Settlement Reached in Lake Tahoe Workforce Housing Litigation TRPA Solutions to Environmental, Equity Issues Remain Unchanged by Settlement Agreement The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) and Mountain Area Preservation (MAP) reached a settlement agreement this week over a lawsuit brought by MAP against affordable housing policies approved by the TRPA Governing Board in December 2023. The litigation sought to block new land use policies in the highly protected […] SnowBrains | July 2, 2024 0 Comments
Tahoe Vacancy Tax Petition Officially Qualifies for November 2024 Ballot [South Lake Tahoe, Calif.] May 15, 2024 – The El Dorado County Registrar of Voters has verified the 2,471 signatures submitted by Locals for Affordable Housing were sufficient to qualify the citizen’s initiative for the November ballot. The local grassroots effort submitted more than double the 1,159 signatures required to get on the November 2024 ballot. Over 85 volunteers in […] Industry News SnowBrains | May 16, 2024 0 Comments
More than 2,000 Community Members Sign Vacancy Tax Petition in South Lake Tahoe, CA More than 2,000 community members in South Lake Tahoe have signed the petition for a tax on houses that sit vacant for the majority of the year. Proponents say they need another 350 valid signatures to get on the ballot. The deepening housing crisis has motivated community members in South Lake Tahoe to rally behind a petition to put a […] Industry News SnowBrains | April 16, 2024 0 Comments
Clear Majority of Public Supports Vacancy Tax at City Council Meeting in South Lake Tahoe, CA [South Lake Tahoe, Calif.] February 28, 2024 – Speaking in response to the coordinated efforts of special interest groups who oppose any new funding sources for affordable housing, a clear majority of the public (23-17) spoke in favor of the Vacancy Tax initiative, and the need for additional funding for affordable housing during Public Communications at Tuesday evening’s City Council […] Industry News SnowBrains | March 1, 2024 0 Comments
Investigating The Ski Town Housing Shortage It’s no secret: one of the ski industry’s biggest concerns is affordable workforce housing. It’s an epidemic that has plagued mountain towns since their inception. Although locals remain grateful to live in a place where vacationers flock and the wealthy come to play, mountain communities have faced their fair share of challenges over the years. Whether it be economic inequality, […] Brains Nick DeRiso | February 23, 2024 9 Comments
What’s New at Palisades Tahoe, CA, for the 23/24 Season: Exciting Upgrades, Discounts, Dining, and More After two successful years under its new name, Palisades Tahoe is thrilled to announce a host of exciting updates and enhancements for the upcoming 2023/24 winter season. From thrilling mountain upgrades to enticing dining options, Palisades Tahoe is ready to deliver an unparalleled experience and unforgettable moments. Related: [PHOTO TOUR] Before and After Pictures From Palisades Tahoe, CA, Show How […] Industry News SnowBrains | September 15, 2023 0 Comments
South Lake Tahoe Residents Organize for 2024 Vacancy Tax Ballot Initiative at September 13 Kick-Off Event South Lake Tahoe residents host a kick-off event and film screening of “Room and Board: A Tahoe Housing Crisis Documentary” to kick off 2024 residential vacancy tax ballot initiative South Lake Tahoe residents are organizing to get a residential vacancy tax on the ballot in 2024, starting with a kick-off event on September 13. Related: Investigating The Ski Town Housing […] SnowBrains | September 8, 2023 0 Comments
Over $2.5M Reinvested in North Lake Tahoe between January 1 – June 30, 2023 Committees convened by the North Tahoe Community Alliance have supported initiatives that benefit residents, businesses, and visitors with funds generated locally Revenues generated by local businesses and North Lake Tahoe visitors continue to positively impact the community. Over $2.5M in funds generated by Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) and the North Lake Tahoe Tourism Business Improvement District (NLT-TBID) were allocated in […] SnowBrains | July 12, 2023 0 Comments