Agenda packet, first session — South Lake Tahoe City Council, January 14, 2025 (part 1 of 2)

City Council
Tamara Wallace, Mayor
Cody Bass, Mayor Pro Tem
Scott Robbins, Councilmember
David Jinkens, Councilmember
Keith Roberts, Councilmember
Mission of the City Council
The City was established to provide essential,
outstanding and cost-effective services that
enhance environmental sustainability, economic
vitality and the quality of life for our residents,
businesses and guests.

City of South Lake Tahoe
City Council
Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 9:00 am
City Hall - Council Chambers - 1901 Lisa Maloff Way, South Lake Tahoe ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Councilmember Roberts will be participating via teleconference from the Mangrove Bay Hotel & Bar, Kolonia, Pohnpei, Federated States of Micronesia, Room 4, a location accessible to the public.

Public Participation
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Land Acknowledgement
Land Acknowledgement - The City of South Lake Tahoe acknowledges the lands we occupy today are the lands and home of the Wašíšiw, the people from here known today as the Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California, a sovereign nation. Since the beginning of time and for thousands of years before the arrival of any other people, the Washoe lived here and cared for this place, with values and intention that we can all learn from. On behalf of the City Council, I would like to acknowledge, thank, and honor the Indigenous Washoe Tribal Communities that are the past, present, and future stewards of the Lake Tahoe Basin.

Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Closed Session Report
Public Communications
This is the public's opportunity to speak on any topic NOT LISTED on this agenda. Comments shall be limited to four (4) minutes. In accordance with the Brown Act, the City Council cannot deliberate or vote on any matter raised under public communications, but may briefly respond to statements made or questions posed. (Government Code Sections 54954.2)
General Public Communications Received
Public Communications- Curtzweiler handout.pdf
City Response to LA Fires Notes to Council 15 Jan 2025 from Chief Drennan.pdf City Commission Reports
Consent Agenda
Public Comment - This is the public's opportunity to speak on any topic listed on the Consent Agenda. 2 1. Regular City Council and South Tahoe Redevelopment Successor Agency Meeting Minutes

2. Application to California Office of Traffic Safety for Grant for Special Enforcement of Traffic and Alcohol-Related Crimes

3. School Resource Officer Agreement with Lake Tahoe Unified School District

4. Purchase of Three Police Patrol Vehicles
Comments shall be limited to three (3) minutes per item and six (6) minutes total per speaker.

The consent agenda consists of items of a repeating or routine nature considered under a single action.

Any Councilmember may have an item on the consent agenda removed and considered separately upon request.

Pass a Motion to adopt the Consent Agenda in one motion except as indicated at each item.

Requested Action / Suggested Motions: Pass a Motion approving the minutes from the December 10, 2024, City Council and South Tahoe Redevelopment Successor Agency meeting.

Responsible Staff Member(s): Susan Blankenship, City Clerk Item 1- Executive Summary.pdf
12 10 2024 City Council and STRSA Meeting Minutes.pdf
Requested Action / Suggested Motions: Pass a Resolution authorizing the Chief of Police to submit a grant application with the California Office of Traffic Safety for special enforcement of traffic and alcohol-related crimes, running of DUI checkpoints, and press releases, up to $100,000.00. Grant funds will be used to carry out enforcement related to a host of traffic and criminal violations in our community including, but not limited to, DUI enforcement, seatbelt violations, motorcycle, bicycle, and pedestrian details. It will also be used for in-state travel for related trainings, and to purchase supplies and equipment.

Responsible Staff Member(s): Lieutenant Doug Sentell
Item 2- Executive Summary.pdf
01-Staff_Report-California_Office_of_Traffic_Safety_Grant_Application.docx 02-Resolution California Office of Traffic Safety Grant Application.docx Requested Action / Suggested Motions: Pass a Resolution authorizing and directing the Mayor to execute a Memorandum of Agreement with the Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) regarding the operation of the School Resource Officer (SRO) for the 2024-2025 School Year and approve budget for reimbursement from LTUSD to the City in the amount up to $75,268.00.

Responsible Staff Member(s): Lt. Scott Crivelli
Item 3- Executive Summary.pdf
01-Staff Report -School Resource Officer Agreement.docx 02-Resolution - SRO 24 25.docx
03 - MOU (Exh. A to Reso).docx
Requested Action / Suggested Motions: Pass a Motion authorizing the purchase of three (3) 2024 Chevrolet Tahoes and related equipment, with installation, using existing budget appropriations up to $309,991.94.

Responsible Staff Member(s): Lt. Jeff Roberson
Item 4- Executive Summary.pdf
01-staff_report_2024-25_PD_vehicle_replacement_-final_2025-01.docx 02-Michael Hohl Sales Proposal 2024-10-28 .pdf
03 - Planet Bid Bid Summary.pdf
04 - Lehr Sales Quote - Lehr 50279.pdf
05 - SLTPD Patrol Radio quote 1062 1-3-25 (three radios).pdf 06-Sole Source Justification.pdf
3 5. Amendment No. 3 to Professional Services Agreement with Wildscape Engineering, Inc.

6. Transfer of Unclaimed Check Funds

7. Application for Caltrans Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant for Stateline Avenue Complete Streets Project

8. Vision Zero Action Plan
07 - Placer County Contract SCN107418 Lehr.pdf
Requested Action / Suggested Motions: Pass a Motion authorizing and directing the Mayor to execute Amendment No. 3 to the Agreement with Wildscape Engineering, Inc. for additional construction support services for the Upper Bijou Park Creek Watershed Restoration Project for the amount of $17,074.42 for a total not-to-exceed contract amount of $555,258.51.

CEQA Determination: The Planning Commission adopted the Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration for the Project on November 19, 2020, and on May 16, 2024, the Planning Commission adopted an addendum to the CEQA Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration. This action does not require additional review under CEQA Guidelines section 15162.

Responsible Staff Member(s): Brianna Greenlaw, Associate Civil Engineer Item 5- Executive Summary.pdf
01-Staff Report-Amendment 3 Wildscape.docx
02-Project Location Map.pdf
03-C-106-2021 Wildscape.pdf
04-C-028-2023 Wildscape Amendment 1.pdf
05-Wildscape Amendment 2.pdf
06-Wildscape Engineering Amendment 2B.pdf
07-Amendment No. 3 with Wildscape.pdf
Requested Action / Suggested Motions: Pass a Resolution authorizing the transfer of unclaimed check funds from their respective fund(s) to the General Fund pursuant to California Government Code sections 50050 through 50057.

Responsible Staff Member(s): Akemi Nishimura, Accountant I Item 6- Executive Summary.pdf
01-Staff Reports-Transfer of Unclaimed Check Funds.docx 02-Resolution-Transfer of Unclaimed Check Funds.docx
Requested Action / Suggested Motions: Pass a Resolution authorizing the Director of Public Works (or designee) to submit a grant application to the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) for a planning grant in the amount of $289,000 for stakeholder outreach and planning up to 30% design for a complete streets project on Stateline Avenue.

CEQA Determination: The authorization to pursue a grant application for planning and design of a Complete Streets project is Statutorily Exempt from CEQA under section 15262 (Feasibility and Planning Studies) and Categorically Exempt under section 15305, Class 6 (Information Collection).

Responsible Staff Member(s): Emily Dougherty, Engineering Technician, and Andra Burnam, Office Manager
Item 7- Executive Summary.pdf
01-Staff Report- Stateline Avenue Complete Streets.docx 02-Resolution - Stateline Complete Streets.docx
03-Project Map.pdf
Regular-Unfinished Business
Requested Action / Suggested Motions: Pass a Motion either: (1) adopting the Vision Zero Action Plan; or (2) directing staff to make changes to the proposed Vision Zero Action Plan to incorporate into the final Vision Zero Action Plan for adoption at a future City Council meeting.

CEQA Determination: This action is Statutorily Exempt under CEQA Guidelines section 15262 for Feasibility and Planning Studies.

Responsible Staff Member(s): Emily Dougherty, Engineering Technician 4 9. Citizen Appointments to City Boards and Commissions Item 8- Executive Summary.pdf
01-Staff_Report-Vision_Zero_Action_Plan.docx
02 Vision Zero Action Plan_Draft.pdf
03 VZAP Presentation.pptx
Regular-New Business
Requested Action / Suggested Motions: Pass a Motion appointing two (2) members to serve a twoyear term on the Airport Land Use Commission; five (5) members to serve a two-year term on the Building and Housing Board of Appeals; four (4) members to serve a two-year term on the Parks and Recreation Commission; three (3) members to serve a two-year term on the Planning Commission; three (3) at-large members and one (1) Boys and Girls Club member to serve twoyear terms on the Arts, Culture, and Tourism Commission; and four (4) members to serve two-year terms on the Police Advisory Commission; and directing the City Clerk to continue to solicit applications to fill vacancies.

Responsible Staff Member(s): Michelle Davis, Assistant City Clerk Item 9- Executive Summary.pdf
01-Staff_Report-Appointments_to_City_Boards_and_Commissions.pdf Commission Solicitation.pdf
Manfredi- Airport Land Use Commission_Redacted.pdf
Asbury- Airport Land Use Commission_Redacted.pdf
Spranz- Airport Land Use Commission_Redacted.pdf
Manfredi- BBOA_Redacted.pdf
Cade-Bauer- BBOA_Redacted.pdf
Martone- BBOA_Redacted.pdf
Benlien- BBOA_Redacted.pdf
Costigan- Parks and Rec Commission_Redacted.pdf
Kovarik- Parks and Recreation Commission_Redacted.pdf
Ramirez Thomas- Parks and Rec Commission_Redacted.pdf
Hernandez- Parks and Rec Commission_Redacted.pdf
Rollins- Parks and Rec Commission_Redacted.pdf
Morgan- Parks and Recreation Commission_Redacted.pdf
Messina- Parks and Rec Commission_Redacted.pdf
Fink- Parks and Rec Commission_Redacted.pdf
Maggiore- Parks and Rec Commission_Redacted.pdf
Terminel- Parks and Recreation Commission_Redacted.pdf
Urban- Parks and Rec Commission_Redacted.pdf
Howard- Planning Commission_Redacted.pdf
Manfredi- Planning Commission_Redacted.pdf
Berger- Planning Commission_Redacted.pdf
Imhoff- Planning Commission_Redacted.pdf
Odvody- Planning Commission_Redacted.pdf
Wieczorek- Planning Commission_Redacted.pdf
Prysi- Planning Commission_Redacted.pdf
Williams- Planning Commission_Redacted.pdf
Messina- Planning Commission_Redacted.pdf
Spranz- Planning Commission_Redacted.pdf
Ballard- ACTC_Redacted.pdf
Rebrovich- ACTC_Redacted.pdf
Delgado- ACTC_Redacted.pdf
Hamilton- ACTC_Redacted.pdf
Haas- ACTC_Redacted.pdf
Carlson- ACTC_Redacted.pdf
Xistra-Rich-ACTC_Redacted.pdf
5 10. Selection of an Alternate to Serve on the El Dorado County Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO)

11. Letter of Opposition to El Dorado County Regarding Implementation of Assembly Bill 626 (Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operation)

12. Inclusionary Housing Ordinance In-Lieu Fees Annual Report

13. Agenda Planning Calendar
Gonzalez- Police Advisory Commission_Redacted.pdf
Manfredi- Police Advisory Commission_Redacted.pdf
Osha- Police Advisory Commission_Redacted.pdf
Newcomb- Police Advisory Commission_Redacted.pdf
Smith- Police Advisory Commission_Redacted.pdf
Escobedo- Police Advisory Commission_Redacted.pdf
Item 9- Costigan (Parks and Rec Applicant).pdf
Item 9- Gonzalez (Police Advisory Applicant).pdf
Item 9- Carlson (ACTC Applicant)_Redacted.pdf
Requested Action / Suggested Motions: Pass a Motion selecting one Councilmember to serve as an alternate on LAFCO.

Responsible Staff Member(s): Susan Blankenship, City Clerk Item 10- Executive Summary.pdf
2025 City Council Assignments.pdf
Requested Action / Suggested Motions: Pass a Motion authorizing the City Manager to submit a letter on behalf of City Council to the El Dorado County Board of Supervisors opposing adoption of an ordinance or resolution to authorize Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operations in El Dorado County including the City of South Lake Tahoe.

Responsible Staff Member(s): Anna Kashuba, Senior Planner Item 11- Executive Summary.pdf
01_MEHKO_StaffReport.docx
02_Memo_MEHKO _ 1-2-2025.pdf
03_MEHKO Letter of Opposition.docx
Item 11- Approved Cottage Foods.pdf
Item 11- MEHKOs vs Cottage Food Operations.pdf
Item 11- Dallob.pdf
City of South Lake Tahoe - Letter of Opposition _ MEHKO _ 1-16-2025.pdf Requested Action / Suggested Motions: Receive and file.

Responsible Staff Member(s): Lydia Zuniga, Associate Management Analyst Item 12- Executive Summary.pdf
01-Staff_Report_Inclusionary_Housing_Ordinance_Update__1___5_.docx 02-ORD 2023-1180 Inclusionary Housing.pdf
Agenda Planning Calendar
Requested Action / Suggested Motions: Identify, with consent of at least two Council members, any desired future agenda items, and/or modify the Agenda Planning Calendar as desired.

Responsible Staff Member(s): Joseph Irvin, City Manager, and Susan Blankenship, City Clerk Item 13- Executive Summary.pdf
APC - 01 09 2025.pdf
Updates and Announcements (City Attorney, City Clerk, City Manager) Councilmember Reports and Comments - Assignments to Boards, Committees, and Commissions
6 Adjournment
I, Susan Blankenship, City Clerk for the City of South Lake Tahoe, declare that the foregoing agenda for the Tuesday, January 14, 2025 City Council meeting was posted and available for review on Thursday, January 9, 2025, at City Hall, 1901 Lisa Maloff Way, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150. The agenda was also available on the City's website at https://www.cityofslt.us.

Signed January 9, 2025
\\sb\\ Susan Blankenship, Elected City Clerk
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Drennan
LA Fires—Short Brief to Council 1/15/2025
LA Fires
-We currently have 25 engines from the region (11 from Basin Depts) assigned to the Palisades and Eaton Fire as well as several overhead command positions. BC Justin Keys is down there as a Task Force Leader.
-As of this writing the Palisades Fire is 18% contained at 24K acres. The Eaton Fire is 45% contained at 14K acres and the Hurst Fire is 97% contained at 800 acres. -Over 12,000 structures have been destroyed and as of this morning we have confirmed 24 fatalities—that number is expected to rise. News agencies are reporting 25 or more fatalities however, that hasn’t been confirmed by the coroner yet. 11 still listed as missing. -The LA Basin has not had any “decent” rain fall in over 250 days. 1/10th of an inch is considered recordable.
-LA County Sheriff’s Dept alone (not including other Law Enforcement agencies) has arrested over 40 people for looting, curfew violation, drone use etc. They are actively addressing looting and scams—blue collar and white collar crimes.
-Santa Ana winds are forecast again for late 1/13 through 1/15. I will keep you updated as we get more information in the next several days. There is potential for our resources to be reassigned to other incidents if more fires start requiring a crew swap by this time next week. Our department personnel are aware. *Fire behavior ramped up again last night but no new major fires. -Our crews are healthy and in good spirits. Resources from the north end of the state will likely be some of the first released from these incidents once we see more containment of the fires. With that said it could be another week or more before they are released.

Local Water concerns:
-The STPUD water system is designed for daily use and peak summer demand. It can handle large scale structure fires but is not primarily designed for large scale wildland firefighting. I’m not aware of a municipal water system that IS designed for that kind of demand. -Well system can manage peak daily demand. There have been a total of 10 months over the last 10 years where the well system was maxed out due to daily peak demand. -The District has over 9 million gallons of water storage across full service area, with ability to move stored water from Christmas Valley to Stateline, if needed. With annual maintenance, not all of that storage will be available in the summer months, but at no time should we have less than 7 million gallons of water available.
-STPUD can replenish the tanks at a rate of 13,500 gpm (or 19.5 MGD) from 11 groundwater wells across our system. With annual maintenance, not all of that supply capacity may be available when needed, however, but at no time should we have less than 8,400 gpm (or 12 MGD) available from 9 wells (if the grid is up and running).
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-When the grid is down, STPUD has backup power at many of their water system locations, but not all. In the next 3 years, they will be installing new generators at their 3 largest water wells, all located in the Al Tahoe neighborhood, and they are working with Liberty on how to improve power service to that neighborhood and minimize outages.
-Hydrant maintenance and testing is handled by the water districts. STPUD, Lukins, and Stateline Water Company.

Fire Chief’s comments:
-The water distribution system in the City of South Lake Tahoe is by far the most robust water delivery system in the basin.
-We have the capability to draft water from the lake and other static sources if there were ever a failure of the system.
-We have experienced very few hydrant failures in my career here. -We enjoy optimal hydrant spacing in the City at 500 feet or less between hydrants with STPUD. All of our Engines carry 1000 feet of supply hose making it ideal for structural firefighting. Not all water districts in the basin have optimal spacing. Lukins water district has more distance between hydrants but not beyond 1000 feet.
-Discussions about the Fire Dept managing hydrant maintenance is a longer discussion. At this time I am open to the conversation; however, I also believe that it isn’t as high of a priority as it may seem. I’m happy to discuss further.
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Agenda Item Executive Summary
Joe Irvin, City Manager
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Meeting Date: January 14, 2025
Agenda Item #:1
Agenda Item: Regular City Council and South Tahoe Redevelopment Successor Agency Meeting Minutes
Executive Summary: City Council is asked to formally approve the minutes from the December 10, 2024, City Council and South Tahoe Redevelopment Successor Agency Meeting.

Requested Action / Suggested Motions: Pass a Motion approving the minutes from the December 10, 2024, City Council and South Tahoe Redevelopment Successor Agency meeting.

Responsible Staff Member: Susan Blankenship, City Clerk Reviewed and Approved By: Susan Blankenship, City Clerk Attachments:
12 10 2024 City Council and STRSA Meeting Minutes.pdf
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City Council and South Tahoe Redevelopment Successor Agency Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.

City Hall - Council Chambers – 1901 Lisa Maloff Way, South Lake Tahoe NOTE: The Meeting Minutes represent actions taken during the meeting of the City Council. Complete Council member discussions on Regular Session meeting items can be viewed in archived video recordings on the City’s website at http://www.cityofslt.us Public submittals on items are retained in the administrative record and can be viewed in the City Clerk’s repository at http://www.cityofslt.us Land Acknowledgement
Mayor Bass read the Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California Land Acknowledgement.

Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Bass Called the meeting to order at 5:35 p.m., then led the pledge of allegiance.

Roll Call
Present were Mayor Bass, Mayor Pro Tem Wallace, and Councilmembers Creegan, Robbins, and Middlebrook.

Also present were City Manager Irvin, City Attorney Stroud, and City Clerk Blankenship.

Closed Session Reports

1. Conference with Legal Counsel – Existing Litigation – Government Code section 54956.9(d)(1). Update from August 27, 2024, Special Closed Session.

Case: Gildardo Navarro v. City of South Lake Tahoe, Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board Case No. ADJ14589225
Action: Case has been settled by compromise and release by the amount of $140,000.

2. Conference with Legal Counsel – Existing Litigation – Government Code section 54956.9(d)(1) Update from November 19, 2024, Special Closed Session.

Case: Michael Gamberg v. City of South Lake Tahoe, Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board Case Nos. ADJ12021054 and ADJ15448114
Action: Case has been settled by compromise and release by the amount of $98,000.

Public Communications
Public Comment was heard from the following person:

1. Chad Hayes- Sustainable tourism *written material distributed

2. Scott Loberg- Heavenly Parking Agreement/Annexation

3. Erick Asburry- Heavenly Annexation

4. Angelica Que- Long-term warm room
12 Written Public Comment was received from the following people:

1. Theo Colborn- Environmental pollution

2. Asa Briggs- Cell towers

3. Gerald Barney- Cell towers

4. Maragaret Byers- Fized broadband

5. David Chain- Cell towers

6. Edith Chase- Cell towers

7. Ewrnest Coe- Cell towers

8. Granville Fortescue- Corporate socialism

9. Steven Hart- Cell towers

10. Peter Lesgraft- Bioinitative report

11. Shirley Briggs- Cell towers

12. Brent Wisner- Cell towers
Regular- New Business

1. Certification of Election Results
Action: Passed Resolution 2024-135 certifying the results of the November 5, 2024, Consolidated General Election.

Action: Moved/Seconded: Creegan/Wallace
Yes: Bass, Wallace, Creegan, Robbins, Middlebrook
Public Comment was heard from the following people:

1. Heather Cade-Bauer
Inaugural Ceremony
City Clerk Blankenship administered the Oath of Office to newly elected Councilmembers Jinkens and Roberts.

City Council Recognition
The City Council recognized Councilmember Creegan, Councilmember Middlebrook, and former Mayor Pro-Tem Friedrich, for their service to the City of South Lake Tahoe. Mr. Friedrich addressed the Council.

Reorganization of the City Council

2. 2025 Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem Selection
Mayor Selection
Action: Moved/Seconded: Robbins/Bass
Yes: Bass, Robbins
No: Wallace, Jinkens, Roberts
Action: Failed Motion 2024-124 selecting Mayor Bass to serve as Mayor in 2025.

Action: Moved/Seconded: Wallace/Roberts
Yes: Bass, Wallace, Jinkens, Roberts
No: Robbins
Action: Passed Motion 2024-125 selecting Councilmember Wallace to serve as Mayor in 2025.

Public Comment was heard from the following people:

1. Scott Loberg

2. Ed Mosur

3. Melissa Soderston

4. Erick Asburry

5. Steven Bailey

6. Heather Cade-Bauer
13 7. Jae Marquez
Mayor Pro Tem Selection
Action: Moved/Seconded: Jinkens/Wallace
Yes: Wallace, Bass, Robbins, Jinkens, Roberts
Action: Passed Motion 2024-126 selecting Councilmember Bass to serve as Mayor Pro Tem in 2025.

Public Comment was heard from the following people:

1. Duane Wallace

2. Scott Loberg

3. Erick Asburry

4. Heather Cade-Bauer
10-Minute Recess
Roll Call
Present were Mayor Wallace, Mayor Pro Tem Bass, and Councilmembers Robbins, Jinkens, and Roberts.

Also present were City Manager Irvin, City Attorney Stroud, and City Clerk Blankenship.

City Commission and Student Advisory Reports

1. Sasha Pickett and Josua Guerrero, Student Advisors- Provided verbal report.

2. Amelia Richmond- Parks and Recreation Commission- Provided verbal report.

Consent Agenda
Note: Councilmembers Jinkens and Roberts abstained from voting on Item 3.

Councilmember Robbins recused himself from voting on Item 7 due to real property interest.

Note: Councilmember Jinkens pulled Items 6 and 10 from the Consent Agenda.

Action: Moved/Seconded: Bass/Jinkens
Yes: Wallace, Bass, Robbins, Jinkens, Roberts
Action: Passed the consent agenda as noted.

3. Regular City Council Meeting Minutes
Action: Passed Motion 2024-127 approving the minutes for the November 19, 2024, Regular City Council meeting.

4. Fiscal Year 2024-24 Quarterly Financial Status Report- Quarter Ending September 2024 Action: Received and filed.

5. Investment Portfolio Report- Septmber 30, 2024
Action: Received and filed.

Note: This item was pulled from the Consent Agenda by Councilmember Jinkens

6. Ordinance- Employee Housing Signage Ordinance (Second Reading) Action: Moved/Seconded: Jinkens/Robbins
Yes: Wallace, Bass, Robbins, Jinkens, Roberts
Action: Passed ORD 2024-1191 amending City Code Section 6.15.710, 6.15.730, and

6.30.080 to require lodging properties used for employee housing and all multifamily properties to post signage in a conspicuous location in English and Spanish with information for the Housing Hotline.
14 Public Comment was heard from the following people:

1. Scott Loberg

2. Chad Hayes

7. Ordinance to Amend South Lake Tahoe City Code to Lower Speed Limits on Sections of Pioneer Trail, Ski Run Boulevard, and Lake Tahoe Boulevard (Second Reading) Action: Passed ORD 2024-1192 amending South Lake Tahoe City Code Chapters 4.25.150 through 4.25.180 - Speed Restrictions on Certain Streets.

8. Purchase of Chevrolet Silverado Medium Duty 4WD Crew Cab for the Street Division Action: Passed Motion 2024-128 authorizing and directing the City Manager to execute a purchase order with Champion Chevrolet (C-307-2024) to purchase one 23/24 Chevrolet Silverado Medium Duty 4WD Crew Cab from Champion Chevrolet of Reno, NV for $98,602.08.

Public Comment was heard from the following people:

1. Scott Loberg

2. Erick Asbury

9. Grant Application to Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) Equipment
Action: Passed Resolution 2024-136 authorizing the Fire Chief to apply for a grant from FEMA for SCBA equipment in an amount not to exceed $650,000 and authorizing the Fire Chief to sign any documents required to apply for these subject funds with the understanding that the City would be responsible for 10% matching funds if the grant is awarded.

Note: This item was pulled from the Consent Agenda by Councilmember Jinkens.

10. Prohousing Incentive Program Grant Application - Round 3 for Sugar Pine Village Affordable Housing Project - Phase 2B
Action: Moved/Seconded: Robbins/Jinkens
Yes: Wallace, Bass, Robbins, Jinkens, Roberts
Action: Passed Resolution 2024-137 ratifying the grant application for the Prohousing Incentive Program (PIP) 2024 - Round 3 and authorizing the City Manager to accept funds from the California Department of Housing and Community Development for the Prohousing Incentive Program up to $620,000 for the Sugar Pine Village Affordable Housing Project, Phase 2B.

Public Comment was heard from the following people:

1. Erick Asbury

2. Stacey Ballard

3. Judi Allen

4. Angelica Que

5. Jae Marquez

11. Reimbursement Agreement with Southwest Gas for 2024 Construction Projects Action: Passed Resolution 2024-138 authorizing and directing the Mayor to execute a Reimbursement Agreement with Southwest Gas (C-309-2024) for 2024 construction projects and appropriating $1,052,751.30 of In Lieu Fee paving funds into the 301-50005-48030 Road Rehabilitation Account.

Public Comment was heard from the following person:

1. Ed Mosur
15 12. Amendment No. 7 to Master Agreement with Jviation (Woolpert) for Design and Construction Management of Precision Approach Path Indicators Action: Passed Resolution 2024-139 authorizing and directing the Mayor to execute Amendment No. 7 to Master Professional Services Agreement with Jviation (Woolpert) in an amount not to exceed $63,066.00 (C-310-2024) for design and construction management work on the Precision Approach Path Indicators.

Public Comment was heard from the following person:

1. Josh Cleaver, Airport Land Use Commission

13. Amendment No. 1 to Agreement with Mangano Design Engineering Permitting, Inc. (MDEP) for Police Department Roof Repair Design and Construction Support Services Action: Passed Motion 2024-129 authorizing and directing the Mayor to execute Amendment No. 1 to Agreement with MDEP (C-311-2024) to add $19,705 for a notto-exceed contract amount of $79,330 and add one year to the term to expire on December 31, 2025.

14. Amendment No. 7 to Agreement with Jordan Knighton Architecture Engineering for Architectural and Engineering Services for the Multigenerational Recreation and Aquatics Center
Action: Passed Motion 2024-130 authorizing and directing the Mayor to execute Amendment No. 7 to the Professional Services Agreement with Jordan Knighton Architecture Engineering (C-312-2024) for an additional $108,920 for a total not-to-exceed amount of $5,060,303 for added scope of services for the Multigenerational Recreation and Aquatics Center.

Consent Agenda (South Tahoe Redevelopment Successor Agency)

15. Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS) Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Action: Moved/Seconded: Bass/Jinkens
Yes: Wallace, Bass, Robbins, Jinkens, Roberts
Action: Acting as the South Tahoe Redevelopment Successor Agency Board, Passed STRSA Resolution 2024-002 approving the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS) pursuant to Health and Safety Code section 34177 for the fiscal period commencing July 1, 2025,and ending June 30, 2026.

Public Hearing

16. South Tahoe Refuse Interim Year and Senate Bill 1383 Rate Increase Action: Moved/Seconded: Bass/Jinkens
Yes: Wallace, Bass, Robbins, Jinkens, Roberts
Action: Conducted a Majority Protest Public Hearing and passed Motion 2024-131 approving South Tahoe Refuse Interim Year Rate Increase of 3.30 percent and 5.08 Percent for Senate Bill 1383 ($3.46 per month for residential customers and $3.96 per cubic yard for commercial customers), effective January 1, 2025.

The following person addressed the Council:

1. Jeff Tillman, South Tahoe Refuse
Public Comment was heard from te following people:

1. Scott Loberg *written material distributed

2. Ed Mosur

3. ‘Melissa Soderston

4. Erick Asbury

5. Judi Allen *written comment submitted
16 Written Public Comment wa received from the following people:

1. Rula Anders

2. Barbara and Dale Brainard

3. Jared, Dill, and Dapne Brun

4. Michael and Susanne Buehler

5. Sue and Robert Caslava

6. Annette Chiara

7. Thomas Christy (2)

8. Gail Clair

9. Jason Crowley

10. Michael Fry (2)

11. Tad Allen Herrington (2)

12. Piroska C. Hollay

13. Edit Houston

14. James and Carrie Hull

15. Janice Jourdain

16. Michelle Keck

17. Andrea Kimball

18. Thomas Kruckewitt

19. Sime Masnov

20. Melissa Miller and Family

21. Thane Parton

22. John and Diane Quinn

23. Annette marie Schoonover

24. Ryan Palmer and Debra Scolnick

25. Peter Sharrock

26. Brenda Wyneken

27. Robert Hinde

28. Connie Hinton

29. Jobyn Johnson

30. Frank Obert

31. John Bryden

32. Francis Piceno
Regular- New Business

17. City Council Assignments to Boards and Commissions
Action: Moved/Seconded: Robbins/Roberts
Yes: Wallace, Bass, Robbins, Jinkens, Roberts
Action: Passed Motion 2024-132 appointing Alberto Manfredi to the El Dorado County Community Action Council; Robert Elrich to the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency Advisory Planning Commission; and John Messina to the El Dorado County Commission on Aging.

The following people addressed the Council:

1. Alberto Manfredi, City Council Representative Applicant

2. Robert Elrich, City Council Representative Applicant

3. John Messina, City Council Representative Applicant
Public Comment was heard from the follownig people:

1. Erick Asbury
Action: Moved/Seconded: Bass/Roberts
Yes: Wallace, Bass, Robbins, Jinkens, Roberts
Action: Moved/Seconded: Passed Motion 2024-133 for the following appointments:
17 • California Tahoe Conservancy: Wallace Alt Robbins
• City Sleection Committee: Wallace
• El Dorado Local Agency Formation Commission: Wallace
• El Dorado County Oversight Board: Wallace
• Tahoe Regional Planning Agency Governing Board: Bass Alt Jinkens • Tahoe Transportation District: Robbins Alt Bass
• South Tahoe Transit JPA: Bass, Roberts
• JPA Abandoned Vehicle Abatement: Jinkens
• California Tahoe Emergency Services Operations Authorirty: Wallace, Roberts Alt Bass • Clean Tahoe Program: Wallace, Roberts
• League of California Cities- Sacramento Division: Jinkens • Park Avenue Development Project Plaza Maintenance Association: Wallace, Bass • South Lake Tahoe Recreation Facilities JPA: Robbins
• Community Play Consortium: Joseph Irvin, City Manager, contingent on this appointment being allowed in the agreement
• South Lake Tahoe Basin Waste Management Authority: Roberts Alt Bass • Tahoe Prosperity Center: Wallace
• Lake Tahoe Visitor’s Authority: Bass
• South Lake Tahoe Lodging Association: Roberts
• Tahoe Chamber: VACANT
• South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce: Roberts
• El Dorado County Transportation Commission: Bass
• Finance Subcommittee: Wallace, Roberts
• All other subcommittees were disolved

18. Update to City Council Protocols
Action: Moved/Seconded: Robbins/Bass
Yes: Wallace, Bass, Robbins, Jinkens, Roberts
Action: Passed Motion 2024-134 approving amendments to City Council Protocols with the following amendment: public comments on the Consent Agenda will be limited to three (3) minutes per item and six (6) minutes total per speaker.

Public Comment was heard from the following people:

1. Ed Mosur

2. Scott Loberg

3. David Gregorich

19. Funding Transfer to the Tahoe Valley Stormwater and Greenbelt Improvement Project, Amendment No. 10 to Professional Services Agreement with Stantec Consulting Services, Inc., and Construction Contract Award for Tahoe Valley Stormwater and Greenbelt Improvement Project, Phase 2.

Action: Moved/Seconded: Robbins/Bass
Yes: Wallace, Bass, Robbins, Jinkens, Roberts
Action: Passed Resolution 2024-140 authorizing and directing the Director of Finance to: 1) transfer $90,000 from the Drainage Pipe Replacement Project to the Tahoe ValleyStormwater and Greenbelt Improvement Project; 2) authorizing and directing the Mayor to execute Amendment No.10 to the Professional Services Agreement with Stantec Consulting Services, Inc. (C-313-2024) for $7,500; and 3) authorizing and directing the Mayor to execute a Construction Contract with Herback General Engineering for Tahoe Valley Stormwater and 18 Greenbelt Improvement Project, Phase 2 (C-314-2024) for $6,754,601.95 and a 10% contingency of $675,460.20.

Public Comment was heard from the following person:

1. Scott Loberg

20. Change of Excess Workers' Compensation Insurance Coverage from Local Agency Workers'
Action: Moved/Seconded: Bass/Jinkens
Yes: Wallace, Bass, Robbins, Jinkens, Roberts
Action: Passed Motion 2024-135 authorizing withdrawal from the Local Agency Workers' Compensation Excess (LAWCX) and enrollment in California Intergovernmental Risk Authority (CIRA) for excess workers' compensation coverage, contingent upon CIRA Board of Directors approval.

At this time, City Council took action to extend the meeting past 10 p.m.

Action: Moved/Seconded: Robbins/Bass
Yes: Wallace, Bass, Robbins, Jinkens, Roberts
Action: Passed Motion 2024-136 to extend the meeting past 10 p.m.

21. Agreement with Workbench for Preapproved Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Plans Action: Moved/Seconded: Robbins/Bass
Yes: Wallace, Bass, Robbins, Roberts
Abstained: Jinkens
Action: Passed Motion 2024-137 authorizing and directing the Mayor to execute a Professional Service Agreement with Workbench (C-315-2024), in an amount not to exceed $125,000, for the development of Preapproved Accessory Dwelling Unit plans.

Public Comment was heard from the following people:

1. Scott Loberg *written material distributed

2. Duane Wallace
Agenda Planning Calendar

22. Agenda Planning Calendar
Action: Received and filed.

Updates and Announcements (City Attorney, City Clerk, City Manager) City Manager Irvin

1. Happy Holidays
Councilmember Reports and Comments
Councilmember Roberts

1. Traveling out of the country and anticipates participating in the next Council meeting remotely.

Councilmember Jinkens

1. Thank you to City Staff for onboarding and to the Community for electing him

2. Happy Holidays
Mayor Pro Tem Bass

1. Happy Holidays
19 Mayor Wallace

1. Welcome to the two new Councilmembers

2. Happy Holidays
Ajourment
Mayor Wallace ajourned the Meeting at 10:21 p.m.

Date:_______________
______________________
Tamara Wallace, Mayor
Attest:__________________________
Susan Blankenship, City Clerk
The presence of electronic signature certifies that the foregoing is a true and correct copy as approved by the South Lake Tahoe City Council.
20 City of South Lake Tahoe
Agenda Item Executive Summary
Joe Irvin, City Manager
__________________________________
Meeting Date: January 14, 2025
Agenda Item #:2
Agenda Item: Application to California Office of Traffic Safety for Grant for Special Enforcement of Traffic and Alcohol-Related Crimes
Executive Summary: City Council is asked to authorize the South Lake Tahoe Police Department to apply for a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety for special enforcement of traffic and alcoholrelated crimes, running of DUI checkpoints, and press releases, up to the amount of $100,000.00. Grant funds will be used to carry out enforcement related to a host of traffic and criminal violations in our community including, but not limited to, DUI enforcement, seatbelt violations, motorcycle, bicycle, and pedestrian details. It will also be used for in-state travel for related trainings, and to purchase supplies and equipment. This will also grant permission to the Chief of Police to submit the application.

Requested Action / Suggested Motions: Pass a Resolution authorizing the Chief of Police to submit a grant application with the California Office of Traffic Safety for special enforcement of traffic and alcoholrelated crimes, running of DUI checkpoints, and press releases, up to $100,000.00. Grant funds will be used to carry out enforcement related to a host of traffic and criminal violations in our community including, but not limited to, DUI enforcement, seatbelt violations, motorcycle, bicycle, and pedestrian details. It will also be used for in-state travel for related trainings, and to purchase supplies and equipment.

Responsible Staff Member: Lieutenant Doug Sentell
Reviewed and Approved By: Susan Blankenship, City Clerk Olga Tikhomirova, Director of Finance Heather Stroud, City Attorney
Attachments:
02-Resolution California Office of Traffic Safety Grant Application.docx 01-Staff_Report-California_Office_of_Traffic_Safety_Grant_Application.docx 21 Council Agenda Report January 14, 2025 Page 1 of 1
City of South Lake Tahoe
Report to City Council
Meeting Date: January 14, 2025
Title: California Office of Traffic Safety Grant Application for Special Enforcement of Traffic and AlcoholRelated Crimes Location: Citywide
Responsible Staff Member: Lieutenant Doug Sentell
Background:

The California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) provides grant assistance to law enforcement agencies through the OTS Grant Program. This is a competitive grant process through OTS. The application process is now open and ends on January 31, 2025. City policy requires permission to apply for grants such as this one.

Issue and Discussion:

The Office of Traffic Safety is a tool for the City of South Lake Tahoe in enforcement of traffic-related issues and criminal offenses. The South Lake Tahoe Police Department will utilize these grant funds to carry out enforcement efforts related to a host of criminal and traffic violations in our community including, but not limited to DUIs, seatbelt usage, distracted driving, motorcycle, bicycle, and pedestrian safety issues. Grant funds may also be used to conduct details including, but not limited to, DUI patrols, motorcycle safety details, and DUI checkpoints. It may also be used to purchase supplies related to conducting DUI checkpoints. Finally, it may also be used to fund in-state travel for training. We ask for permission to apply for this grant.

Financial Implications:

There will be no impact to the general fund. This is a reimbursement grant from California OTS.

Expenditures for the program will be reimbursed quarterly. If approved by City Council, it would be effective October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026.

Environmental Considerations: The proposed action is not a “project” subject to review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under CEQA Guidelines section 15378(b)(4) (creation of government funding mechanisms or government fiscal activities which do not involve any commitment to any specific project which may result in a potentially significant physical impact on the environment).

Policy Implications: This grant supports strategic priority “5.1 Public Safety”. 22 Resolution 2025-XXX January 14, 2025 Page 1 of 1
Resolution 2025-XXX
Adopted by the City of South Lake Tahoe
City Council
January 14, 2025
Authorizing Submittal of a California Office of Traffic Safety Grant Application in amount up to $100,000.00 to facilitate extra enforcement for traffic and alcohol related offenses for Federal fiscal year 2025/2026 effective October 1, 2025.

BACKGROUND
A. California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) provides grant assistance to law enforcement agencies through the OTS Grant Program.

B. City policy requires permission from the city council to apply for grant funding.

BASED ON THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE BACKGROUND, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of South Lake Tahoe:

1. Grants permission to the South Lake Tahoe Police Department to apply for a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety in amount up to $100,000.00 to facilitate extra enforcement for traffic and alcohol related offenses for Federal fiscal year 2025/2026 effective October 1, 2025, and grants permission for the Chief of Police to submit the application.

Adopted by the City of South Lake Tahoe City Council on January 14, 2025 by the following vote:

Yes:

No:

Absent:

Abstain:
________________________ Date: _________
Tamara Wallace, Mayor
Attest:
________________________
Susan Blankenship, City Clerk
The presence of electronic signature certifies that the foregoing is a true and correct copy as approved by the South Lake Tahoe City Council.
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Agenda Item Executive Summary
Joe Irvin, City Manager
__________________________________
Meeting Date: January 14, 2025
Agenda Item #:3
Agenda Item: School Resource Officer Agreement with Lake Tahoe Unified School District Executive Summary: This is a resolution approving a Memorandum of Agreement for the Police Department to dedicate a School Resource Officer for the 2024-2025 school year and approve budget with up to $75,268.00 reimbursement from LTUSD.

Requested Action / Suggested Motions: Pass a Resolution authorizing and directing the Mayor to execute a Memorandum of Agreement with the Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) regarding the operation of the School Resource Officer (SRO) for the 2024-2025 School Year and approve budget for reimbursement from LTUSD to the City in the amount up to $75,268.00.

Responsible Staff Member: Lt. Scott Crivelli
Reviewed and Approved By: Susan Blankenship, City Clerk Olga Tikhomirova, Director of Finance Heather Stroud, City Attorney
Attachments:
01-Staff Report -School Resource Officer Agreement.docx 02-Resolution - SRO 24 25.docx
03 - MOU (Exh. A to Reso).docx
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City of South Lake Tahoe
Report to City Council
Meeting Date: January 14, 2025
Title: School Resource Officer Agreement
Location: Citywide
Responsible Staff Member: Lt. Scott Crivelli
Background: The South Lake Tahoe Police Department is very supportive of the Lake Tahoe Unified School District and has developed a working partnership with the District by being committed to a variety of programs and services that will continue to reduce truancy, juvenile delinquency, and overall crime in our community. For the past 30 years, one of the ways the Department and the District have partnered together is through the School Resource Officer (SRO) program.

The SRO is mainly dedicated to handling criminal and school safety related incidents at South Tahoe High School and other schools in the city as needed. The SRO also acts as a mentor to a number of students and provides guidance and counseling on various related topics from sports to criminal behavior involving family members of students.

The SRO Program is a valuable program for the School District and the community. Our ability to positively impact the behaviors of students and their families has been and will continue to be a great benefit to our community.

In 2024, an SRO presentation was completed to the Police Advisory Commission (PAC). The PAC later briefed Council with a Commission report. The PAC expressed their support of the SRO program and the continuous collaboration between LTUSD and the City of South Lake Tahoe to have a police officer in our schools.

Issue and Discussion: This item is before the City Council for approval of the attached Memorandum of Agreement concerning the operation of the School Resource Officer (SRO) Program between the City of South Lake Tahoe Police Department, and the Lake Tahoe Unified School District. The Agreement requires the Police Department to provide one Police Officer for the 2024-25 school year and for the District to reimburse the City in the amount up to $75,268.00 for this officer.

This amount pays the base pay of the Police Officer’s salary for the nine- month school year.

Financial Implications: There will be no additional burden to the general fund for the School Resource Officer. This position has been budgeted as an existing allocation for the Police Department. The District will reimburse the Department in the amount up to $75,268.00.

Once received, these funds will be applied to account # 100 02110 34210 25 Council Agenda Report January 14, 2025 Page 2 of 2
Environmental Considerations: The proposed action is not a “project” subject to review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under CEQA Guidelines section 15378(b)(4) (creation of government funding mechanisms or government fiscal activities which do not involve any commitment to any specific project which may result in a potentially significant physical impact on the environment).

Policy Implications: This proposed agreement with LTUSD supports the following strategic priorities:

5.1 – Public Safety
26 Resolution 2025-XXX January 14, 2025 Page 1 of 2
Resolution 2025-XXX
Adopted by the City of South Lake Tahoe
City Council
January 14, 2025
Memorandum of Agreement with the Lake Tahoe Unified School District for a School Resource Officer (SRO) for the 2024-2025 School Year with Budget for Reimbursement from LTUSD to the City in the amount up to $75,268.00

BACKGROUND
A. The South Lake Tahoe Police Department is very supportive of the Lake Tahoe Unified School District and has developed a working partnership with the District by being committed to a variety of programs and services that will continue to reduce truancy, juvenile delinquency, and overall crime in our community. For the past 30 years, one of the ways the Department and the District have partnered together is through the School Resource Officer (SRO) program.

B. In 2024, an SRO presentation was completed to the Police Advisory Commission (PAC). The PAC later briefed Council with a Commission report. The PAC expressed their support of the SRO program and the continuous collaboration between LTUSD and the City of South Lake Tahoe to have a police officer in our schools.

C. The Agreement between the City of South Lake Tahoe Police Department and the Lake Tahoe Unified School District requires the Police Department to provide one Police Officer for the 2024-2025 school year and for the District to reimburse the City in the amount up to $75,268.00 for this officer. The amount pays the base pay of the Police Officer’s salary for the nine-month school year BASED ON THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE BACKGROUND, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of South Lake Tahoe:

1. Authorizes and directs the Mayor to execute the SRO memorandum of agreement with LTUSD for the 2024-2025 school year, which is attached hereto as Exhibit “A.”

2. Authorizes budget up to $75,268.00 from the Lake Tahoe Unified School into the Police Special Services account for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 as follows:
10002110-34210 Police Special Services (+) $75,268.00
27 Resolution 2025-XXX January 14, 2025 Page 2 of 2
Adopted by the City of South Lake Tahoe City Council on January 14, 2025 by the following vote:

Yes:

No:

Absent:

MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT

OPERATION OF THE SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER PROGRAM
JULY 1, 2024 - JUNE 30, 2025
WHEREAS, the Police Department of the City of South Lake Tahoe ("City") desires to make available to the Lake Tahoe Unified School District ('District") the services of one School Resource Officer ("SRO"); and
WHEREAS, the District desires to have said services available for use to fulfill the goal of safe, secure, and drug free schools; and
WHEREAS, the City is willing to provide the personnel resources to operate said program upon the payment of a portion of the costs by the District.

NOW, THEREFORE, for and in consideration of the mutual promises herein set forth, the City of South Lake Tahoe and the Lake Tahoe Unified School District agree as follows:

1. City shall provide one sworn Police Officer to conduct resource programs at school locations to be designated by the School District, as police department personnel deployment allows, and at such times as may be mutually agreed upon between the chief executive officer of the District and the City Manager, of the City or their designees. The City will be responsible for compensation of all police employees who are assigned to conduct resource programs at school locations, including compensation for necessary overtimehours and the health and/or retirement benefits of police employees.

2. The District agrees to reimburse the City for the 2024-2025 school year (from July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025), an amount not to exceed Seventy-Five Thousand Two Hundred Sixty Eight dollar ($75,268.00). The $75,268.00 is for the base wage of the Police Officer over a period of nine (9) months.

3. This agreement may be terminated by any party hereto upon ten (10) days written notice, first class mail, postage prepaid, to the chief executive officer of the non-canceling party. Upon such cancellation and subject to the ceiling described in Paragraph two above, City shall be reimbursed for the actual hours expended and administrative charges as of the date of cancellation.

4. District shall reimburse City upon receipt and approval of an invoice showing the hours expended and administrative charges, in accordance with the customary payment processes of the District. The invoices shall be submitted to the District by January 30, 2025.

5. City reserves the right to temporarily withdraw any or all assigned personnel for the duration of an emergency situation that arises. After any withdrawal, assigned personnel shall be returned to their regular assignment as soon as practical. If the withdrawal is protracted, affected positions may be backfilled by the City. Whenever assigned personnel are withdrawn from the District jurisdiction for an emergency assignment, notification shall be provided to the District Superintendent without delay. The Chief of Police or his designee shall have final discretion on emergency reassignment decisions related to any SRO.

6. The relationship between the City and District and their respective employees as provided herein shall be that of an independent contractor. No agency, joint powers agreement, or other relationship is created or intended to be created by this agreement. 29 2

7. The City shall indemnify and defend the District against, and hold harmless from any and all loss, damage and liability for damages, including attorney's fees or other costs of defense incurred by District, whether from damages to or loss of property, or injury to or death of District officers, agents and employees, which shall in any way arise out of or be connected by City's operation hereunder, unless such damage, loss, injury or death shall be caused solely by the negligence of District.

8. The District shall indemnify and defend the City against, and hold harmless from any and all loss, damage and liability for damages, including attorney's fees or other costs of defense incurred by City, whether from damages to or loss of property, or injury to or death of City officers, agents and employees, which shall in any way arise out of or be connected by District's operation hereunder, unless such damage, loss, injury or death shall be caused solely by the negligence ofCity.

9. This agreement may be terminated by either party upon ten (10) days of written notice, first class mail, postage prepaid, to the following:

To City: Manager
City of South LakeTahoe
1901 Airport Road
South Lake Tahoe, CA
96150
To District: Superintendent
Lake Tahoe Unified School District
1021 Al Tahoe Blvd.

South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

10. This agreement shall take effect upon the approval of the governing bodies of the parties hereto.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, this agreement is dated January 14, 2025, in South Lake Tahoe, California.

CITY OF SOUTH LAKETAHOE LAKETAHOE UNIFIED SCHOOLDISTRICT BY:

Dr. Todd Cutler, Superintendent
ATTEST Approved as to Form
Susan Blankenship, CityClerk Heather Stroud, CityAttorney Tamara Wallace, Mayor
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31 City of South Lake Tahoe
Agenda Item Executive Summary
Joe Irvin, City Manager
__________________________________
Meeting Date: January 14, 2025
Agenda Item #:4
Agenda Item: Purchase of Three Police Patrol Vehicles
Executive Summary: This action item would authorize the purchase of three (3) 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe 4WD PPV police vehicles, related equipment, and installation for a total purchase price not to exceed $309,991.94. Michael Hohl motors submitted the lowest bid in a competitive bidding process on Planet Bids. The radio equipment will be purchased through sole source from Mobile One. The other electronics and upfitting will be obtained through a Placer County cooperative purchase agreement with Lehr.

Requested Action / Suggested Motions: Pass a Motion authorizing the purchase of three (3) 2024 Chevrolet Tahoes and related equipment, with installation, using existing budget appropriations up to $309,991.94.

Responsible Staff Member: Lt. Jeff Roberson
Reviewed and Approved By: David Stevenson, Chief of Police Susan Blankenship, City Clerk Olga Tikhomirova, Director of Finance Heather Stroud, City Attorney Attachments:
02-Michael Hohl Sales Proposal 2024-10-28 .pdf
03 - Planet Bid Bid Summary.pdf
04 - Lehr Sales Quote - Lehr 50279.pdf
05 - SLTPD Patrol Radio quote 1062 1-3-25 (three radios).pdf 06-Sole Source Justification.pdf
07 - Placer County Contract SCN107418 Lehr.pdf
01-staff_report_2024-25_PD_vehicle_replacement_-final_2025-01.docx 32 Council Agenda Report- January 14, 2025 Page 1 of 3
City of South Lake Tahoe
Report to City Council
Meeting Date: January 14, 2025
Title: Police Patrol Vehicle Replacement
Location: Police Department
Responsible Staff Member: Jeff Roberson, Police Lieutenant (530) 542-6521 Background: The police department needs to replace aging patrol cars. Historically, funding for the purchase of police vehicles has come almost entirely from Proposition 172, a Safety Sales Tax. This is a restricted revenue source required to be used specifically for public safety services which includes sheriffs, police, fire protection, county district attorneys, county corrections and ocean lifeguards. This request to purchase three replacement patrol police vehicles uses funds from that source.

Issue and Discussion: The Police Operations Division (marked patrol vehicles) currently has several vehicles to be replaced. These replaceable patrol cars are more than 10 years old, have high mileage, high engine hours, or have been decommissioned as the result of collisions.

The Police Department seeks approval to purchase three (3) 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe police pursuit vehicles (PPV) to be outfitted as patrol cars.

Chevrolet offers the Tahoe in a 4-wheel drive SUV, PPV package. The Police Department has found these specific vehicles to be effective, reliable, and comfortable for all seasons and variable driving conditions in South Lake Tahoe. The Chevy Tahoe has also been selected and currently driven by the California Highway Patrol. The City’s Fleet Division endorses the purchase of these vehicle types and brand for the police patrol division to maintain consistency in the police fleet for efficiency in maintenance.

The police department recommends the purchase of equipment for upfitting such as radios, restraint backseats, emergency lights, push bumpers, computers, and other internal components. Axon in-car cameras have already been purchased for these three vehicles with the Axon contract authorized early this fiscal year.

At the request of the Police Department, the Fleet Division advertised the procurement through PlanetBid on December 3, 2024. Twenty vendors were notified. When the bidding process closed on December 17, 2024; Michael Hohl Motors had submitted the lowest bid. The quote from Michael Hohl motors is included with this agenda package only for equipment specificity as their PlanetBid winning bid was lower.
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Financial Implications: The expense of the vehicle purchase recommended in this staff report will have no impact on the City General Fund. The total purchase price, with equipment, for three 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe 4WD PPVs will be $309,991.94 from the Police Department Vehicle Replacement Fund (21102110 46130). The 2024-2025 Police Department Vehicle Replacement fund currently has approximately $828,082 available.

The collective bid for these three marked police vehicles was $189,032.52. The makes the price of each individual Chevy Tahoe PPV $63,010.84. The department recommends purchasing these three replacement police vehicles.

The department also recommends purchasing equipment and upfit services from Mobile One and Lehr. The cost for radio equipment from Mobile One will be $16,149.38. The cost for additional equipment and upfitting from Lehr will be $104,810.04.

The radio purchase will be a sole source purchase from Mobile One as they are the distributor for our EF Johnson/Kenwood radios. A cooperative purchase agreement will be used for all other equipment and upfitting from Lehr using Placer County- Lehr contract SCN107418.

Environmental Considerations: This is not a ‘project’ subject to review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under CEQA guidelines section 15378(b)(2) (continuing administrative or maintenance activities, such as purchases for supplies).

Policy Implications: This report considers Climate Action Plan Action Item EV-2 which directs that city fleet vehicles move toward electric vehicles. In conversations with the Sustainability Coordinator, we agree that emergency response EVs are not a viable option for emergency response police operations at this time. There are several components to address by city action or developing technology before bringing EVs into the emergency response fleet.

Infrastructure: The infrastructure at the Police Department requires major upgrades to support EV emergency response vehicles. These upgrades include service panel, building wiring, transformers, meters, and the modifications to install each. Additional infrastructure upgrades include a significantly larger emergency generator to carry the additional required capacity to charge in the event of electric utility power loss. These upgrades are being considered and designed under a current contract for Electrical Engineering with EV Range and include several other city fleet EV charging sites as well. Cost estimates for these upgrades are forthcoming in 2025. With the needed EV charging infrastructure designs in hand, staff will be able to bid for construction and request appropriate funding for implementation of fleet EV charging at various city sites at a future date. The police department is a particularly complex site for electrical upgrades thus other city fleet sites have been identified for earlier EV fleet charging infrastructure implementation, and thus EV procurement.

Other considerations are addressed below and deal indirectly with infrastructure by addressing emergency operations rather than routine patrol operations. These other considerations may become irrelevant in the future as adoption of EV becomes universal or as technology advances to provide options not yet considered. 34 Council Agenda Report- January 14, 2025 Page 3 of 3
Fleet Resilience: Emergency operations, such as Caldor Fire response, require continuous vehicle operation with little to no down time between emergency responses or police related activity. Energy transfer rates (i.e., the fill up) for EV require much more down time (depending on charger kW) than does energy transfer in gas powered emergency response vehicles; however, that difference may diminish in the future as infrastructure for EVs become more universal or technology advances.

Interoperability: In response to emergencies within and outside the county, our patrol officers often find themselves assisting other police and fire agencies. The nature of an emergency response requires the officer and their equipment to be self-sufficient and able to self-evacuate. Future SLTPD commitment to outside agency assist will have to come with consideration for destination EV infrastructure and availability in the affected area. The limited range of current 100kWh vehicle batteries undermines our police department’s ability to respond to assist without consideration for destination infrastructure; a definite impact to our availability for, and effectiveness in, providing outside assistance.

Collisions: Damage that may be survivable and/or easily reparable for an internal combustion engine emergency response vehicle may be catastrophic for an EV. Sudden and long-term loss of a vehicle patrol vehicle may impact normal and emergency police operations with an inordinate and incapacitating delay for EV replacement, not to mention budget impacts.
35 MICHAEL HOHL MOTORS
TERRY ROUDA | 806-474-6654 | [email protected]

CITY OF SOUTH LAKE TAHOE POLICE
Prepared For: LT JEFF ROBERSON
775-691-0475
[email protected]
Vehicle: [Fleet] 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe (CK10706) 4WD 4dr Commercial 36 MICHAEL HOHL MOTORS
TERRY ROUDA | 806-474-6654 | [email protected] Vehicle: [Fleet] 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe (CK10706) 4WD 4dr Commercial ( Complete ) Quote: New Quote FCC24049 24051 24044 24098 SLT PD PPV TAHOE This document contains information considered Confidential between GM and its Clients uniquely. The information provided is not intended for public disclosure. Prices, specifications, and availability are subject to change without notice, and do not include certain fees, taxes and charges that may be required by law or vary by manufacturer or region.

Performance figures are guidelines only, and actual performance may vary. Photos may not represent actual vehicles or exact configurations. Content based on report preparer’s input is subject to the accuracy of the input provided.

Data Version: 23759. Data Updated: Oct 22, 2024 6:47:00 PM PDT.

