Inyo County public meetings in 2024

Board of Supervisors

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will consider several routine approvals, including a three‑year agreement with OpenGov for online budgeting and procurement solutions costing $245,014.27. Other items include a $100,000 grant application to the Carl Moyer Air Quality program, a new film permit fee ordinance, and a sole‑source VoIP contract with RingCentral up to $270,000 over three years. The meeting also features personnel resolutions, council appointments, and public comment periods.

• Ratify $100,000 grant submission to the Carl Moyer Memorial Air Quality Standards Attainment Program
• Approve Film Permit Fee Ordinance (Ordinance 1315) regulating commercial filming on county property
• Approve RingCentral VoIP telephony contract up to $270,000 over three years plus a $13,800 implementation fee
• Approve three‑year OpenGov budgeting and procurement modules purchase for $245,014.27
• Approve Resolution 2024‑45 setting salary and employment terms for management employees

The Board unanimously approved resolutions setting new salaries for management and appointed employees, along with personal services contracts for dozens of staff, following a countywide compensation study. It also approved a film permit ordinance, a VoIP telephony contract, and several other routine items. The meeting included recognitions for retiring District Attorney Tom Hardy and outgoing Supervisor Matt Kingsley.

• Approved Resolution 2024-45 setting management employee salaries (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-46 setting appointed officials' salaries (unanimous)
• Approved personal services contracts for 36 management/appointed employees (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 1315 regulating commercial filming on county property (unanimous)
• Approved RingCentral VoIP services contract up to $270,000 over 3 years (unanimous)
• Approved OpenGov budgeting/procurement agreement for $245,014.27 (unanimous)
• Ratified $100,000 grant application for an on-road heavy-duty truck (unanimous)
• Appointed Gavin Delmas to Bishop Rural Fire Protection District Board (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will decide whether to authorize Supervisor Matt Kingsley to attend the special meeting remotely under Government Code 54953. The board will also allow public comment on closed‑session items and hold a closed‑session conference with county labor negotiators. A report on the closed session will be provided as required by law.

• Approve remote meeting participation for Supervisor Kingsley (Gov. Code 54953)
• Public comment on closed‑session item(s)
• Closed‑session conference with county labor negotiators (Gov. Code §54957.6)
• Report on closed session as required by law

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors met in special session on December 11, 2024, primarily to hold a closed session on labor negotiations with multiple employee organizations. No public comment was given, and County Counsel reported that no action was taken during closed session that required reporting. The meeting adjourned to the next regular meeting on December 17.

• Approved remote attendance for Supervisor Kingsley (unanimous)
• Held closed session on labor negotiations with employee organizations (no reportable action)

Board of Supervisors

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will vote on a $250,000 payment to the City of Bishop under a new memorandum of understanding for Field #6 park improvements. It will also approve a $167,749 increase to the Transient Occupancy Tax District 5 Improvement Fund budget and a 3.8% CPI adjustment to waste‑hauler service fee maximum rates. Additional actions include a public hearing on a film ordinance, fee waivers for tire‑amnesty events, and appointments to the Assessment Appeals Board.

• Approve $250,000 payment to City of Bishop for Field #6 park improvements (MOU)
• Increase Transient Occupancy Tax District 5 Improvement Fund budget by $167,749
• Adopt 3.8% CPI adjustment to waste‑hauler service fee maximum rates effective Jan 1 2025
• Waive all fees for Tire Amnesty Events and authorize payment to American Refuse
• Public hearing and waiver of first reading for Film Ordinance 1315; set commercial filming permit rates

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors approved a $250,000 payment to the City of Bishop for the Field 6 Enhancement Project and amended the TOT District 5 Improvement Fund budget by $167,749. They also approved a letter of support for the Eastern Sierra Community Foundation, modified the building code enforcement ordinance, waived tire amnesty fees, adjusted waste hauler rates, and approved a notice of completion for the jail remodel. The board set a new commercial filming fee schedule and made appointments to the Assessment Appeals Board.

• Approved $250,000 payment to City of Bishop for Field 6 Enhancement Project MOU (unanimous)
• Amended TOT District 5 Improvement Fund budget by $167,749 and revised policy (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 1314 modifying California Building Code enforcement (unanimous)
• Waived tire amnesty event fees and authorized payment to American Refuse (unanimous)
• Approved 3.8% CPI adjustment to waste hauler maximum rates (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-42 for Jail Administration Remodel Notice of Completion (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-43 setting commercial filming permit rates (unanimous)
• Appointed five members to Assessment Appeals Board and approved Resolution 2024-44 (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will consider a series of consent agenda items, including a sole‑source purchase of a 2025 Caterpillar wheel loader for up to $311,273.13. The board will also act on a license agreement with PAWS for the Independence Legion Hall limited to $25 per year, certify $40,136 of Yucca Mountain grant funds, and adopt Ordinance 1312 and Resolution 2024‑38 that set the 2025 board meeting schedule. Additional items include a temporary road closure for a community Christmas lights tour and a right‑of‑entry agreement for the Carroll Creek Road Bridge replacement project.

• Authorize purchase of a 2025 Caterpillar Wheel Loader, sole‑source to Quinn Company, up to $311,273.13
• Approve license agreement with PAWS for nonexclusive use of Independence Legion Hall, not to exceed $25 per year through June 30, 2029
• Certify $40,136 of Yucca Mountain AULG funds have been expended according to federal law
• Second reading and approval of Ordinance 1312 amending Inyo County Code sections on board meeting schedule
• Approve temporary closure of Lily Alley (East Center St to East Main St) for the Annual Independence Christmas Lights tour on Dec 21, 2024

The Board of Supervisors approved labor agreements for county employees and probation peace officers, and authorized a budget amendment to support 911 emergency medical services in the Bishop area and other county regions. Additionally, the Board finalized the 2025 meeting schedule and certified election results from the November 5, 2024, Statewide General Election.

• Ratified ICEA labor agreement (2024-2027) (5-0)
• Ratified ICPPOA labor agreement (2024-2027) (5-0)
• Approved $186,000 budget amendment for 911 emergency services (5-0)
• Approved 2025 Board of Supervisors meeting schedule (5-0)
• Certified November 5, 2024, election results (5-0)
• Approved $311,273.13 purchase of Caterpillar wheel loader (5-0)
• Approved license agreement with PAWS of Independence (5-0)
• Approved $40,000 budget amendment for County Counsel (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will hold a closed‑session to evaluate the Planning Director and the Public Works Director. Public comment on the closed‑session items will be allowed. After the closed session, the board will issue a report on the closed‑session actions as required by law.

• Public Employee Performance Evaluation – Planning Director (closed session)
• Public Employee Performance Evaluation – Public Works Director (closed session)
• Public Comment on Closed Session Item(s)
• Report on Closed Session as Required by Law (open session)

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors met in special session on December 2, 2024. The Board convened in closed session to evaluate the performance of the Planning Director and the Public Works Director. No actions were taken during the closed session that required public reporting, and the meeting adjourned without further open-session business.

• Closed session held for Planning Director performance evaluation
• Closed session held for Public Works Director performance evaluation
• No reportable actions taken in closed session

Board of Supervisors

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will consider a series of routine and project items, including payments for past audit findings and several memoranda of understanding. The agenda’s largest financial decision is the approval of a $3,354,777 construction contract for the Walker Creek Road Bridge replacement. Additional items include a highway easement purchase, a temporary road closure for a power pole replacement, and the acceptance of a donated K9 police vehicle.

