Oracle Arena will open its doors on Wednesday night from 6-9pm allowing fans to get together, tour the locker rooms, buy merchandise and reflect back on their favorite 2012-2013 Warriors moments. This event is free and open to the public and will include player appearances, performances by the Warrior girls and more. Warriors players tentatively scheduled to appear include Stephen Curry, Harrison Barnes, Carl Landry, Kent Bazemore and Brandon Rush.

“The Golden State Warriors had a phenomenal year,” said Nate Miley Chair of Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum Authority. “We wanted to show both the team and the fans how much we appreciate them and celebrate their success together one more time this year. Hosting a Fan Rally to bring everyone together at Oracle Arena one more time is the perfect end to the season.”

Parking lots will open at 5:00 PM for the event, with Oracle Arena opening at 6:00 PM. Select Warriors merchandise will be on sale at a discounted rate and concessions will feature $1.00 popcorn, $2.00 hot dogs, $3.00 nachos and $4.00 soft drinks. Fans will have the opportunity to enter to win one of 20 autographed copies of the Stephen Curry cover issue of Sports Illustrated, listen to Q&As with the players as they reflect on the season, shoot free throws on the court and win other Warriors prizes throughout the evening.

About Oracle Arena & O.co Coliseum
Oracle Arena and O.co Coliseum, managed by AEG Facilities, are the premiere sports and entertainment complexes in Northern California. Home of the NBA’s Golden State Warriors, the NFL’s Oakland Raiders and MLB’s Oakland Athletics as well as host to concerts, family shows and special events. Additional information on Oracle Arena and O.co Coliseum, including a complete schedule of events can be found online at www.coliseum.com .

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The American Red Cross has one shelter open in Moore and is working on locating others; we continue to operate three shelters that were opened Sunday in the Oklahoma City area following the storms on Sunday. .

Red Cross volunteers are out tonight with food and supplies supporting first responders.

More than 25 emergency response vehicles are positioned to move at first light Tuesday, and we expect that the number will increase. The Red Cross is also sending in kitchen support trailers to support the upcoming operation to provide meals to those forced out of their homes.

People in Oklahoma near the tornado area are encouraged to connect with one another and let loved ones know that they are safe. This can be done through the I’m Safe feature of the free Red Cross tornado app. In addition, if you have access to a computer, go to redcross.org/safeandwell to list yourself as safe. If not, you can text loved ones or call a family member and ask them to register you on the site.

This has been a major disaster, and the Red Cross will be there for the people in this state and this community. People who wish to make a donation to support the Red Cross response can visit redcross.org, dial 1-800-REDCROSS or text REDCROSS to 90999 to make a $10 donation.

About the American Red Cross:
The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies about 40 percent of the nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a not-for-profit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or join our blog at http://blog.redcross.org.

Part of this renewed confidence can be tied to the area’s plans for the future. A cornerstone of those plans, the U.S. Highway 50 South Shore Community Revitalization Project moved forward into the environmental analysis phase in April. Upon completion, this project that reimagines Tahoe South’s corridor between Pioneer Trail and Lakeview Parkway as a pedestrian friendly main street is projected to bring an annual retail sales increase of $16-$25 million.

The South Shore Vision Plan, commissioned by the South Tahoe Alliance of Resorts and finalized in 2011, complements the U.S. 50 project. It focuses on the 1.5 miles along the main boulevard between Ski Run Boulevard, one mile west of the state line, and a half-mile into Nevada to Kahle Drive. Plans call for initiating environmental enhancements including more green space and access to the lake.

The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency also successfully passed its new blueprint for the future in the Lake Tahoe Regional Plan Update. One of its priorities is streamlining the permitting process with the underlying goal of encouraging environmental redevelopment.

An alliance of Tahoe South lodging properties, in cooperation with the City of South Lake Tahoe, will launch the Lakefront District this summer. Spanning from Ski Run Marina south to just past Lakeview Commons Beach the area includes all properties and businesses that are within 200 yards of the water. The Lakefront District’s highlight is the centerpiece of Tahoe South – the lake – and integrates with the City’s Community Area Plans that call for neighborhoods with distinct personalities and attributes. Banners, maps, signage and a website will identify the place for visitors and locals.

LODGING PROPERTIES:

At the water’s edge, a multi-million dollar renovation is transforming a piece of old Tahoe into a high-end boutique hotel. Construction began last fall on the grounds of the former Royal Valhalla Lodge. With an opening scheduled this September, the new Landing Resort & Spa will offer 77 upscale rooms, a restaurant which features wood-fired Greek seafood and outdoor fire pits, a full spa and fitness center, as well as a rooftop wedding site overlooking Lake Tahoe.

The Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel, formerly Embassy Suites Lake Tahoe – Hotel & Ski Resort, assumed independent status on April 1, 2013 and along with the name change the hotel’s owners are investing more than $5 million in property and guest suite improvements. The resort’s location with four doors opening toward each of Tahoe’s amenities – beach, ski resorts, forest, and entertainment is offering more options through its reservation system. Guests can “click” to add Tahoe South’s most popular and authentic experiences.

Right across the street construction is scheduled to begin on the corner of Stateline Avenue and U.S. Highway 50 on the retail portion of The Chateau. This development will add to the already popular Heavenly Village shopping options and expand and enhance shopping and dining options near the California/Nevada border. Based on permits, construction will begin this July and is estimated to take 12-18 months to complete. The first phase will include a retail component with new shops and restaurants along the U.S. Highway 50 frontage road. The second phase of the project is scheduled to include lodging and meeting space.

Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course is continuing to prepare and conduct research regarding future development of the Edgewood Tahoe Lodge, a LEED designed, world-class lodge of approximately 120 rooms; additional parking and modifications of three holes.

In preparation for this new construction Edgewood Companies partnered with the City of South Lake Tahoe for the transfer of development rights from an outdated motel site to build the Bonanza Neighborhood Park. The park includes a children’s grass play area, picnic pods, basketball court, and a horseshoe toss. It also features an environmentally friendly design including solar lighting, recycling containers, low flow irrigation and a native demonstration landscape.

A new 160-foot pier was completed at Tahoe Beach Club just north of Edgewood Tahoe. One of the few floating piers in Lake Tahoe will serve as the summer recreational center at the first fully-owner residential lakefront development in 25 years. The private Beach Club will include 143 luxury villas and estate homes, an indoor/outdoor pool, boat-accessible beachfront restaurant, health club with work-out facilities, spa and locker rooms, concierge services, and business center.

The lakefront Beach Retreat & Lodge at Tahoe, formerly Timber Cove Lodge, made its name change official Dec. 1, 2012. $4 million in renovations include new bedding, drapes, décor, bathrooms, and balcony furniture in all 262 rooms. Also new this summer is landscaping, fire pits and an outdoor event space for groups and special events. Beach Retreat has also re-launched the Boat House on the Pier restaurant offering lunch, afternoon cocktails and dinner with seasonal menu selections. Upcoming plans include a lobby renovation, on-site restaurant kitchen34eleven and additional meeting space.

The Ridge Tahoe Resort, adjacent to Heavenly’s Stagecoach Lodge in Nevada, is in the midst of a 10-year plan that includes more than $10 million in improvements, including new kitchens, bathrooms, TVs, and furniture in every one of the 300 units. Two buildings, the Plaza and Ridge View’s kitchens are currently being remodeled and will be completed this summer along with a new pickle-ball court (a mix between tennis and Ping-Pong) and game room.

Basecamp Hotel, a boutique 50-room establishment that celebrates Tahoe’s great outdoors, was completely renovated before its opening in 2012. This summer, visitors can dine family style in the hotel’s communal dining room or sample the Lakeside Beach House restaurant, located on the beach. Opening late-May, the restaurant will offer a new menu and an updated look with new furniture/tables. The view – Lake Tahoe – is just 50 feet and a world away.

Tahoe Beach & Ski Club is in its third year of a five year renovation. Recent improvements include new kitchenette floor plans to create a more spacious feel along with energy efficient appliances, granite bar and countertops and solid wood cabinetry. The bedrooms include new furniture, mattresses, bedding/ duvet covers, nightstands, lighting and Tahoe-centric photography from local artists.

The great outdoors is also part of the renaissance. The U.S. Forest Service is planning an $8 million remodel of Camp Richardson Resort Campground that will reduce water quality impacts and traffic congestion as well as upgrade the campground and day-use facilities, and improve parking for the popular recreation area.

Avalon Lodge, just two blocks from the beach and Heavenly Village has completely renovated and redesigned its 20 boutique hotel-style rooms with contemporary amenities including luxurious beds with plush mattresses, comforters and linens. The bath is stocked with personal care products, oversized towels and attractive tile designs. Fireplaces add warmth and ambiance for all occasions.

For real time updates on events, promotions, packages, conditions and events in Tahoe South, The Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority is on Facebook: www.facebook.com/TahoeSouth, Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/TahoeSouth, YouTube: www.youtube.com/LTVA. For Tahoe South information: 1-800-288-2463 or www.tahoesouth.com.

