South Lake Tahoe public meetings in 2025
49 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
12 09 2025 Concejo Municpal
The South Lake Tahoe City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed 2026 garbage collection rate increase tied to SB 1383. The council will also address a vacant seat via special election or appointment, select a mayor and mayor pro tem for 2026, and receive a presentation on black bear management that could lead to ordinance changes. A consent agenda includes a city employee minimum wage increase to $16.90, purchase of a $1.19M fire truck, and $106,926 for boat patrol engines.
- Vacant council seat: consider special election (June 2, 2026) or appointment
- Black bear management presentation from California Fish and Wildlife
- Public hearing on 2026 garbage rate increase and SB 1383 compliance
- Purchase of a Type I fire truck for $1,193,098.73
- Increase city minimum wage to $16.90 effective Jan 1, 2026
12 17 2025 Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission will vote to approve meeting minutes from October 15, 2025, and set a recurring meeting date and time for 2026. The commission will also receive updates from the Parks Foundation and on recreation programming. Commissioner reports on sub-committee assignments will be given.
- Approval of October 15, 2025, meeting minutes
- Setting a recurring meeting date and time for 2026
- Receive and file Parks Foundation update
- Receive and file Recreation Programming update
- Commissioner reports on sub-committee assignments (Mid-Town Revitalization, Bijou Area Plan, etc.)
12 11 2025 Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three appeals of vacation home rental permit denials at 716 Clement Street, 3008 Oakland Avenue, and 2075 Slalom Court. Staff recommends resolutions denying each appeal. The Commission will also consider adopting its 2026 regular meeting schedule and approve minutes from the November 13, 2025 meeting.
- Appeal of vacation home rental permit denial at 716 Clement Street – staff recommends denial
- Appeal of vacation home rental permit denial at 3008 Oakland Avenue – staff recommends denial
- Appeal of vacation home rental permit denial at 2075 Slalom Court – staff recommends denial
- Adoption of 2026 Planning Commission regular meeting schedule
- Approval of November 13, 2025 meeting minutes
12 09 2025 Special Closed Session City Council
The City Council will meet in closed session to discuss two legal matters: anticipated litigation regarding a liability claim from Chris Fanini concerning a partial refund of an Inclusionary Housing Ordinance in-lieu fee, and existing litigation in the case of Leslie Asbury v. City of South Lake Tahoe (workers' compensation). No public votes or decisions are scheduled.
- Conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation from Chris Fanini over partial refund of Inclusionary Housing Ordinance in-lieu fee (Gov. Code § 54956.9(d)(2)).
- Conference with legal counsel on existing litigation: Leslie Asbury v. City of South Lake Tahoe, Workers Compensation Appeals Board Case No. ADJ18872105 (Gov. Code § 54956.9(d)(1)).
12 09 2025 City Council and South Tahoe Redevelopment Successor Agency
The City Council will decide how to fill a council vacancy (by special election or appointment), select a Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem for 2026, and receive a presentation from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife on black bear management. The consent agenda includes approval of a $1.19M fire engine purchase, $106k boat motors for police, and other routine items.
- Decision on filling City Council vacancy via special election or appointment
- Selection of 2026 Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem
- Presentation on black bear management and potential ordinance changes
- Purchase of one Type I Fire Engine for $1,193,098.73
- Purchase of two Mercury Verado 350 HP outboard motors for police patrol boat for up to $106,926.01
12 11 2025 Comisión de Planificación
The Planning Commission will consider appeals of denied vacation home rental permits at 716 Clement Street, 3008 Oakland Avenue, and 2075 Slalom Court, with staff recommending denial of each appeal. The commission will also adopt the 2026 regular meeting calendar and approve minutes from the November 13, 2025 meeting.
- Appeal of vacation rental permit denial at 716 Clement Street
- Appeal of vacation rental permit denial at 3008 Oakland Avenue
- Appeal of vacation rental permit denial at 2075 Slalom Court
- Adoption of 2026 Planning Commission meeting calendar
- Approval of November 13, 2025 meeting minutes
12 03 2025 Arts, Culture and Tourism Commission
The Arts, Culture and Tourism Commission will approve minutes from November 5, 2025, receive a staff report on America 250, set a recurring 2026 meeting date and time, and review the 2026 Work Plan schedule. All items are procedural or informational; no major policy decisions are on the agenda.
