Tahoe Regional Planning Agency
Recent News About Tahoe Regional Planning Agency
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TRPA board elects Hayley Williamson as chair; approves housing plan amendments
The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) Governing Board has appointed Hayley Williamson as its new Chair.
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Lake Tahoe mooring lottery entries open until January 31
Entries for the 2025 Lake Tahoe mooring lottery are now open and will be accepted until January 31, 2025.
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California voters approve $10 billion climate bond for environmental projects
Thanksgiving is approaching, and it's an apt time to express gratitude for the dedication of volunteer poll workers and officials who have played a crucial role in maintaining the integrity of elections.
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Lake Tahoe agencies review aquatic invasive species threat after boating season
As the boating season at Lake Tahoe concludes, agencies responsible for the Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) program have assessed the 2024 watercraft inspection season.
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Golden mussel found near Stockton prompts concern for Lake Tahoe ecosystem
The discovery of the invasive golden mussel in the Bay-Delta near Stockton has raised concerns among environmental agencies.
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Tahoe Regional Planning Agency appoints new general counsel
The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) Governing Board has announced the appointment of a new General Counsel. Graham St. Michel, who has a background in environmental law and public service, expressed his commitment to TRPA's mission: “I have dedicated my professional life to environmental law and public service, and TRPA’s mission has been a guiding inspiration for me from the start.”
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Team Tahoe advances forest health amid climate challenges
Tahoe forests are displaying vibrant fall colors, even as smoke from prescribed fire operations lingers above the lake. These operations are part of efforts to maintain forest health, which is crucial for the watershed's overall well-being, community safety, and climate resilience.
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Douglas County updates South Shore Area Plan; Barton Hospital project delayed
A separate application from Douglas County to update the South Shore Area Plan has been initiated. However, elements of the update that included a special subdistrict for a medical facility on the Barton property, formerly known as Lakeside Inn and Casino, have been removed from the application while additional documents are prepared.
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Tahoe grading season ends October 15, restrictions in place
The grading and digging season in the Tahoe area is set to conclude on October 15, 2024. This annual requirement aims to prevent sediment from entering stormwater systems and Lake Tahoe itself. It also helps avoid soil compaction and disturbance during the wettest months of the year.
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Tahoe Regional Planning Agency opens applications for affordable housing forums
The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) has announced the opening of applications for affordable housing forums in the Lake Tahoe Region. Alongside this, a mini-grant program for community-based organizations has been introduced to foster partnerships and engage with priority community residents and workers.
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Public meeting set for South Shore watercraft inspection station proposal
Partner agencies are collaborating to establish a permanent aquatic invasive species (AIS) watercraft inspection station in Meyers, California. The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA), El Dorado County, California Tahoe Conservancy, and Tahoe Resource Conservation District have scheduled a public meeting on October 14 at 5:30 p.m. at the Lake Valley Fire Protection District station in Meyers to discuss the proposed site.
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Annual Best in Basin Awards recognize top environmental projects at Lake Tahoe
The winners of the 31st Annual Best in Basin Awards have been announced, recognizing projects that provide significant environmental benefits for Lake Tahoe. These awards highlight efforts to harmonize human and natural environments.
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Congress extends funding for Lake Tahoe environmental program through 2034
Congress has approved a bill to reauthorize the Lake Tahoe Restoration Act (LTRA), extending funding authorizations for approximately $300 million through 2034. This move continues federal support for the Lake Tahoe Environmental Improvement Program (EIP), which has been instrumental in conservation efforts since its inception in 1997.
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Lake Tahoe addresses workforce housing crisis through policy changes
Today, there is region-wide consensus that housing and transportation are among the greatest issues of our time. The severe decline of affordable housing options in the Lake Tahoe Region is affecting environmental quality and the vibrancy of its communities. Safe, thriving communities help provide the infrastructure, workforce, and investment needed to ensure Lake Tahoe’s built environment supports a sustainable natural environment. A common topic in public discourse around housing is that transportation solutions are integral to good housing solutions.
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Illegal moorings removed from Lake Tahoe under new shoreline plan
Lake Tahoe, CA/NV – The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) partnered with the California State Lands Commission this summer to begin removing illegally placed concrete mooring blocks and attached buoys from the bottom of Lake Tahoe. The removal of three boat anchoring blocks on the lake’s West Shore in August was the first such removal under the 2018 Shoreline Plan that capped the number of piers and boat moorings, according to the agencies.
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Tahoe summit highlights need for investment in transportation
Earlier this week, members of Lake Tahoe’s federal delegation, led by U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev), gathered with community members, Washoe tribal members, and state and local leaders to mark the 28th annual Lake Tahoe Summit. Their presence, along with a keynote address by U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg, provided an uplifting moment that recognized the success of the conservation of Lake Tahoe. The annual event additionally underscored ongoing challenges in the region and the need for sustainable funding to support multiple initiatives.
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Tahoe Summit to address transportation and environmental issues
The 2024 Tahoe Summit Media Kit outlines key topics and contact information for the upcoming event. The summit will cover several critical areas, including the Transportation Action Plan, Environmental Improvement Program Accomplishments Report, Lake Tahoe Restoration Act Accomplishments Report, and the Tahoe Science Advisory Council Water Clarity Project.
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Tahoe Regional Planning Agency launches workforce housing program
The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) has announced the launch of “Tahoe Living: Cultivating Community, Conserving the Basin,” a comprehensive, multi-year project aimed at addressing the housing crisis in the Lake Tahoe Basin while maintaining and improving environmental protections.
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Lake Tahoe sees improved winter but murkier summer waters in latest report
The clarity of Lake Tahoe’s blue waters in 2023 continued its years-long trend of improving during the winter and deteriorating during the summer. The annual clarity report, released today by the University of California, Davis – Tahoe Environmental Research Center, found that winter lake conditions were the clearest observed since 1983 and the 10th best on record, with visibility of 91.8 feet under the surface, compared with 72.2 feet in 2022.
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Tahoe Regional Planning Agency fines jet boat operator for violation
Lake Tahoe, Nev./Calif. – The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) Governing Board approved a $10,000 penalty today to a jet boat operator who entered the Upper Truckee River Marsh earlier this year. TRPA regulations prohibit operating motorized watercraft in tributaries of Lake Tahoe and speeding within 600 feet of shore to protect public safety, water quality, habitat, and recreation, the agency said today.