City Council
Cody Bass, Mayor
Keith Roberts, Mayor Pro Tem
Scott Robbins, Councilmember
David Jinkens, Councilmember
Heather Horgan, Councilmember
Mission of the City Council
We provide responsive and effective local
government by maintaining a safe, livable, and
well-managed city through smart investment,
reliable services, and thoughtful planning.
City of South Lake Tahoe
City Council
Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 9:00 am
City Hall - Council Chambers - 1901 Lisa Maloff Way, South Lake Tahoe Public Participation
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1. Proclamation Recognizing May 2026 as "Mental Health Awareness" Month
2. Proclamation Recognizing May 17-23, 2026, as "National Public Works Week" will be made available for public inspection during normal business hours at the City Clerk's Office located at City Hall, 1901 Lisa Maloff Way, South Lake Tahoe [Government Code Section 54957.5(b)]. Written comments will not be read out loud during the meeting.
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Contact the City Clerk at (530) 542-6005 at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting for assistance [28 CFR 35.102.35.104 ADA Title II and Brown Act Government Code Sections 54953.2, 54954.1, 54954.2, and 54957.5].
Spanish Interpretations: The public may access Spanish interpretation using the ZOOM link listed on the front of the Agenda from an internet device (smartphone, laptop, tablet, home computer) with audio capabilities and selecting the Spanish language option. Persons without an internet device may attend the meeting in-person and a device will be provided while supplies last. Requests for interpreter services to offer public comment may be made by contacting the City Clerk.
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
Proclamations
Requested Action / Suggested Motions: Issue a Proclamation to Angie Regan with Access Tahoe and Peace Love Tahoe, recognizing May 2026, as "Mental Health Awareness" month.
Item 1- Executive Summary.pdf
Proclamation - May 2026 Mental Health Awareness Month.docx Requested Action / Suggested Motions: Issue a Proclamation to the City Public Works Department recognizing May 17-23, 2026, as "National Public Works Week".
Item 2- Executive Summary.pdf
May 17-23, 2026 National Public Works Week.docx
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)
City Commission Reports
Consent Agenda
Public Comment - This is the public's opportunity to speak on any topic listed on the Consent Agenda.
Comments shall be limited to three (3) minutes per item and six (6) minutes total per speaker.
3. City Council Meeting Minutes
4. Resolution Declaring Intent to Reimburse Fire Station 3 Expenditures
5. Journey of Hope Recreation Center Showers Fee Sponsorship
6. Quarterly Update on the Affordable Housing
7. Inclusionary Housing Ordinance In-Lieu Fees Annual Report
8. Contract with Darren Taylor Construction, Inc. for 2026 Road Rehabilitation Project 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 April 18, 2026 and April 21, 2026, City Council meetings.
Responsible Staff Member(s): Michelle Davis, Assistant City Clerk, and Susan Blankenship, City Clerk
Item 3- Executive Summary.pdf
04 18 2026 Special City Council Meeting Minutes.pdf
04 21 2026 City Council Meeting Minutes.pdf
Requested Action / Suggested Motions: Pass a Resolution declaring the City's intent to reimburse certain expenditures related to the Fire Station 3 project from the proceeds of future tax-exempt bond financing.
Responsible Staff Member(s): Olga Tikhomirova, Director of Finance Item 4- Executive Summary.pdf
01-Staff Report Fire Station 3 Reimbursement Resolution.docx 02-Resolution Fire Station 3 Reimbursement.doc
Requested Action / Suggested Motions: Pass a Resolution authorizing the Use of General Fund to cover 40 cyclists from the Journey of Hope to use the showers at the Recreation & Aquatics Center totaling $120.
Responsible Staff Member(s): John Stark, Director of Parks & Recreation Item 5- Executive Summary.pdf
01-Staff Report - Journey of Hope Rec Center Showers Fee Sponsorship.docx 02-Resolution-Journey of Hope Rec Center Showers Fee Sponsorship.docx Requested Action / Suggested Motions: Receive and file.
Responsible Staff Member(s): Lydia Zuniga, Associate Management Analyst Item 6- Executive Summary.pdf
01-Staff Report - Quarterly Update.docx
Requested Action / Suggested Motions: Receive and file.
Responsible Staff Member(s): Lydia Zuniga, Associate Management Analyst Item 7- Executive Summary.pdf
01-Staff_Report_Inclusionary_Housing_Ordinance_Update (17).docx Requested Action / Suggested Motions: Pass a Motion authorizing and directing the Mayor to execute construction contract with Darren Taylor Construction, Inc. in the amount of $3,636,859.75, for the 2026 Road Rehabilitation Project.
