The South Lake Tahoe City Council is exploring modifications to the city's official seal. This would mark the first change since its adoption in 1966.
Council member Scott Robbins suggested altering the current design, highlighting concerns about the dotted line that divides Lake Tahoe on the seal. He proposed shifting it diagonally to more accurately portray the true California-Nevada border.
The discussion prompted an emotional appeal from City Clerk Susan Blankenship, who urged council members to safeguard the historical integrity of the emblem.
“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,”
The motion passed unanimously, 3-0, and is scheduled for a final vote in November.
The South Lake Tahoe City Council is weighing a new design for its seal—marking the first potential change since 1966—balancing heritage with accuracy.