Author: Tiara Wasner
TTD ANNOUNCES NEW BOARD LEADERSHIP FOR 2025
The Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) is pleased to announce the appointment of Andy Chapman as Chair of the Board of Directors and Brian Bigley as Vice Chair. These appointments reflect TTD’s commitment to providing innovative and sustainable transportation solutions that enhance mobility, protect Lake Tahoe’s unique environment, and meet the needs of residents and visitors alike.
Andy Chapman, President and CEO of Travel North Tahoe Nevada, assumes the role of Chair with extensive experience in regional transportation, tourism and destination management, and collaborative leadership. His strategic vision and ability to build partnerships will be critical as TTD addresses the Basin’s transportation challenges and advances long-term transit solutions.
Read the full press release HERE.
JASON BURKE JOINS TTD AS SENIOR TRANSPORTATION PLANNER
The Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) is pleased to welcome Jason Burke, AICP, as its new Senior Transportation Planner. Jason brings a wealth of experience in urban planning, stormwater management, and climate resilience to the role, further strengthening TTD’s commitment to delivering sustainable and innovative transportation solutions for the Lake Tahoe region.
Jason joins TTD after serving as Complete Streets Program Manager for the City of South Lake Tahoe, where he led efforts to protect Lake Tahoe’s water clarity by reducing sediment and nutrient pollutants in urban runoff and improving community mobility options. His work included designing and maintaining urban runoff treatment systems, advancing Complete Streets initiatives, and supporting multimodal transportation projects that benefit the community and visitors alike.
Read the full press release HERE.
ROUTE 50 EXPRESS SERVICE FOR NEW YEAR’S EVE AND UPCOMING EVENTS
The Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) is expanding its popular Route 50 Express Service to include several high-profile events at the Tahoe Blue Event Center. In addition to New Year’s Eve festivities at Stateline and Tahoe Knight Monsters hockey games on December 27-29, 2024, and January 24-26, 2025, the service will also support two marquee 2025 events: the Lake Tahoe Reggae Winter Festival on February 15-16, 2025 and John Summit: Experts Only show on February 21-22, 2025.
Read the full press release HERE.
Route 50 Express Service-click here for schedules
Tahoe Transportation District is pleased to announce the extension of Route 50 to accommodate select Tahoe Blue Event Center events throughout 2024 and 2025.
The Route 50 Express will extend to the Kingsbury Transit Center (with FREE parking available at the parking garage adjacent to Kahle Dr. on eastbound Highway 50).
Route 50 Express will serve all stops listed on the timetables shown below. Those displaying times are timed stop locations. For stops displaying the “~” symbol, please defer to the time designated at the timed stop location listed immediately before.
Buses will stop on US 50 directly in front of the Tahoe Blue Event Center at the designated bus stop. If you’re planning on attending a event, be sure to take advantage of the expanded FREE service.
Tahoe Knights Timetables
For up-to-date information, download the transit app:
TTD LAUNCHES ENHANCED TRANSIT FOR TAHOE BLUE EVENT CENTER
December 2, 2024 (Stateline, Nev.) – The Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) is enhancing its Route 50 Express Service to accommodate attendees of select Tahoe Blue Event Center events, starting with the John Legend concert on December 6. This extended service offers a convenient, reliable, and FREE transportation option for eventgoers, with plans to expand service to additional events throughout 2024 and 2025.
The Route 50 Express will operate between the South Y Transit Center and the Kingsbury Transit Center, with stops outlined in the schedule below. Parking along the route is limited; however, free parking is available at the garage on Kahle Drive near eastbound US 50 and the Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) Mobility Hub. The first bus will arrive at the Tahoe Blue Event Center at 5:35 PM, one hour before doors open, and the last bus departs at 10:45 PM.
This pilot program aims to support a variety of events, including select Tahoe Knight Monsters games (Dec. 12, 14-15 and 27-29), Disney Junior Live (Dec. 13), concerts, sporting events, and more, providing free, accessible transit for both locals and visitors. Additional events and Route 50 Express Service schedules will be posted at www.tahoetransportation.org.
For added convenience, buses will pick up and drop off directly at the designated stop on US 50 in front of the Tahoe Blue Event Center.
Read the full press release HERE.
TAHOE TRANSPORTATION DISTRICT LAUNCHES BUS IN ACTION PHOTO CONTEST
UPDATE: Contest Extended to January 3, 2025
October 1, 2024 (Stateline, Nev.) — The Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) is excited to announce the launch of the 2024 “Bus in Action” Photo Contest, encouraging riders to share their unique experiences of riding TTD buses. Whether it’s a snapshot of your favorite bus stop, your daily commute, or a candid photo of your favorite driver, we want to see how our buses play a part in your life!
