by Kayla Galvan | Feb 17, 2026 | News
The Board of Directors of Lake Valley Fire Protection District engaged Ridgeline Municipal Strategies to perform a study to determine what the District should charge for mitigation fees. The study, along with associated documents, will be made available to the public for inspection between 9:00am and 4:00pm at 2211 Keetak St. South Lake Tahoe, CA beginning March 2, 2026. The Documents will also be available to view on the District’s website, www.lakevalleyfire.org.
The Board will hold a public hearing at 4:00pm on Thursday March 12, 2026 for constituents to provide input on the mitigation fee study and proposed changes. The hearing will occur in open session during the Board’s regularly scheduled monthly meeting at 2211 Keetak St. South Lake Tahoe, CA. Any person may appear and be heard during the public comment section of the public hearing.
by Kayla Galvan | Sep 16, 2025 | News
Notice is hereby given to the intention of the Board of Directors of the Lake Valley Fire Protection District to adopt the 2025 California Fire Code with local amendments. The Board of Directors will hold its second hearing at 4:00pm on Monday, September 29th, 2025 at the LVFPD Fire Station 7, 2211 Keetak St. South Lake Tahoe, CA, regarding the adoption of the 2025 California Fire Code with local amendments, pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 13869 and 13869.7. Copies of the code section referred to, and any secondary code sections referred to, adopted by reference, are on file with the District’s Administrative Assistant, and are open to public inspection. Adoption of the Fire Code Ordinance will adopt the California Fire Code as currently published in Title 24, Part 9, of the California Code of Regulations. In some instances the Lake Valley Fire Protection District’s proposed Fire Code Ordinance proposes building standards more stringent than those minimum building standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal and contained in the California Building Standards Code.
Fire Code 2025 final document
by Kayla Galvan | Sep 12, 2025 | News
Job Announcement- Fire Chief
Position: Fire Chief
Location: South Lake Tahoe, CA
Application Deadline: Friday October 3, 2025
Salary: $194,475-$225,127 annually- Commensurate with Experience and Qualifications
Employment Type: Full Time, Exempt
About the Lake Valley Fire Protection District
The Lake Valley Fire Protection District (LVFPD) serves the scenic South Lake Tahoe area of El Dorado County, California, providing fire suppression, emergency medical services, hazardous materials response, fire prevention, fuels reduction, and public education programs. LVFPD is recognized for its commitment to community safety, progressive leadership, and strong interagency partnerships in the Lake Tahoe Basin.
The Opportunity
The Board of Directors is seeking an experienced and dynamic Fire Chief to lead the District into its next chapter. This is an exceptional opportunity for a forward-thinking fire service leader who values operational excellence, community engagement, and organizational growth. The Fire Chief serves as the Executive Officer of the District, reporting directly to the Board of Directors. This position oversees all aspects of District operations, including administration, budgeting, personnel management, emergency response, and interagency coordination. See Job Description for a full list of qualifications and responsibilities. Candidates selected for employment must successfully complete a comprehensive background check. Employment is contingent upon passing a post-offer, pre-employment fit-for-duty evaluation to ensure the ability to perform essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodation.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a Cover Letter, Resume, Completed District Employment Application and Copies of required certifications/ licenses by email to the Administrative Assistant at galvan@lakevalleyfire.org, or in person at Fire Station 7, 2211 Keetak St. South Lake Tahoe CA. Applications must be received by 5:00pm on Friday October 3, 2025.
The LVFPD is an equal opportunity employer.
Fire Chief Job Announcement
Fire Chief Job Description 2025
Application 5.2.23
by Kayla Galvan | Aug 12, 2025 | News
The Board of Directors of Lake Valley Fire Protection District engaged Ridgeline Municipal Strategies to perform a study to determine what the District should charge for mitigation fees. The study, along with associated documents, will be made available to the public for inspection between 9:00am and 4:00pm at 2211 Keetak St. South Lake Tahoe, CA beginning September 1, 2025. The Documents will also be available to view on the District’s website, www.lakevalleyfire.org.
The Board will hold a public hearing at 4:00pm on Thursday September 11, 2025 for constituents to provide input on the mitigation fee study and proposed changes. The hearing will occur in open session during the Board’s regularly scheduled monthly meeting at 2211 Keetak St. South Lake Tahoe, CA. Any person may appear and be heard during the public comment section of the public hearing.
25002 Lake Valley FPD Fire Impact Fee Nexus Study Report – 08-20-2025 – DRAFT (1)
by Kayla Galvan | Aug 12, 2025 | News
Notice is hereby given to the intention of the Board of Directors of the Lake Valley Fire Protection District to adopt the 2025 California Fire Code with local amendments. The Board of Directors will hold its first hearing at 4:00pm on Friday August 29, 2025 at the LVFPD Fire Station 7, 2211 Keetak St. South Lake Tahoe, CA, regarding the adoption of the 2025 California Fire Code with local amendments, pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 13869 and 13869.7. Copies of the code section referred to, and any secondary code sections referred to, adopted by reference, are on file with the District’s Administrative Assistant, and are open to public inspection. Adoption of the Fire Code Ordinance will adopt the California Fire Code as currently published in Title 24, Part 9, of the California Code of Regulations. In some instances the Lake Valley Fire Protection District’s proposed Fire Code Ordinance proposes building standards more stringent than those minimum building standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal and contained in the California Building Standards Code.
Fire Code 2025 final document