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Quote Worksheet
MSRP
Base Price $53,450.00
Dest Charge $1,995.00
Total Options $5,326.00
Subtotal $60,771.00
CALIFORNIA STATE BID ASSIST ($1,650.00)
Subtotal Pre-Tax Adjustments ($1,650.00)
Less Customer Discount ($480.00)
Subtotal Discount ($480.00)
Trade-In $0.00
Subtotal Trade-In $0.00
Taxable Price $58,641.00
Sales Tax 8.75% $5,131.09
Subtotal Taxes $5,131.09
TRIP PERMIT $8.25
Subtotal Post-Tax Adjustments $8.25
Total Sales Price $63,780.34
Comments:

JEFF HERE IS THE QUOTE FOR THE PPV TAHOE. THESE ARE THE LAST 4 WE HAVE LEFT IN BLACK, AND THE 25'S ARE SOLD OUT ALREADY. THESE ARE ON THE GROUND AND READY TO GO. PLEASE LET ME KNOW AS SOON AS POSSIBLE IF THERE IS ANY PROBLEM THAT YOU WON'T NEED THEM. I HAVE THEM MARKED SOLD IN YOUR NAME RIGHT NOW.

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TERRY ROUDA | 806-474-6654 | [email protected] Vehicle: [Fleet] 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe (CK10706) 4WD 4dr Commercial ( Complete ) Quote: New Quote FCC24049 24051 24044 24098 SLT PD PPV TAHOE This document contains information considered Confidential between GM and its Clients uniquely. The information provided is not intended for public disclosure. Prices, specifications, and availability are subject to change without notice, and do not include certain fees, taxes and charges that may be required by law or vary by manufacturer or region.

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SUMMARY
[Fleet] 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe (CK10706) 4WD 4dr Commercial MSRP:$53,450.00 Interior:Jet Black, Cloth seat trim
Exterior 1:Black
Exterior 2:No color has been selected.

Engine, 5.3L EcoTec3 V8
Transmission, 10-speed automatic

OPTIONS

CODE MODEL MSRP
CK10706 [Fleet] 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe (CK10706) 4WD 4dr Commercial $53,450.00

OPTIONS
1FL Commercial Preferred Equipment Group $0.00
5J0 Calibration, Front (only) Park Assist Disable. $0.00 5J1 Calibration, keyless remote panic button and exterior lights/horn disable
$0.00
5J3 Calibration, Surveillance Mode interior lighting Inc. 5J9 Calibration, taillamp flasher, Red/White Inc.
5LO Calibration, taillamp flasher, Red/Red Inc.
5Y1 Front center seat (20% seat) delete $0.00
6C7 Lighting, red and white front auxiliary dome $170.00 6E2 Fleet Calibration $25.00
6J3 Wiring, grille lamps and siren speakers $92.00
6J4 Wiring, horn and siren circuit $55.00
6J7 Flasher system, headlamp and taillamp, DRL compatible with control wire
Inc.
6JG Red Left/Blue Right Whelen LED Lamp Package $1,950.00 6N5 Switches, rear window inoperative $57.00
6N6 Door locks and handles, inside rear doors inoperative $62.00 7X2 Spotlamps, left- and right-hand $1,340.00
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TERRY ROUDA | 806-474-6654 | [email protected] Vehicle: [Fleet] 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe (CK10706) 4WD 4dr Commercial ( Complete ) Quote: New Quote FCC24049 24051 24044 24098 SLT PD PPV TAHOE This document contains information considered Confidential between GM and its Clients uniquely. The information provided is not intended for public disclosure. Prices, specifications, and availability are subject to change without notice, and do not include certain fees, taxes and charges that may be required by law or vary by manufacturer or region.

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9C1 Identifier for Police Package Vehicle $0.00
9G8 Headlamps, Daytime Running Lamps and automatic headlamp control delete
$50.00
AMF Remote Keyless Entry Package $75.00
ATD Seat delete, third row passenger Inc.

AU7 Key common, fleet Inc.

AZ3 Seats, front 40/20/40 split-bench $0.00
BCV Lock control, driver side auto door lock disable Inc.

BTV Remote start $300.00
C6G GVWR, 7600 lbs. (3447 kg) Inc.

CWA Rear Camera Mirror Washer Inc.

DRZ Rear Camera Mirror, inside rearview auto-dimming $475.00 GBA Black $0.00
GU5 Rear axle, 3.23 ratio $0.00
H1T Jet Black, Cloth seat trim $0.00
IOR Audio system, Chevrolet Infotainment 3 system, 8" diagonal HD color touchscreen
$0.00
J55 Brake system, heavy duty Inc.

K3W Battery, 850 cold-cranking amps with 95 amp hour rating Inc.

K6K Battery, auxiliary, 760 cold-cranking amps with 70 amp hour rating Inc.

KX4 Alternator, 250 amps Inc.

L84 Engine, 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 $0.00
MHU Transmission, 10-speed automatic Inc.

NC7 Emissions override, Federal $0.00
PXT Wheels, 20" x 9" (50.8 cm x 22.9 cm) steel Inc.

RAV Tire, spare 275/55R20 all-season, blackwall, Firestone Firehawk Pursuit
Inc.

RC1 Skid plate, front Inc.

RNQ Wheel, full-size spare, matching 20" (50.8 cm) steel wheel without center cap
Inc.

T53 Lamps, alternate flashing Red & Blue rear compartment lid warning $565.00 T66 Wiring provision, for outside mirrors and cargo side mirrors Inc. 39 MICHAEL HOHL MOTORS
TERRY ROUDA | 806-474-6654 | [email protected] Vehicle: [Fleet] 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe (CK10706) 4WD 4dr Commercial ( Complete ) Quote: New Quote FCC24049 24051 24044 24098 SLT PD PPV TAHOE This document contains information considered Confidential between GM and its Clients uniquely. The information provided is not intended for public disclosure. Prices, specifications, and availability are subject to change without notice, and do not include certain fees, taxes and charges that may be required by law or vary by manufacturer or region.

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UDA OnStar deactivated (does not delete Bluetooth) ($85.00) UN9 Radio Suppression Package, with ground straps $95.00 UT7 Ground wires, blunt cut cargo area and blunt cut console area Inc.

UTQ Theft-deterrent system $50.00
V03 Cooling system, extra capacity Inc.

V53 Luggage rack side rails, delete Inc.

V76 Recovery hooks, 2 front, frame-mounted, Black $50.00 VK3 License plate front mounting package $0.00
VPV Ship Thru, Produced in Arlington Assembly and shipped to Kerr Industries and onto Arlington Assembly
$0.00
VXT Incomplete vehicle Inc.

VZ2 Speedometer calibration Inc.

WUA Fascia, front high-approach angle Inc.

XCS Tires, 275/55R20SL all-season, blackwall, Firestone Firehawk Pursuit
Inc.

YF5 Emissions, California state requirements $0.00
Z56 Suspension Package, heavy-duty, police-rated. Inc.
___ Capless Fuel Fill Inc.
___ Exterior ornamentation delete Inc.
___ Instrumentation, analog Inc.
___ Theft-deterrent system, vehicle, PASS-Key III Inc.
___ Power supply, 50-amp, power supply, auxiliary battery Inc. ___ Power supply, 100-amp, auxiliary battery, rear electrical center Inc. ___ Power supply, 120-amp, (4) 30-amp circuit, Primary battery Inc. ___ Seat belts, 3-point, all seating positions Inc.
___ Protected idle Inc.

SUBTOTAL $58,776.00
Adjustments Total $0.00
Destination Charge $1,995.00
TOTAL PRICE $60,771.00
40 MICHAEL HOHL MOTORS
TERRY ROUDA | 806-474-6654 | [email protected] Vehicle: [Fleet] 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe (CK10706) 4WD 4dr Commercial ( Complete ) Quote: New Quote FCC24049 24051 24044 24098 SLT PD PPV TAHOE This document contains information considered Confidential between GM and its Clients uniquely. The information provided is not intended for public disclosure. Prices, specifications, and availability are subject to change without notice, and do not include certain fees, taxes and charges that may be required by law or vary by manufacturer or region.

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FUEL ECONOMY
Est City:14 (2023) MPG
Est Highway:20 (2023) MPG
Est Highway Cruising Range:480.00 mi
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51 Item No. Description Quantity Unit Price Total Price 2024 Tahoe Patrol
Using Placer County Contract SCN107418
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Front End Equipment
BK2019TAH21 Setina, PB450L4 Aluminum Bumper ION Trio R/B/W, 21-24 Tahoe 3 861.75 2,585.25 CEM16 Whelen Core WCX 16 Output Expansion Module 3 171.60 514.80 SA315P Whelen Siren Speaker 100W 3 199.99 599.97
PROMO
SAK70 Whelen, Speaker Bracket, Fits 2021-23 Tahoe 3 30.60 91.80 OEM WIG-WAG and Back Flash
I Installation Charges 24 140.00 3,360.00
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Side Equipment
LINSV2B Whelen, LINZ V-Series LED Blue Under Surface Mount 3 181.20 543.60 LINSV2R Whelen LINZ V-Series LED Red Under Surface Mount 3 181.20 543.60 LSVBKT54 Whelen, LINSV Series Mirror Mount Kit, Fits 21+ Tahoe-Pair 3 20.40 61.20 I Installation Charges 9 140.00 1,260.00
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Roof Equipment
BB2DEDE-LEHR Whelen, 54" Liberty II Duo WCX 3 2,265.00 6,795.00 PROMO
STPKT101 Whelen Strap Kit, Fits Silverado 1500 2019-2020 3 NMO-K-DS 3/4" Hole NMO Style Mount w/17' DS Coax 6 34.87 209.22 PROMO
PWAT328TWSHKGCPLEHR Panorama, Panorama Ibr900 Antenna Sharkee Gcp 3 315.00 945.00 Confirm Radio's and number of antennas
I Installation Charges 9.75 140.00 1,365.00
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Drivers Compartment Equipment
CCTL7 Whelen Core WCX 21 Push-Buttons & 4-Position Slide Control Head 3 C399SP Whelen SCANport KIT FOR C399 3
Available for Ford Super Duty 2023-2024, Chevrolet Silverado 1500 PPV 2022-2024, Page:

Document Date:

Quote Number:

Sales Quote
To:

Ship
SalesPerson
Ship Via Customer ID
To:

Sell
50279
Steve Adair
62850
Phone: 800-982-8468
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CA 96150-6227
1700 D ST
Jeff Roberson
South Lake Tahoe-Motor Pool
Phone: 530-542-6521
So Lake Tahoe, CA 96150-6325
1901 Airport Road Suite 210
Jeff Roberson
City of South Lake Tahoe
Phone: 775-507-2460 Fax:
9240 Prototype Dr Reno, NV 89521-8987
11/5/2024
1 Tax Ident. Type Legal Entity
Vehicle Information:
2024 CHEVY TAHOE
Terms: Net 30
Payment Method:
52 Item No. Description Quantity Unit Price Total Price Ford Transit 2023-2024, Chevrolet Blazer EV 2023-2024, Chevrolet Tahoe 2024 C-VS-1012-TAH-1 Havis Console Vehicle Specific 22", Fits 2021+ Chevy Tahoe 3 546.00 1,638.00 C-EB40-CCS-1P Havis 4" FP Fits Cencom CCSRN, CCSRNTA, MPC03 3 C-EB30-KCH-1P Havis, 3" Face Plate, Fits Kenwood KCH-20R Remote Radio 3 C-FP-3 Havis, 3" Filler Plate 3
10" of slanted Console used
C-AP-0325-1 Havis 3" Accessory Pocket, 2.5" Deep 3 35.70 107.10 C-EB40-WSB-1P Havis 4" FP Fits Arges Remote Spotlight Control Head 3 C-FP-1 Havis, 1" Filler Plate 3
CUP2-1001 Havis 4" Internal Self-Adjusting Double Cup Holder 3 46.90 140.70 C-USB-3 Havis, USB-C & USB Type A Dual Port Charger 6 69.30 415.80 12" of flate console space used
C-ARM-103 Havis, Armrest For Top Mount, Console, Large Pad 3 127.40 382.20 C-DMM-3019 Havis, Heavy Duty Dash Mount, Fits 21-23 Chevrolet Tahoe 3 361.90 1,085.70 C-KBM-202 Havis, Rugged Keyboard Mount and Adapter Combination 3 118.30 354.90 IK-TR-911-RED iKey Full Travel Keyboard w/Backlit Keys 3 346.50 1,039.50 PKG-MD-ARM-0306 includes the following items
C-LDM-0012 Havis, Side Pole Mount for Swivel Arm 3 131.60 394.80 MD-ARM-0306 Havis, Swivel Arm Mount 3 105.70 317.10

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CF-334Z053AM Panasonic, Win11 Pro, Intel Core i7-1270P vPro, AMT, 12.0in QHD Gloved Multi Touch + Digitizer
3 4,985.00 14,955.00
DS-PAN-1201-2 Havis, Docking Station For Panasonic TOUGHBOOK 33 Tablet with Standard Port Replication
3 822.50 2,467.50
LPS-103 Havis, Power Adapter 3 200.90 602.70
G-BOM621-A Intrmotive, Blackout Module 2021 Chevy Tahoe (Ppv, Ssv, U.S. Vehicles Only) 3 453.13 1,359.39 G-PIO601-A Intermotive Protected Idle Output, Secures Gunlock and Hatch, 2021 Tahoe 3 264.14 792.42 GK11191B1S Setina Dual T-Rail Gun Mount 1 Blac-Rac Lock/1 Shotgun Lock #2 Key 3 771.75 2,315.25 60CREGCS Whelen 12 Diode Interior Light, 6" Round Surface Mount Split Red/White 3 151.20 453.60 PROMO
MMSU-1 Mag Mic Magnetic Mic Kit 6 34.95 209.70
I Installation Charges 67.5 140.00 9,450.00
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END OF ASSEMBLY
PK0123TAH212ND Setina, #12VS 2ND EXPANDED METAL Partition 3 479.25 1,437.75 WK0514TAH21 Setina, Window Barrier, Steel, Vertical, Fits 2021+ Tahoe 3 246.75 740.25 DK0100TAH21 Setina TPO Door Panel Covers- Black 2021-24 Tahoe 3 246.75 740.25 QK1374TAH21 Setina Full Transport Replacement Seat 2021-24 Tahoe 3 869.25 2,607.75 I Installation Charges 22.5 140.00 3,150.00
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Back End Equipment
32947035020070330001 Tuffy, Custom Tactical Gear Drawer 3-Drw, 47" P/N 329-470350200-7033-000-01 3 1,674.83667 5,024.51 235-01 Tuffy, SL-Riser Mounting Kit for Drawers 3 178.20 534.60 C399 Whelen Cencom Core WCX Remote Siren & Control Center 3 1,079.00 3,237.00 PROMO
TLIB Whelen ION T-Series Linear Super-LED Surface Mt. Lighthead Blue 3 97.80 293.40 PROMO
TLIR Whelen ION T-Series Linear Super-LED Surface Mt. Lighthead Red 3 97.80 293.40 PROMO
TIONWEDG Whelen Mounting Wedges ION T-Series 6 13.80 82.80 Mounted exterior by license plate visable when hatch is open IONBKT1 Whelen, Universal License Plate Bracket for 2 ION Lightheads, Horizontal Mount 3 26.40 79.20 IONR Whelen ION Series Super-LED Universal Light - Red 3 100.80 302.40 PROMO
IONB Whelen ION Series Super-LED Universal Light - Blue 3 100.80 302.40 PROMO
60CREGCS Whelen 12 Diode Interior Light, 6" Round Surface Mount Split Red/White 3 151.20 453.60 PROMO
DC-5E8Q-25BLMB Misc, 25' Cat 5 Cable 3 21.99 65.97
HKN6169B Motorola 17' Control Head Remote Mount Cable APX, XTL 3 98.52 295.56 SO-L2001 AFS, Lehr Auto Timed Power Harness-96" Braided, 6 Timed Circuits w/ Ground Wires 3 143.08667 429.26 Page:

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Steve Adair
62850
Phone: 800-982-8468
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CA 96150-6227
1700 D ST
Jeff Roberson
South Lake Tahoe-Motor Pool
Phone: 530-542-6521
So Lake Tahoe, CA 96150-6325
1901 Airport Road Suite 210
Jeff Roberson
City of South Lake Tahoe
Phone: 775-507-2460 Fax:
9240 Prototype Dr Reno, NV 89521-8987
11/5/2024
3 Tax Ident. Type Legal Entity
Vehicle Information:
2024 CHEVY TAHOE
Terms: Net 30
Payment Method:
54 Item No. Description Quantity Unit Price Total Price SO-L2003 AFS, Lehr Auto Timed and Ignition Power Harness-96" Braided, 4 Tmd Cicr w/ 2 Ign Cicr and 3 Greend W
3 113.95333 341.86
MW-A1001 All Fleet Solutions, MW Series Speaker Adapter, Fits Whelen CORE AMP w/ CORE C399
3 32.83 98.49
SO-408-MWDC SPECIAL ORDER, LEHR AUTO, DATA Cable Harness FOR WHELEN CORE 3 411.35333 1,234.06 SO-385-FL All Fleet Solutions, MW Series, PUSH BMPR Harness, QTY 4: DUP GRILL, QTY 2 Duo SIDE LGTS & QTY 2 Duo
3 184.19 552.57
12-WCX-PWR36 AFS, WeCanX Expansion Module, 36" Canem16 Power, (4) 10 Amp Mini Fuse w/ 1/4" Ring At Battery
3 110.13 330.39
12-WCSP-CORE-28 AFS, 28" Whelen Cencom Core Siren Power Cable 3 66.37333 199.12 00-1402-L AFS, Battery Cable for 2021 Chevy Tahoe, 6 Ga Battery To Radio Tray w/ 150 Amp Circuit Breaker
3 175.26667 525.80
CK-WCX-M7 All Fleet Solutions, Connector Kit for WCX-M7 ConnectorS AND 21 PINS 3 16.27333 48.82 WCX-M7 All Fleet Solutions, DATA Cable JUNCTION BOX FOR WHELEN CORE, 7 PORTS 3 87.90667 263.72 MB-CT001 All Fleet Solutions, Underhood Mounting Bracket for Chevy Tahoe 3 40.79667 122.39 P18-FLEX All Fleet Solutions, PWR 18 DIST CNTR, 6 BAT HOT, 6 IGN HOT, 6 TIMED CIR, 125 AMP TOTAL, 30 AMP/CIR
3 474.60 1,423.80
I Installation Charges 57 140.00 7,980.00
F Shipping Charges 3 575.00 1,725.00
INSTALL Install Materials 3 435.00 1,305.00
104,810.04
8,294.31
96,515.73
Total:

Total Sales Tax:

Subtotal:
1,725.00
94790.73
Amount Exempt from Sales Tax
Amount Subject to Sales Tax
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Steve Adair
62850
Phone: 800-982-8468
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CA 96150-6227
1700 D ST
Jeff Roberson
South Lake Tahoe-Motor Pool
Phone: 530-542-6521
So Lake Tahoe, CA 96150-6325
1901 Airport Road Suite 210
Jeff Roberson
City of South Lake Tahoe
Phone: 775-507-2460 Fax:
9240 Prototype Dr Reno, NV 89521-8987
11/5/2024
4 Tax Ident. Type Legal Entity
Vehicle Information:
2024 CHEVY TAHOE
Terms: Net 30
Payment Method:
55 Company Address Date 1/3/2025
740 Commerce Dr., Suite 11 Quotation # 1062
Venice, FL 34292 Customer ID South Lake Tahoe
732-267-4767
Quotation For
South Lake Tahoe Police Department
Jeff Roberson Quotation valid until: 2/3/2025
1352 Johnson Blvd Prepared by: Cody Klawitter
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
775-691-0475
Comments or Special Instructions
Part Number Description Unit Price Qty Amount
VM7730BF-P VHF Mobile (With KCH-20RV Control
Head) $ 4,950.00 3 $ 14,850.00
$ -
KCT-71M2 17ft cable $ - 3 $ -
KMC-65M MIC $ - 3 $ -
KCT-23M3 Standard Deck DC Cable $ - 3 $ -
KMB-33M Standard Deck Mounting Bracket $ - 3 $ -
KRK-17BF Remote Kit $ - 3 $ -
KCT-46 Ignition Sense Cable $ - 3 $ -
KES-5A KES-5 speakers for KCH-20 $ - 3 $ -
8322000002 P25 Conventional $ - 3 $ -
3 Patrol Radios
Quote
56 8322000005 P25 Phase 1 Trunking $ - 3 $ -
8322000006 P25 Phase 2 TDMA $ - 3 $ -
8323000004 Multi Key AES $ - 3 $ -
8326000002 MDC1200 / GE-Star Signaling $ - 3 $ -
8324000002 P25 OTAR $ - 3 $ -
8324000004 OTIP $ - 3 $ -
8326000027 P25 Paging Decode and Encode $ - 3 $ -
P25 OTAP $ - 3 $ -
5db gain antenna kit $ - 3 $ -
Subtotal $ 14,850.00
If you have any questions concerning this quotation, please contact: Tax Rate 8.75% Richard Schubiger 732-267-4767 Sales Tax $ 1,299.38
Other
Thank you for your business! TOTAL $ 16,149.38
57 SOLE SOURCE JUSTIFICATION REQUEST
SOLE SOURCE VENDOR: ____ MobileOne
ADDRESS: 740 Commerce Dr. Ste 11 Venice, FL 34292
ITEM TO BE PURCHASED: Patrol Vehicle Radios (3)
COST: not to exceed $16,149.38

1. Check reasons for sole source request:
__ Proprietary: The item is available only from a single source; the item is held under exclusive title, trademark, or copyright by a private person or company; a proprietary distributorship would also apply.
___ Emergency Purchase: The public exigency or emergency for the requirement will not permit a delay resulting from competitive solicitation, per City Code SLTCC § 3.45.070 _XX_ Sole Source: After solicitation of several sources, competition is determined inadequate or no other items are known to exist which perform the same function. ___ Federal Awards: when purchasing goods or services with Federal Funds where the Federal awarding agency expressly authorizes noncompetitive proposals in response to a written request from the City. (attach authorization to this form) _XX_ Standardization: The City requires the item(s) to standardize parts, design, quality, etc.

Explain: MobileOne is the current radio system contractor and supplier of the EF Johnson/Kenwood Mobile Radio Consoles currently installed in our police vehicle fleet. EF Johnson/Kenwood is the manufacturer of our citywide radio digital radio system. This purchase keeps each patrol vehicle consistent for radio console user interface.

Note: when using Federal Funds, you must have written authorization from the Federal Awarding agency if claiming sole source for Standardization purposes.

2. Describe the product or service and how it is unique or one-of-a-kind: EF Johnson is the manufacturer of the city wide radio system.

3. Explain why the product/service is available from only one source and what avenues you pursued to confirm that this is factual. MobileOne is our contracted vendor and is still under performance contract.

5. Can your requirements be modified to allow competitive products or services be used? Explain: Fleet equipment continuity is important; this was the radio system installed fleetwide.

DEPARTMENT HEAD SIG
* Requests over $10,000 require City Manager's approval. Requests over $60,000 requires City Council's approval.
58 County of Placer
Procurement Services Division
2964 Richardson Drive
Auburn, CA 95603
Phone (530) 886-2122
Supplier Contract
Contract Number SCN107418
Contract Reference 97
Contract Start Date 10/01/2024
Contract End Date 09/30/2025
Buyer Javier Terrazas
Phone Number +1 (530) 8894252
Email [email protected]

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STOMMEL INC
dba LEHR
631 N MARKET BLVD STE N
SACRAMENTO, CA 95834
This Supplier Contract shall be governed by the attached terms and conditions.

Please reference the Supplier Contract number above on all invoices and correspondence related to this order.

Summary:

Emergency Response Vehicle Supplies/Equipment and Installation Services Vendor Contact: Steve Adair, Ph. #No. 916-267-5547, Email: [email protected] County Contacts:

Probation Dept. Contact: Jeff Thompson, Ph. #530-889-7912, Email: [email protected] Placer County Sheriff Contact: Matt Burgans, Ph. #530-889-7865 Sheriff Accounting: [email protected]
Placer County Fire: Sarah Poindexter, Ph. #530-889-4037 Placer County Fire Accounting: [email protected] District Attorney's Office: Mary Green, Ph. #916-543-8079, [email protected] Renewal of SCN1063120
Payment Terms Total Contract Amount
500,000.00
Service Lines
Line Number Description Start Date End Date Amount
1 Emergency response vehicle equipment and supplies as well as equipment installation services in accordance with the vendor's agreement to renew SCN106312 - see attached for pricing, terms, and conditions, and discounts.

Approved by the Placer County Board of Supervisors on July 9, 2024.
10/01/2024 09/30/2025 500,000.00
59 631 North Market Street Suite N, Sacramento Ca 95834 Labor Price Increase Notice
Due to wage pressure for technicians our labor rate has increased to $140 per hour Effective:

October 1, 2024
October 1, 2024
To Our Valued Customers,
Due to the State of California increasing wage pressure and industry changes our new Labor Rate will need to increase from $125.00 per hour to $140.00 per hour for work performed at a LEHR facility. Labor performed outside of a LEHR facility will be billed at $200.00 per hour. Technicians travel will be billed at $140.00 per hour.

Lehr provides specialized labor for the fabrication of first responder vehicles.

Historically we have only taken four labor increases in 15 years. Wages have increased annually to allow Lehr to continue to employ certified and qualified technicians. To ensure that Lehr provides the best emergency equipment installations in the industry this increase was implemented.

If you have any questions regarding the labor increase, please reach out to:

Steve Adair
Lehr
Regional Sales Manager
631 North Market St. Suite N
Sacramento, CA 95834
Cell 916.267.5547
Fax: 916.646.6656
[email protected]
60 Additional Emergency Equipment Manufatures Discounts Manufacture Discount of List Price
AFS 40%
AceK‐9 2%
AEDEC 2%
American Aluminum 25%
Airgain 15%
BackRack 15%
Big Sky 10%
Boss 20%
Brooking 20%
CHEETAH 13.33%
Copeland 15%
D&R 10%
ECCO 40%
GORhino 25%
Grote 20%
Hint 15%
Hybrid Power Solutions 2% I‐Key 23%
Intermotive 10%
Jotto Desk 12%
Kussmaul 5%
LEHR Vehicle Solutions 30%
Lind 2%
Lund 5%
MnStar 10%
Newmar 5%
Panorama 5%
Patrol Power 20%
Pico 35%
PMT 5%
Power Products 15%
Pro‐Gard 20%
Ram Mounts 15%
Ray Allen 2%
Rockland Boxes 2%
Stico 2%
Stopstick 5%
Streamlight 30%
Secure‐Idle 5%
TigerTough 5%
Tomar 23%
Trucklite 67%
Tuffy 20%
Unity 38%
Weatherguard 10%
Weldex 15%
Westin 20%
Xantrex 20%
Panasonic Toughbooks 12%
Panasonic ICV 12%
Vigilant ALPR 12%
CradlePoint 5%
Sierra Wirless 5%
Ubiquity 2%
Fixed PODS 10%
Watch Guard MSI 2%
61 Procurement Services Division
2964 Richardson Drive ▪ Auburn, CA 95603
(530) 886-2122
20000 - Emergency Response Vehicle Equipment and Installation Services Opening Date: July 30, 2019 4:45 PM
Closing Date: August 13, 2019 3:00 PM
To ensure a complete and timely response, it is strongly recommended that you submit your bid response via our Online Bidding System.

However, if you have difficult submitting your bid online or prefer to submit your bid manually (hard-copy) for any reason, print and complete this bid package along with any required bid documents, and mail or deliver in a sealed envelope to:

Placer County Procurement Services Division
2964 Richardson Drive
Auburn, CA 95603
All bids must be submitted on original documents (no fax bids) prior to the Closing Date and Time specified above and as prescribed in this bid's General Terms and Conditions. All bids must be signed by an authorized representative of the firm. UNSIGNED OR LATE BIDS WILL BE REJECTED.

Vendors shall complete the area below for hard copy submissions:

COMPANY NAME: Stommel Inc. DBA LEHR
Mailing Address:

City/State/Zip:

Contact Person:

Telephone:

Email:
631 N. Market Street Suite N
Sacramento CA 95834
Steve Adair
916-267-5547 Cell -- 916-646-6646 Office
[email protected]
SIGNATURE:

DATE:

Title:
____________________________________________________
_____8/22/2024___________________________
____________________________________________________
By signature above, bidder hereby agrees to and accepts the terms, conditions and requirements specified in this bid, including the following bid documents and all related addenda (if any).

Vendor Details
Regional Sales Manager
62 Company Name: Stommel Inc
Does your company conduct business
under any other name? If yes, please
state:

Lehr Auto Electric
Address:
4707 Northgate Blvd
Sacramento, CA 95834-1120
Contact: Steve Adair
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 916-267-5547
Fax: 916-646-6656
HST#: 61-1499917
Submission Details
Created On: Thursday August 08, 2019 16:23:20
Submitted On: Tuesday August 13, 2019 11:55:35
Submitted By: Steve Adair
Email: [email protected]
Transaction #: bf9e4edd-1317-482f-9d85-05e42711727e
Submitter's IP Address: 207.242.136.194
63 Schedule of Prices
BID PRICING WORKSHEET - Category 1
ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION UOM EST. ANNUAL
USAGE

MANUFACTURE
R

MANUFACTURERS
PART NUMBER UNIT PRICE * EXT PRICE

PRODUCT

WARRANTY

INFORMATION
(state number
of months and
any special
terms or
provisions that
may apply)

COMMENTS

1.1 Lightbar with the following
options/modifications: Add (2) LR11
Flashing Alley Lights, LED
(SRALF1); Add (2) 500 Series
inboard LED, one red and one blue
(SLDBR); Add (2) 500 Series
inboard LED, one red and one blue
(SLDBR); Add (2) TIR high output
LED take downs, flashing or steady
(SXTDLED); and Add (2) 500
Series inboard LED, amber/amber
(SLDAA).

EA 15 Whelen LFL
Liberty SW
WeCan Series
Super-LED 54"
Lightbar
SW2RRBB $1,750.0000 $ 26,250.00 60 Whelen Master
Distributor
*

1.2 Strap Kit for LFL Liberty SW
WeCan Series Super-LED 54"
Lightbar. Strap Kit shall be
compatible with Chevrolet Tahoe
Police SUVs.

EA 15 Whelen
Engineering
STPKT71 $57.0000 $ 855.00 60 Whelen Master
Distributor
*

1.3 CenCom Sapphire Siren with
amplifier control module with pigtails,
traffic advisor module, and
microphone with CCMICX20 included
(20' microphone cable).

EA 15 Whelen
Engineering
CCSRN3 $749.00 $ 60 Whelen Master
Distributor
*

1.4 PB400 Full Aluminum Push
Bumpers. Push bumpers shall be
compatible with 2015 to current
model year Chevrolet Tahoe Police
SUVs.

EA 15 Setina
Manufacturing
Bodyguard
PB400
BK0534TAH15 $319.2000 $ 4,788.00 60 Setina Master
Distributor
*

1.5 Patrol Car Seat, black, with Laguna
Seat Belts and Rear Cargo Cage.

Patrol car seat shall be compatible
with 2011 to current model year
Chevrolet Tahoe Police SUVs.

EA 15 Laguna 3P
Products
CT5502 $1,084.0000 $ 16,260.00 60 Laguna
distributor
*

1.6 Stationary Vinyl Coated Partition
with Full Lower Extension Panel.

The partition shall be compatible
with 2015 to current model year
Chevrolet Tahoe Police SUVs.

EA 15 Setina
Manufacturing 8-
VS Series
PK0369TAH10SCA $599.2500 $ 8,988.75 60 correct Part
Number
PK0369TAH15S
CA
*

1.7 Shotgun Gun Lock EA 15 Santa Cruz SC-1H $77.0400 $ 1,155.60 12 #2 Key *

1.8 Ratchet Lock Gen. 2 EA 15 Santa Cruz SC-6H $131.64 12 #2 Key *

1.9 Muzzle Up Partition Mount EA 30 Santa Cruz SC-915P $69.9900 $ 2,099.70 12 Authorized Distributor
*

1.10 Siren Speaker EA 15 Whelen SA315P $199.99 24 Authorized Distributor
*

1.11 Speaker Bracket Kit for Whelen
SA315P Speaker
EA 15 Whelen SAK1 $29.40 $ 60 Authorized
Distributor
*

1.12 Plug In Headlight Flasher for 2015
to current model year Chevrolet
Tahoe Police SUVs
EA 15 SoundOff ETHTAHO-07 $65.7200 $ 985.80 60 Authorized Distributor *

1.13 Vertex Super-LED Light, Single SelfContained Hemispheric Light, Color: BLUE
EA 45 Whelen VTX609B $84.99 $ 60 Authorized
Distributor *

1.14 Vertex Super-LED Light, Single SelfContained Hemispheric Light, Color: RED
EA 45 Whelen VTX609R $84.99 $ 60 Authorized
Distributor *

1.15 Vertex Super-LED Light, Single SelfContained Hemispheric Light, Color: CLEAR
EA 45 Whelen VTX609J $$84.99 $ 60 Authorized
Distributor *

1.16 LIN3 Series Super-LED Lighthead,
Horizontal Mounting, Color: BLUE
EA 15 Whelen RSB02ZCR $$66.60 $ 60 Authorized
Distributor
*

1.17 LIN3 Series Super-LED Lighthead,
Horizontal Mounting, Color: RED
EA 15 Whelen RSR02ZCR $66.60 $ 60 Authorized
Distributor
*

1.18 Mounting Bracket for LIN3 Series
Super-LED Lighthead (Horizontal
Mounting)
EA 30 Whelen RBKT1 $10.80 $ 60 Authorized
Distributor *
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10 year warranty
64 1.19 PAR46 LED Flood - Spotlight EA 25 Whelen
Engineering
P46FLC $154.99 $ 60 Authorized
Distributor
*

1.20 PAR46 LED Spot - Spotlight EA 25 Whelen
Engineering
P46SLC $154.99 $ 60 Authorized
Distributor
*

1.21 Magnetic Mic Kit EA 25 Whelen
Engineering
MMSU-1 $34.9500 $ 873.75 12 Authorized
Distributor
*

1.22 Blac-Rac Weapon Mount EA 20 Blac-Rac 1082E $861.75 $ 12 Authorized Distributor
*

1.23 Chargeguard-Select Auto Shut-Off
Timer
EA 15 Havis Inc. CG-X $71.3800 $ 1,070.70 36 Authorized Distributor
*

1.24 Littlite 12" Gooseneck Lamp with
Rehostat Control, Gooseneck
Extends From End of Chassis, Lead
Extends From Bottom of Chassis.

EA 15 Federal Signal LF12ERB $57.7500 $ 866.25 60 Authorized Distributor
*

1.25 Patrol Vehicle "Placer" Console,
consisting of the following
components:Arm Rest w/2"
Extension - Lehr Auto Electric
Model# PARM002Tall, Arm Rest
Pad - Lehr Auto Electric Model#
PARP, XTL2500 3" Faceplate -
Troy Products Model#FP-MXTL5000,
Cencom 4" Faceplate - Troy
Products Model#FP-WC10285909,
1" Blank - Troy Products Model# FPBLNK1, 2" Blank - Troy Products Model# FP-BLNK2, 4" Beverage
Holder - Troy Products Model#
EA 12 Lehr Auto
Electric
PCC001 $1,142.0000 $ 13,704.00 60 Authorized
Distributor
*

1.26 Mount Kit EA 1 Troy Products AC-EXP03 $117.1800 $ 117.18 60 limited Lifetime *

1.27 Speaker EA 1 Code 3 C3100ENO7 $178.3800 $ 178.38 24 Authorized Distributor
*

1.28 12" Litlite Console Light EA 1 Feederal Signal LF12TRB $66.95 60 Authorized Distributor
*

1.29 3 Accessory Outlet EA 2 Able2 Shoe-Me 14.0553 $21.9500 $ 43.90 24 Authorized Distributor
*

1.30 Dual Stacked LED X Light EA 2 Code 3 LXEX2F-RR $411.10 $ 60 Authorized Distributor
*

1.31 Wig-Wag EA 1 Sound Off LAROOBK $42.6000 $ 42.60 60 Authorized Distributor
*

1.32 Double Beam Halogen Work Lamp
12V
EA 2 Hella 006991663 AS 115 $41.8200 $ 83.64 12 Authorized Distributor
*

1.33 LED Strip Light EA 1 Whelen PSC0CDCR $ 112.20 $ 60 Authorized Distributor
*

1.34 2007-2010 Ford Expedition Base EA 1 Gamber Johnson 7160-446- $113.4000 $ 113.40 60 Part Number 7160-0046
*

1.35 Mongoose 9" Locking Slide Arm w/o
Standard Attachment
EA 1 Gamber Johnson 7160-0219 $247.8000 $ 247.80 60 Part has been discontinued
replacement
quoted 7160-
0220
*

1.36 Tlt Swivel Attachment EA 1 Gamber Johnson DS-CLEVIS $56.0000 $ 56.00 60 Discontinued part -
replacement
quoted 7110-
1008
*

1.37 Radio Ray Wireless Spot Light EA 1 GoLight 7900 $244.1100 $ 244.11 36 Limited 3yr warranty
*

1.38 18" Console EA 1 Troy Products CC-MC18 384.48 $ 60 Authorized Distributor
*
Subtotal: $ 124,020.15
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66 Bid Questions
Delivery Time: Bidders shall indicate their delivery time (after an order is received) for items specified in this bid without installation services in the space provided. Indicate your Delivery Time in Days
Delivery time 2-21 days. (In stock items 1-2 days, Items needed to be ordered up to 3 weeks however we stock many of your every day items.)
Turnaround Time: Bidders shall indicate their normal
turnaround time for a fully installed emergency vehicle in the space provided. Indicate your Turnaround Time in
Days
3-5 business days
**Note: If installation service is needed on behalf of Placer County Fire Department, the County intends to deliver and pick up the vehicles at the successful firm's location. As an option, Placer County Fire may require the successful firm to pick up and/or deliver a vehicle. Bidder shall provide rates for pick up and delivery service to be charged oneway, from vendor's shop to Placer County Fire facility only.**
$65 per hour based on Map Quest travel time 35 minutes travel time Travel Rate: Bidders shall provide rates for pick up and delivery service to be charges one-way, from the vendor's shop to the Placer County Fire Department address:
13760 Lincoln Way Auburn, CA 95603. Indicate your travel rate
$65 per hour based on Map Quest travel time 35 minutes travel time Travel Time: Bidders shall provide rates for pick up and delivery service to be charges one-way, from the vendor's shop to the Placer County Fire Department address:
13760 Lincoln Way Auburn, CA 95603. Indicate your
Travel Time
$65 per hour based on Map Quest travel time 35 minutes travel time Documents
Upload additional information here - optional, unless otherwise denoted as mandatory (with asterisk):

Additional Document - Additional Discounts.xlsx - Tuesday August 13, 2019 11:36:56 Travel $140.00 per hour
Onsite work $200.00 Per hour
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COUNTY OF PLACER

EMERGENCY RESPONSE VEHICLE EQUIPMENT AND INSTALLATION SERVICES

SUPPLEMENTAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS

1. DOCUMENTS
Below are the documents associated with this bid.

Attachment A – Supplemental Terms and Conditions
Attachment B – Scope of Work
Attachment C – Insurance Requirements
Attachment D – Lightbar Configuration (Patrol Vehicle)

2. OVERVIEW
Placer County is soliciting bids for the purchase and installation of emergency response vehicle equipment & related supplies for the Placer County sheriff’s Office and Placer County Fire Department. Placer County intends to award a supplier contract for the purchase emergency response vehicle equipment and installation services on an as-needed basis. The items, quantities, sample jobs, services, and occurrences listed in this bid represent the County’s estimated annual requirements and will be utilized for evaluation purposes only. The County does not guarantee any minimum or maximum quantities that will be purchased or minimum or maximum dollar amounts to be spent throughout the term of the resulting agreement(s). Please note that the County requires NEW PRODUCT ONLY – No refurbished, demo, or restored products will be accepted unless specifically authorized by County staff.

3. PRICING
Responding bidders shall indicate their hourly shop rate for the services described herein as well as provide firm, fixed prices and discounts off list prices for the emergency response vehicle equipment and supplies listed in this bid for the initial contract period of approximately one year from the date this bid is awarded. Pricing offered in the bid line items herein shall be for services provided during the successful firm’s normal business hours. Overtime will not be required. The bidder’s shop labor rate per hour offered herein shall apply to all vehicle and equipment makes, models, and types.

The prices offered by bidders shall be exclusive of sales tax (applicable sales tax shall be added to the County’s invoices). The discounts offered by bidders for the brands listed in this solicitation shall be calculated and billed in addition to any invoice terms that are offered.

All rates shall be billed in accordance with the bidders offered pricing. The County will not accept or pay any premiums, administrative surcharge costs, or any other surcharges that are not identified in the bidder’s response. Charges imposed by the State of California or Federal Government after the bid has been awarded will be honored.
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4. AWARD

4.1. This bid shall be evaluated and awarded by an all-or-none basis. The bid evaluation will consider the total cost to install the Sheriff’s Office patrol vehicle equipment into a typical Chevrolet Tahoe 4x2 and 4x4 for items 1.1 through 1.25 and a Ford Expedition for the Placer County Fire Department for items 1.26 through 1.38 for evaluation purposes. This cost will be determined by multiplying the firm’s shop labor rate by the total estimated time to install the equipment, as determined by the County. The estimated installation time will be 18 hours of labor for evaluation purposes only. Local Vendor Preference (if applicable), prompt payment discounts, optional pick up/delivery rates, travel time, travel time rate, turnaround time, and adherence to all conditions and requirements of this bid will also be considered.

Bidders are not required to bid on all categories to be considered for award however Placer County reserves the right to award the bid based on pricing offered for the most categories.

4.2. An example of a typical Chevrolet Tahoe patrol vehicle installation includes the following equipment (manufacturer or supplier is shown in parenthesis – no substitutions):
 Light Bar System (Whelen/Cencom)
 Headlight Flasher (Soundoff)
 Siren Speaker and Bracket (Whelen)
 Maplight (Little Lite)
 Radio Mounting Console (Lehr)
 Cage (Setina)
 Gun Locks – 2 per vehicle (Santa Cruz)
 Push Bumper (Setina)

All emergency equipment, dome light, and spotlight are required to be wired to an auxiliary power source in the rear of the vehicle. All power should be timed and disconnected as to protect the vehicle from a dead battery.

4.3. Other public agencies may elect to “piggyback” on the County’s resulting agreement(s). It will be the responsibility of the other agencies to execute separate contracts with the successful bidder(s) at the same bid pricing (refer to this Bid’s General Terms and Conditions, Section 22) through the end of the initial contract period. Any subsequent renewal pricing and terms successfully negotiated between Placer County and the successful bidder(s) would be made available to those other agencies.

5. DELIVERY REQUIREMENTS

5.1. Bidder’s pricing for equipment and supplies shall be FOB Destination, freight prepaid and assumed by the successful bidder, inside delivery to the following address:

Placer County Sheriff’s Office
2929 Richardson Drive, Ste. A
Auburn, CA 95603
Placer County Fire Department
13760 Lincoln Way
Auburn, CA 95603
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5.2. The successful bidder shall deliver regular orders within five (5) business days of order placement for the complete order (no partial deliveries will be allowed unless specifically approved by County staff at the time the order is placed). There will also be occasions where the County will need to place an emergency order, which shall be defined as items which are so urgently needed that they must be delivered within forty-eight (48) hours of placing the order or items that are not available from the vendor’s normal inventory. In these instances actual freight charges will be allowed with written approval from the County employee placing the order. All freight charges shall be prepaid by the vendor and added to the resulting invoice. Freight collect charges will not be allowed. The vendor shall clearly advise County personnel of such emergency order circumstances for authorization at the time the order is placed with the vendor.

5.3. If the County’s orders are not delivered within the delivery times specified herein, the County reserves the right to cancel the order and obtain the products from another source. In the event that the County must make such open market purchases, the County reserves the right to exercise the provisions of Section 17 of this bid’s General Terms and Conditions.

Continued non-compliance with the stated delivery times may be cause for cancellation of the resulting agreement.

6. PRICE LISTS
Placer County requests that the successful bidder provide price lists upon award of the resulting agreement for each of the manufacturer discounts offered in the successful bidder’s completed Bid Pricing Worksheet. The County will accept electronic versions of the price lists if hard copies are not available (e.g. CD’s, flash drives, etc.). These lists will be used to verify the discount pricing on the resulting invoices. All price lists shall be provided free of charge to the County. The County also prefers that the successful bidder(s) state the manufacturer’s list price, the bidder’s offered discount off list price, and the net price for each part purchased on the resulting invoices. The successful bidder shall be responsible for notifying the Placer County Sheriff’s Office primary contact as well as the Procurement Services Division of any changes or updates to the bidder’s/manufacturer’s published catalog/list prices that occur during the contract period.

7. INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS
The successful bidder shall be required to furnish a certificate of insurance within ten (10) calendar days following receipt of a Notice of Award demonstrating proof of coverage in the amounts specified in Attachment C, Insurance Requirements.

8. SUBCONTRACTING
The successful bidder shall not subcontract any portion of the work to be performed under the resulting agreement.

9. EQUIVALENT/ALTERNATE OFFERS
Due to the standardization of the County’s emergency response vehicle equipment including the County’s inventory of repair/replacement parts as well as staff training issues, bids will only be accepted for the brand and model emergency response vehicle equipment and supplies specified in the Bid Worksheet.
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10. SERVICE STANDARDS
The successful bidder shall provide all necessary personnel, tools, parts, materials, and equipment to perform the services described herein. The successful bidder shall perform all work in such a manner as to meet all accepted standards for safe practices for emergency response vehicle equipment installation services and to safely maintain stored equipment or other hazards consequential or related to the work. The successful bidder agrees to accept the sole responsibility for complying with all local, County, State or other legal requirements at all times including, but not limited to, O.S.H.A. and CAL. O.S.H.A. Safety Orders. The successful bidder must meet all EPA standards as well as all Federal, State, and Local laws, standards, and regulatory and permitting requirements while performing services on behalf of Placer County.

11. WORKMANSHIP
All services shall be performed in accordance with the highest standards prevailing in the trades. All of the successful bidder’s employees shall be especially skilled and appropriately trained and certified for the kind of work for which they are employed. Should the successful bidder’s Manager and/or Placer County staff deem anyone employed by the successful bidder incapable of completing the work required, the successful bidder shall immediately dismiss the employee from performing services on behalf of the County. Such removal shall not be considered a basis for employee’s claim for compensation or damages against the County, or any of its officers or agents. 71 Attachment B
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COUNTY OF PLACER

EMERGENCY RESPONSE VEHICLE EQUIPMENT AND INSTALLATION SERVICES

SCOPE OF WORK

1.0 The successful bidder shall be regularly established in the business of routine emergency vehicle lighting and equipment installation services on a variety of patrol vehicles, light trucks, and fire trucks. Responding firms shall have staff experienced in the installation of law enforcement and fire department radios, “Code 3” emergency equipment, prisoner partitions, mounting consoles, trunk racks, cages and gun locks at a minimum.

2.0 The successful bidder shall be qualified and capable of performing equipment installation services on various types of emergency response vehicles and equipment including, but not limited to, law enforcement sedans, sport utility vehicles, trucks, undercover vehicles, trailers, off-highway vehicles, and boats, including Type I and Type II engines.

3.0 Time is of the essence in returning County vehicles to service. The successful bidder agrees that work performed under the resulting agreement shall receive top priority over other work in the successful bidder’s shop. If the County determines that the workload of the successful bidder is such that timeliness is not possible in a given situation, the County reserves the right to assign the job to another vendor.

4.0 In the event that the successful bidder is unable to respond or complete the requested services within the bidder’s stated turnaround time, the successful bidder shall notify the County designated contact person immediately prior to commencing work. The County at its sole discretion may elect to utilize the services of another vendor in such instances and will notify the successful bidder if such intention is to be exercised.

5.0 The successful bidder agrees that the County has the right to view any work performed on a County vehicle at the successful bidder’s facility at any time, whether or not services have been completed. The successful bidder agrees that the County has the right to audit any work performed by the successful bidder.

6.0 The successful bidder warrants the goods furnished to be of the highest quality, complying with the specifications and free from all defects whatsoever in workmanship and materials, for a minimum period of one year from the date of delivery. Replacements and repairs under this warranty are to be made by the successful bidder at no cost and to the satisfaction of the County. Equipment installations shall be guaranteed for as long as the County owns/possesses the vehicle.

7.0 The successful bidder agrees that the County has the right to make the final determination as to whether services have been satisfactorily completed. The successful bidder shall include County staff on a walk-through of the vehicle to confirm that all equipment is installed and functioning correctly and testing the equipment prior to the County's acceptance of the work as being completed. Should any portion of the work to be done which, due to any cause, is not in accordance with the specifications or is not satisfactorily completed, it will be rejected and the successful bidder shall immediately make a satisfactory arrangement with the County before proceeding with other work. The successful bidder shall promptly correct all work rejected by the County as faulty, defective, or failing to conform to the product specifications or scope of 72 Attachment B
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work defined herein, whether observed before or after substantial completion of the work and whether or not inspected, tested, repaired, fabricated, installed, or completed. The successful bidder shall bear all costs of correcting such rejected work. This provision applies during the contract term and any resulting renewal periods.

8.0 The successful bidder shall be held responsible for any breakage or loss of the County’s vehicles or equipment while performing service on the County’s vehicles. The successful bidder shall be responsible for restoring or replacing any equipment, vehicle, etc. so damaged to the satisfaction of the County and at the sole expense of the successful bidder. The successful bidder shall immediately report to the County any damages to the vehicle or equipment resulting from services performed under the resulting agreement.

9.0 The successful bidder, at the County’s request, shall provide a field representative to meet with County personnel at least once a month to review the department's inventory levels, discuss the department's emergency lighting and equipment requirements and introduce additional products to address any County needs. The successful bidder shall also have technical staff available to conduct scheduled on-site meetings at the County’s request. The successful bidder shall provide inside sales support capable of providing product specification sheets, quotations, order placement and expediting, via fax and telephone at the County’s request.
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PLACER COUNTY INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS

1. HOLD HARMLESS AND INDEMNIFICATION AGREEMENT
The CONTRACTOR shall save, keep, hold harmless, defend, and indemnify PLACER COUNTY from all damages, costs, or expenses in law or equity that may at any time arise or be set up because of damages to property or personal injury received by reason of or in the course of performing work which may be occasioned by any willful or negligent act or omissions of the CONTRACTOR, any of the CONTRACTOR'S employees, or any subcontractors.

The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for any liability imposed by law and for death, injury, or damage to property of any person including, but not limited to, workmen, subcontractors, and the public, resulting from any cause whatsoever during the progress of the work or at any time before its completion and final acceptance.

If any judgment is rendered against PLACER COUNTY for any injury, death, or damage caused by CONTRACTOR as a result of work performed or completed, pursuant to this agreement, CONTRACTOR shall, at its own expense, satisfy and discharge any judgment.

As used above, the term PLACER COUNTY means PLACER COUNTY, its officers, agents, employees, and volunteers.

2. INSURANCE:

CONTRACTOR shall file with the COUNTY concurrently herewith a Certificate of Insurance, in companies acceptable to COUNTY, with a Best's Rating of no less than A- :VII showing.

3. WORKER'S COMPENSATION AND EMPLOYERS LIABILITY INSURANCE:

Worker's Compensation Insurance shall be provided as required by any applicable law or regulation. Employer's liability insurance shall be provided in amounts not less than one million dollars ($1,000,000) each accident for bodily injury by accident, one million dollars ($1,000,000) policy limit for bodily injury by disease, and one million dollars ($1,000,000) each employee for bodily injury by disease.

If there is an exposure of injury to PROVIDER'S employees under the U.S. Longshoremen's and Harbor Worker's Compensation Act, the Jones Act, or under laws, regulations, or 74 Attachment C
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statutes applicable to maritime employees, coverage shall be included for such injuries or claims.

Each Worker's Compensation policy shall be endorsed with the following specific language:

Cancellation Notice - “This policy shall not be changed without first giving thirty (30) days prior written notice and ten (10) days prior written notice of cancellation for non-payment of premium to the County of Placer.”
Waiver of Subrogation - The workers’ compensation policy shall be endorsed to state that the workers’ compensation carrier waives its right of subrogation against the County, its officers, directors, officials, employees, agents or volunteers, which might arise by reason of payment under such policy in connection with performance under this agreement by the CONSULTANT.

CONTRACTOR shall require all SUBCONTRACTORS to maintain adequate Workers' Compensation insurance. Certificates of Workers' Compensation shall be filed forthwith with the County upon demand.

4. GENERAL LIABILITY INSURANCE:

A. Comprehensive General Liability or Commercial General Liability insurance covering all operations by or on behalf of CONTRACTOR, providing insurance for bodily injury liability and property damage liability for the limits of liability indicated below and including coverage for:
(1) Products and completed operations;
(2) Contractual liability insuring the obligations assumed by CONTRACTOR in this Agreement; and
(3) Broad form property damage (including completed operations) Except with respect to bodily injury and property damage included within the products and completed operations hazards, the aggregate limits, where applicable, shall apply separately to CONTRACTOR'S work under the Contract.

B. One of the following forms is required:
(1) Comprehensive General Liability;
(2) Commercial General Liability (Occurrence); or
(3) Commercial General Liability (Claims Made).

C. If CONTRACTOR carries a Comprehensive General Liability policy, the limits of liability shall not be less than a Combined Single Limit for bodily injury, property damage, and Personal Injury Liability of:
One million dollars ($1,000,000) each occurrence
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Two million dollars ($2,000,000) aggregate
D. If CONTRACTOR carries a Commercial General Liability (Occurrence) policy:
(1) The limits of liability shall not be less than:
One million dollars ($1,000,000) each occurrence (combined single limit for bodily injury and property damage)
One million dollars ($1,000,000) for Products Completed Operations Two million dollars ($2,000,000) General Aggregate
(2) If the policy does not have an endorsement providing that the General Aggregate Limit applies separately, or if defense costs are included in the aggregate limits, then the required aggregate limits shall be two million dollars ($2,000,000).

E. Special Claims Made Policy Form Provisions:

CONTRACTOR shall not provide a Commercial General Liability (Claims Made) policy without the express prior written consent of COUNTY, which consent, if given, shall be subject to the following conditions:
(1) The limits of liability shall not be less than:
One million dollars ($1,000,000) each occurrence (combined single limit for bodily injury and property damage)
One million dollars ($1,000,000) aggregate for Products Completed Operations
Two million dollars ($2,000,000) General Aggregate
(2) The insurance coverage provided by CONTRACTOR shall contain language providing coverage up to one (1) year following the completion of the contract in order to provide insurance coverage for the hold harmless provisions herein if the policy is a claims-made policy.

Conformity of Coverages - If more than one policy is used to meet the required coverages, such as a separate umbrella policy, such policies shall be consistent with all other applicable policies used to meet these minimum requirements. For example, all policies shall be Occurrence Liability policies or all shall be Claims Made Liability policies, if approved by the County as noted above. In no cases shall the types of polices be different.

5. ENDORSEMENTS:

Each Comprehensive or Commercial General Liability policy shall be endorsed with the following specific language:
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A. "The County of Placer, its officers, agents, employees, and volunteers are to be covered as an additional insured for all liability arising out of the operations by or on behalf of the named insured in the performance of this Agreement." B. "The insurance provided by the Contractor, including any excess liability or umbrella form coverage, is primary coverage to the County of Placer with respect to any insurance or self-insurance programs maintained by the County of Placer and no insurance held or owned by the County of Placer shall be called upon to contribute to a loss."
C. “This policy shall not be changed without first giving thirty (30) days prior written notice and ten (10) days prior written notice of cancellation for non-payment of premium to the County of Placer.”

6. AUTOMOBILE LIABILITY INSURANCE:

Automobile Liability insurance covering bodily injury and property damage in an amount no less than one million dollars ($1,000,000) combined single limit for each occurrence.

Covered vehicles shall include owned, non-owned, and hired automobiles/trucks.

7. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Premium Payments - The insurance companies shall have no recourse against the COUNTY and funding agencies, its officers and employees or any of them for payment of any premiums or assessments under any policy issued by a mutual insurance company.

Policy Deductibles - The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for all deductibles in all of the CONSULTANT’s insurance policies. The maximum amount of allowable deductible for insurance coverage required herein shall be $25,000.

CONTRACTOR’s Obligations - CONTRACTOR’s indemnity and other obligations shall not be limited by the foregoing insurance requirements and shall survive the expiration of this agreement.

Verification of Coverage - CONTRACTOR shall furnish the County with original certificates and amendatory endorsements or copies of the applicable policy language effecting coverage required by this clause. All certificates and endorsements are to be received and approved by the County before work commences. However, failure to obtain the required documents prior to the work beginning shall not waive the CONTRACTOR’s obligation to provide them. The County reserves the right to require complete, certified copies of all required insurance policies, including endorsements required by these specifications, at any time.
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Material Breach - Failure of the CONTRACTOR to maintain the insurance required by this agreement, or to comply with any of the requirements of this section, shall constitute a material breach of the entire agreement.

Certificate Holder –Placer County subscribes to a service that monitors insurance certificates for compliance with the above requirements. The Certificate Holder on insurance certificates and related documents should read as follows:

County of Placer
c/o EXIGIS LLC
PO Box 4668 ECM #35050
New York, NY 10168-4668
Fax: 888-355-3599
Email: [email protected]
Upon initial award of a contract to your firm, Exigis will contact you with further instructions for providing insurance certificates which meet the terms of the contract.