- Approve November 5, 2025 meeting minutes
- Receive and file staff report on America 250
- Approve recurring 2026 meeting date and time for the commission
- Receive and file 2026 ACT Work Plan schedule
- Sub-committee updates on AI Policy, Work Plan, and Airport Art Installation
11 18 2025 Concejo Municipal
The City Council will decide whether to appoint a member to fill a vacant seat until December 2026, order further recruitment, or call a special election. Consent items include a $110,000 contract for runway NAVAID services, $85,222 for recreation center furniture, and a $63,400 truck purchase. Ordinances on the city seal and adoption of 2025 California building codes are up for second reading.
- Appointment to fill City Council vacancy (Item 8) – options: appoint until Dec 2026, continue recruitment, or call special election
- 3-year contract with Safe Flight Instrument Landing Systems for runway 18 NAVAID installations totaling $110,000 (Item 3)
- Contract with Meteor Education LLC for recreation and aquatic center office furniture for $85,222.51 (Item 4)
- Purchase of a Chevrolet 2500HD truck for building maintenance division for $63,400.80 (Item 5)
- Second reading of ordinances adopting 2025 California Building Standards Code and amending city seal (Items 6 & 7)
11 04 2025 Concejo Municipal
The city council will vote on several significant purchases, including a Lenco Bearcat G3 Pro armored vehicle for $433,964 and a Freightliner sander for $422,340. They will also consider ratifying a three-year Microsoft license agreement for $357,150 and authorizing a $200,000 contract to update the Housing Element. Additionally, the council will receive annual reports from the police, planning, and other commissions.
- Purchase of Lenco Bearcat G3 Pro armored vehicle for $433,963.88 from Lenco Industries
- Purchase of one Freightliner sander truck for $422,340.41 for Public Works
- Ratification of three-year Microsoft enterprise license agreement with Insight Public Sector for $357,150.36
- Amendment #5 to Wildscape Engineering contract for Upper Bijou Park Creek Restoration, adding $150,000 (total not to exceed $705,258.51)
- Professional services agreement with PlaceWorks for Housing Element Update 2027-2035, up to $200,000
11 18 2025 City Council
The City Council will consider three options to fill a council vacancy: appointing a member now, continuing recruitment, or calling a special election consolidated with June 2026 primary. The consent agenda includes a $110,000 NAVAID facility agreement, $85,222.51 for recreation center furniture, a $63,400.80 vehicle purchase, and adoption of the 2025 California Building Standards Code.
- Council vacancy appointment: options include immediate appointment, continued recruitment, or special election
- 3-year professional service agreement for Runway 18 NAVAID facility with Safe Flight Instrument Landing Systems, total $110,000
- Agreement with Meteor Education LLC for office furniture at the Multigenerational Recreation & Aquatic Center, $85,222.51
- Purchase of Chevrolet 2500HD 4WD Crew Cab for Building Facilities Division, $63,400.80
- Ordinance adopting 2025 California Building Standards Code (Title 24) including Green, Building, Fire, and related codes
11 13 2025 Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will first elect a Chair and Vice-Chair for the remainder of 2025 and then approve the October 16, 2025 meeting minutes. Under new business, they will hear appeals of denied vacation home rental applications at 716 Clement Street, 439 Ala Wai Boulevard #104, and 741 Lakeview Avenue, and consider a tentative subdivision map for the Old Colony Inn Residences at 3794 Montreal Road to convert to condominiums.
- Election of Planning Commission Chair and Vice-Chair for the remainder of 2025
- Vacation home rental denial appeal at 716 Clement Street (APN 023-502-043)
- Vacation home rental denial appeal at 439 Ala Wai Boulevard #104 (APN 022-281-020)
- Vacation home rental denial appeal at 741 Lakeview Avenue (APN 026-021-005)
- Old Colony Inn Residences tentative subdivision map (condominium purposes) at 3794 Montreal Road (APN 029-720-007)
11 13 2025 Comisión de Planificación
The Planning Commission will hear appeals of denied vacation rental applications at three properties and consider a tentative subdivision map for condominiums at the Old Colony Inn site. The meeting also includes reorganization to select a chair and vice president for the remainder of 2025.
- Appeal of denied vacation rental at 716 Clement Street
- Appeal of denied vacation rental at 439 Ala Wai Boulevard #104
- Appeal of denied vacation rental at 741 Lakeview Avenue
- Tentative subdivision map for Old Colony Inn Residences at 3794 Montreal Road (APN 029-720-007)
- Selection of Planning Commission chair and vice president
11 05 2025 Arts, Culture and Tourism Commission
The Arts, Culture and Tourism Commission will consider selecting a digital art submission for display at the new Multigenerational Recreation & Aquatics Center. The commission will also vote on moving forward with a Heavenly Art Exhibition to be hosted at the airport. Consent agenda includes approval of October 1, 2025, meeting minutes.
