In The News – Travel North Tahoe Nevada ensures winter access at East Shore Trail during heavy snow
February 26, 2026 | Member Submitted
Originally published in the Tahoe Daily Tribune, 2/26/26, Staff Report
INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. – Travel North Tahoe Nevada (TNTNV), a leading advocate for outdoor adventure and recreation in the North Lake Tahoe area, is taking proactive steps to enhance winter safety and access by funding snow removal at the East Shore Trail parking lot with Park Tahoe® operated by the Tahoe Transportation District (TTD). This funding ensures visitors can park safely and access the trail without resorting to parking along the narrow two-lane State Route 28.
With heavy winter snow recently, TNTNV is covering the costs for service for the plowing contracted through TTD at the East Short Trail Parking Lot #1, one of the busiest recreation trails in North Lake Tahoe. TNTNV is fully covering the service costs, with previously allocated funds for winter plowing and will continue to do so as storms dictate, ensuring safe access to the area’s trail network so all can enjoy responsible winter recreation.
“Winter on the East Shore Trail is a highlight for so many residents and visitors,” said Andy Chapman, President and CEO of Travel North Tahoe Nevada. “With the recent snowfall, totaling over 60 inches in some areas, ensuring safe, accessible parking is greatly important to us. By directly funding snow removal at East Shore, we’re doing our part to help people enjoy winter recreation safely while keeping the highway clear of unsafe road conditions.”
In The News – Tahoe Transportation District awards construction contract for SR 28 North Parking Project
February 21, 2026 | Member Submitted
Originally published in the Tahoe Daily Tribune, 2/21/2026, Staff Report
The Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) Board of Directors approved the award of a construction contract for the SR 28 North Parking Project (Phase 2 of the Tunnel Creek Parking Project), advancing coordinated efforts to improve parking management, safety, and multimodal access along SR 28.
The Board awarded the construction contract to F.W. Carson Company of Incline Village, Nevada, in an amount not to exceed $2,385,162.20, and approved a 10 percent construction contingency of $238,516.22. The Board also authorized Additive Alternates 1 and 2, totaling $322,729.40, with a 10 percent contingency of $32,272.94, depending upon the availability of funding.
The project is being delivered in partnership with the Nevada Department of Transportation, Washoe County, Tahoe Regional Planning Agency, Nevada Division of State Lands, Nevada Divisions State Parks and other agencies to address parking demand and transportation safety in one of the region’s most heavily traveled corridors.
This is a question we were all asking yesterday when we woke up to the blizzard outside. There’s an app (actually a website) for that! I asked Washoe County’s Aaron Smith this question a few weeks ago so I could be ready to share this timely information.
Here’s what I learned:
Washoe County provides a real-time snow equipment tracking and roadside parking status on the Where is My Plow: I.V.C.B. Website. The tool provides real-time snow equipment operations and history for the Tahoe area. Residents can use the feature to track the location and activity of snow removal equipment in their area.
The Incline Village/Crystal Bay Roads crew includes seven full-time personnel and is supplemented with 4-6 additional staff members to service 11 routes during winter operations. Nearly all of the crew commute from Reno, Sparks, or Carson City, where travel over the passes during winter road conditions can be extremely challenging. During severe weather patterns, temporary lodging is provided. The safety of the traveling public and the ability of law enforcement and first responders to respond to community needs are our priorities.
More information is available on the Roads and Stormwater Website. Residents can report snow plowing concerns, potholes, and other road-related issues through Washoe311, which serves as a direct line to County services, or by calling the Roads and Stormwater line at 775-328-2180
THESE GUYS ARE MY HEROES!
But what about the guys who clear our driveways and commercial parking lots? They deserve recognition too. They often try to reach our driveways even before the plows are out! I am talking about service workers who either run their own businesses or work for larger companies. These guys don’t have work if it doesn’t snow. Please, give them a tip this week. Maybe they are just happy to be working, but perhaps they have bills that have gone unpaid during our drought the last month and a half. I can’t name them all, but I can tell you which businesses I know because they are members of IVCBA. Incline Property Management…thank them for clearing the parking lots at 3 of the shopping centers. Canopy Property Services covers many HOAs too. SQ Enterprises operates Tahoe Snow Solutions; find them on social media. These companies are providing winter jobs to help keep our workers living here year-round. Thank you!
WHAT ABOUT THE SIDEWALKS?!
Let me just say, if it takes a while to get them cleared, no whining please! We live in the mountains. Snow and ice happen. Even when they are cleared, there can still be ice in the shady parts. If you must venture onto them, use common sense, sensible boots, and maybe those things you clip on them to dig into the ice. Stay safe! This is a small town, and not everyone has the luxury of staying home in bad weather. If you see someone walking on the street because they have to, perhaps offer them a ride.
Here’s the actual answer on sidewalk clearing from Washoe County:
Washoe County Road Crews understand the challenge snow poses to pedestrians in our mountain communities. There are approximately 10 miles of paved paths in Incline Village, and Washoe County Roads crews clear snow on approximately 8.2 miles of them. The paths are cleared of snow after the roadways are cleared and widened with a snow blower. The roads are prioritized 1 thru 3, and paths are considered a priority 4. The road and path priorities can be found on our Washoe Regional Mapping System. Sections of pathways are cleared based on priorities as well, with priority given to those adjacent to schools and the main routes.