Certificates which amend or alter the coverage during the term of the contract, including updated certificates due to policy renewal, should be sent directly to Exigis via fax or email as indicated above.
***SOLE PROPRIETER LANGUAGE:

Workers’ Compensation
CONTRACTOR represents they have no employees and, therefore, not required to have Workers’ Compensation coverage.

CONTRACTOR agrees they have no rights, entitlements or claim against COUNTY for any type of employment benefits or workers’ compensation or other programs afforded to COUNTY employees.
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Terms & Conditions
INVITATION FOR BIDS
GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS
The following provisions are hereby made a part of this Invitation for Bids ("bid") by reference and attachment to the Invitation for Bids document. Any contract award made as the result of this bid shall be governed by these General Terms and Conditions. By submission of a bid, bidder does agree if the bid is accepted within 90 calendar days from the date of opening, to furnish to furnish the product(s) and/or service(s) pursuant to these conditions. In the event of a contract award pursuant to this bid, performance by the successful bidder of any or all of the services, or delivery of any or all of the products defined herein, shall constitute acceptance of all terms, conditions and requirements of the resulting agreement.

WARNING: It is the bidder’s responsibility to monitor the County’s website for possible addenda to this bid to inform him/herself of the most current specifications, terms, and conditions (see also Section 4 below), and to submit his/her bid in accordance with the original bid requirements and all addenda. All available bids and related addenda can be found at: https://placer.bidsandtenders.net. Failure of bidder to obtain this information shall not relieve him/her of the requirements contained therein. Additionally, failure of bidder to respond to any addenda, when required, may be cause for rejection of his/her bid.

1. GENERAL. These provisions are standard for all County contracts. The County may delete or modify any of these standard provisions for a particular contract by indicating a change in the special instructions to bidders or in the bid. Any bidder accepting a contract award as the result of this bid agrees that the provisions included within this Invitation for Bid shall prevail over any conflicting provision within any standard form contract of the bidder.

2. SUBMISSION OF BIDS. Bids shall be submitted to the Procurement Services Division either online, by using the Placer County EBid System, or in hard-copy form (see below for instructions). All bids must be submitted prior to the date and time specified in this solicitation. Bids shall be submitted by an employee who is authorized to commit his/her firm or organization to the provisions of the bid. Any exceptions to the specifications, terms, or conditions of this solicitation shall be clearly indicated by bidder.

SUBMISSION OF HARD-COPY BIDS. Bidders who wish to submit bids in hard-copy form in lieu of using the Placer County EBid System shall submit their bids to the Procurement Services Division, 2964 Richardson Drive, Auburn, California, 95603, between the hours of 8:00 am and 5:00 PM (Pacific), Monday through Friday (excluding County holidays). Hard-copy bids shall be submitted in a sealed envelope which clearly identifies the bid number, commodity, and closing date and time. Bids shall be submitted on the bid forms provided by the County, which may be downloaded from the EBid System or obtained from Procurement Services. Hard-copy bids must be signed by an authorized employee of the firm. The County shall not be responsible for bids delivered to a person/location other than that specified herein. Bids shall be in ink or typewritten and all changes and/or erasures shall be initialed and dated in ink. Any exceptions to the specifications, terms, or conditions of this solicitation shall be clearly indicated by bidder, without obliterating the original text or images contained herein.

WARNING: Late bids or unsigned bids shall not be accepted under any circumstances. Facsimile or telephone bids shall not be accepted.

3. AMENDMENTS TO THE BID. Any amendment to this bid is valid only if in writing and issued by the Placer County Procurement Services Division.

REQUESTS FOR CLARIFICATION/INFORMATION. Bidders are instructed to contact the Placer County Buyer/Contact Person(s) specifically identified in this bid for further clarification or information related to the specifications, terms, conditions, or evaluation of this bid. Information provided by other than the named contact person may be invalid, and responses which are submitted in accordance with such information may be declared non-responsive. Additionally, contacts made with other County staff in an attempt to circumvent or interfere with the County’s standard bidding and evaluation practices may be grounds for disqualification of the bidder. Questions should be submitted using the Question tool on the Bids&Tenders site. Questions submitted within four (4) County working days of the bid opening date may not be answered.

4. NON-COLLUSION. The bidder certifies that his bid is made without any previous understanding, agreement or connection with any person, firm or corporation making a bid for the same project and is in all respects fair, without outside control, collusion, fraud or otherwise illegal action.

5. CONFLICT OF INTEREST. Bidder states that no County officer or employee, nor any business entity in which they have an interest, has an interest in the bid awarded or has been employed or retained to solicit or aid in the procuring of the resulting contract, nor will any such person be employed in the performance of such contract.

6. AWARD. The contract may be awarded to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder complying with the provisions of the Invitation for Bid. In determining whether a bid is lowest and responsive, and the bidder responsible, the following may be considered by the County: a) Ability to perform the service required within the specified time; b) Reputation, judgment and experience; c) The quality of performance in previous contracts; d) Previous compliance with laws, as well as employment practices; e) Financial ability to perform the contract; f) The quality, availability and adaptability of the supplies or the contractual services to the particular use required; g) Ability to provide maintenance and service; h) Whether the bidder is in arrears to the County, in debt on contract, is a defaulter on surety to the County or whether the bidder’s taxes or assessments are delinquent; i) The resale value and life cycle costs of the items; j) Such other information as identified in the Purchasing Policy Manual having bearing on the decision to make the award. The award analysis will also include consideration for Local Vendor Preference (per Section 18 below) and any prompt pay discounts offered by the bidder (per Section 19 below). The County reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive any informality in bids received whenever such rejection or waiver is in the interest of the County. The County also reserves the right to reject the bid of a bidder who has previously failed to perform properly. The County may award bids by line item, category, or on an all-or-none basis.

7. MERCHANTABILITY. There shall be an implied warranty of merchantability and fitness for an intended use. Any bid submittals taking exception to this requirement may, at the County’s option, be considered non-responsive.

8. SAMPLES. Samples of items, when required, must be furnished free of expense to Placer County and if not destroyed by tests will, upon request, be returned at bidder’s expense. Samples of selected items may be retained for comparison.

9. MANUFACTURER’S NAME AND APPROVED EQUIVALENTS. Unless otherwise specified, manufacturer’s names, trade names, brand names, information and/or catalog numbers listed in a specification are intended only to identify the quality level desired. They are not intended to limit competition. The bidder may offer any equivalent product, which meets or exceeds the specifications. If bids are based on equivalent products, the bids must: 1) Indicate on the bid form the alternate manufacturer’s name and catalog number; 2) Include complete descriptive literature and/or specifications; 3) Include proof that the proposed equivalent shall meet the specifications. The County reserves the right to be the sole judge of what is equal and acceptable. If bidder fails to name a substitute, goods identical to the bid standard must be furnished.

10. INSURANCE AND INDEMNIFICATION. The awarded bidder may be required to provide proof of liability, automobile, and/or workers compensation insurance. If required, the minimum coverage requirements will be identified in the bidding documents. All costs of complying with the insurance requirements shall be included in your pricing. The selected firm shall provide complete and valid insurance certificates within ten (10) days of the County’s written request. Failure to provide the documents within the time stated may result in the rejection of the bid response and/or cancellation of the resulting contract or purchase order.

Unless indemnification requirements are stated otherwise in this solicitation, said requirements shall be as follows: The awarded bidder ("Contractor") hereby agrees to protect, defend, indemnify, and hold Placer County free and harmless from any and all losses, claims, liens, demands, and causes of action of every kind and character including, but not limited to the amounts of judgments, penalties, interest, court costs, legal fees, and all other expenses incurred by Placer County arising in favor of any party, including claims, liens, debts, personal injuries, death, or damages to property (including employees or property of the County) and without limitation by enumeration, all other claims or demands of every character occurring or any way incident to, in connection with or arising directly or indirectly out of, the contract or agreement. The Contractor agrees to investigate, handle, respond to, provide defense for, and defend any such claims, demand, or suit at the sole expense of the Contractor. Contractor also agrees to bear all other costs and expenses related thereto, even if the claim or claims alleged are groundless, false, or fraudulent. This provision is not intended to create any cause of action in favor of any third party against Contractor or the County or to enlarge in any way the Contractor’s liability but is intended solely to provide for indemnification of Placer County from liability for 80 damages or injuries to third persons or property arising from Contractor’s performance pursuant to the resulting contract or agreement.

11. FORCE MAJEURE. If an emergency or natural disaster causes delay or interferes with the use or delivery of the products/services described in this bid, deliveries may be suspended as long as needed to remove the cause or repair the damage. An emergency or natural disaster includes fire, flood, blizzard, strike, accident, consequences of foreign or domestic war, or any other cause beyond the control of the parties. The County reserves the right to acquire from other sources any products/services during any suspension of delivery.

12. TAXES. Placer County is exempt from Federal Excise Tax; an exemption certificate will be furnished upon request. Placer County is not exempt from California State sales/use taxes. All applicable State sales/use taxes will be added to the purchase order.

13. DELIVERY. All prices bid must be FOB Destination, unloaded inside and assembled unless otherwise indicated.

14. FIXED CONTRACT QUANTITIES. Purchase order(s) for full quantities will be issued to successful bidder(s) after notification of award and receipt of all required documents.

15. OPEN-END CONTRACT. No guarantee is expressed or implied as to the total quantity of commodities/services to be purchased under any open-end contract. Estimated quantities/bid ratio or discounts from manufacturer’s list price may be used for bid comparison. The County reserves the right to: issue purchase orders as and when required; or issue a contract for individual agencies or multiple County agencies; or any combination of the preceding. No delivery shall be made without a written order by the County, unless otherwise specifically provided for in the contract. If in a subsequent year the vendor offers to supply his goods and service for the same bid price, or in the event the supplier is willing to negotiate to the satisfaction of Placer County any justifiable price increase prior to the succeeding year’s contract renewal and if the service provided by the supplier was to the satisfaction of the County, the County of Placer reserves the right to extend the period of the resulting contract on a year-to-year basis. Alternatively, the bid solicitation may set forth specific renewal terms. Bidder certifies that prices charged to the County for non-listed commodities or no-fixed price items are equal to or less than those charged the bidder’s most favored customer for comparable quantities under similar terms and conditions.

16. TERMINATION OF CONTRACT. In the event of a material breach of the contractual obligations by the Contractor, the County may terminate the contract. At its sole discretion, the County may give the contractor an opportunity to cure the breach or to explain how the breach will be cured. The actual cure must be completed within no more than 10 working days from notification, or at minimum the contractor must provide the county within 10 working days from notification a written plan detailing how the contractor intends to cure the breach. If the contractor fails to cure the breach or if circumstances demand immediate action, the County will issue a notice of immediate termination.

Supplier Contracts may be terminated by the County without cause upon 30 calendar days’ written notice.

17. NON-APPROPRIATION. In the event that sufficient funds are not appropriated and budgeted for the payment of goods or services described herein, the agreement shall immediately terminate on the last day of the fiscal period for which appropriations were received or other amounts were available to pay the amounts due under the agreement, without penalty or expense to the County of any kind whatsoever, except that the County will be liable for payment of any unpaid invoices for goods or services which were delivered prior to the end of the last fiscal period for which appropriations were made.

18. RIGHTS AND REMEDIES OF COUNTY FOR DEFAULT. If any item or service furnished by the vendor fails to conform to bid specifications, or to the sample submitted by the vendor with his bid (if any), or if the vendor fails to deliver the items or perform any services required by the contract in the time and manner prescribed, the County may reject the products and/or services provided. Upon rejection, the vendor must promptly reclaim and remove any rejected items without expense to the County, and shall immediately replace all such rejected items with others conforming to such specifications or samples, and/or correct the service deficiency. If the vendor fails to do so, the County has the right to purchase in the open market a corresponding quantity of the rejected items, or have another firm provide the required service, and to deduct from any monies due the vendor the difference between the price named in the contract or purchase order and the actual cost to the County. If the vendor breaches the contract or purchase order, any loss or damage sustained by the County in procuring items which the vendor therein agreed to supply shall be borne and paid for by the vendor. The rights and remedies of the County identified above are in addition to any other rights and remedies provided by law or under the contract. In any legal proceeding brought to enforce the terms of the herein agreement, the prevailing party shall be entitled to an award of reasonable attorney’s fees and costs incurred as a result of enforcing the terms of this agreement.

19. LOCAL VENDOR PREFERENCE. A local preference credit of 5.0% for Placer County businesses will be permitted when evaluating bids for supplies, equipment, materials and services that are not part of a public project. Bidders claiming local vendor preference must submit an Affidavit of Eligibility with their bid, unless an authorized affidavit is already on file with Placer County Procurement. Preference criteria and affidavit forms are available on our website at: https://www.placer.ca.gov/1408/LocalVendor-Preference

20. INVOICES AND PAYMENT TERMS. Invoices are to be mailed to the County department specified on the resulting purchase order or contract. All invoices must include the purchase order or contract number. Failure to comply will result in delayed payments. The County will make payment on a Net 30-day basis unless a cash discount is allowed for payment within the time period specified by vendor. The payment term shall begin on the date the merchandise is inspected, delivered and accepted by the County, or on the date a correct invoice is received in the office specified in the order, whichever is later. Prompt payment discounts shall be considered earned if payment is postmarked or personally delivered within the prescribed term. For the purposes of this section, the beginning date described above shall be considered day zero for the purposes of counting days in the prescribed term. For the purposes of bid evaluation, the County will only consider discount periods of ten (10) days or more. LATE FEES: In accordance with Section 926.10 of the California Government Code, Placer County may pay interest at not more than the rate of 6% per annum on invoices which are unpaid 61 or more days beyond the “beginning date” or “day zero” as defined above. In cases where this policy may conflict with other terms provided by the supplier, this provision shall prevail.

21. LEGAL REQUIREMENTS. Federal, State, County and local ordinances, rules and regulations, and policies shall govern development, submittal and evaluation of bids and disputes about bids. Lack of knowledge by any bidder about applicable law is not a defense.

22. ASSIGNMENT. Any contract awarded shall not be assignable by the vendor without the express written approval of the County, and shall not become an asset in any bankruptcy, receivership or guardianship proceedings.

23. OTHER AGENCIES. The successful vendor shall agree to extend Placer County contract prices and terms to other governmental agencies. Any contract resulting from this requirement shall be executed by the successful vendor and the other agency. Placer County will not be a party to “other agency” contracts.

24. PROTEST AND APPEAL PROCESS. Any actual or prospective bidder or contractor who is aggrieved in connection with the solicitation or award of a contract may protest to the Director of Administrative Services in the manner prescribed by Section 10.0 of the Placer County Purchasing Policy. The protest shall be submitted in writing to the Director of Administrative Services within seven (7) County business days after such aggrieved person or company knows or should have known of the facts giving rise thereto.

25. RECYCLED PRODUCT PREFERENCE. A preference of 10% will be given to bids for products meeting the definition of recycled product cited in Public Contract Code Sections 22150 - 22154. In order to be granted this preference bidder shall provide statements and/or documentation as supporting evidence that the product(s) meets the definition.

26. PATENT INFRINGEMENT. Supplier shall indemnify and hold harmless County, its agents and employees, against and from any and all actions, suits, liabilities, prosecutions, penalties, settlements, losses, damages, costs, charges, attorney’s fees, and all other expenses which may arise directly or indirectly from any claim that any of the products supplied by supplier infringes any patent, copyright, trade secret, or other property right.

27. VENDOR FINANCIAL STABILITY. If a vendor is currently involved in an ongoing bankruptcy as a debtor, or in a reorganization, liquidation, or dissolution proceeding, or if a trustee or receiver has been appointed over all or a substantial portion of the property of the vendor under federal bankruptcy law or any state insolvency law, the vendor must provide the County with that information as part of its bid/proposal. In accordance with Section 3.12(g) of the Placer County Purchasing Policy Manual and paragraph 8.e. of this document, the County may use information regarding a bidder’s financial responsibility when making an award determination.

The County reserves the right to take any action available if it discovers a failure to provide such information to the County, including but not limited to, a determination that the vendor should be declared non-responsible and/or non-responsive, and suspension or debarment of the vendor, in accordance with the processes defined in the Placer County Purchasing Policy Manual.
81 By submitting a bid/proposal in response to this solicitation, the vendor agrees that if, during the term of any contract it has with the County, it becomes involved as a debtor in a bankruptcy proceeding, or becomes involved in a reorganization, liquidation, or dissolution proceeding, or if a trustee or receiver has been appointed over all or a substantial portion of the property of the vendor under federal bankruptcy law or any state insolvency law, the vendor will immediately provide the County with a written notice to that effect and that it will provide the County any relevant information requested in order for the County to determine whether the vendor has the financial ability to meet its obligations to the County.
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I acknowledge that I have the authority to bind the Company and submit this bid on behalf of the Company. - Steve Adair, Regional Sales Manager The Applicant declares that there is an actual or potential Conflict of Interest relating to the preparation of its submission, and/or the Applicant foresees an actual or potential Conflict of Interest in performing the contractual obligations contemplated in the bid. Yes No The Bidder acknowledges and agrees that the addendum/addenda below form part of the Bid Document Please check the box in the column "I have reviewed this addendum" below to acknowledge each of the addenda.

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82 City of South Lake Tahoe
Agenda Item Executive Summary
Joe Irvin, City Manager
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Meeting Date: January 14, 2025
Agenda Item #:5
Agenda Item: Amendment No. 3 to Professional Services Agreement with Wildscape Engineering, Inc.

Executive Summary: The Upper Bijou Park Creek Watershed Restoration Project (Project) is a watershed-scale project seeking to address water quality and flooding issues in a phased approach to provide treatment for urban runoff from roadways, commercial and residential areas in an approximately 850-acre watershed that discharges to Lake Tahoe via the Ski Run Marina. The City completed Phase 1 in 2018 with the redevelopment of the Knights Inn hotel, replacing the failing storm drainpipe with new stormwater treatment basins and conveyance system integrated into the new Whole Foods/Southwest Corner redevelopment project. The City is currently in Phase 2 of the project (design), focused on the large upper watershed area subject to historic flooding, development impacts in SEZ areas, and water quality issues. The upper watershed project includes plans to restore Stream Environment Zone (SEZ) and floodplain areas, provide drainage solutions to support future active transportation improvements, and include distributed natural treatment systems to reduce sediment and nutrient loads in urban runoff that have the potential to impact Lake Tahoe. On June 15, 2021, the City Council approved Resolution 2021-046, which authorized staff to apply for Lake Tahoe Restoration Reauthorization Act funding from the U.S. Forest Service, accepted the grant funds, and appropriated the $750,000 in grant revenue. On June 7, 2022, the City Council approved Resolution 2022-066, which authorized a grant amendment for the project to increase the funding from the US Forest Services by an additional $1,000,000 with 12% ($120,000) of City Matching funds. Resolution 2024-064 previously allocated $482,655 in ARPA funding and Resolution 2024-120 reallocated an additional $173,545 in ARPA funding to the Upper Bijou Park Creek Project. $400,000 in TRPA mitigation funding was also allocated to the project (Resolution 2024- 095). On September 7, 2021, the City Council approved a contract with Wildscape Engineering, Inc. (Wildscape) for professional services to complete the environmental document, plans, specifications, and estimates and property acquisition services for this project. On March 14, 2023 and June 18, 2024, the City Council passed motions authorizing Amendments 1 and 2, respectively, to the professional services agreement with Wildscape for additional services related to the project. Due to the expected oversight that Wildscape and subconsultants will provide for the submittal review, contractor requests for information (RFIs), change orders, and occasional site visits for the construction of Rockwood to Blackwood Drainage Improvements Project, it is anticipated that additional funds are needed to compensate Wildscape. The total cost for the additional services is $17,074.42 for a total not-to-exceed contract amount of $555,258.51.

Requested Action / Suggested Motions: Pass a Motion authorizing and directing the Mayor to execute Amendment No. 3 to the Agreement with Wildscape Engineering, Inc. for additional construction support services for the Upper Bijou Park Creek Watershed Restoration Project for the amount of $17,074.42 for a total not-to-exceed contract amount of $555,258.51.

Responsible Staff Member: Brianna Greenlaw, Associate Civil Engineer Reviewed and Approved By: Anush Nejad, Director of Public Works Susan Blankenship, City Clerk Olga Tikhomirova, Director of Finance Heather Stroud, City Attorney Attachments:
01-Staff Report-Amendment 3 Wildscape.docx
02-Project Location Map.pdf
03-C-106-2021 Wildscape.pdf
83 04-C-028-2023 Wildscape Amendment 1.pdf
05-Wildscape Amendment 2.pdf
06-Wildscape Engineering Amendment 2B.pdf
07-Amendment No. 3 with Wildscape.pdf
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City of South Lake Tahoe
Report to City Council
Meeting Date: January 14, 2025
Title: Amendment 3 to Agreement with Wildscape Engineering, Inc. for Construction Support Services for the Upper Bijou Park Creek Watershed Restoration Project
Location: Bijou Park Creek Watershed
Responsible Staff Member: Brianna Greenlaw, Associate Civil Engineer Background: The Upper Bijou Park Creek Watershed Restoration Project (Project) is a watershed-scale project seeking to address water quality and flooding issues in a phased approach in order to provide treatment for urban runoff from roadways, commercial and residential areas in an approximately 850-acre watershed that discharges to Lake Tahoe via the Ski Run Marina. (See attachment 2 - Project Location Map.) The City completed Phase 1 in 2018 with the redevelopment of the Knights Inn hotel, replacing the failing storm drainpipe with new stormwater treatment basins and conveyance system integrated in the new Wholefoods/Southwest Corner redevelopment project. The City is currently in Phase 2 of the project (design), focused on the large upper watershed area that is subject to historic flooding, development impacts in SEZ areas, and water quality issues. The upper watershed project includes plans to restore SEZ and floodplain areas, provide drainage solutions to support future active transportation improvements focused on the Bijou Community School and phase 1c of the Dennis Machida Memorial Greenway Trail, and include distributed natural treatment systems to reduce sediment and nutrients loads in urban runoff that has the potential to impact Lake Tahoe.

On June 15, 2021, the City Council approved Resolution 2021-046, which authorized staff to apply for Lake Tahoe Restoration Reauthorization Act funding from the U.S. Forest Service, accepted the grant funds, and appropriated the $750,000 in grant revenue. On June 7, 2022, the City Council approved Resolution 2022-066, which authorized a grant amendment for the project to increase the funding from the US Forest Services by an additional $1,000,000 with 12% ($120,000) of City Matching funds.

On September 7, 2021, the City Council approved a contract with Wildscape Engineering, Inc. (Wildscape) for professional services to complete the environmental document, plans, specifications, and estimates and property acquisition services for this project for a not to exceed the amount of $460,906.69, plus $7,500 in contingency budget. (See attachment 3 for Original Agreement.) On March 14, 2023 and June 18, 2024, the City Council passed motions authorizing Amendment 1 (attachment 4) and 2 (attachment 5), respectively, to the professional services agreement with Wildscape for additional services related to the project. 85 Council Agenda Report January 14, 2025 Page 2 of 2
Issue and Discussion: Wildscape and subconsultants have used a portion of their construction services budget in assisting the City with submittal review processes for owner procured materials for the Rockwood to Blackwood Drainage Improvements Project. Due to the expected oversight that Wildscape and subconsultants will provide for the submittal review, contractor requests for information (RFIs), change orders, and occasional site visits for the construction of Rockwood to Blackwood Drainage Improvements Project, it is anticipated that additional funds are needed to compensate Wildscape. The total cost for the additional services is $17,074.42 for a total not-toexceed contract amount of $555,258.51. (See attachment 6 for Amendment 3 to the Agreement.) Financial Implications: The City has received total grant funds in the amount of $1,750,000 from the US Forest Service. Additionally, the City has allocated $120,000 in Undesignated General Funds as a matching component. Resolution 2024-064 previously allocated $482,655 in ARPA funding and Resolution 2024-120 reallocated an additional $173,545 in ARPA funding to the Upper Bijou Park Creek Project. $400,000 in TRPA mitigation funding was also allocated to the project (Resolution 2024-095).

After the construction award to FW Carson Co. for the Rockwood to Blackwood Drainage Improvements Project for a total contract cost of $1,750,421.00, plus a 10% contingency for $175,042.10 (Resolution 2024-120), there are adequate remaining funds to be used for ancillary project expenses such as consultant construction services support, required pre-construction wildlife surveys, labor code compliance, material testing, etc.

Environmental Considerations: After completing all public noticing and review period required by relevant state laws, the Planning Commission adopted the CEQA Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration for the Project on November 19, 2020 (SCH # 202090564).

On May 16, 2024, the Planning Commission adopted an addendum to the CEQA Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration for the Project.

Policy Implications: The Project is consistent with City Council Strategic Policies and Goals, specifically:
 Action Item 5.3 (Infrastructure and Maintenance) by developing sustainable infrastructure projects, based on the prioritized capital improvement project list.  Action Item 5.5 (Fiscal Sustainability, Resiliency & Transparency) by utilizing grant funding to implement this important drainage project.
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PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT
This Agreement is made and entered into as of the 7th day of September 2021 by and between the City of South Lake Tahoe, a municipal corporation (“ City”) and Wildscape Engineering, Inc.(“ Consultant”).

RECITALS
A. Consultant is specially trained, experienced and competent to perform the special services which will be required by this Agreement.

B. Consultant possesses the skill, experience, ability, background, certification and knowledge to provide the services described in this Agreement on the terms and conditions described herein.

C. City desires to retain Consultant to render professional services as set forth in this Agreement.

AGREEMENT

1. Scope of Services. Consultant shall perform the services set forth in this agreement and shall provide said services at the time, place, and in the manner specified in this agreement. Consultant shall have no power or authority by this Agreement to bind City in any respect.

The Consultant agrees that it has satisfied itself by its own investigation and research regarding the conditions affecting the work to be done and labor and materials needed, and that its decision to execute this Contract is based on such independent investigation and research.

All services provided by Consultant pursuant to this Agreement will be provided in accordance with the terms set forth in the Exhibit A, “Bijou Park Creek Watershed Restoration Project Phase 2 Engineering Services Scope,” attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. Exhibit B, Compensation Schedule,” attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, outlines the fees and compensation which shall be paid pursuant to this Agreement.

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DocuSign Envelope ID: 6451047F- FB10-4621-BF31-20B4B8FA8E05 88 2. Term/ Time of Performance. The services by Consultant are to commence upon the execution of the Agreement and continue for four years.

3. Compensation. Compensation to be paid to Consultant shall be in accordance with the Schedule set forth in Exhibit B which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. In no event shall Consultant’ s compensation, including travel and out-of-pocket expenses, exceed 460,906.69 without additional written authorization from City. Payment by City under this Agreement shall not be deemed a waiver of defects, even if such defects were known to City at the time of payment. Payment is contingent upon compliance with all terms and conditions of this Agreement, as set forth herein. Consultant shall obtain prior written authorization from the City Project Manager for any costs in excess of budgeted amounts for each line item, task, or obligation under the Scope of Services.

4. Method of Payment. Consultant shall submit monthly billings to City describing the work performed during the preceding month. Consultant’ s bills shall include a brief description of the services performed, the date the services were performed, the number of hours spent and by whom, the applicable hourly rate, and a description of any reimbursable expenditures. City shall pay Consultant no later than 30 days after approval of the monthly invoice by City staff.

5. Extra Work. At any time during the term of this Agreement, City may request that Consultant perform extra work. As used herein, “ Extra Work” means any work which is determined by City to be necessary for the proper completion of the Project, but which the parties did not reasonably anticipate would be necessary at the execution of this Agreement. Consultant shall not perform, nor be compensated for, extra work without prior written authorization from City.

6. Termination. This Agreement may be terminated by City or Consultant immediately for cause or without cause upon thirty days ( 30) days written notice of termination. Upon termination, Consultant shall be entitled to compensation for services performed up to the effective date of termination, and City shall be entitled to all work performed to that date.

Termination, revocation, or expiration of this Agreement shall not release either party from liability resulting from an event which occurred prior to such termination, revocation or expiration.

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All plans, studies, documents and other writings, including working notes and internal documents, prepared by and for Consultant, its officers, employees and agents and subcontractors in the course of implementing this Agreement, shall become the property of City upon payment to Consultant for such work, and City shall have the sole right to use such materials in its discretion without further compensation to Consultant or to any other party.

Consultant shall, at Consultant’ s expense, provide such reports, plans, studies, documents and other writings to City upon written request. All documents prepared by Consultant are confidential and shall be maintained to preserve their confidential nature. Release of any such documents to third parties shall only be made upon written consent of City.

8. Consultant’ s Books and Records.
a. Consultant shall maintain any and all ledgers, books of account, invoices, vouchers, canceled checks, and other records or documents evidencing or relating to charges for services, or expenditures and disbursements charged to City for a minimum period of three ( 3) years, or for any longer period required by law, from the date of final payment to Consultant for services provided pursuant to this Agreement.
b. Consultant shall maintain all documents and records which demonstrate performance under this Agreement for a minimum period of three ( 3) years, or for any longer period required by law, from records shall be available at Consultant’ s address indicated for the date of termination or completion of this Agreement. c. Any records or documents required to be maintained pursuant to this Agreement shall be made available for inspection or audit, at any time during regular business hours, upon written request by the City Manager, City Attorney, City Auditor or a designated representative of these officers. Copies of such documents shall be provided to City for inspection at City offices when it is practical to do so. Otherwise, unless an alternative is mutually agreed upon, the receipt of notices in this Agreement.
d. Where City has reason to believe that such records or documents may be lost or discarded due to dissolution, disbandment or termination of Consultant’ s business, City may, by written request by C-106-2021
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9. Independent Contractor. It is understood that Consultant, in the performance of the work and services agreed to be performed, shall act as and be an independent contractor and shall not act as an agent or employee of City.

Consultant shall obtain no rights to retirement benefits or other benefits which accrue to City’ s employees, and Consultant hereby expressly waives any claim it may have to any such rights. All employees, agents, contractors or subcontractors hired or retained by Consultant are employees, agents, contractors or subcontractors of Consultant and not of the City.

City is not required to make any deductions or withholdings form the compensation payable to Consultant under the provisions of this Contract, and is not required to issue W-2 Forms for income and employment tax purposes for any of Consultant’ s assigned personnel. Any third party persons employed by Consultant shall be entirely and exclusively under the direction, supervision, and control of Consultant. Consultant hereby indemnifies and holds City harmless from any and all claims that may be made against City based upon any contention by any third party that an employer- employee relationship exists by reason of this Contract.

10. Interest of Consultant. Consultant, ( and principals, associates and professional employees of consultant) covenants and represents that it does not now have any investment or interest in real property and shall not acquire any interest, direct or indirect, in the area covered by this Agreement or any other source of income, interest in real property or investment which would be affected in any manner or degree by the performance of Consultant’ s services hereunder. Consultant further covenants and represents that in the performance of its duties hereunder no person having any such interest shall perform any services under this Agreement.

Consultant is not a designated employee within the meaning of the Political Reform Act because Consultant:
a. Will conduct research and arrive at conclusions with respect to his/ her rendition of information, advice, recommendation or counsel independent of the control and direction of City or of any City official, other than normal agreement monitoring; and,
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11. Professional Ability of Consultant. City has relied upon the professional training and ability of Consultant to perform the services hereunder as a material inducement to enter into this Agreement. Consultant shall therefore provide properly skilled professional and technical personnel to perform all services under this Agreement. All work performed by Consultant under this Agreement shall be in accordance with applicable legal requirements and shall meet the standard of quality ordinarily to be expected of competent professionals in Consultant’ s field of expertise.

12. Compliance with Laws. Consultant shall comply with all applicable federal, state, regional and local laws, codes, ordinances and regulations in carrying out his/ her duties under this Agreement. Consultant shall observe and comply with all applicable laws, ordinances, regulations and codes of federal, state and local governments, and shall commit no trespass on any public or private property in performing any of the work authorized by this Agreement. The City, its officials, officers, elected officials, appointed officials and employees shall not be liable at law or in equity as a result of any failure of Consultant to comply with this section.

In the event it is determined that the Consultant is required to pay prevailing wages for the work performed under this Agreement, the Consultant shall pay all penalties and wages as required by law.

13. Licenses. Consultant represents and warrants to City that it has all licenses, permits, qualifications, insurance and approvals of whatsoever nature which are legally required of Consultant to practice its profession. Consultant represents and warrants to City that Consultant shall, at its sole cost and expense, keep in effect or obtain at all times during the term of this Agreement, any licenses, permits, insurance and approvals which are legally required of Consultant to practice its profession. Consultant shall maintain a City of South Lake Tahoe business license at all times services are performed under this Agreement. Consultant acknowledges that payments made pursuant to this Agreement may be withheld until this provision has been satisfied.

14. Indemnity. Consultant hereby agrees to and shall indemnify and hold harmless City, its elected and appointed boards, officers, agents, employees and volunteers from and against any liability for any and all claims, demands, actions, losses, damages and injuries, direct or indirect ( including any and all C-106-2021
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Consultant agrees to defend City from and against any and all losses, damages, claims costs and fees arising out Consultant’ s negligent acts, errors, omissions, regarding this Agreement, the Consultant’ s work under this Agreement, or the consultant’ s Scope of Work.

City does not, and shall not, waive any rights against Consultant which it may have by reason of the aforesaid hold harmless agreement, because of the acceptance by City, or the deposit with City by Consultant, of any of the insurance policies hereinafter set forth.

This hold harmless agreement by Consultant shall apply to all damages and claims for damages, or alleged to have been suffered, by reason of any of the aforesaid operation of Consultant or any subcontractor, regardless of whether or not such insurance policies shall have been determined to be applicable to any of such damages or claims for damages.

Consultant further waives any and all rights to any type of express or implied indemnity or right of contribution from the City for any liability, claims, demands, costs, charges and expenses and causes of action of whatsoever arising out of or in any way connected with this Agreement, and consultant’ s work under this Agreement.

15. Insurance Requirements.
a. Consultant, at Consultant’ s own cost and expense, shall procure and maintain, for the duration of the contract, the following insurance policies.
i. Workers’ Compensation Coverage. Consultant shall maintain Workers’ Compensation Insurance and Employer’ s Liability Insurance for his/ her employees in accordance with the laws of the State of California. In addition, Consultant shall require each subcontractor to similarly maintain Workers’
Compensation Insurance and Employer’ s Liability Insurance in accordance with the laws of the State of California for all of the subcontractor’ s employees. Any notice of cancellation of all Workers’ Compensation policies must be received by City at least thirty ( 30) days prior to such change. Consultant shall provide thirty ( 30) days written notice of nonrenewal of any C-106-2021
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performed by Consultant for City.
ii. Commercial General Liability Coverage. Consultant shall maintain commercial general liability insurance no less broad than ISO form CG 00 01 in an amount not less than one million dollars ($ 1,000,000) per occurrence for bodily injury, personal injury and property damage. Coverage must be made on
the standard Occurrence form. Claims- Made forms are not acceptable without prior written consent of City. City of South Lake Tahoe must be endorsed as an additional insured for liability arising out of ongoing operation by on behalf of Consultant. If a commercial general liability insurance form or other form with a general aggregate limit is used, either the general aggregate limit shall apply separately to the work to be performed under this Agreement or the general
aggregate limit shall be at least twice the required
occurrence limit.
iii. Automobile Liability Coverage. Consultant shall maintain automobile liability insurance covering bodily injury and property damage for all activities of the Consultant arising out of or in connection with the work to be performed under this Agreement, including coverage for owned, hired and nonowned vehicles, in an amount of not less than one million dollars ($ 1,000,000) combined single limit for each occurrence. iv. Professional Liability Coverage. Consultant shall maintain professional errors and omissions liability insurance for protection against claims alleging negligent acts, errors or omissions which may arise from Consultant or by its employees, or subcontractors. The amount of this insurance shall not be less than one million dollars ($ 1,000,000) on a claims- made annual aggregate basis, or a combined single- limit per occurrence basis.
b. Endorsements. Each general liability and automobile liability insurance policy shall be with insurers possessing a AM Best’ s rating of no less than A:VII and shall be endorsed with the following specific language:

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insured’ s under Consultant’ s General Liability and Automobile Liability policies with respect to liability arising out of this Agreement and/ or work performed by or on behalf of the Consultant, including materials, parts or equipment furnished in connection with such work or operations.
ii. This policy shall be considered primary insurance as respects City, its elected or appointed officers, officials, employees, agents and volunteers. Any insurance maintained by City, including any self-insured retention City may have, shall be considered excess insurance only and shall not contribute with it.
iii. This insurance shall act for each insured and additional insured as though a separate policy had been written for each,
except with respect to the limits of liability of the insuring Consultant.
iv. The insurer waives all rights of subrogation against City except for Consultant’ s Professional Liability and Employers’ Liability policies, its elected or appointed officers, officials, employees or agents.
v. Any failure to comply with reporting provisions of the policies shall not affect coverage provided to City, its elected or appointed officers, officials, employees, agents or volunteers. vi. No policies of insurance carried by Consultant shall be suspended, voided, canceled, or changed in coverage or in limits except after thirty ( 30) days written notice to the City Attorney by Certified Mail.
c. Deductibles and Self-Insured Retentions. The Consultant shall be responsible for all deductibles in all of Consultant’ s insurance policies.

The amount of deductibles for insurance coverage required herein shall be reasonable and approved by the City Attorney.
d. Certificates of Insurance. Consultant shall provide certificates of insurance with original endorsements to City as evidence of the insurance coverage required herein. Consultant shall not commence work under this contract until all insurance required under this section has been approved by City as to form, amount and carrier, nor shall Consultant allow any subcontractor to C-106-2021
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16. Notices. Any notice required to be given under this Agreement shall be in writing and either served personally or sent prepaid, first class mail. Any such notice shall be addressed to the other party at the address set forth below.

Notice shall be deemed communicated within 48 hours from the time of mailing if mailed as provided in this section.

If to City: City of South Lake Tahoe
1901 Lisa Maloff Way
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Provide a copy to: City Attorney’ s Office
City of South Lake Tahoe
1901 Lisa Maloff Way, Suite 300
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
If to Consultant:

Provide a copy to:

17. Assignment and Subcontracting. The parties recognize that a substantial inducement to City for entering into this Agreement is the professional reputation, experience and competence of Consultant. Assignments of any or all rights, duties or obligations of the Consultant under this Agreement will be permitted only with the express consent of City. Consultant shall not subcontract any portion of the work to be performed under this Agreement without the written authorization of City. If City consents to such subcontract, Consultant shall be fully responsible to City for all acts or omissions of the subcontractor. Nothing in the Agreement shall create any contractual relationship between City and subcontractor nor shall it create any obligation on the part of City to pay or to see to the payment of any monies due to any such subcontractor other than as otherwise required by law.

18. Waiver. Waiver of a breach or default under this Agreement shall not constitute a continuing waiver of a subsequent breach of the same or any other provision under this Agreement.

19. Dispute Resolution. Any dispute concerning this Agreement will be first submitted to the City Manager or his designee for resolution. If no resolution is reached, such dispute shall be submitted to the City Council. The decision of C-106-2021
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20. Controlling Law Venue. This Agreement and all matters relating to it shall be governed by the laws of the State of California and any action brought relating to this Agreement shall be held exclusively in the Superior Courts in the County of El Dorado, South Lake Tahoe Division.

21. Prohibited Interests. Consultant maintains and warrants that it has not employed nor retained any Consultant or person, other than the independent contractors hired in accordance with Consultant’ s standard business practice, to solicit or secure this Agreement. Further, Consultant warrants that it has not paid nor has it agreed to pay any Consultant or person, other than a bona fide employee working solely for Consultant or an independent contractor hired as discussed above, any fee, commission, percentage, brokerage fee, gift or other consideration contingent upon or resulting from the award or making of this Agreement. For breach or violation of this warranty, City shall have the right to rescind this Agreement without liability. For the term of this Agreement, no member, officer or employee of City, during the term of his or her service with City, shall have any direct interest in this Agreement, or obtain any present or anticipated material benefit arising therefrom.

22. Equal Opportunity Employment. Consultant represents that it is an equal opportunity employer and it shall not discriminate against any subcontractor, employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, national origin, disability, ancestry, sex or age. Such non-discrimination shall include, but not be limited to, all activities related to initial employment, upgrading, demotion, transfer, recruitment or recruitment advertising, layoff or termination. Consultant shall also comply with all relevant provisions of City’ s Minority Business Enterprise program, Affirmative Action Plan, or other related programs or guidelines currently in effect or hereinafter enacted.

23. Drug- Free Workplace Certification. By signing this Agreement, Consultant hereby certifies under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the Consultant will comply with the requirements of the DrugFree Workplace Act of 1990 ( Government Code Section 8350, et seq.) and will provide a drug-free work place by taking the following actions:
a. Publish a statement notifying employees that unlawful manufacture, distribution dispensation, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited and specifying actions to be taken against employees for violations, as required by Government Code Section 8355 ( a).

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i. The dangers of drug abuse in the workplace;
ii. The person’ s or organization’ s policy of maintaining a drug-free workplace;
iii. Any available counseling, rehabilitation and employee assistance program; and
iv. Penalties that may be imposed upon employees for drug abuse violations.
c. Provide, as required by Government Code Section 8355( c), that every employee who performs grant activities under this Agreement:
i. Will receive a copy of the Consultant’ s drug-free policy statement; and
ii. Will agree to abide by the terms of the Consultant’ s statement as a condition of employment on this Agreement.

Failure to comply with these requirements may result in suspension of payments under this Agreement or termination of the Agreement, or both, and Consultant may be ineligible for award of any future City agreements if City determines that any of the following has occurred: the Consultant 1) has made false certification, or (2) violates the certification by failing to carry out the requirements as noted above.

24. Anti-Lobbying Certification. Consultant shall submit to City the Anti-Lobbying Certification contained in Exhibit C. Further, Consultant shall require that the language of the certification in Exhibit C be included in all contracts or subcontracts entered into in connection with this Agreement and that all Consultants and contractors shall certify and disclose accordingly.

25. Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion. By signing this Agreement, Consultant assures that neither it nor its principals, is presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participating in covered transactions by any Federal department or agency.

26. Americans with Disabilities Act. By signing this Agreement, Consultant assures the City that it complies with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, 42 U.S.C. 12101, et. seq.), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability, as well as all applicable regulations and guidelines issued pursuant to ADA.

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Date ________________________________
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

By____________________________
City Attorney
ATTEST:

By______________________________
Susan Blankenship, City Clerk
Attachments:

Exhibit A – Scope of Services
Exhibit B – Compensation Schedule
Exhibit C - Anti-Lobbying Certification
Heather Stroud
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EXHIBIT A

SCOPE OF SERVICES
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Public Works Department
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96150
Submitted by
Wildscape Engineering Inc.

South Lake Tahoe, CA
August 20, 2021
Bijou Park Creek Watershed Restoration Project
Phase 2 Engineering Services Scope
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August 20, 2021
Jason Burke
Project Manager
City of South Lake Tahoe
1052 Tata Lane
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Re: Phase 2 Scope for Final Engineering Design, Planning and Permitting Services for the Bijou Park Creek Watershed Restoration Project
Dear Mr. Burke,
Respectfully submitted is our updated Final Engineering Design and Planning Services Scope for the second phase of the Bijou Park Creek Watershed Restoration Project. Wildscape Engineering, Inc. is pleased and excited to continue to provide professional engineering and related services to develop and advance the stormwater collection, conveyance, and treatment improvements for the Bijou Park Creek Watershed to final construction documents and permits.

Please contact me if you have questions or need additional information. Our entire team looks forward to continuing on this important project.

Sincerely,
Carol Beahan, PE, QSD, President
[email protected]
530) 600-1810 / ( 415) 517-1375 cell
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CONTENTS
I. Introduction ........................................................................................................................................... 1 II. Scope of Work Understanding .............................................................................................................. 1 Overview ................................................................................................................................................... 1 Project Work Tasks and Approach ............................................................................................................ 1 TASK 1. Project Management, Outreach, Public Meetings, and Coordination ................................. 2 TASK 2. Site Surveying .................................................................................................................... 2 TASK 3. Hydrologic and Hydraulic Analysis ..................................................................................... 3 TASK 4. Environmental documents ................................................................................................. 4 TASK 5. License Agreements and special use permits .................................................................... 6 TASK 6. Permitting .......................................................................................................................... 9 TASK 7. 60% Design level ps&e documents ................................................................................. 10 TASK 8. 90% PS&E ....................................................................................................................... 12 TASK 9. 100% Bid documents ....................................................................................................... 12 TASK 10. Bid Assistance ................................................................................................................. 13 TASK 11. Construction engineering (CE) ......................................................................................... 13 C-106-2021
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1 I. INTRODUCTION
We are pleased to provide this update to the Phase 2 scope and costs for the continuation of the Bijou Park Creek Restoration Project ( Project) for the City of South Lake Tahoe. Wildscape Engineering Inc.

Wildscape Engineering) will proceed with the same team of design and environmental experts that were originally contracted for both Phase 1 and Phase 2. Together with our sub-consultants, Northwest Hydraulic Consultants ( NHC), Nevada Tahoe Conservation District (NTCD), Catalyst Environmental Solutions Corporation (Catalyst), Insite Land Surveys, Western Botanical Services, Interwest Consulting Group, and Lynn Barnett & Associates we have decades of experience and several implemented projects in the Tahoe Region, including direct experience in the Bijou Park Creek watershed from the Heavenly Ski Resort headwaters to the lower urbanized drainages. We are cognizant of the need to design facilities that will be reliable over the long term and easy to access and maintain. We also recognize the threat of unintended consequences, such as raising water tables in locations where drainage problems do not currently exist.

II. SCOPE OF WORK UNDERSTANDING

OVERVIEW
The 850-acre Bijou Park Creek watershed represents a highly altered watershed due to the diversion of the headwaters of Keller Canyon at Heavenly Valley Ski Resort into it. The artificial expansion of the watershed has greatly increased peak flows, which directly leads to flooding problems in the lower watershed, particularly in the vicinity of Bill and Shirley Avenues. Early development of the low-lying properties in or adjacent to SEZs such as along Blackwood Avenue and in the vicinity of Woodbine have only exacerbated the problems. Phase 1 aimed for water quality improvements and flood alleviation via various means and locations listed here and carried through 30% designs and CEQA document. The Project Team will continue to refine the designs through 60, 90 and 100 percent detail, complete the appropriate NEPA environmental document and special studies, and be open and flexible to change as new information and priorities emerge. 30% Project List
Needle Peak Localized Treatment
Shirley to Whole Foods
Osgood Expansion
Ski Run Blvd Diversion
Pioneer Crossing Culvert
Bijou Park Creek SEZ Enhancement
Upper Bijou Park Creek
Keller Canyon Bypass
Bijou School Frontage Drainage
Improvements
Rockwood to Blackwood Drainage
Improvements
Aloha Basin

PROJECT WORK TASKS AND APPROACH
The following Project Work Tasks are a composite of those listed in the RFP #02-01-2019 altered to reflect the later phases of design and with modifications to better inform and guide stakeholders, develop a legallydefensible NEPA document, acquire the necessary land use permissions, and develop fully executable and sound plans, specifications, and cost estimates for 65, 90, and 100% designs.

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2 TASK 1. PROJECT MANAGEMENT, OUTREACH, PUBLIC MEETINGS, AND COORDINATION

1.1 TAC, Public, and Client Meeting Continued Coordination and Participation, Project Management
The Project Manager will coordinate directly with the City of South Lake Tahoe (City) Project Manager and the design team members to schedule, prepare for, and facilitate all design team meetings, property owners’ meetings, public meetings, and Technical Advisory Committee ( TAC) meetings. We will prepare all draft meeting agendas, presentations, public outreach materials (meeting letters & notices), sign-in sheets, plan sheets, materials samples, etc. for the City’s review prior to finalizing and displaying/sharing in the various meeting forums.

This task includes time to coordinate with concurrent project efforts in the vicinity of Bijou Park Creek including the California Tahoe Conservancy’ s Greenway Project, Southwest Gas and South Tahoe Public Utility District utility line upgrades and the Pioneer Trail Pedestrian Improvement Project.

This task includes time to prepare for and participate in 60% and 90% Design Review Meetings with City staff and TAC members. Under this task, we will produce high quality exhibits to help portray the design development information, amenity features, and planning stages to the attendees at the various meetings stated above.

1.2 Phase 2 Kick Off Meeting
We propose as part of Task 1 to conduct a Phase 2 Kick Off meeting in the field with the City and Design Team to review existing conditions, 30% designs, and proposed design changes. This meeting will specifically discuss evaluating the capacity and inner workings of the Wildwood Basin and Overflow to accommodate potential changes to the location of Keller Bypass.

1.3 Planning Commission and City Council Meetings
There is a critical need to keep both the Planning Commission and City Council appraised of milestones, accomplishments, and deliverables. The regularly scheduled meetings of these bodies provide an opportunity to solicit feedback from both the council and commission members as well as the general public in short workshop-type agenda items. Our Project Manager will lay out and reach agreement with the City Project Manager the key design deliverables that should be presented in this way to these committees to streamline the Major Design Review process and Catalyst and key team members will present to the City Planning Commission and City Council the NEPA documents for discussion and adoption.

TASK 2. SITE SURVEYING
Some supplemental surveying of existing stormdrain infrastructure is required to refine the 30% designs moving into 60% detail and evaluate proposed changes. For example, inlet elevations of the recently installed culvert crossings at Pioneer Trail and Charlesworth Court will be surveyed in order to accurately show current conditions on the plans. Additional survey data will be collected on Spruce Avenue infrastructure to inform the Bijou School Frontage Drainage Improvement designs and on Sonora Avenue down to Osgood Basin in order to inform designs for the potential revised Keller Clean Water Bypass alignment down Sonora rather than Ski Run.

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3 In order to fine tune the Bijou Park Creek hydraulic model completed during Phase 1 that was based on available LiDAR topographic data and therefore didn’t fully capture the current channel and floodplain details, we propose conducting a Total Station topographic survey of the Bijou Park creek channel and floodplain within the project limits. Wildscape and NTCD engineers will conduct the survey and consult with NHC and the landowner and key stakeholder, USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) to ensure all key channel and floodplain data is collected in sufficient detail.

2.1 Supplemental Survey for Stormdrain Design and Bijou Park Creek Hydraulic Model Refinement
Supplemental surveying will be conducted to capture additional existing pipe inverts including a full utility survey/dip for Keller Bypass, additional survey data for Bijou School, the recently installed pipeworks at Pioneer Crossing and areas along Blackwood to support detailed design development.

To develop a more comprehensive and accurate hydraulic model to inform restoration designs for Bijou Park Creek a Total Station survey will be conducted to collect the channel longitudinal profile, representative crosssections, and cross-valley berms to sufficiently define the HEC-RAS 2-D surface, adjacent pavement elevations, and key drainage inputs. This effort will facilitate a more accurate hydraulic assessment of the channel capacity, determine any potential flood risk to adjacent property or infrastructure and help refine stream restoration designs of the Bijou Park Creek Restoration project, the Rockwood to Blackwood outfall, and improvements where the creek crosses Tamarack Ave and Warner Salas Dr.

Property boundary surveys will be conducted for up to five parcels by licensed Land Surveyor, Chip Brejc of Insite Land Surveys to support lot line adjustments, easements and/or real property acquisitions necessary to construct the project.

2.2 Utility Coordination and Identification
This task will build off the utility information collected and incorporated in the 30% plans and where conflicts may be unavoidable, we will work cooperatively with the various utilities to perform potholing using high accuracy GPS or land surveying instruments for recording and documenting in order to precisely determine elevations and any necessary avoidance measures.

Task 2 Deliverables:

All survey control and survey data points as CAD files.

Electronic and hardcopies of updated Topographic Base Map TASK 3. HYDROLOGIC AND HYDRAULIC ANALYSIS
Hydrologic and hydraulic analysis will continue building off of the efforts completed during Phase 1 in order to investigate new alternatives introduced during the later stages of 30% design and support design development as it moves through 60% and 90% detail levels.

3.1 Hydrology and Hydraulics Study for Revised Keller Bypass and Wildwood Basin Recent comments received from the City upon review of the 30% designs included a request to explore the feasibility of an alternative route for the Keller Clean Water Bypass project. Up to three alternatives will be explored that utilize streets other than Ski Run for the bypass. Determining the feasibility of alternative routes and a possible alternative outlet (the Wildwood Basin outlet instead of the Osgood Basin outlet) will require C-106-2021
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3.2 Updates to PLRM
Since sediment removal is a key objective of this project, the PLRM will be updated as the project progresses to evaluate the impacts of the proposed design on water quality. The team will provide technical support to the City Project Manager to update the models as designs are further developed.

3.3 Bijou Park Creek 2-Dimensional Hydraulic Model
As discussed in Task 2.1 further refinement to SEZ design features is needed and will require further development of a 2-dimensional hydraulic model with the additional creek and floodplain field survey data collected under Task 2.

The development of the 2-dimensional hydraulic model involves pulling the field survey and LiDAR topographic data into a digital elevation model, applying appropriate Manning’s n values based on creek and floodplain cover/condition, establishing boundary conditions, and calibrating if possible, using any known stage-discharge relationships. Once operational and calibrated the model will be used to infer existing and future hydraulic conditions under scenarios corresponding with up to two restoration design alternatives.

Results from the hydraulic modeling that will inform design development include modeled stage-discharge relationships across the project site, shear stresses induced on the stream channel, banks and floodplain, and flow velocities and preferential flow paths through the floodplain improvement areas.

3.4 Osgood to Wildwood to Lake Hydraulic Analysis ( NEW TASK) Based on previous hydraulic analysis of the Wildwood Basin overflow capacity, NHC will estimate the maximum amount of flow to be diverted into the expanded Osgood Basin and provide recommendations on the hydraulic design of the diversion into the expanded basin. Our design and water resource engineers will analyze the expanded Osgood basin outlet pipe capacity at various tailwater elevations in Wildwood to check that the proposed design will not cause any backwatering into Osgood basin.

Task 3 Deliverables:

Supplemental Hydrology and Hydraulics Report with figures and appendices.

TASK 4. ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENTS
Preparation of environmental documents will be led by Catalyst. Under this task, Catalyst will base their approach on their expert knowledge of NEPA guidance, and other associated applicable policies and guidelines. While the CEQA has been completed some final steps are required to complete NEPA.

4.1 Updates to Proposed Project Description for NEPA and CEQA Catalyst and Wildscape have discussed NEPA compliance with USFS to determine the preferred path forward. The USFS has indicated that the Project may be processed as a Categorical Exclusion, in which case, USFS would complete NEPA internally and Catalyst would provide USFS staff with supporting documentation as-requested.

4.2 CEQA Compliance – Addendum to the MND
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5 Catalyst will prepare an Addendum for the CEQA Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) to analyze potential impacts of the Keller Clean Water Bypass Project design. Under CEQA Guidelines Section 15164, the responsible agency (City of South Lake Tahoe) must prepare an addendum to an adopted MND if only minor technical changes or additions are necessary or none of the conditions described in Section 15162 calling for Environmental Impact Report (EIR) have occurred.

The following outline demonstrates how the addendum could be structured and the contents to be included:

Introduction
Summary of Proposed Project
Proposed Modification to the Mitigated Negative Declaration and Basis for an Addendum Project Description
Analysis of Potential Environmental Impacts Associated with the Proposed Modification Conclusions
List of Preparers
References
The addendum need not be circulated for public review but can be included in or attached to the final adopted negative declaration.

4.3 Tribal Notification Letter and Section 106 Letters
Catalyst will prepare a draft tribal engagement letter and submit to USFS for review/edit. We will finalize the letter and resubmit to USFS. In the event that a Tribe wishes to engage in government-to-government consultation, Catalyst will support USFS in this consultation and memorialize the exchange with notes and records.

4.4 Baseline Cultural Assessment and Report
Coordinate and perform the required cultural resource surveys required by USFS. We will build off the CHRIS records search findings and work with USFS to determine additional data needs for known cultural resources.

If field data is required, we will prepare a survey protocol memorandum and submit to USFS for review/comment to ensure the proposed protocols satisfy Section 106 and NEPA requirements. We will coordinate/perform the surveys in coordination with USFS and will memorialize the data collected with field notes, pictures, and GPS data. We will develop a draft technical memorandum that reports the survey findings and submit to USFS for review/comment. We will finalize this technical memorandum based on USFS comments and incorporate the results/findings into the NEPA document.

4.5 Botanical and Jurisdictional Waters Surveys on USFS Lands Based on the urban nature of the project area, USFS will not require any wildlife surveys (per communication with USFS biologist, Shay Zanetti on July 22, 2021), therefore, we assume no Endangered Species Act consultation would be required either. Catalyst will coordinate the required botanical surveys required by USFS. Julie Etra of WBS will coordinate/perform surveys for resident vegetative communities. Botanical surveys will be performed during the appropriate seasonal survey windows and will memorialize the data collected with field notes, pictures, and GPS data. The team will develop a draft technical memorandum that reports the survey findings and submit to USFS for review/comment. We will finalize this technical memorandum based on USFS comments and incorporate the results/findings into the NEPA document.

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6 Invasive plants will be identified as part of the botanical survey and a standalone Invasive Plant and Monitoring Plan per LTBMU requirements will be produced to support final design and construction.