The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Academy provides residents with the information they need to help save lives and reduce trauma in the event of an emergency. CERT Academy training includes disaster preparedness, emergency medical techniques, fire safety, search and rescue, disaster psychology, and terrorism awareness education.

Training is conducted by Citizen Corps staff and volunteers along with appropriate subject matter experts. The training is free and trainees are not required to become a Citizen Corps volunteer to participate.

The CERT Academy offers a total of 24 hours of training during six sessions over two consecutive weekends. Training takes place at the Regional Public Safety Training Center located at 5190 Spectrum Blvd. Academy dates are:

Thursday, June 6 from 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m., Friday, June 7, from 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m., and Saturday, June 8 from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

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Thursday, June 13, from 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m., Friday, June 14, from 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. and Saturday, June 15 from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

No special skills are required. Children 12-15 may participate with parent’s supervision, teens 16-17 with parent’s permission. To sign up for training, call CERT Program Coordinator Derek Russell at (775) 325-6928 or email: drussell@washoecounty.us

Approximately 500 volunteers currently serve in the Sheriff’s Office Citizen Corps. The Corps consists of five teams: Sheriff’s Mobile Auxiliary Response Team, Citizens Homeland Security Council, Community Emergency Response Team and Animal Rescue Team.

The Community Emergency Response Team program is made possible by grants awarded by the Nevada Department of Public Safety, Division of Emergency Management from the Homeland Security Grant Program and the Citizen Corps Grant Program. These funds make it possible to implement and support all of the Sheriff’s Office volunteer Citizen Corps Programs.

For more information about the Washoe County Citizen Corps, visit http://www.wcsovolunteer.org/.

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The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office celebrated 150 years of proud service and community partnership in 2011. Sheriff Michael Haley is the 25th person elected to serve as the Sheriff of Washoe County. His office continues to be the only full service public safety agency operating within northern Nevada and is responsible for operating the consolidated detention facility, regional crime lab, Northern Nevada Counter Terrorism Center, Internet Crimes against Children Task Force, court security, service of civil process, traditional street patrols and Regional Animal Services.
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The way I see it, there are three areas where we need to focus. One: making America a magnet for good jobs. Two: making sure our workers have the education and skills they need to do those jobs. And three: making sure your hard work leads to a decent living.

I’ve also been visiting cities across the country that are doing some interesting and creative things along these lines.

On Friday, I stopped by a factory in Baltimore that’s creating good jobs here at home by exporting digging equipment abroad.

I read with young kids in a pre-K program, where kids are getting a head start learning the skills they’ll need to succeed in life.

And I stopped by a program that’s helping folks in tough circumstances – especially low-income dads – get the training and guidance they need to find work and support their families.

That’s why I like getting out of the Washington echo chamber whenever I can – because too often, our politics aren’t focused on the same things you are. Working hard. Supporting your family and your community. Making sure your kids have every chance in life.

More than anything, the American people make me optimistic about where we’re headed as a nation. Especially after all we’ve been through the past several years. And that should encourage us to work even harder on the issues that matter to you.

In a little over three years, our businesses have created more than 6.5 million new jobs. And while our unemployment rate is still too high, it’s the lowest it’s been since 2008. But now we need to create even more good, middle-class jobs, and we need to do it faster.

Corporate profits have skyrocketed to all-time highs. But now we need to get middle-class wages and incomes rising too.

Our housing market is healing. But we still need to help a lot more families stay in their homes, or refinance to take advantage of historically low rates.

And our deficits are shrinking at the fastest rate in decades. But now we need to budget in a smarter way that doesn’t hurt middle-class families or harm critical investments in our future.

So in a lot of sectors, things are looking up. The American auto industry is thriving. American energy is booming. And American ingenuity in our tech sector has the potential to change the way we do almost everything.

In the coming weeks, I’m going to visit more cities like Baltimore, and Austin, Texas – where I was two weeks ago; places where Americans are coming together to strengthen their own communities and economies – and in the process, making this country better for all of us.

And I’m going to keep trying to work with both parties in Washington to make progress on your priorities. Because I know that if we come together around creating more jobs, educating more of our kids, and building new ladders of opportunity for everyone who’s willing to climb them – we’ll all prosper, together.

Thanks. And have a great weekend.

“A unified, functioning bi-state agency is the best thing for the health and well-being of Lake Tahoe and the community at large,” said Senator Gaines. “I’m pleased to see that cooler minds have prevailed on both sides of the border and political spectrum and encourage my colleagues in the California and Nevada legislatures to pass these amended bills without hesitation.”

