Meet Teresa O’Dette
I personally hold a deep belief in the obligation to serve. My top priority is to wisely operate the airport and to be a good steward of community taxpayers’ dollars to give back smartly to drive the economy, improve safety, and enhance the quality of life for Truckee and all North Lake Tahoe communities equally.
Candidate Statement
I would like to thank all my supporters and ask you to vote for me again for the Truckee Tahoe Airport District (TTAD).
I believe we need a thriving Airport to support the general aviation needs of the entire region. The noise and annoyance issue must be balanced with the $80+ million dollars brought into our community annually from the direct and indirect impact of airport operations.
As a North Tahoe High School graduate, I am a true local and no stranger to the growth and changes that have occurred in the District. As the founder of O’Dette Mortgage Group over 25 years ago, I not only have the experience, but understand our ever-changing business climate and the need for balanced decision-making at this critical time for the Airport District.
Teresa, with son Lucas, at his North Tahoe High School graduation, along with Teresa’s mother Shari.
Experience
I am currently a member of the five-person board of The Truckee Tahoe Airport District (TTAD), serving since 2016. I am neither a pilot, nor an aviator, but a long-time local, raised in Tahoe City with a lifelong commitment to the North Lake Tahoe and Truckee communities and a deep belief in the civic obligation to serve.
Balance
I believe smart growth is the way forward for our communities and the TTAD. Finding balance between nature, quality of life and smart economic growth is a top priority. Growth versus noise abatement is a sensitive issue while the Truckee Tahoe airport provides over $80 million of economic impact from airport operations to the region.
Integrity
I hold a deep belief in the obligation to serve to the best of my ability. I believe that developing relationships and building consensus is key to operating the airport efficiently to drive the economies of Truckee and the North Lake Tahoe region.