CEQA Determination: This project is categorically exempt under CEQA Guidelines section 15301(c) (Existing Facilities).
Responsible Staff Member(s): Stephen Anderjack, Project Manager Item 8- Executive Summary.pdf
01-Staff Report - 2025 Road Rehabilitation Award.docx
02 - Contract with Darren Taylor Construction Inc.pdf
9. Ratification of Amendment to Agreement with CDM Smith, Inc. to Extend Contract Term
10. Acceptance of Lake Tahoe Restoration Act Funds for Construction of Needle Peak Localized Treatment (Part of the Upper Bijou Park Creek Watershed Restoration Project)
11. Sale of Surplus Vehicles and Miscellaneous Small Tools
12. 2025-2026 Master Fee Schedule
Requested Action / Suggested Motions: Pass a Motion authorizing and directing the Mayor to execute Ratification of Amendment No. 7 to Agreement with CDM Smith, Inc. for engineering services for Pioneer Trail Pedestrian Improvement Project Ph II, to extend the term through December 31, 2026.
CEQA Determination: This project is categorically exempt under CEQA Guidelines section 15301(c).
Responsible Staff Member(s): Lilian Iverson, Engineering Technician Item 9- Executive Summary.pdf
01-Staff Report - CDM Amendment 7.docx
02-Amendment 7 to Agreement with CDM Smith.docx
03-Contract C-009-2019 CDM Smith
04-Amendment 1
05-Amendment 2.pdf
06-Amendment 3
07-Amendment 4.pdf
08-Amendment 5.pdf
09-Amendment 6.pdf
Requested Action / Suggested Motions: 1) Pass a Motion authorizing and directing the Mayor to execute the Memorandum of Understanding with Tahoe Regional Planning Agency to accept up to $300,000 in Lake Tahoe Restoration Act grant funds for the construction of the Needle Peak Localized Treatment Project; and 2) Pass a Resolution authorizing and directing the Director of Finance to accept and appropriate Lake Tahoe Restoration Act grant funds to the Upper Bijou Park Creek Watershed Restoration Project for the construction of the Needle Peak Localized Treatment Project.
CEQA Determination: The Planning Commission adopted the CEQA Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration for the project on November 19, 2020 (SCH # 202090564), and adopted Addendum No. 1 on May 16, 2024.
Responsible Staff Member(s): Brianna Greenlaw, Senior Civil Engineer Item 10- Executive Summary.pdf
01-Staff Report - LTRA Needle Peak.docx
02 - MOU with TRPA.pdf
03-Resolution - LTRA Needle Peak.docx
Requested Action / Suggested Motions: Pass a Motion designating 9 vehicles and miscellaneous small tools for surplus and subsequent disposal following the City's policy on disposition of surplus property.
Responsible Staff Member(s): Mohammad Qureshi, Director of Public Works and Phil Harwood, Fleet Manager
Item 11- Executive Summary.pdf
01-Staff_Report-Surplus Sale.docx
02-Exhibit A-Surplus List.pdf
Public Hearing
Requested Action / Suggested Motions: Pass a Resolution adopting the Annual Master Schedule of Fees and Charges for City Services as presented.
Responsible Staff Member(s): Akemi Nishimura, Accountant I Item 12- Executive Summary.pdf
01-Staff Report - 25-26 Master Fee Schedule.docx
13. Amendment to Ordinance Regulating Shared Mobility Devices (First Reading)
14. Grow and Diversify the Economy, Strategic Plan Priority Update #2
15. Resolution Reaffirming the City’s Commitment to the Rights, Dignity, and Safety of all Residents
16. City Green Card Assistance Program
02-Master Fee Schedule 25_26 (Red-Lined).pdf
03-Resolution Master Fee Schedule 25_26.docx
04-Master Fee Schedule 2526 (Exh. A to Reso.).pdf
05-Strengthening Financial Position Feb 2013.pdf
06-Notice of Public Hearing-Master Fee Schedule_04.03.26.pdf 07-South Lake Tahoe User Fee Report.pdf
Regular-Unfinished Business
Requested Action / Suggested Motions: Pass an Ordinance amending Chapter 4.185 of the South Lake Tahoe City Code (Shared Mobility Devices) to increase the City’s liability protections from shared mobility device accidents, add safety measures for shared mobility device operations, and revise operator insurance requirements.