- Approve October 1, 2025 meeting minutes
- Select digital art submission for Multigenerational Recreation & Aquatics Center (six submissions under review)
- Decide on Heavenly Art Exhibition at the airport
- Subcommittee assignments: AI Policy, Work Plan, Airport Art Installation
11 04 2025 City Council
The City Council will decide on several purchases and agreements, including a $433,963.88 armored vehicle for the police department, a $422,340.41 sander truck, and ratifying a $357,150.36 Microsoft licensing agreement. They will also consider a $200,000 contract for the 2027-2035 Housing Element Update and an application for a turf rebate. Consent agenda items include approving minutes, records retention, and annual commission reports.
- Purchase of Lenco Bearcat G3 Pro armored vehicle for $433,963.88 from Lenco Industries
- Purchase of one Freightliner Sander Truck for $422,340.41 for Public Works
- Ratification of three-year Microsoft enterprise licensing agreement with Insight Public Sector for $357,150.36
- Professional Services Agreement with PlaceWorks for 2027-2035 Housing Element Update, not to exceed $200,000
- Amendment No. 5 with Wildscape Engineering for Upper Bijou Park Creek Watershed Restoration Project for $150,000
10 29 2025 Police Advisory Commission
The Police Advisory Commission will discuss and potentially approve the replacement of an MRAP vehicle with a law enforcement specific rescue vehicle. The commission will also receive the Police Chief's strategic vision and goals, and review the commission's 2025 annual report. Approval of the August 6, 2025 meeting minutes is also on the agenda.
- Replace MRAP with Law Enforcement Specific Rescue Vehicle
- Police Chief Strategic Vision, Goals, and Values presentation
- Police Advisory Commission Annual Report 2025 review and possible direction
- Approval of August 6, 2025 meeting minutes
10 21 2025 Special Closed Session City Council
The City Council will hold a special closed session to confer with legal counsel on two existing workers' compensation litigation cases: Patrick Hambel v. City of South Lake Tahoe and John Miller v. City of South Lake Tahoe. No public decisions or votes are expected during this closed session.
- Conference with legal counsel on Patrick Hambel v. City of South Lake Tahoe, Workers' Compensation Appeals Board Case No. ADJ14749718
- Conference with legal counsel on John Miller v. City of South Lake Tahoe, Workers' Compensation Appeals Board Case Nos. ADJ17872997 and ADJ19215685
10 21 2025 City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing on first reading of two versions of an ordinance amending vacation home rental regulations: Version 1 establishes a cap of 1,200 permits in residential areas, and Version 2 prohibits adjacent properties from being vacation home rentals. The council will also reorganize its leadership and decide how to fill a current council vacancy—either by appointment or by a special election in June 2026. Other items include purchasing three police vehicles for $207,196, accepting a $104,839 state grant for boat motors, and buying networking equipment for the new Multigenerational Recreation and Aquatic Center for $130,000.
- First reading of ordinance to amend vacation home rental regulations (Version 1: cap of 1,200 in residential areas; Version 2: ban on adjacent-property VHRs)
- Council reorganization: selection of Mayor and Mayor Pro-Tem for remainder of 2025, and process to fill City Council vacancy (appointment or special election)
- Purchase of three 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 4WD pickups from Champion Chevrolet and related equipment for $207,195.74
- Acceptance of California State Parks grant up to $104,838.86 for two Mercury Verado 350 HP outboard motors for police patrol boat
- Purchase agreement with Cadence Team, Inc. for $130,000 for networking and IT equipment for the Multigenerational Recreation and Aquatic Center
10 16 2025 AMENDED AGENDA - Planning Commission
The South Lake Tahoe Planning Commission will consider three appeals of denied vacation home rental applications at 3132 Fresno Avenue, 3418 Bruce Drive, and 4019 Blackrock Road. The commission will also discuss and forward recommendations on the Vacation Home Rental Ordinance to the City Council. Additionally, the commission will review its annual report to the City Council and approve meeting minutes from September 18, 2025.
- Appeal of VHR denial at 3132 Fresno Avenue, APN 026-071-022
- Appeal of VHR denial at 3418 Bruce Drive, APN 025-394-002
- Appeal of VHR denial at 4019 Blackrock Road, APN 029-074-011
- Discussion and recommendation on Vacation Home Rental Ordinance
- Annual Planning Commission and Airport Land Use Commission report to City Council
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission will consider approving the September 17, 2025 meeting minutes and then receive and file reports on the annual department report, a Parks Foundation update, and recreation programming. The meeting also includes sub-committee assignments and updates from staff and commissioners.
