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Related Goals: Emergency Preparedness
1.1 Town Network Modernization and Resilience Initiative
Description: Enhancing connectivity and security across Town facilities by upgrading wireless access points and establishing a dedicated fiber internet connection at the Corp Yard. This initiative unifies network infrastructure with Town Hall, increases bandwidth and reliability, and strengthens cybersecurity by isolating critical systems. Additionally, it improves operational resilience, reduces dependency on external support, and enhances disaster recovery capabilities to ensure continuous and secure service for Town operations.
Project Update:
September 30, 2025: Work has begun on this project and the dedicated fiber line to the Corp Yard is in the works. Work on the wireless access points (WAPs) is delayed, accommodating some unforeseen work in other areas. Target date updated to Q4 FY26.
December 31, 2025: Work has begun on this project and the dedicated fiber line to the Corp Yard is in progress with Optimum under an active work order and permitting review. The Boiler Room point-to-point connection is delayed pending Union Pacific Railroad authorization, so we are also evaluating AT&T service as an alternative. Work on the wireless access points (WAPs) has resumed to support the incoming radio upgrade and PD vehicle connectivity.
Target Date: FY26-Q4
Status: 50% Complete
Lead: Information Technology
Supporting: All
1.2 Implement Content Migration System (Box)
Description: Replacement of outdated file server with Box. This upgrade improves work-from-anywhere functionality, enforces least privilege access, and provides a centralized file hub. It also enables secure external sharing with partner organizations and will eventually reduce our on-premise hardware footprint.Project Update:
September 30, 2025: The Town has increased its Box licensing to accommodate all Town employees. A new file structure has been developed. Various divisions are exploring a migration plan. Still on target for FY26 Q3.
December 31, 2025: The Business Systems Analyst position has been filled and will begin meeting with Departments and Divisions to confirm requirements and next steps for migration, workflow, and file server deprecation planning. Meetings with the Box team start the week of January 12, 2026 to align approach, timeline, and execution.
Target Date: FY26-Q3
Status: 75% Complete
Lead: Information Technology
Supporting: All
Related Goals: Communication & Public Outreach, Emergency Preparedness, and Environmental Sustainability
2.1 Public Service Center - Transit Facility Expansion (C2404)
Description: This Project would complete one of the final phases of the Public Services Center and provide for dedicated Transit maintenance and storage space for existing transit operations as well as for future transit expansion as outlined in the "2024 Short Range Transit Development Plan" recently approved by the Town as well as the Nevada County Transportation Commission.
Project Update:
September 30, 2025: Staff have developed preliminary/conceptual layouts as part of needs assessment and site compatibility on north and northeast portion of Stevens Lane Corp Yard. Design RFP will be next step although timing of issuance of RFP is to be determined given current staffing constraints and recent staff changes in Engineering Division.
December 31, 2025: Design RFP may be delayed due to staffing changes, but we are still working on a goal to issue the RFP in late summer 2026.
Target Date: Winter 2028
Status: 5% Complete
Lead: Engineering and Transportation
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2.2 EV Charging Infrastructure Master Plan (C2407)
Description: This project develops a Town Facility Electric Vehicle Charging Master Plan to evaluate a strategy for electric vehicle charging infrastructure (location, amount, pricing structure, electrical service needs, general specifications, etc.) for the Town Fleet and Town employees at Town Hall and the Public Service Center. The planning phase will assess the future full EV infrastructure buildout and electrical infrastructure needs at all locations.
Project Update:
September 30, 2025: Town staff working with consultant, DKS, to prepare draft existing conditions report, fleet conversion plan, and MuniEV plan. Plan is for a complete report presented to Council in the first half of 2026.
December 31, 2025: Town staff working with consultant, DKS, prepared the draft MuniEV plan. Still on track for a complete MuniEV Plan report presented to Council in the first half of 2026.
Target Date: Winter 2027
Status: 60% Complete
Lead: Engineering
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2.3 Police Report Management System
Description: Replace PD's Report Management System. Our current vendor (since inception in 2001) has not been able to stay current or provide efficient workflows for police criminal reporting. A new California based system will be compliant with state and federal reporting requirements and will provide accurate tracking of staff time and officer activities..
