The members of FOWS care about their communities and will work together to protect the West Shore, our watersheds, wildlife and the rural quality of life, for today and future generations. FOWS promotes sustainable communities and policies that enhance our natural resources and the beauty of the West Shore.
Preserving Natural Resources
FOWS is exploring ways to sustain the beauty, character and history of our neighborhoods. Land Use planning can protect our natural resources. In addition, this activity allows developers and agencies to improve site plans for preservation of our critical native habitat. How and where we grow has significant impact on our rivers, lakes and streams, vegetation and wildlife.
West Shore Area
FOWS includes the communities south of the Truckee River from Tahoe City, extending to Emerald Bay, including both Placer and El Dorado Counties. The West Shore General Plan of 1998 was approved by Placer County, but not adopted by the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) Governing Board. The West Shore has no Community Plans; therefore it is RURAL by TRPA standards.