As amended, Nevada’s Senate Bill 229 would remove the state’s proposed change to the voting structure of the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency’s (TRPA) Governing Board. It would also keep in place the following two changes to the Compact set forth in SB 271:

Requiring the TRPA take economic considerations into account when implementing the Regional Plan Update
Requiring the plaintiffs in any action challenging the Regional Plan Update to bear the burden of proof.

These two items are amendments to the Compact requiring a joint letter to Congress seeking approval.

Additional provisions outlined in SB 229 would require that:

Both states agree to cooperate and fully implement the new Regional Plan Update adopted by the TRPA in December 2012;
Both states would reaffirm that either state may withdraw from the Compact;

Nevada would repeal the provisions in SB 271 that establish a deadline for Nevada to withdraw from the compact and change the TRPA voting structure; and
California drops the proposal in SB 630 that would re-establish the California TRPA, which existed before TRPA was formed, because California would no longer need a back-up plan in the event Nevada were to withdraw.

Nevada’s Senate Bill 229 (as amended) may be considered by the Nevada Assembly Government Affairs Committee on May 15. Amendments to California’s Senate Bill 630 will mirror the Nevada language.

“As South Lake Tahoe’s representative in the State Assembly, I’m glad that both California and Nevada stakeholders have agreed to come together to move the goals of Lake Tahoe forward,” said Assemblyman Frank Bigelow. “I’m committed to working together with all parties to find solutions for South Lake Tahoe.”

“Lake Tahoe is of invaluable economic and intrinsic benefit to both California and Nevada, and it is promising that a path forward exists to strengthen the forty-year compact between our two states.” Said Assemblyman Gordon.

Senator Ted Gaines represents the 1st Senate District, which includes all or parts of Alpine, Amador, Calaveras, El Dorado, Lassen, Modoc, Mono, Nevada, Placer, Plumas, Sacramento and Sierra counties.

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The pursuit continued eastbound into the Truckee CHP area where additional officers entered the pursuit. The CHP continued to pursue the fleeing vehicle eastbound over Donner Summit. As the pursuit continued the fleeing BMW spontaneously exited at Donner Pass Road then drove aver the over-crossing and re-entered 1-80 westbound. CHP continued to pursue the fleeing suspect back over Donner Summit. As the fleeing suspect approached Soda Springs in excess of 100 mph he entered a coned off #1 lane closure where the California Conservation Corps were working. For reasons related to construction vehicles and workers within the closure, the fleeing suspect made an aggressive turning movement to the right in order to exit the coned closure. The suspect then lost control of the BMW. The BMW began to rotate back across the roadway to the left where it collided with a dirt embankment and overturned several times. As the BMW overturned it struck two CCC workers as they attempted to get out of the way. As a result of the collision the BMW driver was pronounced deceased at the scene.

The injured CCC workers were taken to area hospitals

Today, seven years after the real estate bubble burst, triggering the worst economic crisis since the Great Depression and costing millions of responsible Americans their jobs and their homes, our housing market is healing. Sales are up. Foreclosures are down. Construction is expanding. And thanks to rising home prices over the past year, 1.7 million more families have been able to come up for air, because they’re no longer underwater on their mortgages.

From the day I took office, I’ve made it a priority to help responsible homeowners and prevent the kind of recklessness that helped cause this crisis in the first place.

My housing plan has already helped more than two million people refinance their mortgages, and they’re saving an average of $3000 per year.

My new consumer watchdog agency is moving forward on protections like a simpler, shorter mortgage form that will help to keep hard-working families from getting ripped off.

But we’ve got more work to do. We’ve got more responsible homeowners to help – folks who have never missed a mortgage payment, but aren’t allowed to refinance; working families who have done everything right, but still owe more on their homes than they’re worth.

Last week, I nominated a man named Mel Watt to take on these challenges as the head of the Federal Housing Finance Agency. Mel’s represented the people of North Carolina in Congress for 20 years, and in that time, he helped lead efforts to put in place rules of the road that protect consumers from dishonest mortgage lenders, and give responsible Americans the chance to own their own home. He’s the right person for the job, and that’s why Congress should do its job, and confirm him without delay.

And they shouldn’t stop there. As I said before, more than two million Americans have already refinanced at today’s low rates, but we can do a lot better than that. I’ve called on Congress to give every responsible homeowner the chance to refinance, and with it, the opportunity to save $3,000 a year. That’s like a $3,000 tax cut. And if you’re one of the millions of Americans who could take advantage of that, you should ask your representative in Congress why they won’t act on it.

Our economy and our housing market are poised for progress – but we could do so much more if we work together. More good jobs. Greater security for middle-class families. A sense that your hard work is rewarded. That’s what I’m fighting for – and that’s what I’m going to keep fighting for as long as I hold this office.

Thank you. And have a great weekend.

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