Project Update:
September 30, 2025: Currently in discussion with Nevada County Sheriff, Grass Valley PD, and Nevada City PD to implement a new Report Management System county-wide. The new system will allow increased reporting options for community members in both English and Spanish. Target date TBD, but this fiscal year.
December 31, 2025: New vendor has been identified and new target date of March/April for full implementation county-wide.
Target Date: 2026
Status: 4% Complete
Lead: Police and Information Technology
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2.4 Police Radio Upgrade
Description: Police Radio upgrade funding provided by GF, COPS grant, and Federal earmark funds. Ongoing project from last year, which resulted in the purchase of handheld and portable radios for TPD. Continued partnership with NCSO and CalOES to develop digital infrastructure to standardize radio communications.
Project Update:
September 30, 2025: All PD radios, both handheld and in-vehicle have been upgraded and replaced. Staff is working with Nevada County and the State of California to implement CRIS (California Radio Interoperable System). Target date to go-live has been pushed until spring 2026 due to infrastructure improvements to the Nevada County Regional Dispatch Center.
Target Date: Fall 2025
Status: Complete
Lead: Police
Supporting: Information Technology
2.5 Town Hall Security Gate Project
Description: This project is in partnership with the Airport District to secure property lines, PD parking lot, and charging infrastructure for town vehicle fleet. The town's insurance provider has designated 1/2 funding cost for this project.Project Update:
September 30, 2025: Shifting from the larger scope of security gates and only targeting a separating fence between the Airport and Town property. Target construction date is spring 2026.
December 31, 2025: Plans submitted to town for permit review, RFP and bit award projected completion date of by mid-April with construction targeted for June 2026.
Target Date: Summer 2026
Status: 50% Complete
Lead: Police
Supporting: Engineering and Facilities
Related Goals: Environmental Sustainability, Communication & Public Outreach, Workforce Housing, and Emergency Preparedness
3.1 West River Street Parking Lot, Street Realignment and Frontage Improvements (C2507)
Description: Design and construct a parking lot on the north side of West River Street between the Truckee Tire/Flyer's building and the UPRR right-of-way. Project also includes realigning a portion of West River Street to accommodate frontage improvements along the West River Street site property.
Project Update:
September 30, 2025: Lot line and property exchange is in negotiation.
December 31, 2025: Design contract scope and negotiation has started, with design starting in winter 2026.
Target Date: Spring 2028
Status: Preliminary Design Started
Lead: Engineering
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3.2 Reimagine Bridge Street (C1805)
Description: Evaluation, design and construction of improvements to the Bridge Street/Donner Pass Road and Bridge Street/West River Street intersections. Improvements are anticipated to include traffic signals, sidewalks, crosswalks, preemption infrastructure, utility undergrounding, and railroad gates. Project goals consider traffic capacity, pedestrian/bicycle facilities, safety, esthetics, and ability to implement a Union Pacific Railroad "Quiet Zone".
Project Update:
September 30. 2025: Due to delays with UPRR and CPUC approvals, this project will likely will not be under construction until 2027 summer.
December 31, 2025: 100% plans have been submitted to UPRR and CPUC. Other items of work in progress include contracts with utilities, specification development, license agreements, and UPRR forms.
Target Date: Spring 2028
Status: Plans 100% Complete/Submitted to UPRR/CPUC for approval.
Lead: Engineering
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3.3 2026 Guardrail Replacement Project
Description: Replace guardrails at various locations around Town. HSIP grant funded.
Project Update:
September 30, 2025: Grant awarded and general project scope known. Anticipated construction in summer 2026.
December 31, 2025: Draft construction documents prepared by Engineering staff. Allocation request to Caltrans for grant funding anticipated in February 2026. Plan to bid project for construction summer 2026.
Target Date: Fall 2027
Status: 15% Complete
Lead: Engineering
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3.4 2026 Bridge Maintenance Project
Description: Repair various bridges around Town based on bridge inspection reports (community serving infrastructure).