The contest begins on October 1, 2024 and runs through December 1, 2024. All entries must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. PST on the closing date.
“We’re excited to see the community’s creativity in action,” said Jim Marino, Deputy District Manager of the Tahoe Transportation District. “Our riders are the heartbeat of our transit system, and this contest is a fun way to showcase how the bus serves Lake Tahoe.”
Participants can submit their photos by any of the following methods:
- Email your photo to info@tahoetransportation.org with the subject line #BusInAction.
- Post your photo on the Tahoe Transportation District Facebook page.
- Share your photo on Instagram and tag us using #BusInAction and @tahoetransportationdistrict.
One lucky Grand Prize winner will receive a $500 gift card to Stio Mountain Apparel. The winning photograph will also be featured on TTD’s social media channels and promotional materials. Entries will be judged by TTD executives based on how well the photo captures Lake Tahoe’s scenic beauty with the bus in action and how it inspires ridership.
The contest is open to all legal residents and employees within the TTD’s jurisdiction who are 18 years of age or older. Submissions must comply with the Official Rules available on our website at www.tahoetransportation.org. Photos must be original and should not feature any third-party-owned material unless permission is provided. Each participant is limited to five entries.
For more information, read the FULL press release HERE.
Tahoe Transportation District receives SMART grant for traffic data collection
New traffic counts will support regional transportation planning
March 20, 2024
Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) received a Strengthening Mobility and Revolutionizing Transportation (SMART) grant from the US Department of Transportation (USDOT) to plan for and evaluate multimodal traffic data collection technologies. This will allow the region to better understand the number of vehicles entering and leaving the Lake Tahoe Basin as well as other transportation needs to help manage traffic operations and safety concerns.
Types of Projects supported by the USDOT SMART Grant program
Source: USDOT, SMART Grants Program | US Department of Transportation
FAQs
Who is involved?
TTD, along with the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA), US Department of Transportation, Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT), California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), US Forest Service, and local governments in the Tahoe region, are collaborating to identify the most suitable locations for this traffic data collection pilot program.
What is the SMART grant program?
The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) created the competitive SMART grant program to provide funding to public agencies to conduct demonstration projects focused on advanced smart community technologies that improve transportation efficiency and safety. The TTD grant will test data collection technologies in the Lake Tahoe Basin, which has unique challenges related to climate and availability of utilities for traditional data collection methods.
How long will the project last?
SMART grants are intended to be completed within 18 months. The project is currently in the planning stage and data collection is expected to begin during the summer of 2024.
Where and how will data be collected?
TTD, TRPA, and other partner agencies are currently working to identify the most suitable technology and locations for traffic data collection. Priority locations may include entry points into the Lake Tahoe Basin and high-traffic areas across the region. Information that could be used to identify individuals, such as license plates, will NOT be collected.
Why is this project needed?
The Lake Tahoe Region has unique travel patterns due to a combination of local residential and commercial trips plus visitation from around the region and the world. However, there is limited information about exactly how many vehicles are travelling around the region and how this varies by season, holiday periods, time of day, and specific location. Information about how many people walk, bicycle, or use other ways to travel is also limited. Once developed through this grant program, transportation planners will use this data to better understand and prepare for transportation needs.
How will the data be used?
TTD and TRPA will use the data to gain a better understanding of traffic movement into and through the Lake Tahoe Basin by season and time of day. This information will be used to identify transportation needs and potential solutions to meet the unique travel demands of the region. Information will be made available to the public though TRPA’s Tahoe Open Data web portal.
East Shore Trail Closed Sunday Morning, September 15th
On Sunday, September 15th, from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM, the East Shore Trail will be closed to accommodate the bike stage of the event known as XTERRA Lake Tahoe. The bike stage will start at the Sand Harbor boat ramp trailhead and proceed north past the Tunnel Creek underpass a few hundred feet. It will then exit the East Shore Trail onto a single-track trail.
“We are excited to showcase the East Shore Trail to the XTERRA Lake Tahoe participants. They will surely have the experience of a lifetime swimming at Sand Harbor and then transitioning to the 22-mile mountain bike stage featuring the iconic trails of the Nevada State Parks Spooner Lake Backcountry, all starting with the East Shore Trail,” said Todd Jackson, XTERRA Lake Tahoe Race Director.
For more information, visit www.bigblueadventure.com
28th Annual Lake Tahoe Summit Transportation Information – August 14, 2024
Please read the below information on transit, bag policies, and logistics carefully. We expect very high attendance for the event and have implemented a number of new safety features. Please plan accordingly. There will be a livestream of the event available for those who can’t attend in person.
TRANSIT
- There will be no on-site parking at Round Hill Pines Resort. Everyone must use public transit, park-and-ride services, or bike paths. Walking or biking to the event is highly encouraged. Please see below for more details on bicycle access and shuttle schedules.
