Inyo County public meetings in 2025

Board of Supervisors

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors is convening a special meeting on December 22, 2025, to discuss a public employment item regarding the County Administrator. The meeting will include a closed session on this topic followed by an open session report.

• Public Comment on Closed Session Item(s)
• Closed Session: Public Employment – County Administrator
• Report on Closed Session as Required by Law

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will receive a presentation on a $4.6 million USDA Community Wildfire Defense Grant. They will also consider a contract amendment for psychiatric services and a cost-sharing agreement for culvert maintenance.

• Announcement of $4.6 million USDA Community Wildfire Defense Grant awarded to Eastern Sierra Council of Governments
• Amendment No. 1 to Vista Pacifica Enterprises Inc. contract for psychiatric services, increasing the amount by $68,625 to a total of $118,625
• MOU with Bishop Creek Water Association for shared labor and costs for culvert maintenance and replacement
• Certification of $39,061.60 in Yucca Mountain federal funds expended for FY 2024-2025
• Rejection of all bids for Fire Suppression Inspection Services and authorization to re-bid

Town Hall Meeting

Inyo County Supervisor Trina Orrill led a town‑hall focused on emergency response and disaster preparedness. Panel members presented the Genasys platform for emergency notifications, the ReadyInyo website and app for real‑time alerts, and the Access Center for individuals with functional needs. The meeting also covered community fire safety and volunteer fire department resources.

• Assistant Sheriff Tim Bachman explained the Genasys emergency notification platform for wildfires and floods
• Emergency Services Manager Lisa Cox introduced the ReadyInyo website and Genasys app for real‑time weather, road‑closure, and evacuation alerts
• Health and Human Services Deputy Director Melissa Best‑Baker described registration with ReadyInyo's Access Center for functional‑needs individuals
• Chief Brett Russell discussed community fire safety, smoke‑detector checks, and the volunteer fire department (~40 volunteers)
• Collaboration with the Whitebark Institute on a defensible‑space program to reduce fire risk

Board of Supervisors

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will receive a presentation and hold a public hearing on a General Plan Amendment (GPA 2025-03) for the BYK Hectorite Mine, covering about 202.94 acres near Death Valley Junction. The Board will also approve several routine items, including waste‑hauler fee adjustments, equipment purchases, and health‑service agreements. Financial actions include authorizing a $580,966.03 payment for mental‑health student services and a $576,355.85 purchase of trucks and equipment. The meeting concludes with setting the 2026 meeting calendar and terminating a courthouse lease.

• Item 21: Public hearing and resolution on General Plan Amendment 2025-03 for BYK Hectorite Mine (approx. 202.94 acres)
• Item 17: Approve 5.36% CPI adjustment to waste‑hauler service fee maximum rates and adopt new schedule for Areas A & B
• Item 23: Authorize purchase orders up to $576,355.85 for a dump truck, forklift, service truck, and pickup truck
• Item 22: Approve payment of $580,966.03 to Inyo County Office of Education for Mental Health Student Services
• Item 14: Approve agreement with Health Net for transitional rent services for 2026

The Board voted 4‑1 to re‑approve and re‑authorize the county’s separation agreement with Mr. Greenberg after a closed‑session discussion. Several health‑services contracts for transitional rent services were approved unanimously. The Board also adopted a 5.36% CPI adjustment to waste‑hauler service fee maximums and approved multiple purchase orders for heavy equipment.

• Re‑approved county separation agreement with Mr. Greenberg (4‑1)
• Approved Health Net transitional rent services agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Anthem Blue Cross transitional rent services agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Health Plan of San Joaquin/Mountain Valley Health Plan agreement (unanimous)
• Adopted 5.36% CPI adjustment to waste‑hauler service fee maximums (unanimous)
• Approved Bishop Airport ATM contract (unanimous)
• Authorized heavy‑equipment purchase orders up to $576,355.85 (unanimous, 4‑0)
• Approved 2026 Board of Supervisors meeting schedule (unanimous, 4‑0)

Board of Supervisors

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved purchase orders totaling $1,158,342.60 for a backhoe loader, motor grader, wheel loader, and snow blower. The board also accepted a $42,333 Off‑Highway Vehicle grant, approved a $95,000 ASPCA shelter grant, and ratified several staffing and program appointments. All actions were recorded as unanimous motions.

• Approved heavy equipment purchase orders totaling $1,158,342.60 (unanimous)
• Accepted FY 25‑26 Off‑Highway Vehicle grant of $42,333 (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 ASPCA National Shelter Grants Initiative application for $95,000 (unanimous)
• Ratified appointment of Anna Scott as Local Mental Health Director (unanimous)
• Ratified appointment of Anna Scott as Alcohol and Drug Program Administrator (unanimous)
• Approved Probation Department electronic monitoring program (unanimous)
• Adjusted Senior Transportation Planner salary grade to Grade 17 with new salary $8,960.74 per month (unanimous)
• Ratified First 5 grant award agreement for up to $250,589 (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will hold a closed‑session discussion on the public employment appointment for the County Administrator. In the open session, the Board will receive a report on that closed‑session item as required by law.

• Closed‑session discussion: public employment – County Administrator appointment
• Open‑session report on the closed‑session discussion as required by law

The Board met in a closed session to discuss Public Employment (County Administrator) under Government Code §54957. County Counsel reported that no action was taken on the item. The meeting was then adjourned.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review a purchase order for water meters and new rate schedules for the Tecopa Hot Springs Campground and Pools. The meeting also includes a community update on the Bonanza Peak Solar Project and a resolution supporting the proposed Amargosa Basin National Monument.