Project Update:
December 31, 2025: Draft construction documents are being prepared by Engineering staff. Environmental permits are in the process of being applied for. Plan to bid project for construction late summer/fall 2026.
Target Date: Fall 2026
Status: 15% Complete
Lead: Engineering
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Related Goals: Environmental Sustainability, Communication & Public Outreach, Workforce Housing, and Emergency Preparedness
4.1 Riverview Sports Park Trail Connection
Description: This will construct a new Class I trail connection through the Riverview Sports Park to connect the Joerger Drive Trail with the Legacy Trail. Project also includes a maintenance asphalt overlay of the existing Legacy Trail spur to the Sports Park.
Project Update:
September 30, 2025: Notice of Completion to Council on November 24. Project complete except one solar-powered pedestrian trail light anticipated to be installed before the end of November.
Target Date: Summer 2025
Status: Completed
Lead: Engineering
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4.2 Tahoe Donner Trail Project
Description: This task includes supporting the Tahoe Donner Association in developing and construction of a 4.5-mile paved trail from the Trout Creek trailhead, through the subdivision, terminating at the Tahoe Donner Adventure Center.Project Update:
September 30, 2025: Tahoe Donner Association (TDA) led project. No movement from TDA since last year, but TDA staff says it is still in the works.
Target Date: Spring 2029
Status:
Lead: Engineering
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4.3 Downtown Railroad Pedestrian Crossing (C2106)
Description: Evaluation, design and construction of improvements to the Bridge Street/Donner Pass Road and Bridge Street/West River Street intersections. Improvements are anticipated to include traffic signals, sidewalks, crosswalks, pre-emption infrastructure, utility undergrounding, and railroad gates.Project Update:
September 30, 2025: Design team further developed crossing structure type designs (i.e. above and below grade) and narrowed down preferred crossing locations from 6 to 3, following site visit with Community Review Committee and feedback. Staff also worked with Design Team to develop visual renderings to better inform the decision-making process. Public process concluded with Technical Advisory Committee and Community Review Committee meeting #3 occurring in August while meetings #1 and #2 occurred in FY24/25. Admin Draft Report under development and due fall 2025. Study scheduled to be completed ahead of schedule in early 2026.
December 31, 2025: Administrative Draft, Public Draft, and Final Public Draft complete with comments from Technical Advisory Committee and Community Review Committee incorporated, as applicable. Final Report scheduled for Council consideration of acceptance in January 2026. Grant expires in April 2026 and all deliverables schedule to be complete ahead of schedule and under budget. Future project development activities anticipated to be paused and focus shift to update Active Transportation Plan.
Target Date: Summer 2026
Status: 90% Complete (Feasibility)
Lead: Engineering and Transportation
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4.4 Active Transportation Plan Update (C2320)
Description: Develop a comprehensive Active Transportation Plan (ATP) to build upon the Truckee Trails and Bikeways Master Plan (2015), with the goal of integrating all modes of active transportation and addressing a broader range of policy considerations to improve accessibility, connectivity, safety, and mobility throughout the community.Project Update:
September 30, 2025: Staff has developed an initial draft RFP based on Caltrans ATP Guidelines as well as RFP's from relevant communities. Staff anticipates issuing RFP in Spring 2026 as planned following completion of Downtown Railroad Pedestrian Crossing Feasibility Study and grant close out.
December 31, 2025: Following conclusion of "Downtown Railroad Pedestrian Crossing" staff anticipates shifting focus and resources to completing final ATP RFP for issuance in Spring 2026.
Target Date: Spring 2028
Status: 15% Complete
Lead: Engineering and Transportation
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Related Goals: Environmental Sustainability, Communication & Public Outreach, and Emergency Preparedness
5.1 Public Improvement and Engineering Standards (PIES) Update
Description: Update the existing Public Improvement and Engineering Standards (May 2003) to reflect current (2025) Engineering expectations for improvements throughout town.
Project Update:
September 30, 2025: Adoption planned for November 24 after rescheduling from October 28 meeting, to finalize coordination with CATT/TTEA.