- Approve September 17, 2025 meeting minutes
- Receive & file Parks & Recreation Commission Annual Report
- Receive & file Parks Foundation Update
- Receive & file Recreation Programming report
- Sub-committee assignments for Mid-Town Revitalization, Bijou Area Plan, Recreation and Equitable Access, Bike Mobility and Connectivity, and Senior Focus
10 15 2025 Parks and Recreation Commission
The Commission will review a Parks & Recreation User Fee Study and updates on recreation programming. The meeting also includes an update from the Parks Foundation.
- Review of Parks & Recreation User Fee Study
- Recreation Programming report
- Parks Foundation Update
- Approval of June 18, 2025, meeting minutes
10 16 2025 AGENDA ENMENDADA - Comisión de Planificación
The Planning Commission will discuss the Vacation Rental Ordinance and consider sending recommendations to the City Council. They will also vote on three appeals of denied vacation rental applications at specific addresses and consider approving the annual Planning Commission and Airport Land Use Commission report.
- Discussion on Vacation Rental Ordinance and recommendation to City Council
- Appeal of denied vacation rental application at 3132 Fresno Avenue, APN 026-071-022
- Appeal of denied vacation rental application at 3418 Bruce Drive, APN 025-394-002
- Appeal of denied vacation rental application at 4019 Blackrock Road, APN 029-074-011
- Approval of 2024-2025 Annual Planning Commission and Airport Land Use Commission report
09 23 2025 Concejo Municipal
The council will receive presentations from the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) on the 'Life in Tahoe' strategic priority (housing) and the Transportation Mobility Mitigation Rate, and consider a motion to provide policy recommendations to the TRPA board. The consent agenda includes ratifying change orders for the Bellamy parking lot improvements, purchasing two Chevrolet Silverado vehicles for parking ambassadors, authorizing participation in national opioid settlements with Purdue and other manufacturers, and approving multiple professional service contracts, including a $474,946 plan for the Mainstreet US 50/89 corridor and a $441,916 snow removal contract.
- Presentation and policy recommendations on TRPA housing and transportation mobility mitigation rate (Item 2)
- Contract with CDM Smith for Mainstreet US 50/89 multimodal corridor plan up to $474,946 (Item 8)
- Participation in national opioid settlements with Purdue and secondary manufacturers (Item 7)
- Ratification of six change orders for Bellamy parking lot Phase II improvements totaling $21,912.97 (Item 4)
- Purchase of two 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 4WD trucks for parking ambassadors, up to $85,826.16 (Item 6)
10 01 2025 Arts, Culture and Tourism Commission
The Arts, Culture and Tourism Commission will receive and file a staff report on the 2026 ACT Budget Review, the annual report, and an update on the Heavenly Art Exhibit. The commission will also vote to approve the September 3, 2025, meeting minutes. No other actionable items are listed.
- Approve September 3, 2025, meeting minutes
- Receive and file Heavenly Art Exhibit report
- Receive and file ACT Commission Annual Report
- Receive and file 2026 ACT Budget Review
09 23 2025 City Council
The City Council will receive presentations from the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency on the Tahoe Living housing strategic priority and the Transportation Mobility Mitigation Fee, then consider passing a motion with policy recommendations to the TRPA Governing Board. Other major items include approving a $474,946.27 contract for the US 50/89 Multimodal Mainstreet Corridor Plan and a resolution to participate in national opioid litigation settlements totaling undetermined amounts.
- Presentation and policy recommendations on TRPA Tahoe Living Housing Strategic Priority and Transportation Mobility Mitigation Fee
- Agreement with CDM Smith for US 50/89 Multimodal Mainstreet Corridor Plan not to exceed $474,946.27
- Resolution to accept and appropriate funds from national opioid litigation settlements with Purdue/Sackler and eight secondary manufacturers
- Amendment No. 2 to Trella Tahoe snow removal contract not to exceed $441,916.00 for winter 2025-26
- Ratification of six change orders for Bellamy Parking Garage improvements totaling $21,912.97
09 18 2025 Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a major design review for Tahoe Fly Fishing Outfitters, including a transfer of 712 square feet of commercial floor area at 2705 Lake Tahoe Boulevard for a new storage building. They will also decide on three appeals of denied vacation home rental applications at 759 Lakeview Avenue, 4019 Blackrock Road, and 3340 Pioneer Trail. The consent agenda includes approval of the August 21, 2025 meeting minutes.