• Purchase of Kamstrup Water Meters from Core & Main LP not to exceed $543,933.61
• Approval of new rates for Flippin-Hamrick, LLC at Tecopa Hot Springs Campground & Pools
• Resolution No. 2025-43 designating Inyo Council for the Arts as a California State Arts Council Partner
• Resolution No. 2025-44 in support of the proposed Amargosa Basin National Monument
• Community update on the Bonanza Peak Solar Project

The Board unanimously approved a resolution designating Inyo Council for the Arts as a state arts partner. It also authorized a purchase order up to $543,933.61 for Kamstrup water meters from Core & Main LP. New fee rates for the Tecopa Hot Springs Campground & Pools were approved, and a resolution supporting the proposed Amargosa Basin National Monument was adopted. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved Inyo Council for the Arts designation (unanimous)
• Authorized water‑meter purchase order up to $543,933.61 to Core & Main LP (unanimous)
• Approved new fee schedule for Tecopa Hot Springs Campground & Pools (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025‑44 supporting Amargosa Basin National Monument (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the October 21, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Inyo County Planning Commission will review a conditional use permit to construct a 125‑foot monopole tower at 1001 Count Rd., Big Pine. It will also consider a tentative parcel map and zone reclassification for a subdivision at 250 Panorama Dr., Bishop. Additional items include an amendment extending a mining permit for the Hectorite Mine, approval of a 14‑acre reclamation plan for the Zurich Pit, and a reconsideration of a short‑term rental permit revocation.

• Tentative Parcel Map and zone reclassification for 250 Panorama Dr., Bishop (APN 013-180-02)
• Conditional Use Permit for a 125‑foot monopole tower at 1001 Count Rd., Big Pine (APN 018-090-01)
• Amendment extending the Hectorite Mine conditional use permit to 2049
• Approval of a 14‑acre reclamation plan for the Zurich Pit
• Reconsideration of the revocation of Hosted Short‑term Rental Permit 2024‑03/Foroudi

Board of Supervisors

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will vote on a loan to the Southern Inyo Healthcare District, increasing the Other Agency Loans appropriation by $500,000. The meeting also includes approval of a concession agreement for the Tecopa Hot Springs Campground, a commercial air service cost‑sharing agreement with Mammoth Lakes entities, and funding allocations for health‑care and boating safety programs. Additional items cover a broadband update and other routine agenda matters.

• Approve loan and $500,000 budget increase for Southern Inyo Healthcare District (Item 21)
• Approve concession agreement for operation of Tecopa Hot Springs Campground and Pools (Item 24)
• Approve Commercial Air Service Cost Sharing Agreement and $200,000 invoice payment (Item 29)
• Ratify $343,236 Health Care Program for Children in Foster Care (Item 17)
• Accept $10,963.49 Boating Safety Equipment Grant for the Sheriff’s Office (Item 19)

The Board unanimously approved a $500,000 loan to the Southern Inyo Hospital District and increased the FY 2025‑26 Economic Stabilization Budget appropriation for other agency loans. It also ratified a $343,236 health‑care program for children in foster care and approved a ten‑year concession agreement for Tecopa Hot Springs Campground and Pools. Additional items approved unanimously included a boating safety equipment grant, a justice‑assistance grant, a change order for the Consolidated Slurry Seal project, and a correction to the District Attorney’s authorized staff title.

• Approved $500,000 loan to Southern Inyo Hospital District (unanimous)
• Increased FY 2025‑26 Other Agency Loans appropriation by $500,000 (unanimous)
• Approved $343,236 health‑care program for children in foster care (unanimous)
• Accepted $10,963.49 Boating Safety Equipment Grant (unanimous)
• Accepted Justice Assistance Grant Equipment and Training Program (Resolution 2025‑41) (unanimous)
• Ratified Change Order No. 1 with American Asphalt South, Inc. (Resolution 2025‑39) (unanimous)
• Authorized Tecopa Hot Springs Campground & Pools concession agreement (unanimous)
• Corrected District Attorney authorized strength title (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Inyo County Board will consider several routine approvals and a few major contracts. Key items include a $5,000 grant to Wildcare Eastern Sierra, an increase in the county's self‑insured liability retention, and a $570,000 contract with Community Service Solutions for In‑Home Supportive Services. The Board will also discuss a temporary road closure for bighorn sheep studies and a potential loan to Southern Inyo Hospital.

• Approve $5,000 expenditure from the Fish and Game Budget to Wildcare Eastern Sierra
• Increase self‑insured retention for general liability from $250,000 to $500,000 per occurrence
• Approve $570,000 contract with Community Service Solutions for IHSS Registry and Employer of Record services (Oct 1 2025 – Jun 30 2028)
• Approve temporary closure of Tinnemaha Road (Old Highway 395) Oct 15‑18 2025 for bighorn sheep monitoring
• Consider potential loan to Southern Inyo Hospital District

The Board approved several items, including the September minutes, a $5,000 reimbursement to Wildcare Eastern Sierra, and an increase in the self‑insured retention for general liability to $500,000. It adopted a 3.2% CPI adjustment to the Environmental Health fee schedule and authorized a temporary closure of Tinnemaha Road for wildlife monitoring. The Board also ratified an $8,000 USGS joint‑funding agreement, a $100,000 contract with Crossroads Recovery Center for opioid remediation, and a $570,000 contract with Community Service Solutions for IHSS services. All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved September meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 Wildcare Eastern Sierra reimbursement (unanimous)
• Increased self‑insured retention for general liability to $500,000 (unanimous)
• Adopted 3.2% CPI adjustment to Environmental Health fee schedule (unanimous)
• Approved temporary closure of Tinnemaha Road Oct 15‑18 (unanimous)
• Approved $8,000 USGS joint‑funding agreement for wells and springs monitoring (unanimous)
• Approved up to $100,000 Crossroads Recovery Center contract for opioid remediation (unanimous)
• Approved up to $570,000 Community Service Solutions contract for IHSS services (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will consider three personnel matters for the County Administrative Officer: an evaluation, a possible release, and a new employment action. A public comment period is provided for any closed‑session items. The board will also receive a required report on the closed session.