- Parking will be extremely limited at the shuttle lots, so please carpool or use alternate modes of transportation if possible.
- There will be no event access via water. This includes paddling, boating, swimming, eFoiling, and all other forms of entry by water.
EVENT SAFETY POLICIES
- Bag Policy (NEW): Clear bags smaller than 12″ x 12″ x 6″ are permitted. Non-clear bags under 5″ x 7″ are permitted. There will be a bag check prior to entry.
- Weapons: No guns or weapons of any kind are allowed at this event.
- Signs: No signs are allowed at the event.
EVENT SCHEDULE
- 8:30am – Booth Fair & Registration Begin. There will be no beach access allowed prior to 8:30am.
- 10am – Program Begins
- 12pm – Program Concludes; Booth Fair Continues Until 2pm with Food Available for Purchase
LIVESTREAM
- If you will not be attending in person, access the livestream here.
TRANSIT DETAILS
Bicycle to the Event:
- Bike routes to Round Hill Pines can be found online at https://map.tahoebike.org/.
- Suggested Route: From the South Shore, bike to the Lam Watah Nature Trail Trailhead (193 Kahle Dr, Stateline, NV 89449) and bike along the path to Round Hill Pines.
- Safely store your bike during the event. A bicycle valet service will be provided courtesy of the Lake Tahoe Bicycle Coalition.
Transit From North Lake Tahoe:
- Placer County, in partnership with the Crystal Bay Club, is offering a park-and-ride location for attendees of the 2024 Lake Tahoe Summit. These shuttles will depart from the Crystal Bay Club.
- TART buses will depart from the bus shelter directly in front of the Crystal Bay Club. Buses depart at 7:45am, 8am, 8:15am and 8:30am. The last bus will leave at 8:30am.
- TART buses will remain at the Summit and will depart at 12pm and 12:30pm.
- Using TART’s main line service or TART Connect to travel to the Crystal Bay Club is encouraged. Find TART routes here.
Transit From South Lake Tahoe:
- The Tahoe Transportation District, in partnership with Douglas County, will be offering a park-and-ride location for attendees of the 2024 Lake Tahoe Summit. These shuttles will depart from the Kingsbury Transit Center (169 Highway 50, Stateline, NV 89449. The parking garage adjacent to the DMV and sheriff) with parking available in the parking garage and at Kahle Park.
- Shuttles will begin at 8:30am from the Kingsbury Transit Center to Round Hill Pines.
- Return trips from Round Hill Pines will begin at the conclusion of the Summit at 12pm and continue until 2pm.
- Lake Link, Tahoe’s on-demand microtransit service, will be extending their service boundary to Round Hill Pines for the event. The Public is encouraged to use Lake Link to connect to TTD shuttle routes departing from the Lake Tahoe Community College and Douglas County Parking Garage. Click here to download the Lake Link app.
Driving:
- Limited $10 paid parking is available at Nevada Beach. This is the normal beach parking and is not managed by the Summit event. After parking at Nevada Beach, it is a 1 mile walk along the bike path to Round Hill Pines Resort.
If you have any questions or need special accommodations, please do not hesitate to contact the office of Senator Cortez Masto at 775-686-5750.
TAHOE TRANSPORTATION DISTRICT ANNOUNCES CARL HASTY’S RETIREMENT
TAHOE TRANSPORTATION DISTRICT ANNOUNCES CARL HASTY’S RETIREMENT, HONORING 15 YEARS OF TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP
Hasty Leaves a Legacy of Transportation Innovation and Community Impact
August 12, 2024 (Stateline, Nev.) – The Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) announces the retirement of Carl Hasty, who has served as the District Manager for over 15 years. Hasty’s tenure has been marked by visionary leadership, securing vital funding, and implementing projects that have significantly enhanced transportation infrastructure while preserving the natural beauty of the Lake Tahoe Basin.
During this time, the District successfully secured various grants through competitive federal, state, and local sources, enabling the completion of key projects that balanced community needs with environmental preservation.
“Carl’s visionary approach to transportation has left an indelible mark on our region,” said Alexis Hill, Chair of the TTD Board of Directors. “His dedication to both the community and the environment has set a high standard for all of us. We are grateful for his leadership and commitment, which have truly transformed the way we approach transportation in the Lake Tahoe Basin.”
TTD has played a pivotal role in advancing major initiatives, including the SR 89/Fanny Bridge Community Revitalization project. Collaborating with local communities and multiple agencies, this project resulted in the construction of a 153-foot bridge over the Truckee River, new roundabouts, and multimodal enhancements that improved connectivity and safety for pedestrians and cyclists.
For more information, read the FULL press release HERE.