In The News – Incline Village REALTORS® leverage grant to close the gap on affordable housing in Lake Tahoe
April 22, 2026 | Member Submitted
Originally published in the Tahoe Daily Tribune, 4/22/2026, Written by Incline Village Realtors
The Incline Village REALTORS® received a $7,500 Housing Opportunity Grant to unite real estate leaders, stakeholders and community leaders at a Lake Tahoe Housing Forum in Incline Village to advance housing resources across the Tahoe basin and share solutions to affordability challenges across the region.
The grant award is made possible by the National Association of REALTORS® as part of its Community Development Advocacy program, which empowers REALTOR® associations to strengthen their communities through effective advocacy, partnerships, and on-the-ground initiatives.
In The News – Incline Village Farmers Market moves from Incline Village Library parking lot to Diamond Peak Ski Resort
April 22, 2026 | Member Submitted
Originally published in the Tahoe Daily Tribune, 4/22/2026, Written by Victoria Mastrocola
The Incline Village Farmers Market is moving from the Incline Village Library parking lot to Diamond Peak Ski Resort’s upper parking lot starting on their opening day, Thursday, May 21.
The change in venue for the Incline Village Farmers Market comes after owner/operators of Lake Tahoe Markets, Steve and Jill Rozier, decided they had outgrown their previous space – a space they were sharing with, not only the Incline Village Library, but the Incline Village Crystal Bay Justice Court.
Lake Tahoe Markets is a locally owned and family-operated, year-round online farmers market, offering seasonal produce, farm fresh and pasture raised eggs, organic pantry goods, and more. Weekly deliveries take place Mondays and Tuesdays.
At the April 1, 2026, TTD Board of Directors meeting, staff was directed by the Board to coordinate with Reno Housing Authority (RHA) and the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) toward the preparation of an application. As of today, no formal application has been submitted.
TTD is currently in the process of scheduling a scoping meeting with the FTA to further define next steps.
Please note that the transfer process for the 771 Southwood Boulevard site is expected to take several months, depending on the duration and requirements of the FTA review process.
We will continue to provide updates as additional information becomes available. Please feel free to reach out with any questions.
In The News – Local club calls on community to help continue decades of service
April 21, 2026 | Member Submitted
Originally published in the Tahoe Daily Tribune, 4/21/2026, Written by Petra Mollina
After more than four decades of service, the Kiwanis Club of North Lake Tahoe continues to play a steady role in the region — but members say the organization now faces a growing challenge: keeping community support strong enough to sustain its work.
Founded in 1981, the club emerged at a time when many of its members were young families, shaping its early priorities. From the start, the group focused on youth — supporting academics, athletics and local schools across the North Lake Tahoe region, including Truckee, Tahoe City, Kings Beach and Incline Village.
“At the start, we worked with state parks to split firewood, and would sell it around town to fundraise,” said founding member David Antonucci.
Dryer Fire Safety: Reduce the Risk with Simple Prevention Tips
April 21, 2026 | Member Submitted
The North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District (NLTFPD) is reminding residents to take simple steps to prevent dryer fires, a common but preventable household hazard.
According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), fire departments respond to thousands of home fires involving clothes dryers each year. The leading cause is failure to clean lint buildup—an issue that can be easily addressed with routine maintenance.
