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 Martin Goldberg | Jan 27, 2026 | News
The City of South Lake Tahoe along with the Lake Valley Fire Protection District is recruiting for two Fuel Reduction Crew Leads, six crewmembers and 2 defensible space inspectors for the summer season.
The start date for these positions is anticipated to start around April 15 – April 30, 2026 depending on weather conditions, and will go for 6 months at 40 hours per week, or 960 hours total. The anticipated end date for this position is mid to late October 2026.
Applications will be accepted until February 20, 2026. Interviews will take place in late February.
For questions regarding this role, please contact Jay Manning, Fire Division Chief at JManning@cityofslt.gov.
by Martin Goldberg | Nov 17, 2025 | News, Uncategorized
South Tahoe Public Utility District (STPUD) and Lake Valley Fire Protection District (LVFPD) have started an update of their Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan. The plan will develop near-term and long-term mitigation actions that reduce risk from drought, floods, winter storms, wildfires, and other natural hazards.
“Community input is essential to set priorities and identify projects,” said Megan Colvey, Director of Engineering with STPUD.
Hazard mitigation means taking actions that reduce or eliminate long-term risk to people, property, infrastructure, the economy, and the environment.
“Planning before a disaster helps us prioritize safety and protect our community,” said Colvey.
National studies show communities gain strong value from mitigation investments, with significant savings for every dollar spent. A plan that is updated every five years, also keeps the
STPUD and LVFPD eligible for state and Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Hazard Mitigation Assistance grant funding.
The update will follow FEMA guidance through a four-phase, nine-step planning process during 2025 and 2026. A Hazard Mitigation Planning Committee will help steer the work and ensure
broad participation by residents, businesses, partner agencies, and community organizations.
How to participate
Take the public survey (Click here) to share your experience with local hazards and ideas for risk reduction. The survey is available in English and Spanish and remains open through
November 30, 2025.
Attend the Public Workshop in 2026 once the draft Plan is ready for review.
Stay updated by visiting: www.stpud.us/hazard-mitigation-plan-update
Benefits to the community include protecting public safety, reducing damage to existing and future development, hardening critical water and wastewater infrastructure, and minimizing service disruptions. STPUD and LVFPD will use community input to identify and prioritize a portfolio of mitigation actions.
“We encourage everyone on the south shore to take a few minutes to complete this survey to help your water/sewer and fire districts understand your concerns,” said Colvey.
If you have questions, call STPUD at (530) 544-6474 or email info@stpud.us. For Lake Valley Fire Protection District questions, contact us at (530) 725-9499 or email
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 | 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 | 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
