Red White and TahoeBlue Salute to America concert, conducted by Maestro James Rawie, is a delightful summer event that we perform in two venues at the Lake, Reno, and Truckee. Revel in full orchestra and chorus performances of patriotic favorites, be swept off your feet by great opera arias, join in a sing-along, and, if you’re the highest bidder, conduct the orchestra in The Stars and Stripes Forever!
Get the most bang for your buck with this concert that truly has something for everyone, and brings the music practically to your door. Show your true patriotic colors with the Armed Forces Medley (audience members from all branches of the services are honored), orchestra-chorus versions of the Battle Hymn of the Republic and God Bless America, an audience sing-along of America the Beautiful, and, of course, The Stars and Stripes Forever (will you be the conductor?).
Take just a sip of classical music as you tap your toes to the Great Western Medley, and hear our guest violinist dazzle with Monti’s Czardas. The Father/Daughter team of Robert and Emily Bousquet will delight with The Prayer and Paul Fleming’s rendition of Mozart’s Trombone Concerto will make everyone smile.
Anyone who enjoys beautiful singing will love the duets and solos by our gifted operatic soloists Joy Strotz, Anne Davidson, Mari Stoner, Amanda Price, Robert Bousquet, Chris Nelson, Stuart Duke and Erik Linnell. Our delightful sampler includes the amazing Variations on Twinkle Twinkle Little Star sung by coloratura soprano Joy Strotz, and the comical Cat Duet for 2 sopranos by Gioachino Rossini. The tutti finale is a toast to wine and good living with Verdi’sBrindis from La Traviata. Raise your own glasses in joy and friendship !
Tickets are $30 for adults or $40 for preferred seating/$15 youth; youth under 23 are free in general seating: Premium “front and center” seats are $50 for adults, $25 for youth. Seniors enjoy a discount in all seating areas. Lawn seating is $10, and you must reserve your space online.
Prices for the Genoa Soiree Musicale Fundraiser on Saturday, June 30 at 4pm is $150/person, which is tax deductible. Call 775-833-2478 for more information.
WHERE and WHEN:
Sunday…. June 30….. 4pm….. SOUTHLAKE:……………….. Christian Fellowship Church • 3580 Blackwood Rd
Wed…….. July 3…….. 7pm….. INCLINE:……………………………….. St. Francis Church • 701 Mt. Rose Highway
Sunday…. July 7…….. 5pm …. TRUCKEE:………………………………. Tahoe Forest Church • 10315 Hirschdale Rd
These concerts are made possible in part by the Robert Glenn Rapp Foundation, and generous gifts from Heidimarie Rochlin, Marilyn Hewitt and Dennis & Dianne DeCuir.
For additional information, please call 775-298-6989;
TOCCATA 19th Annual SummerFest is proud to be part of the 29th Anniversary of Artown and the July 2024 Festival. The month-long summer arts festival features approximately 500 events produced by more than 100 cultural organizations and businesses in locations citywide. Artown receives major funding from the City of Reno, and is sponsored by U.S. Bank, NV Energy, IGT, Grand Sierra Resort, University of Nevada, Reno, Wild River Grille, Washoe County, Reno Tahoe USA, Fox 11 News 4 and My21TV, Reno Media Group, RGJ Media, KUNR Public Radio and KNPB Public Television. Additional support is received from the Nevada Arts Council and the National Endowment for the Arts.
In The News – Cortez Masto, Rosen announce $24 million for road safety, trail improvements along Lake Tahoe’s East Shore
June 25, 2024 | Member Submitted
Originally Published in the Tahoe Daily Tribune, 06/25/2024, Submitted
Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) and Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.) announced $24,026,333 million in funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to extend the popular Tahoe East Shore Trail. This grant award is part of the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) grant program and will fund vital road safety and trail improvements along State Route 28 on Tahoe’s eastern shore. Cortez Masto and Rosen passed the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to support this program and pushed to secure this critical funding.
“I’ve said throughout my time in the Senate that investing in transportation improvements around the Lake Tahoe Basin is just common sense – it supports our economy, keeps people safe, and protects our beautiful shoreline,” said Senator Cortez Masto. “I’m proud to secure this funding to expand the popular East Shore Trail which serves thousands of visitors and locals alike. I’ll always fight to address local challenges and deliver for Lake Tahoe’s communities.”
