NTCA News

Placer County is seeking applicants to fill an upcoming vacancy on the Placer County Planning Commission for an at-large seat representing residents who live east of the Sierra Crest.



The Planning Commission is the principal advisory body to the Placer County Board of Supervisors on planning and land-use matters. The current seat term expires Dec. 31, and the new appointment will fill a four-year term. Residents interested in serving on the Planning Commission are encouraged to learn more about the commission, review eligibility requirements and submit an application to the Clerk of the Board.

Tahoe Wood Hosts Milling Demo to Keep Tahoe’s Wood Local

Supported by tourism-generated TOT-TBID Dollars at Work funding, Tahoe Wood is working to strengthen the regional wood economy – connecting forest restoration byproducts with local markets to support wildfire risk mitigation and community resilience. A new directory highlights the growing array of local wood and forestry businesses across the broader Tahoe region that are helping to keep our forests healthy. Businesses interested in being listed can fill out this form. The team has also unlocked additional funding, most recently being awarded approximately $600,000 through the California Strategic Growth Council for a mass timber capacity building project. Want to receive updates from Tahoe Wood about events, workshops and more?

With tourism-generated funding provided by TOT-TBID Dollars At Work and TCPUD property tax dollars, the West Shore Trail Reconstruction Project is nearing completion. The trail, originally built in the 1970s, included the 2026 rebuilding of approximately 1.4 miles of trail between Sunnyside and 64-Acres to improve pavement conditions and the user experience. This followed efforts in 2024 and 2025 to reconstruct additional trail segments and included widening the trail where feasible, adding new signage, striping, railings, slope adjustments and other safety enhancements.

Events Park and Ride Pilot Served 12 Events During Inaugural Season

This summer, the TNT-TMA expanded summer transit services with a pilot that included free event shuttles funded by TOT-TBID Dollars At Work. The enhanced service provided convenient transportation to 12 events throughout the summer and fall, including Fourth of July festivities, the Concerts at Commons Beach series, and Oktoberfest, while helping reduce traffic congestion, ease parking demand, and encourage the use of free public transit. The popular Winter Park and Ride service will resume December through April, providing convenient access to Palisades Tahoe, Northstar and Sugar Bowl.

Oct. 30: Ribbon-cutting for New Truckee River Trail Murals

In partnership with Placer County and Arts for the Schools, TBID funds generated by tourism supported the creation of two large-scale murals at the Truckee River Bridge in Tahoe City. The vibrant installations celebrate regional identity and were created by two female-led artist teams following an extensive public feedback process involving over 500 community members. “The Light,” by Frida Ticehurst, explores Lake Tahoe’s shifting light and local history. “A Dip Into the Truckee River Ecosystem,” by Bryn Merrell and Alex Bailey, highlights local watershed ecology. An official ribbon-cutting ceremony open to the public is scheduled for October 30 at 1 p.m. Parking will be available at the 64 Acres lot in Tahoe City, with the murals located just a short walk away.

Here’s What Measure P (on the November ballot) Means for Tahoe-Truckee Schools

The TTUSD Board of Education has voted to place Measure P on the November 3, 2026 ballot, which would renew the current $148 annual parcel tax rate and increase it by $40 to account for inflation since the last renewal in 2018, for a total of $188. Measure P would continue this funding for nine years and provide approximately $7 million annually in locally controlled school funding to support programs in science, technology, engineering and math, attract and retain highly qualified teachers, maintain career and technical education and job training programs for in-demand fields like health sciences and skilled trades, and maintain manageable class sizes.

November 3: Winter Resort Updates

Join the NTCA and community members on November 3 from 7–8:30 a.m. for a virtual Breakfast Club designed to provide an opportunity for community members to hear directly from local ski areas with the latest news ahead of the winter season. An economic update from the summer season will also be shared.

Stay Informed on Community Events

TahoeEventsCalendar.com features events celebrating and enhancing our community and shares opportunities to get involved by attending board, committee, and community meetings that help shape the future of North Tahoe.

NTCA partners closely with Placer County to fund projects and programs through the TOT-TBID Dollars At Work. Visit Placer County's website and events calendar at www.placer.ca.gov/tahoe to stay informed on the work they are doing in the North Tahoe region.