Community Engagement Approach
The Cultivating Community, Conserving the Basin project emphasizes meaningful community engagement, creating avenues for residents to actively participate in shaping Regional Plan policies. Through neighborhood meetings, community events, TRPA meetings, and other accessible feedback opportunities, the agency is committed to an inclusive process that increases two-way engagement between community members and TRPA.
Engagement Goals
CONDUCT AN ACCESSIBLE
ENGAGEMENT PROCESS
At TRPA, we’re committed to creating clear, concise, and accessible communication materials in a variety of formats. We are working to make sure participation is easy and convenient for everyone.
BUILD COMMUNITY
CAPACITY AND MEANINGFUL
RELATIONSHIPS
This project aims to build deeper relationships with the community. We want to hear your voice and collaborate to create a more connected future. We look forward to working together to shape our community beyond this project.
ENGAGE A DIVERSE
AUDIENCE
TRPA is seeking to engage a wide array of community groups and stakeholders, particularly those with historically underrepresented voices. Your unique perspective is important to us.
CREATE A SHARED VISION
We believe our community thrives when everyone has a say. This project is about coming together to define what matters most to us as a whole. We respect the fact that there will be different perspectives. By working collaboratively, we will create a shared vision that reflects the heart of our community.
Engagement Goals
CONDUCT AN ACCESSIBLE
ENGAGEMENT PROCESS
At TRPA, we’re committed to creating clear, concise, and accessible communication materials in a variety of formats. We are working to make sure participation is easy and convenient for everyone.
BUILD COMMUNITY
CAPACITY AND MEANINGFUL
RELATIONSHIPS
This project aims to build deeper relationships with the community. We want to hear your voice and collaborate to create a more connected future. We look forward to working together to shape our community beyond this project.
ENGAGE A DIVERSE
AUDIENCE
TRPA is seeking to engage a wide array of community groups and stakeholders, particularly those with historically underrepresented voices. Your unique perspective is important to us.
CREATE A SHARED VISION
We believe our community thrives when everyone has a say. This project is about coming together to define what matters most to us as a whole. We respect the fact that there will be different perspectives. By working collaboratively, we will create a shared vision that reflects the heart of our community.
Get Involved
By engaging in regionwide conversations around our Regional Plan, you can create the change you want to see—for your family, your community, and our region’s future. You are the expert, and we want to know what you value about our region and what you’d change. Throughout the coming phases of the project, there will be many ways to get involved. Be sure to check the website frequently and sign up for project updates to stay in the know.
Cultivating Community, Conserving the Basin Scholarship Program
Applications will remain open through March 26, 2025, for the initial selection of up to 14 awardees and 1 conference scholarship. Additional applications will be accepted on a rolling basis after the deadline, subject to available funds.
Applicants have the option to submit responses in audio, video or written format. See eligibility and other requirements below.Awards Available
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$25,000 available for approximately 14 participants
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Reimbursement will be provided up to $1,600 per individual for up to 20 hours of participation
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One conference scholarship of up to $3,000 available for one individual
Event Calendar
Upcoming Events
May 19, 2025, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PMTahoe Regional Planning Agency, 128 Market St, Stateline, NV 89410, USAThe Tahoe Living Working Group will meet on Monday, May 19.- Jun 23, 2025, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PMTahoe Regional Planning Agency, 128 Market St, Stateline, NV 89410, USA
- Jun 24, 2025, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PMTahoe Regional Planning Agency, 128 Market St, Stateline, NV 89410, USA
- Sep 22, 2025, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PMTahoe Regional Planning Agency, 128 Market St, Stateline, NV 89410, USA
- Sep 23, 2025, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PMTahoe Regional Planning Agency, 128 Market St, Stateline, NV 89410, USA
Past Events
Community Based Organization (CBO) Mini Grantee
Become a CBO mini grantee. Four organizations will receive $10,000 each, plus $2500 for direct costs (to cover gift cards, food, and other needed costs) to conduct community outreach to underserved and impacted communities over a two-year period starting in January 2025. Applications were closed October 28, 2024. More information below.
Community Partner Group (CPG)
CPG is a two-year long ad hoc group of eleven representatives from community-based organizations (CBOs). CPG members will help identify needs, barriers, and disparities, shape equitable design of Regional Plan policies, and inform effective community engagement strategies between November 2024 and June 2026. Applications were closed December 2, 2024. More information below.
Ways to Get Involved
Project information will be regularly updated on this website. Check back frequently for details on public events and opportunities to provide feedback.
Sign up for updates to receive email notifications of upcoming meetings and events.
Reach out to Jacob Stock with any questions about the project at jstock@trpa.gov