Catalyst will coordinate with WBS, who will also perform a jurisdictional delineation (JD) of potential waters of the U.S. per the Clean Water Act. We will develop a wetlands/ JD survey protocol memorandum and submit to USFS for review/comment. We will coordinate/perform the survey while inventorying the project area’s vegetation/botanical resources and will memorialize the data collected with field notes, pictures, and GPS data. We will develop a draft technical memorandum that reports the delineation’ s findings and submit to USFS for review/comment. We will finalize this technical memorandum based on USFS comments and incorporate the results/findings into the NEPA document.

4.6 NEPA Categorical Exclusion Support
Catalyst will support USFS in the preparation of a Categorical Exclusion and will provide requested technical documents and clarifications regarding the ECD/MND. We will participate in up to three calls with the USFS IDT to discuss the ECD/MND, baseline info, and impacts. It is assumed that USFS will prepare the Categorical Exclusion and perform the necessary consultations, and that no new technical analysis is required for the Categorical Exclusion beyond what has been prepared for the ECD/MND.

Task 4 Deliverables
Submittal of one (1) CEQA MND Addendum
Submittal of one (1) Draft, Final Tribal Engagement Letters Submittal of one (1) Cultural Resources Technical Memorandum Submittal of one (1) Botanical/Vegetation Technical Memorandum Submittal of one (1) Invasive Plant Survey and Monitoring Report TASK 5. LICENSE AGREEMENTS AND SPECIAL USE PERMITS

5.1 License Agreements and Special Use Permits
The team will coordinate with the public agencies other than the City of South Lake Tahoe, for the parcels identified in the 30 percent plans for project improvements, as necessary to begin the permitting process. All public parcels advantageous to restoration and stormwater treatment have been identified and mapped in the 30 percent plans and the team will generate a list and figures unique to each owner for submission. Public parcels are typically preferred for stormwater improvements and restoration work as the cost to the project is much lower than acquiring private parcels. To conduct project activities on California Tahoe Conservancy CTC) parcels, the City must enter a license agreement with CTC that details the use of the land, the benefits to the public, and the long-term maintenance. A similar process is required for USFS-owned parcels; Special Use Permits must be applied for an obtained to use the parcel for project activities.

We will reach out to key staff at the CTC and USFS to discuss the use of these parcels for the Project and prepare the necessary documents such as an alternatives evaluations and special use permit applications for each desired parcel. We have experience finalizing both license agreements and special use permits with both agencies and a strong relationship with the key personnel at the CTC and the USFS. NTCD will lead this task and work with City staff as necessary to complete it.

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The TRPA Land Capability designations incorporated in the 30% plans will be further assessed if required for permitting the individual proposed projects. Our team will coordinate and conduct TRPA Land Capability Verification analysis on property within the City rights-of-way, land acquisitions ( should there be any), and assist the City with resolving surface coverage related permit conditions that may be required within the TRPA permit for the project. We will include existing condition and proposed conditions Land Capability Study calculation summary tables on the project construction plans.

Real Property acquisitions
The preliminary plans have largely avoided the use of any private parcels not already acquired by the City of SLT to implement the preferred alternatives, however as we move through 60% design development, a few private parcels will require easement acquisitions, including the private road and 1 to 2 of the individual lots within the Mobile Home Park on Blackwood. There is also the possibility of a private property acquisition and/or a lot line adjustment for a parcel in the lower portion of the watershed to enable the most beneficial design.

This is also a critical piece of the Special Use Permit application which often requires an analysis of acquiring private parcels versus using federal parcels. We will compile necessary information on any private parcels using the El Dorado County Assessor’s website and the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency website. Useful information would include site coverage, land capability, any existing deed restrictions, assessed value, and recent sale value, if applicable. Using this information, we will evaluate if deed restrictions, conservation easements, or land swaps are a viable solution and preferentially pursue those options over full acquisition.

If the analysis reveals that full acquisition is the best path forward, the team will reach out to the private property owners to discuss the project and potential purchase of the property. We will prepare one page outline that describes the Project and its benefits to the watershed and potential sellers. We will inform the property owners of their rights related to California Code of Civil Procedure as well as the rights of the City to use eminent domain if negotiations fail; however, we will continue negotiations as long as possible to secure the necessary properties. We will prepare any documents required for real property acquisition including offer letters, purchase and sale agreements, easement acquisition agreements, appraisal reports, warrant reports, and property acquisition reports for each property.

NTCD has extensive experience working with private property owners to implement restoration and water quality projects and will lead the outreach and coordination for this task. NTCD’s previous experience has involved a variety of landowner agreements and acquisitions. We also have Interwest Consulting Group and Lynn Barnett and Associates to assist with appraisals, purchase agreements, and title, escrow, and closing.

Both firms have extensive experience with public agencies and real property acquisitions in the Lake Tahoe Basin.

5.3 Appraisals
The team of Interwest and Lynn Barnett & Associates will be provided preliminary title reports, appraisals, and applicable environmental reports such as Phase I ESA's and as applicable Phase II ESA An appraisal of each property identified for acquisition will be completed in conformance with federal and state policy.

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The purpose and function of the appraisal, including limiting factors and conditions; A description of the physical characteristics of the property being acquired in addition to the highest and best use of the property;
A discussion of all relevant and reliable approaches to value. In most cases this will necessitate the use of the sales comparison approach only;
A description of comparable sales relied on in the determination of value; A statement of the value of the property rights to be acquired, including damages to the remainder; A signed certification of the appraiser and the effective dated of the valuation.

Assumption: The costs provided assume one (1) full property acquisition with one residential housing unit requiring relocation of occupants being displaced and two (2) partial take acquisitions with no displacements requiring relocation assistance. Any additional acquisitions will cost $ 15,000 each and any additional relocation beyond one household will cost $7,500 per household.

5.4 Acquisition
Acquisition services may include making contacts with property owners of all subject parcels for the purpose of negotiating purchase price of real property or easements. Consultant will assume the responsibility of coordination and management of the negotiation process. Services will include the following; Preparing the offer letter and other related documents based on the appraised and accepted fair market value;
Statement that City may take property by eminent domain for full or partial acquisitions in the event negotiations fail;
Notification in accordance with California Code of Civil Procedure Section 1263.025 that the property owner is entitled to obtain an independent appraisal, and should the property owner elect to do so, City will pay for the actual reasonable costs up to $ 5,000: the independent appraisal shall be conducted by an appraiser licensed by the Office of Real Estate Appraisers; Summary Statement Relating to the Purchase of Real Property or Interest therein; Purchase and Sale Agreement or Easement Acquisition Agreement for Public Purposes, as applicable;
Preparing the purchase agreement and conveyance documents; Delivering offer letter and conveyance documents to the City and Caltrans for review and approval; Making City requested changes as appropriate;
Meeting with property owners to discuss the project in general, reviewing easement exhibits and legal descriptions, confirming property owner and occupant information and delivering and explaining the official first written offer;
Maintaining follow-up contact information for property owners; Receiving and responding to property owner inquires either verbally or in writing and making record of such correspondence;
Maintaining contact reports for each parcel;
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9 Continuing negotiations with property owners until agreement is reached; and Transmitting signed agreements to the City promptly for acceptance and processing.

5.5 Title, Escrow, and Closing
We will assume responsibility to ensure all closings are completed in a timely manner by continuing coordination with the Title Company handling the escrows. We will work closely with the Title Company to ensure quality title is obtained. Services will include:

Reviewing the updated title. The City will obtain updated preliminary title reports for review.

Opening escrow, deposit funds and documents, prepare escrow instructions and monitor closing of escrows.

Assisting the Title Company with releasing any liens, mortgages, or encumbrances of record.

Preparing warrant requests to the City with proper supporting documentation including recommended resolutions to escrow related issues.

Coordinating the clearing of tax requirements and assessments.

Attending all meetings and facilitating all closings.

Ensuring final title policies only contain exceptions that the City is willing to accept.

Submitting a completed property acquisition report for each property, including transfer of all pertinent related documents to the City.

TASK 6. PERMITTING
The Project Manager and key task leaders all have experience applying for and acquiring resource agency, TRPA, and City and County permits for their respective stormwater, recreation, and wetland/river restoration projects. We work cooperatively with these agencies to gain their input early on in order to incorporate agency expectations and needs within the designs as is practical, in essence, “ pre-mitigate” our designs and streamline the permit acquisition process.

6.1 TRPA Permit
The Bijou Park Creek Restoration Project is a Lake Tahoe EIP Project ( EIP Number 01.01.01.0118) and therefore will need to obtain an EIP Project Permit from the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency. During the development of the Project, the appropriate TRPA EIP Planner will be involved as a member of the Technical Advisory Committee ( TAC) and will therefore have input throughout the design process. The 90% design documents will address any TRPA comments from the 60% TAC meeting and meet all requirements identified for the TRPA Permit. Utilizing the extensive work done for the NEPA/CEQA process, the Team will complete a TRPA Initial Environmental Checklist for submission with the 90% Permit Application. After obtaining a draft TRPA permit, the Team will review the contents and review the draft permit with the City so that the Design Documents can be finalized, and all regulatory requirements are conveyed to any potential bidders. For the final permit approval, the Team will send a representative to the Hearings Officer or Governing Board if necessary. The Team has successfully permitted more than 20 Lake Tahoe EIP Projects, has a good relationship with the TRPA staff, and is well versed in the TRPA process.

6.2 404/401/1600 Permitting
As laid out in the environmental document, the project, specifically the SEZ and wetland restoration elements will require most if not all of the resource agency’ permits listed below:

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10 Clean Water Act (CWA) Section 401 WQ Certification – State Water Resources Control Board CWA Section 402, NPDES Permit - Lahontan Regional Water Quality Control Board CWA Section 404 Permit (Dredge and Fill) – US Army Corps of Engineers 1600 Streambed Alteration Agreement Permit – California Department of Fish and Wildlife ESA Section 7 Consultation – US Fish and Wildlife Service Under this task our team will conduct the necessary consultations and develop the draft and final application packages working in close collaboration with the design engineers between 60% and 90% design development and submit in the required order to acquire the necessary permissions to construct. Information, mapping, and data from the surveys conducted under Task 4 will be incorporated into the permit applications.

This task includes time to meet with resource agency representatives on site as needed to bring them up to speed on the site setting and need and discuss recommended measures to incorporate into the designs.

Assumptions: As stated under Section 4 no wildlife surveys will be required per Shay Zanetti at USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit.

6.3 Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans ( SWPPPs)
A Draft and Final Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan or SWPPP for up to three construction packages as described under 7.1 below will be developed to comply with the Tahoe Basin Construction Permit and Lahontan RWQCB Basin Plan. The Wildscape Team will apply its extensive experience in drafting approved SWPPPs for drainage, utility, highway, and restoration projects in and around the Tahoe basin to produce up to three well-organized, site-specific Draft and Final SWPPPs that will meet all regulatory requirements and be easily adopted and applied during construction.

Task Deliverables:

Up to three (3) Draft SWPPPs
Up to three (3) Final SWPPPs
TASK 7. 60% DESIGN LEVEL PS&E DOCUMENTS

7.1 60% Plans and Technical Specifications
Incorporating comments from the City and the TAC and any identified mitigation measures or special conditions through the CEQA/NEPA process the design team will develop and present 60% design drawings, specifications, and preliminary costs to the City for review. In order to facilitate different timelines for the projects solely within USDA Forest Service lands versus those within City ROW and/or other public and private property the 60% design effort through 100% will develop up to three (3) individual plan sets and technical specification packages so that they can be bid and constructed independently. It is anticipated that one set will cover Forest Service property project elements, and one will cover the Keller Canyon Bypass Project element either as a standalone project or in combination with all other project elements.

The team will coordinate closely with the City of South Lake Tahoe to discuss alternatives when investigating major changes that arise from comments on the 30 percent plans. The plans and specifications will include construction information on all major features similar to the 30% submittal, including a title sheet, sheet index, general notes sheet, site plan with existing utilities and infrastructure, grading plan and profile sheets, pipeline C-106-2021
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All project work will be designed to minimize existing habitat disturbance, soil compaction, and infrastructure impacts.

A 60% Technical Specifications package will be developed in parallel with the plans to clearly direct the Contractor on items including but not limited to bid breakdowns, material types, installation procedures, workmanship, work restrictions, warranties, payment methods, etc. The Technical Specifications will adhere to City standards and code requirements.

7.2 60% Landscaping and Revegetation Plans and Specifications At 60% design development additional plan sheets will be incorporated to include maintenance access, trail elements, fencing, and revegetation. SEZ restoration and natural areas will be stabilized with biotechnical treatments using native materials, seeding, and mulching and the design engineers will be supported by the restoration ecologist in order to incorporate site appropriate designs and specifications. There may be limited areas requiring containerized plantings and irrigation along trail connections that will be developed by the landscape designer.

7.3 Draft Project Design Report
In order to ensure confidence in the design plans the team will develop a Draft Project Design report that summarizes the methodologies and data used to develop the design PS&E and any decisions made to modify or move away from elements agreed upon during 30% preliminary designs. The Draft SWPPPs under Task

6.3 will be developed and submitted to the City for review at this time.

7.4 NEPA/ CEQA Mitigation Design Requirements
As stated earlier, we often approach design development already knowing and integrating what will be required by the resource agencies, however this task will provide time to revisit any project modifications or additions that are to be folded into the plans to meet NEPA/CEQA requirements.

7.5 Plan Proof Field Visit
This is an excellent opportunity to field truth the plans with the City Project Manager and mark up and make any necessary edits to avoid unforeseen surprises or issues at 90% design or even during construction. This will be a critical and worthwhile step in the design process.

7.6 60% Engineer’s Estimate
Starting with the 30% cost estimate, we will incorporate the additional changes and detail developed during 60% design, including more refined quantities for earthwork and material import. Using a combination of recent real construction cost data in the Tahoe region, local supplier and vendor quotes and RS Means we will develop costs to 60% detail.

Task 7 Deliverables:

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TASK 8. 90% PS& E
The design team will build upon the approved 60% PS&E and incorporate input from the City and stakeholders to advance to 90% PS&E.

8.1 90% Plans and Technical Specifications
The design team will build upon the approved 60% PS&E (up to 3 sets as described under 7.1) to continue to add details for construction including but not limited to:

Detail call-out identifiers corresponding to details in detail sheets; and proofed to confirm callouts correspond correctly
Any refinements to the grading plans, profile sheets, utility, electrical, traffic control plans, etc.

Any edits as a result of the 60% TAC Design review
Any edits as a result of additional resource agency or stakeholder review and input.

The Draft SWPPPs will also be updated to incorporate any additional information discovered between 60% and 90% and significant changes to the plans that require changes to the temporary erosion control and water quality protection measures or dewatering approaches. 90% Design Report In order to maintain continuity through the design development process, the Draft Project Design report will be updated to report on any significant changes to the designs between 60% and 90% to accommodate information gained while field trothing and from City, TAC and other resource agency review and comment

8.2 90% Engineers Estimate
The 60% Engineer’s estimate will be further refined based on the edits/additions made to the plans and specifications through the 90% development
Task 8 Deliverables:

Up to 3 sets 90% Admin Draft PS&E for City Review
Up to 3 sets 90% Draft PS&E for stakeholder circulation Up to 3 Final SWPPPs
TASK 9. 100% BID DOCUMENTS
Under this task the design team will make any final changes and add any necessary detail as a result of City and TAC review and input on the 90% PS&E in order to product up to three sets of 100% stamped plans and technical specifications. The Engineer’s Estimate will be reviewed in great detail taking into consideration the current bidding environment (i.e., Contractor availability, local economy, etc.) and final refinements will be made to ensure an accurate cost estimate that will be well within the acceptable margins of error. With our extensive bench of professional civil engineers, we have the ability to do extensive internal QA/QC of all bid documents prior to submitting to the City, which will result in clear and comprehensive plans and specifications facilitating streamlined construction and preventing unnecessary costly change orders.

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Responses to Questions during Bid Advertisement and Selection TASK 10. BID ASSISTANCE

10.1 Provide responses to bidder’s questions
The proposed Project Manager and several key team members have assisted public agencies and non-profit organizations on similar large projects in developing bid advertisements, bid packages, and supporting Contractor selection. This includes quickly responding to questions and requests for information and developing any addendums as needed on a short time frame.

Task 10 Deliverables:

Draft and City Resident Engineer Approved Responses
Bid Addenda Sections
TASK 11. CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING (CE)
The Project Manager and supporting staff have served as Engineer of Record and provided construction oversight on several similar construction projects. Therefore, our team is fully capable of providing Construction Engineering, including reviewing, and responding to material submittals, change order ( CO) requests, and RFIs on a timely basis. We will work with the City Resident Engineer to provide draft written responses and sometimes detailed figures or plan amendments for their review prior to providing to the Contractor. We understand that COs and RFIs can often come in sporadically and require fast response times in order to avoid any delays to the Contractor. Given our local presence and experience we can ensure the City that we would be responsive and effective in all these cases to ensure quality construction continues unimpeded.

11.1 Respond to Request for Information and Change Orders Wildscape Engineering would be able to provide timely responses to Contractor submitted Requests for Information (RFIs) and Change Order (CO) submittals. We would review and provide draft responses for City review within an agreed upon short time frame in order to prevent any delays to construction and would discuss with the City Project Manager and/or Engineer or Record if not Wildscape, all Change Order requests in order to protect the City’s interests.

11.2 Submittal Review and Response
This task provides time to review Contractor submittals, shop drawings and material samples and provide draft and final responses in coordination with the City Project Manager and/or Engineer of Record if not Wildscape. The formal response template will be provided to the City for review and acceptance and will cover a range of responses likely including “ Reviewed No Exceptions Taken”, “ Provide Additional Information”, Make Noted Corrections and Resubmit”.

Task 11 Deliverables:

Draft and City Resident Engineer Approved Responses to RFIs and CO Requests Revisions to Plans if necessary
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SCHEDULE OF CHARGES AND TIMELINE

TIMELINE
All work to be completed by September 7, 2025
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Amendment No. 1 to Bijou Park Creek Watershed Restoration Project, Phase 2 Engineering Services Professional Services Agreement with Wildscape Engineering, Inc. (C-106- 2021)
The Professional Services Agreement entered into on September 7, 2021, between the City of South Lake Tahoe, a municipal corporation (“CITY”) and Wildscape Engineering, Inc. (“Consultant”) is hereby amended as set forth below.

The Contract is hereby revised to add the following.

1. Scope of Services. In addition to the Scope of Services specified within the original Professional Services Agreement, dated September 7, 2021, to the Professional Services Agreement adds the work described within Exhibit A, Scope of Services, Budget Augment and Line Item Reassignment attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.

2. Compensation. Compensation to be paid to the CONSULTANT, is $22,414, as described in ExhibitA, Scope ofServices. In no case shall CONSULTANTcompensation forwork completed under this Amendment exceed the amended amount of $483,320.69, without written authorization from the CITY. Payment by the CITYunder thisAgreement shall not be deemed a waiver of defects, even if such defects were known to the CITY at the time of payment.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have caused this Amendment No. 1 to Professional Services Agreement with Wildscape Engineering to be executed on March 14, 2023.

CITY OF SOUTH LAKE TAHOE CONSULTANT
By: __________________________ By:____________________________ Cristi Creegan, Mayor Carol Beahan, President
APPROVED AS TO FORM: ATTEST:

Heather Stroud, City Attorney Susan Blankenship, City Clerk Exhibit A: Scope of Services

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C-028-2023
Wildscape Engineering Inc.

Business Licence # 006076
2023Heather Sue Blankenship (Mar 16, 2023 13:24 PDT) Mar 16, Stroud ( Mar 16, 2023 13:29 PDT) Cristi Creegan ( Mar 16, 2023 15:31 PDT)
Cristi Creegan
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Carol Beahan
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EXHIBIT A:

SCOPE OF SERVICES
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Wildscape Engineering, Inc.
855) 816- 6593 / ( 530) 600- 1810
www.wildscape- engineering. com
1 November 7, 2022
Mr. Jason Burke
Stormwater Program Coordinator
Public Works Department, City of South Lake Tahoe
1740 D Street
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Subject: Budget Augment and Line Item Reassignment Request for Bijou Park Creek Phase 2 Restoration Project
To: Jason Burke,
The following details our budget augment request and line item re-assignment for the Bijou Park Creek Phase 2 Restoration Project. Attachment 1 provides the updated cost spreadsheet reflecting our proposed changes.

Existing Task Budget Increases
Subtask 1.1 Project Management, Outreach, Public Meetings, and Coordination: As a result of an extended project timeline and additional management required for USDA Forest Service coordination on the Bijou Park Creek SEZ restoration project and land/easement acquisitions, this includes an additional 24 hours of Project Management to manage the project into Spring 2023.

Augment Cost: $ 3,600
Subtask 2.1 Supplemental Survey: Partway through the project the contracted surveyor, Insite Land Surveys requested to be removed from the project in order to focus solely on smaller efforts. In response, Wildscape hired another consultant and the design team developed marked up survey maps. The Wildscape Project Manager and CAD technician coordinated and met on site with the new surveyor to provide an orientation to the project and review survey needs. Due to the extensive number of individual sites and need to recheck prior survey control and add additional survey control the direct cost of surveying also increased per below. This includes additional hours for the Project Manager, CAD Technician and NTCD staff engineer to provide surveyor with additional information. Augment Cost:
3,438
Direct Survey Costs: New surveyor, Terra Graphic hired to substitute for Insite Land Surveyors.

Increased effort due to the number of project sites requiring survey and finding prior survey control and adding in additional survey control. Augment Cost: $ 5,000 Subtask 7.1 60% Plans and Technical Specifications The Design team will incorporate City of South Lake Tahoe markups received in late July including adding more detail to the plan and profile sheets once the additional surveying described above is completed and updating details to target installations that require less maintenance. All edits/additions to the project sheets will be re-assembled into the three separate 60% plan sets, 1) Bijou Park Creek Watershed Improvement Project, (2) Bijou Park Creek SEZ Restoration Project, and 3) Keller Clean Water Bypass Project. The team will also update the technical specifications to follow the City’s template and protocol once sample or template C-028-2023 124
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2 specifications are provided more closely by the City. These additional hours will allow for the team to conduct a second and more targeted 60% PS&E round. Cost: $8,088 New Task Budget
Phase I Environmental Site Assessment for 3707 Blackwood Road: In support of the appraisal and easement acquisition negotiations, a Phase 1 ESA was requested and performed by A&M Environmental Services in summer 2022. Cost: $ 2,300
Line Item Re-Assignment
Task 5.1 License Agreements and Special Use Permits Line Item Re-Assignment At the time a Special Use Agreement draft was needed, NTCD staff were unavailable so the Wildscape Project Manager stepped in to develop the draft and final submittal. Hours were re-assigned as follows:

Moved all of NTCD staff hours over to Wildscape Project Manager column for a net change of -$12.00.

Cost: -$ 12.00
Total Change Order Request: $ 22,414.00 for a Total Budget Change Order from $460,906.69 to 483,320.69.

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3 TERMS AND CONDITIONS
The conditions contained in the existing Contract Agreement signed and dated September 10, 2021 will apply to this Change Order.

APPROVAL TO PROCEED
The work can be initiated with a letter of authorization, through acknowledgment of this Scope of Work by signing a copy of this Scope below, or by Purchase Order issued to Wildscape Engineering, Inc.

Scope of Work and Estimated Budget accepted by:

Signature Date
Jason Burke, City Project Manager_______________
Printed Name and Title
Public Works, City of South Lake Tahoe ______ ( 530) 542-6038 Firm Name Phone Number
1740 D Street ___________________
Street Address
South Lake Tahoe_____________ _ CA ____ ___ 96150___
City State Zip Code
For Wildscape Engineering, Inc.

Signature Date
Carol Beahan, President____________
Printed Name and Title
C-028-2023
Jason Burke (Mar 16, 2023 12:02 PDT)
Jason Burke Mar 16, 2023
Carol Beahan (Mar 21, 2023 10:29 PDT)
Carol Beahan Mar 21, 2023
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ATTACHMENT 1. COST BREAKOUT CHANGES
4 Firm
Lynn Barnett
Associates
Personnel Classification
Project Manager
Lead Engineer
Carol Beahan,
PE/QSD
Civil
Engineer
Restoration
Ecologist
Julie Etra
WBS
Senior H&H
Engineer Dr.

David
Thompson,
PhD, PE
Geotechnical
Engineer
Mark
Schroeder, PE
CAD/GIS/Field
Technician
Landscape
Designer
Admin/Report
Specialist
Jamie Allec
Senior Project
Engineer
Megan Kelly,
P.E.

Senior Staff
Engineer
Staff
Engineer
Environmental
Scientist
Domi Fellers

CEQA/ NEPA
Task Lead Dr.

Dan Tormey,
Ph.D., P.G.

Permitting/
Compliance
Ben Pogue,

MPA,PMP,AIC
P
Senior
Scientist 1
Staff
Scientist 2
Senior Real
Estate Agent
John Almazan
Interwest Sr
Agent
Interwest
Tech Support
Lynn Barnett,
Appraiser
Total
Subtask
Hours
Labor Cost by
Task
Hourly Rate $ 150.00 $ 115.00 $ 140.00 $ 150. 00 $ 170.00 $ 95.00 $ 105.00 $ 75.00 $ 128.00 $ 78.00 $ 74.00 $ 87.00 $ 250.00 $ 195.00 $ 180.00 $ 130.00 $ 175.00 $ 145.00 $ 145.00 $ 125.00 Task Description

1. Project Management, Outreach, Public Meetings, and
Coordination 457 $ 72,380.50

1.1 TAC, Public and Client Meeting Continued Coordination and Participation, Project Management. Includes 60% and 90% Design Review meetings with the City and TAC. 84 32 8 8 36 16 36 16 30 30 5 337 $ 52,939.04

1.2 Phase 2 Kick Off Meeting 6 6 2 6 6 6 8 48 $ 6,879.12

1.3 Planning Commission and City Council Meetings 16 4 6 8 16 16 72 $ 12,562.34

2. Site Surveying 156 $ 16,181.12

2.1 Supplemental Survey for Stormdrain Design, Real property and easement acquisitions, and Bijou Park Creek Hydraulic Model Refinement (includes Direct Costs for Insite Land Survey below) 16 24 2 30 2 4 26 112 $ 12,261.12

2.2 Utility Coordination and Identification - Work cooperatively with utilities to perform potholing of utiliites that cannot be avoided. Includes potholing direct costs listed below. 4 6 1 15 18 44 $ 3,920.00

3. Hydrologic and Hyraulic Analysis 197 $ 26,175.26

3.1 Hydrology and Hydraulics Study for Revised Keller Clean Water Bypass and Wildwood Basin 6 6 2 4 6 8 50 $ 6,726.73

3.2 Updates to PLRM 2 2 16 20 $ 1,948.00

3.3 Bijou Park Creek 2D Hydraulic Model - Set up and run 2D hydraulic model and use results to fine tune desgns. 12 16 48 16 1 99 $ 13,582.34

3.4 Osgood to Wildwood to Lake Hydraulic Capacity Analysis New Task) 2 8 8 28 $ 3,918.19

4. Environmental Documents 466 $ 76,636.00

4.1 Updates to Proposed Project and Alternatives Descriptions draft and final) for NEPA and CEQA 6 2 4 2 2 12 12 12 52 $ 8,326.00

4.2 CEQA Compliance/ Addendum 4 32 40 16 92 $ 16,520.00

4.3 Tribal Notification Letter and Section 106 Letters 2 8 16 26 $ 4,180.00

4.4 Baseline Cultural Assessment and Report 2 2 12 80 96 $ 17,540.00

4.5 JD/Wetlands Survey, Botanical Inventory and Invasive Plant Study, Report and Monitoring Plan 2 140 2 4 16 12 176 $ 25,620.00

4.6 NEPA CatEx Support 2 2 4 8 8 24 $ 4,450.00

5. License Agreements, Special Use Permits and Real Propertry Acquisitions 507 $ 73,989.00

5.1 License Agreements and Special Use Permits 40 0 0 0 40 $ 6,000.00

5.2 TRPA Land Capability Verification 8 8 8 16 $ 4,032.00

5.3 Appraisals 4 20 12 90 126 $ 15,298.00

5.4 Acquistion: Includes 1 Full Acquisition and 2 Partial Acquisitions 2 2 140 144 $ 20,856.00

5.5 Title, Escrow, and Closing (incl support) 2 12 8 135 40 197 $ 27,803.00

6. Permitting 188 $ 27,284.00

6.1 TRPA Permit 4 2 2 8 16 $ 1,604.00

6.2 404/401/1600 permitting, including aquatic resources delineation (1 day site visit and report) 16 16 16 16 24 40 128 $ 20,880.00

6.3 Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) 4 24 12 4 44 $ 4,800.00

7.. 60% Design Level PS&E Documents and Draft Design
Report 659 $ 75,944.43

7.1 60% Plans and Technical Specifications 64 36 8 8 64 16 16 64 307 $ 36,461.17

7.2 60% Landscaping and Revegetation PS&E 4 36 10 16 2 4 72 $ 8,822.00

7.3 Draft Project Design Report 24 32 4 28 12 24 48 182 $ 19,520.14

7.4 NEPA/ CEQA Mitigation Design Requirements 4 6 4 14 $ 1,682.00

7.5 Plan Proof Field Visit 8 8 4 4 8 40 $ 4,995.12

7.6 60% Engineer' s Estimate 4 16 4 8 12 44 $ 4,464.00

8. 90% PS&E 294 $ 32,504.38

8.1 90% Plans and Technical Specifications 34 40 8 36 4 2 8 24 48 214 $ 23,314.38

8.2 90% Design Report 16 16 2 4 4 4 8 54 $ 6,296.00

8.3 90% Engineer' s Estimate 4 12 3 3 4 26 $ 2,894.00

9. 100% Bid Documents 226 $ 24,546.00

9.1 100% Admin Plans and Specifications 24 36 24 2 16 16 24 142 $ 15,242.00

9.2 100% Engineer' s Estimate 4 8 2 4 4 22 $ 2,384.00

9.3 100% Final PS&E 16 16 16 2 4 8 62 $ 6,920.00

10. Bid Assistance $ 6,772.00

10.1 Provide responses to bidder's questions 16 8 4 4 4 8 4 4 52 $ 6,772.00

11. Construction Engineering ( CE)$ 15,258.00

11.1 Respond to RFIs and COs. 16 8 4 2 2 6 4 42 $ 5,050.00

11.2 Submittal Review and Response 24 24 4 16 2 8 12 90 $ 10,208.00 LABOR TOTALS 504 400 196 68 18 282 20 30 191 164 354 16 62 156 212 80 30 305 40 95 6027 TOTAL TASKS $ 447,670.69
Supplemental Survey of Bijou Park Creek (RTK/Total Station Rental Costs)$ 1,200.00
Phase 1 Environmental Site Assesment - A&M
Environmental Services $ 2,300.00
Insite Land Surveys - TerraGraphic Survyor: Supplemental Surveying for All Project Sites, Property Boundary and
Easement Surveying for up to three parcels $ 15,000.00
NHC PCSWMM Model Updates $ 1,000.00
Potholing Contractor ($ 4,000/day for up to 3 days)$ 12,000.00 Cultural Records Search/Map Production $ 750.00
Mileage/ Travel Tasks 8-15 $ 3,000.00
Report & Plan Production Costs $ 400.00
DIRECT COST TOTALS $ 35,650.00
TOTAL COSTS $ 483,320.69
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Final Audit Report 2023- 03-21
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C-086-2024
City of South Lake Tahoe
Amendment No. 2 (C-086-2024) to Bijou Park Creek Watershed Restoration Project Phase 2 Engineering Professional Services Agreement with Wildscape Engineering, Inc (C-106-2021)
The Professional Services Agreement entered into on September 7, 2021, between the City of South Lake Tahoe, a municipal corporation (“ CITY”) and Wildscape Engineering, Inc CONSULTANT”) is hereby amended as set forth below.

The terms of the Professional Services Agreement are hereby amended as follows:

Section 1. Scope of Services. The cost of services per task were provided in Exhibit B of C-106- 2021. This amends Exhibit B to move $ 15,258 from Task 11 Construction Engineering and 5,949. 40 from Task 10 Bid Assistance to be split as follows: $ 15,807. 40 to Task 2 Site Surveying and $ 5,400 to Task 3 Hydrologic and Hydraulic Analysis.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have caused this Agreement to be executed on the date first written above.

CITY OF SOUTH LAKE TAHOE CONSULTANT
By: ________________________________ By: __________________________ Anush Nejad, Director of Public Works Carol Beahan, President Wildscape Engineering, Inc.

Business License # 006076
APPROVED AS TO FORM: ATTEST:

Heather Stroud, City Attorney Susan Blankenship, City Clerk Exhibit A: Budget Adjustment
Carol Beahan (May 14, 2024 09:26 PDT)
Carol Beahan
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Budget Remaining as of 05/06/2024
NTCD Remaining Budget ( does not reflect hours for April Invoice, to be provided on 05/10) Wildscape Remaining Budget ( post April invoice) Task # Task Description Amount Remaining Task # Task Description Amount Remaining 1 1. Project Management, Outreach, Public Meetings, and Coordination -$ 1

1. Project Management, Outreach, Public Meetings, and
Coordination 75.00$
2 2. Site Surveying 148.00$ 2 2. Site Surveying -$
3 3. Hydrologic and Hyraulic Analysis 1,446.45$ 3 3. Hydrologic and Hyraulic Analysis -$ 4 4. Environmental Documents 256.00$ 4 4. Environmental Documents 25.20$ 5 5. License Agreements, Special Use Permits and Real
Propertry Acquisitions 795.20$ 5

5. License Agreements, Special Use Permits and Real
Propertry Acquisitions -$
6 6. Permitting 756.06$ 6 6. Permitting 1,262. 50$
7 7. 60% Design Level PS&E Documents and Draft Design
Report 2,761.73$ 7

7. 60% Design Level PS&E Documents and Draft Design
Report -$
8 8. 90% PS&E $ - 8 8. 90% PS&E $ -
9 9. 100% Bid Documents $ 6,770.91 9 9. 100% Bid Documents $ 7,075.00 10 10. Bid Assistance $ 1,432.00 10 10. Bid Assistance $ 4,560.00 11 11. Construction Engineering ( CE) $ 2,788.00 11 11. Construction Engineering ( CE) $ 12,470.00 12,934.35$ Tasks through 100% Final Docs 8,437.70$ Tasks through 100% Final Docs 4,220.00$ Bid Support/ Construction Oversight 17,030.00$ Bid Support/ Construction Oversight 17,154.35$ Total Remaining NHC Budget 25,467.70$ Total Remaining Wildscape Budget Available Bid Support/ Construction Oversight Funds
21,250.00$
Change Order Budget
Additional Budget Needed for Rockwood to Blackwood Deadlines Task # Task Description Additional Budget Needed 21,207.40$ 1 1. Project Management, Outreach, Public Meetings, and Coordination 1,156.00$
2 2.3 Site Surveying - Additional Potholing Effort 7,363.40$ Includes Ferguson Excavating and TerraGraphic billings. Ferguson went over $ 5,489.02 and Travis went over $ 1,874.38 and both have been paid in full.

2.4 Site Surveying - Property Boundary Survey at 3707
Blackwood Road 8,444.00$ Lumos & Asssociates plus hours for NTCD/ Wildscape coordination and pulling into CAD plans/ files. 3 3.3 Bijou Park Creek 2D Hydraulic Model - Update and run new outfall location at Blackwood Road and run proposed 5,400.00$ 4 4. Environmental Documents -$
5 5. License Agreements, Special Use Permits and Real
Propertry Acquisitions -$
6 6.4 Additional permitting needs, splitting projects into separate phases. 4,752.00$

6.5 Caltrans Technical Reports for Osgood Basin Overflow 4,846.00$ 7 7. 60% Design Level PS&E Documents and Draft Design
Report -$
8 8. 90% PS&E $ -
9 9.4 Additional Potholing/ Design Elements to get to bid documents for Rockwood to Blackwood
10 10. Bid Assistance $ -
11 11. Construction Engineering ( CE) $ -
31,961.40$
Exhibit A
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City of South Lake Tahoe
Amendment No. 2 to Bijou Park Creek Watershed Restoration Project, Phase 2 Engineering Services Professional Services Agreement with Wildscape Engineering, Inc. (C-106-2021)
The Professional Services Agreement entered into on September 7, 2021, between the City of South Lake Tahoe, a municipal corporation (“ CITY”) and Wildscape Engineering, Inc.

CONSULTANT”) is hereby amended as set forth below.

The Contract is hereby revised to add the following,

2. Compensation. Compensation to be paid to the CONSULTANT, is $ 54,863.40, as described in Exhibit A, Scope of Services. In no case shall CONSULTANT compensation for work completed under this Amendment exceed the amended amount of 538,184.09, without written authorization from the CITY. Payment by the CITY under this Agreement shall not be deemed a waiver of defects, even if such defects were known to the CITY at the time of payment.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have caused this Amendment No. 2 to Professional Services Agreement with Wildscape Engineering to be executed on June 18, 2024.

CITY OF SOUTH LAKE TAHOE CONSULTANT
By: __________________________ By: __________________________ Cody Bass, Mayor Carol Beahan, P.E. President,
Wildscape Engineering, Inc.

Date: ________________ Date: _________________________
Business License # 006076
APPROVED AS TO FORM: ATTEST:

Heather Stroud, City Attorney Susan Blankenship, City Clerk Exhibit A: Scope of Services
Heather Stroud (Jun 20, 2024 15:56 PDT) Susan Blankenship ( Jun 20, 2024 14:52 PDT) Cody Bass (Jun 26, 2024 12:04 PDT)
06/26/2024 07/03/2024
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1 May 31, 2024
Ms. Brianna Greenlaw
Public Works Department
City of South Lake Tahoe
1740 D Street
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Subject: Budget Augment and Line Item Reassignment Request for Bijou Park Creek Phase 2 Restoration Project
To: Brianna Greenlaw,
The following details our current budget augment request and line item re-assignment for the Bijou Park Creek Phase 2 Restoration Project. Attachment 1 provides the updated cost spreadsheet reflecting the proposed changes.

Existing Task Budget Increases
Subtask 1.4 Project Management, Outreach, Public Meetings, and Coordination: Additional management efforts are needed to move the highest priority and funded project, the Rockwood to Blackwood Project, forward to final construction documents and permits. Additional coordination tasks include, but are not limited, to the following:

Separating the specific project site plans into an individual plan set and technical specifications package.

New topographic and property boundary surveying of the recently acquired 3707 Blackwood Road parcel where the new storm drain system will outlet.

Additional potholing effort at 3740 Blackwood Road to determine all lateral connections that will need to be addressed as part of the upgraded storm drain system.

Additional consultation with TRPA and Lahontan Regional Water Quality Control Board to move the project through an expedited permit process.

An additional 8 hours of Project Management by Wildscape and 6 hours by NTCD to manage the Rockwood to Blackwood project through construction bidding. Augment Cost: $ 1,968.00 Subtask 2.3 Supplemental Potholing and Repaving to Capture Existing Utilities at all Sites.

An extensive number of project sites had existing utilities that needed to be captured in the Watershed Improvement Project 90% Plans requiring potholing and additional surveying and repaving where potholing had to be done in the paved right-of-way. Wildscape Engineering has already paid the overages in full as follows: to the Contractor, Ferguson Excavating, $ 5,489.02 largely for their subcontracted paving effort and to the Surveyor, TerraGraphic $ 1,874.38 for the multiple site surveying of utility markings and depths. Wildscape Engineering did not apply a subcontractor mark up to this cost.

Augment Cost: $ 1,440 ($ 7363. 40 Covered under Line Item Reassignment see below ) Subtask 2.4 3707 Blackwood Road Property Boundary and Topographic Survey: Lumos and Associates will conduct a property boundary survey of the 3707 Blackwood Road parcel recently acquired 137
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2 by the City of South Lake Tahoe in support of the final 100% designs and permitting for Rockwood to Blackwood storm drain outfall and swale which need to clearly designate the boundary between the USDA Forest Service parcel and City owned parcel.

The design engineers under this task augment will incorporate the new topographic/ property boundary survey information into the final Rockwood to Blackwood plans and update the outlet swale/ grading and revegetation plans to ensure the storm drain discharge reaches Bijou Park Creek SEZ without impacting the adjacent private properties to the northwest and southeast.

Augment Cost: $ 594 ($8, 444 covered under Line Item Re -assignment see below )

3.3 Bijou Park Creek 2D Hydraulic Model Updates: The senior water resource engineer will update and run the HEC-RAS 2D hydraulic model incorporating the new outfall designs at 3707 Blackwood Road now that the City has acquired the parcel. The engineer will also update and run proposed conditions at Upper BPC following some design adjustments that were made to ensure effectiveness and stability.

Augment Cost: $ 0 ($5,400 covered under Line Item Re -assignment see below )

4.7 Additional Wetland Delineation: The expanded area south of Shirley was not captured in the original wetland delineation. It is expected to be categorized as SEZ, however for the final NEPA document a wetland delineation needs to be conducted in late May/ early June 2024 by the botanist Julie Etra of WBS).

Augment Cost: $3,580

6.4 Additional Permitting: Provides additional time and effort to consult with the resource agencies in order to expedite the permit process for Rockwood to Blackwood as an individual project and develop separate permit applications for the different project phases including Bijou Park Creek SEZ Enhancement and Bijou Park Creek Watershed Improvement Project.

Augment Cost: $ 6,628

9.4 Rockwood to Blackwood Additional Potholing/ Design Elements:

Nevada Tahoe Conservation District engineers worked with the City and utility providers to create a potholing exhibit for a subcontractor to collect additional data for the final design and bid package for the Rockwood to Blackwood Drainage Improvement. NTCD will utilize the data collected from the potholing and survey at 3707 Blackwood to prepare a final design for the Rockwood to Blackwood Drainage Project for bid in 2024.

Augment Cost: $ 14,600
New Task Budget

6.5 Caltrans Technical Reports for Osgood Basin Overflow: In order to acquire permissions from Caltrans to connect to an existing Caltrans stormwater system and eliminate the need to convey stormwater across Sonora and down Osgood which is extremely challenging due to the minimal slope along this alignment, the design engineers will consult with and develop the required Caltrans technical documents. These include a targeted Hydrology and Hydraulics Study Report per Caltrans guidance to define and demonstrate the feasibility of conveying overflow from the expanded Osgood East basin to an existing outfall pipe that is connected to a Caltrans storm drain system. A Stormwater Data Report will also likely be required and completed under this task. 138
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3 Augment Cost: $4,846
Total Budget Augment Request: $ 53,663.40 for a Total Budget Change Order from $483,320.69 to $536,984.09.

Line Item Reassignment Replenish
In order to move the Rockwood to Blackwood individual project to bid for construction in 2024 a survey and updated hydraulic model runs of the City acquired parcel (3707 Blackwood Rd) were needed to be expedited and so the City re-assigned Task 10 Bid Assistance and Task 11 Construction Engineering line items in the amounts of $5,949.40 and $15,258 respectively to be applied towards those efforts listed above.

This Task would replenish those two task line items so that the design team can support the City through the bidding and construction phases of the remaining projects.

Task 10 Cost: $ 5,949.40
Task 10 Cost: $ 15,258.00
Table 1. Total New Costs
Subtask 1.4 Additional Management $ 1,968
Subtask 2.3 Additional
Potholing/ Paving
1,440 $ 7,363.40 covered
under line item
reassignment
Subtask 2.4 Additional Survey $ 594 $ 8,444 covered under line item reassignment
Subtask 3.3 Additional Hydraulic
Modeling
0 $ 5400 covered under
line item reassignment.

Subtask 4.7 Additional Wetland
Delineation
3,580
Subtask 6.4 Additional Permitting $ 6,628
Subtask 6.5 New Caltrans technical
report effort
4,846
Subtask 9.4 Additional Potholing
efforts/ designs for
Rockwood to Blackwood
14,600
Subtask 10 Replenish borrowed Bid
Support line item
5,949.40
Subtask 11 Replenish borrowed Bid
Construction Engineering
line item
15,258.00
TOTAL $ 54,863. 40
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ATTACHMENT 1. COST BREAKOUT CHANGES
5 Firm
Lynn Barnett
Associates
Personnel Classification
Project Manager
Lead Engineer
Carol Beahan,
PE/QSD
Civil
Engineer
Restoration
Ecologist
Julie Etra
WBS
Senior H&H
Engineer Dr.

David
Thompson,
PhD, PE
Geotechnical
Engineer
Mark
Schroeder, PE
CAD/GIS/Field
Technician
Landscape
Designer
Admin/Report
Specialist
Jamie Allec
Senior Project
Engineer
Megan Kelly,
P.E.

Senior Staff
Engineer
Staff
Engineer
Environmental
Scientist
Domi Fellers

CEQA/ NEPA
Task Lead Dr.

Dan Tormey,
Ph.D., P.G.

Permitting/
Compliance
Ben Pogue,

MPA,PMP,AIC
P
Senior
Scientist 1
Staff
Scientist 2
Senior Real
Estate Agent
John Almazan
Interwest Sr
Agent
Interwest
Tech Support
Lynn Barnett,
Appraiser
Ferguson
Excavating
TerraGraphic
Surveyor
Lumos &
Associates
Total
Subtask
Hours
Labor Cost by
Task
Hourly Rate $ 150.00 $ 115.00 $ 140.00 $ 150.00 $ 170.00 $ 95.00 $ 105.00 $ 75.00 $ 128.00 $ 78.00 $ 74.00 $ 87.00 $ 250.00 $ 195.00 $ 180.00 $ 130.00 $ 175.00 $ 145.00 $ 145.00 $ 125.00 Task Description

1. Project Management, Outreach, Public Meetings, and Coordination 457 $ 74,348.50

1.1 TAC, Public and Client Meeting Continued Coordination and Participation, Project Management.

Includes 60% and 90% Design Review meetings with the City and TAC. 84 32 8 8 36 16 36 16 30 30 5 337 $ 52,939.04

1.2 Phase 2 Kick Off Meeting 6 6 2 6 6 6 8 48 $ 6,879.12

1.3 Planning Commission and City Council Meetings 16 4 6 8 16 16 72 $ 12,562.34

1.4 Additional Management for extended project effort 8 6 $ 1,968.00

2. Site Surveying 156 $ 34,022.52

2.1 Supplemental Survey for Stormdrain Design, Real property and easement acquisitions, and Bijou Park Creek Hydraulic Model Refinement ( includes Direct Costs for Insite Land Survey below) 16 24 2 30 2 4 26 112 $ 12,261.12

2.3 Potholing Overage ( due to amount of surveying and repaving that had to be done to capture all project sites). 2 16 $ 5,489.02 $ 1,874.38 $ 8,803.40

2.4 3707 Property Boundary Survey ( Lumos & Associates) & Incorporation of City Topographic Survey 2 2 2 8 7700 $ 9,038.00

3. Hydrologic and Hyraulic Analysis 197 $ 31,575.26

3.1 Hydrology and Hydraulics Study for Revised Keller Clean Water Bypass and Wildwood Basin 6 6 2 4 6 8 50 $ 6,726.73

3.2 Updates to PLRM 2 2 16 20 $ 1,948.00

3.3 Bijou Park Creek 2D Hydraulic Model - Set up and run 2D hydraulic model and use results to fine tune desgns. 12 16 48 16 1 99 $ 13,582.34

3.3 Bijou Park Creek 2D Hydraulic Model - Update and run new outfall location at Blackwood Road and run proposed conditions at Upper BPC 36 $ 5,400.00

3.4 Osgood to Wildwood to Lake Hydraulic Capacity Analysis ( New Task) 2 8 8 28 $ 3,918.19

4. Environmental Documents 466 $ 80,216.00

4.1 Updates to Proposed Project and Alternatives Descriptions ( draft and final) for NEPA and CEQA 6 2 4 2 2 12 12 12 52 $ 8,326.00

4.2 CEQA Compliance/ Addendum 4 32 40 16 92 $ 16,520.00

4.3 Tribal Notification Letter and Section 106 Letters 2 8 16 26 $ 4,180.00

4.4 Baseline Cultural Assessment and Report 2 2 12 80 96 $ 17,540.00

4.5 JD/Wetlands Survey, Botanical Inventory and Invasive Plant Study, Report and Monitoring Plan 2 140 2 4 16 12 176 $ 25,620.00

4.6 NEPA CatEx Support 2 2 4 8 8 24 $ 4,450.00

4.7 Additional wetland delination for area south of Shirley. 24.5 2 $ 3,580.00

5. License Agreements, Special Use Permits and Real Propertry Acquisitions 507 $ 73,989.00

5.1 License Agreements and Special Use Permits 40 0 0 0 40 $ 6,000.00

5.2 TRPA Land Capability Verification 8 8 8 16 $ 4,032.00

5.3 Appraisals 4 20 12 90 126 $ 15,298.00

5.4 Acquistion: Includes 1 Full Acquisition and 2 Partial Acquisitions 2 2 140 144 $ 20,856.00

5.5 Title, Escrow, and Closing (incl support) 2 12 8 135 40 197 $ 27,803.00

6. Permitting 188 $ 38,758.00

6.1 TRPA Permit 4 2 2 8 16 $ 1,604.00

6.2 404/401/1600 permitting, including aquatic resources delineation ( 1 day site visit and report) 16 16 16 16 24 40 128 $ 20,880.00

6.3 Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) 4 24 12 4 44 $ 4,800.00

6.4 Additional permitting needs, splitting projects into separate phases. 24 16 4 4 4 $ 6,628.00

6.5 Caltrans Technical Reports for Osgood Basin Overflow 8 20 6 2 2 $ 4,846.00

7. 60% Design Level PS&E Documents and Draft Design Report 659 $ 75,944. 43

7.1 60% Plans and Technical Specifications 64 36 8 8 64 16 16 64 307 $ 36,461. 17

7.2 60% Landscaping and Revegetation PS&E 4 36 10 16 2 4 72 $ 8,822.00

7.3 Draft Project Design Report 24 32 4 28 12 24 48 182 $ 19,520.14

7.4 NEPA/ CEQA Mitigation Design Requirements 4 6 4 14 $ 1,682.00

7.5 Plan Proof Field Visit 8 8 4 4 8 40 $ 4,995.12

7.6 60% Engineer' s Estimate 4 16 4 8 12 44 $ 4,464.00

8. 90% PS& E 294 $ 32,504.38

8.1 90% Plans and Technical Specifications 34 40 8 36 4 2 8 24 48 214 $ 23,314.38

8.2 90% Design Report 16 16 2 4 4 4 8 54 $ 6,296.00

8.3 90% Engineer' s Estimate 4 12 3 3 4 26 $ 2,894.00

9. 100% Bid Documents 226 $ 39,146.00

9.1 100% Admin Plans and Specifications 24 36 24 2 16 16 24 142 $ 15,242.00

9.2 100% Engineer' s Estimate 4 8 2 4 4 22 $ 2,384.00

9.3 100% Final PS&E 16 16 16 2 4 8 62 $ 6,920.00

9.4 Rockwood to Blackwood Additional Potholing/ Design Elements 4 40 120 $ 14,600.00

10. Bid Assistance $ 6,772.00

10.1 Provide responses to bidder's questions 16 8 4 4 4 8 4 4 52 $ 6,772.00

11. Construction Engineering ( CE)$ 15,258.00

11.1 Respond to RFIs and COs. 16 8 4 2 2 6 4 42 $ 5,050.00

11.2 Submittal Review and Response 24 24 4 16 2 8 12 90 $ 10,208.00 LABOR TOTALS 550 436 220.5 110 18 290 20 32 247 164 502 16 62 156 212 80 30 305 40 95 6027 TOTAL TASKS $ 502, 534. 09
Supplemental Survey of Bijou Park Creek ( RTK/Total Station Rental Costs)$ 1,200.00 Phase 1 Environmental Site Assesment - A&M Environmental Services $ 2,300.00 Insite Land Surveys - TerraGraphic Survyor: Supplemental Surveying for All Project Sites, Property Boundary and Easement Surveying for up to three parcels $ 15,000. 00 NHC PCSWMM Model Updates $ 1,000.00
Potholing Contractor ($ 4,000/day for up to 3 days)$ 12,000.00 Cultural Records Search/ Map Production $ 750.00
Mileage/ Travel Tasks 8-15 $ 3,000.00
Report & Plan Production Costs $ 400.00
DIRECT COST TOTALS $ 35,650.00
TOTAL COSTS $ 538, 184. 09
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Amendment No. 3 to Bijou Park Creek Watershed Restoration Project, Phase 2 Engineering Services Professional Services Agreement with Wildscape Engineering, Inc. (C-106-2021)
The Professional Services Agreement entered into on September 7, 2021, between the City of South Lake Tahoe, a municipal corporation (“CITY”) and Wildscape Engineering, Inc. (“CONSULTANT”) is hereby amended as set forth below.

The Contract is hereby revised to add the following,

1. Scope of Services. In addition to the Scope of Services specified within the original Professional Services Agreement, dated September 7, 2021, to the Professional Services Agreement adds the work described within attached Exhibit, Scope for Construction Engineering and Support Services on the Rockwood to Blackwood Drainage Improvement Project, attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.

2. Compensation. Compensation to be paid to the CONSULTANT, is $17,074.42, as described in Exhibit, Scope for Construction Engineering and Support Services on the Rockwood to Blackwood Drainage Improvement Project. In no case shall CONSULTANT compensation for work completed under this Amendment exceed the amended amount of $555,258.51, without written authorization from the CITY. Payment by the CITY under this Agreement shall not be deemed a waiver of defects, even if such defects were known to the CITY at the time of payment.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have caused this Amendment No. 3 to Professional Services Agreement with Wildscape Engineering to be executed on January 14, 2025.

CITY OF SOUTH LAKE TAHOE CONSULTANT
By: __________________________ By: __________________________ Tamara Wallace, Mayor Carol Beahan, P.E. President,
Wildscape Engineering, Inc.

Date: _________________________ Date: _________________________

Business License # 006076
APPROVED AS TO FORM: ATTEST:
_____________________________ __________________________ Heather Stroud, City Attorney Susan Blankenship, City Clerk Exhibit: Scope for Construction Engineering and Support Services on the Rockwood to Blackwood Drainage Improvement Project
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Agenda Item Executive Summary
Joe Irvin, City Manager
__________________________________
Meeting Date: January 14, 2025
Agenda Item #:6
Agenda Item: Transfer of Unclaimed Check Funds
Executive Summary: Staff recommends that City Council pass the resolution authorizing transfer of unclaimed check funds from their respective fund(s) to the General Fund pursuant to California Government Code sections 50050 through 50057. Revenue in 100-01951-36212 Unclaimed Funds account will increase by $555.78.

Requested Action / Suggested Motions: Pass a Resolution authorizing the transfer of unclaimed check funds from their respective fund(s) to the General Fund pursuant to California Government Code sections 50050 through 50057.

Responsible Staff Member: Akemi Nishimura, Accountant I Reviewed and Approved By: Susan Blankenship, City Clerk Olga Tikhomirova, Director of Finance Heather Stroud, City Attorney
Attachments:
01-Staff Reports-Transfer of Unclaimed Check Funds.docx 02-Resolution-Transfer of Unclaimed Check Funds.docx
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City of South Lake Tahoe
Report to City Council
Meeting Date: January 14, 2025
Title: Transfer of Unclaimed Check Funds
Location: Citywide
Responsible Staff Member: Akemi Nishimura, Accountant I Background: On August 3, 2010 the City Council adopted the Unclaimed Checks Policy that was subsequently amended in July 2015, to establish a process to take possession of long-standing unclaimed checks. This policy is required by State Law and was recommended by the City's independent auditors.

Section 50055 of the California Government Code allows for unclaimed checks of less than fifteen (15) dollars, which remained unclaimed for a period of one (1) year to be transferred from the funds which the money was originally drawn from by the City Council to the General Fund without the necessity of publication of a notice in a newspaper.

Section 50050 of the California Government Code allows for unclaimed checks held over three (3) years in a special fund to be transferred to the general fund after notice is published and checks are not claimed, or no verified complaint is filed and served.

Issue and Discussion: Notice was published twice in the Tahoe Daily Tribune on November 8, 2024 and November 15, 2024, as required by section 50050 of the California Government Code for the notification of the unclaimed checks. All claims received before December 23rd, a date not less than forty-five days after the first publication of the notice, were verified and processed as per sections 50051 and 50052 that describes the publication requirements and the claiming process by a party of interest.

Checks on the attached resolution remain outstanding and unclaimed and meet the criteria of sections 50050 and 50055 of the California Government Code that allows the City Council to transfer these funds from their respective funds to the General Fund.

There is no acceptable alternative. Leaving these unclaimed checks on the books as outstanding ties up City funds unnecessarily.

Financial Implications: Revenue in 100-01951-36212 Unclaimed Funds account will increase by $555.78.

Environmental Considerations: The proposed action is not a "project" subject to review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under CEQA Guidelines section 15378(b)(4) (creation of government funding mechanisms or government fiscal activities which do not involve any commitment to any specific project which may result in a potentially significant physical impact on the environment).

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Resolution 2025-XXX
Adopted by the City of South Lake Tahoe
City Council
January 14, 2025
Authorizing the Transfer of Unclaimed Check Funds from their Respective Fund(s) to the General Fund Pursuant to California Government Code Sections 50050 Through 50057

BACKGROUND
A. The checks in Section 1 on the attached list have been outstanding and unclaimed for more than three years and the City has provided public notice as required in California Government Code Sections 50050 and 50051 in addition to following the City’s Unclaimed Check Policy.

