South Lake Tahoe City Council floats changing city seal

South Lake Tahoe City Council Considers Changing City Seal

The South Lake Tahoe City Council engaged in a discussion about updating the city's seal for the first time since 1966.

Proposal for Seal Modification

Council member Scott Robbins suggested altering the seal’s design by changing the dotted line through Lake Tahoe to a diagonal line at one end. He argued this adjustment would more accurately represent the current state boundaries.

Emotional Response from City Clerk

South Lake Tahoe City Clerk Susan Blankenship expressed strong opposition to the change, emphasizing the seal's historical importance.

“The city seal has stood as a link between our past and present. It has marked every chapter of our city’s history and remains a powerful emblem of who we are.”

Next Steps

The proposal passed the council vote with a 3-0 result and will be revisited for a final decision in November.

Summary: The South Lake Tahoe City Council is considering a rare update to the city seal, sparking debate over preserving tradition versus reflecting accurate state borders.

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