The time it takes WC Roads to clear paths varies considerably depending on the amount and type of snow and the frequency of storm events. For example, if Incline receives 6-12” of snow during an event and does not receive additional snow in the next few days, WC Roads will typically start clearing snow on the paths approximately three days after the end of the storm. The more snow received, and/or multiple storms come in back-to-back, it can take considerably longer to start on the paths. When storms are frequent and there is little time between them, the Roads crew prioritizes snow removal on streets, and snow accumulation is greater on paths. Unfortunately, this results in greater effort and more time to remove snow from the paths. Residents can help by avoiding parking vehicles on or near pathways to allow crews better access for snow removal. Clearing private driveways or sidewalks onto pathways may delay snow-clearing efforts and is discouraged
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In The News – Why Nevada’s TART Connect Disappeared
February 12, 2026 | Member Submitted
Originally published in Moonshine Ink, 2/12/2026, Written by Alex Hoeft
On Dec. 11, 2025, TART (Tahoe Truckee Area Regional Transit) Connect’s microtransit services ceased operations in Incline Village and Crystal Bay. The reason: funding.
The on-demand, curb-to-curb shuttle program connecting the Truckee/Tahoe region for free, while also reducing greenhouse gas impacts and road congestion, has been seen as a success since its 2017 implementation — providing more than 1 million rides, with 65% of its ridership full-time residents.
But the Nevada side of North Tahoe (Washoe Tahoe, a term being used by TART) has struggled to maintain a consistent revenue stream to keep TART afloat. Sources in the past included Washoe County, RTC Washoe, Travel North Tahoe Nevada, the Reno-Sparks Convention and Visitors Authority, Tahoe Fund, and the League to Save Lake Tahoe. During the 2025 Nevada legislature session, there was an effort to introduce Business Improvement District (BID) legislation (SB 420), which would create the option for private sector funding mechanisms. It did not pass.
What’s Next for 771 Southwood Boulevard? January Update
January 28, 2026 | Member Submitted
January Update regarding 771 Southwood Boulevard:
At the December 3, 2025, TTD Board of Directors meeting, Jim Marino, Executive Director of the Tahoe Transportation District, requested the Board provide direction as to alternatives for the 771 Southwood Boulevard site. Mr. Marino presented several options, including:
Moving forward with the original intent of the property which is to construct a mobility hub with parking; or
Abandon the transit hub project and pursue transferring the parcel to the local jurisdiction for purposes of affordable housing per FTA guidelines; or
Abandon the transit hub project, and pursue the sale of the parcel as is, and use the proceeds on another FTA eligible project within TTD’s Capital Program
After considerable discussion, the Board of Directors instructed staff to explore transferring the property at771 Southwood Boulevard to the local jurisdiction (Washoe County) for purposes of affordable housing per Federal Transit Administration disposition guidelines.
On January 12, 2026, Staff had an initial meeting with Washoe County and Reno Housing Authority (RHA) to discuss the feasibility of a transfer. Reno Housing Authority will be investigating the potential for a project at the site. TTD will be meeting again with Washoe County/RHA in February 2026 for an update.
Mr. Marino has been instructed to bring an update back to the TTD Board of Directors in April 2026, at which time the Board may consider moving forward with the transfer process under the Federal Transit Administration should the County/RHA have a conceptual project. Should the County/RHA not be willing to pursue a transfer, then staff have been instructed to consider the sale of the parcel.
The December 3,, 2025 staff report can be found HERE and the Meeting minutes for this item can be found HERE.
In The News – No vehicle in Tahoe this winter?: The cleared paths that make getting around in the snow possible
January 2, 2026 | Member Submitted
Originally published in the Tahoe Daily Tribune, 1/2/2026, Written by Katelyn Welsh
South Lake Tahoe resident, Nick Speal, doesn’t own a car, relying on biking and public transit to get around. That includes in the winter when he depends on a certain service to utilize those two transportation modes.
“In both cases, I need those multi-use trails to be clear,” Speal said, President of the Lake Tahoe Bicycle Coalition, an organization promoting bicycling and bike infrastructure—all year long. That means advocating for cleared paths in the winter, which is especially essential for those who rely on public transit to safely get to bus stops.
In The News – Residents sad to see micromobility service go: TART Connect Nevada ends Dec. 11
December 3, 2025 | Member Submitted
Originally published in the Tahoe Daily Tribune, 12/3/2025, Written by Katelyn Welsh
Neighbors are stepping up and offering rides as the news of TART Connect’s termination in Nevada circulates online and leaves users wondering what to do when the the app-based service comes to an end.
The free on demand curb-to-curb shuttle has been imperative for some to get to work and the store with full-time residents making up 65% of its ridership.
The cancellation impacts TART Connect Zone 3, covering Incline Village and Crystal Bay, where residents are saying the service has helped them access the town, especially during storms.