• Public Employee Evaluation – County Administrative Officer (Gov’t Code § 54957)
• Public Employee Release – County Administrative Officer (Gov’t Code § 54957)
• Public Employment – County Administrative Officer (Gov’t Code § 54957)
• Public Comment on Closed Session Item(s)
• Report on Closed Session as Required by Law

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors met in a special session and discussed three public‑employee items in closed session. County Counsel reported that no action required reporting was taken on those items. The meeting then adjourned without any decisions recorded.

Board of Supervisors

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will approve routine consent agenda items, including minutes and a data‑sharing agreement, and will adopt the Fiscal Year 2025‑2026 final budget. The Board will also award a $358,342 contract for the Laws, Independence, and Lone Pine water‑meter replacement project and consider several ordinance and fee proposals, such as kennel zoning changes and new fees for survey record reviews. Additional items include a public hearing on county vacancies, an emergency repair budget amendment for Bishop Airport, and a memorial plaque request for Spainhower Park.

• Award $358,342 contract to Four Point Engineering for water‑meter replacement project (Laws, Independence, Lone Pine)
• Adopt Fiscal Year 2025‑2026 Final Budget (Resolution No. 2025‑33)
• Adopt Kennel Zone Text Amendment Ordinance 1323
• Adopt Eastside Vistas Zone Reclassification Ordinance 1324 for ~1.95‑acre parcel (APN 010-301-28)
• Adopt Ordinance 1325 and Resolution No. 2025‑34 establishing fees for record of survey reviews and map checking services

The Board unanimously approved the final budget for fiscal year 2025‑2026 (Resolution No. 2025‑33). It also approved a $358,342 contract with Four Point Engineering for water‑meter replacement, a temporary closure of Luring Lane for pole replacement, and a waiver of solid‑waste fees up to $100 for the Lower Owens River Clean‑Up event. Additional unanimous actions included a health‑data sharing agreement, a memorial plaque at Spainhower Park, and two ordinance adoptions affecting kennels and Eastside Vistas zoning.

• Adopted FY 2025‑2026 final budget (Resolution 2025‑33), unanimous
• Awarded Four Point Engineering contract for water‑meter replacement, $358,342, unanimous
• Approved temporary closure of Luring Lane for power‑pole work, unanimous
• Waived solid‑waste disposal and gate fees up to $100 for Lower Owens River Clean‑Up, unanimous
• Approved Health Net Community Solutions data‑sharing agreement, unanimous
• Approved placement of memorial plaque for Seth Tait at Spainhower Park gazebo, unanimous
• Approved Kennel ordinance (Ordinance 1323) with CEQA exemption, unanimous
• Approved Eastside Vistas zone reclassification (Ordinance 1324) with CEQA exemption, unanimous

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will conduct a public hearing to discuss and potentially adopt the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 County Administrative Officer's recommended budget. The body will also consider the use of a fund balance that may be certified at or above $4,500,000.

• Public hearing and potential adoption of the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget
• Direction on use of Fund Balance certified at or above $4,500,000
• Temporary closure of Sunset Drive on September 16, 2025, for pole installation
• Notice of Completion for the Runway 12-30 Surface Treatment Project
• Authorization for letters to the California Fish and Game Commission regarding mountain lions

The Board unanimously adopted the Fiscal Year 2025‑2026 budget, adding specific amounts to the General Fund Contingencies, OPEB contribution, District 3 TOT improvement fund, and ESAAA budget for full‑time food cooks. It also approved a letter supporting the Fish & Wildlife Commission’s request to the California Fish and Game Commission, authorized a runway surface‑treatment resolution, and authorized a temporary closure of Sunset Drive on September 16. Additionally, the Board approved relocating the October 21 and November 4 meetings between Tecopa and Independence.

• Approved minutes from the September 2, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Authorized Fish & Wildlife Commission to send letter on mountain lion impacts (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025‑32 for Runway 12‑30 Surface Treatment Project (unanimous)
• Approved temporary closure of Sunset Drive south of State Route 168 West on Sep 16, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted FY 2025‑2026 budget with added $363,493 contingencies, $150,000 OPEB, $2,500 TOT fund, $25,000 ESAAA food cooks (unanimous)
• Approved relocating Oct 21, 2025 meeting from Tecopa to Independence (unanimous)
• Approved relocating Nov 4, 2025 meeting from Independence to Tecopa (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will consider several budget and tax resolutions, approve multiple service contracts, and address public works projects. Key items include setting the 2025‑2026 appropriation limit, adopting property tax rates, and awarding a $1,315,558 contract for the Runway 12‑30 Safety Area Project. The meeting also includes updates on health programs, jail security upgrades, and a temporary road closure for the California Indian Days Parade.

• Approve Resolution No. 2025‑30 establishing the FY 2025‑2026 Gann Appropriation Limit
• Adopt Resolution No. 2025‑31 setting FY 2025‑2026 Property Tax Rates
• Approve WIC contract (Contract No. 25‑10176) up to $1,438,206 for 2025‑2028
• Award Runway 12‑30 Safety Area Project construction contract to Qualcon Contractors, Inc. for $1,315,558
• Approve temporary closure of North See Vee Lane for the 2025 California Indian Days Parade

The Board unanimously adopted Resolution 2025‑30 establishing the fiscal year 2025‑2026 appropriation limit and Resolution 2025‑31 setting property tax rates for the same year. It approved several contracts, including a $1,438,206 WIC program agreement, a $1,315,558 FAA airport improvement grant contract with Qualcon Contractors, and an amendment to the Integrated Security Controls agreement increasing its total to $1,256,072. The Board also accepted a tentative $67,000 OTS grant for a traffic records improvement project, authorized a temporary road closure for the California Indian Days Parade on September 26, 2025, and adopted an Artificial Intelligence Usage Policy.