B. The checks in Section 2 on the attached list are less than fifteen (15) dollars each and have been outstanding and unclaimed for a period of one year.

C. The City adopts this resolution in accordance with California Government Code sections 50050 through 50057.

BASED ON THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE BACKGROUND, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of South Lake Tahoe:

1. Declares the unclaimed checks on the attached list in the total amount of $555.78 as the property of the City of South Lake Tahoe and authorizes and directs the Director of Finance to transfer the funds in those unclaimed checks from their respective funds to the General Fund’s non-departmental revenue account.

Adopted by the City of South Lake Tahoe City Council on January 14, 2025 by the following vote:

Yes:

No:

Absent:

Abstain:
________________________ Date:_________
Tamara Wallace, Mayor
Attest:
________________________
Susan Blankenship, City Clerk
The presence of electronic signature certifies that the foregoing is a true and correct copy as approved by the South Lake Tahoe City Council.
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Attachment 1
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Agenda Item Executive Summary
Joe Irvin, City Manager
__________________________________
Meeting Date: January 14, 2025
Agenda Item #:7
Agenda Item: Application for Caltrans Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant for Stateline Avenue Complete Streets Project
Executive Summary: The City is pursuing a Complete Streets Plan for Stateline Avenue to provide improved safety for multi-modal access from U.S. Highway 50 and the Heavenly Village tourist core to Lakeshore Boulevard as envisioned in the Mainstreet Management Plan and Tourist Core Area Plan.

The Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant Program is focused on supporting efforts to create safe and reliable multi-modal transportation systems that serve all people and provides environmental benefits.

Requested Action / Suggested Motions: Pass a Resolution authorizing the Director of Public Works (or designee) to submit a grant application to the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) for a planning grant in the amount of $289,000 for stakeholder outreach and planning up to 30% design for a complete streets project on Stateline Avenue.

Responsible Staff Member: Emily Dougherty, Engineering Technician, and Andra Burnam, Office Manager
Reviewed and Approved By: Anush Nejad, Director of Public Works Susan Blankenship, City Clerk Olga Tikhomirova, Director of Finance Heather Stroud, City Attorney Attachments:
01-Staff Report- Stateline Avenue Complete Streets.docx 02-Resolution - Stateline Complete Streets.docx
03-Project Map.pdf
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City of South Lake Tahoe
Report to City Council
Meeting Date: January 14, 2025
Title: Caltrans Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant Application for Stateline Avenue Complete Streets Project
Location: Stateline Area: Generally, the area from U.S. Highway 50 north to Lakeshore Boulevard, bounded by Park Avenue to the west and Stateline Avenue to the east, see Attachment 03–Stateline Avenue Complete Streets Map.

Responsible Staff Member: Emily Dougherty, Engineering Technician, and Andra Burnam, Office Manager
Background: The Caltrans Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant Program released a call for applications in October 2024, with a grant application deadline of January 22, 2025. The Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant Program was created to provide a safe and reliable transportation network that serves all people and respects the environment. California Senate Bill 1 (SB1) is a transportation funding bill that provides funding to maintain and integrate the State’s multi-modal transportation system.

SB 1 grant funding is intended to support the implementation of the Regional Transportation Plan (RTP), Sustainable Communities Strategy (SCS) and ultimately achieve the State’s Greenhouse Gas (GHG) reduction targets. The purpose of the Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant Program is to support eligible planning projects that directly benefit the multi-modal transportation system and also improve public health, social equity, environmental justice, the environment, and provide other important community benefits. The grant is focused on funding Complete Street plans that include community and stakeholder outreach to improve the connectivity of the multimodal transportation network. At this time, the grant is not available to be used for environmental review required under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) or the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), nor is it intended for the development of detailed engineering plans past the 30% conceptual design stage.

On August 23, 2022, City Council appropriated $100,000 for the initiation of the Stateline Avenue Complete Streets Project as part of the City’s adopted Capital Improvement Program.

On September 12, 2023, the City Council adopted an ordinance to allow the Residential Parking Permit Program (RPPP) in the City of South Lake Tahoe (Ordinance 2023-1178). In 2024, the RPPP was approved for the residential areas in Lakeside Area, including Hill Road, Sunrise Lane, Greenwood Road and Azure Avenue.

On June 18, 2024, the City Council adopted Resolution 2024-066 for the reallocation of funds ($152,829) from the Linear Park Bike Path Project to the Stateline Avenue Complete Streets Project and approved a Professional Services Agreement between Lumos & Associates and the City for planning and design feasibility for the Stateline Avenue Complete Streets Project. The scope of 152
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work authorized under this Resolution includes public outreach and agency coordination, constraints analysis, development of conceptual alternatives, and a circulation/parking demand study.

Issue and Discussion: The 2009 Drainage Master Plan identified the longstanding flooding issues at Lakeshore Avenue and Park Avenue as needing a regional drainage facility that could include pedestrian and bike paths. This project was originally intended to be funded through the installation of parking meters at Lakeshore Avenue, but this financial approach to developing and implementing drainage solutions in the area has proved to be challenging. The drainage issues, right of way constraints, parking and lack of streetscape improvements in the area continue to be a barrier to providing a safe and connected network for active mobility for pedestrians, bicyclist and others in this heavily used area within the tourist commercial core. The erodible road shoulders have the potential to impair the clarity of Lake Tahoe and should be addressed under the Lake Tahoe Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) requirements.

There is a notable and widespread lack of pedestrian and cyclist access between US 50 and Lakeshore that potentially create conflicts between various mobility options in this area. Parking is often unstructured, and many areas are bare dirt, creating erosion and sediment issues along with safety and mobility challenges within the area. Underground drainage systems need to be updated, along with water supply and fire flow infrastructure services provided by Lakeside Park Mutual Water Company and Southwest Gas for pressurized gas lines. Many hotels in the area rely on head-in street parking within the public right-of-way, which is often grandfathered in and is required to meet City minimum parking standards. These parking patterns pose a significant design and acquisition challenge to developing multimodal connectivity solutions for pedestrians, cyclists, and micromobility (electric scooter) users, along with the horse-drawn carriages and relatively new shuttles operating in the area.

A conceptual design process will require considerable stakeholder outreach to develop solutions that can accommodate the needs of existing tourism and hotel businesses, residents, and all types of mobility mode users. The Mainstreet Management Plan, 2022 Strategic Advance Workshop, Active Transportation Plan, and recently adopted CIP budget provide support for developing multimodal connectivity solutions in this area, in conjunction with underground utility and drainage upgrades to ensure streetscape improvements have long-term function and durability. The main goal of this grant application is to consider connectivity, access and Active Transportation options for the entire area.
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Unimproved road shoulder on Park Avenue, generating
sediment in runoff
Lack of drainage contributing to pavement degradation at Lakeshore Blvd./Park Ave.

Pedestrians walking around parked cars and in the roadway along Park Avenue
Pedestrians walking in the roadway during winter on Stateline Avenue
Financial Implications: During the adoption of the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) budget on August 23, 2022, the City Council allocated $100,000 for the planning and design of a Complete Streets project for the Stateline Avenue Area. Resolution Number 2024-066 authorized a transfer of $152,189 from the Linear Park Bike Path project to Stateline Complete Streets.

This Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant Program is an opportunity to access additional grant funds of $289,000 to develop conceptual plans, hold community and stakeholder meetings, develop drainage plans, plan for water supply and fire flow replacements in coordination with Lakeside Park Water District and other utility providers and define planned multimodal connectivity improvements for the area that include provisions for drainage, sediment reduction and streetscape improvements within the Stateline Avenue.

Staff is recommending a grant application for $289,000, which includes matching funds of 11.47%, $33,148 to reach 30% design and conceptual level. Other grant funds will be needed to advance the project through environmental, final design and implementation process. Caltrans Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant does not provide funding for these efforts.

Environmental Considerations: The authorization to pursue a grant application for planning and design of a Complete Streets plan is Statutorily Exempt from CEQA under section 15262 (Feasibility and Planning Studies) and Categorically Exempt under section 15305, Class 6 (Information Collection).

Policy Implications: Initiating a grant to fund the necessary community outreach, technical analysis and development of a Complete Streets conceptual plan to connect the Heavenly Village Tourist core to the Lakeside/Stateline area north of U.S. Highway 50 will provide a path to implement improvements for all types of multi-modal transportation in a manner that is safe and accessible to all. Including drainage and water quality needs in the plans will assist with meeting the sediment and nutrient reductions mandated by the Lake Tahoe Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) program.

Fulfilling mandated TMDL reduction goals will assist with maximizing residential housing allocations under TRPA Code section 50.5.2.E.2 (Distribution and Administration of Residential Allocations – 154
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TMDL Implementation). The Project advances the City Council Strategic Priorities and Goals, specifically:
 Action Item 1.4 (Transportation) to prioritize implementation of mixed-use recreational trails and Class 1 bike trails and closing gaps in the bicycle trail system.  Action Item 2.3 (Connectivity) to facilitate implementation of trail infrastructure prioritizing the connection of bicycle and walking trails.
 Action Item 5.3 (Infrastructure and Maintenance) by actively seeking funding to develop sustainable infrastructure projects, based on the prioritized capital improvement project list.

The project will also provide greenhouse gas reduction benefits, providing progress on Action #WB1 of the 2020 Climate Action Plan: Improve bicycle and pedestrian networks. 155
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Resolution 2025-XXX
Adopted by the City of South Lake Tahoe
City Council
January 14, 2025
Authorization to Apply for Caltrans Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant Program for Stateline Complete Streets Project

BACKGROUND
A. The City of South Lake Tahoe is eligible to receive federal and/or State funding for certain transportation planning related plans, through the California Department of Transportation.

B. A Restricted Grant Agreement would be needed to be executed with the California Department of Transportation before such funds can be reimbursed through the Transportation Planning Grant Program.

C. The grant acceptance authorization, request to delegate authorization to execute the Restricted Grant Agreement and any amendments thereto, and request for budget appropriations, including a match of $33,148 will be brought to the City Council upon notification of a grant award.

BASED ON THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE BACKGROUND, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of South Lake Tahoe:

1. Authorizes the Public Works Director, or designee, to submit a grant application; and execute all Restricted Grant Agreements and any amendments thereto with the California Department of Transportation.

2. Commits to the matching funds in the total amount of $33,148, if the grant is awarded.

Adopted by the City of South Lake Tahoe City Council on January 14, 2025, by the following vote:

Yes:

No:

Absent:

Abstain:
________________________ Date:______________
Tamara Wallace, Mayor
Attest:
________________________
Susan Blankenship, City Clerk
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The presence of electronic signature certifies that the foregoing is a true and correct copy as approved by the South Lake Tahoe City Council.
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Agenda Item Executive Summary
Joe Irvin, City Manager
__________________________________
Meeting Date: January 14, 2025
Agenda Item #:8
Agenda Item: Vision Zero Action Plan
Executive Summary: Across the United States, towns and cities are committing to Vision Zero which is a comprehensive strategy to reduce and eventually eliminate crashes that result in fatalities and severe injuries through a data-driven approach that ensures safety for all road users. The City Council adopted the Vision Zero Policy by Resolution in September 2024 committing the City to the overarching goals and policies of Vision Zero (City Council Resolution 2024-108) to show the Cityâ€™s leadership and commitment to the development of this Action Plan. With the adoption of a Resolution by the City Council, the development of the Vision Zero Action Plan commits the City to a fundamental shift in how traffic safety is approached and includes achievable countermeasures and solutions. The draft Vision Zero Action Plan is now ready for discussion and feedback from the City Council for incorporation of any final comments and suggestions prior to adoption.

Requested Action / Suggested Motions: Pass a Motion either: (1) adopting the Vision Zero Action Plan; or (2) directing staff to make changes to the proposed Vision Zero Action Plan to incorporate into the final Vision Zero Action Plan for adoption at a future City Council meeting.

Responsible Staff Member: Emily Dougherty, Engineering Technician Reviewed and Approved By: Anush Nejad, Director of Public Works Susan Blankenship, City Clerk Olga Tikhomirova, Director of Finance Heather Stroud, City Attorney Attachments:
01-Staff_Report-Vision_Zero_Action_Plan.docx
02 Vision Zero Action Plan_Draft.pdf
03 VZAP Presentation.pptx
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Report to City Council
Meeting Date: January 14, 2025
Title: Vision Zero Action Plan
Location: Citywide
Responsible Staff Member: Emily Dougherty, Engineering Technician Background: The purpose of the Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) grant program is to enhance roadway and transportation safety and significantly reduce or eliminate fatalities and serious injuries through the development and implementation of a safety action plan(s) serving the needs of all roadway users including pedestrians, bicyclists, public transportation passengers, motorists, personal conveyance, micro-mobility users and commercial vehicle operators. The City of South Lake Tahoe’s Vision Zero Action Plan (VZAP) application was selected for funding, and the grant agreement with the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) was executed on June 20, 2023, in accordance with City Council Resolution 2022-115, appointing the Public Works Director as agent to execute all agreement and documentation associated with the grant. The City’s Vision Zero Action plan follows the TRPA Vision Zero Action plan that was adopted recently for the Tahoe Basin.

Issue and Discussion: The SS4A program provides funding for two types of grants: Action Plan Grants (for comprehensive safety action plans) and Implementation Grants. Action Plan Grants are used to develop, complete, or supplement a comprehensive safety action plan. An Action Plan is the foundation of the SS4A grant program and is required to obtain future implementation funding. The goal of a Vision Zero Action Plan is to develop a holistic, welldefined strategy to prevent roadway fatalities and serious injuries in a locality, Tribe, or region.

Staff has worked with various City departments and related agencies to set up a Task Force and has held two public meetings for community feedback on the development of the Vision Zero Action Plan. The City Council adopted the Vision Zero Policy by Resolution in September 2024 committing the City to the overarching goals and policies of the Vision Zero Action Plan (City Council Resolution 2024-108) to show the City’s leadership and commitment to the development of this Action Plan, which is a requirement of the SS4A Grant Program. Staff has also provided a presentation to the Parks and Recreation Commission regarding the Vision Zero goals and has received input from the Commission.

This Action Plan builds upon the momentum already created, intending to increase the number of completed projects and decrease the number of fatalities and severe injuries. The Vision Zero Action Plan lists new projects based on evolving needs and information as well as completed projects and progress made to date related to traffic safety that will continue to be addressed.

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achieving Vision Zero with short-term, medium-term, and long-term completion goals. Each step is assigned a specific timeline and performance metric to track and evaluate progress as Vision Zero necessitates structured action while allowing for a practical approach with incremental improvements over time. The actions outlined in this Action Plan will undergo continuous evaluation and refinement, with successful execution dependent on funding availability.

Three examples of the proposed Vision Zero Projects and Implementation Actions include:
 A Citywide Sign Inventory, Retro-reflectivity, and Upgrade Project  Development of a Complete Streets Policy and Design Standards  Development and Maintenance of an Active Transportation Plan (Pedestrian/Bicyclist and non-motorized vehicle).

The Vision Zero Action Plan will be treated as a dynamic, living document. A thorough evaluation of the effectiveness of implemented strategies will be essential for informing future updates and engaging key stakeholders through the Task Force and public outreach efforts will be crucial to gathering feedback and identifying areas for improvement or modification.

Based on Council decision, the Council can either adopt the plan as presented or direct staff to incorporate any comments and finalize the Draft Vision Zero Action Plan (Attachment 02) and bring back to the Council at the next available meeting for final adoption.

Financial Implications: With an adopted Vision Zero Action Plan, the City will be eligible to apply for funding from a variety of sources including federal and state grants to support safety improvements. As noted in City Council Resolution 2022-115, a total of $250,000 ($200,000 in grant funds, and $50,000 in match) was loaded into account number 301-50049 specific to the Vision Zero Action Plan Development.

The neighborhood calming, ADA compliance and other active transportation and safety improvement project CIP accounts already funded will enable to City to pursue the goals of the Vision Zero Action Plan, with grants being pursued to continually work toward the objectives of the Vision Zero Policy Resolution 2024-108. The Vision Zero Action Plan commits the City to pursue proactive safety upgrades, including funding for future implantation projects, with emphasis on grant funding for these projects.

Environmental Considerations: This action is Statutorily Exempt under CEQA Guidelines section 15262 for Feasibility and Planning Studies.

Policy Implications: The Vision Zero Action Plan is identified in the 2023-2028 Strategic Plan Update under Goal 4.2 Action Item 3 (Capitalize on grant funding and development projects to enhance city infrastructure projects that improve the quality of life, recreational experience, and climate resiliency for residents and visitors). Adoption of the Vision Zero Resolution and development of the Action Plan will focus on obtaining grant funding to complete the actions included in the Vision Zero Plan. The proposed action also directly supports Goal 5.5 (Fiscal Sustainability and Resiliency) through a successful grant application and project management to supplement local public funds. It would also improve City’s chances of obtaining additional SS4A grants.
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Every month, at least one person is killed or severely injured on the streets of South Lake Tahoe.

Recognizing the urgent need for change, the City Council took decisive action on September 24, 2024, by adopting a resolution that declared South Lake Tahoe a “Vision Zero City.” This resolution marked a commitment to eliminate severe traffic injuries and fatalities by 2035. The City Council directed staff to develop a Vision Zero Action Plan, empowered the City Manager to take the necessary steps to achieve these goals, and designated the Task Force to provide recommendations on this initiative.

This Vision Zero Action Plan (VZAP) was developed to help South Lake Tahoe reach this ambitious target.

Using historical crash data, the VZAP identifies the factors contributing to severe injuries and fatalities and proposes proven safety measures and projects to address these issues through a Safe System approach.

Vision Zero operates on the principle that traffic crashes are not simply "accidents" but are preventable incidents that must be systematically addressed.

With this initiative, the City and its partners are committed to collaborating on a comprehensive, datadriven process to make streets safer and reduce the number of severe traffic incidents to zero. The Vision Zero approach emphasizes proactive and systemic improvements, going beyond individual problem spots to create a safer, more sustainable transportation environment.

Achieving this ambitious goal requires a multidisciplinary effort, with stakeholders coming together to assess data in new ways and prioritize resources—both financial and human—to enhance transportation safety throughout South Lake Tahoe.

This report is dedicated to the
17 people who lost their lives
in City of South Lake Tahoe
from 2014 to 2023.

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ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
South Lake Tahoe’s Vision Zero Action Plan (VZAP) is the culmination of the collaborative efforts of a diverse group of stakeholders committed to ensuring that no person loses their life or suffers from a severe injury on our roadways. We acknowledge the active contributions of task force members and community members during the development of this Action Plan and towards the City’s other efforts to create safer streets and neighborhoods. We thank the City of South Lake Tahoe staff and the Vision Zero Task Force Members for guiding the Vision Zero planning. Your input and feedback have been essential in aligning this action plan to the aspirations and needs of residents of South Lake Tahoe.

Note: Throughout this plan, reference to the “City” refers to the South Lake Tahoe government.

City Staff
Anush A. Nejad, P.E., Director of Public Works
Jason Burke, Complete Street Program Manager
Emily Dougherty, Engineering Technician
Council Members
Tamara Wallace, Mayor
Cody Bass
Scott Robbins
David Jinkens
Keith Roberts
Task Force Members
Mike Shami P.E, PMP, Safety Operations,
California Division, Federal Highway
Administration
Mary Bokova, Traffic Safety Engineers, Office of
Safety Programs/Caltrans
Robert Peterson, Office Chief, Office of Federal
Programs/Caltrans
Angie Reagan, Representative, Access Tahoe
Lt. Scott Crivelli, Lieutenant, Police Department
Sean Colt, Coordinator for Risk and Safety, Lake
Tahoe Unified School District
Antonio Benitez, Director of College Promise,
Lake Tahoe Community College
Laura Salinas, Director of Equity, Lake Tahoe
Community College
Karen Goldberg, Director, South Lake Tahoe
Family Resource Center
Carre Chapman, Program Manager, Tahoe
Coalition for the Homeless
Father Joseph Sebastian, St. Theresa's Church
Jim Drennan, Fire Chief, South Lake Tahoe Fire
Rescue
Anna Kashuba, Assistant Planner, Development
Services, City of South Lake Tahoe
Rachel Shaw, Associate Transportation Planner,
Tahoe Regional Planning Agency
Kira Smith, Senior Transportation Planner, Tahoe
Regional Planning Agency
Nick Speal, Board Member, Bicycle Advisory
Committee
Amanda Milici, Board Member, Lake Tahoe
Bicycle Coalition
Hilary Roverud, Assistant City Manager, City of
South Lake Tahoe
Ruta Jariwala, Principal Planner, TKJM
TJKM Staff
Ruta Jariwala, Project Manager
Himangi Mutha, Transportation Planner
Prepared by:

Ruta Jariwala, PE,TE
Professional Civil Engineer &
Project Manager, TJKM Inc.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

APPENDICES
A CALL TO ACTION TO MAKE SOUTH LAKE TAHOE'S STREETS SAFER .....................................................................17 ABOUT VISION ZERO...................................................................................................................................................................18 INCORPORATING SAFE SYSTEM APPROACH.....................................................................................................................22 WHY DO WE NEED VISION ZERO?.........................................................................................................................................25 VISION ZERO STATEMENT..........................................................................................................................................................30 BACKGROUND................................................................................................................................................................................32 ALIGNING EXISTING IMPROVEMENTS WITH VISION ZERO.........................................................................................42 DATA-DRIVEN APPROACH ........................................................................................................................................................54 EQUITY................................................................................................................................................................................................64 HIGH INJURY NETWORK ...........................................................................................................................................................68 COUNTERMEASURE TOOLBOX AND COLLISION PROFILES ........................................................................................70 ACTION PLAN.................................................................................................................................................................................94 IMPLEMENTATION ACTIONS.................................................................................................................................................... 99 FUNDING AND IMPLEMENTATION .....................................................................................................................................122 MONITORING & EVALUATION...............................................................................................................................................126 Appendix A: Goals and Policies of Existing Planning Documents Appendix B: Public Comments with Map Input Data
Appendix C: Crash Data & Analysis
Appendix D: Countermeasure Tool Box
Appendix E: Safety Projects
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GLOSSARY
ACS - American Community Survey: A U.S. Census survey that helps local officials, community leaders, and businesses understand the changes taking place in their communities.

ADT – Average Daily Traffic: Refers to vehicle traffic volumes.

ATP – Active Transportation Plan.

BCR – Benefit-Cost Ratio: Indicator used to quantify project benefits about project costs.

CIP – Capital Improvement Plan.

Crash Data – Information collected about crashes, including location, time, causes, and outcomes, is used to identify patterns and improve safety measures.

Crash Severity – Defined as the intensity of crashes typically in the following categories: killed, severe injury, other visible injury, complaint of pain, and property damage only (PDO). These are terms used in the report to address injury crashes.

Complete Streets – Streets designed and operated to enable safe, attractive, and comfortable access and travel for all users, including pedestrians, bicyclists, motorists, and transit riders of all ages and abilities.

CRF – Crash Reduction Factor: The percentage of the expected effect of a countermeasure or safety project to decrease crashes.

Driver Behavior – Actions and reactions of drivers, which can impact road safety, such as speeding, distracted driving, or driving under the influence.

EMS – Emergency Medical Services.

FHWA – Federal Highway Administration: The federal agency responsible for managing the nation’s highway system, including bridges and tunnels.

First Harmful Event – First event that resulted in injury, fatality, or property damage during a traffic collision.

High-Injury Network (HIN) - A network of streets identified through crash data analysis as having the highest concentration of severe and killed traffic injuries.

KSI – Killed and Severe Injury crashes. Killed and severe injuries are similar to fatal and severe injury crashes.

NHTSA – National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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Pedestrian Safety – Measures and design elements aimed at protecting pedestrians from traffic-related injuries and fatalities.

Primary Contributing Factor – Defined as contributing causes of crashes.

RRFB - Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon.

Safe Routes to School (SRTS) – Programs and infrastructure improvements designed to make it safer and easier for children to walk and bike to school.

Traffic Fatality – A death resulting from injuries sustained in a motor vehicle crash.

Traffic Enforcement – Actions taken by law enforcement to ensure compliance with traffic laws, including issuing citations for speeding, running red lights, or other violations.

TMPO - Tahoe Metropolitan Planning Organization
TRPA - Tahoe Regional Planning Agency
Vision Zero – A strategy to eliminate all traffic fatalities and severe injuries, while increasing safe, healthy, and equitable mobility for all.

Walkability – The measure of how friendly an area is to walking, considering factors such as the presence of sidewalks, safety, and accessibility of destinations.

Zero Traffic Deaths – The ultimate goal of Vision Zero initiatives, is to eliminate fatalities caused by traffic crashes.
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VISION ZERO POLICY

RESOLUTION
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RESOLUTION
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VISION ZERO TASK FORCE
The development of the South Lake Tahoe Vision Zero Action Plan has been a collaborative endeavor, benefiting greatly from the involvement of a diverse group of stakeholders. It would not be as robust or reflective of community needs without the participation of a wide range of stakeholders.

As part of the City’s Vision Zero initiative, a multidisciplinary Task Force was convened to incorporate the unique perspectives of a variety of stakeholders and guide the development of the Action Plan. The active participation of community members in virtual and in-person community meetings was crucial in ensuring the plan's comprehensiveness and responsiveness to the community's needs. We extend our heartfelt appreciation to these individuals for their invaluable input, which has played a vital role in successfully creating the South Lake Tahoe Vision Zero Action Plan. We would also like to express our gratitude to the City’s staff and other stakeholders for their contributions throughout this process. Their feedback has been instrumental in aligning the plan with local priorities, policies, and existing programs.

Task Force members including local government agencies and partner organizations, such as:
• City of South Lake Tahoe
• Development Services
• Police Department
• South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue
• Bicycle Advisory Committee (BAC)
• Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD)
• Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC)
• Tahoe Regional Planning Agency
• Lake Tahoe Bicycle Coalition
• Access Tahoe
• Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless
• Office of Safety Programs/Caltrans
• Office of Federal Programs/Caltrans
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LETTER FROM THE MAYOR & CITY

MANAGER
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Killed and Serious Injury (KSI) Crashes in South Lake Tahoe, 2014-2023 174
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SAFE STREETS FOR ALL ACTION

PLAN REQUIREMENTS
Safe Streets for All (SS4A) is a discretionary program established through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which appropriated $5 billion in funding between 2022 through 2026. The SS4A program supports planning, demonstration activities, and implementing projects and strategies to eliminate fatalities and severe injuries on our roadways. This Vision Zero Action Plan (VZAP) outlines South Lake Tahoe’s approach and actions toward this objective. The City will seek SS4A funding for demonstration and implementation projects and strategies identified in this plan that were developed after careful consideration of crash data, public inputs, equity, and existing policies. The Action Plan lays the foundation for the Vision Zero Task Force, a partnership between departments and agencies responsible for safety on South Lake Tahoe’s roadways, that will monitor and guide the implementation of Vision Zero activities. The following table lists how this plan meets the SS4A requirements for an Vision Zero Action Plan.

Action Plan Components Page Number Section
Leadership Commitment
& Goal Setting Page 28 & 29 • Vision Statement
• Setting up a Task Force Team
Planning Structure Page 53 & 62 • Community Engagement
• Data Collection & Analysis
Safety Analysis Page 62 & 70 • Data-Driven Approach
• Collision Profiles
Engagement and Collaboration Page 53 • Community Engagement Policy and Process Changes Page 103, 118, 120,
125, 127 & 129
• Action Plan
• Transportation Technology
• Educational Programs
• Traffic Enforcement Program
• Vision Zero
Strategy and Project Selections Page 103 & 108 • Action Plan • Implementable Actions
Progress and Transparency Page 53, 57, 58 & 108
• Project Website
• Regular Task Force Meetings/Project
Timeline
• Monitoring Implementation
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A CALL TO ACTION TO MAKE

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE'S STREETS
SAFER
Between 2014 and 2023, 17 people lost their lives and 49 people were severely injured on South Lake Tahoe streets. Nearly half of those crashes involved people either biking or walking. This includes residents from all neighborhoods in South Lake Tahoe and visitors alike. These injuries resulted in a tragic personal loss for family and friends and significantly impacted the South Lake Tahoe community.

During 2014 and 2023, KSI (Killed or Seriously Injured) crashes showed moderate fluctuations, with notable peaks in 2018 and 2022. Crashes involving pedestrians and cyclists spiked in 2018, which saw three pedestrian and four bicycle KSI crashes. While overall KSI crashes decreased during the COVID pandemic in 2020 and 2022, they are now returning to pre-pandemic levels. It is crucial for the City to take action to protect all road users, particularly the most vulnerable. The City’s transportation planning efforts have made progress, but more still needs to be done to address safety in South Lake Tahoe.

In 2022, City staff acknowledged the ongoing need for safety investments and pledged to support Vision Zero through a dedicated plan aimed at the total elimination of traffic fatalities across all transportation modes. On September 24, 2024, the City Council adopted the Vision Zero Policy, committing to reduce killed and serious injury crashes to zero by 2035.

Between 2014 and 2023, the percentage of pedestrians involved in traffic crashes that led to fatality was 53%.

KSI Crashes by Mode, 2014-2023 - City Streets and State Routes Crashes by Mode, 2014-2023
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ABOUT VISION ZERO
WHAT IS VISION ZERO?

VISION ZERO IS A STRATEGY TO ELIMINATE ALL TRAFFIC

FATALITIES AND SEVERE INJURIES WHILE INCREASING
SAFE, HEALTHY, AND EQUITABLE MOBILITY.

Vision Zero is a heartfelt belief that no one should be killed or severely injured while traveling along, across, or around our streets and roadways. In thinking about our own family and circle of friends, we would not want any of them to be seriously injured or killed; and so the only acceptable value is zero.

Recognizing that everyone is someone's friend or family member, the idea that no one should be severely injured or killed can, and should, be extended to everyone who travels.

VISION ZERO IS A SIGNIFICANT DEPARTURE FROM THE STATUS QUO IN SEVERAL WAYS:

Vision Zero acknowledges that traffic deaths and serious injuries are preventable, and it sets a goal of eliminating them in an established time frame with clear, measurable strategies.

Vision Zero starts with the ethical belief that everyone has the right to move safely in their communities.

Everyone must consider it in its entirety to achieve a safe transportation system.

Vision Zero believes that safe transportation systems and related policies should be designed to prevent those inevitable mistakes from resulting in life-altering injuries or deaths.

Vision Zero is a multidisciplinary approach that brings together diverse stakeholders to address the complex traffic safety problem.

Vision Zero Action Plan (VZAP) acknowledges that many factors contribute to safe mobility – including roadway design, speed, enforcement, behavior change, technology, and policies – and sets clear strategies to achieve the shared goal of zero fatalities and serious injuries.

This is a fundamental shift from a traditional approach to traffic safety that accepts the loss of life as inevitable and unpreventable. Vision Zero requires a comprehensive approach to achieve safe roads, speeds, vehicles, road users, and post-crash care.
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Vision Zero began in Sweden in 1997 when the country's Parliament adopted a national transportation policy that “the long-term goal of traffic safety is that nobody shall be killed or seriously injured as a consequence of traffic crashes.” Since 2014, Vision Zero has been building momentum in the United States. Starting with New York, Vision Zero policies have spread across American cities, adopted in places like Chicago, Seattle, San Francisco, and Los Angeles. As of November 2020, the Vision Zero approach has been adopted by about 50 American cities. The figure below shows a map of Vision Zero Communities in the country that have adopted Vision Zero.

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CRASHES BY MODE ON STATE ROUTES AND CITY STREETS

SHARE OF VICTIM WHO WERE KILLED OR SERIOUSLY INJURED BY MODE 48 (13%)
Other Motor Vehicle Pedestrian Bicycle
KSI Not KSI
KSI

CRASHES
KILLED

CRASHES
INJURY

CRASHES
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17 COLLISIONS
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COLLISIONS
Note: The percentages on the pie charts above corresponds to the graph on page 24.

Note: Motorcycle KSI crashes=15, Bicycle KSI crashes=13, Pedestrian KSI crashes=16 13 (20%)
09 (53%)
16 (24%) 05
(29%)
03 (18%)
45 (12%)
280
(75%)
37 (56%)
243
(87%)
37 (13%)
35 (73%)
13 (27%)
29 (64%)
16 (36%)
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Reaching zero deaths requires implementating a Safe System approach, founded on the principles that humans make mistakes and that human bodies have limited ability to tolerate crash impacts. In a Safe System, those mistakes should never lead to death. Applying the Safe System approach involves anticipating human mistakes by designing and managing road infrastructure to keep the risk of a mistake low. When a mistake leads to a crash, the impact on the human body does not result in a fatality or serious injury. Road design and management should encourage safe speeds and manipulate appropriate crash angles to reduce injury severity.

Six principles form the basis of the Safe System approach:
• Deaths and serious injuries are unacceptable.
• Humans make mistakes.
• Humans are vulnerable.
• Responsibility is shared.
• Safety is proactive.
• Redundancy is crucial.

Committing zero traffic deaths means addressing all aspects of safety through the following five Safe System elements that, together, create a holistic approach with layers of protection for road users:
• SAFE ROAD USERS - The Safe System approach addresses the safety of all road users, including those who walk, bike, drive, ride transit, and travel by other modes. • SAFE VEHICLES - Vehicles are designed and regulated to minimize the occurrence and severity of crashes using safety measures that incorporate the latest technology.

INCORPORATING SAFE SYSTEM

APPROACH
The Safe System approach requires a supporting safety culture that places safety first and foremost in road system investment decisions.

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• SAFE SPEEDS - Humans are unlikely to survive high-speed crashes. Reducing speeds can accommodate human injury tolerances in three ways: reducing impact forces, providing additional time for drivers to stop, and improving visibility.
• SAFE ROADS - Designing to accommodate human mistakes and injury tolerances can significantly reduce the severity of crashes that do occur. Examples include physically separating people traveling at different speeds, providing dedicated times for different users to move through a space, and alerting users to hazards and other road users.
• POST-CRASH CARE - When a person is injured in a crash, they rely on emergency first responders to quickly locate them, stabilize their injury, and transport them to medical facilities. Post-crash care also includes forensic analysis at the crash site, traffic incident management, and other activities. It can also include healthcare providers sharing anonymous emergency response data about crash victims that may not have been reported to law enforcement with local agencies that can help better identify crash trends, audiences for focused community engagement, or social needs like car seats and bicycle helmets.
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In 2021, the estimated population of South Lake Tahoe was 21,3551. From 2000 to 2021, the United States road network experienced an average of approximately 34,877 fatalities per year, equivalent to 1.63 times the population of South Lake Tahoe. Several thousands of additional crashes occur that lead to lifealtering conditions for many Americans. We as a society have become accustomed to this tragedy and consider these horrific events inevitable side effects of our modern life. We call them “accidents”, which is defined as “an unfortunate incident that happens unexpectedly and unintentionally, typically resulting in damage or injury” or “an event that happens by chance or that is without apparent or deliberate cause.” The term also implies that no one is at fault or to blame, but the event may have been caused by unrecognized or unaddressed risks.

The more appropriate term to use is “crash” or “collision,” which is the physical and violent interaction between an object moving at speed and another object, whether moving or stationary. It is an event of the laws of physics, and the human body is not designed to withstand the forces of crashes. Unfortunately we have excellent data from emergency rooms regarding the trauma that crash victims suffer and the likelihood of a person surviving the crash, given the speed of the crash.

The significant loss of life exacts a tragic toll, extending beyond personal loss to profound community impacts, including personal economic costs and emotional trauma to those suffering, and significant taxpayer spending on emergency response and long-term healthcare costs. Because so many fear for their safety on our streets, there is no true freedom of mobility, and, as a result, we compromise our public health with increasing rates of sedentary diseases and higher carbon emissions.

In recent years, there has been a growing recognition that crashes are not just accidents but preventable incidents. South Lake Tahoe is rightfully concerned about the safety of all roadway users, with vulnerable users (such as pedestrians and cyclists) representing 25 percent (92 crashes) of total involvement and 44 percent (29 crashes) of those resulting in fatality or severe injury crashes. 1 US Census Quick Facts – South Lake Tahoe City, California. https://datausa.io/profile/geo/south-lake-tahoe-ca?redirect=true#:~:text=In%202021%2C%20 South%20Lake%20Tahoe,%2457%2C976%2C%20a%209.66%25%20increase WHY DO WE NEED VISION ZERO?
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By adopting the Vision Zero Action Plan, South Lake Tahoe will prioritize the safety of all roadway users by creating safe and livable streets, improving infrastructure, reducing speed limits, increasing public education and awareness, and enforcing traffic laws.

Most Vulnerable Travelers (Crash data from 2014 to 2023) is retrieved from the crash database system, SWIRTS and CROSSROADS. This graphic is not to scale.

Pedestrian and Bicyclists are involved in 25 percent of all Crashes, but account for 44 percent of serious injuries of fatalities on both the City Streets and State Routes.

CRASHES BY MODE OBSERVED IN CITY STREETS AND STATE ROUTES Percentage of Total Crashes in South Lake Tahoe by Mode (Observed on both City Streets and State Routes)
Note: Pedestrian crashes=16, Bicycle crashes=13, Motorcycle crashes=15, Other Motor Vehicle crashes=22 13% 20%
24%
12%
75% 56%

ALL CRASHES KSI CRASHES
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SPEED KILLS
A significant component of Vision Zero is the recognition that speed kills. Research compiled by the U.S.

Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) shows that the likelihood of fatality is five percent for a pedestrian struck by a vehicle traveling at 20 miles per hour, but the likelihood increases to 40 percent at 30 miles per hour and 100 percent at 50 miles per hour.

By designing our streets differently, we can lower the speeds at which vehicles travel to help reduce the severity of injuries. Street design changes, combined with public education and targeted enforcement efforts, have the potential to significantly reduce the number of people seriously injured or killed on City streets and State Routes.

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VISION ZERO STATEMENT
The Vision Zero Task Force met is 2024 to develop a vision statement and guiding principles to frame the development and implementation of the Vision Zero Action Plan. These principles form the foundation on which the City will conduct its Vision Zero work.

VISION STATEMENT
Traffic safety impacts our community, neighborhoods, health, and the City’s livability. No level of fatality or serious injury is acceptable on our streets because crashes are preventable incidents that can be addressed through improved transportation infrastructure and programming. The City’s Vision Zero Action Plan is a community-driven and data-driven initiative to eliminate preventable traffic fatalities and serious injuries by 2035.

GUIDING PRINCIPLES
Vision Zero is guided by several critical principles designed to create a transportation system without fatalities or serious injuries. Here are the City’s guiding principles of Vision Zero Action Plan:

1. Human Life and Health Are Paramount: The fundamental principle of Vision Zero Action Plan is that human safety, life, and health take priority over all other considerations in the transportation system.

Safety is not just one of the goals but the primary objective. Based on this value, we will evaluate trade-offs and make proactive and reactive decisions about street design.

2. Traffic Deaths and Injuries Are Preventable: Vision Zero Action Plan operates on the belief that traffic-related fatalities and severe injuries are not accidents but preventable unacceptable crashes.

These crashes can be prevented by addressing the root causes, such as road design, vehicle technology, and user behavior.

3. Human Error is Inevitable and Expected: People will make mistakes. The transportation system should be designed to be forgiving and accommodate human error. Recognizing that people will make mistakes, the system should ensure that such errors do not result in severe injuries or fatalities.

We will not victim-blame but seek to understand and respond compassionately and objectively.

4. Slower streets are safer: Mobility is the safe and efficient movement of people and goods through transportation. We will design, construct, and operate our streets for slower speeds to eliminate all killed and severe injury crashes and protect our most vulnerable street users. 189
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5. Safety is a Shared Responsibility: Everyone involved in the transportation system, including policymakers, engineers, vehicle manufacturers, and road users, shares responsibility for safety.

Collaboration across sectors and disciplines is essential to achieving Vision Zero Action Plan goals.

6. Systemic and Holistic Approach: Vision Zero advocates for a comprehensive and systemic approach to road safety. This includes considering all aspects of the transportation system—road design, vehicle technology, laws and regulations, enforcement, and public education. It also requires a holistic approach to land use and transportation, including policy analysis and changes at the local and regional levels.

7. Data-Driven Decision Making: Effective Vision Zero strategies rely on accurate and comprehensive data to identify high-risk locations, behaviors, and populations. Data is used to prioritize interventions, allocate resources, and measure progress.

8. Equity and Inclusivity: Vision Zero emphasizes the importance of equity and inclusivity in transportation planning and safety efforts. Vulnerable road users, such as pedestrians, cyclists, children, older adults, and people with disabilities, should be given special consideration. Efforts should be made to ensure that all communities, especially those historically underserved, benefit from safety improvements.

9. Proactive vs. Reactive Measures: Vision Zero encourages proactive measures to prevent crashes before they occur, rather than reacting to crashes after they happen. Crash data reveals where the risk of being killed and seriously injured in crashes has manifested. A proactive crash risk assessment identifies and prioritizes those locations where risk exists but crash experience has yet to materialize.

This involves anticipating potential hazards and addressing them through design and policy.

10. Sustainable and Healthy Communities: Vision Zero aligns with broader goals of creating sustainable and healthy communities. Safe streets promote walking, cycling, and public transportation, contributing to public health, environmental sustainability, and overall quality of life.

South Lake Tahoe’s response will utilize proven safety countermeasures coupled with innovative strategies.

We will perform annual monitoring, reporting, and evaluation through an equity lens. We will communicate clearly what resources are necessary to achieve Vision Zero, why street design modifications that will help Vision Zero goals are proposed, and the basis for prioritizing competing improvements. By adhering to these guiding principles, the City aims to create a transportation system that prioritizes safety, reduces traffic-related fatalities and injuries to zero, and fosters a culture of shared responsibility and proactive prevention.
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BACKGROUND

BUILDING ON EXISTING EFFORTS
This Vision Zero Action Plan builds upon existing safety-focused planning and actions undertaken in South Lake Tahoe. Over the years, the City has proactively improved roadway safety through planning, projects, and programs. The City’s informal neighborhood traffic calming initiative encourages residents to propose locations that can benefit from traffic calming. This helps the City to proactively identify locations with safety risks and improve safety before they lead to a KSI crash. The City has prioritized and successfully built multimodal projects that include sidewalk and intersection improvements, bike lanes, and shared-use paths through capital improvement programs. These projects were identified as part of several planning efforts in the City, including the General Plan (2011), Tourist Core Area Plan (2013), and Parks, Trails, And Recreation System Master Plan (2015). Most recently, the City was part of Caltrans’s Road Safety Audit along US-50 and SR-89 that run through South Lake Tahoe.

The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) recently adopted a Vision Zero Strategy (2024) to reach Vision Zero on roadways in the Tahoe Basin by 2050, building upon its earlier Road Safety Strategy (2019). This adopted strategy, building on TRPA’s most recent Regional Transportation Plan (2020), Active Transportation Plan (2018), and Transportation Equity Study (2023), used a data-driven and communityengaged planning process to identify policy strategies and projects to prioritize safety in the Tahoe Basin.

TRPA collaborates with community partners to organize events and campaigns like Tahoe Bike Month in July each year with the Lake Tahoe Bicycle Coalition, “Take it Slow, Tahoe” campaign in 2022 with Take Care Tahoe to create awareness among drivers, and bike rodeos as part of the Safe Routes to School program.

The City actively participates in these events.

The Plans, programs and projects reviewed as part of this Vision Zero Action Plan are listed in the following sections. Policy and strategy recommendations in the Vision Zero Action Plan are consistent with the City’s and region's long-term planning vision. The safety projects identified in the Vision Zero Action Plan are consistent with local and regional goals and standards. Appendix A lists and summarizes the relevant policies and projects of all the documents reviewed.
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VISION ZERO ALIGNS WITH CITY’S PLANS AND PROGRAMS

NEIGHBORHOOD

TRAFFIC CALMING

INITIATIVE
The City of South Lake Tahoe
responds to requests for traffic
calming from residents through
appropriate street design
interventions to slow down
traffic, that have been installed
as part of this initiative. The City
has received requests for traffic
calming stop control measures,
enhanced traffic signage, speed
humps, and changes in speed
limits, residential parking permits,
and cut-through traffic from
residents. The requests under
this program highlight safety
concerns that are of interest to
Vision Zero planning in terms
of both potential locations and
projects. Vision Zero efforts
consider these in evaluating
safety and examining the safety
countermeasures for South Lake
Tahoe. The VZAP enables the City
to formalize a countermeasure
toolbox to include traffic calming
measures that can be used
to create safer neighborhood
streets.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE

CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT

PROGRAM
South Lake Tahoe’s (SLT) Capital
Improvement Program (CIP) is
facilitated by the City’s Public
Works Department to construct,
maintain, repair, and rehabilitate
the City’s infrastructure, facilities,
and specialized equipment.

Usually these CIP projects are
generally one-time projects
unrelated to maintenance,
have an assessed value of over
$50,000, and have an expected
life span of five or more years.

The CIP is updated annually
and is considered to have a
five-year horizon. The current
CIP considers 2024 to 2028 and
includes approximately $46
million in planned transportation
projects.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE

CONSTRUCTION UPDATE
2023
The South Lake Tahoe
Construction Update provides
a summary of the 14 projects
that are either currently under
construction or have been
completed. Seven safety-related
projects totaling $26.2 million
have been completed. The other
seven are in different planning and
construction stages, of which five
of those considered part of the
CIP projects. The list of projects
is available in the Appendix A.

The planned projects have been
considered for their potential
to improve safety on the City’s
roadways while preparing the
Vision Zero Action Plan.
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ADA TITLE II

SELF-EVALUATION AND

TRANSITIONS PLAN
(2023)

PARKS, TRAILS, AND

RECREATION SYSTEM
MASTER PLAN (2015)
The Americans with Disability
Act (ADA) provides rights and
protections to individuals
with disabilities in the areas
of employment, public
accommodations, state and
local government services, and
telecommunications. Streets,
including sidewalks, intersections,
and bus stops, fall under the
Title II provisions of ADA. The
City of South Lake Tahoe’s
ADA Title II Self-Evaluation and
Transition Plan was conducted
to assess existing accessibility
conditions on public buildings,
parks, and the public right-ofway, identify existing barriers to access, and identify solutions.

It also creates an action list for
improving accessibility and
identifies personnel responsible
for implementing each item,
along with a timeline for
implementation. The Plan is still
under development and includes
The Parks, Trails and Recreation
System Master Plan is a joint
effort by the City and El Dorado
County to coordinate efforts
toward improving recreational
facilities services. The Plan
preserves built and natural
environments for recreation and
seeks to achieve bicycle and
pedestrian safety in the trails
system through construction
and maintenance of bike and
multi-use trails, and ensuring
connectivity and access. The Plan
identifies deficiencies that can
be fixed in the short-term and
in the long-term. The VZAP will
contribute to the safety of the
parks and trails system in South
Lake Tahoe.
an accessibility review for 19.52
miles of sidewalks and trails, 532
curb ramps, 25 transit stops, and
33 signalized intersections.
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The 2030 General Plan defines
the long-term vision for South
Lake Tahoe, to preserve the
City’s status as the economic and
social heart of the Lake Tahoe
Basin while addressing growth
related needs of the residents
and visitors sustainability. The
plan includes vision, goals and
strategies for five elements
namely: land use and community,
economic development, housing,
transportation and circulation,
public/quasi-public facilities and
services, recreation and open
space, and health and public
safety element. The General
Plan emphasis development of
complete neighborhoods that
are compact, mixed-use, and
well connected through all-year
sidewalks. The transportation
and circulation element seeks
to create multimodal corridor
in the City through expansion
and interlinking of bicycle,
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pedestrian, transit and water
transit services. The element
also provides general street and
network design standards for the
City. The Plan includes policies
that enhance safety including
creating a safe route to school
program, bike and pedestrian
network improvements, and
traffic calming. Many of the
recommendations of the plan
have implemented since its
adoption. The plan continues to
provide a general direction for
addressing safety in South Lake
Tahoe for this VZAP.

TOURIST CORE AREA

PLAN, CITY OF SOUTH
LAKE TAHOE (2013)
The Tourist Core Area Plan creates
a vision of the future for part of
City in the Tahoe Basin, centered
on US-50 and Ski Run Boulevard
from Fairway Avenue to the
California-Nevada Stateline. As an
individual area plan created under
the 2012 Regional Transportation
Plan, the plan meets the special
needs of the region that is a
popular tourist destination. The
plan summarizes the existing
conditions, and envisions a
multimodal, sustainable, mixeduse “Tourist Core.” The proposed improvements develop bicycle
and pedestrian infrastructure
through safety enhancing
measures like protected and
separated bike lanes, pedestrian
streets with low speeds, reduced
pedestrian-traffic points of
conflicts. The VZAP will focus on
improving safety for all road users
in tourist areas of the City and
follow the policies and projects
of this plan.
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TRPA’s Vision Zero Strategy
follows the principle of zero
KSI on roadways to present
a strategy for the Lake
Tahoe Region. The region
experienced 41 fatalities and
183 serious injuries on roadways
between 2013 and 2021, which
averages to five deaths and 20
severe injury crashes each year.

TRPA aims to play a critical role
in the path to Vision Zero by
aligning short-term and longterm regional transportation planning with the Vision Zero
strategy, coordinating with local,
state, and federal agencies,
hosting safety programs and
campaigns, allocating funding
to local jurisdictions, exercising
caution in permitting projects
with safety impacts, collecting
and monitoring data on road

TRANSPORTATION

STUDY GUIDELINES -

PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT

AND ENGINEERING
STANDARDS (2009)
Section 2 of the City of South
Lake Tahoe Public Improvement
and Engineering Standards
provides guidelines on right
of way and traffic analysis.

The section on traffic analysis
is outdated with the future
conditions being studied for the
year 2020. Section 4 provides
guidelines on street design in
South Lake Tahoe supplemental
to the California Department of
Transportation’s Highway Design
Manual (HDM). It defines the
classification of roads along with
applicable design standards, and
sets standards for street elements
including sidewalks, bikeways,
driveways, road bends, street
lighting, and signs and barricades.

Vision Zero Action Plan projects
and countermeasures adhere to
the requirements presented in
this guideline.

TAHOE REGIONAL PLANNING AGENCY (TRPA)
TRPA VISION ZERO STRATEGY (2024)
safety. The strategy document
presents crash data analysis for
the Lake Tahoe Region alongside
high-risk location and road
segment identification. Thirty
project locations, including
eight high-priority locations, are
identified within the plan along
with probable countermeasures.

There are three candidate
projects proposed within the
City of South Lake Tahoe. The
City’s VZAP incorporates the
findings, planning efforts, and
recommendations produced by
TRPA.
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COMMUNITY SAFETY
CAMPAIGN: TAKE IT
SLOW, TAHOE (2022)
Take It Slow Tahoe is a community
safety campaign by Take Care
Tahoe aims to make roads safer
for people and animals around
Lake Tahoe. The campaign allows
residents to put up “Take it Slow”
signs on their yards to alert drivers
to slow down on local roads. City
of South Lake Tahoe contains
one of the nine sign distribution
centers. The campaign is active
during the summer months, with
the signs stored indoors in the
winter. This campaign can be
leveraged within the Vision Zero
Planning process, and the final
plan to reach out to community
for better road safety.
resiliency. The plan recommends
additional equity-focused policy
goals for inclusion into the 2020
RTP. The equity approach in this
plan informs the equity analysis
in this VZAP.

TRANSPORTATION EQUITY STUDY (2023)
The TRPA Transportation Equity
study assessed the equity
impact of policies, programs,
and activities of the 2020 RTP.

It ensures that the RTP does not
disproportionately and adversely
affect priority communities and
that benefits and burdens are
equally distributed among all.

The Study defines five equity
communities: persons without
private transportation (zero
vehicle households), seniors
(individuals 65 years and
older), persons living below the
poverty line, individuals with
a disability, youth (individuals
under 18 years old), and BIPOC
(Black, Indigenous, and People
of Color). It also identified
six transportation barriers:
availability of transportation
services, accessibility, cost and
affordability, time and distance
spent traveling, adequacy of
transportation conditions, and
emergency preparedness and
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REGIONAL

TRANSPORTATION PLAN
(2020)

LAKE TAHOE REGION

SAFETY STRATEGY
(2019)
TRPA’s Regional Transportation
Plan (RTP) develops the
transportation vision for the Lake
Tahoe communities that spread
across five counties in the states
of California and Nevada. The
transportation network around
the lake supports not only the
residents but also visitors who
come to the lake. The Plan lays
a roadmap for transportation
planning in the region, through
goals for environmental,
connectivity, safety, operations
and congestion management,
economic vitality, and quality
of life and system preservation.

The plan proposes 83 additional
miles of Class I bike paths,
and additional sidewalks in
conjunction with other regional
programs to finally complete a
bike network around the entire
Lake. The VZAP follows the
direction of the RTP and ensure
regional growth priorities are
reflected in identifying projects
and recommendations.

The safety strategy presents a
comprehensive safety analysis
based on the Tahoe Region's
roadway crash and volume data.

It identifies top crash locations,
intersections, and segments based
on available data. Four of the top
eight crash locations, nine of the
30 priority intersections, and two
of the 21 priority intersections
lie within South Lake Tahoe,
highlighting the safety concerns
in the City. The strategy lists
available countermeasures that
can be applied systematically and
at specific locations to improve
safety. The safety strategy is a key
document on which the present
Vision Zero efforts rely.

LINKING TAHOE: ACTIVE

TRANSPORTATION PLAN
(2018)
The TRPA Active Transportation
Plan (ATP) guides and coordinates
the regional active transportation
network surrounding Lake
Tahoe. The ATP outlines goals,
policies, and actions that
improve connectivity and safety
for bicyclists and pedestrians
and identifies implementation
of high-priority projects for
the region. The plan outlines
existing bike and pedestrian
infrastructure and includes a
safety analysis based on the crash
data for the region. The network
design, maintenance, education,
encouragement, evaluation,
and enforcement programming
measures identified in the plan
support improvements to safety,
among other goals. The VZAP
aligns with the ATP’s mission
to increase safety for all road
users, including pedestrians and
bicyclists.
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TRANSIT PLAN

OTHER PLANS & STUDIES
Fixed Route bus service for
the City of South Lake Tahoe is
provided by Tahoe Transportation
District (TTD). Two transit routes –
50 (the South Shore Daily) and 55
(The Neighborhood Connection)
service the region. Route 50 is a
daily service running between
Stateline Transit Center and
South Y Transit Center between
6:50 am and 8:15 pm with one
hour headways. Route 55 is
a neighborhood connection
between Kingsbury Transit Center,
NV and South Y Transit Center
between 7 am and 7:30 pm. Lake
Link Transportation provides ondemand, app based micro transit in along the South Shore. The
shuttles within the service area
surrounding Nevada Stateline
and South Lake Tahoe between 7
am to 9 pm, and is operated by
the South Shore Transportation
Management Association. The
Vision Zero Action Plan will take

TRPA TRANSPORTATION

MONITORING

DASHBOARD

LAKE TAHOE UNIFIED

SCHOOL DISTRICT SAFE

ROUTES TO SCHOOL
MASTER PLAN (2015)
The Safe Routes to School
Master Plan for the Lake Tahoe
Unified School District (LTUSD)
identifies infrastructure and noninfrastructure recommendation for improving safety for students
and families walking and biking
to school. It covers six schools,
of which five are in the City.

The plan, through community
inputs, identified existing safety
issues at each of the schools
and recommends actions
following the 5-E approach of
the Safe Routes to School (SRST)
program. The locations and
projects identified under this
plan will be considered alongside
the recommendations of the
Vision Zero Action Plan where
necessary.

The TRPA Transportation
Monitoring Dashboard collects
data on various programs. It
also collects crash, bike, and
pedestrian counts for select
locations and areas relevant to
safety planning.
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US-50 & SR-89 ROAD
SAFETY AUDIT (2023)
The US-50 and SR-89 Road Safety
Audit was conducted along two
significant roadways in South
Lake Tahoe in October 2023.

The study looked at US 50 from
Airport Road to SR-89, SR-89
to Blue Lake Avenue, and SR-89
from the intersection with US-50
to the city limit. 22.6 crashes and

1.9 KSI crashes per year occurred
in the three segments between
2013 and 2023. Eleven percent of
the total crashes and 37 percent
of the KSI crashes involved
bicyclists or pedestrians. US-50
between SR-89 and Blue Lake
Avenue had the highest crash
rates of the three segments. The
audit also identifies 10 priority
locations, highlighting the safety
concerns at each location and a
list of suitable projects. The audit
identifies safety issues that are
relevant to the VZAP. The audit
findings and recommendations
will be examined for consistency
efforts to identify appropriate
countermeasures for high-injury
segments and locations within
the transit service area and ensure
equitable access to transit.
within the VZAP aims to improve
safety on local roadways.
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ALIGN EXISTING IMPROVEMENTS

WITH VISION ZERO
Any improvement program for corridors and intersection projects should be planned and designed with Vision Zero in mind. Traditionally, roadway design have been based on the tenets of highway design developed in the 1950s and 1960s, which focused on moving cars at highway speeds. While applicable for rural and interstate highways, this approach does not align with urban and suburban streets in multimodal contexts. Traditionally, a “design speed” is chosen that is higher than the anticipated speed limit to create a “factor of safety” for the motorist. What results in practice is the measured vehicular operating speed, typically expressed as the 85th percentile speed, is higher than the posted speed limit. Furthermore, the operating speed exceeds what the community deems appropriate for the given context, referred to as the “desired operating speed.”
This situation creates a perception of the street or intersection as unsafe, particularly for vulnerable users, including individuals with disabilities. These speeds also create higher risks of killed and severe injury crashes, violating the tenets of Vision Zero.