December 31, 2025: Adopted. Annual updates are anticipated.
Target Date: Fall 2025
Status: Complete
Lead: Engineering
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5.2 Support Development of New Truckee Library Facility (C2110)
Description: 2040 General Plan Community Character Element Action Item CC-6.E. The Town provides both in-kind and financial support to assist with planning for a new expanded Truckee Library location. The library will be operated as part of the Nevada County Community Library through a Joint Powers Authority (JPA) that includes representation from the Town of Truckee and Nevada and Placer Counties.
Project Update:
September 30, 2025: With the success of Measure G, staff continues to work with the project partners with a goal of bidding the project construction in 2027. The Phase 1 design is complete and the CEQA analysis will likely start by January 2026.
December 31, 2025: Staff continues to work with project partners with a goal of bidding the project for construction in 2027. Phase 2 design (final construction packet) planned to commence in March/April 2026 if funding can be secured.
Target Date: Spring 2029
Status: 15% Complete
Lead: Engineering
Supporting: Town Manager, Neighborhood Services, and Planning
5.3 Townwide Crosswalk Implementation Policy
Description: Evaluate, with the intent to establish, a townwide policy regarding implementation of crosswalk improvements at various types of pedestrian crossings of roadways and driveways throughout Truckee.
Project Update:
September 30, 2025: Preliminary staff discussions in progress. Plan to start working on this in early 2026, potentially in alignment with the ATP update.
December 31, 2025: Incorporated into Active Transportation Plan Update (C2320) for alignment on planning efforts directly related. ATP planned to commence in the first half of 2026.
Target Date: Fall 2027
Status: 5% Complete
Lead: Transportation & Engineering
Supporting: Fleet
5.4 Road Maintenance Sales Tax Polling
Description: Conduct community polling for the potential renewal of Measure V, the Town's 1/2 percent sales tax dedicated to road maintenance.
Project Update:
September 30, 2025: Council approved a contract with Team CivX in September 2025 for developing and conducting public opinion surveys in Nov/Dec. which is currently on schedule. Staff will return to Council in winter 2026 with polling results and seek direction on potential future ballot measure for renewal of Measure V prior to expiration in 2028.
December 31, 2025: Public Opinion Surveys complete in December 2026 with results scheduled to be presented to Council and public in January 2026. Placement of measure renewal on the June 2026 Primary elections will be reviewed by Council in February 2026.
Target Date: Winter 2026
Status: 50% Complete
Lead: Engineering and Transportation
Supporting: Town Manager
5.5 Town Surveyor Request for Proposal
Description: Conduct a Request For Proposals (RFP) process to obtain Town Surveyor services from a consultant, which supports both Engineering and Planning development projects.
Project Update:
Target Date: Fall 2026
Status:
Lead: Public Works, Engineering and Transportation
Supporting:
5.6 Town Traffic Consultant Request for Qualifications
Description: Conduct a Request For Qualifications (RFQ) process to obtain Traffic Consultant services from a list of consultants, which supports both Engineering and Planning development projects.
Project Update:
Target Date: Fall 2026
Status:
Lead: Public Works, Engineering and Transportation
Supporting:
Related Goals: Workforce Housing, Environmental Sustainability, Communication & Public Outreach, and Emergency Preparedness
6.1 Trout Creek Restoration - Reach 1, Phase 2 (C1704)
Description: Plans, specifications and estimates (PS&E), permitting, construction, and monitoring of the Reach 1, Phase 2 portion of project (approximately 500 feet, including School Street and Jibboom Street bridges and area adjacent to Truckee Donner Recreation and Parks District Community Arts Center).
Project Update:
September 30, 2025: Draft 65% plans are complete and final 65% plans are expected by the end of the year. Staff is working to find grant funding for this project.
December 31, 2025: Staff continue to work with the design consultant on finalizing the 65% plans and cost estimates. Staff continue to monitor grant funding opportunities for this project. Anticipated final 65% in Q1 2026.
