Tahoe Transportation District manager retiring

After more than 15 years, Tahoe Transportation District Manager Carl Hasty is retiring.

“The accomplishments we’ve achieved during my time here have only been possible through the collective effort and dedication of our team and board,” Hasty said on Monday. “I am proud of the work we've done to ensure that our transportation systems not only meet the needs of our growing communities but also protect the environmental integrity of the Lake Tahoe Basin.”

During his tenure, the district secured various grants through competitive federal, state, and local sources, enabling the completion of key projects that balanced community needs with environmental preservation.

“Carl’s visionary approach to transportation has left an indelible mark on our region,” said District Board of Directors Chairwoman Alexis Hill. “His dedication to both the community and the environment has set a high standard for all of us. We are grateful for his leadership and commitment, which have truly transformed the way we approach transportation in the Lake Tahoe Basin.”

Among the changes over the last 15 years are the Highway 89-Fanny Bridge Community Revitalization project, which resulted in the construction of a 153-foot bridge over the Truckee River, new roundabouts, and multimodal enhancements that improved connectivity and safety for pedestrians and cyclists.

Significant progress was also made on the Highway 28 National Scenic Byway project, which earned its designation as America’s Most Beautiful Bikeway by creating safer, more accessible routes. Key achievements include the completion of the North Shore Demonstration Project—a three-mile multi-use trail connecting Incline Village to Sand Harbor State Park, which opened on June 28, 2019, and the South Shore bike path from Stateline to Roundhill, both integral parts of the Stateline to Stateline project. Planned projects for the east shore corridor include nearly eight miles of multi-use trail from Sand Harbor to Spooner Summit, expected to be completed between 2025 and 2030, along with various transit, parking, and water quality improvements.