Instead, our streets and intersections' “design speed” should be equivalent to the “desired operating speed.” Such designs produce lower operating speeds that align with the community's expectations, as determined through engagement and acknowledgment of the context.

Adequate design and appropriate speed limits that produce desired operating speeds support Vision Zero, better meet community expectations, and allow valuable law enforcement resources to be deployed elsewhere. The figure below showcases this paradigm shift.

Prioritize multimodal safety and service quality over motor vehicle service level and on-street parking.

Consider providing signal prioritization and perhaps preemption for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit.

Focus primarily on the needs of people with disabilities. Protected and buffered bike lanes should be prioritized over on-street parking where right-of-way is limited.

Probability of Pedestrian Suffering Serious Injury or Death Contrasted with Traditional Design Speeds in Red vs. Desired Operating Speeds in Green (FHWA) 202
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The City is already working to increase the availability of safe and comfortable multimodal transportation choices for all residents, helping meet citywide goals to reduce carbon emissions, improve public health through increased physical activity, and improve the quality of life for everyone. The Vision Zero Action Plan builds on past and ongoing efforts to improve safety and multimodal access throughout the community.

The TRPA’s complete street policy states that “the design of streets must accommodate all users— pedestrians, cyclists, transit riders, and motorists—of all ages and abilities while enhancing safety, mobility, and environmental quality. The policy emphasizes multi-modal transportation, safety, accessibility, and protecting Lake Tahoe's scenic and natural resources. It also encourages context-sensitive solutions and requires that street projects align with regional transportation and environmental goals while adhering to state, federal, and regional guidelines.” With this pledge, the City recognizes its commitment to promoting a healthy and safe environment through responsible stewardship of the transportation network. The adoption of Vision Zero makes the prioritization of safe travel for all modes a primary focus.

The City adopted its Vision Zero policy on September 24, 2024, with a goal set for 2035, though efforts to enhance traffic safety began well before this. Numerous safety projects and programs have already been implemented across South Lake Tahoe. Below are the City's potential initiatives within other planning programs, focused on high-injury networks identified through crash analysis.

SLT CAPITAL IMPROVMENT PROGRAM (CIP) PROJECTS ALIGNED WITH THE

VISION ZERO ACTION PLAN

1. Bijou Park Connector:
• Description: Construct a bicycle and pedestrian trail to link the Al Tahoe Mobility Project constructed in 2020 (Johnson Blvd/Al Tahoe) with the CTC (California Tahoe Conservancy) Greenway Phase 1B.
• Planned Effort: SLT Capital Improvement Program
• Location: Bijou Community Park
• Funding Year: 2024
• Vision Zero Alignment: Enhances Vision Zero by providing a dedicated bicycle and pedestrian trail, reducing crash risks, and promoting safer, more connected travel for non-motorized users.

2. Dennis T. Machida Memorial Bikeway Phase 1C:
• Description: Plan and design another segment of the California Tahoe Conservancy's Dennis Machida Memorial Bike Way (Greenway trail). The segment will be constructed from the limits of Herbert Avenue to the limits of Ski Run Boulevard along the Pioneer Trail Corridor. The first planning phase will involve performing a trail alignment analysis along the Pioneer Trail corridor.
• Planned Effort: SLT Capital Improvement Program
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• Location: Herbert Avenue/Ski Run Boulevard/Pioneer Trail • Funding Year: This work commenced in 2022
• Vision Zero Alignment: The Dennis T. Machida Memorial Bikeway Phase 1C aligns with Vision Zero by planning and designing a new segment of the Greenway trail, which will enhance safety for cyclists and pedestrians along the Pioneer Trail Corridor, reducing the risk of trafficrelated injuries and fatalities.

3. Citywide ADA Upgrades:
• Description: Phased implementation of ADA Transition Plan • Planned Effort: SLT Capital Improvement Program
• Location: Citywide
• Funding Year: 2024-2028
• Vision Zero Alignment: The Citywide ADA Upgrades align with Vision Zero by systematically improving accessibility and safety for all users, particularly those with disabilities, thereby reducing the risk of traffic-related injuries and enhancing overall street safety.

4. Annual Streets and Roads Paving and Rehabilitation:
• Description: Public Works annual roadway rehabilitation project. • Planned Effort: SLT Capital Improvement Program
• Location: Citywide
• Funding Year: Annual
• Vision Zero Alignment: This project supports Vision Zero by improving road conditions, which enhances safety for all users by reducing hazards that can lead to accidents, such as potholes and uneven surfaces, thereby contributing to a safer transportation environment.

5. Pioneer Trail Improvements - Phase II:
• Description: Phase II of this project is designed to increase pedestrian safety along Pioneer Trail between Larch Avenue and Ski Run Boulevard. New sidewalks, ADA curb ramps, and pedestrian lighting will be included. The project planned for construction in 2025. • Planned Effort: SLT Capital Improvement Program
• Location: Pioneer Trail between Larch Avenue and Ski Run Boulevard • Funding Year: 2024/2025
• Vision Zero Alignment: This project aligns with Vision Zero by enhancing pedestrian safety through the addition of new sidewalks, ADA curb ramps, and pedestrian lighting. These measures aim to reduce the risk of traffic-related injuries and fatalities along Pioneer Trail between Larch Avenue and Ski Run Boulevard.
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6. Pioneer Trail Safety Improvement Project – HSIP:
• Description: This project proposes roadway safety improvements at the intersection of Glenwood Way and Pioneer Trail. Funded primarily through Highway Safety Improvement Program Funds.

The project was determined viable by the TRPA Regional Roadway Safety Audit. • Planned Effort: SLT Capital Improvement Program
• Location: Glenwood Way/Pioneer Trail
• Funding Year: 2024/2025
• Vision Zero Alignment: This project aligns with Vision Zero by implementing targeted roadway safety enhancements at the intersection of Glenwood Way and Pioneer Trail, addressing critical safety concerns identified by the TRPA Regional Roadway Safety Audit, and aiming to reduce traffic-related injuries and fatalities through the use of Highway Safety Improvement Program Funds.

7. Stateline Avenue Complete Streets Project:
• Description: This project proposes to develop complete street design standards along Stateline Avenue for multiple uses, including automobiles, bikes, and pedestrians. It would also include upgrading all storm drain infrastructure, including the Stateline Avenue outfall. • Planned Effort: SLT Capital Improvement Program
• Location: Stateline Ave/Lake Tahoe Boulevard to Lakeshore Boulevard • Funding Year: 2027/2028
• Vision Zero Alignment: This project aligns with Vision Zero by developing design standards that accommodate all users—automobiles, bikes, and pedestrians—enhancing safety and reducing the risk of traffic-related injuries. Upgrading storm drain infrastructure further supports a safer and more reliable roadway environment, contributing to the overall goal of eliminating traffic fatalities and serious injuries.

8. Traffic Safety and Calming Projects:
• Description: Supports ongoing traffic safety projects. These projects will be based on priority needs, public requests, and regulatory mandates.
• Planned Effort: SLT Capital Improvement Program
• Location: Citywide
• Funding Year: On-going
• Vision Zero Alignment: This project aligns with Vision Zero by addressing priority safety needs, responding to public requests, and meeting regulatory mandates to reduce traffic speeds and improve road safety, aiming to minimize traffic-related injuries and fatalities. 205
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9. Traffic Signal Upgrades/Replacement:
• Description: Upgrade and/or replace city-owned off-highway traffic signals at the following locations: Al Tahoe Boulevard & Pioneer Trail, Al Tahoe Boulevard and Johnson Boulevard, Lake Tahoe Boulevard and Viking Way.
• Planned Effort: SLT Capital Improvement Program
• Location: Al Tahoe Boulevard & Pioneer Trail, Al Tahoe Boulevard and Johnson Boulevard, and Lake Tahoe Boulevard and Viking Way.
• Funding Year: TBD
• Vision Zero Alignment: This project aligns with Vision Zero by modernizing traffic signals at key intersections, improving traffic flow, and enhancing safety for all road users. These upgrades aim to reduce the risk of crashes, thereby supporting the goal of eliminating traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries.

10. Heavenly Valley Parking/Traffic Upgrades:
• Description: Implement parking management and traffic control in the Heavenly Village Area to mitigate parking and congestion impacts from Heavenly Resort. • Planned Effort: SLT Capital Improvement Program
• Location: Heavenly Village District
• Funding Year: 2024
• Vision Zero Alignment: This project aligns with Vision Zero by implementing parking management and traffic control measures to reduce congestion and improve safety in the Heavenly Village Area. This will thereby mitigate the risk of traffic-related accidents and enhance the overall safety of the roadway for all users.

11. Vision Zero Program:
• Description: Vision Zero will develop a program to reduce fatalities and increase city vehicular, pedestrian, and bicycle safety.
• Planned Effort: SLT Capital Improvement Program
• Location: Citywide
• Funding Year: 2024/2025
• Vision Zero Alignment: Vision Zero's core mission is to develop a comprehensive plan to reduce traffic fatalities and enhance safety for vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists throughout the city, ultimately striving to eliminate all traffic-related deaths and serious injuries. 206
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12. Traffic Calming Tool Box:
• Description: Develop a toolbox for traffic calming, parking management, and traffic control device installations through a systematic and safe process. • Planned Effort: SLT Capital Improvement Program
• Location: Citywide
• Funding Year: On-going
• Vision Zero Alignment: This toolbox aligns with Vision Zero by creating a systematic approach to implementing traffic calming measures, parking management, and traffic control devices.

These measures aim to reduce traffic speeds, enhance road safety, and minimize the risk of accidents, thereby contributing to the goal of eliminating traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries.

13. Pioneer Safety Project Phase II:
• Description: Complete the Phase 1 safety and widen the roadway for appropriate shoulder width.
• Planned Effort: SLT Capital Improvement Program
• Location: Pioneer Trail, North of April Drive to Glenwood Way • Funding Year: 2024/2025
• Vision Zero Alignment:This project aligns with Vision Zero by completing safety enhancements and widening the roadway to provide appropriate shoulder width. This will reduce crash risks and improve safety for all road users, supporting the elimination of traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries.

14. US 50/89 Road Safety Audit Implementation:
• Description: Implement the City's portion of RSA for Phase 1, consisting of Speed Feedback signs and an upgrade to the signage and Striping along US 50 and 89. Caltrans will lead and implement other recommendations.
• Planned Effort: SLT Capital Improvement Program
• Location: US 89/US 50
• Funding Year: N/A
• Vision Zero Alignment: This audit aligns with Vision Zero by enhancing road safety by installing Speed Feedback signs and upgrading signage and striping along US 50 and 89. These measures are designed to reduce speeding and improve visibility, thereby decreasing the likelihood of traffic-related injuries and fatalities, which aligns with Vision Zero's goals. 207
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15. US 50 Corridor Study:
• Description: Prepare a Feasibility Study for US 50, from "Y" to Stateline, to develop concepts for speed management and transit service enhancement, including a Mobility Hub and Gondola Transit concept along the project corridor.
• Planned Effort: SLT Capital Improvement Program
• Location: US 50- Y to Stateline Avenue
• Funding Year: Grant Awarded 2024
• Vision Zero Alignment: This study aligns with Vision Zero by exploring speed management strategies and transit service enhancements, such as a Mobility Hub and Gondola Transit concept, aimed at reducing traffic speeds, improving safety, and encouraging safer transportation options along the corridor. These efforts contribute to the overarching goal of eliminating traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries.

16. Johnson Boulevard Complete Streets Project:
• Description: Create a bicycle and pedestrian facility upgrade to connect to the schools and other developments in the area. The project's first phase will entail a feasibility analysis of a Complete Street Design concept.
• Planned Effort: SLT Capital Improvement Program
• Location: Johnson Boulevard - Al Tahoe Boulevard to US 50 • Funding Year: N/A
• Vision Zero Alignment: This project aligns with Vision Zero by upgrading bicycle and pedestrian facilities to create safer connections to schools and nearby developments. By focusing on a Complete Street Design concept, the project aims to reduce the risk of accidents and enhance safety for all road users, particularly vulnerable groups like students, thereby supporting the Vision Zero goal of eliminating traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries.

17. Segment 1 Emerald Bay Road, Airport Road to Lake Tahoe Boulevard, Short Term (1-2 years):
• Description: Restripe Class II bike lanes and repaint them to meet current Class II design standards. Reach out to the public for preferred protected pedestrian-crossing locations. • Planned Effort: US 50 Road Safety Audit
• Location: US 50
• Funding Year: N/A
• Vision Zero Alignment: This project aligns with Vision Zero by restriping and upgrading Class II bike lanes to meet current safety standards and engaging the public to identify preferred locations for protected pedestrian crossings. These improvements aim to enhance the safety of cyclists and pedestrians, reduce the risk of accidents, and support Vision Zero's goal of eliminating traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries. 208
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18. Segment 1 Emerald Bay Road, Airport Road to Lake Tahoe Boulevard, Short Term (1-2 years):
• Description: Add way-finding signage for the bicycle network. Install radar feedback signage or pedestrian/bicycle warning signs with flashing beacons for changing traffic conditions ahead. • Planned Effort: US 50 Road Safety Audit
• Location: US-50
• Funding Year: N/A
• Vision Zero Alignment: This project aligns with Vision Zero by enhancing bicycle safety through the addition of way-finding signage and by improving awareness of changing traffic conditions with radar feedback signage and pedestrian/bicycle warning signs with flashing beacons. These measures aim to reduce accidents and improve safety for cyclists and pedestrians, supporting Vision Zero's mission to eliminate traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries.

19. Segment 1 Emerald Bay Road, Airport Road to Lake Tahoe Boulevard, Medium Term (2-5 years):
• Description: Restriping and snow clearance pilot projects to determine road diet feasibility with maintenance operations.
• Planned Effort: US 50 Road Safety Audit
• Location: US-50
• Funding Year: N/A
• Vision Zero Alignment:This project aligns with Vision Zero by testing restriping and snow clearance strategies through pilot projects to assess the feasibility of a road diet. By potentially reducing lane widths and improving maintenance operations, this initiative aims to enhance safety for all road users, reduce vehicle speeds, and lower the risk of accidents, thereby contributing to Vision Zero's goal of eliminating traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries.

20. Segment 1 Emerald Bay Road, Airport Road to Lake Tahoe Boulevard, Medium Term (2-5 years)):
• Description: Install pedestrian–protected crossings with hybrid beacons after the public outreach events (suggested locations include D Street, B Street, and Airport Rd). • Planned Effort: US 50 Road Safety Audit
• Location: US-50
• Funding Year: N/A
• Vision Zero Alignment:This project aligns with Vision Zero by installing pedestrian-protected crossings with hybrid beacons at key locations identified through public outreach. These enhancements aim to improve pedestrian visibility and safety, reduce the risk of accidents, and support the Vision Zero objective of eliminating traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries. 209
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21. Segment 1 Emerald Bay Road, Airport Road to Lake Tahoe Boulevard, Long Term (5 Years):
• Description: The road diet should be from five to three lanes and buffered bike lanes if feasible. • Planned Effort: US 50 Road Safety Audit
• Location: US-50
• Funding Year: N/A
• Vision Zero Alignment: This project aligns with Vision Zero by potentially implementing a road diet to reduce the number of lanes from five to three and adding buffered bike lanes. This redesign aims to slow vehicle speeds, improve safety for cyclists and pedestrians, and reduce the risk of crashes, supporting Vision Zero's goal of eliminating traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries.

22. Segment 1 Emerald Bay Road, Airport Road to Lake Tahoe Boulevard, Long Term (5 Years):
• Description: Implement bike lanes/trail connections to the Airport/City Hall to provide access but separate bicycles from high-speed, high-volume, high-speed US 50. • Planned Effort: US 50 Road Safety Audit
• Location: US-50
• Funding Year: N/A
• Vision Zero Alignment: This project aligns with Vision Zero by creating bike lanes and trail connections that provide safe access to key destinations like the Airport and City Hall while separating cyclists from high-speed, high-volume traffic on US 50. This design aims to reduce the risk of crashes and improve overall safety for cyclists, supporting the Vision Zero objective of eliminating traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries.

23. Segment 1 Emerald Bay Road, Airport Road to Lake Tahoe Boulevard, Long Term (5 Years):
• Description: Conduct further study to consider mobility hubs in the area to improve multimodal connections and reduce traffic downtown.
• Planned Effort: US 50 Road Safety Audit
• Location: US-50
• Funding Year: N/A
• Vision Zero Alignment: This project aligns with Vision Zero by studying the feasibility of mobility hubs to enhance multimodal connections and alleviate traffic congestion downtown.

This approach aims to promote safer, more efficient transportation options and reduce vehiclerelated accidents, supporting the Vision Zero goal of eliminating traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries.
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24. Segment 1 Emerald Bay Road, Airport Road to Lake Tahoe Boulevard, Long Term (5 Years):
• Description: Driveway consolidation south of C Street. Implement green paint for bicycle lanes where bike lanes will be added/improved.
• Planned Effort: US 50 Road Safety Audit
• Location: US-50
• Funding Year: N/A
• Vision Zero Alignment: This project aligns with Vision Zero by consolidating driveways to reduce potential conflict points and improve safety and by implementing green paint for newly added or improved bicycle lanes to increase visibility and awareness. These measures aim to reduce the risk of crashes between vehicles and cyclists, supporting Vision Zero's goal of eliminating traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries.

25. Segment 1 Emerald Bay Road, Airport Road to Lake Tahoe Boulevard, Long Term (5 Years):
• Description: Pedestrian scale lighting installment at locations where appropriate. • Planned Effort: US 50 Road Safety Audit
• Location: US-50
• Funding Year: N/A
• Vision Zero Alignment: This project aligns with Vision Zero by installing pedestrian-scale lighting at appropriate locations to enhance pedestrian visibility and safety. Improved lighting reduces the risk of accidents by making pedestrians more visible to drivers and creating a safer environment, thereby supporting Vision Zero's goal of eliminating traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries.

26. Segment 2 Lake Tahoe Boulevard, Emerald Bay Road to Blue Lake Avenue, Short Term (1-2 years):
• Description: At all signalized intersections, install Accessible Pedestrian Signals, Leading Pedestrian Intervals, retroreflective back plates, and countdown pedestrian signals. Implement green paint for bicycle lanes along the entire segment. • Planned Effort: US 50 Road Safety Audit
• Location: US-50
• Funding Year: N/A
• Vision Zero Alignment: This project aligns with Vision Zero by enhancing pedestrian safety at signalized intersections by installing Accessible Pedestrian Signals, Leading Pedestrian Intervals, retroreflective back plates, and countdown pedestrian signals. Additionally, implementing green paint for bicycle lanes increases visibility and awareness, reduces the risk of accidents, and supports Vision Zero’s goal of eliminating traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries. 211
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27. Segment 2 Lake Tahoe Boulevard, Emerald Bay Road to Blue Lake Avenue, Short Term (1-2 years):
• Description: Implement pedestrian-scale lighting along the entire segment. Install a hybrid beacon between Tahoe Keys Boulevard and Lodi Avenue (Grocery Outlet). Paint a “KEEP CLEAR” marking on the pavement in front of the fire station.
• Planned Effort: US 50 Road Safety Audit
• Location: US-50
• Funding Year: N/A
• Vision Zero Alignment: This project aligns with Vision Zero by implementing pedestrian-scale lighting along the entire segment to enhance visibility and safety, installing a hybrid beacon to improve pedestrian crossings, and painting a “KEEP CLEAR” marking in front of the fire station to ensure emergency vehicle access. These measures collectively aim to reduce the risk of accidents and support Vision Zero’s goal of eliminating traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries.

28. Segment 2 Lake Tahoe Boulevard, Emerald Bay Road to Blue Lake Avenue, Short Term (1-2 years):
• Description: Conduct a pilot project for coordination at 35 MPH speed control. Add way-finding signage for the bicycle network.
• Planned Effort: US 50 Road Safety Audit
• Location: US-50
• Funding Year: N/A
• Vision Zero Alignment: This project aligns with Vision Zero by conducting a pilot project for speed control at 35 MPH to improve traffic safety and adding way-finding signage for the bicycle network to guide and protect cyclists. These measures aim to reduce speeding and enhance navigational clarity, thereby minimizing the risk of accidents and supporting Vision Zero’s goal of eliminating traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries.

29. Segment 2 Lake Tahoe Boulevard, Emerald Bay Road to Blue Lake Avenue, Short Term (1-2 years):
• Description: Conduct lighting warrant at River Drive. Check sight triangles at broadside crash locations.
• Planned Effort: US 50 Road Safety Audit
• Location: US-50
• Funding Year: N/A
• Vision Zero Alignment: This project aligns with Vision Zero by conducting a lighting warrant study at River Drive to assess the need for improved visibility and evaluating sight triangles at broadside crash locations to identify and address potential hazards. These actions aim to enhance safety, reduce crash risks, and support Vision Zero’s goal of eliminating traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries.
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ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS OF VISION

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The City sets a framework for Vision Zero efforts using two primary sources: Community Feedback and Crash Records. Community and stakeholder comments received through meetings, workshops, online surveys, and interactive map input, combined with a review of historic crashes within South Lake Tahoe, enabled the development of a robust set of recommendations that address safety concerns. Everyone must accept that killed and severe injury crashes are unacceptable and preventable.

PROJECT TIMELINE

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT APPROACH
The City is committed to achieving zero fatalities and severe injuries on its roadways by 2035 by developing and implementing a comprehensive Vision Zero Action Plan. Public involvement and engagement were critical in shaping the Action Plan to ensure it addresses the community’s top traffic safety concerns and priorities. The City led a robust engagement effort to obtain input from the stakeholders, task force team, and community members on their perception of traffic safety and concerns. 214
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COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT APPROACH
• South Lake Tahoe is committed to safer streets for all to eliminate traffic deaths and severe injuries, guided by a comprehensive Vision Zero Action Plan.
• Listen to public perspectives about concerns, issues, and opportunities and key stakeholder input to inform projects, programs, and policies for inclusion in the Vision Zero Action Plan. • Maintain an open, transparent, and collaborative process to gather meaningful feedback and share back what we heard and learned in developing the Action Plan.

HOW WE ENGAGED THE COMMUNITY
The City has set a framework for Vision Zero efforts using three primary sources: stakeholder meetings, community feedback, and crash records. Stakeholder and public comments received through outreach, workshops, online engagement activities, online map input platforms, and a review of historic crashes within the City enabled the development of a robust set of recommendations that address safety concerns.

The feedback received during these events has provided valuable insights into the lived experiences, problem areas, and desired solutions from those who travel daily on the City’s roads. The community's input helped verify the safety analysis results and identify additional safety concerns not identified through the crash data. Engagement efforts to develop the City’s Vision Zero Action Plan included:
• Public and Stakeholder E-Notifications - Sent from the City of South Lake Tahoe. • Media Release – Information distributed to local media outlets to announce the engagement process and encourage broad participation.
• Newsletter – Insertion in South Lake Tahoe newsletters for community members who have signed up for updates from the City.
• Website Content – A dedicated website linked to the City’s website was developed to provide information about the Vision Zero Action Plan and South Lake Tahoe crash data. The site also included information about how the public can be involved in the engagement process and a geo-mapping tool, allowing them to share comments and concerns and geo-locate them. • Social Media – The City will regularly post on its social media channels, including Facebook and Instagram, to encourage participation in the process and announce public events. 217
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• Word of Mouth Notification – City Staff and the stakeholders assisted in spreading the word about the process and generating interest in the Community's Vision Zero Action Plan. • Community Meetings and Workshops – Community members participated in two community outreach meetings where they shared feedback on their current traffic safety concerns and their preferred approaches to improving the safety of the city’s roadway network. Two community outreach meetings were held on July 10th & October 16th, 2024. The City also engaged with members of the public, local business owners, other local government and agencies, interest groups, including transportation and mobility groups and neighborhood groups, and members of the public. Communications were made available to Spanish speakers upon request.
• Vision Zero Task Force Group - During two task force meetings, an interdisciplinary focus group commented on the City’s Vision Zero planning process. The group included City employees, transportation experts, law enforcement officials, school districts, regional medical centers, emergency officials, mobility groups, TRPA, and residents. The outreach was supplemented by two task force meetings held on February 7th & October 3rd, 2024. • Website & Interactive Map Input Platform - The Vision Zero website provided background information, the Vision Zero pledge, data from the crash analysis, and information on upcoming meetings and events for engagement. The website also provided links to online surveys and interactive maps, key public outreach components. This plan also considered the comments and input received by the City through the interactive map tool platform posted to the City’s website. The interactive map was used to solicit feedback from South Lake Tahoe residents and stakeholders outside the confines of traditional meetings.
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Screenshots of the interactive map input platform representing dot and line showing comments provided by the community members

ONLINE MAP TOOL
Community members and stakeholders shared their observations and concerns regarding locations and situations where crashes are occurring but are not necessarily being reported. They shared their knowledge and experiences of places where “near-miss” crashes were occurring were occurring and also indicated locations that did not "feel safe" where a risk of a crash could occur despite a lack of documented crash data. Although a risk had yet to materialize as an actual event, there is a general fear of a crash occurring, leading to an intuitive and rational sense that a particular location is unsafe.

In total, 84 comments were received through the project website. Most of the comments received were about US 50, Pioneer Trial, Al Tahoe Boulevard, Keller Road, Johnson Boulevard, Lakeview Avenue, Tahoe Keys Boulevard, and Herbert Avenue. The most common concerns involved bicycle-pedestrian safety and speeding. The results of the interactive map are shown below. In the screenshot of the map input platform below, each dot and line represents a comment provided by a community member. Comments received from the community are attached in Appendix B. 219
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SUMMARY OF TRAFFIC CONCERNS RECEIVED FROM THE COMMUNITY The engagement effort obtained 61-point comments at intersections (73 percent) and 23 line comments related to corridors (27 percent) from the community. 29 percent of the traffic concerns were related to motor vehicles, while 33 percent were related to pedestrians, followed by 38 percent bicycle-related issues. The chart below illustrates the total number of traffic concerns reported, categorized by bicycle, pedestrian, and motor vehicle-related concerns.

Of the reported traffic concerns, 19 comments were attributed to motor vehicles at intersections, while five were related to corridors. The graph below illustrates several pedestrian and bicycle safety concerns, with reported incidents at both intersections and along the corridors. 38%
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Traffic Concerns by Mode
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The graph below illustrates that 27 percent of the reported traffic concerns were attributed to bicycle safety. In comparison, 20 percent were related to pedestrian safety, and 19 percent of speeding-related traffic issues were reported. Other reported concerns include the unsafe curve, intersection safety, lighting, visibility, school safety, sidewalk improvements, sign upgrades, and traffic sign violations.

The graph below shows that the community has significant traffic concerns on US 50, followed by Pioneer Trail, Al Tahoe Boulevard, and Keller Road. It should be noted that these corridors are also identified as high-injury network corridors based on crash data between 2014 and 2023. Additionally, the community highlighted several other corridors of concern, including Johnson Boulevard, Lakeview Avenue, Tahoe Keys Boulevard, Herbert Avenue, and US 89.

Traffic Safety Issues
Corridors of Concerns
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The intersection of US 50 and US 89 had the highest traffic concerns among all reported intersections, followed by US 50 and Lodi Avenue, Keller Road and Bonita Road, Lakeview Avenue and Riverside Avenue, and Los Angeles Avenue and Harrison Avenue. The graph below illustrates all the intersections with the most reported traffic concerns.

Feedback from public meetings and website inputs highlight several key themes: concerns about speeding, especially among pedestrians and bicyclists who were the most vulnerable; the need for improved road striping, signage, and traffic signals; suggestions for more roundabouts and traffic calming measures; and calls for enhanced education and enforcement, particularly for young drivers.

There is strong support for exploring technologies like neighborhood traffic calming, speed management measures, emergency preemption, and pedestrian safety improvements. Specific problematic locations include Johnson Boulevard, Lakeview Avenue, and Tahoe Keys Boulevard corridors. Additionally, there are suggestions for targeted education campaigns and public awareness efforts focusing on pedestrian and bicycle safety.

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DATA-DRIVEN APPROACH
Vision Zero uses a data-driven approach to identify and implement objective, equitable, transparent solutions, and, most importantly, to eliminate traffic fatalities and serious injuries. It also shifts the focus of safety projects from being reactive to proactive. Because the Safe System Approach acknowledges that humans will make errors and that crashes will occur, data is needed to identify locations and roadway features that may be more prone to higher crash rates and to engineer customized solutions to address these potential problems.

The stories and perceptions others share are essential to a successful discussion and consideration in developing the Vision Zero Action Plan. While traffic safety is frequently couched in terms of data analysis, we understand that no one wants themselves, their family members, or their neighbors to be viewed as statistics. However, data gives us a place to start an objective conversation about roadway safety in South Lake Tahoe. Roadway characteristics, such as the number of lanes, posted speed limits, and intersection control types, are essential in identifying historic collision trends and helping cities proactively identify high-risk locations.

Understanding where and why deadly and life-altering injury crashes are happening more frequently helps planners, engineers, and policymakers to understand better the various environmental, behavioral, and systemic factors that contribute to these types of crashes, as well as strategies for how to address them.

Accounting for deadly and life-altering injury crashes acknowledges the magnitude of these crashes in people’s lives. It focuses the City’s efforts on improvements with the most significant potential to achieve the goal of zero.

This action plan is informed by analyzing crashes occurring in the City between 2014 to 2023 using the State of California’s Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS). Crash data from CROSSROADS was available only for 2020 through 2023 and was also accounted for as a part of the data set. This data is a primary resource for the City’s Vision Zero Action Plan. A combination of crash information from SWITRS and CROSSROADS was used to describe historic crash trends and identify high-risk locations within the City. Property Damage Only (PDOs) are not included in this crash analysis. Detailed crash analysis is included in Appendix C of the report. It should be noted that a separate analysis was done for crashes on city-operated streets and on state-operated routes. Vision Zero work has also highlighted the disproportionate burden traffic crashes have on vulnerable populations, such as disadvantaged communities. The analysis also incorporated roadway characteristics and demographic datasets into its collision analysis to understand how these patterns play out locally. 224
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BUILDING ON EXISTING EFFORTS
An analysis of crash records offered the City valuable insights into the “who, what, when, where, and why” of traffic crashes, particularly those resulting in fatalities or serious injuries. In this plan, the acronym KSI is used to represent crashes where someone was killed (K) or sustained a severe injury (SI).

By analyzing crash records, the City gained insights into the individuals involved, the factors contributing to the crashes, the timing, locations, and the reasons behind crashes, especially those leading to fatalities or severe injuries. Between 2014 and 2023, the City observed a total of 373 injury crashes, including 17 killed and 49 serious injuries.

Of the 373 injuries reported, 152 crashes occurred on city streets and 221 on state routes. Among the 152 injury crashes on city streets, 15 percent (23) were KSI crashes, while 19 percent (43) of the 221 injury crashes on state routes were KSI crashes.

Crashes by Severity on City Streets and State Routes (2014-2023) Crash Severity Roadway Segment Intersection Total
Killed 4 13 17
Severe Injury 9 40 49
Visible Injury 22 105 127
Complaint of Pain 34 146 180
Total 69 304 373
Note: Crashes in the table above are recorded from 2014 to 2023 using the State of California’s Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS) and CROSSROADS.
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Crash Severity Roadway Segment Intersection Total
Killed 1 3 4
Severe Injury 4 15 19
Visible Injury 6 54 60
Complaint of Pain 8 61 69
Total 19 133 152
Note: Crashes in the table above are recorded from 2014 to 2023 using the State of California’s Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS) and CROSSROADS.

COLLISION SUMMARY FOR CITY STREETS
The table below summarizes crash severity data categorized by location type on City streets. The data shows the number of individuals affected across four severity levels: fatalities, severe injuries, visible injuries, and complaints of pain.

Crashes by Severity on City Streets (2014-2023)
Ten Year Crash Trend
Killed and Severe Injuries by Year, 2014-2023
The graph above displays the total number of crashes and the occurrences of killed and severe injury crashes across the most recent ten years of accessible data. Over this period, KSI crashes have remained relatively low and stable, ranging from zero to five per year, with minor peaks observed in 2019, 2022, and 2023. In contrast, injury crashes have shown a significant upward trend, starting at 11 in 2014 and peaking at 36 in 2023. Notable injury crashes occurred in 2020, 2022, and 2023, indicating a rising concern for traffic-related injuries despite the relatively stable KSI crash rates. This suggests that while fatalities and serious injuries have not significantly increased, the overall number of traffic-related injuries has risen sharply in recent years. Based on conversations with the City, the local police department changed its procedure for collecting and processing crash data in 2020, possibly contributing to the spike observed post-2020. Tourism post-lockdown from the COVID-19 pandemic may also have contributed to the observed increase.
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Killed and Severe Injury Crashes by Mode
Crashes by Mode on City Streets, 2014-2023
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COLLISION SUMMARY FOR STATE ROUTES
The table below summarizes crash severity data categorized by location type on State Routes. The data shows the number of individuals affected across four severity levels: fatalities, severe injuries, visible injuries, and complaints of pain.

Crashes by Severity on State Routes (2014-2023)
Crash Severity Roadway Segment Intersection Total
Killed 3 10 13
Severe Injury 5 25 30
Visible Injury 16 51 67
Complaint of Pain 26 85 111
Total 50 171 221
Note: Crashes in the table above are recorded from 2014 to 2023 using the State of California’s Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS) and CROSSROADS.

Ten Year Crash Trend
Killed and Severe Injuries by Year, 2014-2023
The graph above displays the total number of crashes and the occurrences of killed and severe injury crashes across the most recent ten years of accessible data. Various factors, including driving behavior or changes in traffic patterns and roadway utilization, may have influenced this increase. Over this period, KSI crashes have been fluctuating, ranging from one to 10 per year, with minor peaks observed in 2018, 2020, and 2023. In contrast, injury crashes have shown a significant upward trend, starting at 13 in 2018 and peaking at 51 in 2023. Notable injury crashes occurred in 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023, indicating a rising concern for traffic-related injuries despite the relatively stable KSI crash rates. This suggests that while fatalities and serious injuries have not significantly increased, the overall number of traffic-related injuries have risen sharply in recent years. Based on conversations with the City, the local police department changed its procedure for collecting and processing crash data in 2020, possibly contributing to the spike observed post-2020. Tourism post-lockdown from the COVID-19 pandemic may also constitute the observed increase.
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This pie chart below shows that 42 percent of KSI crashes either involved a pedestrian or a bicyclist, 26 percent involved motorcyclists and the remaining 32 percent involved other motor vehicles.

Killed and Severe Injury Crashes by Mode
Crashes by Mode on State Routes, 2014-2023
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Motorcycle
Pedestrian
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80 Percent
of KSI crashes occurred
at intersections
44 Percent
Pedestrian and Bicycle
crashes account for 44
percent of all KSI crashes.
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of KSI crashes occurred
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26 Percent
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Between 2014 to 2023, 373
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Note: The percentage values are rounded to whole numbers. This means the data is presented without decimal points, providing a simplified and more easily interpretable overview of the statistics.

Developing a Countermeasure Toolbox:

Compile effective countermeasures based on
nationwide research and best practices, aligning
them with corresponding collision profiles.

Identifying Priority Project Locations: The
selection of priority projects on high-injury
network based on crash frequency and density
and verified by input from the community
engagement process.

Identifying Crash Trends: Review crash data to
assess patterns and trends related to when, where,
and why crashes occur and who is involved.

Identifying High Injury Network: Identify
corridors where a significant number of killed
and severe injury crashes frequently occur.

High Injury Intersections: Identify specific
intersections where a significant number of killed
and severe injury crashes frequently occur.

Identifying Collision Profiles: Integration of
various crash factors to categorize and recognize
the most common types of crashes.

The data-driven process includes the following:
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This table compares killed and severe Injury (KSI) crashes on city streets and state routes within the City's jurisdictional boundaries. The percentages and counts reflect the proportion of each crash type on City streets versus State Routes, identifying distinct patterns that can inform targeted safety measures.

Crash Trends City Streets
(KSI Crashes)
State Routes
(KSI Crashes)
Broadside Crashes 39% (9) 42% (18)
Nighttime Crashes 43% (10) 65% (28)
Age Group 20-39 30% (7) 40% (17)
Automobile Right of Way 17% (4) 30% (13)
Driving Under Influence 22% (5) 16% (7)
Pedestrian and Bicycle Crashes 48% (11) 42% (18)
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EQUITY
The Vision Zero Action Plan acknowledges that historic and continuing inequities lead to disparities in how communities experience traffic safety and transportation outcomes in South Lake Tahoe. Lowincome and minority communities are more likely to be located near highways and other transportation facilities that produce local reduced air quality and to suffer from adverse health effects such as asthma.

Households in low-income areas typically own fewer vehicles, have longer commutes, and incur higher transportation costs. These communities are also less likely to have convenient access to parks, healthcare, and healthy food. Inadequate infrastructure (e.g., gaps in sidewalks, inadequate lighting, or vehicle-firstoriented design) can prevent people from using active transportation and create hazardous situations for those with no choice but to use active transportation to get around.

The results of inequitable transportation infrastructure lead to higher deaths and severe injuries. The US Department of Transportation (USDOT) published the National Roadway Safety Strategy, which shows that American Indian or Alaskan Native, Black or African American, and Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander communities have roadway fatality rates that are higher than the national rate. These inequities perpetuate when planning and decision-making processes do not adequately consider input and feedback from communities with limited means or ability to participate effectively. Further, enforcement, a popular countermeasure to enhance safety, might not correct safety risks arising from policy or built environment limitations. Vision Zero planning that holistically considers equity can understand and mitigate uneven safety outcomes.

Disadvantaged communities (DAC) in South Lake Tahoe are identified as Severely Disadvantaged Communities (SDAC) with income less than $42,737 and DAC with income between $42,737 and $56,981.

The figure below shows the disadvantaged communities in South Lake Tahoe.

Sixty-five percent of KSI crashes occurred in DAC, and 26 percent in SDAC. Nine percent of killed or Serious Injury (KSI) crashes were in other communities. South Lake Tahoe Vision Zero Action Plan lays the foundation for pursuing investments that bring equitable futures for its residents. The action plan tackles this by using an equity-informed approach at each step of the planning and implementation process.

Equity analysis identifies disproportionate roadway safety burdens in disadvantaged communities. 65%
9%
No Disadvantage
SDAC
DAC
26%
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The community input gathered during the public engagement supplemented the findings. The Vision Zero Action Plan attempts to mitigate inequities by using these findings to inform the selection and prioritization of safety projects and countermeasures.

The Average Annual Fatality Rate for South Lake Tahoe is 5.33 persons killed per 100,000 residents. This rate is lower than the comparable rates for El Dorado County and the State of California, which are 13.87 and 10.12, respectively.

Crash Severity Population
(2020 Census)
% of
Disadvantaged
Population
(ETC)
Total Fatalities
(2017-21)
Killed Crashes
per Year (2017-
21)
Average
Annual
Fatality Rate
(per 100k pop)
California 39,300,000 36% 19.894 3,978.8 10.12
El Dorado
County 190,300 6% 132 26.4 13.87
South Lake
Tahoe 28,100 0% 6 1.2 5.33
Comparative Fatality Rates2
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HIGH-INJURY NETWORK
By conducting a comprehensive analysis of crash data, we can begin to pinpoint the factors contributing to killed and severe injuries on our roadways, encompassing various modes of transportation to establish the High Injury Network (HIN). The HIN can help focus safety improvements on priority corridors where the most severe crashes happen with the highest frequency. In developing the High Injury Network (HIN) on City streets and State Routes, factors considered were understanding the effects of how the crashes occurred spatially while also considering the geographic extent of these crashes so that the most critical hot spots and corridors could be identified. By concentrating on these high-priority streets and intersections, the City can efficiently allocate limited resources, such as funding and staff time, where they can significantly enhance traffic safety.

South Lake Tahoe experienced a total of 373 injury crashes. Of these, the High Injury Network (HIN) accounted for 75 percent (278 crashes) of all injury crashes. Additionally, 18 percent of all KSI crashes (66 crashes) occurred within the HIN. The entire roadway network in South Lake Tahoe spans 139 miles, yet only 3 percent of this network (4.6 miles) is classified as high-injury roadways.

Criteria considered to prioritize these segments and corridors:
• Crashes involving killed and severe injuries.
• Crashes involving visible injuries and complaint of pain. • Crashes involving pedestrians.
• Crashes involving bicyclists.
• Crashes occurring at intersections.

HIGH INJURY CORRIDORS - CITY STREETS
Between 2014 and 2023, 16 corridors in the City accounted for four killed crashes and 19 severe injuries crashes listed below. Lake Tahoe Boulevard (US 50) and Emerald Bay Road (SR 89) accounted for 13 killed crashes and 30 severe injury crashes. Additional details on high injury network-based locations are all included in Appendix C.

Corridors that had the highest number of KSI crashes include:

Note: Corridors highlighted in the Blue are state routes.

A. Pioneer Trail: Lake Tahoe Boulevard (US 50) to City Limits (South) B. Ski Run Boulevard: Paradise Avenue to Pioneer Trial
C. Tahoe Keys Boulevard: Colorado Avenue to Idaho Avenue D. Blackwood Road: Glenwood Way to Pioneer Trail
E. Merced Avenue: Fresno Avenue to Oakland Avenue
F. Saddle Road: Ski Run Boulevard to Keller Road
G. 12th Street: Anita Avenue to Emerald Bay Road (SR 89) H. Venice Drive: Tahoe Keys Boulevard to Venice Drive
I. 13th Street: Tata Lane to Gardner Street
J. Al Tahoe Boulevard: Lake Tahoe Bouleva
K. Park Avenue: Pine Road to Lake Tahoe Bo
L. Reno Avenue: Lake Tahoe Boulevard (US
M. Stockton Avenue: Lake Tahoe Boulevard
N. Pine Hill Road: Rocky Point Road to Kelle
O. Glenwood Way: Rancho Drive to Pioneer
P. Lake Parkway: Park Avenue to City limits
Q. Lake Tahoe Boulevard (US 50): Stateline A
R. Emerald Bay Road (SR 89): West Way to
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oulevard (US 50)
50) to Elwood Avenue
(US 50) to Elwood Avenue
er Road
r Trail
(Northeast)
Ave to Emerald Bay Road
Airport Road
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COUNTERMEASURE TOOLBOX AND

COLLISION PROFILES
The City has developed several critical countermeasures for implementing safety projects. These countermeasures encompass strategies in engineering, education, and enforcement. The toolbox consists of countermeasures, covering aspects of roadway design, pedestrian safety, bicyclist safety, operations and signal timing, speed management, signage and marking, transit, micro-transit, and even include elements of education, public awareness, and enforcement.

The toolbox is intended to assist the City in identifying the most suitable countermeasure for specific safety measures, recognizing that not all treatments are appropriate for all roadway types. The following section identifies collision profiles, and the relevant countermeasure has been assigned to each. This toolbox can be considered a roster of countermeasures the City has to address safety-related concerns.

The collision profiles represent crashes on City streets and State Routes.

The countermeasures were evaluated using three criteria: Efficacy, Cost, and Complexity, and a score was assigned to each criterion. The proposed countermeasure must be evaluated case by case, based on the mountain conditions, snow removal operations, etc.:

Efficacy: This refers to the expected safety benefit determined through academic research and industry standards.

Cost: The overall expense involved in designing, implementing, and maintaining the countermeasure.

Complexity: The anticipated level of difficulty the City may encounter when implementing the countermeasure.

High:

Medium:

Low:

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) CMF Clearinghouse guides where to apply the countermeasures, including the crash types each countermeasure would address, and a Crash Reduction Factor (CRF) for each countermeasure. The project team reviewed the (FHWA) CMF Clearinghouse and published research papers to gain additional insight into CRFs and the effectiveness of specific countermeasures.When selecting countermeasures and CMFs to apply to their particular safety needs, local agency safety practitioners should consider the availability, applicability, and quality of CMFs.

Only Crash Types, CRFs and Expected Lives of the countermeasures are provided in this section. Fields in the countermeasure tables are:

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CRF - CRF stands for Crash Reduction Factor. It represents the percentage or proportional reduction in crashes resulting from implementing a specific safety measure or intervention compared to a baseline condition without that intervention. CRFs are derived from empirical studies, research, and data analysis conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of various traffic safety strategies.

Expected Life - Expected life typically refers to the anticipated duration or lifespan of a product, asset, or infrastructure before it needs replacement, major maintenance, or becomes obsolete. It indicates the expected durability and reliability of individual components.

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COLLISION PROFILES
The City has identified the top nine collision profiles that emphasize the trends in crashes resulting in people being killed or severely injured. These profiles are developed by analyzing crash data and relevant environmental factors. Each profile identifies a crash type that is considered a priority concern.

Accompanying each profile are safety countermeasures most applicable to the specific crash and location context. These countermeasures form a toolbox of safety interventions that the City will utilize to implement projects tailored to address unique safety issues.

The collision profiles encompass diverse crash attributes, such as pedestrian crashes, alongside contextual factors like the crash location, such as occurring at intersections. Notably, individual crashes could align with multiple profiles. To illustrate, a crash might simultaneously fall under both during nighttime and involve a driver under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

The following pages present nine collision profiles with descriptions and relevant countermeasures.

Note: Crash patterns at intersections and along corridors on city streets and state routes have been similar. These profiles encompass crashes occurring on City Streets and State Routes. The City Streets have observed 23 KSI Crashes, and State Routes have observed 43 KSI Crashes. The City of South Lake Tahoe has observed 66 KSI Crashes between 2014- 2023.

COLLISION PROFILES
Profile 1: Improve safety at Intersections (Signalized and Non-Signalized Intersections) Profile 2: Address Pedestrian Violation
Profile 3: Address Pedestrian Crashes at Intersections
Profile 4: Address Bicycle Crashes at Intersections
Profile 5: Reduce Nighttime Crashes
Profile 6: Driving Under Influence (DUI)
Profile 7: Address Broadside Crashes
Profile 8: Address Motorcycle Crashes at Intersections
Profile 9: Improve 40+MPH Streets
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Collision Profiles Number of
KSI Crashes
Number of all
motor vehicle
KSI Crashes
Number of
bicycle KSI
Crashes
Number of
pedestrians KSI
Crashes
Safety at Intersections (Signalized
and Non-Signalized Intersections) 18 9 6 3
Address Pedestrian Violation 3 0 0 3
Address Pedestrian Crashes
at Intersections 3 0 0 3
Address Bicycle Crashes
at Intersections 6 0 6 0
Reduce Nighttime Crashes 10 5 1 4
Driving Under the Influence (DUI) 5 4 1 0
Address Broadside Crashes 9 5 4 0
Address Motorcycle
Crashes at Intersections 4 4 0 0
Improve 40+ MPH Streets 1 1 0 0
COLLISION PROFILES: CITY STREETS
Please Note: Due to the possibility of a single crash being classified under multiple profiles, the figures in the table do not total up to 100%. In cases where a cell lacks a killed or severe injury percentage, zero killed or severe injury crashes are recorded for the indicated mode within that particular profile. The total number of KSI Crashes on city streets is 23. 245
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Collision Profiles Number of
KSI Crashes
Number of all
motor vehicle
KSI Crashes
Number of
bicycle KSI
Crashes
Number of
pedestrians KSI
Crashes
Safety at Intersections (Signalized
and Non-Signalized Intersections) 35 21 7 7
Address Pedestrian Violation 8 0 0 8
Address Pedestrian Crashes
at Intersections 7 0 0 7
Address Bicycle Crashes
at Intersections 7 0 7 0
Reduce Nighttime Crashes 28 15 3 10
Driving Under the Influence (DUI) 7 7 0 0
Address Broadside Crashes 18 12 6 0
Address Motorcycle
Crashes at Intersections 11 11 0 0
Improve 40+ MPH Streets 32 16 7 9
COLLISION PROFILES: STATE ROUTES
Please Note: Due to the possibility of a single crash being classified under multiple profiles, the figures in the table do not total up to 100%. In cases where a cell lacks a killed or severe injury percentage, zero killed or severe injury crashes are recorded for the indicated mode within that particular profile. The total number of KSI Crashes on State Routes is 43. 246
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PROFILE 1:

SAFETY AT INTERSECTIONS (SIGNALIZED AND NON-SIGNALIZED) MODES
STATS
TRENDS
53 KSI CRASHES
Crashes occured at intersections
Accounts for 80% of all the
KSI Crashes.
18 of 53 crashes occurred on
city streets and 35 of 53 crashes
occurred on state routes.
14 crashes occurred at
signalized intersection.
39 crashes occurred at nonsignalized intersection.
23 crashes were resulted
due to broadside.
30 crashes occurred
during night-time.

Advanced Warning System
Intersection Safety Lighting
Traffic Law Enforcement
Signal Timing and Phasing Improvements
High Visibility Crosswalk
Pedestrian Signals (Pedestrian Hybrid
Beacon (HAWK)
Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFB)
Two-way Left Turn Lane
Retro-Reflective Backplates

KEY COUNTERMEASURES FACTORS
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ADDRESS PEDESTRIAN VIOLATION

KEY COUNTERMEASURES FACTORS
MODES
STATS
TRENDS
11 KSI CRASHES
Pedestrian Crashes
Pedestrian Violation
Accounts for 17% of all the
KSI Crashes.

Four crashes occurred at
signalized intersection.

Three crashes occurred at
non-signalized intersection.

Four crashes occurred on
roadway segments.

Seven crashes occurred
where pedestrian was
crossing not in crosswalk.

High Visibility Crosswalk
Signal Timing and Phasing Improvements
Leading Pedestrian Intervals (LPI)
Pedestrian Countdown Timers
Midblock Crosswalks
Targeted Enforcement
Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFB)
Pedestrian Signals (Pedestrian Hybrod
Beacons (HAWK))
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ADDRESS PEDESTRIAN CRASHES AT INTERSECTION

KEY COUNTERMEASURES FACTORS
MODES
STATS
TRENDS
10 KSI CRASHES
Pedestrian Crashes
Crashes occured at Intersection
Accounts for 15% of all the
KSI Crashes.

Five crashes occurred at
signalized intersection.

Five crashes occurred at nonsignalized intersection.

Seven crashes occurred
during night-time.

Six crashes took place
on weekends.

Intersection Safety Lighting
Leading Pedestrian Intervals (LPI)
Pedestrian Countdown Timers
Accessible Pedestrian Signals
Signal Timing and Phasing Improvements
Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFB)
ADA Curb Ramps
Curb Extensions (Bulb-Outs)
(Paint, Striping and Bollards)
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ADDRESS BICYCLE CRASHES AT INTERSECTIONS

KEY COUNTERMEASURES FACTORS
MODES
STATS
TRENDS
13 KSI CRASHES
Bicycle Crashes
Crashes occured at Intersection
Accounts for 20% of all the
KSI Crashes.

Ten crashes occurred at nonsignalized intersection.

Four crashes occurred due
to improper turning.

Four crashes were due to
automobile right of way violations.

Two crashes were due to driving
on wrong side of road.

Traffic Control Devices (Stop Signs, Yield Signs)
Improved Signage
Bike Box
Bike Intersection Marking
Intersection Safety Lighting
Green Pavement
Buffered/ Protected Bike Lanes
Road Diet
Education
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REDUCE NIGHTTIME CRASHES

KEY COUNTERMEASURES FACTORS
MODES
STATS
TRENDS
38 KSI CRASHES
Crashes occured during
Night-time.

Accounts for 58% of all the
KSI Crashes.
30 crashes occurred at intersection.
14 crashes involves pedestrian.

Seven crashes happened due
to driving under influence
of drug or alcohol.

Intersection Safety Lighting
Retroreflective Signage and Marking
High Visibility Crosswalk
Pedestrian Signals (Pedestrian Hybrid
Beacons (HAWK))
Dedicated Turn Lanes
Protected Left Turn Signals
Dynamic Speed Warning Signs
Education
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DRIVING UNDER INFLUENCE (DUI)

KEY COUNTERMEASURES FACTORS
MODES
STATS
TRENDS
12 KSI CRASHES
Driving under inflence of
drugs or alcohol
Accounts for 18% of all the
KSI Crashes.

Seven crashes occurred
during nighttime.

Five crashes were due to hit object.

High Visibilty Enforcement
Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) Assessment
and Treatment Programs
Vehicle Speed Feedback Signs
Education
Transit Alternatives (Night Rider or Lake
Link)
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ADDRESS BROADSIDE CRASHES

KEY COUNTERMEASURES FACTORS
MODES
STATS
TRENDS
27 KSI CRASHES
Broadside Crashes
Accounts for 41% of all the
KSI Crashes.
23 crashes occurred at intersection.
15 crashes were due to automobile
right of way violations.
12 crashes occurred
during nighttime.

Protected Left Turn Signal
Wayfinding signs for the bicycle network
Leading Pedestrian Interval (LPI)
Signal Timing and Phasing Improvements
Turning Restrictions
Enhanced Signge and Raod Markings
Traffic Law Enforcement
Retro-Reflective Backplates
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ADDRESS MOTORCYCLE CRASHES AT INTERSECTIONS

KEY COUNTERMEASURES FACTORS
MODES
STATS
TRENDS
11 KSI CRASHES
Motorcycle Crashes
Crashes occured at intersections
Accounts for 17% of all the
KSI Crashes.
10 crashes occurred at nonsignalized intersections.

Two crashes were head-on crashes.

Two crashes occurred
due to sideswipe.

Intersection Safety Lighting
Advanced Warning Signs
Reflective Pavement Marking and Delineators
Road Diet
Education
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IMPROVE 40+ MPH STREETS

KEY COUNTERMEASURES FACTORS
MODES
STATS
TRENDS
33 KSI CRASHES
Crashes happened on streets with
speed limit of 40 mph or higher
Accounts for 50% of all the
KSI Crashes.
32 crashes occurred on
SR 50 and SR 89.
24 crashes occurred at intersection.

Speed Warning Signs
Speed Feedback Signs
Roadway Safety Lighting
Protected Left-Turn Signals
Road Markings and Signage
Signal Timings and Phasing Improvements
Traffic Law Enforcement
Road Diet
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ACTION PLAN
With the strong foundation of its Vision Zero building blocks and collision profiles, the City of South Lake Tahoe is ready to continue progress toward eliminating fatalities and severe injuries. The City adopted its Vision Zero Policy in September 2024. Still, the City’s efforts to improve traffic safety started years ago, and numerous safety projects and programs have been implemented and proposed throughout the City.

These projects are also listed in South Lake Tahoe’s Capital Improvement Program and US Highway 50 Road Safety Audit.

This Plan builds upon the momentum already created, intending to increase the number of completed projects and decrease the number of fatalities and severe injuries. The Action Items section of this document lists new projects based on evolving needs and information. The list below summarizes progress made to date and items that will continue to be addressed.

PLANNED AND IMPLEMENTED (CIP) PROJECTS TO DATE
Here are the most recently implemented and proposed projects throughout the City:

1. Johnson Boulevard Complete Streets Project (Proposed)

2. Stateline Avenue Complete Streets Project (Proposed)

3. Dennis T. Machida Memorial Greenway Phase 1C (Proposed)

4. Citywide ADA Upgrades—Phased implementation of ADA Transition Plan (Proposed)

5. Traffic Safety and Calming Projects—Supports ongoing traffic safety projects based on priority needs, public requests, and regulatory mandates. (Proposed)

6. Traffic Signal Upgrades/Replacement—Upgrade and/or replacement of City-owned off-highway traffic signals (Proposed)

7. US Highway 50/State Route 89 Road Safety Audit Implementation—Speed Feedback signs and Signing and Striping upgrade along US 50 and SR 89. (Proposed)

8. US Highway 50 Corridor Study—Develop concepts for speed management and transit service enhancement, including a Mobility Hub and Gondola Transit (Proposed)

9. Pedestrian scale lighting installment at various locations in the City. (2024/2025)

10. At signalized intersections throughout the City—Install Accessible Pedestrian Signals, Leading Pedestrian Intervals, retroreflective back plates, and countdown pedestrian signals. (Proposed)

11. Pilot project for coordination at 35 MPH speed control along US Highway 50 (Caltrans). (Proposed)

12. Bijou Park Connector Trail - Construct a bicycle and pedestrian trail to link the Al Tahoe Mobility Project was constructed in 2020 (Johnson Blvd/Al Tahoe) with the Dennis T. Machida Memorial Greenway Phase 1B. (2025)

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14. Heavenly Valley Parking/Traffic Upgrades—Implement parking management and traffic control along the Heavenly Village Area (2024)

15. Wayfinding signage for the bicycle network (2024)

PROPOSED VISION ZERO PROJECTS
The City of South Lake Tahoe is eligible to apply for funding from several sources to support safety improvements. Programs such as Caltrans' Highway Safety Improvement Program and Active Transportation Program (ATP) fund efforts to reduce traffic fatalities and promote safer walking and biking. The California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) offers grants for safety initiatives, while the Safe Routes to School (SRTS) program focuses on children’s safe travel to school. Additional funding can be secured through the State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP), Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP), the Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP), and the Surface Transportation Block Grant (STBG) program, with regional support from the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA). In addition, the City is committed to look for any additional funding opportunities like Safe Streets for All (SS4A) or using their capital funding program and construction funds to source some of the following listed projects:
• Proposed Citywide Projects: These projects involve enhanced road safety, accessibility, and transit options throughout the City.
o Neighborhood Traffic-Calming Policy, Program and Toolbox o Complete Streets Policy and Design Standard to improve design for all road users. o The Citywide Sign Inventory, Retro-reflectivity, and Upgrade Project will enhance safety by cataloging all existing road signs, identifying missing or damaged signs, and ensuring that signage meets current standards for visibility and legibility. This project will support safety by improving driver awareness, aiding in compliance with traffic regulations, and reducing confusion about road rules, especially at intersections and high-risk areas. By upgrading outdated or insufficient signage, the project also addresses issues such as faded reflectivity, which is particularly important for nighttime visibility. Overall, a well-maintained signage system contributes to safer navigation for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians alike.
o The Citywide Street Light Inventory Project will help improve safety by identifying gaps in street lighting and providing data on existing infrastructure conditions. This information is crucial for prioritizing areas that need better lighting to reduce risks for all road users, particularly at night. Well-lit streets improve visibility for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians, reducing the likelihood of crashes, particularly in areas prone to nighttime incidents. Additionally, a comprehensive inventory will help the city to plan and allocate resources effectively, ensuring that upgrades and maintenance are directed toward the most critical locations, ultimately enhancing overall public safety.
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public transportation options during peak nighttime hours when DUI incidents are more likely.

