In this Issue:
- Sequoia Trail Crossing Safety Enhancement Project
- Other Projects in 2023
- Legislative Affairs: TCPUD Visits Washington, D.C.
- TCPUD in the Moonshine Ink
- 2023 Backflow Season is Here
- TCPUD Job Opportunities
- Quick Links & Things To Do
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Sequoia Trail Crossing
Safety Enhancement Project
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A bicycle and pedestrian safety improvement project is underway at the Sequoia Trail Crossing located along the TCPUD Multi-Use Trail System on the west shore near Sequoia Avenue and Highway 89.
The Sequoia Trail Crossing Safety Enhancement Project includes new advance warning and crosswalk signs. The new signs use LED, rapid flashing beacons, and solar-powered technology. Push button controllers will replace existing and often less reliable sensors. To activate the new advance warning system, trail users will stop at the Sequoia Trail Crossing, push the button, and wait for traffic to stop before crossing Highway 89. The goal is to improve safety and visibility for trail users and vehicles and ultimately reduce the number of accidents in this area.
The safety improvements made at the Sequoia Trail Crossing will be similar to the Dollar Hill Crossing warning system on the north shore, where users must activate a flashing sign. This is different from the Fanny Bridge Crossing in downtown Tahoe City, where trail users push a button to activate a traffic stop light instead of a flashing sign.
Learn more about the trail, including the location of bike repair stations, and take a survey at tcpud.org/trails. |
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Other active projects underway in 2023: |
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West Lake Tahoe Regional Water Treatment Plant: New drinking water treatment plant in Tahoma. Once operational in 2024, it will provide fire protection and a permanent, drought-resistant, safe drinking water source. Total cost: $26.3 million. Secured grant funds: $6,250,000.
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Dardanelles Water Line Replacement: Replace existing aged and undersized water infrastructure in the Dollar Point neighborhood. Total cost: $1.3 million. Secured grant funds: $317,000.
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Emergency Bypass Ports Project (Phase 2): Installation of 11 bypass ports along the west shore, allowing TCPUD flexibility to take shorter sections of the sewer force main offline for repairs, maintenance, or an emergency. Total cost: $1.3 million.
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Sewer Pump Station Storage Improvement Project (Phase 2): Installation of a storage vault at the Water's Edge pump station in Tahoma and 10,000 gallons of secondary sewer storage. Total Cost: $550,000.
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Lake Forest Boat Ramp Restroom Replacement: Replace the existing restroom building with a year-round, code-compliant, heated restroom at the Lake Forest Boat Ramp. Total cost: $772,000. Secured grant funds: $252,952.
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Smart Meter Replacement Program (Phase 2): Replace nearly 1,200 water meters with a "smart" meter, reducing the need for an onsite meter reading by TCPUD and offering real-time tracking to help customers and TCPUD detect leaks. Total cost: $700,000
TCPUD Securing Grant Funding: TCPUD's commitment to fiscal responsibility includes actively monitoring and pursuing supplemental funding opportunities that offset the use of utility rate revenue and property tax revenue to complete capital projects.
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TCPUD Visits Washington, D.C. |
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In April, TCPUD General Manager Sean Barclay and Director of Strategic Affairs Kim Boyd joined the Tahoe Water for Fire Suppression Partnership on a trip to Washington, D.C. to meet with Tahoe legislative representatives and agency department staff. The mission of the Partnership is to accelerate the installation of resilient water infrastructure to address fire suppression needs in the region. Legislative meetings are part of the advocacy work TCPUD does to inform our representatives of the vital role water infrastructure plays in protecting our communities from wildfire.
Learn about TCPUD legislative initiatives at tcpud.org/legislative-affairs.
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TCPUD in the Moonshine Ink |
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If you missed it in the Moonshine Ink in February, check out TCPUD General Manager Sean Barclay's My Shot - Join the Fight to Protect our Community, highlighting the importance of water infrastructure improvements for fire suppression.
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2023 Backflow Season is Here |
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TCPUD customers with a backflow device on their property likely received a ‘First Notice to Test’ reminder for the 2023 testing cycle. TCPUD sends notices by March 31 every year, regardless of snow load. Notices are sent by email and postal mail.
All Backflow tests are due July 31, 2023. This date should allow the snow to melt so you can safely test outside devices, including ones found on irrigation systems.
To receive notifications by email:
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Send a message with your service address to: backflow@tcpud.org
- Or call us at 530-580-6281
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We have several seasonal job opportunities available in our parks, recreation, and utilities departments. Click to check out these opportunities and be a part of a great team this summer!
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Quick Links & Things To Do |
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In Case of Emergency
If you are a TCPUD water or sewer customer, confirm we have your correct emergency contact information by emailing your service address, current phone number, and email to accounting@tcpud.org.
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Get Involved. The TCPUD is your District and your input and participation are valuable. View a schedule of upcoming Board and Committee meetings, recorded meetings, and agendas at: www.tcpud.org/meetings.
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