• Approve $3,354,777 contract with Steelhead Constructors for Walker Creek Road Bridge construction (Item 23)
• Approve purchase agreement for a highway easement deed up to $1,000 plus fees (Item 16)
• Authorize $74,109 payment to California Department of Aging for audit findings (Item 11)
• Approve temporary closure of North Lake Road for Southern California Edison pole replacement (Item 15)
• Accept a K9 police vehicle from Murrieta Police Department for $1 (Item 17)

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors authorized the County to defend litigation challenging a solar project approval and approved a $3,354,777 construction contract with Steelhead Constructors for the Walker Creek Road Bridge Project. The Board also approved various MOUs, budget amendments, and property agreements, while setting ordinance readings for December 3, 2024.

• Authorized County to defend litigation challenging solar project approval (5-0)
• Approved November 5 regular board meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved letter to BLM urging a management plan for the Amargosa Wild and Scenic River (5-0)
• Authorized payment of $74,109 to California Department of Aging for prior-year audit findings (5-0)
• Authorized payment of $15,546 to California Department of Public Health for prior-year audit findings (5-0)
• Approved MOUs with Sierra Forever and Friends of the Inyo for volunteer services (5-0)
• Approved temporary closure of North Lake Road on November 14, 2024, for SCE pole replacement (5-0)
• Accepted K9 police vehicle from Murrieta Police Department for $1 (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board will consider several contract approvals, grant agreements, and a budget amendment, including a $220,000 technical assistance grant and a $209,000 planning services contract. It will also form a new Assessment Appeals Board by adopting Ordinance 1311. Additional items include a purchase order for an excavator and updates on various county departments.

• Adopt Ordinance 1311 to create the Inyo County Local Assessment Appeals Board.
• Approve a $220,000 Local Agency Technical Assistance Grant Phase 2‑B contract with Onward (Inyo Networks, Inc.).
• Approve a contract with Precision Civil Engineering, Inc. for planning services up to $209,000.
• Amend the FY 2024‑2025 Public Works Budget, increasing Professional Services by $55,692 and decreasing Salaried Employees by the same amount; also amend the Meyer Land Surveying contract to up to $175,692.
• Authorize purchase of a new 2024 303.5 excavator from Quinn Company, not to exceed $89,572.

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors approved a series of contracts and agreements, including a $220,000 broadband engineering contract, a $209,000 planning services agreement, and a $175,692 land surveying contract amendment. The Board also approved updated grant guidelines for the Community Project Sponsorship Program, raising the maximum request to $7,500, and authorized an amicus letter supporting the Indian Wells Valley Groundwater Authority's writ petition. All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved $220,000 Onward broadband network engineering contract (5-0)
• Approved $20,000 CETF digital equity grant agreement (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1311 creating Local Assessment Appeals Board (5-0)
• Authorized $23,630 payment to Crestwood Behavioral Health (5-0)
• Approved $209,000 Precision Civil Engineering planning contract (5-0)
• Approved $89,572 purchase of 2024 Caterpillar excavator from Quinn Company (5-0)
• Approved $114,800 Tartaglia Engineering airport services agreement (5-0)
• Authorized $76,239.84 vehicle purchase from Jim Charlon Ford (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will vote on several contracts and agreements, including a $435,379.89 change order for the jail administration remodel, a tobacco control program contract with the California Department of Public Health up to $300,000 for 2024‑2025, and the acquisition of the Bishop‑Sunland, Independence, and Lone Pine landfills from the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power with a $465,965 budget increase. They will also disqualify the low bidder for the Walker Creek Bridge Replacement and select Steelhead Constructors JV, deny a retiree claim for alleged benefit losses, and adopt an ordinance creating an Assessment Appeals Board. Additional items include approving a $112,229 payment to Los Angeles DWP for water allotment overages and accepting a federal appropriation for the Small Business Resource Center.

• Approve Change Order 4 for Jail Administration Remodel, raising contract to $435,379.89 (Public Works)
• Ratify contract with California Dept. of Public Health for Tobacco Control Program, up to $300,000 (2024‑2025)
• Approve purchase and related agreements for Bishop‑Sunland, Independence, and Lone Pine landfills from LA Dept. of Water and Power, increasing appropriation by $465,965
• Disqualify apparent low bidder for Walker Creek Bridge Replacement; select Steelhead Constructors JV as successful bidder
• Approve payment of $112,229 to Los Angeles Dept. of Water and Power for water system usage allotments (2002‑2023 overages)

The Board approved multiple agreements with the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power for landfill purchases and water system transfers, along with a $112,229 payment for prior-year water allotment overages. They also approved a jail remodel change order, a tobacco control program contract, a CARE Court funding agreement, and denied a retiree's claim. All motions passed 4-0 with Supervisor Kingsley absent.

• Approved Change Order 4 for jail admin remodel, contract value $435,379.89 (4-0)
• Ratified Tobacco Control Program agreement with CDPH, up to $300,000 (4-0)
• Approved CARE Court Funding Agreement 2024-2025 (4-0)
• Disqualified MWC Group as low bidder for Walker Creek Bridge; named Steelhead Constructors JV as successful bidder (4-0)
• Denied retiree Kelley Williams' claim against the county (4-0)
• Approved LADWP landfill purchase and water exchange agreements (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-35 accepting federal appropriation for Small Business Resource Center (4-0)
• Authorized $112,229 payment to LADWP for water allotment overages (4-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will receive a presentation on the Genasys Emergency Management System (EVAC and ALERT platforms). It will also hear a presentation from the applicant Bonanza Peak about a proposed 500 MW solar photovoltaic project in Charleston View. A report on the status of proposed fire stations for Tecopa and Charleston View will be provided, followed by public comment.

• Genasys Emergency Management System workshop (EVAC and ALERT) presentation
• Presentation on Bonanza Peak 500 MW solar photovoltaic project in Charleston View
• Report on status of proposed fire stations for Tecopa and Charleston View
• Public comment period

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors met in special session in Charleston View, receiving informational presentations and updates. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded; the meeting was procedural and informational only.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will meet in Tecopa to discuss regional interests and emergency management systems. The body is deciding on the purchase of tax-defaulted parcels in Tecopa and Charleston View and a resolution regarding retiree health benefits.

• Purchase of tax-defaulted parcels in Tecopa and Charleston View for $6,436.68
• Resolution No. 2024-34 regarding employer contributions for retiree health benefits
• Letter of support for the National Register of Historic Places nomination for Ryan Historic District
• Report on proposed fire stations for Tecopa and Charleston View
• Presentation on Genasys Emergency Management System EVAC and ALERT platforms

The Board of Supervisors approved the sale of tax-defaulted parcels in Tecopa and Charleston View to the County for $6,436.68. Supervisors also authorized a letter of support for the Ryan Historic District nomination and passed a resolution regarding retiree health insurance contributions. The meeting included workshops on Southeast Inyo projects and the Genasys Emergency Management System.

