Placer County extends alcohol ban on the Truckee River
Placer County voted Monday to extend an alcohol ban on the Truckee River until October 15, citing health and safety concerns because of a recent increase in recreation on the water. (KRNV/KRXI)
PLACER COUNTY, Calif. (News 4 and FOX 11) — Placer County voted Monday to extend an alcohol ban on the Truckee River until October 15, citing health and safety concerns because of a recent increase in crowds on the water.
“We are committed to ensuring people are recreating responsibly,” said District 5 Supervisor Cindy Gustafson. “There is no denying that current policies are driving people to the region and the ability to physically distance in this pandemic is paramount. With our current environment of uncertainty, and many of our businesses already having to take measures to reduce or close their operations due to an increase in COVID-19 cases, safety must be our top priority.”
The County said that while outdoor activity is permitted in California’s stay-at-home order, recreation along the Truckee has increased since Memorial Day weekend causing concerns within the North Lake Tahoe community.
Residents said their concerns include the risk of COVID-19 exposure, but also alcohol-fueled misconduct, trash and environmental degradation.
Placer County’s alcohol annual alcohol ban on the Truckee typically only lasts through the Fourth of July weekend.
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