Target Date: Spring 2029
Status: 65% Complete for final draft plans; 65% plans and estimates Q1 2026
Lead: Engineering
Supporting:
6.2 Donner Lake Bank Restoration (C2314)
Description: Restore and stabilize various portions of the banks of Donner Lake along the south side of Donner Pass Road.
Project Update:
September 30, 2025: This is a project lead by Truckee River Watershed Council. A draft report identifying potential improvement locations is expected by the end of the year.
December 31, 2026: This is a project lead by Truckee River Watershed Council. A draft report identifying potential improvement locations is expected in Q1 2026 (originally anticipated by end of 2025).
Target Date: Winter 2027
Status: 50% Complete
Lead: Engineering
Supporting:
Related Goals: Workforce Housing, Environmental Sustainability, Communication & Public Outreach, and Emergency Preparedness
7.1 Truckee Vanpool Pilot Program (C2510)
Description: The Vanpool Pilot Program increases the vanpool subsidy available to commuters through the existing Regional Transportation Commission of Washoe County (RTC Washoe) Smart Trips program for up to 18 vanpools for 12 months each. The Town has been awarded a total of $174,720 in Carbon Reduction Program funds for FY 24/25 through FY 26/27 through the State of California to increase the subsidy already provided by RTC Washoe.
Project Update:
September 30, 2025: First Truckee Vanpool was launched in October to serve Brickelltown environmental engineering firm of Shaaf and Wheeler. Broader local adoption has been slow. However, new Vanpool GM has been assigned by Commute with Enterprise in advance of peak winter season to garner more interest and participation and Town taking a more active role in promoting. Discussion ongoing with larger employers and TDMA.
December 31, 2026: Vanpool adoption in late fall and early winter slower than anticipated given slow start to winter. Additional outreach efforts underway to bolster awareness and participation.
Target Date: Spring 2027
Status: Complete
Lead: Transportation
Supporting:
7.2 Parking District Infrastructure (C2016)
Description: As part of the ongoing efforts to maintain and enhance the district infrastructure, staff is implementing action items from the 2019 Parking Action Plan. The Parking District pay stations have been upgraded, and some inventory has been reduced and replaced with signage to encourage the use of various alternative payment options. In line with efforts to continue to enhance operational efficiency and accommodate the growing district, the Parking District plans to acquire a mobile license plate reader (ALPR) in FY 25/26. This technology will streamline parking enforcement efforts and improve overall program efficiency, contributing to a seamless parking experience for residents and visitors alike. The ALPR will also allow for convenient data collection and analysis related to parking turnover, occupancy rates, and other useful information for the District.Project Update:
September 30, 2025: To date, we have reduced parking meter inventory to 37 pay stations from 57, and all have been upgraded to the newest pay by plate technology, with no need to display a receipt. Staff is currently researching License Plate Reader technology to procure for enforcement and data collection. Staff are also working with Dixon Resources Unlimited on financial modeling to identify a solution for financial sustainability in the District.
December 31, 2025: Operation and maintenance of Parking Infrastructure is ongoing with over 90% functionality of meters daily. With significant advancement of Parking District infrastructure being installed and functional, staff anticipate a shift to focus on parking policy, including management of inventory and signage, review of pricing, and clean up and alignment of current code and fee schedule.
Target Date: Spring 2030
Status: Ongoing
Lead: Parking and Transportation
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7.3 Truckee Railyard Mobility Hub - Phase 2B (C2508)
Description: Phase 2B of the Truckee Railyard Mobility Hub will serve as a community mobility hub and provide safer and more convenient access to local and regional transit services and the regional bicycle and pedestrian network, reduce traffic congestion and accommodate planned increased transit services for both the Town and Placer County. This project will include a climate-controlled transit center structure as well as final streetscape amenities. Phase 2B will also provide public common areas complemented by public art as well as historical, cultural, and environmental educational and interpretative opportunities.Project Update:
September 30, 2025: 30% Schematic Design complete in July however, cost escalation required value engineering process. That has been completed and 100% Schematic/Design Drawings were completed in September. Construction Drawings under development to submit for Town permit. Bid scheduled for winter 2026 to meet summer 2026 construction target.