• Approved minutes from October 1, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-34 on retiree health insurance (5-0)
• Approved letter of support for Ryan Historic District nomination (5-0)
• Approved $6,436.68 purchase of tax-defaulted parcels (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will consider several agenda items, including approving the September 24 meeting minutes and updates to the 2024 Conflict‑of‑Interest Code. It will vote on an $8,000 joint funding agreement with the U.S. Geological Survey for water monitoring and an $80,000 contract with the Inyo County Office of Education for mental health services. Additional items include a fee waiver for a river clean‑up event, approval of sewer line replacement plans, and appointments for special district elections.

• Approve $8,000 USGS Joint Funding Agreement for wells and springs monitoring in the Amargosa Desert
• Approve waiver of solid waste disposal and gate fees up to $100 for Lower Owens River Clean‑Up event
• Approve plans and specifications for County Service Area No. 2 Sewer Line Replacement Project
• Approve contract with Inyo County Office of Education North Star Counseling for up to $80,000 mental health services
• Adopt revised Environmental Health Fee Schedule with a 3.4% CPI‑U/COLA increase for 2025

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors directed staff to solicit letters of interest in mid-November and schedule special meetings in early January to fill vacancies in the District Attorney and Treasurer-Tax Collector offices. The board also approved several routine items, including a $8,000 USGS joint funding agreement, a fee waiver for a river clean-up event, and plans for a sewer line replacement project. No action was taken on the EMS feasibility study update, which was presented for discussion.

• Directed staff to begin filling DA and Treasurer-Tax Collector vacancies (4-0)
• Approved $8,000 USGS joint funding agreement for Amargosa Desert monitoring (4-0)
• Approved waiver of solid waste fees up to $100 for Lower Owens River Clean event (4-0)
• Approved plans and specs for CSA 2 Sewer Line Replacement Project (4-0)
• Approved 2024 Conflict-of-Interest Code reports and amendments (4-0)
• Adopted revised Environmental Health Fee Schedule with 3.4% increase (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-33 waiving fees for City of Bishop events (4-0)
• Ratified $80,000 contract with ICOE for North Star Counseling Program (4-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will consider adopting the final budget for fiscal year 2024-2025 and resolutions regarding health insurance changes for management, non-represented, and appointed employees. The meeting also includes approval of various contracts and grants.

• Adoption of Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Final Board Approved Budget
• Resolution regarding changes to health insurance for management and non-represented employees
• Resolution regarding changes to health insurance for appointed officials
• Resolution regarding changes to health benefits for retirees
• Approval of contract with Eastern Sierra Engineering for Lone Pine ADA sidewalk project

The Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 final budget via Resolution No. 2024-29. They also approved several contracts and agreements, including a $220,000 network engineering design contract with Inyo Networks, radio purchases for the Sheriff's Office, and a resolution supporting a federal grant application for the Reconnecting Communities Pilot Program. All votes were unanimous.

• Adopted FY 2024-2025 final budget (Resolution No. 2024-29) (unanimous)
• Approved $220,000 LATA Grant Phase 2-A contract with Inyo Networks (unanimous)
• Authorized $155,000 and $65,000 purchase orders for Sheriff's Office radios (unanimous)
• Approved Caltrans cost sharing for 47 pedestrian scale lights on U.S. 395 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-28 supporting Reconnecting Communities grant application (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-30 setting health insurance for management employees (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-31 amending appointed officials' salary/benefits (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-32 on retiree health benefits (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing to discuss and potentially adopt the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Recommended Budget. The meeting also includes decisions on airport infrastructure contracts and a grant agreement for capacity-building.

• Public hearing and potential adoption of the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 County Administrative Officer's Recommended Budget
• Contract for Runway 12-30 Surface Treatment Project at Bishop Airport with American Road Maintenance for $722,250
• Purchase of an airport snow removal vehicle from Wausau Equipment for an amount not to exceed $396,775
• Sub-award grant agreement with Coalitions and Collaboratives, Inc. for $149,996
• Road closures on North See Vee, Diaz, and North Barlow Lanes on September 27, 2024, for the California Indian Day Parade/Run

The Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget as recommended by the County Administrator, with a certified fund balance of $5,173,633. The board allocated the excess fund balance of $973,633: $400,000 to Accumulated Capital Outlay, $500,000 to Contingencies, and $73,633 to Parks Improvements. Final budget adoption was set for September 24, 2024. The board also approved several other items, including a runway contract, snow plow purchase, and a grant agreement.

• Adopted FY 2024-25 budget as recommended (unanimous)
• Allocated $973,633 excess fund balance: $400,000 to Capital Outlay, $500,000 to Contingencies, $73,633 to Parks (unanimous)
• Approved $722,250 contract for Runway 12-30 Surface Treatment to American Road Maintenance (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of airport snow plow from Wausau Equipment up to $396,775 (unanimous)
• Approved $149,996 sub-award grant agreement with Coalitions and Collaboratives, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-27 for Big Pine Animal Shelter Notice of Completion (unanimous)
• Approved road closures for California Indian Day Parade/Run on Sept 27 (unanimous)
• Approved response to 2023-24 Grand Jury Report (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will vote on the fiscal year 2024‑2025 appropriation limit and adopt property tax rates for that year. The meeting also includes labor negotiations, performance evaluations, new employee introductions, and updates on the Tri‑County Fairgrounds and the Winnedumah Hotel. Several contracts, memoranda of understanding and ordinances will be considered for approval.

• Approve Resolution 2024‑25 establishing the FY 2024‑2025 appropriation limit (GANN).
• Approve Resolution 2024‑26 adopting FY 2024‑2025 property tax rates.
• Approve a Memorandum of Understanding with the California Department of Social Services to use county office space one day each week.
• Approve Ordinance 1309 amending the code on mobile vending and permitting for mobile vending on county property.
• Approve a personal services contract for Deputy Director Behavioral Health at $8,561 per month, effective September 12, 2024.

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors approved several ordinances and contracts, including mobile vending permits on county property, airport fuel pricing and ramp fees, and a contract for a new behavioral health deputy director. They also directed staff to prepare an item to create an Assessment Appeals Board. No action was taken in closed session.

• Approved Resolution 2024-25 establishing FY 2024-25 appropriation limit (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-26 adopting FY 2024-25 property tax rates (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 1309 amending mobile vending and permitting on county property (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 1310 repealing Ordinance 1166 and setting fuel prices and transient ramp fees (unanimous)
• Approved contract for John Laux as HHS Deputy Director-Behavioral Health at $8,561/month (unanimous)
• Approved MHSA FY 24-25 Plan Update to access state funds (unanimous)
• Approved MOU with California Department of Social Services for office space (unanimous)
• Directed staff to bring back agenda item to create Assessment Appeals Board

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will discuss zoning and permitting for mobile food facilities and vending on county property. The meeting includes several health service contracts and a proposal to terminate the local emergency for Tropical Storm Hilary.

• Agreement with Kings View Professional Services for health record and billing services not to exceed $1,195,744
• Contract with Vista Pacifica Enterprises Inc. for inpatient psychiatric services not to exceed $281,780
• Proposed ordinance for pricing fuel and landing fees at Inyo County Airports
• Proposed ordinance for Mobile Food Facilities zoning and Mobile Vending permitting
• Assistant County Administrator contract for Denelle Carrington at $13,248 per month

The Board unanimously enacted two ordinances: one adding Chapter 18.61 to regulate mobile food facilities, and another amending county code for mobile vending on county property. It also approved contracts for behavioral health services, ratified a Mobile Relay Associates contract, and approved a FEMA-funded drone policy. The landfill purchase was postponed.