Implementing such a program would help curb DUI rates, make nightlife safer, and ultimately reduce nighttime crashes and fatalities. Here are some strategies that could be part of such a program:
» Night Owl Buses or Shuttles: Extend transit services with dedicated late-night buses or shuttles that serve popular nightlife areas, reducing the need for individuals to drive after drinking.

These routes could connect entertainment districts with residential areas or lodging. » Ride-Hail Subsidies or Partnerships: Collaborate with rideshare companies like Lake Link Transit, Uber or Lyft to offer discounted fares during late-night hours, particularly on weekends or holidays. This provides an attractive alternative for those who might otherwise drive under the influence.
» Designated Driver Program Support: Sponsor designated driver programs where transit passes are provided to individuals who commit to being the sober driver, offering another incentive for safe transportation choices.
» Public Awareness and Incentives: Promote the late-night transit options through public awareness campaigns, bars, restaurants, and hotels, perhaps with incentives like discounts for transit users.
» Event-Specific Transit Service: For events likely to attract high attendance and drinking (e.g., festivals or concerts), offer special shuttle services to and from the venue, ensuring attendees have a reliable way to get home safely.
• Proposed Short-term Projects on High Injury Network
o Implement stop bars along minor streets, install centerlines, edge lines, and sharrows on bike routes.
o Add retro-reflective backplates on City owned signals lights o Exploring funding opportunities to conduct a feasibility study on consolidating driveways. This study would assess the potential benefits, challenges, and impacts of reducing the number of driveways in certain areas, which can improve traffic flow, enhance pedestrian safety, and minimize collision points along roadways. By identifying feasible locations and strategies for driveway consolidation, the City can make informed decisions on optimizing access while supporting safer and more efficient streets.
• Proposed Corridor Projects: These corridor specific projects propose implementing several roadway improvements intended to improve overall safety for all modes, increasing transit ridership, improving visibility, reducing speed, enhancing enforcement and improving circulation through access management and reducing conflicts and contributing to safer travel experience for residents and visitors.
o Lake Tahoe Boulevard South of Emerald:
» Install speed feedback signs and re-stripe intersections with larger signs to enhance driver awareness.
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» Conduct a feasibility study at the Viking Road and Lake Tahoe intersection to assess the need for a new traffic signal.
» Conduct a feasibility study to create buffered bike lanes, with a 2-foot buffer and 11-foot lane width (minimum), to improve cyclist safety on key corridors. o Julie Lane:
» Install centerline striping to delineate traffic lanes and install speed limit signs to reinforce appropriate driving speeds along the corridor.
o Eloise Avenue:
» Install two-way stop control at the intersection of Eloise & 12th Street. » Install all-way stop control at the intersection of Eloise & 3rd Street. » Install centerline striping to delineate traffic lanes and install speed limit signs to reinforce appropriate driving speeds along the corridor.
» Conduct a feasibility study to consolidate the driveways. » Add sharrows to enhance bicycle safety.
o Tahoe Keys Boulevard:
» Conduct a feasibility study to reduce speed limit to 25 mph. » Upgrade signs to current standards and retro-reflectivity. o Pioneer Trail:
» Increase transit frequency.
» Convert Class II bicycle facilities to Class II buffered bicycle facilities. » Install speed feedback signs.
» Conduct a feasibility study to install Rapid Rectangular Flashing Beacon or a signal at intersection of Glen Road (visibility issues).
» Install signal back plate and retro reflective border at the intersection of Al Tahoe Boulevard and Pioneer Trail.
» Improve signage through the corridor by adding curve warning signs, bicycle facility signs and intersection ahead sign.
o Al Tahoe Boulevard:
» Install speed feedback signs.
» Conduct a feasibility study to see if there is a potential to reduce the speed limit to 35mph. » Install signal back plate and retro reflective border at the intersection of Al Tahoe Boulevard and Johnson Boulevard.
» Install driveway ahead sign.
o Ski Run Boulevard:
» Install speed feedback signs.
» Install centerlines and edge lines.
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» Conduct a feasibility study to extend bicycle facilities beyond Pioneer Trail (Class II or Class III). o Heavenly Village Way
» Tree trimming needed for pedestrian crossing ahead sign and stop sign. » Upgrade pedestrian improvements at the mid-block crosswalks. o Lake Parkway E/Gondola Vista Plan:
» Conduct a feasibility study to install no parking signs through certain parts of the corridor. » Install speed feedback signs.
» Conduct a feasibility study to install potential mid-block crossings through the corridor. • Mini Traffic Circles or Bike Crossing (RFBB)
◊ Study intersection of Eloise Avenue/Tahoe Keys Boulevard to install either a mini traffic circle bike crossing, or other modification to enhance safety (high bike demand on both corridors. Existing bike route on Eloise Avenue and Class II bike lane on Tahoe Keys Boulevard also justifies the need of a control device).
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IMPLEMENTABLE ACTIONS
The implementation of Vision Zero requires dedicated collaboration among City departments, the local community, and partner organizations. The project team has developed a set of crucial steps to serve as a strategic pathway towards achieving Vision Zero. Each step is assigned a specific timeline and performance metric to track progress. Short-term actions are planned for completion within two years, medium-term actions within two to five years, and extensive long-term actions within five to ten years. Achieving the City’s Vision Zero goal necessitates structured action while allowing for a practical approach with incremental improvements over time. The actions outlined in this Plan will undergo continuous evaluation and refinement, with successful execution dependent on funding availability.

The Implementable Actions are organized into the following four action areas:
• Vision Zero Program Initiatives and Evaluation
• Street Design
• Dangerous Behavioral Changes
• Vulnerable Roads Users

ACTION AREAS
The City of South Lake Tahoe's Vision Zero Plan will begin by establishing a framework for achieving its Vision Zero goal. Program initiatives include Vision Zero promotion, integration of Vision Zero into other planning efforts, and continued Vision Zero data collection and program evaluation. A task force is crucial for the success of Vision Zero, as it fosters essential cross-departmental collaboration to achieve the program’s goal of eliminating traffic crashes that result in killed and serious injuries. Vision Zero’s core principle is to break down silos and unite local stakeholders; A task force enables this by bringing together key representatives from all significant City functional divisions.

These task forces will set shared goals and create subcommittees to tackle specific issues, enhancing collaboration and ensuring that Vision Zero’s objectives are integrated into everyday departmental operations. This structured approach, supported by regular tracking and reporting, ensures that all stakeholders remain committed and accountable to the Vision Zero goals. This makes the task force indispensable in driving the initiative’s success.
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No. Safety
Strategy Description Timeline Progress Measure
Vision Zero Program Initiative
A1
Vision
Zero Task
Force
Establish an interdisciplinary Vision Zero
Task Force responsible for supervising
the execution of the plan and facilitating
collaboration among City departments
for project and program coordination.

ShortTerm/
Complete
A task force was
established, and two
meetings were held
in the development
of the VZAP.

Safet
of Sa
Lake
Cent
Fire R
A detailed Vision Zero Task Force Work Plan is provided in the ‘Vision Zero Task Force Work Plan’ Chapter o A2
Dedicated
and
Permanent
Funding
Identify a sustainable and dedicated
funding stream for the execution
and management of Vision Zero.

Short-Term Amount of funding
available for Vision Zero
Promotion and Integration
A3 Public
Meetings
Vision Zero should be included on
the agendas of the public, community
groups, stakeholder meetings, and
City-sponsored meetings.

Short-Term
Number of meetings
with Vision Zero
on the agenda
A4
Future
Plans &
Policy
Integrate Vision Zero safety
principles into forthcoming City
plans and design documents.

Continuous
Number of plans and
policies incorporating
Vision Zero
A5
Online
Collision
Map
Launch online, interactive collision
data map and website.

MediumTermNumber of
website visitors City’
Data Collection & Program Evaluation
A6 Monitoring
Speed Limits
Continue monitoring existing
speed limits on City streets.

Continuous
(every
street is
checked
for seven
to 14
years)
Percent of roadway
network designated
as a Safety Corridor.

Average speed limit by
functional classification.

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Key Partners City Resource
ty Operations, California Division, Federal Highway Administration, Traffic Safety Engineers, Office afety Programs/Caltrans, Office of Federal Programs/Caltrans, Police Department, Risk and Safety, Tahoe Unified School District, Lake Tahoe Community College, South Lake Tahoe Family Resource ter, Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless, Access Tahoe, Barton Community Hospital, South Lake Tahoe Rescue, Development Services, Tahoe Regional Planning Agency, Tahoe Transportation District, Bicycle Advisory Committee, Lake Tahoe Bicycle Coalition, City of South Lake Tahoe.

Low
of this Report.

City Council, City Manager’s Office, Public Works Department Medium to High
City Council, Public Works Department Low
Public Works Department, Development Services Department Low s Information Technology Department, Public Works Department, Development Services Department Medium Public Works Department Medium
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Strategy Description Timeline Progress Measure
A7
CommunityBased Safety
Reporting
System/Tool
Create an easy-to-use, accessible, and
digitally secure public reporting platform
for the community to report problem areas,
near misses, or any safety concerns.

Continuous Number of comments
addressed
A8 Data
Completeness
Enhance data collection about
speed, impairment, cell phone
use, and distraction in KSI.

MediumTerm
Proportion of Crash
records including
this information
A9
Bicycle and
Pedestrian
Count Data
Maintain pedestrian and cyclist device
counters at standardized locations
MediumTermNumber of counts
conducted
A10 Future Plans
& Policy
Integrate Vision Zero safety
principles into forthcoming City
plans and design documents.

MediumTerm
Annual report and
biennial presentation
to City Council
addressing metrics and
performance measures
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Public Works Department Low
Police Department Low
Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) Medium
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Strategy Description Timeline Progress Measure
High Injury Network Infrastructure
B1 Priority
Location
Apply for and obtain grant funding
for the critical project sites identified
in the plan, emphasizing enhanced
roadway designs to improve safety.

MediumTermNumber of funded
projects
B2 List Prioritized
Projects
Create a carefully ranked roster
of traffic safety projects.

MediumTermList of safety projects
in order of priority
B3
Develop and
Prioritize List
of Projects in
Disadvantaged
Communities
Consider and prioritize safety projects on
HIN in Disadvantaged Communities Long-Term
Track and share
the project delivery
in Disadvantage
Communities
A roster of implementable countermeasures is listed in the appendix.

B4
Quick Build
Demonstration
Projects
or Tactical
Urbanism
Install swift, light, flexible, and adaptable
projects proven to achieve tangible
benefits. These demonstrations could
stay in place indefinitely or (more
typically) form the basis of the design
for a permanent project to come later.

Short-Term
Number of locations
where quick builds have
been implemented
B5 Low-Cost
Improvements
Implement cost-effective safety
enhancements, encompassing the
installation of new road markings,
signage, and minor signal adjustments.

MediumTerm
Number of locations
where enhancements
have been applied
B6
Prioritize
Design for
Top 5 Priority
corridors
Develop designs and secure grant funding for
the first Top 5 priority corridors, with a focus
on roadway designs for reduced speeds.

MediumTermNumber of projects
implemented
B7 Street Lighting
Project
Update citywide streetlights
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Public Works Department High
Public Works Department Medium
Public Works Department Long
Public Works Department Low
Public Works Department Medium
Public Works Department Medium
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Strategy Description Timeline Progress Measure
Operations & Technology
B8 Signal Timing
Updates
Updated signal timing plans to enhance
safety for all modes of transportation,
which may include adjustments to all-red
intervals and pedestrian crossing times.

Short-Term Percentage of
signals in updated
B9
Intelligent
Transportation
Systems (ITS)
Integrate Vision Zero safety principles
into forthcoming City plans and
design documents where feasible.

Long-Term
Incorporation
of Intelligent
Transportation Systems
(ITS) technologies to
enhance traffic safety
Policies & Design
B10 Design
Standards
Apply established and approved
design standards for design of
transportation facilities, as per State
guidelines and Municipal Code
Short-Term
Proportion of projects
meeting existing
design standards
B11 Complete
Street
Develop City’s complete Street
Policy and Design Standards
MediumTerm Design Standards
B12 Neighborhood
Traffic Calming
Develop City’s Neighborhood
Calming Program and Toolbox Short-Term Implementation of Program B13 Design Review
Create an internal procedure for evaluating
and, where possible, implementing
Vision Zero countermeasures on
projects located within HIN.

Long-Term
Percentage of public
and private projects
that integrate Vision
Zero components
B14
Design
Standard for
corridors facing
entrance to
Fire Station
Develop designs standard for
entrance to Fire Stations Short-Term Visual Inspection
Maintenance
B15 Tree and Brush
Trimming
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California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) Medium Public Works Department High
Public Works Department Low
Development Services Department, Public Works Department Medium Development Services Department, Public Works Department Short Development Services Department, Public Works Department Low Public Works Department, Police Department and Emergency Department, Caltrans Short Public Works Department Short
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Strategy Description Timeline
Education and Outreach
C1 Education Campaign
Initiate high-impact educational campaigns targeting issues like speeding, distracted driving, impaired driving, and other high-risk behaviors. To maximize their effectiveness, these campaigns will concentrate specifically on HIN corridors.

MediumTerm
C2 Speed Feedback Signs Promote the utilization of speed feedback signs to deter speeding. MediumTerm C3 Targeted Outreach
Discourage impaired driving by directing education
and outreach efforts towards locations in proximity
to alcohol-serving establishments.

MediumTerm
Provide Alternative to Driving
C4 Incentivize & Prioritize
Transit Use
Work with Transit Agencies to expand and improve transit networks, using technology to optimize transit schedules and provide real-time tracking. Ensure transit stops and stations are well-lit, secure, and monitored to enhance user safety.

Long
C5 Subsidized Transit Explore opportunities to expand free or subsidized transit fares during holidays, special events and late night rides.

MediumTerm
C6 Late-Night Options
Develop options and increase awareness through campaigns to encourage late-night transit, uber, rideshare, taxi and other services to provide alternative to impaired driving.

Long-Term
Enforcement
C7 Police Academy Integrate Vision Zero policies into Police Academy curriculum and in Safety Officer Training Long-Term
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Measure Key Partners City Resource
Number of people
reached and educated
City Manager's Office, Police Department, and Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) High
Number of signs
installed Public Works Department, Police Department Medium Several establishments
have been engaged
or reached through
the outreach efforts.

Police Department, City Manager’s Office Medium
Number of people
taking transit
(ridership data)
Public Works Department, Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) High Number of transit users
using this promotion Public Works Department, Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) High m
Reduction in
DUI crashes and
promotional activities
Public Works Department, Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) Medium m Number of officers
trained on Vision Zero Police Department Low
n efforts, enforcement measures, and providing alternatives to driving, especially during holidays, special events, and culture.
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Strategy Description Timeline
Bicyclist and Pedestrian
D1 Bicycle Network
Continued bicycle network development and
enhancement align with the City of South Lake Tahoe
Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Study (2017)/TRPA
Long-Term
D2 Pedestrian Crossing Install or enhance pedestrian crossing features along the High-Injury Network (HIN).

MediumTerm
D3 Turning Vehicles Complete projects that enhance bicycle and pedestrian safety by turning vehicles at intersections. Long-Term
D4
Develop and
Maintain an Active
Transportation Plan
Developing an ATP will advance Vision Zero goals by
creating safer, more accessible infrastructure and reducing traffic accidents resulting in killed and severe injuries.

Long-Term
D5 Countdown Timers Install pedestrian countdown timers at every existing and new signalized crossing location
MediumTerm
Motor Vehicle
D6
Warning Lights/
Flashing lights around
open spaces
Install or enhance warning lights/flashing lights features along the High-Injury Network (HIN) as well as open spaces
MediumTerm
Children and Seniors
D7 High-Visibility
Crosswalk Install high-visibility crosswalks in proximity to the schools. MediumTerm VULNERABLE ROAD USERS (ADDRESS PROFILE 2,3 & 4)
The strategies of the City of South Lake Tahoe acknowledge that individuals at both ends of the age spectrum, as w their reaction time and agility.
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Progress
Measure Key Partners City Resource
m
Lane miles of lowstress bicycle facilities
were installed
Public Works Department High
Number of upgraded
crossings Public Works Department, Caltrans High
m Number of projects that
have been implemented Public Works Department, Caltrans High m
Reduction of the
number of pedestrian
and bicycle facilities
TRPA High
Proportions of crossing
with countdown timers Public Works Department, Caltrans Medium Number of projects that
have been implemented Public Works Department High
Several crosswalks
near schools have
been designated as
“high visibility.”
Public Works Department, Caltrans Medium
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Strategy Description Timeline
D8 Senior Awareness Create an educational campaign targeting drivers to enhance safety for pedestrians aged 60 and above.

MediumTerm
D9
Increasing investments
in Safe Routes to
School and maintaining
a dedicated Safe Routes
to School coordinator
Utilizing the Vision Zero data on crashes and priority corridors to feed into a comprehensive City-wide Safe Routes to School plan. Update Safe Routes to School maps for every school by conducting walk audits and prioritizing projects in corridors that link multiple schools that are also Vision Zero priorities.

Continuo
D10
Reduce speeding
and speed limits
around schools.

It is partnering with other cities and jurisdictions to advocate for state legislation allowing them to utilize automated speed enforcement (such as safety cameras) near school zones.

Continuo
D11
Offer comprehensive
bicycle and pedestrian
safety education
to all children
Engaging elementary, middle, and high school students in Traffic safety through Safe Routes to School. It empowers young people as leaders to promote safe transportation in their communities.

To this end, universal bike skills training for all middle school students in public schools, a traffic safety curriculum, and its teaching in all elementary schools should be mandated.

Continuo
D12 Traffic Education for
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Measure Key Partners City Resource
Monitor crash data City Manager’s Office, City of South Lake Tahoe Senior Center Medium us
Reduction in the
number of crashes
around schools
Public Works Department, Lake Tahoe Unified School District Low us
Reduction in the
number of crashes
around schools
Public Works Department Low
us
Number of in-person
safety training
sessions conducted
Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD), Public Works Department Medium Several individuals
reached or were
impacted.

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TRANSPORTATION TECHNOLOGY
The technology related to transportation is evolving rapidly. From smartphone apps to regional infrastructure, the trend of creating “smart cities” extends enormously through this spectrum and into transportation. Some broad areas are offered:

Intersections represent the most significant challenge for vulnerable roadway users. Technology assistance can include:
• Bicycle Detection, Pedestrian Detection.
• Wayfinding and Orientation assistance devices for blind and visually impaired persons • Accessible Pedestrian Signals with custom speech messages (not tones, chirps, percussive sounds, etc.) for walk and flashing don’t walk; countdown displays; leading pedestrian intervals (LPIs) In the event of a crash, law enforcement personnel are exposed to the risks of active traffic while investigating the crash scene. A killed crash results in crime scene protocols, which require longer and more detailed investigation, resulting in even greater exposure to moving vehicular traffic hazards. • Deploy next-generation emergency vehicle preemption to reduce response times and increase safety. (Collaborate with Caltrans)
• Provide technology and training for officers to record better and preserve crash details and site evidence.
• Employ dynamic traffic rerouting strategies to minimize exposure to moving traffic.

Analysis should not be just reactive to documented crashes. Technology can provide a proactive view. • Deploy automated speed data collection technology to assess speeding patterns and conduct frequent road safety audits based on findings.
• Enhance signal system software and equipment to detect red lights running and use data for enforcement and engineering.

The City should take a leadership role in changing the characteristics of the vehicles traveling along our streets.
• Require that all new vehicles added to the City fleet beginning in 2035 have the latest crash reduction technology, such as lane departure warnings, forward crash avoidance sensors, school zone approach warnings, and other built-in safety equipment.
• Right-size city-owned vehicles by updating vehicle purchasing standards to ensure the City phases smaller cars with the latest crash reduction and safety technology into its fleet where possible. • Equip all City fleet vehicles with safety-related devices, designs, and technology that record and report dangerous driving behaviors.
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ACTIVELY PARTNER WITH TRANSIT AGENCY TO IMPROVE SAFETY FOR TRANSIT PATRONS:
• Evaluate opportunities to expand existing and implement new transit priority treatments. • Implement new transit vehicle engineering principles (such as rear-of-vehicle chevrons, right-side illumination during turns, and lane departure technology) to reduce crashes. • Provide protected crossings for transit patrons to cross streets to reach transit stops. Partner for funding design, installation, and maintenance of such devices as RRFBs and PHBs.

Getting people goods and services to their destination requires a fine-grained approach in the urban landscape. Automated modes and services have the potential to minimize the risk of mistakes, resulting in a safer environment. Technology and actions include:
• Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V) and Vehicle-to Infrastructure (V2I) interconnection and interaction. • Working with tech companies and organizations to pioneer autonomous vehicle testing and adoption to improve safety while protecting privacy.
• Enact ordinances and enable legislation that balances the needs of technology service providers and societal expectations.
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EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS
Establishing a Vision Zero policy should not be the end of the discussion. Continued community focus requires ongoing education and encouragement. For some, the answer to what Vision Zero means to them personally or collectively requires an ongoing discussion. These suggested events and programs can help to continue the debate and empower people to put a voice to what they may feel or are perceiving as they travel South Lake Tahoe’s streets.

SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL
Safe Routes to School is a movement that aims to make it safer and more accessible for students to walk and bike to school. The first federally funded Safe Routes to School program was created in 2005. Safe Routes to School programs have benefited over 14,000 schools in all 50 states. The demand continues to grow, especially in low-income communities, communities of color, and rural communities, where it is hard for anyone to safely and conveniently walk, bicycle, or get physical activity. The most successful Safe Routes to School programs incorporate the Six E’s: evaluation, education, encouragement, engineering, engagement, and equity. At the regional and state level, Safe Routes to School practitioners work to find new funding and ensure proper spending of existing funding for Safe Routes to School. At the federal level, the Safe Routes Partnership and its allies maintain a steady voice for policy and funding support in Washington and provide a source of expert help, ideas, and resources for leaders at all levels.

California's Safe Routes to School (SRTS) program is designed to improve safety and encourage more children to walk and bike to school. Established as part of California's broader efforts to promote active transportation, the SRTS program funds projects that address infrastructure and non-infrastructure improvements in school zones. Local agencies, schools, and community organizations can apply for grants to enhance pedestrian and bicyclist safety, reduce traffic, and foster healthier lifestyles for students.

The California SRTS program is supported through federal and state funding, including from the Active Transportation Program (ATP), prioritizes projects that demonstrate student benefits, especially in disadvantaged communities. Eligible projects may consist of sidewalks, crosswalks, signage, traffic calming measures, educational programs, and more. This funding is an essential resource for communities focused on reducing traffic crashes and creating safer routes to school, aligning with broader Vision Zero goals of eliminating traffic fatalities and severe injuries.

For more details, visit the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) Active Transportation Program website at Caltrans SRTS.
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AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) ENGAGEMENT
Ensuring accessibility for people with disabilities remains a significant challenge in South Lake Tahoe.

Independent travel is often hindered by missing sidewalks, damaged pathways, and unclear traffic signals, which force many individuals to rely on others for transportation. These barriers make independent mobility difficult and, in some cases, impossible. To address these challenges, collaboration with national organizations like AARP, Lighthouse for the Blind, and ADAPT offers opportunities to partner with local communities, share knowledge, and raise awareness about the importance of accessibility.

Engagement events, such as simulations of disabilities—where participants navigate streets while blindfolded or in a wheelchair—offer a robust, firsthand perspective of the daily challenges people with disabilities face. These experiences foster a deeper understanding of the necessity for accessibility improvements. Activities like walking with gait restraints also highlight the specific needs of individuals with ambulatory disabilities, offering valuable insights for city planners and decision-makers.

It is critical to actively involve individuals from marginalized communities, particularly those with disabilities, in the planning, programming, and engineering of public spaces. Their input ensures that ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) improvements are grounded in real-world experiences and better meet the entire community's needs.

The introduction of the Public Right of Way Accessibility Guidelines (PROWAG) Final Rule in September 2023 represents a significant milestone in accessibility planning. PROWAG sets new standards for ensuring pedestrian facilities in public rights-of-way are accessible to people with disabilities. Despite ongoing improvements, many pedestrians with disabilities across the United States, including South Lake Tahoe, still face obstacles from inaccessible sidewalks, crosswalks, and other infrastructure.

Two key components of PROWAG that are particularly beneficial for ADA planning in South Lake Tahoe include:
• Alternative Designs for Improved Accessibility: PROWAG allows using alternative designs, products, or technologies that provide accessibility equal to or greater than the guidelines require (R102.1 ADACovered Facilities and Equivalent Facilitation). • Feasibility in Complex Environments: In situations where full compliance is impossible due to physical constraints, PROWAG mandates meeting accessibility requirements to the maximum extent feasible (R202.3 Existing Physical Constraints).

Establishing constructive partnerships with ADA advocates and disability interest groups is essential to building consensus and implementing effective improvements. This collaborative approach ensures that new initiatives align with the context of South Lake Tahoe and that efforts are carried out with mutual trust and confidence in their long-term success.

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WALKING/CYCLING/TRANSIT FIELD DAYS
In South Lake Tahoe, Walking, Cycling, and Transit Field Days are community events designed to encourage residents to explore alternative modes of transportation beyond driving. Events such as "Ride Your Bike to Work Day," "Walk Your Child to School Day," and "Take the Bus to Work Day" motivate participants to embrace healthier, more sustainable ways to travel. As residents engage in these activities, they become more aware of the challenges and obstacles associated with walking, cycling, and transit in the city, particularly in areas where safety and comfort are compromised.

In addition to these themed days, South Lake Tahoe hosts community walking and cycling assessments.

These events are led by experienced practitioners who guide groups through key areas of the community.

As participants walk or cycle, they identify and document deficiencies in the built environment, such as broken sidewalks, lack of bike lanes, unclear signage, and unsafe crossings. This hands-on experience helps highlight the issues that make non-motorized travel difficult and offers a chance to envision solutions.

A walk audit is an assessment of the pedestrian safety, accessibility, and comfort of a particular area. In addition to documenting specific issues and engaging the community in advocating for improvements, walk audits can be most effective when public officials and community members of varying backgrounds, ages, and abilities are intentionally invited and welcomed along so they can experience and react to the conditions directly.

The Walk2Connect program of America Walks helps build a more human and connected world by empowering individuals, community groups, and businesses to experience the benefits of personto-person, shoulder-to-shoulder connection – “life at 3 mph.” Rooted in the simple act of walking, Walk2Connect grows the walking movement by inviting communities down pathways toward sustained communal health and stronger community relationships.

Some suggestions for success include:
• Set some goals- Decide what you want to accomplish
• Pick your place- Choose the route carefully, scout it ahead of time, and make sure everyone will be safe
• Grab gear- Bring along clipboards, printed guides, and pens, as well as tape measures and a camera • Take pause- Stop every few blocks to analyze the conditions, make notes, and take photos. • Keep it short – Don’t make it too long, a one-mile walk audit can easily last an hour with stops for discussion
• Curate your crew – Identify participants from the neighborhood and others whom you want to recruit as advocates
• Bring in local leaders – Invite one or two public officials such as planners, engineers, or City Council members

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• Use tools – Choose a specific guide such as the AARP Walk Audit Tool Kit and send it to participants in advance
• Chat and assess – At the end, ask everyone to share their “take-aways” More information can be found at https://americawalks.org/.

MEDICAL SERVICE PROVIDERS
Communities aiming for Vision Zero policies should partner with local healthcare and emergency services.

These entities witness firsthand the impact of traffic incidents and hold valuable data, such as anonymized emergency room visit records. These records reveal unreported crash locations and details that can guide community engagement and educational initiatives to enhance traffic safety.

For instance, the collaboration between Austin, Texas, and Dell Children’s Hospital showcased the power of such partnerships. Dell Children’s provided GIS-based crash data, including heat maps of motor vehicle, bike, and pedestrian incidents seen in their emergency room. This data uncovered unreported crashes, especially in lower socioeconomic areas and communities of color. It highlighted incidents involving intoxicated individuals and revealed details like bike helmet usage in cyclist crashes and child seat information in motor vehicle incidents involving children.

This partnership enabled targeted educational efforts, distribution of free safety gear, and improvements in traffic signal operations, sidewalks, and pedestrian facilities based on crash data. Additionally, it aided in directing traffic enforcement actions, investigating overserving in drinking establishments, and identifying areas needing better safety measures.

IMPROVING ACCESS TO TRANSIT
The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) offers programs and funding opportunities to enhance the understanding and need for effective public transit. For example, their Enhanced Mobility of Seniors & Individuals with Disabilities - Section 5310 program provides formula funding to states and designated recipients to meet the transportation needs of older adults and people with disabilities when the transportation service provided is unavailable, insufficient, or inappropriate to meet these needs. The program aims to improve mobility for older adults and people with disabilities by removing barriers to transportation services and expanding mobility options. More information is available at https://www. transit.dot.gov/.

Another resource is the National Alliance of Public Transportation Advocates (NAPTA), a national organization representing grassroots transit coalitions, grassroots transit rider organizations, and advocates that support increasing investment in public transportation. Their objectives are:
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• To create a diverse, committed, visible national alliance of local public transit coalitions. • To generate heightened advocacy through constituent visits, calls, e-mails, and letters at necessary and appropriate times in the congressional decision-making process. • To link local transit coalitions with new advocacy tools and resources.

NAPTA supports the Transit-Walkability Collaborative, which consists of national, state-level, and local leaders in the walkability and public transit advocacy movements who recognize the synergies between these two transportation modes and the benefits of collaboration.

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TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT

PROGRAMS
Traffic regulations are in place to establish a sense of order and guarantee the safety of all individuals navigating South Lake Tahoe. Compliance with these road laws will enable law enforcement to foster secure and inviting streets within the City. These suggested traffic enforcement strategies and programs will help keep the City's streets safe.

HIGH VISIBILITY ENFORCEMENT
High-visibility enforcement is a multifaceted approach to law enforcement that captures the public’s attention by employing highly visible patrols, such as saturation patrols or message boards. The fundamental purpose of high-visibility enforcement is to encourage voluntary adherence to traffic laws, and according to research conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), it stands out as one of the most effective strategies for improving safety outcomes.

Important to note that traditional traffic law enforcement methods have led to concerns about racial profiling, police violence, and negative impacts on communities of color. According to the US Department of Justice, Black and Hispanic individuals face a higher likelihood of experiencing police force during stops compared to white individuals. In response, cities are transitioning to equity-focused approaches prioritizing safety for all, targeting the most dangerous reckless behaviors while addressing enforcement disparities. This shift involves various strategies, including implementing fairer fine structures and analyzing demographic data in traffic citations.

VARIABLE SPEED FEEDBACK WARNING SIGNS
Variable speed feedback warning signs is a key countermeasure under the Vision Zero initiative. These tools enhance road safety by actively monitoring and managing vehicle speeds. Speed feedback signs alert drivers to their current speed, encouraging compliance with posted limits. Together, these measures aim to reduce speeding-related incidents, eliminating traffic crashes resulting in killed and severe injuries.

TRAFFIC SAFETY DIVERSION PROGRAM
Design a traffic safety diversion program for bicycle and pedestrian traffic violations to facilitate access to safety courses and programs centered on biking and walking. The program would allow people who bike and walk to remove or reduce a traffic violation fine while also learning pedestrian and bicycle laws and safe walking and riding skills.
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HIGH VISIBILITY SATURATION PATROLS
A saturation patrol, which can also be referred to as a blanket patrol or a dedicated DWI patrol, involves a substantial contingent of law enforcement officers (LEOs) conducting surveillance within a designated region to identify impaired drivers. Typically, these patrols are scheduled for periods and locations where incidents of impaired driving-related crashes frequently transpire. Similar to well-publicized sobriety checkpoint initiatives, the primary objective of widely announced saturation patrol programs is to discourage individuals from driving under the influence by elevating the perceived likelihood of being apprehended. Therefore, it is crucial to extensively promote and regularly carry out saturation patrols as part of an ongoing program dedicated to this purpose.
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PARTNERSHIP
The City of South Lake Tahoe will require partnerships to increase the efficacy of the Vision Zero Action Plan. Several strategies have been identified below. The methods and supporting elements will also grow as conditions and strategies evolve.

COLLABORATION WITH THE CITIES IN THE LAKE TAHOE BASIN
Partner with cities in the Lake Tahoe Basin to advocate and engage with the State Legislature and the Governor to pass legislation. This legislative change will allow South Lake Tahoe to enhance the enforcement of traffic safety laws.

PUBLIC HEALTH AND MEDICAL INSTITUTION
Establish partnerships with local public health organizations, hospitals, and trauma centers to integrate crash data with health outcome information. This data linkage will provide a more comprehensive understanding of the crash impact and support evidence-based solutions in South Lake Tahoe’s Vision Zero initiatives.

PRIVATE SECTOR ENGAGEMENT
Collaborate with private sector entities, including businesses heavily reliant on South Lake Tahoe streets, such as delivery companies and transportation network companies (TNCs). This partnership will ensure that private companies actively contribute to Vision Zero efforts and prioritize street safety in their operations.

ADVOCACY FOR SAFER DELIVERY VEHICLES
Collaboratively pursue local and state regulations that mandate using smaller, safer delivery vehicles in urban environments. South Lake Tahoe can work with partner cities and organizations to promote the adoption of these regulations where appropriate.

TRAFFIC SAFETY EDUCATION IN SCHOOLS
Work with the State Department of Education to integrate traffic safety education into school curriculums across South Lake Tahoe. This initiative aims to educate and raise students' awareness of the importance of safe road behaviors.

COMMUNITY AND SCHOOL AMBASSADOR PROGRAMS
Launch community and school-based outreach programs in South Lake Tahoe. Utilize resources available on South Lake Tahoe’s Vision Zero website to create materials and activities that increase awareness and engagement in preventing future injury crashes. These programs will involve local communities and schools in promoting road safety within the City.
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PARTNER WITH TRANSIT AGENCIES
Forge partnerships with regional transit agencies to implement coordinated safety measures to reduce traffic deaths and injuries. By collaborating with transit agencies, South Lake Tahoe can explore strategies such as enhanced driver training programs, implementation of advanced safety technologies in public transit vehicles—including crash avoidance systems and real-time monitoring—and developing shared safety data systems. Additionally, joint initiatives can focus on improving infrastructure around transit hubs to enhance pedestrian and cyclist safety.

By working together, South Lake Tahoe and transit agencies can create a safer, more integrated transportation system that aligns with Vision Zero principles. By adapting these strategies, the City of South Lake Tahoe can enhance the efficacy of its Vision Zero plan, fostering a safer and more secure environment for its residents.
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VISION ZERO TASK FORCE WORK
PLAN
The Vision Zero Task Force aims to eliminate all killed and severe injury crashes in South Lake Tahoe while increasing safe, healthy, and easily accessible mobility. This work plan outlines the key actions, responsible parties, timelines, and desired outcomes to achieve these goals.

GOALS
• Eliminate traffic killed and severe injuries.
• Improve safety for vulnerable road users.
• Enhance crash and injury data quality.
• Strengthen local and regional partnerships.

1. Annual Killed and Severe Injury Crashes Reporting
• Action: Collect, analyze, and report data.
• Outcome: Data-driven decision-making.

2. Review Annual Traffic Enforcement, Citations for Top Five Killed and Severe Injuries Causes
• Action: Analyze and adjust enforcement strategies.
• Outcome: Targeted enforcement to reduce severe incidents.

3. Reach Vulnerable Road Users Via Existing Efforts
• Action: Integrate safety messages into City programs. • Outcome: Increased safety awareness.

4. Collaborate with TTD for Safer Transit Areas
• Action: Conduct safety audits and implement improvements. • Outcome: Safer transit stops.

5. Coordinate Education Campaigns with Enforcement
• Action: Launch campaigns timed with enforcement blitzes. • Outcome: Increased public compliance with traffic laws.

6. Improve Crash and Injury Data Quality
• Action: Update data collection protocols and train staff • Outcome: Reliable data for safety initiatives.
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7. Performance Metrics
• Reduction in traffic killed and severe injuries.
• Number of citations for five killed and severe injury causes. • Safety improvements around transit stops.
• Public awareness levels.
• Quality of crash and injury data.

8. Reporting
• Frequency: Annual reports to the City Council and the public. • Review: Annual review meetings for effectiveness adjustments.

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FUNDING & IMPLEMENTATION
The following key criteria are recommended for scoring and ranking location-specific design projects to help prioritize future safety projects in the City of South Lake Tahoe. These criteria will ensure that projects align with the city’s safety and community goals:

These are the following key criteria to score and prioritize the design projects:
• Crash Frequency/History
• Crash Severity
• Crash Types
• Safety Benefits
• Roadway Characteristics
• Benefits to Vulnerable Road Users
• School Safety Impact
• Equity Impact
• Public Engagement
• Cost-Effectiveness
• Ease of Implementation
Using these criteria, the City of South Lake Tahoe can effectively prioritize projects that will most significantly enhance the safety and quality of life for all residents and visitors.

PRIORIZATION MATRIX:

Criteria Description
Crash Frequency/
History The number of crashes occurred at a location over a set period (e.g. 5- 10 years).

Crash Severity Prioritizing projects with locations having a higher proportion of killed and severe injury crashes.

Crash Types Prioritizing projects with locations that have prevalent crash types like run-off-road, head-on, and angle crashes is important.

Safety Benefits
This evaluates the crashes severity risk associated with the project location based on a 10-year crashes history. A severity index is first determined by weighting each crashes to calculate the safety benefit score. KSI crashes are assigned 5 points, severe injury crashes 3 points, and possible injury crashes 1 point. The corridor ranking system also includes crashes that occurred at intersections. This criterion includes both Crash Severity and Crash Frequency/History.
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Criteria Description
Roadway
Characteristics Factoring in roadway geometry, lane/shoulder widths, sight distances, etc.

Benefits to
Vulnerable
Road Users
Projects that include improvements benefiting pedestrians, bicyclists, transit users, or persons with disabilities.

School Safety Impact Projects that improve safety on roadways and intersections within 0.25 miles of an existing school.

Equity Impact Projects located fully or partially in, or adjacent to, transportation-disadvantaged census tracts.

Public Engagement Projects that have garnered community support through prior planning efforts or outreach processes.

Cost-Effectiveness Evaluating the cost estimates of potential countermeasures.

Ease of
Implementation
Projects are prioritized based on the complexity of their countermeasures - for high-ease improvements like signs, lights, striping, and crosswalks; for mediumease improvements like sidewalks, medians, and new signals; and low-ease improvements requiring lane/geometry changes, right-of-way acquisition, or utility or drainage work.

FUNDING
The City of South Lake Tahoe has several funding opportunities available to support safety improvements:

Caltrans' Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) and the Active Transportation Program (ATP) offer funding for projects to reduce traffic fatalities and promote safer walking and biking. The California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) provides grants for traffic safety initiatives, including enforcement, education, and infrastructure upgrades. At the same time, the Safe Routes to School (SRTS) program supports efforts to ensure children can walk and bike safely to school. South Lake Tahoe can also seek funding through the State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) and the Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) for infrastructure projects enhancing pedestrian and cyclist safety. The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) supports regional transportation safety improvements, and the Federal Highway Administration's Surface Transportation Block Grant (STBG) program provides flexible funding for road safety enhancements.

Additionally, the Local Road Safety Plan (LRSP) program can help South Lake Tahoe address specific safety concerns. At the same time, partnerships with private organizations, such as the California Community Foundation, may offer further financial resources to support public safety initiatives.

FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES
• California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) - Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP): Caltrans offers funding through the HSIP to reduce traffic fatalities and severe injuries on public roads. The City could seek funds for infrastructure safety improvements, including pedestrian and cyclist safety enhancements.
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• Active Transportation Program (ATP): Caltrans administers the ATP, which supports projects that promote walking, biking, and safer non-motorized transportation. The City can apply for funds to develop pedestrian and bicycle safety projects.
• California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) Grants: OTS provides funding to local agencies for programs that address road safety, including traffic enforcement, safety education, and infrastructure improvements. The City can apply for grants to support traffic safety initiatives such as Vision Zero and pedestrian safety campaigns.
• Safe Routes to School (SRTS): California Program: The state’s SRTS program funds projects that promote safe and active transportation for children traveling to and from school. The City could apply for infrastructure improvements and educational programs that make walking and biking to school safer.
• State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP): The STIP is a multi-year capital improvement program funded by the state to assist with transportation projects. It can be used for highway and local road safety improvements, including those focused on pedestrian and cyclist safety in South Lake Tahoe.
• Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA): TRPA is a bi-state planning agency that oversees transportation projects in the Tahoe Basin. To ensure safer mobility in the City, they offer funding and planning assistance for regional safety improvement projects, including pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure.
• Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP): Caltrans administers the TAP, which funds smallerscale transportation projects such as pedestrian and bicycle facilities. The City can apply for funds to enhance street crossings and reduce vehicle-pedestrian crashes. • Federal Highway Administration (FHWA): Surface Transportation Block Grant Program (STBG):

STBG offers flexible funding for projects improving pedestrian and vehicle safety. The City can leverage these federal grants to implement road safety improvements and traffic calming measures. • Local Road Safety Plan (LRSP): This plan helps California cities like South Lake Tahoe create tailored road safety plans to identify and address safety challenges. Funding is available to implement identified improvements for pedestrians and drivers in high-risk areas. • California Community Foundation: Transportation and Safety Grants: Foundations and nonprofits often support local government projects to improve public health and safety. The City could explore partnership opportunities with private organizations to secure additional funding. 302
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IMPLEMENTATION
Successful implementation of the Vision Zero Action Plan in the City of South Lake Tahoe will require close collaboration with key safety partners, including local municipalities, Caltrans, law enforcement, emergency responders, community organizations, and relevant state and regional agencies. Establishing or extending an existing Task Force to meet regularly, coordinate activities, review progress, and address any emerging challenges is crucial. Integrating safety strategies and countermeasures into the City's transportation planning, capital improvement programs, and project development efforts is essential.

This includes prioritizing safety projects for funding and ensuring that safety countermeasures are incorporated into all new infrastructure projects from the design phase onward. Coordinating with Caltrans and neighboring municipalities to implement improvements on shared road networks is also a key aspect of success. Funding plays a critical role, and it will be necessary to pursue diverse sources of federal, state, and local funding, as well as grants and public-private partnerships, to secure the resources required to advance safety projects and achieve Vision Zero goals. 303
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MONITORING & EVALUATION
Continuous monitoring and periodic evaluation are essential to ensure South Lake Tahoe's Vision Zero Action Plan achieves its goals. A set of quantifiable performance measures, such as the number of killed and seriously injured (KSI) crashes, citations, observational data, and public feedback, should be established to track progress. Implementing consistent data collection protocols across the city is crucial for accuracy, including gathering collision data, roadway information from Caltrans, law enforcement citation data, observational studies, and community input through public feedback tools.

The City of South Lake Tahoe should designate a lead agency or working group, such as the Vision Zero Task Force, to oversee the recurring compilation of data from all relevant sources. Developing a regularly updated collision dashboard and a GIS-based monitoring platform will allow the city to track implementation progress and assess safety improvements over time. Detailed before-and-after studies should be conducted to ensure the effectiveness of high-cost, area-specific safety measures, comparing baseline conditions with post-implementation outcomes regarding collision rates, traffic speeds, and safety conflicts.

The collected data and evaluations of performance measures should be reviewed annually with key stakeholders, including local agencies and safety partners. This process will help identify areas where goals are not being met, inform necessary adjustments or new strategies, highlight emerging safety issues, and guide updates to the Vision Zero Action Plan every two to five years. Ongoing monitoring, evaluation, and plan revisions based on observed data are vital for ensuring long-term safety improvements in South Lake Tahoe.

MEASURING EFFECTIVENESS OF SAFETY PROJECTS
Implementing effective countermeasures and validating their success is crucial for achieving the goals of the Vision Zero Plan. This section outlines the key activities and protocols for monitoring and evaluating the performance of individual safety projects.

PRE-IMPLEMENTATION DATA COLLECTION
Before any safety project is implemented, comprehensive baseline data should be collected within the project area to enable future before/after comparison analysis. Data to be compiled includes:

Collision Data:
• Collision types (pedestrian, angle, rear end, etc.)
• Collision severity levels
• Locations and corridors
• Contributing factors
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Traffic Data:
• Vehicle traffic volumes
• Pedestrian and bicycle traffic counts
Operations Data:
• 85th percentile and pace speeds
• Vehicle/pedestrian/bicycle conflict observations
• Observable road user behavior and compliance levels

STATISTICAL ANALYSIS METHODOLOGY
Appropriate statistical techniques can be applied to account for regression-to-mean effects, traffic volume changes over time, and other potential biases. Recommended approaches include the Empirical Bayes method and advanced regression modeling.

Using these techniques, the predicted long-term safety performance should be calculated, assuming no safety improvements were implemented. This becomes the baseline for comparison.

POST-IMPLEMENTATION DATA COLLECTION
After allowing sufficient time following project implementation (typically one to three years), the exact scope of “after” data can be re-collected to enable a before/after comparison.

PERFORMANCE EVALUATION MEASURES
The following key safety performance measures can be evaluated by comparing predicted vs. actual postimplementation conditions:
• Total crashes
• KSI Crashes
• Crashes by type (pedestrian, intersection, roadway departure, etc.) • Operating speeds
• Conflicts between modes (vehicle/pedestrian/bicycle)
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SUPPLEMENTAL MEASURES FOR BEHAVIORAL SAFETY PROJECTS
For safety initiatives focused on influencing driver, pedestrian, or bicyclist behavior (e.g. education campaigns, enforcement activities), leading indicators of compliance can be tracked, such as:
• Speeding violations
• Impaired driving arrests/citations
• Distracted driving violations
• Pedestrian and bicycle traffic counts
• Observed yielding/compliance behavior

PROJECT EVALUATION REPORT
All findings from the before/after analysis should be documented in a comprehensive Project Evaluation Report containing:
• Project scope and description of implemented countermeasures • Implementation costs
• Data collection processes and sources
• Statistical analysis methodology
• Summary of before/after performance results
• Assessment of whether intended benefits were achieved • Lessons learned and recommendations
• Supplemental policy, program, or design guidance as applicable

CONTINUAL MONITORING PROCESS
To ensure ongoing effectiveness evaluation, the City of South Lake Tahoe should establish:
• Routine schedules for MOE (Measure of Effectiveness) data collection and analysis • Designated staff responsibilities for MOE activities
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PLAN UPDATE
The City of South Lake Tahoe’s Vision Zero Action Plan should be treated as a dynamic, living document and updated every two to five years following its adoption. The update process should include a comprehensive review of the latest collision data, changes in the transportation network, and newly available data sources to identify shifting safety needs. A thorough evaluation of the effectiveness of implemented strategies, based on the monitoring and evaluation processes, is essential for informing future updates. Engaging key stakeholders through the Vision Zero Task Force and public outreach efforts will be critical to gathering feedback and identifying areas for improvement or modification. Based on these findings, the plan’s goals, strategies, countermeasures, implementation timeline, and performance measures may need adjustments to better address ongoing or emerging safety challenges. Regular updates will ensure that the Vision Zero Action Plan remains relevant and effective in driving sustained improvements in traffic safety for the City of South Lake Tahoe. 307
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Vision Zero Action Plan
2 Vision Zero is a strategy to
• Eliminate all traffic fatalities and severe injuries; • Provide safer, healthier, and equitable mobility
alternatives;
• Accommodate all modes of transportation;
• Develop solutions that are collaborative, equitable
and data-driven;
• Implement a safe systems approach;
• Deaths and serious injuries are unacceptable
• Humans make mistakes
• Humans are vulnerable
• Responsibility is shared
• Safety is proactive
• Redundancy is crucial
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• A data-driven approach to identify, analyze, and
prioritize roadway safety improvements
• Considers stakeholder and community feedback to
identify additional traffic safety-related concerns
• Allows the Village to implement a systemic approach to address crashes
• Tailored to the Village's and Community specific traffic safety needs – based on the data
• Implementation: The village is eligible to apply for grants (Safe Streets for All (SS4A))
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Why do we need Vision Zero?
3 City Streets (2014-2023)
State Routes (2014-2023)
Collision
Severity
Roadway
Segment
Intersecti
on
Total
Killed 1 3 4
Severe Injury 4 15 19
Other Visible
Injury
6 54 60
Complaint of
Pain
8 61 69
Total 19 133 152
Collision
Severity
Roadway
Segment
Intersecti
on
Total
Killed 3 10 13
Severe Injury 5 25 30
Other Visible
Injury
16 51 67
Complaint of
Pain
26 85 111
Total 50 171 221
Between 2014-2023, 43 KSI collisions are observed on the State Routes.

Between 2014-2023, 23 KSI collisions are observed on the City streets.

Note: Killed and Severe Injury (KSI)
All Injury Collisions (2014-2023)
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South Lake Tahoe’s Vision Zero Action Plan
4 • Comprehensive safety initiative aimed at eliminating killed and serious injury traffic crashes within South Lake Tahoe by 2035.
• Encompasses a safe system approach for pedestrians,
cyclists, and motorists that integrates engineering,
enforcement, education, and data-driven decision-making. • Establish a task force, analyze existing conditions and historical trends, identify high-risk locations, engage with stakeholders, assess policies and guidelines, develop a comprehensive project list, and ensure public accessibility of the plan through online publication.
• Create a well-coordinated and inclusive action plan that addresses safety needs, incorporates stakeholder input, identifies opportunities for improvement, and establishes a framework for measuring progress.
• By effectively implementing this plan, the City can apply for grants to fund and execute each project identified.

SS4A Action Plan
Requirements Sections
Leadership
Commitment and Goal
Setting
 Vision Statement
 Setting up a Task Force Team
Planning Structure  Community Engagement
 Data Collection & Analysis
Safety Analysis  Data-Driven Approach
 Collision Profiles
Engagement and
Collaboration  Community Engagement
Policy and Process
Changes
 Action Plan
 Transportation Technology
 Educational Programs
 Traffic Enforcement Program
 Vision Zero
Strategy and Project
Selections
 Action Plan
 Implementable Actions
Progress and
Transparency
 Project Website and Updates
 Regular Task Force Meetings/Project
Timeline
 Monitoring Implementation
Action Plan Adoption
Date  Adopted by Spring 2025
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South Lake Tahoe’s Vision Zero Resolution
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Process & Timeline
6 Community
Input #1
Develop Safety
Countermeasure
s
Data Collection
(10 years –
2014-2023)
Collision Trend
Analysis
Identification of
High-Risk
Network
Integrate Plans
& Prioritize
Improvements
Action Plan Vision Zero
Report
Task Force
Meeting #2 /
Community
Input #2
Task Force
Meetings #1
Vision Zero
Resolution
Adoption Project
Kickoff
You are
here
February 7th , 2024 July 10th , 2024
Vision Zero
Final Report
City Council
Adoption
September 24th , 2024
October 3rd, 2024 & October 16th, 2024
November 15th January 14, 2025 , 2024
October 10th, 2023
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 29 percent of the reported traffic concerns
were attributed to motor vehicles, while 33
percent were pedestrians.
 73 percent of the reported traffic concerns
were attributed to intersection safety, while
20 percent were related to pedestrian safety,
and 19 percent to speeding.
 27 percent of map tool comments
included bicycle safety.
 Seven percent of map tool
comments are related to
intersection safety.

Among all reported intersection traffic concerns, US 50, Pioneer Trail, Johnson Boulevard, Lakeview Avenue,
Tahoe Keys Boulevard, Herbert Avenue, and US 89 had
the highest traffic concerns.
29 percent of the traffic concerns were related to motor vehicles, while 33 percent were related to pedestrians, followed by 38 percent bicycle-related issues.