- Tahoe Fly Fishing Outfitters Major Design Review, transfer of 712 sq ft of commercial floor area at 2705 Lake Tahoe Boulevard
- Vacation Home Rental denial appeal for 759 Lakeview Avenue (APN 026-022-009)
- Vacation Home Rental denial appeal for 4019 Blackrock Road (APN 029-074-011)
- Vacation Home Rental denial appeal for 3340 Pioneer Trail (APN 025-670-006)
- Approval of August 21, 2025 Planning Commission meeting minutes
09 18 2025 Comisión de Planificación
The South Lake Tahoe Planning Commission will meet on September 18, 2025, to consider a major design review and a transfer of 712 square feet of commercial floor area for Tahoe Fly Fishing Outfitters. The commission will also vote on three appeals regarding denied short-term rental permits at 759 Lakeview Avenue, 4019 Blackrock Road, and 3340 Pioneer Trail. The agenda includes approval of August meeting minutes and standard public comment procedures.
- Major Design Review and 712 sq ft Commercial Floor Area transfer for Tahoe Fly Fishing Outfitters at 2705 Lake Tahoe Boulevard
- Appeal denial for short-term rental permit at 759 Lakeview Avenue (APN 026-022-009)
- Appeal denial for short-term rental permit at 4019 Blackrock Road (APN 029-074-011)
- Appeal denial for short-term rental permit at 3340 Pioneer Trail (APN 025-670-006)
- Approval of August 21, 2025 Planning Commission meeting minutes
09 09 2025 Concejo Municipal
The city council will consider a consent agenda that includes a $530,000 reimbursement agreement with the South Tahoe Public Utility District for repaving and water pipe replacement on Bijou. Other notable consent items involve contracts for fitness equipment and batting cages for the new recreation center, temporary easements to Caltrans for Highway 50 pavement work, and adoption of the city's investment policy. Two ceremonial proclamations are also scheduled.
- $530,000 reimbursement agreement with STPUD for Bijou 1 water pipe replacement and repaving (Item 13)
- $120,021 contract with Freemotion Fitness for exercise equipment at the new recreation center (Item 7)
- $85,844.67 contract with Grand Slam Safety for batting cages, plus $30,000 donation from South Tahoe Parks Foundation (Item 10)
- Temporary construction easements to Caltrans for Highway 50 pavement project, receiving $14,500 in total (Item 8)
- Annual investment policy adoption and quarterly financial report (Items 5-6)
09 09 2025 City Council
The City Council will hold a second reading of an ordinance to lower speed limits on sections of Sierra Boulevard. They will also consider consent agenda items including contracts for exercise equipment ($120,021) and batting cages ($85,844) for the new recreation center, temporary construction easements to Caltrans ($14,500), and a traffic signal maintenance agreement ($3,000/year). Additionally, they will adopt the annual investment policy and receive the quarterly financial report.
- Ordinance lowering speed limits on Sierra Boulevard (second reading)
- Professional Services Agreement with Freemotion Fitness for $120,021.47 for exercise equipment at new recreation center
- Grant of temporary construction easements to Caltrans for $14,500 total (U.S. Highway 50 Pavement Preservation Project)
- Maintenance Agreement with Caltrans for traffic signals at Pioneer Trail/Ski Run Blvd., Pioneer Trail/Al Tahoe Blvd., and Al Tahoe Blvd./Johnson Blvd. ($3,000/year)
- Accept $30,000 donation from South Tahoe Parks Foundation and award $85,844.67 contract for batting cages at new recreation center
08 26 2025 Taller de Presupuestos del Concejo Municipal
The South Lake Tahoe City Council holds a budget workshop to receive the recommended FY 2025-2026 budget, including approval of the operating and capital improvement program budget and a list of permanent positions. The council will also hold a public hearing on AB 2561 regarding local public employee vacancies and discuss funding or potential termination of the South Tahoe Joint Transit Authority.
- Public hearing on AB 2561 vacant positions report
- Update on South Tahoe Joint Transit Authority: funding or termination decision
- Recommended FY 2025-2026 budget with resolution for operating and capital improvements
- Approval of permanent position list including new, eliminated, and reclassified positions
09 03 2025 Arts, Culture and Tourism Commission
The Arts, Culture and Tourism Commission will consider approving August meeting minutes and receive reports on the Heavenly Art Exhibit, an annual report to the City Council, and a new AI policy for the Commission. The meeting is open for public comment in person or via Zoom.