• Enacted Mobile Food Facilities Ordinance (unanimous)
• Enacted County Property Mobile Vending Permitting Ordinance (unanimous)
• Ratified Kings View contract up to $1,195,744 for EHR and billing services (unanimous)
• Ratified Vista Pacifica contract up to $281,780 for inpatient psychiatric services (unanimous)
• Ratified Mobile Relay Associates contract for full 5-year term (unanimous)
• Approved FEMA-funded Unmanned Aircraft System Policy (unanimous)
• Approved Assistant County Administrator contract for Denelle Carrington at $13,248/month (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for Mammoth Lakes U.S. 395 Wildlife Crossing Project (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will convene a Fiscal Year 2024‑2025 Budget Workshop. County Administrator Nate Greenberg, along with staff Denelle Carrington and Amy Shepherd, will present the budget. Supervisors are asked to receive the presentation and provide input and feedback. No formal decisions are scheduled for this agenda item.

• Fiscal Year 2024‑2025 Budget Workshop – presentation by County Administrator Nate Greenberg and staff
• Public comments limited to 250 words; can be emailed to [email protected]

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors met in special session for a budget workshop on the FY 2024-2025 budget. County staff presented on the budget process, personnel requests, and strategic priorities, with public comment received. No formal decisions or votes were taken during the workshop.

• No formal decisions or votes recorded during the budget workshop

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will discuss adopting a Community Wildfire Protection Plan and the divestment of the Aspendell parcel. The meeting includes several contract approvals for legal and mental health services and the consolidation of school district measures for the November 5, 2024 election.

• Contract for legal labor and employment services with Atkinson, Loya, Ruud & Romo not to exceed $420,000
• Contract with Advocates for Human Potential for Behavioral Health Bridge Housing not to exceed $1,488,504
• Contract with North American Mental Health Services for tele-psychiatry not to exceed $190,800
• Proposed road closure on Laws Avenue in Keeler on August 17, 2024
• Adoption of Resolution No. 2024-23 for the Community Wildfire Protection Plan

The Board approved the Inyo County Telework Policy with a 4-1 vote, directing staff to encourage public feedback and provide a status report in six months. It also adopted the Community Wildfire Protection Plan via Resolution 2024-23, approved several contracts, and ordered consolidation of school district measures for the November 2024 election.

• Approved Inyo County Telework Policy (4-1, Orrill no)
• Adopted Community Wildfire Protection Plan, Resolution 2024-23 (unanimous)
• Ratified Atkinson, Loya, Ruud & Romo legal services contract up to $420,000 (unanimous)
• Approved North American Mental Health Services tele-psychiatry contract up to $190,800 (unanimous)
• Approved Advocates for Human Potential bridge housing contract up to $1,488,504 (unanimous)
• Approved California HIV Surveillance Program grant up to $21,935 (unanimous)
• Approved Laws Avenue road closure in Keeler for Aug 17, 2024 (unanimous)
• Ordered consolidation of school district measures for Nov 5, 2024 election (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will discuss the adoption of the 2024 Inyo County Strategic Plan and a reimbursement agreement for storm damage repairs. The meeting also includes several behavioral health contracts and closed sessions regarding litigation and labor negotiations.

• Proposed $3,200,000 appropriation increase for Whitney Portal Road Storm Damage Repair Project
• Contract with Crestwood Behavioral Health for residential treatment services up to $285,430
• Contract with GHC of Upland SNF, LLC for psychiatric services up to $131,400
• Contract with TeleConnect Therapies for mental health teletherapy up to $118,080
• Contract with Anne Sippi Clinic Treatment Group for residential treatment up to $94,900

The Board approved the final draft of the 2024 Inyo County Strategic Plan and several behavioral health service contracts. It also authorized a $3.2 million budget increase for the Whitney Portal Road Repair Project and added two defendants to existing litigation.

• Approved 2024 Inyo County Strategic Plan (unanimous)
• Approved $131,400 contract with Heritage Park Nursing Center (unanimous)
• Approved $285,430 contract with Crestwood Behavioral Health, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $94,900 contract with Anne Sippi Clinic (unanimous)
• Approved $118,080 contract with TeleConnect Therapies (unanimous)
• Increased Road Budget 034600 by $3,200,000 for Whitney Portal Road Repair Project (unanimous)
• Authorized $14,156.06 in total payments to Eastern Sierra Engineering (unanimous)
• Decided to add two new defendants to existing litigation (closed session)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider several contract amendments and appointments, including an increase to the Crisis Care Mobile Unit services contract. The agenda also includes approving a new Health Officer contract and various committee reappointments. Closed session discussions are scheduled regarding labor negotiations and property rights.

• Increase Crisis Care Mobile Unit services contract to not exceed $1,235,684.00
• Approve Health Officer contract with James Richardson, MD, up to $205,000
• Ratify agreement with Mon Ami for ESAAA operating system up to $117,000
• Approve MCAH California Home Visiting Program funding of $412,058
• Amend contract with Preferred Septic and Disposal up to $101,000

The Board approved two ordinances implementing state-mandated SB9 regulations for two-unit developments and urban lot splits. The Board also approved several health and public works contracts and consolidated multiple local elections for November 5, 2024.

• Approved ordinances for SB9 Two-Unit Development and Urban Lot Splits (unanimous)
• Approved $205,000 contract for Health Officer services with James Richardson, MD (unanimous)
• Approved $117,000 total contract with Mon Ami for aging and disability services reporting (unanimous)
• Approved $118,625 contract with Anberry Rehabilitation Center for psychiatric services (unanimous)
• Approved $1,235,684 contract modification for Advocates for Human Potential, Inc. (unanimous)
• Consolidated City of Bishop, Hospital Districts, and County Office of Education elections to Nov. 5, 2024 (4-0)
• Approved plans for Bishop Airport Runway 12-30 Grooving Project (unanimous)
• Directed immediate remedy of shelving safety issues at the Central Library (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider several contracts, including a $1.2 million project for jail security and cameras. They are also set to discuss amendments to the agreement with LADWP regarding the Lower Owens River Project. Additionally, the agenda includes labor negotiations in closed session and various health service contract updates.

• $1,234,770 contract for Inyo County Jail Security and Camera Project
• $186,872.50 contract for a body scanner from Tek84
• $205,000 contract for Health Officer services
• Amendment to the Lower Owens River Project agreement with LADWP
• $250,590 grant award from First 5 California

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors approved several contracts and agreements, including a $1,234,770 jail security and camera project and a $186,872.50 body scanner contract for the sheriff's department. The board also approved various health and human services contracts and amendments, and adopted the Lower Owens River Project work plan and budget. Two items were pulled from the agenda at the department's request: a mosquito abatement MOU with the Lone Pine Paiute-Shoshone Reservation and a health officer contract. All votes were 4-0, with Supervisor Matt Kingsley absent.

• Approved $1,234,770 jail security and camera contract with Integrated Security Controls (4-0)
• Approved $186,872.50 body scanner contract with Tek84 (4-0)
• Approved $264,781 ESAAA contract amendment with Mono County (4-0)
• Approved $250,590 First 5 grant award for small population county funding (4-0)
• Approved North American Mental Health Services contract amendment increasing tele-psychiatry hours (4-0)
• Approved Crestwood Behavioral Health contract amendment adding psychiatric health facilities (4-0)
• Adopted 2024-25 Lower Owens River Project work plan, budget, and schedule (4-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 2 to LADWP Lower Owens River Project agreement (4-0)

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The Board of Supervisors will hear a presentation on the upcoming summer fire season from USFS and BLM representatives. The meeting also includes several contract renewals for technology, waste management, and engineering services. Additionally, the Board will consider continuing the local emergency declaration for Tropical Storm Hilary.

