Category: Board of Trustees
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IVGID Board Questions Effluent Agreement, Reconsiders Tennis Plans and Approves $180,000 Legislative Contract
IVGID trustees questioned a proposed 30-year effluent agreement over concerns about wetlands and hunting revenue, reconsidered plans to rebuild seven tennis courts, and approved a $180,000 lobbying contract. The board also addressed utility ordinances, financial reporting, and Snowflake Lodge.
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IVGID Candidate Forum Highlights Different Approaches to Spending, Reserves and the Future of Our Amenities
Three candidates, two IVGID Board seats and differing views on capital spending, reserves and long-term planning. Tuesday’s forum gave residents a chance to compare how Noble, Brooks and Swenson would manage District assets and financial priorities. Watch the recording before you vote.
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IVGID Board Election 2026: Hear From All Three Candidates at Tonight’s Community Forum
Three candidates, two seats on the IVGID Board of Trustees. Tonight, October 13, residents can hear directly from Ryan Brooks, Dave Noble, and Harry Swenson at a moderated forum at Incline High School. Attend in person to ask questions and learn more before voting in November.
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What is Really Going on With Snowflake Lodge?
Author: Dave Noble The IVGID Board of Trustees has begun investigating the potential replacement of Snowflake Lodge at Diamond Peak. Unfortunately, a survey was sent out to community members two weeks ago that left some with the impression that the IVGID Board had already decided to construct a new Lodge…
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TINSTAAFL, Snowflake Lodge and the 2026 Election
Snowflake Lodge is at a critical junction – either we invest to ensure it is available for generations to come, or we allow it to continue to decay and eventually close it down.
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IVGID Board Meeting: Snowflake Lodge Takes Center Stage
IVGID trustees approved $811,332 to advance Snowflake Lodge through 30% design. The board also continued exploring workforce housing at 771 Southwood Boulevard and reviewed corrections to July financial reporting. Here’s what residents should know.
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IVGID Could Come Off Fiscal Watch and Trustees Address Emergency Preparedness, Major Capital Projects
IVGID could come off fiscal watch this fall as trustees review financial progress, emergency preparedness and major capital projects. The board also debated the future of its Tahoe Meadows property, discussed the $39.5 million Effluent Pipeline investment and approved a framework for private fundraising. Here’s what residents should know.
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Why I’m Voting for Ryan Brooks and Dave Noble for IVGID Trustee
In this opinion column, Kristie Wells explains the governing qualities she considered after interviewing all three IVGID trustee candidates. She discusses experience, collaboration, oversight, respect for District staff and the ability to move projects forward, then identifies the two candidates she plans to support in the 2026 election for trustee.
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Dave Noble Says IVGID Has Waited Long Enough
Dave Noble is seeking a second term after helping IVGID move long-delayed projects forward. He argues that postponing necessary work only increases the cost. His record reflects a willingness to prioritize urgent needs, make difficult decisions and defer proposals that do not justify the expense or deliver enough community value.
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Harry Swenson Wants IVGID to Prove the Need Before It Spends
Harry Swenson wants IVGID to define the need before approving major projects or raising fees. Drawing on his NASA career, he favors realistic budgets, rigorous financial oversight and clearer public explanations. He supports key facility improvements but wants trustees to challenge assumptions, verify demand and prioritize residents when making decisions.
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Ryan “RB” Brooks Wants IVGID to Finish What It Starts
Ryan “RB” Brooks is running for the IVGID Board of Trustees with one focus: get things done. He wants to rebuild trust, scrutinize capital spending, make better use of District assets and give management room to execute. His experience suggests he knows how to move agencies from discussion to action.
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IVGID Board Moves Forward on Burnt Cedar Security, New Waste Contract and District Technology Upgrades
Wednesday’s IVGID Board meeting brought action on Burnt Cedar security and tree remediation, approval of a new 10-year waste agreement, and technology improvements projected to save the District more than $500,000. Here are three things that stood out, what the Board decided, and what residents should watch next.