- Approve August 6, 2025 meeting minutes (consent agenda)
- Receive & File staff report on Heavenly Art Exhibit
- Receive & File annual report for City Council
- Receive & File staff report on ACT Commission AI Policy
08 26 2025 Special Closed Session City Council
The South Lake Tahoe City Council will hold a special closed session on August 26, 2025, to discuss labor negotiations with the City Manager, who is an unrepresented employee. The City Attorney, Heather Stroud, will serve as the designated representative. No public comment or action is expected during this closed session.
- Closed session: Conference with Labor Negotiator regarding unrepresented employee – City Manager (Government Code § 54957.6(a)); designated representative: Heather Stroud, City Attorney.
08 26 2025 City Council Budget Workshop
The City Council will hold a budget workshop to consider adopting the FY 2025-2026 municipal operating and capital improvement budget and the list of allocated permanent positions. A public hearing is scheduled on the AB 2561 vacant positions report. The council will also discuss the future of the South Tahoe Transit Joint Powers Authority, including the option to provide notice of termination. An agenda planning calendar will be reviewed.
- Public hearing and acceptance of the AB 2561 'Vacant Positions' report
- Decision on funding or termination of the South Tahoe Transit Joint Powers Authority
- Adoption of FY 2025-2026 budget and capital improvement program (two resolutions)
- Approval of the FY 2025-2026 list of allocated permanent positions, including new, eliminated, and reclassified positions
- Review and modification of the Agenda Planning Calendar
08 21 2025 Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider recommending that the City Council adopt the 2025 California Building Standards Code, including green building, fire, and related codes. They will also hear an appeal of a vacation home rental denial at 759 Lakeview Avenue, discuss preapproved accessory dwelling unit (ADU) designs, and review an eleven-unit residential project requiring a major design review and special use permit.
- Vacation home rental application denial appeal at 759 Lakeview Avenue (APN 026-022-009)
- Discussion and possible approval of four preapproved ADU designs for City Council
- Recommendation to adopt 2025 California Building Standards Code (Title 6, Chapter 6.15)
- Eleven-unit residential project major design review and special use permit (File #25-029)
- Approval of June 26, 2025 Planning Commission meeting minutes
08 20 2025 Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission will receive and file a Parks & Recreation User Fee Study, including a proposed fee schedule. They will also receive updates on recreation programming and the Parks Foundation. The commission will consider approving the June 18, 2025 meeting minutes and discuss sub-committee assignments.
- Review of Parks & Recreation User Fee Study with proposed fee schedule
- Approval of June 18, 2025 meeting minutes
- Update on recreation programming
- Parks Foundation update
- Sub-committee assignments for Mid-Town Revitalization, Bijou Area Plan, Recreation and Equitable Access, Bike Mobility, Senior Focus
08 12 2025 Concejo Municipal
The City Council will consider a consent agenda including an $807,164.60 contract to construct a 0.6-mile bike and pedestrian trail in Bijou Community Park. Also up for approval are a $237,875.80 furniture contract for the new Recreation and Aquatic Center, a 3-year $113,538 cybersecurity services agreement, and updated EV charging fees that eliminate the grace period. Reimbursement contracts with the South Tahoe Public Utility District for drainage and stormwater improvements total nearly $500,000.
- Award $807,164.60 construction contract to The Design Build Inc. for Bijou Park Connector Trail
- Approve $237,875.80 contract with Meteor Education for furniture at new Recreation and Aquatic Center
- Authorize 3-year $113,538 cybersecurity services contract with Arctic Wolf
- Adopt updated EV charging fee structure eliminating the grace period for public chargers
- Execute reimbursement agreements with South Tahoe PUD for drainage and stormwater projects totaling $499,152.50
08 21 2025 Comisión de Planificación
The Planning Commission will consider a consent agenda and several new business items. These include an appeal of a denied vacation rental application, discussion on pre-approved Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) designs, a recommendation to adopt the 2025 California Building Standards Code, and a design review for an eleven-unit residential project. Public comments will be taken on all items.
- Appeal of denial of vacation rental application at 759 Lakeview Avenue (APN 026-022-009)
- Discussion and potential approval of pre-approved ADU design plans for presentation to City Council
- Recommendation to City Council to adopt 2025 California Building Standards Code (Title 24), including Green Building, Building, Fire, and related codes
- Design review and special use permit for an eleven-unit residential project (File #25-029), categorically exempt from CEQA under Section 15332 (Class 32 infill)
- Approval of Planning Commission minutes from June 26, 2025
08 12 2025 Special Closed Session City Council
The South Lake Tahoe City Council is holding a special closed session meeting to confer with legal counsel on three matters: one anticipated litigation case and two existing workers' compensation lawsuits. No public action will be taken in open session. The closed session is authorized under California Government Code sections 54956.9(d)(4) and (d)(1).
- Conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (one case) under Gov. Code § 54956.9(d)(4).
- Existing litigation: Herlinda Beltran v. City of South Lake Tahoe, Workers' Compensation Appeals Board Case Nos. ADJ17894958 and ADJ12468995.
- Existing litigation: Kyle Printz v. City of South Lake Tahoe, Workers' Compensation Appeals Board Case Nos. ADJ16686341 and ADJ18748809.
08 12 2025 City Council and South Tahoe Joint Powers Parking Financing Authority
The City Council will decide on a consent agenda including an update to electric vehicle charging rates that eliminates the grace period for public chargers, a construction contract for a 0.6-mile trail in Bijou Park, and several reimbursement agreements with the South Tahoe Public Utility District. The meeting also covers routine items such as minutes, a traffic safety grant, and financial policy amendments.
- Update to electric vehicle charging rate for public chargers, eliminating grace period (Item 8)
- Award of $807,164.60 construction contract to The Design Build Inc. for Bijou Park Connector Multi-Use Trail (Item 2)
- Award of $237,875.80 contract to Meteor Education for furniture at new Multigenerational Recreation and Aquatic Center (Item 6)
- Reimbursement agreements with South Tahoe Public Utility District: up to $439,423.75 for Tahoe Valley Stormwater and Greenbelt Improvement Project (Item 10)
- Three-year cybersecurity contract with Arctic Wolf for $113,538 (Item 7)
08 06 2025 Police Advisory Commission
The Police Advisory Commission will consider approving the May 7, 2025 meeting minutes and receive an update from the South Tahoe Alternative Collaborative Services (STACS) program. The meeting also includes public comment periods and staff reports.
- Approval of meeting minutes from May 7, 2025
- Update on South Tahoe Alternative Collaborative Services (STACS)
08 06 2025 Arts, Culture and Tourism Commission
The Arts, Culture and Tourism Commission will vote on two publicly visible art permit applications: a mural at 1029 Takela Drive and a metal sculpture titled 'Flower Moon' at a public park. Commissioners will also receive a presentation on 'Art and Culture: South Shore's Next Evolution', consider a Public Art Maintenance Policy, and discuss the ACT Work Plan Meeting Items Schedule. The meeting includes approval of the July 2, 2025, meeting minutes.
- Publicly Visible Art Permit for a mural at 1029 Takela Drive (applicant Rebecca Bryson)
- Publicly Visible Art Permit for a metal sculpture 'Flower Moon' at a public park
- Presentation: 'Art and Culture: South Shore's Next Evolution' by Carl Ribaudo
- Consideration of a Public Art Maintenance Policy
- Receive and file updated ACT Work Plan Meeting Items Schedule
07 02 2025 Arts, Culture and Tourism Commission
The Arts, Culture and Tourism Commission will review submitted microgrant applications and decide whether to award grants or schedule a special meeting for further review. The consent agenda includes approval of the June 4, 2025 meeting minutes.
- Review of 17 microgrant applications from local artists and organizations
- Applicants include Latos, Hoagland, Encompass Youth, O'Toole, Levine/Bear Metal Welding, Marianelli/Sky White Tiger, Tillson/Tahoe Ballet, Puig Cuellar, Kauffmann, Uppendahl/Marcella Foundation, Ficara/LTDFF, Dorsett/BFF Tahoe, Hutner, and Bryson/TAL
- Consent agenda item to approve June 4, 2025 meeting minutes
- Commissioners may request items for future agendas
06 26 2025 Special Planning Commission
The South Lake Tahoe Planning Commission will hold a special meeting to consider a Major Design Review and request to allocate and transfer 1,033 square feet of commercial floor area for Tahoe Cider Company. The project is found categorically exempt from CEQA under Class 2. The consent agenda includes approval of meeting minutes from May 15, 2025.
- Tahoe Cider Company Major Design Review and request for allocation and transfer of 1,033 square feet of commercial floor area (File DR25-002)
- CEQA categorical exemption determination under Section 15302, Class 2 (replacement/construction of existing structures)
- Approval of May 15, 2025 Planning Commission meeting minutes (consent item)
06 25 2025 Comisión de Planificación Especial
The Planning Commission will consider a major design review and allocation/transfer of 1,033 square feet of commercial area for Tahoe Cider Company. The project is proposed as categorically exempt from CEQA under Class 2. The commission will also vote on approving minutes from the May 15, 2025 meeting.