• Microsoft Enterprise Enrollment Agreement up to $251,700 per year
• ESRI Enterprise License Agreement renewal not to exceed $85,000
• Contract for hazardous waste removal not to exceed $81,114
• Acceptance of a $25,000 Library of Congress grant for the museum
• Roux Associates, Inc. contract amendment not to exceed $90,000

The Board unanimously adopted the preliminary budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025. In a 4-1 vote, they approved a $196,000 payment to Mammoth Lakes Tourism for commercial air service subsidies, with Supervisor Roeser dissenting over governance concerns. The Board also unanimously approved various contract extensions, software licenses, and a grant for the Eastern California Museum.

• Approved $196,000 air service subsidy payment (4-1)
• Adopted preliminary FY 2024-2025 budget (unanimous)
• Approved ESRI software license renewal up to $85,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Microsoft enterprise agreement up to $755,100 total (unanimous)
• Awarded household hazardous waste removal contract to ACTenviro up to $81,114 (unanimous)
• Approved Library of Congress grant acceptance for $25,000 (unanimous)
• Extended Willdan Engineering contract to June 30, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved MOU for Eastern Sierra Continuum of Care (unanimous)

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The Board of Supervisors will review the FY 2024-25 budget narrative and consider several infrastructure contracts. Items include a new plan for electric vehicle charging networks and equipment updates for the Sheriff's Department. The Board will also address road maintenance projects funded by SB-1.

• Contract for Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Network Plan up to $199,390
• Agreement with Axon Enterprises for body cameras and evidence storage up to $664,465.62
• Change order of $91,093 for the Jail Administration Remodel Project
• Amendment to Coroner Cassidy Johnston's contract up to $92,000
• Adoption of 2024-25 road projects funded by SB-1

The Board approved several public safety upgrades, including a multi-year contract for body cameras and a new Livescan machine. Infrastructure decisions included funding for an electric vehicle charging network plan and the adoption of the FY 24-25 SB 1 road project list.

• Approved $664,465.62 contract with Axon Enterprises Inc. for body cameras and evidence storage (unanimous)
• Approved $199,393 contract with DKS Associates for EV Charging Infrastructure Network Plan (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-20 adopting the FY 24-25 SB 1 road project list (unanimous)
• Approved $42,199.74 contract with Idemia for Livescan machine and services (unanimous)
• Authorized $91,093 change order for Jail Administration Remodel Project (unanimous)
• Approved contract amendment for Cassidy Lynn Johnston increasing total to $92,000 (unanimous)
• Authorized $36,000 increase for Sheriff's Department patrol unit safety equipment (unanimous)
• Declared surplus patrol vehicles and authorized sale via Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers (unanimous)

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The Inyo County Board of Supervisors is scheduled to adopt a new ordinance implementing California's water-efficient landscaping requirements. The agenda includes the approval of several contracts for childcare, legal services, engineering, and waste management, with total values ranging from $9,900 to $347,400. The Board will also authorize applications for federal policing grants and update stipend rates for election workers.

• Adoption of Ordinance 1306, the California Water-Efficient Landscaping Ordinance, following a public hearing.
• Approval of a contract with American Refuse, Inc. for tire hauling and disposal not to exceed $347,400 for 2024-2027.
• Approval of a contract with Fountainhead Consulting Corporation for construction management services not to exceed $323,736.09 for 2024-2025.
• Approval of a contract with the Inyo County Office of Education for Stage I Child Care Services not to exceed $170,000 for 2024-2025.
• Approval of Resolution No. 2024-19 to update stipend rates for Election Workers effective for the November 2024 election.

The Board approved several contracts for childcare, legal services, and public works projects. It also authorized a resolution for the Bishop Unified School District and updated election worker stipend rates. A proposed water-efficient landscape ordinance was deferred for further data collection.

• Approved Resolution No. 2024-18 for Bishop Unified School District (unanimous)
• Approved $170,000 childcare contract with Inyo County Office of Education (unanimous)
• Approved $80,000 legal services contract with California Indian Legal Services (unanimous)
• Approved $118,575 training contract with UC Davis (unanimous)
• Approved $97,788 engineering contract with Tartaglia Engineering (unanimous)
• Approved $347,400 tire hauling contract with American Refuse, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $323,736.09 construction management contract with Fountainhead Consulting (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-19 to increase election worker stipend rates (unanimous)

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The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will review the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Third Quarter Financial Report, requiring a four-fifths vote to approve specific budget actions and year-end adjustments. The Board will also approve the preliminary calendar for the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget hearings and direct staff to prepare a modified rollover budget for approval on June 18, 2024. Additionally, the Board will consider a request to repatriate human remains to the Fort Independence Indian Community under NAGPRA and hold a workshop on the first draft of the 2024 Inyo County Strategic Plan.

• Approval of de-accession, transfer, and repatriation of human remains to Fort Independence Indian Community per NAGPRA
• Acceptance of Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Third Quarter Financial Report
• Approval of specific budget action items and year-end adjustments (requires 4/5ths vote)
• Approval of Preliminary Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget Calendar
• Direction to prepare modified rollover budget for June 18, 2024 approval

The Board unanimously approved the transfer of human remains to the Fort Independence Indian Community of Paiute Indians. The Board also accepted the FY 2023-2024 Third Quarter Financial Report and approved related budget actions and the preliminary FY 2024-2025 budget calendar.

• Approved repatriation of human remains to the Fort Independence Indian Community (unanimous)
• Accepted Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Third Quarter Financial Report (unanimous)
• Approved budget action items and recommendations in Attachments A & B (unanimous)
• Authorized County Administrator and Auditor-Controller to make year-end fund adjustments (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget Calendar (unanimous)
• Directed preparation of a modified rollover budget for FY 2024-2025 for June 18, 2024 approval (unanimous)
• Authorized transfer of General Fund Contingencies to General Reserves on June 30, 2023 (unanimous)

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The Inyo County Board of Supervisors approved a letter and Resolution No. 2024-12 opposing Initiative #1935, with a 4-0 vote (Supervisor Kingsley absent). The Board also approved several routine items, including a $75,452 purchase of emergency satellite devices, a $52,405.75 change order for the Whitney Portal Culvert Repair Project, and a $773,353 transportation funding agreement. A proposed change to District Attorney staffing was pulled from the agenda at the department head's request.

• Approved letter and Resolution No. 2024-12 opposing Initiative #1935 (4-0, Kingsley absent)
• Approved minutes from April 2 and April 9, 2024 meetings (4-0, Kingsley absent)
• Reappointed Bill Fletcher and Chris Langley to Mt. Whitney Cemetery District Board (4-0, Kingsley absent)
• Reappointed Marilyn Bracken to Independence Cemetery District Board (4-0, Kingsley absent)
• Declared AT&T successful bidder and approved purchase of two portable emergency satellite devices for up to $75,452 (4-0, Kingsley absent)
• Approved Change Order No. 2 for $52,405.75 for Whitney Portal Culvert Repair Project (4-0, Kingsley absent)
• Approved $773,353 transportation funding agreement with Caltrans (4-0, Kingsley absent)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-16 setting rates for airport badges at Bishop Airport (4-0, Kingsley absent)

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The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will hold continued public hearings on two appeals (Appeal No. 2023-02 and 2023-03) of renewable energy permits (REP 2022-01 and REP 2022-02) for the Barker Solar project. Staff recommends denying both appeals and upholding the Planning Commission's approval, subject to conditions. The board will also consider approving recirculated mitigated negative declarations under CEQA and adopting mitigation monitoring programs.

