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The Local Lens – Local Organizations Honoring Our Veterans

November 6, 2024 | Linda Offerdahl

Are we all glad the election is over, and our emails and phones won’t get blown up with political messages?!  A big THANK YOU to all of the candidates who were brave enough to run.   Hopefully, we can all turn our attention to Veterans Day by next Monday, when we honor those who take civic duty to a whole other level by serving our country in the armed forces. 

Incline Village is fortunate to have four groups devoted to Veterans. 

INCLINE VILLAGE VETERANS CLUB

This group is dedicated to helping Veterans in the area, but it is also integral to Incline and the myriad community events, like the Local Heroes Celebration on the 4th of July. They meet every third Thursday at the Chateau and welcome everyone to come and join, even if you are not a veteran. 

MOAA (Military Officers of America Association)

The Lake Tahoe chapter works closely with the Vets Club. They have a speaker series here in Incline. The next one is November 20 at  Parasol. The speaker is Mr. Rick Hatton, Founder of the 10 Tanker Air Carrier.  Contact John Hoffman at jhoffman@cognitive.exchange to reserve your seat.

ONWARD OPS FOUNDATION

The Onward Ops Foundation (HQ is in Incline Village) received a $1.75 Million Grant from USAA’s “Face the Fight” in 3Q 2024 to help members of all branches of military service transition into new civilian lives with zero suicides. The Onward Ops Foundation is focused on kicking off the first National Guard Pilot with the state of Nevada and the new TAG Brigadier General Dan Waters. Contact John Hoffman for more information.

PTSD NOW!

Craig and Julie Rauchle and PTSD Now were singled out for an honor and a proclamation for service to the Nevada National Guard by the incoming and retiring commanding generals at a change of command ceremony in Reno. PTSD is a huge problem for Vets, and their work in saving Vets from suicide has been incredibly meaningful. 

WREATHS ACROSS AMERICA

This event honors those who have served and are now deceased across the country. This year’s event is held on Saturday, December 14. Local Rotary clubs also participate in it.

Take a moment to honor our veterans this Veteran’s Day – 11/11/24 (Monday)

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In The News – IVGID trustee unofficial results: Mick Homan, Michelle Jezycki, Michaela Tonking

November 6, 2024 | Member Submitted

Originally Published by the Tahoe Daily Tribune, 11/06/2024, Written by Brenna O’Boyle

INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. – The trio with joint marketing efforts unofficially took all three Incline Village General Improvement District (IVGID) trustee seats in the Tuesday, Nov. 5, election. 

There were three open seats on the five-member board. 

Mick Homan, a retired Procter & Gamble executive with more than 35 years of financial leadership experience, received 3,165 votes or 25.17%, according to unofficial results listed on Secretary of State Francisco Aguilar’s website Wednesday, Nov. 6. The site automatically refreshes and was last updated at 12:39:53 a.m

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Día de los Muertos: Reflection by Celeste H. (7th Grade)

November 5, 2024 | Member Submitted

Submitted by Lake Tahoe School, 11/05/2024

Over the past few months, I have learned so much about Día de los Muertos and for that, I am very grateful. I learned that different cities, states, towns, and countries all celebrate the Day of the Dead a little (or a lot) differently, I have learned that people see it as as celebration of the people who have passed, and their journey from the afterlife, and most importantly, I have learned the deep involvement of this holiday in Latin American culture.

I didn’t only learn about Day of the Dead though, I learned about my family, specifically my great grandmother whom I loved very much. I learned about her passions, what she loved and cherished, and what she devoted her life to, and that information is incredibly valuable in holding onto the memory of her. After this project, I see Día de los Muertos as a wonderful holiday; one that I am incredibly happy to have been a part of. I think it is so important to value the passed, and this day is such a joyous and celebratory opportunity to do just that.

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Washoe Tahoe Academy Program Kick-Off – Learn More on Monday, November 18! 

November 5, 2024 | Julie Malkin-Manning

Please join us for a free informational kick-off event in Incline Village on Monday, November 18 | 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM at the University of Nevada, Reno Lake Tahoe Campus Prim Library.