In The News – Residents sad to see micromobility service go: TART Connect Nevada ends Dec. 11
December 3, 2025 | Member Submitted
Originally published in the Tahoe Daily Tribune, 12/03/2025, Written by Katelyn Welsh
Neighbors are stepping up and offering rides as the news of TART Connect’s termination in Nevada circulates online and leaves users wondering what to do when the the app-based service comes to an end.
The free on demand curb-to-curb shuttle has been imperative for some to get to work and the store with full-time residents making up 65% of its ridership.
The cancellation impacts TART Connect Zone 3, covering Incline Village and Crystal Bay, where residents are saying the service has helped them access the town, especially during storms.
Twenty-five years ago, we were logging onto the Internet with dial-up connections. Today, you can book a microtransit ride from an app on your smartphone. That’s a lot of change in just one generation—imagine what the next 25 years could bring for transportation at Lake Tahoe.
The recently adopted Connections 2050, TRPA’s 25-year Regional Transportation Plan (RTP) charts that future with more than 90 projects designed to protect the lake and improve how people get around the basin. Success over the next quarter-century will be measured not only by projects completed, but by the outcomes they deliver, such as cleaner air and water, safer streets, and more connected communities.
TRPA Board Approves Transportation Plan Update, Settles Enforcement Cases
July 26, 2025 | Member Submitted
The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) Governing Board unanimously approved the 25-year Lake Tahoe Regional Transportation Plan last week, TRPA said today.
Called Connections 2050, the four-year update ensures that transportation policies and priority projects improve safety, protect the lake, and reduce vehicle miles traveled in the Tahoe Basin. Backed by extensive public and partner agency input, the plan includes more than 90 projects focused on improving transit, trails, town centers, and technology.
“Improving Tahoe’s transportation system supports our lake environment and communities,” TRPA Executive Director Julie Regan said. “Significant progress has been made upgrading Tahoe’s roads with water quality infrastructure and providing additional options like trails and transit. We must continue that progress while addressing growing safety concerns and strengthening the resilience of the region.”
Key strategies of Connections 2050 include:
Increasing safety and reducing congestion in Tahoe’s most popular roadway corridors through corridor management plans that coordinate transit, parking management, and reservation systems.
Supporting wildfire evacuation planning by ensuring roadways are safe and navigable and communication infrastructure is ready for more extreme weather and emergencies.
Integrating new technology including travel apps, communication systems, parking reservations, and on-demand microtransit.
Identifying sustainable funding to invest in transportation infrastructure and transit.
An example of corridor work kicked off earlier this month with the launch of the Emerald Bay pilot project. Public agencies and non-profit partners are coordinating new microtransit service, installation of roadside parking barriers, and more parking enforcement in one of Lake Tahoe’s most popular transportation corridors. In the first six days of the pilot, 460 passengers accessed Emerald Bay via microtransit thanks to the leadership of elected officials and the funding support of local nonprofits.
Enforcement Cases
The Governing Board also demonstrated its commitment for TRPA’s compliance initiatives by approving a $20,000 settlement for illegal tree removal at a property in Incline Village, Nev. The trees in question were not related to fire safety. TRPA works with all fire protection districts in the Tahoe Basin to ensure tree removal for defensible space is expedited, according to TRPA. Policies allow property owners to remove hazardous trees with fire district approval and, in some cases, without a TRPA permit. TRPA approval is generally required in non-hazardous cases to maintain forest health, prevent soil erosion, and protect scenic quality. For more information on tree removal, visit trpa.gov/trees-and-defensible-space.
The enforcement case adds to Board-approved settlements last month including a $16,000 fine for illegal tree removal on public land in South Lake Tahoe, and an $85,000 penalty for removing sensitive vegetation and disturbing the shorezone on a lakefront property in North Lake Tahoe. A list of approved violation settlements is available at trpa.gov/agency.
Images
Sierra_Blvd_Complete_Streets_aerial Caption: Trails. The award-winning Sierra Boulevard Complete Streets Project in South Lake Tahoe, Calif. reduced reliance on cars while improving water quality, safety, and accessibility. Credit: Luxuri Media
Emerald_Bay_Overlook_Shuttle_logo Caption: Corridor management. Transportation, law enforcement, land managers, and non-profit organizations are piloting a reservation-based microtransit service to Emerald Bay in combination with removal of unsafe roadside parking, and parking enforcement to protect one of Tahoe’s most popular transportation corridors. Credit: Tahoe Regional Planning Agency
TTD_Mobility_Hub_College Caption: Transit. A hybrid electric bus at the Lake Tahoe Community College battery-charging mobility hub. Electrified buses, parking management, and more frequent transit service are a central focus of Connections 2050. Credit: Drone Promotions
Kings_Beach_Town_Center_aerial Caption: Town centers. The redeveloped main street in Kings Beach, Calif. reduced traffic congestion, improved pedestrian safety, and is helping revitalize the town center. Locating more residential and visitor accommodations in town centers further reduces reliance on the car travel. Credit: Generikal
