Proposed Measure R Meetings Continue 
The South Lake Tahoe Recreation Facilities Joint Powers Authority (JPA) will conduct a continued special meeting on Wednesday, July 13, at 1:00 pm at the Lake Tahoe Community College in the Creekside Room.
The purpose of the meeting will be be to take public testimony, and to decide whether or not to adopt the Resolution Calling for an Election, including the full text of Measure R and the ballot question to be submitted to the voters.
A July 29 meeting will be the regular annual meeting of the JPA. The JPA will also consider a ballot argument in favor of Measure R, and whether or not to continue on the course to the November 8 election. It is possible that the JPA will defer making a final decision on that until a special meeting likely to be held on August 10, at which time it will have a better estimate of the cost to the JPA of participating in the November 8 election. Right now, cost estimates are about $35,000 and can be more.
Sierra Ski & Cycle Works Celebrates 30th Anniversary
Owner Gary Bell celebrates his 30th anniversary of serving the Tahoe community with his contagious smile, passionate commitment to sport and planet, and his knowledge of sliding on snow and riding on trails. Visit Gary for local knowledge, equipment tune ups, and his latest incite on the tools needed to express yourself on and off the mountain. Sierra Ski and Cycle Works is located at 3430 Lake Tahoe Blvd., in South Lake Tahoe.
Thank you Gary and best wishes for another great 30 years! Mt. Bike Class Offered at LT Community College  Instructor Paul Amato is leading an Intermediate Mountain Bike class at the college during the summer quarter. Class number is PEF117B1 and meets on Fridays from July 1 - August 5 at 12:30 pm to 4:20 pm. The class is geared for the rider who wants an introduction to mountain biking (bike handling skills, basic maintenance, warm up exercises, basic maintenance, safety, and local trail knowledge) or would enjoy riding with others and not alone. If anyone has any questions, they can contact Paul at amato@ltcc.edu or voice mail 530-541-4660 xt. 442. Tip of the Month - On Trail Etiquette Yield to Equestrians Horses have the right of way over bikers and hikers. Horses have difficulty recognizing humans on bikes and may become frightened and throw its rider. If you are approaching a horseback rider head-on, pull several feet off to the side of the trail and dismount your bike at least 30 ft. from the horse and stand between your bike and the horse. Talk to the rider in a relaxed tone as the horse gets closer. When approaching from behind, stay at least 30 ft. behind. The rider may pull to the side of the trail if they hear a bicycle approaching, but don't assume it is safe for you to ride by. Stop and call out for instructions from the rider. You may be asked to get off your bike and walk by the horse pushing your bike. If you are asked to ride pass the horse, do so at a slow pace and avoid making sudden movements or noises that might spook the horse. Yield to Hikers Alert a hiker of your presence if they do not see you. If a hiker moves aside for you and waves you to pass, say thank you as you pass; if he/she doesn't move aside, you must pull off to the side of the trail and stop to let him/her walk by you. Be polite and friendly, and make small talk as he/she passes by. You may also call out 'on your left' (like snow skiing) as you pass on the left side. However, many hikers do not know what this means and often move to the left in front of you. Best to communicate with hiker before passing to be cautious and safe. Yield to Bikers Uphill riders have the right of way over downhill riders. If on a single track with only room for one bike, you must stop and move aside to let uphill riders pass if you are traveling downhill. It's harder for a rider going uphill to restart his climb then for a rider going downhill to restart his descent. When overtaking slower riders from behind, alert them of your presence and the number of other riders in your group - in advance as not to surprise and startle them. Follow these common courtesies and all trail users can experience a more enjoyable time sharing the trails. On the Trail Sightings   
Paint Brush Marin Girls' First Tahoe Trip Lea among Lupines |