December 31, 2025: 60% Construction Drawings are complete, and 90% Construction Drawings are under development and schedule to be submitted to Town Planning and Building Depts as well as Truckee Fire, TDPUD and TSD. A funding allocation request is scheduled for March California Transportation Commission meeting with bid to occur around that time.
Target Date: Spring 2027
Status: 90% Design Complete
Lead: Engineering and Transportation
Supporting:
Related Goals: Workforce Housing, Environmental Sustainability, Communication & Public Outreach, and Emergency Preparedness
8.1 Economic Development Strategic Plan
Description: General Plan Action EC-1.B. Update economic development strategic plan by 2025 to study current economic data and trends in Truckee and craft specific policies and programs to address the town's current economic needs.
Project Update:
December 31, 2025: Will commence in early 2026 under the Assistant Town Manager. Foundational background work completed.
Target Date: December 2026
Status:
Lead: Economic Vitality
Supporting: Assistant Town Manager
8.2 Downtown Welcome Center Update
Description: Planning and implementation of future visitor and transit information services downtown, including long-term funding strategy and opportunities provided upon completion of Railyard Transit Center.Project Update:
September 30, 2025: Downtown Welcome Center updates have included rebranding away from being an official California Welcome Center to focus on Truckee regional branding, revamped interior, opening of the main depot doors which were closed since Covid, new digital information kiosks and more.
December 31, 2025: Chamber welcome center committee continues to iterate on potential changes.
Target Date: June 2026
Status: 80% Complete
Lead: Economic Vitality
Supporting: Assistant Town Manager
8.3 Chamber of Commerce Contract Renewal
Description: The Town's contract with the Truckee Chamber of Commerce ends 6/30/26, staff will work to renew the contract and review the deliverables and terms.Project Update:
September 30, 2025: Staff plan to work toward commencing initial conversations with Truckee Chamber staff in early 2026.
December 31, 2025: First meeting has occurred with Chamber board, staff and Council representatives. Work will continue in early 2026 with plans to complete before budget is adopted.
Target Date: June 2026
Status: 10% Complete
Lead: Economic Vitality
Supporting: Assistant Town Manager
8.4 Business Navigator Software Implementation
Description: OpenCounter software will be overhauled with more robust and accurate information to allow businesses looking to move or expand within Truckee to access reliable and accurate land use and permit information online before speaking with a planner.Project Update:
September 30, 2025: Staff have experienced significant barriers while working with the software vendor to update information. Potential alternative solutions are being explored.
December 31, 2025: After coordinating with Planning Division, Open Counter has been notified that we do not plan to renew our contract due to the significant barriers to implementing their software. Internal options to deliver a similar experience for the public are being explored.
Target Date: June 2026
Status: 10% Complete
Lead: Economic Vitality
Supporting: Assistant Town Manager
8.5 Complete Bi-Annual Performance Review of Short-Term Rental (STR) Program
Description: Town Council has requested that the STR program provide a bi-annual performance review update to Town Council to assess how the STR ordinance is working. The bi-annual report will include data reporting and analysis regarding the number and use of STRs, complaints received and citations.Project Update:
September 30, 2025: Transition from bi-annual review and discussion item to Town Council to release of the STR Division Data Report. The report includes data on the make-up and use of the Town's current STR inventory and provides a comparison of data from year end 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 and in 2025 up until June 30, 2025, 2025. Report includes data on registered STR's, hosted rentals, workforce housing, waitlist applications, TOT, and STR compliance. The report is set to be released by 11/14/25 to the public and will also be shared directly with the Town Council and VTT.
Target Date: Summer 2025
Status: Complete
Lead: Neighborhood Services
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8.6 Complete Potential Minor Amendment to Short-Term Rental Ordinance
Description: This task is a placeholder for potential minor amendments to the STR ordinance, if Town Council identifies areas of the ordinance that warrant minor modification during the bi-annual performance review. Note: If Council directs staff to undertake major policy changes to the STR ordinance or to lead a stakeholder process, additional workplan modifications will be required to accommodate this level of work.