Why Dryer Fires Happen
Lint is highly flammable and can accumulate in:
Lint traps
Around the dryer drum
Dryer vents and exhaust ducts
When airflow is restricted, heat builds up—creating conditions that can lead to a fire
Top Dryer Fire Safety Tips
NLTFPD encourages residents to follow these NFPA-recommended safety practices:
Clean the lint filter before or after every load
Remove lint from the screen and around the drum
Inspect and maintain vents and exhaust systems
Ensure the outdoor vent flap opens properly and is not blocked (including by snow)
Clean vent pipes at least annually, or more often if drying times increase
Consider professional vent cleaning services
Ensure proper installation and equipment use
Have dryers installed and serviced by a qualified professional
Make sure dryers are properly grounded
Use the correct plug and outlet for your unit
Only use rigid or flexible metal venting material (avoid plastic or foil)
Ensure the exterior vent flap opens freely and is not blocked (including snow or debris). Flap-style termination instead of a screen—screens trap lint and can accumulate ember-ignitable fuel while also restricting airflow
Use caution with what you dry
Items exposed to gasoline, paint thinner, cooking oils, or other flammable substances should be dried outside first, then washed and dried as usual
Maintain a safe laundry area
Keep the area around the dryer clear of combustible materials like boxes, clothing, and cleaning supplies
Operate dryers safely
Do not overload the dryer
Follow manufacturer instructions
Never operate a dryer without a lint filter
Turn the dryer off before leaving home or going to sleep
Special consideration for gas dryers
Have gas dryers inspected by a qualified professional to ensure connections are secure and leak-free
Warning Signs to Watch For
Be alert for:
Clothes taking longer than usual to dry
A burning smell during operation
Excess heat in the laundry area
Visible lint buildup around the dryer or vent
If you notice any of these signs, stop using the dryer and have it inspected immediately.
A Message from NLTFPD
“Dryer fires are largely preventable with routine care and awareness,” said Fire Marshal John James. “Taking a few minutes to clean your lint filter, maintain proper airflow, and ensure your dryer is installed correctly can significantly reduce risk and help prevent a potentially devastating fire. We encourage everyone to make dryer safety part of their regular home maintenance routine.”
Learn More& Stay Informed
For additional guidance on clothes dryer safety, residents can visit resources from the National Fire Protection Association:
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Originally published with TRPA E News, written by Julie Regan, 4/17/2026
I am always inspired by Serrell Smokey, Chairman of the Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California, when he reminds us that “the health of the land is the health of the people.”
This longstanding teaching from the Waší∙šiw (Washoe People) reflects a worldview shaped along the shores of Lake Tahoe. Waší∙šiw are taught from childhood to see the land and waters as living extensions of themselves, entities deserving of respect, care, and autonomy. Chairman Smokey’s predecessor Brian Wallace brought attention to this teaching at the first Tahoe Summit back in 1997. The concept bears repeating and absorbing.
As our connection to Tahoe deepens, we feel it too. The lake and mountains here are part of us. Lake Tahoe is a place of beauty and power where the weather can be soothing or fierce, and if the views don’t take your breath away, a refreshing dip in the lake certainly will. In many ways, the feeling and sensibilities of Earth Day have become our community’s reflection of the waší∙šiw connection to Tahoe.
Lake Tahoe’s Vulnerability
As powerful as Lake Tahoe is, we’ve learned a lot over the decades about its fragility. Creation of the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) by Nevada and California in 1969, just before the first celebration of Earth Day, has led to some of the most innovative approaches in the nation for protecting water quality and forest health, preventing aquatic invasive species, and managing growth in a way that benefits the environment, communities, and the economy at the same time.
Although much progress has been made, climate pressures are changing the basin. Winter storms bring more rain, hotter summer days are warming the lake’s surface, and aquatic invasive species further threaten lake clarity and ecosystem balance. Also, wildfires in and around the Lake Tahoe Region are becoming more frequent and intense, and aging infrastructure and changing transportation patterns add strain to our environment and quality of life.
These shifts threaten not only our experience today, but the legacy we leave for future generations. As we celebrate Earth Day, it’s a fitting time to renew your commitment to Tahoe and tune in to the collective work happening to protect it.
Building a Culture of Care
Individual stewardship doesn’t always require grand gestures. More often, it lives in simple, daily habits. Much like taking vitamins or brushing your teeth, caring for Tahoe is most effective when it becomes routine.
During my 30-plus years working with the Tahoe community, a repeated question persists: “I’m only one person—what can I do to help the lake?” The short answer is, quite a bit. From taking transit to becoming a Tahoe Keeper, the list is long. Tahoe Keepers commit to practicing Clean, Drain, and Dry protocols when on the water to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species. Substituting a walk or bike ride for a car trip adds up if a number of us do it.
For property owners, maintaining defensible space and capturing stormwater runoff with best management practices, or BMPs, can significantly reduce risk to both property and lake clarity.