• Approved Resolution No. 2025-30 establishing FY 2025‑2026 appropriation limit (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-31 adopting FY 2025‑2026 property tax rates (unanimous)
• Approved WIC contract No. 25-10176 up to $1,438,206 for 2025‑2028 (unanimous)
• Approved FAA Airport Improvement Grant contract to Qualcon Contractors, $1,315,558 (unanimous, contingent on budget and grant)
• Approved temporary closure of North See Vee Lane on Sep 26, 2025 (unanimous)
• Accepted tentative OTS grant $67,000 for Traffic Records Improvement Project (unanimous, pending final approval)
• Approved Integrated Security Controls amendment increasing total to $1,256,072 (unanimous)
• Approved Artificial Intelligence Usage Policy (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will consider routine items such as reappointing Agriculture Advisory Committee members and approving minutes from prior meetings. It will also vote on several contracts, including environmental services contracts totaling over $1 million and a retroactive emergency purchase of Nutanix server nodes. A key agenda item is a public hearing to approve a zone reclassification and General Plan amendment for the 190 N. Main Street parcel in Big Pine. Additional items include a mental health services contract, FAA grant authorizations, and an ALPR policy review.

• Reappoint Tawni Thomson and Jeri Roen to the Agriculture Advisory Committee for three‑year terms ending Aug 22 2028
• Approve environmental services contracts: $475,652 with Helix Environmental Planning and $545,872.40 with Crystal Geyser Roxane for Conditional Use Permit EIRs
• Retroactively authorize purchase of three Nutanix nodes from Roundstone Solutions, Inc. for up to $102,782 plus up to $1,000 freight
• Public hearing to adopt Zone Reclassification No. 2024‑03/Big Pine Petroleum and amend the General Plan, changing the parcel at 190 N. Main St. from CBD to Residential Medium High
• Ratify contract with the Department of Health Care Services for Specialty Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder services (Jul 1 2025 – Dec 31 2026)

The Board approved Ordinance 1321 and Resolution 2025-26, reclassifying the Big Pine Petroleum project area from Central Business District to Residential Medium High and certifying CEQA compliance. It also approved contracts with Helix Environmental Planning and Crystal Geyser Roxane for environmental review services, an emergency purchase of Nutanix servers, and a mental‑health services contract with the state. Additional actions included reappointing two Agriculture Advisory Committee members and authorizing FAA grant signatures.

• Approved Ordinance 1321 and Resolution 2025-26 for zone reclassification and General Plan amendment (unanimous)
• Approved Helix Environmental Planning contract up to $475,652.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Crystal Geyser Roxane contract $545,872.40 (unanimous)
• Authorized emergency purchase of Nutanix servers up to $102,782 plus freight (unanimous)
• Ratified mental health services contract with DHCS (unanimous)
• Reappointed Tawni Thomson and Jeri Roen to Agriculture Advisory Committee (unanimous)
• Authorized signing of FAA Airport Improvement Program grants (unanimous)
• Approved PPOA side letter effective August 28, 2025 (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will conduct a three‑hour budget workshop. County staff will present the Fiscal Year 2025‑2026 budget and the supervisors will provide input and feedback. No formal vote or decision is scheduled beyond receiving the presentation.

• Fiscal Year 2025‑2026 Budget presentation by County Administrator Nate Greenberg and staff
• Public comments permitted via Zoom hand‑raising feature

The Board of Supervisors convened a special session to review the FY 2025‑26 budget, discuss revenue opportunities, personnel studies, and upcoming projects. Supervisors requested staff analyses, funding options, and clarification on reclassifications, but no votes or formal approvals were recorded. The meeting concluded with only informational presentations and action items for staff.

Board of Supervisors

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will vote on Ordinance 1322, which designates fire hazard severity zones in unincorporated areas of the county. The meeting also includes a resolution to record completion of the Walker Creek Road Bridge project, approval of a $144,849.19 Maternal Child and Adolescent Health agreement, and authorizations to submit CALFIRE and Sierra Nevada Conservancy wildfire grant applications. Additional items cover labor negotiations, existing litigation updates, and routine department reports.

• Ordinance 1322: Designating Fire Hazard Severity Zones in unincorporated Inyo County
• Resolution 2025-29: Authorize recording of notice of completion for Walker Creek Road Bridge (LADWP Aqueduct Project)
• MCAH Agreement No. 202514: $144,849.19 state and federal reimbursement for maternal, child, and adolescent health services
• Authorization to submit 2025 CALFIRE Wildfire Prevention Grant applications
• Authorization to submit 2025 Sierra Nevada Conservancy Wildfire and Forest Resilience Grant application for riparian fuels reduction near Lone Pine

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved Ordinance 1322 designating Fire Hazard Severity Zones. It also ratified a $144,849.19 Maternal Child and Adolescent Health agreement, authorized CALFIRE grant applications, and closed Millpond Recreation Area for a music festival. Additional unanimous actions included recording the Walker Creek Road Bridge completion, approving the July 22 meeting minutes, and other routine items.

• Approved Ordinance 1322 designating Fire Hazard Severity Zones (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-29 recording Notice of Completion for Walker Creek Road Bridge (4-0)
• Ratified MCAH Agreement No. 202514 for $144,849.19 reimbursement (4-0)
• Authorized submission of CALFIRE Wildfire Prevention grant applications (4-0)
• Granted closure of Millpond Recreation Area Sep 18‑22 for music festival (4-0)
• Approved minutes from the July 22, 2025 Board meeting (4-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will consider several routine items, including approvals of minutes and appointments. Major agenda items include a $971,471.65 contract for Consolidated Slurry Seal Projects, a $190,800 tele‑psychiatry contract, and a Memorandum of Understanding with Kern County for adoption services. The board will also discuss a fire‑hazard severity zone ordinance and adopt the Lower Owens River Project work plan and budget.