• Continued public hearing on Appeal No. 2023-02 of Renewable Energy Permit (REP) 2022-01/Barker
• Continued public hearing on Appeal No. 2023-03 of Renewable Energy Permit (REP) 2022-02/Barker
• Recommended action to deny both appeals and uphold Planning Commission approvals
• Approval of Recirculated Mitigated Negative Declarations for both projects
• Adoption of Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Programs for both projects

The Board of Supervisors denied two appeals and upheld Planning Commission approvals of two Renewable Energy Permits (REP 2022-01/Barker and REP 2022-02/Barker) for solar projects in the Trona area. For each project, the Board certified a Recirculated Mitigated Negative Declaration under CEQA, adopted a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program, and made findings that the projects would not have significant environmental effects with mitigation. Both motions carried 4-1, with Supervisor Roeser voting no. The Board added conditions requiring preconstruction surveys for desert tortoise and Mojave ground squirrel, and for the second project, restoration of a recorded access road to minimum County standards.

• Denied Appeal No. 2023-02 and upheld approval of REP 2022-01/Barker (4-1, Roeser no)
• Certified Recirculated Mitigated Negative Declaration for REP 2022-01/Barker (4-1)
• Adopted Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program for REP 2022-01/Barker (4-1)
• Added condition requiring preconstruction surveys for desert tortoise and Mojave ground squirrel (4-1)
• Denied Appeal No. 2023-03 and upheld approval of REP 2022-02/Barker (4-1, Roeser no)
• Certified Recirculated Mitigated Negative Declaration for REP 2022-02/Barker (4-1)
• Adopted Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program for REP 2022-02/Barker (4-1)
• Added condition requiring restoration of recorded access road to minimum County standards (4-1)

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The Board of Supervisors will consider approving a contract for public defender services. Additionally, the Board will receive a presentation and hold a workshop regarding the draft 2024-2025 LADWP Annual Operations Plan.

• Contract for public defender services with Elizabeth Corpora not to exceed $230,000 (April 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025)
• Presentation on Inyo County's comments on the draft 2024-2025 LADWP Annual Operations Plan
• Workshop with the Inyo County Water Commission on Owens Valley conditions and the LADWP annual operations plan

The Board ratified a contract for public defender services and directed the Water Department to respond to the 2024-2025 LADWP Annual Operations Plan. The response will support the minimum proposed pumping amount of 51,470 acre-feet with additional requirements regarding vegetation and runoff.

• Approved contract with Elizabeth Corpora for public defender services up to $230,000 (4-0)
• Directed Water Department to recommend support of the lower LADWP pumping amount of 51,470 a.f.

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The Inyo County Board of Supervisors is scheduled to vote on denying two appeals related to the Barker Solar project, which would uphold the Planning Commission's approval of renewable energy permits. The agenda also includes a resolution to withdraw the county from the California Cannabis Authority and the approval of a $615,000 contract for public defender services. Additionally, the board will consider several contract amendments for planning and transportation consultants.

• Deny Appeal No. 2023-02 and Appeal No. 2023-03 to uphold Renewable Energy Permits 2022-01 and 2022-02 for Barker Solar
• Approve Resolution No. 2024-09 directing the County's withdrawal from the California Cannabis Authority (CCA)
• Approve a public defender services contract with Gerard Harvey not to exceed $615,000 for the period April 1, 2024, through June 30, 2027
• Approve Amendment No. 6 to the LSC Transportation Planning Consultants contract, increasing the amount to not exceed $261,132
• Approve Resolution No. 2024-11 establishing a Public Agencies Post-Employment Benefits Trust administered by PARS

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors approved a $615,000 agreement with Gerard Harvey for public defender services from April 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027. The Board also approved a $9,900 increase to a transportation planning contract, raising its not-to-exceed amount to $261,132, and approved Resolution No. 2024-09 directing the County's withdrawal from the California Cannabis Authority. A public hearing on Appeal Nos. 2023-02 and 2023-03 (Barker Solar) was continued to May 3, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. after the appellant raised objections about noticing of the agenda item.

• Approved $615,000 public defender services agreement with Gerard Harvey (April 1, 2024–June 30, 2027) (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment No. 6 with LSC Transportation Planning Consultants, increasing amount by $9,900 to not exceed $261,132 and extending term to October 19, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-09 directing withdrawal from the California Cannabis Authority and rescinding Resolution 2018-46 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-11 establishing a Public Agencies Post-Employment Benefits Trust administered by PARS (unanimous)
• Approved revisions to the 2024 Board of Supervisors calendar, including moving the June 25 meeting location from Independence to Bishop (4-1, Marcellin no)
• Continued Appeal Nos. 2023-02 and 2023-03 (Barker Solar) to May 3, 2024, at 9:00 a.m.
• Approved Amendment No. 2 to the Design Path Studio contract, extending term end date to June 30, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment No. 8 to the Hydrodynamics Group contract, extending term through June 30, 2025 (unanimous)

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The Board enacted an updated Short-term Rental of Residential Property Ordinance featuring new caps, insurance requirements, and fire restrictions. Other key actions included approving a $600,000 public defender contract and certifying the March 5, 2024, election results.

• Enacted updated short-term rental ordinance and lifted application moratorium (4-1)
• Approved public defender contract with Bryan Mack up to $600,000 (unanimous)
• Certified results of the March 5, 2024, Presidential Primary Election (unanimous)
• Approved $600,000 contract for public defender services through June 30, 2027 (unanimous)
• Authorized Fish & Wildlife Commission to send letters regarding mountain lion and sage-grouse management (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to Kings View Corporation agreement for $261,881 (unanimous)
• Approved $7,750 WIC Sub-Grant Contract Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Modification No. 3 for Advocates for Human Potential, Inc. up to $958,684 (unanimous)

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The Financial Advisory Committee is reviewing an investment strategy for a proposed post-employment benefits trust. The body will also discuss the disposition of County property in Laws regarding the Laws Railroad Museum.

• Investment strategy for proposed Public Agencies Post-Employment Benefits trust administered by Public Agency Retirement Services (PARS)
• Disposition of County property in Laws (Laws Railroad Museum)

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The Board of Supervisors will meet for a special session. The primary agenda item is a closed session to evaluate the performance of two public employees.

• Performance evaluations for the Public Works Director and Planning Director

The Board of Supervisors met in a special session on March 21, 2024. No substantive actions or decisions were reported as taken during the open or closed sessions.

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The Board of Supervisors will discuss pension trust restructuring and the payoff of a 2013 CalPERS refunding loan. The meeting includes decisions on two appeals regarding Barker Solar renewable energy permits and various health and human services contracts.