The Washoe Tahoe Academy will launch in May of 2025, featuring lessons in civic leadership and engagement with the goal of inspiring Incline Village and Crystal Bay residents to become involved in their community, with an eye on working collaboratively to find solutions to common problems. The three partner agencies putting the Academy together are Washoe County, University of Nevada, Reno’s Cooperative Extension, and Incline Village Crystal Bay Business Association (IVCBA).

This is a brand-new program created for Incline Village and Crystal Bay residents promoting knowledge of local government, inspiration and opportunities for civic engagement, and networking with fellow Washoe Tahoe residents. The Washoe Tahoe Academy will consist of five themed sessions, held monthly from 5:30 p.m. until 8 p.m., each Thursday throughout the month of May 2025, at the UNR Lake Tahoe campus. The Academy will be treated as a cohort, with a graduating class occurring annually or possibly bi-annually in future years. This is a free program for those who are selected, capping at 25 participants. Applicants must be over the age of 18 and reside in Washoe Tahoe where they reside at least part time.

In its first year, Washoe County intends to improve relationships with residents in Washoe Tahoe, as well as build an understanding of what the various governing agencies in the area do, how they work together, how people can become more involved in these governing agencies, and inspiring collaboration to break down silos, both with fellow residents, as well as with tourists.

The five program sessions include: 

Collaborate with Your Community –Themes include dignity dialogue, conflict resolution, and collaboration skills. The Lesson and group discussion will be led by Dr. Marlene Rebori from the University of Nevada, Reno’s Cooperative Extension.

Know Your Community: The acronyms can feel overwhelming… TTD, TRPA, TPC, TMT, IVGID, TNTNV, NTCA, IVGID, Clean Tahoe, Washoe County – what they do, what they don’t do, how they serve you, and how you can become involved?

Drive Your Community: Your Roadmap to Policy Change! Learn about Jurisdictions, Area Plans, how policies are made, and how you can influence policy and create real change in your community.

Love Your Community: Learn about opportunities for involvement on boards and committees in Washoe County, as well as local nonprofits, how to apply, and promote yourself for appointment and get engaged.

Sustain Your Community: What does it mean to be a good steward of the environment? Discuss Lake Stewardship and Dialogue with Tourism Agencies, environmental agencies, the sustainability Manager of Washoe County, and UC Davis TERC Science Center. 

The May 2025 program will be limited to 25 participants and is free. Learn more about the Washoe Tahoe Academy and the application process at https://www.washoecounty.gov/WTA/

Please join us for a free informational kick-off event in Incline Village on Monday, November 18 | 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM at the University of Nevada, Reno Lake Tahoe Campus Prim Library.

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Invasive Golden Mussel Found in Bay-Delta near Stockton – Tahoe on High Alert

November 2, 2024 | Member Submitted

Submitted by TRPA, Written by Victoria Ortiz 

Last week California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) discovered golden mussels that could significantly damage the ecology of waterbodies in the Bay-Delta near Stockton, California. Lake Tahoe is now on high alert, according to the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA). It is the first time the species has been detected in North America.

“While this discovery is concerning because of the proximity to Lake Tahoe, our watercraft inspection program is robust and we will continue our existing protocols to prevent its spread to the Lake Tahoe Region,” said Dennis Zabaglo, aquatic invasive species program manager at the TRPA.

TRPA and the Tahoe Resource Conservation District lead Lake Tahoe’s Aquatic Invasive Species Program in collaboration with more than 40 public and private partner agencies. Established in 2008, the program’s mission is to prevent, detect, and control aquatic invasive species in the region to protect Lake Tahoe’s fragile ecosystem.

Under the Lake Tahoe Watercraft Inspection Program, every motorized watercraft is inspected, and if need be, decontaminated before launch. Non-motorized paddle craft can also opt for a free inspection at any regional inspection station. Since 2008, staff have inspected 113,000 boats for aquatic invasive species, which can have devastating environmental and economic impacts.

“This news underscores the importance of the program. Now more than ever non-motorized paddlers, kayakers, and even beach goers must learn how to Clean, Drain, and Dry their gear through the free Tahoe Keepers program before launching anywhere in the region,” said Zabaglo.

The golden mussel, which is native to rivers and creeks of China and Southeast Asia, was likely introduced via international shipping, as boats are one of the largest potential sources of spread of aquatic invasive species in the Western U.S. This species is known to have similarly negative ecological and recreational impacts as quagga and zebra mussels, both of which have never been detected in Lake Tahoe.