• Award contract to American Asphalt South, Inc. for Consolidated Slurry Seal Projects ($971,471.65)
• Approve contract with North American Mental Health Services for tele‑psychiatry services (up to $190,800)
• Ratify MOU with Kern County for adoption services (July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2030)
• Waive further reading of fire‑hazard severity zone ordinance and schedule enactment
• Adopt FY 2025‑2026 Lower Owens River Project work plan, budget, and schedule

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a series of items, including the July 8, 2025 meeting minutes, appointments to the Emergency Medical Care Committee, CSA No. 2 Advisory Committee and Water Commission, and a $971,471.65 contract with American Asphalt South for Consolidated Slurry Seal projects. It also ratified a Kern County adoption services MOU, approved a $190,800 mental‑health tele‑psychiatry contract, adopted the FY 25‑26 Lower Owens River Project work plan, and waived further reading of the Fire Hazard Severity Zones ordinance to enact on August 5, 2025.

• Approved July 8, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Michael Metcalf and Rob Deforrest to the Emergency Medical Care Committee (unanimous)
• Awarded $971,471.65 contract to American Asphalt South for Consolidated Slurry Seal projects (unanimous)
• Appointed Scott McKenzie and David Tanksley to CSA No. 2 Advisory Committee (unanimous)
• Appointed Matt Kingsley to the Water Commission (unanimous)
• Ratified Kern County Adoption Services MOU (unanimous)
• Approved $190,800 contract with North American Mental Health Services for tele‑psychiatry (unanimous)
• Waived further reading of Fire Hazard Severity Zones ordinance; set enactment for Aug 5, 2025 (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will consider several contract amendments, including a $123,000 amendment for federal advocacy services and a $75,000 legal services contract. They will also approve a $600,000 propane supply contract and a $53,270 amendment for transportation planning services. A public hearing will be held on a proposed zone reclassification and general plan amendment for a parcel at 190 N. Main Street in Big Pine. Additional items include a groundwater ordinance modification, a wildfire protection plan resolution, and a budget narrative review.

• Amendment to The Ferguson Group contract for federal advocacy services, up to $123,000 (2025‑2027)
• Legal services contract with Angelo, Kilday & Kilduff, LLP, up to $75,000 (2025‑2027)
• Liquified propane services contract with Hunt Propane, up to $600,000 (2025‑2028)
• Public hearing on zone reclassification and general plan amendment for 190 N. Main St., Big Pine (8,957 sq ft parcel)
• Modification of Inyo County Groundwater Transfer Ordinance (Resolution No. 2025‑27)

The Board unanimously approved several contracts and amendments, including a $123,000 amendment for Federal Advocacy Services, a $75,000 legal services contract, a $600,000 Hunt Propane contract, and a $53,270 amendment for transportation planning services. It also unanimously adopted Resolution No. 2025-28 supporting the 40 Acres Community Wildfire Protection Plan. Supervisor Trina Orrill was appointed as the county’s voting delegate to the 2024 NACo annual conference. Two agenda items—Big Pine Petroleum zoning reclassification and a groundwater transfer ordinance modification—were pulled for future consideration.

• Approved Amendment No. 5 to Ferguson Group contract (up to $123,000) – unanimous
• Approved Angelo, Kilday & Kilduff legal services contract (up to $75,000) – unanimous
• Approved Hunt Propane contract (up to $600,000) – unanimous
• Approved LSC Transportation Planning Consultants Amendment No. 1 ($53,270, not‑to‑exceed $81,270) – unanimous
• Approved MHSA 2025‑2026 Annual Update to access funds – unanimous
• Approved Resolution No. 2025‑28 supporting 40 Acres Community Wildfire Protection Plan – unanimous
• Appointed Supervisor Orrill as NACo voting delegate for 2024 conference – unanimous
• Pulled Big Pine Petroleum zoning reclassification and groundwater transfer ordinance items for future discussion

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss labor negotiations and several litigation cases in closed session. Open session items include approving multiple service contracts, appointing fire district commissioners, and designating surplus land.

• Contract with Atkinson, Loya, Ruud & Romo for labor and employment legal services not to exceed $420,000
• Agreement with Porter Scott for legal services not to exceed $400,000
• Contract with Dr. Eva S. Wasef for autopsy services not to exceed $175,000
• Resolution designating 127 West Bush Street, Lone Pine, as exempt surplus land
• Appointment of Steven Nelson and reappointment of Michael Holland to the Bishop Rural Fire Protection District Board of Commissioners

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors unanimously accepted a $466,380 grant from the Federal Highway Safety Improvement Program for safety upgrades on 2.8 miles of Trona‑Wildrose Road. The Board also approved a series of contracts and resolutions, including pest‑control services, a sole‑source laboratory contract, and several contract amendments contingent on the upcoming FY 2025‑2026 budget.

• Accepted $466,380 FHSP grant for Trona‑Wildrose Road safety improvements (unanimous)
• Approved Dewey Pest Control contract up to $83,880 for pest services (unanimous)
• Declared Redwood Toxicology Laboratory sole‑source and approved contract up to $100,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025‑21 for 2025 Maintained Mileage certification (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to Price Paige & Company contract, extending term to Dec 31 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Atkinson, Loya, Ruud & Romo legal services contract up to $420,000 (unanimous)
• Approved new Self‑Insured Retention policy and retroactive increase to $250,000 (unanimous)
• Approved MCAH Home Visiting Program agreement for $412,058 state funding (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will adopt the modified FY 2024‑2025 budget as the preliminary budget for FY 2025‑2026. The meeting also includes approvals for contracts and agreements, such as a Staples contract amendment up to $110,000, a Film Commissioner extension, a CALFIRE grant of $151,500, and a Crestwood Behavioral Health services agreement up to $450,000. Additional items include a contract with the Local Agency Formation Commission and a payment‑services contract with Easy Smart Pay.