Project Approach
7 314
Community Engagement
8 https://app.maptionnaire.com/q/3fpw6xiu72c4
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Map Tool Comments
9 73%
27%
Number of traffic concenrs at
intersections & corridors
Intersection
Corridor
27%
1%
7% 7%
1%
20%
1%
4% 2% 1% 1%
19%
7%
0%
5%
10%
15%
20%
25%
30%
Bicycle Safety Intersection Safety Narrow Road Roadway Safety Sidewalk Improvemetns Snow Conditions Traffic Sign Violations Traffic Concerns
Traffic Issues
Traffic Safety Issues
38%
29%
33%
Traffic concerns by Mode Type
Bicycle
Motor Vehicle
Pedestrian
10 5
8 22
19 20
0 5
10 15
20 25
Bicycle Motor Vehicle Pedestrian
Co
m
ments
Mode
Traffic Concerns by Mode
Corridors
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Map Tool Comments
10 39
11 4 4 3 3 3 2 2
0 10
20 30
40 50
US 50 Pioneer Trial Al Tahoe
Boulevard
Keller Road Johnson
Boulevard
Lakeview
Avenue
Tahoe Keys
Boulevard
Herbert Avenue US 89
Traffic Concerns
Corridors
Corridors of Concerns
4 3
2 2 2 2 2 2 2
0 1
2 3
4 5
US 50 & US 89 US 50 & Lodi
Avenue
Keller Road &
Bonita Road
Lakeview Avenue
& Riverside
Avenue
Los Angeles
Avenue & Harrison
Avenue
Spruce Avenue &
Champlain Drive
US 50 & Cave Rock
Avenue
US 50 & Sonora
Avenue
US 50 & Wildwood
Avenue
Traffic Concerns
Intersections
Intersections of Concerns
Five corridors with the highest
number of traffic concerns:
• US 50
• Pioneer Trail
• Al Tahoe Boulevard
• Keller Road
• Johnson Boulevard
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Crash Trends & Analysis
11 All Killed and Severe Injury Crashes (2014-2023)
All Killed and Severe Injury Crashes (2014-2023)
City Streets State Routes
Five corridors with the
highest number of killed
and severe injury
crashes:
• Pioneer Trial
• Ski Run Boulevard
• Tahoe Keys Boulevard
• Blackwood Road
• Merced Avenue
State Routes with the highest
number of killed and severe injury
crashes:
• Lake Tahoe Boulevard (US 50)
• Emerald Bay Road (SR 89)
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Crash Trends & Analysis
12 City Streets (2014-2023) State Routes (2014-2023)
22%
26%
17%
35% Pedestrian
Bicycle
26%
16%
26%
32%
Pedestrian
• Bicycle Crashes (6 KSI Crashes)
• Pedestrian Crashes (5 KSI Crashes)
• Motorcycle Crashes (4 KSI Crashes)
• Other Motor Vehicle (8 KSI Crashes)
• Bicycle Crashes (7 KSI Crashes)
• Pedestrian Crashes (11 KSI Collisions)
• Motorcycle Crashes (11 KSI Crashes)
• Other Motor Vehicle (14 KSI Crashes)
Pedestrian/Bicycle Crashes (KSI) Pedestrian/Bicycle Crashes (KSI) 2 2 0 0
3 4 2 1
5 4
11 6 7 5
12 11
19 17
28 36
0 10
20 30
40 50
2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023
Number of Collisions
Year
KSI Collisions Injury Collisions
2 3 2
1 10 4
7 2
5 7
10 8
13 4
13 18
24 34
46 51
0 10
20 30
40 50
60 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023
Number of Collisions
Year
KSI Collisions Injury Collisions
319
Speed Kills
13 1% 0% 0% 0% 0%
55% 61% 50%
63%
93%
13% 13%
0%
16%
2%
20%
22%
50%
16%
4% 11% 4% 0% 5%
1%
1% 0% 0% 0% 0%
0%
20%
40%
60%
80%
100%
All Injury Crashes KSI Crashes Killed Severe Injuries Segment (miles) City Streets -Posted Speed of Roadway and Severity of Crashes 15 mph 25 mph 30 mph 35 mph 40 mph 45 mph
24% 26% 15%
30% 24%
73% 70% 85% 63%
63%
3% 5% 0% 7%
8% 0% 0%
0% 5%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
80%
90%
100%
All Injury Collisions KSI Collisions Killed Severe Injuries Segment (miles) State Routes-Posted Speed of Roadway and Severity of Crashes 35 mph 40 mph 45 mph 55 mph
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Crash Trends (2014-2024)
14 Crash Trends City Streets
(KSI Crashes)
State Routes
(KSI Crashes)
Broadside Crashes 39% (9) 42% (18)
Nighttime Crashes 43% (10) 65% (28)
Age Group 20-39 30% (7) 40% (17)
Automobile Right of Way 17% (4) 30% (13)
Driving Under Influence 22% (5) 16% (7)
Pedestrian and Bicycle Crashes 48% (11) 42% (18)
Killed and Severe Injury (KSI) Crash Trend Analysis:
24%
20%
23%
33%
0%
5%
10%
15%
20%
25%
30%
35%
Pedestrian Bicycle Motorcyle Other Motor Vehicle
Percentage of Crashes
Mode
Percentage of Total Crashes in South Lake Tahoe by Mode (Observed on both City Streets and State Routes) Note: Pedestrian crashes=16, Bicycle crashes=13, Motorcycle crashes=15, Other Motor Vehicle crashes=22 321
Corridors – High Injury Network (2014 – 2024)
15 ID Corridors Length
(miles)
Killed+ Severe
Injuries
Pedestrian
/Bicycle
A Pioneer Trial: Lake Tahoe Boulevard (US 50) to City
Limits (South) 2.9 6 2
B Ski Run Boulevard: Paradise Avenue to Pioneer Trial 0.5 2 2 C Tahoe Keys Boulevard: Colorado Avenue to Idaho
Avenue 0.2 1 1
D Blackwood Road: Glenwood Way to Pioneer Trail 0.6 2 1 E Merced Avenue: Fresno Avenue to Oakland
Avenue 0.3 1 1
F Saddle Road: Ski Run Boulevard to Keller Road 0.5 1 1 G 12th Street: Anita Avenue to Emerald Bay Road (SR
89) 0.3 1 1
H Venice Drive: Tahoe Keys Boulevard to Venice Drive E 0.4 1 1 I 13th Street: Tata Lane to Gardner Street 0.4 1 1
J Al Tahoe Boulevard: Lake Tahoe Boulevard (US 50)
to Johnson Boulevard 0.4 1 0
K Park Avenue: Pine Road to Lake Tahoe Boulevard
(US 50) 0.2 1 1
L Reno Avenue: Lake Tahoe
Boulevard (US 50) to Elwood Avenue 0.2 1 0
M Stockton Avenue: Lake Tahoe Boulevard (US 50) to
Elwood Avenue 0.2 1 0
N Pine Hill Road: Rocky Point Road to Keller Road 0.3 1 0 O Glenwood Way: Rancho Drive to Pioneer Trail 0.5 1 0
P Lake Parkway: Park Avenue to City limits
(Northeast) 0.2 1 0
Q Lake Tahoe Boulevard (US 50): Stateline Ave to
Emerald Bay Road 5.0 36 17
R Emerald Bay Road (SR 89): West Way to Airport Road 2.9 7 1 322
Countermeasure Toolbox
16 ROADWAY DESIGN

PEDESTRIAN
SAFETY

BICYCLE SAFETY

OPERATIONS AND

SIGNAL TIMINGS

SPEED MANAGEMENT

SIGNAGE AND

MARKING

EDUCATION AND PUBLIC

AWARENESS

ENFORCEMENT
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Collision Profiles
17 Crash patterns at intersections and along corridors on city streets and state routes have been similar. These profiles encompass crashes occurring on City Streets and State Routes. Between 2014 and 2023, the City Streets observed 23 KSI Crashes, and the State Routes observed 43 KSI Crashes. The City of South Lake Tahoe observed 66 KSI Crashes.  Signalized Intersections (State Owned): 19
 Signalized Intersections (City Owned) : 3
Improve Safety at Intersections
(53 crashes)
Address Pedestrian Violation
(11 crashes)
Address Pedestrian Crashes at
Intersections (10 crashes)
Address Bicycle Crashes at
Intersections (13 crashes)
Reduce Night time Crashes
(38 crashes)
Driving Under Influence (DUI)
(12 crashes)
Address Broadside Crashes
(27 crashes)
Address Motorcycle Crashes at Intersections
(11 crashes)
Improve 40+MPH Streets
(33 crashes)
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Collision Profiles
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Proposed Vision Zero Action Plan Projects
19 • Neighborhood Traffic Calming Policy, Program and Toolbox • Complete Streets Policy and Design Standards
• Citywide Sign Inventory, Retro-Reflectivity, and Upgrade Project • Develop and Maintain Active Transportation Plan
• Citywide Streetlight Inventory
• Tree Trimming Program
• Late-Night Transit Program
• Proposed Short-Term Projects on High Injury Network: install centerlines, edge lines, and sharrows on bike routes, retro-reflective back plates on City-owned signal lights
• Proposed Corridor Improvements:
• Lake Tahoe Boulevard, South of Emerald
• Julie Lane
• Eloise Avenue
• Tahoe Keys Boulevard
• Pioneer Trail
• Mini Traffic Circles or Bike Crossing (RRFB)
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Vision Zero Program: Strategies and Assessment
20 No. Safety Strategy Timeline City Resources
Vision Zero Program Initiative
A.1 Vision Zero Task Force Short-term Low
A.2 Dedicated and Permanent Funding Short-term Medium to High Promotion and Integration
A.3 Public Meetings Short-Term Low
A.4 Future Plans & Policy Continuous Low
A.5 Online Collision Map Medium-Term Low
Data Collection & Program Evaluation
A.6 Monitoring Speed Limits Continuous Medium
A.7 Community-Based Safety Reporting System/Tool Continuous Low A.8 Data Completeness Medium-Term Low
A.9 Bicycle and Pedestrian Count Data Medium-Term Medium A.10 Future Plans & Policy Medium- Term Medium
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Enhancing Street Layout and Management
21 STREET DESIGN (ADDRESS PROFILE 1, 5, 8 & 7)
No Safety Strategy Timeline City Resources
High-Injury Network Infrastructure
B.1 Priority Location Medium-Term High
B.2 List Prioritized Project Medium-Term Medium
B.3 Develop and Prioritize a List of Projects in Disadvantaged Communities Long-Term Long Implementable Countermeasures
B.4 Quick Build Demonstration Projects or Tactical Urbanism Short-Term Low B.5 Low-Cost Improvements Medium-Term Medium
B.6 Prioritize Design for Top 5 Priority Corridors Medium-Term Medium B.7 Street Lighting Project Long- Term Long
Operations and Technology
B.8 Signal Timing Updates Short-Term Medium
B.9 Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Long-Term High Policies and Design
B.10 Design Standards Long-Term Low
B.11 Complete Streets Medium-Term Low
B.12 Neighborhood Traffic Calming Short-Term Short
B.13 Design Review Long-Term Low
B.14 Design Standard for corridors facing entrance to Fire Station Short-Term Short Maintenance
B.15 Tree and Brush Trimming Short-Term Short
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Cultivating A Positive Road Environment
22 BEHAVIORAL CHANGES (ADDRESS PROFILE 6)
No Safety Strategy Timeline City Resources
Education and Outreach
C.1 Education Campaign Medium-Term High
C.2 Speed Feedback Signs Medium-Term Medium
C.3 Targeted Outreach Medium-Term Medium
Providing Alternatives to Driving
C.4 Incentivize & Prioritize Transit Use Long-Term High C.5 Subsidized Transit Medium-Term High
C.6 Late-Night Options Long-Term Medium
Enforcement
C.7 Police Academy Long-Term Low
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Vulnerable Road Users
23 VULNERABLE ROAD USERS (ADDRESS PROFILE 2,3 & 4)
No Safety Strategy Timeline City Resources
Bicyclist and Pedestrian
D.1 Bicycle Network Long-Term High
D.2 Pedestrian Crossing Medium-Term High
D.3 Turning Vehicles Long-Term High
D.4 Develop and Maintain an Active Transportation Plan Long-Term High D.5 Countdown Timers Medium-Term Medium
Motor Vehicle
D.6 Warning Lights/Flashing lights around open spaces Medium-Term High Children and Seniors
D.7 High-Visibility Crosswalk Medium-Term Medium
D.8 Senior Awareness Medium-Term Medium
D.9 Increasing investments in Safe Routes to School and maintaining a dedicated Safe Routes to School coordinator
Continuous Low
D.10 Reduce speeding and speed limits around schools Continuous Low D.11 Offer comprehensive bicycle and pedestrian safety education to all children
Continuous Medium
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Funding and Implementation
24 Criteria Description
Crash Frequency/History Looking at the number of crashes that have occurred at a location over a set time period (e.g. 5- 10 years).

Crash Severity Prioritizing projects with locations having a higher proportion of killed and serious injury crashes.

Crash Type Prioritizing projects with locations which prevalent crash types like run-off-road, head-on, and angle crashes.

Safety Benefits
This evaluates the crash severity risk associated with the project location based on a 10-year crash history. To calculate the safety benefit score, a severity index is first determined by weighting each crash-KSI crashes are assigned 5 points, severe injury crashes 3 points, and possible injury crashes 1 point. The corridor ranking system also includes crashes that occurred at intersections. This criterion includes both Crash Severity and Crash Frequency/History.

Roadway Characteristics Factoring in attributes like roadway geometry, lane/shoulder widths, sight distances, etc.

Benefits to Vulnerable Road
Users
Projects that include improvements benefiting pedestrians, bicyclists, transit users, or persons with disabilities.

School Safety Impact Projects that improve safety on roadways and intersections within 0.25 miles of an existing school.

Equity Impact Projects located fully or partially in, or adjacent to, transportation-disadvantaged census tracts.

Public Engagement Projects that have garnered community support through prior planning efforts or outreach processes.

Cost-Effectiveness Evaluating the cost estimates of potential countermeasures.

Ease of Implementation
Projects are prioritized based on the complexity of their countermeasures - for high-ease improvements like signs, lights, striping, and crosswalks; for medium-ease improvements like sidewalks, medians, and new signals; and for low-ease improvements requiring lane/geometry changes, right-of-way acquisition, or utility or drainage work.

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City of South Lake Tahoe
Agenda Item Executive Summary
Joe Irvin, City Manager
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Meeting Date: January 14, 2025
Agenda Item #:9
Agenda Item: Citizen Appointments to City Boards and Commissions Executive Summary: In November the City Clerk's Department began soliciting for applicants to the Airport Land Use Commission, Building and Housing Board of Appeals, Parks and Recreation Commission, Planning Commission, Arts, Culture, and Tourism Commission, and the Police Advisory Commission. A total of 41 applications were received to these six City Boards and Commissions.

Requested Action / Suggested Motions: Pass a Motion appointing two (2) members to serve a twoyear term on the Airport Land Use Commission; five (5) members to serve a two-year term on the Building and Housing Board of Appeals; four (4) members to serve a two-year term on the Parks and Recreation Commission; three (3) members to serve a two-year term on the Planning Commission; three (3) at-large members and one (1) Boys and Girls Club member to serve two-year terms on the Arts, Culture, and Tourism Commission; and four (4) members to serve two-year terms on the Police Advisory Commission; and directing the City Clerk to continue to solicit applications to fill vacancies.

Responsible Staff Member: Michelle Davis, Assistant City Clerk Reviewed and Approved By: Susan Blankenship, City Clerk Olga Tikhomirova, Director of Finance Heather Stroud, City Attorney
Attachments:
01-Staff_Report-Appointments_to_City_Boards_and_Commissions.pdf Commission Solicitation.pdf
Manfredi- Airport Land Use Commission_Redacted.pdf
Asbury- Airport Land Use Commission_Redacted.pdf
Spranz- Airport Land Use Commission_Redacted.pdf
Manfredi- BBOA_Redacted.pdf
Cade-Bauer- BBOA_Redacted.pdf
Martone- BBOA_Redacted.pdf
Benlien- BBOA_Redacted.pdf
Costigan- Parks and Rec Commission_Redacted.pdf
Kovarik- Parks and Recreation Commission_Redacted.pdf
Ramirez Thomas- Parks and Rec Commission_Redacted.pdf
Hernandez- Parks and Rec Commission_Redacted.pdf
Rollins- Parks and Rec Commission_Redacted.pdf
Morgan- Parks and Recreation Commission_Redacted.pdf
Messina- Parks and Rec Commission_Redacted.pdf
Fink- Parks and Rec Commission_Redacted.pdf
Maggiore- Parks and Rec Commission_Redacted.pdf
Terminel- Parks and Recreation Commission_Redacted.pdf
Urban- Parks and Rec Commission_Redacted.pdf
Howard- Planning Commission_Redacted.pdf
Manfredi- Planning Commission_Redacted.pdf
Berger- Planning Commission_Redacted.pdf
Imhoff- Planning Commission_Redacted.pdf
Odvody- Planning Commission_Redacted.pdf
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Wieczorek- Planning Commission_Redacted.pdf
Prysi- Planning Commission_Redacted.pdf
Williams- Planning Commission_Redacted.pdf
Messina- Planning Commission_Redacted.pdf
Spranz- Planning Commission_Redacted.pdf
Ballard- ACTC_Redacted.pdf
Rebrovich- ACTC_Redacted.pdf
Delgado- ACTC_Redacted.pdf
Hamilton- ACTC_Redacted.pdf
Haas- ACTC_Redacted.pdf
Carlson- ACTC_Redacted.pdf
Xistra-Rich-ACTC_Redacted.pdf
Gonzalez- Police Advisory Commission_Redacted.pdf
Manfredi- Police Advisory Commission_Redacted.pdf
Osha- Police Advisory Commission_Redacted.pdf
Newcomb- Police Advisory Commission_Redacted.pdf
Smith- Police Advisory Commission_Redacted.pdf
Escobedo- Police Advisory Commission_Redacted.pdf
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Council Agenda Report January 14, 2025 Page 1 of 2
City of South Lake Tahoe
Report to City Council
Meeting Date: January 14, 2025
Title: Citizen Appointments to City Boards and Commissions Location: Citywide
Responsible Staff Member: Michelle Davis, Assistant City Clerk Background: Consistent with Resolution 2024-016, the City Clerk’s Department began soliciting applications for citizen appointments to the Airport Land Use Commission; Building Board of Appeals; Parks and Recreation Commission; Planning Commission; Arts, Culture, & Tourism Commission; and Police Advisory Commission, for terms expiring in February 2025.

Issue and Discussion: A total of 41 applications were received for the six City Boards and Commissions. City Council will review applications and make appointments. The City Clerk’s Department will continue to solicit applications for any seats that are not filled.

Airport Land Use Commission: Three applications were received for two (2) two-year terms (term expires 2/2027).
o Alberto Manfredi (incumbent)
o Erick Asbury
o Linda Spranz
Building Board of Appeals: Four applications were received for five (5) two-year terms (term expires 2/2027)
o Alberto Manfredi
o Heather Cade-Bauer
o Brooke Martone
o Spencer Benlien
Parks and Recreation Commission: Eleven applications were received for four (4) two-year terms. (term expires 2/2027).
o Mark Costigan
o Margaret Kovarik (incumbent)
o Nicole Ramirez-Thomas (incumbent)
o Hec Hernandez
o Shane Rollins
o Trudith Morgan
o John Messina
o Peter Fink (incumbent)
o Gary Maggiore
o Fernando Terminel
o Lelaine Urban
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Planning Commission: Ten applications were received for three (3) two-year terms. (term expires 2/2027). o Seth Howard (incumbent)
o Alberto Manfredi
o Evan Berger
o Steven Imhoff
o Lynn Odvody
o Natalia Wierczorek (incumbent)
o Scott Prysi
o Douglas Williams
o John Messina
o Linda Spranz
Arts, Culture, and Tourism Commission: Seven applications were received for three (3) at-large members and one application was received for one (1) Boys and Girls Club Representative. (terms expire 2/2027).
o Stacey Ballard (incumbent)
o Samantha Rebrovich
o Marta Delgado
o David Hamilton (incumbent)
o Juliet Haas
o Rachel Carlson (incumbent)
o Aimi Xistra-Rich (Boys and Girls Club) (incumbent)
Police Advisory Commission: Six applications were received for four (4) two-year terms. (terms expire 2/2027).
o Erika Gonzalez (incumbent)
o Alberto Manfredi
o Scott Osha
o Ted Newcomb
o Valerie Smith
o Kelly Escobedo
Financial Implications: Costs associated with staff support of the individual commissions/boards have been budgeted for within the department who oversees the commission.

Environmental Considerations: This is not a “project” subject to review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under CEQA Guidelines section 15378(b)(2) (continuing administrative or maintenance activities, such as purchases for supplies) Policy Implications: The solicitation and appointment of citizens to various boards and commissions meets the requirements set forth in Resolution 2024-016 and conforms to City Council Protocols.
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City of South Lake Tahoe
Notice of Solicitation of Applicants
Airport Land Use Commission (two seats)
Building Board of Appeals (five seats)
Parks and Recreation Commission (four seats)
Planning Commission (three seats)
Arts, Culture, and Tourism Commission (four seats)
Police Advisory Commission (four seats)
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of South Lake Tahoe is soliciting for applications for appointment to the following City Commissions/Boards:

Airport Land Use Commission
The City Council will be appointing two (2) members to serve a two-year term on the airport Land Use Commission. Applicants must reside within the Tahoe Basin portion of El Dorado County. The Airport Land Use Commission meets as needed to review compatibility of land use plans and regulations around the airport.

Building Board of Appeals:

The City Council will be appointing up to five (5) members to serve a two-year term on the Building and Housing Board of Appeals. Applicants must reside within the Tahoe Basin portion of El Dorado County. The Building and Housing Board of Appeals meets on an as needed basis.

Parks & Recreation Commission:

The City Council will be appointing four (4) members to serve two-year terms on the Parks & Recreation Commission. Applicants must reside within the Tahoe Basin portion of El Dorado County. The Parks & Recreation Commission currently meets monthly but shall meet at least quarterly.

Planning Commission:

The City Council will be appointing three (3) members to serve two-year terms on the Planning Commission. Applicants must reside within the City limits. The Planning Commission meets monthly assuming there is business to conduct.

Arts, Culture, & Tourism Commission:

The City Council will be appointing three (3) at-large members and one (1) Boys and Girls Club member to serve two-year terms on the Arts, Culture, & Tourism Commission. Applicants must reside within the Tahoe Basin portion of El Dorado County. The Arts, Culture, & Tourism Commission currently meets monthly but shall meet at least quarterly. 337
Police Advisory Commission:

The City Council will be appointing four (4) members to serve two-year terms on the Police Advisory Commission. Applicants must reside within the Tahoe Basin portion of El Dorado County.

The Police Advisory Commission meets at least quarterly.

Applications:

Applications may be obtained at City Hall located at 1901 Lisa Maloff Way, South Lake Tahoe, between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Applications can also be downloaded from the City's website at www.cityofslt.us, or emailed to interested parties upon request to the City Clerk's Office. Completed applications must be returned to the City Clerk's Office (email preferred [email protected]) no later than 4:00 p.m., on Tuesday, January 7, 2025.

The City Council will be making the appointments at a regularly scheduled meeting of January 2025 (to be announced).

For details regarding Duties and Responsibilities of City Boards and Commissions visit the City’s City Boards and Commissions webpage.

For questions, please contact Assistant City Clerk, Michelle Davis at 530-542-6004 or via email at [email protected]
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From: Mark Costigan
To: City Council
Subject: Parks and Recreation Commission Application
Date: Monday, January 6, 2025 12:18:22 PM
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Dear Members of the SLT City Council,
Happy New Year! I hope you all had an enjoyable holiday season with your friends and loved ones.

I'm writing to you today as an extension of my application to join the Parks and Recreation Commission. It's my understanding that the selection will occur a week from tomorrow morning at the next city council meeting. I would attend the meeting in person to express my interest in the position, but I unfortunately have a non-negotiable conflict with Day 1 of an LTCC class that starts that day (AIARE 2). My application was submitted before the deadline in 2024.

Here's a quick summary of my background for your consideration- both professionally and personally as it relates to my interest in the commission.

Personal Interest and Current Community Involvement
Moved to South Lake Tahoe in July 2021 with my wife, right before the Caldor Fire.

Current Year 1 SOS Volunteer (Participated in trash pickup this past Saturday with SOS youth at Van Sickle. Our first ride day is this Sunday at Heavenly) TAMBA Trail Crew Volunteer
Member of the Alpine County SAR Team
Like many members of the community, I enjoy backcountry skiing, mountain biking, and recreating on our trails on foot with my wife, dog, and friends. I've also been a lifelong open water swimmer, with Tahoe (and our surrounding alpine lakes in the Sierra) remaining my favorite swim venue in the world. This has naturally led to frequent use of the current recreation center in the winters and shoulder season when it's too cold to swim outside. It's also led to a close interest in the planning and construction of the new facility- very excited for all the progress that has been made getting it to this point!
The current members of the Parks and Rec commission have done an amazing job bringing the new facility to its current state over the last decade, and I'd love to help participate and advise on the future operating plan to ensure it's the best resource that it can be for our town. I've seen first hand the impact new facilities can have on bringing a community together, such as in Spokane/Airway Heights Washington where my in-laws live. They completed a new facility in 2019, and it helped become a major community center and bring many otherwise disjointed groups together. The future is bright for our town with this facility coming online, as well as all the other projects the commission has in flight. I'd love to be a part of it.

I attended the November Parks and Rec meeting in person to meet the current members, and have attended a city council meeting remotely on Zoom as well.

Professional Background
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12 years in corporate leadership and contributor positions, including VP and C-level roles.

Experience managing budgets in the eight figure range, and building lines of business as large as 200 MM in annual revenue (starting from nearly nothing).

Have managed small teams directly, as well as organizations as big as 180 people (managing leaders, structuring the design and cadence of the org).

Intentionally stepped away from the corporate world in June 2024 to focus on real estate investment, community/civic involvement, and personal athletic goals.

If it would be helpful, I am available to answer any questions via phone or in person (happy to visit 1-1 for coffee or at your offices).

Thank you very much for your consideration.

Best,
Mark Costigan
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From: Mark Costigan
To: PublicComment
Subject: Agenda #9 Written Public Comment: Park and Rec Commission Application Date: Thursday, January 9, 2025 8:18:23 PM
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Dear Members of the SLT City Council,
Happy New Year! I hope you all had an enjoyable holiday season with your friends and loved ones.

I'm writing to you today as an extension of my application to join the Parks and Recreation Commission. I would have liked to attend the meeting in person to express my interest in the position, but I unfortunately have a non-negotiable conflict with Day 1 of an LTCC class that starts today (AIARE 2).

Here's a quick summary of my background for your consideration- both professionally and personally as it relates to my interest in the commission.

Personal Interest and Current Community Involvement
Moved to South Lake Tahoe in July 2021 with my wife, right before the Caldor Fire.

Current Year 1 SOS Volunteer (Participated in trash pickup on January 5 with SOS youth at Van Sickle. Our first ride day is this Sunday 1/12 at Heavenly, which will have occurred by the time of the meeting)
TAMBA Trail Crew Volunteer
Member of the Alpine County SAR Team
Like many members of the community, I enjoy backcountry skiing, mountain biking, and recreating on our trails on foot with my wife, dog, and friends. I've also been a lifelong open water swimmer- with Tahoe (and our surrounding alpine lakes in the Sierra) remaining my favorite swim venue in the world. This has naturally led to frequent use of the current recreation center in the winters and shoulder season when it's too cold to swim outside. It's also led to a close interest in the planning and construction of the new facility- very excited for all the progress that has been made getting it to this point!
The current members of the Parks and Rec commission have done an amazing job bringing the new facility project to its current state over the last decade, in addition to all of the other programs and resources they have brought online for our town. I'd love to bring my experience as a former executive to the parks and rec commission, and help participate and advise on the future operating plans for the upcoming rec center, proposed bike paths, community events, and everything else in store for SLT parks.

I attended the November Parks and Rec meeting in person to meet the current members, and have attended a city council meeting remotely on Zoom as well.

Professional Background
12 years in corporate leadership and contributor positions, including VP and C-level roles.

Experience managing budgets in the eight figure range, and building lines of business 408
as large as 200 MM in annual revenue (starting from nearly nothing).

Have managed small teams directly, as well as organizations as big as 180 people (managing leaders, structuring the design and cadence of the org).

Intentionally stepped away from the corporate world in June 2024 to focus on real estate investment, community/civic involvement, and personal athletic goals.

Current advisor to private software companies
Current real estate investor
Thank you very much for your consideration.

Best,
Mark Costigan
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January 10, 2025
Dear Council,
Thank you for your consideration for my renewal application to the Police Advisory Commission (PAC). I am a current incumbent member and Chair for PAC. I would love the opportunity to continue as a commissioner.

For the City Council members who may not know my background – My name is Erika Gonzalez. I was born and raised in South Lake Tahoe, CA. I am an attorney who works with human trafficking survivors. I have actively worked with law enforcement through out my career on the local, state, and federal level. In my current position, I train primarily legal professionals on how to work with survivors of human trafficking with a trauma-informed and race equity lens. I am also a member of the Multicultural Alliance.

At the beginning of this commission, we faced a difficult role—not only in navigating the constraints of the Brown Act but also in addressing the challenges of having only four meetings a year, provided there was a quorum. Despite these limitations, this year we made significant progress in understanding and working within the Brown Act process which allowed us to provide SLTPD more topics to engage in. We were able to have substantive discussions about STACS and police training. As a result, I was able, as the Chair, to present to the Council on the latest developments and updates from the PAC.

I strongly believe that the PAC should continue to exist as an essential body that offers recommendations to the City Council as needed. With the experience and knowledge gained over the past two years, I am confident that this commission is well-positioned to provide meaningful contributions to the ongoing dialogue about the role of policing in our community.

Thank you for consideration of my application for the Police Advisory Commission.

Sincerely,
Erika Gonzalez
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From: Rachel Carlson
To: PublicComment
Subject: Regarding Agenda Item 9
Date: Monday, January 13, 2025 10:36:45 AM
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See below and/or attached.

Good morning city council members and city staff. My name is Rachel Carlson and I have submitted an application to continue my service as an ACT Commissioner. I was appointed to the ACT Commission in the fall of 2023 and over the last year and a half, the commission has made great progress in establishing a work plan and making a recommendation for the allocated ARPA funds.

I am passionate about executing on the newly established foundation that we have created in our work plan and feel confident that we can help guide our community into more arts and culture projects. One of the stumbling blocks that I experienced as a new commissioner was the lack of clarity and transfer of knowledge. I am currently working on a subcommittee to present a formalized onboarding packet which will address these issues.

I would also like to acknowledge that I am so pleased by the number of applicants to this commission. Throughout my time on the commission, we have typically had one vacant seat. The awareness and interest in our work is very exciting.

Lastly, I would like to recommend that Dave Hamilton be appointed to continue his role on the commission. As chair, he runs an efficient meeting and ensures that all voices are heard. I have appreciated his thoughtfulness and unique insights on the arts in our community.

The work that I have helped put forward during my time as a commissioner has helped set up the commission for success and I would love to be a part of it. Thank you for your consideration.
--
Thanks,
Rachel
Black Bear Lodge
www.tahoeblackbear.com
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City of South Lake Tahoe
Agenda Item Executive Summary
Joe Irvin, City Manager
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Meeting Date: January 14, 2025
Agenda Item #:10
Agenda Item: Selection of an Alternate to Serve on the El Dorado County Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO)
Executive Summary: On December 10, 2024, City Council made appointments to various Boards and Commissions. It has been identified that Council needs to formally appoint an alternate to serve on this commission if the representative (Mayor Wallace) is absent. This appointment is for a two-year term expiring in 2027.

Requested Action / Suggested Motions: Pass a Motion selecting one Councilmember to serve as an alternate on LAFCO.

Responsible Staff Member: Susan Blankenship, City Clerk Reviewed and Approved By: Heather Stroud, City Attorney Attachments:
2025 City Council Assignments.pdf
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2025 City Council Assignments
Set forth by statute:

Board Contact/ Phone Mtg. Schedule/ Place Requirement 2025 Assignment
California Tahoe
Conservancy
Mike Steeves (530) 543-6023
[email protected]
4-6 Meetings per year;
third Thursday every
other month; Alternate
South Shore and North
Shore
Voting Board Member
G.C. Sec. 66906.1
Wallace
Alt: Robbins
Staff Support:

HR
ZT
City Selection
Committee
EDC Board of Supervisors
Kim Dawson
(530) 621-5393
[email protected]
As needed
Placerville/TBA
Mayor
G.C. 50270
Wallace
Staff Support:

JI
El Dorado Local
Agency
Formation
Commission
(LAFCO)
Shiva Frentzen
(530) 295-2707
[email protected]
Erica Sanchez
Assistant Exec Officer
[email protected]
(530) 295-2707
Fourth Wednesday
every month; 5:30 p.m.

Placerville Apr-Oct CC
Rep participate via
conference call from
Council Chambers for
months of Nov – Mar
Appointment by City
Selection Committee
Appointee (Mayor)
G.C. 56325-56337
2-year term
Wallace
Staff Support:

JI
HS
El Dorado
Countywide
Oversight Board
Susan Blankenship, City Clerk
[email protected]
(530) 542-6005
As needed, general
once a year in January
or February
Appointed by the City
Selection Committee
G.C. 50270
HSC 34179(j)
Wallace
Staff Support:

OT
Tahoe Regional
Planning Agency
Governing Board
----------------
Advisory Planning
Comm
Marja Ambler
(775) 588-4547 x 287
[email protected]
GB Meetings meet
fourth Wednesday
every month; all day
Alternate South Shore
and North Shore
Voting Board Member
G.C. 66800-66801
Term expires 12/2026
Bass
Alt:

Jinkens
Staff Support:

HR
ZT
Robert
Erlich
Tahoe Transportation
District
Judi Allen
(775) 589-5502
[email protected]
First Wednesday of
every month; Alternate
South Shore and North
Shore
Voting Board Member
+Alternate
G.C. 66800-66801
Robbins
Alt: Bass
Staff Support:

HR
JI
South Tahoe Transit
Joint Powers
Authority
Hilary Roverud, Assistant City
Manager 530-542-6024
[email protected]
Meets Monthly as
needed City Council
Chambers, South Lake
Tahoe
2 Voting Members +
Alt from City Council
I Voting Member
District V BOS
C-262-2024
Bass
Roberts
Alt: Robbins
Staff Support:

JI, HR
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2025 City Council Assignments
Set Forth by Agreement/Joint Powers Agreement/Resolution/Bylaws and/or Past Practice:

Board Contact/ Phone Mtg. Schedule/ Place Requirement 2025 Assignment
JPA - Abandoned
Vehicle Abatement-
(530) 542-6135
(PD-Code Enforcement)
Myriam Cocoletzi
530-542-6136
[email protected]
Required to Hold an
Annual Meeting
Time/Place TBA
Voting Board Member
Must be Elected
Councilmember Agmt
C-68-91
Jinkens
Staff Support:

DS
JPA - Cal Tahoe
(California Tahoe Emergency
Services Operations Authority)
Ryan Wagoner, Executive Director
[email protected]
Kayla Galvan, Office Administrator
[email protected]
www.ctesoa.org
Quarterly; Time/Place
TBA
2 Council Appointees
Agmt C-18-10
(1/26/10)
Wallace
Roberts
Alt:Bass
Staff Support:

JD
Clean Tahoe Program Katie Sheehan Third Thursday of the Two Voting Board Wallace 530 544-4210 Month in the City Members Roberts
[email protected] Council Chambers; (Councilmember and Staff Support:

Designee) AN
Clean Tahoe Bylaws HR
El Dorado County
Commission on Aging
Yasmin Hichborn
(530) 642-4833
[email protected]
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City of South Lake Tahoe
Agenda Item Executive Summary
Joe Irvin, City Manager
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Meeting Date: January 14, 2025
Agenda Item #:11
Agenda Item: Letter of Opposition to El Dorado County Regarding Implementation of Assembly Bill 626 (Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operation)
Executive Summary: City Council will discuss Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operations as authorized by AB 626 and may choose to submit a letter to the El Dorado County Board of Supervisors regarding the matter.

Requested Action / Suggested Motions: Pass a Motion authorizing the City Manager to submit a letter on behalf of City Council to the El Dorado County Board of Supervisors opposing adoption of an ordinance or resolution to authorize Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operations in El Dorado County including the City of South Lake Tahoe.

Responsible Staff Member: Anna Kashuba, Senior Planner
Reviewed and Approved By: Zachary Thomas, Director of Development Services Susan Blankenship, City Clerk Olga Tikhomirova, Director of Finance Heather Stroud, City Attorney Attachments:
02_Memo_MEHKO _ 1-2-2025.pdf
01_MEHKO_StaffReport.docx
03_MEHKO Letter of Opposition.docx
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City of South Lake Tahoe
Report to City Council
Meeting Date: January 14, 2025
Title: Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operation (MEHKO) Potential Letter of Opposition Location: Citywide
Responsible Staff Member: Anna Kashuba, Senior Planner
Background: The El Dorado County Board of Supervisors will be taking action on whether to allow Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operations (MEHKOs) within the jurisdiction. Because the City of South Lake Tahoe does not have an environmental health department, this decision will be applicable in the City.

The Board of Supervisors opposed the legislation in 2018 and is revisiting the item due to the recent legislative updates. In February the Board of Supervisors will direct staff whether to pursue an ordinance or resolution “opting in.” Should City Council wish, a letter may be submitted to the Board of Supervisors supporting action on the matter. The following is intended to provide a general summary of MEHKOs, background, and implications to inform City Council.

Issue and Discussion: A memorandum as included in attachment 02 has been provided with background information regarding MEHKOs. Below is additional information.

Research
As of November 2024, 16 of the 62 local environmental health jurisdictions in California had “opted in” to AB 626, allowing MEHKOs.

To better understand potential impacts, staff contacted seven (7) jurisdictions with MEHKO programs to learn about the benefits, difficulties, and overall experiences of implementing the program. Three responses were received and are summarized below.

Lake County
Lake County adopted a MEHKO ordinance in 2020. Interest was initially high; however, only three (3) of the 25 permittees have maintained active permits. Among other factors, Lake County found that participation in the program was curtailed by legislative requirements, primarily the requirement that food be prepared the same day it is served.

This precluded foods that require marinating such as barbecue, foods often prepared in bulk such as tamales, and foods oftentimes sold frozen such as lasagna. The majority of operations have been pick-up or delivery rather than onsite dining. One complaint has been received regarding a foodborne illness.

Contra Costa County
Contra Costa County started accepting applications in July 2024 and 20 permits have been issued since. No complaints have been received by Environmental Health, nor have any complaints been forwarded to Environmental Health by local cities.

Monterey County
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without permits. No complaints have been received regarding either. All current permits are for pick-up or delivery only. Should a MEHKO offer onsite dining, Monterey County’s ordinance has restricted onsite dining to inside the home or in the back yard.

Below are results of a survey of citizen complaints conducted by Ventura County, provided to City staff by El Dorado County. It should be noted that some jurisdictions reported all complaints received regarding MEHKOs, while others only reported complaints directed to their health department.

Environmental Analysis: City Council issuing a letter to the El Dorado County Board of Supervisors regarding MEHKOs has no possibility of causing a direct physical change or a reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change to the environment; therefore, this activity is not a project as defined in CEQA Guidelines Section 15778 and is not subject to CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15060(c)(3).

Public Notice: A public notice is not required for such action as included in this item. Item materials were publicized on January 9, 2025.

Financial Implications: The City of South Lake Tahoe would collect no fees from MEHKO permits. Permit review, issuance, and renewal would be conducted through the El Dorado County Environmental Management Department. Authorization of MEHKOs may generate revenue for the City in the form of business license fees, sales tax, and citation fees. There is a potential for staff costs associated with enforcement.

Policy Implications: Efforts to decriminalize home kitchen operations, promote entrepreneurship, improve access to healthy meals, and reduce barriers to business ownership are well intentioned. However, a letter of opposition is provided (attachment 03), as the current language does not allow tailoring of the program for the needs of local jurisdictions or business owners. There are reasonably foreseeable consequences and concerns associated with implementation of MEHKO program as discussed in the letter.

The City of South Lake Tahoe and El Dorado County currently allow multiple options for individuals to serve food without operating a brick-and-mortar establishment. Cottage Food Operation permits allow individuals to prepare non-potentially hazardous foods in home kitchens.

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grocery stores or the like. Mobile Food Facilities in which food or drinks may be prepared and sold from a truck or trailer, are allowed on private property subject to a mobile vending location permit. The sale of prepackaged foods, whole uncut produce, or food with limited food preparation is allowed in the City rights-of-way (pursuant to South Lake Tahoe City Code Chapter 4.36) from a pushcart or wagon. City and El Dorado County staff are in the process of clarifying and streamlining processes for compact food operations (pushcart or wagon).

Based on discussions with numerous individuals, a primary barrier to growth of small food operations is the limited availability of commercial space for preparation, as certain foods are required to be prepared in commercial kitchens. Producers of foods that can be made in a residential kitchen can experience a growth ceiling due to the limited production capability of the space and limitations imposed by state law. Additionally, to conduct sales across state lines, food must be prepared in a commercial kitchen. Options are being explored in the Mid-Town Area Plan process to propose a new use category that is meant to relax zoning for small scale commercial kitchens in commercial zones. Current zoning restricts commercial food operations to industrial areas, where many buildings are large and financially infeasible for a small business.

A MEHKO program would primarily be implemented by El Dorado County. The City would require business licenses, but would not be authorized to require home occupation permits for MEHKOs as done for other business operated from a residence. The law is currently inconsistent with South Lake Tahoe City Code Sections 6.55.280 and 6.55.290 which prohibit home occupations from having organized activities or allowing customers or clients come to the residence in conjunction with the business. Additionally, home occupations are prohibited from parking vehicles associated with business in the right of way. MEHKOs would be allowed to bypass these criteria. The law may increase impacts related to these areas without giving the City the ability to mitigate these impacts.

This report and adjoining memorandum reflect considerations of the City of South Lake Tahoe alone and does not speak for other possibly interested parties such as South Tahoe Public Utility District or the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency.
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Date: January 2, 2025
To: City Council
From: Joe Irvin, City Manager

Subject: Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operations (MEHKO) On November 1, 2024, city staff met with the El Dorado County Environmental Management Department to discuss AB 626 & 377 -Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operations (MEHKO) and the associated implications for local jurisdictions. While not yet agendized, The El Dorado County Board of Supervisors will likely be considering the components of this legislation soon. The follow memo is intended to provide an overview of the legislation as well as an analysis of potential impacts to the city.

Background and Intention
The concept of a MEHKO was introduced to state law in 2018 and has been expanded in recent years. The legislation allows individuals to use a rented or owned single family dwellings, condominiums, or apartment units to store, prepare, and serve food to customers.

Customers may pick up meals from the operating location for offsite consumption, dine in at the private residence, or receive delivery from the MEHKO operator. Additionally, MEHKO may serve as a commissary, stocking up to two (2) Compact Mobile Food Operations (food carts). In short, a MEHKO is a restaurant, that is open to the public, inside of a private singlefamily or multi-family residence A MEHKO business may also be eligible to receive an alcohol license form the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC). The ABC permit would identify the type of alcohol sales allowed, as well as consumption requirements (onsite vs. offsite).

The El Dorado County Board of Supervisors opposed the passage of AB 626 in 2018 and is likely to consider legislation updates soon. The Board of Supervisors may choose to “op in” or “opt out”.

The legislation is intended to decriminalize and limit local regulation of home kitchen operations, promote entrepreneurship, and improve access to healthy meals. However, there are implications to local jurisdiction that should be considered.

Implementation
A MEHKO may only be operated within a county that has adopted an ordinance or resolution consistent with state legislation. Should El Dorado County “opt in,” MEHKO will be allowed in the City of South Lake Tahoe. In this event, the city will not have the ability to regulate MEHKOs as they will be permitted by right.
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Zoning Impacts and Concerns
A residential unit with a MEHKO permit shall be treated as a residential use for zoning purposes and no change in occupancy may occur as a result of receiving a permit. Any restrictions or guidelines local jurisdictions have for home occupations, such as the City’s Home Occupation Ordinance (SLTCC 6.55.280), would not apply.

Operating and Enforcement Concerns
Any private residence, including apartment units, may be eligible for a MEHKO permit.

Operators must pass an accredited Food Protection Manager Certification exam within 60 days of receiving the permit and are subject to annual announced inspections.

Limitations on operation includes a 30 meal per day cap and a 90 meal per week cap. Annual gross sales may not exceed $100,000. Family and household members may be employed by the MEHKO, as well as one employee not living in the residence. All food must be served the same day on which it was prepared or cooked.

There are several health and safety requirements that apply to commercial restaurants from which MEHKOs are exempt. The following exemptions have implications related to the city’s ability to enforce development and building code standards related to health, life, safety, including fire safety.
• A dedicated handwashing sink is not required in the kitchen area • Separate dishwashing/preparation sinks are not required • Ventilation and hoods are not required to meet restaurant fire and safety standards • Animals are not excluded in cooking areas (unless in operation) • ADA requirements are not applicable
MEHKO are prohibited from posting signage or advertising and must comply with local noise ordinances.

The city would be solely responsible for enforcing signage; requiring business licenses; addressing noise complaints; addressing traffic or parking concerns that violate City code; and responding to public nuisance complaints. However, there would be little ability for the city to address violations as the legislation would prohibit the city from enforcing standards within the City’s Home Occupation Ordinance.

The El Dorado County Environmental Management Department would be solely responsible for violations relating to operating without a permit or exceeding the number of meals allowed.

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Board of Supervisors
El Dorado County
330 Fair Lane, Building A
Placerville, CA 95667
Re: Le? er of Opposi? on - Microenterprise Home Kitchen Opera?ons (MEHKO).

Dear Board of Supervisors,
On behalf of the City Council of South Lake Tahoe, I would like to express opposi?on to the adop?on of an ordinance or resolu?on allowing microenterprise home kitchen opera?ons (MEHKO) consistent with Assembly Bills 626 & 377 and subsequent legisla?on in El Dorado County, and by consequence the City of South Lake Tahoe.

The City recognizes and supports the inten?on of this legisla?on to decriminalize home kitchen opera?ons, promote entrepreneurship, improve access to healthy meals, and reduce barriers to business ownership; however, the current language does not allow tailoring of the program for the needs of local jurisdic?ons. We feel that implementa?on of MEHKO would exacerbate concerns that already exist in our community, including but not limited to:

1. Building and Safety: The legisla?on does not hold MEHKOs to the same safety standards as commercial kitchens. These facilitates may lack ven?la?on, fire alarm and suppression systems, and high fire rated walls. This will increase risks to both the public and first responders.

2. Sanita?on: Inspec?ons by the El Dorado County Environmental Management Department must be announced, allowing operators to prepare for inspec?ons. The space at the ?me of an inspec?ons may not be an accurate representa?on of the operators sanita?on prac?ces.

3. Parking and Traffic: The City currently allows home occupa?ons but takes careful measures to avoid parking conflicts by ensuring only residents are par?cipa?ng in the use and prohibi?ng customers from visi?ng the home. While legisla?on for MEHKOs does limit the number of employees living offsite, the number of customers poten?ally visi?ng the home would have nega?ve effects on already scare parking, especially in winter months.

4. Enforcement: While unable to place any restric?ons on MEHKOs, the City would be made responsible for a significant por?on of enforcement: enforcing signage; requiring business licenses; addressing noise complaints; addressing traffic or parking viola?ons; responding to public nuisance complaints; addressing excessive trash; monitoring unlawful washing of food carts on sidewalks; and regula?ng possibly increased outdoor food sales. 423
The City recognizes the importance of promo?ng pathways to business ownership as demonstrated by our ongoing collabora?on with the Environmental Management Department to clarify and streamline processes for sidewalk vending and compact mobile food opera?ons. Addi?onally, there are numerous Co? age Food Opera?ons ac?ve within the City. We are open to exploring further ways to make food opera?ons sustainable income op?ons for individuals and families, including ongoing zoning changes to increase the availability and reduce the cost of small commercial kitchens. At this ?me, we believe the current MEHKO legisla?on is too rigid to be successfully applied in the City of South Lake Tahoe.

We very much appreciate the communica?on from members of the El Dorado County Environmental Management Department and the opportunity to comment on this ma? er.

Respec? ully submi? ed,
Joseph D. Irvin, ICMA-CM
City Manager, South Lake Tahoe, CA
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From: Seth Dallob
To: PublicComment
Subject: comment for item 11
Date: Thursday, January 9, 2025 10:47:47 PM
Attachments: Letter_ Not Enough Chefs in the Kitchen - South Tahoe Now.pdf CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe.

Dear Councilmembers,
I'm writing in opposition of item 11, which is a proposed letter from the City Council to oppose the implementation of MEHKO's (AB 626) in the City. I have been working with Supervisor Laine and the City for more than two years on this matter and have been its most vocal champion. I'm not sure why/whom is in opposition to MEHKO's, as so far every politician I've spoken with across the ideological spectrum has signaled their support. To my knowledge, the City even sent a letter of general support to the County last year. I spoke on the matter during public comment when the County Supervisors visited South Lake Tahoe last year and also received positive feedback.

The evidence from across the State where this law has already been implemented shows no significant risk to public health; in fact, the incidence of complaints are in line with or below those of full restaurants. This legislation provides an on-ramp for legalization of already existing behavior while implementing a regulatory framework (and tax revenue). It will provide more options for our residents and visitors to try food that would otherwise not be a viable business, and is a way for City residents to become entrepreneurs. It's one of the few almost cost-free economic opportunities the City can provide for its residents.

I have attached my op-ed from June 16, 2024 to this email. I also encourage you to visit https://www.cookalliance.org/, which is an advocacy organization with a thorough resource section on the topic. I highly suggest this https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/18DISS08tLaXqySTh3xfp51bAFJ7iQ6fYK8DYtuAqoDA/edit#slide=id.p presentation, which is a great overview of the topic.

I hope you will come away from this topic with strong support for implementing MEHKO's within the City, and look forward to sending you warm bowls of fesenjan soon!
Sincerely,
Seth Dallob
Tahoe Persian Kitchen
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OPINION
Letter: Not Enough Chefs in the Kitchen
by Paula Peterson
Sunday, June 16, 2024 - 9:16am
Want a burger, pizza, pasta, bagel or wings? Tahoe has you covered. However, if you are craving some fesenjan with tahdig (if you know, you know), it’s time to fill up or charge up your car, because you’re heading to Sacramento. You could also head to my kitchen, where I prepare it along with many other staples of Persian cuisine.

With the law, as it stands today, you could come to my house and dine with no permit required. You could pay me as a “cook for hire” and I could prepare the exact same food in your home kitchen without anything but a business permit. However, it’s currently illegal for me to accept payment for the vast majority of foods prepared in my home.
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I don’t want to be in the restaurant business full-time, nor do I think there would ever be a big enough market to sustain a Persian restaurant in South Lake Tahoe. However, serving it occasionally as a side hustle or hosting lavish feasts for small groups should not be illegal. The health risks are identical regardless if I’m hosting a private dinner party for friends for free or one for tourists who pay.

In 2018, California passed AB 626 (later amended by AB 1325), a law that allows counties to permit Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operations, or MEHKOs. These are small-scale food businesses run by residents out of home kitchens and are limited to 90 meals per week and $100,000 in revenue per year. Every MEHKO must obtain a permit from the county, allow inspections of their home kitchen, and obtain a Food Protection Manager Certification, amongst other limitations.

However, these benefits are not yet available in El Dorado County, as our Board of Supervisors has not taken action to authorize MEHKOs. Further, the Environmental Services Department continues to drag their feet, citing perceived health concerns of delayed inspections. However, many other counties small and large have already opted in for years, demonstrating that it can be done safely and successfully.

I call upon Supervisor Brooke Laine and her colleagues including Director of Environmental Management Jeffrey Warren to take action. It’s beyond time to pass a resolution to opt in to AB 626 and start permitting MEHKOs in our community. Let’s support culinary entrepreneurship, expand dining options for residents and tourists, and provide another legal avenue for residents to earn a little extra money. In the meantime, reach out to me if you’d like to grab some gheimeh or tacheen-e-morgh at a super hip spot in town; I know a place. The chef is a bit opinionated, but the food is great.
– Seth Dallob
South Lake Tahoe
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City of South Lake Tahoe
Agenda Item Executive Summary
Joe Irvin, City Manager
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Meeting Date: January 14, 2025
Agenda Item #:12
Agenda Item: Inclusionary Housing Ordinance In-Lieu Fees Annual Report Executive Summary: At its January 24, 2023 meeting, the City Council was presented the Analysis of Local Funding Sources for Housing Initiatives report (Report) that analyzed eight different local discretionary funding sources that could provide revenue to fund the Cityâ€™s housing initiatives. At its August 8, 2023 meeting, the City Council was presented the findings of the additional analysis. Upon receiving staff presentation, holding public comment and after conducting Council discussion, the City Council directed staff to draft an Inclusionary Housing Ordinance, which was adopted unanimously on November 21, 2023. It has been approximately a year since City Council adopted the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance, this report serves as an annual report to City Council.

Requested Action / Suggested Motions: Receive and file.

Responsible Staff Member: Lydia Zuniga, Associate Management Analyst Reviewed and Approved By: Zach Thomas, Director of Development Services Susan Blankenship, City Clerk Olga Tikhomirova, Director of Finance Heather Stroud, City Attorney Attachments:
01-Staff_Report_Inclusionary_Housing_Ordinance_Update__1___5_.docx 02-ORD 2023-1180 Inclusionary Housing.pdf
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City of South Lake Tahoe
Report to City Council
Meeting Date: January 14, 2025
Title: Inclusionary Housing Ordinance In-Lieu Fee Annual Report Location: Citywide
Responsible Staff Members: Lydia Zuniga, Associate Management Analyst Background: At its January 24, 2023 meeting, the City Council was presented the Analysis of Local Funding Sources for Housing Initiatives report (Report) that analyzed eight different local discretionary funding sources that could provide revenue to fund the City’s housing initiatives. The Council requested that additional nexus and feasibility analysis be completed to further inform discussion about a potential inclusionary housing percentage and in-lieu fee.

The supplemental nexus and feasibility analysis were presented to the City Council on May 2nd.

After receiving the presentation, holding public comment and engaging in Council discussion, direction was provided for staff to conduct enhanced analysis of inclusionary housing and commercial linkage fee policies.

At its August 8, 2023 meeting, the City Council was presented the findings of the additional analysis. Upon receiving staff presentation, holding public comment and after conducting Council discussion, the City Council directed staff to draft an Inclusionary Housing Ordinance, which was adopted unanimously. The first reading of the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance was held on November 7, 2023. The second reading and adoption of this ordinance was on November 21, 2023.

Issue and Discussion: The Mitigation Fee Act, California Government Code sections 66000- 66025, imposes procedural requirements on certain fees (exactions) imposed on development projects by local governments. The Inclusionary Housing Ordinance is exempt from some requirements of the Mitigation Fee Act under California Building Industry Association v. City of San Jose, 61 Cal. 4th 435 (2015), but the City is electing to provide this annual report for transparency and out of an abundance of caution. Under Gov. Code § 66006(b), cities are required to report collected mitigation fees within 180 days of the close of each fiscal year. Under Section 65906.6, which was added by Assembly Bill 2663, commencing on January 1, 2026, cities are required to report on the amount of inclusionary housing fees collected in the previous year and whether the fees are intended to be used for a project, and the projects that the fees were spent on.

It has been approximately one year since City Council adopted Inclusionary Housing Ordinance No. 2023-1180. The next report will be conducted after the end of Fiscal Year 2024-2025. The fees collected under the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance will only be spent on construction of deed-restricted affordable housing units (low and moderate). The local contribution for most 434
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projects is over $500,000, and as such, staff does not have a project identified for these funds as of today. Once the balance reaches a significant amount, future projects can be identified.

As of the end of Fiscal Year 2023-2024 the balance of the Inclusionary In-Lieu fees collected was $176,275.02. However as of the date of this report the new balance received is $257,182.90.

There are seven single-family dwellings in the process of being built that were subject to the ordinance. The table below provides the permit number, square footage of each home and the amount of in-lieu fee paid.

Financial Implications: There are no costs associated with this report, except the staff needed to prepare it. This report does not result in any modifications to any Housing Programs or has any additional financial implications.

Environmental Considerations: The recommendation in this report is not a project under CEQA, because it does not involve any commitment to a specific project which may result in a potentially significant physical impact on the environment, as contemplated by Title 14, California Code of Regulations, Sections 15378(b)(2) and 15378(b)(4) and is, therefore, not subject to CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15060(c)(3).

Policy Implications: There are no policy implications associated with reporting on the City’s Inclusionary Housing Ordinance, which was adopted consistent with City Strategic Plan Action Item 1.3.4: Establish a local discretionary funding source to leverage access to and increase competitiveness for outside funds, and implement Council direction to conduct outreach to analyze vacancy tax and transient occupancy tax funding sources The recommended action is also consistent with the following adopted policies and programs:

City General Plan Housing Element
Policy 1-1. The City shall adopt programs, ordinances, incentives, land use plans and other regulatory mechanisms that provide opportunities for the private sector to address the housing needs of citizens of all economic levels.
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Policy 2-5. The City shall recognize that it will become difficult to attract employees if they cannot afford to purchase or rent housing in South Lake Tahoe. The City shall encourage and support programs and activities that create a robust local economy that provides residents with good paying employment and the means to purchase and/or rent housing in the City.

Program 2-11. The City shall conduct a feasibility study to explore local funding options to support affordable housing projects and programs.
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Ordinance 2023-1180
Adopted by the City of South Lake Tahoe
City Council
November 21, 2023
An Ordinance amending Title 6 of the South Lake Tahoe City Code by adding Chapter 6.27 (Inclusionary Housing)

FINDINGS
A. Section 65300 of the California Government Code of the State of California authorizes cities to prepare long-range comprehensive guides known as general plans; and
B. California Government Code Section 65583 requires that the City prepare and adopt an update to the Housing Element of the General Plan that includes a review of the City’s ability to accommodate its share of the region' s housing need; and
C. The City Council adopted the 2022-2027 Housing Element on June 21, 2022 which was then certified by the State Housing and Community Development Department ( HCD) on August 30, 2022; and
D. Program 2-11 of the certified Housing Element stipulates that the City conduct a Local Funding Sources Feasibility Study (Study) which shall include an analysis of an Inclusionary Housing Policy; and
E. The City Council approved a Professional Services Agreement on May 3, 2022 with BAE, Urban Economics, Inc. to conduct the Study; and F. The City Council was presented the findings of the Study on January 24, 2023; and
G. After additional outreach to stakeholders, interested parties and the general community through five workshops and after conducting additional analysis, the City Council directed the preparation of an Inclusionary Housing Ordinance; and H. The adoption of this Ordinance is consistent with the City's Housing Element.

The City's Housing Element provides policies and programs to address the housing crisis faces the City; and
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J. On September 21, 2023, the Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed public hearing and adopted Resolution No. 2023- to recommend that the City Council adopt this ordinance.

K. On November 7, 2023, the City Council held a public hearing on the first reading and directed staff to bring back the ordinance for a second reading on November 21, 2023.

Now, Therefore, the City Council of City of South Lake Tahoe does ordain as follows:

SECTION 1. Title 6, Chapter 6.27 of the South Lake Tahoe City Code is adopted to read in its entirety as follows:

Title 6

DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
Chapter 6.27

INCLUSIONARY HOUSING

6.27.010 Purpose
The purpose of this chapter is to promote the public welfare by facilitating the development and availability of housing affordable to a broad range of households with varying income levels within the city to meet current and future affordable housing needs. This chapter aims to:

1. Promote socioeconomic diversity within the city.

2. Generate revenue to increase the availability of affordable housing options for low- and moderate- income households.

6.27.020 Definitions
For the purpose of this chapter, the following words and phrases shall have these definitions:

Low- or lower-income household” means a person or family with income that does not exceed eighty percent of the area median income.

Inclusionary housing unit” means a dwelling unit which can be purchased or rented by a low-income household at a maximum cost, including utilities, of 30 percent of gross household income.
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Area median income” means the area median income for El Dorado County as defined by the California Department of Housing and Community Development annual state income limits.

Residential development project” means a project that includes the new construction of one or more dwelling units, at least 50 percent redevelopment of an existing building containing one or more dwelling units, or conversion of existing multi-family rental units to condominiums.

6.27.030 Inclusionary Housing Requirements
All nonexempt residential development projects shall either include inclusionary housing units or pay the in-lieu fee as required by Table 6.27.030.

Table 6.27.030
Unit Size
Habitable Space)
Percentage of Total
Dwelling Units Required
to be Inclusionary
Housing Units
In-Lieu Fee
2,000 Sq. Ft. or Under Exempt
2,001 – 2,500 Sq. Ft. 5% $ 5.29/ Sq. Ft.
2,501 – 3,000 Sq. Ft. 6% $ 5.84/ Sq. Ft.
3,001 – 5,000 Sq. Ft. 9% $ 16.77/ Sq. Ft.
5,000 Sq. Ft. 17% $ 17.65/ Sq. Ft.

6.27.040 Deed Restriction
Inclusionary housing units must be deed-restricted for purchase or rent by low- or lowerincome households.

6.27.050 Fractional Units
In determining the number of inclusionary dwelling units that are required to be built under Table 6.27.030, if the number of required inclusionary dwelling units results in a fractional unit, the developer may either pay the in-lieu fee for the portion of habitable square footage resulting in the fractional unit based on an average square footage of all market rate units, or provide an additional inclusionary dwelling unit.

South Lake Tahoe City CouncilJanuary 14, 2025

South Lake Tahoe City Council
January 14, 2025