The California Department of Water Resources is preparing a rapid response that includes additional monitoring to determine the extent of the population and managing potential vectors. 

To learn more about how to Clean, Drain, and Dry and for more information about aquatic invasive species, visit TahoeBoatInspections.com. For the latest updates on the golden mussel, visit the CDFW Aquatic Invasive Species webpage.

Image: Golden Mussel shells collected in October 2024 at a water quality station at Rough and Ready Island near Stockton in San Joaquin County, California, USA. Photo credit: Elizabeth Wells, Ph. D. (DWR)

The Lake Tahoe Aquatic Invasive Species Program is implemented by 40 public and private partner organizations, including federal, state, and local jurisdictions, research partners, public utility districts, and private marinas. The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency and the Tahoe Resource Conservation District lead the program in collaboration with the public and private partners. The program’s mission is to prevent, detect, and control aquatic invasive species in the Region so that future generations can enjoy Lake Tahoe. For additional information, contact Victoria Ortiz, Community Engagement Manager, at (775) 589-5281 or vortiz@trpa.gov.

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In The News – Incline Village Community Hospital Auxiliary hosts annual holiday gift shop sale

November 1, 2024 | Member Submitted

Originally Published in the Tahoe Daily Tribune, 10/29/2024, Submitted

INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. –The Incline Village Community Hospital (IVCH) Auxiliary announced its annual Holiday Gift Shop Sale. From November 11 to 15, visitors can enjoy discounts on a variety of gifts, holiday décor, and unique finds. 

The shop is open Monday thru Friday, from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and will be offering 25% off all merchandise. All proceeds support the Auxiliary’s mission of enhancing patient care by funding hospital programs and scholarships for students entering the medical field. The sale offers a wonderful opportunity to shop locally while supporting community healthcare.

The Gift Shop is located inside the Incline Village Community Hospital at 880 Alder Ave., Incline Village. For more information, contact Jill Warner at jwarner@jwarner.co

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In The News – Alibi Ale Works: Still pouring pints after 10 years

November 1, 2024 | Member Submitted

Originally Published in the Tahoe Daily Tribune, 10/31/2024, Written by Robert Galloway

With an initial vision of a brewery focused on packaging beer and selling it regionally, co-founders Kevin Drake and Rich Romo opened Alibi Ale Works in Incline Village in December of 2014. After about a year, Alibi began wholesaling their beer and quickly realized they might be outgrowing their space.

“This staff room was busy. We went from limited hours, five days a week, to more broad hours, seven days a week,” said Drake. “We were starting to host events and were pretty busy. We already felt like we were partly outgrowing this space, just given its size, limited parking, and all those things.”

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Photo provided by Alibi

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Giving Thanks by Giving Back: A Community Thanksgiving

October 31, 2024 | Member Submitted

Submitted by St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church “Community Thanksgiving” 

VOLUNTEERS AND DONATIONS NEEDED

Now entering its 15th year, Community Thanksgiving is a popular and successful annual community event in North Tahoe, beloved by volunteer hosts, cooks, and guests alike. The model is not a “charity” meal, but a gathering of all who wish a festive, delicious, FREE communal feast–locals and visitors alike.

Held at the North Tahoe Event Center in Kings Beach, Community Thanksgiving serves not only those present in a decorated dining room, but also those who receive deliveries of warm meals–from Crystal Bay to Tahoma, Incline to Truckee, and to our seniors and unhoused neighbors. Last year, over 700 people enjoyed a delicious meal on our well-managed budget!

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Deborah Hakam is the Event Coordinator who organizes donations of food from restaurants and businesses; purchases needed grocery and service items; recruits volunteer chefs, servers, and drivers; and manages food preparation and service from the kitchen. Clare Novak and Michelle Okashima assist with community publicity and volunteer packets.

Our goal this year is to raise $2500 to cover our costs. WILL YOU PLEASE HELP US?

Your check may be made payable to St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church with “Community Thanksgiving” in the Memo line. Please mail to: St. Patrick’s, 341 Village Blvd., Incline Village, NV 89451. St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church is a 501(c)(3) organization, so donations are tax deductible. Acknowledgement of donations will be by receipt from St. Patrick’s.

Thank you for your generosity!