• Amendment No. 1 to the Staples contract, increasing the amount to not exceed $110,000 and extending the term to Dec 30 2025
• Extension of the Film Commissioner agreement with Jesse Steele through June 30 2026
• Acceptance of a CALFIRE County Coordinator Grant agreement for $151,500
• Agreement with Crestwood Behavioral Health, Inc. for residential treatment services up to $450,000 for FY 2025‑2026
• Contract with the Inyo Local Agency Formation Commission for staff services up to $16,486 for FY 2025‑2026

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors approved the May 27, 2025 meeting minutes and a series of contracts and agreements, all unanimously. Notable approvals included a Staples contract amendment up to $110,000, a $151,500 CAL FIRE grant, and a $450,000 sole‑source agreement with Crestwood Behavioral Health. The Board also adopted the preliminary budget for fiscal year 2025‑2026 and approved the Easy Smart Pay contract and other service contracts.

• Approved May 27, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Amended Staples contract to not exceed $110,000 and extend term to Dec 30, 2025 (unanimous)
• Extended Film Commissioner agreement with Jesse Steele to June 30, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved CAL FIRE sub‑award grant agreement for $151,500 (unanimous)
• Declared Crestwood Behavioral Health sole‑source and approved agreement up to $450,000 for FY 2025‑2026 (unanimous)
• Approved LAFCo staff services contract up to $16,486 for FY 2025‑2026 (unanimous)
• Approved Easy Smart Pay contract for Treasurer‑Tax Collector (unanimous)
• Adopted preliminary FY 2025‑2026 budget and approved Fixed Assets (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Third Quarter Financial Report and discuss the preliminary budget calendar for the next fiscal year. The meeting includes decisions on public works equipment, water system funding, and environmental contracts.

• Purchase of two 2025 Freightliner Dump Trucks for $433,949.52
• Planning application for $261,000 for Lone Pine Water System Replacement
• Contract with Helix Environmental Planning, Inc. up to $55,550 for Bonanza Peak Solar Project
• Proposed transfer of up to $700,000 from General Fund Contingencies to General Reserves
• Sale of a 2008 Ford Expedition to Olancha-Cartago Volunteer Fire Department for $1

The Board voted unanimously to initiate litigation pending filing. It also approved a series of contracts, financial applications and equipment purchases, including a $261,000 water‑system plan and a $433,949.52 dump‑truck order. Additional actions included appointing a district‑service board member and transferring up to $700,000 between fund accounts.

• Approved initiation of litigation (unanimous)
• Appointed Bailey McRoberts to Keeler Community Service District Board (unanimous)
• Approved $261,000 Lone Pine Water System replacement planning application (unanimous)
• Declared 2008 Ford Expedition surplus and sold to volunteer fire department for $1 (unanimous)
• Approved Helix Environmental Services and Bonanza Peak Solar contracts for CEQA review up to $55,550 (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase order of $433,949.52 for two Freightliner dump trucks (unanimous)
• Approved amendment increasing Geo‑Logic contract limit to $150,000 (unanimous)
• Authorized transfer of up to $700,000 from General Fund Contingencies to General Reserves (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will consider a series of consent‑agenda items, including side letters with law‑enforcement associations and routine approvals. It will vote on a contract amendment that raises the Eastern Sierra Continuum of Care housing services agreement to $1,003,850.18, and on an agreement for public defender services up to $575,000. Additional items include a motor‑pool vehicle auction, a road‑closure for a foot race, and ordinances adjusting elected‑official salaries and benefits.

• Approve Amendment No. 1 to increase Eastern Sierra Continuum of Care housing services contract to $1,003,850.18 (July 1 2024 – June 30 2025).
• Approve Agreement with Therese Hankel for public defender services up to $575,000 (July 1 2025 – June 30 2028).
• Authorize motor‑pool surplus vehicle auction and use of Enterprise Fleet Management or another auctioneer.
• Approve road closure on Cerro Gordo Road east of Highway 136 on May 24 2025 for a foot race.
• Adopt Ordinance 1317 to amend elected‑official salary sections of the Inyo County Code, effective June 5 2025.

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved several contracts and agreements, including a $1,068,776.37 increase to the Eastern Sierra Community Housing contract. They also approved a public defender contract up to $575,000, adopted the ESCOG Community Economic Resiliency Fund Pilot Program, and authorized a road closure for a foot race. Additional actions included side letters with law‑enforcement groups, a park equipment donation, and salary/benefit adjustments for elected officials and staff.

• Approved amendment increasing Eastern Sierra Community Housing contract to $1,068,776.37 (unanimous)
• Approved public defender services contract up to $575,000 for 2025‑2028 (unanimous)
• Adopted ESCOG Community Economic Resiliency Fund Pilot Program and services agreement (unanimous)
• Approved road closure of Cerro Gordo Road on May 24, 2025 for foot race (unanimous)
• Approved side letters with Inyo County Law Enforcement Administrators Association and Deputy Sheriffs Association (unanimous)
• Accepted donation of paint, dog‑waste systems, and dome climber for Mendenhall Park (unanimous)
• Approved salary and benefit adjustments for elected officials (Ordinances 1317 & 1318) (unanimous)
• Approved Assistant District Attorney contract at $13,688.89 per month effective May 22, 2025 (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will consider approving an amendment to a Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) contract with the state and a property sale to a land trust. The meeting also includes a workshop on updates from Death Valley National Park and other local entities.

• Amendment A02 to WIC contract with California Department of Public Health
• Property agreement sale to Amargosa Land Trust DBA Amargosa Conservancy
• Health Care Program for Children in Foster Care allocation
• Workshop on updates from Death Valley National Park and local entities
• Update on 'Carrier of Last Resort' telecommunications legislation

Board of Supervisors

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will consider routine items including a $93,500 contract for broadband design, a $210,000 purchase of radios for the Sheriff's Office, and a $1 million contract for Area Agency on Aging services. The meeting also includes a workshop on the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power's operations plan.

