South Lake Tahoe City Council Considers Changing City Seal
The South Lake Tahoe City Council recently discussed a proposal to modify the city seal. This would mark the first change since 1966.
Proposal Details
Council member Scott Robbins suggested altering the dotted line through the middle of Lake Tahoe on the seal, proposing it be adjusted to a diagonal at the end. He explained this change would more accurately represent the actual state lines.
Opposition and Emotional Response
South Lake Tahoe City Clerk Susan Blankenship expressed strong feelings about preserving the original seal, emphasizing its historical significance.
“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 in a 3-0 vote and is scheduled to return for final approval in November.
Author's summary: The South Lake Tahoe City Council is moving forward with a significant change to the city seal for the first time in decades, aiming to better reflect true geographic boundaries while facing calls to preserve its historic design.