The Local Lens – Leadership, Service & Local Events
August 6, 2025 | Linda Offerdahl
Congrats to Captain Joseph Colacurcio who is now officially the captain of the Incline Substation of the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office. Affectionately nicknamed “Cola”, he has spent many years working in Incline and being a positive leader in our community. Please also welcome Aaron Tracy, newly promoted to Lieutenant, second in command at the Incline Substation. Under the strong leadership of WCSO Sheriff Balaam, the substation does more than just “keep the peace”. Captain Cola, Lieutenant Tracy, and the deputies participate in community meetings and gatherings and help residents. Mark your calendars for the annual Sheriff’s picnic on September 27.
ROTARY CLUB NEWS
The TWO clubs in Incline are active in the community in many ways. I want to highlight two of them. The Morning club is conducting a food drive for the Reno-Sparks Gospel Mission. Bring canned goods to the bin at the Rec Center. Labor Day will see the annual “Duck Drop” for the noon club. You can also thank Rotarians for the “Peace Park” in front of the Chevron station and the beautiful flowers at the bus shelters.
CIVIC ENGAGEMENT
It’s been a while since we have heard much about the projects in Crystal Bay. Get an update on the Cal Neva next Tuesday, Aug 12 at the Incline Library. Their website, www.revitalizecalneva.com will tell you that the completion date is a bit of a moving target, but sometime in 2027. This property is approaching 100 years of existence next year. With the recent news about the failed plans for the Biltmore to become a luxury hotel resort, the revitalized Cal Neva promises to bring a much-needed facelift, along with a new venue for both visitors and locals(and jobs!) to Crystal Bay.
INCLINE LIBRARY
To prepare for writing the Lens each week, I look at the calendar at IVCBA.org. The sheer number of offerings at the library is impressive. They have events/activities for all ages. If you are still entertaining summer guests, consider taking a break from the Lake, etc., and stop in.
WILDWOOD AND THE BLACK ROCK DESERT
Burning Man is not for everyone. But did you know, there is a land conservancy group that has small private excursions to the Black Rock Desert? Learn more about this 3-day excursion in Northern Nevada with scientists in late September.
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