And wherever you are, properly disposing of trash and pet waste helps reduce your footprint and keeps Tahoe’s natural systems intact.
Stewardship at the Regional Scale
Across the region, “Team Tahoe” organizations have pledged their commitment through the Lake Tahoe Environmental Improvement Program (EIP). Under the restoration program, Tribal, local, state, federal, nonprofit, and private sector partners collaborate on large-scale restoration projects that address Tahoe’s most pressing environmental challenges. This work must continue for us to strengthen Tahoe’s resilience to past impacts as well as challenges ahead.
Tahoe is a living force, vulnerable to our footprint and responsive to our care. Your individual actions, paired with awareness of public investments, make a tangible difference and help sustain the momentum we’ve been building together. After all, the basin’s health is our health too. Wishing you all a wondrous Earth Day. For a look at the full week of activities TRPA and our partners have planned, visit takecaretahoe.org/earthweek.
Julie Regan is Executive Director of the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency.
In The News – Where does federal funding in Tahoe come from?
April 14, 2026 | Member Submitted
Originally published in the Tahoe Daily Tribune, 4/13/2026, Written Eli Ramos
Plenty of different politicians represent the Lake Tahoe area: straddling two different states, with five counties and overlapping jurisdictions. On the congressional level, Tahoe is represented by Representatives Kevin Kiley and Senators Alex Padilla, Adam Schiff, Catherine Cortez Masto and Jacky Rosen. They’ve each provided millions of dollars and introduced different acts to protect the lake. But who’s responsible for what?
Acts to protect Lake Tahoe
Both the Lake Tahoe Restoration (LTRA) Act and the Santini-Burton Act of 1980 were created to preserve Lake Tahoe.
In The News – Big changes ahead at Incline Beach as $11M project gets underway
April 14, 2026 | Member Submitted
Originally published in the Tahoe Daily Tribune, 04/14/2026, Staff Report
Incline Village residents heading to the beach this summer will see big changes underway.
Construction is set to begin at Incline Beach in mid-April for a new beach house facility.
The Incline Beach House Project will replace the aging snack bar, tiki bar, and restrooms. Plans include a commercial kitchen, ordering windows, patio seating, fire pits, and restrooms available year-round.
“The main goal is to replace the 60 plus year old facilities that are currently at Incline Beach, with modern infrastructure that better meets the needs of Incline Village residents and their guests,” said Paul Raymore with the Incline Village General Improvement District.
During construction, the main entrance to Incline Beach will close. A temporary entrance will open nearby, but parking will be limited.
Connecting Housing, Transportation, and Opportunity in the Tahoe Basin
April 14, 2026 | Member Submitted
Workforce housing and transportation are two of the most pressing challenges in the Tahoe Basin—and they are deeply interconnected. Addressing them requires not just new ideas, but better alignment across sectors, jurisdictions, and solutions.
At the 2026 Tahoe Economic Summit, this session will bring that conversation into focus, starting with the latest regional data and trends presented by Karen Fink, Long Range Planning Director at Tahoe Regional Planning Agency. Grounded in this shared understanding, the discussion will explore three core approaches shaping the path forward: building new housing, better utilizing existing housing through policy innovation, and strengthening regional transportation systems.
A panel of local leaders will then bring these strategies to life through real-world examples:Jessica Wackenhut Lomeli, Housing Manager, City of South Lake Tahoe — highlighting programs like the Long-Term Rental Incentive ProgramJim Marino, Executive Director, Tahoe Transportation District — sharing progress on microtransit, regional connectivity, and infrastructure investmentsJerry Bindel, Forest Suites & Hotel & Lodging Association — offering the employer perspective on workforce housing and transportation solutions.
Together, this session will examine the tradeoffs, costs, and opportunities across each approach—moving beyond the problem to focus on practical, coordinated solutions that support Tahoe’s workforce and economy.
Join us on May 7 at the Tahoe Blue Event Center to be part of the conversation and leave with a clearer understanding of where we’re headed—and how you can be part of the solution. ? Tickets are on sale now. Limited seating – don’t miss out!