• Proposed payoff of 2013 CalPERS Refunding loan with Umpqua Bank using $3,500,000 in transfers
• Appeal No. 2023-02 and 2023-03 regarding Barker Solar Renewable Energy Permits
• Public defender services contract with Rory Kalin not to exceed $650,000
• California Department of Aging contract increase of $27,777 for a total of $1,588,363
• Closure of McLaren Lane in Bishop on March 22, 2024, for Southern California Edison utility work

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors approved a plan to retire roughly $2.5 million in CalPERS pension-related debt and set aside $1 million to pre-fund future pension costs. The Board also approved a public defender services contract with Rory Kalin worth up to $650,000 through June 2027, and appointed Meg Tracy to the Bishop Rural Fire Protection District Board of Commissioners. Two Barker Solar appeals were continued and postponed to April 9, and an item on revising the 2024 Board meeting calendar was pulled for a future date. Supervisor Griffiths was absent for all votes.

• Approved paying off 2013 CalPERS Refunding loan with Umpqua Bank and $1M initial contribution to a pension trust (4-0, Griffiths absent)
• Approved public defender services agreement with Rory Kalin, not to exceed $650,000 through June 30, 2027 (4-0)
• Appointed Meg Tracy to Bishop Rural Fire Protection District Board of Commissioners, term ending July 1, 2027 (3-0-1, Orrill abstaining)
• Approved Amendment No. 2 removing Heritage Park Nursing Center from Life Generations Healthcare LLC agreement (4-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to CA Department of Aging contract AP-2324-16, increasing allocation by $27,777 to $1,588,363 (4-0)
• Approved reclassifying one HHS Specialist I-IV position to Prevention Specialist I-III (4-0)
• Approved MOU with Mono County and Eastern Sierra Continuum of Care for HHAP-5 homeless funding (4-0)
• Continued Tropical Storm Hilary local emergency (4-0)

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The Board of Supervisors will convene for a workshop at the Furnace Creek Visitors Center. Various representatives from tribal, park, business, and utility organizations will address the Board on items of interest to Death Valley and Inyo County.

• Workshop featuring representatives of the Timbisha-Shoshone Tribe
• Presentation by DVNP Superintendent Mike Reynolds and Management Analyst Abby Wines
• Presentation by Rick During, General Manager of the Oasis at Death Valley
• Presentation by Henry Golas of the Death Valley Conservancy
• Presentation by Matthew Paruolo, Government Relations Manager for Southern California Edison

The Board of Supervisors convened for a workshop at the Furnace Creek Visitors Center. The session included presentations from tribal representatives, park officials, and utility and conservancy managers regarding items of interest to Death Valley and Inyo County. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded.

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The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will receive presentations on a proposed Active Transportation Program grant for the Tecopa Community Connectivity Project and on Proposition 1's local implications. They will also hear updates from several organizations and agencies, including Southern California Edison and the Bureau of Land Management. The consent agenda includes approving meeting minutes and intergovernmental agreements for Medi-Cal behavioral health funding.

• Approve intergovernmental agreements with Department of Health Care Services for Medi-Cal specialty mental health and drug services (July 1, 2023 – Dec 31, 2026)
• Receive presentation on Active Transportation Program, Tecopa Community Connectivity Grant Proposal
• Receive presentation on Proposition 1 and expected local implications
• Hear updates from Southern California Edison, Southern Inyo Fire Protection District, Amargosa Conservancy, Friends of the Amargosa Basin, Tecopa Hot Springs Conservancy, and Barstow BLM Field Manager

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors approved minutes from two prior meetings and ratified an intergovernmental agreement with the Department of Health Care Services for Medi-Cal specialty mental health and drug Medi-Cal services funding through December 31, 2026. The Board received presentations on a Tecopa community connectivity grant proposal and on Proposition 1's potential funding impacts, and requested staff set up a community meeting for public input on the connectivity project. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned to March 13, 2024.

• Approved minutes from February 22, 2024 special meeting and March 5, 2024 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Ratified and approved Intergovernmental Agreement with Department of Health Care Services for Medi-Cal specialty mental health and drug Medi-Cal nonfederal share funding, July 1, 2023–December 31, 2026 (unanimous)
• Received presentation on Tecopa Community Connectivity Project grant proposal; requested staff set up community meeting for public input

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The Board of Supervisors and the Board of Education will hold a special joint meeting. The agenda includes a report on schools and a discussion regarding fire inspection contracts for local schools.

• State of the Schools Report by Superintendent Barry Simpson
• Discussion regarding Inyo County Office of Education facilitating annual fire inspections at local schools
• Discussion of opportunities for improved collaborative service delivery in Southeast Inyo County

The Board of Supervisors met in a special joint session with the Board of Education. They discussed a potential contract for annual fire inspections at local schools and reviewed a request from Death Valley National Park to use a shuttered school in Furnace Creek for community gatherings. No formal votes or final approvals were recorded in these minutes.

• Discussed ICOE seeking quotes for annual school fire inspections
• Chair asked Death Valley Unified School District to consider Park's request to use shuttered school
• No formal votes or approvals recorded

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The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will hold a regular meeting with closed-session labor negotiations and a public employment item. In open session, they will consider a commercial cannabis business license ownership change for Nanofarms, LLC, receive the 2023 General Plan progress report, and conduct a workshop on a proposed mobile vending program. The consent agenda includes routine items such as approving meeting minutes, an off-highway vehicle grant application, and amendments to homeless housing assistance agreements.

• Consider approval of ownership change for commercial cannabis business license 000140 (Nanofarms, LLC)
• Receive 2023 General Plan Annual Progress Report and Housing Element Implementation Report
• Workshop on proposed Inyo County Mobile Vending Program
• Approve Amendment No. 2 to HHAP 1 funding agreement (not to exceed $733,546.24)
• Approve Amendment No. 2 to HHAP 2 funding agreement (not to exceed $356,764)

The Board approved funding amendments for homeless assistance programs and the 2023 General Plan Progress Report. Other actions included approving a lease for child support services and a cannabis license ownership change.

• Approved HHAP Round 1 funding amendment up to $733,546.24 (4-0)
• Approved HHAP Round 2 funding amendment up to $356,764 (4-0)
• Approved 2023 General Plan Progress Report (4-0)
• Approved 3-year lease for 'Tioga Room' not to exceed $9,000 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-07 for OHV Grant Application (4-0)
• Approved ownership change for cannabis license 000140 (Nanofarms, LLC) (4-0)
• Appointed Josie Rogers to First 5 Children and Families Commission (4-0)
• Approved waiver of landfill fees for Lone Pine Paiute-Shoshone Reservation event (4-0)

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The Board of Supervisors will meet for a special session to conduct Strategic Planning Workshop #2. The body will receive a presentation from staff and discuss strategic objectives for the 2024 Inyo County Strategic Plan.

• Strategic Planning Workshop #2 regarding the 2024 Inyo County Strategic Plan

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors met in special session on February 22, 2024 for the second of two strategic planning workshops. CAO Nate Greenberg said staff received more than 200 submissions and 200 comments, 90 from unique individuals, and reviewed recommended strategic initiatives and goals. Board members discussed which initiatives and goals to include; Greenberg said he would refine the list and distribute it to department heads before bringing a draft Strategic Plan back to the Board. No substantive decisions, votes, or approvals were recorded.