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The Local Lens – History of Our Local Hospital

October 30, 2024 | Linda Offerdahl

How many of you have a story about our beloved Incline Village Community Hospital? Broken leg from skiing, a child’s ear infection in the middle of the night, or an allergic reaction to a bee sting….we all can probably tell at least one story where it was SO NICE to have our local hospital with its emergency department and upstairs health center. For me and Richard, we remember the appendicitis attack, the infection from a root canal, a bladder infection that caused mental confusion and numerous trips when the kids were young.  Trips to the ER for loved ones are often emotional experiences and can be filled with long waits in busy, crowded waiting rooms. We have been spoiled by having this wonderful resource in such a small community. 

Because of the generosity and determination of community members, the Hospital opened its doors in September of 1981. It had just the basics, but hospitals are expensive to run. After the hospital closed two times in the 80s, Marianne and Larry Ingemanson set out to save it financially. Several locals, including us, “invested” in this critical facility that allowed many elderly people and young families to live here, knowing they had quality health care close to home. In 1996, the Hospital became a proud part of Tahoe Forest Health System. Now IVCH is the place that we all know and love: an incredible ER with faces that many of us have grown to know and love, the second-floor Health Center with primary and specialty physicians, the brand-new Diagnostic Imaging Suite (now with 3D Mammography), a wonderful lab for any of your lab work needs, and just recently a walk-in clinic that meets the needs of all of our residents.

Tahoe Forest is one of the top 100 critical access hospitals in the country. It has achieved notable quality measures that demonstrate the highest patient safety standards and consistently exceeds patient satisfaction ratings. The Cancer Center is world renowned, the Women’s and Newborn Care center is state-of-the-art, and many of our local babies are born there. Many surgeries, like my appendectomy and my broken wrist, are easily accommodated. We have much to be thankful for, and we congratulate them on serving our community for the last 75 years!

SHOUT-OUTS

  • Louis Ward is Incline Hospital’s Administrator and interim CEO for the entire Health System. He is visible in our community and looks out for our interests.
  • Karli Epstein is the Executive Director of both hospital foundations. She is a familiar face and name in Incline. She and the IVCH Foundation are behind the fabulous Beach Boys (and other) fundraisers that raise several hundred thousand dollars for our hospital alone. Because of these funds, we have state-of-the-art Diagnostic Imaging equipment like 3D mammography, the 128-slice CT, and the new fixed X-ray. Many of the hospital’s upgrades are thanks to incredible community generosity and support. 
  • The North Lake Tahoe Community Health Care Auxiliary works behind the scenes, raising money for scholarships and hospital equipment needs from its annual lobster feed in the summer and golf tournament in the fall. It also runs that cute gift shop!

Tahoe Forest Health System is celebrating its 75th Anniversary on Friday night. When you see a local health hospital employee, nurse, physician, or provider, thank them!

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Wildwood Open Lands Foundation 2024: A Year of Growth and Impact

October 29, 2024 | Member Submitted

Member News Brief; Submitted by Wildwood Open Lands Foundation

As 2024 draws to a close, we at the Wildwood Open Lands Foundation are proud to share the progress we’ve made in supporting responsible recreation and open lands preservation. Here’s a snapshot of what we’ve been up to this year:

  • Stewardship Events: We hosted four stewardship events, bringing together community members passionate about caring for our shared spaces.
  • Training Sessions on Responsible Recreation: To support responsible outdoor activity, we delivered six hands-on training sessions, equipping participants with knowledge to recreate responsibly and protect natural resources.
  • Leave-No-Trace Education: In collaboration with Sierra Watershed Education Partners, we conducted twelve sessions on Leave-No-Trace principles, empowering individuals to make sustainable choices in nature.
  • Backcountry Experiences: Leading two immersive backcountry events into public lands, we focused on outdoor ethics and sustainable off-road travel, providing participants a deeper connection with our local wilderness.
  • Community Engagement: We had the honor of presenting Wildwood’s work at several Nevada community events, emphasizing the power of partnerships in preserving our region’s beautiful open lands.

Looking ahead to 2025, we’re eager to explore new opportunities for engaging with the Incline Village community. Whether through partnerships or championing community-led initiatives, we see great potential for extending our mission and fostering an even greater connection with our shared environment.

Stay tuned for updates—

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