- Major Design Review and transfer of 1,033 sq ft commercial area for Tahoe Cider Company (DR25-002)
- CEQA categorical exemption under Section 15302, Class 2 (replacement of existing structures)
- Approval of minutes from May 15, 2025 Planning Commission meeting
06 17 2025 City Council and South Tahoe Redevelopment Successor Agency
The City Council will consider a second reading of an ordinance to modify vacation home rental regulations outside the Tourist Core Area Plan, along with a resolution establishing an initial application period for prior permittees. Other notable actions include approving a $217,675 hazardous fuels reduction agreement with West Coast Arborists for South Tahoe High School, accepting a $300,000 grant from California Tahoe Conservancy for fuels reduction on CTC property, and authorizing a snow removal agreement with Heavenly Valley Limited Partnership on specified streets. The council will also vote on accepting a grant for the Regan Beach Rehabilitation Plan and allocating funds for the El Dorado Beach Revetment Project.
- Ordinance amending Vacation Home Rental regulations outside Tourist Core (second reading) and resolution for initial application preference
- $217,675 hazardous fuels reduction agreement with West Coast Arborists for South Tahoe High School
- $300,000 grant from California Tahoe Conservancy for fuels reduction on CTC-owned property
- Snow removal agreement with Heavenly Valley Limited Partnership on Ski Run Boulevard, Saddle Road, Keller Road, Wildwood Avenue, and Needle Peak Road
- Grant acceptance for Regan Beach Rehabilitation Plan and budget allocation for El Dorado Beach Revetment Project
06 03 2025 Consejo Municipal
The South Lake Tahoe City Council will hold a public hearing on a $20 parcel tax to fund ongoing snow removal equipment purchases. The council will also consider a first reading of an ordinance modifying short-term rental rules outside the Central Tourist Area, approve a contract with Workbench for pre-approved accessory dwelling unit plans, and review the draft Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan and budget recommendations for fiscal year 2025-2026. Routine actions include approving the city salary table, adopting road maintenance projects funded by SB 1, and receiving quarterly financial reports.
- Public hearing on a $20 parcel tax to fund continuous snow removal equipment purchases in El Dorado County Service Area No. 3
- First reading of an ordinance modifying short-term rental regulations outside the Central Tourist Area
- Approval of a contract with Workbench to develop pre-approved plans for smaller accessory dwelling units
- Second reading of an ordinance amending the Time-Share Property Ordinance (Chapter 6.60)
- Review of the draft Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan and budget recommendations for fiscal year 2025-2026
06 12 2025 Reunión de la Comisión de Planificación - Aviso de Cancelación
The regularly scheduled June 12, 2025 Planning Commission meeting has been cancelled because of insufficient public noticing. A special meeting to replace it will be held on June 26, 2025 at 3:00 pm in City Hall Council Chambers, 1901 Lisa Maloff Way. No items were discussed or decided.
- June 12, 2025 regular meeting cancelled due to insufficient public noticing
- Special meeting rescheduled for June 26, 2025 at 3:00 pm at City Hall Council Chambers, 1901 Lisa Maloff Way
06 12 2025 Planning Commission Meeting - Notice of Cancellation
The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for June 12, 2025 has been cancelled because public noticing was insufficient. A special meeting is now set for June 26, 2025 at 3:00 pm in City Hall Council Chambers at 1901 Lisa Maloff Way.
- Meeting cancelled due to insufficient public noticing
- Special meeting rescheduled to June 26, 2025 at 3:00 pm at 1901 Lisa Maloff Way
06 04 2025 Arts, Culture and Tourism Commission
The Arts, Culture and Tourism Commission will review a permit for 15 new wind sculptures at 4000 Lake Tahoe Blvd. The meeting also includes discussions regarding new art installations for the Recreation Center and the ACT Work Plan schedule.
- Publicly Visible Art Permit for 15 wind sculptures at 4000 Lake Tahoe Blvd
- New Recreation Center art installations
- ACT Work Plan meeting items schedule
06 03 2025 Special Closed Session City Council
The city council is holding a special closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding existing litigation. The only agenda item is the case 'South Lake Tahoe Property Owners Group v. City of South Lake Tahoe' (El Dorado County Superior Court Case No. SC20180243). No other business is scheduled.
- Conference with legal counsel on ongoing lawsuit: South Lake Tahoe Property Owners Group v. City of South Lake Tahoe