• Broadband design contract with Onward (max $93,500)
• Purchase of land mobile radios for Sheriff's Office (max $210,000)
• Eastern Sierra Area Agency on Aging contract with Mono County (max $1,000,000)
• Workshop on LADWP 2025-2026 Annual Operations Plan
• Proposed salary and benefit adjustments for elected officials

The Board unanimously authorized counsel to defend the county in the Lisa Kay Sanders lawsuit and approved a series of contracts, appointments and donations, including a $93,500 broadband design agreement and a $1,000,000 ESAAA services contract. It also approved the ESAAA 2025‑2026 area‑plan update and a $95,000 amendment to the Roux Associates contract. Finally, the Board instructed staff to proceed with a reduced LADWP pumping recommendation of 48,720 acre‑feet.

• Authorized counsel to defend county in Lisa Kay Sanders lawsuit (unanimous)
• Approved $93,500 Onward Design broadband agreement (unanimous)
• Ratified $1,000,000 Mono County ESAAA services contract (unanimous)
• Approved ESAAA 2025‑2026 Area Plan update with service percentages (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment No. 4 to Roux Associates contract, limit $95,000 (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase order up to $210,000 for sheriff radios (unanimous)
• Appointed Ally Few to unexpired term on Tecopa Cemetery District Board (unanimous)
• Directed staff to adopt lower LADWP pumping amount of 48,720 acre‑feet (unanimous)

Inyo County Water Commission

The Inyo County Water Commission will approve the minutes from its April 22, 2024 meeting, hear commissioners' and the director's reports, and discuss the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power’s 2025‑26 Draft Annual Operations Plan. The commission will also set the future meeting schedule and accept public comment before adjourning.

• Approve minutes from April 22, 2024
• Commissioners’ reports
• Director’s report
• Discussion of LADWP’s 2025‑26 Draft Annual Operations Plan
• Set future meeting schedule

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing to establish a fee schedule for mobile vending permits. The meeting also includes contract amendments for training and hydrological services and a project for Bishop Airport safety improvements.

• Public hearing and proposed fee schedule for mobile vending permits
• UC Davis contract amendment for training services increasing total to $150,195.00
• Runway 12-30 Safety Area Improvement Project at Bishop Airport plans and FAA funding
• Temporary lane closure of Onion Valley Road and East Market Street for April 27 cycling event
• Resolution to sell county-owned surplus property valued under $500 via private sale

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a resolution to declare certain county‑owned property surplus and to sell it by private sale. It also approved several contract amendments, a temporary lane closure for a cycling event, the Bishop Airport runway safety area improvement plan, and a new fee schedule for mobile vending permits. Additionally, the Board directed staff to apply for the 2025 CalFire County Coordinator Grant.

• Approved Resolution No. 2025-11 to declare surplus property and authorize its sale (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to UC Davis contract, increasing amount to $150,195 (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment No. 9 to Daniel B. Stephens contract, extending term to April 25, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment No. 9 to Hydrodynamics Group sole‑source contract, extending term to June 30, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved temporary lane closure on Onion Valley Road for the April 27 cycling event (unanimous)
• Approved Bishop Airport Runway 12‑30 Safety Area Improvement Project plans and authorized bidding and FAA grant signing (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-12 creating a fee schedule for mobile vending permits (unanimous)
• Directed staff to submit an application to the 2025 CalFire County Coordinator Grant Program (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will consider routine approvals such as the March 25 meeting minutes and several contract amendments. It will vote on resolutions authorizing the Lone Pine and Owens Valley Unified School Districts to issue and sell general obligation bonds. Additional items include appointments to the Child Abuse Prevention Council, contract amendments for Crestwood Behavioral Health and Community Services Solutions, and a policy resolution on water for fire infrastructure. All items are presented for approval by a single motion as recommended by the County Administrator.

• Approve Resolution No. 2025-09 authorizing Lone Pine Unified School District to issue and sell general obligation bonds
• Approve Resolution No. 2025-10 authorizing Owens Valley Unified School District to issue and sell general obligation bonds
• Approve Amendment 1 to Crestwood Behavioral Health contract, increasing the amount to up to $350,000
• Approve Amendment 1 to Community Services Solutions contract, increasing the amount to up to $314,746
• Approve draft policy resolution on water for fire infrastructure for the National Association of Counties

The Board unanimously approved County Counsel to defend the Jerrie Phillips lawsuit and authorized bond issuances for the Lone Pine and Owens Valley Unified School Districts. It appointed two members to the Child Abuse Prevention Council and approved contract amendments increasing payments to Crestwood Behavioral Health and Community Services Solutions. The Board also authorized a letter of support for AB 993, adopted a draft NACo environmental policy resolution, and approved the county CAL‑Card policy.

• Approved County Counsel defense of Jerrie Phillips lawsuit (unanimous)
• Approved Lone Pine Unified School District bond issuance resolution (unanimous)
• Approved Owens Valley Unified School District bond issuance resolution (unanimous)
• Appointed Stephanie Tanksley and Griselda Ortiz to Child Abuse Prevention Council (unanimous)
• Approved $350,000 amendment to Crestwood Behavioral Health contract (unanimous)
• Approved $314,746 amendment to Community Services Solutions contract (unanimous)
• Authorized Chairperson to sign letter of support for AB 993 (unanimous)
• Approved draft NACo Environment, Energy, and Land Use policy resolution (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will consider several contract approvals, including a sole‑source training services agreement with the Regents of UC Davis for up to $355,725. Other items include a $10,000 broadband grant, waste‑hauling contracts for North and South County parks, a cold‑mix asphalt purchase of up to $304,232.13, and a DEA agreement for up to $20,000. The board will also approve meeting minutes, calendar changes, and a letter of support for Assembly Bill 518.