Responsible Staff Member(s): Dan Bardzell, Assistant City Attorney Jeff Roberson, Chief of Police Item 13- Executive Summary.pdf
01 - Staff Report
02 - SMD Ordinance (Redline)
03 - SMD Ordinance Amendments
Requested Action / Suggested Motions: Pass a Motion providing direction to the Interim City Manager on the following: 1) whether to establish (a) an Economic Development Committee with appointments to be made by either the City Council or the City Manager, or (b) an Economic Development Commission to be appointed by City Council; and; 2) whether to pursue a video & social media campaign with the National League of Cities and CGI.
Responsible Staff Member(s): Hilary Roverud, Interim City Manager Item 14- Executive Summary.pdf
01_-_Staff_Report_Strategic_Plan_Priority_4_update__2_.docx 02 - Attachment A Priority 4 Update PPT.pdf
03 - Attachment B List of Businesses Contacted.docx
04 - Vacant and Underused Properties April 2026.pdf
Requested Action / Suggested Motions: Pass a Motion to either: 1) Pass a Resolution reaffirming the City’s commitment to the rights, dignity, and safety of all residents, regardless of immigration status, and opposing unconstitutional Federal enforcement actions and overreach; or 2) Take no action.
Responsible Staff Member(s): Hilary Roverud, Interim City Manager Item 15- Executive Summary.pdf
01-Staff Report
02-Resolution - tracked changes.pdf
03-Resolution - clean
Regular-New Business
Requested Action / Suggested Motions: Pass a Motion to either:1) Direct staff to bring back program guidelines and budget allocation for a city green card assistance program; or 2) Take no action.
Responsible Staff Member(s): Hilary Roverud, Interim City Manager Item 16- Executive Summary.pdf
01-Staff Report Green Card Assistance
02-USCIS Green Card Eligibility Categories
17. Housing Terminology, 2025 Housing Element Annual Progress Report and 2027 - 2035 Housing Element Update
18. Resolution in Support of Measure G to Renew Funding for Recreation Facilities Maintenance
19. Status of Efforts to Provide Electrical Service for Ski Run Farmer’s Market
20. Levy of Assessment for Ski Run Business Improvement District for Business License Year 2026/2027
21. Agenda Planning Calendar
Requested Action / Suggested Motions: Receive and file.
Responsible Staff Member(s): Jessica Wackenhut Lomeli, Housing Manager Item 17- Executive Summary.pdf
01-Staff Report - 2025 GP HE APR.docx
02-2025 GP & HE APRs.pdf
03 - Housing Terminology_APR.pptx
04 - CSLT_7th-Cycle-RHNA.pdf
Requested Action / Suggested Motions: Pass a Resolution in Support of Measure G to Renew Funding for Recreation Facilities Maintenance.
Responsible Staff Member(s): Hilary Roverud, Interim City Manager Item 18- Executive Summary.pdf
01-Staff Report - Resolution Supporting Measure G
02-Resolution - Supporting Measure G
Requested Action / Suggested Motions: 1) Pass a Motion providing direction on advancing the design of this project; or, 2) Take no action.
CEQA Determination: This action is statutorily exempt under CEQA Guidelines section 15262 (feasibility and planning studies).
Responsible Staff Member(s): Mohammad Qureshi, Director of Public Works, and Branden Gardella, Project Manager
Item 19- Executive Summary.pdf
01-Staff Report - Electrical Service for Ski Run Farmers Market.docx 02-Status of Ski Run Electrical.pptx
Public Hearing
Requested Action / Suggested Motions: Pass a Resolution confirming the Ski Run Business Improvement District annual report and levying the assessment for business license year 2026/2027.
Responsible Staff Member(s): Ben Hannah - Accountant II Item 20- Executive Summary.pdf
01 Staff Report Ski Run BID 05-05-2026.docx
02-Resolution Ski Run BID
03 SRBID 2026-2027 Budget Proposal.pdf
04 SRBID 2026-2027 Prior Year vs Adopted.pdf
05 SRBID 2026-2027 Budget Proposal includes Measure S.pdf 06 Ski Run BID Report 2026.pdf
07 AB 1572 (Friedman)_Irrigation Mandate.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): Susan Blankenship, City Clerk, and Hilary Roverud, Interim City Manager
APC 04 30 2026.pdf
Updates and Announcements (City Attorney, City Clerk, City Manager) Councilmember Reports and Comments - Assignments to Boards, Committees, and Commissions
Adjournment
I, Susan Blankenship, City Clerk for the City of South Lake Tahoe, declare that the foregoing agenda for the Tuesday, May 5, 2026, City Council Meeting was posted and available for review on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at City Hall, 1901 Lisa Maloff Way, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150. The agenda was also available on the City website at https://www.cityofslt.us.
Signed April 30, 2026
\\sb\\ Susan Blankenship, Elected City Clerk