"We must diversify our activities to better manage the uncertainty," Palisades president and COO Amy Ohran said at Tuesday's meeting. "We need to move forward in a way that honors our mountain culture, meets today's needs and ensures resilience in the future." This reflects an awareness of changing demands on the ski resort while aiming to preserve local culture amidst expansion.
Alterra has been trying to get this thing passed for the last 13 years. This version is a scaled-back proposal compared to previous submissions, as Tahoe residents had pushed back and even successfully sued to halt previous proposals.
The Chronicle describes it as "about 850 lodging units, 1,500 hotel rooms, 300,000 square feet of commercial space, 3,000 parking spaces and housing for about 300 ski area employees." The ambitious expansion plan aims to transform Palisades Tahoe into a year-round destination.
Locals were up in arms that the development could bring increased traffic, wildfires risk, and the potential alteration of the area's character. This represents a tension between development interests and community safety concerns.
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