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In this Issue:
- TCPUD awarded Best Place to Work
- Grant Funding Secured for TCPUD Projects Underway
- Kilner Park and Winter Trail Surveys
- Consumer Confidence Report Now Available
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News Flash: Flushable Wipes are not Flushable
- North Lake Tahoe Recreation and Aquatic Feasibility Study Update
- Welcome New Employees
- Quick Links and Things To Do
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TCPUD Awarded Best Place to Work | |
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In June, we proudly received recognition as the 2023 Best Place to Work at the North Tahoe Community Alliance 66th Annual Community Awards Dinner. Nominated by our staff, this recognition shows an organizational culture that values employee wellbeing and happiness. It's also a testament to our dedication to continually strive at creating a culture that represents our unique staff and pursuit of excellence in serving our Tahoe City community.
We are humbled by our team and thank NTCA for hosting a great community event and allowing us to spotlight our amazing team.
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Grant Funding Secured for TCPUD Projects Underway | |
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As warmer weather continues, so do several important projects in the District. In this E-News, we'll highlight a few grant-supported projects that are underway:
- North Tahoe Community Wayfinding Signage
- Lake Forest Ramp Restroom Replacement
- Fire Flow Capacity Improvements and Hydrant Installation
Read on to learn more...
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The North Tahoe Community Wayfinding Signage Project will boost user experience at five District facilities by offering improved navigation, visibility, and accessibility. The Project improves signage at Kilner Park, Tahoe City Community Center, Lake Forest Campground, Lake Forest Boat Ramp, and Aspen Street Parking Lot. The signs are tailored to the unique character of our community and add enhanced nighttime access with TRPA-approved lighting on the two signs at the Tahoe City Community Center and solar-powered lighting on the Lake Forest Campground entry sign. The new signs will be installed by fall.
The District secured $351,000 in Placer County Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) grant funding, administered through the North Tahoe Community Alliance.
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The Lake Forest Boat Ramp Restroom Replacement Project replaces the existing seasonal restroom at Lake Forest Boat Ramp, originally constructed in 1993, with an ADA-compliant, year-round, heated restroom facility. The Project will begin after Labor Day, with demolishing of the existing facility and construction of a new foundation ahead of the installation of the prefabricated restroom. The project is expected to be completed by Spring 2024. Portable restrooms will be available during construction.
The District secured $177,750 through Proposition 68 Per Captia Funds, administered through the California Department of Parks and Recreation, and $75,000 from the California Tahoe Conservancy to offset the total project cost of $684,000.
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The Fire Flow Capacity Improvements and Hydrant Installation Project on Dardanelles Avenue in the Dollar Point neighborhood replaces the aged and undersized water infrastructure installed in the early 1960s. Undersized water mains will be replaced with 8-inch mains, and three fire hydrants will be added, both of which improve water delivery and fire flows. These water infrastructure improvements are a priority for the District, designed to provide exceptional drinking water and meet modern fire protection standards. Construction is underway and expected to be completed this fall.
The District secured $317,000 in grant funding through the U.S. Forest Service, Region 5 to offset the total project cost of $1.49 million.
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Have you taken our Kilner Park and Winter Trail surveys yet? | | |
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If you have ideas for the future of Kilner Park and the Multi-Use Trail during wintertime, we hope you'll take a few minutes to complete these two surveys. We value our community's input and will use the responses to help us improve these services and secure funding.
Thanks to all who provided feedback. To take the surveys, click the buttons:
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Consumer Confidence Report Now Available | |
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In June, we released our 2022 Consumer Confidence Report (CCR), an annual water quality report required by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and State Water Resources Control Board, Division of Drinking Water (DDW). We are proud to report that we continue to meet or exceed all drinking water quality standards set by the EPA and DDW. To view the current Consumer Confidence Report and to learn more about the quality of your drinking water, please visit www.tcpud.org/water-quality.
If you would like a copy of the CCR mailed to you or would like to speak with someone about the information in the report, please call 530-580-6278.
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Newsflash: Flushable Wipes are not Flushable | | |
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The packaging may claim they are "flushable," but we have a news flash for you! When flushable wipes are flushed down the toilet, they don't break down like regular toilet paper. Rather, they clog pipes.
What can you do about it? Avoid the risk of a costly backup and only flush toilet paper down the drain. You also can help us by sharing the message that flushable wipes are not flushable with your neighbors, friends, family, and visitors. Take it from our Utilities Team, who has first-hand experience removing wipes from clogged pipes!
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North Lake Tahoe Recreation and
Aquatic Center Feasibility Study
TCPUD along with our partners at North Tahoe Public Utility District have begun Phase III of the North Lake Tahoe Recreation and Aquatic Center Feasibility Study. Building on the prior two phases, Phase III will:
- Assist NTPUD and TCPUD in determining the best Property Based Special Tax Option to fund a Recreation and Aquatic Center and/or Field House Facility.
- Poll the community to evaluate the level of support for a tax measure.
- Provide critical data to help inform the strategy for placing a measure on the ballot that could fund the project.
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Welcome to the Team!
We are excited to welcome new talent to our team (pictured left to right):
Calvin Svoboda
Utilities Operations Specialist I
Abby Groman
Administrative Assistant I in Tech Services
Celeste Havener
Associate Civil Engineer
Caty DeLone
Human Resources Manager
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Quick Links & Things To Do | |
In Case of Emergency
If you are a TCPUD water or sewer customer, confirm we have your correct emergency contact information by emailing your service address, current phone number, and email to accounting@tcpud.org.
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Get Involved. The TCPUD is your District and your input and participation are valuable. View a schedule of upcoming Board and Committee meetings, recorded meetings, and agendas at: www.tcpud.org/meetings.
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