Tahoe Fund and Barton Health Close Final Funding Gap for Kahle Drive Improvements
(Stateline, Nev.) – Barton Health and the Tahoe Fund have teamed up to close a critical funding gap for the Kahle Complete Streets Project in Stateline, Nevada. With $100,000 remaining to fully fund the project, the Tahoe Fund pledged $33,000 and Barton Health contributed $67,000 to move this project forward — underscoring a shared commitment to Lake Tahoe’s environmental health and community well-being.
“Coming together to close the funding gap for these improvements on Kahle Drive is the latest in a long history of Barton Health stepping up for Lake Tahoe,” said Amy Berry, CEO of the Tahoe Fund. “From supporting the acquisition of Johnson Meadow for conservation, to the Kahle Complete Streets project, Barton has once again helped us improve the Lake Tahoe environment for all to enjoy.”
The Kahle Complete Streets Project is a long-awaited water quality improvement effort that will correct drainage issues and prevent stormwater runoff from reaching Lake Tahoe. It will also feature key safety upgrades such as new sidewalks, bike lanes, and crosswalks.
“Now that construction is fully funded, our work can begin to transform the corridor into a safer, more accessible, and environmentally responsible space for the entire community,” said Meghan Kelly, P.E., principal engineer/district manager, Nevada Tahoe Conservation District. “These upgrades will make it safer for pedestrians and cyclists, encourage people to take more sustainable transportation options, and help us preserve the lake’s legendary clarity.”
The project directly aligns with Barton Health’s core values of promoting a healthy, active lifestyle while fulfilling its environmental promise to protect Lake Tahoe.
“We’re grateful to the organizations leading the way on this project and honored to play a supporting role in strengthening our community’s resources,” said Clint Purvance, MD, President & CEO of Barton Health. “The Kahle Complete Streets Project reflects the shared values of community well-being. We understand how vital safe, accessible transportation is for residents and visitors alike, and we’re proud to contribute to efforts that also protect the health of Lake Tahoe.”
About the Tahoe Fund
The Tahoe Fund is a nonprofit founded in 2010 to support environmental improvement projects that restore lake clarity, enhance sustainable recreation, promote healthier forests, improve transportation, and inspire greater stewardship of the region. Through the generous support of its donors, the Tahoe Fund has leveraged more than $30 million in private funds to secure more than $200 million in public funds for more than 200 environmental projects. Learn more at www.tahoefund.org.
About Barton Health
Barton Health is a nonprofit health system providing high quality, compassionate care to Lake Tahoe residents and the area’s visitors. Since it opened in 1963, Barton Memorial Hospital has expanded its health and wellness services into a coordinated network of comprehensive outpatient medical facilities. Advancing its mission of improving community health and well-being, Barton Health’s Dual-Campus Strategy expands regional medical services and ensures the continued delivery of high-quality care throughout Lake Tahoe’s South Shore. The Hospital Replacement Project will modernize aging facilities and create future opportunities to improve healthcare access. To learn more, visit BartonHealth.org.