Project Update:
September 30, 2025: STR Division Data Report was released in the place of the biannual review. At the Town Council retreat there will be discussion regarding any potential modifications to the STR Ordinance that need to be made. Current amendments to the STR Ordinance that Town Staff are working on include Senate Bill 346 which is going into effect on January 1, 2026. SB 346 is a new law that allows local jurisdictions, by ordinance, to require STR facilitators (e.g. Airbnb, VRBO etc.) to report specific data such as the APN, and physical address of listed properties. This information would be helpful to the Town's enforce efforts. Furthermore, CDD Code and the STR Division are currently reviewing potential municipal code cleanup language regarding the Town's appeal process (TMC Chp 1).
Target Date: Winter 2025/26
Status: 10% Complete
Lead: Neighborhood Services
Supporting:
8.7 Implement Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) Hotel Auditing Process with Contracted Consultant, Avenue Insights, Inc.
Description: Contracted with consultant to audit books of 5-7 hotels each year to ensure proper reporting of taxable revenues. In collaboration with consultants, create process for auditing program and complete first round of hotel audits.Project Update:
September 30, 2025: All hotel lodging providers have been notified that each hotel in Truckee will undergo a TOT compliance review by our consultant, Neumo (previously Avenue Insights, Inc), scheduled in phases over the next three years. Compliance reviews of the first group is in process; 4 audits have been closed out with minimal findings and the remaining 3 are still open.
Target Date: Summer 2026
Status: 30% Complete
Lead: Neighborhood Services
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8.8 Work Collaboratively with Truckee Fire Protection District to Streamline the Short-Term Rental Fire Safety Inspection Process
Description: Collaborate with Truckee Fire Protection District to improve on current process for completion and tracking of the STR Fire Safety Inspections and transition fire inspect fee collection from the Town to TFPD.Project Update:
September 30, 2025: Existing contract with the TFPD has been reviewed and edited by both Town of Truckee and TFPD staff to streamline the STR Fire Safety Inspection process and is currently in the final stages of review with legal. The TFPD is set to take in the STR Fire Safety Inspection fee directly starting January 1, 2026. The Town will issue fire fee refunds in Q1 2026 to STR properties with an active 2026 certificate that have paid into the fire fee but have not had an inspection. Then by June 30, 2026, the Town will pay the TFPD all monies left in the Fire Fee Retention account after the Town has issued refunds to refund-eligible short-term rental operators.
December 31, 2025: Contract amendment with the TFPD executed, and TFPD taking in the STR fire safety inspection fee as of January 1, 2026. Town staff on track to issue fire fee refunds in Q1 2026 to STR properties and pay the TFPD monies left in the fire fee retention account by June 30, 2026.
Target Date: Winter 2025/26
Status: 90% Complete
Lead: Neighborhood Services
Supporting: Assistant Town Manager
Related Goals: Workforce Housing, Environmental Sustainability, Communication & Public Outreach, and Emergency Preparedness
9.1 River Revitalization Action Plan
Description: River Revitalization Steering Committee (R2SC) work will be developed in to an action plan to be presented to Town Council for adoption.
Project Update:
September 30, 2025: The R3 Playbook was adopted by Truckee Town Council in September 2025.
Target Date: June 2026
Status: Complete
Lead: Economic Vitality
Supporting: Planning and Town Manager
9.2 River Revitalization Catalyst Project: 10603 East River Street
Description: A construction office and yard, with 250 feet of Truckee River frontage, along the easter river corridor. Potential for relocation, adaptive reuse, beautification of river health restoration and floodplain restoration. Long-term strategic visioning catalyst site with support including envisioning best and highest use, receiver site identification and land use planning.Project Update:
September 30, 2025: Several catalyst project meetings have occurred. Goals have been identified, and work will continue to support the catalyst project. Specifics include identifying timeline and next steps including partnering with neighboring properties, and research into documented details of parcel including GIS and zoning data.
December 31, 2025: Catalyst project meetings continue to be held monthly, with progress continuing. Specifics include exploration of options for new uses on the Tanner Construction site.