• Approve UC Davis sole‑source training services contract, not to exceed $355,725 (2025‑2028)
• Approve $10,000 California Emerging Technologies Fund grant for regional broadband consortium
• Approve waste‑hauling contracts: $85,628 for Bishop Waste Disposal (North County) and $105,595.80 for Preferred Septic Disposal (South County)
• Approve purchase of 1,370 tons cold‑mix asphalt, not to exceed $304,232.13
• Ratify DEA agreement for illicit cannabis eradication funding, not to exceed $20,000

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a series of contracts, including a $304,232.13 purchase of cold‑mix asphalt, a $10,000 CETF grant for broadband, and several sole‑source agreements for training, child‑care, reporting tools, waste hauling, and a homeless‑housing program. All motions were moved by Supervisor Roeser, seconded by Supervisor Wadleton, and carried unanimously. The Board also revised the 2025 meeting calendar, moving the April 8 meeting back to Independence and scheduling a special meeting in Tecopa on May 6.

• Approved $304,232.13 cold‑mix asphalt purchase (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 CETF grant for broadband consortium (unanimous)
• Approved sole‑source contract with UC Davis for training services up to $355,725 (unanimous)
• Approved sole‑source contract with Inyo County Office of Education for CalWORKS child‑care up to $170,000 (unanimous)
• Approved sole‑source contract with Exemplar Analytics Corp for reporting tools up to $120,000 (unanimous)
• Approved $247,950.12 HHAP 5 agreement with BCSH (unanimous)
• Approved waste hauling contracts: $85,628 with Bishop Waste Disposal and $105,595.80 with Preferred Septic (unanimous)
• Approved lease of Tunnel Aircamp Hangar (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will consider a range of contracts, purchases, and policy items, including a sub‑lease for the Business Resource Center, legal services for an air‑pollution district, and asphalt and sealant procurement. They will also discuss a waiver of solid‑waste fees for a reservation event and a road emergency repair project. A public hearing will be held to adopt Ordinance 1316, which amends the county code on density‑bonus overlays. The meeting includes routine approvals such as minutes and departmental reports.

• Approve Business Resource Center sub‑lease at 269 N. Main St., Bishop, for up to $1.00 per month
• Approve contract with Great Basin Unified Air Pollution Control District for legal services up to $25,000 per year
• Declare Holcim‑SWR, Inc. winner of cold‑mix asphalt purchase, not to exceed $65,230.00
• Authorize purchase order for sealant equipment and material, not to exceed $96,393.94
• Public hearing and adoption of Ordinance 1316 amending Chapter 18.65 (density‑bonus overlays)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 mid-year financial report and discuss commercial air service updates. The meeting includes decisions on airport engineering contracts and a donation to Death Valley National Park.

• Mid-Year Financial Review for Fiscal Year 2024-2025
• Contract increase for Tartaglia Engineering (Bishop Airport beacon replacement) up to $205,243
• Contract increase for Lochner (Independence Airport engineering) up to $714,252
• Payment of $67,749 from District 5 Transient Occupancy Tax funds to Death Valley National Park
• Temporary closure of Tinnemaha Road (Old Highway 395) from March 14-22, 2025

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will discuss a new managed security services contract and airport engineering amendments. The meeting includes decisions on land transfers, grant applications, and personnel changes in the District Attorney's Office.

• Contract with eSentire, Inc. for Managed Security Services not to exceed $90,314.50 per year for three years
• Amendment to Lochner agreement for airport engineering services increasing the contract to $459,512
• Quitclaim deed for a 3,049 square foot parcel on Cardinal Road to Aspendell Mutual Water Company for $1.00
• Acceptance of $7,000 donation from Moontribe Collective for a pedestrian bridge
• Funding of up to $27,000 from Anthem and HealthNet for community health planning

Board of Supervisors

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will vote on routine approvals such as meeting minutes and grant applications, and will decide on several substantive items including a $193,175 contract for a regional housing needs assessment, a $100,000 payment to Southern Inyo Fire Protection District, and the appointment of a Fifth District Planning Commissioner. The Board will also adopt resolutions delegating investment authority to the County Treasurer and approve the 2025 Statement of Investment Policy. Additional agenda items include updates from the California State Association of Counties and CalOES, and employee service recognitions.

• Approve $193,175 contract with BAE Urban Economics for Regional Housing Needs Assessment (Jan 21, 2025 – Jun 30, 2026)
• Authorize $100,000 payment to Southern Inyo Fire Protection District from Transient Occupancy Tax funds
• Appointment of Aaron Cassell as Fifth District Planning Commissioner (four‑year term)
• Resolution delegating investment authority to the Inyo County Treasurer (Resolution No. 2025-04)
• Ratify Memorandum of Understanding with Inyo County Correctional Officer Association (Nov 1, 2024 – Oct 31, 2027)

Board of Supervisors

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will consider appointments for two vacant elected positions. They will review a letter of interest and resume from one candidate for District Attorney and decide on an appointment effective Jan. 16, 2025 through Jan. 3, 2028. They will also review letters of interest and resumes from two candidates for Treasurer‑Tax Collector and decide on an appointment effective Jan. 16, 2025 through Jan. 5, 2026. The meeting also includes a pledge of allegiance and a public comment period.

• Review and appointment for District Attorney (unexpired term Jan. 16, 2025 – Jan. 3, 2028)
• Review and appointment for Treasurer‑Tax Collector (unexpired term Jan. 16, 2025 – Jan. 5, 2026)
• Public comment period (time‑limited)
• Pledge of Allegiance

Board of Supervisors

The Inyo County Board of Supervisors will elect a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for 2025 and approve routine items such as meeting minutes and schedule changes. It will consider several contract awards and grant agreements, including a $2.5 million CalAIM grant, a $714,667 Diaz Lake beautification contract, and a $160,750 TSA training room upgrade contract. Additional items include reappointing planning commissioners, approving the Bishop Airport Disadvantaged Business Program, and receiving updates on broadband and ADA facility access.

• Accept CalAIM grant award of $2,500,000 for Medi-Cal services
• Award Diaz Lake Welcoming and Beautification Project contract to Great Western Recreation for $714,667.62
• Approve TSA Training Room Upgrade contract with Sierra Security Systems for $160,750 (agreement up to $185,000)
• Ratify Eastern Sierra Community Housing Grant agreement up to $379,583
• Approve Bishop Airport Disadvantaged Business Program