• No substantive decisions recorded; workshop discussion only
• CAO Greenberg to refine initiatives and goals list and distribute to department heads before returning with a draft Strategic Plan
• Auditor-Controller Amy Shepherd suggested adding budget information and completion dates, and reviewing the Grants in Support and Community Project Sponsorship programs

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The Board of Supervisors approved a contract for HVAC system replacement at the Independence Courthouse and denied an appeal to reinstate a short-term rental permit. Several service contracts for mental health, personnel studies, and office equipment were also approved.

• Approved $2,391,380 contract with Bishop Heating and Air Conditioning Inc. for Courthouse HVAC (unanimous)
• Denied request to reinstate Hosted Short Term Rental Permit No. 2021-06/Collins (unanimous)
• Approved $107,500 contract with Evergreen Solutions, LLC for Classification and Compensation Study (unanimous)
• Approved $245,000 annual lease with American Business Machines for copiers and printers (unanimous)
• Approved $200,000 blanket purchase order for law enforcement equipment installation (unanimous)
• Approved mental health service contracts with GHC of Anberry ($96,900) and GHC of Upland ($83,160) (unanimous)
• Accepted donation of K-9 Enwer from Esmeralda County Sheriff's Office (unanimous)
• Approved $8,332 monthly contract for Caroline Nott as Assistant County Clerk-Recorder (unanimous)

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The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will hold a regular meeting with a closed session on labor negotiations, real property negotiations with LADWP, and litigation. In open session, they will consider consent items including a copier lease, a workplace violence prevention plan, and appointments. Major decisions include appeals on the Barker Solar permits, a proposed administration department restructure with new contracts, and a contract with Willdan Engineering for plan review services.

• Appeals 2023-02 and 2023-03 on Barker Solar renewable energy permits
• Administration restructure: add Deputy County Administrator and Assistant Director of Budget, delete Assistant CAO and Senior Budget Analyst
• Contract with Willdan Engineering for $25,000 for building and safety services
• Copier-printer lease with ABM up to $245,000/year for 5 years
• Lease of Tioga Room in Mammoth Lakes from Mono County for $250/month

The Board approved a restructuring of the Administration Department, including new management positions and contracts. Other actions included continuing the Tropical Storm Hilary emergency and adopting the 2024 Federal Legislative Platform.

• Approved Administration Department restructure and new management positions (4-1)
• Approved $25,000 contract with Willdan Engineering for Building and Safety services
• Continued local emergency proclamation for Tropical Storm Hilary
• Adopted the Inyo County 2024 Federal Legislative Platform
• Approved lease with Mono County for 'Tioga Room' not to exceed $9,000
• Approved $3,000 in Right-of-Way Contracts for Temporary Easements with Caltrans
• Rejected $5,000 in unused donations for Commander's House re-roofing
• Continued Appeal Hearings No. 2023-02 and 2023-03 regarding solar facilities to March 19

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The Board of Supervisors will consider restructuring the Administration Department, including adding a Deputy County Administrator and an Assistant Director of Budget and General Services, and approving related contracts. They will also vote on several consent items, including a $1.475 million grant for the Diaz Lake beautification project, waste hauler rate adjustments, and a jail remodel change order. The agenda includes closed session discussions on labor negotiations and litigation with LADWP.

• Approve Administration Department restructure, adding Deputy County Administrator ($10,003/mo) and Assistant Director of Budget and General Services ($11,036/mo)
• Accept $1,475,000 Clean California Local Grant for Diaz Lake Welcoming & Beautification Project
• Ratify 6.5% CPI increase to waste hauler maximum rates, effective Jan 1, 2024
• Authorize Change Order No. 2 for $68,951.90 to Pagenkopp Construction for Jail Administration Remodel
• Ratify contract with Juan Martinez as Undersheriff at $12,693/month

The Board approved a Clean California Local Grant for the Diaz Lake Welcoming & Beautification Project and ratified waste hauler rate adjustments. Several personnel contracts and commission appointments were approved, while a proposed Administrative Department restructure was delayed for further review.

• Approved $1,475,000 Clean California Local Grant for Diaz Lake project (unanimous)
• Approved 6.5% CPI adjustment for waste hauler service fee maximum rates (unanimous)
• Approved $68,951.90 change order for Jail Administration Remodel Project (unanimous)
• Approved personal services contract for Undersheriff at $12,693 per month (4-0)
• Approved personal services contract for Assistant CIO at $11,036 per month (4-0)
• Appointed Alex Burciaga and Heather Carr to the First 5 Commission (unanimous)
• Approved contract amendment with The Ferguson Group and a $50,000 CSAC agreement (unanimous)
• Tabled Administrative Department restructure for Auditor-Controller review

Board of Supervisors

This is a special meeting of the Inyo County Board of Supervisors dedicated to a single item: a strategic planning workshop. Staff will present and the board will discuss high-level strategic objectives for the 2024 Inyo County Strategic Plan. No decisions or votes are scheduled; the meeting is a discussion and planning session.

• Strategic Planning Workshop #1: High-Level Strategy Development for the 2024 Inyo County Strategic Plan
• Presentation by County Administrator Nate Greenberg (15 minutes) followed by 3-hour workshop discussion

The Board of Supervisors conducted a workshop to begin developing a Strategic Plan for Inyo County. CAO Greenberg presented 62 initiatives and goals gathered from staff and the public for the Board to prioritize and categorize.

• Discussed priorities for public safety, infrastructure, housing, workforce, tourism and recreation, and economic development

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The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will hold workshops on short-term rentals and mosquito abatement, and consider several routine consent items. The short-term rental workshop could direct staff to draft an ordinance lifting the current moratorium, adding a 5% cap per area, 5-year permits, and stricter enforcement. The board will also elect officers for 2024 and hear reports from closed session.

• Workshop on short-term rental ordinance updates, including lifting the moratorium and adding a 5% cap per geographic area
• Approve $117,245 purchase of OpenGov software for online permitting, with cost-sharing MOU with City of Bishop
• Approve new rates for Tecopa Hot Springs Conservancy
• Approve agreements with Mono County for Agricultural Commissioner and Veterans Services Officer services
• Approve hiring an Assistant Chief Information Officer at Step E ($11,306/month)

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors elected Matt Kingsley as Chairperson and Scott Marcellin as Vice Chairperson for 2024. In open session the Board approved several routine items, including the 2024 investment policy, a $117,245 OpenGov permitting software purchase shared with the City of Bishop, and a lease amendment at 269 N. Main St., Bishop adding $250,000 in rent contingent on future budgets. On short-term rentals, the Board directed staff to develop an ordinance capping rentals at 3% countywide, requiring renewal after 3 years or upon a county business license, and prohibiting all outdoor fires at rentals; no ordinance was adopted. Closed sessions on labor negotiations, litigation with the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power, landfill property talks, and personnel matters produced no action required to be reported.

• Elected Matt Kingsley as Board Chairperson for 2024 (unanimous)
• Elected Scott Marcellin as Board Vice Chairperson for 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 Statement of Investment Policy (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-01 delegating investment authority to the County Treasurer (unanimous)
• Authorized hiring one Assistant Chief Information Officer at Range 92, E Step ($11,306) (unanimous)
• Approved agreements with Mono County for Agricultural Commissioner and Veterans Services (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-02 accepting a highway easement deed for the North Round Valley Road Bridge over Pine Creek (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to the 269 N. Main St., Bishop lease, adding $250,000 in rent contingent on future budgets (unanimous)