Target Date: June 2030
Status: 20% Complete
Lead: Economic Vitality
Supporting: Planning and Town Manager
9.3 River Revitalization Catalyst Project: Old Trestle-10331 West River Street
Description: A centrally located property and project within the river corridor, adjacent to DEWBEYÚMUWEɁ park, this catalyst site is envisioned to be a riverfront restaurant. Opportunity for beautification, new commercial space, stormwater improvements, vegetation enhancements, and pedestrian and cyclist-oriented facilities and viewed as short-term catalyst. Support includes serving as a liaison through entitlement and building permit process and communications.Project Update:
September 30, 2025: Several catalyst project meetings have occurred. Goals have been identified, and work will continue to support the catalyst project. Specifics include: The Old Trestle design team meeting with Town staff to strategize around potential design challenges and solutions.
December 31, 2025: Catalyst project meetings continue to be held monthly, with progress continuing. Specifics include Progress toward entitlement of the Old Trestle project including planning for public outreach.
Target Date: Fall 2026
Status: 20% Complete
Lead: Economic Vitality
Supporting: Planning, Community Engagement, and Town Manager
9.4 River Revitalization Catalyst Project: Truckee River Partners LLC-10885 West River Street
Description: An existing commercial use interested in beautification, adaptive reuse, new commercial space development, potential opportunity for housing and potential improvements for pedestrian and bicycle pathways. A mid-range catalyst site with support expected to include potential lot line adjustments, rezoning, and design support.Project Update:
September 30, 2025: Several catalyst project meetings have occurred. Goals have been identified, and work will continue to support the catalyst project. Specifics include meetings held to strategize key success factors and barriers to success, communications strategy and design concepts.
December 31, 2025: Catalyst project meetings continue to be held monthly, with progress continuing. Specifics include progress toward planning of revitalization of the Truckee River Partners site.
Target Date: June 2027
Status: 20% Complete
Lead: Economic Vitality
Supporting: Assistant Town Manager
9.5 River Revitalization Receiver Site Analysis
Description: River Revitalization Steering Committee Receiver Site subcommittee will work to identify receiver sites.Project Update:
September 30, 2025: The Receiver Site subcommittee worked to identify potential receiver site opportunities in Truckee. Receiver site work will continue as catalyst site projects inform the next steps.
December 31, 2025: Receiver site analysis is paused at previously identified opportunity sites. Tanner Construction receiver site will begin to specify the details of next steps.
Target Date: June 2026
Status: 50% Complete
Lead: Economic Vitality
Supporting: Planning and Town Manager
9.6 DEWBEYÚMUWEɁ PARK/West River Street Site Redevelopment (C1817)
Description: Remaining work on the DEWBEYÚMUWEɁ PARK includes bank stabilizing along the Truckee River and finishing the remainder of the park improvements that started in 2024.Project Update:
September 30, 2025: Staff is working to complete interpretive signs.
December 31, 2026: Complete except for installation of interpretive panels and final closeout of environmental permitting. Both efforts are currently in progress by Town staff and anticipated completion Q1 2026.
Target Date: Q1 2025
Status: 99% Complete
Lead: Engineering
Supporting:
9.7 River Revitalization Steering Committee (R2SC) and Action Team Meeting Management
Description: R2SC and Action Team meetings require staff coordination and management.Project Update:
September 30, 2025: Regular R2SC and Action Team meetings have sun set as work now focused on Catalyst Site meetings.
December 31, 2025: R2SC may reconvene in 2026 to evaluate the Old Trestle catalyst project.
Target Date: Ongoing
Status: 99% Complete
Lead: Economic Vitality
Supporting: Assistant Town Manager
Related Goals: Communication & Public Outreach
10.1 Develop Permit Program to Regulate Street Vending
Description: Create and implement a predictable permit process for street vending.
Project Update:
September 30, 2025: An ordinance to regulate street vending was adopted by Town Council on September 23 and became effective on October 23, 2025. Staff is continuing to work through implementation of the new permit, including the adoption of an application fee and the creation of a map identifying allowable sidewalk vending locations.
Target Date: Summer 2025
Status: 99% Complete
Lead: Planning
Supporting: